My sister had thyroid problems diagnosed in 2006, and in 2008 was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. After having her thyroid completely removed it took her a while to get back to her old self but she's fine now.. Last year she was found to have more possibly cancerous traces around her lymph nodes and was scheduled for surgery last June only to find out she was pregnant! The surgery was and still is postponed but she and my new nephew are both doing fine. It's crazy how common thyroid related problems are, and it can be dangerous if not diagnosed and treated. I understand how hard it can be for a family both medically and financially and I'm glad your family is fine. It was interesting to see such a similar story you had. God Bless Man and Happy Birthday!