Looks like you stirred things up a bit. LOL

You must be a lucky kitty. I once asked similar questions in a group and received a dressing down for it and made to feel very unwelcome.

All in all, I'd say you asked valid questions and for those who don't have personas in the know (multiple and otherwise), the answers you received just may be helpful to other innocent and uninformed newcomers.

Cudos to everyone!