I've been asked to give my estranged sister's hand for marriage while the other remains catatonic. I dearly wish my father would see reason so he could make the decision in this matter, but I do understand his grave reservations with Tegan's separation from the family. However, I also understand her need to remove herself from the situation. I cannot fathom what it must be like to see your vivacious twin sister become an emotionless mute, but I must say, as an older brother, it's a terrible thing to witness. I do, however, question Joshua's suitability for Tegan because he did admit that he came to me without first attempting to seek out my parents.