TT,

Thank you for your kind response. I know my wife sees me for who I still am inside. She has been extremely understanding and caring. I hurt since I can not share the things in life that we both enjoy. This too will pass. I have no doubt we will make it through this. We'll just keep plugging away.

Although I do feel that my pain pales into comparison to those that have served our country and sacrificed through illness, injury, loss of limb, and the ultimate sacrifice. I have dedicated my off time to serving our vets. I have found this to be a great therapy for me. Organizations such as the Patriot Guard Riders and Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association have provided me a way to continue to serve my community. (I served in the US Navy from 1990 - 1995).

Thanks again for the kind words.

Dewey