I wanted to take some time to think about this thread, and what it really says about the the genuine and caring nature of the user group here. You all really confirm what I knew of you, and your generous spirit. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
And - I am not turning you guys down.....just trying really hard to not make anyone feel they are obliged either.
I have asked the Dmin for his input on this, and we will talk about it more - probably after the holidays.
But, the real goal is traffic and usership. If we can generate growthof posting members, and drive traffic to the site with soem new things that we will be working on very soon - then the opportunity exists to sell banners to advertisers.
WE WILL NOT ever turn the site into a cluttered passle of billboards. But - having some sponsorship money to run the site, and perhaps stuff back for paying to do some regionalized gatherings is the goal.