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General => The Shed => Topic started by: Doris_Pinks on December 15, 2003, 12:03:56
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Apart from world peace and harmony, what will you all be asking Santa for this year?!
I have asked for a shed!! (would like to see him wrap that one!) Oh and a huge lottery win of course ;D Dottie P.
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a bike - mine was nicked from the lottie an' all.
also, would like 'meeting with remarkable trees' - wanted that last year but got....slippers!
suzy
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Well......from a practical point, a shed for the lottie would be great. From a me me me point, a motorbike please. I have the helmet and all the leathers and have done me test so now I wanna get out there! Of course, the buckets of diamonds will do, I shan't complain, but if the big fat man in red overalls is listening...... :-*
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I would just love someone to clean the glass in my greenhouses and scrub all that green gunk off the polytunnel-not jobs I look forward to.
Stephan.
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Well a little help on the lottie would come in nicely ;D as it's getting too big for an old man like me :-/. Also a computer that my daughter can't get on so i could be on this site more, instead of just at work :-/.
Some help with burgulars as they have just nicked my trike from the garage whilst i was away >:( .
But apart from all that i hope you all have a merry Christmas and may all your dreams come true in 2004.
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Well......from a practical point, a shed for the lottie would be great. From a me me me point, a motorbike please. I have the helmet and all the leathers and have done me test so now I wanna get out there! Of course, the buckets of diamonds will do, I shan't complain, but if the big fat man in red overalls is listening...... :-*
Hi there Emma Jane, I'm fairly new over here but couldn't resist answering your post. You sound just like my daughter! She too has all the leathers, helmet, boots etc and has passed her motorbike test. She is 21 tomorrow and I'm sure she expects a gleaming machine to be waiting for her on the doorstep!! Pity the only one she's getting is about 2" high x 3" long, plastic and sitting on her birthday cake. If the red overalled guy pops in with your bike remind him Laura wants one too - silver and black if possible ::) ::) Cheers Eileen.
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My pleasure Eileen. My kids think I have a 'hot line' to his workshop, so I shall make a request on Lauras behalf! :D
Jethro, hell man! First the wind turbine thingy, now your trike! I dunno :-/
p.s. Santa, if you are listening...just thought, a BIG lottery win please, then I could sort out everyone with a shed, a window cleaner to sort out the greenhouses, a mile of high voltage fencing to keep Jethros burglars out, and motorbikes for all those who fancy themselves leather clad! :-*
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Tricky this one Dottie.
Would like some railway sleepers to run down the edge of my allotment path, and a self cleaning car so I don't have to waste time washing it.......do you think Santa might need a flatbed trailer to deliver??
On a seperate note....sorry to hear about the nicked trike Jethro...what a bummer. Not that I've owned a bike before but I could be sorely tempted to get a bike, especially having watched Billy Connollys tour of Aus......oh maaaaan what a cool trike! 8) Not sure it would be too practical for my 90 mile daily trip to work though?
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I would like some tools! Especially the pruning kind. And a groovy knife so that next year I can trim leek ends into a bean trench, like I have seen other people doing.
And a PERFECT allotment like the ones on t'telly...
Ten x
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a nice trug (optimistically hoping for produce to put in it)
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...just the soil they garden in on the tele programmes would do me ... oh! OK and a greenhouse, big and wide and tall and strong...just like the bloke I'd like to prune my apple tree and put in some hardscaping and dig up some lawn and double-dig some new bean trenches.and, in this season of goodwill and love, please could my end-of-garden neighbour's gi-normous Norway spruce, which is plunging my garden in deep shade from 3.30pm - 7.30pm get stricken by something terminal, if not a bolt of lightening? .... just for starters?
And I may, just may, I be back to add to this list? ;) - Lish
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A new boss.................
no........ seriously.....................a sane new boss!! ;D
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aw jethro .....sorry about the trike....what a swinish thing for some git to do. i have recently had my bike nicked but in cambridge it happens to everyone, all the time - i have had dozens swiped. bet your trike was looked after and treasured tho' and such an invasion. sympathy sympathy, sending telepathic brainwaves now! :(
suzy
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No sense of organisation, you lot! What's this - "asked for"?
Took my kids down town yesterday, trekked them high and low, into every book shop. And they got just what I wanted - no, I did not twist anybody's arm! - Cabbages and Kings - Jonathan Roberts. It's gone out of print, and we found the last copy in Leeds.
Not a growing book at all, but full of fascinating information and insights into the history and development of vegetables - I think! Only problem with the strong-arm tactics is that it is now VERY firmly wrapped and hidden, so I STILL can't get into it!
