Fionn: I assure you, and all (including Kendall if he is not aware of it) that it was a very limber rubber stick. We have jibed each other from time to time over our different political beliefs. My remarks are intended as good fun only. I don't know Kendell, but feel to some degree that I do, because I have read his postings for over a year. I apologize for the thread creep, but felt that should be said.

As to membership, I wouldn't be opposed to it, but for reasons other than have been stated. I think a modest membership fee wouldn't be unreasonable simply to defray Max's cost for maintaining the site. Being totally dependent on contributions is a precarious position to be in. I do mean a modest fee, so that no one is excluded, including the Flamers. They might pay the fee just so the can get their jollies the way they seem to get it. The income would help the Cat though.

Can't afford it? The price of one or two Guinnesses in your local pub wouldn't be too much to ask for the information and (mostly) good fun available here at the Mudcat, would it?.

Just my opinion.

DougR