thanks all... I appreciate the well wishes for Mom...

and bouncy... I appreciate hearing that you bounced right back! I have heard that you "lose quickly and gain quickly" with cycling... and I know I'll get right back at it when I can.

Since priorities HAVE shifted, I have decided to put some extra time and effort into my backyard this April. Mom can sit outside on the patio while I work... maybe finally get it presentable ya know? I love to garden so this will be a great way to get some stuff done in the bike downtime...

Tracy... thank you for the offer! I think we'll be OK... I have people staying with mom this week and am hoping by next week she'll be much more stable and able to be at my place alone... no stairs and no real trip hazards... but I'm not too proud to ask for help if I need it so I'll keep the offer in mind... that's sweet of you... :-) Jen