Debbie - sorry for your loss. I used to enjoy running into you at CCSP when you lived here. Brian and I had enough connections (New England, federal service) and interests to have fun talking and of course grabbing a beer at the Red Porch (not as much of a Loft guy). Posting here, exchanging ideas, as well as more than his fair share of the ribbing that goes on on message boards I think was fun for him, most of the time.
I hope the well wishes of many bring you some comfort.
JCA