I make a point of trying to pay it forward when the opportunity presents itself. There’s many others that deserve recognition for more than trading. But this ain’t the place and I’d be here all day. I love OG I’d even have an OG that. It’s bettered me as a person greatly. @Hoodini is also an awesome guy. We’ve traded nothing but ideas. His enthusiasm inspires me.
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That is very touching to me bro. . . I value our friendship greatly and thank you very much, the true inspirations are the people like you @anon58740919 who can see the world for the place it could be thru community actions. I thank you for making OG great 
Also @Cobra50 im not sure if I missed you and haven’t tagged you yet but ill say it again i received free seeds from this gracious man Cobra50, I thank you from the bottom of my heart and in a few weeks I’ll be returning the favor with a few of my own crosses
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@Cobra50
I am in a position now, as @Sebring spoke of that he was in, in the past. My understanding of what OP was trying to do was get everyone to tell who they feel confident about recommending people to “trade” with who, when you send out your seeds, you can be confident that the other person will send out theirs. It’s real easy to say, “Oh, I sent them out. They must have gotten lost in the mail.” When someone says that they have traded with this person or that, and have had no problems with them, you may feel more confident that when you send out yours, you will receive the promised from the other. I have only done one trade (a few kind souls have sent me seeds without reciprocity). Starting off, I don’t have a lot of seeds to give away, so everyone I do, is a loss. When I hear from 10 different people that they have traded with this person and they trust them, I feel secure.
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Treat people how you wish to be treated. Not how they treat you. But if you see a bully always call them on it. I hate bullies. I pay attention to people’s ethics towards others and life too. You seem on a similar wavelength brother. I’d like to praise @99PerCent too because from day one he’s not particularly liked the way I do things/come across. It’s no excuse but my Asperger’s can make me seem blunt. It doesn’t serve me well in person either 
but the level of tact that goes into your replies is evident. Everywhere. I only wish to achieve your level of zen in life. (Or what appears your level of zen from what I see)
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This is why, @anon58740919, despite the greed all around us, the OG community stands head and shoulders above almost any other out there. It is the spirit of sharing (seeds, advice, equipment, etc.) and caring that makes OverGrow what is is today. I am proud to be a member of such a fine community!
I’m right there with you. I don’t remember where I first heard of the “Golden Rule” or how old I was, but I remember thinking how much sense that made. If you think about it, that is what Jesus was trying to teach people in his day.
I’m a bit of a seed whore myself, @Hoodini . I’ll never turn down seeds. 
Also, I know that everyone that receives seeds is happy to get them, so I am happy to give them.
Well, that makes sense. My first post was just pointing out how all posts ONLY talked about who they received from, with no one mentioning who was safe to send to that won’t try to scam the sender into sending more. The first post specifically mentioned that. So, I pointed it out and then gave lists of both my givers and receivers. Hopefully, some givers will also add some “safe to send to” recipients.
I am not worried about someone trying to scam me, it’s only postage. I am worried about who may be a LEO. For me, that is a good reason a list of trusted recipients would be very helpful.
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Lol really? Safe to send to?
If domestic shipments dont show up either the receiver is lying or its shit luck and your package got lost no?
How can an address be unsafe to send to? That person gets every piece of mail ever stolen?
Im so confused as to why you came into this thread all huffin n puffin about some technical wording about a problem that doesnt even exist.
Im all ears.
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RIU leaves a sour taste in EVERYONES mouth. Too many haters and bullies over there. It’s a constant dick measuring contest when it comes to lights.
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Well the intention was people who have sent seeds already have a history/track record of delivering on their word.
Therefore in a trading scenario, the less known/newer member would send beans first and upon their being received by trusted member, she/he would then send out to the new member. This means we dont need to wait for “pips”.
If someone is “trusted” on this list they have proven their trustworthiness to a lessor or greater degree. (somewhat signified by the number of times they are mentioned)
The fact lots of members had a “love fest” for each other early on is less useful but I can understand that people have built trust in more nuanced ways than a simple “deal”
hope that makes sense.
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Well, we wouldn’t want this rumor to spread would we.
I would have heaped praise on you as well good sir had I understood this was your impression.
Forgive me kind sir.
We have the ability to bring each other up, or down, with a single word. Make it a good one 
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See the ‘tact’ that went into your reply ?! Lol . I digress, what a very good quote above and one 
that everyone should think about… excellent obversation @99PerCent .!
Have a good weekend ,
Gaz
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That’s literally the impression I got brother. I’m not saying it’s a bad thing or you are wrong in any way. I have a lot of respect for you my good man. Both for growing and moral values.
It was a comment in Herbie’s need help thread that gave me the perception. Where you say “this makes up for some questionable things”
In no way am I trying to call you out here it was to clear the air (more so in my own mind) it would appear. Don’t go changing 99
I wanna be a big part in lifting this community higher. But bear with me on occasion folks. If my mind’s moving too fast. The structure of my responses may be a bit abstract and blunt.
Like @Gaz29 pointed out. The levels of tact in that response are something special.
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I don’t see how he was “huffin n puffin” at all… perhaps you were triggered by something he said. If long winded replies bother you, simply skip over them. We all have different levels of paranoia, different backgrounds, i.e. we are all diverse.
Re: Domestic shipments:
Depending on the area, mail gets stolen all the time. My wifes parents live in a city where crime is rampant, they get their mail stolen all the time and the postal service refuses to do a damn thing about it. They resorted to getting a camera system with one camera specifically pointed at the mailbox, have turned in footage to the local authorities, and yet, still nothing is done to prevent this. I’m sorry but you can’t make a blanket statement like
Your area may have perfect delivery and no mail thefts, USPS must be a well oiled machine where you are, but in many areas it would be easier to pull teeth than have a package arrive in a safe and timely manner. Look at @MadScientist and the months delay he has to go through to get stuff out, there’s always a holdup or loss to consider for him.
The other thing, everyone has opinions, they may not apply to everyone, but when someone shares, who are we to call them out simply for sharing. A lot of old timers have lived through the dark era of growing, they have every right to be cautious and paranoid.
In no way am I trying to ruffle your feathers, just sharing my opinion lol. The fact remains that federally sending cannabis seeds is still illegal in the USA because they contain “trace amounts of THC” So, perceived safety is up to the individual.
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We STILL live in THAT era here in the UK and your right @Jellypowered , some of the USA is still illegal too and the legal-state peeps sometimes forget this, but it’s all good, paranoia in small amounts is a good thing .!
Happy growing/smoking ,
Gaz
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Just Remember Gaz…
Just because you’re Paranoid, doesn’t mean everyone ISN"T out to get you!!! HEHEHEHE
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It is very polite and grateful to mention me this way brother @Jellypowered, please bring XOXOXOXXO to my long lost bro @toastyjakes, i dunno if i am HIS enemy but he will never be mine. You need to act as a beacon bro!
Humbly!
Sci 
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Just saying there are too many people here I have sent seeds here to list. I have sent to my autos across the globe and only had one person take seeds and run.
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What is RIU? I’ve never heard of it.
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It’s like og… but worse! Haha jk never used it, but og is amazing. U got a current grow? Make a grow diary post some pics, meet cool peeps , smoke a doobie, if u don’t got some beans to pop I’d be happy to send you some, just update us is all I ask.
Cheers
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RIU is Rollitup.o=g and it is eye born AIDS.
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OK. Thanks. Learn something new every day.
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