Hello DU
Some of you have noticed that I haven't been around here for awhile, I want to thank you for all of the PMs I have received that have expressed concern. I will try to answer them all when I am up to it, but I want you to know that I appreciate each and every message.
I have been ill and struggling badly, but I'm still here. I won't bore you with the details, but I have not been having a good time to say the least, and I'm not out of the woods.
I've recently found a piece of music that I will leave you with today that has been giving me strength. This is one of my favorite Grateful Dead songs, played live in Louisville Kentucky in 1974. Only a few here will feel this song, but it is powerful for me, and has given me hope. It is played in a "sotto voce" mode, meaning "under the voice", yet it is extremely powerful instrumentally...it gives me hope, and it gives me goosebumps...it helps me go on. To me, it is beauty personified. I hope you can put some headphones on and listen to it.
I'll check in occasionally...and as Jerry Garcia says at the end of this song "Thank you, we'll see you all later".
Keep the faith, be well, and Godspeed.
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The Lounge is with you all the way.
Best Sunday gift is having you pop up here.
So glad to hear from you. Keep working on getting better
And you aren't dragged down by the stone, brother 
Great to hear from you.
if the time is too long between posts
Please keep in touch ...
but getting back to health is your most important task right now.
Sending hugs and healing vibes your way.
It is so tough struggling with health troubles. I’ve had more than my fair share this year. Hugs hugs more hugs
Positive thoughts from me to you. You are so missed.
We've missed you. I've missed you.
I'm sending strength, healing vibes and healing energy your way. Get well soon my friend.
I'm sending sunshine to you too!
And that you are still with us!
Hold on tight and stay the course, we'll get there by and by.
All good thoughts coming your way!
Get well soon 