Thanks BEB. As it happens, I know all those sites, blogs and publications; support several financially; and am in contact with several of the individuals you mentioned too. Actually, I am writing some pieces for a couple of 'em - and for quite a while now I've been working with some other people who on the front lines, providing editing services, historical perspective, advice and support both emotional and $$.

But right now I prefer to remain behind the scenes coz I am ill. Also, I really like a forum like this coz it's allows for direct interaction with wide range of people, and sometimes very engaging - and illuminating - back-and-forth exchanges with others. Which is fun, and keeps me on my toes. Also, it's much more democratic and equal - publishing an article is much more top-down and one-way, especially in places where the chance for comments is limited or doesn't exist at all. Plus, I think a forum like this might end up having the biggest reach, so what we do here could be like throwing stones into a pond, creating ripples that go on and on. It's why I'm not on ovarit or spinster - seems like everyone in those places is already on board.

I'm hoping that as more people come here and see that intelligent, informed posters like you, vitunrotta and others including me are presenting well-reasoned and researched info and insights - and we are doing so civilly - more will start posting.