Richard I am so sorry to hear about all of the recent losses in your life. I do hope that you can come here to PT and let us cheer you up as you have done so many times for us with your unique brand of humor.

For the last two years the thing that "cranks my tractor" the most is my beautiful grandson. He was born on September 1, 2001 and my life is not the same! If I am having an "off" day he brightens it with his innocent smile. When I hear his voice over the phone I melt. Of course I am thankful for health and family and pets, my job, etc. also. Somehow we have to remind ourselves to count our blessings, don't we? Life is short. Love while you can and tell those you love that you do love them! We are here for you Richard.