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[Bosco685]

9:27 AM on a Sunday, two of my posts deleted even though they blocked out information about the dad and the son, and a couple of people were actively chatting here.

 

 

No. There are no dual-account members here.

 

Fascinating.

 

Within minutes of posting. I always thought that was a crazy rumor.

[Speedy-D]

9:27 AM on a Sunday, two of my posts deleted even though they blocked out information about the dad and the son, and a couple of people were actively chatting here.

 

 

No. There are no dual-account members here.

 

Fascinating.

 

Within minutes of posting. I always thought that was a crazy rumor.

You thought what was a crazy rumor? That a Boardie would be a mod? I was a mod of another board where I was also a member, I think that's how it works.

[djpinkpanther67]

I never thought it was the father, I've always thought it was him posting.

 

He's obviously had guidance because his father set "goals"...and he's 12. I hope he can learn right from wrong and I hope if he's really that smart, he and his parents get some help putting him on the right path.

 

I'm not clairvoyant.

 

I didn't think you thought it was the father, I stated that for those who can't believe it was him posting.

And I hope he can learn right from wrong as well, which only time will tell, as it seems his environment is saturated with these principles.

 

I'm not clairvoyant either

[Bosco685]

You thought what was a crazy rumor? That a Boardie would be a mod? I was a mod of another board where I was also a member, I think that's how it works.

 

Someone shared recently about being a dual-account holder on a comic forum. Something about new forum rules coming out, and joining in with people in complaining about enforcement. Meanwhile, he was enforcing the rules.

 

That just seems too tricky an arragement. Especially if the person doesn't know how to handle that responsibility.

[A.Romeo]

They have these things called smart phones where you can access the internet even during school hours

 

I believe he has a tablet. One of the few things he said in a pm that I think is true.

I understand he could be using a phone/tablet. But don't you also generally have "school" during school hours? Not this kid I guess...

 

I'm pretty sure I read on facebook on one of Dad's posts that the son is now Home schooled.

[Logan510]

This is the last I'm going to say about this. It's my OPINION, mind you, but one I hold firm.

 

For those of you hoping this kid will "learn from this", suddenly have an epiphany and see the error of his ways, don't hold your breath. For those of you who may think I speak harshly, remember it's only my opinion. I'm sorry to wonderful people like Sharon. I know you believe in being optimistic about people, but I don't know about this one. I have seen, worked, and dealt with sociopaths in the military. He is not remorseful, though he may say otherwise. He's just going to get worse as he gets older. He learned nothing from this except to maybe cover his tracks better and perhaps have a sit down with Daddy to devise ways to avoid being caught in the future.

 

The effort he has made to deceive is both phenomenal and unnerving. It wasn't his Dad, it was HIM posting. Possibly his father assisted with some of the writing, but I highly doubt it. Watch the video if you haven't yet. The kid is EXTREMELY intelligent. He was here on the Boards not to make friends, not to fellowship, he was simply here to fit in so he could MAKE MONEY. He used what he has learned here to help with that, but he started down this path before he ever came here. What has he done on the boards besides that? I don't know much about him, aside from the fact he was annoying and really wanted no part of him. Something about him didn't sit right with me.

 

Think about it - he rarely if ever lost money on a transaction, or got the worse end of a deal. He backed out of Pay it Forward responsibility due to an acute malady? The level of detail he went to deceive is indicative of his intelligence and intent. Symptomology of testicular torsion can be googled as with anything nowadays, so its conceivable he came up with the idea himself. Nothing life threatening, but something acute, painful, and something a guy can relate to. But hey, free comics, right

 

He has scammed numerous (at LEAST a half dozen) Boardees for partial refunds ($5-$25) for supposed over graded books, or books damaged by shipping, then flipping them. That's not counting those who haven't or won't come forward. He was brazen enough to flip them on these very Boards! For those of you that think it's minor, compound that by 10 books. 50 books. 100 books. Then also factor in the money for selling the book at a higher grade for a higher price. Think of what he might be doing right now on another comic book forum, or even eBay.

 

Make no mistake IMO he is NOT regretful, aside from the fact he got caught. He's a 12 year old in love with profit. The lengths he went to deceive reflect that. Also remember - he is being raised in an environment where this is highly encouraged, it seems.

 

After a time he may be back with another ID. Let's hope not.

 

Agreed. IMHO people who believe anything else are living in Candy Land.

[djpinkpanther67]

 

Agreed. IMHO people who believe anything else are living in Candy Land.

Not necessarily.

 

Everyone is entitled to their opinions/belief. Perception is everything. What is subjective is up to the individual. Just because someone views this in a different light, doesn't mean they are wrong.

 

It was merely my opinion based on what I have observed. I could be wrong. Hope I'm wrong.

I don't think I am, but time will tell.

[Number 6]

They have these things called smart phones where you can access the internet even during school hours

 

I believe he has a tablet. One of the few things he said in a pm that I think is true.

I understand he could be using a phone/tablet. But don't you also generally have "school" during school hours? Not this kid I guess...

 

I have two teenage sons. Trust me, teachers today are not the disciplinarians you would expect them to be. In most cases, as long as the kids show up and warm seats, that's good enough.

For the most part, society won't let teachers be disciplinarians any more. And, for the most part, parents don't want their kids having any discipline whatsoever.

 

+1

 

I want to be clear: I wasn't suggesting that that all teachers suddenly decided to not discipline. They get absolutely no back-up from administration or the parents. As long as a child isn't being disruptive - in this case on an on-line chat board - they're probably grateful.

 

When I was a kid, if I got in trouble with the teacher, I was in BIG trouble when I got home. Those days are long gone.

[jsilverjanet]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

 

 

[Logan510]

 

Agreed. IMHO people who believe anything else are living in Candy Land.

Not necessarily.

 

Everyone is entitled to their opinions/belief. Perception is everything. What is subjective is up to the individual. Just because someone views this in a different light, doesn't mean they are wrong.

 

It was merely my opinion based on what I have observed. I could be wrong. Hope I'm wrong.

I don't think I am, but time will tell.

 

I appreciate that everyone is entitled to their own opinion. It's my opinion that if anyone thinks this kid is going to turn himself around due to getting caught, they're delusional.

[Logan510]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

 

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

[jsilverjanet]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

 

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Do your shoulders ever hurt, cause you sure shrug a lot?

[Logan510]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

 

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Do your shoulders ever hurt, cause you sure shrug a lot?

 

 

Is it that hard to admit when you're wrong?

[jsilverjanet]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

 

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Do your shoulders ever hurt, cause you sure shrug a lot?

 

 

Is it that hard to admit when you're wrong?

[Spacy]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Why would he? There is no proof his dad had any dealings with his online business here.

[Logan510]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Why would he? There is no proof his dad had any dealings with his online business here.

 

Go back and read the initial exchange between those two ( if it hasn't been poofed ) and then ask me that question.

[jsilverjanet]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Why would he? There is no proof his dad had any dealings with his online business here.

It is quite relaxing Edited February 9, 2014 by jsilverjanet

[jsilverjanet]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Why would he? There is no proof his dad had any dealings with his online business here.

 

Go back and read the initial exchange between those two ( if it hasn't been poofed ) and then ask me that question.

[Logan510]

All this attention has me feeling like HarveySwick. I must be doing something right.

 

 

Or you could just say "maybe I was wrong about the whole dad situation"

 

Why would he? There is no proof his dad had any dealings with his online business here.

It is quite relaxing

 

 

Don't be so petty. There's no reason to make a mountain out of a molehill in this situation.

[jsilverjanet]

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