Bob Denman
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I was concerned about what he posted, because I didn't honestly remember if I might have been one of those, who dissed him... :shocked:
(I didn't)
(I didn't)
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farewell
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kep-up
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I do thoroughly enjoy the old DooWoop music. (no matter why it's posted) :clap:
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hyea::thumbup::yes::bowdown::cheers:
Cruzr Joe
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ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
The first thing I did when this was posted was to go back and look at all the OP's posts. I saw no instance where any of the members went on any kind of attack.
Sorry to see any one go over perceived "attacks." IMO--there were not any in this situation.
Sorry to see any one go over perceived "attacks." IMO--there were not any in this situation.
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SpyderAnn01
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He said farewell and obviously he meant it.
enigmatic biker
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PLEASE ACCEPT MY RESIGNATION. I DON'T WANT TO BELONG TO ANY CLUB THAT WILL ACCEPT PEOPLE LIKE ME AS A MEMBER". Groucho Marks
To all you posting counters, the issues that prompted my decision were in the form of private message replies to comments I made in public forums. They were malicious and hateful and an obvious attempt to "bully" the new guy. I am also fully aware that there are those lacking in manners or courage who will say things in a blog/forum that they would never dare saying face to face in person. I am not one of those, so cast aspersions in my direction if it makes you feel better, but I have been a member of this forum for over a year, and I simply do not feel welcomed here.
My guess is that there are a very large percentage of forum members who are relatively silent and prefer to lurk and not participate because of similar incidences. All I am saying is it doesn't feel good to me here, so if that offends the 99.8% of you who are not jerks, I apologize to you. My retreat should be of no great matter one way or another. I just simply wanted to speak my peace and say why. Again, peace out.
To all you posting counters, the issues that prompted my decision were in the form of private message replies to comments I made in public forums. They were malicious and hateful and an obvious attempt to "bully" the new guy. I am also fully aware that there are those lacking in manners or courage who will say things in a blog/forum that they would never dare saying face to face in person. I am not one of those, so cast aspersions in my direction if it makes you feel better, but I have been a member of this forum for over a year, and I simply do not feel welcomed here.
My guess is that there are a very large percentage of forum members who are relatively silent and prefer to lurk and not participate because of similar incidences. All I am saying is it doesn't feel good to me here, so if that offends the 99.8% of you who are not jerks, I apologize to you. My retreat should be of no great matter one way or another. I just simply wanted to speak my peace and say why. Again, peace out.
Pampurrs
Pragmatic Member
Sorry you feel that way. Best wishes to you, whatever you decide to do. I hope you find your place in the universe. :thumbup:
Pam
pitzerwm
New member
Any stupid PMs are uncalled for, but based on what you have posted and the posted responses, it doesn't make any sense that anyone would jump on you for it. From what I have seen on here is that from time to time everyone is nailed for something.
I was new in Nov. and I posted a few controversial threads and while people disagreed with my view, no one jumped on me. Check out "Seatbelts on a Spyder"
Whether its here or any place in life, when someone that isn't putting money in your pocket or you are not sleeping with, gives you their opinion that isn't solicited, either think it or tell them, "your opinion don't mean crap".
I was new in Nov. and I posted a few controversial threads and while people disagreed with my view, no one jumped on me. Check out "Seatbelts on a Spyder"
Whether its here or any place in life, when someone that isn't putting money in your pocket or you are not sleeping with, gives you their opinion that isn't solicited, either think it or tell them, "your opinion don't mean crap".
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Farewell indeed
See ya!
See ya!
ThreeWheels
Active member
Isn't this an example of what the Original Poster is complaining about ?
He feels the need to leave because his posts were beat on, and now we have people reviewing all his posts and telling him he's wrong for feeling that way.
Who knows what may have happened in Private Messages, or what the OP's sensitivity level is. Harassment is in the eye of the receiver.
I understand, I only post about once a week now for similar reasons.
One small point...............It's only a forum. If posts get you that upset, then the OP has the right solution. Better to stay away from these posts and live in the real world. It's way too much work to get into an argument in cyber space.
After all, if your post count is higher than your mileage, then even with the best of intentions, some of your posts are bound to insult someone or other.
He feels the need to leave because his posts were beat on, and now we have people reviewing all his posts and telling him he's wrong for feeling that way.
Who knows what may have happened in Private Messages, or what the OP's sensitivity level is. Harassment is in the eye of the receiver.
I understand, I only post about once a week now for similar reasons.
One small point...............It's only a forum. If posts get you that upset, then the OP has the right solution. Better to stay away from these posts and live in the real world. It's way too much work to get into an argument in cyber space.
After all, if your post count is higher than your mileage, then even with the best of intentions, some of your posts are bound to insult someone or other.
Bob Denman
New member
:agree: :2thumbs:
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I think most people are expressing their regret, and wish him well.
Pirate looks at --
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No excuse
i have been a member of this forum for two years. Any PMs I have received have been very nice and considerate. There is no excuse for people sending malicious, and hateful PMs, and you should out them for it. I can guess who a couple of them might be. I have those people on "ignore" as they never have anything to say that is worth reading. They just like to hear themselves type:roflblack:. I am sure that won't stop PMs from the nasty ones, but because I have them on ignore, I don't read their junk, I don't respond to their junk and they forget I am on here. Wish you well.
i have been a member of this forum for two years. Any PMs I have received have been very nice and considerate. There is no excuse for people sending malicious, and hateful PMs, and you should out them for it. I can guess who a couple of them might be. I have those people on "ignore" as they never have anything to say that is worth reading. They just like to hear themselves type:roflblack:. I am sure that won't stop PMs from the nasty ones, but because I have them on ignore, I don't read their junk, I don't respond to their junk and they forget I am on here. Wish you well.
MRH
Active member
The OP started this thread, and doing so invites the opinions of others. If you really want to walk away, then you walk away. There was a clear and reasonable expectation that this post would incite strong reactions, and it has.
Yes, feelings are important, but our feelings don't necessarily make a situation true. Harassment is not in the eye of the receiver, it has a slightly more objective definition:
1.to disturb persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; bother continually; pester; persecute.
Here is another definition, this time of a personality type:
1.denoting or pertaining to a personality type or behavior marked by the expression of negative emotions in passive, indirect ways, asthrough manipulation or noncooperation:
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Bob Denman
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:agree:
Private Messages: They are very useful for several reasons:
1. You wish to exchange information with someone, and it doesn't need to be publicly broadcast.
2. You're telling a REALLY funny joke, and it would surely get you banned! (Right, Cuzn?)
3. You have a question that perhaps doesn't fit into an existing thread easily.
4. You're a real chicken-:cus: :cus:-hole, who doesn't want folks to see how poorly you can behave...
I normally try to avoid #4...
wyliec
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:agree:
Private Messages: They are very useful for several reasons:
1. You wish to exchange information with someone, and it doesn't need to be publicly broadcast.
2. You're telling a REALLY funny joke, and it would surely get you banned! (Right, Cuzn?)
3. You have a question that perhaps doesn't fit into an existing thread easily.
4. You're a real chicken-:cus: :cus:-hole, who doesn't want folks to see how poorly you can behave...
I normally try to avoid #4...
I hesitate to tell you this; but, I received a P.M. a while ago from someone who's been placed on a pedestal here. One of his friends interceded, and told him he was wrong. There was no apology, and I now consider this person a number 4; but, everyone here still has him on that pedestal. In case you're wondering, he doesn't live south of NYS.
Bob Denman
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PM me some more details... :thumbup:
