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Eddyz@efirehose.net

As most of you have probably read the post by Southern. A seed trade for an 810 Dill went bad. I have taken reponsibility for the bad trade, why, well I would want the same in return if I was on the receiving end. I too have not been the best at record keeping, but I have kept enough to know the seed (810) I sent to Southern did not come from an Auction. I received it from another grower, who in turn received it from another grower. I don't think the origin of the fake could honestly be found.
Will I trade a second hand or third hand seed again? Not ever unless I was totally up front and explained how I came to own it.

During the time in which the fake was traded, I made another trade with David Garrell, and yes I did send him a seed that was not what it was supposed to be. I made the mistake myself, I mixed up 2 seeds, David was very Professional and I appreciate that.
I have felt bad about that trade and then it was compounded by the "Southern Affair"

I do send out a resounding "I am truly sorry" to all affected. I do learn from my mistakes.
I should have never mentioned I received the 810 from an Auction until I was Absolutely sure. My intent was not meant to give Auctions a bad name, but it sure could have been taken that way. Auction are good for the Sport and I support them as much as I can.
If I have lost anybody's trust, I can understand.
And I must thank the great people of BP who have sent emails to me in support.
In closing to all new seed traders, Be Carefull, Be Honest and Keep records. Trust is a hard thing to regain after you loose it!!!!
Eddy

12/4/2004 2:53:18 PM

Hilpoltstein, Bavaria, Germany

Eddy, brother, If there is anyone one can trust then it is you!

12/4/2004 6:47:07 PM

Webster, NY

It takes a big man to admit a mistake and say a simple "I'm sorry". I wouldn't worry about it.

12/4/2004 7:40:34 PM

Minnesota(dw447@fastmail.fm)

I don't know you personally Eddie, But based on this post, and a few others of yours, I wouldn't have any problem trusting you. I can tell you are a very well meaning person.

Doug

12/4/2004 8:36:35 PM

Puyallup, WA

Eddy has been very forthright in his dealings with the PNWGPG.

Stan

12/5/2004 1:59:26 AM

Atlanta, Georgia

You've always been great with me Eddy!
I'll trade with you any day of the week.
Michel

12/5/2004 5:07:44 AM

Walton N.y.

i've swapped seeds with eddy before and like everyone else he has done the right thing by me if he swapped a seed that was a fake i'm sure it was purely by accident or unknown by him and i'm sure he's working on setting the deal strait

12/5/2004 11:51:14 AM

Atlanta, Georgia

Eddy,
I'm sending you my fake 790 Daletas x 419 Pukos seeds soon. I hope you're sending me your fake seeds afterwards! LMAO

12/5/2004 1:17:46 PM

Indiana

Eddy, your my hero! He even grew that 21!

Tom

12/5/2004 3:00:43 PM

No Place Special

It takes a real man to admit hes wrong and say sorry. Id trade with you any day. Mike Frantz

12/5/2004 5:01:04 PM

Hayes, Virginia

My first year growing Eddy relly hooked me up some great seeds. Hester,Dill etc.
Plus some great tomato seeds 4.2lb. plus great watermelon
seeds to boot.
When some growers would'nt even return my email.
Eddy u the man..

Ed

12/5/2004 7:26:36 PM

Appalachian Mtns.

All's square here, as we discussed by phone!

12/6/2004 6:36:18 AM

Mill Bay, British Columbia

Glad to hear everything is good now. Eddy is a nice fellow and is very generous with many folks here.

Thanks Eddy!!

12/7/2004 7:44:44 PM