I'll start off with saying this whole topic has made me sit back and carefully consider everyone's viewpoints.

I'd like to apologize first for anyone that I might have offended. I have never meant to cause offense. I do realize that I have most likely been overzealous at times in my administration of the forums. I am of aware of that, and have been doing my best to not allow that to happen again. Barbara is an excellent teacher and I learn from her every time we speak.

There's not much else to say that hasn't been said previously in this thread by others - admins, mods & members alike. I think several members have had good ideas; ones that are worthy of attention.

That being said, I hope *all* of you will stick around and work with us (or just be patient, that's good too!) while we straighten out this situation and get things back on track.