Thank you so much, everyone! I really appreciate your prayers and well-wishes.
I'm sorry I haven't posted anything for a couple of weeks. Despite a few controversies that were raging when last I posted, I want you to be assured that I'm not boycotting the forum or anything like that. The fact is, I have a new job. It's overnight grocery stocking -- you know, manual labor, the graveyard shift, overbearing foremen, the whole nine yards. When I come home I simply sleep the day away. I barely have time to eat, let alone write. The adjustment has been very difficult, and I am even now contemplating several avenues whereby I may alter the situation in a more favorable direction. If a guy can be permitted a prayer request on his birthday, I would be overjoyed and humbled if you would add my intentions to your already overcrowded lists.
Thanks again, folks. You've helped to brighten my spirits, and I shant forget it.