Luckedog, I have spent some time on the wayback threads of this forum. The moderators used to let the discussions run a bit freer than they do now. It is kind of a shame, but I see the reasoning. Lowest common denominator...help the most people, instead of help people the most.
I think part of the problem is the media. On the net it seems it is easier to misunderstand than to understand. I'd love to have some of the conversations we have over a cuppa coffee, but these sort of conversations are really rare anywhere. I am grateful this forum is as good as it is.