A Public Apology

[massacre]

Hello all,

I would just like to say that I am truly sorry for my behavior as of late.
I was acting like a total buffoon, making myself look like a complete A-hole.
I'm sure I pissed some people here off, and I apologize to everyone here.

I let something personal get under my skin, and made a bunch of retarded statements that I really should have had the better judgement not to make.

My plan is to spend some time away from the internet, and just concentrate on working on the Merc. I think part of it, was the fact that I have been recovering from surgery the past couple weeks and couldn't really do stuff to the car. IDK about you guys, but when I don't work on my car for a while, I get kinda grouchy/irritable.
I really am a decent guy "in real life", but this little thing really got to me for some reason. It was stupid, and not worth it in the long run, I feel embarrassed that I let it PWN me so badly.

It is also my plan to get in contact with Zack, and work out whatever problems we may have. He has tried to contact me in the past, but I always ignored him. I see now that maybe that wasn't the best course of action.
Upon some reflection, I realize that although I did get screwed over by Zack's actions, it wasn't like he singled me out. He wasn't trying to screw me, personally. I got screwed as a result of his behavior but it wasn't like he was saying "I'm gonna screw that guy masacre".
IDK if we will work things out, but I do owe it to the kid to hear him out. I'm not expecting miracles, but it seems to me that if we can use our powers for good, instead of evil, things would be better.

So, I would just like to say that I am sorry to you all.
There are definitely some awesome people people on this site, sorry I wasn't acting like one of them.

Thank you for your time,

Rob

[MMBLUE]

Apology accepted here. You are a stand up guy. As I have stated before, all opinions are welcome as far as I'm concerned. What is best for the MM community is really what matters. If you let the little crap get to you in life, you spend your life worring about it. I personally look forward to reading your future posts. Your a smart guy and have a lot to offer to ALL of us. ;)

[jstevens]

Sometimes life gets to me as well and I say things I shouldn't.
So don't beat yourself up too bad over it.

[BODYMAN]

Rob, being couped up it is pretty hard and can play with youre head I can understand that probably better then others as I have been thru some tough times also hang in there.. As for a apology I think it takes a real man to stand up and admit if they did something wrong as things got heated up on my 04 sb build thread I make a apology for getting upset also I can say though for you making a public statement like this surely give's me a certain respect for you. Hopefully you can get out there soon and do what we all have in common are MM's :beer:

[CRUZTAKER]

You never offended me personally...
But I can certainly relate to your remorse, the taking the ownership of behavior, and making amends to those you have hurt.

Good job!

I too have been taking personal inventory recently after 30 years of hurting those around me. A little too late for some, but still in time for ME. ;)

[TAKEDOWN]

All g00d in my book... In my opinion it takes a real Man to admit his fault and attempt to make things right!

[-Matt-]

I still love you

[guspech750]

We are only human and make mistakes and such. It's all good.

Sent from my iPhone
Go White Sox!!!

[RacerX]

Your Doc didn't prescribe an estrogen by mistake did he??? :D
J/K! How ya feeling btw? Healing up good bro? You're good in my book! Zack's in that book too. It's tough to come into things later and like lots of people when some may disagree with each other. It's the internet too. You can't sit down and really talk with someone or buy them a beer when needed. Things get out of control quick online. Call him when you're ready! :beer: I'll ttyl!

[rayjay]

Healing up after surgery can play with your head. I'm only 3 months into a 9 month recovery, full year to the new me in total, so I certainly understand. I want to put my DTR on the road this coming week (weather dependant), but I can't even put the battery in it without someones help. :rolleyes: Frustrating....

[Mr. Man]

Healing up after surgery can play with your head. I'm only 3 months into a 9 month recovery, full year to the new me in total, so I certainly understand. I want to put my DTR on the road this coming week (weather dependant), but I can't even put the battery in it without someones help. :rolleyes: Frustrating....
Hey Ray maybe the neighbor has a step stool you could borrow:flamer::D. Sorry Ray I couldn't resist, it's all good:)

[justbob]

I hate nobody. lifes too short, and I have enough stress issues and can't afford even more new meds... Mighty cool of you to write that. I've been wondering about all those deleted posts. Figured something got you hellbent? We all go through it. All good here Rob:up:

[Haggis]

Everything you said about Dom was right on, keep it up. :lol:




I have no idea what you are talking about, so all is good here.

[babbage]

Hey there - hope you heal up good. Post up some vids when you get your beast running... Don't worry she'll wait for you.. ;)

[Cheeseheadbob]

I had to walk away from this and the other site for a while and re-evaluate what and why I was contributing. Upon some introspection, it was not the people posting on the site that were the problem, it was me. Standing back, getting away and regrouping is often a very wise course of action.



Step 8 (http://www.12step.org/the-12-steps/step-8.html) - Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all
Step 9 (http://www.12step.org/the-12-steps/step-9.html) - Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others





I too have been taking personal inventory recently after 30 years of hurting those around me. A little too late for some, but still in time for ME. ;)

[Egon Spengler]

No idea what happened, but you are from MA, so you must be a wicked prick!

GO PAHK YO-AH CAH IN HAHVAHD YAHD! :P

[dakslim]

No idea here either but your apology seems very heartfelt and I wouldn't hesitate having you for a friend.

[Motorhead350]

Good luck on the recovery man. As far as Zack, when that bridge is burned it wont be rebuilt.... unless he likes you and that can take time and lots of it before he will even speak to you again. Been there done that. Good luck man. Work on that Merc!