Hi Maureen, I was feeling a little down today because of all my health problems and now I have the possibility of my surgery being cancelled because of one particular problem. I hope not!! I'm having an Open RNY March 26th, at least, I hope so!!! Anyway, I read your profile and how a simple hello or a congratulations from a complete stranger really can lift your spirits. It made me feel so much better reading all the posts to my profile page. I opened the windows in my apt and listened to the birds chirping this morning and children outside playing on this absolutely beautiful 66 degree South Jersey afternoon and I felt bad because earlier I was depressed. There is always someone else in worse shape and now I'm happy and excited again about my surgery and I feel optimistic about that one health problem, that it will be resolved so I can still have my surgery. Thankyou for sharing your thoughts and making me realize, to appreciate the little things in life. ps I love all your bears on your profile page!