In a message dated 97-05-26 14:18:44 EDT, you write: << but I've one less thing to fear. >> Dear Marvin: I fully empathize with your wife. Mine was diagnosed with PD about eight years ago. When she turned forty, I offered to trade her in for 2 twenties (2 x 20), but she then told me that I was not wired for 220. We'll be celebrating our 40th anniversary by crossing the Arctic Circle, and I have not wished to trade her in yet. hank you for your beautiful message. Michel M.