kearly,
I think your rational for ceasing publication here is sound. I would have to concur with your perspective on the differences between message boards and blogs.
With regards to personal attacks, I'm certain many who visit here are reluctant to post. It certainly makes no sense to continue to invest time and thought into an endeavor that attracts personal attacks. That is especially true for someone with the obvious skill and experience you have clearly accumulated over the years.
I've enjoyed your "Random Thoughts™ threads". You have have developed a very good feel for the hierarchy of thought, language and detail that appeals to a general audience. It is to your credit.
Sadly, I had to do a search for "Fareed Zakaria" .... and I thank you for that. If Les Norton were here, he would probably point out that we need to do a better job of taking care of each other ....... and, he would be right.
As Les would say, take care my friend.
Jville
I think your rational for ceasing publication here is sound. I would have to concur with your perspective on the differences between message boards and blogs.
With regards to personal attacks, I'm certain many who visit here are reluctant to post. It certainly makes no sense to continue to invest time and thought into an endeavor that attracts personal attacks. That is especially true for someone with the obvious skill and experience you have clearly accumulated over the years.
I've enjoyed your "Random Thoughts™ threads". You have have developed a very good feel for the hierarchy of thought, language and detail that appeals to a general audience. It is to your credit.
Sadly, I had to do a search for "Fareed Zakaria" .... and I thank you for that. If Les Norton were here, he would probably point out that we need to do a better job of taking care of each other ....... and, he would be right.
As Les would say, take care my friend.
Jville