Tipping on HAL ships

[Fouremco]

And there is a huge difference between "kindly suggesting" that the search feature is a useful tool and slamming them with CAPS, asking if they can READ.

 

I will continue to be kind to those asking for assistance. That's all I can control. Others can choose if they want to be dismissive (kindly or not).

Well said.

[TrolleyGirl]

Just how long should a poster be on CC before we are dismissive to them? Does courtesy have an expiration date?

 

 

Can we get an Amen?!

[Host Walt]

This thread has drifted seriously and unfortunately into territory that is not conforming with our posting guidelines.

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