So are fewer people posting? Well I, for one, only post occasionally now, and returning for a quick look from time to time reinforces my decision. For the reason, you just have to look at some of the posts on this thread and others, particularly on BS, by the Mudcat lunatic fringe. I've never felt bullied – I'm more than capable of sticking-up for myself - but, much as I love a good 'discussion', I've realised that nothing you say on here is ever going to change anyone's opinion and will, instead, merely add to their onanistic lust for controversy. And, quite frankly, I've got better things to occupy me these days than pissing into the wind. Pity, really, because there are some good people around – I agree that Bruce, in particular, is a complete sweetie, but we can keep in touch directly now – and although I've made some real friends over the years, most of them no longer come around here anymore.

I'll continue to drop in occasionally and you may see me around t'internet now and again (I've a few projects on the go, mainly creative, environmental and poetic), either as theleveller or as my alter-ego, Pete Thompson.If you do stumble across me, say 'hi'.