I don't use my Mudcat mail that much; just went in to check it and the last message in there is from Barry, a response to a "Happy Yule" note I sent him last December...

"Happy Yule to you too Peg
So I've been to maybe 2 sessions, where've you been. Let me know when you next plan to be there & I'll give extra effort to get there.
Have a good upcoming year
All my best
Barry

It'll be good to see & hear you again"

Ah, my friend, what I would give for that to happen.