well said JAB..Dulldan and I are new to all of this stuff..and find Hearme a lot like those campfire "sings"..and I am there, after all to hear you folks..I wouldn't be there if it was like school" ok now children its Mikeys turn..."NOt really knowing what things were like before I suppose I can't respond but I'm not at all offended or uncomfortable with the format or the people who participate.. I am however uncomfortable and offended by some of the comments which are showing up on the threads which seem to attack certain folks..THIS should not be happening...IF you don't like what you are hearing on Hearme leave..If you want to sing announce the fact hit F9 and go for it...KGH