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caragol said:
BYO ziplocks or expect the seller will provide? I usually bring my own, and have been embarrassed when I forget, but I don't say anything everyone always seems to have them anyway.
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A gas station can't sell gas without a pump. ;)
 
dohc97 said:
And sorry mad man for always walking around your house with shoes.
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I tell people keep em on im a machinist i get metal chips in my work boots and bring em home sometimes u take shoes off u might find one not fun trust me so keep shoes in buddy lol
 
EricTheRed said:
We can't shut it down. If we do we'll be called fascists. We have to wait until multiple people break the rules...multiple times...someone will still make a reference to Reef Central, though...

I'm just kidding. Or am I...:lol:
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Minority Report is a Good Movie... Lol
 
Joe Lydon said:
Shoes on or off are a big deal for some people. I always ask. It's a double edged sword.. Luna is right, I've seen people with dirtier socks, than shoes, that I'd rather have had them keep on!

Walt, what if someone is wearing sandals with no socks? You want athletes foot smeared all over your floors? lol
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My hardwood floors are sanitized every Thursday....so I'm not worried.
 
I remember going over to a members house and almost slipped on his hardwood floors.. They were so shiny and smooth!!
 
I have hardwood floors and they are spit shined every week, but with my kids it's usually messy by the next day
 
As much as I prefer to buy and sell coral from people vs. stores, this thread is the exact reason I shy away from it. Everyone has their own preferences. I don't like to inconvenience people. I have had people that show up and ask a million questions when I am busy and have other things to do. I have had people ask for a bagged up coral at the door because they were busy. I normally call when I leave and let people know when I am close. I usually tell them on the phone that I am okay with them bagging up the coral. I know other people that want to see the tank before they buy.

I don't know how many times I have waited around for someone who is rude enough not to let me know they changed their mind and were no longer interested.

This is the exact reason that true hobbyist swaps are the best solution. This is why it is so sad that most swaps have turned into a money making venture for vendors. Sure anyone selling corals is looking to make money to put back into the hobby. Sadly, at most swaps I have been to, the same hobbyist that I think should be supported, ends up as the guy sitting in the corner not making any sales because he doesn't have a fancy setup or he doesn't know the name of his corals. I do like seeing the CR group putting together their own mini cookouts with this exact goal.

One last thing - As a homeowner, if someone is doing something that you don't like, most of the time all you need to do is ask. I normally walk around with shoes on in my house - I am a weird person that just likes how shoes feel. I am aware that others don't because I worked a job where I entered homes every day - some may have not. Asking for courtesy goes both ways, people are typically non-confrontational until they get onto the internet. The people whose kids run all over your house are probably so busy checking out your tank that they don't even notice. Or they are laid back and that is not an issue with them normally - a simple comment about your kid is going into the other room would probably be enough to have a parent realize and reel their child back in.

Everybody has a different tolerance for things - its what makes us human. I don't know many people that are successful enough in their day to day life to afford a reef tank, that do not have the skills to be courteous. The average person with a saltwater tank is a pretty responsible person - these things are a lot of work!
 
windycty420 said:
What about the sellers with the annoying dogs. If your dog humps or sniffs all up your *** please put that mutt away. It sucks trying to look at corals and your dog is jumping all over you. I love dogs, just not into dogs humping your leg while the owner just stands there quiet.
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LOL! I have to admit my dogs will bark and jump at you when you come in but in about 20-30 seconds they calm down. Except for Sparky (not my dog).... when one of the dogs shitted behind him in the basement when he came to buy my LR. We were like shits this rock stinks! We both turn around and there was a huge turd (which Sparky stepped on). I was so embarrassed. Sorry Sparky, free frags for you before the tank is all broken down!
 
kawicivic said:
As much as I prefer to buy and sell coral from people vs. stores, this thread is the exact reason I shy away from it. Everyone has their own preferences. I don't like to inconvenience people. I have had people that show up and ask a million questions when I am busy and have other things to do. I have had people ask for a bagged up coral at the door because they were busy. I normally call when I leave and let people know when I am close. I usually tell them on the phone that I am okay with them bagging up the coral. I know other people that want to see the tank before they buy.

I don't know how many times I have waited around for someone who is rude enough not to let me know they changed their mind and were no longer interested.

This is the exact reason that true hobbyist swaps are the best solution. This is why it is so sad that most swaps have turned into a money making venture for vendors. Sure anyone selling corals is looking to make money to put back into the hobby. Sadly, at most swaps I have been to, the same hobbyist that I think should be supported, ends up as the guy sitting in the corner not making any sales because he doesn't have a fancy setup or he doesn't know the name of his corals. I do like seeing the CR group putting together their own mini cookouts with this exact goal.

One last thing - As a homeowner, if someone is doing something that you don't like, most of the time all you need to do is ask. I normally walk around with shoes on in my house - I am a weird person that just likes how shoes feel. I am aware that others don't because I worked a job where I entered homes every day - some may have not. Asking for courtesy goes both ways, people are typically non-confrontational until they get onto the internet. The people whose kids run all over your house are probably so busy checking out your tank that they don't even notice. Or they are laid back and that is not an issue with them normally - a simple comment about your kid is going into the other room would probably be enough to have a parent realize and reel their child back in.

Everybody has a different tolerance for things - its what makes us human. I don't know many people that are successful enough in their day to day life to afford a reef tank, that do not have the skills to be courteous. The average person with a saltwater tank is a pretty responsible person - these things are a lot of work!
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Welcome and excellent 1st post ;)
 
Thanks eric yeah that was pretty funny no problem I have kids and dogs I've dealt with my fair share of poop.

Sent from the third galaxy.
 
BigKev23 said:
The only time I have every been irritated is when I had someone come over to buy coral and he brought his wife, kid and their dog. That would have been nice to have a heads up. His kid and dog were running around my house while I am showing him my tank.

Every other time, I don't care if a person brings their wife, girlfriend or child in with them. And every person I have dealt with usually asks if they should take their shoes off.

I do agree that sellers should always have a bag or container if you are selling. I always make sure I have plenty of both.
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Stop hatin on yer boy!
 
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