My, a lot for me to read today!
OK, I also feel that people post "repeat" questions just to see if there is any new info or suggestions since the last post. There are so many quick changes in the medical world, it is tough to keep up. Maybe someone has tried something new and it worked for them-so they share it in a the new post. Just a thought- things are always changing....

David- I love that you are "anti-peg" or "suck it up" or whatever! You provide me with that point of view, one that wants everyone to get back to their best possible point as quickly as possible. Your advice has ALWAYS been very helpful to me and much appreciated.

Anne-Marie- i think you see it like I do. Gather all the information you can from all sides, put it together and make a plan that works best for you.

Sometimes I am the bully, trying to get Mary moving a little, especially when the pain is in control. Sometimes I just listen when she has to vent about how "out of her control" her life had become over the last 8 months. And sometimes we just get the friends together and laugh-and try to put it all aside for an hour or two.
Thanks everyone!

Liz