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By James A. Fussell / The Bulletin
October 14, 2012
Don’t be insulted if Cathy Hoag leaves your party early, or doesn’t attend.
The 50-year-old Olathe, Kan., woman is not rude or antisocial. She just doesn’t like small talk — or loud talk. It intimidates her and saps her strength. She needs solitude to rest....
