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"I haven't read all the posts, but hope that patriciaruth is doing well."

I havent heard any recent updates. I too, hope that all is well with her. Prayers continue for her.

[patriciaruth]

Thanks for your prayers and thoughts.

Mostly I'm exhausted now. Very little pain, some swelling still from the surgery.

I managed to get a small care package out to a deployed Airforce staff sergeant on the 31st, and that's about all I've done since Christmas. He's a buddy of the brother of my pastor, and the major was kind enough to get me an APO after I met him when he stood godfather to his new nephew, so I wanted to respond quickly.

Mostly all I'm doing lately is reading Alistair MacLean and Michael Crichton and saying short daily prayers lately.

Thanks again to all for their good wishes. I should be back to "normal" in another few weeks.