Rob C.
----- Original Message -----
From: Christopher Scharpf <ichthos_at_charm.net>
To: <nanfa_at_aquaria.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 17, 2002 6:30 AM
Subject: NANFA-- Casper's comments
> > It takes a lot of time to write ( and edit, and correctly spell
> > and rewrite and capitalize! ) and prep these posts, photos and reports
and i
> > often wonder how many people read or appreciate them. There have been
times
> > that some people will find some small, petty thing they dislike and make
a
> > public snort of it and yet overlook, and thus show their unappreciation
for
> > the larger value and the extensive time and dedication that an
individual
> > spends in presenting and attempting to share native fish experiences.
>
> > Im concerned that the time spent on these reports may not be
> > appreciated but by a very few. I need reassurance that they are valued,
> > enjoyed and appreciated. If they are not i am not motivated to continue
> > expending the time necessary to present them. So let me know.
>
> Casper, I feel the same way about AC. A tremendous chunk of my free time
> goes into each issue. (50 hours per? 100? I've never clocked it.) Then
when
> an issue mails very few people mention it on this list, or e-mail me
> privately. Then I have to BEG for renewals. It's getting to be a drain,
and
> I am considering "retiring" from my duties by the end of 2003.
>
> Don't feel too bad, though, when someone complains about a small petty
item
> and makes a snort about it. At the very least that means that they've read
> it, and that something you've written has moved someone to at least THINK
> something.
>
> With that said, it goes without saying that I tremendously enjoy your
trips
> posts, and Steven's, which may explain why I haven't said so before. I
often
> forward them to Stephanie, or print them out and read them out loud while
> sitting on the porch sipping a mint julep.
>
> Chris
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