Repetitive discussion: some elfly comments

[Kelley]

No: HPFGUIDX 153723

Leslie:
>> The reason this group exists is because for us issues related 
to the books never get old, or settled conclusively. <<

Well, I'd be surprised if that's what Barbara had in mind way back 
when she created the club. <g>  In her own words, "Welcome--I hope 
that members of this club will be able to enjoy a lively discussion 
of the Rowlings books with other adults."  And here we are. :-)

However, it's certainly true that many issues have yet to be settled
conclusively, and some probably never will be.

> Leslie:
>> I would venture that if we were going to stop talking about what
we've talked about before, the board would cease to exist until the
seventh book came out. <<

Certainly no one is suggesting we not discuss topics that have been
discussed before.

As Geoff has explained in his reply, his post wasn't an attempt to
stifle discussion, but rather he'd recalled a thread that those 
following the current discussion might find of interest.  As another 
member who makes posts like Geoff made here, I would urge others to 
view them in the spirit in which they're intended:  to be helpful.  
We're well aware that searching the archives is a daunting task, so 
if we're able to help others out, we do so.

As a courtesy, it's worth giving each other the benefit of the doubt 
and not automatically come to the conclusion that someone is trying 
to discourage discussion.

--Kelley