That is just way too melodramatic. FT'ers are some of the most generous people I have never met...more generous that people I consider 'friends' in my 'offline' life.
You have to look at this from our point of view...1st post, no email address, warm climate....what would YOU think!!!???
If you had been someone who we "knew" it would have been instantaneous...and likely overwhelming. If your friend is a regular here...have them come forward in the thread and let us know. Unfortunately on the Internet you have to be suspicious of everyone.
I believe (yet do not know) that my opinion would match manner others on this board regarding this thread.
Dorian