Hi Sandy, I'm 67 as well and an 11 year survivor. Side effects from radiation therapy did me in (mainly starting at the 10 year mark). This year I had a Pontines stroke because of Baroreflex failure and unregulated blood pressure. I had also been battling aspiration pneumonia for 1 1/2 years so, consequently, was given a PEG because I can no longer eat or drink by mouth. Last week I had the PEG replaced with a Mic-Key button type feeding port and when this one wears out, I am switching to the AMT Mini-One. I am blending 1-2 meals a day and formula for the rest. There are many OC survivors on the adult G tube Facebook site. I have fully recovered from the stroke and gotten quite used to the Mic-Key. I'm still playing gigs with the band and living life. I remain cancer free and life is good. You have to play the cards you're dealt.