A Formal Apology To All
minigeff
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Dear All
Some of you might have noticed that over the last few days I've made some judgemental errors with regards what is acceptable behaviour and where 'the line' should be drawn on AJB.
For those among you who don't know what the hell I'm talking about, I'm refering to my comments made towards Ben Whishaw's appearance as Q, and the inclusion of a picture of the pope in a list of rather unsavory characters.
At the time these comments and pictures were posted, I was in the belief that my comments and humour would be well recieved and that it would be seen by, if not all, the majority, as pure tongue in cheek humour and nothing more.
I was wrong.
Although I haven't received a pm from any member saying "I'm offended by your comments", it has been brought to my attention that some members HAVE taken offence to my posts. For this I am extremely sorry.
My previous comments on Ben Whishaw's appearance as Q were NOT meant seriously. It was a light hearted flipant comment, which in hindsight was slightly childish and could have been misinterpreted as slandorous. I'll be reviewing these posts and removing all the material shortly.
The inclusion of the pope was also a major error, not only as it was defamatory, inaccurate and untrue, but also as (with the pope obviosuly being a major religious figure) hugely offensive to the catholic society amongst us. For this, I am also extremely sorry for any offence I might have caused.
I would like it to be known to everyone that I only ever see AJB as a place where I can converse with friends, learn things about James Bond and discuss Bond related matter. I never post anything intending to cause offence or concern.
I am only human (well i think i am, 7 toes is normal right?) and we all make mistakes.
I'll try to make sure that in future I think before making comments and make sure my posts contain less 'risque' material.
I'd also like to say thanks to the people who offered their support and stood up to be counted, it was nice to see I wasn't alone in my thoughts, BUT I do understand that this wasn't everyone's view, and that everyone here should be mindful of other people and how they might be offended. I for instance, am not a religious person, however this shouldn't mean I should think mocking anyone's beliefs is acceptable. It isn't. Period.
I hope to continue being an active member of AJB, and once again, to anyone who was offended, I am most sorry for any offence I might have caused them.
If in future, I post something that YOU think is offensive or breaks the T's&C's of being an AJB member, then YOU, whether you're a mod or normal member, are more than welcome to either pm me, say it on the forum, or if you have other contact details such as my phone number or email address and TELL ME. I'll do my bit by watching what I say, but if I've still managed to piss you off, then say something.
One final thing, I know that many of us here might have other views on this.
Please, can people refrain from commenting on if what was done and how it was done by the mods, or whether my actions were correct or not. For me, I have learnt from this and am now putting it behind me, I suggest everyone else try and do the same. Now and here is not the time nor the place to get into a bitching match over who's wrong and right. I've said my piece, so have the mods, and the issue is dealt with and its over and done.
Thank you for taking the time to read all this, I hope we can all learn and now move on from this, and continue to make AJB what it always has been, and hopefully will be, the best James Bond forum on t'internet.
Cheers,
MG -{
Some of you might have noticed that over the last few days I've made some judgemental errors with regards what is acceptable behaviour and where 'the line' should be drawn on AJB.
For those among you who don't know what the hell I'm talking about, I'm refering to my comments made towards Ben Whishaw's appearance as Q, and the inclusion of a picture of the pope in a list of rather unsavory characters.
At the time these comments and pictures were posted, I was in the belief that my comments and humour would be well recieved and that it would be seen by, if not all, the majority, as pure tongue in cheek humour and nothing more.
I was wrong.
Although I haven't received a pm from any member saying "I'm offended by your comments", it has been brought to my attention that some members HAVE taken offence to my posts. For this I am extremely sorry.
My previous comments on Ben Whishaw's appearance as Q were NOT meant seriously. It was a light hearted flipant comment, which in hindsight was slightly childish and could have been misinterpreted as slandorous. I'll be reviewing these posts and removing all the material shortly.
The inclusion of the pope was also a major error, not only as it was defamatory, inaccurate and untrue, but also as (with the pope obviosuly being a major religious figure) hugely offensive to the catholic society amongst us. For this, I am also extremely sorry for any offence I might have caused.
I would like it to be known to everyone that I only ever see AJB as a place where I can converse with friends, learn things about James Bond and discuss Bond related matter. I never post anything intending to cause offence or concern.
I am only human (well i think i am, 7 toes is normal right?) and we all make mistakes.
I'll try to make sure that in future I think before making comments and make sure my posts contain less 'risque' material.
I'd also like to say thanks to the people who offered their support and stood up to be counted, it was nice to see I wasn't alone in my thoughts, BUT I do understand that this wasn't everyone's view, and that everyone here should be mindful of other people and how they might be offended. I for instance, am not a religious person, however this shouldn't mean I should think mocking anyone's beliefs is acceptable. It isn't. Period.
I hope to continue being an active member of AJB, and once again, to anyone who was offended, I am most sorry for any offence I might have caused them.
If in future, I post something that YOU think is offensive or breaks the T's&C's of being an AJB member, then YOU, whether you're a mod or normal member, are more than welcome to either pm me, say it on the forum, or if you have other contact details such as my phone number or email address and TELL ME. I'll do my bit by watching what I say, but if I've still managed to piss you off, then say something.
One final thing, I know that many of us here might have other views on this.
Please, can people refrain from commenting on if what was done and how it was done by the mods, or whether my actions were correct or not. For me, I have learnt from this and am now putting it behind me, I suggest everyone else try and do the same. Now and here is not the time nor the place to get into a bitching match over who's wrong and right. I've said my piece, so have the mods, and the issue is dealt with and its over and done.
Thank you for taking the time to read all this, I hope we can all learn and now move on from this, and continue to make AJB what it always has been, and hopefully will be, the best James Bond forum on t'internet.
Cheers,
MG -{
'Force feeding AJB humour and banter since 2009'
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I will now go and investigate minigeff's trespasses to see for myself. BTW are there any plot spoilers in that thread?
Roger Moore 1927-2017
I'd be personally offended, if you would refrain from posting banter and silly jokes here.
You received your well-deserved spanking for your comment and pics - never forget the golden rule:
When trying to be funny, make sure that 80% of your comments are regarded funny. The other 20% are part of life and part of the deal
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
carry on like that and your name will be on your next gift....
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I understand your humour, but to still come out and do what you did - bravo.
Many wouldn't -{
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Cheers pal, that's very kind of you to say.
Sorry for the late response, I've only just seen this.
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Sometimes I get it wrong, I'm human, end of.
This apology was for something totally unrelated to you and the matter concerned is dealt with and done n dusted as far as I know.
If you're gonna apologise to me in a pm, don't go back on it by dragging up old news.
MG
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Sorry again, MG. I just wanted to highlight the fact that I wasn't alone as the villain of the piece in derailing the fox hunting thread! My apologoy to you in the PM stands.