This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: chatterchit Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.unknown/12796.2.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Don't be upset; They said nothing rude -- maybe a little "short" but I think that that's just a translation problem. They just said she's not his sister, that's all. Also, you're wordy -- they're not. You have different styles, too. (I've posted thousands of times and I hate it when folks feel "slighted" on these boards!) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.