This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: llinde3 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.thompson/7774.1.9.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks for your reply,Russell.Just a note to say that my Dad and Uncle were rather short also.Actually, they were both really neat men.Intelligent and thoughtful.They were orphans yet were good dads even though neither had a good role model. I am going to join Clan Thompson.Also the professions we pursue in life are art and medicine-any aspect of each. The combo is not surprising as both groups can observe and think without negative judgement in my opinion. Good luck on your quest...Lynne Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.