You are correct Hans, my mind is not thinking today. I will indeed let you know when I am coming to your homeland. I have been working on my family history since I was a youngster, that is a long time ago. I am back to 1300 in Italy and I am not sure how far in Germany. Have strong French, English and Irish also. Just a mixed up bunch of blood but it all seems to flow thru my viens with no trouble. Would be nice if the people in all of these countries could get along as well. I love traveling in these places and have always been treated just like I try to treat everyone. I guess smiles and an attempt to speak the language goes a long way in foriegn relations. I love Paris but moreso the South of France and of course Switzerland is one of my favorite places. I have been all over that country and would go again in a heartbeat. Why don't you fly in to San Antonio for RIV, you would have a great time, could see old friends and meet new ones, my passenger seat is open if you can come and join us.