Dear Moma Angel - I am only about 2 weeks from my surgery 11/19/02 and have been updating my page and re-reading all of the kind and wonderful posts placed there by complete strangers. You, of course, were one of the first to pray for me and offer the sweetest words of encouragement. I pray for you too, Paula, that your body continues to strengthen and that God blesses you with better health, and a wonderful surgeon who will work the magic you have needed for so long on your tired body. I have had many issues as well this year and have come so close to having surgery only to have obstacles to overcome once again. Thank you again, Moma Angel, for the love you so generously give to strangers knowing that those kind words mean so much to us all. You will be blessed a hundredfold for your unconditional love and generosity of spirit to those you touch. God Bless you, Love, Jodi, Rome, NY