Harass? No, not at all. The child will be a brother-in-law, of a sort. I've every right to express genuine concern regarding her health, and that of the infant. I'm only sorry that she's chosen a father for it who will care more about its ability than its health or happiness. But if you think I was discourteous, I assure you, it was merely that I had not yet had the chance to wish her well.

On the other hand, handing over a psychologically vulnerable young woman to be raped by a man she believes to be her protector--is one meant to suppose that that is the soul of chivalry?

As for your contributions, are you worried they have gone unnoticed? I thought you needed no external reinforcement? I'm terribly sorry, what, that there's no one left to tell you, 'Well done, Batya,' or pat you on the back.

I decline to provide confirmation or denial for your efforts. They have received only the merit they deserve.

-J