vman - That’s pretty much wishful thinking on your part. I was seeing her weekly. I doubt anyone is any MORE bummed about her retiring than I am. Still, she was truly wonderful as a hobby friend and a provider, she was an actual friend in my mind, and I wish her only the very best. I am really happy for her. I think she has ended up with THE man she was always looking for - a good guy who she actually likes and who can also provide her with the finest things and experiences. It appears that he is LOADED. I also suspect that he has plenty of confidence and that their individual past hobby experiences are a moot point to each of them in the present tense. NC