Hi, my name is Scott...

[tashasdaddy]

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hope you have a safe and successful splash.

 

[BoatBuoy]

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When we're in a state of mind that presents an angry, condesending, or argumentative post, we all need to take five and return to the keyboard with better thoughts.

Ahh, a perfect lead-in to another thread - how does everyone relieve stress. I usually blast off a few rounds at the rifle range. Click of the finger, shove to the shoulder, boom - stress reduced. Repeat as necessary. As April 15th approaches, I'll be a frequent visitor to the range.

 

[achris]

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.... Having said that, there isn't one of us, myself included that hasn't typed exactly whats on our mind at one time or another. A day or two later, you re-read that post and cringe. You wish you could take it back, but its too late...

Guilty as charged....

Chris......

 

[moi]

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Haven't been around often enough to get offended..........

 

[skargo]

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hope you have a safe and successful splash.

Thanks, it went great!


VERY flat day, lots of debris from the rivers that feed the Chesapeake. Got plenty of sun and had a blast.

 

[DECK SWABBER 58]

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Scott, don't change a thing.

You have character. THAT'S A GOOD THING.

Kind of rare these days.

You and I butted heads once or twice but I enjoyed it.

I love you man.

Brian

 

[skargo]

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Right back at you Brian! A good debate is mentally stimulating, however, I am trying to remove the insulting aspect

 

[jonesg]

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People who find it difficult to change cannot see themselves as others see them. Eliminating poor attitudes and behavior is impossible if we can;t recognize it, I can't throw the trash out if I can't see it.

When we can see our faults then its a lot easier, especially if its something we no longer accept.

Going public with amends is a very powerfull technique for cutting our ego down to size. Personally I say its the only way, trying to merely act better is just an act that will wear thin.

American Psychologist William James said "spiritual awakenings tend to be of the educational variety" in his book "varieties of spiritual awakenings".
I think thats what you just experienced.

Keep the faith.

 

[avenger79]

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and I want to apologize for my abrasive way of "debating" around here. I'm trying to improve my life in quite a few ways. I'm trying to get in better shape physically. I am trying to be much more aggressive in my wealth building, and last, but certainly not least, I am trying to be NICER! It's hard, but I am trying to think before I type.

Those of you that I have made bad or mean remarks to, I am sorry. To the mods who do a great job around here, I am sorry.

I will do my best to behave, and stay out of potential conflicts on the board.

I hope everyone has an amazing boating season this year, and a Happy Easter tomorrow!

oh man don't go getting all mushy on us now. next thing you'll want a hug.......yuck.


LOL best of luck with the new you.

 

[skargo]

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OK I'm trying, but the more I act positively, the more I have goofballs trying to set me off!

 

[Bob_VT]

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Ahhh this thread is so sweet ........ time for a group man hug ........ we could call it a practice football huddle if anyone should see it!

 

[skargo]

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Ahhh this thread is so sweet ........ time for a group man hug ........ we could call it a practice football huddle if anyone should see it!

Watch were you put your hands Bob

 

[shankforce]

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I wish some of your enthusiasim would rub off on me. Sounds like you have a plan all worked out. Good luck I dont remember if you offended me yet but if you did it does not bother me too much any how.

 

[NelsonQ]

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OK I'm trying, but the more I act positively, the more I have goofballs trying to set me off!

Well this goofball has a bone to pick with you......

Nah, just kidding..... I've read many of your posts and have never been insulted or offended.

I think we all come across a little rough around the edges at times and self awareness is the key to changing this behaviour. Good on you Scott....

One question though? Do you find you're more mellow and relaxed during boating season than during the season? Perhaps the doc can prescribe you "Take to rides, submit your posts the next morning"

I know I'm a much more relaxed (as I'm sure this entire community is) when I'm out floating without a care in the world.

 

[skargo]

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Yes sir Nelson, I am WAY more relaxed and mellow in boat season. I can feel terrible, hop on the boat and all my troubles wash away!

 

[achris]

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Yes sir Nelson, I am WAY more relaxed and mellow in boat season. I can feel terrible, hop on the boat and all my troubles wash away!

Read my signature line....

 

[QC]

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I'd like to hold Scott "100' below" Just kidding . . . You are a good guy Scott for recognizing your forum nature. Comes with the anonymity combined with our passions. LadyFish always has the best suggestions. She's kind of like a Blonde Den Mother . . . Not sure how that's different than a regular Den Mother, but use your imagination . . . I am so screwed

 

[skargo]

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Thanks QC, like i said, I'm trying to be positive in all aspects of my life, even the small, online part

 

[LadyFish]

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..... She's kind of like a Blonde Den Mother . . . Not sure how that's different than a regular Den Mother, but use your imagination . . . I am so screwed

LOL, thats okay Kevin, I've been called a lot worse.

 

[marlboro180]

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Hey Scott,

For what it is worth:

On another forum I frequent ( tractors- NOT boats) there was a guy who had just a ton of knowledge and shared it in many , many posts that were sometimes in excess of a page, for 1 reply no less. History, model interchanges, you name it. He would call a spade a spade and did not mince words ( or so it seemed, but I am sure he edited out a lot of his inner thoughts) In his responses , it was sometimes hard to tell if he was insulting people or just calling it like he saw it. I guess quite a few people there have thin skin.

He was both a boon and a bane to the site. Members got a wealth of information through him and on the flipside the mods got a lot of complaints about him. It came the point that they had to ask him to be nice or leave. He chose to leave.

Then there was a big outcry about where he went. OMG, umpteen pages of where/ how / who made this happen, as in to banish him. It was eventually brought out that it was his choice.

Glad you are making the choice to be more positive, but never give up your backbone.