Greetings Randal,
I cannot be sure how to respond to someone who's logic is to
state he suspects the list has restricted his response - since I am
reading his response on the list.
(This is major brake with rationality #1)
I, personally, did not read all the back forth posts to which
you refer, as so many like me pick and choose which threads to follow.
I consider myself both limited in insight, therefore, while, at the same
time free of any biases as I read your post.
You next attack Mike Farmer for dropping out of college because
he was making so much money Gee, Mr. Gregory - while I certainly
do consider a college education well worth having to provide one with
a broader perception and appreciation of the world, history, other cultures,
etc. it is not the be all and end all. As Bob Dylan said, much which is
learned is useless and senseless knowledge (I would add that a great
deal goes into understanding the difference between wisdom vs knowledge,
but no one can debate the fact that college does not provide one with
wisdom, only knowledge). Furthermore, sad to say, but the truth is that
the vast majority of people attend college for the nearly exclusive purpose
of earning more money. Second most popular motivation is to provide one
with the option of pursuing an interesting and meaningful career.
Therefore, to attack MF for leaving college to pursue his passion (which is
obviously financially rewarding) is both irrational AND lacking in
appreciation of living one's life in the way that is most meaningful to that
individual.
(so far, that's zero for two, Mr. Gregory).
Now, as to MF's character well, that doesn't need expanding
upon. Mike frequently expresses himself in a way that, as he says, indicates
he is in need of increasing his meds.
So, in the end, you appear to be 1 for 3 and that is stating the
obvious. However, I do hope whatever the dispute was about to begin with
was addressed by you in a more rational manor than your latest post,
because, frankly, Mr. Gregory, anyone who STARTS a post ranting about
how they are being persecuted by Meteorite Central via their posts being
censored has pretty much painted themselves into a corner of near zero
credibility before they have gotten started.
Sincerely, Michael Blood (PS: I occasionally get ticked off at MF,
myself, as, like all of us, he is less than perfect {he just expresses his
imperfection more loudly and aggressively than most of us})
on 2/26/07 1:08 PM, Randall Gregory at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Gentlemen,
Does meteorite-central censor posts? Is freedom of speech restricted? I
don't know. I wanted to respond to Mr. Farmer's repeated assults on my
character, but apparently my reply doesn't make to the list. Anyone know
why? Below is the post I tried to send. It is not an abusive post and I
refrained from name-calling, only facts and personal observations.
Randall
Dear List,
Thanks for the support. I can take the heat, but only for so long. My
turn to respond. The fire was quite large and many people so willing to
throw in a log or so. My tongue is sore from repeated biting. lol ;)
Anyway,
I've made a few enemies and some new friends. I treasure opinions and
insights from my friends. Some have given me solid information,
opinions, and good advice. And others wellŠ
*The intelligent and level-headed people that have kept up with the thread
saw thru the psychology. The biggest fish to come out of the net was Mike
Farmer. The globe-trotting, aggressive, and very greedy meteorite hunter. He
was the most offended thus, the most potential risk. He'll jump on a plane
at moment's notice to anywhere in the world where he thinks he can make a
profit. He's been to Atacama , Chile and he knows South America* . He's
always hawking and looking for opportunities.
Anyone that threatens to have me killed, calls me a friggin idiot and jerk,
says everything I've done is a scam, said the crater was a volcano cone, and
started a link with the subject: Peruvian nut job , sparked my interest. I
wanted to know what type of person he is and what is his character. I think
my impression is accurate. Here are his comments :
What a frigging idiot this jerk is. WOW, thieves stole lots of $. It
tends to happen, and outside the meteorite world I might ad. This guy is
truly a nutcase. I have seen the photos of his crater. It is not a crater,
there are no meteorites, it is all a scam.
He also said in another forum:
It is NOT meteorite. Most likely a lightning struck something and melted
and scorched some stuff. Again, NO Meteorite fall in Tucson :( *??? Profit
motivation ???*
Mike Farmer
It appears he's so quite to dish it out. But can he take it? *Someone
labeled him a crybaby and he quit the forum because of it!*
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* From: Space Rocks [EMAIL PROTECTED]*
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