Hi Cat,
Thanks for your post. This is the first time i have gotten through to get on the site for the past few days. It kept saying "unable to access site".

Just to let you all know, i was able to get into the hospital, was not able to see a doctor but the triage nurse examined me. For those that know the VA, it can take some time. I was worried because of the pains i was having, no strength, dry mouth etc. She concluded i just have a bad flu bug. My lungs were clear so i was happy about that. I do have a big knot between my shoulder blades so that could cause the pains also. I had plurisy a long time ago and that same pain is there again. We'll give it a few days and see how i am doing then. I should have gotten a flu shot back in november. But i will this year for sure.

Thanks Cat again for your post, and all here for your prayers. Also, Thank You Chris for being concerned.
Nash