> dear list: 
> my intentions were never to start a flame but again to simply express
> the fact that i've been missing the stimulating discussions of which
> Judy has been a major contributor.  The wonderful part . . . . . . .
>
> . . . .  I appreciate all your responses to my post.  I say let the
> photography (whether technical  or aesthetic) discussions begin again. 
> Please, the only rules could be the same ones I have for my students:
> respect each other, be polite, no condescending behaviors (didn't we learn
> this in kindergarten?) except yes,  we can talk to strangers. 
> Thanks, Janet
You've got my vote.  Sincerely, Art
Art Chakalis
Columbus, Ohio, USA