And for those of you that think Greg is a 'pussy cat', as a life time owner of the beasts, remember that they come with claws and teeth if you betray their trust. Otherwise, they are the most loving of animals.

I'd like to get this thread back to the original topic of life as a total laryngectomee. There are not too many of us on the board and I think it is an important topic. I have recently been in private correspondence with a member of this board who most likely had her surgery yesterday. She has told none of her friends she has cancer and is attempting to do this on her own. She is scared. I know the feeling.

I am here to help anyone I can. Please ask any questions you have about life after this surgery, and I will attmept to answer. While I have said you can email me, unless you really need an answer immediately, I think addressing the topic on the forum may benefit future members better and current lurkers.

Take care,
Eileen