I think I have given a wrong opinion of how offensive I think the humor has been. I have only come across a few incidents that I think are just over the top. I think they have both been removed by either the individual or the moderators. I have spoken to each of those individuals directly, with less than responsive results. They are among the respondents above. The individuals seem to think that this is a place to grunt and scratch and let it all hang out. Maybe it is. The swear word filter made me think that the management wanted better than that.

You're all correct that it is the parent's job to keep offensive stuff from their kids. I certainly accept that. I'm just a little surprised and saddened that this might be one of those places to keep from kids. My kids don't come here, I do. After reading the board for several months, I didn't think I had to hide the screen when cruising through the site. Until fairly recently.

I made the comment I did, because I wanted to make a polite request for a change. I didn't demand, I just asked for consideration of the concept. You can choose whether to comport yourself like this is a family picnic, where the beer is flowing and everyone is having fun. And, frankly, once in a while, Uncle Bill lets loose with the 'f' word. Or you can choose to comport yourself like it's late friday night at the neighborhood tavern. Or somewhere inbetween. Me, I'd kinda prefer the family picnic atmosphere myself, and the swear filters kinda give the impression that that is what is expected here. Sounds like at least a few would rather be at the tavern. I guess it's up to Bob to sort it out.

And to those who chose to get hostile in response to my request, well, I guess I learned something about you today. For the most part, none of you had ever said or done anything that provoked my comment. I'm kind of surprised to see that reaction from some of you, Gooose and AuntieM in particular.

So, we all come to places like this to socialize and find folks that they'd like to be with. Sounds like this might not be the right place for me, so I'll go look elsewhere. Sorry if I bothered anyone along the way, it's not my style.