Thank you so much for helping....
Recently, I upgraded from MSN Premium to Windows Live.
I think I figured out the problem - Windows Live has a Form Fill option in their Tool Bar. I went back to the candles page to try to add a candle again, I could not.
I then tried to clear the name section (it was automatically filled in with Debra), which I had done previously to put Mom in the name section..... that is when I noticed the Form Fill in the toolbar and checked that out - had to shut-off automatic fill in.... tried again and Mom has now been able to light a candle for Tammy...
Just wanted to let you know, in case someone else who has upgraded to Windows Live - has a problem lighting a candle too........