Hey all, glad to be here. A bit about me:
If I'm being overly direct / rude about something it's because I'm trying to be clear and not because I'm trying to be offensive, and seriously even in my personal life, there are only two people I have ever disliked, so I'm never trying to demean you.
So, please please please don't take anything I say too seriously, it's all in good humor. And I never intend offense. Take me seriously enough to know that I mean what I say but not enough to think that what I'm saying is intended to hurt, or make you do anything except laugh, smile, or think deeper about a question.