Dear fellow FT members:

I have now been on FT for nearly three years. In that time I have met many current and former members, and have come to make close friends on the board. Indeed, when I get married later this year I am happy to say formerly only virtual friends will be present.

However, at times and in particular in the last week, I have posted comments I wish I had not posted, and seen to be needlessly attacking fellow members.

In no small part because of the advice of members whose opinion I respect, I have come to realize that I have gone too far on some issues of late.

And for this, I offer an unqualified apology to those I have directly or indirectly offended. No ifs, no buts, no nothing. Just an honest I'm sorry from SMessier (not to be confused with smeisser).

I expect we will continue to disagree on some things. However, I intend to do it within the boundaries of civil discussion, and simply agree to disagree when needed.

Until next time, a great weekend to everyone.