I felt a bit like Kendall, from reading the erudite posts.
Then I remembered a certain near-genius who couldn't keep his shoelaces tied... so I lurked a while..
Then I requested words, and got a reply immediately (I didn't thank him/her, but thanks now)..
Then I did a few tentative posts, when I was sure I was right...
Then I had some disagreements with other members, which inhibited me somewhat..
Then I replied to a troller (I'd never heard the term, but as an angler recognised the reference).. And enjoyed the barney..
Now I feel that the members here are a good bunch, and I feel as if I'm in a BIG community. And I miss MC when I can't get on.