[ezdays]

I believe the posts can be read by anyone worldwide, meaning you don't need to be a member to read the posts.  You need to be a member to post.  If this is in fact the case, then many more lurkers than posters would be expected.  It would also be prudent to use a name and photo which can't be traced.

I have to say, I'm not sure I'm comfortable with anyone, from anywhere in the world, being able to read my posts.

You are correct.  This is a public forum.  The posts can be read by anyone.

Yes, I did open it for anyone to view because we were not attracting any new members and we didn't even show on a Google search. I was hoping by opening it for viewing, we would get more members to stop by and register. If most here would prefer a closed forum like we started out, I'm OK with changing back. Just that, if someone wants to see what's going on here, they'll find a way. We do try to screen new members, but anyone can fake an ID to get in. After we opened, I had invited others to join, but back then they couldn't see what we were about, and so they just moved on.

Let me know if you all prefer a closed forum and I'll consider changing back....