No new subscribers this week, however as always, if you haven't already contributed, we hope to hear from you soon. ****** ****** ****** 'Genealogy' according to my dictionary is variously: 1 A record of descent from some ancestor; a list of ancestors and their descendants 2 Descent in a direct line; pedigree; and 3 The science that treats pedigrees For the last alternative, I prefer ... Genealogy begins as an interest becomes a hobby continues as a vocation takes over as an obsession and in its last stages is an incurable disease. ****** ****** ****** To each and everyone of you and your families, have a peaceful and enjoyable time during the forthcoming festive season. Peter Cook cookfmly@bigpond.com List maintainer and Co-host with Barbara < babrown12@optonline.net > of the ButeshireGenWeb mailing list.