Don: We have reached an age when death becomes paradoxically part of our lives. We have moved to a senior residence where the minimum age is 62, but the average age is close to 85. The place opened last November, but we've had many hospitalization (including my Barbara), and a few deaths. We comfort each other, hold hands, embrace, and go on and on till it is our turn. There is no way out except that way. That does not mean we should give up. It does mean that you help when you can, and only when you can without endangering yourself or anyone else. Enjoy what you have - love, life, music, pinochle, bridge, reading, skating,...whatever you do, and do it with fervor. Your motto: BEST MEDS FOR PD IS LOVE AND COMPASSION FOR ALL should be amended to 'Best Meds for ALL is........ Michel