On the surface, the Pastorals seem the most intimate of the writings attributed to Paul; 1 and 2 Timothy are addressed, "to my loyal child in the faith," "to my beloved child"; Titus is penned to "my loyal child." Paul explains his immediate plans (1 Tim. 3:14), requests his books and papers, and inquires about a forgotten cloak (2 Tim. 4:13). Timothy is given personal encouragement (1 Tim. 4:12) and advice about his character, public presentation (1 Tim. 6:11—19), and physical health (1 Tim. 5:23: "Take a little wine for your stomach"). Titus is invited, with the tone of one pained by separation, to "do your best to come to me" (3:12). We might hope to develop from these letters a side of Paul saved for his closest colleagues.