Dutty and Doc...
I really appreciate your guys' outlook. I don't have years of experience under my belt nor have I personally paid my dues, however I can guarantee we have the same outlook when it comes to the future of Cannabis in this country. My mother had been involved in Cannabis Legalization (Medical) when it had just started gaining momentum here in Colorado. She and her friend opened "Julie & Kates Baked Goods" and haven't looked back since. The amount of progress that not only they, but the "industry" (not sure if that's the appropriate word) as a whole has made since Amendment 20 was enacted in 2000.
Now don't get me wrong, there are many more people out there who did MUCH MUCH more for this movement, but what matters is that everyone is striving for the betterment of the "Industry" (again, at a loss for a synonym). I have very opinionated beliefs, and I whole-heartedly believe those people who aren't open to change are retarding the process as a whole... and not just for Cannabis. I see this every single day of my life in everything I do.
Who are any of us to decide what is or isn't the best and only way to grow. Besides personal preference, how the hell would anyone even know what the "best" is without change and forward progression..
Anyways, I just wanted to let you guys know I appreciate what you do and what you believe to be right without getting in the middle of that debate. I try very hard to stay neutral on this site, as I tend to run my mouth when people bring up Cannabis Prohibition with me face to face. I seriously can't stand people who don't understand the benefit of Cannabis... and DON'T EVEN GET ME STARTED about people who think it is detrimental to your health. Jesus Christ I'm getting worked up just thinking about it.
What matters: Is that you know what works for you, you do it with pride, and you believe in the constant betterment of this "Industry." And honestly from the bottom of my heart (and I speak for everyone, even those who don't know it yet) THANK YOU.