Thanks! Yes those turned out to be rather picturesque phrases didn't they? The photo is of a 'Turkey Vulture." They're immense birds, and we had a few hanging around our apartment complex last year. Hideous. I didn't research as to whether they inhabit desert area, I just like the picture.

Thanks again for you kind wishes. Feeling okay, but am facing some major financial issues now. I need to stop worrying about it, but it's hard. sigh.