hey! been a busy few weeks of hustling my brother around to appts and such, but man, my situation is less caregiver and more chauffer...my situation doesn't compare to Mockturtle and Terry, and those who deal with ongoing and difficult struggles. my heart goes out to all of you.<br><br>anyhow, it seems like this "thread diversion" has healed itself, as far as James generously saying he doesn't mind Terry's comments here. i am on the fence about it. it seems like the caregiver topic is a really important one. being in that situation can hugely impact lives and dreams and plans. do we want a special place to share that kind of stuff? a separate thread, labeled so others can find it easier?<br><br>i think this happens more than is reflected here, with spouses, parents, children, foster kids, nieces and nephews. lots of reasons we may be asked to step up to the plate. what do you all think?