I've spent much less time here over the past year solely because of big changes in my personal life, and I, too, use Facebook quite a lot these days. But I agree that a bulletin board like this one provides a unique venue for conversational exchanges (especially about jazz) that simply don't occur in most Facebook interaction. Not to mention the general intellect and civility of posters here; I really do hold this board and its members in high esteem and am grateful that Jim continues to maintain it. (And that Larry takes upon himself the unwelcome chore of moderating discussions, along with Weizen. Herr Weizen, it's been far too long! BTW, how's the doc doing these days? Not long ago I had a notion that he should record a punk-rock record and title it VIENNA CALLING.) Anyway, in the end it's just a cool place to spend some time chatting about jazz or what-have-you online with like-minded people. I remain quite grateful for that.