To everyone who posted a response in this story:
I am actively working on Sandy's book and would like to quote some of your fine comments, but I'd like to have your permission to do so first. Everything from the concerns, to the insights, the fears, the personal experiences, etc, are useful in making points in the story.
Please post that you are OK with me quoting you, or no, if you don't want me to. It can be done as a post or as a PM. I'll use your username and a short quote only, with no other personal information. The quotes will be credited to this blog. These quotes will help to enrich the story and often say things in ways better than I might be able to. They will also add personal experiences from others that re-inforce or go beyond the points I've made.
Thank you all, for all you've contributed!