Things have been tense and perhaps we haven't read the Parkinsn Charter/Guidelines lately. http://parkinsons-information-exchange-network-online.com/parkinsn.html Take a deep breath, release the tension and take a break. Opinions are just that. Agree to disagree. Parkinsn is not a debating venue. If you want to debate go somewhere else. The Parkinsn list is international, so remember that. Sometimes we become unhappy with our shoes and complain when there are many with no feet. I took a trip to Mexico, last fall, and saw a woman and a man walking beside the highway. The man had a shuffling gait and his hands were shaking as they walked. The poor walk regardless whether they have a neurological condition or not because they don't have the money for transportation. In most cases the poor are not even treated for neurological disorders. The purpose of the Parkinson's Information Exchange Network(PIEN) or ("Parkinsn List") is to provide a forum for people with an interest in Parkinson's Disease to exchange information and experiences in a supportive and positive environment. The discussion on the list varies from people sharing their own experiences of orthodox and alternative treatments to people discussing the emotional and social aspects of Parkinson's. Subscribers are free to discuss ideas, but disparaging remarks directed toward those who adhere to different viewpoints are not acceptable. Keeping the spirit of loving, caring and respecting one another in the forefront in Parkinsn List discussions and the focus balanced with those ideals in mind is an important goal. Barbara and I don't necessarily read every post so if there is a problem, bring it to my attention. Most of you exhibit great tolerance in keeping with the spirit of giving and loving. We thank you all for participating in the spirit of Parkinsn. John Cottingham Co-owner Parkinsn ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn