gerry, you are the shining star. i was unable to do this work to such a degree when dick was alive although i tried to educate myself and do what i could. it was really only after his death that i kicked it up a notch knowing the challenges of being a caregiver and an advocate. you and others remain in my heart. maxine ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn