X-Message-Number: 10557 Date: Sat, 10 Oct 1998 14:38:40 -0400 From: mskardon <> Subject: But what of the cost to future generations? This would be my first posting to this group though I have been "lurking" for several weeks. Completed Halperin's book, 1st Immortal, and have been reading as much as possible the available literature. My thinking is still evolving (I've always felt sorry that the time would come when I'd "check out" and miss all the excitement of the future, e.g. will the Cubs ever win another Series [I'm from Phila. and my question in that regard was answered in 1980]) Anyway, the cost of suspension is an obvious concern. I have four kids and a less than enthusiastic spouse [I did see interesting portion of FAQ on that sub-issue]. One of my concerns is that in funding the suspension, particularly Alcor's high-end whole body, whether its by life insurance or otherwise, I in effect remove resources that would be available for the next generation. There was a posting to this effect earlier this week although, obviously, there's no easy answer. In a way, particularly for someone with heirs, to pay for suspension is a sublimely selfish act unless you assume that there will be something of value you can offer to those in the future distant. I wonder if anyone else has felt this way, especially those who have already signed up. This would not be a "deal killer" for me but it is one of the many issues I personally have to confront should I continue to pursue the matter. I'm not alone on this, however, my oldest son [17 yrs old] has also expressed an interest. He hopes to climb out of the gravity well of near earth confinement during his lifetime. Best to everyone in all your lives. Marty Kardon Rate This Message: http://www.cryonet.org/cgi-bin/rate.cgi?msg=10557