Hello, I agree with your statement very much, those of us who are walking the path can interact with others. But, there is (for me as well as for Dan) a desire to share, personally, one's experiences walking this path with others that are walking the same (or similar) path. This is an area that has affected me in very interesting ways, sometimes in very contradictory ways. I am sure (at least I hope) that my encounters have been unique, but I have experienced a bit of racism pursuing this path, which has assisted in me taking a bit of the "Hermit" approach. It appears that there may not be too many Africans (living in America-I do not like the term African American) that have a deep interest in Hermetic studies. In my quest too discover, grow, etc. I have come across entities that have discouraged my pursuit, provided false information, and have been so direct as to blatantly state that "This is not intended for your race". I have found my comfort in the exercises them self, the lack of interaction with others has led me to a much better understanding of self. Using the power of the Mind, particularly the imagination, since coming across this group, I no longer feel alone. For that alone, I am forever thankful. __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Hotjobs: Enter the "Signing Bonus" Sweepstakes http://hotjobs.sweepstakes.yahoo.com/signingbonus