The mind is amazingly flexible when it comes to rationalizing away things we know are wrong, especially when someone we love is in pain or need.

Okay, that I can grok. *nods thoughtfully* Simon's love and devotion for his sister is... pretty much his primary motivating force at this point.

Yeah. Cool. I suspect I'm not adding anything material to this conversation so I'll just wander off grinning merrily. I love reading what you guys have to say about this, the complexity and clarity of your arguments.