Since I was so bold as to take umbrage, on David's behalf, for the Magellan relationship, here is a poll which I hope has an answer close enough for
everyone.
I Voted!
Gypsy Jan - 10-17-2010 at 03:30 PM
DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 03:39 PM
I believe three of the four are correct. Given that, I won't vote.Ken Cooke - 10-17-2010 at 04:00 PM
Go camping with David. He will ramble off facts like an encyclopedia.DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 04:02 PM
But, I did. I voted between the choices assuming it was meaningless, but it gave me the early returns.
You folks think that David is involved here for a high post count should ask yourselves why a high post count is meaningful. It's your
evaluation....not Davids.
His numbers on post count will never be matched because he continues to be prolific with his offerings of help for Baja travelers. If you would do the
same, you'd have a high post count as well.
But....you don't and wont. You'll continue to berate the man for his passion and individuality here.
He has Baja by the nuts......He has a great Nomad wife and he gets down here as often as possible.
The man is BAJA..................................Tell me why he isn't.
I have a robust post count as well. I don't hear *** from anybody about that. Why?
I'll tell you why. It's ****** meaningless.
Who in the **** could possibly care? I don't. Neither should you. It's all nonsense.
[Edited on 10-18-2010 by BajaNomad]David K - 10-17-2010 at 04:02 PM
Well, thank you... but let it be clear I have never, ever claimed to be any 'authority' or 'expert' on Baja... The correct choice, if it were offered
would be that I am a long time Baja traveler who enjoys sharing what I have learned and discovered.Bajahowodd - 10-17-2010 at 04:02 PM
Not quite sure about what you seek to accomplish here. In my personal opinion, and as I've told DK in the past, he is probably the most thoroughly
knowledgeable and enthusiastic Baja guy around. But, he has a habit of interjecting his personal politics intrusively. he's a treasure to Baja
enthusiasts. But, he tends to diminish his luster when he gets involved in US politics. Given that in all the time I've been here, it does not appear
that he will change (and in reality, he certainly has just as much right to voice his opinions and do all of us other blowhards), we'll just take the
good with the bad.JESSE - 10-17-2010 at 04:08 PM
I wont vote, but David is a valuable source of information since way back when we where at the amigos board. And i am one of a few native Baja
Californians here.DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 04:13 PM
David isn't a History teacher. He's a regular **** just like you and me. His opinions outside of Baja deserve all respect without some here dissing
him here for leaving his post as teacher. Give the guy a break. It won't cost you anything.
[Edited on 10-18-2010 by BajaNomad]Bajahowodd - 10-17-2010 at 04:16 PM
Wiifu?
[Edited on 10-17-2010 by Bajahowodd]DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 04:17 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by David K
Well, thank you... but let it be clear I have never, ever claimed to be any 'authority' or 'expert' on Baja... The correct choice, if it were offered
would be that I am a long time Baja traveler who enjoys sharing what I have learned and discovered.
You're being attacked, David. I sent you those PDF instructions on, "How to Grovel."
Your above admission isn't quite there.
Try again. DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 04:20 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Bajahowodd
Wiifu?
WTF does that mean?DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 04:22 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by JESSE
i am one of a few native Baja Californians here.
Pleaeeeeeseee....Don't tell us your problems. We have plenty of our own. BAJACAT - 10-17-2010 at 04:23 PM
WTF, wishifull thinking fullmtgoat666 - 10-17-2010 at 04:24 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by DENNIS
Quote:
Originally posted by Bajahowodd
Wiifu?
WTF does that mean?
i think he was using slang for "what's in it for us?"
but, i still don't understand the question...sancho - 10-17-2010 at 04:31 PM
I missed the voting, but from all DK's posts
he has a grasp of Baja, especially is a Historical
reference. The previous post stating most of us are
blowhards to some degree, is spot on.
But DK backs it up with first hand
experience/knowledge
I think any of us that have more than
1 star by our name, should consider
blowhard rehab
[Edited on 10-18-2010 by sancho]DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 04:38 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by sancho
The previous post stating most of us are
blowhards to some degree, is spot on.
