[Amanda Morrison]

I very much like the new rules.

I am going to say these in the nicest way possible:

1. It amazes me that people in the FIRST community are people who can create something from nothing, but relentlessly criticize the helping hands that let them create.

2. Don't be skeptical and criticize when you haven't even tried it out. Once it's been played out and you don't like it, then you can post and give reasons. If you are just skeptical and pointing out why you don't like something, it has little emphasis.

3. I think FIRST is trying its darndest to do the BEST thing. Please keep that in mind - How many meetings do you think were held, how many people put their ideas on the line, to come up with something that is (in their eyes) both fair and just?

4. Until we get through this year and see how the process works, deal.

I'm sorry if this offends you; it isn't meant to make someone mad or point someone out. Just please realize that there's a group of people trying very hard to do the best for the organization, and what is best for your team. While a lot of teams aren't happy about this, think about all the teams this will benefit.

I personally applaud FIRST's decision. Thank you for your decision to benefit all of us.