CM, that was beautiful! Yet I have this sudden overwhelming urge to burn all my poetry books. Must be a coincidence, eh 1210, Everybody gets down sometimes, and this time of year is especially difficult. You had hopes that he would call and it hasn't happened. Yes, disappointing. Do the things that help you feel a bit better, baby steps! You'll bounce back, I'm not worried. I hope your cat is better today, keep us posted on both of you.