An Apology - 10 Years in the Making

Pearl34Jam · April 27

Hello all,

It’s been about 10 years since a much younger, less wiser me had made a post on here trying to rally together fellow (at that time) supporters of the individual that is present day residing (when not golfing) in the White House.

Back then I was quite active on the forums and was still a teenager - not having fully developed my own political beliefs and instead followed along with the views of those around me by default. In the time since, I have greatly changed for the better and feel resentment and regret for how I was and portrayed myself.

For years I have wanted to come on here to make this discussion post but my anxiety always stopped me from doing so. I am well aware that that discussion and my comments there and other posts are 99.99% long forgotten, but I’ve always been hesitant in coming back to post really anything once I had begun to rethink my old ways of thinking. I felt anxious that any time I’d post again, my post/comments could be pulled up and there would be an impression of me that is now outdated and no longer true.

With all that said, I would like to apologize for what was said in A Moving Train way back then and hope that anyone who has seen any past comments of mine here and somehow remembers can forgive me.

Now - I will get out of here and appreciate anyone who has read this through.

Thank you.

mickeyrat · April 27

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elegantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

benjs · April 27

mickeyrat said:

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elephantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

I know autocorrect was partially responsible for mickeyrat’s comment, but I’m also grateful for your elephant comment.

F Me In The Brain · April 27

benjs said:

mickeyrat said:

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elephantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

I know autocorrect was partially responsible for mickeyrat’s comment, but I’m also grateful for your elephant comment.

OP, I agree with Mickey.
We all can change and evolve. (For better or worse, but hopefully for better.)

Hobbes · April 27

benjs said:

mickeyrat said:

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elephantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

I know autocorrect was partially responsible for mickeyrat’s comment, but I’m also grateful for your elephant comment.

He's a Trunk supporter.

F Me In The Brain · April 27

Hobbes said:

benjs said:

mickeyrat said:

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elephantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

I know autocorrect was partially responsible for mickeyrat’s comment, but I’m also grateful for your elephant comment.

He's a Trunk supporter.

touche

benjs · April 27

Hobbes said:

benjs said:

mickeyrat said:

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elephantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

I know autocorrect was partially responsible for mickeyrat’s comment, but I’m also grateful for your elephant comment.

He's a Trunk supporter.

I herd that too.

mickeyrat · April 27

benjs said:

mickeyrat said:

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elephantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

I know autocorrect was partially responsible for mickeyrat’s comment, but I’m also grateful for your elephant comment.

speech to text

mickeyrat · April 27

Hobbes said:

benjs said:

mickeyrat said:

To start, sign of growth and maturity to even admit this to oneself but the views they once held were wrong. It's an even greater sign when you're willing to publicly admit such. So I thank you for your courage and what's a suggest to you is to hang out a while and offer your newfound perspective, I would find it valuable the way you so an elephantly spoke in your post. That sort of thing is sorely needed you. So thank you and welcome back.

I know autocorrect was partially responsible for mickeyrat’s comment, but I’m also grateful for your elephant comment.

He's a Trunk supporter.

WAS .. . RIF.

brianlux · April 27

Pearl34Jam said:

Hello all,

It’s been about 10 years since a much younger, less wiser me had made a post on here trying to rally together fellow (at that time) supporters of the individual that is present day residing (when not golfing) in the White House.

Back then I was quite active on the forums and was still a teenager - not having fully developed my own political beliefs and instead followed along with the views of those around me by default. In the time since, I have greatly changed for the better and feel resentment and regret for how I was and portrayed myself.

For years I have wanted to come on here to make this discussion post but my anxiety always stopped me from doing so. I am well aware that that discussion and my comments there and other posts are 99.99% long forgotten, but I’ve always been hesitant in coming back to post really anything once I had begun to rethink my old ways of thinking. I felt anxious that any time I’d post again, my post/comments could be pulled up and there would be an impression of me that is now outdated and no longer true.

With all that said, I would like to apologize for what was said in A Moving Train way back then and hope that anyone who has seen any past comments of mine here and somehow remembers can forgive me.

Now - I will get out of here and appreciate anyone who has read this through.

Thank you.

To be honest, Pearl34Jam, I don't remember any of your posts from ten years ago or even if I was on here ten years ago. But I can honestly say, even if I did remember any of that, none of it would have any bearing on how I feel about you. How could anyone hold any of those old tapes against you, both it light of how long ago it was, and especially in light of your fine words are here? And by that I mean, what you said goes beyond politics. It goes to a place that is truly thoughtful and motivating. I think what you said is terrific. I hope I could be that unpretentious and humble myself more often. You set a fine example.

OnWis97 · April 27

I remembered nothing. Barring you being particularly rude to individuals I don’t see an apology as necessary. That said, I appreciate anybody’s ability to learn and grow.

cblock4life · April 27

It’s so refreshing to hear individuals who grow and change if necessary. It takes huge coconuts to come on here and apologize. You should be proud of yourself.

There’s an individual where I live that posted locally an apology for voting for Trump. I told that poster the same thing as I told you.

You both are better people than most so don’t beat yourself up too much.

Be safe, healthy & happy!

curmudgeoness · April 27

brianlux said:

Pearl34Jam said:

Hello all,

It’s been about 10 years since a much younger, less wiser me had made a post on here trying to rally together fellow (at that time) supporters of the individual that is present day residing (when not golfing) in the White House.

Back then I was quite active on the forums and was still a teenager - not having fully developed my own political beliefs and instead followed along with the views of those around me by default. In the time since, I have greatly changed for the better and feel resentment and regret for how I was and portrayed myself.

For years I have wanted to come on here to make this discussion post but my anxiety always stopped me from doing so. I am well aware that that discussion and my comments there and other posts are 99.99% long forgotten, but I’ve always been hesitant in coming back to post really anything once I had begun to rethink my old ways of thinking. I felt anxious that any time I’d post again, my post/comments could be pulled up and there would be an impression of me that is now outdated and no longer true.

With all that said, I would like to apologize for what was said in A Moving Train way back then and hope that anyone who has seen any past comments of mine here and somehow remembers can forgive me.

Now - I will get out of here and appreciate anyone who has read this through.

Thank you.

To be honest, Pearl34Jam, I don't remember any of your posts from ten years ago or even if I was on here ten years ago. But I can honestly say, even if I did remember any of that, none of it would have any bearing on how I feel about you. How could anyone hold any of those old tapes against you, both it light of how long ago it was, and especially in light of your fine words are here? And by that I mean, what you said goes beyond politics. It goes to a place that is truly thoughtful and motivating. I think what you said is terrific. I hope I could be that unpretentious and humble myself more often. You set a fine example.

I would just echo what Brian said. I have a lot of respect for people who are able to examine their opinions and beliefs and change them upon growth and reflection, and I particularly admire people who can acknowledge publicly that they were wrong.

An Apology - 10 Years in the Making

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