Robin there are to many people who don't acknowledge any type packages on the threads... Can understand about being away and having health issues, have my share for the past 3 weeks... Life does get in the way and when that happens if we would just let the Swap hostess know we are going away or maybe a friend on the thread... Just a thought and may help a few people... Also read the rules especially if you are new to any swap, as most are different in some ways... Most of all have fun with the swap and let everyone enjoy it with you ... God Bless Rosemary