Thanks, Dotsie and Chatty...
I'm not managing all that well, really. Last year I not only lost my Dad, but also my Aunt and Uncle, with whom I was very close. I had cared for my father and also for my Mom, who passed in 2002 (a victim of Alzheimer's). Previous to that, I cared for my other Uncle, who had terminal lung cancer, and before that, my ex, who was seriously ill!
During all of this, I also raised my two grown children.
So...now it's just me and I really feel the loss of those who were close to me. I am trying very hard to find my way. I had been hoping to sell my house and make a fresh start, and then the real estate market went sour...

At any rate, it has really helped me to find all of you wonderful ladies...it's good to know we can share our joys as well as our burdens...so thank you very much!