It is now almost 3 weeks since Evie's surgery, and still no raging. Of course she still has some problems, but I would be inclined to call them irritation rather than anger. Nothing she is unable to control. Jim and I can still barely believe the changes, neither can Evie herself. She is relieved and happy but also frightened. Her emotional state has turned from anger to sadness and grief over Brian's death, and fears about her cancer. At least though, they are real emotions, unlike anger which is a reaction to an underlying emotion. We are hoping it is a step in the right direction. She has a neurological consult next week, to have the shunt removed (she has a shunt draining fluid from her brain currently). We also hope to hear more about the tumour at that point. It was malignant however they sent it away for tests and we hope to hear more detailed results. In any event, her changed mood is a relief for all, especially Evie herself, and we hope she will be rested and happy for her birthday on Tuesday, as we have a very lovely surprise for her.