there is no "I" in team..

due to the boards: I've learned to NOT look at certain threads because of who started them.  Obviously I need to apply this learning better, though!  

I was really new to the hobby when an acquaintance guided me to TER and P411...through the newb and general boards I learned how to avoid a lot of pitfalls and I changed much of my original approach to the hobby...and I've also learned that there are certain things about myself that are working to my advantage...

I've learned the less you say, the better. There are some creepy folks on this board... but still a fun place.

....since I was pursuing a hobby that isn't used to a client like me. And thru these boards I met a wonderful lady who I knew in a former life that found me here and gently guided me over the hurdles. Muah to her!

Nowadays the boards are much more a source of entertainment, both humorous and sometimes cringe-worthy.

After all apparently they can stink. Who knew

Yes, absolutely!  I have learned a lot from reading your threads and posts!  I have learned to treat the girls I have dates with with total respect. Even the date isn't that good and NOT to negatively speak about them in a forum  SL thank- you for the lessons