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Re: Seed Exchange

In a message dated 97-02-08 09:59:44 EST, seeds-list@eskimo.com writes:

<< I plan on discontinuing
 this mailing list unless I receive some guidance. I created this mailing
 list to discuss about plant propagation and the methods of propagation
 but people perfer the mailing list grow to other subjects. I cannot seem
 to control this subject.  >>
Dear Duncan,

I have been following this thread since gensis and would like to say a few
words, since you've asked.

I have the utmost respect for your feelings, with regard to the deviation
from intent of your list.  It is my feeling that this is a natural process
stemming from the desire of group members (like myself) who are obviously
impressed by the vast knowledge that this group has to offer.  It is obvious
that a large percentage of members are by no means amatuers.  Speaking only
for myself, in the few short weeks that I have been a member, I have sought
out books and other vehicles of learning  to find out more about what these
fine folks know that I don't.  I've sought out sources for seeds to the named
species that I 've read about on this list...I've educated myself to exactly w
hat an alpine house was ( and now believe that this is something that I must
have ;-) ).  So, you see, I believe that the desire to branch out into a
quasi seed search engine, is simply a form of flattery through imitation.  

We are adults, but mostly gardeners, who are in my opinion of the finest
caliber of people on earth.  I feel that we can respect the guidlines that
you, as the originator and owner, have set forth.  Yet, I also believe that
it is as natural as the process of germiantion to naturally want to seek out
a certain seed type that has peaked one's imagination as a result of hearing
about it's propagation.  Point in fact, I always thought that Helleboros was
ugly,  Now I want to grow them out of spite. <G>
Keep this in mind, before you decide to pull the plug.  What a crying shame
it would be.

Sincerely, 
Karen Ernst
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