I suppose I'd better get them something too, now ---- I was thinking of onion and shallot sets for one, carrot and parsnip seeds for another, brassica seeds for the third, and a spade for the oldest (time he did summat useful!)
All best - Gavin
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I'd like ermmm, well or perhaps, maybe a, or not, a thingy like you know, if thats alright, or not as the case maybe, Decisiveness thats whaty I'd like, if its not too much trouble. ??? :-/ :)
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Notice none of as asked for anything totally impractical! Gardeners see!! I hate it when people ask me what I would like, a pack of seeds would be great!! So easy to buy for gardening peeps ;D
I shall have a word with the bloke in the big red suit and get him to fill your stockings! (oh errr!) Tho a bike and a trike may be difficult to get in ;D
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All I would like for christmas,or the new year would be a new job for my husband.He has suffered so much stress at work over the last two years that he has had enough and finally given his notice in.I am now very worried in case he does not find a new job in a month's time.Obviously,his health comes first and I think he has done the right thing,but very worrying all the same.
Sorry to be a bit maudling,but I don't feel very silly and jokey at the moment.
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Margaret, I really feel for you both! My hubby was in a similar situation..........many sleepless nights on my part, and his too. If it makes you feel any more hopefull, he ended up with a job he LOVES, working with really nice people. Took a paycut, but we figured it was worth it, and it was ;D Will put you on the top of Santa's list.
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Margaret ,sorry to hear that you're down in the dumps, hope hubby finds something less stressful soon. I'm a great believer in what will be will be and I'll keep my fingers crossed for both of you . Hope you manage to enjoy your christmas.
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.........by the way I'll race you to a 100 posts.....
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I have lots of gardening related books on my Christmas list and I also want a purple trug, like those on Gardeners World. But if I could have absolutely anything, apart from world peace and good health for me and my family of course, then I would like our own personal driver with a van who could take us to all the local Garden Centres and Nurseries that we don't have access to, since we don't have a car.
So sorry to hear about your break-in Jethro. It is so rotton isn't it when things like this happen and you have had your fair share this year. Lets hope next year is better! :) busy_lizzie
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Hi again! Just read Margarets' posting and wanted to pass on my good wishes and hopes that things work out on the job front for her husband. It is a worrying time when you don't have a job, but especially at Christmas when the emphasis is on jollity and having a good time. I know it is hard getting in the mood when your circumstances are uncertain.
Even though it is risky giving up your job, I am sure it will be well worth it for his emotional well being not to have to go through that stress everyday which sooner or later would affect his health. Who knows what great opportunities are around the corner for him in the New Year. He has opened a door for better things to happen in his life, and with a bit of luck and positive thought they will. All the Best. :) busy_lizzie
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Me again! Just noticed I have just had my first Christmas Present. Hey! :-[ ;D I am a Full Member *** busy_lizziel
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I too noticed how we allotmentiers all asked for practical things.I also noticed quite a lot of similar characteristics in the thread we did on profiles.Perhaps iwe should do one on our star signs to see if any one sign is dominant.Mine is Taurus.
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Hi bb
Mine is VIRGO.........!!! ::)
How absurd is that !! ;) ;D
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And mine is Aires :o
Whaddya mean I'm bossy ........... ::)
And note to Margaret. My cousin gave up his office job due to stress and decided to do what he had always wanted to do. Become a gardener. He advertised in the paper and got a few jobs (he is very knowledgeable and proficient, understands grafting and all that stuff).
He was recommended by word of mouth, and now ten years down the line employs 5 people!!
Best wishes.
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Hi, I think I should swap with you Diane as I am a Leo, you know glamorous, witty, leader of Men etc., ;D if only! If I am honest I am more the Virgo type. busy_lizzie
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...I'm a gemini
...........but I'm in two minds about it !
For Christmas I' d like.........
...a new tree for the garden
... a greenhouse
... a miracle device to stop cats pooing where they're not supposed to
.... Oh and lots of lovely smelly bath stuff to soak my weary bones after working in the garden
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For Christmas I would like:
A full time gardener with long curly hair and Byronesque looks clad in moleskin trousers and a fine linen shirt and his own potting shed ....... complete with personalised dibber ::)
And a flatscreen monitor on a purely practical level :D
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Can I have a share of his dibber ....... please!!!!
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Certainly not Robin!
It's got my name written on it.
OMG, reminds me of one of Hugh's jokes ........ :o
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...... perhaps you could rent it out, once you've worn the name off....
... Yes very similar to one of the great man's latest......
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Ah, So you have a personal tutor as well?
Puts himself about a bit doesn't he :o :o :o
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I think we're his cyber- harem........
