Thanks everyone for the feedback.

I'm one that likes a good debate on issues with which I have knowledge...a good die hard debate...lol. It's just not everyone's cup of tea and I understand that. I think conflicting opinion, thoughts, and knowledge is actually what makes a good conversation...one where we can gain something from.

Some like debate, some like just positive contribution sticking to the facts, and some even like a good argument. Most don't enjoy "mud-slinging" though.

We have to find that middle road knowing that we can't be everything to everyone but try to make it as comfortable as possible for the whole.

I know, speaking personally, I can get really involved emotion-wise when the topic is something I'm passionate about, and in my experience, that's where the hurts and upsets can occur...due to a passion...something great to have.

So, with many who are passionate about their very lives, I think we'll figure out a way to making posting more comfortable for the whole of the forum, if not for every like or taste.

Also, it's not an "ugly" act to use ignore on occasion. There were times that I'd sign on and think, "Ugh, I can't deal with so and so today. I can barely tolerate them on a good day." Ignore isn't a forever thing...but to use as we need. Just another suggestion, and one that the whole can benefit from at times by not having to read upset.

KD