Wow, it was great reading everyone's posts - I'm doing everything I can to take care of me. Jim is declining more mentally than anything and I'm going right along with him. I'm doing therapy on my knee to help the pain and have a knee brace. I was unable to keep my mental therapy appt. as there just isn't enough time to go around right now. I'm pretty much in the survival mode with Jim. He is trying to be in a happier place, but it's not working much. The breathing treatments seemed to have worked as his breathing is much better. I appreciate everyone's advice and concern - it was soo good to hear from those of you that continue to hang in there with us that continue to struggle with this horrid disease. I don't know how y'all have the strength or even desire to look at this site - I just know there is a special place in my heart for each and every one of you. Hugs to all of you....Paula