Thanks for the response KK. While I don't wish anything bad or painful on him, it's good to know there is a legitimate reason for him not responding to PMs. ( I wish there was a better way to make that statement without sounding so insensitive. ) I understand his situation. In the realm of things, my needs are insignificant and can wait until he's back on his feet. I know that you have personally met the man and spent time with him so I have a question for you: if he is laid up due to his MS, are phone calls to him a nuisance or does he welcome communicating with others? Perhaps 'get well soon' calls will lift his spirits? Again, thanks for the response.