I'm sorry to say but I found this comment rude. I know you didn't intend for it to come across that way but I actually was taken aback when I read it.
The fact I've even said that will probably now make me a target for criticism as usually when I don't agree with something I've read on here I tend to just move on and not say anything but I do honestly think the blunt reply here was hurtful and unneccessary to be honest.
I understand why others have said to think it through carefully before she sends the card and that is fine but I think the way that post was written came across as both critical and rude.
I'm sorry if this upsets you but I do also see why metrognome wrote that she will think carefully before she posts again. I would too if I'd been 'hurt' like that.
I'll say again that I don't think that was your intention (have read many posts by you Filly and never before been offended by your replies!) but it did seem short.
As for metrognome - I hope you read this sweetie and see that everyone is thinking of you.