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Thanks Sarah... that sounds exactly like what I've got in mind. I must admit tho, after I posted my message about looking for a device to take the place of my handwritten notes, I sat here and REALLY gave this some thought. What did I EXACTLY need and want? A simple word processor <I.e., I'm not thinking a word processor-spread sheet-graphics-and-all-the-bells- and-whistles type machine - a SIMPLE word processor. Several years ago Panasonic brought out a portable hand-sized "checkbook," which literally did on the spot just-like-your-regular check book check writing, entering into check record, and then printed out the check., which only needed your signature. This little device also did a buncha other things - all related to minding one's finances, but including - IF I remember properly, also had word processing capabilities, and could transfer info onto your desktop PC. At that time it cost $395. Since the store where I'd seen this device is still around, I just-this-minute gave 'em a call to see if carried it, and was told they no longer did. In fact, the fella who answered the phone said he's never even heard of such a thing. Anyway, I'd LOVE to be able to have my "dream machine" also to have full checkbook management as well as word processing since I maim my more checks than you'd imagine before I produce one that's even remotely readable. <deep sigh> Heck.... if I added in an email program, I'd DEFINITELY be describing a laptop 'puter, wouldn't I? I can always add Quicken to that and get a portable printer (OYE! <--- clutching head while picturing spending at LEAST $800 for a plain vanilla-type laptop. Barb Mallut [log in to unmask] Barb Mallut [log in to unmask] -----Original Message----- From: Sarah Doubt <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> Date: Monday, July 26, 1999 12:51 PM Subject: Handwriting - Solution >I know that there is something similar to what you are describing. A >portable word processor. My grandmother in England had ALS, Lou >Gherricks (sp?). She lost all motor skills slowly. And she had a little >machine, similar to an accounting calculator, but it was a keyboard. >This was a method of communication for her because she was eventually >unable to even speak. I don't know what it was called, I'm going to ask >my father. I hope that maybe this can be of use to you. If I do find >out what it is called, I will post another message. > >Sarah Doubt >[log in to unmask] > >"...a rose by any other word would smell as sweet..." > William Shakespeare