My problem with Royalsfans has been resolved amicably.

[3arod13]

3arod13,

Let me see if I can answer this for you. Before I posted this story, I explained the entire situation to Eric and after some thought, he ok'd the post.

The issue is that I purchased a "game used related" item from a forum member and there was a legitimate, documented problem with it. It would be the same if it was a bat, jersey, etc. Since many members here purchase bat racks for their displays, I felt that it was a post relative to our hobby and was worthy of being posted for any member who planned to do business with this forum member. Since my post, this forum member has stepped up and agreed to take care of the issue. I truly appreciate his responsible way of handling it and that's why I posted this updated information. I dont really think that you can compare my post and yours. They are different as XPFO explained.

I take no joy in flaming a fellow member and that's why I asked Eric first. In so much that it is his site, he can allow, delete, modify etc any post that he deems necessary.

Makes sense. And I agree, "In so much that it is his site, he can allow, delete, modify etc any post that he deems necessary," however, he must be consistent and fair across the board.

My situation was simply asking a question to the forum about a bat on ebay. Everyone does this. I simply asked the forum what their thoughts were. It was then the GUU member saw my question and sent me a threatening email.

Here's how I would have handled it if I were GUU. I would have contacted the GUU member who made the threat (based only on my question to the forum) and advised him that GUU members have the right to ask questions to the forum, and in no way was my question an attack against him to warrant such a threat. Especially when I provided proof (emails) of this threat. Remember, the GUU member saw my question in this forum and then emailed me with the threat.

At a minimum, I would have been satisifed with that. However, it seemed GUU didn't really want to deal with it and downplayed it.

Look, I'm a very respectfully person. I get alone with people well. I did not warrant the threatening attack by a GUU member for posting my question in the forum. I provided proof to GUU of this threat and I feel they could have handled it better. I got the feeling he was being protected and justified, than being held accountable for his actions/threat. To me, that's the bottom line.

I enjoy this forum alot. There are many heated battles at times in this forum. I did not warrant being threatened by a GUU forum member for posting my question. To me, that's the bottom line.

Regards, Tony

[3arod13]

Look, I'm a very respectful person. I get along well with people.

Boy, I have to proof my work.

[intheminors]

Tony,

I didn't want to post either, but I thought I would let you know that I feel your pain.

Almost a year ago, I was also censored and pleaded my case with the new individuals who had taken over the board (one of which that accused me of intentionally trying to break a specific rule). I swore then that I would only be a spectator. I have posted less than 10 times on this board since then (including this one).

I've kept the e-mails I received from the powers that be to remind me why I felt that the censorship was not equal across the board.

To be fair, I do not hold anything personally against the administrators that sent the e-mails. They are trying to make the board better and are doing what they feel they need to in order to take the board to the next level. It's unfortunate to me that I see posts every day that I would like to respond to and this is the one that I choose. And, again to be fair, it is my choice. I'm not dumb enough to think that the board won't go on without me.

So, for what it's worth, I know what you're going through.

Happy collecting.

Kyle

[3arod13]

Tony,

I didn't want to post either, but I thought I would let you know that I feel your pain.

Almost a year ago, I was also censored and pleaded my case with the new individuals who had taken over the board (one of which that accused me of intentionally trying to break a specific rule). I swore then that I would only be a spectator. I have posted less than 10 times on this board since then (including this one).

I've kept the e-mails I received from the powers that be to remind me why I felt that the censorship was not equal across the board.

To be fair, I do not hold anything personally against the administrators that sent the e-mails. They are trying to make the board better and are doing what they feel they need to in order to take the board to the next level. It's unfortunate to me that I see posts every day that I would like to respond to and this is the one that I choose. And, again to be fair, it is my choice. I'm not dumb enough to think that the board won't go on without me.

So, for what it's worth, I know what you're going through.

Happy collecting.

Kyle

Thanks for your comments. Yes, it's frustrating when you know you didn't do anything wrong, yet are left to feel that you did.

If I was the GUU member who made the threat, whether out of frustraciton or not, I would have (after the fact) apologized. From what Chris stated in his post, he talked to the GUU member and said he admitted he overrated. Since he had my email address to send the threat, he also could have used it to apologize, and this post would be a dead issue.

People are people. People have different opinions as we all can see with Barry Bonds. I just need to let this go.

Thanks for all comments.

Regards, Tony

[3arod13]

Tony,

Almost a year ago, I was also censored and pleaded my case with the new individuals who had taken over the board (one of which that accused me of intentionally trying to break a specific rule). I swore then that I would only be a spectator. I have posted less than 10 times on this board since then (including this one).

Kyle

Kyle, I find this truly sad that you have kept yourself from being involved in this forum, especially if you truly enjoy it.

I've heard from some throughout my naval career say, "the Navy s**ks!" When I would hear this, I would always tell Sailors, the Navy doesn't S**K, sometimes people do. However, people do make the Navy.

I enjoy this forum alot. I've learned alot. Met some pretty decent people. However, you have those who get satisifaction out of belittling others. I've seen people make comments and posts where you could easily tell they weren't that knowlegeable, yet, they had nasty comments made to them about how ignorant they are. Some think they know it all and have all the answers, yet feel that they need to bash people, instead of just sharing the knowledge and putting them in the right direction.

I'm 47 and realize times have changed. You can see it in music today with the sexual remarks and language...how common it is for people to think nothing about swearing in public and in the work place, like it's part of the everyday English language. Lack of respect towards others. I can go on and on.

I enjoy making post. I enjoy responding to post. I don't attack people about what they say. Heck, most of the time when I make a comment, which in no way is negative and just my thoughts, people comment on my remarks and somewhat attack me for what I said. Personally, I don't get it. Why people feel the need to be rude and attack others, I will never understand.

However, it won't keep me from enjoying this forum. I refuse to let anyone keep me from enjoying life.

With that said, I hope you'll reconsider and participate more often. This is a great forum, even though now and then you'll have a bad experience with someone. In today's society, that just part of life.

Regards, Tony

[HoustonJG]

I am glad you were able to solve your problem with Jesse

I am on the other hand still in dispute over getting my money back from him He has ignored my prevouis emails, I ordered 3 bat racks from him about three months ago and still have not seen them after being lied to about being shipped out twice I started getting the standard lie with him about he will ship a new set out to me. But of course that never happened

I only bought from him because I saw a post on this board selling racks.
I trusted him and I was burned. i consider the money lost but I hope that other people will think twice before dealing with him in the future.

wish he would have came through as I still need a way to display my bats

Josh

[Vintagedeputy]

Josh - check the original thread on this matter. Its been updated by myself and others who are still having a problem. It seems that Jessie wont reply to emails and he hasnt sent the bat rack that he promised me as a replacement.

Poor customer service at its best.

Jim