As a side note, for those discussing the plight of returning to work with a hole in the resume, what about telling the truth? "I was on my deathbed and with patience, wisdom, persistance and love I found a way to heal". That sounds like a terrific thing to put on a resume, if you ask me.
>>> Sure, I'll just wear my purple dashiki to the interview, while bringing my crystals and team of karmic/spiritual shamanic advisers.