A good Grandma scope?

I'm trying to decide on a good scope for a 65 yr young, enthusiastic and budding astronomer gandma. I'm thinking ETX-125 or LXD55 AR5 but not sure about either. She wears thick glasses so I really don't know if refractor is better, same... Weight and setup ease is certainly an issue and I think GOTO probably essential for a while. Any opinions and insight would be appreciated.
Thanks all,
Tom

Tom
I would recommend a Nexstar 5. It's close to the size of the ETX 5", but is a definate step up in quality. Once set up for a site, the user interface is pretty simple. It also allows for use of SCT accesaries such as a 6.3 focal reducer.
Just another option to consider.
Steven Jindra

Thank you all very much for your insight. It's great to be able to come here and get other valid perspectives. I guess the wise thing to do is discuss the different options with "Grandma" before getting her a scope...so much for surprises in a box.
Thanks again,
Tom