[Rhodes22-list] Open letter to "da list" and an Open Reply...

[Tootle]

You would think that those who can type so much in the Message part could
correctly type a few words in the subject line?

Maybe Michael M could program it so that it has to be a new or modified
subject to post?

Maybe we should have a 100 word limit on posts?

Ed K
Greenville, SC, USA
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R22MikeW wrote:
> 
> 
> To the Rhodie list,
> 
> My reason for joining "da list" and staying on for nearly two years has
> been that the list generates interesting conversations about life
> (sailing, political, book reviews, etc.) by a great diversity of people
> whose only common thread is that they have been touched by the Rhodes 22
> sailboat.  Some are owners, some have owned and some are looking to
> acquire their first Rhodes 22.  Interestingly, there is no requirement
> that members have any association with sailing.
> 
> Some of the "sailing only" types have attempted to rid the list of
> discussions not pertaining to sailing.  While quoting the list charter
> clearly shows that most all topics are acceptable and breathes life into
> the list, I can understand why some would like to simply talk about
> sailing.  For those, I renew the request that we change the subject line
> appropriately so that filters can remove unwanted discussions.  If we want
> folks like BigAl to participate,and I do, we must be more diligent about
> the subject line modifiers.  I appreciate all of the contributions and do
> not want to send anyone to another list.  On the other hand, I do not wish
> to be told to "Stay off our mailing list place" either (unless maybe by
> MJM.)
> 
> Finally, some discussions of late have gone well beyond the point of a
> "gentlemanly discussion" or even providing information (yes,
> unfortunately, I participated in at least one.)  I find that the level of
> frustration and personal abuse has increased dramatically for several
> members recently.  I think that it is great to have a lively discussion
> about sailing or politics (factual or otherwise) but name calling never
> works.  I would ask that the personal attacks be limited since they do
> nothing except to inflame and inflict injury.  It seems, from some of the
> comments, that it has gotten so bad that MJM needed to step in.
> 
> Since I joined the list, I have met several Rhodies, participated in
> restoration of, launch of or just assisted with their R22's and I am
> certain that many other members have as well. It has been rewarding and
> just plain fun.  I think that it's great that plans for Rhodie parties are
> made and look forward to meeting and sailing with many of you.  The last
> thing that any Rhodie could possibly want would be to alienate a list
> member through bullying.  It just doesn't make sense to me.
> 
> THINK about what you are saying and WHY before you hit the send button and
> please keep the subject line accurate for the benefit of those who want to
> limit their reading material.
> 
> Mike
> s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
> Nissequogue River, NY
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