Lost access to iphoto library

I am not able to access my iphoto library and when I try to restore it using Time Machine, I get the message The operation can’t be completed because you don’t have permission to access “iPhoto Library” about 80% through the restoration.Loss of access to my iphoto library

I talked with apple support and they helped me solve the program by locating my iphoto library in a time machine backup and then replacing the corrupted iphoto library with the old version.  The trick was locating it under the Users file then my account. This worked when replacing it with an older version under Pictures had been a frustration and a failure.  I also had to reload iphoto at a point before the latest upgrade.  The last upgrade may not work unless you are using Lion.  I wasn't ready for Lion on this particular computer because I am still using some Rosetta Aps. 
Toby

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