Yes, a cautionary tale would be good. It's just the way you phrased it that was bugging me. Also, I was not gunning for pity, nor was OP, true. Still, in such

Yes, a cautionary tale would be good. It's just the way you phrased it that was bugging me. Also, I was not gunning for pity, nor was OP, true. Still, in such moments kind strangers on the internet who wish you well still feel good I believe. Thanks for clearing it up!