[QUOTE=Iron_Eagle_76;1116097]I usually do not like banning, simply because we all have many differences of opinion and this is how learning is accomplished. That being said, personal attacks and other such vile should not be tolerated. I enjoyed reading Lucas's posts and wish that he would not leave here, but I also don't blame him. This place had gotten out of hand and pretty ******ing stupid as of late and I find myself coming here less and less.QUOTE]
I agree, but I wouldn't give up on this place yet. The flavor changes from time to time. I lurked here for a long time before becoming a member; even when it was relatively peaceful I had some concerns. I believe in the value of gentlemanly public behavior and this is a public forum. I finally decided that the exchange of information was too valuable to ignore and I've "met" quite a few here who really inspire me.
My strategy is to try to ignore the horrible stuff and try to keep the threads going that offer some intelligent commentary.
"Look, I'm only doing me job. I have to show you how to defend yourself against fresh fruit."
For it breeds great perfection, if the practise be harder then the use. Sir Francis Bacon
the world has a surplus of self centered sh1twh0res, so anyone who extends compassion to a stranger with sincerity is alright in my book. also people who fondle road kill. those guys is ok too. GunnedDownAtrocity