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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Some people are just introverted, and are completely happy to get a FaceTime call or plan a visit, but it would never occur to them to reach out and initiatie.

This is my dad. He's very pleasant to chat with, do video calls with, and be with in person. He's kind and fun and loving with my kids. Whenever we call to show him artwork or a new trick on the bike, he is engaged and caring. He is great to be around on visits.

But...[b]he is 100% content to just enjoy daily life. He's up at 5, drinking coffee, doing a crossword. If the phone rings, great! If not, fine, and it would not occur to him to call unless he had a specific reason.[/b]

The other day he initiated a text conversation for the first time in maybe two years. He saw a trailer for the new "Rebecca" movie, and sent it to me, because he knows I love the book. So he had a REASON to text. Otherwise, he just responds to mine. [/quote]

This is my husband. He has been ignoring DIL's request to write letters to her two very small children for their time capsule and I am sure she is annoyed. He is just happy to know everyone is doing well but would be bored out of his mind at a kids' birthday party. [/quote]

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