to view the CCTV footage and confirm that my gut was right -- it was Dan. Mum, Dad and Dan's partner flew up immediately and we spent two months searching South East Queensland. This remains the only confirmed sighting we have had of Dan, and despite our testimony and indisputable evidence, we're still waiting on a police video expert's analysis. If/when that happens, Victoria Police might consider giving carriage of Dan's case to Queensland Police. But it's been a year -- Dan could be anywhere in Australia now. Hence my all-consuming social media campaign, Dan Come Home. Dear Dan, I said to myself I'd never do this -- write to you like you're actually reading. I read posts addressed to you on Facebook and sigh -- you're not actually reading it. Are you? You never used to be interested in social media -- much preferring RL interactions. Plus, I can't imagine you're in a space that facilitates much interweb activity. I think it's peace and tranquility you were seeking to win your battle against the depression and anxiety. A lot's changed since Daniel O'Keeffe's been away. His sister Kate got her masters! I had to write you messages like you might actually be reading them when I went up to Brisbane in January, trying to find you after the sighting. The staff and volunteers at hostels, services, shelters etc said all they could do under the law was give you a note if they saw you. I gave them your