See you all on the other side
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Matt Wynn
Charter Member
i did Roger, but needless to say i fear the crippling blow has been dealt, the community (not just painters but everybody) has been broadsided and is listing dangerously to port... as i say i decided to walk, not shouting off about it. i just decided to hold my head high and call a hiatus on my work... as a few have said, i did need a break... i work on FS projects pretty much every day of the year including new year, Christmas... now (and i've got to be honest here) i feel like a load has been lifted from my back, ok i'm not happy about letting people down, far from it, i've come to respect you all as colleagues, nay friends even... but sometimes you've got to do what you've got to do before you end up blowing a gasket about it.
I'm sorry to say that I missed the thread in question - I don't know why some nasty people can create this uproar!
Most of us here do not tolerate such behaviour.
I would be very sorry to see you, Stalin, go because of this!
Don't let the trolls get you down man! :salute::salute::salute:
Sascha
Maarten -
Charter Member 2016
gman5250
Charter Member
I've been in the background, but have followed all the posts.
For the record, I won't be going anywhere. I think everyone here is entitled to their point; be that anger, frustration, insult or helplessness. It's a bit like watching a train wreck in slow motion.
I'd rather not remain the last man standing on this forum, but at the rate we are alienating precious and valuable talent I fear we may see further casualties.
This forum is my refuge from the ugliness I have to observe and deal with in the real world every day. I love aviation, art and the communal spirit that drew me here in the first place.
This energy has somehow perpetuated itself beyond the scope of the original "insult". I would propose a truce...for a brief period. Possibly two or three days?
Gentlemen and Ladies?
(Ladies is an acknowledgement to Firekitten's presence and is in no way intended to be interpreted as a backhanded insult).
IMHO...
For the record, I won't be going anywhere. I think everyone here is entitled to their point; be that anger, frustration, insult or helplessness. It's a bit like watching a train wreck in slow motion.
I'd rather not remain the last man standing on this forum, but at the rate we are alienating precious and valuable talent I fear we may see further casualties.
This forum is my refuge from the ugliness I have to observe and deal with in the real world every day. I love aviation, art and the communal spirit that drew me here in the first place.
This energy has somehow perpetuated itself beyond the scope of the original "insult". I would propose a truce...for a brief period. Possibly two or three days?
Gentlemen and Ladies?
(Ladies is an acknowledgement to Firekitten's presence and is in no way intended to be interpreted as a backhanded insult).
IMHO...
Maarten -
Charter Member 2016
Agree!
Duckie
SOH-CM-2024
Like gman, I've also been following these posts. I tend to agree with gman. However, that said, I shall not insert myself otherwise except to say that I won't be going anywhere either.
Roger
Senior Administrator
That's great news Steve! Thanks from all at SOH for your decision.:ernae:
Me? I left years ago, haven't been back since. Nor have I missed this place one bit. The person that you currently converse with is an imposter I tell thee!! If he says he's me, don't fall for it, he's one of them thar 'tinternet 'bots, bit like that Max Headroom guy.
s-s-s-s-s-sea ya l-l-l-l-later,
Jamie
s-s-s-s-s-sea ya l-l-l-l-later,
Jamie
Oh, and yeah, I've kept quiet about this stuff, but FULLY agree with Steve. Principles I tell thee, where would we be without them.
Manners too, just because you can say anything on 'tinternet, doesn't mean you should or it's excusable. I was raised with manners and told 'they cost nothing, and earn plenty'.
Jamie
Manners too, just because you can say anything on 'tinternet, doesn't mean you should or it's excusable. I was raised with manners and told 'they cost nothing, and earn plenty'.
Jamie
stuartcox
Charter Member
Oh dear me looks like some ones been feeding Jamie meat again,
Sorry to say, yes, found a couple of Findus Lasagne in the freezer, had them for a while now, anything wrong with them, naaay, I tell thee. Damn tasty fodder.
righty-ho, time to canter back to my paddock,
Jamie
All I can say is that I offer my sincere appreciation and thanks to everyone who creates something for FlightSim; a texture, scenery package, aircraft, gauge, whatever... regardless of the platform.
YOU are adding to the enjoyment of the hobby for everyone, and are helping to extend the Knowledge Base for all.
Model, paint, compile, and flatten forth, and keep creating to your heart's content; some lone voice in the ether appreciates your efforts, believe me!!
-- A Freeware drone.
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YOU are adding to the enjoyment of the hobby for everyone, and are helping to extend the Knowledge Base for all.
Model, paint, compile, and flatten forth, and keep creating to your heart's content; some lone voice in the ether appreciates your efforts, believe me!!
-- A Freeware drone.
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Geez... I'm away for 24 hours and a herd of elephants decides to "#2" on a one of these! I gotta say, I've been a member of this board for nearly a decade. I've never seen the kind of drama that the dark side has, and now that I'm a moderator, I'm even more grateful for that fact.
I know I'm one of the guilty ones that downloads and rarely sends out a thank-you note, but I'll say it here - thank you very much to all the painters, repainters, scenery makers, modelers FDE tweakers, and everyone else that takes time out of their day to give something to the FS community.
While I'm at it, I'd like to express my admiration (but no envy whatsoever) to the staff and admin who do have to deal with the drama that happens on occasion. I'd imagine more than a few grey hairs have been earned over the years.
I know I'm one of the guilty ones that downloads and rarely sends out a thank-you note, but I'll say it here - thank you very much to all the painters, repainters, scenery makers, modelers FDE tweakers, and everyone else that takes time out of their day to give something to the FS community.
While I'm at it, I'd like to express my admiration (but no envy whatsoever) to the staff and admin who do have to deal with the drama that happens on occasion. I'd imagine more than a few grey hairs have been earned over the years.
andersel
Charter Member 2014
I suspect that I am one of many who, being without an artistic bone in their bodies, merely partake of the work of the many talented builders and painters here at SOH.
I am always saddened by the departure of any fellow member (well, ALMOST any member, ahem.) whatever the reason.
I do not know the actual genesis of the current kerfuffle nor do I really want to.
But I would never deign to ask that an individual reconsider a personal decision.
The fact remains that, universally, a**holes will continue to be a**holes. It can't be helped and they can't be eliminated.
All I will say - to those who choose to move on to another chapter in their personal stories - is that I/we have enjoyed having you be a part of this little corner of our collective worlds. We'll all miss your presence. But your beautiful works will always remind us, each time we see them, of how very much you have (and continue to) enrich our community.
Thank you Steve & Matt and all of you who have made (and will make) FS such a joy!
LA
I am always saddened by the departure of any fellow member (well, ALMOST any member, ahem.) whatever the reason.
I do not know the actual genesis of the current kerfuffle nor do I really want to.
But I would never deign to ask that an individual reconsider a personal decision.
The fact remains that, universally, a**holes will continue to be a**holes. It can't be helped and they can't be eliminated.
All I will say - to those who choose to move on to another chapter in their personal stories - is that I/we have enjoyed having you be a part of this little corner of our collective worlds. We'll all miss your presence. But your beautiful works will always remind us, each time we see them, of how very much you have (and continue to) enrich our community.
Thank you Steve & Matt and all of you who have made (and will make) FS such a joy!
LA