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Hi Margaret,
Just read your post and I think your husband did the right thing too but I know how worried you'll be until he finds something else. I just wanted to send you both my best wishes in the hope that he will soon have a job that he will enjoy more than his last one. Try to keep your chin up and have a good Christmas. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you both!
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Bit like 1001 nights and the Sheikh from Arbabi .....
After you with the mufti Robin ............
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I`m getting the 1891 census disc and I can`t wait! :D
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He is two timing me behind the bike shed??!!! :o
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Hey Sue, I just looked at the latest postings & wondered who 'suet' was ??? ;D
Looking forward to you contributing to the sometime 'useless but fascinating snippets' thread which Eric occasionally posts ::) - Lishka
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Ah, So you have a personal tutor as well?
Puts himself about a bit doesn't he :o :o :o
Not 'arf, he does ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D - Lish
Hugh, O Mighty One, is there any room left behind the bike sheds should recently joined members ??? wish to join? - Lishka
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No lish no! ;) He is mine, all mine! ;) Mind you, it is getting cosy behind those sheds......I think we may find party attendees wandering that way throughout Friday evening! :o ;D
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EJ! First I got the day wrong, now I find that I'd have got the venue wrong too? Thought that the back of the bike sheds was where the party was going to be held? Certainly, it's going to be where all the action is ;) - Lish
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Hey .........fellow members of the harem....we'll have to get him a uniform !!! Any ideas?
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Well Diane, How about Mellors? But Which one of Hugh's harem is Connie??!! (Could just wear his gardening clothes really as a gamekeeper!) ;D
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Hi all, you can borrow my Military Policeman uniform if you want red cap and all ;D. Just tell me if you want the dress one or the combat one. ;D ;)
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OHHHHHHHH Jethro, you wear a uniform, that'll get all the girls on this site thinking! ;D
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Yes in a past life i was a redcap in th T.A. ;D been all over the world with them and really enjoyed it, but that stopped when i met the wife :-/ but i still kept the uniforms ;D
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Hey .........fellow members of the harem....we'll have to get him a uniform !!! Any ideas?
Impossible request Di!
There's nothing uniform about Ower Hugh..
So he'll just have to come in his Birthday Suit...with perhaps a bit of tinsel and one of those flashing stars? hmmmm...p'raps he'll be the flashing star? And now I foresee you all clamouring to be his 'bit of tinsel'..oh dear, how do I get out of this one? (as I was heard to howl in the early hours of this morning, from the back of the bike sheds...) - Lish
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Oh me....oh my......how my mind wanders......ava is his uniform, and green tights :o, now Jethro in his, and to top it all Hugh in his birthday suit, and still able to flash :o. Roll on Friday night!!! ;D
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I'd settle for a bottle of Radox or Hugh in his birthday suit ;)
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busy_lizzie, next time i manage to plan a time for my personal chauffeur to take me to garden centres i'll send you a message, you're more tahn welcome to join us.
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Yup, it's confirmed, I spoke to Santa on his hotline and I will have a new shed in the lottie by Feb/March, just when I will be needing it! I have had to promise alsorts of things :o, but needs must! Now all I need is that motorbike to get there ;)
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I`ve got a 125cc scooter begging, if that`s any good !!
Bob :o
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Thanks Bob, but I prefer the sportier bikes. I am trying to convince Ava to get a Yammy Thundercat, but he wants to be all practical! Men ::)
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Jo, Thank you so much for your offer. I think you must be a fairy god mother to grant me my wish. :D busy_lizzie
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Hi Lishka, thanks for your message. My much wanted christmas gift looks a bit boring compared to everyone elses! :-[
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not a problem!
i'll get me a tutu!
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Hi Lishka, thanks for your message. My much wanted christmas gift looks a bit boring compared to everyone elses! :-[
boring, Sue?? I think it's brilliant! Makes all ours seem a bit mundane..
(but I still keep seeing 'SueT' - it's this cold weather - I've got food on the brain and it's putting inches on my hips ;D) - Lishka
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Hi Lishka, so pleased you don`t think my particular hobby boring, though there are many who do! ::) I`ve been trying to trace my husbands ancestors for a few months and have done quite well up to now. The census records are fascinating, well to me anyway, and a very useful source of information. Sorry about the suet, hope it doesn`t take too long for you to work it off! ;D Thanks again Lishka, Sue
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Sue,I suppose you are aware there is a site on the net where you can get the 1881 census for the whole of Great Britain,plus on that same site if you're lucky you can get quite a bit further back still? I have been tracing my mother's side of the family for years and had almost ground to a halt,until i got the internet.I have now,in some areas,gone back 8 !! generations.
