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Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 18, 2010, 07:18:59 AM
Based on the popular happy random thoughts thread, this is a thread to vent some bad things that have been going on in your life.  Not to be pessimistic, just to vent.  Not that it will matter much, but it may help you feel better.  I'll start. 

I got into troube at work for the 5th time for doing my job!  Management says one thing, then when you do what they say, you get a write up.  I want to quit, but can't because I have a family to help support.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 18, 2010, 07:23:51 AM
ouch man.

I just got lambasted by the boss for a big and messy booking which I took over for someone as they were on leave. Had nothing to do with it at all but I got all the mess to clean up...thankfully I leave on the 9th (meant to be the 30th but they asked me to stay longer and like an idiot I agreed).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 18, 2010, 07:26:30 AM
Any possibility to apply to a new job without your boss knowing? Bies and Auberon?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 18, 2010, 07:35:27 AM
It seems that whatever I say, someone in my staff will be able to interpret it the wrong way....  :engel:
 
Bies : If you're unhappy, Leave on the 30th.
 
Unless you signed something to the contrary, you will have fulfilled you obligations by then.
You're an employee in resignation, there's hardly anything your boss can do to you anymore (it's not like they can double fire you, is it ?)
 
Auberoun : If you are unclear about your assignment, ask for written instructions (a short mail will do). If you do as told and get into trouble again, you have something to refer to. Be polite, respectful but steadfast in your defence and you should command respect in return for your behaviour.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 18, 2010, 07:44:42 AM
You know I wasn't fired!

I resigned. Actually I'm hoping for a minor form of comeback. I was originally in a dept. called Destination India dealing with tours and packages and trains in Southern-Asia. I got a new dept. head and we clashed so I changed into ticketing.

My replacement has quit and leaves next monday and June has alientated all the Indian offices that shes been asked to take a 3 week break (I don't know all the details maybe shes just taking a holiday). So I'm the only staff member trained in running tour groups even though I haven't run any since January.

I told my contact in India and I quote "God finally blesses me!"

So I'm kinda hoping that in the 3 weeks I'll be running the dept. I'll show just how much of a cow June is/was. Plus I need the money for when I visit Australia (from 11-26Jul for Warlord and Sig- where is Sig anyhow?).

Plus I need that reference before I piss them off =P

Auberon my mate had the exact same thing happen to him. Turned out the HK office had been told to hire a straight out uni grunt but instead took my mate (who had been unemployed for 6 months so took a 100,000HKD pay cut) who is technically a senior engineer. The HK office would give him senior jobs while the global office groups would look on going "wtf is a junior talking to these people for"

Ended up getting into a lot of hot water.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 18, 2010, 08:10:28 AM
It seems that whatever I say, someone in my staff will be able to interpret it the wrong way....  :engel:
 
Bies : If you're unhappy, Leave on the 30th.
 
Unless you signed something to the contrary, you will have fulfilled you obligations by then.
You're an employee in resignation, there's hardly anything your boss can do to you anymore (it's not like they can double fire you, is it ?)
 
Auberoun : If you are unclear about your assignment, ask for written instructions (a short mail will do). If you do as told and get into trouble again, you have something to refer to. Be polite, respectful but steadfast in your defence and you should command respect in return for your behaviour.

Great post once again  :eusa_clap:

The people always seem to underestimate the power of written word. Write notes about how and why you did your job and if possible talk about it with your superior. There are good bosses out there ( I am lucky to have one) who will work out stuff if you go to them and talk with them. If you have something written with a signature on it you are pretty safe. Your boss earns more money because he carries more responsibility sometimes you help him by talking about your problems.

If your boss is a jackass that always hands failure down the line I suggest my plan A again (seek for a better job secretly).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 18, 2010, 08:45:03 AM
Good responses here.  I have been looking for a new job for a while now, to no avail.  So, I am stuck where I am for now.  I have discussed simalar situations with my boss, and the answer is always the same.  Even with a no-win situation, they expect you to make a decision, then you get heat for the decision, no matter how you make it.  If you turn the problem over to a supervisor, you would get in trouble for not doing your job.   I have gone above and beyond in my duties several times, just to get lambasted (good word Bies.) in the end.  I guess I will stick to mediocre work from now on.
 Ah well, I'll just keep looking, and working just to "get by".

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 18, 2010, 09:04:40 AM
This is my mental image of Auberon's profile pic right now:

(http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd120/Bies21/unhappy-clown.jpg)


Mate we want you to look like this:

(http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd120/Bies21/360704happy-clown-wearing-hat-poste.jpg)

Whatever you do, don't become this:

(http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd120/Bies21/clown-gun-c-right.jpg)



Also I'm mighty proud of myself 24hrs and I've been commented on my big boy language twice  :::cheers:::

What do you do Auber?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 18, 2010, 09:46:47 AM
Ok Bies, that made me LOL.   :icon_lol:

I am an Auditor for a prestigious hotel near an international airport.  We are sold out most nights of the week.  The sad thing is I have a bit of management experience under my belt, and this was the only job I could find at the time.  As stressful as it is at times, I am glad I don't work days, but graveyard shift.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 18, 2010, 09:56:11 AM
haha I try.

I'm one of those annoy gits who fill your hotel with ungrateful clients!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 18, 2010, 10:01:21 AM
Believe it or not, the guests typically are not the problem for my shift, it is the employees during the day who make mistakes, and the management who can't make up their mind how to run a business.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 18, 2010, 10:07:46 AM
I know that one, I spend around 2 days a week on advertising for the company, so writing adds, meeting with newspapers and add companies etc.

All because my boss wants to broaden our image. Moment I get a decent deal or good opportunity she pulls out because of time/cost/demographic etc.

then during my reviews she turns around and tells me I'm not selling enough tickets and making enough money for her! Well perhaps if she didn't have me wasting every monday/tuesday on idea she likes but cbf committing too I'd make more cash (not to mention I figure I should get half the profit from every client who calls because of an add I write which doesn't happen).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 18, 2010, 10:30:29 AM
Isn't it great to be appreciated for all the hard work you do?  :icon_rolleyes:  I know the feeling all too well, but at least you have an out...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 18, 2010, 10:49:33 AM
Hey, I work Night Audit at the Hampton in Bossier City. We're like job brothers.  :::cheers:::

I know what you mean about employees on day shift and management.  :eusa_wall: And why is there never a plunger to be found in this entire freaking building at 3 in the morning? Why?  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 18, 2010, 11:03:16 AM
What does an auditor do (I only know ISO 9001 auditors..) ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 18, 2010, 11:15:11 AM
Night Auditors work the night shift (11pm-7am for me), and post all the charges for the rooms, and then compile all of the reports that the various managers (General Manager, Sales Manager, Assistant General Manager, Housekeeping Supervisor) then ignore, unless you make a tiny error or have a single sheet of paper out of place. There's a mountain or two of paperwork (I go through a quarter of a ream of paper a night - a ream is 500 sheets), and then you have to fix all the mistakes that the day shifts made. Then you have to handle any customer problems and issues, which usually involve drunk people and toilets. Then you do whatever else your manager has tasked you to do because you have too much "free time" on your shift. Then you paint some models. Well, I do anyway, when I have time. I also do my schoolwork, which is nice, because it frees me up at home to spend time with the wife and boy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on June 18, 2010, 11:25:46 AM
Ah Nightshift ..........

3.30am ring the bossman who bollocked you:

"Excuse me boss, but last time you told me off because I made the wrong decision, please tell me what to do about this?"

3.45am

'Rinse and repeat'

4.05am

you get the picture ..............

If they don't like your decisions then you need clear instructions of what to do in a 'procedures manual'.

If you are not getting paid 'management money' you don't make decisions.

 :engel:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 18, 2010, 11:32:04 AM
Well, my boss is pretty cool for the most part. She doesn't care what I do to entertain myself on the shift, as long as I'm not watching dirty movies in the lobby or anything retarded like that. She lets me bring my laptop to do my schoolwork, so that's a fair trade for occasionally having to do a chore.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on June 18, 2010, 10:10:11 PM
My History teacher didn't know who Genghis Khan was, thought Keynes was a socialist and claimed the Irish immigration to the USA was because of religious reasons, she had never heard of the Potato Famine. Religious reasons! She clamied the CATHOLIC Irish fled to the PROTESTANT USA because they had problems with the PROTESTANT UK... I've looked it up on a few sites and found that the Irish were the first immigrants to be looked down upon, BECAUSE OF THE RELIGIOUS DIFFERENCES!

I always make fun of her in class and now she uses every excuse to make me lose points. Guess what... I was eight minutes too late at the exam yesterday. Word is she's giving me a 50% maximum because of that.

She is so dead! ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 18, 2010, 10:18:23 PM
Maybe this might teach you not to run your mouth?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on June 18, 2010, 11:07:12 PM
But... she's a woman! :ph34r:


No, seriously. When someone who's supposed to teach me stuff messes up like this someone should tell her she is. I really can't stand incompetent teachers because other persons' education depends on them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 18, 2010, 11:10:04 PM
I always make fun of her in class and now she uses every excuse to make me lose points. Guess what... I was eight minutes too late at the exam yesterday. Word is she's giving me a 50% maximum because of that.

Maybe if you are going to judge someone so harshly for their mistakes, you should not be surprised when they judge you harshly for yours.

All you need is love.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 18, 2010, 11:10:15 PM
Nothing wrong with correcting her, and if she can't take that then she's a failure. However:

I always make fun of her in class

See?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 19, 2010, 12:27:20 AM
So I'm kinda hoping that in the 3 weeks I'll be running the dept. I'll show just how much of a cow June is/was. Plus I need the money for when I visit Australia (from 11-26Jul for Warlord and Sig- where is Sig anyhow?).

Wait, how far south are you making it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on June 19, 2010, 06:07:50 AM
My History teacher didn't know who Genghis Khan was, thought Keynes was a socialist and claimed the Irish immigration to the USA was because of religious reasons, she had never heard of the Potato Famine. Religious reasons! She clamied the CATHOLIC Irish fled to the PROTESTANT USA because they had problems with the PROTESTANT UK... I've looked it up on a few sites and found that the Irish were the first immigrants to be looked down upon, BECAUSE OF THE RELIGIOUS DIFFERENCES!

I always make fun of her in class and now she uses every excuse to make me lose points. Guess what... I was eight minutes too late at the exam yesterday. Word is she's giving me a 50% maximum because of that.

She is so dead! ::heretic::
What level of school is this? If you can, just take the exam again some other time and write a letter of complaint.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 19, 2010, 08:20:46 AM
See, this thread is fun....

A great way to discuss and vent frustrations.   :closed-eyes:

A bit of history about me.  I suffer from migraines.  That being said I usually get 2-3 a week.  I just typically suffer through them unless they are really bad.  (I had one so bad once, I had a slight stroke.)  Now that you guys know that, and my work problems weren't enough, I was driving home with a headache yesterday morning after work, and my vision went a little blurry. I rubbed them thinking it was because I was tired.  The left eye suddenly had something in it, and I looked into the mirror, and there was a bloody flap of tissue from my lower eyelid covering my eye lens.  I rubbed it again, and it went back to "normal"  turns out I have been bleeding behind my eye.  And since I live in the US, I can not afford the doctor.  So, I am worried that it may be something serious.  Probably isn't, but I am still worried.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 19, 2010, 08:25:59 AM
Take a trip to England.
 
Bump into a sign post.
 
Profit from the free healthcare.
 
A recent documentary by Michael Moore showed such a case. FWIW, though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 19, 2010, 08:52:57 AM
I had a friend who went to canada (dual citizenship.)  when he fell down a ravine, he was all fixed up and it only took an hour to see the doctor.

So, I am filing a grevience with the corporate office regarding what happened.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on June 21, 2010, 02:51:39 AM
US Healthcare currently sucks.

Someone should try and fix that. :roll:

One the weekend, I was trying to pry to pieces of wood apart with a knife. Slipped, took a bunch of skin off my left thumb. Wouldn't stop bleeding. Went to the Medical Centre, got it looked at, cleaned and bandaged. All free.

I cannot imagine healthcare not working like this. Albiet my case is different from your eye condition, but even so...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 21, 2010, 03:14:41 AM
So I'm kinda hoping that in the 3 weeks I'll be running the dept. I'll show just how much of a cow June is/was. Plus I need the money for when I visit Australia (from 11-26Jul for Warlord and Sig- where is Sig anyhow?).

Wait, how far south are you making it?

I'll be in Sydney the entire time bar a couple of days in the Hunter checking out the family vineyard (we're planning on buying out the other shareholders so want to check up on how it's all running).

where about will you be?

I doubt I'll be bringing my army down as I plan on bringing all my models in Aus up! But I do have at least 2k worth of delves at home.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 21, 2010, 08:29:42 AM
So I'm kinda hoping that in the 3 weeks I'll be running the dept. I'll show just how much of a cow June is/was. Plus I need the money for when I visit Australia (from 11-26Jul for Warlord and Sig- where is Sig anyhow?).

Wait, how far south are you making it?

I'll be in Sydney the entire time bar a couple of days in the Hunter checking out the family vineyard (we're planning on buying out the other shareholders so want to check up on how it's all running).

where about will you be?

I doubt I'll be bringing my army down as I plan on bringing all my models in Aus up! But I do have at least 2k worth of delves at home.

Melbourne. Cold, dreary, dark Melbourne :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 21, 2010, 08:40:25 AM
US Healthcare currently sucks.

Someone should try and fix that. :roll:

One the weekend, I was trying to pry to pieces of wood apart with a knife. Slipped, took a bunch of skin off my left thumb. Wouldn't stop bleeding. Went to the Medical Centre, got it looked at, cleaned and bandaged. All free.

I cannot imagine healthcare not working like this. Albiet my case is different from your eye condition, but even so...

Well first aid stuff like that is no problemo.

If you have a terminal disease that costs mucho dinero for pharmaca and machines that you need to stay alive it gets problematic. It gets even more problematic if you offer that free healthcare to people that never paid a cent into that healthcare pool.

You could start wild guesses how much it costs to treat a cancer patient. (if you don´t like guessing games it is several hundred thousand euros per year depending which cancer you have).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 21, 2010, 08:45:37 AM
stretch you should come up =P the W-E Aussie Bash! haha

So I got to spend all afternoon dealing with the worst kind of people to deal with...


... secretaries. They just never leave you alone and the ones I deal with are rude as hell. worst afternoon for a long time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 21, 2010, 08:54:54 AM
But you can imagine them all as hot sexy blondes that would treat you better if you were their boss.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 21, 2010, 09:08:41 AM
being spoken too in Chinese and Hindi all day doesn't help the temper either (or this damn massive headache). Man I want to complain and get damn racial about it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on June 21, 2010, 01:39:54 PM
Are folks sure that these things are all actually unhappy?  Look at the bright side! :icon_wink: :icon_lol: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 21, 2010, 01:46:56 PM
GP whats good about being hassled by secretaries...

Hell I booked one's boss and kids on a flight (thats confirmed flight) only to be asked what the carrier was (thats fine) for 5 different flights (groan because I need to look each one individually but I can handle) only to be asked to tell her how many people were could go on each bloody plane.

You know my system doesn't show that...you know what does? GOOGLE!

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 22, 2010, 12:18:45 PM
@Auberoun: man, that sucks. Do you know a doctor via via (Dutch expression, I'm sure you'll figure out what it means :wink: )? Maybe they can give you some advice.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: steveb on June 22, 2010, 12:50:22 PM
I would like to complain about a lot of things, but the main complaint I have:  not enough time to paint, and eyes that wear out too quickly. 
On a side note an old gent once advised me that if I didn't like my life to; "change your environment, or your reaction to it" as he explained, what bothered me, didn't bother him, so obviously (to him), the problem was my reaction to the "environment/situation".
and that if it was something that bothered other people also, then it was an environment issue that needed to be changed.  I don't know if this makes sense to anyone reading this, but it mad sense to me,  and by th by; environment does not in this case refer to the meteorlogical condition or climate change.   :icon_biggrin: steveb
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on June 22, 2010, 04:10:57 PM
GP whats good about being hassled by secretaries...
Probably depends on one's outlook on life.

There's probably a reason why one is being hassled.  That's a good place to start looking. :icon_cool:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 22, 2010, 05:57:50 PM
I feel like peeing on a bum.  But there are no bums nearby and I really don't have to pee, so I am even more frustrated.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 23, 2010, 07:33:27 AM
Why is it the only time I am motivated to paint is when I am at work and can't?   :icon_evil:

And when I do get home, and am actually excited about painting, I am too tired and have too many "honey-dos"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 23, 2010, 07:51:34 AM
stretch you should come up =P the W-E Aussie Bash! haha

So I got to spend all afternoon dealing with the worst kind of people to deal with...


... secretaries. They just never leave you alone and the ones I deal with are rude as hell. worst afternoon for a long time.

I go back to uni on the 12th :(.

...I like the secretaries at work...(no, I haven't had my eye on one of them for six months....)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 23, 2010, 07:55:23 AM
what degree? If it's arts then any self respecting student won't have class on Friday...comeup for a weekend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 23, 2010, 08:07:37 AM
what degree? If it's arts then any self respecting student won't have class on Friday...comeup for a weekend.

IT, so it's a real degree :p. The hard part is I'm working two jobs part time as well, and i won't get out of one of them til 6 on the Friday. Over night bus Friday night, and you might be on :p
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 23, 2010, 08:19:39 AM
course Warlord may not want to join us on account of my conspiracy theorist ways...and sig hasn't been on in ages
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 23, 2010, 08:27:28 AM
I have a headache.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 23, 2010, 08:29:27 AM
course Warlord may not want to join us on account of my conspiracy theorist ways...and sig hasn't been on in ages

Now you're just being paranoid :p
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 23, 2010, 08:43:58 AM
I have a headache.  :eusa_wall:

Try pinching the "palm" of your hand between your index finger and thumb.  It is a pressure point that tends to work for me for a short time.  It will releive some of the pain for a little while at least.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 23, 2010, 08:54:35 AM
Major Pain...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on June 23, 2010, 08:58:22 AM
A bit of history about me.  I suffer from migraines.  That being said I usually get 2-3 a week

:icon_eek:

If every one of them is as bad as the ones I get, I wouldn't want to swap with you for a million dollars.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 23, 2010, 09:12:08 AM

:icon_eek:

If every one of them is as bad as the ones I get, I wouldn't want to swap with you for a million dollars.

I would  I could use a million dollars   :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 23, 2010, 10:23:22 AM
I have a headache.  :eusa_wall:

Try pinching the "palm" of your hand between your index finger and thumb.  It is a pressure point that tends to work for me for a short time.  It will releive some of the pain for a little while at least.

Yeah, I get Migraines a few times a month, and usually I can self-medicate them away. It's just that the only non-prescription pain-killer that even remotely works is Advil, and I don't have it here at work. This was just a normal headache though, so I was able to take some tylenol and now I'm feeling awesome!  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 23, 2010, 12:40:49 PM
Sweet
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on June 23, 2010, 07:18:16 PM
I used to get horrible migraines, and haven't since I started an allergy regimen. I would look into what causes them if I were you.

That said, what did the most good for me was mental exercises, like imagining the pain draining out of a pipe or somesuch. I don't know why, but if I was just lying there in excruciating pain it helped a lot.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 23, 2010, 10:09:46 PM
I have found peppermint and deep breathing help.  Unless it is really bad, then the only thing that helps is sleep.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on June 23, 2010, 10:15:06 PM
Agreed there. That was the only thing that could make mine go away for the rest of the day.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on June 24, 2010, 12:37:25 AM
I'm debating whether or not to fill all of you in on my brother's Saga of the past two months.  some pretty unhappy thoughts... whaddaya figure big time?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 24, 2010, 04:01:32 AM
I would talk to your brother first, and see if he is ok with you relaying that information to all of us "freindly" strangers on the forums here.  If he says ok, go for it.  It is always good to vent. 

I look at this thread kinda like the blues it is good to hear/sing when you feel down, and makes you feel better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on June 24, 2010, 06:31:41 PM
This is like living in the Twilight Zone:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/us/24abramoff.html (http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/us/24abramoff.html)

I'm debating whether or not to fill all of you in on my brother's Saga of the past two months.  some pretty unhappy thoughts... whaddaya figure big time?

I don't know, it's pretty intense. Even for the Back Table. I'd leave it out, personally.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 25, 2010, 01:40:27 AM
Bummed out - wife has been treating me like sh*t all night, and is constantly mad at me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 25, 2010, 01:59:02 AM
Bummed out - wife has been treating me like sh*t all night, and is constantly mad at me.

Check the calander.  Either you forgot something   :icon_eek: or the rose is blooming   ::heretic::. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 25, 2010, 03:03:52 AM
ouch man Auberoun, you just can't win at the moment can you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on June 25, 2010, 03:58:23 AM
This is like living in the Twilight Zone:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/us/24abramoff.html (http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/us/24abramoff.html)

I'm debating whether or not to fill all of you in on my brother's Saga of the past two months.  some pretty unhappy thoughts... whaddaya figure big time?

I don't know, it's pretty intense. Even for the Back Table. I'd leave it out, personally.


After a bit of retrospect I think I'll take your advice, Things seem to be progessing well on all fronts however for him and the family, and as for the, umm other things they are going along just nicely too.  It's good to have friends.

on a slightly different tangent, during the move from Edm. to Victoria, Jason's moving semi tractor was involved in an accident in Kelowna, it seems some twit in a pickup truck couldn't wait 7 seconds for the semi to go through an intersection first at a light and cut it off.  This caused the semi and B train trailers to swerve clipping the truck and careening into another 2 vehicles rolling sideways into the median and catching fire with a car trapped underneath one of the trailers. 

