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161. Thank you, Skinner, for creating DU. It is a wonderful forum.

I feel that I not only get news here, but also learn a lot just from the comments and the sharing of information and links to resources. I come here most days and even though I know none of the members personally, I feel a kinship in the sharing of our ideas. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do.

As for writing a children's book if that might still be of interest, you have three boys. I'm sure their adventures as children would be informative in creating characters. A few years ago, I read a book called Hamnet by Irish writer Maggie O'Farrell. It's about how the Black Plague spread across Europe, but a key character is Hamnet, fictionally the son of Shakespeare. The whole story revolves around his death from the plague and how it affected the lives of his parents. It's a good read whether it inspires you, or not, as a writer.