Yeah?.........Yeah?.............. Who said that? I want answers.
Have him present himself here ASAP. We can't just sit back and allow "those people" to make these accusations. Bring this egregious offender forward
to accept Baja justice.
We're waiting.Skipjack Joe - 10-17-2010 at 04:53 PM
It was hard to vote on this one as 3 of the 4 options all apply to David.rts551 - 10-17-2010 at 04:57 PM
I totally agree with Skip....on this one.DENNIS - 10-17-2010 at 05:07 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Skipjack Joe
It was hard to vote on this one as 3 of the 4 options all apply to David.
That's what I said. I said that already up there. I thought that was.....well yeah.... what I said. Just like I said. I said that. I'll say it
again, but I already said that. What more can I say but what I've already said. I'm sure I mentioned, if not said that and if I said that in the past
it's only because I said that.Diver - 10-17-2010 at 05:56 PM
I wanted to vote for option 5 .......... but there was no option 5.
So I'll have to be a joiner with Dennis, Skipjack and rts551 !
So what's the tally; I'm afraid to look ?! mtgoat666 - 10-17-2010 at 06:07 PM
why don't you dk-fanbots register for DK's twitter feed?
dk seems the perfect type to broadcast his thoughts (sic) via tweets.
think about it, you could get tweets from dk while he is driving to baja, camping on shell beach, installing sprinklers, flossing his teeth, etc.toneart - 10-17-2010 at 08:16 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by David K
Well, thank you... but let it be clear I have never, ever claimed to be any 'authority' or 'expert' on Baja... The correct choice, if it were offered
would be that I am a long time Baja traveler who enjoys sharing what I have learned and discovered.
I didn't vote because I don't think any of the four adequately describes David K's contributions. David's own quote better represents his value here,
except it is too modest. He IS an authority and expert based on his experience, his research and his contacts.
The only other issue I would take with David's own self-assessment is a qualified "but....." dtbushpilot - 10-17-2010 at 08:41 PM
Well, I voted but I had a hard time deciding which one to pick because as some have pointed out several seem to apply. Can I change my vote? Or maybe
just vote twice for my new pick to offset the first one? These polls can be so difficult, one really needs to think things through and not just
randomly pick one.....I'm going to have a.....nother glass of wine and vote again.......dtjak - 10-17-2010 at 09:01 PM
I voted 1....should be worth points.Von - 10-17-2010 at 09:55 PM
I voted Number 1 too. Worth all the points ! David you always give great advice even if you repeat yourself a dozen times!lol! Cannt say for those
other player haters lol! Viva la Barca!sancho - 10-18-2010 at 10:09 AM
DK Twitter, that's good
DK and Palin 2012vgabndo - 10-18-2010 at 02:38 PM
Wow Sancho, you really know how to insult a guy.comitan - 10-18-2010 at 03:17 PM
Just the facts man, just the facts!!!!!!!!!!!!mtgoat666 - 10-18-2010 at 03:26 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Diver
I wanted to vote for option 5 .......... but there was no option 5.
So I'll have to be a joiner with Dennis, Skipjack and rts551 !
So what's the tally; I'm afraid to look ?!
wtf? i counted 7 options; 4 labeled, 3 unlabeled
who designed this poll? republican gerrymanders?Bajahowodd - 10-18-2010 at 04:39 PM
Until DK becomes a green angel, .......vgabndo - 10-18-2010 at 09:06 PM
Accuse me again of gerrymandering and I'll track you down and flail you senseless with my tinfoil hat.mulegemichael - 10-18-2010 at 09:33 PM
i'll say whatever dennis said if i only knew what it was...i gotta bout 3/4 of the way through and needed a siesta...gimme a wakeup, pleaseBajaNuts - 10-18-2010 at 09:56 PM
still trying to see what the other 3 OPTIONS are, not showing up even after the vote-24baja - 10-19-2010 at 10:44 AM
This is a vote for David K.....whenever I have ever asked a question he has come to my aid without any smart or degrading comments and has in my
opinion been extremely generous to fellow Nomads. I know that I have not been as frequent party on this board as others, so there may have been
situations I have missed, but in general I want to thank David K for being a knowledgeable and trusted "Authority" on Baja and for helping me gain the
knowledge I crave. Connievgabndo - 10-19-2010 at 11:53 AM
The reason there are space between the potential answers is that a despicable old liberal didn't know that if you double spaced between the questions
the program would create a "check box" with an empty line after it.
