AggieDave 6 #1 April 27, 2003 I'm going to go ahead and quit this site for a couple weeks. The vibes here have SUCKED for the past while and frankly I'm tired of it. The site has a way of renewing its self, so I'm hoping that it will do that, since I used to really enjoy it here. Basically, I'm tired of getting flamed for trying to help people. No I don't have all the answers, hell I don't even have a small portion of them and don't claim to, but I'll atleast try to help you with what I do know or try to find you the answer. That is apparently not accepted anymore, so a learning environment, for me atleast, has been lost. Thus, take care, I'm off on a DZ.com vacation, enjoy.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NightJumper 0 #2 April 27, 2003 By the sounds of it I think you are right to take a couple of weeks off. You will come back refreshed and maybe some people will grow up. Be Safe and Blue Skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KawiZX900 0 #3 April 27, 2003 dave, fuk that. this is home and you know it. be your post whore self. the vibes do and do not suk.I'm lookin every day to see Holly at the top of the list everywhere and 'm not. that suks. i've never conected with anyone like the way i connected with her. I miss my 3 hour conversations with her. You r a staple here, post you up on this board so i know theres still peeps out there.dude. i am alone now, and there is no good reason for it. post babble, just post. I was a Holly stalker first class unlimited. just because mad people got hurt recently and the brightest of angels died dosn't mean you have to give up mighty mouse status. save the fukin day or something. it's in need of it. your sense of humor is a welcome part of my life. beers on me when we meet.... Yours in misery,Kyle fkin B Accelerate hard to get them looking, then slam on the fronts and rollright beside the car, hanging the back wheel at eye level for a few seconds. Guaranteed reaction- Dave Sonsky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suz 0 #4 April 27, 2003 That has got to be the nicest reply I've ever read. Good on ya champ!!!!! SAVE AGGIE!!!!!!!!! Don't bother me, I'm living happily ever after Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diverdriver 6 #5 April 27, 2003 Dude, Aggie, Galoot, a wise man once told me when you post advice or try to help you gotta have a thick skin. No matter how right you really are (not how right you think you are) they will still attack you. Yah just gotta be ready for it. I'm going through it right now with my airline. We just had to negotiate a concessionary contract in order to save our jobs. But many pilots are refusing to face reality and have said they will vote no. Despite the best work of our elected officials in the union they don't want to believe. And they are attacking me and many other good people. We just have to go forward. That's all we can do.Chris Schindler www.diverdriver.com ATP/D-19012 FB #4125 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobsled92 0 #6 April 27, 2003 I'm voting NO to strike due it hurting us (CWA) for the simple fact that we need to survive in order to still exhist. Dave taking a break from some people that think their academia to be so profound (yet their common sense to be void) is needed to continue on later. That's why I left for awhile.It's an act of kindness to respond with a "layover". _______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #7 April 27, 2003 hmm if im in a bad mood i just look at the "Welcome Faber",and then it all get much betterdont forget to jump in your vacation Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #8 April 27, 2003 Dave, I kno whow ya feel. I had my gripes with this place before remember my vacation???it lasted about 5 days!You gotsa my email addy use it! My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leroydb 0 #9 April 27, 2003 do what you have to do dude, but i know I appreciate your help and advise...Leroy ..I knew I was an unwanted baby when I saw my bath toys were a toaster and a radio... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #10 April 27, 2003 Dave- DON"T GOOOOOO!!!! You're like the friendly bartender here, ya keep 'em comin' back cause they know what they're in for!...On a serious note, I read your post last night and wondered if something else wasn't going on because that didn't sound like you... For the hell of it, take a few minutes and go through ALL of your 'user posts' ...I did last night, and I gotta tell bud you have way too much to offer here to be shutting down because of the last few days... It's input like yours that go into making this site work. Do what ya gotta do...but don't give others 'power' by backing off. You're a thick skinned Texan...."JOKE 'EM if they can't take a..." ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #11 April 27, 2003 Hi, Dave. So, you took a little heat for sharing your opinion. Good deal. That means several things.... 1. Tons of folk have read that particular thread. Which means tons of people have learned a bit more about the complexities of this sport. Sometimes, it helps to remember that there is value from stating the opinion, even if it is never acknowledged...can you imagine how many people yanked out their gear and took a look, just to see? I'll be willing to bet that there were quite a few. Some of those folks you will not ever hear from, but you were able to teach them a thing or two nonetheless....you aren't always just talking to the person you're responding to... 2. Sometimes people aren't asking for help - or, if they are, they're asking for it only the way they want it. I've been guilty of this in the past...it's like saying "I'm hungry", and then rejecting the Top Ramen noodles offered because I wanted steak. That's my problem, not the offeror's. Likewise here. You gave information, and it wasn't exactly the way the requester wanted. Who's issue is that? There was no personal attack, there was honest concern. Again, who's issue is that? 3. You addressed an issue which, it would seem, several others thought about, as well. It is a concern. This sport kills, and kills fast. There is very little room for error, and his post concerned a high performance canopy choice with very little education about that particular canopy (it would seem). I bought my Spectre at 30 jumps, and didn't know a ton about it...but it was at 30 jumps...you showed a concern for his well-being, training, and safety which he didn't appreciate. Now, who's issue is that? Certainly not yours. 