@BirdDancer Thank you for sharing. I am sorry your dad is quarantined and has shingles., I am just getting over the shingles after approx. 6 weeks with them. No fun. I did recognize mine as shingles early enough to get in 3 heavy doses of antiviral meds at the beginning, which probably helped me greatly with pain. I had only gotten in those 3 because I was allergic to both antivirals used for shingles. It is likely my immune-modulating med had triggered the episode. Do you feel like you are a story teller, too? I do. I enjoy your willingness to share. A family reunion sounds like a good time! Oh, I agree! There is something very special about recognizing we have some positive traits of our loved ones!

@fern46 I am so grateful your dad is doing well! Wonderful!!! Your dad amazes me! You are so lucky to have one another, especially during trying times!
I am sure your brothers are outstanding men, too. Yeah, I am very interested in the thoughts of the current youngest generation. I think we have some amazing movers and shakers in the crowd when it comes to making the world a healthier place. Just an inkling .

@bpcyclist Wow! It's quite impressive when anyone sets goals which, if they succeed, will ultimately change their socioeconomic class. It can take a tremendous amount of fortitude to accomplish this. It is thought to be more stressful to the individual than we can imagine. It can be lonely sometimes, as not everyone accepts the transition. It can, at times, be a big adjustment for families, too. I am guessing you enjoy some of your dad's great qualities.

Thanks so much for sharing! You are welcomed to write more! If you think of something and would like to share... have at it!