* You can now upload your own picture to use as an avatar. Just go to "Your Info" under "Your Account" and scroll all the way down to the bottom to find the avatar selection area. The only limit is that the avatar cannot be any larger than 80x80 pixels and 8KB (8,192 bytes) in size.

* It is NOT necessary to register as a user in order to use this site. The only two areas that are restricted to registered users are the "Members List" and "Private Messages." Everything else is open to the public.

* When you first go into the downloads section make sure you click on "Cowan Clan United Newsletters Archive" to see the full list of all 8 volumes. The first page there only gives you a teaser of the first 2 volumes.

* Don't forget to look at the forums. In there you may share information with others.

* If you want to send a registered user a quick note then use the "Private Messages" feature. The next time that person logs on they will see that they have a new message waiting. If they are currently online when you send the message then they should see the new message right away.

* Web Links is a great place to share some of your favorite Cowan or genealogy links.

* Under Your Account (if you're a registered user) you can fill in information about yourself.

* And last but not least, please use the Feedback feature or email me directly at rick@cowanclanunited.com. It is only through this information that I will be able to better meet your needs. You can use the feedback for comments, suggestions, corrections, etc. Just please use it.