Dew: I do not think that there was anything that you could have done to prepare yourself for the situation that you went thru! However what a nightmare. "The richness of the human experience would lose something of rewarding joy if there were no limitations to overcome." You really did have two kind people that were there for you! Yes heat can really beat one down that has RSD! However I know how strong you are! I am so glad that you are back to your home town and back to us! One question can't you take meds now on airplane filghts? I know that the last time I brought my meds in my carry on bags. Have things changed? Take Care! Always Breezy