March 1, 1995 Migdoel Vazquez-Davis, M.D. P.O. Box 1319 Patillas, PR 00723 Dear Migdoel: I have not seen you in some time, but Nilda tells me you are doing very well. Congratulations! Since Nilda has told me that she is getting medical tests at your clinic, I feel it is my responsibility as husband and father of Grace and Jimmy to bring to your attention information which may assist in Nilda's pursuit of health and happiness. The enclosed correspondence is directed to Baha'i institutions and appointed Baha'i authorities to whom Baha'is should properly turn for assistance with problems, according to the Baha'i Faith. In addition, I might add my perceptions based on my recent trip to visit my family (Feb. 25 to 28). Aside from Nilda's need for support, Grace and Jimmy have been subjected to extreme stress, which constitutes, in my opinion, unnecessary trauma and improper child care or abuse. As described, in part, in the enclosed documents, I might highlight major points: 1. Grace and Jimmy were uprooted from their home and father without proper preparation. 2. Over the years, they were told that various bumps that active children get from time to time were my fault, i.e., that "Daddy did it" or "It was Daddy's fault." 3. They were told that they cannot be alone with their father, e.g., to take a walk or to play. 4. Nilda told me and the children that if I wanted to spend time with them alone, that meant I wanted a "separation and divorce." This is nonsense, but it is very upsetting to the kids. 5. Grace told me that they were told I would hurt them. 6. Nilda and the kids were "missing persons" for about five days. 7. Then, for five days, Nilda would not permit me to speak with our children on the phone. 8. Later, Grace said to me, they went into hiding because "Mom said you could hurt us." 9. According to Nilda herself, everyone she speaks with becomes very frightened. I have observed this to be generally true. It is evident that our children are also very frightened. 10. At the house of Lucy, a life-long friend of Nilda, a lawyer and prominent person, Nilda behaved in such a way, I am told, that Lucy had to call the police to take Nilda, Grace and Jimmy away from her house. Nilda said that the police came and took them away! 11. Nilda has Grace, who is well into puberty, and Jimmy sleeping in the same bed. 12. Instead of child care and her own health, Nilda is preoccupied with "buying a hospital" and "making one million dollars." Meanwhile, Grace & Jimmy suffer tremendous trauma. 13. Nilda said, "You can take care of the children when I die, which might be very soon." Nilda is doing harm to herself and our children. Your suggestions and thoughts are welcome. Thank you very much for any assistance you might render to my family. Warmest Greetings, James J. Keene, Ph.D. CC: Baha'i NSAs of Puerto Rico and Dominica and Baha'is Alan Smith & Errol Sealy ===== COVER SHEET 14 PAGES INCLUDING THIS COVER SHEET March 1, 1995 Migdoel Vazquez-Davis, M.D. Dearest Migdoel: Here is the rest of the information (13 pages) which may be useful to you. You may wish to suggest that the physician supervising the medical tests of Nilda and analyzing the results be some one who is not a relative or family member, if you have not already done so. Of course, I am very worried about Nilda and the kids. Her ideation about dying soon and that I would be called to come get the kids if that happened, is very troubling. Please do not hesitate to call collect if you have any questions or news. Warmest regards, Jim Keene ===== Copyright © 2002 James J. Keene Please use Back on your browser to return to Missing Keene Kids. http://www.angelfire.com/space/netcensus/missing.html