Ditto, Aine. Thank you for putting it so well.

Paul, I did not find Art's too personally rude to anyone specifically, while yours was a specific attack on him. You did specifically tell him to "get out" if he didn't like it. Considering his history here and his history as a well-loved folk artist, that was rude.

And, just to be clear, there is no way in hell I would EVER compare Art to Gargoyle. Art has comported himself on here with predictable grace, caustic humour, vast knowledge, and a lifetime of experince he is constantly willing to share. GG doesn't even come close.

As a person with a disablity, I also find your example of the party to be mean and childish. Art has made no secret of his being pretty much housebound due to MS. Art, I apoligise to you, here, for making this an issue, because I know YOU don't, but Paul, I found this example to be thoughtless and hurtful to anyone who isn't able to circulate much due to physical limitations.

kat