In my opinion, you shun or ignore the offenders. If someone posts something good or funny or to you in the offending thread, it's not continuing the circle of futility if you respond to that person.

I also choose to give things like the discussion of the other day, a time limit to resolve. For example, I give it say 2-3 days and if it isn't resolved, I drop it and get out.

Quite honestly, I think I'm doing fine, I'm not upset, I got a little mad last night, but I'm pretty much over it now, and I'm not being harmed by the situation as long as I can handle it how I need to.

I will not and did not follow them into FQ, and I will not continue to be baited, and that for me is enough. I hope you'll understand.

Nightowl >8#

Edit: And to Peter, I did click the link and I saw a shovel. I still have no clue what it means. Humor is NOT my strong point.