I have been asked to reconsider my opinion. I cannot. I read too much from Evan that no concessions were needed. But they were made. This is sad for me. I think that Margy needs some rest, she worked very hard to be heard. I think Kris needs a lot of hugs, she tried. I think, yes, my opinion, nothing more, that our board as it is now needs a break. A long break. And they all need to consult attorneys about what the by laws mean, for their own personal knowledge, and peace of mind. I am sure many have many times, but this time they let the by laws go and gave into threats, threats that could not hold water, from what the attorney's on the list said. I trust that Evan would have let us know if the club or board members were in real danger. I trust that Margy would gladly tell all, if she could. I am sure that Kris is still fuming. I would be. This was an awful chapter in the club's history. It will leave scares. I feel scared where the GSDCA is in my life. I regret less and less the fact that I cannot breed my lovely puppies. I need to put some distance between me and dog shows for a bit, this has left a very bad taste in my mouth. I may have to picket some pet stores to feel clean again. sheila --------------------------------- Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell? Check outnew cars at Yahoo! Autos. ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2007. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.showgsd.org ============================================================================