Hello to all of you. Yes, I'm still struggling with the formation of Net. One good thing is that I continue to write, and rack up more great tunes. This keeps me alive, as I remain convinced of my musical abilities. However, a slight, nagging doubt is at the back of my mind, as I grapple with the ongoing ageism that exists in the rock and roll game. I have the songs, but I no longer have youth. There's a truth I have to face : I get tired more easily, and my weight is a big problem. I have posted multiple emails, but have got almost no replies. Still I carry on, still I believe. And hope. How are you all getting on? I appreciate you reading these letters, it's a great outlet, and is therapeutic for me. I wish you well, in all you are doing. And if you are suffering, know that you are on my mind, always. I count my blessings, that I have come through depression, and live to tell the tale. I'm still looking at putting my works up online, will keep you posted. I will do this music until I fall over, until I stop breathing. That's the deal. I will get Net off the ground, rest assured. This time next year, I intend to have recorded my first proper album, and to have put a tour together. Your continued support and enthusiasm is a shot in the arm, and keeps me going, more than you know. I have started a new job, meaning I have more disposable income, to spend on music. I have also begun giving guitar lessons, which is also a paying endeavour. Happy days. Last Friday week, I made my first stage appearance in years, which went down a storm. People were clapping me on the back, and shaking my hand. As a result, I have been offered solo gigs, and have been invited to parties, on the strength of the performance! Life in the dog yet. I also discovered a new strength, the strength of conversation. In former days, I would have been tongue-tied, but not any more! I really have come on, now they have to shut me up! ha!ha! Just kidding. I am also getting back in touch with old friends and relatives, in a big way. Yes, that is coming together. Still, I remain humble, I realise I have been fortunate, and I want to give back. No caressing of ego, or anything like that. I just bought a beautiful bass guitar, from a small company in the UK. If I don't get a bass player soon, I will do it myself. Enough said. I also, recently, gave a talk on depression, and again, people were coming up to me, saying that they got a lot out of it. My piece, and the conversation afterwards, lasted more than two hours. I didn't think I could do it, so it was a learning curve for me. I seem to be making good friends, which is an honour. I also bought a cool, black, distressed leather 'Brando' jacket, which I'd been meaning to get for a while. And for my brothers (2), I bought two Formula One model race cars, which they will love. I'll sign off now, I wish you good fortune, in life's daily trials, hold your head up, Kind regards, Eja xxx.