So Rock, do you have any idea where members could peruse the rules? teasing...again.

I am sorry for Laurence, and a few other members who were regular SB users. I know it can feel like a punishment. It can be frustrating that some peoples actions can affect so many. But, as Barbara said, this is prevelant throughout life. I have experianced it more times than I can count. What I try to do is realize that it is a consequence...not really a punishment. There is a slight difference between the two. Maybe thinking that the SB is 'under renovation' rather than thinking it is taken away could help.

I personally miss the 'life' it gave to the forum. Real time chatting, even if I wasn't participating. But, it will be back

Yes, that's a perfect way to think of it. The SB is under renovation, and it will be better than ever when it's back.

Well, that's good to know! Now you've got us waiting impatiently to see the changes!

The Shout Box will look the same, but I'm hoping to add an extra "box" above it with a link to some brief guidelines.

That's great LadyC!! It'll just make our forums a better place.

WOW! I must've missed something. Sorry that ive been off for awhile. But anyways, I think its good that the SB will be remade. Its for the best. I didnt see the rulebreakers, but im guessing they were being disrespectful.

When I clicked on the site, I saw the shoutbox first.
It made me want to join, because it looked like the people chatting like... idk. It seemed like they all knew each other really well, even though they'd never met.
It made me want to be a part of it.

Really? I never thought of that sorry.

Good idea, Barbara!
And thanks to let us have an "extra shoutbox" during this time (and thanks to Jazzo for making it, look at page 4)

so, will there be a preview page for the SB showing a percentage of when it will be done?