Hi Diana, and thanks for responding to me. I think you're probably right about talking to my family----I guess I just don't want to scare them anymore than they already are. I guess I feel like I'm an emotional burden and worry to them, and that is the last thing I want to do to them. All three of my children are in college and that's where I want their focus to stay--not on me. I think I will make an effort to be more open with them regarding my feelings, but staying positive while doing it. Thanks for your advice and your time Diana. I hope to talk to you again soon! Kim