I joined in '13 cant believe it has been that long. I would have had boys at u13 and u11 at the time. I may just be getting old and forgetful but i believe this site is way softer and gentler then back in the day. I can remember arguments on hitting theory that would rage for days, people were angry. There is so much knowledge to be gained here if you have the time or interest.
I know having been through the process of the game and the successes and failures that come with it I have certainly been softened. Fortunately, i have 2 adult boys with degrees doing well, I sold my business interests and retired, my golf game is sharper than ever, I still check in occasionally but rare.
I did spend 2 days watching my nephew play D3 down in Florida recently. One of the schools that recruited my son pretty hard was there. I kinda hung out and got in the way of the coach as they were leaving. He looked at me, did a double take and asked what the hell i was doing there! was quite nice seeing him, I thought he would remember me but not sure. Was just kind of neat conversation, he actually stayed for 10 minutes or more asking about the boy and updating me on some of his stuff.