Reschke, you too hit the nail on the head, as far as keeping the CT alive and enjoyable for all. In the past, JG-3 has had the reputation for being the biggest antagonists over the text buffer. But one has to ask themselves, how did it start in the first place.
I have seen loud mouths on both sides of the fence on this one, and yet the blame always has to be placed somewhere other than where it is deserved. It really does not matter who started it any longer, but what can be done to stop it.
As a squadron, the members of JG-3 has discussed this issue, and have decided that if and when we do decide to run a few missions in the CT, we will always squelch channel 1. We did it last night and found it to be a very fun evening for us. In doing this, it not only cuts out the insults and trashing, but also allows us to just have some fun without getting into the verbal bashings ourselves... And yes, as a group we can be pretty nasty with the written word... Just like several others that like to act holier than thou on this issue.
Several of us have freely admitted to biting off on this behaviour, but after awhile, you do not even think about it, but just start the trash talking when certain people show up, as you want to get your insults in before they do. How Adult, lol, but we have plead guilty... Can you?
In moving JG-3 into the MA, it has allowed us that refreshing break from the constant show of disrespect for one another that seems to be the mainstay of the CT these days. Look around guys, a lot of good people are leaving for the same reasons we have left for. And no... JG-3 is not hiding from anybody in the CT. We will pretty much go head to head with anyone that cares to fight us, but will just not put up with the BS anymore.
If in fact JG-3 decides to return to the CT, we will be practicing what we preach, and challenge the rest of you to do the same.
Squelch channel 1 and fight your fight. If you have something negative to get off of your chest... Scream it at your monitor or something. Either that or just get a grip. I for one do not like to be at odds with anyone anywhere at anytime, but will definitely admit that I have my moments, and for that I apologize.
My policy on how I treat people has always been one of "Don't Push My Buttons, And I Will Not Push Yours". But I now find my frame of mind and outlook on this is singing a different tune... "You Cannot Push My Buttons If I Do Not Show You Where They Are"! lol. Peace<>.