I've seen a lot of posts so far about friends. I'm so glad that for as toxic as it's become, fandom still has the power to connect people.

Because of those friends I've read some different books, and learnt about life in different parts of the world - not just the bits which are featured in the news, but the more mundane everyday lives which most people live.  I've received more cards than I would have received, for Christmas, birthdays and at other times.  And I've shared good times and bad times.

SAME.