Dear B.,

What gives? I hadn't heard from you in almost three months and suddenly you wanted to get together. That's fine, but I think some of what we talked about should be discussed between you and A. as opposed to you and me. During the months I hadn't heard from you, I was going through a rough time myself that is still not over, so it's hard for me to respond to your questions right now. I think you should give those cheap shoes away, go to a department store and buy a pair of properly fitted, supportive shoes. But I can't say that aloud because of the approach you and A. take to money management. It wasn't until I was on my way home that I realized what you were asking me to do for your vacation. I'm not willing to do that, because it would be no vacation at all for me. Get on line and research your options. I'm sure A.'s sister would be happy to help if you asked her. I looked up the two providers you called me about; I don't know either of them. (I don't know every provider in that specialty in the county, y'know.) Again, you can get on line and check out the choices you were given. I'm sorry I can't help you further with that, but I'm not familiar with either of those provider groups. Choose one and if you find it is a bad fit, switch to the other one. I still think this is all something you need to talk over with A., so call me back when you've done that.

Wish I could help you further,
Me