I understand what you are saying, Kevin, but in my opinion, the N word has such negative connotations, that no matter the intent, it is a terrible word to utter and/or hear. I have friends who are of African descent and a white friend from down South; they all use it, the blacks maong themselves and the southerner to describe "ignorance", which she steadfastly says was the meaning of the word when and where she grew up in Louisiana. Personally, I find it offensive no matter the intent and wish people would never use it, again.

Thanks for clarifying your point, Kevin.

kat