Hi List, Just a quick note as I have recently returned from my first visit to Ireland. I had a great time and drove a fair amount (1400 miles) for a first timer. It paid off to have done a fair amount of research and reading before the trip. It also served me well to have made inquiries and notes well in advance. Last but not least, I received a lot of help and assistance from the local people and even from long time connections to this List (met several for the first time and even some from the States!). There is nothing like seeing the family areas (in general or specific) to understand the names, places, associations, proximities, etc. Slainte! Scott