I've been away for a little while, and not just from this site, but from console gaming and collecting in general. I didn't really want to draw a lot of attention, but I thought it would feel strange to just start posting out of the blue like nothing happened. I also wanted a place where I could explain myself. I know that in the past I was rude, argumentative, and obstinate. I had many quarrels with other members, and that's well documented in my previous posts, so I'm not going to deny any of it. I would, however, like to take this opportunity to have a second chance (even though I probably don't deserve it). I've changed quite a bit since I last posted here nearly 4 years ago. Since then I've gotten a real job, been on the other side of the planet and back twice, got married, and bought a house... among other things. These life experiences, as they were, have molded the person I am today. I'm not the angry little kid I was when I first started posting here nearly 10 years ago. I've gained a bit of perspective :smile-new: I know I still have to prove to all of you that I really have changed and hopefully I will. In the meantime, I would like to apologize to all those who I previously offended. I truly am sorry for the way I behaved and for any grief I may have caused others. Anyway, I'm excited to be back in the console gaming and collecting scene, though I'm starting from nearly scratch. When I decided to call it quits, I sold off around 95% of my collection (which wasn't that big to begin with), and I utterly regret it now. However, this fresh start will allow me to mold my new collection into something much better than it was then. I'm also glad to be back in the community. I know I had my fair share of bad times, but there were also plenty of good times too. Thank you all for taking the time to hear me out, and it's good to be back. AWS
Back when I was lurking for a while I saw you post a lot and then one day you just up and left and I wondered where you went, anyway, welcome back and you can probably not worry about petty internet bs from four years ago
I was thinking about you about a year ago, in some sort of discussion about people you have disagreements with but that you respect. I remember we argued a lot every time we interacted, but really, you have been missed, and I'm glad to welcome you back, sir.
