I thought many on the list might like to know about John Isbell's remarkable progress even over the last weekend. He is regaining bodily strength rapidly. More importantly, he is beginning to read again with some pleasure, and to converse and write (!) with his usual intelligence and precision. And wit: Yesterday, I tried to help him move to a more comfortable position but did not succeed and remarked, "Close but no cigar!". He immediately asked if I had heard about a reporter's interview with Clinton's other tell- all friend, Gennifer Flowers. I hadn't. Seems she was asked if her relationship with the president had been like that of Miss Lewinski. The reply was, "Close, but no cigar". Best regards, Jack P.S. If any one wants to contact John by e-mail, for the moment, just sent it to me and note that it is for him. I will make sure that he gets it.