Anything else that you may want to say - I have had a great life and enjoyed so many good times, good friends and wonderful adventures. I must explain one problem that I am now facing. Six years ago I was diagnosed with a rare liver disease. It's called Polycystic Liver and Kidney Disease. It is very uncommon - but the problem is my liver contains hundreds of cysts and they are growing - which makes me look quite pregnant! I have often looked up and said -"Now I know why I had 5 children, God - you wanted me to get comfortable with this look".

The only resolution for this is a liver transplant. I am thankful for each day and do count my blessings. This is a rare hereditary liver disease. If anyone can help me with new information or new medical techniques, knowledge of other people with it - whatever - do please let me know. I am currently under the care of a top liver doctor practicing at Mt. Sinai in New York. I would appreciate your prayers

Betsy Mettler Growney (click for  password protected address)