Jim, I could not have said it better; you are so "TOTALLY" correct on all your points. I do agree with Wallace and I know how he feels. Those of us that do share "TRUELY" want to be of help to others. It takes away from our own research and personal time; but gives us satisfaction to know we have helped to further someone's research goals. Wallace's input on this list has been "VERY" helpful to me personally as I strive to find new places to search. I am guilty of not posting, to the list, my appreciation of that shared information. I apologize Wallace and I thank you so very much because those "TIPS" have made a "BIG" difference in my success and satisfaction as I search for the RUTTERS/RITTERS. I try to share the material I have at home with those on the list. I do not have much information on Fauquier County; however, I have more on Frederick, Shenandoah, Clarke, Warren, and Page which is where some of the Fauquier County families spread out too. So, I will check these sources for Fauquier County to see if perhaps their family member crossed the county lines which could help with their "brickwall" and give them new avenues to search. (Like Jim p ointed out, this is not a quick fix for a person's research--------only an attempt to get the person going in the right direction). I do lookups on lists for all of those counties; however, I am finding (as Wallace pointed out), that listers queries are not specific as to time frame or tidbits that would help you to know where to look for the information. Which brings me to my next two points: 1. Good manners-----------People who take the time to help you deserve a "Please" and a "Thank You" NOT a "Where's my information" and "Now lookup 10 more names." (This type thing is what bring us to Wallace's comments--). 2. If you request information on a family you have quite a bit of information on you should state the information you have already concerning that issue, so that the person does not spend an hour digging up all the information for you, posting it, only to find out you "have it" and did not need it.---------This is "RUDE". (Again, another point of Wallace's). Best Regards, Chocy