I've been absent from the Forum for quite a while ( brief visits excepted) as a result of several hospitalisations and ongoing treatments, therapies and wonderful support from a local hospice not end of life care (thankfully) for acute breathing difficulties. It sounds rather lame not to be involved just because you're having difficulties breathing, but it has taken away my enthusiasm (and often capability) to leave the house or actually do anything. Having learned how to cope I feel much better placed to engage in conversation and communication in general. This wonderful spring weather has undoubtedly helped. So, here's hoping !  

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