Living Dead Guy, I couldn't agree more with your statement about helping others. This site *helps* me!

Hooligan, I like your analogy about the finish line.....so true.

Lefty, you are correct. There is nothing to fear.

LettinGo, I have a problem listening. Thanks for reminding me.

Theseus, well said - the nosedives will come and go.....I suppose it is akin to being realistic about who we are. Since I've been here, I've had two or three nosedives and here I was, thinking I was "cured". But I got religion quickly.