Hey my sweet Joe,

I absolutely agree with you in that the PTSD will always be with us and we'll never be quite the same person we were before.....that our stress level won't be as high before we could break. And yes, we have to find our own individual ways in which to cope with the images and the memories. If it means playing with your sheep in your Granny panties, then so be it.

And what have I told you about that telescope? Get yourself a magnifying glass. Oh my goodness, look how GOOD you're doing. Don't be looking way back in the distance, but get a good strong grip on TODAY....and what matters and will help you with this day....because that's all you've got right now is "the moment".

I believe in you, Joe. It may not go away, but it will not always be your focal point. And go get that magnifying glass, you silly man!

God bless,
Sandy