Originally Posted by Boar-Ral

I can understand both sides of the argument, here. The ordeal was the result of a series of poor decisions, which in itself is a shame. We can criticize someone for the decisions they made, but I can look back at things I have done, and in retrospect, I should have known better. It was late, and he might have been tired, upset, etc. That can really affect your judgement and cause you to make decisions you might not have in a clear frame of mind.

On the other hand, when he did realize how bad the situation, he did what he felt was right, which itself was another poor decision. His heart was in the right place, even if his mind was not. I think what causes me to be the saddest is that when he died, he probably did not know that his family had been located, and might have assumed they were experiencing the same fate as himself.

I think that the best way that the media could have reported this is with the facts. Just tell it like it is, and leave it up to individuals to respond how they feel appropriate. I shouldn't feel that the media is tugging at my heartstrings the way they are setting it up. I should feel that way -- or not feel that way -- based upon what happened, plain and simple, and how I feel about that.

I would probably still feel badly for him and his family, but at least I would be making that decision completely on my own.

Originally Posted by PARAGON

When he died, he was out of his mind and had no idea of what was going on. He died of exposure. He became a nutcase hours before he actually passed. At least hours.

Originally Posted by PARAGON

As always it's things like

"made the fateful turn"

"canyon of death"

"minutes from shelter"

"a meticulously planned mission that he was certain would lead to his family's rescue"



Then if you go back and read many of the reports, they are all conflicting. One says his body was found seven miles from the car, another said he was found a mile as the crow flies. One says that he died only hours before his body was found, medical examiner says he can't tell when he died.

Originally Posted by Mrs.ssippi

Originally Posted by PARAGON

Give me a fvcking break.

"Where's your hear of gold, paragon?"

What the fvck is that? Could your pussy hurt any worse?

Originally Posted by Wisha Haddan H3

That's good advice. I also keep tools, a blanket, power bars, water and an ammo can full of survival tools in my truck.

There's obviously a lot we can learn from the guy's mistakes. But sooner or later everyone gets in over their head. No one is foresighted enough to know everything, plan for every contingency and make all the right decisions to solve every problem every time.

Originally Posted by Wisha Haddan H3

Originally Posted by Wisha Haddan H3

It's called karma. What goes around comes around. Someday, when you have a heart attack at the parts store, I hope somebody stops to help you instead of saying, "serves you right fatso" and walking off.

Originally Posted by Donkey_Kong

Originally Posted by PARAGON

careful or I will out you.;)

Originally Posted by Donkey_Kong

Sure thing Mr.OJ (The Juice) Simpson! :OWNED:

Originally Posted by PARAGON

Nope, I don't need an AE and you don't have the balls to go down this path.