bluesfan - thanks so much for the words of encouragement, and most especially to make the effort to understand, and accept, those who lack understanding. I know, in theory, that we can't know another's journey until we walk in their shoes - so to speak - but it's so easy to forget especially when I'm on the receiving end of those who want me to be 'fixed'. I've learned to be grateful for the good days, i.e., that my vision, speaking and swallowing are better than they were in the beginning - in other words, I try to be grateful that I'm experiencing remission of sorts.

Thanks again, all, for responding.