David,

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>>Thanks to your util, the annoying part of my problem is history! That's a great idea. Seems like I've seen something like this before, time to check something out...
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>I think someone else posted a similar kind of program here a couple of weeks ago.
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MaxFrame Professional also has a very similar procedure. Your reply gave my brain a kick start, and I appreciate it. You know how it is sometimes, forest, trees...

>>So I guess that using the VD is really a crutch that isn't necessary except maybe to save some typing.
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>I use the VD to create editable parameterized views where it's just one child table or look-only views where an FK needs to get converted to a meaningful value. But about time a third table or multiple lookups in one table are needed it's just easier to code it.

This experience has helped me to understand exactly what the VD can be used for. I had not used it for anything other than simple stuff. Thanks for your insight.

Kendall