Yesterday Sukie wrote: >Join in! Think of such silly conversations as a swimming hole. Just >because some kids are already there doesn't mean that they won't approve >of your high board cannon ball entrance, or of you slyly sneaking into >the fun with a slick dockside dive. The more who play, the merrier! Couldn't agree more! I can't tell you how many times I have gotten a post from someone saying basically "I had something to say about, (fill in topic here) but I didn't post anything because I'm not a good writer like you." NUTS TO THAT! (Just no more Beer Nuts to Ping.) I don't write any differently than I talk. If you can talk, heck, if you can *think*, you can write. The real strength of the FML is that we have such a diversity of experience and knowledge in our membership. Heck, I'm a stay at home housewife with health problems and I have *plenty* to say. Some of it is funny, some of it is practical knowledge about taking care of our little four legged friends. I learned a *lot* of my practical knowledge just from reading the FML. I won't get more of it if YOU DON"T POST. You don't need a degree or a credential to post, don't need to have taken creative writing classes. Don't need to be one of the frequently read names, like mine, or Sukie's, or Wolfy's. This is a community, and if you are reading this, you are already a part of it. You are welcome, wanted, and your knowledge and experience and participation is valued. Waiting for a formal invitation? HERE IT IS. The FML needs YOU. Alexandra in MA [Posted in FML issue 5230]