Thank you for the kind note. My Dad has been sick for years with heart problems. I knew he might pass away at any time. This cancer business is so different for me. I think I'm as prepared as I can be for his death. What bothers me the most is the fighting that goes on between my Mom and Dad. I just want to yell, "Stop it! Life is too short now to bicker over such foolish things." But they continue and it makes me sick to my stomach. It's their way, not mine. I'll just provide comfort, help out where I can and make them smile when I can. You take care and have a good day. Irene