I just read this thread.
I've read posts by glock lover and rookie. Posts that I've enjoyed and learned something from - particularly HK info imparted by rookie. I hope you continue to post.
I made a personal decision to contribute. I enjoy this site. I spend too much time here. I've upsized/downsized and shifted my firearms MUCH easier as a result of this site and being able to meet folks locally.
I look at it like this analogy:
Fenway invites folks over for an outdoor BBQ. Says he's making brats and pork steak. He bought the stuff out of his pocket. Everyone's welcome, unless you behave like a jerk.
Me? If I'm coming, I'm gonna bring some beer... ask if he needs a side dish? Come on, man? Plates? Potato salad?
If only a couple of guys are coming, then he might refuse help. If 30 folks show up, he'll probably graciously accept the assistance. He didn't make "bring food" a requirement for attendance. The only requirement was the fellowship.
Me? I'm not gonna look down on someone who forgot/couldn't afford/whatever to bring food. I'll give 'em a beer.
For the life of me though, I'll never understand the guests who agree to come, stay for hours, eat & drink and specifically refuse to kick in solely because they disagree with the host or party atmosphere.
Fantastic analogy!