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How do I change the default email client from Thunderbird to Gmail in FF 3.6.17?

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Using Mac, OS 10.6.7 and Firefox 3.6.17 When I click on an email address link, Thunderbird launches, but I want always to use Gmail. How do I change the email client from Thunderbird to Gmail?

Using Mac, OS 10.6.7 and Firefox 3.6.17 When I click on an email address link, Thunderbird launches, but I want always to use Gmail. How do I change the email client from Thunderbird to Gmail?

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See the section on setting Firefox's mail client at https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Changing+the+e-mail+program+used+by+Firefox

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THANK YOU SO MUCH, Tony! I knew it had to be pretty simple...I just couldn't find the exact location to make the change. Now done. What a relief!!!