In a message dated 8/31/01 8:41:05 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [log in to unmask]
writes:

<< The effects of menopause make it very clear that evolution sees no
 > purpose in post-menopausal women.
  >>
 This is completely wrong... the purpose of post-menopausal women is to carry
the wisdom of the tribe. All the tribal knowledge and wisdom is carried by
the older people, and particularly the women - remember, they had no books.
This is essential for the survival of the tribe. The same is true of the
elephant matriach.. she is the one who remembers where to find the water.

Charles
San Diego, CA