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Subject: Support

Mr Lay:  It is easy for me to understand the feelings of anger of many of my co-workers and peers as the turn of events at Enron has probably taken the worst possible route.
I do not understand, however, why so many people blame you personally for the whole process.
This is a business issue, and as a business failure, the "fault" if there is such thing, belongs to no one.
It's just a fact of life that businesses fail, and businesses succeed.
Enron was always on top, and when that was the case, although people recognized your leadership, the common knowledge was that it was all a "team effort".
I find it unfair and unhealthy to hear people's currennt comments about upper management including, particularly,  yourself.
I  have the sense that for many people it has become a personal thing, and that should definitely should not be the case.
As a personal note, I have to say that I feel for you.
Seeing what you built for many years crumble to dust like Enron has, and then leave with that legacy must not be easy.
The closest analogy I can think of is the Concorde.
There are many parallels among the Concorde and Enron.
Both were a marvel of innovativeness, technology and talent, each in its own time.
After Concorde's first crash last year, it was imperative that it fly again.
It would have been a bitter and undignified end for such a graceful, advanced machine if it did not.
Many engineers, originally involved in the process of building Concorde in the 60's and 70's came out of retirement to participate in its modification process.
And now, it is flying again, with pride.
Given the pragmatic and cold facts of business, I do not think you will have that opportunity.
Whether Enron flies again  (and I'm sure it will) you will not be a participant to its re-birth.
Even though for the past 2 months you have spent countless sleepless nights, away from your family and trying effortlessly to get the best possible solution, you will not be here to see the fruits of your work.
For some time to come, people will associate you with Enron's demise, and will blame you for it.
Few will remember that it was you who made Enron what it was, in our best days.
I believe strongly that that is not fair.
Thanks for what you have done, for the past 25 years and the past 3 weeks.
You are probably one of the people most affected by this, at least emotionally.
Thanks for your courage in keeping us updated, through voicemails and e-mails, knowing that most of them will be deleted, just by the mention of "office of the chairman".
And please keep in mind that there are a lot of people out there that recognize what you've done, your recent efforts, your strength and presence of mind in these tough times.
Subject: steven roselius

Ken,   My line manager in London was Steven Roselius.
He  is a good guy with a family and a loyal company man.
He is a Texan and over in  London on a two year contract.
Now he has just rented his house out in Houston  on a six month contract so has no where to live and no job.
He has lost 100K in  Enron stock.
If you can offer him any help please do so, he is under a lot of  stress which he is taking quietly.
Regards,
Subject: California

1.
Just wanted to let you know that not every Californian agrees with our   Attorney General.
2.
Read with interest a Dow Jones story regarding about a 4 page proposal   Enron gave to Speaker Hertzberg allowing large commercial customers.
3.
Would love to see that proposal.
4.
Thanks.
Subject: dynergy planned for merger to fail all along

I'm not sure to whom I should tell this information.
While at an appointment on Friday afternoon, one person I met with told me hearsay, that he had heard from Dynergy employees that Dynergy had never had any intention of the merger succeeding, that the plan from the start was to get Enron's gas pipelines.
Given Enron's suit against Dynergy, I assume this is important to know.
If need be, I can tell you the name of the person who told me this, but I cannot vouch for what they said.
Sincerely yours,
Subject: Words of Encouragement

Dear Mr. Lay,  I am a former Enron employee who voluntarily resigned from Enron in August of this year to spend more time with my two young children, Avery, 2 1/2 and Nate, 17 months.
These past few weeks have been devasting for a lot of people.
I personally have lost over $40,000 in my 401K which I was heavily investing in Enron stock since my first day there, February 1998.
I also lost all of my children's college funds, $10,000.
But, I am one of the lucky ones, I know.
The reason for this note is just to say that I think very highly of you and know what a GOOD person you are.
I was fortunate enough to have seen you on the Crystal Cathedrial a while back, and I know that you are a caring Christian man.
Thanks for all your efforts to save the company.
I just thought you'd like to hear some nice words from an employee rather than all the trash from the media!
Sincerely,
Subject: Need a Bright Tenured Analyst?

