Well, this is the only online group I've ever joined, and likely the only one I will join; one doesn't have unlimited time for such. Having been here only a short time, and personally knowing only 4-5 members, I feel generally very positive about it.

I'm not absolutely sure exactly what this thread is about. To the extent it consists of talking about how wonderful and unique and special our community or whatever is, I don't see too much point in such a discussion.

On the other hand, one very positive thing about Mudcat is the general level of courtesy and the existence of the unwritten "rules" GUEST Traddles seems to be defending. I appreciate the usual absence of flaming and the close eye the "regulars" keep on activity. And I respectfully submit that if indeed Mudcat is special or unique or whatever, that has a whole lot to do with the wisdom, courtesy and dedication of a few individuals --like Joe Offer and Pene Azul, to name some obvious names and not to slight others who I know less about.