rgoper 0 #1 December 2, 2001 ... when i'm wrong. (although i hate to, but that's just testerone speaking) i was wrong, when i first attacked another sky diver in this forum for being low time, high tech, then another for being, in my opinion, for not "being quite right" i went overboard, i want to take this opportunity, to sincerly apologize to the entire sky diving community, as well as the "head honcho" of this site for being a "prick" it's funny, you don't really know someone, then when you meet them, there actually way more congenial and intelligent than they seem. but i'll be the first to say, i will from now on, second guess my first impressions, and go with what i know, i am 42 years old, and still learning, i'm a big enough man to admit, openly, and freely, i was wrong for jumping to conclusions. a lesson, well learned. i belive in the ying/yang theory, and i believe it all balances out, i hope my nationwide apology is well accepted, it is my prayer that it will be, all i can do is ask for forgiveness. ramon, zennie, and slappie, (i think) are not bad people at all, i appluad their abilities, and look forward to jumping with them soon, if they will! i'm taking a chance here, and i know it, but i have to say, what's in my heart.Blue Skies, Hot DaysRichard"Gravity Is My Friend" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #2 December 2, 2001 Right on... Why is Alex tugging on your sleeve with his beak? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chicagoskydiver 0 #3 December 2, 2001 Appology accepted, brother!! We've all said or done things and later regretted it. It's just part of what it is to be human. Blue skies!!Hackey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #4 December 2, 2001 I had lost all respect for you....then in one simple post it is all there....I can't wait to meet you and jump with you. It'd be my honor.I have been in your shoes before and I know it is not a good place to be....I applaud you.blue ones brother,(if I can call you brother)MarcRes Firma Mitescere Nescite Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgoper 0 #5 December 2, 2001 skymedic et al:thanks for being understanding, it is deeply appreciated. my heart is contrite, and i am sorry for my bad behaviour. you people have every right to tell me to base jump without a rig, and i wouldn't blame you. my sentiments are genuine, although hard to admit, so i think you can relate to what i'm going through. i jumped out of the same aircraft as zennie, and ramon today, and saw a bunch of my firends from sdsl, it was good seeing them, and i'm looking forward to a continued great repoirt. (s?) and sky medic, i owe you an apology, yes, we are brothers, and you have my sincerest apologies for stating otherwise, and being rude to you. thanking everyone in advance for there understanding in this matter. peace to all.Kindest Of Regards:Richard"Gravity Is My Friend" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramon 0 #6 December 2, 2001 I knew that before you posted it. no offence ever taken..ever.The internet does not relay sarcasm well, so it can be misinterpreted, I've been in my own share of fights on rec.martial.arts (1994..I'm old skool brazilian jiujitsu) and rec.skydiving (I beleive I was called a "snivelling pussy" by 'Mr.Mom"..whose ass I could kick in reality see jiujitsu above..but that is inconsequential, I stopped there and ended his troll and...well..it is gone in posterity".friends are made and lost overnight in the internet and well....friends you can see are better anywayfuck it and drive on. Like real life, just avoid making enemies that might return to haunt you.bloo skiesramonPS just dont' forget...the majority of active skydivers out ther have more jumps than you if you have less than 500. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramon 0 #7 December 2, 2001 The skydiver "500 jump" comment was not meant as anything in reference to this board either, but just for...I dunno DZ protocol etc.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #8 December 2, 2001 hey rgoper,thats pretty big of ya, man. aparrently we were all jumping to conclusions. but hey i hope you werent TOO pissed of at me i was having fun with the silly little insults haha it was like a family reunion. seriously, when i got back to my computer i was gonna delete my last post but it was already locked out. thats not what this .com-munity is usually like. we all have different opinions and occasionally we get pissed off. but what matters is that we can all say hey "i was outta line to keep egging you on like that" hope there arent any hard feelingsHave fun, LIVE FREE, SkydiveJT Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #9 December 2, 2001 I have to say I am deeply humbled by this post. Especially since I myself have been guilty of blurting out totally inappropriate things many times, both in person and online, and I realize that I have, on occasion, been a total prick. Thank you, rgoper, for having more courage than I ever had, and I promise I will never misspell your name again!Speed RacerWhat contemptible scoundrel has stolen the cork from my lunch?!-WC Fields Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #10 December 2, 2001 Like I mentioned in my email to you. No worries.These types of things can get way out of control very quickly. And everyone winds up saying things they regret later. So if I've said anything to offend you or anyone else here, I'm sorry as well.Look at it this way. Skydivers are family. Family will get into fights sometimes (I remember sucker punching my bro once when I was 12 ) but it doesn't mean we don't still love each other. Same deal here.So, at least as I'm concerned, ther fight's over, a big group hug for everybody, and now let's get back to having fun skydiving! "Wear the grudge like a crown. Desperate to control. Unable to forgive. And we're sinking deeper." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skreamer 1 #11 December 2, 2001 Quotei hope my nationwide apology is well acceptedActually your apology is accepted world-wide! (bloody yanks thinking they're the only ones on the forum.... - JK!!!). Your apology probably took a lot and I admire the fact that you had the balls to make it. (if you're ever over this neck of the woods, stop by Hinton - the weather sucks but its a good laugh!).Will Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airann 1 #12 December 2, 2001 Nice! See how everything just works out. Very good then... I will be airborne again pretty soon. Hopefully.I was terribly upset not to have been there this weekend. Especially since I said I would be. But, I understand it was rocking and it was the only cool place to be this last weekend.! That is very awesome.I am all in for the group hug, but I am not standing next to Slappie, he will have his hands on my ass againand likely try to frame somebody else. AirAnn of http://www.AirAnn.comMultimedia Page: secret link- upper left hand corner Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #13 December 3, 2001 Quotebut I am not standing next to Slappie, he will have his hands on my ass again and likely try to frame somebody else. HELL YEA BAYBAY!!! I aint no dumby!!My New Website with 24hr Chat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sangiro 26 #14 December 3, 2001 Richard, Showed some rocks there. Welcome back! Remember though, "African ass", not "British ass"... Safe swoopsSangiro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgoper 0 #15 December 4, 2001 HH:i'll keep that in mind! i'll be good from now on, sky diver's honor! LOL :)Blue Skies, Hot Days!Richard"Gravity Is My Friend" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FallingILweenie 0 #16 December 4, 2001 Skydivers have honor? In that whole "sure i won't drink your beer" or that whole "you can trust me around your sister" way i suppose.....hehehe Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgoper 0 #17 December 4, 2001 There you have it............VIOLA!Richard Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
