When I first came to this forum, I was surprised at how many times people got off the subject of the original thread. When I questioned it, I was more or less ignored. I came to see that people here seem to like to talk about all kinds of things, though of course the vast majority of them are still about mercury and how it relates to health (and sickness). I like to think that if a thread is about mercury it can stay that way; and if a thread is clearly about something else, those who are not interested don't have to read it.

In having the freedom to talk about different things here, I've found a bit of relief from the relentless depression. There are things people say here that make me think. I love talking about life in general and all its aspects, philosophy, spirituality, etc. I actually did go off and try to find forums dedicated to these things, but none of the ones I found suited my needs, not by a long shot. I wouldn't have fitted in or enjoyed being there much.

However, if this many people don't like this kind of thing, maybe there really is a problem that needs addressing. Who decides what's appropriate here and what isn't? Should we ask Russ? I personally would feel low if I were told I had to stick to talking about mercury and nothing else, but it is not for me alone to dictate the topics here. Bearing that in mind, if he feels it is OK to talk about his brand of Christianity and creationism, I think other voices ought to have the chance to be heard as well.

What do others think?