Jas and the rest of the family were already on the island and had been for 3 days.  The driver of the truck is being charged criminally for negligent driving causing death, (poor unfortunate guy in the car under the trailer) among several other things.  Alcohol seems to have been involved.

his unit destination issues seem also to have been resolved favourably too, and the injuries from the IED have completely healed.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 25, 2010, 04:16:58 AM
Bummed out - wife has been treating me like sh*t all night, and is constantly mad at me.

Check the calander.  Either you forgot something   :icon_eek: or the rose is blooming   ::heretic::.

She has been sick lately...and the rose isn't blooming....so....  if I jump to conclusions, I may be a papa again soon
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 25, 2010, 04:43:13 AM
injuries from IED have healed?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on June 26, 2010, 12:20:29 AM
injuries from IED have healed?!

yes on the 11th of April Jason's section was out hunting for bad guys.   They were moving forward into an incompletely patrolled new zone, and while Jason and a few others in his section were crouched behind heavy cover private Todd advanced only to be detonated by an antitank IED less than 10 feet from where Jason was hunkered down behind an earthen wall with 2 others from his section.  At that distance the explosion didn't register so much as a sound as a physical force which passed through all 3 men causing several soft tissue injuries from the hydrostatic shockwave.  Private Todd meanwhile simply vanished, the IED explosion bathing everybody within about 100 meters in itty bitty bits of Tyler.  Jason's reaction?  Anger and vengeance.  Coupled very tighly to, holy shit do I ever fucking well hurt like pure hell right now.   For those who want specifics the IED was another of the Taliban antitank specials, which was a 6 pack of russian 155mm class howitzer rounds series wired to each other set underneath about 300 gallons of HME ammonia nitrate fuel oil mixture.  Detonated with a cell phone, low tech indeed, hah.  It's amazing the amount of damage that can be absorbed by 6 feet of clay mud wall.  Oh yeah they were in the Dand district of the Panjwai.

Jas meanwhile has no PTSD except that he wants to go back in the worst way, but has the sense of a vet to know he has to be ready first.  And some other things locally have to be resolved before he leaves the country again.  umm stuff happened while he was away that makes all of the above fade to insignificance. 

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 26, 2010, 01:37:19 AM
I won't go into the "stuff" but I guess I have a sneaking suspicion - to which I hope I'm just playing to a cliche and not the truth.

But that sucks about Pvt. Todd and I'm really glad your brother was "ok" or at least will recover without any physical complications.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 26, 2010, 06:04:41 AM
Not to demean anyone else's problems by any means...as this is on a lighter note

Our landlord sent us an email stating that he would not extend the lease.  (Which ends in 2 weeks.)  So, by US law, he has to give us at least 30 days notice.  So we have to try and find a new place...fun
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on June 26, 2010, 09:56:00 AM
See, this thread is fun....

A great way to discuss and vent frustrations.   :closed-eyes:

I dont think this is fun anymore... :/
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 26, 2010, 12:05:03 PM
random unhappy thought = sweaty buttcrack
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 26, 2010, 10:54:40 PM
random unhappy thought = sweaty buttcrack

Not as sweaty as mine! Ummmmm ....  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 27, 2010, 03:03:43 AM
 :ph34r:  doh!

unhappy thought = smurfs movie plot being an "Enchanted" rip-off 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on June 27, 2010, 04:37:14 AM
yeah anytime I feel like slacking off or bitching about having a crappy day I just think about the day my brother took a blood bath in one of his close friends and co workers and I almost lost him permanently.  I helps to keep me from being too self indulgently stupid taking for granted all the great things in my life that I myself didn't have to ensure.

and that is a happy thought, even if it is also a slap upside the metaphorical head.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 27, 2010, 10:03:25 AM
yeah anytime I feel like slacking off or bitching about having a crappy day I just think about the day my brother took a blood bath in one of his close friends and co workers and I almost lost him permanently.  I helps to keep me from being too self indulgently stupid taking for granted all the great things in my life that I myself didn't have to ensure.

and that is a happy thought, even if it is also a slap upside the metaphorical head.

Life is full of unfortunate circumstances such as these.  Surviving them is what helps define our character, and helps us become stronger in the long run. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 27, 2010, 10:33:16 AM
yeah anytime I feel like slacking off or bitching about having a crappy day I just think about the day my brother took a blood bath in one of his close friends and co workers and I almost lost him permanently.  I helps to keep me from being too self indulgently stupid taking for granted all the great things in my life that I myself didn't have to ensure.

and that is a happy thought, even if it is also a slap upside the metaphorical head.

I agree with you. It has been 17 years since I accidentally caused the death of my younger brother. Stuff like that brings the little moments into perspective. It also teaches you the meaning of both guilt, and forgiveness. Especially when the person it is hardest to forgive is yourself. My wife says she is continually amazed at my ability to see the best intentions in the actions of people. I find that it is easier to see the posibilities of their side in things when you have been guilty of dreadful actions yourself. I am very glad your brother is okay. I hope he does not let himself feel responsible for his friend, and that his anger will remain at the senselessness of the violence, but not burn him up inside either. It can be easy to let such a thing consume you.


This thread is heavy.  :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 27, 2010, 09:45:03 PM
And the Eurobash ends...

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on June 28, 2010, 01:15:15 AM
I lost my job 6 days ago, my girlfriend ditched me yesterday, and I still live at home with my mother.  :mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on June 28, 2010, 01:39:44 AM
That sucks patsy.

Was your girlfriend any good?

What was your job?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 28, 2010, 03:16:54 AM
I lost my job 6 days ago, my girlfriend ditched me yesterday, and I still live at home with my mother.  :mrgreen:

Hahaha awesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on June 28, 2010, 09:12:08 AM
Quote
That sucks patsy.

Was your girlfriend any good?

What was your job?

Unstable, and I was a classroom assistant on an elementary school. To be fair though, I'm going to university this fall, so that wasn't a huge loss.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 28, 2010, 09:19:43 AM
So i've got a situation at work.

I've currently in my notice period having resigned on the 02Jun. I used to help with our Packages dept. before moving to ticketing sales and advertising. The head of packages is on leave and her underling quite (more on this later). So I've been asked to stay, which I said I would until the 9th of July (as I have already booked and paid for my flight to Australia on the 11th of July).

Either way I'm happy to work because I could use the cash.

Now last month (may) I had a really troublesome client who has been calling and canceling flights since January. I had made a booking for her on Jet Airways HKG-DEL (hong kong -delhi) for mid-June.

When I returned to the office (was off 10-24May) my manager who had taken over my files told me the deadline for a NEW booking (same routing and airline) was due today. Which means we need to pay the airline/issue the ticket etc. so I went ahead and issued the ticket in what was a very busy day (as catching up on 10 says worth of files, emails and itineraries will be). Anyway I failed to review the ticket and notice that the flight time had changed from 1750hrs to 1940hrs.

My client then cried FOUL! about the time change saying it was too late and that she refused to pay as she had booked a flight at an earlier time and no one had mentioned the time change (notice here the Manager failed to tell me AND the client that the flight had changed time).

Either way we had to issue for a refund which is HKD600 (approx 100AUD). To which I am being charged as I issued the ticket, my manager was good enough to say that she would split it with me 50/50.

Anyway I am 99% sure that my company doing this is against the law and kind of a dicky thing to do anyway. Today I applied for a refund and there's been no mention of payment on my side I'm wondering if that means they just clandestinely deduct it from my salary.

So I'm currently gearing myself up to tell my boss (who is one of my best mates mum's) to go get fucked and unless she refunds my salary I'll be taking her to the Labour Courts + I'll just walk out and leave her in the lurch in regards to the Packaging dept.

As it stands I just lost 1/2 a days salary because i was 5 minutes late for 5 times this month (as in I start at 9 and I arrived at 9.05 5 times...the latest I've been was 9.20) to which my boss and accounting is disregarding the fact that I've turned up for the last couple of Saturdays and working till 8pm 2-3 nights a week incl. the last 3 Fridays (we're not paid overtime) AND am working past my notice (which pissed my new boss off).

I can't wait to get out of this office.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 28, 2010, 11:47:16 AM
Wow. I'm glad I live under US labor laws.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 28, 2010, 02:08:32 PM
I broke my little toe this weekend.  Darn it.  And I need it for jogging, swimming and biking. Well, less for the swimming and biking, but more for jogging.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 28, 2010, 02:29:48 PM
I broke my little toe this weekend.  Darn it.  And I need it for jogging, swimming and biking. Well, less for the swimming and biking, but more for jogging.

Do what I do.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on June 28, 2010, 02:35:38 PM
I broke my little toe this weekend.  Darn it.  And I need it for jogging, swimming and biking. Well, less for the swimming and biking, but more for jogging.

Do what I do.

Alright, I'll bite: What do you do?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 28, 2010, 02:37:07 PM
Absolutely nothing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on June 28, 2010, 02:37:42 PM
Absolutely nothing.

Of course.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 28, 2010, 02:57:13 PM
Well, that does have a certain appeal!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 28, 2010, 03:08:03 PM
Of course.

What, you expected some kind of joke? I was giving advice here!

Well, that does have a certain appeal!

Damn right it does.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 28, 2010, 03:37:29 PM
I broke my little toe this weekend.  Darn it.  And I need it for jogging, swimming and biking. Well, less for the swimming and biking, but more for jogging.

Man up, rub some dirt on it, and get back out there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 28, 2010, 03:42:56 PM
I broke my little toe this weekend.  Darn it.  And I need it for jogging, swimming and biking. Well, less for the swimming and biking, but more for jogging.

Man up, cut it off and cauterise the wound.

Fixed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on June 28, 2010, 04:00:37 PM
(http://www.pidpads.com/USERIMAGES/JohnCleese1.jpg)

Walk it off!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on June 28, 2010, 05:52:45 PM
I finally got my hands on AC2 (no idea why it took me so long), and loves it, but I got stuck in the Altaier scene, when climbing the tower. Why won't the bugger just grab that damn thing and climb on? :x

Scrap that, I just got up. On another note, I still have to wait to get my Diploma from school, because I was sick and missed 2 of my exams...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on June 29, 2010, 12:22:53 AM
How good is AC2! One of my favourite games. Love the AC series thus far.

Has anyone played 'The Sabotuer'?

Oh, my unhappy thought - I stacked it running down the stairs at the train station on the way to work today.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 29, 2010, 01:38:10 AM
How good is AC2! One of my favourite games. Love the AC series thus far.

Has anyone played 'The Sabotuer'?

Oh, my unhappy thought - I stacked it running down the stairs at the train station on the way to work today.

ouch dude...

I have another hangover... I think I'm carrying it off in the office though (apart from telling everyone to be quiet and unplug their phones).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 29, 2010, 08:27:00 AM
'Stacked it'? Is that when you run straight into some pole which is at a convenient crotch height?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 29, 2010, 08:36:12 AM
wow

so I just got slapped in the face...

that refund charge after I made a complaint against it to which I was told it would be "reviewed" the boss has decided I should pay the entire 600 for not checking the ticket before sending it.

And tomorrow morning I'm meant to have a meeting with a school in Hong Kong, an expat school which has multiple school trips around Asia and the world each year. I contacted them, I organized the meeting, it's my brain child. I've just been told I'm not going to this meeting (which was to be me, my friend in sales and the bosses son who wants to learn so he can take over). Now it will just be the other two...

So I don't get to cultivate my biggest client ever, I get docked 1/3rd my salary and they happily smile and ask me to stay on for 2 extra weeks because they're short staffed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 29, 2010, 08:42:28 AM
So pack up and leave. Sue them for any wages they owe you and be done with it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 29, 2010, 08:44:34 AM
So pack up and leave. Sue them for any wages they owe you and be done with it.

I was given the advice not to burn the bridge and to grin and bear it for the reference. I'm in the process of rethinking that advice.


---- so I think bitching to my mate (who happens to be my boss's son) has worked as she called me into her office and told me I was to go to the meeting as I "organized it you should be there for the meeting"

a tad less angry. Plus I got a copy of 8th ed (as did the various people who contacted me) so I've got that to read tonight!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 29, 2010, 12:03:32 PM
I still need to buy AC 2. I might do that today.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on June 29, 2010, 12:38:03 PM
'Stacked it'? Is that when you run straight into some pole which is at a convenient crotch height?

No.
Weird.

Means I fell down.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 29, 2010, 12:52:11 PM
AC2 is great, better than the original in all aspects but one (IMO of course), the way group combat goes.

In AC1 opponents were very likely to start chopping you in the back when you were busy with one of their buddies in the front.

In AC2 they tend to just hover around and wait until you slay their buddy, which makes it a bit of 'combat in sequence'. THIS (http://www.cad-comic.com/cad/20100326) comic illustrates my point.
It's a pity becasue it means you don't need a lot of the excellent new combat moves you learn, you just bludgeon people to death most of the time.

One other thing that I find better in AC1. Archer guards. they've almost diappeared in AC2 while they make a nice challenge for the rooftop sneaker
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on June 29, 2010, 12:56:07 PM
Agree. I liked combat better in AC1. Was more fluid. Didn't need to hit them a certain amount before you could kill them. And yes, they were more active at attacking your back if you weren't careful.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on June 29, 2010, 01:36:17 PM
Agree. I liked combat better in AC1. Was more fluid. Didn't need to hit them a certain amount before you could kill them.
You don't need to either in AC2, it's just that your attacks can actually be parried/defended by the guards some times instead of always working like in AC1. Besides, the gazillion new moves make combat - at least to me - a hundred times better in part 2. In AC1 it was nice for the first few times, until you had mastered the counter-kill timing. Then it was just endless repetition of the same handful of animations. Not that part 2 is much different in that respect, but there are so many different weapons and kill animations that combat remains entertaining for a long time despite being so easy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: maaksel on June 29, 2010, 02:24:06 PM
Some of the people in this group are the most incompetent and uneducated I've ever worked with.  I not only wonder how they were able to become a team lead, making significantly more than me... but how they tie their shoes in the morning.

Why does a team lead come to a mid level engineer on a daily basis asking for advice on how to do things.  Sad thing is, it isn't even my team.

Wish I could apply for their job, but it seems they have a minority/sex thing going for them in all the right way.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on June 29, 2010, 03:38:27 PM

I was taking out all my models and putting them in a display case tonight. I was really happy and enjoying myself, remembering past games as I set my Empire and Dark elves up on different shelves.

Then I realized how much painting i had before me and I was unhappy...unhappy in deed.


I am happy that my Empire army will look like this:

1x50 swordsmen -FC
1x30 swordsmen - FC
1x30 Halberds - FC
1x30 Spearmen - FC
20 handgunners
14 crossbowmen.

Bring it on b!tches!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on June 30, 2010, 01:11:41 PM
'Stacked it'? Is that when you run straight into some pole which is at a convenient crotch height?

No.
Weird.

Means I fell down.
Hitting your crotch?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 30, 2010, 10:14:42 PM
my friend got mugged last night on his way to fraternity row. luckly he only had his phone on him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 30, 2010, 10:25:19 PM
'Stacked it'? Is that when you run straight into some pole which is at a convenient crotch height?

No.
Weird.

Means I fell down.

I was also confused by the phrase: "stacked it" and it sounded to me like a groin mishap as well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 01, 2010, 06:02:40 AM
I still find it a strange way of saying you fell. Unless you fell on the stairs with a whole bunch of people and you got 'stacked' like a deck of cards by lying on top of each other.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 01, 2010, 08:09:04 AM
That could only happen if you had a Full House.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 01, 2010, 08:16:39 AM
www.instantrimshot.com
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on July 01, 2010, 08:41:30 AM
I picked up a wounded starling from the street yesterday evening, it had presumably been hit by a car. It was visibly in a lot of pain and had lost all function of its legs. I kept it over night and fed it a bit, it seemed to like pears. Went to a vet with it this morning, but they had to euthanise it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 01, 2010, 08:58:21 AM
:icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on July 01, 2010, 09:02:53 AM
Has anyone else noticed how much roadkill there is the last few weeks? It's horrible. I live a 3-kilometer drive away from town centre and there are five birds and one hedgehog just on that short ride.
Patsy: still very kind of you :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on July 01, 2010, 11:07:20 AM
I don't know why.
Must be an Australianism.

Nothing to do with my crotch or groin.
Perverts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Le Pistolet on July 01, 2010, 11:56:38 AM
Nope it's fairly common over here in the UK too, always means falling over, normally a bad one though where you fall flat on your face.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 01, 2010, 08:30:51 PM
So, I have this protrusion from my eye, and have seen an urgent care doctor, she didn't know what it was after practising medicine for 20 years, and referred me to an eye doctor, he looked at it, and said he wasn't sure what it was, that it could be a couple of things, and since it developed so quickly, it probably wasn't cancer, but was not sure, so he is referring me to a specialist.  So, now I have a discolored thing sticking out of my lower eyelid and nobody knows what it is....not to mention it is irritating and hard to sleep.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 02, 2010, 12:55:30 AM
WITCH, HE'S A WITCH!!!!

Cleanse the mutant!

 ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic::  ::heretic::
 ::heretic:: Auberoun ::heretic::
 ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 02, 2010, 01:36:06 AM
Im not a witch!  I'm not a witch!  Ok, maybe I am. :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 02, 2010, 01:58:01 AM
Im not a witch!  I'm not a witch!  Ok, maybe I am. :happy:

Pretty sure the eye growth would agree with me.

Just remember if it starts talking to you and tells you that change is good and tentacles are acceptable...it's LYING!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 02, 2010, 03:47:13 AM
well I had high hopes about the airbender movie but I have heard nothing but bad reviews. :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on July 02, 2010, 06:44:39 AM
Life is like an apple...

Ok I can't finish that simile.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 02, 2010, 06:45:30 AM
...you eventually get eaten?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on July 02, 2010, 06:47:55 AM
Here's an idea, finish the simile.

It's a challenge for everyone,and I'll judge the best.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 02, 2010, 06:48:42 AM
Stay around long enough and you get rotten to the core?

I'm sure the eyegrowth is just a duplicate evil version of yourself......
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 02, 2010, 06:50:53 AM
Isn't it time for us to play the State Game, I don't think we've played it this year...

Also I hope Mathi gets here quick to cleanse this thread of it's Heresy talk and Heresy knowledge...
I'm sure the eyegrowth is just a duplicate evil version of yourself......

How are you so sure...  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on July 02, 2010, 06:51:55 AM
What is the state game?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 02, 2010, 07:09:40 AM
I'm sure the eyegrowth is just a duplicate evil version of yourself......

How are you so sure...  :ph34r:

Ash told me all about it....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 02, 2010, 07:44:52 AM
Graduation was yesterday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 02, 2010, 07:48:40 AM
And why is that an unhappy thought?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 02, 2010, 08:58:36 AM
Life is like an apple ...

it has an excellent operating system that rarely crashes, but if it does, you're pretty much screwed because nobody really knows how to fix those things.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on July 02, 2010, 10:06:58 AM
And why is that an unhappy thought?
It's unbelievably boring.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 02, 2010, 10:12:31 AM
Really? My graduation wasn't sparkling or anything, just 2 speeches, everybody being called forward to recieve their graduation and then just chatting with your friends, teachers you'll never see again, talk about future plans. And of course, later that night there was the graduation party organized by the school. Followed over the next couple of days by some more student organized graduation parties. And then there were 2 weeks of sunny Italy with my (then) girlfriend. Excellent period!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on July 02, 2010, 11:11:19 AM
We got to see our teachers drunk (again) and later they took those of us who were left to a local bar from which we got kicked out at 2.30 am. Good times indeed. The graduation itself was boring though, our school principal doesn't know "intonation"...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 02, 2010, 11:19:46 AM
No, graduation itself was nice. Everybody was called forward and received a little speech from their mentor. Then they got their diploma etc. Followed by some drinks at school, of course. But it's unhappy for two reasons:

1) It was 30 degrees outside, and we were sitting with more than 300 people in a church designed for about 250. So we were sweating like otters (  :wink: )

2) It means school's over, which is kind of sad really. I mean I'm happy to go to university, but school was pretty damn cool as well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 02, 2010, 11:22:55 AM
1) It was 30 degrees outside, and we were sitting with more than 300 people in a church designed for about 250. So we were sweating like otters (  :wink: )

eeew


University is way cooler than school if you are independent-minded. Nobody tells you what to do. Nobody to blame if you screw up but yourself (though people keep trying to shift the blame, of course).

Depending on your subject, the girls may be prettier, too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 02, 2010, 11:28:29 AM
Medicine = 70 % girls. So plenty of picks  :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 02, 2010, 12:44:16 PM
So Obi, where will you study medicine? And will you be moving out to a student flat or something?

Going to Uni was great for me. I went to Wageningen and I went from a little attic room at home to 16 square meters in a nice student corridor. First time we went to look at it (me and my parents IIRC, I know my mother was definately there) )there were 4 Cannabis plants on the window sill and some hard core porn pictures on the wardrobe closet featuring this big fat black chick and a purple dildo. :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol:

Yeah, the rooms had old style locks with 'fat' keys and they were a bit worn out through 25 years of use. My own key could open 6 out of the 10 rooms on that corridor, my neighbour could open 8 out of 10!! Very handy if you'd forgotten/lost your key.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 02, 2010, 01:28:55 PM
So Obi, where will you study medicine? And will you be moving out to a student flat or something?

