Message-ID: <22636404.1075842245390.JavaMail.evans@thyme> Date: Mon, 14 May 2001 13:22:00 -0700 (PDT) From: bettye.langham@excite.com To: muleman1@earthlink.net, dan.j.hyvl@enron.com Subject: Re: Mom's Birthday Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-From: Bettye Langham X-To: Buddy & Doris , Dan.J.Hyvl@enron.com X-cc: X-bcc: X-Folder: \Dan_Hyvl_Dec2000_June2001\Notes Folders\All documents X-Origin: HYVL-D X-FileName: dhyvl.nsf I agree, Sunday was really enjoyable. It was so nice to have all the moms that are still with us around and to be able to serve them for once. Celebrating Mom's birthday on Saturday should be great. Just let me know what to bring and I'll be there. In regards to Mom...yes, she seems quite concerned about us putting her into a nursing home if she lets on that she forgets things; she was almost in tears when she talked about it, remember Doris? Anyway, we need to attempt to assure her that won't happen as long as she continues to take her tests and medicines as she needs to. I agree with Bill that we might want to consider a checking account which requires 2 signatures over a certain amount (say $500 or $1000..whatever we agree is a "safe" amount)...Doris would be the most likely candidate, I feel, since she is there and much more aware of Mom's daily needs or desires. She must understand that by doing this, we would not "take control" of her money...just help her "remember" payment of large purchases. She still needs to be able to buy what she wants or needs...Our concern is someone "conning" her out of money without her realization of it.Requiring 2 signatures on checks over a certain dollar amount would help, I feel. Anyway, you'all think about it. Other suggestions? Doris, you see the day-to-day activities, so you are probably best to bring to Dan and my attention matters that appear to be a problem for Mom....and between the 3 of us, surely we can work out a solution that helps Mom and still lets her maintain her dignity and respect. OK>>>>see you'all on the 3rd...let me know what things I need to bring..Wanna get a gift? I was thinking that a Bunn coffee maker would be so nice for her...quick coffee, and ready whenever she wants it...plus maybe it won't spill all over the counter, etc. when poured..Think about it, if you'all want to go in on it together...If not for her birthday..maybe Christmas? ..Just a thought. Bettye Bettye _______________________________________________________ Send a cool gift with your E-Card http://www.bluemountain.com/giftcenter/