Thanks for answering my questions.

I agree that it is not a good thing to try to stir up arguments and create situations in which people are encouraged to exhibit negative qualities. That is why I do not do it.

You are unhappy with Mudcat and "Phantom Lurker" has become a focus for that unhappiness. I am sorry that Mudcat is no longer exactly what you wish it to be, but it is not my fault.

You really don't know who I am. Honest. It is literally impossible for you to know who I am. The patterns you think you see are not there. The only interactions I have had with "CarolC" are as "Phantom Lurker." I don't post nearly as much as you think I do.

Max can eliminate "Guest" postings at any time. He will probably do so if he ever decides that allowing "Guest" postings is producing more harm than benefit. This is a great forum. I love it. If Max changes the rules I'll not leave in a fit of pique. I'll take a cab.