Yikes, this is a tough crowd. Two current members warned me that these forums could become quite heated before I joined. After reading many posts, I would have to agree that things frequently get out of hand. Old and new members should be treated with equal respect. Making an issue out of someone's spelling or grammar is unacceptable. Posts that threaten, "no one will ever sell you a puppy here" smack of black listing. A lot of folks seem to be rather close-minded with their own agendas. Once you've closed your mind, you've quit learning! I am open to different ideas and not afraid to admit when I'm wrong. Some of us are very knowledgeable members of this community, who have much to contribute, but aren't very diplomatic in the way we present ourselves and respond to others. This makes me very sad. I think we can all do better. I'll do my best. DISCLAIMER: This is a general observation and not a critique of any specific individuals.
Sincerely,
DJ |