<<Don't worry Elizibeth, that's just the way Scotty is. Take him with a grain of salt. He likes to be pithy. He likes to set off reactionaries. Only play his game if you enjoy the banter. Otherwise, just let it slide. -jason>> I'd like to add that Scottie has a lot more to teach about 99% of the people (including me) on this list about writing than he has to learn...wouldn't kill us to listen, hm? :) Wonderful opportunity. Jim Rovira Check out "Up Against the Wall" for links to numerous literature and writing resources on the internet. http://members.aol.com/antiutopia/main.htm ___________________________________________________________________ Get the Internet just the way you want it. Free software, free e-mail, and free Internet access for a month! Try Juno Web: http://dl.www.juno.com/dynoget/tagj.