This may well be listed as a Crossword help Site but surely to goodness it doesn't hurt to have a bit of friendly banter and chat every now and then. If the likes of Wetblanket ( very aptly named ) doesn't like it then surely he doesn't have to read the threads as they all have a heading giving an indication of the content.
I enjoy coming on to the site to read the various posts even though I have been able to sort out my crossword without having to ask for help.