Hi, I agree that normal is what you feel comfortable with. However, if you are questioning what is normal, and it doesn't feel right, or there is a sudden change in patterns, then maybe it's not so normal. There seems to be a common thread of reclusiveness here. I like being reclusive as AHA: artist, homemaker, author. However, there is a phrase of Dr. Phil's that I like: "require more of yourself." So I try to require more of myself. Dianne, what made you change your mind after you were all dressed up? I used to have what is now called "social anxiety disorder" in combination with panic attacks. A trip to the grocery store for 5 items sent me into full-blown panic. Sometimes I'd get myself as far as the store, get out of the car, get back in, get back out, back in, only to go home without shopping. Now, that is not normal. Fortunately, therapy and meds helped me. I'd still rather have the groceries delivered! Smile, I can't believe all that you do while recovering; you sure challenge yourself, what with the poetry reading and all. I would think that an author would have a lot of reclusive time; I know I need a lot of space. But if I want to sell books, I have to step out of my need for space. Today I forced myself to talk to Borders and BN in preparation for presentations during April, which is Child Abuse Prevention month. I don't get too many social invitations, which is okay with me. So, count me in on reclusive. At least there's the web to keep in touch! Love and Light, Lynn