Hi Wants,

I'll be the same age as you in a few weeks. I'm 57 on June 3rd.

Someone once said 'life begins at 40." Well that's easy to say. I find that my energy levels have diminished during my 50s and while I have some acceptance, and maturity about this, I just don't have the energy levels.

I have immense respect for both you and Candy, as you are holding down jobs while dealing with the illnesses that we all know so well. I just don't know how you do it.

Here in the UK we do get some benefits and help with housing if we have a severe illness, and I know a few people who manage to live like this, even on their own. I am fortunate to have a working partner, and believe me, I know what this means - there's no complacency here.

I think that you folks deserve some breaks.

Cheers, Myzen.