>From PeatBog, > > > > The subject thread of my posts clearly state "OT" Off Topic. You > > are free to view "OT" posts or not. > > I skimmed a few but have largely skipped them. The point is, > though, that vortex-b was created for ot posts. Why not use it?
You ask a reasonable question. My answer: As you may recall not too long ago a troll (someone who shall remain nameless) attached itself to the primary vortex-l group and began spewing disrespectful commentary combined with political vitriol towards the members. No one was spared his hatred and condemnation. He who shall remain nameless was eventually relegated to the vortex-b no-holds-barred group, where subscribers quickly got tired of his continued rants and quickly unsubscribed. It would do me very little to post in vortex-b where many I suspect continue to remain unsubscribed. In my experience, the Vort Collective is a tolerant and eclectic group of curious individuals who come from all walks of life, many whom are sincerely interested our planet's dwindling energy issues and how might we go about solving them. Whether we like it or not part of the solution is political in nature. In my experience, the Vort Collective continues to be managed by a benevolent and highly respected dictator, Bill Beaty, who continues to maintain what might be considered a low profile over his "subjects", subjects who occasionally get a little rambunctious in their posting predilections. (This includes me - guilty as charged.) If Mr. Beaty decides that my clearly designated "OT" off topic subject additions should not be posted in vortex-l I will certainly consider his reasoning. In the meantime, I continue to post to vortex-l with the subject thread prefixed with "OT" as Off Topic so as not to confuse anyone. Besides, and IMHO, this political subject is not entirely "off topic". I hope this gives a reasonable explanation as to my personal motivations. http://www.youtube.com/user/OrionworksVideos Regards, Steven Vincent Johnson www.OrionWorks.com www.zazzle.com/orionworks
