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barry arnoldLeon, I think that you are quite right to note that it is natural for
things to ebb and flow.
Sometimes the escalation of volatility in threads brings high numbers for
the day(s). Sometimes not.
Sometimes purely fascinating research brings high numbers. Sometimes not.
I could go on.
In my opinion, the variety of topics (under the umbrella of preWWII cards)
offered is a major plus for the board, as long as civility permeates.
Superimposing my love for T206s onto this board and insisting on such a
reductionism, although always tempting, would ultimately yield a very isolated tributary of thought. The freedom, which Barry S. so eloquently
articulate,feels, and ascribes to, still offers the most fertile ground
for discovery and the expansion of insight and creativity. Social contracts governed by moderator(s) should inculcate sufficient civility
along our way. I believe that this is the case with this fine board.
all the best,
Barry