Going to Uni was great for me. I went to Wageningen and I went from a little attic room at home to 16 square meters in a nice student corridor. First time we went to look at it (me and my parents IIRC, I know my mother was definately there) )there were 4 Cannabis plants on the window sill and some hard core porn pictures on the wardrobe closet featuring this big fat black chick and a purple dildo. :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol:

Yeah, the rooms had old style locks with 'fat' keys and they were a bit worn out through 25 years of use. My own key could open 6 out of the 10 rooms on that corridor, my neighbour could open 8 out of 10!! Very handy if you'd forgotten/lost your key.
LOL! I;m net moving out just yet, as I'll be studying in Utrecht, which means I'll be at the uni within 40 minutes from my house. I'll start looking for a room somewhere during the first year, around Christmas or so. Of course that depends- if I join the corps (not sure about what I'll join yet, might be the sailing or rowing as well) I'll probably try to find a room straightaway!
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 02, 2010, 01:43:42 PM
A corps would also make it possible to join a particular corps house (in which you'll likely start in an itty-bitty small room but progress to ever more grander as you become a house senior) this will evade the usual waiting list for renting a room or has that gone away since my brother studied in Utrecht? He had an almost 2 year waiting list and then he could get a room in the freshly build Uithof student facilities.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on July 02, 2010, 02:44:27 PM
1) It was 30 degrees outside, and we were sitting with more than 300 people in a church designed for about 250. So we were sweating like otters (  ;) )


Otters sweat?  :?
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 02, 2010, 03:04:55 PM
1) It was 30 degrees outside, and we were sitting with more than 300 people in a church designed for about 250. So we were sweating like otters (  ;) )


Otters sweat?  :?

Apparently they sweat like a room full of high school seniors.
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Post by: Dunrik on July 02, 2010, 03:06:08 PM
Damn, Cannon beat me to it :-P
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Post by: Perambulator on July 02, 2010, 03:10:59 PM
http://instantrimshot.com/index.php?sound=rimshot&play=true (http://instantrimshot.com/index.php?sound=rimshot&play=true)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 02, 2010, 04:01:16 PM
It's a Dutch expression.
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Post by: Perambulator on July 02, 2010, 04:24:37 PM

http://instantrimshot.com/index.php?sound=rimshot&play=true (http://instantrimshot.com/index.php?sound=rimshot&play=true) Oh wait, you were serious...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 03, 2010, 08:57:12 AM
The Dutch are weird.  :ph34r:
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Post by: Auberoun on July 03, 2010, 09:11:11 AM
Ya, but it is a good weird.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 03, 2010, 10:23:30 AM
A million sweating otters disagree with you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 03, 2010, 05:22:26 PM
I bet there are only two things in this world you hate, cannon!
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 04, 2010, 11:11:25 AM
And those would be?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 04, 2010, 11:51:21 AM
People who are intolerant of other people's cultures and the Dutch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 04, 2010, 11:55:33 AM
Obi says: "I am from Holland? Isn't that vierd?"


Nice Goldmember reference young one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 07, 2010, 01:26:02 AM
There was screaming match between a father and his 20 year old daughter next door.  Bad enough to get the Sheriff Deuties in.

Sucky evening.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 07, 2010, 02:25:03 AM
Is she hot?
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Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 07, 2010, 02:41:41 AM
Is she hot?

That was my first thought....we're talking about the female deputies that broke it up right...pretty sure thats the start of a movie I saw once.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 07, 2010, 08:59:48 AM
There was screaming match between a father and his 20 year old daughter next door.  Bad enough to get the Sheriff Deuties in.

Sucky evening.
Yeah, that sucks- but fortunately someone called the sheriff!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 07, 2010, 09:03:03 AM
...but I didn't call the deputy...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on July 07, 2010, 09:40:22 AM
...oh yeah...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 07, 2010, 10:40:32 AM
... I swear it was in self defence ...
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 07, 2010, 10:48:01 AM
I called the sheriff...
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Post by: Perambulator on July 07, 2010, 03:34:11 PM
I called the sheriff...

 :unsure: You ARE the sheriff....



 :happy:
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Post by: t12161991 on July 07, 2010, 03:36:27 PM
I guess Robocop would know.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 07, 2010, 04:51:51 PM
I called the sheriff...

 :unsure: You ARE the sheriff....



 :happy:

That explains why the line was busy all the time....  :biggriin:
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Post by: Obi on July 07, 2010, 11:17:17 PM
 :biggriin: :icon_lol: :eusa_clap: :icon_lol: Wow. Instant classic!  :icon_lol:  :eusa_clap: :icon_lol: :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 07, 2010, 11:18:58 PM
Soth ...  :icon_lol: :eusa_clap: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 08, 2010, 01:33:29 AM
Is she hot?

She is Mexican.  Hot when slender, but she's not slender very often.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on July 08, 2010, 04:59:37 PM
Can someone please just euthanize Lindsay Lohan? I don't want to see another headline about her, she isn't news. She has done nothing as an adult, we just need to put her out of our misery.
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 08, 2010, 05:02:10 PM
I like Lindsay.
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Post by: wissenlander on July 08, 2010, 05:04:26 PM
I like Lindsay.

Wrong thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 08, 2010, 05:06:04 PM
How so? :icon_biggrin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 08, 2010, 05:10:34 PM
That was a happy thought!  Only angst and rage allowed in here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 08, 2010, 05:29:24 PM
Can someone please just euthanize Lindsay Lohan? I don't want to see another headline about her, she isn't news. She has done nothing as an adult, we just need to put her out of our misery.
I concur!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 08, 2010, 10:14:02 PM
She did that nude photo shoot. I think if nothing else, that was a worthy contribution to society.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on July 09, 2010, 12:58:57 AM
She did that nude photo shoot. I think if nothing else, that was a worthy contribution to society.

What? When?

I liked Lindsay Lohan. Not for years has she looked anything decent though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 09, 2010, 03:10:31 AM
She did that nude photo shoot. I think if nothing else, that was a worthy contribution to society.

What? When?

I liked Lindsay Lohan. Not for years has she looked anything decent though.
she looked alright in mean girls...it was down hill after that. :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 09, 2010, 05:26:25 AM
She did that nude photo shoot. I think if nothing else, that was a worthy contribution to society.

What? When?

I liked Lindsay Lohan. Not for years has she looked anything decent though.
she looked alright in mean girls...it was down hill after that. :closed-eyes:

That's for sure, but then again she was what 17-18?... :icon_redface:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 09, 2010, 06:35:29 AM
 so was I at the time
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Post by: Moxer on July 09, 2010, 06:59:48 AM
I somehow must have gotten tomato in my food. I am allergic to tomatoes and it hurts like hell.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on July 09, 2010, 08:49:23 AM
I somehow must have gotten tomato in my food. I am allergic to tomatoes and it hurts like hell.

Tomatoes originally come from Mexico, blame them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 09, 2010, 08:51:43 AM
Just like Swine flu...

damn Mexican'ts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 09, 2010, 09:22:43 AM
so was I at the time

I feel old now, I was 28 at the time, so to me it was a bit weird/pervy seeing her as "hot"... :icon_redface:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 09, 2010, 11:32:37 AM
so was I at the time
I still am :wink:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 09, 2010, 11:33:56 AM
so was I at the time
I still am ;)

No. You are now. You weren't then, therefore you cannot "still" be.
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Post by: Obi on July 09, 2010, 11:42:05 AM
so was I at the time
I still am ;)

No. You are now. You weren't then, therefore you cannot "still" be.
Haha! But I was 17-18 last year as well, so 'still' is still correctly used. :wink:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 09, 2010, 12:49:41 PM
Sure it is.
 
Here, have a popstickle.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 09, 2010, 02:00:55 PM
Sure it is.
 
Here, have a popstickle.

Suddenly this conversation has turned to Soth trying to lure Obi into his van ...


Soth, when vans first came out, where you all like: "A windowless room that moves? Hell yeah!"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 09, 2010, 02:51:45 PM
(http://hesitating.org/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/pedobear_22.jpg)
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Post by: Obi on July 09, 2010, 03:15:39 PM
Sure it is.
 
Here, have a popstickle.
Thanks, I just got back from my driving lesson @ 34 degrees Celsius, so it's much appreciated.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 09, 2010, 03:33:13 PM
Sure it is.
 
Here, have a popstickle.
Thanks, I just got back from my driving lesson @ 34 degrees Celsius, so it's much appreciated.

One word : Airconditioning.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: newach on July 09, 2010, 04:41:59 PM
Well since everyone else is sharing I will share also...

Minor complant:
I am doing long distance with my girl friend, she is in Okinawa, I am in Virginia until sunday.
I love her a lot, but I hate be so far away from her.

Major complaint:
I am going to be a freshmen student at an Engineer School (but you can not guess which state!)
all my federal/state funding has been suspended, because my father (who is in the Marine Corps) had a weird taxes last year, because he was in Iraq for most of the year.  The funding office seems to think I am trying to cheat the system to get a free education.

BTW I graduated from High School with Honors (my reward was the Empire Army Box!)

So know I have to go in on Monday and talk with the College.

To top things off because of our recent move we do not have all the information they want.  Some of it is en-route the rest was somehow sent to California (still do not know how TMO pulled that one off.

Wow it feels good to vent!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 09, 2010, 04:46:39 PM

I am going to be a freshmen student at an Engineer School (but you can not guess which state!)

Sure I can. The city state of Nuln.
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Post by: newach on July 09, 2010, 04:55:50 PM
Nice one!
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Post by: wissenlander on July 09, 2010, 06:30:39 PM
So you're a new Virginian, for a bit.  Unless you're going to Tech :icon_idea:

I'm in the northern part of the state.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: newach on July 09, 2010, 06:33:21 PM
Well I got to skype my girlfriend so I am in a good mood!

and I am flying to Kansas on sunday to sort out college ordeal.

Things are looking better!
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Post by: Obi on July 09, 2010, 06:37:42 PM

I am going to be a freshmen student at an Engineer School (but you can not guess which state!)

Sure I can. The city state of Nuln.
It's in Altdorf :wink:

One word : Airconditioning.
Yeah, the car was airconditioned allright. But that didn't stop me from sweating so much I was almost dehydrated when I got home!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on July 09, 2010, 09:16:26 PM
Once again we hear the sounds and smell the smell of a million sweating otters.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 10, 2010, 06:42:37 AM
This thread is giving me lutraphobia.
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Post by: Auberoun on July 12, 2010, 01:33:17 AM
Quick change of gears, so we can avoid the otters again

We have to move house in 3 weeks and we are nowhere near packed...or ready.
I had "unexpected" eye surgery this last Friday, to remove a growth under my lower eyelid.  Good thing recovery is not that long...

And CoD has found a use for the word lutrophobia...
Which is good considering he used to have rhinophobia (the fear of noses)
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 12, 2010, 01:42:37 PM
Quick change of gears, so we can avoid the otters again

We have to move house in 3 weeks and we are nowhere near packed...or ready.
I had "unexpected" eye surgery this last Friday, to remove a growth under my lower eyelid.  Good thing recovery is not that long...

And CoD has found a use for the word lutrophobia...
Which is good considering he used to have rhinophobia (the fear of noses)

I also suffer from hippopotomonstrosequippedaliophobia (the fear of long words).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 12, 2010, 02:07:21 PM
nice  :eusa_clap:
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Post by: der Hurenwiebel on July 13, 2010, 02:24:41 AM
I suppose that makes more sense than napiphobia (the fear of turnips) 
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Post by: red bull on July 13, 2010, 11:08:58 AM
I think he's also got anatidaephobia. (the fear that somehow, somewhere a duck is watching you)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 13, 2010, 12:07:09 PM
As long as anyone who reads this thread doesn't have phobophobia.
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Post by: Moxer on July 13, 2010, 01:41:10 PM
Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh! :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on July 13, 2010, 01:58:48 PM
Cue evil laighter, MWAH HA HA HA HA.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 13, 2010, 10:07:42 PM
Better that than Coitophobia.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 14, 2010, 08:04:30 AM
Right now I have ergophobia...
Work has been an absolute nightmare with whiny guests, overbooked hotel, things not working right, and stress level at an all time high before I came to work...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 14, 2010, 09:18:25 AM
I'm thinking of leaving my girlfriend of two and half years for another woman. The Charlie Foxtrot that's coming up with that one is sure as hell an unhappy thought.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 14, 2010, 09:37:48 AM
I'm thinking of leaving my girlfriend of two and half years for another woman. The Charlie Foxtrot that's coming up with that one is sure as hell an unhappy thought.

Ouch...that is one unhappy thought, if it makes you feel any better, I have thought quite a bit about having an affair after being married for 7 years...but I don't want to be "that guy".  And, at the risk of sounding "like a woman"  it is about feeling a connection with someone, and knowing they actually care about you without biting your head off/critising you every chance they get...but, enough about my problems...

I would say, think hard about what each woman provides for you, and how you feel about them.  then make an  decision based on that. 

Is it better to be miserable for a short time, then happy, or be miserable for the rest of your life?  (Unfortunately, I think I sometimes chose the latter.)
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Post by: stretch_135 on July 14, 2010, 10:43:48 AM
Ouch...that is one unhappy thought, if it makes you feel any better, I have thought quite a bit about having an affair after being married for 7 years...but I don't want to be "that guy".  And, at the risk of sounding "like a woman"  it is about feeling a connection with someone, and knowing they actually care about you without biting your head off/critising you every chance they get...but, enough about my problems...

Well, good news that I'm not the only one. Sorry to hear things aren't working out for you  :icon_sad:

tl;dr: stretch is b*tching. Colourful comments to follow

I've been with this girl for two and a half years, and I'm always feeling like she's trying to change me. It's mostly just little things, but I can't help get the feeling they'd be bigger ones if she thought she could get away with it. Then there's the other things....she's got all these plans of being married by 23 (three years from now), two kids and the house by 27...meanwhile, I haven't decided what country I intend to be living in, let alone what state. Nor am I particularly taken with the idea of multiple kids. Hell, I'm a cat person who hates dogs, and she's a dog person who's allergic to cats.

I've talked to a few friends about it, and the overwhelming theme there is end it/we knew it was coming. Hmm. I'm yet to have anyone even try to convince me that things'll work out. I talked it over with one of my friends over a couple of drinks the other night...she's something like 10/10 for predicting these sort of things (yeah, hardly the most reliable option) and she told me she'd known it would end up like this two years ago. Woot. We then proceeded to debate the merits my "perfect" girl would have...she unknowingly described this girl from work. You know, who I've been checking out for 6+ months. *sigh*

So now I'm kinda debating where to go with this. I'm venting on an Internet board (thanks to whoever makes it through this far) and I'm talking to a mutual friend of the work girl at work to find out if she actually has a boy friend (which interestingly has never come up. Damnit.)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 14, 2010, 10:50:18 AM
My experience as an outsider on this is that if someone has a rigid plan in life and aren't willing to change that plan (married at a certain age, kids at a certain age) then it usually leads to mega problems.  If the plan is more important than what is actually happening in life then that's not good, IMO.  It's fine to have that plan, but an unwillingness to relent from that path for a little while is just bad news.  Both parties have to agree to it, and unfortunately sometimes reality tells you that you may need to hold off another year or two on something (or move even faster in some cases).

I'm not sure of your total situation, Auberoun, but I applaud your restraint.  I know that can be tough.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 14, 2010, 11:06:08 AM
Oh boy, that's tough my friend from oz. I think what wiss said is a good way to look at things.

One note though: it's IMO a shame you'll might leave your current GF for another woman, it'd be better to just break up. Makes you look less of a douchebag, but I guess that's not really an option :wink:

And remember: all things end badly. Otherwise they wouldn't end.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 14, 2010, 11:34:41 AM
You don't say how old you are Stretch - I mean if she's 20 and you're 50 then whayhey ..........  :engel:

No seriously  -  way too young.
Women Girls change a lot around 22/23.

Generally I think up to then they look for a bloke to show them a good time, then the hormones kick in and they are looking for someone who will be solid 'nest-making' material.
Sometimes they don't realise there is a difference and expect laid-back-Larry to turn into MR Super-Salary-Sammy overnight.  :icon_wink:

I was 33 before I got married - 36 for the first son.
Plenty of time to experience all sorts, and then ready to settle.

I do believe that the decision to marry encompasses being ready for family - you are stating that this is the woman you will be happy to have children with and that means it is for the long term.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 14, 2010, 11:38:14 AM
Hell, I'm a cat person who hates dogs,

Well, there's your problem. You're not a real person.   :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 14, 2010, 12:59:48 PM
I've been with this girl for two and a half years, and I'm always feeling like she's trying to change me. It's mostly just little things, but I can't help get the feeling they'd be bigger ones if she thought she could get away with it. Then there's the other things....she's got all these plans of being married by 23 (three years from now), two kids and the house by 27...meanwhile, I haven't decided what country I intend to be living in, let alone what state. Nor am I particularly taken with the idea of multiple kids. Hell, I'm a cat person who hates dogs, and she's a dog person who's allergic to cats.

I've talked to a few friends about it, and the overwhelming theme there is end it/we knew it was coming. Hmm. I'm yet to have anyone even try to convince me that things'll work out. I talked it over with one of my friends over a couple of drinks the other night...she's something like 10/10 for predicting these sort of things (yeah, hardly the most reliable option) and she told me she'd known it would end up like this two years ago. Woot. We then proceeded to debate the merits my "perfect" girl would have...she unknowingly described this girl from work. You know, who I've been checking out for 6+ months. *sigh*

Sounds like you are in a relationship with a possessive girl and have a crush on somebody else.

Scratch that. 6 months in the same workplace and you still are interested? Sounds like a bit more than a crush.

Don't stay with a girl just out of laziness, or because you shy from the confrontation...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 15, 2010, 12:21:59 AM
Just finished watching the "children of dune" and I am not sure how I feel about the ending.  Its like it culminated to a big finish...but then it was a small finish.  Was still fun but the ending made me feel like nothing was really, you know, resolved.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 15, 2010, 01:46:43 AM
Hell, I'm a cat person who hates dogs,

Well, there's your problem. You're not a real person.   :engel:

:p

You don't say how old you are Stretch - I mean if she's 20 and you're 50 then whayhey ..........  :engel:

No seriously  -  way too young.
Women Girls change a lot around 22/23.

Generally I think up to then they look for a bloke to show them a good time, then the hormones kick in and they are looking for someone who will be solid 'nest-making' material.
Sometimes they don't realise there is a difference and expect laid-back-Larry to turn into MR Super-Salary-Sammy overnight.  :icon_wink:

I'm 22; my girlfriend's 20. Work girl is 24. Shouldn't this all be the other way around?

Oh boy, that's tough my friend from oz. I think what wiss said is a good way to look at things.

One note though: it's IMO a shame you'll might leave your current GF for another woman, it'd be better to just break up. Makes you look less of a douchebag, but I guess that's not really an option :wink:

I think I was just insulted :p

Sounds like you are in a relationship with a possessive girl and have a crush on somebody else.

Scratch that. 6 months in the same workplace and you still are interested? Sounds like a bit more than a crush.

Don't stay with a girl just out of laziness, or because you shy from the confrontation...
I think you might have just summarised the whole thing in two sentences. Well played  :eusa_clap:

However, there's always the qualifier that I never rush into anything. 6 months is relatively normal...especially since I've spent a bit of time getting to  know her friends.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 15, 2010, 06:16:12 AM
I'm talking to a mutual friend of the work girl at work to find out if she actually has a boy friend (which interestingly has never come up. Damnit.)

I am not sure whether basing your decision on the question whether work girl has a boyfriend or not is the right thing to do.

First question should be: Do you feel at ease with your current girlfriend or not / can you imagine a happy long-term relationship with her or not?
If you do not feel at ease with her, it wouldn't be fair to waste your and her time anyway, irrespective of work girl being single or not.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 15, 2010, 10:00:41 AM
I'm talking to a mutual friend of the work girl at work to find out if she actually has a boy friend (which interestingly has never come up. Damnit.)

I am not sure whether basing your decision on the question whether work girl has a boyfriend or not is the right thing to do.

First question should be: Do you feel at ease with your current girlfriend or not / can you imagine a happy long-term relationship with her or not?
If you do not feel at ease with her, it wouldn't be fair to waste your and her time anyway, irrespective of work girl being single or not.

Oh, I'm not basing it solely on that. It's simply a factor in the decision.

And no, I'm not really envisaging long term any more. The vast difference in life goals really seems to have done it in  :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 15, 2010, 04:13:18 PM
I just played my first game in 8th edition.
 
  Turn 3 : His entire army (WoC) gone, mine not a single casualty.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 15, 2010, 04:13:59 PM
How is that an unhappy thought?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 15, 2010, 04:16:49 PM
I don't want to be the new Daemons. If winning does not take effort, where's the fun ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 15, 2010, 04:18:24 PM
Point taken.

Just play a different one of your 23 armies (rough estimation). :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 15, 2010, 05:06:39 PM
Nevermind the result - just how are you getting to game on a Thursday afternoon Mr "I cannot be spared from work even on the Friday of the Eurobash"

 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 15, 2010, 05:19:28 PM
The company is closed for summer holidays ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 17, 2010, 02:08:44 AM
Sweet baby Ray's...

I went into the dentist earlier to get my wisdom teeth removed (all 5 of them...) and in the course of removing the bottom right tooth my jaw fractured.  It was only a hairline, but they weren't able to finish.  They had to wire my jaw shut and I'll be this way for at least 3 weeks with a possibility of 6.  Hurts like the dickens, but I've got some decent pain medication that doesn't make me feel like I'm constantly listening to Janis Joplin music.  I hope to be in decent shape in a couple of days.  Though when I go back to get the others removed, if that is, the same thing may occur.  I guess I couldn't be a boxer with this glass jaw.  But, even though this is quite unhappy I'm still keeping my spirits up and thankful that it went as well as it did.  It could always be worse.  The dentist is actually quite good and did inform me that there was a possibility of this happening, so it's not a huge shock.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 17, 2010, 04:43:01 AM
Sweet baby Ray's...

I went into the dentist earlier to get my wisdom teeth removed (all 5 of them...)
Mutant! I only had 4.

