I'm mostly a lurker, but I certainly sense a change in the overall attitude here - but not only on the CO postings, but on many of the other forums as wel; maybe it's an underlying frustration produced from other causes. It seems that many FT Frequent Users harbor at least a low level of displeasure with their preferred programs, perhaps due to the difficulties in redemption along with ever new restrictions, changes and "enhancements." As at least one poster adds that things aren't as fun as they used to be - which is certainly right.

I think this underlying malaise tends to make many of us a bit "short" - especially when dealing with questions which we find ignorant, misguided, or inappropriate. That these questions come from relative new or inexperienced users should mitigate our remarks on the forums. Sadly, the search feature isn't always efficient, and the quickest way to basic knowledge may be to repost a query.

I'm a very long time frequent flyer, yet I am always pleased with the new information that I find on FlyerTalk. Nonetheless, even though I find new pearls evey day, there are times when I can't RE-find them when I need them. These forums exist to make our lives easier in dealing with our programs, and should not be an additional source of irritation to users.