Judy: I thought that your comment was most appropriate and did indeed state the obvious: Message boards are successful only when there is an recognition of the value of a two-way street. If our attitude is such that we participate only when there is a personal benefit to us, there will be very little accomplished. Of course, there will always be those who are looking for an opportunity to be offended and who respond inappropriately to those who are trying to be helpful. We all see that every day in whatever realm we work. However, I hope that you realize that there are those of us who did indeed appreciate your having pointed out that giving, as well as getting, is part of the grease that keeps the wheels turning. The sad part is that some will never experience the unexpected rewards that so often come back to us on these forums when we have offered help to others. You have my support as well as my extension of comfort for having been unfairly attacked. David Coppin ----- Original Message ----- From: "judy olsen" <copywriter@tesco.net> To: <cornish-gen@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thursday, March 04, 2010 4:37 AM Subject: [CORNISH-GEN] shan't bother next time Was: My Freethy Brick Wall > Took time from work schedule to post what I thought was a useful > general comment. > > Apparently it was not appreciated. I can do without abuse when I'm > trying to be helpful, so next time I shant bother.