I fail to see how members discussing topics in a section that invites discussion of other things detracts from the forum. On the contrary, it invites people to post on a variety of different subjects that they may feel more comfortable and helps to get people involved.
The lack of discussion on the remainder of the forum? Well, it's hardly surprising with all the negative posting that has been made recently. There are many amongst us who do want to discuss and develop ideas in an attempt to move forward, but when the topics are continually derailed with arguments and aggressive posts, you find that the discussion moves to PM. I have a alot of pm's sitting in my inbox most of which are largely to do with BIR and moving forwards.
If you want to look at why members aren't posting then I suggest you look there first. Afterall, who wants to join or post on a forum when long term members continually argue. To imply that it is the fault of others, myself included, is simply not on.
It's certainly not a very friendly forum at the moment. I go out of my way to welcome newcomers that take the trouble to say hello along with Razor and one or two others, but no-one else seems to takes the trouble to do so. A fact that both of us have noticed.
Rather than complaining, arguing or just being negative, why not start a new topic to discuss the curry you want to discuss. Posting sarcastic topics is not endearing and does nothing to rectify the problem.
I'm sorry if you feel that it is not my place to say anything but I can not just sit here reading all this nonsense without feeling disappointed. If you feel that you can not contribute positively anymore, then perhaps you should move on. But myself and i'm sure many others of this forum would rather prefer it if you found a way to continue on in a positive way.
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