If my wry sense of humor comes across as less than polite, I'll apologize, immediately and sincerely. I always write the same way I speak, and often forget that my tone of voice and ludicrous facial expressions that allow for some interpretation don't translate at all on message boards. I guess that what the emoticons are for, but I find them daft looking.
I do appreciate any responses to any comments I make, including XenonMans (presumably) tongue in cheek response. I remembered Gonk's quick and insightful response to my question about digital 2nd zone, and even sourced him in my response.
No harm I hope.