06. Who loves law, dies either mad or poor.

[nosugar_nomilk]

Now the days are longer, hotter. I spend most of my time reading, and in contemplation. I prefer the reading. It's better to have someone else's thoughts to fill my mind and distract me from my own

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[henamesthesky]

You're right, I can't read all the time. After a while I want to do something physical. Maybe I should take up a craft or something - I enjoy it, but I can only work out so much.

Your offer is really kind. I hope you're able to help someone deserving. You deserve that.

You know where I am, if you want to talk to someone besides yourself.

[nosugar_nomilk]

Crafts are a good idea. What do you think you might want to make? Maybe we can work on something together.

I know you don't want me to work on an appeal for you, and that's fine. I respect that. But that won't stop me from doing something to help.

I know where you are, and you know where I am. I'll see you soon.

[henamesthesky]

I was going to make a joke about knitting, but then again, it looks pretty hard. Maybe a little too hard. Any ideas?

Thanks for respecting my choices, Diego. Even more thanks for your help. No matter how mysterious it seems. I would never refuse a friend.

See you then.

[[Weaving is a man's game!]]

[nosugar_nomilk]

My mother used to knit. I remember thinking it did look difficult. Maybe crocheting is more our speed, right? Ha, but I think they've got a lot of different crafts. We can try them all until we find one we like.

You're welcome. Yes, me and my mysterious help--looks like you're stuck with us.

[trucythegreat]

So your a businessman too mr. Diego? Good luck %&ehatrst

[nosugar_nomilk]

Thanks, Trucy.

You could say that. A pro bono businessman. If I can help just one person, I'll consider it a success.

[trucythegreat]

Bono? Isnt that the superold singer mydad liked?

[nosugar_nomilk]

Not exactly. Pro bono is the short form of pro bono publico, which is Latin for "for the public good".

Bono the singer was nicknamed for his good voice, since bono means good in Latin.

Lawyers use a lot of Latin terms--too many, some say, but that's the tradition. Maybe they think it sounds smarter.

[dearestdiplomat]

I'm always interested in hearing your ideas about the law, Mr. Armando. I don't doubt that others will benefit from your knowledge.

Oh, and I've been working on writing those letters you asked about!

[nosugar_nomilk]

I'm glad to hear it. I knew I could count on you.

And I like to talk about the law, so thanks for listening.