On another forum I read a very interesting comment from Guy Etchells
LINK that prompted me to write this.
Thank you sincerely to those of you who have allowed me into your family trees to research.
Every brick wall I have met in my own tree has disillusioned me but I have found renewed encouragement when I uncover some piece of information that someone else is looking for.
Thank you for the eye opening introductions to spellings (most recently Cristifore I would never have thought of!); the sharing of where you've looked and failed; what's free out there and what's not such good value; in fact for all I've learned in the searching.
So sincerely to all those of you who asked for help - thank you for the experience I gained looking for you and to all those who have helped me, thank you for the information, guidance and time taken.
It's not happy people who are thankful; it is thankful people who are happy! 
