This may be too early, but just in case....I will save the good-byes until they become absolutely necessary.

Could I have your outside e-mails and possibly your phone #'s?  If you feel uncomfortable giving these to me, that is o.k.  The following is my information. 

Carole C. Frank
carole_frank@excite.com
713.446.9307 cell
713-467-3860 home