Yes; was hoping for some clarity on this.  Been on the list since '02
and don't remember having to do this.  In our Spamified worldn I guess
we're all a little hesitant.

On 1/5/11, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote:
>   This is totally weird. Can anyone explain?
>
> John Rodgers
> Clayartist and Moldmaker
> 88'GL VW Bus Driver
> Chelsea, AL
> Http://www.moldhaus.com
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>
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