[Excaliber]

I recall a time when the advertisements, best to my knowledge, did not pay for the site. Even then, Brent NEVER asked for donations, it has ALWAYS been a 'grass roots' thing. These days I get the impression that advertisements do pay for the site, which makes no difference to me. I contribute as a way of saying thanks, I feel good about it. NO pressure, no structure, just 'thanks' Brent! I think the grass roots approach is entirely appropriate for THIS site, I give from the heart.

There is another site I frequent that specifically asks for donations, but it has very little or no advertising. The 'donations' and 'suggestions' of how much to give are specific. You can give monthly or once a year or whatever. If your there long enough you DO feel 'pressure' to donate. It's like a business arrangement, I give because I get something of value, I EXPECT something of value. I am BUYING a service.

Here? I'm just hanging with friends and want to show my appreciation.