Hi Denny, Thanks for writing back. There are many Drs. that really don't like to be involved with RSD patients. Sounds like your G.P. Dr. is compassionate. My father was in the Air Force here in AZ. That's where he met my mother. He was a pilot. My son-in-law just finished his first year as a commercial pilot. That's why they moved to Chicago. Yes, we are so happy they come 'home' so often. Our daughter and myself were born in Eugene, not far from Corvallis as you know. We loved to ski at Mt. Bachelor and for about 17 years we spent 10 days at the Cove, Lake Billy Chinook. water skiing and my husband loved to fish. There were about 4-5 families that went every year. I love Bend, Sisters, and Sun River. I know what you mean about the cold not being our friend. If you swim, it's important the water is at least 86 degrees. In the winter, I use heating pad and bean bag in the micro. I have called my Dr. yet since he changed a couple meds.Loretta