The update I didn't want to write.

Life has become increasingly difficult.  The only thing I can do for myself is smile.  All four limbs are useless.  My lung function is greatly reduced.  All my food and water goes through a tube into my stomach.  So long to the 5 o'clock vermouth!

We went to see the Richmond Hospice last week.  It is very nice, and the staff were friendly and informative.  I have decided if my disease doesn't take me before, I will stop feed and water in October and go into hospice.

I am not afraid of death.  It makes me sad.  I have so many people I don't want to say goodbye to.   I had so many more adventures I had planned.

I will make sure to vote in the early polls (I am my mother's daughter).