I have checked out Mel's site, GOOD!

But, us saying HI to newbies, and giving them both welcome mats, that of info to start with/from; and that of knowing a sense of who we are and get a handle on the 'Communities' dynamics' helps a person feel less intimidated.
I appreciate this aspect as when I first encountered boards, I was kind of brushed off as 'not being PN or not being purely Immune' I tried to just learn more about both, and I hope I've learned from all here and then some?

Also there are many boards out there that do little other than 'pat' each other on the back for having survived...due to their constrictions filter wise, they aren't as free to exchange medical, web, and other sites as we are able to do here. I exclude a few boards, those who have excellent support and true respect for others totally. Such places, including this one, are rare animals indeed! And, SEE? I too can get OT really quickly, but this IS something that must be said! - j