In Lion, how do I access a user library in a backup?

I am trying to retrieve an iPad backup, but Apple hid the user library not only in my account, but also in my backups! How do I get to my library in a backup? I already know how to get it to show in my active account(option+click "Go"), I just want one of my backups for my iPad prior to the IOS 5 update.

Bring up the Library in your active account with the Option click Go method you already know.  Then click the Time Machine icon.  You should have a Finder window open to Library with the backups behind.
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Captfred

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