One this particular five cuttings I had actually dipped them in rooting powder right after I had cut them. Not sure if that helped or not dipping in powder so soon. I then let it callous over for about four or five days, stuck it in moist cactus/perlite mix and stuck it on the back patio in a fairly shaded spot. I think the heat from sun beating down on the concrete for about 4 hours a day helped keep the pot warm at night where it was sitting even though our nights are generally pretty warm in Houston. Oh, I did mist it about every other day to make sure soil didn't dry out to much. Kirk

Think positive, everything is going to go smoothly and your sister will have a short recovery time. Times like this bring us up short , makes us truly grateful for those we have close to us in our lives, all the other stuff doesn't matter. I'll be keeping you and your sister in my thoughts. ((Hugs)) Annette

Thanks everyone. Ruthie,i'm doing pretty good,thank you.Mostly just the usual aches and pains from the neuropathy,and the side effects of the meds,but i try not to let it get me down. Just went for a stress test thursday,they wanted me to actually walk on the treadmill,which i didn't think i could do because of the knee problems,however i did it and the dr said i did good!! So that's another blessing!!He put me on Lisinopril an ace inhibitor. When they did the muga scan b4 i had chemo they found my left valve was running a little slow,so the cardiologist has been keeping an eye on it.Other than that my heart is in good shape,he says. And you Ruthie,how are you doing,i think of you often as well and several others that have been fighting these battles. Take care everyone and have a great weekend. Kathi

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