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[dirge]

When I first joined up, Dirge, you were the most welcoming person on the forum. Haven't noticed you that much recently... must be down to you not actively collecting... maybe it's down to me not actively collecting(?)!

Well, it's partly down to me not collecting, partly because I've stepped away from board staff reponsibilities (which means I don't need to read as many threads) and partly because I've met a significant other, so I'm spending less of my free time at home on my own

I dunno, I also enjoy the general things in the forum... these are the type of things that are general to most of the forums I post (or lurk) on. Of course it is enjoyable to hear people's view on things, especially when you have some idea of their individual personalities.

Yeah I enjoy the discussions as well - even if I participate slightly less. TBH I don't read many of the sales posts, though I do follow sightings. I do enjoy seeing different POVs as well, and I must say yours is one which stands out quite a bit.

I have a lot of time for griffin. I worked a similar job to him, at a supermarket (Safeway) distribution centre, and know how demanding his employment is. He is generous with his knowledge and makes repeated efforts to be fair and even handed. It is just a shame that the actions of a few effect the way he is able to operate this website.

Yeah I can back that up, having been a moderator here. It's not _what_ stance people take rather how they choose to present their stance here that causes friction. Case in point is your aversion to fan meets. You're clearly quite happy to let others enjoy them, and just steer clear - rather than try to impose your own POV on everyone else. That sort of tolerance to difference of opinion saves griffin (and co) a lot of work

As for the morals thing, it's not so much about what people do, but how/if they publicise it.