It is like a passion,the more you find out,the more you want to know.As you say,a fascinating hobby.Do share your successes so far!
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Hi Magaret,
Can you possibly give us the name of the site you mention as I have been trying to find a good one to trace our ancestors if possible. Also, do you have to pay for the information?
Mind you, I might not like what I find as I think on my father's side I am descended from gypsys so what happens before that I dread to think!!
My husband has got the Death Certificate of his grandmother, so can go back to the 1800's but would like to go back even further if possible.
Pat
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Hi Margaret, yes I know all about the LDS site and have used it many times. There is also a site where you can access the 1851 census for Gloucestershire, so if anyone wants the link they can message me and I`ll provide it. I`m lucky because I have my own copy which has a search facility that makes life so much easier! :) I haven`t been doing the research very long but I have numerous strands linked to my husbands family and I`ve found my late father in laws great grandmother...........but not the great grandfather, something of a mystery there!! :o ;) Many thanks for your message, Sue ;D
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What's the name of the site Margaret? Bin trying to get past 3 weeks last Tuesday for ever ;D
My uncle and I have both been trying to get further back than 1900s, there's some argy bargy between a welsh ancestor and a Jamaican lady and I'd like to get to the bottom of it - any excuse to confirm my roots are in Jamaica and get an excuse to visit...
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Hi Pat and Sueand Mystic mog
Sue,you are obviously well into it!! I have quite a few gaps still,but every now and again ,a snippet of info comes through via another member of the family helping with the research and i get all excited again.
Pat and mystic,the address is www.familysearch.org
It is free,which is great.It looks more complicated than it is,and once you start trying it out it becomes clear pretty quickly.As I say,I have gone back a long way,much further than i ever dreamt of and it has been fantastic.Last month I went to a little village in Bucks and actually found the grave of my great great great great grandfather and mother!!
If you need any help with understanding the way the site works,just ask.
Sue,I don't have any relatives in gloucs,unfortunately,but thanks for the offer.
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Hi Patricia and Mysticmog, here is the website
www.familysearch.org
you can choose the 1881 census from the drop down menu by clicking on Search For Ancestors, then click on Census on the left. Good luck, Sue
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Oh sorry Margaret, I`ve just repeated more or less what you said :-[
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Ooohh Margaret, must have been really touching to see that grave...I've got an obscure family name and in theory it shouldnt be hard to trace, in fact I met an air hostess on my way to Spain with the same name! But can I trace my lineage, can I ....
Will try the site, thanks v much to you and SueT
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That's ok Sue,it's the adrenalin going!!
I WAS on my way to bed!! But the thought of all those ancient relatives will just keep me awake now!! ;D
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Have you ever tried freebmd Margaret? That`s a good site as well but it gets very busy >:(
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Thanks Margaret and Sue - will give a whirl and let you know how I get on....Pat
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Margaret
I don't believe it, are you interested in genealogy? I have not read all the messages yet? Guess what I did for 15 years. I was secretary of the local Family History society. Now I will go back and read all the messages about this subject. I can help anyone interested in tracing their family tree in Scotland, not England.
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I feel like a found a penny and lost a pound Carol. Was all excited for a mo there, but sadly family appear to be from England, Wales, Ireland, Jamaica but sadly not Scotland - hey ho, bet there's loads of happy bunnies out there who will utilise your skills
What a great job though...
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I have been in the census to trace my Great Grandfather, according to them he does not exist!! My Mum was most upset ;D So bit stuck now...One set of Grandparents are Swiss, so not a lot of luck looking into them! I think our lot moved around quite a bit which makes it harder to find them :(
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Hi Mysticmog, try this site, it has loads of links and you may find some of them of use........... ;D
www.cyndislist.com
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Thanks SueT, have tried www.genesconnected.co.uk which was good for a start, but then got bogged down with Hughes - supposed there would be a lot about....will give your suggestion a go, ta muchly xxx
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Hi again Mysticmog, Cyndis list has a huge amount of links to sites all over the world and is well worth a look. There is a massive amount of information available! ::)
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I have the 1881 Census for Great Britain, but don't know how I could help anyone in the Shed. The sites you are all looking at are good. There is also a site called Genforum. You will see your surname being researched by all the people in the world (mostly American) but who knows you may pick up someone else researching your family. My advice is also to join your local Family History Society. You may find again that your family has been researched already.
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Thanks for that Carol, I`m not familiar with that site so I will check it out :)
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If anyone is interested the following sites are very useful if you want to buy census cd`s etc.
www.archivecdbooks.com
www.genealogysupplies.com
I have bought census discs from both sites and they are very good, but they also sell other software. :D