My doctor has told me that I need to focus on myself or he will not be my doctor anymore. I need to take care of myself, he is afraid if something happens to me he will be held responsible. He is correct I have very powerful friends all around me who love and care for me because of the unconditional acceptance I have for people.

anyway. The millions I have worked on getting for my community to help build housing for the homeless specifically veterans, the 1.2 billion dollar redevelopment plan I helped put together for all of my neighbors, moving and expanding and helping a 17 million dollar capital improvement plan for a homeless shelter , of which we had the ground breaking last month.

I think it is time I enjoyed what time I have left, I am not well.

I still use the Oxygen and the seizures are getting worse and now with the diabetes, I really need to begin to take care of myself.

I loved the Corps and I will do anything for my fellow vets, regardless of whether I feel they are worthy or others feel they arew worthy of help. From the Steak lunch on veterans' day for the homeless veterans of skid row I helped put together, to the creation of housing for vets. I think I have done my best and have no regrets.

It is time to concentrate on me.

Best wishes to all.

Your Friend,