CompuServe Thread

I recently found out after 18 months on the forum that I have unknowly cut off many forum messages and in hind-sight caused many difficult threads. A misunderstanding of the "delete" button is the culprit but I am totally to blame. I have asked dozen upon dozens of questions in the forum and have always responded to EVERY help that many of you have given me, only to hit the delete button thinking this was only to remove the message from MY machine ONLY. Thus, many times if 2 or more persons responded to my question, I would take the time to extend my appreciation for the help and then hit "delete." Thus not only cutting off the previous responces but removing any well deserved thanks to those who so graciously gave their help. I can only guess how I would feel if I spent 30 minutes trying to help someone only to not be given the slightest sign of appreciation. Although on occation when I would check the message later I would see there was much missing, (due to major screw-up on my part), I wondered why but never persued the problem. At any rate. I want all of you who have been most patient with me to please forgive these gross blunders. I know I've made some of the forum messages a mess and most frustrating and ask all your forgiveness. Sincerely, A very red-faced 3der Jerry