The way I see, I came in here knowing I can use my ability and knowledge to help others, both new ppl and veterans alike. Those who are new can come here, and be expected to ask a lot, sample a lot, accept a lot, both in the needs, as well as wants and PIF itself, though I wouldnt expect large returns at all in PIF. In helping them grow, they can in turn transition easier, and waste less money and time on needless items and grow into a vet. As Veterans, we will also fall on hard times on occasion, so if an atty is needed, or liquid, we can count on each other to help get by, and understand each other on what we like, and what works, because we get picky, and we know it
. In addition, us vets will regularly try different liquids because we've overcome our needs for strictly
tobacco blends. We usually buy in bulk, and trustworthy vets will immediately give back anyhow. So, to sample flavors is expected. To accept mutiple flavors to try different vendors or flavor variations would be ok, But i would post such to cover my .... in the actual asking, as we all know those small differences, well, make a difference, but when Im looking for that coffee flavor, I'll want 5 variations. To ask for a battery that you've lost, and accepting 20 pms for more, is outright abuse. Unfortunately there are ppl that read the fine lines, and know where to bend, and not get caught, or leave a small doubt, enough to keep their shindig going. Those ppl are generally spotted, and I like seeing ppl speak out when they get busted. PMing will do no good, as the shadows are their playground. The flow only starts to degenerate when a predator is spotted. If the coast is clear, everyone will come out and play. I would like to see some kind of 3 strike rule on the abuse or something of the sort. That way, I know even if I get bamboozled, 2 more and he's out. Occurrences should also be brought into the open somehow, but not to the point of "branding" anyone that may have made a slight error in judgment only once. Its eggshells on that note.
I think jules has worked out some kinks already in the separation of threads. Now I can expect the NEEDS thread to be only for NEEDS, and spot predators quickly. And the WANTS thread, I can relax a bit knowing its a want, just to try something new, and cater to those wants better as well. The swapping and pif are going well aside from one or two questionable persons. I'm REALLY liking the "posting when needs are met" thing. Even a simple "I got ya, pm comming" is enough to inform all participants. I'm just trying to think through a good way to remove the spotted predators as soon as they are spotted, instead of the herd scattering until someone sees that predator leave...its like a big herd of joyful gazelle..but let that lion get spotted..geez. But all in all, I think we have a community that is open armed, very welcoming to newcomers, with no outrageous expectations. With ppl like lulu and Z, the mix is wide, and bases are covered, and everyone is accommodated here...a WIDE range of personalities that mix well, and respect each other. But, knowing we have a great thing going here, I would have no problem protecting it, and showing someone the door that is constantly pushing the envelope to GAIN, instead of give....But I came here to give after all, and help those that are new, or still building to reach that point of having enough, and being content, maybe trying new stuff, just to try new stuff, but ultimately enjoy the ride of it all.
But to answer jules directly..with a tacklebox full of
mods, Unless my tackle box was much bigger, and no new needs have shown in days, Id say visit the swap threads. But a new model to try out, no harm there. I think trust is the key there. I need to know that if I give you my 901 setup, and a need is posted, you'll kick down that 901, or one of your mods to cover it since I emptied my stash to you. Boils down to trust.
