I thought now would be a good time to post a few helpful hints to make your participation on Rootsweb Mailing Lists a pleasant one. These suggestions are not geared towards anyone one person so please don't take it personally. Some of you may already know about this so think of it as a refresher, and Newbies please read carefully. 1.) Don't send TEST messages to a list that you have not received any mail from. * First, check the LIST ARCHIVES to see if any mail has been posted to the list. *You can find the archives by going to http://lists.rootsweb.com/, find your list, and at the bottom of the page you will see links to the archives. *If you have missed out on list mail go to the PASSWORD CENTRAL http://passwordcentral.rootsweb.com/ Here you can enter your email address and see what lists you are currently subscribed. It's possible that your address may have bounced off. Password Central will also prove information on how to post and unsubscribe from any mailing list. *Also check the HELP Page http://helpdesk.rootsweb.com/ to see if any announcements are available regarding server or ISP problems. * Before reporting a technical problem to the help desk contact the list admin. and let them know what your problem is. There is no point in overwhelming the help staff if it is something a list admin. can help you with. * If the list doesn't have an admin. - why not consider becoming one? Just a thought. :-) Sincerely, Joan Asche List Admin. -- Is today your birthday? Happy Birthday from me to you - visit: http://www.jasche.com/birthday.html Bowman's Place For all Bowman Researchers http://groups.msn.com/BowmansPlace