Quote Originally Posted by jerrymrc View Post
If the trading post is the only reason someone would join then I know the staff is unanimous in saying tough.

The trading post was an add-on for the members. It was never intended to be the draw for this site.

Missing the point. It's the exclusionary aspect of it. Don't think it can be said that newb's are the only ones not following the rules, but that's the perception we are creating. From the perspective of an outsider looking in, that could be construed as elitism. I know this is not an elitist group, but perception can be reality. Put yourself in their shoes. Forget everything you know about this site and many of the fine members and ask yourself if you would want to join in.

I just think it's the wrong approach, but I've been wrong before & will most definitly be again. Just my 2 cents.