It seems that activity on the list feeds upon itself. Although the recent burst of information exchange began with a controversy, that aspect quickly faded away and worthwhile exchanges took over. There are currently 59 individuals subscribed to FUQUA-D, and 115 to FUQUA-L. Imagine all of the Fuqua information that is held by those 174 people. There is a small but constant turnover of subscribers. Many of the them subscribe, see nothing much happening, and unsubscribe without posting a query. Obviously, the vast majority of subscribers who say are content to observe list activity but, for some reason, don't participate. Imagine what the result would be if every subscriber posted just a single query regarding Fuqua information they would like to have. The probability is quite high that someone out there would be able to provide a clue, or maybe even the complete answer. Will you take the time to post a query? Imagine the rational discussions which could take place regarding Fuqua information sources, research methods, migration patterns, etc., etc. Imagine differing points of view being presented calmly and in the form of debates/discussions, rather than personal attacks. That's what a list such as this is for. Hopefully, Ron Goodman started a new trend when he recommended two books which will give insight to the lives and times of our colonial ancestors. Does anyone else have something to recommend? This list is for your benefit. Do something with it. Frank Fuqua List administrator