Shell's sig is because of a boardmember here who personally disappointed her hugely, and ticked off many of us.
I'm sorry but the update isn't as forthcoming yet as hoped. Someone did go to her house- no one answered and the curtains closed. They spoke to a neighbor who did say that they saw Shell the other day but as of right now, I have no other info. I am hoping that we learn more, of course. I'm waiting for another response.
At least she's alive and possibly home?
I really don't want to make any kind of assumptions. But what is coming up for me is that whatever it is, it's big and not good. I know that when I've had deep personal issues, cyber-space definitely takes a back seat. Priorities shift. But I can't imagine what has kept her from thanking Jen for the birthday gift. Shell is responsible and so full of gratitude, I've never seen her let a good grace, no matter how small, slip by.
I hope we hear from her soon.