[David in San Antonio]

Mike, Please ask every question that comes to you. Even if you find an answer by searching please tell the story. These discussions are read by lots of people, so you’re helping the larger community learn.
Also, some people really enjoy sharing their expertise so your questions help them out too.
Reminds me of an old, bitter college professor. He frowned and was fierce and intimidated many students. Often they’d say I have a stupid question. The professor would consistently snap back “There are NO stupid questions. There are only stupid PEOPLE!”. Didn’t make it any easier on the students. Then one day a wise guy raised his hand and said “I have a BRILLIANT question!” That was the only time I saw the professor smile. I got the only D I ever received.