Aha -- Thank you all for the info - that makes perfect sense! I grew up in a small community, and despite living in a bit bigger city now, I tend to forget how careful people must be. (including me.. :S) :tongue_smilie:
Two more questions occur to me now.
1 - When I look at my messages, it lists me as "Just Visiting". What does that mean? How does it change?
2 - There is always the option to "Reply to Thread" and a "Quick Reply" option at the bottom of each post. What's the difference?
Thanks again for the advice. It brings home to me anew the privilege we enjoy in America of often being able to trust total strangers - whether it be on Ebay, or a forum like this, or just out and about. It really is quite unique in the world!
Peace,
Judy :seeya: