Mike, I haven't been around much the last few months. Like you, I got tired of the hassle and back-biting. I felt I had / have little to give and often was ostracised when I did try to help. I make mistakes, but I tried to help. Made errors in judgement, too. So be it. If I can't be a part of the solution, then I will not be a part of the problem. I have quietly backed away. So have several others who are friends of mine.

You, my friend, are most needed here. You have the expertise that is needed to maintain the quality of assistance that lies within this forum. You have angered me several times over the years, but that was my fault. Thin skin and all that "rah, rah, rah!" I learned and that was paramount to me swallowing my pride and paying attention.

I ask you this, Mike! "Is leaving the forum really what you are all about?"

I personally don't think so. Take a break for awhile. Change of scenery thing. I hope you'll return refreshed for the next round. We have only one life to live, make yours count as you have in the past. Knowledge is meant to be shared.

Thanks for sharing yours, my friend!