Ken/Greg:  I wish you both the best as you work through the next few weeks.
I have a sincere and eager interest in remaining to ensure that Enron remains a viable and competitive force in the energy sector and become the leading transaction provider of gas and power trading and marketing.
If you need an analyst to assist you in reaching this goal, please let me know.
If you need references, I am confident that John Sherriff or Jeff Kinneman in my current group will provide detailed information on my behalf.
Moreover, I am able to provide other contacts within the firm to provide additional information if needed.
Best wishes in your future endeavors!
Regards
Subject: Best Wishes

Ken,  It has been a pleasure working at Enron these past few years.
I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Best Regards,
Subject: Building

Ken,  I realize this is way down on your priority list, but I just wanted you to know that we are doing what we can to keep the process moving forward on the new building.
Also, if there is anything we can do to be helpful on a company front or a personal front, please let us know.
Jeff Hines
Subject: Ken, Can you help?

Mr. Lay,  I lost my school money($10,000) b/c of the collapse of ENE.
Is there any way you can help.
I have faith in you.
Trent Folse 10228 Glen View Ave. Baton Rouge, LA  70809
Subject: This is a follow up to mail sent you Nov.30,2001from Sue D. Hester

Mr. Ken Lay, To explain further , I put $25,000.00 in Enron Capital Limited Life company 8%PFD cumulative guaranteed monthly income preferred shares.
CUSIP# P37307108 bought 11-04-1993 in name of Sue Diviney Hester through A.G Edwards acct.
# 42-323-160.
In reading the prospectus dated Oct. 25, 1993 page S14 under General , second paragraph .
The entire principal amount of the loan will become due and payable upon the date which Enron is dissolved , wound up or liquidated or the date upon whichEnron Capital is dissolved or liquidated.
There is more that I won`t refer to at this time .
I do hope you can find a way to repay this debt under some of these provisions , please give it your attention .
I know this is small stuff and you are busy but I need your help Mr. Lay .
Maybe I can count on you to find a way out for me so I can continue to be able to support myself.
What about our medical benefits, can it possibly continue ?
I have had cancer as well as an uncurable lung diesese .
I can not see any way I will be accepted in other plans .
I am holding 200 shares in Northern Borders Partners LP unit partnership interest since 9-23-1993 CUSIP 664785102 at First Chicago Trust .
Acct #8124-27264.
It looks like it maybe holding its value now but will it be effected by what ever happens to Enron ?
Enron was a great company, I was so proud of it.
You made it that and you can do it again if given half a chance.
I Pray someone will put enough confidence in it so it can remain a company to build on and become a lot better than it was with out the selfish greed that has brought this on us.
Subject: Medical Benefits for Inactive (Retired Employee)

Ken:  I know you have tons of problems right now, but don't forget about us Retired Employees who have banked on Enron Inactive Medical benefits.
Are these continuing?
Will Enron and the court honor these commitments to past employees?
You can either answer direct or thru your Internet site with your daily updates.
Thanks,
Subject: Rice University - Markets in Transition Symposium - Jan. 10, 2002

Dr. Lay (in care of Rosalee Fleming):  We are very pleased to have you participate in our "Markets in Transition" symposium on Thursday, January 10, 2002.
We are putting together a symposium brochure this month and would like to receive 2 items from you by Wednesday, December 12, 2001.
1) A biography of you (about 225-250 words in length) 2) A photograph (preferably a black-and-white, hard-copy picture, mailed to the address below:  Brad Burke Associate Director, Rice Alliance Jones Graduate School, MS-531 P.O.
Box 1892 Houston, TX 77251 - 1892  Additional information about your participation in the event is attached.
A hard copy of this information will follow in the mail.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Thanks again for your participation in this event.
Subject: COBRA Coverage

Ken or Greg,  Could either of you tell us if we have COBRA Coverage for our families?
I have a family to ensure will have medical coverage.
My wife has epilepsy and it is quite difficult to find coverage for her.
Thank You,
Subject: What is the status of payments to previously severed employees?

