Sticky Notes go blank

GregRocker--When I tried to follow your advice to restore before the last Reg. Mechanic, I found only "automatic restore points." I then checked and found only 1% space set for Sys Restore. I moved that to 50% (342GB). Is that adequate?
I'm not certain I understand about using the offline defragger on System files. I already have the paid Perfect Disc, set for Stealth Patrol, which automatically defrags, the current frag is 0%. Any reason for me to change?
My H-P Touchsmart 600 didn't come with a Repair CD, but I will make one according to the link. I've twice used System Restore to an earlier time, without problems.
I appreciate your patience. Len

In what ways is it better than the Sticky Notes that came with 7, please?

Jacee--Sounds good, will download.

GregRocker--I learned the "automatic restore points" were those set by Reg. Mechanic. Does 7 automatically establish restore points at specified times or events, as XP does? I will move the setting to 10% and see.
I'll download Auslogics, as you think it's better, and not use Reg Mechanic. I don't know what PD 11 is, and when I'd need to move because a partition won't shrink. I never ran into that problem with XP, do you think it's realistic to be concerned about it?
My files are backed up with Carbonite, which has successfully restored them several times. Could you please explain "repair install from desktop"?
Thanks again.

PD = Perfect Disk. No need to buy it since Auslogics is free. I only use it to help shrink stubborn partitions and then I use the free trial.

Read about a Repair Install here: Repair Install - Windows 7 Forums.URL

I already own Perfect Disk. I will download Auslogics if I run into the problem of a stubborn partition. Have you time to address these?:
Does 7 automatically establish restore points at specified times or events, as XP does?
Could you please explain "repair install from desktop"?
If you don't have time, I understand. You've spent a lot with me already, for which thanks.

I posted a link to the full tutorial for Repair install in my last post.

System Restore does set automatic restore points at certain intervals but someone else will need to explain exactly how this works.

I didn't realize it was the same. I've saved it. I don't need to know how System Restore establishes auto restore points, just that it does. I asked because in a 6-day period (before I increased sys rest space from 1%), the only points were those Reg Mech established (I was using it daily then.)
You've been a huge help. (I'm not that far away from Venice, in San Diego.)