Vee: I didn't even think to tell you that myself. I had the same thing happen when I got my new computer and it had Outlook Express 6 on it. I couldn't figure out why I wasn't able to open attachments, then I discovered the default setting you were talking about! Just recently, I learned that I could change the font and color of my email...I guess you learn something new everyday!! Anyway, I also wanted to tell you that I've been enjoying the DeWitt Clinton diary so much, I went to the website you mentioned and bookmarked the page. Kim