Mr. Lay:  I do not know who is left in EES or Corporate HR to send this to.
I was severed Oct 5 and have two severance payments due on 31 Dec and 31 Jan.  Will Enron pay these?
Since I signed a waiver not to sue Enron, can I participate in the bankruptcy proceedings if Enron does not pay?
Also, there are  quite a few previously severed employees who have questions, would you add information to the website regarding our status regarding payments etc.
Regards,
Subject: A mail from an Intern

Sir,   Before I start, let me introduce myself.
My name is Thirumalesh Aedunuthula.
I had the pleasure of interning with Enron, this summer.
I am a MBA student at Louisiana State University and worked with Enron Tax department.
Over the past few weeks, things have changed for Enron at a faster pace than expected/imagined.
To some, it is amazing how stock fell from $90 to 26 cents just in a year.
People have been attributing lot of things for the fall, from California crises to international deals, without actually taking time to find out what went wrong with Enron .
As an intern, I had the opportunity to feel the work culture of Enron.
I felt that Enron is making profits not because it is in Energy Industry but because of energetic people like you and Mr.. Jeff Skilling and many others.
I strongly believe that greatest asset with Enron is its talent pool, which made the company what it is today.
Today, we have a discussion on Enron's Crisis in class.
I know, for sure, that many would be interested in voicing their opinion against Enron.
I would go to class and take the side of Enron.
I might be in minority.
But that doesn't matter, as to understand what Enron is, one has to really experience it.
Hoping that Enron will really climb back, much faster than its fall....   Yours Truly,
Subject: Hi from your Sister

Hi Ken, This is just a note to let you know that I am very proud of my famous brother.
You have accomplished so much and you are still a relatively young man.
(At least in spirit).
Please take care of yourself during the challenging time.
Get your checkups and take your vitamins.
As I said during Thanksgiving, you have excellent genes but I am sure you're being required to stretch even your limits right now.
We are just fine.
We enjoyed seeing you and being with the family so much over Thanksgiving.
I am certainly glad you ordered such good
Subject: your job

after all the pain you caused thousands of people, what the hell are you still doing at enron ??
you are the one thats to be terminated.
take a look out your office window ... look at the peoples faces .. the lives you have ruined ...  was it worth .... take your 200 million over the past two years and give to those who need it....  cc
Subject: Trust

Mr. Lay  We have had personal correspondence over the last 12 years or so and I have admired you for taking the time to write back to me even though I was just an employee and you were CEO.
Even after all this stuff that is going on, I still believe that you are honest and trustworthy.
I don't understand all that has gone on and probably never will, I just know that after 17 years and being "stupid", I had all my retirement in Enron.
I am probably dumb again, but I just used some of my own money to buy Enron stock.
I feel that the way to bring the stock back up is to invest and work harder.
My father who has Enron stock that came from my deceased grandfather who retired as a NNG superintendent, has also just bought more stock.
We are trying and I know you are too.
I know that you are going through a lot and I am praying for you and your family.
Cecil Stinemetz
Subject: A suggestion

Mr. Lay,   I have recently begun my 19th year at Enron.
Yesterday, I was one of the "lucky" employees who was given the opportunity to stay.
Fortunately for me and my family, I also received an offer with another company yesterday, and I have accepted that offer.
Today is my last day here, and the only sadness I feel is for the thousands of good people who have been let down and let go.
I have a suggestion.
I feel strongly that you should promptly have the "values" banners removed from the Enron building lobby.
Communication, respect, excellence, and integrity have not been practiced here, except by the thousands of non-executive employees who were told to live those values, and believed in them.
It is a slap in the face of every employee, laid off or still here, who walks into that lobby and sees them hanging there.
Sincerely,
Subject: 2001 1205

Dear Ken,  I am writing as a former London employee whose last day in the office was Friday 30th November.
I don't know if you are aware but this time of year is the tightest time of year for recruitment in London both in the temporary and permanent market place.
I am confident in the skill-sets that I can bring to the current market place but the average job search takes 2-3 months and unfortunately I do not have the financial security to enable me to live through that time.
That is why I am asking for a small donation of ?1000 to help me pay my mortgage and to see me through Christmas.
This e-mail is cheeky but I felt that I had nothing to lose and I hope that you will respond positively to it.
Regards
Subject: Letter Specifying Termination of Benefits

