>>What is aggravating is that the individuals who engage in these “ego trips” are knowledgeable and have helped the development community in many ways... A bit of maturity on the part of some Universal Thread members would be appreciated. Acting in a civil manner would too! If you cannot do this could you at least consider not talking to each other?
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>Tom,
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>I feel very happy to read your statement because myself, found in the category of the mere mortals, tend to think that the refered behavior (albeit reprehensible, IMO) makes part of the *aura* of some people. Unfortunately I was compeled to express my sorrow about this behavior, recently (message 656582).
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>Thanks for putting things in their right places.
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>Fernando

Fernando;

Thank you for your comments.

Tom