Thanks @Lizzie—As I go through the Host Board, It seems to me that there is occasionally confusion and a wide difference of opinion when it comes to newer Hosts asking/venting/commenting on a variety of subjects. Some of this confusion is exacerbated when for instance, an experienced off site host makes a suggestion to a newer on-site host.
Splitting the Hosting Boards (That, of course, included a swanky photo of an on-site host, sharing a laugh and coffee with a guest—And another of a posh urban loft with no other humans in sight) might not be a bad experiment?
In many places, Off and On-site hosts face different challenges legally in thier cities and States.
For example, I would venture to say that most Off-Site hosts dont face things like guests coming down for breakfast, not wearing pants? Most On-Site hosts dont spend weekends wringing thier hands wondering if the "All Girls Weekend" in their condo will result in all the wine glasses needing to be replaced on Sunday night for a Monday Check-in.
Obviously the learning curves and experiences, goals and motivations are completely different when a host is dealing with guests in groups in their non-resident property, vs a host who accepts people into their own space. The experience is completely different, and both types of host are presented with their own set of challenges, joys, responsibilities, etc.
Again, I am in no way saying one or the other is more important, easier, harder, or special. I understand we are one community all working towards the same goal, but if we could take for granted one thing only, that when we need help or want to share something, that we are probably in the right place to begin with, and our audience immediately relates—it could take half the time to get a response and possibly alleviate some frustration and resentment.