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and in the course of removing the bottom right tooth my jaw fractured. It was only a hairline, but they weren't able to finish.  They had to wire my jaw shut and I'll be this way for at least 3 weeks with a possibility of 6.  Hurts like the dickens, but I've got some decent pain medication that doesn't make me feel like I'm constantly listening to Janis Joplin music.  I hope to be in decent shape in a couple of days.  Though when I go back to get the others removed, if that is, the same thing may occur.  I guess I couldn't be a boxer with this glass jaw.  But, even though this is quite unhappy I'm still keeping my spirits up and thankful that it went as well as it did.  It could always be worse.  The dentist is actually quite good and did inform me that there was a possibility of this happening, so it's not a huge shock.
Dang man! That's not so good.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 17, 2010, 10:17:38 AM
Oh wow - a "Wuss" buster - I can never use that again .......................

I empathise - I have suffered with my teeth - combination of violent basketball checks and lousy gums mean real ones are few and far between, and my wisdoms jumped almost into the pliers of their own volition ..........  :engel:

However it is still one of those 'wince making' moments when you hear about it ........ a bit like that cringe you get when you see another man get hit in the nuts.  :closed-eyes:

Still I'm sure Mrs Wiss is happy - no back chat for 3 weeks ......................
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 17, 2010, 12:15:34 PM
Sweet baby Ray's...

I went into the dentist earlier to get my wisdom teeth removed (all 5 of them...) and in the course of removing the bottom right tooth my jaw fractured.  It was only a hairline, but they weren't able to finish.  They had to wire my jaw shut and I'll be this way for at least 3 weeks with a possibility of 6.  Hurts like the dickens, but I've got some decent pain medication that doesn't make me feel like I'm constantly listening to Janis Joplin music.  I hope to be in decent shape in a couple of days.  Though when I go back to get the others removed, if that is, the same thing may occur.  I guess I couldn't be a boxer with this glass jaw.  But, even though this is quite unhappy I'm still keeping my spirits up and thankful that it went as well as it did.  It could always be worse.  The dentist is actually quite good and did inform me that there was a possibility of this happening, so it's not a huge shock.

Ouchy. You have my pity.

Note to self: Don't use this smiley for three weeks when writing to wissenlander: :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 17, 2010, 12:40:15 PM
Thanks for the well wishes.

Mutant! I only had 4.

Yeah, I was surprised to find another hanger on.  I was...ashamed.


Oh wow - a "Wuss" buster - I can never use that again .......................

I am quite manly.

I empathise - I have suffered with my teeth - combintionS of violent basketball checks and lousy gums mean real ones ar few and far between, and my wisdoms jumped almost into the pliers of their own volition ..........  :engel:

I did have a tooth knocked out playing American football once.  I didn't play street ball, though, which sounds like what they play over on your side of the pond.

However it is still one of those 'wince making' moments when you hear about it ........ a bit like that cringe you get when you see another man get hit in the nuts.  :closed-eyes:

That and anything to do with knees. :eusa_sick:

Still I'm sure Mrs Wiss is happy - no back chat for 3 weeks ......................

That's not true.  I'm already sassing her.

Note to self: Don't use this smiley for three weeks when writing to wissenlander: :ph34r:

I can smile, it just looks like the first time T'ealc smiled on Stargate SG-1.  More creepy than anything.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on July 19, 2010, 12:01:01 PM
The roof in my room is leaking...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 19, 2010, 01:36:57 PM
The roof in my room is leaking...

Well, now you don't have to go very far to take a shower...

in all seriousness, how bad is the leak?  Something that a little repair job can do, or does it require an entire roof remodel?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on July 19, 2010, 02:02:47 PM
I have no idea. My dad is coming home to take a look at it. I believe it is only a minor leak, as it was only slowly dripping. Though it was leaking from under the central beam in the roof, so I guess that is no good... Hopefully it is easy fixed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 19, 2010, 02:55:34 PM
I have no idea. My dad is coming home to take a look at it. I believe it is only a minor leak, as it was only slowly dripping. Though it was leaking from under the central beam in the roof, so I guess that is no good... Hopefully it is easy fixed.

If you can get to the beam, staple a towel to the beam below where the water starts and around the beam with a good bit hanging down.  Put a bucket below the towel.  The towel absorbs the water, gravity and soaking will pull the water down and drip into the bucket.

Gives you time to fix the leak.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on July 20, 2010, 12:13:59 PM
Dad found the problem. They made a mistake when they made the roof over 20 years ago with the drainage. It is an easy fix, but we don't have any spare roof tiles, and my dad don't want to risk to break one while fixing the leak without having a spare one. Now he just need to find some that fits...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 21, 2010, 05:10:52 AM
So, an update on my... 'situation'

Her mutual friend at work has informed me that work girl has a boyfriend in a long-term, COMMITTED relationship (not my capitalisation) and basically implied that I'm scum of the earth for even considering leaving my girlfriend and should never speak to either of them again. Wonderful. Take that whatever shred of optimism you had that this was going to work out in some way or another.

In retrospect, shouldn't have done squat for the moment. Goddamn rush of blood to the head. So probably not in a good place this afternoon.

Dunno what I'm gonna do. I want to end things with my current gf, but....**** it.

*** it, I'm going for a run. Clear my head. Out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 21, 2010, 06:26:02 AM
Goddamn rush of blood to the head.

It probably wasn't a rush to the 'upper' head....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 21, 2010, 06:37:28 AM

In retrospect, shouldn't have done squat for the moment.

Dunno what I'm gonna do. I want to end things with my current gf, but....**** it.


This is always the problem - people run one problem into another.

First thing IS to deal with your current girlfriend - if you are not happy then end it.
If you are just daydreaming about something better, and this is where 'other girl' has got in the way then get back to working on the current relationship.
I suspect you are not happy.

When that is done and dusted and a suitable time has elapsed, you are free to explore other options.

I am quite interested by 'mutual friend's' strong reaction -
a) Were you that unsubtle asking about the other girl's relationship status? (Typical Aussie male :engel: )
b) Did you come on too strong showing your interest in the other girl?
c) Why are you scum of the earth?

If other girl has been pretty friendly for 6 months - was there ever any flirting, any innuendo?

It is possible that 'mutual friend' reacted strongly, because:
1. She thinks other girl might actually be interested in you, and she is 'protecting' her.
2. She fancies you herself.

Sounds fascinating - Dr Midaski is intrigued.






Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on July 21, 2010, 07:17:20 AM
... Cannon of doom and big time have made me a bit paranoid for my GI bill benefits....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 21, 2010, 07:32:20 AM

In retrospect, shouldn't have done squat for the moment.

Dunno what I'm gonna do. I want to end things with my current gf, but....**** it.


This is always the problem - people run one problem into another.

First thing IS to deal with your current girlfriend - if you are not happy then end it.
If you are just daydreaming about something better, and this is where 'other girl' has got in the way then get back to working on the current relationship.
I suspect you are not happy.

When that is done and dusted and a suitable time has elapsed, you are free to explore other options.

I am quite interested by 'mutual friend's' strong reaction -
a) Were you that unsubtle asking about the other girl's relationship status? (Typical Aussie male :engel: )
b) Did you come on too strong showing your interest in the other girl?
c) Why are you scum of the earth?

If other girl has been pretty friendly for 6 months - was there ever any flirting, any innuendo?

It is possible that 'mutual friend' reacted strongly, because:
1. She thinks other girl might actually be interested in you, and she is 'protecting' her.
2. She fancies you herself.

Sounds fascinating - Dr Midaski is intrigued.

Amazing how a hard run clears your head.

So Dr....

That's the current plan anyway. End things at least somewhat gracefully and see how things are looking on the other side. You're right - I'm running one issue into another, which has blown up in my face. It could actually be a good thing....at least this was handled somewhat quietly and the **** won't hit the fan at work - even if I am person non grata around reception.

Mutual friend's (should call her ex-mutual friend, as she quite bluntly informed me that I'm not to speak to her again. Period. End of story. Sexual harassment charges were implied kind of thing never again) reaction...

a) Probably ballsed this one, as I didn't even enquire about current relationship status
b) I wouldn't have said it was too strong - I was asking about the odds of accepting an invite for a drink - hell, might have even been *too* light-hearted.
c) Two parter - 1. Was dumb enough to ask this *before* ending things with current gf (who mutual friend knows about thanks to Facebook). 2. Work girl has a bf and how dare I even think about a taken girl.

And for the second one, strong neither. For 1., see c). For 2., mutual friend has a boyfriend

Your diagnosis Doc? I'm leaning on cutting my losses and dropping the whole thing. It'll suck short term....but live and learn right?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 21, 2010, 07:53:43 AM
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I'm talking to a mutual friend of the work girl at work to find out if she actually has a boy friend (which interestingly has never come up. Damnit.)

I am not sure whether basing your decision on the question whether work girl has a boyfriend or not is the right thing to do.

First question should be: Do you feel at ease with your current girlfriend or not / can you imagine a happy long-term relationship with her or not?
If you do not feel at ease with her, it wouldn't be fair to waste your and her time anyway, irrespective of work girl being single or not.

 :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 21, 2010, 08:01:02 AM
Her mutual friend at work has informed me that work girl has a boyfriend in a long-term, COMMITTED relationship (not my capitalisation) and basically implied that I'm scum of the earth for even considering leaving my girlfriend and should never speak to either of them again.

I am also surprised by her strong reaction and wonder why she reacted that way.

Maybe she's in a similar situation with her boyfriend and tries to hold on to the relationship?

Maybe she's interested in you herself?

Maybe she knows more than you do and there are problems in the current relationship of 'work girl' and she is trying to protect her?

Whatever it is, listen to Dr Midaski - first thing is to deal with your current girlfriend (see my post of July 15).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 21, 2010, 08:35:11 AM
Yes, you may say I told you so :p . It's very much applicable in this situation.

Her mutual friend at work has informed me that work girl has a boyfriend in a long-term, COMMITTED relationship (not my capitalisation) and basically implied that I'm scum of the earth for even considering leaving my girlfriend and should never speak to either of them again.

I am also surprised by her strong reaction and wonder why she reacted that way.

Maybe she's in a similar situation with her boyfriend and tries to hold on to the relationship? Not sure, not sure if I want to know

Maybe she's interested in you herself? Definitely not

Maybe she knows more than you do and there are problems in the current relationship of 'work girl' and she is trying to protect her? Interesting perspective. Might leave me with an opening to step back and see how things play out.

Whatever it is, listen to Dr Midaski - first thing is to deal with your current girlfriend (see my post of July 15).
That's next on the agenda. I'm not going to do anything this weekend - it's her Dad's birthday, and unnecessary drama (and there *will* be drama when this comes to pass) wouldn't be fair on him. Next week.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 21, 2010, 09:17:53 AM
... Cannon of doom and big time have made me a bit paranoid for my GI bill benefits....

Don't be paranoid, it's an awesome benefit that you have earned and should take full advantage of. Just pay attention to it, and make sure that if you get more money than you expect, you don't spend it without first talking to your VA guy.

Despite the problems I have had I am still really glad to have the GI Bill. It's the only way I am able to afford to put myself through Seminary.

 :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 22, 2010, 12:04:04 AM
Yeah, because the 30k from Mountain Dew was all spent on cocaine, right?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 22, 2010, 01:42:47 AM
Yeah, because the 30k from Mountain Dew was all spent on cocaine, right?

No, that went towards my wife's 50k in medical bills because she and the boy nearly both died.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on July 22, 2010, 04:59:13 AM
oouch. 

Random unhappy thought, (though it pales in comparsion to others here.)  Sh***y nite at work. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 22, 2010, 03:46:56 PM
Yeah, because the 30k from Mountain Dew was all spent on cocaine, right?

No, that went towards my wife's 50k in medical bills because she and the boy nearly both died.  :closed-eyes:
.... :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 23, 2010, 09:43:39 AM
Yeah, because the 30k from Mountain Dew was all spent on cocaine, right?

No, that went towards my wife's 50k in medical bills because she and the boy nearly both died.  :closed-eyes:
.... :unsure:

 :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on July 23, 2010, 10:03:50 AM
I just lost 3 games in a row yesterday...  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 23, 2010, 10:07:37 AM
That should teach you not to start a row.











Yawn.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 23, 2010, 10:56:53 AM
Row row row your boat gently down the stream ...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: steveb on July 23, 2010, 02:25:41 PM
winning is more fun than losing, but losing doesn't have to be a bad thing, unless it is against those nasty Brettonians.  steveb
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on July 23, 2010, 02:39:51 PM
Its not fun losing when you cant do much about the game. Its okay to lose a game that was balanced and the outcome wasnt given in turn one.. Silly warriors of chaos.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 25, 2010, 06:05:03 PM
So I just destroyed it with a girl I really like...


edit-

thought I should elaborate.

So known this girl for a while, mentioned her before here as well. Anyway met up when I was in aus last week. Hung out abit then later that night htings got frisky but I couldn't really stand to attention so she kicked me out of her house at 4am (sort of understandably...) As I live near the gap the words "where can I get alcohol at 4 am and take me to the gap" didn't really fill my cabbie with confidence (the gap is a big suicide spot).

anyway, some reason she gave me a 2nd chance and we hung out again and as I was home alone after seeing a film we went back to mine.

THINGS WENT AWESOMELY WELL LIKE FAAAAAAAAAAAARK.

really awesome umm but the next night I was with my best mate and we opened our bottle of 95% alcohol we got in Rome for our 21sts (T17 get some it's incredible just make sure you mix it or if you down bottle caps do it straight because it burns the fark out of your mouth if you leave it resting for a while - found that out the hard way).

So pissed out of my brain I texted her and she replied in a snarky manner to which I sent:

"I'm a born winner, I was put on this earth to make a difference, to be the best you have to beat the best and I'm undefeated. My style is everlasting. I'm never going to back down. I win, you loose. The world is mine."

she replied:

"oh honey, idea of you beating me in anything is ridiculous and I only hung out with you because I was bored and now you're boring why bother"

tried to call her in the morning after but she never picked up... ouch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 25, 2010, 06:55:29 PM
"I'm a born winner, I was put on this earth to make a difference, to be the best you have to beat the best and I'm undefeated. My style is everlasting. I'm never going to back down. I win, you loose. The world is mine."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 25, 2010, 06:57:15 PM
it wasn't anything special dude... it was the speach from a showtek song (edited slightly) while incredibly drunk. I was just dumb enough to send it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaa7aDsIwOM
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on July 25, 2010, 10:02:35 PM
Oh well, shows you that she isnt worth fighting much for.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 26, 2010, 01:19:38 AM
Yea, getting snot dripping drunk with a girl you really like often does not end well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on July 26, 2010, 03:25:30 AM
Yea, getting snot dripping drunk with a girl you really like often does not end well.

And therefore, what is the lesson we learn Ben?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 26, 2010, 03:42:07 AM
when drunk and texting, make sure you say something totally awesome not totally fail.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 26, 2010, 04:08:01 AM
Best bet is to always quote a really great movie or TV show. You can never go wrong with Spaceballs or Arrested Development quotes. Try to stear clear of the more obscure films and shows, though. Invader Zim is hilarious, but it will only get you into the pants of a specific demographic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on July 26, 2010, 05:49:37 AM
Best bet is to always quote a really great movie or TV show. You can never go wrong with Spaceballs or Arrested Development quotes. Try to stear clear of the more obscure films and shows, though.

What oximoronic advice. I love it!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 26, 2010, 06:24:27 AM
You can never go wrong with Spaceballs ...

"I'm surrounded by assholes!!" doesn't make a lot of friends though.... :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 26, 2010, 07:22:54 AM
It's okay, though. I'm my own best friend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 26, 2010, 08:47:12 AM
You can never go wrong with Spaceballs ...

"I'm surrounded by assholes!!" doesn't make a lot of friends though.... :icon_wink:

"She's going from suck to blow!" isn't a great pick-up line either...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: shavixmir on July 26, 2010, 08:51:53 AM
I think one of the best pick-up lines I ever heard was:

"What's a girl like you doing in a place like this?"
"It's not so bad."
"Yeah. That's what I mean, what are you doing here?"

I think it was in a film.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 26, 2010, 10:49:58 AM
The best pick-up line I've ever heard is in Dutch so it'll need some explaining, it goes:

"Ik heb geen openingszin, maar jij hebt een opening en ik heb zin."

Openingszin is Dutch for pick-up line

Basically, before the comma it reads: "I don't have a pick-up line,..."

The rest of the sentence is a bit of wordplay concerning different meanings of the same word.

'Opening' is rather similar to its English meaning. It can refer to a start, like in 'opening gambit'. An opening is also a word for a hole, be it an opening between a line of troops, the entrance to a tent or a crack in the floor that shows you the floor below.

'Zin' means 'sentence' in Dutch. So 'openingszin' is literally 'starting sentence', so the line with which you start the conversation. The term can be used for any conversation but mostly relates to pick-up lines.

However, 'zin' also means something along the lines of 'wanting something pleasurable'. "Ik heb zin in taart" means "I'd like some cake". Without a topic to refer to in the same or a previous sentence though 'zin' plainly refers to sex. I want to have sex.

So the whole of the above sentence can be translated like: "I don't have a pick-up line, but you've got a hole and I want sex." Much better in Dutch you'll agree.  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 26, 2010, 11:40:28 AM
You could make it a lot better in english if you dropped the word 'pick-up'

"I don't have an opening line, but you have an opening I'd like a lot" 

:engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 26, 2010, 01:22:07 PM
Funnel clouds outside my apartment complex yesterday. luckily nothing touched down. We have been without power since 3pm saturday, its 9am monday and we finally got it back. I am watching over an orphaned white kitten while my girlfriend is at class. I have to make sure the bigger tabby cat doesnt kill the little dude.  On a lighter note the little white kitten (Apollo is what we are calling him) is sticking to me like glue as if I was her mommy.  I'll post some pics up in the pet picture thread once I've loaded them up.  The kitten strangely has one blue eye and one green...and wont seem to shut up if I am not around!  Couldnt sleep last night. too hot and the kitten was crying for a better part of the night.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 26, 2010, 03:20:52 PM
How big is the kitten?  Is it old enough to eat regular cat food?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 26, 2010, 03:40:26 PM
it wasn't anything special dude... it was the speach from a showtek song (edited slightly) while incredibly drunk. I was just dumb enough to send it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaa7aDsIwOM
If it was true, you wouldnt need to say it
and if it wasn't you come across as a douchebag.

I have no idea how it would even be possible to be drunk enough to think sending that was a good idea.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 26, 2010, 03:46:30 PM
I'm wondering how you can at the same time be drunk enough to think that AND not too drunk to be capable to do so.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 26, 2010, 03:56:50 PM
 :icon_mrgreen:

The text probably read fghdjhjdj
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 26, 2010, 05:41:27 PM
How big is the kitten?  Is it old enough to eat regular cat food?
guessing about 5 weeks old. It can eat regular cat food...or at least it prefers the cats food over the kitten food.  Just scheduled a vet visit. she has ear mites.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 26, 2010, 06:30:04 PM
Sounds good man.  Good luck! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 26, 2010, 10:40:12 PM
The kitten strangely has one blue eye and one green...and wont seem to shut up if I am not around!

Not uncommon, especially in white female cats. Both blue and green eyes are caused by a lack of pigmentation in the iris. In the case of one green and one blue eye, it is a form of heterochromia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heterochromia). It's the same genetic phenomenon that produces calico cats (which are almost always female). See also: Odd-Eyed Cat (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odd-eyed_cat).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 28, 2010, 02:36:56 PM

Finlay

I wish it read GKFJALKSDJALSJFDLA


but on a serious note (cause I did actually like this girl). There are many things I am, there are many things I'm not.

I'm pretty sure I'm NOT boring. Like that really shits me that I'd be called boring...not cool.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 28, 2010, 02:41:15 PM
Personally, I think "syphilis-ridden maggot" is worse.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 28, 2010, 02:46:32 PM
No that one would be fine because I know it's not true...yet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 28, 2010, 02:47:54 PM
...but you suspect that you might be boring?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 28, 2010, 02:50:15 PM
I dunno...maybe, you lot think I'm boring?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 28, 2010, 02:56:27 PM
I've no idea, honestly.

"Boring" is so very subjective. Why should you care if other people think that you are? Perhaps they're just stupid?

Do whatever interests you and have fun while doing it, and treat such accusations as background noise. Sticks and stones and all that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 28, 2010, 02:57:15 PM
I dunno...maybe, you lot think I'm boring?!

Even if so why should you care?

I think your episodes of "look at me how great I am" are more annoying.

I think she also got annoyed by your look at me and you spoiled what could have been a great pool couple.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 28, 2010, 02:58:00 PM
I've no idea, honestly.

"Boring" is so very subjective. Why should you care if other people think that you are? Perhaps they're just stupid?

Do whatever interests you and have fun while doing it, and treat such accusations as background noise. Sticks and stones and all that.

Well these sticks and stones mean he won´t get to see her lovelies again so they will hurt him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 28, 2010, 03:00:16 PM
...but they won't break his bone...



Okay, okay, I'll stop already.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 28, 2010, 03:04:59 PM

Oh yea Arrogant SOB is definitely on my "attributes" list.

I just take offence to the idea that I could possibly be boring. Which is probably odd as I don't take offence to much otherwise. Plus currently I'm bored. Hmm if I'm bored and can't entertain myself does that mean I AM boring?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 28, 2010, 03:06:03 PM
I'm pretty sure I'm boring by some most all people's standards.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 28, 2010, 03:15:54 PM
Something that is actually unhappy, for me, as opposed to my boringness which I find to be quite 'exciting'...

A co-worker is heading back to his home state of California.  He ended up becoming a very good friend, and my one consistent gaming buddy.  With the advent of 8th edition changes and his departure it made the perfect storm where I have grown very tired of this hobby.  On top of that, for his going away lunch we are going to a Mexican restaurant.  I love Mexican food, but I cannot partake as my jaw is still wired shut.  Generally we go to places for departure lunches that I wouldn't really care to go to on my own, but this is a nice exception (oh the cruel irony). 

