it indeed has been gusty, through the years, but most my friends are here i keep contact with, i find to much spam and other java un needed on other websites i agree anybody here can discuss whatever, as long no one is hurting each other, STEVE Does A great job, by keeping the spammers out, i myself have had a time this year, i was banned, because of my ingorants yelling at everybody.....and i missed my friends here, most of all, i agree with you Teri most of the older members our busy busy, me being one of theme, but I have Decided to stay, with us all.......aside from preaching i use the forum to post lyrics for other bands and stuff, because of less traffic, and spam , PEACE BE WITH YOU, my friend, .....