Sorry I haven't written in a while, but I haven't been up to doing much of anything lately. I have been extremely tired and very sore since my feeding tube was put in, not to mention, I have been running a fever off and on through Thanksgiving. For whatever reason, my neck and arm has been so sore that I can barely move and the calves of my legs constantly cramp up and they also are very sore. I think they had me in a strange position while I was in surgery, but Patti thinks they dropped me on the floor and didn't want to tell anyone (as you can see, Patti is less than happy with Meadville Medical Center so she thinks the worst) Anyway, I am trying to plug along. I am starting to have a little more energy; however, it is a VERY slow process. We were hoping I would get to feeling better sooner, but it just isn't working that way. I am up to about 2 1/2 to 3 cans of carnation a day, but they wanted me up to at least 5. I just am not able to do that right now. I have tried to eat by mouth a little here and there, but I still do not have any taste buds and my stomach just can't hold a whole lot. As for my throat, It feels much better, but I still do not have any type of saliva so the cotton mouth is horrible and I may never get that back at least not the way it used to be. Having so much cotton mouth makes it so hard to swallow. I am so anxious to get back to somewhat of a normal living. This laying around is very hard to take, but my body doesn't want to do what my heart and head wants to. Some days I get very down, but Patti keeps me plugging away. She definetly has been my rock; however, I know she has been having a difficult time and this has been so hard on her, not to mention my kids, Jaron, Cody and Destany. My family and friends have really stepped up and done so many wonderful things for our us. There are so many of you that I can't even begin to write all your names, but just know that you all are so very dear to us and we will never forget all the love, prayers, and generosity that you have shown us. We are so thankful for each and every one of you. We want to send big hugs and kisses to you all and we just want you all to know how much you all mean to us. We love you all and you will all have a special place in our hears. LOVE TO ALL