I think I will have blended chili tonight, though, so it may not be so bad.  As long as it doesn't have the same texture as blended macaroni and cheese. :eusa_sick:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on July 28, 2010, 03:52:44 PM
One of my dogs may have cancer, and has an abcessed tooth.

She's 7.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 28, 2010, 03:53:16 PM
:icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on July 28, 2010, 03:56:47 PM
Well 8 now, but still.

She should have at least another 4-5 years ahead of her...

They think she may have cancer because she has an extremely low blood count, but she's not acting abnormally at all. We'll know for sure in 2 weeks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 28, 2010, 04:26:10 PM
Something that is actually unhappy, for me, as opposed to my boringness which I find to be quite 'exciting'...

A co-worker is heading back to his home state of California.  He ended up becoming a very good friend, and my one consistent gaming buddy.  With the advent of 8th edition changes and his departure it made the perfect storm where I have grown very tired of this hobby.  On top of that, for his going away lunch we are going to a Mexican restaurant.  I love Mexican food, but I cannot partake as my jaw is still wired shut.  Generally we go to places for departure lunches that I wouldn't really care to go to on my own, but this is a nice exception (oh the cruel irony). 

I think I will have blended chili tonight, though, so it may not be so bad.  As long as it doesn't have the same texture as blended macaroni and cheese. :eusa_sick:

why's your jaw wired shut?!

and shit bout your buddy going man.

Well 8 now, but still.

She should have at least another 4-5 years ahead of her...

They think she may have cancer because she has an extremely low blood count, but she's not acting abnormally at all. We'll know for sure in 2 weeks.

It's tough ain't it. My aussie dog is 15 now, almost blind, totally deaf, both back legs with arthritis it wasn't pleasant to see her again. Worse for my brother as he was 1 when we got Rebel so he's grown up with the dog his entire life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 28, 2010, 06:32:31 PM
Hope things turn out well with your dog, T12.

Ben, my jaw was broken when I was having some wisdom teeth removed a week and half ago.  Should be off next week, hopefully.  My buddy was ambushed at the Mexican restaurant and they sang to him and another co-worker (birthday) and they had to wear sombreros.  Good times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on July 28, 2010, 08:16:21 PM
One of my dogs may have cancer, and has an abcessed tooth.

She's 7.
:-( I feel sorry for you mate, losing pets is very sad.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on July 29, 2010, 07:03:13 AM
Worse for my brother as he was 1 when we got Rebel so he's grown up with the dog his entire life.

You know, the guy I know who you most remind me of, also had a dog named Rebel.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on July 29, 2010, 08:10:15 AM
You can never go wrong with Spaceballs ...

"I'm surrounded by assholes!!" doesn't make a lot of friends though.... :icon_wink:

I suppose it depends on the crowd,

shouting that angrily in a legislative assembly:  par for the course

laughingly commenting it in a church during a sermon:  will get you very, very, cold stares.

excitedly squealing it in the middle of a gay bar :... will get you, ummm...  "dance partners"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 29, 2010, 08:37:16 AM
Quote
"I'm surrounded by assholes!!" doesn't make a lot of friends though.... :icon_wink:

I suppose it depends on the crowd,

shouting that angrily in a legislative assembly:  par for the course

laughingly commenting it in a church during a sermon:  will get you very, very, cold stares.

excitedly squealing it in the middle of a gay bar :... will get you, ummm...  "dance partners"

:icon_lol:

We need Perambulator, Grutch and Shadowlord to prove your assumption.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 29, 2010, 08:41:05 AM
It's raining cats and dogs every day here, and I urgently need good weather as the workers cannot continue making the cellar waterproof without it. Water is running into the cellar in huge quantities, there is dirt everywhere in the house as we have two kids and two cats running around ... This whole cellar issue is giving me a hard time at the moment. If it stopped raining, we would be able to fix it within one week.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 29, 2010, 09:59:12 AM
What's that old saying about "the Righteous" ..............  :engel:

Here in sunny England we are moaning that we haven't had any rain for weeks - some places have had th eodd short deluge, but sunny Sussex - where I am hasn't had more than the odd few drops for weeks - having to water the garden, and the wife's tomatoes, every other night is seriously eating into my gaming room time ............

 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 29, 2010, 10:03:55 AM
What's that old saying about "the Righteous" ..............  :engel:

I don't know that one.

Only this:

The rain, it raineth on the just
and also on the unjust fella,
but raineth chiefly on the just, because
the unjust hath the just's umbrella.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 29, 2010, 10:08:02 AM
We hadn't had any rain for weeks - it started to rain when they had finished digging and the trench was open so that all the water could directly run into the cellar ...  *Warhammer-Weib's swearing <- censored*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gnoblar 101 on July 29, 2010, 03:30:24 PM
ha ha ha for once it's not raining in Scotland so i'm taking the oportunity to laugh at every one who does have rain mwa ha ha ha ha :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on July 29, 2010, 04:46:47 PM
Worse for my brother as he was 1 when we got Rebel so he's grown up with the dog his entire life.

You know, the guy I know who you most remind me of, also had a dog named Rebel.

hahah well we're a special breed!

My place made the news last night and this morning in the papers for being flooded. Our complex driveway has a dip and then rise. The front gates were entirely covered in water and firemen had to rescue 10 wokers at a construction sight next door. Turns out the construction work had fucked all the drainage (we live at the bottom of a hill) so with the massive thunderstorm we got on wednesday everything just started piling up.

Took my dog for a walk in the evening and lost my favourite pair of flip-flops in the foot deep mud.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on July 29, 2010, 05:36:27 PM
Worse for my brother as he was 1 when we got Rebel so he's grown up with the dog his entire life.

You know, the guy I know who you most remind me of, also had a dog named Rebel.

The dogs were dirty southerners?  :engel:
Like Wissenlander?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on July 29, 2010, 05:37:25 PM
Quote
"I'm surrounded by assholes!!" doesn't make a lot of friends though.... :icon_wink:

I suppose it depends on the crowd,

shouting that angrily in a legislative assembly:  par for the course

laughingly commenting it in a church during a sermon:  will get you very, very, cold stares.

excitedly squealing it in the middle of a gay bar :... will get you, ummm...  "dance partners"

 :icon_lol:

We need Perambulator, Grutch and Shadowlord to prove your assumption.

I'm sorry, what?  :?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 29, 2010, 05:38:40 PM
The dogs were dirty southerners?  :engel:
Like Wissenlander?

I knew where you were going even without checking the small print you Yankee debil!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 29, 2010, 05:42:05 PM
I'm sorry, what?  :?

I figure Grutch is needed for the anger part, you for the legislative part and Shadowlord for the 'fun' part.  Not sure about the church crowd.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on July 29, 2010, 05:55:32 PM
I'm sorry, what?  :?

I figure Grutch is needed for the anger part, you for the legislative part and Shadowlord for the 'fun' part.  Not sure about the church crowd.

okaaaay.... still confused, but sure.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 29, 2010, 05:56:29 PM
Quote
"I'm surrounded by assholes!!" doesn't make a lot of friends though.... :icon_wink:

I suppose it depends on the crowd,

shouting that angrily in a legislative assembly:  par for the course

laughingly commenting it in a church during a sermon:  will get you very, very, cold stares.

excitedly squealing it in the middle of a gay bar :... will get you, ummm...  "dance partners"

 :icon_lol:

We need Perambulator, Grutch and Shadowlord to prove your assumption.

I'm sorry, what?  :?

You for legislative assembly part, Grutch for the church part and Shadowlord... well, duh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on July 29, 2010, 05:58:14 PM
Ah, yes. Got it. True enough.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 29, 2010, 06:07:42 PM
You for legislative assembly part, Grutch for the church part and Shadowlord... well, duh.

My apologies to Grutch on the anger part, but I guess he can still be mad with his scowl! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 29, 2010, 08:59:25 PM
ha ha ha for once it's not raining in Scotland so i'm taking the oportunity to laugh at every one who does have rain mwa ha ha ha ha :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin:

I am at the beach and wearing sunglasses enjoying the scenery.

Fuck Scotland, wet or dry.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on July 30, 2010, 10:54:04 AM
The washing machine in my compound has a fault in its drainage and I havent been able to open the lid because there was water in it. Untill i found that secret lid opener pin. Anyways. Clothes that have been soaking in water for 5 days doesnt smell well,...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gnoblar 101 on July 30, 2010, 03:27:51 PM
The washing machine in my compound has a fault in its drainage and I havent been able to open the lid because there was water in it. Untill i found that secret lid opener pin. Anyways. Clothes that have been soaking in water for 5 days doesnt smell well,...
ha ha ha i love this thread, whenever i'm bored it's great for cheering me up :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on July 30, 2010, 03:29:24 PM
McKnights' smelly underwear is cheering you up?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 30, 2010, 03:35:34 PM
McKnights' smelly underwear is cheering you up?
The washing machine in my compound has a fault in its drainage and I havent been able to open the lid because there was water in it. Untill i found that secret lid opener pin. Anyways. Clothes that have been soaking in water for 5 days doesnt smell well,...
ha ha ha i love this thread, whenever i'm bored it's great for cheering me up :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol:

Shadowlord, quit making duplicate accounts !
 
Gnoblar 101....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gnoblar 101 on July 30, 2010, 03:36:33 PM
no i just love laughing at people when bad things happen to them... i guess you could say i'm not that nice :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on July 30, 2010, 04:47:54 PM
Finally a plumber checked it out and fixed it. Seems like some small coins where blocking the machine's drainage....

So now my clothes are trying to dry... and all is well!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on July 31, 2010, 12:39:11 AM
Finally a plumber checked it out and fixed it. Seems like some small coins where blocking the machine's drainage....

Was the plumbers name... Mario?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 31, 2010, 10:17:36 AM
This is the thread for randomly complaining about things, right?

I have a cold and I feel ill.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 31, 2010, 10:22:47 AM
 :Ohmy: This is one of the most devastating diseases with lethal outcome ...  :Ohmy:








... for men.  :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 31, 2010, 10:34:06 AM
It's just as well that I wasn't expecting sympathy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 31, 2010, 11:15:10 AM
It's just as well that I wasn't expecting sympathy.

You had a megabattle last Saturday .............

You got a game with beer at Warhamster World this week with Finlay ..............

You expect sympathy  :icon_question:


Actually I suppose you are about to blame the "Poor decisions" that cost you the latter defeat on the fact that the 'man-flu' was obviously in the early stages of wreaking havoc on your brain and body ....................

 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on July 31, 2010, 11:17:31 AM
Finally a plumber checked it out and fixed it. Seems like some small coins where blocking the machine's drainage....

Was the plumbers name... Mario?

Hahahha xD
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 31, 2010, 11:33:01 AM
Quote from: Midaski
You expect sympathy


I'm still sad about not going to the eurobash though. Which was my own fault, of course.



Actually I suppose you are about to blame the "Poor decisions" that cost you the latter defeat on the fact that the 'man-flu' was obviously in the early stages of wreaking havoc on your brain and body ....................

Yes, that!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 31, 2010, 06:59:22 PM
Bored, so rewatching The Bridge at Remagen. Raging hard about the part where a bunch of tanks cross open ground in the field of fire of entrenched 88's and then annihilate them without a single loss.

These are entrenched 88's goddamit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on August 02, 2010, 09:50:40 AM
Who the heck are the 88s?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 02, 2010, 09:56:55 AM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/8.8_cm_Pak_43 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/8.8_cm_Pak_43)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 02, 2010, 10:00:44 AM
Actually i think he means Flak 88 :P http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flak_88 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flak_88)


I cant remember that scene.... I better see it again.


My unhappy thought yesterday. When Aldaris and I got our behinds served to us several times in starcraft :P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 02, 2010, 10:05:43 AM
I am really fed up with cleaning the cellar again and again. We just need one or two days without rain to fix the cellar ...  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 02, 2010, 10:07:02 AM
I am really fed up with cleaning ............. again and again.

...... but that is your role in life as a female ............................





 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 02, 2010, 10:13:41 AM
Actually i think he means Flak 88 :P http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flak_88 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flak_88)
That's the same gun... this is the AA version, the one I linked is the anti-tank. Although yes, the AA version was used for anti-tank as well.

My unhappy thought yesterday. When Aldaris and I got our behinds served to us several times in starcraft :P
Ah, but we won some too! But in the end we had kind of a shitty streak of running into players a bit out of our league...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 02, 2010, 10:17:30 AM
Actually i think he means Flak 88 :P http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flak_88 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flak_88)
That's the same gun... rhis is the AA version, the one I,linked is the anti-tank.

My unhappy thought yesterday. When Aldaris and I got our behinds served to us several times in starcraft :P
Ah, but we won some too! But in the end we had kind of a shitty streak of running into players a bit out of our league...

You make me want to play that game even though I didn´t even want to buy that game....hmmm must resist and get elementals because that game I can play on train.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 02, 2010, 10:18:08 AM
I am really fed up with cleaning ............. again and again.

...... but that is your role in life as a female ............................





 :engel:

Perhaps in England in Germany we like to steal bikes together with our women, play warhammer, make love, and overall enjoy life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 02, 2010, 10:26:37 AM
Its not the same gun! :O


But yea, i wanna play against noobs.. thats much more fun. Where is Shadowlord when you need him :P


Play it Fandir... PLAY IT! Join the Starcraft side!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gnoblar 101 on August 02, 2010, 01:45:31 PM
I am really fed up with cleaning ............. again and again.

...... but that is your role in life as a female ............................





 :engel:

Perhaps in England in Germany we like to steal bikes together with our women, play warhammer, make love, and overall enjoy life.
hhmmm... i think i should visit Germany... :-D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 02, 2010, 02:01:09 PM
Who the heck are the 88s?

(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg252/The-Crazy-88s/crazy.jpg)

And you can see why you should fear them, entrenched or not!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mogsam on August 02, 2010, 02:16:14 PM
In fairness they lose horribly and don't cause a single casulty in that film too. Even the one inexplicably in a schoolgirl costume.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 04, 2010, 08:55:14 AM
Oh look, Stretch is single again.

Buh-bow.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 04, 2010, 09:02:33 AM
Oh look, Stretch is single again.

Buh-bow.

bad breakup?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2010, 09:24:58 AM
Oh look, Stretch is single again.

Buh-bow.

Surely this is in the wrong thread - the outcome of the previous discussion on this matter led me to believe that you needed to be single for a while ..................
 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 04, 2010, 10:00:24 AM
Oh look, Stretch is single again.

Buh-bow.

bad breakup?

Not sure if there's such thing as a good one.

Mids: the self-deprecation didn't come across very well. You're right though....a little me-time will be....beneficial.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on August 04, 2010, 11:08:23 AM
I just dropped my 10 man big unit of GS on the floor, breaking of the standard, and bending the champions sword so much that the paint fell off on the bending point... Except for those two, the rest looks ok.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 04, 2010, 11:39:50 AM
I still have that cold no one cares about.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 04, 2010, 12:00:50 PM
I care about it. Are you sure you're eating enough? Because you don't look like you could afford to lose weight. Stay in bed if possible, and be sure to get enough vitamis. Fresh fruit are preferable, but pill work as well to a certain extent. Also, make sure you drink enough water or tea, but nothing with crystal sugar, because it nourishes bacteria. Hot camille tea with honey and some lemon juice works best.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 04, 2010, 12:02:30 PM
Or just yell at it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 04, 2010, 12:15:04 PM
I care about it. Are you sure you're eating enough? Because you don't look like you could afford to lose weight. Stay in bed if possible, and be sure to get enough vitamis. Fresh fruit are preferable, but pill work as well to a certain extent. Also, make sure you drink enough water or tea, but nothing with crystal sugar, because it nourishes bacteria. Hot camille tea with honey and some lemon juice works best.

Hey, thanks! I appreciate that. I can't stay in bed though, unfortunately. But I'll try to eat more fruit.



Quote from: wissenlander
Or just yell at it.

I can't shout at the moment.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 04, 2010, 12:17:18 PM
Well, get better soon then!  I can't do much yelling, either.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 04, 2010, 12:18:07 PM
That's okay. You're married, you have somebody to do the yelling for you...




::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 04, 2010, 12:20:28 PM
We're not a 'typical' marriage, in a good way. :smile2: 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 04, 2010, 12:24:20 PM
We're not a 'typical' marriage, in a good way. :smile2:

Wrong thread !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 04, 2010, 12:25:31 PM
Good for you! :::cheers:::

I have outsourced all yelling to my GF. Like Alice from "Dilbert".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 04, 2010, 12:33:25 PM
Well, she is my ringer when it comes to 'yelling' at other people.  I'm such a push over when I get on the phone.  "So that's why you screwed us and over charged us an extra $250?  Ok!  Have a great day, you, awesome person." :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 06, 2010, 04:09:34 AM
Yeah, I can occilate. Sometimes I am tough as, sometimes I push over from a calm breeze.

And rufus, make sure you keep your chest warm. Often I get cold because my chest has gotten cold, either from exposure, or running and breathing in cold air.
That means wearing shirts!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on August 06, 2010, 09:09:50 AM
Yeah, I can occilate.

Like a fan.


I can't stay in bed though, unfortunately. But I'll try to eat more fruit.

Fruit and Juice. That Simply Orange juice is awesome. I'm a big fan of Simply Apple too. Just real juice, and no added sugars, so it's better for you than regular juice when you are sick.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 07, 2010, 02:27:01 AM
my girlfriend is on a road trip with some friends for a friend's birthday... however in this group of friends there's a guy I dont like because he has repeatedly tried to steal my girlfriend or break us up. We originally thought it would be just a bunch of girls and gay guys on this road trip, until he apparently went to.  Hell the person whose birthday this is, her boyfriend wasn't even invited to this.  meanwhile I am stuck at home hoping he doesnt drug/take advantage of her.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on August 07, 2010, 03:03:11 AM
Well if he does you can always chop him with an axe.

or wait, maybe this is the wrong century for that.  oh yes that's right you can ummm....     hey this century SUX!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on August 07, 2010, 04:46:10 AM
Does "I agree with you dur Hurenwiebel" Sound as cool out loud as it does in my head? Yes. Yes it does.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 07, 2010, 10:36:53 AM
That means wearing shirts!

Damnit!


I'm still ill. Like that song by the Smiths.



Quote from: CannonofDoom
Fruit and Juice. That Simply Orange juice is awesome. I'm a big fan of Simply Apple too. Just real juice, and no added sugars, so it's better for you than regular juice when you are sick.

I like cranberry juice, but I don't have any.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 07, 2010, 07:39:40 PM
I am on the verge of total berserker/hulk mode.  :icon_evil: The dude I mentioned jumped into bed with her while she was asleep and slept there that night.
(http://forums.comicshaven.net/Smileys/default/hulk.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 07, 2010, 07:49:26 PM
and ....... do you trust her?

If she was asleep she wouldn't know - what happened when she woke up - did she scream blue murder?

You cannot do anything about it because you are not there - if she succumbs then your relationship wasn't as solid as you thought.
Nothing you can do, so  no use beating yourself up about it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 07, 2010, 09:22:09 PM
I'm still ill. Like that song by the Smiths.
Just see to it that you get better in time for the next bash, ya hear?
 :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 07, 2010, 10:10:17 PM
Just see to it that you get better in time for the next bash, ya hear?

I certainly hope so!

I've had enough of coughing all the time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 07, 2010, 10:17:35 PM
Tell me about it. The week before now I was down for the count, and I'm still coughing as well. Damn colds. And in August no less.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 07, 2010, 10:34:36 PM
I've had enough of coughing all the time.

I haven't stopped coughing up phlegm for mmm 9 months now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 08, 2010, 01:56:35 AM
and ....... do you trust her?

If she was asleep she wouldn't know - what happened when she woke up - did she scream blue murder?

You cannot do anything about it because you are not there - if she succumbs then your relationship wasn't as solid as you thought.
Nothing you can do, so  no use beating yourself up about it.
I trust her, I just dont trust this mother fucker.  This time she feels he over stepped his boundaries.  She confronted him about it and he blew it off and said she could sleep on the floor. I wish I was there, I'd go cro magnon on him.  When she first woke up to go to the bathroom, she thought it was someone else but when she returned, it was him with his shirt off. She was equally as pissed and just left and grabbed some breakfast.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 08, 2010, 02:00:45 AM
She confronted him about it and he blew it off and said she could sleep on the floor.
Ah. That is a surefire way to score points with the ladies. They just love random guys who kick 'em out of their beds.
 :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 08, 2010, 02:39:54 AM
If she puts herself in a position where he is ever again, it's over, over, over.  And I would tell her that, flat out.  If she has to ditch some friends to make that happen, so be it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on August 08, 2010, 06:27:17 AM
I'm content in knowing that if some asshole did that to my wife she would have elbowed him accross the throat several times, "to ensure a peaceful night sleep"  :icon_twisted: then dealt with the repurcussions in the morning. 


on the other note you should confront this mother fucker because HE obviously  has absolutely no respect or fear of you. if he had any respect or fear of you he wouldn't have even spoken with her let alone tried to slither into her bed.  Oh wait he DID do that, SEEE? 


I suggest striding directly up to him and without preamble of any kind punching him directly in the throat, step through shoving him onto his back, headbutting him in the nose.... whatever seems to fit best for you, then immediately continuing with WHO THE FUCK DO YOU THINK YOU ARRRRRRE!!!!!  If ever there was an appropriate time to come un-fucking-hinged at another man this is it.  Over stepped his boundaries?!?! WTF overstepping his boundaries is stepping into a room where an attached girl or girls are sleeping, setting up camp in a foreign country is what he did.  You should go cro mag on him.