3. The pm I sent you should've told you something....... Look, Dave, we all need to take breaks in our world. Take yours, but know that your input is valued, appreciated, and useful, even though you may not realize it from the responses. There are many people who would be sad to see you leave (temporarily or for good...), and that far outweighs anyone's negative opinion.... Come back soon....you're already missed. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #12 April 27, 2003 Dave, stay and help me drink all this Shiner. Gig em Aggs, I'll miss ya.-------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
misskriss 0 #13 April 27, 2003 Will miss you if you leave.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #14 April 27, 2003 Sweet!! We finally got rid of AggieDave!! Who should we run off now?? Love you Dave!! ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robskydiv 0 #15 April 27, 2003 It's was good to "unplug" from CNN while the war was going on. The rest will be good. But you've got to return. It wouldn't be the same without you. Harry "If you go, we go." BackDraft Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sangiro 26 #16 April 27, 2003 Quote Basically, I'm tired of getting flamed for trying to help people. The best way to avoid criticism is to say nothing, do nothing and be nothing. That's obviously not you buddy.Safe swoops Sangiro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newshooter12 0 #17 April 28, 2003 Aggie - do what makes you happy, but know that I (and I suspect there are others) who will be waiting to read your -beer- post after vacation. matt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billo 0 #18 April 28, 2003 lemme give u some advice, dave...you don't need to go on a planned vacation - just wait weeks between posts - like me! i guess i'm a monthly post whore at best b Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suz 0 #19 April 28, 2003 Quote hmm if im in a bad mood i just look at the "Welcome Faber", I never got a "welcome suz".....where's mine????????????????????? Don't bother me, I'm living happily ever after Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12bhi 0 #20 April 28, 2003 Drink beer it soothes the soul Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #21 April 28, 2003 Quote I never got a "welcome suz".....where's mine????????????????????? Try push "forum"button in the top,when you have a full veiv of all forums,then look in your left corner,just under "home" Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #22 April 28, 2003 "Come back soon....you're already missed. " Ha, its okay Michelle, I shall taunt him till he returns.... Texas? Whats so good about Texas? Wings? They suck, get a real container. Shiner tastes like Avgas. Guns are for guys who can't fight, and glocks are for girls who can't get a man to fight for them. Trucks are for nancy boys who can't afford a real vehicle, and who have to compensate for something. Purple and pink gear is sexy. What the hell does an Aggie know about Russian history anyways. France has a great and noble military history. Country music sounds like a cat pissing on an electric fence. Any fool could have landed there, what was all the fuss about? Packers aren't worth the money. That hat doesn't suit you, neither did the beard. Aggressive downsizing is good for the sport. RSLs rock. So whatcha got to say 'bout all that then big fella? Huh? Huh? You! Yes you, the big guy with the big hat and an even bigger heart, I'm talkin' to you!-------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve1 5 #23 April 28, 2003 Dave, don't go! I may now be the only "Redneck" left on here. I think most folks appreciated the advice you gave.......Steve1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #24 April 28, 2003 QuoteI'm going to go ahead and quit this site for a couple weeks. The vibes here have SUCKED for the past while and frankly I'm tired of it. The site has a way of renewing its self, so I'm hoping that it will do that, since I used to really enjoy it here. Basically, I'm tired of getting flamed for trying to help people. No I don't have all the answers, hell I don't even have a small portion of them and don't claim to, but I'll atleast try to help you with what I do know or try to find you the answer. That is apparently not accepted anymore, so a learning environment, for me atleast, has been lost. Thus, take care, I'm off on a DZ.com vacation, enjoy. I used to post on this site regularly. I'm not sure what Dave is talking about. But, as you can tell from my post numbers lately. I've slipped into the background also. I've found the "vibe" on this site has drasticly changed alot. I can't put a finger on what it is. Not even going to try. It's just a comfotable place to me anymore. Good luck Dave. Don't take off to long. Just sit in the background like me for awhile and read, instead of posting. "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadDog 0 #25 April 28, 2003 BTW, if you really want to get away with this, you have to log off and not log back on..........Just checkin' out Who's Online...........And glad to see you're still lurking. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
