Congratulations for not engaging in any R talks in 9 months. What an achievement! I think you should keep that up, in my experience R talks with a MLCer hurt. Nothing good comes out of it, and it should be avoided at all costs.
I'm glad you are well, and planning ahead.
"There's nothing sadder than a conman conning himself"
“There is freedom waiting for you, On the breezes of the sky, And you ask "What if I fall?" Oh but my darling, What if you fly?”