Everyone has covered this topic incredibly well IMO. Sometimes I feel like I am full of myself telling new members or others "this is what I have done" but all in all, its much better than saying, "this is what you need to do". I am still very new myself and often do repeat the same, very basic information over and over again, which I think is regurgitated information - but not a bad thing.

When I can get opinions or tips from the veterans, I am thrilled, but that isn't always who is online when I have a question (similar to a new member). And just because someone is a new member doesn’t mean they don’t have plenty of experience already.

I think the bad side of regurgitating information is when it has not been used or tested by those who are giving it. Basically, my advice stops at basic set-up and husbandry. If I give advice on anything else, I always make it known that I have not been in the situation personally and to see what others have to say.

When I first joined, I thought I had everything right. When I was told I had it quite wrong - well of course I was defensive, but luckily I smartened up. I am sorry if I have repeated others, but I think these are good points.

Connie, I couldn't agree with you more, but I can't give you anymore rep points