Hello to all of you on the network: A brief introduction: I'm Marilee Weisman-diagnosed May 2, 1995. Have lucked into (more by chance than wisdom) some improtant actions that seem to be tiding me over this adjustment period. *Spending lots of time with the people I love-family friends. *Taoist Tai Chi-at least 3 classes a week and practice at home - has energized me and fostered a feeling of more control over my health. And it's fun.. * Long walks-great diversion and a form of sightseeing in your own city. *Music, movies, art etc for the soul which has an effect on the mind and body. *Returned to a much-loved freelance writing career. *Started researching a book on chronic illness. Won't bore you with more but am happy to be aboard and hope I can make a contribution to each one of you. Cheers, marilee weisman [log in to unmask]