Mike, your post has me with tears in my eyes. You have supported and given me advice as well as many others in the forums. I wish you another 50 yrs of posting and good health. My prayers go with you..

Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here