Thank you Marilyn for your lovely post. You are a very good writer also. You made me cry when you spoke of your dad and how you cared for him. I just lost my dad Feb. 1st and I miss him terribly. My mother passed away in Feb. of 2002 so I am without parents now, but am going on in their honor although it has been a tough road. I am trying to go on without them. James & Billie Jean - I am glad to see you here as well. Glad you enjoyed the article. You know, our pastor always says, "Why is it that people can go to football games and paint their bodies and get on fire for the teams they favor, but can not come to church and shout praises to the Lord and get on fire for him?" Very good question, is it not? Take care my friends. Blessings, Marion