After 24 hours I gave it some thought.
Posted this on both AR and I4L
I gave it some thought. I am friends with bdtr on and off the boards. It is a small world and we recently found out we had some history off the boards. Pretty funny story actually, but I won't get in to it here.
I believe the cornerstone of any friendship is loyalty. I recently felt stabbed in the back and it is a messed up feeling, and I would not do that to anyone unprovoked. bdtr and Cycleon unbanned me, made me feel welcomed again, and even looked the other way on a couple of occasions when my temper got the best of me on AR. I understand their feelings right now and Brians too. I let Brian know I do not feel swayed by the drama, however I need to say I do feel I should have my friend's back. Otherwise I am not much of a friend.
I love AR, it was the 2nd board I ever joined. I like helping peope when I can, and I really like th online comradary (sp.), however if the lines are drawn I have to back those that backed me.
Hate to see it come to this, but sh!t happens sometimes. AR will go on and continue to grow at a phenominal rate I am sure. So good luck to everyone. I am sure it isn't good bye, but I just wanted to state how I felt for the world to see. Some people could care less, some might care, but I posted this for me.