geezzz Thanks for all the help!
now incase anyone else has this type of a problem, maybe MY findings might ACTUALLY HELP someone else.
I removed the right rear drum, to find that the adjuster mechanism was completely destroyed, along with a couple of the return springs. I replaced the shoes, and all the hardware.. and now we have a firm pedal and good brakes!
Thanks for the help azdesert rat!
Why, your more than welcome azdesert rat!