[katezbox]

Originally Posted by tony

I would really hope we don't ignore any newcomer especially. I think we all remember when we were newcomers.

Honestly, though, I don't think I have ever seen anybody ignored here when he or she asked a question.

Suggesting the thread search is not a bad thing, for certain. The wording should be careful and impart a welcoming tone, not a "we've talked about that before. go look."

I hope I explained what I mean, and did it nicely. Without being able to wave my hands around, and raise my eyebrows, it is hard to make it clear.

Tony,

You are right (IMHO) that the 'tone" (no pun intended) is important. When a new thread is initiated I think folks reply, but when, in the middle of a thread someone asks a not totally related question, people do not always reply.

Newbies are important to keep the forum fresh - but I think many of the "seniors" may drift away if the same topics keep being raised when there is really nothing new to say about them.

k

PS - I was a newbie not too long ago - and this is the first forum I ever posted on. People made me feel welcome.