However, since the site started there have been a few instances of something quite irksome. Multiple threads on the exact same topic. Sometimes it is an honest mistake, I will grant you, but it doesn't take too long to search previous thread titles to see if there is an existing thread. Many times good discussions and ideas have to be repeated, the link to the discussion posted in the new topic or the ideas are just lost. If people read what has already been posted, then the ideas can continue to be built upon, rather than starting from scratch.
My request is simple; please take a few moments to read what has gone before, to see if there is an existing thread discussing your desired topic and leave new topics for new topics.
Hopefully this will lead to more interesting and thoughtful topics being created and give us all enjoyable discussions.
EDIT:
I wrote this when I was a regular member, my feelings on it still stand. Please use the search function before creating a new topic. Thanks.
