Amen to that Alffe, Amen! Forever and ever, amen. They're just lost to us physically is all. Thanks to that day oh so long ago, in a car with Moi far away, and subsequent 'growth' of my own (AND that wise gal pal of mine, Ms. Ducky), I truly believe what you wrote.
Speaking of Mr. Moi, has anybody seen him lately? Wonder how he's doin.