Quote Originally Posted by 8-5-8
Point taken George... all I was trying to get at is that we are all Adults here, and the behavior exhibited in alot of threads is quite unbecoming of people of our caliber. We are aficiandos, connoisseurs if you will. Involved in a hobby that is historically enjoyed by people in positions of power and respect. Not that I think we are better than anyone else because we enjoy the finer things, but merely that we should conduct ourselves in a manner befitting gentlemen such as ourselves.

Hell, I'm only 23, but I do try my best to act above and beyond what is expected of those my age. I wear a suit to the office everyday, not because I'm required to, or that I hold myself higher than those around me, but in my business (property management) I believe that a sharp appearance commands respect and instills confidence in those I serve.

I apologize if I have in any way tarnished my reputation on this board, but I get perturbed at the constant childish bickering sometimes.
Absolutely - couldn't agree more!!! You are a rare commodity - I wish others felt the same way you do. There used to be a time when ANYONE appearing in court, no matter the cause (traffic ticket, lawsuit, criminal, whatever) wore a suit and tie. Go to court now, and you'll see ads for every major beer company there is. To me that is a total lack of respect for our judicial system. Further, when there was a time when everyone addressed the police as "officer", that is very rare these days. I don't even want to get into what people address the police as these days. I don't look at it as disrespect for me - I look at it as disrespect for the entire community.

In the real world of properness, though - there are always rogues. Unfortunately, they are everywhere you go. Not everyone at your company shares your thoughts about appropriate dress, demeanor or decorum. Same way on the message boards. What Scotty has done in his previous encounters is demonstrated a total disrespect for entire online message board communities - and it PISSES ME OFF!! Sorry, but I just don't like standing by watching someone engrain themselves on yet another board, with the ultimate goal to establish himself as the king. Scotty's done it before - he'll do it again. That has already caused him to be banned on one board because of the uproar it caused, and totally destroyed another board (although he would have you believe it was beacuse of others because he won't take responsibility for his part in it).

I try the best I can to put forth sensible arguments, and keep them from dropping into the gutter. But then again, I hate banging my head against the wall, repeating the same arguments over and over - with no resolution. Gives me a damn headache! I also hate asking someone to explain something that is obviously devious in nature, only to have them ignore me. I do occasionally drop to a level less than what I should to make a point.

All I can say is - I've not been on the boards for a heck of a long time - but I've seen these kinds of situations resolve themselves over time. It doesn't take a heck of a long time in terms of the ultimate life of the board. This particular board has grown substantially since I first joined up in late April. I see it will continue to grow. Your presence is very much appreciated, and welcomed. Stick around - it'll get better - trust me!!!