:D Felling better and better all the time! Than you.

Thank you very much! I fear less now. I also was wondering if a shutter is rated as just so may uses, can it be replaced or do you need to purchase a new body? I know I can take my car to the shop for fixing up, can't a camera also be referbished or fixed to continue its life?

I read in UHH a person said the body of a camera is only good for a few years. My confusion is that I wish to do photography after I retire, so was inclined to purchase a Sony A77, assuming it would last till I take a dirt nap. However, if anybody can give some guidance on body life, I would appreciate it.

Pills: Neminda, been on them for 4 years.

What I see is you apparently see what others do not. For example, an old bridge is a means to an end, but I notice the curvature of the bords, the cracks, the signs of life the bridge expresses, and I get the idea you also see thing that way.