I have in fact myself received _two_ such _billets doux_ from Kirk "I claim without evidence to be a lawyer, but so far I only play one badly on the net" Sheppard. I've asked his permission three times whether I can repost them, but have gotten no specific response, other than further insults, silliness and blathering. I can't help but wonder why, given his strongly negative reaction to people who try to argue with him, why on earth he might be inclined to pursue the law as a profession. Nor can I help but wonder how seriously I need to take someone who addresses mail to me with the subjects "Why is Lefty a Twerp?" and "Why is Lefty a Twerp and an Idiot?", wherein he complains about ad hominem attacks. I also wonder, given his tendency to call those who _do_ argue with him "twerp" and "idiot", whether he receives many citations for contempt of court.

Is there any chance that this will get back to the discussion at hand, or are you tired of this toy and trying to find something else to play with?

Highly doubtful. I enjoy a battle of wits as much as the next person, but I'm afraid I have to draw the line at an unarmed opponent. -- Lefty (lefty@apple.com) C:.M:.C:., D:.O:.D:.