Changes of the Times

     It pleases me greatly that recently, many people have taken the time to actually voice their opinions and thoughts in our "newspaper". I wish to thank all of them for doing so. The thought provoking pieces from everybody have been very enlightening. It seems that the Times is no longer a "newspaper" in the literal sense of the word, but a forum for thoughtful communication. I think the most rewarding aspect of this paper, is that the contributors found here, seem to take things seriously, as opposed to basing their submittals on a totally roleplay way of life.

      One thing that this weekly medium allows, that our normal "real time" chat does not, is the opportunity to actually think long and hard, about what we read, and what we are going to say. We are more thoughtful in the choice of our words, in hopes that what we say is interpreted exactly as we mean it to be.

     I will object to one thing I have seen rearing it's ugly head, and that is the submittals of a few slaves, who seem to think they do not need to continue being slaves when they write pieces for this paper: ie they seem to think they can address freepersons by name only. It is an open forum, but it is also a Gorean forum, and as such, all Gorean customs will continue to apply. If you cannot remember who you are when putting your thoughts to words, then feel free to submit them elsewhere. There are a few pieces withheld from this issue for this very reason. If you sent a piece, and it is not here, then you may rest assured it needs some adjustment. If you wish to correct the problem and re-submit it, do so. If not, don't.

I wish you well

Danath