yeah, I think you should touch your wife. It conveys love to her, nut case that she has been. Even people who are out of control of their own volition need comforting. She may reject it but at least you will have tried.
My logic on hardball is not out of line with yours, PhxD, just a different angle. Who knows what brings people back to their senses?
Phx, are you actually in the hot city? Or are you referring to a burning bird?
I have a shovel and I'm not afraid to use it. Stubby