The world could sure use more people with some sense of compassion.
It amazes me just how uncaring people can be.
I was trying to determine if it was a suicide note. It wouldn't be unusual for someone with chronic depression to cry out in an online post. After all, life with depression is miserable. Reading through her diary, I interpreted her entries as a cry for help, but not a suicide note. What I missed was the subject line: "Top 10 reasons why I'm going to kill myself".
My intent was to provide concrete steps that could be taken to respond and also to encourage people to act independently. I did not intend to be dismissive or callous.
I believe diabetic online communities can be a critical outlet for people who are in despair, and intervention by caring people can save lives. I would have responded differently if I'd read the R&R note more thoroughly. I appreciate those of you who responded with greater compassion.