A public apology to Izzy and Aloha_Shooter

[CS1983]

Last weekend, on the topic of the GayTFE issue of the Q Honey Badger, I made a few posts in reply to Izzy and Aloha_Shooter that were, in a word, inappropriate.

While we all may agree or disagree on any number of topics, or a range of views within a given topic, that gives me, nor anyone else, no right to be vicious or crude to anyone.

I offer my apology, and an invitation to send both the actual cost of a 6 pack of their choosing via PayPal Gift/Friends/Family or Venmo should they so choose to accept.

I also apologize to the forum and viewing public who were offended or scandalized by the things I said.

I have removed/redacted those things I have come to recognize as in appropriate, and anything which remains I either stand by or did not find to correct, and will correct remaining posts upon notification.

No mod or member brought this to my attention nor requested/encouraged/enforced this post.

I thank you all for your continued support of this great community.

[Aloha_Shooter]

I don't recall the replies but thanks for this. We all say or do things we regret later, especially when discussing controversial issues; most of us will be quiet about it afterward and hope it goes away with time. Rather than sending me a 6-pack or any money, I'd invite you to make a donation to one of the American Legion fundraisers for veterans in need, drop a fiver in the Salvation Army red kettle, donate something to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots, or something similar.

Good on you.

[theGinsue]

WOW!

This thread is a perfect example of why I love this site and its members so much.

Somehow I missed the offending post(s) but it looks like, through this thread, things are getting worked out.

As a site Admin, I see things from time to time that I feel compelled to act on. Sometimes I fail to recognize that a member didn't necessarily mean to come off the way I took things or maybe they did, but.. While I try to be level-headed in my responses, I sometimes react inappropriately. It's those times that I've had to publicly swallow my pride and eat crow. I know first-hand how hard it is to make a post like this because I've had to do it a few times myself. I commend you for having enough respect for your fellow members to do this - it is a true reflection of your character. Thank you!


ETA: Excellent response Aloha_Shooter. Just another reason I love this site.

[izzy]

Well that is pretty awesome! Thank you.

I was pretty mad at that three at the time but honestly hadn't thought about it since. I really don't need the need the beer.

[Gman]

Sure wish there was a 'LIKE' button. I don't really need to add anything since it's already perfect.

I just want to get in on the 'group hug'.

[ruthabagah]

I try not to judge people over their mistakes, we all make some, but on the way they handle them. You deserve a solid 9 out of 10. If you want a 10, add me to the beer run.

[WillysWagon]

Good thread all around !

[Bailey Guns]

Sure wish there was a 'LIKE' button. I don't really need to add anything since it's already perfect.

I just want to get in on the 'group hug'.

In my case I'd like to see a "Been There, Done That" button. I'm embarrassed to admit it but more than once I've let my emotions get the best of me and found myself making a public apology. Even worse there are times when I probably should've and didn't.

Cheers, CS1983. As usual, you handled it like a pro and your post serves as a good reminder to me to keep things in perspective.

[Duman]

We've all done things that, in retrospect, were not the best course of action.
I've made more than a few apologies along the way.

That being said..... DIBS on the unclaimed beer!!!!!!

[AirbornePathogen]

I also missed the offending post, but I will tip my hat to CS1983 for having the maturity to realize the mistake, and the intestinal fortitude to publicly apologize and say "Mea culpa." We really do have a higher grade of people on this forum, which is one of the things I love about it.