In my opinion, FlyerTalk exists to facilitate the exchange of news related to flights/travels. But most importantly, it serves as a ready support group to those who need advise and help.

I am relatively new to FlyerTalk, and must admit that I have learnt and profited immensely from these discussions. As time goes by, I realise myself asking less, but answering more. See, things get boring and mundane here only if you exist on FlyerTalk for purposes of self-profiteering. But if you would just get across the other side, take on the role of a contributor, and be a giver and not a receiver, then a whole new world opens up to you. And that, IMHO, should be the aim of all in here.

Of course, some people register a nick, ask one question, get a thousand replies, and then leave for good. That's fine by me, because we're here to help and in so doing expect nothing in return. The difference is those single-post guys don't return and say, "Hey, this place is getting boring..."

FlyerTalk will remain very much alive and kicking as long as there are people who are willing to stay back and help the others who need a little push. And think of the number of events that have been organised at which FTers met up in cities across the globe, or packed their bags on mass mileage runs. FlyerTalk is hardly faceless, no, not when numerous friendships and understandings are consistently forged and nurtured through time. And trust me, a smile, a wink or a frown goes a long way to express what a thousand words cannot.

These are absolutely my own opinions and surely not a call to arms.

Cheers,
Maple

[This message has been edited by maple (edited 02-11-2001).]