Patti, I have a lifelong friend who always maintained that it was up to the "strongest stock" amongst us to produce enough kids to take care of the weaker who would come along! There were 9 siblings in my Mother's family, however I did not carry that tradition on! Sounds like your family did . That is very sad news about your Aunt and is something your family did not need to deal with now. I wish the very best for your Mom and your Aunt. Amy in Oz