Patricia, There is a learning curve with TMG, but the good news is it grows with you. Start with just the basic stuff, then as you need or want more it is there for you to learn. I've been using it for over 10 yrs and am probably an intermediate user at this time. I know there is stuff it will do for me, just haven't felt the need for it yet. They have a GREAT website and are really helpful, do take advantage of that. If you need to they also have training CDs. I got one of the tapes years ago and watched it to learn more than I was using then. I might be able to help with some stuff, ask and if I can I will. I know there are others on the list who use it too, and probably can answer even better than I can. Susan Boise, Idaho, USA -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Patricia Pruitt Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 5:51 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [GN] FW: Anyone out there using "The Master Genealogist" software? Hi: I am really struggling with TMG. I started with it in early 2000 and got along with reasonably well for a newbie. And I then took a hiatus for 10 years and am now I trying to re-learn the system again following numerous upgrades by the Company. I know I am older and not as quick on the uptake as I used to be. So I tried Ancestry.com (as seen on TV) but it keeps dropping many of my entries and I have to re-do them over and over . I am very frustrated indeed. Any help out there? Patricia