Hi Richard, My family is from really all over, mostly from NC, VA. In the early and mid 1700's we were in VA. Today I have hundreds of family members living in NC. I have been in touch with some related along the line all the way to California. In the late 1700's to mid 1800's they were in KY. With such a unusual name and spelling, I think some how we would have to all be related some how.. Here is my E-mail address if you would like to exchange info.. Abshnort@cs.com. Thank you for responding. Look forward to hearing from you. Gail