Well to quote one of my favorite movies "I'm not dead yet!!"
Thank you so much for the well wishes! I have been really busy as of late, metalmaiden can tell you that as well! Having a little one in the house (metalmaiden's grandson)is a big deal, as is changing jobs, both of which I have done in the last year. We are both doing well, but freetime is becoming rarer, though we both need to make sure we have more!
I feel truly special that you would remember my birthday, even though I have been away for so long. This community is really special because of the people it is made up of. This is still the only message boards that I have ever truly belonged to and it has always been uber enjoyable to interact with you all. I actually count you as my friends and I hope/believe that you feel the same.
This was one of the nicest gifts I recieved, thank you!