Nothing to be sorry about Alienne; I was simply clarifying. I suppose the public area is a little quiet still as well, but things have picked up quite nicely in the last month or so. The private forum had absolutely no activity for several weeks, I used to post in there occasionally and never get any response, others had the same problem. That was my issue, that if I ever wanted to say something privately it would be pointless, as I would never get feedback. Thankfully that has now changed, as if I post privately now, a few people will respond. So that is positive.

Alienne, I do hope you don't find me forward in saying so, but you do seem quite reluctant to post anything publicly at all. Is it because your husband is military? I am a military wife (or was, my husband has just recently retired). Or are you simply a very private person? There are ways to post whilst not revealing much personal information which could "trace" you so to speak. In any event, I would be delighted if you would feel comfortable enough to participate a bit more.