Though this board is in its infancy, I do have a couple of quick suggestions, Jake.
A: instead of just who the last reply was from, I kinda like the old system that says who the author is on the main forum screen. You know, "Started by Greg, last post by Chet" etc.
B: Background. Too bright, let's get them Jawsy blue colors back if possible.
C: Help button. The old button had links on how to post images, etc. A guide would be ace.
D: Since we got a new board, let's get some wicked cool emoticons this time. Perhaps a brucey icon, a life preserver, a little orca. Might be asking a bit much but whatever you want Jakester.
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F: Is there software you know of that lets you edit swear word preferences? I know in yahoo chat you can either filter out swear words or let them come through. If people want the option of a filter, they can tune their squeemish little eyes out. For the rest of us over the age of 12, I think we can handle it :-P