Thank you to everyone for your well wishes and welcomes!
I apologize in advance for the fact that when communicating in the written word, I tend to be very wordy and usually make very long posts. Happily, you won't see that on this particular one, because I've got to get ready for work shortly!
An especial huge thank you to the people who've commented on my remarks via that other thread. It makes me feel great to know that others value what I have to say. Hopefully that little girl does, too, in some way.
Anyway, again, thank you all! Looking forward to getting to know some people on here and engaging in enlightening discussions! :D