Don’t be concerned Topaz (about being American) there’s not that many far-Left types on here. Just get posting.
Welcome, Topaz! Fellow American here! 
Hi Topaz…I’m from Canada, so we is neighbors. Welcome to the forum.
New? Did someone say NEW?
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I’ll drink to that.
Still waiting for a second post. Maybe one on your own thread
in response to any of the many replies?
Gravitas, the new member will reply if and when she wants 
Well said Mags! We want new members to join our discussions, but pressuring them to do so is a certain way to put them off!
Hi Topaz, Welcome to over50’s…
Yeah. It was nice knowing her anyway.
Nice knowing you too.
Welcome to the forum Dawn, sorry to hear about your boyfriend and your Lyme Disease, very nasty. There are plenty of members on the forum who love the outdoors and nature, you will feel very much at home once you have settled in. There are also a few members who need looking after, make sure you charge them the going rate, especially if they are from Yorkshire…