Gold Membership fee now go up to $40.00?

Sorry. I don't get it. It's a choice. Don't want to pay it----Don't.

Yep. That's the bottom line. The $40 charge isn't mandatory. If you like what's going on here and want (or can) donate to the cause, make it happen. Otherwise hang out here and enjoy the ride, free of charge. It doesn't get any better than that! tmm