thanks for weighing in on the topic, Notes. Hearing what you've been through in the past is a real eye opener. I feel sure that nobody here, including Carkins, would want to put you in defense mode... especially in light of the ongoing contributions you make to the BIAB community. Not only your styles, but also the industry experience and your willingness to share midi tricks and tips all speak to your helpful attitude.

The story of the goose that laid the golden egg is a classic reference to what happens when somebody isn't satisfied with the current state of value adding and tries to get more. The end result is that the previous value adding ends, never to return, and the end state is worse than the beginning.