I know that you'd prefer that everyone use their real names, dustrho, and even though I personally will never use a name other than my own, there are quite a few people who get a kick out of doing so. And it doesn't bother me too much, until there are four or five people in there who are using other monikers for themselves. THAT is when it can get really confusing (unless those people have identified themselves). The only way to combat this problem would be to have a secure chat client in which you would have to log in under your forum name, which is an option, depending on what Chris can find as far as new chat clients go.

Dale, you're a champion. We could all learn a thing or two from you.    

Jim (Chuckles) and I are in chat right now, if anyone's interested.

Thanks for the encouraging words, Matt- but my voice is not what it once was, unfortunately.  The Lyric Opera wouldn't want me now! I've been off of training for some time now.  I've not a prayer to be "discovered", but that's okay- because in actuality, personality-wise, I'm not cut out for the limelight. I would have a very difficult time with fame.

You better watch it there missy!  You little Justin Timberlake fan you!!!          

*Carrie slapps JediMac because it's been too long, and it feels soooo good

"Now STOP-
Collaborate and lisssen
Ice is back with my brand new invention
something grabs a hold of me tightly
Then I flow like a harpoon daily and nightly
Will it ever stop--YO, I don't know
Turn off the lights, and I'll glow
To the extreme, I rock the mic like a vandal
Light up a stage and wax a chump like a candle"

 

I just bought Apoptygma Berserk's "7". It's German synth-pop,  it's dark and wonderful.