This is not a time for tea and crumpets or even a slap across the face, it's a time for war, are you ready for war?  How fiery is that heart of yours?  Or is she not actually worth it?  If so, fight to defend her assaulted honor.

I trust you haven't seen him at all yet, if you have and just given him dirty looks the initiative is lost.  It can be days after the event but the first thing you have to do when you see him for the first time is physically confront him even if it gets you in shit, because not only is that right but it is also defensible. 

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: cisse on August 08, 2010, 09:54:25 AM
I wish I was there, I'd go cro magnon on him. 
You mean, paint some pictures of him on a cave wall and then start throwing spears at him?

As Midaski said, there's little you can do about it now so no need to give yourself a cardial attack thinking about it. Talk with your gf, confront the guy when they're back, and make it clear you don't want stuff like that happening ever again. No need for violence if he agrees with you and walks away, if he keeps doing it, he's clearly not worth good manners so you can indeed go "cro magnon" on him.

Oh, and don't forget your gf is probably entirely capable of making it clear to the guy that his behaviour is unwanted. As I said, no need for you to perform any violence right away - your gf can do the honours if she wants to.  :wink:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 08, 2010, 10:31:02 AM
One important question here is what were the sleeping arrangements - are we talking a private bedroom, or a communal dormitory type set up?
If the former I think your girlfriend could involve some form of the authorities ..............

It's very close to sexual assault, and definitely harrassment.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 08, 2010, 12:49:59 PM
it was a road trip to the state next door so I wasnt there but I assure you if I was the dude would be missing some teeth and probably more.

It was a hotel in a small town, they rented 2 rooms.  My girlfriend was the first to go to bed, The girls decided to all go in the room she wasnt staying in for some reason, the dude went into her room and climbed in with her, one gay dude stayed with the girls and the other stayed in her room in a cot.  Last night one of the gay dudes gave up his cot for her, but seriously where were her "friends" at this point?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on August 08, 2010, 01:01:12 PM
Trying to make a man out of the gay dude?  :icon_confused:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 08, 2010, 01:07:28 PM
Trying to make a man out of the gay dude?  :icon_confused:

 :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 08, 2010, 04:00:34 PM
Look at the bright side! You get to beat someone up with good reason! I've been waiting for ages for an opportunity like that. I'm way too nice, considering how aggressive I am.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 08, 2010, 04:20:02 PM
well she is on her way home, and because I've been awesome (apparently my response was the right one, being very angry at him while comforting her.  she feels disrespected and equally wants to kick his ass) she is bring home a "treat" for me.  Something tells me she stopped by a Spencer's on the way home to pick up a special "outfit."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 08, 2010, 04:24:00 PM
At the end of the day, who is the one ****ing your GF: you.

You don't need to do anything really, just tell him to piss off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on August 08, 2010, 04:30:11 PM
I love it when you gamers get all macho.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 08, 2010, 05:18:32 PM
I love it when you gamers get all macho.  :::cheers:::
My mom says my leather jacket makes me look really tough. So there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on August 08, 2010, 05:54:24 PM
My mom says my leather jacket makes me look really tough. So there.

You also need to have a big sticker on your back with Rob Halford from Judas Priest with the words:

"I agree with you Rob!"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 08, 2010, 06:14:13 PM
I actually have a leather jacket. And a jacket with patches on it to up my Intimidate skill. No Priest back patch though since I'm not much of a metal fan.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 08, 2010, 06:28:36 PM
well she is on her way home, and because I've been awesome (apparently my response was the right one, being very angry at him while comforting her.  she feels disrespected and equally wants to kick his ass) she is bring home a "treat" for me.  Something tells me she stopped by a Spencer's on the way home to pick up a special "outfit."

If we were talking about a man bringing home a huge bouquet of flowers and such a story, I'd say 'guilty conscience' ...  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 08, 2010, 06:33:02 PM
My mom says my leather jacket makes me look really tough. So there.
That's certainly a ringing endorsement in the tough guys community.
 :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 08, 2010, 06:34:01 PM
well she is on her way home, and because I've been awesome (apparently my response was the right one, being very angry at him while comforting her.  she feels disrespected and equally wants to kick his ass) she is bring home a "treat" for me.  Something tells me she stopped by a Spencer's on the way home to pick up a special "outfit."

If we were talking about a man bringing home a huge bouquet of flowers and such a story, I'd say 'guilty conscience' ...  :closed-eyes:

My thoughts exactly
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 08, 2010, 06:44:44 PM
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It was a hotel in a small town, they rented 2 rooms.  My girlfriend was the first to go to bed, The girls decided to all go in the room she wasnt staying in for some reason

Weird.

Which reason exactly?







I can only think of one reason why her friends decided to stay in the other room.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 08, 2010, 06:50:33 PM
It looks good from here, but as a said earlier, you GF has some work to do.  If she puts herself in this position with him again, you can't trust her.  If she keeps putting herself in similar positions with new men, ditto.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 08, 2010, 06:55:37 PM
My mom says my leather jacket makes me look really tough. So there.
That's certainly a ringing endorsement in the tough guys community.
 :wink:
That was intentional actually  :wink:
My parents' real reaction to that jacket was: "Oh look I had exactly the same when I was young!"  :unsure:

jlutin: It's not the girl's fault now is it? :s
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 08, 2010, 07:07:54 PM
Well the story has more holes than swiss cheese, two bedrooms, and the group didn´t organize it all women all guys rooms, and blonde girl is sleeping alone in one room while the rest of her merry band resides in the other, and than captain jack swearoww enters her room unknowing (I also would never lock my room in a hotel) and she only realizes this after he is going for a session in the bathroom.

Well I think Feanor should be happy about the whole affair he got a whole lot closer to his threesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 08, 2010, 07:18:16 PM
(I also would never lock my room in a hotel)

We all understand that you and Aldaris locked the door when you shared a room during the Eurobash ...    :ph34r:


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Well I think Feanor should be happy about the whole affair he got a whole lot closer to his threesome.

Make hay while the sun shines?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 08, 2010, 07:20:11 PM
(I also would never lock my room in a hotel)

We all understand that you and Aldaris locked the door when you shared a room during the Eurobash ...    :ph34r:


I would call this a perfect assist  :eusa_wall:

or as we Germans say Steilvorlage

...

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 08, 2010, 08:36:32 PM
I got back from summercamp yesterday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 08, 2010, 09:43:04 PM
Without you my soul has been lost, my feelings tormented and depression has set in.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 08, 2010, 10:11:45 PM
nah the gift was some alcohol because I had said "i could really use a drink" during this whole ordeal.

I got a clearer story of what happened now.  There was only 1 room  with 2 beds and a cot.  She went to bed first.  Then her friend katie got in the other bed.  Marley (it was her birthday) had a decision here, do I get in bed with michelle, or katie.  Being that katie is the only single female in the group, I am assuming this is why marley got in bed with katie.  From what I am told the dude keeps changing his story of why he got in bed with my girl.  My girl thought it was Antjuan (her best friend who is gay) and thought the dude was on the floor and the other gay dude was in the cot.  She woke to use the bathroom and when she came back the dude was the one in the bed, and he was shirtless. There was no way she could go back into that bed at that point and went out to get some breakfast.

She told Antjuan how uncomfortable she was about what the dude had done, especially since He knows that she has a boyfriend.  Antjuan agrees it was messed up.  They go swimming and my girlfriend is able to swim across the potomac river and he is all trying to impress her by doing the same and try to act like he awesome and stuff.  My girlfriend confronts him saying that he was over stepping his boundaries and that what he did was disrespectful to me and to her.  Now this guy has been trying to steal her from day one and is no big fan of me because I am her boyfriend.  He said he felt like he did nothing wrong and that she shouldn't feel uncomfortable with him and that there is no way he is sleeping on the floor, so if she does feel uncomfortable then she should sleep on the floor.  She tells him that she can no longer hang out with him if he keeps disrespecting me.  He says whateve4r and she tells him to fuck off.  the rest of her friends feel like this is none of their business and dont say anything.

Come night fall she asks everyone if she really does have to sleep on the floor.  Colwin (the other gay guy in the group) offered his cot to her and he slept on the floor.  Good man.  I am left wondering: Why didnt Marley invite me to this thing?  We have all hung out together at one time or another but she is going to invite my girlfriend, a bunch of girls and gay guys AND the one straight guy who has had the hots for my girlfriend since september '09?! And why the hell did Marley happen to leave out that she invited him when my girlfriend asked "who will be going" because she originally did not want to go if he was there and I wasn't.

And why the fuck did katie get in her own bed instead of with my girlfriend, so as to establish the "boys and girls" beds. Some friend Katie is, leaving michelle to the boys.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 09, 2010, 02:01:54 AM
jlutin: It's not the girl's fault now is it? :s

You were worried about it before.  I am assuming you expressed that concern.  It went down as you feared.  You could see the problem, she missed it or ignored it.  As I said, maybe nothing similar will never happen again, however, if she keeps putting herself in similar circumstance, you had best not ignore it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on August 09, 2010, 06:12:07 AM
It sounds to me like this Marley is no friend to you and that this Katie, at best, is an idiot, and probably is also trying to stir the pot between you this other guy and your girl friend.  I still say solve this problem with an axe.... what can I say, it's genetic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 09, 2010, 06:49:03 AM
jlutin: It's not the girl's fault now is it? :s

You were worried about it before.  I am assuming you expressed that concern.  It went down as you feared.  You could see the problem, she missed it or ignored it.  As I said, maybe nothing similar will never happen again, however, if she keeps putting herself in similar circumstance, you had best not ignore it.
well as i stated she didnt know he was going to be there, and neither did I.  Had she known she would not have gone.  I did warn her to be careful because he might try to do something.  She said she would, and she was.  Its not like she knowingly let him jump in bed with her, and when she realized what had happened she didnt jump back into bed.  She always resisted his advances or brought it to light (even before we were dating when he would try to put his arm around her she'd say "um what are you doing? get your arm off me")  You seem to not be giving her the benefit of the doubt, but that is because you do not know their backstory.

They are both from the same town and knew the same people but never really met until she came to college park.  He developed a bit of a crush for her, though she never had feelings for him.  He threw a party and she was a bit too drunk to drive.  He offered his bed and that he would sleep on the couch.  when she laid down to sleep, he jumped in bed with her and they talked alot.  he then kissed her, she felt VERY awkward and pushed him off and told him she didn't like him like that.  This occured 2 months before me and her ever met. He has sinced still tried to impress her or, like the example in the first paragraph, try to make a "move"a week before me and her started dating he dropped by and told her he was moving to college park and was going to attend college (mind you he is 27 and she is 20.  he also has a kid with a girl but she broke up with him because he was a deadbeat).  While he was visiting he was laying it on very thick with his flirting; laughing at not very funny jokes/anecdotes she told, trying to put his arm around her, and other things like that.  All with in my presence.  She did push back his advances but wrote it off as him not having many friends and was trying to be friendly (because she thought she set him straight months ago).

Once me and her started dating he was always a concern of mine.  She had no intentions of ever doing anything with this guy and also felt he was very dumb and annoying at times (all do to him trying to impress her from what I saw). He would pop by every now and again to hang out with her and would try to when I wasn't around. A few times he would call asking to hang out and she would say "I can't I am doing homework, unless you want to come over and do homework too." but instead of bringing homework, he would bring beer.  She wouldn't drink and it would just further the awkwardness and annoy her that she was trying to study and he would be trying to get her drunk.  I made it clear that I didn't like or trust this guy.  She views him as her only friend in college park, as all her other friends still reside in annapolis and never went to college.  She did understand my concern but assured me nothing was going to happen.  I trust her, I have no reason not to and I understand that she doesnt really have and friends in college park.

One day on my way home I had but dialed turning off my phone.  She had thought I was mad at her and was ignoring her (it was an honest mistake, she had kicked me out of her room the night before because I couldnt stop snoring and she had an exam the next morning.  I wasn't mad but she was worried I was).  When I got off the bus I walked a friend home as we were in deep conversation.  After I dropped my friend off at his place (not far away from my place) I pulled out my phone to see if she had texted me only to find out my phone was off.  I turned it on and my phone blew up with texts from her thinking I was mad at her and playing mind games with her.  All the while the dude just so happened to stop by and saw she was upset with me and asked her "why are you 2 even still dating!" as if our relationship was doom to fail at the start and trying to turn her against me.  I called her and explained to her what had happened and that I was neither mad at her, nor playing mind games and that it was a total misunderstanding.  She was no longer mad but when I arrived and saw him there I was not happy because I didnt want him over if she was mad at me.  That night she told me what he said and I pointed out what his intentions where based on what he had said and his actions before hand.  She said she would never hang out with him alone any more.  She is trying to hold onto her 1 friend in town while appeasing me.

About a month ago or so she threw a party because she had successfully did the mile swim in the cheasapeak bay.  She went to bed a bit early before her guests had left and I remained as host.  The dude was still there and was not good enough to drive, but was not relinquishing his keys to me.  So I got him more drunk to make him pass out and sleep it off (I out drank this pansy too by the way).  I took care of his drunk ass despite the fact I hate this guy. I covered him with a blanket, talked him through trying to rest, and tried to get him to puke in the bucket (which he was refusing to do half the time).  he went to the bathroom and fell, ripping the towel rack off the wall and bending the shower curtain which woke my girlfriend up.  We both tried to take care of him and get him to puke in the bucket and not the floor!  We finally sent him on his way.  My girlfriend called him the next day and explained what he did and what i did.  he denied doing anything despite the fact that I and her seen him do it.  He finally came over and helped clean (and by help clean he showed up and sat on the couch).  While I was out trying to get some carpet cleaner my girlfriend scolded him for being an asshole and "this is why I love my boyfriend, he is no fan of you but he still took care of you as if you were his brother, and you always seem to try to disrespect him every chance you get!"  he has shaped up since.  this recent road trip inccedent has destroyed their friendship because again he was disrespecting me, her, and oer stepping his boundaries, and on top of that he didnt apologize for doing it or making her uncomfortable!

It sounds to me like this Marley is no friend to you and that this Katie, at best, is an idiot, and probably is also trying to stir the pot between you this other guy and your girl friend.  I still say solve this problem with an axe.... what can I say, it's genetic.
Marley I think tried to do the right thing but failed.  katie on the other hand has always been a bit of a bitch and has always been aboutherself.  One time she called up my girlfriend asking her to come to this rave that she was going to.  my girlfriend said no because she had aleady had about 10 beers and was not good enough to drive.  katie bitched and complained and insulted her into going.  It was later revealed why katie made a big deal out of it, she needed a ride home.  Seriously what a bitch!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 09, 2010, 07:52:55 AM
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He offered his bed and that he would sleep on the couch.  when she laid down to sleep, he jumped in bed with her

He already did it once and she didn't see it coming this time?  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on August 09, 2010, 09:14:54 AM
Ah well, with this sort of thing it's best not to posture too much any way. I wear steel toe boots, a habit I picked up in the Air Force. They are very comfortable. They are also useful for unexpected kneecapping.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 09, 2010, 09:37:24 AM
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He offered his bed and that he would sleep on the couch.  when she laid down to sleep, he jumped in bed with her

He already did it once and she didn't see it coming this time?  :dry:
well when he did it that time she was single.  She was assuming this time there was girls and guys bed, but the girls jumped into the other bed instead for some reason.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 09, 2010, 10:01:14 AM
Without you my soul has been lost, my feelings tormented and depression has set in.
I'm glad to see someone has missed me. I'm suffering from what we like to call summercamphangover. It's quite a weird experience- you have one awesome week and then the next week you're wondering what sense life makes without AKC (the summercamp organisation).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on August 09, 2010, 10:02:45 AM
the next week you're wondering what sense life makes without AKC (the summercamp organisation).

You had camp with the American Kennel Club?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 09, 2010, 10:11:17 AM
You mean this AKC Obi? http://www.akc.doopsgezind.nl/index.php
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 09, 2010, 10:19:39 AM
Yes, that one.

Best summercamps I've ever been too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 09, 2010, 10:35:02 AM
WALLS O TEXT

Mountain out of molehill.

At the end of the day, who is getting their bitz sucked? you, or him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 09, 2010, 11:49:30 AM
How vulgar Finlay, I thought you had more class.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 09, 2010, 12:04:03 PM
ME, never!!

FFH is making me laugh though.

Just tell the dude to f off and enjoy getting some.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 09, 2010, 04:35:04 PM
Really sorry to hear about that, Feanor. Such stuff seems to happen to nice guys only. I think you have managed it very well so far.

However...
If she puts herself in a position where he is ever again, it's over, over, over.  And I would tell her that, flat out.  If she has to ditch some friends to make that happen, so be it.

...our resident conservative whacko is right (sorry, jlutin :wink:).

That was an awkward situation to begin with. Seems to me at least one of her friends don't like you much, and wants to cause some trouble here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 09, 2010, 04:37:55 PM

fuck the friends. tell the whole lot of them what immature pricks they are to act in such an obvious and stupid fashion. If the dude tries to give you a rough time then go Blood Knights Frenzy on his arse.

Seriously his actions are not fucking cool and you should make sure he realizes that. Even if you do it nicely without anyone else hearing (then wack him in the balls before joining your GF and the other friends).

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: cisse on August 09, 2010, 04:44:14 PM

fuck the friends. tell the whole lot of them what immature pricks they are to act in such an obvious and stupid fashion. If the dude tries to give you a rough time then go Blood Knights Frenzy on his arse.
Tell the one friend (ie the retarded gf-stealing monkey dude), the other friends either seem fine (ie, the gay dude who offered his bed) or are in a hard place to choose between two of their friends if a real fight breaks out. Not good for the atmosphere in that particular circle of friends, I'd say, so they don't deserve anyone going berserk on them as well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 09, 2010, 04:46:11 PM
I think you should offer your services, cisse.  For a modest fee of course.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 09, 2010, 04:48:01 PM
People who let thigns like this happen are as guilty. Not speaking up makes you as responsible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 09, 2010, 05:12:59 PM
Especially wissenlander for encouraging prostitution:
I think you should offer your services, cisse.  For a modest fee of course.

I've been wondering how long you mods would condom such talk!





(sorry Soth, couldn't resist)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 09, 2010, 05:15:02 PM
I've been wondering how long you mods would condom such talk!

  (sorry Soth, couldn't resist)
 
  Better safe than sorry, though. :engel:
 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 09, 2010, 05:16:21 PM
Especially wissenlander for encouraging prostitution:
I think you should offer your services, cisse.  For a modest fee of course.

I've been wondering how long you mods would condom such talk!







(sorry Soth, couldn't resist)

Hahhah XD :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: cisse on August 09, 2010, 05:22:09 PM
People who let thigns like this happen are as guilty. Not speaking up makes you as responsible.
No way. You're guilty if you don't speak up in the case of abuse, bullying, repression or whatever.
Here, most of the pople probably didn't know what was going on or that it was such a big deal. Guilty? No.

Especially wissenlander for encouraging prostitution:
I think you should offer your services, cisse.  For a modest fee of course.

I've been wondering how long you mods would condom such talk!



(sorry Soth, couldn't resist)

Hahhah XD :::cheers:::
Hm. I hope the services Wiss talked about were not those services.  :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 09, 2010, 05:37:22 PM
If wookies are your thing, then so be it.  Either way someone may be in danger of getting their arms ripped off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 09, 2010, 05:52:07 PM
Then at least they can lay them down properly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 10, 2010, 12:06:32 AM
This reminded me of Fandir http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxGuig7pxvw&feature=related
 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on August 10, 2010, 12:13:00 AM
This reminded me of Fandir http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxGuig7pxvw&feature=related
 :engel:

Fandir?!?!

hey is there something you'd all like to tell us about him Weib?  I know you live in a place called Sinsheim but really c'mon, this is uncalled for.  Weib you should put a leash on him before he gets away again, he could get hurt. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 10, 2010, 12:19:54 AM
Sorry, Feanor. I've always confused those two names. I meant Feanor.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 10, 2010, 12:26:48 AM
Did you watch the song version Breden?
This rules!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on August 10, 2010, 12:44:11 AM
Sorry, Feanor. I've always confused those two names. I meant Feanor.

LOL. funny though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 10, 2010, 01:07:22 AM
Did you watch the song version Breden?
This rules!
I was finding some newer memes (such as the "eat da poopoo" Ugandan homophobic priest, which was my unhappy thought for today) when someone sent me the song, and from there I found the original. It was funny, 'cause it really related to the story, with the gay dude and all :happy:.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 10, 2010, 01:08:31 AM
Homophobic people are always funny.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 10, 2010, 01:13:54 AM
This one does it quite funny, yes. But it's sad that he has that much success

WARNING: it's not very classy and not very SFW. Rather vulgar, one could say.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euXQbZDwV0w
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 10, 2010, 01:14:56 AM
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This video contains content from Current TV LLC, who has blocked it in your country on copyright grounds.
:-D

If it's eat da poo poo, I've tried watching it and had to stop.

Really, if I didn't stop or just burst out laughing, I'd be enraged.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 10, 2010, 01:21:03 AM
Whitey it's HILARIOUS.

The best thing is that Antoine seems really nice and genuine (the end of his other interviews "Our family we don't run around crying acting sad, we just dust our shoulders off and keep going") He's trying to get his family out of the projects, and has started donating money to diabetes charities.
 He's just really angry!

Hide yo husband cos they rapin' errybody out hurrrr.

They also made this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YseOXuNPPoY
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 10, 2010, 01:23:08 AM
Damn, I have to be thinking of something else.

I have seen the Hide yo husband video, that made me laugh, a lot.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 10, 2010, 03:53:37 AM
Laughter belongs in the happy thread.

Fandir, what I would do in your situation is constantly bag the guy in public. I have a pretty harsh tongue when I am in the right headspace, and can be downright brutal. Stand your ground, be an absolute bastard to him, and belittle him always. He will get the message.

