Dear List, I recently returned from a trip to NC where I visited Mr. Herring's library. Mr. Herring is a true gem of the south and I would urge anyone making a trip to the area to visit Mr. Herring and his hospitality. Mr. Herring embodies the old south graciousness that my grandmother tried to instill in me. I meant to thank everyone who sent me info about Mr. Herring, Duplin Co., Sampson Co., New Hanover Co., and Mr. Herring himself after I got back from vacation. However, I came down with a nasty flu and was out of work for two weeks. I have spent time since then trying to get my energy back and catching up on work, and not doing a very good job with correspondence. Everyone, in the Duplin Co., Sampson Co., New Hanover Co., and Wake Co. area, was extremely helpful and gracious. To everyone who lives there, thank you for reminding me of what the quality of life really means. And, better late than never, I want to say a personal thank you to everyone on this list who replied to my query a couple of months ago as to where to go and what to do. Thank you list members, Karen Roberts