Brian
I think we are starting to accept the fact that it won't get any better. Long ago we realized it will never ever be the same. My husband is such a proud, independent person. This, as with you, has been very hard for him to accept. No longer is he invincible, shock of all shocks-- he is human. I smile when you write of your water bottle. It as much a part of me as it is him. I keep extras in my car for him in case he forgets(yeah right). I also grab it up and check more often to see if we have that than my purse! I just hate to see him still suffering (with the cramps). You are right though-- it seems he has them more often and more intensely when he is tired, or sick. Thank you for your support.

Robin