Hi all- Please remember that the only rules for this list are those posted by either Don Hartman or myself. Things would get really confusing for all of us if everyone decided to post their own set of rules for all list subscribers to follow. That doesn't mean we are not open to suggestions for ways to make the list better. You can always reach us at: MDWASHIN-admin@rootsweb.com and we will be happy to discuss and consider your suggestions. If anyone is not clear as to what the list rules are you will find them in the list's welcome message that you received when you first subscribed to the list. In case anyone has lost that welcome message or has been subscribed to the list for a length of time that predates the current welcome message I'm copying the list rules and information sections of the welcome message below: Please be considerate of your fellow list members. Remember some people are beginners at computers, some at genealogy, some at using the English language: never be impatient with simple questions, or expressions which are difficult to understand - we are here to help each other. Personal attacks and criticism, or 'flaming', are not premitted on this list. Off-topic messages are not permitted on the list. This includes virus warning and hoaxes, chain letters, and similar messages. If you have a matter of an administrative nature that you feel needs attention bring it to my attention and let me handle it as the list administrator. Do not try to handle such matters yourself either on or off the list. Contact me at MDWASHIN-admin@rootsweb.com When posting a new message to the list select an informative but concise subject line. When replying to a post remember to change the subject line if the subject being discussed changes. When replying to a message, if you intend your reply to go privately or to the list be sure to check that the intended address(es) are showing in the Send To box of your email BEFORE clicking on SEND. Genealogical information should be directed to the list as others may benefit from your reply as well as the intended recipient. "Thank yous" and other personal notes should be sent to the individual only. IMPORTANT: all messages posted to the list are permanently archived at RootsWeb and cannot be edited. Please consider this before posting your message or reply on the list. Thanks to all for making this a great list! Joan, co-admin