thanks everyone. I am trying to driks lots of fluid. The thicker stuff goes down well, ensure muscel milk. Watter is still a challange. I can only take sips, but a bunch of sops equals an ounce and over the day I can drink a ok amount.

Yes David, I am now in the legion of folks who have a water bottle around.

I also wanted to give you all a general BIG THANK YOU
This is a great forum and I look forward to reading, getting advice and giving it.

Steve