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The Best Show on WFMU => Dear Tom => Topic started by: fonpr on June 15, 2010, 04:59:31 PM

Title: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 15, 2010, 04:59:31 PM
While I haven't slept for 36  hours, I am seeing myself more clearly than I have in years. 
I don't like what I see.
I've been shallow, selfish, egotistical, rude, self-centered, arrogant, pushy, domineering. inconsiderate, cold, and not a team player.  In essence A jerk!
I need to get sober so I can see myself this clearly without the help of others.

I apologize to all of you for my behavior.  Particularly: Mike, Tom, Dave, Hugman, Sarah, Bonnie, Bob and anyone else I may have hurt, insulted, slighted, mocked (this is making me sick to my stomach).  For a guy who claims to care about the truth, I sucked at seeing it in myself, until now.

I won't be bothering you anymore.  I have a lot of soul-searching, hard work and growing up to do. 

I humbly ask all of you for your forgiveness. 

I want to express my gratitude to all of you for snapping my eyes open.

Once again, I am sorry for what I did in this beautiful community.

I going to do my best to make amends.


Forgive me. 

Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Sarah on June 15, 2010, 05:01:13 PM
What the heck?
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Bryan on June 15, 2010, 05:02:15 PM
Wait, what?

edit: If this is about getting sober, a 12-step thing, then of course, you've got my support. But from where I'm sitting, you've only ever helped the show, and the community.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Christina on June 15, 2010, 05:41:21 PM
Yeah, Frux!

I don't feel like I saw any of this behavior you're referring to so I can't feel on board with you running yourself out of town.

Also, what in the jeebus are you doing up for 36 hours straight? You're not gonna think clearly in that state.


Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: SJK on June 15, 2010, 05:41:35 PM
Fredericks,

You are loved by me and many others on this board. I think your contributions have been a good thing here and on the air!

Take good care of yourself...you are one of the good guys!
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Pastor Josh on June 15, 2010, 06:00:52 PM
I couldn't agree more with what's been said.  I'll keep you in my prayers as you go through this journey, but there's no need, as far as I can see, for you to step away from the community.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: not that clay on June 15, 2010, 06:18:30 PM
While I haven't slept for 36  hours


Freds, get some sleep.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Big Plastic Head on June 15, 2010, 06:49:19 PM
Wait, what?

edit: If this is about getting sober, a 12-step thing, then of course, you've got my support. But from where I'm sitting, you've only ever helped the show, and the community.

Yes. Exactly.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 15, 2010, 07:59:52 PM
Thanks for the kind words everybody.  I'm better now.  Just have a couple evil ghosts that come around periodically, particularly when I don't sleep for a day or so.  They look just like my parents.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Stan on June 15, 2010, 08:16:24 PM
 Get some sleep and do what you have to do.

 Just don't wander off too far.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Scofflaw on June 15, 2010, 08:44:52 PM
Just want to echo what has already been said and echoed. fonpr you are a great addition to the show and the FOT community. Good luck with everything and know that FOTs have got your back. I will burn an Xmas tree in your honor, sir!
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Keith Whitener on June 15, 2010, 10:43:29 PM
Fredricks, you seem like a great guy I would enjoy sharing a sandwich with. I'm rooting for you!
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: DoodleJump! on June 15, 2010, 10:53:10 PM
Wait, what?

edit: If this is about getting sober, a 12-step thing, then of course, you've got my support. But from where I'm sitting, you've only ever helped the show, and the community.

Yes. Exactly.

Fredericks, know that you are always in possession of our support! You've brought so much to the FOT community/TBSOWFMU and I appreciate you for who you are.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Jason on June 15, 2010, 11:24:33 PM
Seeya!
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: cavorting with nudists on June 15, 2010, 11:38:19 PM
Fredericks?

You're All Right!!!

Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 16, 2010, 10:17:44 AM
After a horrifying night of hyper-vivid terror dreams, I awoke with this upon my chest!

(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz4/nanlibrarian/IMG_0215.jpg)
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Sarah on June 16, 2010, 10:22:42 AM
This explains a lot.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: JonFromMaplewood on June 16, 2010, 02:26:08 PM
After a horrifying night of hyper-vivid terror dreams, I awoke with this upon my chest!

(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz4/nanlibrarian/IMG_0215.jpg)

Oh. That's where I left it.



