I have so many people to thank. The onsite and offsite messages have lifted my spirits to heights they haven’t been to in a long time. I am dizzy with gratitude.

I can’t begin to describe the eloquent kindness. You’ve made me weep with thanksgiving – pushing regret aside, at least for the moment. And when sadness creeps back, and we know it will, I’ll read your words again and again and again. You grace me with your grace – all of you – and I’ll be eternally grateful.

When I have the chance, I will personally respond to each of you.

In the meantime, eat your collective hearts out – Netta and I are gonna r-o-c-k. Actually, and I’m sure she’d agree, I look forward to the easy comfort of her company – quiet time to enjoy conversation – heavily seasoned with bawdy laughter.

Well, need to go give Jessie-Dog’s chin a tickle, and then back to packing.

Oh, I am excited about my new home. There’s lots of space for houseguests. xoxo