Let's do something positive

[Tyler]

Originally Posted by T206Collector

And it is an active way to enjoy the hobby and your own collection on a daily basis, without actually making any purchases.

This is so true. I haven't bought a card since the National last summer, but by visiting this forum several times a day, I still feel like an active collector. (Even if I am living vicariously through the rest of your purchases!)

[bigtrain]

members are here to share their experiences, accomplishments and expertise. While I only post a couple of times a week, I read this board several times a day, every day. I am amazed at the collections and expertise that are shared here. I am primarily a book collector. On this board, I can connect with guys like Barry and Max, who I consider the Yoda and Obi-wan Kenobi of collectible baseball books. Or I can read threads by Ted, Leon, Richard and others who are true experts in their areas of collecting. This is supposed to be fun and for most of us it is. It is interesting to see how diverse a group we are in terms of occupations and the like. However, I do not care how many multi-million dollar deals you closed this month, how much money you make, how much your wife makes, what your net worth is, how much you paid for your house, boat or car. I have some friends whose homes are in foreclosure and others who are very wealthy. I do not judge people by those things nor by the quality of their collections. I judge people by their behavior and civility. The theatrics, the threats, the personal attacks, the street language, and other nonsense reflect poorly on those involved and cause me (and I am sure others)to want to avoid them. More importantly, they take away from what this board should be about.

[Bill Stone]

With some things I collect ( travel decals,for example) it is impossible to complete a set but here I can start on a T210 set and have a reasonable likelihood of being able to complete it, in time. I always enjoy the contests and having just won a Delong I am starting today to research that series which gives me great pleasure and I know I can turn to this Board for help. I don't like the harshness that sometimes surfaces on this site but for fun and information it can't be beat. Thanks Leon for holding it together.

[kcohen]

Originally Posted by Bill Stone

With some things I collect ( travel decals,for example) it is impossible to complete a set but here I can start on a T210 set and have a reasonable likelihood of being able to complete it, in time. I always enjoy the contests and having just won a Delong I am starting today to research that series which gives me great pleasure and I know I can turn to this Board for help. I don't like the harshness that sometimes surfaces on this site but for fun and information it can't be beat. Thanks Leon for holding it together.

Delong is one of my favorite sets. Among the most innovative of designs IMO.

What of like about this forum? Three things stick out for me. First, there are several members I've met up with at card shows whose company I enjoy greatly. Turns the National, Philly, etc. into wonderful social occasions. I believe that any hobby worth its salt should lead to rewarding personal relationships. Second, I've become almost exclusively a prewar collector. My discovery and awareness of much of what I collect came from my participation in this forum. Third, it keeps my Seinfeld knowledge and recall fresh.

[barrysloate]

As the most frequent poster on this board (yes, it's true, I've passed Leon for the most total posts in what is possibly the most meaningless statistic imaginable) I guess I very much count on this board being here every day. Despite all the fighting I find it to be a very friendly place, like your favorite neighborhood pub. I think there are a great group of guys here, and I love to learn new things and share my own little bit of expertise. So I really find most things to be good, except all the fighting. If everyone could sometimes just take a collective deep breath, we would all be a lot happier.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by barrysloate

As the most frequent poster on this board (yes, it's true, I've passed Leon for the most total posts in what is possibly the most meaningless statistic imaginable) I guess I very much count on this board being here every day.

I can't believe Barry surpassed me!!

[Leon]

I really, really can't believe Barry surpassed me in # of posts.

[Leon]

I really, really, really can't believe Barry surpassed me in posts . (what, about 12 more and I should overtake him? ) all in good fun.

Thanks Barry...for being the voice of reason more often than not on the board. Though I don't always agree I always respect your opinion. Also, without the board I doubt we would have met in person and spent several nice days together. I am still appreciative of your and Judy's hospitality for taking in a poor guy from Texas for a few days. I felt very much at home when I was in NY. (except for all of the people of course. We are sort of spread out where I live)

[Bicem]

What I like best is seeing the wide variety of collecting interests on the board and hearing about why people collect what they do. I also really enjoy learning about issues that I’m not familiar with and the excitement over new pickups and finds. I simply like having a place to escape the real world and talk about the hobby with other passionate collectors.

Oh, and the ladies.

[wrapperguy]

Have learned a ton from the guys on this Board.
The appreciation of caramel cards by the people here made me take a run at the E95, E96, and E98 sets.
Got to meet two terrific Board members who live in my town and never knew they existed. It would be even more fun to get all the Chicago area collectors together for a dinner or a get-together.
Have had some flawless transactions with guys on the B/S/T.
My collection looks much more complete thanks to the people here.
Am even more excited about my collecting in the future through seeing all of the unbelievable items shown here that might some day find a place into my collection.

I greatly enjoy reading the threads on this Board and look at it as often as I can. But the recent threads with bickering and insults have been a major drain on my enthusiasm for this Board. I know many of you do not know me, but I humbly ask that this Board remain the informative, friendly place where guys like us can meet and discuss our beloved cards, memorabilia, and collections. Thanks and Happy Collecting!