Well, In spite of what all you dear friends said (and what I had tried to do to follow advice) I made every mistake in the book, and then some. Last evening saw me at the neighbour's door, asking if I could borrow a knife, to get, at least, some bread + something (anything I could find!) for tea. She was really kind and gave me some of what they had left over from their own tea. She also gave me a bowl and spoon for my morning cereal! (which, bizarrely, I could find). I will not go on; but I might write a book >g< I felt so grim last night, but am feeling much better this morning. I slept a few hours (every time I woke, I had to use the phone to call the time check service, as my alarm clock had not surfaced by then). My little cat, Polly, (not named after our lovely Polly, but I'm glad she shares the name) slept on top of me - and adjust where she was every time I moved. She used to do that, but hasn't done for several years. It was the most lovely comforting feel.
So, here starts the next phase of my life. From the kindness I have experienced so far, from anywhere I have turned, I think the omens are good.
I'm in the Green (and just one plant, seen from my kitchen window, does have some lime in it Jeanne!). Onwards and upwards!
Thanks for all your kind thoughts. One or two most unexpected early finds, helped enormously.