Jody,
I'm sorry to hear about your brother. You still have a lot to be thankful for- friends, family, and Iowawhitetail.com just to name a few. In all seriousness though I understand how difficult it can be, my Grandpa suffered a stroke the day before Chirstmas Eve. It really wasn't the same with him being in the hospital and Grandma worried sick. You and your family are in my prayers.
Seth