Once again I thank you all for your input. She seems to be doing a little better with the "specific amounts" of food to eat.
I know from reading posts on this site that all of this is pretty normal. Unfortunately she won't visit this site because she says she will be overwhelmed with the information-so I try to pass on all that is relevant to her situation.
Like Nelie, Mary is having issues with esophageal strictures-we are hoping that the dilation will work, but it is "wait and see".
Hard to believe it has been a year next month.....
David, I keep using you as an example, she always asks "how is that guy that is riding his bike again?, He can eat pizza, right? " Thought you might enjoy knowing she is trying to beat ya....LOL :~)

Liz