Cruiser,

Many Mudcat members have, at some time, thought something happened on Mudcat that, for us, was the last straw & have left or intended to leave. Many have also realized that, in addition to crap & drivel, there's still some great information & people on Mudcat & we have made the decision to remain. We read fewer threads, post less, & skip the posts of some members & guests assiduously, but still keep in regular touch. I disagree w/ your conclusion that discussing his dissatisfaction w/ Mudcat makes Jerry pretentious in any way. It seems clear that Jerry wasn't trying to make a grand exit, as some of us in our frustration have done. The only question is whether his name should have been mentioned in this thread at all. And, I don't fault jimmiet for that, either. He was frustrated that our forum might be losing a positive, intelligent, articulate, & talented member. I simply hope that Jerry, Art, & others of their ilk will realize that there is still something of value here & will choose to remain.

best,

bbc