With Nigel & Ann's permission, I would like to introduce my friend, Connie. She's not in the cyberworld, but she knows of Mudcat mojo and is in need. Her oldest son and only daughter are both gravely ill. Ben has Parkinson's and had a stroke last Friday. He's in hospital, can speak mosly okay and move around, The Parkinson's is slowly taking its toll though.

Out of the blue, seemingly, Linda went in for chronic pain and was found to have Stage 4 cancer. She's had some surgery, may have more to go, plus chemo, but it's a dicey situation.

Connie is one of my best and oldest friends. We've been through a lot together, but this is much more than anything else we've experienced. I'll be telling her about this thread and you, Nigel and Ann, as I know she will relate to what you've all been going through.

Anyway, if folks have a wee bit extra, a gentle sailing might be good for Connie. She is a bit infirm herself, but is being strong for her kids. I know she could use some virtual shoulders to give her strength.

Thanks, again, Nigel and Ann. Much love and gratitude,

kat