Originally Posted by
Rick Potter
Late to the party here, but I must say I simply do not understand why there should be any argument here. But I am willing to throw in my thoughts........
I have been around since Badger Pond. I use the Creek as my main WW site, my ONLY social media site, and the off topic section is simply amazing for it's depth of people who seem knowledgeable on ANYTHING. I once asked a question about steering wheels on the conning tower of WWI German submarines, and got a knowing answer almost immediately (yes, there was one).
Without elaboration, this place, obviously, is a treasure trove of information about woodworking. I have learned much, and even shared a bit.
I do not care if Keith makes millions from this site, I wish he did. In reality, I wonder why, with a family and business to support, he bothers with all of us. I really appreciate the way the site is moderated, and does not allow rants to get out of hand, on any subject. It is refreshing to not have to deal with the asinine comments so many seem to feel necessary to make elsewhere.
I agree it was a mistake to not auto-renew our contributions. I also feel that it would be good to allow guests a limited number of visits before becoming members, and for members to have limited ability to post, before becoming contributors.
Money? We are arguing about raising the price from $6 to $12? A YEAR? In my world $6 is exactly what two large Cokes cost at Carl's Jr.
Sorry, but I cannot worry about transparency, whether the site makes money or not, or people who just need something to complain about. What I do worry about is when Keith will just decide we are not worth the effort.
Whew, I feel better now. Off to Carl's for lunch.