John you are such a strong guy - just from reading your introductory post I had such a smile on my face. I have heard my husband growl those same complaints. He is just finally coming out of the irritated stage because now treatmetn has started.
I am so with Gary on the comment about being tired of everyone asking are we fine - ugh. I created a CaringBridge site so everyone can get updates in real time and I don't have to send any e-mails nor make any phone calls. Our site is www.caringbridge.org/visit/danreeder if you are interested. I'm off to read your blog now. It sounds great.