Hi Gang,
Due to time constraints and other projects, Byard has not had available
the extra time needed to monitor the list lately and has asked that I
keep an eye on things for him. Because of my appreciation for Byard
and what he means to our list, I readily accepted. So, until further
notice, I will serve as VFB Moderator. You needn't think of me as the
List Enforcer, but I will step in, (off list so as not to embarass
anyone), if I think someone is taking advantage of the list, discussing
things that are way off topic, innapropriate, or beating a dead horse,
so to speak.
One thing I've noticed recently is the continuous back and forth
postings, by a few of the list members, of things that could have been
better handled OFF LIST or by going to the VFB Chat Room. That's why
Byard set it up to begin with. Same way with the Jokes that almost got
out of hand on the list until I offered to do the Joke for the Day,
which I have done for nearly 5 years now. Since then, very few jokes
appear on the VFB and they're most always fishing related. At last
count some 55 of you still receive and enjoy the JFTD and it prevents
further list clutter.
To be frank, it's a little aggravating to check my email and have to
delete a slew of VFB emails, all from the same group of people, going
back and forth, and back and forth. If you have something important
to say, by all means - say it. If you can help someone with a problem
pertaining to fly fishing / tying, please do so. If you have a fly
fishing / tying tip to pass along, do it. And if you need help, ask
for it. Just putting in your "2 cents worth or atta boy" when several
have already done it or responding to every vfb post is a waste of
bandwidth and triggers the delete key. Wishing each other happy
birthday, congrats on wedding anniversaries, birth of a child,
grandchild, or prayers for loved ones is an integral part of our list,
so please don't stop them. This thing we call the VFB is FAMILY and
as such, we take care of each other. More than once, caring VFB'ers
have been the source of much support, comfort and prayers during
difficult times for many of us. I know it certainly was for Jody when
she was battling breast cancer.
Byard has said all this before, but with me taking on the task of List
Moderator, I felt certain items needed to be revisited. Now, if I've
offended anyone, I'm truly sorry. That was not my purpose. I only
want one thing for the VFB and that's for all of us to feel "at home"
and for this to be the best fly fishing email list on the internet. I
sincerely hope nobody gets their feelings hurt and quits the list.
Also, if you have comments about anything above, please contact me OFF
LIST.
Best Regards,
JIMMY D
VFB MODERATOR
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Jimmy D. Moore - Scout Exec. BSA (Ret.), TOWA, TF&G Contributor, GRTU Past VP.
Past Pres. McGregor Rotary. Freelance Outdoor writer, humorist, half-assed Texan
and collector of classic bamboo fly rods and classic golf clubs.
For all your Fly Tying needs contact Byard Miller at Line's End Online Fly
Shop. Byard gives a 5% discount to all dues paying VFB members. Top quality
fly tying stuff at great prices and super great service. I speak from
experience. Take a look at Byard's store by clicking http://linesend.com
For Flies beyond your imagination, contact Don Ordes at Fantasy Fly Company.
Don's giant flies make great gifts. Tied on hooks as large as the monster 12/0
all the way down to realistic size 32's. I speak from experience. Seeing is
believing, so click on http://www.fantasyflies.com/
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"Being able to read trout streams is just as valuable to a fly fisherman as the
ability to read a defense is to an NFL Quarterback."
Jimmy D. Moore - © [2004]
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