I don't remember the exact day, but I know it was sometime in early June a few years ago that Spaw had a "re-birth" through the miracles of surgical technology and has considered it a "birthday" ever since. So...sure damn glad to say he's still around and Happy Birthday, darlin'!

Also, one more huge THANK YOU for all of your good wishes, thoughts, prayers, candles lit, etc. since my surgery in May. I am pleased to report that seven weeks later come Tuesday, all things are checking out AOK and I am to start cardiac rehab on Monday, three times per week!

One thing I regret to say, though, is I do not think the Getaway will be a good idea for me, this year. Besides a few extra *bills* this year, it just seems a little too soon, physically, and I want to be in best of form, with plenty of stamina for visits, there, and up in New England where my daughter and other Mudcattters are. Part of this is also because the new venue for NEXT year sounds much better as far as accomodations...esp. heat!**bg**

Just another note: I've decided to forgo the zipper tattoo on the chest incision.:-)

Thanks, again,

luvya'llkat