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Originally Posted by sammyg2
A man's word defines his character. There are two ways to go about this:
One, tell everyone first come first serve: make no promises and you will break no promises.
Two, keep your word. Even if the guy doesn't show up, at least you can look yourself in the mirror and respect the guy looking back at you.
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Amen brother.
I did break my word this morning, and instantly regretted it.
I needed some mortar for repairing steps and called a local stone company for further info.
I'd already bought Type N, but then read Type S was better for outside work.
"Ok, I'll be out to pick some up".
I then realized it would be a long drive, and other places much closer would have mortar.
I also remembered that company once left me in a big lurch. I'd bought thousands in pavers from them before when they ran out. My job was half finished and waiting. They told me they'd have more by the end of the month. The whole summer went by with me calling every few weeks. I finally got more stone delivered from Detroit at half the price and hustled to finish right before the snow arrived.
I felt bad, but not too bad.
My karma points are still well on the plus side.
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Originally Posted by sammyg2
To those who would just as soon jones' on the guy and break your word, shame on you.
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I feel the price is up to the seller.
If he's good with what he receives in exchange, then it should be end of discussion. Period.
Price gouging a market to death is self-defeating in the long run.
Porsche AG doesn't seem to understand this concept....
-They've completely forgotten their roots and couldn't care less about the small guy anymore.
-Consequently the brand changes from dirty-nailed automotive enthusiasts
KDF like Ferry Porsche swapping valve lands on mountain roads to elitist number crunchers who change oil using a cell phone.