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RE: Outlaw.

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Of course you would do something illegal. Haven't you said as much in the past? You have contempt for the rules that extract coin and limit freedom.

I don't know if you are familiar with a story, "Michael Kohlhaass", by Heinrich von Kleist (early 19th century). It's almost an anthem to rebellion against unjust law. Kohlhaas goes bananas when a noble seizes his horse. The noble returns the horse eventually but when he does it's emaciated and broken. Kohlhaas' response is to mount a campaign that shows no regard for his safety. It's all about justice.

I think of Michael Kohlhaas when I read your reply.

You never disappoint.

Would I break the law? I really don't like trouble. And I can't abide being around people. Prison would likely be a death sentence for me. But some things are worth it. If it came to something important, on principle I could chuck it all and take the risk. Otherwise, I'm a very orderly old lady :)