Thank you ((((((Debbie)))))))), for your perspective. Part of why I'm afraid to speak up is because (as more than a few here could tell you, sad to say) I often am not the world's most diplomatic soul and I'd rather shut up than risk making the situation worse by getting myself verbally abused AND insulting the other person.

Welcome, Elysium, and thanks for the kind words and reassurance. PC is a great place for both.

to you both, and everyone else who responded to this thread I had totally forgotten about. LOL