Time, I think, to draw a wee line under this thread.
James - I think its fair to say we respect your descision to remove yourself from the forum at present and yes, there is no doubt that your valued contributions will be missed by many. On a personal level, I read and understand your e-mail. Will reply in the morning.
RichieRich - As in common with any web based forum, you have the ability to say what you want, when you want, and perhaps are typing what is already in the minds of others. However, the others are perhaps a tad more subtle than yourself, either by remaining silent or wording their responses differently. That said, irrespective of what you say or how you say it, you must also be prepared to take any retorts that may also come back to you whilst excercising your right to say them, hence some folks biting back at your comments.
As to health etc issues, be assured, you are not alone. I know of a number of members on here who, publicly and privately, have their own crosses to bear with regard to illness and other more severe, quite personal, matters that can be current and/or historic.
This thread is now progressing outwith the realms of what was originally intended. A question was asked by the original poster, it was briefly discussed and then correct, concise, explanations were forthcoming. After that, it went downhill.
For that reason, locking.