I'm sorry it was confusing. For those who vote in elections, I recommend that you not check any box that defies definition; like a box with total
emptiness after it.
I say this with reservation because even though I can see the sky from my house, I am still no authority on empty space.woody with a view - 10-19-2010 at 12:07 PM
be careful. if this keeps up a black hole will be created where his ego used to be and all matter will get sucked into a void near oceanside, ca.mtgoat666 - 10-19-2010 at 12:14 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by BajaNuts
still trying to see what the other 3 OPTIONS are, not showing up even after the vote-
the unlabeled vote boxes are for people who feel that the correct answer lies between two endpoints.
you who like things to be simple B&W asnwers can choose of the four, us who are more comfortable with uncertainty and shades of grey can choose
among seven options.
i am wondering what did DK vote?
can we have a vote on whether MrBillM is human or not?mtgoat666 - 10-19-2010 at 12:16 PM
what is scary is that as of now 23 people think DK is worthy of "total approval." is anyone worthy of "total approval?"Skipjack Joe - 10-19-2010 at 12:52 PM
Even poor Magellan didn't get 5 stars.
No, we have to go further back in time.
Further back, to find somebody more comparable....
Pompano - 10-19-2010 at 01:10 PM
And Moses came down off the mountain to address the throng below him...
"Here me, oh people of Isreal. I have here these 20 ..trip...crash..opps...er, 10 commandments....
[Edited on 10-19-2010 by Pompano]Barry A. - 10-19-2010 at 01:19 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by mtgoat666
what is scary is that as of now 23 people think DK is worthy of "total approval." is anyone worthy of "total approval?"
Well, is it obvious that Libs never think so judging by all their nit-picking with EVERYBODY, and crys of HYPOCRIT (sp?), but yes, generically some
people are deserving of "total approval", in a general way and for purposes of THIS survey.
That said, nobody's perfect (thank gawd)
Barrysancho - 10-19-2010 at 01:32 PM
I believe DK is only Nomad who can rate
a thread based solely on DK.
What's that line? As long as their talking
about you... plus the guy still is one
of us that Tent Camps, you know
Escuela Viejanorte - 10-19-2010 at 02:08 PM
who was that guy that used a flute? Any cliffs in Baja? Keep following those 10 year old directions and maps.Bajatripper - 10-19-2010 at 02:50 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by DENNIS
I have a robust post count as well. I don't hear *** from anybody about that. Why?
[Edited on 10-18-2010 by BajaNomad]
Because, Dennis, at times you come across as a deranged individual who would come visit critics in the middle of the night and rip their guts out.
David doesn't inspire that kind of "respect," and is, therefore, fair game.
As for this poll, I didn't vote. For whatever reasons David is motivated to post, we are all the better for his efforts. Questioning his motives, it
seems to me, would be equal to looking a gift horse in the mouth. I can't think of anyone who is more "into" Baja than David K. It takes a lot of
work--and money invested in books--to be able to do what he does.
Keep up the good work, David, and keep in mind the words of that old song "you can't please everybody..."David K - 10-19-2010 at 03:13 PM
Thank you Steve (Bajatripper), sancho, Barry, Connie (24baja) and others who appreciate my sharing here... For whoever asked, I didn't vote because
none of the choices reflected my purpose or reasons for posting here, but I did earlier post what would have been my choice. The post count is the
least reason... I have only have a love for Baja and giving some of what I have to others, who share that feeling for the peninsula.Bajatripper - 10-19-2010 at 03:27 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by vgabndo
Accuse me again of gerrymandering and I'll track you down and flail you senseless with my tinfoil hat.
