I just tried to edit a thread and the edit box came up with every character interspersed with a smilie . I tried to correct my typo but on saving it nearly the whole post disappeared.

Is this a known glitch?

This has been happening for a few days. It's something with the system, but I don't know what. A year or so ago we had the same issue. Just be patient with us, and umm... don't make any typing mistakes or have any additional thoughts that would require editing.

(I've become the queen of the 2nd post replacement - posting a follow up in lieu of being able to edit)

I'm glad it wasn't just me being a numpty!!lol!!

Yah, there has been a serious smiley attack! It is kinda like Wal(s)mart has started to rule the cyber-world. Scary, eh.............. :) :) ,etc.