Sorry to hear of your experience
Ralph--
Sorry to hear of your own OBC experiences. We have traded multiple times in the past, but I never knew you had been in OBC. Your time must predate my membership which began in 2002--pretty much a long time ago.
My own experiences are just about the exact opposite of yours. I spent a few days in Detroit this week and had dinner with a few OBCers. Yes, cards traded hands, but I enjoyed relaxing in a sports bar for a few hours talking about our families, and the hobby as much if not more than the cards.
I was lucky enough to win a square in our Super Bowl pool--where cards are sent to the winners, so I returned home to a number of envelopes. It is always pretty cool to get cards in the mail.
I have to believe the OBC of today is a far cry from your own experience.
Happy collecting.
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