CheriS wrote: "...it is getting so that many of us do not want to post or respond to medical issues on this forum due to all the static on here...."



I have been lurking and posting the occasional response (mostly "what a great looking dragon!" ) because the forum has gotten so antagonistic lately. It used to be a fun place to discuss issues (whether we agree or not), get advice (that you are free to take or leave), and share interesting stories about our beardies. But now you get attacked for saying anything. I have enough stress in my job working with at risk teenagers, that in my free time I do not want to be attacked or feel like I have to attack back (something I have resorted to in the past and am ashamed of.)



One of my favorite conversations on this board was with azteclizard and grimdog, where we discussed UVB and vitamin D3 toxicity. We did not completely agree, but I think we all learned something from each other's input and definately went away with food for thought. I never felt attacked or challenged and I have the upmost respect for both of them.



Sorry this is so long, but I really feel like I have lost something lately with the current "vibe" on the forum.

(BTW, this is NOT directed at anyone in particular. Just a general statement about the recent forum style.)
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Stacey

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• mysterious skin condition? - the nerve, Sat Mar 13 15:27:05 2004
• oh by the way - the nerve, Sat Mar 13 15:28:00 2004
• Yes vet checkup needed...CheriS has more info (thats your cue! lol) more - dmlove, Sat Mar 13 16:53:29 2004
• OK... I've got pictures now... - the nerve, Sat Mar 13 18:15:41 2004
• picture of his side - the nerve, Sat Mar 13 18:16:38 2004
• now that doesnt look too good... - rjharper, Sat Mar 13 18:50:43 2004
• Either fungal or a serious bacterial dermal infection, (more) - CheriS, Sat Mar 13 19:14:06 2004
• thanks so much! more... - the nerve, Sat Mar 13 20:02:22 2004
• You got it right - CheriS, Sat Mar 13 21:44:52 2004
• Thanks for the clue Is it getting so that many of us do not want to - CheriS, Sun Mar 14 06:51:27 2004
• That is why I am a ghost around here anymore .... - RaderRVT, Sun Mar 14 16:52:26 2004
• RE: That is why I am a ghost around here anymore .... - beginnersbasics, Sun Mar 14 17:41:15 2004
• RE: Are you a friendly GHOST ? LMAO - PHEve, Sun Mar 14 20:06:49 2004
• RE: Are you a friendly GHOST ? LMAO - RaderRVT, Sun Mar 14 22:42:38 2004
• RE:Sure glad your NOT scarey ! LOL - PHEve, Sun Mar 14 23:33:23 2004
• Thanks Stacey... - azteclizard, Mon Mar 15 09:49:37 2004
• RE: But thanks from a new person! - pepe15, Mon Mar 15 19:24:32 2004