Random Droppings

My brother-in-law is getting both knees replaced soon -- this week, I think. It may be too late to point him at the article by Jane Brody in the New York Times, but anyone who is pondering this surgery should look at her latest report.

Ms. Brody had her knees replaced three years ago, and brings up some good points for prospective patients. It's in today's NY Times Online, and is probably in the print edition as well.