while we may deal with members & non-members alike on this BB, there is an entirely different level of friendship & camaraderie developed between members. And an entirely different level of trust...as an example, a member agreed to sell me a chip that I had been looking for and has mailed the chip before he has received my payment. A lot more of that goes on between members than would between a member & non-member.
That & we wouldn't be able to participate in many of the great contests (including yours, Bob), that are run on this BB. And no Wednesday night poker... I've developed some great, great friendships, not because of this hobby, but because of this club!!
Steve B