And ensure your GF is on board, and if he ever tries anything again, it is HER job to slap him, knee the balls, etc. If you start doing violence, that never ends well, whereas if she does, law will generally always side with her.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 10, 2010, 04:26:33 AM

Actually a public slap in the face always works. Stings like a bee and humiliates pretty good as well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 10, 2010, 06:11:01 AM
This reminded me of Fandir http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxGuig7pxvw&feature=related
 :engel:

Fandir?!?!

hey is there something you'd all like to tell us about him Weib?  I know you live in a place called Sinsheim but really c'mon, this is uncalled for.  Weib you should put a leash on him before he gets away again, he could get hurt.

You know I was at the Bundeswehr and there we learned, Tarnen Täuschen und verpissen....get in quick and get out quick no harm done.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 10, 2010, 08:01:44 AM

Actually a public slap in the face always works. Stings like a bee and humiliates pretty good as well.

But that would be her job, not his...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 10, 2010, 08:11:14 AM
yea

I was agree with your original post.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 10, 2010, 08:12:06 AM

Actually a public slap in the face always works. Stings like a bee and humiliates pretty good as well.
Yes. And leads either to a brawl or a complaint. Great!

Besides, "always works"? Had much experience in that regard, have you? I always thought that slapping someone is a rather ladylike gesture of disapproval...
 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 10, 2010, 08:15:42 AM

Actually a public slap in the face always works. Stings like a bee and humiliates pretty good as well.
Yes. And leads either to a brawl or a complaint. Great!

Besides, "always works"? Had much experience in that regard, have you? I always thought that slapping someone is a rather ladylike gesture of disapproval...
 :engel:

refer to post above Mr. Sarcastic

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 10, 2010, 08:36:17 AM
I couldn't resist.
:-D

Max Goldt once said "a slap in the face is like a negatively charged flower bouquet."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 10, 2010, 10:39:15 AM
I have a piece of shit computer.... Somebody find me a good gaming laptop or dekstop :p
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 10, 2010, 07:21:23 PM
Fandir, what I would do in your situation is constantly bag the guy in public.

His name is Feanor.

Feanor


Feanor



F E A N O R
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 10, 2010, 11:46:56 PM
Why you unable to spell Fandir, Gnu gnu?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 11, 2010, 12:11:32 AM
Damn it, one of you guys got confused earlier up, which obviously confused me! :blush:

Sorry Fandir and Wieb!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 11, 2010, 06:24:45 AM
Sorry Fandir and Wieb!

AAAaaaaaaaaaaaaand, with that you managed to get on the bad side of Weib. :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 11, 2010, 06:41:39 AM
I don't speak the language! Check the Aussie thread - she doesn't speak Aussie as good either.

 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 11, 2010, 06:47:26 AM
I don't speak the language! Check the Aussie thread - she doesn't speak Aussie as good either.

 :engel:

Hide behind the cultural barriers...hell why not.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 11, 2010, 08:58:55 AM
This one does it quite funny, yes. But it's sad that he has that much success

WARNING: it's not very classy and not very SFW. Rather vulgar, one could say.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euXQbZDwV0w

I'd love to know where his "research" comes from....

Bad experience?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 11, 2010, 11:40:35 AM
I don't speak the language! Check the Aussie thread - she doesn't speak Aussie as good either.

 :engel:
That last intentional mistake was quite unnecessary :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 11, 2010, 04:43:40 PM
Went out biking yesterday at 5:30pm.  It was 99 degrees, with the Heat Index over 100.   :eusa_wall:

Not pretty.  Plus I almost got hit and it would have been my fault.   :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 11, 2010, 04:49:57 PM
By biking do you mean cycle or motorcycle?

If the former, amazing, a cyclist who realises he was in the wrong!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 11, 2010, 04:53:15 PM
Bicycle.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 11, 2010, 05:11:21 PM
My respect for you is doubled. A cyclist who can accept he was wrong? It beggars belief.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 11, 2010, 05:50:03 PM
Cyclists are never wrong, according to the law  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 11, 2010, 05:57:54 PM
Why would you know? You have to have a bike to be a cyclist.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 11, 2010, 06:06:07 PM
.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 11, 2010, 06:06:34 PM
Bahaha.

Excellent.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 12, 2010, 06:07:15 AM
Cyclists are never wrong, according to the law  :engel:

And I hate that law here in the Netherlands. It completely removes the personal responsibility part of bikers. Have the effects of this been checked? Do less bicyclists actually end up in the hospital because of accidents since this became law?

And you'll find me on a bicycle far more often than you'll see me driving in a car.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 12, 2010, 09:56:25 AM
And you'll find me on a bicycle far more often than you'll see me driving in a car.
I should hope so, you'd have been deported if it were the other way around!

Quote
And I hate that law here in the Netherlands. It completely removes the personal responsibility part of bikers. Have the effects of this been checked? Do less bicyclists actually end up in the hospital because of accidents since this became law?
I know what you mean, but the law is there because of insurance purposes. It's also the same for pedestrians etc. because in a car accident, someone needs to pay for the damages. Insurance can always pay for them, ergo, the one with insurance is always wrong.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 12, 2010, 11:40:54 AM
And that's why all people in the Netherlands are required by law to have an 'aansprakelijkheidsverzekering' (personal liability insurance?) with minors falling under the insurance of their parents.

Unfortunately this is not enforced in any way and there are probably more people out there without one than there are people who do!

And instead of adressing this problem at its root they instituted a blanket rule that the car driver is always in the wrong unless he can prove he is not, with the burden of proof lying almost 100% with the motorist. It's only in very clear cut cases (like hitting a cyclist on the freeway) that the driver is absolved of wrong.

You do not need a bike insurance to pay for damages, you just need that liability insurance.

Edit: Good one about that deportation though :icon_lol:, now if you excuse me, I need to kiss my wife farewell apparently.  :icon_wink:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 12, 2010, 11:48:15 AM
And instead of adressing this problem at its root they instituted a blanket rule that the car driver is always in the wrong unless he can prove he is not, with the burden of proof lying almost 100% with the motorist. It's only in very clear cut cases (like hitting a cyclist on the freeway) that the driver is absolved of wrong.

What if I manacle the cyclist and put him on the freeway? :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 12, 2010, 01:41:26 PM
My summertime-gf, who, just like me, is interested in making it more than a summertime thing, is in frigging Switzerland and I'll probably not be able to see here until mid-September.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 12, 2010, 01:49:05 PM
Obi be careful man... my brother and sister study in Switzerland and they're not to be trusted, Horny buggers the both of them (actually my sister slept with one of my friends much to my horror)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 12, 2010, 01:58:18 PM
So you're saying Obi's Summertime-GF needs to watch out for your horny sister Bies? :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 12, 2010, 01:59:39 PM
So you're saying Obi's Summertime-GF needs to watch out for your horny sister Bies? :eusa_clap:

yes, seriously treat this as a public service announcement.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 12, 2010, 02:01:11 PM
So you're saying Obi's Summertime-GF needs to watch out for your horny sister Bies?

Hahaha. :icon_lol:


And thus the thought turned happy for Obi again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 12, 2010, 02:01:46 PM
Great, that really makes me feel better....  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 12, 2010, 02:04:17 PM
September isn't that bad. Write her some cool poems in the meantime! :-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 12, 2010, 02:12:37 PM
Yeah, I suppose. It's still long though, especially since we've only been seeing known eachother for one week.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 12, 2010, 02:18:37 PM
WRITE LETTERS!


Seriously, me and a good friend send each other letters sure it's not as easy or modern as skype/msn/gchat/facebook etc. but the feeling of getting a letter and reading it beast conversing on each othe above (unless it involves a webcam and girl in the bath in which case that wins over a letter...)

I actually really enjoy it and far more personal imo.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 12, 2010, 03:11:20 PM
Good idea. I'll try to find her address.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 12, 2010, 03:17:43 PM
Keep in mind though that stalking is a criminal offense.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 12, 2010, 08:20:09 PM
Keep in mind though that stalking is a criminal offense.
I know. Wasn't planning on going 1200kms to get to her (not yet, anyway). And I'm pretty sure she'd be pleasantly surprised if I showed up on the doorstep the day after she returned.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 12, 2010, 08:22:15 PM
I was more referring to spamming letters. Which, believe it or not, can be a criminal offense around here as well.


Aaanyway, hope it works out for you two! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 12, 2010, 09:02:36 PM
Oh, hadn't thought about the spamming. Better burn a couple then :engel:

Thanks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 13, 2010, 01:16:10 PM
Meh, I just recieved an email from Fresno State University telling me that they don't accept short term tranfer students, like for one term, so now i cant get to the city that i want, and maybe not even the States.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 14, 2010, 05:57:36 AM
After last weekend (look at pages 18 and 19) I was surprised at what happened today. My girlfriend has officially broken ties with the guy...but her "best friend" (who I was not a fan of) Katie spent tonight hitting on me and confessing her love to me in front of everyone including my girlfriend!
 :ph34r:

seriously WTF with all this BS drama!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 14, 2010, 06:11:24 AM
After last weekend (look at pages 18 and 19) I was surprised at what happened today. My girlfriend has officially broken ties with the guy...but her "best friend" (who I was not a fan of) Katie spent tonight hitting on me and confessing her love to me in front of everyone including my girlfriend!
 :ph34r:

seriously WTF with all this BS drama!

It is your rod of instant pleasure power that makes all the women love you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 14, 2010, 06:12:16 AM
I was going to say it's his animal magnetism.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 14, 2010, 01:12:00 PM
Well, at least Katies motives are clear then.

This threesome you dream about is approaching like a fast train. Watch out for the impact though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 14, 2010, 03:20:01 PM
Well, at least Katies motives are clear then.

This threesome you dream about is approaching like a fast train. Watch out for the impact though.
Yeah, there's no way my girlfriend will do the 3 some with a girl who has the hots for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on August 15, 2010, 01:23:41 AM
Well, at least Katies motives are clear then.

This threesome you dream about is approaching like a fast train. Watch out for the impact though.
Yeah, there's no way my girlfriend will do the 3 some with a girl who has the hots for me.

This explains a lot about the sleeping arrangments that just "happened" to work out the way they did, like Soth said, her motives are clear.  Everything in hind sight bearing this in mind is more clear for me now, I'm hoping you don't need to make any fatal errors to realize that if you want to do any kind of a 3some idea with this girl it will only spell the death knell of your current relationship due to the kinds of crap this girl is willing to pull, even without a taste of your "forbidden fruit."  Even if against all probabilities your current girl gets worn down enough to go for it, don't. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 20, 2010, 04:10:20 AM
Australian national election tomorrow.

Voting is compulsory in Australia.

Two major parties lead by losers.

How did it get to this. :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 20, 2010, 04:17:16 AM
What is it South Park said, the choice is always between a dick and a douche.

I don't know how I feel about this election. I'm in Wentworth so it's going to the Liberals no matter what, one side I quite like Turnbull and prefer Liberal over Labor but man is Abbot a clown.


-----

Edit. So I just got a call from my old work. Apprently 2 images I used on the website www.nandatravel.com belong to Getty Images and they are now suing me and the company for 14k on copy right infringement.

It's with the lawyers now and apparently it's a big thing if I went to the site directly or from a google search and if the images were watermarked - which they weren't.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 20, 2010, 11:21:51 AM
Two major parties lead by losers.

Vote for the third party that fits you best.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 20, 2010, 11:27:06 AM
Vote Secular.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 20, 2010, 12:29:27 PM
Voting is compulsory in Australia.

Really? Wow.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 21, 2010, 12:22:41 AM
Australian national election tomorrow.

Voting is compulsory in Australia.


Vote or die, Motherf@cker...
You can't run from a .38
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 21, 2010, 01:48:32 PM
Yep.

And Wiss, that third party you would be referring to is the Greens. And the greens defer their vote to Labor if not elected.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 21, 2010, 01:53:24 PM
Australian national election tomorrow.

Voting is compulsory in Australia.

Two major parties lead by losers.

How did it get to this. :dry:
spoil the ballot?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 21, 2010, 09:52:10 PM
I hate the weather in this stupid country.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on August 21, 2010, 09:58:36 PM
I hate everything and everyone in this stupid world.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 21, 2010, 10:01:06 PM
Oh, good.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 22, 2010, 12:10:37 AM
I hate the weather in this stupid country.
"It rained for 40 days and 40 nights? No, that's just your typical English summer. It was more like half a year."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 22, 2010, 12:26:04 AM
Exactly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on August 24, 2010, 08:38:00 AM
My wife found out 2 days after we moved into a bigger house that she lost her job.  So now we really have to "tighten the belt".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 24, 2010, 10:29:27 AM
My wife found out 2 days after we moved into a bigger house that she lost her job.  So now we really have to "tighten the belt".
:-o

That sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 24, 2010, 01:19:48 PM
Man, that sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 24, 2010, 01:29:33 PM
After last weekend (look at pages 18 and 19) I was surprised at what happened today. My girlfriend has officially broken ties with the guy...but her "best friend" (who I was not a fan of) Katie spent tonight hitting on me and confessing her love to me in front of everyone including my girlfriend!
 :ph34r:

seriously WTF with all this BS drama!


Bwahahaha.

Meet Feanor, the only guy surrounded by chicks who all dig the nice and polite type.

Either that, or maybe you should stop wearing that codpiece in public...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 24, 2010, 04:17:26 PM

Just got me exam results...


anyone got a gun because it would be quicker if I did it instead of waiting for the 'rents to find out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 24, 2010, 04:19:02 PM
Sorry for that, Bies.

What kind of exam was it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 24, 2010, 04:23:46 PM
Law exams,

I failed every course by between 4-7 marks and it's a pretty goddam low pass mark  :eusa_wall:

God i need a drink...  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 24, 2010, 05:04:09 PM
Don't!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on August 24, 2010, 06:53:35 PM
Hey bies,


Sorry for your grades.  As long as you Did all you could, you got nothing to be ashamed of.  Btw, suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem.  Things are never as bad as they seem.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 24, 2010, 07:02:32 PM
Of course the cynical amongst us might point out that this:

God I need a drink... 

led to this:

I failed every course by between 4-7 marks and it's a pretty goddam low pass mark 



 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on August 24, 2010, 08:03:06 PM
Ya beat me to it Mids.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 25, 2010, 12:35:58 AM
I put the smiley there to make it very obvious I was joking, next time i'll put jk jk next to it instead.

And mid no correlation what-so-ever.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 25, 2010, 01:38:17 AM
And mid no correlation what-so-ever.

Well not just the drinks then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 25, 2010, 07:42:40 AM
I put the smiley there to make it very obvious I was joking, next time i'll put jk jk next to it instead.

And mid no correlation what-so-ever.

...... but what's that saying ...........  "Many a true word is spoken in jest."

Well not just the drinks then.

Oh it was a given that "drink" was a catch-all ...............

Further proof, if needed, as to the deteriorating effect on the brain .............
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 25, 2010, 08:57:22 AM

God i need a drink

Quote
Don't!

Obi is right don´t, just get a full bottle speeds up the trip to loserville.

I thought you got kicked out for dealing?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 25, 2010, 03:01:22 PM
It's been raining in Exeter non stop since I woke up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 25, 2010, 03:22:20 PM
My parents 'asked' me if I could help them with 'gardening' today (they asked this weekend). Which forced me to cancel the date with my girl I had planned 2 hours earlier.

You know what the gardening was? Digging a frigging trench. Of 15 by .25 by .85 meters. Then adding a pallisade and filling it up again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 25, 2010, 03:24:55 PM
Are they building a castle?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 25, 2010, 03:33:15 PM

Regular dutch fortifications.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 25, 2010, 03:34:12 PM
So it involved windmills then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 25, 2010, 03:40:31 PM
Something like that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mogsam on August 25, 2010, 04:03:24 PM
Presumably flowers will instantly spring up in unusual colours. That's what happens in Holland I heard.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 25, 2010, 05:10:51 PM
It's a fort to keep the bikes protected .....................  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 25, 2010, 05:27:10 PM
It's a bit late isn't it? The Germans already have them all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on August 25, 2010, 07:38:13 PM
and then the polish get them! :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 25, 2010, 08:02:08 PM
It's a bit late isn't it? The Germans already have them all.
That's what they want you to think. Me going to visit phil? Hah! All one covert op to steal bikes back from our Eastern neighbours.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 26, 2010, 12:53:19 AM
I put the smiley there to make it very obvious I was joking, next time i'll put jk jk next to it instead.

And mid no correlation what-so-ever.

...... but what's that saying ...........  "Many a true word is spoken in jest."

True...

Well not just the drinks then.

Oh it was a given that "drink" was a catch-all ...............

Further proof, if needed, as to the deteriorating effect on the brain .............

Well wasn't it posted here recently that if you go into exams in the same state of mind as how you studied it you do better. So I shouldn't have turned up to my exams in the state of normal.


God i need a drink

Quote
Don't!

Obi is right don´t, just get a full bottle speeds up the trip to loserville.

I thought you got kicked out for dealing?

kicked out in Sydney yea, this was University of London via Hong Kong University.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 26, 2010, 03:25:06 AM
Well not just the drinks then.

Oh it was a given that "drink" was a catch-all ...............

Further proof, if needed, as to the deteriorating effect on the brain .............

Well wasn't it posted here recently that if you go into exams in the same state of mind as how you studied it you do better. So I shouldn't have turned up to my exams in the state of normal.

Whats normal for you isn't necessarily normal for others...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on August 26, 2010, 11:36:14 AM
 
Regular dutch fortifications.
So it involved windmills then.
Not to get too history nerdy, but Soth is referring, I think, to the fact that the Dutch built a series of canals to "sink" their country, as a sort of giant moat defense.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 26, 2010, 11:41:54 AM
Willie Mitchell signed with the Kings. ****.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 26, 2010, 12:37:23 PM
SO looking forward to the NBL and the Kings coming back!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 26, 2010, 09:33:38 PM
Not to get too history nerdy, but Soth is referring, I think, to the fact that the Dutch built a series of canals to "sink" their country, as a sort of giant moat defense.

Not to be too obvious, but the windmill comment was a joke.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on August 28, 2010, 11:43:21 AM
Not to get too history nerdy, but Soth is referring, I think, to the fact that the Dutch built a series of canals to "sink" their country, as a sort of giant moat defense.

Not to be too obvious, but the windmill comment was a joke.

I'm aware.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 28, 2010, 11:59:36 AM
Great!

Hold on, this is the unhappy thread. Not great.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on August 28, 2010, 10:14:57 PM
Boo...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 29, 2010, 05:57:21 AM

Not to spoil your fun, but I was referring to the Dutch habit of fencing anything in
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on August 29, 2010, 10:57:58 AM

Not to spoil your fun, but I was referring to the Dutch habit of fencing anything in

Yeah. With WATER!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 29, 2010, 03:27:02 PM
thought the music festival was today...but turns out its a month from now.  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 29, 2010, 08:22:03 PM
I hope you turned up, all dressed for it.

And a bunch of old people just stared at you, until you left, your manhood deflated to the point of non-existence.

This pleases me. Do continue.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on August 29, 2010, 09:58:18 PM
What the hell is going on in this thread...

Phil
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 29, 2010, 10:27:41 PM
The same thing as in any BT thread.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 29, 2010, 10:34:07 PM
Which means that no one knows.

At least it's not some boring rubbish about halberdier hordes though!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 29, 2010, 11:02:26 PM
I hope you turned up, all dressed for it.

And a bunch of old people just stared at you, until you left, your manhood deflated to the point of non-existence.

This pleases me. Do continue.
nah, we went to go see avatar at the theatre instead.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 29, 2010, 11:08:41 PM
That's pretty much the same thing.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 30, 2010, 12:26:42 AM
Another week of work....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 30, 2010, 04:02:21 AM
Just in the process of sending off a stocklist to a client when my internet died because the nosy witch at the end of the office has been told that when the internet slows you can restart the modem to make it go faster again. Just lost a days worth of work and now my internet is beyond slow and nigh on wasting my time. To boot I'm pissed at a mate of mine and all together I'm really bloody angry this morning, beyond compare actually.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 30, 2010, 04:56:13 AM
I need to figure out how to raise enough money for rent, books, and bills in the next couple of days. :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 30, 2010, 05:03:15 AM
pimp your sexy body out. I know one girl (katie) who would be interested.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 30, 2010, 05:14:57 AM
pimp your sexy body out. I know one girl (katie) who would be interested.

Oh? I've got some downtime this weekend, and I don't usually say no to extra cash
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 30, 2010, 05:24:22 AM
pimp your sexy body out. I know one girl (katie) who would be interested.

Oh? I've got some downtime this weekend, and I don't usually say no to extra cash
he's talking about my girlfriend's best friend who has the hots for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 30, 2010, 05:49:56 AM
pimp your sexy body out. I know one girl (katie) who would be interested.

Oh? I've got some downtime this weekend, and I don't usually say no to extra cash
he's talking about my girlfriend's best friend who has the hots for me.

I recall that thread. My point stands  :-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 30, 2010, 05:52:31 AM
take her, she's crazy  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 30, 2010, 05:52:40 AM
I recall that thread. My point stands  :)

I'd figured that much...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 30, 2010, 06:41:26 AM
take her, she's crazy  :ph34r:

I've known 2 katies in my time. Both are what we politely call "mental"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 30, 2010, 06:44:07 AM
Just in the process of sending off a stocklist to a client when my internet died because the nosy witch at the end of the office has been told that when the internet slows you can restart the modem to make it go faster again. Just lost a days worth of work ...