Dear Ken,  I was notified today that I am being terminated.
According to a lady (Trina) that I spoke to in Benefits, I will have health insurance through December 31, 2001.
Currently, my family is also covered by the Enron insurance.
My daughter is a sophomore at NYU.
I can get insurance for her through NYU.
I will need, however, a letter from Enron, on Enron letterhead, indicating when my current insurance will expire.
Once I have the letter from Enron, NYU will initiate the paperwork to provide insurance coverage for my daughter.
I asked Enron Benefits to provide such a letter.
The lady I spoke to said she would have to check with her supervisor.
I have not heard from either of them as of yet.
I realize you are very busy but I would be grateful if you could facilitate a letter being sent to me as soon as possible.
My daughter is planning to study abroad starting in January.
The Spanish consulate will require that we have adequate insurance.
My wife will be visiting the consulate on either 12/10 or 12/11 to present the necessary documentation for my daughter's study abroad.
It is imperative, therefore, that we receive the above mentioned letter from Enron as soon as possible.
My wife will take the Enron letter plus the NYU documentation to the consulate to verify to the consulate that my daughter will have adequate insurance coverage.
I wish you the best in rebuilding Enron and I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday.
Sincerely,
Subject: A definition of patience.

"It is the spirit which can bear things, not simply with resignation, but with blazing hope; it is not the spirit which sits statically enduring in the one place, but the spirit which bears things because it knows that these things are leading to a goal of glory; it is not the patience which grimly waits for the end, but the patience which radiantly hopes for the dawn.
It has been called "masculine constancy under trial."
It has been said that always it has a background witch is courage...
It is the quality which keeps a man on his feet with his face to the wind.
It is the virtue which can transmute the hardest trial into glory because beyond the pain it sees the goal."
William Barclay
Subject: Letter I Sent To Congress

Ken,  I'm an ex-Enron employee who was with Houston Pipe Line & later with Enron Gas Services & I want you to know I do not hold you responsible for the situation we are all currently in.
There is no one else I would rather have trying to make this a successful company again than yourself.
I have seen you in action ever since the merger & I know you can do it.
I have attached a copy of a letter that I have sent to certain members of Congress.
Charge on & Best of luck  Jim Jurek  - Congressional Letter re Enron.doc
Subject: Work in Chicago

Mr. Lay,  I know you are extremely busy so I will keep this short.
Do you have any contacts with ABN AMRO or BANC One in Chicago?
They are building new offices and I know I would qualify to do something even short term.
Can you provide to me a few contacts to get in the door, please....?
Any contacts in Chicago would be great.
If you need to verify my performance with ECS please contact Lance Jameson.
I was a Project Manager for the Network and relocation activities.
Subject: Prayer Journal 12/6/01

12/6/01: Lord, how excellent is Your name in all the earth!
You are so incredibly good to Mr.
Lay!!
Look at what you gave us today!!!
Colossians and 1 Thessalonians.
What an encourager You are Lord!!
Who can know You!!!???
Your ways are certainly NOT our ways!
Thank you, Jesus!!!
Ok, Lord, this is what is in my heart today for them.
Lord, just like you gave Noah a rainbow (from the throne room of God, by the way!
)-I am asking You to give them an assurance that this kind of disciplining will not happen again.
Yes, Lord, they need to trust in You.
I know that but every time the stock goes down they will panic.
So, I guess first of all, they need grace to put their trust in YOU but remembering that we are dumb sheep, please do something in their hearts to not go into panic every time the stock goes nuts.
I guess what I am asking is for You to supernaturally restore confidence in the leadership of Enron.
Give them supernatural favor in the hearts of the people.
BUT You must also command Your Word in the hearts of the leadership.
Let them NEVER get into this kind of mess again.
You tell us to look well to the state of our flocks (Prov 27:23 Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds.)
Thank you, Lord, that YOU bear such wonderful witness of your child, Ken Lay.
Make him see that Your heart is so good towards him.
Make him see, Lord.
We need to know that our Father is on our side.
We come into agreement with you that YOU ALONE are GOD.
AND we ask your forgiveness for our being seduced by "foreign gods" (things of this world since we are children of the KINGDOM OF GOD) and THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR GRACE!!!!!!!!
!
Subject: Termination

