I am so very grateful I am not the person I was in my twenties :)) You don't have to live up to that person's ideal. You've lived a life that person could not have imagined. That person could not have imagine the years of lovingly caring for your son. That person could not have imagined the loss.

It's wonderful that you realize some of what you wished for. Good luck with Greek!! I need to take on another language. I love languages, but Greek seems to be very, very hard. You'll have to let us know.

Wonderful with the violin. Music has brought me such joy. There is listening, and then there is creating. Creating music yourself is so much richer.

I don't think you are taking on too much. You are rejoicing in your ability to learn, to live, to enjoy.

Keep us posted!