Frances. Your comments have caused me to stop and rethink a few things. I wish I could make you smile today, tomorrow and always as you seem to be in a lot of emotional pain with a friend who appears to be toxic for you, among other issue which you choose to skirt. That is the statement that stopped me as I have a toxic daughter and an have had to "delete" her. No one, not that I have told many people, seems to understand that it is mandatory for my own wellbeing and mental stability and peace of mind.

Your words did touch me deeply and I thank you for your courage and forthrightness. In addition, I will look at Dan De Luis. He sounds as though he has become a mentor of sorts and I happy for you that you have connected with him. I am in the Winter of my life and all considered am in decent health with the usual problems of osteoporosis which, compared to other's problems is minor and I am handling it with the help of a fine, Gentleman of a husband, two adorable and loving Cavalier King Charles dogs. I love them more than most humans. I was born a Southern Lady and act like one; doing for others where and when I see an opportunity. I am fashion forward, wear make up every day because I believe that I owe it to myself and my Husband. If we think we look pretty we feel Pretty.
With regard to friends I/ we have few. My stand is that if you more good friends than you can take care of and have their backs, on one hand you have too many. We can count them on one hand and that's all.
One other thought, Francis. If you are in a room with people who are smarter than you, you are in the wrong room. All the best to you this day and tomorrow and the next. "J"