I have some sad news. I found Metchosin's email addy the other day, so sent her a quick note. I knew she had been ill, fighting a rare type of leukemia which seemed slow-acting. I just received the following from her husband:

Sorry to be the bearer of bad tidings, but Susan passed away last October 16 after a year of battling her leukemia. She remained courageous and in strong spirits until the end. She was at home in the company of her dogs and myself and didn't have to experience the demoralizing experience of in home care that would have started the following day. I think she had simply had enough of it all and decided it was time.

Rest in Peace, Mets. You are loved and missed.

kat