i am embarassed at how long it took me to realize my symptoms were related to allergies. i only needed to be away from home for a couple/three days before starting to feel better, but i guess i attributed it to getting more rest, not having the stress of work, etc. what finally got through to me was not how well i felt away from home, but how BAD i felt the first day back at home. the cats (felix and S) have been out of the bedroom for a couple of weeks, and i feel better, no question about it. they are more loving in the morning, and i give them lots of love whenever i can. i wish i was better with the vacuum, that would help i know!