> > I apologise for my ranting and raving to friends, but I really have had
a
> > bellyfull of the 'wannabees'.  Particularly when I hark back just twelve
> > months and consider how fortunate all of us were to meet one another  -
> and
> > the good effect that attending the NEDFest might have had on the lives
of
> > one or two of the 'control freaks' that want to direct internet diving
> > discussions.
> >
> > Strike
>
Well said both then and now.  Sadly, the internet is a place where
testosterone poisoning can run rampant.  It is generally hard to look
someone in the eye and call them an asshole.  A great way to get your lights
punched out if you are not careful.  OTOH, on the internet, their is a mask
of invisibility and anonymity that protects the 90 lb weakling striving to
be a bully or just to prove his/her manhood (yes, it works for women too -
though not nearly as often it seems.)

It takes the barroom brawl to a whole new level.

Testosterone poisoning is a terrible disease that cause the brain cells of
males to cease functioning.  You can help fight this dread killer of grey
matter!  Send small unmarked non-sequentially numbered bills (20s preferred)
to me!

CH