>>i disagree with the individual who said the ads were unobtrusive.
Mark, I understand they can be VERY obtrusive to those coming from SI where they see NO ads. But we also pay a premium on SI.
I am willing to listen how to make them LESS obtrusive. But, I would *much* rather see text ads than banner ads. The banner ads drop a gazillion cookies plus, they slow the site loading down big time. And are just plain annoying.