How about some maturity?

[Critical Recovery]

I know that nobody agrees with everybody.

And the very nature of this particular forum and topic is a very heated and passionate one.
Some topics engender that. Abortion, Religion,etc...
However, this is not what this website is about, and is only an ancillary topic of discussion that those interested in treasure hunting and related activities can partake in at the same site they discuss the main topic at.
There are also topics about TV, sports, food, etc....


But I have noticed that some people carry over any grudges that they may have about disagreements on THIS subject outside of it, and it spills over into the other topics.

Maybe I have done it as well, but I try to catch myself, and if I have I apologize.

I just ask that you look at how you are responding to others and ask yourself "why am I doing this?"

 

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[Backbacon]

I had some idiot push his 2ND amendment views on me in the Coin Roll Hunting Forum and here I am because of it.

 

[Backbacon]

CR. I love that picture of the grumpy cat.

A friend e-mailed me this picture and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. LMFAO.... It's the cat and one of the Dementors from the Harry Potter movies. I just want to show everyone this picture for pure enjoyment, nothing more.

 

[DizzyDigger]

Here's a couple applicable contributions from my library:

or

and then of course there's always Smokey Bear..

Unfortunately, I believe we are simply seeing the evidence of the incredible divisions
of the people that live in America today (not all of which are Americans). Everybody's
got to have a "cause", which leads to the completely out-of-line responses to anyone
who dare question the very foundation of their chosen "sliver of the ever growing pie".

FWIW, I've learned that my lack of tolerance for BS can get me in hot water, so,
I generally avoid any kind of debate as: A) no one is going to change their minds,
anyway, so why waste the time? 2)why should I stress myself over what someone
else believes, thinks, etc., so long as they are not threatening another? People can
think what they want (and they always do), and that's never gonna change, nor is it
my job to convince them otherwise. I've got my "hot buttons" just like anyone, but
then I always do my best and refer to rule 2, above.

Most times it works....

 

[Backbacon]

Here's a couple applicable contributions from my library:

or

and then of course there's always Smokey Bear..

Unfortunately, I believe we are simply seeing the evidence of the incredible divisions
of the people that live in America today (not all of which are Americans). Everybody's
got to have a "cause", which leads to the completely out-of-line responses to anyone
who dare question the very foundation of their chosen "sliver of the ever growing pie".

Sounds like you have had the utmost pleasure of interacting with "some" Pack members.

 

[Chadeaux]

I had some idiot push his 2ND amendment views on me in the Coin Roll Hunting Forum and here I am because of it.

Sorry to hear that, but you may make the same mistake I have made . . . when I see someone in another forum that advocates / attacks (depending on your view) something you believe strongly in (in another topic), SOMETIMES I make a statement that does inflame the other poster. I don't do it to inflame, just a knee jerk reaction.

I've done it, and I'm sure everyone else has at some point.

 

[Critical Recovery]

I had some idiot push his 2ND amendment views on me in the Coin Roll Hunting Forum and here I am because of it.

see.

That is what I am talking about.
That person's views do not make them an idiot just because you don't agree with the view.
Wa it right of them to "push their views?"
Probably not, but I hardly think that someone was trying to make you buy an object. More likely reacting to someone telling THEM that they could not.

If they are wrong, and you have proof as to why, present that proof.

Namecalling just because you don't like what someone says means that you have nothing and you are just trying to vilify them in the eyes of others to support a lack of strength on your part.


I'm just asking that we try to keep the disagreements on THIS issue, in THIS forum.

 

[Rafdog]

Many debates here do get heated. Here are some excerpts from the TOS and Forum Guidelines for all to remember:

"Keep the discussion civil, respectful and on topic. (This is a family friendly website!)"

"You may not.... Impersonate, imitate, pretend to be, or mock another member."

"If you disagree with another member's post, make your comments in a polite and respectful manner."

"Don't use profane or obscene language."

"Don't attack, provoke, insult, or deliberately offend anyone."

"All members are equal, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, education, or experience. Never take a superior tone with, or "talk down" to, anyone."



By the way, this site is in violation of its own rules, as well as any thread starters to the 2A Watchdog sub forum. The following is the excerpt:

"You may not.... Start a thread to specifically promote or discuss politics or religion or respond in a political or religious fashion to a post if it's not somehow tied to treasure hunting."


Cheers!

Raf

 

[Rebel - KGC]

I know that nobody agrees with everybody.

And the very nature of this particular forum and topic is a very heated and passionate one.
Some topics engender that. Abortion, Religion,etc...
However, this is not what this website is about, and is only an ancillary topic of discussion that those interested in treasure hunting and related activities can partake in at the same site they discuss the main topic at.
There are also topics about TV, sports, food, etc....


But I have noticed that some people carry over any grudges that they may have about disagreements on THIS subject outside of it, and it spills over into the other topics.

Maybe I have done it as well, but I try to catch myself, and if I have I apologize.

I just ask that you look at how you are responding to others and ask yourself "why am I doing this?"