Here's someone else who probably doesn't get messed with too often.DENNIS - 10-19-2010 at 03:33 PM
Quote:
Quote:
Originally posted by Bajatripper
Because, Dennis, at times you come across as a deranged individual who would come visit critics in the middle of the night and rip their guts out.
David doesn't inspire that kind of "respect," and is, therefore, fair game.
Nah....I'm not a night person so much anymore. Thank you for the "deranged" part though. It gives me a sense of accomplishment. KASHEYDOG - 10-19-2010 at 03:34 PM
I voted and I'm not saying which of the choices I picked. However, I will say this. David, I've really valued your knowledge and advise for the past
few years. You're always there when someone needs something. Most often without even being asked you'll offer your help. Many here are very helpful
and knowledgeable, but you are the KING in my book. Thanks for being you,
DAVID K ......
Dick K
OOPS !! Did I just give away how I voted, damn ..
[Edited on 10-19-10 by KASHEYDOG]Skipjack Joe - 10-19-2010 at 07:31 PM
Moses guiding us out of the baja wilderness:
1. Thou shalt never rest at El Rosario other than at Baja Cactus.
2. Thou shalt never confuse a corbina with a corvina.
3. Thou shalt incur my wrath if GN is spelled with one R.
4. Thou shalt accept my Gonzaga paved miles and road projections as law.
5. Thou shalt never drive on sand with less than 12 or more than 19 psi.comitan - 10-19-2010 at 07:38 PM
Diver - 10-19-2010 at 08:57 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Skipjack Joe
Moses guiding us out of the baja wilderness:
1. Thou shalt never rest at El Rosario other than at Baja Cactus.
2. Thou shalt never confuse a corbina with a corvina.
3. Thou shalt incur my wrath if GN is spelled with one R.
4. Thou shalt accept my Gonzaga paved miles and road projections as law.
5. Thou shalt never drive on sand with less than 12 or more than 19 psi.
And .....
6. Thou shalt never besmirtch my Toyota Tacoma.
7. Thou shalt never doubt the validity of my opinions or advice - even when I'm wrong.
8. Thou shalt never ever exceed my post count.
.dtbushpilot - 10-19-2010 at 09:24 PM
You guys are funny....mean but funny......dtDavid K - 10-19-2010 at 10:04 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Skipjack Joe
Moses guiding us out of the baja wilderness:
1. Thou shalt never rest at El Rosario other than at Baja Cactus.
2. Thou shalt never confuse a corbina with a corvina.
3. Thou shalt incur my wrath if GN is spelled with one R.
4. Thou shalt accept my Gonzaga paved miles and road projections as law.
5. Thou shalt never drive on sand with less than 12 or more than 19 psi.
I like that, thanks Igor!KASHEYDOG - 10-20-2010 at 07:11 AM
You guys had best be very careful. I hear there has been tales of strange weather with roaring thunder and lightning in the Oceanside, California area
(where David K reigns) while this poll took place. They say the phenomenon is spreading as far as the state of Washington and the lightning strikes
are getting more and more accurate... ...Watch your blasphemous thoughts
and mouths. For revenge is His and His alone.... REPENT now...
Forgive them Father for they know not what they do.
Allow them cold tortillas and too sweet margaritas, the best exchange rates and soft sand for their "off brand" trucks. Give them 199 miles of bad
road with a dead end. Give them maps from 1952. (What the hell do they know. Maps haven't changed in the last 100 years in Baja.) Show them where to
bed down and the bed bugs bite hardest. Show them where to find Montezuma's Revenge. But please Father, give them one more trip to Baja. They are mere
mortals and know not what the do. ........Bob H - 10-20-2010 at 07:20 AM
Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
Go camping with David. He will ramble off facts like an encyclopedia.
