I do have some sad news to relate, along with a request for any spare pixie dust and prayers. Alan's youngest brother, Mike, has had a really rough life! He is adopted, and his bio mom was on heroin when she was pregnant with him. He was born addicted, and it seems like his life just spiraled downward from there. In the last 10 years, he's really tried to turn things around. He gave up drugs and alcohol, stopped smoking, and married a wonderful woman who supported him through all the rehab. At that time, he was diagnosed with MS, but he hasn't let it get the better of him. He's pretty upbeat about things, and has been really enjoying being a husband and a step dad!
His wife, Carrie, has been having stomach pains, and a lot of other problems in the last few months. She lost about 70 pounds in a couple of months and didn't know why. When she had some tests run, her PCP suspected cancer. She went to a specialist 3 weeks ago, and it was found that she has stomach cancer. At that time, they didn't know if it was Stage 3 or 4. She underwent surgery last Monday, and they found that the cancer is stage 4. Basically, they stitched her up, told her that chemo would probably prolong her life by about 6 months or so, and they sent her home. She's decided to do the chemo, and hope for a miracle. Mike is just devastated by this whole thing! Could I ask for any prayers for Mike and Carrie? They are going to need it as they go through this. Thanks!
Which the way you guys go will take no time at all. This is the most active thread in this forum. 
Penny
Newfangled social media has captured the attention of our group and we don't all post on here as often as we used to. We will certianly start a new thread when we get close to the 250 mark. Thanks for taking care of us!
