Ramsey2 - I'm all for anyone writing whatever they wish. However, if it is not accurate, or can't be proven then I am not comfortable having my name associated with it. Others who will be buying into Wave and finding our board will read this. And, while I agree with Barge to the extent that we should attempt to describe all things that are possible for Wave to become, I would then recommend that we clearly separate fact from forward-looking disclaimer-like statements.
As for Wave's Mission - I don't think we should play around there at all. I'm sure Wave has a Mission Statement, and we should definitely use theirs (for the sake of accuracy). The last thing I want us to do is put ourselves in a position where we're trying to describe what Wave will ultimately become, or strive to become for Wave, and write it as though it's fact, or a foregone conclusion. To me -- That's hyping!
Lastly, I applaud Barge for stirring the pot here on this one. He's right! This should be discussed. This should be looked at with a critical eye (productively and encouragingly of course). However, I don't agree that it should be argued. Not that he (Barge) suggested that, but debates sometimes lead to the squeeky-wheel scenario. I have no intentions of getting into any long drawn-out debate over this.
You've already heard (and seen) my opinion. Now, I'd like to challenge Barge the way he's challenged all of you. Barge ~ don't waste our time with analyzing what everyone else writes or says. I think you should publish your thoughts by writing the opening for this board the way you'd like to see it written --- FIRST. It'll be easier on all of us if we get you satisfied first, because you do tend to need a little oil on your wheels at times, and I don't feel like not posting for a week until you run out of energy.
T123
