WELCOME to the forum Tom and back to the hobby, as a father of two and a grandfather of three I can't even begin to imagine what you've been through, and I'm truly sorry for your loss. There are some wonderful, caring people here on this forum, and as far as the myth goes about teaching old dogs new tricks DON'T believe it, it ain't so, besides you ain't old you're just starting the second childhood phase!!!! Glad you're here, ENJOY yourself!!