I kinda felt the same way at first. However, it's the internet which makes emoting nearly impossible (the little smilies and stuff are kind of a good idea though) but if you listen to what the more experienced keepers have to say you can pick up A LOT of good information here. Sometimes you can pick up poor information or someone may come down a little hard but you have to take it all in stride. This is a great place and I'm no newbie to keeping reptiles. I hope you stick around. This place is the best hands down!