There are more good posts than not on this thread. Several in fact that are very thoughtful, and only a few that I would consider flippant, or appaling. Not a bad catch at all.

Actually, it seems as if Mudcat is a forum where difficult questions can be discussed, if someone whom people respect raises the question. It doesn't mean that the process of discussion is easy but there is a process.

I'm not sure I would have the courage to raise such a question but I certainly admire those who do, and who actually respond in kind to what is said.

I don't suppose there is a pub in Pittsburgh where folks hang out singing old steamboat songs? Guess I'll have to find another excuse to pay a visit. Or we could create another virtual pub!

Cheerily,
Charley Noble