I have probably read the YDC rules more in the last two days than I have in the two years I have been a YDC participant!
As I previously promised, I have given this some thought.
Please note: No rules have been changed or harmed in this process.
This is only a change to the order and formatting of the current rules and recommendations as stated in the YDC Announcement Thread.
I believe the following premises are correct. Or would it be more correct to say, "I worked based on my understanding of the following premises?"
- Rules for "All" are also rules for competition entries. Repetition of Part One rules in Part Two is redundant and not necessary.
- Suggestions, recommendations and requests inserted into the middle of the YDC rules muddies the water.
- Statements beginning with "Please" imply a request and not a rule.
- Statements that indicate something doesn't have to be done imply they are not a rule.
- Recommendations, suggestions and requests do not require a vote of the YDC community.
If you are unclear or unsure of the current rules, etc they can be found here at the end of the 1st post.
The first post of future YDC Announcement Threads will include an additional section:
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Recommendations, Notes and Requests:
- You do not have to support the nominated charity. You are free to choose any cause you wish.
- Please try to offer your auctions to as many international destinations as possible for maximum YDC visibility.
- Please do not charge more than cost price for shipping / postage.
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And "Part Two: Rules for the Competition" rules that are duplicate rules from "Part One: Rules for All" will no longer be duplicated.
Please address any complaints to the man behind the curtain.
As always, I am open to hearing your constructive comments and thoughtful suggestions.