[Edward Tinker]

Hugh and Wes;

I am sorry that you two have bad feelings about an auction or two.

That is a shame, I try not to bid against others on the forum, but will if I need or want an item. In reality this has happened only once and I e-mailed him and he told me to go ahead. So, I TRY not to bid against others, but of course it depends on the item, and if you have already been outbid.

Life can be difficult and on-line auctions create friction, but working it our privately would be better than to show your anger without the other knowing...
On the other hand, this was a good example of how we can get irritated at each other on items of mutual interest.

[quote] from Wes: then I have delivered to you a vexation and embarrassment.. <hr></blockquote>

Wes although I understand your point in being irritated, was this forum the place to do so? Although, you point out that embarrassment was the key to the posting. Perhaps you felt that Hugh was gloating by posting the pictures form the book?

Although others won't agree, I have closed this thread, I think both stated their position, although I did not give Hugh the chance to respond again and I apologize for that.

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