Regarding the Modern Ferret issue, I can see both sides.I am the owner of a home based internet business designing, printing, & producing ferret t-shirts AND I spend 12 hours a day running my storefront printing business.I have also battled a long term illness, so I can sympathize with the Sheffermans.I can easily imagine what a huge undertaking it must be to produce a publication of this calibre, and the stress that goes along with it.However, when you make the decision to start a business you have an obligation to produce a quality product(or service) in a timely manner, otherwise you will lose business or go completely out of business. A wise businessperson will have a backup plan in the event of unforseen illness or accident.Good communication with subscribers in difficult times is also important. I have subscribed to Modern Ferret since the first issue and to be honest it seems like more issues have been late than on time.Over the years, I did not get all of the issues I paid for. I am sympathetic, but this gets old after awhile.Last year I decided not to renew my subscription.I can understand when an emergency arises from time to time, but when it continues over a period of years, its just not a good way of doing business. It is unfortunate that they have encountered so many problems. Modern Ferret is a wonderful magazine, which reflects a wealth of talent and creatively. Hopefully they will be able to overcome their difficulties and turn things around in the future.In the meantime, it seems reasonable that some will choose to cancel their subscriptions and they should be offered a refund . [Posted in FML issue 3735]