I am still alive and mostly well. This new country is kicking my ass a bit but trying to work through it. I get really homesick sometimes and right now the weather is wet and grey but even if I was in the land of cotton right now it wouldnt be much different:) I have good friends and a new computer and know my life is very good. Now I just have to live it like it is. Hope the holidays are treating you all well. Love and peace!