Erik-

>I hate to say it, but I think the VFP community has been a little slow embracing XML.

True enough. I'm starting to implement it...er...rather I'm starting to start, so will be asking remedial questions, I'm sure. Have planned to use the XML forum, tho'. I kinda like the idea of using the XML forum, though, just because we (VFP-ers) tend to be so insular.