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Nothing can make me smile like looking at this man does. Even in the worst of times, I just can't look at him and not smile, even if it's only with my heart. I loved this part. A heart really can smile.

keepingfaith I thought your daughter's story was adorable. Perfect for this. Go for it.

I was going to say "Jinx"! Do you remember that old kid thing or are you still a kid? By my terms these days, anyone still with their natural hair color is a kid. hee.

Well, if you are sick so am I, cuz I got the same little thrill just from seeing his name. I have it bad.

Me too! And now off to work which is definitely not my favorite. ( or is it favourite? waves to canuck)

You are probably right about this. Especially since I don't understand half of it anyway. I wouldn't know a back channel if it bit me in the butt. Sorry I used the "bad fan" term. Bad choice.

Throwing in my two cents about a few recent topics AI Rewind -I think current AI is rather boring, but I loved loved loved AI2 so I am delighted with Clay's involvement as the narrator and that we know it is a substantial role. I will be downloading my little heart out on that good quality super secret clack. Roger- Change is often good, often bad. I have no super strong feeling about him, but he hasn't impressed me so I hope for good change. Rather blase' opinion huh? Chexxxy- I read there, I read here. That make me a bad fan? I just like to know what is going on. I like to be informed so I can form my own opinions. I am nobody's mindless follower. Seems that everyone has their opinion of what is right thing and what is the wrong thing to be a "good fan". Personally, I don't think there is one right or wrong way. I am a fan for the voice, the laughs, the friends, and the man who impresses me with his heart and tugs at my heart.

Adding my thoughts and prayers too Caro.

JennaZ, gareem and I had a Clay talking, smutting, ooohing aaaahing, fun old dinner the other night. On topic, we shared this amazing dessert that had the word chocolate in the description four freaking times. Our kind of dessert. Sorry Clay sweetie- you are missing out big time. Thank you for your consideration today. :F_05BL17blowkiss:

I have not responded, although I have continued to read, because I thought Couch Tomato told me not to. However, since so many of you gave your opinion and I feel I started the whole thing, I do feel I have a right to say something too. If anyone thought that I was being judgemental about Claygasm herself, I apologize. I thought I was asking a clarification of rules. And I thought I asked it very politely. If that was not the perception by some of you, again I apologize. On the one hand, I found it impressive that the "old time posters" seemed to "circle the wagons" around their friend whom they understood from past experience. However, as a newbie and an outsider, it was a tad uncomfortable being on the outside of that circle. To be clear, I didn't feel trashed, just on the outside. I wonder if any of you can see that perspective? I really see how this huge quick growth could be problematic for this board. I personally thought the discussion that followed my question was quite adult and respectful. Lots of different opinions were given. Although I don't agree with your response, Couch Tomato, I will respect it. I won't question again. Only 11 posts and I already "stirred the turd". I tried to think through this post very carefully. I think I did alright. Hope it is taken as intended.

Can I ask a newbie question and risk pissing off some folks? Why is it ok to call Clay a jerk? Is that not disrespectful? Apparently not, so I am having trouble figuring out what the lines are here. I know several of you came here to avoid what you felt was disrespect to Clay elsewhere so I am really confused.

I would say "and the Hole in the ground gets deeper and deeper". I thought that was a poor response. Apparently she feels that an authorization of 1 when 3 are involved, and 1 of the 3 hasn't returned your calls in two months is justified. Doesn't work for me. Otherwise, I basically could care less. But since she put it out there for all to see so I don't see why I can't give my opinion.

I remember someone was upset about a part in the Classics that she felt was objectionable Someone suggested she leave during that part to make her point known. All I could think is " she better not be crawling over me, cuz I'll trip er!" I don't have a problem with the objection per se, everyone's sensitivites are different, but to leave just causes a problem for someone else and is rude. How about just closing your eyes? Whatever. PS Why does my homeboard show up and no one else's does? I just answered the My Control questions- I tried to delete it and it won't let me.

This seemed to sum up the OTT reactions to me very well. What absolutely fascinates me and actually disappoints me is the almost complete lack of chagrin or admitting feeling foolish for so over reacting. Let alone having the grace to apologize. I only saw that from a very few people. I know that some say that the internet gives you anonymity and therefore people are freer to vent. I don't know about you all, but I value my screen name. I don't want to post anything under my screen name that I would be ashamed of saying later. Sometimes I have screwed up ( mostly with bad humor) but I try to make it right. I see others doing that too and that is who I have come to respect in this fandom. I don't expect Clay or any of the fans to be perfect. I just don't understand the lack of grace to recognize that possibly they made a mistake. Someone here mentioned " where were our leaders" in all this. Frankly, I am tired of some being the "leaders" That implies that I might want to follow and that isn't me. Lastly, even though the last two days were a huge disappointment to me, I will not forget the wonderful side of this fandom. It is what keeps me on the boards. There is a tremendous amount of love and generosity in the online fandom. I hear of examples every day. And that brings a warmth to my heart.

Pass the bullets. I have to rein myself in because I so wanted to tell some people that instead of the thank you thank you , they really should be saying sorry sorry. Seems I am not alone in that.

Would someone please point me in the right direction for this Crooner CD? I must have missed this somehow? Is it internet order only? Thanks www.cduniverse.com Thank you.

Would someone please point me in the right direction for this Crooner CD? I must have missed this somehow? Is it internet order only? Thanks

What a lovely place this is. Just wanted to tell you all that. :F_05BL17blowkiss:

Well, I am one of the 92 newbies enjoying this fun site. muski, so sorry about your skunk. After reading your story, living in LA has a new good thing- no skunks. Well. not the animal type anyway, - my college son's car ( which is now mine) got egged again last night. Me thinks he has pissed off someone before he left for school. Bummer.

First posts are kinda scary. Thank you for telling me about your board couchie I really enjoyed spending our fabulous day in 5th grade with you. You are a hoot!