I am a total newbie to HF, not to hookah, but the amount of knowledge that I have gained through reading and interaction with members here has been astounding. I didn't join because I can't make friends or have a ton of free time to kill, but rather to learn from and talk to folks who are passionate about hookahs and improving the experience. If that is your intent in joining, and assuming that I represent a "normal" new member, I see nothing to change. I was greeted by several folks my first day, became active, and got help on a couple issues, posted some reviews, chatted on TC, and not once was I made to feel less than valued. So, props to the crew.