Thank you Bebop for your reply. I have to say, you are always there with support for everybody. You are so sweet and thoughtful of every one elses; and most of the time more so than not you always seem to be very helpful, and right.
Thank you for your suggestion and support. I have tried to reconcile with my father for my sister's sake, but he wants none of that. He is very different than most people's father's are. Long story.
Again thanks, and if you ever need to talk, I am here for you!

Nina