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Paddyob, as someone that posts here, I can tell you that I have had my fair share of bashing. And yes, sometimes it does hurt.

May I recommend something to you, in future don't delete your posts, as it doesn't support your cause either way. And in most cases, just gives others more ammunition to hit you with. Just remember, some may take what you say and value it, but MORE people will probably just take it and hurt you with it. It is just the nature of the BEAST. Just remember this and don't take it to heart, it happens.

In regards to the hobby, others have posted this, and even myself on other threads. Really, do any of us have the right to take from the wild and cage it up. So as Aquattro stated, we are all selfish. In my opinion, if someone wants to spend large amounts of cash for a rare fish. Then go for it, some hobbyists have that cash flow to support it. Is it right? maybe not. But is it right that all of us do what we do? Again, maybe not.

So remember this when you see that expensive fish, morish Idols or any other fish/livestock/coral that may be controversial to some. The LFS store has the right to sell what they want, if there is a market for it. We as the purchaser have the right to buy what we want, and where.

I personally respect any LFS that can be honest with me, and if they don't know, they tell me. This type of honesty goes a long way and I respect that LFS or employee much more then.

Just my 2 cents. Hope it all made sense.