I want to thank everyone for their help each time I need it. The site's recommended have been very helpful, but, I am still having a little problem with names that don't seem to have an origin. Can anyone give me any insite as to the names Cinq- Mrs, Bessette, Diette, Desjardins, Dandurand, Crochetiere, Contois, just to name a few. Are they a spin off of another name or are these names a substitution for another? I have, on the suggestion of Jerry Lesperance ordered a couple of books that may give me the answers when I get them, but while waiting, if some kind soul would have a little time and could give me some insite, it would be most appreciated. I would also like to take this time to give BIG "KUDDOS" to Jerry. He was the link that enabled me, after 15 years of reseach to find my family back to the 1680's. There is only one marriage that has kept me from absolutely determining my ancestry and Jerry was able to help me understand why I may never find that marriage. The other circumstances, same names, places and other information. although circumstancial, proves to me that the family information he sent me, is the same family. He is in the process of helping me locate the gggrandmother's line now, and I cannot express enough how very grateful I am. He and other's like him, who take time out to help someone else, there just aren't enough of that kind of people in this world anymore. All I can do besides say a big "Thank You", is to pass it on. If I can help someone else in their research, well my gratitude is shown by passing it on. That's what we all need from time to time. Human kindness and help. That's what he showed me and one day I can do the same for another. Thank You Again Jerry for all you do for other's and for giving back to other's. You make this world a better place for all your generosity. Pam Harbison