It was with tremendous sadness that we said goodby to our friends and neighbors.  I couldn't even look at the roses or trees.  There is no word to describe the sorrow one feels when dreams fall to dust.  I can only hope my children's friends hang on to the knowledge of how important they are and how much they are missed.

As to my health, leaving the desert was like losing a stone collar from around my shoulders.  My back pain faded, my eyes brightened and I have been able to stop taking seizure medicine.  The desert is such a complex place and over 2 years ago the doctor wanted me out of there.  I didn't realize that it would make such a difference to leave.  For those of you who miss us and we miss, we are feeling better, although still sad.

I get fresh goat milk daily and my hands are getting stronger.  I still cannot milk a goat by myself, but I am getting stronger each day.