NEW TELEPHONE WOULD HELP COUPLE STAY IN TOUCH

Mr. and Mrs. C have shared 55 years of marriage: the rocky start, the growing pains and now the golden years.

However, the year hasn't sparkled. Mrs. C had a stroke and is now in a wheelchair.

When nurses asked Mr. C if they were familiar with Christmas for the Elderly, he offered to make a contribution. The nurses, who know the couple can't afford any luxuries, explained that perhaps someone could help them this year.

The gift that would help Mr. and Mrs. C most is a cordless telephone. In her wheelchair Mrs. C can't get around as fast as she used to and neither can Mr. C, who is in his 80s.

The Cs are a religious couple and enjoy reading religious books. He has a Bible, but other books would make nice gifts. The couple also needs new cooking pans and Mr. C would like to try a non-stick skillet. He would also like a footstool.

Mrs. C would like new snap-front dusters, size 15 1/2. She would also like some perfume and hand lotion. Mr. C would like a new flannel shirt, size 15-15 1/2. They need new towels and wash cloths and two wash pans.

They are a cheerful, loving couple who thank God for their years together and look forward to the years ahead. You can help them enjoy this Christmas with a donation to Christmas for the Elderly.

Gifts may be delivered to the Southeast Missourian at 301 Broadway or the Cape Girardeau County Health Department, 1121 Linden.

Gifts or financial donations may be mailed to Christmas for the Elderly, P.O. Box 699, Cape Girardeau, Mo., 63702-0699. For more information call Kim McDowell at 335-6611.