Karen just called to let me know about tomorrow. She is hopeful and says that Pat seems in reasonable spirits. She is also realistic and knows how risky this is. Kat, she said she talked to you last night and told me how great it was to hear your voice and how good you made her feel. Thank you.

She went home today to shower and to get on the internet to talk to you folks and in her words to me, "my /?"!*** 16 year old has done something to the computer and I can't get on the internet." Mike, of course, denies all knowledge of a problem. She said to tell you all thank you and she looks forward to both she and Pat getting on and mudcatting.

I did tell her that I had set up the PMB for her and that some of you had already sent help. She is not going to tell 'spaw until he is much stronger. It is always harder to accept a gift graciously than it is to give one. But know that your help, prayers, concern and comfort will be appreciated forever. She and Pat have given so much and now their bread is returning accross the water. Love to all....clarence