In a message dated 7/5/99 9:32:10 AM Mountain Daylight Time, [log in to unmask] writes: << Those of us that went to the Forum and walked or rode those long halls in wheelchairs can't do it alone. We need you all to help. Become proactive please. >> Helen, how can anyone know who is and who is not participating, being 'proactive'? I've written my congressmen regularly, whenever there is a suggestion that it might help the cause, but frankly, I am unable to get on a plane and fly to forums in other cities. I believe many, many of the PWP and caregivers on this List are also doing something, but we'll never know what that is, or who they are. But please know that you are not out there alone. Clare Wilson