Well, MOST THers I know "OPEN CARRY".

 

[Critical Recovery]

By the way, this site is in violation of its own rules, as well as any thread starters to the 2A Watchdog sub forum. The following is the excerpt:

"You may not.... Start a thread to specifically promote or discuss politics or religion or respond in a political or religious fashion to a post if it's not somehow tied to treasure hunting."

Then maybe you should direct your dislike of this forum because you disagree with it's contents to the people who run the website in private as opposed to making a post about it?

Going to someone's house and then telling them how to enforce their own rules is generally considered bad form.

 

[Rafdog]

CR I only posted an observation. Your assumption that I disliked this forum or disagree with it's contents is just that. An assumption. Now... and I quote:

"I just ask that you look at how you are responding to others and ask yourself "why am I doing this?""

If you did not see my post as just an observation then I humbly apologize for not expounding on my thoughts.

See what I did there?

Now to get back on topic:

I agree with you in regards to your opening post. I did see that there were a few in a certain thread that followed you to other threads and started opposing your views even getting close to violating the TOS. That was not the intent of my previous post.

Raf

 

[spartacus53]

Then maybe you should direct your dislike of this forum because you disagree with it's contents to the people who run the website in private as opposed to making a post about it?

Yeah, but don't hold your breath for an answer either

 

[Chadeaux]

By the way, this site is in violation of its own rules, as well as any thread starters to the 2A Watchdog sub forum. The following is the excerpt:

"You may not.... Start a thread to specifically promote or discuss politics or religion or respond in a political or religious fashion to a post if it's not somehow tied to treasure hunting."


Cheers!

Raf

Hi Raf.

I think the fact that Tnet is allowing this to currently be discussed should be a hint that it actually DOES involve treasure hunting.

While it is true that many an acre of land is off limits at this time because of federal or state ownership of it and reserve status, at this time we are allowed to search and keep what is found on public lands and our own land or that of our neighbors (with permission, of course). We can keep what we find.

If the Constitution and Bill of Rights are tossed in the trash heap, guess what else will soon follow. Right now, if you were to find treasure in Yellowstone, you can't keep it. It is property of the federal gooberment. How would you like to have to turn in anything you found in your own yard? Once the freedoms guaranteed under our Constitution and Bill of Rights are gone, they can freely decide to suspend private property rights. That means, much like jolly old England, you would have to turn in anything of value that you found . . . even if it was on your own property as it would now be the property of the federal goobers.

There is a big picture to think of. The Second Amendment is the only thing standing between citizenship and becoming subjects. You may not like guns, you may not like others having guns. However, you must remember that the gooberment is NOT going to give up their guns. They are not going to be nice just because they should be. Humans are greedy. Humans are hateful. Humans are willing to hurt others to get what they want. If there is no prospect of resistance, there is no prospect of receiving respect from those in power.

What the Second Amendment does is gives the people the CHOICE to own weapons IF THEY SO CHOOSE. What too many don't understand is it also gives them the CHOICE to NOT own weapons IF THEY SO CHOOSE.

Once that right is gone, you will have to ask What's his name if you can keep the old watch FOB you found under the front steps of your house.

So yes, this topic IS related to treasure hunting. It may not be popular with some, but it is treasure related.

 

[Chadeaux]

Well, MOST THers I know "OPEN CARRY".

Yes, and I would like to see that they can continue to do so, however, they are coming after handguns once they get their way with rifles and shotguns.

 

[Rafdog]

And you are awesome! I come here to become a bit more educated and you sir or ma'am are a great teacher.

Thank you very much for putting it in words that I can understand. I did not even think of it that way. Relating our Constitutional Rights as a treasure makes sense to me. I take back what I previously posted.

 

[Critical Recovery]

Just once I would like to see intelligent fact based conversation and debate on this issue as opposed to posturing, bluster, trolling, name calling and snarky jabs.

Do you HONESTLY act that way in real life?

Or does the relative anonymity of the internet provide a theater for fantasy and a means to say things without consequence?
It is destroying society and the interaction of human beings.

 

[Critical Recovery]

Who?

No person in particular.

This just ties in with my original post.
I will discuss things on any topic just as I would in real life. But if I think "Would I act that way or say that in real life, in the company of the person?" And if the answer is "no" I excuse myself.

 

[Holly_squirrel]

Just once I would like to see intelligent fact based conversation and debate on this issue as opposed to posturing, bluster, trolling, name calling and snarky jabs.

Do you HONESTLY act that way in real life?

Or does the relative anonymity of the internet provide a theater for fantasy and a means to say things without consequence?
It is destroying society and the interaction of human beings.

Ummmm , it appears to me you are pretending to be the poster child of manners... All the while , your hiding behind it slinging underhanded insults.

 

[Holly_squirrel]

However I do agree that the Internet Is possibly the total corruption of morals and society . It's disturbing really.

 

[wingmaster]

I thought I was wrong once but I was mistaken. LOL