Kevin,

Thank you very much.

I appreciated your input during the thread, especially when I was painfully outnumbered.

I spent the whole day at mom's and cooked a big pot of clam chowder for her and the family. (My wife is one of TEN, one of which was killed in a car accident 1/31/00. Her family has had more than their share. I could go into great detail, but I'll spare everyone.)

I'm no doctor, and we haven't been given a prognosis, but IMHO, it doesn't look too good. Christmas is optimistic.

Tough times ahead, Bush aside.

Gerg, I'm sorry for your recent loss. I recall your post, and meant to reply accordingly, but I was remiss. My apologies, and my deepest sympathy.

Like you said, Gerg, let's remember what's important.

G'night all,

Jim