Regina, in my humble opinion the laughter and fun is at least (if not more) important than all the other information we share.
I know I always feel better when there's a bit of fun happening. It's also important (again IMHO) to let the newbies know that there is still life after tm and it is possible to laugh. hugs Gilly, a little old lady from Australia. I really enjoyed the fun, quirky, witty, etc. comments regarding... I can't remember what. Oh yes, it all started with Phran3que's name. Strangely enough, seems like I (we) learned more about who we are, capsules of background, from just that one email. My goodness, we are an interesting group! Not me really, you. And a fun group! Seemed like just for a while, TM was out of the picture, if that's at all possible. I am desperately pushing myself to go to physical therapy three times a week, exercising everyday, feeling guilty if I miss a day, and knowing damn well that none of that if going to make my left leg feel any less numb. Nothing relieves the numbness, nothing relieves the lack of balance, the fear of falling... There, I've spoiled it by bringing up you know what. So sorry, many of you have it much worse, I know that. I will go back and read again the positive/fun messages and laugh again. Thanks! R