Re: Friendly reminders

[Guest guest]

- just wanted to say that I am glad to have stumbled across this group.

Its great being to discuss our little CF babies as you don't really come across

CF in the wider society.

Thanks again

Sharon

Australia

tsmclaughlin@... wrote:

I just want to make a couple of friendly reminders as we enter this

new year. As the list owner, I don't want to be a tyrant or censor

what is posted here, but there have been a few cases lately that have

been brought to my attention. Most notably are long off-topic

conversations and overly religious posts.

I don't mind off topic posts at all. I want this to be a close knit

group where we can all feel free to share what's happening in our

lives. However, when we get sidetracked by one completely off topic

thread for more than a few posts, posts that need immediate attention

could get lost in the mix - especially if someone puts their question

in a reply without changing the subject line.

As for the overly religious posts, we need to keep in mind that while

a majority may practice Christianity, there are many members who do

not. It's one thing to say things are " in God's hands " or something

similar, but something entirely different to post something that might

be heard during a sermon. I want people to feel comfortable coming to

this list for support regardless of their spiritual or religious

background.

Again, I am not trying to step on anyone's toes or make anyone feel

bad. When people feel uncomfortable enough to email me privately

about these things, I do need to take them seriously. This is a

large, high traffic group that attracts people from many walks of

life. I am vrey proud to be part of something that has helped so many

people.

Thanks.