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No one is good at them.

Perhaps if we were, we wouldn't miss things quite as much. It's almost a double-edged sword in that way.

Yes, I think you're right about that. Sometimes missing something makes it that much more special to get it, or return to it again... But then if you're leaving something, or someone, or they're leaving you it's almost like if you don't say goodbye you might not get a chance.

I try to avoid them at all costs.

I do as well. Often to the point that I might even lie about seeing someone again when I know perfectly well I won't.

You and me both.

I'm not certain it's a good thing that we share this particular plight, but then, I've been told misery loves company, so, perhaps. *shrugs*

I don't think good-bye makes much sense. Eventually see everyone again, one way or another.

That's precisely my view. And provided I don't see those I care about again whilst they're alive, I'd much prefer not to say goodbye at all. It's easily less painful, and terribly selfish, but I've yet to overcome this.

Prefer "see you soon". Gets around that selfish bullshit and it ain't good-bye either.

I've said something similar, along the lines of, "Til we meet again," which is optimistic for them, and deceitful for me. But then, we do what we must. I wouldn't say it often, but I happen to think it's selfish to expect a goodbye, or a certain type of goodbye, when some people prefer not to say it at all.

For me that phrase ain't a lie. Even if I never physically see them again.

You have a point there. Life always continues, even if it takes other forms. Best to view it in such a manner, really.

Talking more about dreams and nightmares but can look at that way too.

Where are you going, Doctor?

I feel I'm always going somewhere...and always obligated to say goodbye, though I do my best not to. Sometimes I think it would be the decent thing if I could learn to say goodbye, for others' peace of mind.

Can't do any harm, can it?

No, I suppose if it would ultimately make them feel better, I could try it, but I honestly doubt it will happen. I seem much fonder of just leaving with the hint that I may return. Even though I usually don't. *sighs* Miserable universe at times.

It's difficult to say what's right and what's wrong here, I'm afraid. Different strokes for different folks and all that.

All I can say, is do what you think needs to be done. Nobody can expect much more from you than that.

You're right, and it serves me well to have a different perspective, which you've given me. I thank you for your input.

You're welcome, as always.