Fred I'm stunned that anyone would take you to task for "non-response" -- you've always been most courteous to me, and, I'd say generally "timely" in those responses! If you weren't? Oh, well, you must be "out of town" or "out of sorts," -- either of which will get you a pardon <G>. There are people on this list to whom I've provided information over the past years who have NEVER responded in any way at all, and of course, the occasionally cranky "Well, I already knew THAT, why don't you send me something I don't know." Except for a few who are now on my "do not help" list, I just ignore this sort of behavior. It goes with the territory. I think most of us understand that everyone on this list has a "real" life, that interferes with our time and, yes, interest in genealogy. Those who are so uptight that they don't get it, well, that's what the delete button is for. Now, if you have someone who is really rotten to you, send me their addresses (privately, please) and I'll make sure they are on MY "do not help" list. In the world of "it takes a village" this would be known as "shunning." I'm glad your granddaughter is home, and safe! I hope things stay on the level now. Regards, Pat In Tucson -----Original Message----- From: gen-newbie-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:gen-newbie-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Fred, Sr. Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 2:46 PM To: gen-newbie@rootsweb.com Subject: [GN] My lack of response to requested help Listmembers, three folks have contacted me off-list about my lack of response to their efforts of helping with my posted dilemma of the moment. One of those folks pointed out that I have posted off and on but am two weeks behind in responses to email offers of help. One person told me of my arrogance and insulting ways. . . . Fred, Sr. ******************** Gen-Newbie's website: http://www.rootsweb.com/~newbie/ ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to GEN-NEWBIE-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message