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Originally Posted by Drafly

Deb, That comment was made by me, "only" to lightened things up on this thread. I saw where it was headed.
As far as I was concerned, Haley's report on Devardi glass was welcomed. The only thing I ever questioned was why others stated they had used the identical same glass and same silver glass and "Never" had any problems whatsoever. I also critized her for taking the same posts about her results to other forums, without further testing. I don't think that is out of line. You might, or she might, but I do not.

Her post was accurate, honest and relevant no matter where or how many times she posted it. It doesn't matter whether you agree with it or not.

As far as the Devardi people go, they have shown every respect possible to customers and potential customers.

Not from where I was sitting.

And, talking about attitudes and immaturity, in the earlier Devardi posts, we tried to post pics. of the beads and discuss the glass. It was impossible! Everyone was verbally assaulted. It was not about the glass, in several cases. Some had other adjendas.

The verbal assaults that came out in the original thread went both ways and was fueled by Daniels and a couple of others behavior towards people who were simply asking questions about the glass. It only deteriorated after that and continues to do so. Again, the very same questions that have been asked of every single glass manufacturer and/or supplier that has ever come on the scene. Devardi was not singled out, nor was anyone trying to sabotage their business. I think it's a crying shame that Devardi didn't handle themselves better. It could have went a long way towards gaining the respect of the community no matter the problems with the glass.

Finally, a new thread had to be created, because of all the arguments. Many were newbies, just posting and riding the coat tails of some of the more experienced lampworkers. They were there for the fun of it all, and to cheer their friend on.

And you'll also notice that no one crashed that new fun thread with negativity. Because that wasn't anyone's intention.

I can honestly tell you. I know Daniel and Natasha now. I respect them very much.
The business is striving. The glass shipment have been increased constantly. Devardi glass is here to stay. Live with it!
Jim Clark

First of all, and I'll repeat it again, I, nor anyone else is out to sabotage their business. If the business is thriving I say, good for them. It does not bother me in the least if they are successful.

Second, again repeating myself, I would have a great deal more respect for what you had to say had you not inserted "Live with it!" at the end.

Those 3 short words just shot your opinion and your whole point all to hell in my opinion.

And it's that attitude, the point that I've been trying to hammer into you and the Devardi people from the beginning, that does more harm than good. So, if you think you're helping them, you're not. Leaving those 3 little words out of it, would have made a whole world of difference in how you and The Devardi people are perceived.