Re: This list - Its owner speaks

[opi@unesco.org]

    This was very eloquently stated! Humorous but effective analogies etc. It is
true we often take for granted the maintenance of this pro bono Celts discussion
forum. I don't know how I'd live without it. I wish that was an exaggeration,
but unfortunately it isn't.  :-)

Viva El Celts list! Bill Cooper and all y'all.

Joe

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"Paul M. Moriarty" wrote:

> There's been a lot of discussion over what is or is not OK on this list.
> There also seems to be some confusion as to whether or not this is a public
> forum.  Let me try to clarify.
>
> First, to be heavy-handed about it, this list is owned by me.  I own the
> server, I pay for the bandwidth, I deal with all of the bs when things
> break, etc...  For this, I receive the whopping sum of $0.00.  Note, this is
> not a request for financial assistance.
>
> I liken this list to inviting you to a party in my home.  You are my guest,
> there is no birthright which gains you admission.  As long as you behave
> like a good guest, I don't care much what you do as long as you're having a
> good time.  However, just because I am out of the room or have made a run to
> the store for more ice and snacks, you do not have the right to vomit on my
> carpet, insult my family, or otherwise trash the place.
>
> When I assumed control of this list back in '94, this was a fun place.  Yes,
> there was the occasional Laker troll, but they were dealt with promptly.
>
> For some time now, this list has had an undercurrent of factionalism and
> petty feuds.  I am writing today to say that this must stop.  Disagreements
> are expected, but I expect them to be resolved in a respectful manner.  To
> go back to the party analogy, if you cannot resolve your differences
> respectfully, take it outside.  If you cannot find your way outside, I
> will be happy to direct you... mind you, you may find the door locked to you
> afterwards.
>
> If the petty bullshit continues, perhaps it is time to consider handing the
> list over to someone else.  I don't need the aggravation.
>
> Regards,
>
> --
> Paul M. Moriarty
> Maintainer, The Boston Celtics Mailing List