A lot of us have to grown to be one big family. We care about this site, AND the people on it. Some we've met in person, some we've ridden with, some we've talked with on the phone, some we've texted with, and others we just know from this Forum (which is every bit as important).
I was a member first, then became a moderator (which I was doing last year so this isn't new to me). I cared so much for this site and it's members, that I wanted to help out (even with the abuse one gets by doing so). Edit, delete or lock something, and hear about. Don't edit, delete, or lock something, and hear about it from others (which most times comes in the form of PM's because the people don't want to get attacked by expressing their view in public).
The second most complained about thing I've heard is exactly as Darrin said, people bashing or picking fights. Instead of stating an opinion in a respectful manner, people resort to name calling, or "my Dad can beat up your Dad". You don't need profanity and belittling to make a point. This IS why we've lost some of the users who would try to help out (not just with tech info, but in other areas as well, like donating to people in their time of need, or being there with a shoulder, or organizing 4M rides in their area, or helping with advice on so much, or a number of other things). I've heard that right from many of them.
This price is fair. Heck, this is the equivalent the price of having a couple of beers/drinks, or eating out once, or going to a movie, etc. It's less than a tank of gas in your sled.
I believe in the future of this place. I find a lot of value in the changes that are coming about, and I sincerely believe they will be for the betterment of the SW community. I look forward to SW becoming even greater, and the continued friendships, as well as new ones. I am proud to be a member here!!
Sandy
