To my geneology friends: I just wanted to send holiday greetings to everyone who has helped me with my geneology. Some of you took the time to write me back after a query even though it wasn't the same line, which is so helpful, and others gave me more information than I ever would have believed. I tried to reply to everyone who wrote me to say thanks, but if I missed anyone, thanks to everyone who took the time to write me. Since geneology buffs usually only take the time to talk geneology, I also thought I'd tell you a little about myself, since I am constantly trying to imagine the people I am corresponding with. I am 25 years old, live in Valdosta, and I work as a social worker with people who have mental retardation. I also live with my boyfriend (whose computer I have basically taken over) and we provide a home for a young man with mental retardation and mental illness. So if you were wondering why I disappear from geneology for months at a time... Challenging and time-consuming just barely scratch the surface when describing my life, but it is so rewarding that it is worth it. And lots of fun as well. A lot of people forget about that part of human services, but I go to dances with my consumers and boogie down. Our roommate also has a penchant for loud rock and roll, playing pool and darts, and loves to travel, which fits into my lifestyle perfectly. We have a blast! My main hobby is playing on the computer, when I can, since we stick pretty close to the house most of the time. This includes geneology, of course, but also looking up anything and everything that strikes my fancy, currently I'm really into looking at camper vans and dreaming of being on the road seeing America (if I win the lottery). Some of you know this already, but my mother, a librarian, got me into geneology as a teenager, and every year we go on a research trip together. This year we went to Augusta, GA which was just great. I found a lot of information, mostly on my Cliatt line. I think geneology trips are wonderful, and I highly recommend it. Plus they are very cheap as you are usually staying in small towns, and libraries and cemeteries are still free!! Well, that's enough of my holiday ramblings. I am so glad I made contact with each and every one of you! Have a Great Holiday Season, and May All Your Geneology Wishes Come True!! Love, Anna Mitchell Currently researching the Cliatt, Mitchell, Burtz, Shiver and their associated families. ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com