realskiers

Hola All,
 
First of all, let me say a BIG thanks for the feedback and information. As I read and re-read posts in response to this question, and others I have posed, it reaffirmed what a valuable collective resource this forum, aka (you all) has been to me. I am duly impressed with the amount of insightful, objective and relevent information provided by those with a plethora of experience(s). The personal time offered, depth of reflection and civility inherent on this forum is perhaps what makes it unique and seperate from others. As a newer member, I just thought it warranted mention.

Byron:
On behalf of all of us, thanks very much for posting that.  And, of all the things you mentioned, I think the civility, the way we can treat each other with respect even when we have different opinions is the most important. Let us hope that it can remain that way.
And, while that civility may sometimes require some conscious restraint and not truly be "inherent" in us, it is definitely "apparent" and I appreciate that everyone strives to behave as such.
Jim