I totally agree with that! Bob HDiver - 10-20-2010 at 07:23 AM
Quote:
Originally posted by KASHEYDOG
...(where David K reigns)...
Shows you just how delusional some folks are; thinking DK is some kind of royalty ?! Udo - 10-20-2010 at 07:50 AM
Out of 1000's of Nomads...Only 104 have voted so far.
Shameful.
Good thing the voting is anonymous...or is it, Dough?norte - 10-20-2010 at 07:54 AM
Quote:
Originally posted by Udo
Good thing the voting is anonymous...or is it, Dough?
Now what do you really think! Ain't no secrets in this clubbajaguy - 10-20-2010 at 07:56 AM
Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
Go camping with David. He will ramble off facts like an encyclopedia.
Our own "Baja Rainman"Cypress - 10-20-2010 at 08:01 AM
Cast my vote for Option #2.mtgoat666 - 10-20-2010 at 08:14 AM
Quote:
Originally posted by norte
who was that guy that used a flute? Any cliffs in Baja? Keep following those 10 year old directions and maps.
snake and rat flute followers?
lemmings?
ditto heads?
chicken coop groupers?
koolaid drinkers?
yes, many cliffs in bajaDENNIS - 10-20-2010 at 08:15 AM
#2
"David K is very generous with the information he has collected, but is not the ultimate authority."
......................................................
Would anyone, alive or dead, be considered THE ultimate authority?
I'm just askin' for reasons of curiosity, but I would imagine, No.DENNIS - 10-20-2010 at 08:19 AM
Quote:
Originally posted by mtgoat666
lemmings?
yes, many cliffs in baja
Dennis, Lemmings/cliffs? Seau goes off a
cliff just so. of Oceanside, DK lives in Oceanside,
Seau lives in Oceanside, any connection?David K - 10-20-2010 at 12:36 PM
Yes, I am a Charger fan... but wait, Seau left the Chargers... and was a Patriot or some other team last, correct?Von - 10-20-2010 at 12:48 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Udo
Out of 1000's of Nomads...Only 104 have voted so far.
Shameful.
Good thing the voting is anonymous...or is it, Dough?
Can you believe this chit? lol~ just dont give a ~>~>
doesn't surprize me
capt. mike - 10-20-2010 at 01:26 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Udo
Out of 1000's of Nomads...Only 104 have voted so far.
Shameful.
Good thing the voting is anonymous...or is it, Dough?
who really gives a crap about such dullardness??rdrrm8e - 10-20-2010 at 01:49 PM
I don't see a spelling weenie option....?Bajahowodd - 10-20-2010 at 01:56 PM
Small voter turnout because of voter apathy.comitan - 10-20-2010 at 02:16 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Bajahowodd
Small voter turnout because of voter apathy.
surfer jim - 10-20-2010 at 03:23 PM
I can't see any reason for this "poll". Maybe someone can tell me what it is for?
I am surprised the SENIOR NOMAD allows it to continue.
[Edited on 10-20-2010 by rts551]Bajahowodd - 10-20-2010 at 04:10 PM
Actually, while maybe well-intentioned, it does set a bad precedent. Taking votes about how folks feel about individual nomads can run the gamut from
coronation all the way to the Salem witch trials. Not a good idea, no matter who is the subject.Barry A. - 10-20-2010 at 04:30 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Bajahowodd
Actually, while maybe well-intentioned, it does set a bad precedent. Taking votes about how folks feel about individual nomads can run the gamut from
coronation all the way to the Salem witch trials. Not a good idea, no matter who is the subject.
Right on, Howard!!--------even tho I participated in the poll, you make a very good point here.
Barrywoody with a view - 10-20-2010 at 04:31 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by rdrrm8e
I don't see a spelling weenie option....?
there is no option if you're the "weenie"......DENNIS - 10-20-2010 at 04:39 PM
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Awww....Who cares????BajaGringo - 10-20-2010 at 04:43 PM