OK, checked under land management/mainland and yes, its there. Gemella 40,158 Size 2992, so it is Public.
So, I need to get with Linden Labs in an online chat window and get this resolved? I figured it was something i didnt click properly.
As for being on 7 months, heh, i logged in, in january, and didnt play again til april, so i'm a relative Noob.
THanks to all who answered, and I will update you on how this works out.
Elric