Well now, it could very well be that a "lecture" is exactly what is needed in this instance? Clearly something should be said and I think that, for the most part, Ron, JD and Darth said it.

What on earth is wrong with you guys??? Look, I know there have been moments when we have been less than our best. Happens to everyone. Why in the world would otherwise intelligent, caring people become so vicious?? There have been "personal" moments for just about every member of this Board, myself included. I have read PMs that have saddened me, confused me and angered me. I know that there have been some "in-fights" that have really boiled down to misunderstanding.

I have always promoted "family" here. That is what I stand for and what I insist upon from all regular members. All families argue. This is NOT "Leave it to Beaver". Having said this, I still expect a level of maturity and decency from everyone. Now, does that mean I always get it? Of course not. I am just one guy. I have NO control over ANY of you. I will say this, you know I am right. In your hearts, you know that what I am saying is right. 

My sisters, please look inside yourselves. You know the truth about YOU. You cannot see inside another and, therefore, you must take each other at face value. Trust. As difficult as it may be, you must have trust in one another or there is NO way you can be a part of a family! Same goes for the guys! We are brothers here and, as such, we must have a level of trust. I am not asking that we all exchange bank account numbers...I am asking that we all care.