Cathy - i saw your question. if you want more responses...start a "thread". My answer to your question about how to love a co-worker with ALS...acknowledge the diagnosis and show compassion...she will need your support. but i think the best advice is treat her as you would normally. if she hasn't already show "signs" of ALS, she will...and the worst feeling for me is sensing pity from others. I just want to laugh and enjoy people's company like "normal". You sound like a good friend...listen and I'm sure you will make the right response to her needs.