Originally Posted by Britana

I also find this rule odd, mostly because the forum is visible, but off limits. I have no problem with following it or understanding its purpose. I have on one occassion started a new thread to respond to a topic, but honestly don't have the time to do it in most cases or the ability to link posts and all that other HTML stuff (ok I'm lazy!). I often have thoughts, most of which I would hope would be professional and well received, but I simply just let them go and maybe PM someone if it feels important.

Maybe it is impractical, but it seems a broader policy to prevent harrassment of ALL members, including our female members, would cover this problem. But, I can't complain since the mods here are great and the effort to maintain the site has to be enormous! And, the rules not gonna change anyway!