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Dear Brother:
Hello my friend. It's nice to hear from you as always. I'm glad that my words gave you some comfort to get through your day. Your letters have done the same for me at times too.
 That's what friends are for. I haven't read Salman Rushdi's book, but heard that it caused a lot of controversy around the world. Particularly in the Muslim world. While I believe that he had a "right"to voice his opinion, I question his motives and reasoning behind it. Why would someone write a book that insults or slanders another person's religious beliefs? A person's faith is a sacred and very personal thing. I would be very upset and offended if someone did that to me. I think sometimes that people enjoy controversy just for controversy sake. They can make a name for themselves, and sell a lot of books. Regarding my seeking a soul mate...... I'll try to explain why I feel this way. I told you that my father died when I was young, right? Well, I had to grow up very fast when that happened. My father died a poor man, leaving my mother no means of support. I had to work three jobs to support her and myself, when other young men my age were going to parties and dating and having a wild time being young. I had to be the provider and the responsible son. I've taken care of people ever since I was young. I'm at a time in my life where I would like someone to look after me.(not financially speaking), but emotionally. I was always so busy trying to survive and make a life for myself, that I missed out on that. Now I find myself seeking a loving and caring relationship with someone. I have a lot of love to give someone. When I say that I feel sad sometimes, it's because I have so much love in my heart, with no one to share it with. I don't expect you to understand, because you already found your soul mate. I guess at times I wonder if the right person will come a long. I don't know if Iranian men ever feel this way, but I do. Do you believe in a love like that? Is your fiancee truly your soul mate? You're a lucky man if she is. It's rare to find someone that you can truly love completely. Regarding your sister....... Was she diagnosed with just depression, or was there another diagnosis as well? She seems to be taking a lot of medicine. Have you gotten a second opinion from another doctor? Getting a second or third opinion is recommended. I know that with antidepressants, one may have to try several different ones, before finding the one that works best. I had to try three different medications, before finding the one that worked the best for me. It's very common to try a few different antidepressants before finding the one that will work the best. Don't give up hope Hussein. There is always hope. Hussein, I'm glad that we're friends. I don't know you very well, but I feel as if I can tell you anything without fear of being judged or scrutinized. I hope you feel the same way to. You can share anything with me. We're friends. Well, I hope to hear from you soon. Take care of yourself my friend. Regards to your family. your friend always
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