up to five (and counting) responses from auto-responders stating that different folks are "out of the office". no one cares if you're out, permanently. if you must use an auto-responder/vacation program, fix it to handle mailing lists appropriately.

I am out of the office, returning on Monday August 3rd. I will be checking my email off and on during my vacation, but if this message is critical, please send email to !@$#@*