Adding data during runtime

Hello All,

I'm having trouble in the setting up of the following;

Say for example you have a list of names /numbers that you want to add to an existing list of names /numbers. But you want to add them during runtime. Once added they should be
there the next time you open the program.

I know you can do a List1.additem " John, Doe" under the form you are working with. but .....

How can I now add names to store with the above? perhaps
a "add button" that adds the name and then saves it.

Where would it save it to?
How can I program to save there?

I have tried several ways to do this, still I'm having issues because of lack of experience with VB.

I not looking for GUI directions, but code of how this could be done would be greatly appreciated.

Can some one point me in the right direction please?

Thxs in Advance!