We live in California too! It's a big state but maybe we could get together sometime. I live just north of Mammoth Lakes on the east side of the Sierra Nevada Mtns. When the passes open in spring it's easier for us to get around to the west if that's where you are! Thanks for your words, all of you! And Danny, yes that does help! I used to KNOW that everything happens for a reason. I prided myself on living without fear and I'm trying to get there again!