rose, i really enjoyed talking to you last night. despite some very disturbing topics, we had a few true good laughs. ba and dad came through with some money and check is on way as soon as i can geto to post office for one cent stamps! take care! i love you-- more later ps. burach has the chicken pox! he is really sick as i am sure you can imagine. i couldn't even bring myself to tell him about your terrible ordeal--it would scare the hell out of him. :)