I read this letter with interest. Imagine how our ancestors felt having to be on a ship three to six months for the journey to Australia. They were lucky to live in such a great area also. Kay Gassan Maryborough Queensland Australia -----Original Message----- From: TRIER-ROOTS-D-request@rootsweb.com <TRIER-ROOTS-D-request@rootsweb.com> To: TRIER-ROOTS-D@rootsweb.com <TRIER-ROOTS-D@rootsweb.com> Date: Wednesday, September 1999 1:29 Subject: TRIER-ROOTS-D Digest V99 #293