Don Cardi, you make an excellent point about the differences between "interest" and "admiration". It appears that some of the BB's recent new blood have a preconceived notion that everybody on the BB is a bunch of mafiosi wannabes, thug worshipers and pasta swilling slobs. I consider myself a relatively new member as well and must confess that I, too, had a slightly similar thought process. Nothing personal, I assure all veteran BB'ers! I must say this with all sincerity to anyone that is a newbie to the board - I couldn't have been more wrong. This Bulletin Board is a fantastic place to be involved with and its because of the people and personalities within. If you have a genuine interest in respectively sharing ideas and learning about organized crime's history, influence and movies-then this is the place for you. If you have a healthy sense of humor, are semi-mature and good natured-then this is the place for you. There are great people here with tons of knowledge and personality who are kind enough and more than willing to share their information and life experiences with all of us. This BB is a super resource for fun, information and recreation. If you are angry, immature and ilmannered-then this is NOT the place for you.