Well yes, my name is Merry.  I have signed all my emails Merry. I was never informed that I was actually banned from Noisebridge, so I was not lying when asked if I have ever been banned from another Hackerspace or collective.

I was asked to take a break from Noisebridge because there was drama between my ex, his girlfriend and I, which happened electronically and outside of Noisebridge.

I had not been to Noisebridge in a few months and had not actually went there when my ex and his girlfriend decided I was not welcome at Noisebridge due to personal drama, so I attempted to pursue mediation. Torrie was requested by my ex as the mediator.

When I spoke with Torrie in person about this issue she seemed empathetic of my position and understanding of the situation. She asked all three of us (my ex, his girlfriend and I) to take a break from Noisebridge. I believed this was a fair resolution.

A few weeks later I was informed my ex and his girlfriend were welcomed back to Noisebridge. I was not.  I emailed Torrie with some supporting reasons why I believed this was unfair. Torrie replied by telling me consensus is I am not welcome at Noisebridge and I should not contact anyone associated with Noisebridge again. No explanation. 

 

I was informed by one of Noisebridge's co-founders that I would be welcome back to Noisebridge after a long break.

I have also spoken with several Sudo Room members about this situation.

I would prefer not to discuss this on the list if possible and think it is very 'unexcellent' of Torrie to do so.

~Merry