His tea of choice is cerasse tea. It tastes like poison. I had always thought it was only for when you're sick & it detoxes and strengthens immune system. It's not easy to find, but when we had it he'd drink it every day. Yuck. I'd rather be sick, lol! When I went to his country, I brought him the raw herb & kept back a box of prepared bags in case he came over. Which tea do you prefer? You wouldn't like cerasse, I'm pretty sure! Guess what!? He called late eve. cuz he was having trouble finding & opening the docs on the flash. I was working late so asked if he wanted me to ring him back. It was nearly midnight when I reached him, saying technical support at your assistance. He's really useless with computer stuff, poor fella. It's like I'm speaking another language. I was respectful & patient and talked him thru it until he found & opened the work papers that he needed. He's bought a HP & some of the docs were in Appleworks so they won't open, but everything that he most needs is in word. I was thrilled that he needed my help. A few months ago, I don't think he would have asked for it. And if I'd thrown myself at him the past few times we spoke, he may not have risked it. I'll take it as a small step. AND.... seems there's no one nearby in his world who could help him. :-D I didn't linger beyond the help he requested, telling him to sleep well. I know it all centered on his need for the work papers, but I'll count it as one point for my team. I got to speak to him at both ends of the day, that's the most interaction we've had since he left 5 months ago. He lacked humor, sounded tired and little depressed. Just an observation. I was silly & happy. And I solved his problems.... ta da! Thanks much OD for posting on my thread. My journaling here is a useful therapy. But I do really appreciate your encouraging comments. blessings
