And Tom is alive and, though recovering from surgery, in sooooo much better health than he's been in for a long time.

And I'm turning my organization and capability in juggling all the paperwork, applying for assistance, meeting with people, seeing Tom through surgery and in the hospital, and still getting done all the things that have to be done around the house, etc. and doing it all under extreme pressure, but maintaining a sense of humor -- which seems to impress everyone I'm dealing with --into a positive piece of experience for my resume!

I'm incredible thankful, too, for our amazing bunch of friends!

And on top of everything else, it's NOT WINTER ANY MORE!!!

Linn