Making a new list is part of the larger problem. We keep fragmenting ourselves instead of pulling/sharing together. And if some of the more experienced people on LN need to mind their manners and not be condescending to newbies, then so be it. I do also realize that there is a need for people to get together for camaraderie, comiseration and support (like the hospital-based LCs list), but be careful you don't pool your ignorance - and I mean this kindly. In years gone by I went to sessions where that is what we did and no one gained from it, it was frustrating. Use a separate list as an adjunct to Lactnet, not as a replacement. Sincerely, Pat in SNJ *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html