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I was the originator of the Corinna memorial thread; I saw your post, which included references to other members who had gone, and I didn't have a problem with it. I also didn't see any adverse responses, but maybe they were gone before I saw them. Remembrances of those gone before is a matter of respect and caring; shouldn't be taken any other way.

As far as the fighting in posts - yes, it has gotten mean. I avoid many of the threads in the dog house for that reason, but, as I've said elsewhere, it is the nature of the beast. You put out controversial topics, you're going to get some "disagreements" that turn ugly, unfortunately. I do not comment on these threads for many reasons, not the least of which is that I'll probably be called out, and I am one who DOES back down from a fight. I don't like fights.

I, too, enjoy your posts in the Cat section and have a good time with Edwina and Eddie on the Catmobile trips! . That's where I'm most comfortable, and it's what I love about PT - the Cat sections and Thursdays, mostly, as well as the people I've met (virtually and in reality). I do venture elsewhere, but only pleasant places. It may sound a bit Pollyanna - ish, but I deal with enough controversy in day to day life. I don't come here for it.

I'm looking forward to chatting with you, among others, in the days to come. I hope you feel the same.

Maggie