I have no idea how my statement would be considered "piggy backing" and you're correct, Dr. Adalja obviously does not need me to defend him. However, I will now make a '"contribution"' to this web board. I think it's ridiculous how bloggers demean other posters on this board. I have been reading the web letters for the last two years and am sometimes appalled at what I read. In regards to the Great Doctor,as some like to refer to him as, I have found that many people have a difficult time understading and comprehending Amesh's beliefs and opinions and I can understand why. However, it just seems that people continue to bait him and harp on him, instead of just accepting the fact, that it doesn't matter how much bloggers belittle him, he will still hold the same opinions. I appreciate his ability to post topics that he has knowledge of, and his ability to respond in a mature manner. I also find it admirable that no matter how much people rudely disagree with him; he sticks by what he says and believes and is not quick to back down. I think he truely considers what others have to say, and I think it's okay to disagree. However, eventually a shift to new topics should be made. I'm a little confused as to what makes everyone so high and mighty on here? Very few days pass where a personal attack hasn't been made on this site. If it's not something said about a poster's spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors, then it's usually some snide comment regarding their intelligence level. I'm just surprised sometimes to see adults act in such a childish manner. I should say, Tammy, these statements are in no way, shape, or form directed towards you, I'm just stating my observations and I do not want you to feel as though I am somehow attacking you personally. I will continue to read, because quite honestly, I find it very interesting at times, however, I'm not quite sure this site is a forum that I would continually like to post my opinions on.