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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 15:32:08 GMT
Ras is not seeking reassurance. He was aware of how he was handling things and after listening to the criticism put to him, he decided to step down FOR THE BETTERMENT of the the forum. There was some frustration because he felt that he couldn't post as a moderator and also as himself because he can be far too emotive at times. Ras felt Gaschat was being labelled negatively by his own personal actions and felt strongly that this was wrong. He'll be back in some guise or other I'm sure, but he won't be a mod again. For what its worth Hugo you have got the role spot on. Really polite and friendly but with your own strong views too. Dale on the I.F is the same and having met both of you in person i can see why you are so suited to the role. Id like the forum to move away from being so personal when people have different views. Haven't been on here long but being respectful its you and a few others who make it personal, you must know this. And now coming across so magnaminous. Let's not beat about the bush you drove the guy away, rightly or wrongly.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 15:37:29 GMT
Very surprised to hear this although not entirely unexpected. Thanks for setting this up Ras and I hope those who drove him away are happy now!
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Sept 1, 2014 15:37:46 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 15:37:46 GMT
If by me saying to Ras on a post that i found his comment arrogant and rude and that as a moderator that was a bit off then yes that is what i said. I also followed that up with a personal message stating that i really enjoy the forum that he put together and that i hoped we could find a way to clash less and i apologised for my part in that. Is that any more personal then what you said to me ? Ill let you decide.
Perhaps a lot of us should think anout how we post ? I certainly get a lot more personal comments then i give out. For whats its worth i totally mean what i said to Hugo he has it spot on
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Sept 1, 2014 15:41:43 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 15:41:43 GMT
Very surprised to hear this although not entirely unexpected. Thanks for setting this up Ras and I hope those who drove him away are happy now! Drove him away ?
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Sept 1, 2014 15:44:43 GMT
Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 15:44:43 GMT
Its appears to me that some who are getting very indignant and emotional should take a leaf out of Ras's book. He clearly stated that he felt his confrontational style might not suit the role of a moderator. I am not sure that I agree but I think Peter Parkers comments were spot on, in that Ras had a vision for this forum which he, perhaps because I cannot actually know, felt was not being achieved. He bowed out without malice nor comment. It takes a mature person to do that, look and learn. I hope he comes back as a contributor, but that's for him. Its not life and death is it. In the meantime, Hugo, keep up the good work.
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Sept 1, 2014 16:00:28 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 16:00:28 GMT
If Ras wanted a witch hunt he would have done it before he left.
He took on board the fact that he may not be the most suitable moderator. He was aware of this long before it was raised by others.
He felt his posts were being wrongly linked to Gaschat and he wanted to sever that link.
He stood down and is taking time off.
He blamed no one.
It's been a difficult decision, a long time in the making.
I hope ALL posters reflect on their own posting here.
Words can harm and words heal. What will yours do today?
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Sept 1, 2014 16:06:26 GMT
Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 16:06:26 GMT
If Ras wanted a witch hunt he would have done it before he left. He took on board the fact that he may not be the most suitable moderator. He was aware of this long before it was raised by others. He felt his posts were being wrongly linked to Gaschat and he wanted to sever that link. He stood down and is taking time off. He blamed no one. It's been a difficult decision, a long time in the making. I hope ALL posters reflect on their own posting here. Words can harm and words heal. What will yours do today? There you go.
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Sept 1, 2014 16:14:27 GMT
Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 16:14:27 GMT
If Ras wanted a witch hunt he would have done it before he left. He took on board the fact that he may not be the most suitable moderator. He was aware of this long before it was raised by others. He felt his posts were being wrongly linked to Gaschat and he wanted to sever that link. He stood down and is taking time off. He blamed no one. It's been a difficult decision, a long time in the making. I hope ALL posters reflect on their own posting here. Words can harm and words heal. What will yours do today? You're next!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 16:18:21 GMT
Heh heh.
There are a team of mods. We are all equals.
Except for Roverdrive.
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Sept 1, 2014 16:37:34 GMT
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Heh heh. There are a team of mods. We are all equals. Except for Roverdrive. Looks as though RoverDrive has some way to go before he's a fully fledged mod!
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Sept 1, 2014 16:44:15 GMT
Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 16:44:15 GMT
Heh heh. There are a team of mods. We are all equals. Except for Roverdrive. Looks as though RoverDrive has some way to go before he's a fully fledged mod! Is that you Tilly, in earlier times? Looking on in some amusement?
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Sept 1, 2014 17:17:18 GMT
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If you need a hand moderating then I could help out as am on here quite a bit. Not sure if I am the right character or not though as can be very opinionated on particular subjects. No Thanks.
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Sept 1, 2014 17:23:00 GMT
Post by Gas Go Marching In on Sept 1, 2014 17:23:00 GMT
If you need a hand moderating then I could help out as am on here quite a bit. Not sure if I am the right character or not though as can be very opinionated on particular subjects. No Thanks. Was there any need for that input? Just the sort of reason I expect Ras has left.
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Sept 1, 2014 17:28:22 GMT
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Post by baggins on Sept 1, 2014 17:28:22 GMT
Gonna miss ya buddy.
Bags.
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Sept 1, 2014 17:29:19 GMT
Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 17:29:19 GMT
Enough is enough. Come back RAS.
We all now have a much better understanding how the odd words can affect our fan base. We all promise not to offend in the future.
Come back RAS and continue this journey that you started. It will all look a lot better tomorrow.
I for one will miss you RAS and so will many others.
Come back now and finish what you started. I feel a song in my heart.....
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Sept 1, 2014 17:31:35 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 17:31:35 GMT
I don't think he's quit for good, just quit running and modding Gaschat.
I'm sure he'll be back!
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Sept 1, 2014 17:41:16 GMT
Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 17:41:16 GMT
I don't think he's quit for good, just quit running and modding Gaschat. I'm sure he'll be back! Hope so. I've even forgiven him for spidergate, and there's not many that I'd do that for!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 17:58:22 GMT
Protest for re-instatement of Ras at next home game!
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Sept 1, 2014 18:01:47 GMT
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Post by wutangkillerbees on Sept 1, 2014 18:01:47 GMT
One of the best going, looking forward to the rastamans return. Jah!
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Sept 1, 2014 18:24:51 GMT
Post by Gas-Ed on Sept 1, 2014 18:24:51 GMT
Shame to lose a respected poster. Look forward to Ras' return.
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