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Yes, I do keep up with CC, I follow it. I actually had no knowledge of the fact of how much it costs per upgrade to this site.
Scootacool mentions to me time and again how big his to-do list is, so nothing hugely new there. I assume you guys have considered hiring new tech admins (if you can find them) to put a bit less stress on your backs?
Unfortunately, that's a big problem like you said when it comes to adding new features to the site. If members desire for new changes, donating is a vital part to adding them in. I, though I have not donated, planned to in early October but I don't have the necessary requirements to do so, sadly.
Thanks for the feedback on the subject.