I sure agree; I've been talking about the Big Ugly Houses. I think it's because most people don't want to be outside; they want air conditioning and all activities to be inside. Good points about taxes and all. Thanks. Not sure what we should do about it, though...... mw --------------------------------------------------- Marge Wood woodm@nicanor.acu.edu (915) 674 2341 http://www.acu.edu/~woodm