Hi Gail, oh I see, I was under the impression Jacalyn was your only child… I’m really glad to hear being with your sons is helping you feel better. I don’t know how close friends you were with Jacalyn’s former helpers, but have you thought of maybe doing some activities with them for a little transition period? It seems to be a big year for change for a lot of moms on the forum with kids leaving the house. My youngest daughter moved out late last year, just too quickly and  I’ve had a hard time dealing with her absence, but I’ve been putting together a den for myself so it keeps me busy. Thank goodness, at least we’re in touch. I know it’ll take time sweetie, but don’t deny yourself the grieving process, so you can wash it out of your system and then move on with the good memories you’ve shared. My sister says that it helps her sometimes to talk to my mom, although she’s been gone for many years. Well anyway, if you need an ear, feel free to share. :D Do keep in touch Gail. Big warm hugs, sincerely, Sylvie from Canada xxx

P.S.: I just wanted to know if you were able to red the personal message I've sent in your forum in-box last week, take care.

Hi gail. I left michael a teddy bear at his cranston rhode island concert. One of his people said they would give it to him. Any possible way u can check it out for me. I am glad he is feeling better though. I waited out in that cold weather saturday to give it to him but he never came out so i waited an hour then had to go. I myself had a bad cold. Much better now. Any news on this would be appreciated . Thanks

Michael has a milestone birthday coming up in February 2018. I ran an idea past Gail that passed with approval.
I have small cards that are 2.5X3.5. The idea for the card is not to say happy birthday, but you have room to put a few sentences to tell Michael why you love him, his music or how his music helped you in hard times. It’s should be big enough for a wallet size photo if you would like.
Then when he’s home sitting at his desk, he can pull 1 or 2 cards to read when he has the time. Our words will be with him all year.
I request a SASE, and I will send you a card. Write your note and put in your picture. When your finished, mail it back to me.
For those out of the country, I checked with my postmaster and she said you can put your own postage on the return envelope equivalent to $1.15 US.
Email me, Sally, at MYSCRTPSSN@gmail.com and I can give you an address to send your SASE (self addressed stamped envelope).
A second option that isn’t as personal, is to email me a short note and I can cut and paste it onto a card for you. I don’t want to handle pictures this way because I’m not that computer literate and don’t want to make errors with something as personal as a picture.
When all the cards are gathered, I’ll put them in some sort of decorate box. And the box of cards will be Michael’s birthday gift from us.
It might seem early, but it’s something that we can work on Now through January. I’d like to be finished by February since I would need to get a box and mail it off to Michael.
Your welcome to share my email with anyone you think may be interested in contributing to Michael’s milestone 65!
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Sally