well said, Kyle. i would hope that rumours (note pretentious English spelling) of this site's possible impending demise are, indeed, highly exaggerated. this is one of my absolute favorite and most important information sites - not just great DB stuff but the world outside my door and its facts, beliefs and points of view. from the opinions and articles posted by all of you clearly very intelligent (and usually civil) people, my world is considerably enlarged and enriched. and so i thank you.

NOW, TO BAGHDAD!

:)