Freakystyley85 isn't the only one; another BBS regular, kaykaysims2, created Sims 2 Backup in direct response to EA's failure to maintain their forums.
It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that the forum members are angry when the few threads that are posted have titles like EA Support # 1-650-628-1001 - call and complain and Oi!!!!! EA!!!! Get this sorted!!!! EA once again proves customer service is rock bottom on their list of priorities by not responding at all. Good luck following those links.
The one thing EA has managed to get right is their generous offer to match any donations made to support the American Red Cross relief efforts in Japan. GG for real this time, EA.