after Tech II support with Apple and Tech II with Sprint the Sprint tech finally found the issue. I was also using google voice (same number with GV thru Sprint). Once disabled on both phones all texts went through! A relief but a bit of a pain because i really like using GV for easy access through any desktop. thank you all for your assistance!! - hey one quick easy (probably stupid) question. Can i use any wall plug adapter with the Apple lightening cable to charge the iphone? thanks again!