The contents of this pot were already in motion when I added my stirring to what 2x6 had already instigated. You're correct in your assessment that I was trying to hijack the thread, and I've been trying to dose it with bits of levity along the way, as well.

I'd like everybody to note that none of us "top posters" -- or anyone in our so-called "fan club" -- would have started this thread. You have 2x6 alone to thank for that. His confrontational first post was crafted in such a way to virtually preclude a "friendly discussion" -- and then he hypocritically accused me of doing the same.