I think the point of the original post was missed. As a member, who probably won't renew, I understand what I believe was originally meant. The AFA may do a lot, but what they do seems so far away from me. All their activities are all on the east coast. So far the only benefit that I can even take advantage of is a discount for the up and coming AVMA seminar. I'm not saying that the AFA owes me anything, or my ferrets for that matter. But even if I were more active in the AFA I doubt I or anyone else, that's not in the Maryland area, would hold office. Basically what I've decided, as I imagine many have, rather than mess with the AFA I'll just be as active as I can in my local club. Just my thoughts..... Matthew Kozy Kingdom Internet Services - http://www.kozykingdom.com Run by Ferrets, Sugar Gliders, Dogs, Cats and, of course Humans, all doing their part! On ICQ @ Krazy Kritter 279754, shika 288572, &ICQ Ferrets Chat 3536527, and &ICQ Gliders Chat 4958985 [Posted in FML issue 2274]