Docktor, I envy you the New England Autumn, there is no finer sight in the natural world.
As to rising to Porkerpete, just don't waste your breath. I fell foul of him shortly after joining, and you won't get a proper explanation, an appology or even a reason why. Even the site Mods seem scared of him, so don't worry, kick back, and talk to the rest of us instead.