Aside from the issue of Stever's "age" I agree with everything that our straightshooting brother, WT, so eloquently stated. I don't feel that his age should enter into this. He has certain criteria that he feels is in the best interest of the cbid forum & he upholds it.
IMHO, Erik, Victor, AND the Hog are very good people who are friends to most and deserving of another chance similar to what was graciously extended to me. These bros who march to the beat of a different drummer are bright, funny, great fun to read, and add to the richness of the boards.
Having said that, I promise you, SteveR, that if you should ever reconsider & allow these rambunctious originals back on the boards, your kindness will be rewarded & you will pleasantly surprised.
That is a promise.