Check out peaces response to the lurker in the boberts apology thread.
Situation diffused -> resume conversation. Total class!
I would have dealt with it differently but only because I am much less mature and sensible than peace and would find the lure of chewing somebody up and spitting them out irresistable. The more they tried to compete with me the more my creative juices would start to flow and the more I would begin to enjoy it.
Problem with that approach is that it is unpleasant for everyone else.
Thankfully there are many here who, like peace, choose the more considerate and effective option so I only have to hold back for a short time before the situation is resolved in my absence.
Beyond that, sticks and stones may break my bones ... etc ... and freedom of speech has to be fundamental.