How do you go about telling a member of a unit that he is farby, and needs to be more "anal" about his impression
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How do you go about telling a member of a unit that he is farby, and needs to be more "anal" about his impression
Pvt. Garrett T. Crooks
Really, Mr. Lincoln, I have had enough of this show business--- Ulysses S. Grant
We talked the matter over and could have settled the war in thirty minutes had it been left to us.--Rebel soldier
Well
I suggest punching him in the mouth...
Just kidding. Just guide him in the right direction....
Galen Wagner
Yellowhammer Rifles
Oak Park # 864 F&AM
Montgomery, AL
Leading my example, with gentle show-and-tells of what is to be expected always seems to work for me. Nobody likes a know-it-all, but by doing whats right yourself along with little pushes and pulls every now and then, you come across as just trying to help, which in reality you are if you're trying to improve someone.
Ross L. Lamoreaux
Tampa Bay History Center
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"The simplest things, done well, can carry a huge impact" - Karin Timour, 2012
First, teach him how to use spell check.
Mark Campbell
Piney Flats, TN
The units I'm involved with have pretty specific rules about what is acceptable and what isn't. If you can't bring yourself to meet those standards, you need to find another group. It ain't rocket science!
well he is a good bit older than me.. so i cant really say anything... it aggrivates the heck out of me though... non period glasses, wrist watch, aluminum cot, flashlights, all are things he leaves visible during spectator hours...
Pvt. Garrett T. Crooks
Really, Mr. Lincoln, I have had enough of this show business--- Ulysses S. Grant
We talked the matter over and could have settled the war in thirty minutes had it been left to us.--Rebel soldier
I think the leadership of the unit needs to explain the goals and standards of your unit. If he does not want to comply...than find another unit that allows the above.Originally Posted by garretttcrooks
Marc Riddell
1st Minnesota Co D
2nd USSS
Potomac Legion
Why can't you say anything to him because he's older? If he wants to do a better impression he'll listen. If he doesn't and is happy with his impression and there are others in the group that are like him, and it's driving you bonkers, then maybe it's time to look for another group.
Michael Comer
actuallyt i did find a new group, i am speaking for those in my old unit... he is my great uncle, so i dont want hurt feelings.... my new unit is pretty strict on authenticity
Pvt. Garrett T. Crooks
Really, Mr. Lincoln, I have had enough of this show business--- Ulysses S. Grant
We talked the matter over and could have settled the war in thirty minutes had it been left to us.--Rebel soldier
Let's see:
(1) He's not in your current unit
(2) Your opinion concerning his impression was not solicited
(3) He is a family member, two generations older.
Nope, nothing to be gained here.
Please understand that if it was important to his unit, somebody in authority would speak to him about it.
If you're concerned about some reflection on you and your impression just because you are related, don't be. Folks don't make such connections or care about them in reenacting. Now, if you behave disrespectfully to a family member, there will be members of your family who care. A lot.
His hobby is going well for him. Look to developing yours.
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