Apparently I hit a nerve, and I apologise for doing so (I had intended a slightly jestful tone to my post, but this was apparently lost, I apologise for not making this clearer).

But do note that I am also a linguist, and even if I were not, I think that I'd still have the right to express my views on the nature of language. I did not intend to tell you how to do your job, and my sincerest apologies if my posts gave a contrary impression. I was merely attempting to engage in some lively linguistic debate. It's what I enjoy, lord knows I don't get enough of it these days...