Hello Marilyn I often sign off 'Cheryl A Darug woman' or 'A Darug descendant' when giving specific information or asking for something specific. However I don't have any problem if people don't do this. As we know from the people who write to the list many are on a path of discovery, is this not the purpose of the list. Another thing I find is when one finds a link often people start to email privately, so very little in depth personal information is distributed on-line. I guess if anyone has a problem with privacy issues then they should not join such lists. But I'm sure you will agree most of the information is most valuable, if we can't help each other who will? A good point you make though, something we all should consider. Cheryl A descendant of the Boorooberongal clan of the Darug Nation