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My76Strat 03:53, 14 February 2011 (UTC)
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edit{{help me}} This seemed the most intutive way to communicate. I just edited an almost-empty page, "Duncan's Taxonomy," which seems fair, since I'm Ralph Duncan, author of the taxonomy (long ago). It's gratifying that people still find the taxonomy useful. In short: I merely added the major categories (the page didn't list the taxonomy). Will tackle its orphan status in a subsequent outburst. Despite advanced age, this is my first attempt to contribute to Wikipedia. Please advise if I'm already going astray. Thanks! Ralph Duncan
- Hello there, Mr. Duncan. Great to meet you. The taxonomy is a fascinating idea, and indeed, it has stood the test of time.
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- With the best of wishes, Chzz ► 06:33, 14 February 2011 (UTC)
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