To JFM, Slacktide, and Kevin B:

I just now logged back on and have read Slack's and Kevin's response to my teasing JFM.

I was seriously just kidding and trying to turn the nastiness level down with some good natured, well-intentioned joking, hence my use of the smiley faces. I meant no offense whatsoever!

To those of you who took that as mean-spirited or harsh, or rude, or out of line, I sincerely apologize.

More importantly, JFM, if YOU took offense at that, and took it as intentionally hurtful or out of bounds, I likewise sincerely apologize. Your link to the poll left the opening and I couldn't resist the temptation to knock it out of the park. It was not done in any hurtful or mean-spirited way, or to offend you. It was just a joke.

I actually thought for a minute there that you and I might be reaching a point where we could have a little fun with one another and not take it personally, not take offense, and lighten up a bit. I would never dish out anything I wasn't willing to take myself. I sincerely meant no harm, offense, or embarrassment to anyone. If that is the case I am truly sorry.

I will now edit that post and delete the offending remark in question. I again apologize if I crossed some line. I really only meant that in jest, and to lighten up the tension which has built between us during this discussion. Again, I apologize if it was not taken in the spirit in which I intended it.

John, I am sorry.

Sincerely,

Jim