Dear Ramey Researchers, Having been an "online genealogist" since the onset of it's birth, I know first hand what happens to lists such as ours when squabbling begins amungst members. Therefore, since joining this list I have deliberatly kept quiet about the ongoing, friendly chatting between some members. Some of the "flaming messages" that I have read over the years when members begin to voice concerns were enough to heat up even the coldest Alaskan winter day! Stuff like this usually, eventually, kills the list...therefor I exercised my option to not get involved in this issue. Having said all that, I am afraid I have to join with others who feel that the RAMEY list is not the appropriate place for the whimsical notes some of you enjoy sending and recieving. Some friendly talk is expected and enjoyed by everyone - but this has gone way beyond what many of us are comfortable with - we all have a breaking point, mine was the disparaging remarks about family members that are now occuring alongside Eqyptology, et al. Of course, I know, I and others who are feeling increasing frustration can simply unsubscribe. But genealogy is my passion....and my Ramey ancestor is one of only a few lines I have not been able to trace....and I really want to stay on this list, participate, share and grow from other's wisdom. Please, for the good of the order...explore the many alternative ideas some have suggested so that those of you who have become dear "online friends" can continue to communicate while those of us who need to move quickly and efficiently through our Email can do so. Bonnie in Alaska