On our way back home after 2 fun filled days at Mayo.  Unless something unexpected happens this should be my last post for a while.  All of the tests came out good with no sign of new or recurring cancer.  The open wounds on my back have finally healed.  This was my one year visit since the initial surgery and the chances of it coming back at this point are diminishing.  The plastic surgeon has released me.  I still have to see the surgeon and oncologist every 3-4 months for another year but these visits should be fairly routine.  So the bottom line is it looks like I’m over the hump for now.  I’m going to focus on getting my strength and stamina back and getting out of patient mode and Shirley is going to get out of caregiver mode.  We are hoping to return to some semblance of normal.  Thanks again for your help and support.