Now and then we need to stop and take stock of our common goals. While you all probably read the IaLouisa-L mailing list instructions at the time you joined, it doesn't hurt to review why we are here in the first place. This excerpt is from the mailing list instructions. "Please feel free to to post your Louisa County queries or surnames! You are welcome to talk about anything regarding Louisa County, Iowa. I live here and I'll try to answer your questions. If I can't answer your questions, I will refer you to someone who may be able to help you. This list's goal is to generate a friendly sharing of our common interests, as such, courtesy and tolerance will be expected from all subscribers. Please be nice whether you agree or not with other posted messages. No name calling will be allowed, or undue argumentiveness. "