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> Hello. I found this group a long time ago and saved it, as it appears
> to have some great food conversations. Although, rarely could I find a
> food conversation I wouldn't enjoy
>
> Before diving in and creating havoc, I thought it best to inquire about
> the ng rules/FAQ's. I'm not sure how formal this group is, or how open
> the group is to new members. Advice?
>
> Missy in Indiana

Gladly, Missy. And a hearty welcome to you, too.
The Registration Fee is $250, payable to me.
Just because there are so many off-topic posts here doesn't mean it's a
good thing to do.
The Initiation Fee is $750, payable to me.
Victor Sack regularly posts a pointer to the extensive FAQ file although
someone else can probably point you there.
Most people don't bother to read the FAQ file until they're told.
Monthly dues are $7.50, payable to me.
Pirohy are triangular and don't you forget it.
Sheldon is a potty mouth and trying to change his ways is not
recommended because it would simply be an exercise in futility for you.
Beets are the work of the Devil.
There is no such thing as Alfredo Sauce.
The Cabal (TINC) enforces the rules heretofore stated. (Didja like
that, Squeaks?)
The annual sacrifice of the virgins is scheduled for April. Born-again
Virgins are welcome to participate.
Damsel is the Head Trollop.
I yam what I yam.
If you don't have a thick skin and can't develop one, leave now and save
yourself grief.
For a price, anyone is welcome. Payable to me.
Civilized disagreement is welcome. There's no need to demonstrate your
ignorance with nasty name-calling.
OT at the beginning of a subject line means it's off topic (and should
probably be posted somewhere else).
Once you've posted here, expect a ton of spam in your mailbox;
rec.food.cooking is a popular group.
Margaret Suran is a nice woman but she drinks a lot.
Terry Pulliam Burd has a rapier wit.
The Bobs are good guys, all of them.
Jim Lattie likes my brownies.
If you can killfile with AOL, learn how and save yourself annoyance at
the idiots.
Most of us are full of bullshit. Some are more eager to show it than
others.
Don't mistake this group for "family." We're not your family.
I've got a great and easy recipe for Peanut Brittle.
Don't post anything political. There are other groups for that.
My kids are smarter than yours.
I think that covers most of it.
Welcome to the fray, Missy. You may email me privately through my
website for my address for the fees and dues.

-Barb Schaller
Mother Superior
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