That's why I don't venture out much - if I am invited, as I was to this Cubit, I know someone has already check the group out. I know that sounds horrible but there are so many that get all cranky about being off topic. If I had to stay on topic all the time I wouldn't have much to say at all.
From my perspective, the chats should be somewhat like they would be if we were hanging over the fence in the back yard. Let er fly!
Before my 80 something neighbor had a little stoke, we chatted about plants, gardening $%^ hole neighbors....what ever. Since the health problems she has become a little grouchy - we still chat, she just ain't real happy about it.
I am glad I found you guys - if you see a thread I started, jump right in there - I don't get offended and I don't take much seriously. Serious is for the attorney's and doctor's offices....everything else is pretty casual with me.