In a message dated 3/28/01 8:13:01 AM EST, [log in to unmask] writes:

<< why the disabled community is so afraid of implants which make life easier
 for people like me and you. I >>
I think the new technology that's popping up is great... however (y'all knew
that one was coming)  However, I have spent my whole life the way I am now...
and in the process of getting older, I have learned to come to peace w/ who
and what God made me to be!  I love the things that make my everyday living
easier (adaptive equipment and such).. but I do prefer to keep my distances
from brain implants!  I do admire such on the basis of saving lives..but not
to "improve" the quality of life..
I will not and do not judge those who decide to go through those
proceedures.. but I deeply feel that happiness comes through something much
deeper
Jennifer