In this 15th year of being online, I am reflecting on relationships I’ve had over the years. This contemplation goes back to my first year on cam. He was an older gentleman who was a war veteran and he was lonely. To put it simply, he wanted a companion and he found that online. He would join me for a private session each morning, shortly after I started my day. It most often was spent talking, and him sharing with me what was on his mind while I mostly listened and chimed in when I felt he needed to know that I was still paying attention. He surprised me by…