Hello List, As we all know, the holiday season is fast approaching. That brings to mind several things. So let's reflect just a tiny bit. Many new researchers will soon be within our sights. Think back to when you first started doing your own genealogy, and perhaps, the first list you joined. Did you feel a "little" intimidated by those who simply "always seemed" to know what they were doing? Were you "at a loss" of where to look for what? And just perhaps...felt a little shy in asking the question that you were just sure was going to be considered silly? Oh, I remember well...when I got my first computer...started my first family tree. I guess what I would like to bring to everyone's attention is that many will be new in the coming months. It may be their first family tree, or perhaps their first computer, mailing list, or their first experience with the ever growing internet. In the coming months...let's all reflect, remember, and try to help those who want to join our group. Let's give them a hardy "welcome" and try to show how great with patience we really are. Let's also remember...everyone learns by asking questions and no question is silly if YOU are the one seeking the answer. It may be very important to the person asking...so let's do our best to help with the answer. My first list wasn't that great of an experience for me...needless to say, I changed lists. But the Indiana List is one of the BEST.....Let's help keep it that way!! Good, Better, Best....never let it rest...til the good, is better, and the better is best!! <A HREF="http://www.glossarist.com/glossaries/family-relationships/genealogy.asp?page=1">Genealogy Dictionary, Genealogy Glossary and Genealogy Terms directory.</A> Sharon