She liked being alone to focus, so was somewhat annoyed when classmates started joining her there. Without trying, she developed quite a following!

Isn't it funny how sometimes when we least expect it, we do something that actually attracts others. Your daughter must have some great qualities that just draw people to her.

I tend to agree with you in regard to being accepted. We all need acceptance in some way or another. I sometimes think that loneliness can drive this. I often like peace and solitude, but then also find that after a while, need to be around others, especially people who I know and have that mutual acceptance with.