In article >, "jacqui{JB}"
> wrote:

> "Lucy" > wrote in message
(snip)
> > So.. to horribly chop up a Plato quote...
> > Let the poster post, and let the reader read!
> >
> > p.s. If it means so much to any individual here,
> > you are welcome to pay me to learn all the rules
> > and apply them with each post.
>
> I'd have to agree with another poster down-thread; your tone indicates
> bitchiness to me as well (note I'm not calling *you* a bitch, a
> distinction worth noting), and an unwillingness to learn. While I
> note that you say interpretation of tone says more about the reader
> ... well, I would just gently remind you that the onus of clear
> communication starts with the writer, not the reader. Usenet is a
> written medium, and we are therefore without the benefit of facial
> expression and body language to clarify your tone.
>
> As for the rules, there are very few for you to remember; if you
> follow along with how just about everyone else here posts (well, you
> could *snip* more than most people here ), you'll be fine.
>
> If you follow the guidelines,
> I guarantee it will make your entire Usenet experience much more
> pleasant.
> -j

Lunch and drinks are on me, Jacqui. I might even fly over for it!
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performance at New York, New York, January 10, 2005.