max,
You are so right! It has been a roller-coaster of emotions ..."hope and fear".
I can't sleep.... so, here I am checking into the board. I'm a sucker for punishment :-)
Some good things have come out of this "saga"; we get a glimpse into the hearts of really nice people, like you.
I agree with your statement, wholeheartedly ... "Love those in your life with all your strength and conscience, and these days we're given here are well spent." Beautifully said.
Goodnight. Be safe.
Cherry