When I first started posting on these forums I did so because I enjoy personal interactions with people and I saw no reason why I should not introduce myself to those I was about to talk to.Let it be known, that although I don't quite understand the decision you made to publicly identify yourself (in this world of nutcases), I understand that EVERY posting you put online, needs to be carefully considered before hitting the "Submit" button. You do not have the luxury of hiding behind an avitar, and posting condescending, arrogant, inflaming, rude, and generally worthless posts. I respect the posting of your aviation experiences, and pretty much ignore the nameless egos, that only demonstrate insecurities. One of these days, I would like to make it to the island, and meet up with you.
In all the many years I have been posting both here and on Pprune I have never regretted using my real name and by doing so I have met a lot of people in person who I would never have met had I not been willing to share my true identity.
As to posting things that may be incorrect, impolite or just plain insulting that I also try and keep in check, exactly like we do when being face to face with people.
And like one on one communicating it is no different because it is impossible to not differ or sometimes offend others.
When we do we then have the choice of retracting what we said and if necessary saying we are sorry for having said something offensive.
This anonymity thing is something I never quite understood, for instance some people say they post using a made up name because they don't want their employer retaliating against them.
In my simple little mind I have to ask this question, if you are ashamed or afraid to say something to people who know you then don't say it.
Looking forward to adding you to the list.Once again the people I have met in person, some of who ave visited me here at home has made my decision to use my real name well worth it.