Yes but, I was taking into account the forum might have been on another server (which is often), so making my own small mysql class works for a persons benefit.
Ive been coding for nearly 7 years and have been contracted on big projects in excess of $500 for a script. My knowledge of coding need not be questioned by you.
ps. I dont like using eval

why use another function when i can simply <?php and ?> around things.
Thanks