I agree with the smiley faces. While an excellent means of communicating, the written word can be cantankerously difficult to achieve the absolute proper meaning sometimes. I often forget about the smilies but regret afterwords when I should have used one...
I have managed to make it though a significant portion of my life without taking certain types of suggestions, especially when someone uses the phrase "you would be wise...". It raises the hackles on the back of my neck almost instantly. So in this particular situation, I think I'll forgo the suggestion and follow my own experiences and instincts. But thank you for thinking of me, I appreciate it.
Best Regards.