This is probably the best advice I seen for a banned person. This is his first offense so he would have a chance if he does what I said.
Tho, Shadowfan you really do not have to take a vacation, more of just behaving here on the forums and the chat. Just do the forums normally, don't think about posting another apologetic topic either, if you are making a topic, make sure it isn't apologetic.
Just be a normal member, have fun on the things u have access to, and you do this: Your chances of getting unbanned from submissions is greater.
Think about it, and not think about it, JUST do it. I guarantee you do this