Quote Originally Posted by mookien View Post
A complication implicit in that philosophy arises, however, when some of the posters wish to continue discussing the original topic, but others choose to pursue the new topic(s). It's a bit more difficult to follow multiple conversations in a linear thread. But, on the other hand, it does add an element of chaos.
Please also bear in mind, that the moderators are here to help and serve the members -- not just to be the big, bad, wolf who comes to lock down threads or warn people that rules are being broken...

If, at any point, the OP of a thread feels that their thread has been (or is being thread-jacked), then please let us know; you have the right to request that your thread be locked (if it has served its purpose), or that the mods issue a notice that the thread should get back on topic, or even that perhaps the thread could be split and spun-off into a new thread. That way, those who wish to continue discussing the original topic may do so, and those who have moved on can have their own thread. No matter what though, the best strategy is to communicate with the moderators -- don't just think that the only time you should talk to them are when someone is breaking a rule.

JD