For some reason, I've had no mail on alt.sewing for the past 2-3 days until yesterday when I received the 2 notes from Ursula and the reply from Beverly. I have not been able to find out why, either.
As for my eyes; the doctor said yesterday both eyes are doing beautifully, the 2nd one is almost as well as the first. I was disappointed that I will continue to need tri-focals. He gave me a temporary prescription and said I should be able to change it with no extra charge, if necessary when I get the permanent one in 3-weeks.
Instead, I opted to go by the drug store and get some Foster-Grant reading ones, instead. That was a mistake, I see worse with them than with my old ones. Actually, I'm not using either right now, and can see this large print okay, but I am getting a headache, so will stop now.
Thanks for all your help and encouragement during the entire saga; I am eternally grateful.
Emily