I mean, you still have to make a note to the 
seller anyway. And all it does is let Ebay look 
over your shoulder yet one MORE step of the way.

You know, I think it's almost guarenteed that 
someday, as soon as they figure out how to do it, 
Ebay will eliminate *any* way for the seller and 
bidder to contact each other directly - without 
Ebay looking in on it. (*rolls eyes*)

Many Sharp Smiles,
--Drac