Ken:  Just a brief note to tell you that I have enjoyed our working relationship for the past 16 1/2 years, and to wish you good luck in the future.
Tell Linda I said hello.
December 14 is scheduled to be my last day here.
Sincerely,
Subject: Revised Services for Executive Support

Executive desktop support services have been streamlined due to recent organizational changes.
The attached document outlines the revised service offerings.
If you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Evans, executive support manager, at ext.
57520.
We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.
Subject: Prayer Journal

Mr. Lay,  The scripture today was from Psalms 7 through Psalms 10.
I am so overwhelmed with what God is showing me.
I so hope you are being ministered to.
I just heard from a friend that you are apparently going to have to appear in court.
I don't know if this is true but the message is still the same.
God loves you.
I know that you, maybe above all the rest, KNOW that.
Minister to the others that know Him.
Pray for them, with them.
They need to know the One that we know.
I am glad I heard so that I may pray for you specifically.
12/7/01: Lord, all through this You have shown me over and over your holiness but most of all, more than all, Your grace.
You lead me to confess this morning that I have not trusted the hand of God because I didn't really trust the heart of God.
In all of this, You have shown me Your heart.
By showing me Your heart for one of Your children in trouble, grave trouble, You have made me know You.
How could I deny a Father that has such kindness towards His children?
One that does NOT accuse us but says "Come to me, I will give you rest.
I will save you.
It gives me pleasure to give you the Kingdom."
Lord, Mr. Lay, probably already knows all of this and maybe this has all been for me.
All I know is that more than ever, I come before You on behalf of my brother, Ken.
You, above all others, know every thought, every fear, every doubt, every arrow from the enemy that has made its way through.
Every verse that you have uttered into my heart has been about how you love him.
How you delight in him.
How you do not condemn him.
How you see the righteous acts he has done.
Maybe even from seeds sown in his life long ago - I don't know - but You have shown me certainly that this is the God I want to give my whole heart to.
I don't want to hold anything back anymore, ever again.
I am in love with you, Jesus.
I thank you for the emphasis on the verse about how You will MAKE us love YOU with all our hearts, souls, minds, and strength.
Do that for Mr. Lay, Lord.
Do that for him.
Pour out Your Spirit on him so that he can't help but completely give up to this God of his.
This God that has never left him-will never leave him.
This Father that says "I delight in you".
This Bridegroom that says, "I promise to take care of all your needs.
I want you with me for the rest of my life".
This Son given to us as a baby.
Laid at the feet of mankind as The Lamb offering that God required.
Like You lead Abraham to prophesy so many years before "And Abraham said, My son, God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering: so they went both of them together" (Genesis 22:8).
Lord, YOU ALONE ARE WORTHY OF OUR PRAISE.
Thank you.
In Jesus name.
Subject: Congressman Bentsen and the Trade Promotion Authority

Ken Bentsen deserves your thanks and a note or a phone call from you.
(see below for phone number and address).
I called Congressman Bentsen yesterday to express the Partnership's support on the Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) bill.
Yesterday, the bill passed in Congress by one vote (215 to 214).
Ken Bentsen's vote made the difference.
When I spoke with him, he told me how difficult it would be for him to make that vote, and that he had been lobbied hard by the labor unions, the Cabinet and the President.
I urged him to vote for the bill and told him what the impact would be to Houston and the region*.
In the final analysis, the bill passed thanks to your fellow Houstonian
Subject: Enron

I just want you to know that I appreciate all you have done for our company.
I hope that you are able to feel blessed by our Lord and sleep well at night, because you should.
Thanks, Ginger
Subject: A Bayou City Tigers event a week from Saturday

What: A Roundball Watch Party, M U Vs Iowa  Our M U Basketball Tigers are ranked no 2 in the nation for the first time in 10 years and are 9-0.
(for details see below)  When ?
: Saturday night December 15, 2001 at 8 PM