Anyway, I am a big fan, Fredericks. And I support your appreciation of 1970's and 1980's George Carlin stand-up! Never stop calling! Never stop being part of the FOT community!
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: dave from knoxville on June 16, 2010, 02:37:16 PM
Fredericks,

While I am perfectly willing to start an on-air feud for the sake of entertainment, I love you and your contribution to the show. Take care of yourself, but don't vanish forever, man. We need you!

dave
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 16, 2010, 05:02:01 PM
Fredericks,

While I am perfectly willing to start an on-air feud for the sake of entertainment, I love you and your contribution to the show. Take care of yourself, but don't vanish forever, man. We need you!

dave

Dave, I just gave you a super, juicy, virtual kiss on your third eye.  I know you can feel it.

Love,

Fredericks

p.s. Don't tell a soul.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Hugman 3.0 on June 16, 2010, 05:05:49 PM
I forgive you, Fredericks. But I'm not sure what for.  :-*
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Kiwi_Herman on June 16, 2010, 05:42:26 PM
Just repeating what everyone else says. And It also sounds like just your being too hard on yourself. Get better. I look forward to future calls from Newport Richey.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Shaggy 2 Grote on June 17, 2010, 08:24:37 AM
It's going to take a lot of time for the wounds you inflicted on me to heal, Fredericks, and the fact that you left me off your apology list isn't helping.  But moving forward, I think we can clear the decks and make a new start of things.

PS, I named an offstage character in my new play after you.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 17, 2010, 09:03:59 AM
It's going to take a lot of time for the wounds you inflicted on me to heal, Fredericks, and the fact that you left me off your apology list isn't helping. 

I'm catching a distinct aroma of irony, right now.

I like it.

Thanks Grote~
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Barry Egan on June 17, 2010, 10:13:58 AM
Fredericks, it's not your fault.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: buffcoat on June 17, 2010, 11:42:55 AM
What about buffcoat?
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Bryan on June 17, 2010, 11:50:02 AM
Yes. It's buffcoat's fault. It's always buffcoat's fault.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 17, 2010, 05:51:41 PM
Yes. It's buffcoat's fault. It's always buffcoat's fault.

Ah, finally, the reality emerges.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: buffcoat on June 18, 2010, 02:19:42 PM
Yes. It's buffcoat's fault. It's always buffcoat's fault.

Ah, finally, the reality emerges.

So very, very true.  But youse guys is gonna have to get in line behind a lot ove people if you want redress.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 18, 2010, 07:06:23 PM
Yes. It's buffcoat's fault. It's always buffcoat's fault.

Ah, finally, the reality emerges.

So very, very true.  But youse guys is gonna have to get in line behind a lot ove people if you want redress.

Hey Buff, touch your forehead.  It's damp isn't it?

That's right, pal.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: buffcoat on June 21, 2010, 02:33:27 PM
Yes. It's buffcoat's fault. It's always buffcoat's fault.

Ah, finally, the reality emerges.

So very, very true.  But youse guys is gonna have to get in line behind a lot ove people if you want redress.

Hey Buff, touch your forehead.  It's damp isn't it?

That's right, pal.

I don't get it.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: badgrammer on June 21, 2010, 02:39:34 PM
Sorry I didn't jump on the Fredricks bandwagon earlier, but please know that you are awesome! And your laugh cracks me up...please don't go away forever!  :D
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Spoony on June 21, 2010, 06:35:03 PM
Nothing like 30+ hrs without sleep to bring out the monsters.

I think you're great, Fredricks. Feel better.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on June 21, 2010, 07:56:29 PM
I think you're great, Fredricks. Feel better.

Thanks Spoony,  I feel not just okay, I feel great. 

Took me a while to accept how lucky I am to be a part of this community.

Long history of good things being snatched from me.  Not everything,  but a lot.


I got it now, and I feel better than fine.


Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Keith Whitener on June 21, 2010, 11:08:31 PM
Long history of good things being snatched from me.  Not everything,  but a lot.

You don't have to worry about us being snatched away from you; and hopefully no one will snatch you from us!
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Barry Egan on June 22, 2010, 01:49:12 AM
Ha!  Snatch...
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: Barry Egan on June 22, 2010, 01:49:30 AM
I am so Sorry.
Title: Re: I am so Sorry
Post by: fonpr on July 09, 2010, 07:11:15 PM
I am so Sorry.

All is forgiven, Barack!