Dear DCS- Please, don't go so long between posts, it is very therapudic to get the every day challanges off your chest- plus, you can get some excellent feedback whenever a problem rears it's ugly head! Remember someone here has most likely been through what you all are dealing with and can give you support. As to the effect this is having on you, the best I can say is "Welcome to the Caregiver's Club". Being at my husband's side during his 2 yr.battle with this disease is the toughest challange I have faced in my 66+ yrs. on this earth. Do not discount what this is doing to you because you both have many miles to go and you will need to be there 24\7 for awhile, and that is not easy and it is physically and emotionally draining. If you would like to talk, send me your ph # and I will call you, and I am sure other caregivers would also. You are right that it is easy to feel alone with this disease-but not here- there are many people who will help you both through this. None of us knows to what level of courage and strenght we can rise until called upon to do it. Sending you best wishes. Amy in the Ozarks