"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift... that's why they call it the present."

I do look at it, from time to time (embarrassingly, on my account ).  BUT... if Brian wants to replace it with something totally awesome (like a live-chat option!), then go for it!

I will say it again, I personally enjoyed the old "Who's Online" feature that we used to have.  Some people complained that it was like an invasion of their privacy, but really, isn't everything here pretty much anonymous unless you divulge yourself anyway?  Most message boards, etc. have this function, so it isn't anything new or cutting-edge.  And I personally liked knowing I had company in cyber-Amish Cook-land when I am online, and if I posted something, there might be a quick response/follow-up from someone else.  Just my 2 cents