You didn't have a back-up for a day's work? Don't blame the poor girl!  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on August 30, 2010, 06:46:22 AM
I don't know why she was touching it in the first place, the net was fine I know this because I've been downloading songs and tv shows from it all week - which may have contributed to why her computer was loading IE so slow  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 30, 2010, 06:55:19 AM
(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/th_ouh.gif?t=1283151242)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 30, 2010, 09:24:22 AM
 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on August 31, 2010, 09:26:43 PM
What's all this about the UK and France sharing aircraft carriers?  :eusa_sick:

Nelson must be spinning in his grave.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 01, 2010, 02:15:24 PM
The US has more aircraft carriers than both those countries combined. They should scrap theirs, and just rely on us to save them. We're good at it!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 01, 2010, 02:29:00 PM
The US has more aircraft carriers than both those countries combined. They should scrap theirs, and just rely on us to save them. We're good at it!

No way man.

We need someone for...

"He France... Can you go into the Persian Gulf and see if the Iranians have any missiles or subs?  We'll be right behind ya.  We got your back."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 01, 2010, 07:55:25 PM
I hate it when my girlfriend snaps at me because I dont understand what she means

context: she is going to her doctor's appointment, that she doesnt want to go to and calls me.

Her: "Hey there's a hostage situation on the main road to the hospital I have to go to."
Me: "Awe that sucks"
Her: "I should have left earlier"
Me: "yeah, you coming back or still going and going to be late?"
Her: "I said I should have left earlier!"

Im like that tells me nothing!

Me: "hey sorry but it was confusing it could have meant you are coming back or are just going to be late."
Her "I dont understand how it could be confusing!"

I just friggen explain how it was confusing! Im sorry i dont live in your mind and understand what you mean ALL of the time!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 01, 2010, 08:43:43 PM
context: she is going to her doctor's appointment, that she doesnt want to go to and calls me.

Her: "Hey there's a hostage situation on the main road to the hospital I have to go to."
Me: "Awe that sucks"
Her: "I should have left earlier"
Me: "So just what are you going to do?"


Fixed it for you - So simple

First rule when dealing with a stressed out female ....... KISS
( Keep It Simple Silly )

 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on September 01, 2010, 09:39:38 PM
Plus you made her chose between one of them. Women cant decide on anything!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on September 01, 2010, 09:48:52 PM
Indeed. Logic and reason are to women what water is to duck feathers.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 01, 2010, 10:06:13 PM
So the first day at the job was really boring.
They're not letting me do any work for 2 weeks! 2 weeks!

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 01, 2010, 10:11:03 PM
Why not? Did they look you up on Facebook and think "oh.. maybe not" ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 01, 2010, 10:16:23 PM
No, I have 2 weeks of induction to do.

Today, we talked for the first few hours about the project, various bits and pieces. Quite useful.
Then we went on a campus tour. Except I am have been a student there. Completely useless.
Then we had lunch
Then we had a tour of the Research commons (the library I'll be based at). Quite useful.
Then we read some of the induction bullshit on the staff intranet.
Then we faffed about for an hour.

so basically we stretched about a mornings worth of useful stuff into a whole day. They could probably do all the induction stuff in like 3 days. Or I don't know, maybe actually train me how to do my job?



On the plus side, I can get 17 days off over christmas and new year by taking 5 days leave.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 01, 2010, 10:17:16 PM
You're so ridiculous, these things must be drawn out for as long as possible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 01, 2010, 10:23:33 PM
It was so boring, and then I was resenting the fact I was just wasting time. I wish we had been sent home at 4 or something!
Where as if I was actually working, you can't really be too mad at that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 01, 2010, 11:35:25 PM
I just friggen explain how it was confusing! Im sorry i dont live in your mind and understand what you mean ALL of the time!

Dude, you need to take to heart the immortal words of Charlton Heston.  He was Moses after all...

Quote
[On how his marriage lasted as long as it did]: Remember three simple words - I was wrong.

Use it early and often.  Ignore it at your peril.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 02, 2010, 04:13:46 AM
by the way the hostage situation made cnn, and they killed the hostage taker.

http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/09/01/maryland.discovery.channel/index.html?hpt=T1 (http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/09/01/maryland.discovery.channel/index.html?hpt=T1)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 02, 2010, 04:34:06 AM
Me: "hey sorry but it was confusing it could have meant you are coming back or are just going to be late."
Her "I dont understand how it could be confusing!"

I just friggen explain how it was confusing! Im sorry i dont live in your mind and understand what you mean ALL of the time!

My wife likes to ask me: "Don't you understand ... ?" questions. It REALLY annoys me. Like, makes me want to slap her. Which is crazy, because I am not a violent person, it just pushes my button. I have talked to her about it, but she does it anyway.

Example: We had a shortage of money. I bought lunch for myself and the boy because he was hungry, and it would have been difficult to drive home with him all cranky in rush hour traffic. She says: "Don't you understand that when we don't have a lot of money we can't spend a lot?"

Um. Yes. I do understand the concept of basic micro economics. Thank you.

I always want to come back with: "Don't you understand that the accretion disk of the super massive black hole(s) at the center of our galaxy probably play a crucial role in the active galactic nucleus phenomenon?"

You know, cuz she doesn't understand that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 02, 2010, 04:36:12 AM
I can't pull that on her, she used to be an engineering major before she switched to architecture this year.  She has those kind of discussions with people all the time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 02, 2010, 04:47:57 AM
Okay. Time Travel.

Find out if she has any ideas how you would compensate for the 5 axes of planetary motion while propelling oneself forward or backward in time - especially unforeseen minor shifts in planetary, solar, and galactic orbits, given Keppler's laws.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 02, 2010, 04:51:44 AM
she would say "im not interested in science fiction, only science fact." Her weak points are history, geography, sex positions (which I love to teach her) and tech/internet culture. Also computers.  Oh and pretty much anything in the humanities departments except religious studies, shes pretty learned about that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 02, 2010, 04:53:49 AM
I'm talking about science fact, though. These are the actual scientific quandaries regarding the possibilities of time travel. The biggest obstacle is not the movement in time, it is the calculation of the movement in space because of the unpredictable nature of tiny vagaries in orbits.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 02, 2010, 05:01:07 AM
nah but once the words time travel appear, she thinks im referring to a movie or something as her and her mom (a physicist) believe time travel is never possible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 02, 2010, 08:02:00 AM
No, I have 2 weeks of induction to do.

Today, we talked for the first few hours about the project, various bits and pieces. Quite useful.
Then we went on a campus tour. Except I am have been a student there. Completely useless.
Then we had lunch
Then we had a tour of the Research commons (the library I'll be based at). Quite useful.
Then we read some of the induction bullshit on the staff intranet.
Then we faffed about for an hour.

so basically we stretched about a mornings worth of useful stuff into a whole day. They could probably do all the induction stuff in like 3 days. Or I don't know, maybe actually train me how to do my job?

I suggest this thought: "It's all billing time."

Don't mind when your employer wastes time on tedious jobs, as long as you get paid. When you get bored, just calculate in your head how much money you make every minute. That always makes me happy.  8-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on September 02, 2010, 09:14:59 AM
Get yourself a computer and a youtube login. Never be bored at work again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 02, 2010, 11:15:35 AM
nah but once the words time travel appear, she thinks im referring to a movie or something as her and her mom (a physicist) believe time travel is never possible.

As a physicist she should understand what quantum physics really means. Quantum physics in a nutshell: Anything can happen, suddenly, and for no apparent reason, without explanation, defying what we think we know about how the universe works.

Basically Quantum Physics says time travel is possible, because quantum physics says anything is possible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on September 02, 2010, 01:11:42 PM
yet possible and probable are not the same things.  it could be a good discussion if she has imagination.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on September 02, 2010, 05:21:35 PM
What like Hurenweibel could fly, and he would go visit the ISS pick up a hammer that was floating around, detach the the solar panels from the rest and then take them back to his house where he would store the energy until he created a massive bomb that he would send back in time place it in the cednter of the earth after tunneling there in a suit of Hydrogen and blow up our ancestors, meaning we all die too.

Possible but not probable.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on September 03, 2010, 04:41:41 AM
lol  >>>>>>>>>> splat<  youve been hit with a custard troll pie.  mainly I'm just reiterating using different words what Einstien said.  "That imagination is more important than knowledge"  Because it's out of imagination and curiosity that new knowledge is found.  150 years ago men would never fly, 100 years ago men would never leave our planet, 50 years ago the sound barrier could never be broken, 25 years ago this conversation could never have happened.  I could go on but I'm sure you get the point.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 03, 2010, 01:56:31 PM
And 75 years ago we would have flying cars by now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on September 03, 2010, 02:07:26 PM
And 75 years ago we would have flying cars by now.
75?? 25 more like!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on September 03, 2010, 02:26:29 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hGjl3zcJMk

what are you on about we still talk about it now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2010, 04:20:16 PM
And 75 years ago we would have flying cars by now.

http://www.terrafugia.com/


Next argument!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 03, 2010, 04:24:51 PM
"We" is not some wacky inventor.   :icon_lol:   If we are going to let wacky inventors in then we already have perpetual motion, alchemy and natural male enhancement.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2010, 06:54:31 PM
I hardly think an entire corporation counts as a wacky inventor.

That would be this guy:
(http://static.howstuffworks.com/gif/flying-car-m400.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on September 03, 2010, 07:55:17 PM
Hey, the Molle Skycar.

I haven't seen that in yonks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 03, 2010, 08:46:17 PM
I think this answers some questions...

(http://www.terrafugia.com/images/photogallery/logo/TransitionvsTRex.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on September 03, 2010, 11:27:03 PM
The main things holding up flying cars at this point are traffic control issues (certainly not insignificant) and personal liability licensing issues, like drinking and flying or flying while zapped from fatique etc.  The vehicles are there, the other infrastructure, and legal/social responsibility structure certainly isn't.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on September 04, 2010, 12:43:40 AM
I think this answers some questions...

It doesn't answer a single question, but begs this one: Why is that dinosaur wearing a red-and-white striped scarf?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 04, 2010, 03:35:12 AM
the ice age?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 04, 2010, 05:46:33 AM
He supports the Talabheim Tarts ( a Bloodbowl ladies' team) ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 04, 2010, 11:29:47 AM
He's a member of the Talabheim Starcraft guild and got an award for efficient REXing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on September 04, 2010, 06:17:04 PM
He likes it.

Duh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 04, 2010, 11:02:30 PM
Nice dinosaur.


The treachery and greed campaign is rubbish.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 05, 2010, 04:36:52 AM
The treachery and greed campaign is rubbish.

It's okay. Just that one squid mod that is ruining everything.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 05, 2010, 04:37:50 AM
On the other hand, that's what you said about CiM while it was running.


Unhappy thought : the economics of the moment are driving me nuts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 06, 2010, 12:45:13 PM
3 weeks of vacation went by far too fast. The weather was mostly rain. I didn't get any good rest. I didn't get any work around the house done and the alarm clock rings at 6:30 each day again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 07, 2010, 11:36:38 PM
I still hate the campaign.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 08, 2010, 06:44:10 PM
I separated my AC Joint (left shoulder) playing church league softball. My son has no idea why Daddy is wearing a sling, and just wants to crawl up on me like he usually does.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 09, 2010, 01:39:54 PM
Don't take church league lightly!

The Redskins forum is down, which is a really bad time with the start of the season and the fact that it's Dallas week.  I'm trying to find the quote by Dexter Manley when he knocked out Danny Smith and I know it's on there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 09, 2010, 02:33:33 PM
His last name in 'Manley' :icon_lol:

College takes up way too much time in its first week.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 09, 2010, 02:48:18 PM
That was a great time in our franchise's history.  Our other defensive end was named Charles Mann.  Manley and Mann were both beasts, as the names obviously foretell. :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 21, 2010, 07:27:53 PM
I have 2 exams, 3 essays, a debate, and an oral argument due by a week from tomorrow. (In that period)

I have started:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 22, 2010, 01:01:24 AM
my tv broke, I get sound but the picture goes black after about 3 seconds
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 22, 2010, 01:30:22 PM
Golf today.  :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 22, 2010, 01:34:54 PM
Can't make up your mind, can you? :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 22, 2010, 01:35:29 PM
Don´t you have any stuff you hate and love at the same time?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 22, 2010, 01:36:07 PM
Good point.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 23, 2010, 11:21:14 PM
Well, this night sucks. I took the 2350 train home (last one leaves at 0050), but fell asleep during the ride and missed my stop. When I woke up I was two stations too far down the line, with no trains going back.
 
To be continued.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 23, 2010, 11:23:04 PM
no worries obi, that happened to me in san diego...except we were thrown off the trains...was a good night. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 24, 2010, 04:57:18 AM
This happened to me in Vienna. The wife and I got off at the wrong stop, and had to walk back to our hotel. It turned out to be a nice walk, because Vienna is lovely, but we were worried that we were going the wrong way for a while.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on September 24, 2010, 09:26:07 AM
Indeed. Logic and reason are to women what water is to duck feathers.

So very true. Almost all the time. Thats why I like Bones.

My wife likes to ask me: "Don't you understand ... ?" questions. It REALLY annoys me. Like, makes me want to slap her. Which is crazy, because I am not a violent person, it just pushes my button. I have talked to her about it, but she does it anyway.

Shes not asking if you understand. Its just a fancy way of blaming you.

What annoys me is when my partner, while I'm talking just murmurs 'mmmmhhhhhh' like those comedic black women in the movies. Drives me nuts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 24, 2010, 09:35:17 AM
Yes, that night would have been fun if not for the fact that I was alone and have my driving exam today.

My dad picked me up  :-D (bows)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 24, 2010, 09:54:34 AM
Back when I was in Uni I also had to use public transport to and from my parents home. From uni this meant sitting in a bus for half an hour towards the trainstation of Ede-Wageningen, then 20 minutes by train to Utrecht, waiting 10 minutes and going by train to the station of Geldermalsen. Waiting 15 minutes and then going by train to station Gorinchem. This alone took me 2 hours and 10 minutes at its fastest.
Then I had to call my parents to ask them to come pick me up because the lost bus in their direction goes at 19:00 (which was impossible for me to ever catch and only goes once every two hours anyways).

While this was annoying enough I've had it happen to me twice while travelling back to Uni that I would have arrived at Utrecht and be waiting for the next train that I actually stepped into the wrong train, namely the Intercity to Den Bosch which took me non-stop back past Geldermalsen. Both of these times this train (which leaves from the same platform) had been delayed, though no announcement was given, the destination signs on the train itself were blank (rather common back then) and the information displays only told the people about the train to Ede-Wageningen that was about to arrive. :icon_mad:

So yeah, I probably visited my parents once every 3 or 4 weeks...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 24, 2010, 10:38:24 AM
 :icon_lol:

Makes my night look like peanuts!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 25, 2010, 09:37:38 AM
just watched a string of youtube videos about sad animated children movies/shows... :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 27, 2010, 06:29:56 AM
...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 27, 2010, 12:43:32 PM
Set Warhammer Weib's to "Kill".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 27, 2010, 12:57:57 PM
Do you suggest to kill her or to put her in killer mode?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 27, 2010, 01:36:20 PM
Put her in "Killer" mode.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on September 27, 2010, 01:41:00 PM
Do you suggest to kill her or to put her in killer mode?
what educational measure could possibly require a cold shower?  Was she being precocious, looking to go out on dates, at 8?  Not knowing the full story I'm scratching my head about the cold shower part.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 27, 2010, 01:41:47 PM
Put her in "Killer" mode.

But her in killer mode would mean a dead fandir as soon as I get home *gulp*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 27, 2010, 01:42:32 PM
Do you suggest to kill her or to put her in killer mode?
what educational measure could possibly require a cold shower?  Was she being precocious, looking to go out on dates, at 8?  Not knowing the full story I'm scratching my head about the cold shower part.

Well he thinks it was an appropriate educational measure, I think he is wrong. I also think the law thinks the same as me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 27, 2010, 02:28:50 PM
I'd suggest a smack.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 27, 2010, 02:33:56 PM
Also illegal even if that guy deserves one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 27, 2010, 03:20:05 PM
I had a much more elaborate post set up to correlate this situation to the other thread, but I'll leave it be.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 27, 2010, 03:24:00 PM
Perhaps some smack...talk?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 27, 2010, 04:05:01 PM
Indeed!  Mainly, it was a joke.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 27, 2010, 04:21:19 PM
This situation obviously needs to be resolved between the two parents. I can't pretend to know what I would do in this situation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 27, 2010, 06:11:40 PM
This situation obviously needs to be resolved between the two parents. I can't pretend to know what I would do in this situation.

But wissenlander isn´t my brother....so do you mean all four parents should meet?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 27, 2010, 06:15:24 PM
Awkward.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 27, 2010, 08:34:37 PM
Awkward.
Awkward situation? Or awkward that Fandir is clueless as to what I meant?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 27, 2010, 08:35:40 PM
Awkward because you don´t get my sarcasm, cannon what is wrong with you? You were the god of sarcasm on here?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 27, 2010, 08:55:14 PM
I think it is a problem of translation?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 28, 2010, 04:26:46 AM
waking up at 6 am is nowhere near as cool as I thought it would be.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 28, 2010, 04:55:46 AM
I suggest to try 6 pm instead. :closed-eyes:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 28, 2010, 05:08:17 AM
I suggest to try 6 pm instead. :closed-eyes:

Judging from the time you post it, not an empirically obtained observation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 28, 2010, 06:20:34 AM
His time as a student sleeping until noon definitely ended about three years ago when my younger daughter first auditioned him the song 'Autumn is near' at 6 a.m. :biggriin:
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 28, 2010, 07:45:04 AM
 :closed-eyes:

I still say it was 4 am.


yes there was already light and it was Autumn but still, I am absolutely sure it was 4 a.m.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 29, 2010, 10:21:03 AM
I spend Monday evening disassembling furniture in my daughter's room, had to take the Tuesday off and spend that day disassembling more stuff, recieving the new stuff, wrestling through the piss-poor instructions and assembling  not always correctly fitting furniture untill 23:30. And it wasn't all finished then so I'll need to get cracking again tonight.

All this because those @#$$#% at Neckermann (postal order company, probably only known in NW Europe) can't send a message by phone or mail that they're going to deliver the ordered goods and because they obviously sell substandard products.

First and last time we ever ordered from Neckermann and I can heartily recommend NOT buying from them ever! :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Moxer on September 29, 2010, 02:53:54 PM
Have to finish my PhD thesis, but caught a cold. Writing with a bad headache, sore throat, running nose and probably fever is no fun at all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 29, 2010, 05:46:16 PM
That sucks Moxer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on September 29, 2010, 06:19:03 PM
I feel your pain Moxer, I tried to take an exam in that state, didn't go well, in fact, I never finished it. So I have to retake it. I'll know the subject the 16. November. Now, that shouldn't (in theory) clash with any of my other exams...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 01, 2010, 01:24:28 AM
I hate the fact that my girlfriend was suppose to pick me up after my seminar, but instead smoked weed, by the time she came to pick me up, she was loopy from being high and passed me, I could have walked home and been home by the time she picked me up...and its been raining hard all day so i have been standing in the rain too waiting...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 01, 2010, 06:23:03 AM
Well, yeah, that sucks.

I hate having to get up at 6 every day of the week this week, and having to do so next week also.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 01, 2010, 06:38:22 AM
Moral of the story, FFH, say no to drugs.

Also, buy an umbrella.
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Post by: Warlord on October 01, 2010, 06:58:21 AM
Moral of the story, FFH, say no to drugs.

Also, buy an umbrella.

Ella, ella, eh, eh.


More to the point - why is she doing drugs? And why aren't you the one doing the driving?
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 01, 2010, 07:57:37 AM
Moral of the story, FFH, say no to drugs.

Also, buy an umbrella.
I do say no to drugs, I've never smoked and never plan too.

More to the point - why is she doing drugs? And why aren't you the one doing the driving?
She's been smoking for as long as I've known her.  As for the driving part, I do not have a driving permit to park on campus, its way too expensive when I live close by.  I would like to invest in a bicycle and sell my car though, would make getting to class faster, turns a 20min walk into a 5-10 minute bike ride.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 01, 2010, 08:50:55 AM
I hate having to get up at 6 every day of the week this week, and having to do so next week also.

Obi, what's up with all that waking up at 6 stuff? Are you still lacking student accomadation in the city you're studying in?

I think getting up at 6:30 each work day is bad enough already... :icon_neutral:
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Post by: t12161991 on October 01, 2010, 09:25:14 AM
I'm up at 3:30, won't be getting to bed until at least 5:30, and have a class at 8.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 01, 2010, 03:55:08 PM
I hate having to get up at 6 every day of the week this week, and having to do so next week also.

Obi, what's up with all that waking up at 6 stuff? Are you still lacking student accomadation in the city you're studying in?

I think getting up at 6:30 each work day is bad enough already... :icon_neutral:
Still lacking the accomodation in Utrecht, but as I live in Amersfoort that's not a problem. Looking for a room, but not in a hurry. Right now I'm having an internship (more accurately, 'stage') and I need to be present at 7 a.m.  :icon_cry:

That's where the problem comes from. It's only one more week though :)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 01, 2010, 05:01:56 PM
I seriously need to get some money and go to a strip club to piss of my girl, she has been really pissing me off and I dont take kindly to being a doormat.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 01, 2010, 05:32:43 PM
I seriously need to get some money and go to a strip club to piss of my girl, she has been really pissing me off and I dont take kindly to being a doormat.
Dude, if she's pissing you off, either just tell her or dump her. Going to a stripclub won't fix your problems, only make them bigger.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 01, 2010, 05:34:29 PM
I seriously need to get some money and go to a strip club to piss of my girl, she has been really pissing me off and I dont take kindly to being a doormat.
Dude, if she's pissing you off, either just tell her or dump her. Going to a stripclub won't fix your problems, only make them bigger.

Don't bring your logic into this, I was liking where it was going!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on October 01, 2010, 05:43:25 PM
It's obvious isn't it - she's pissed off because he didn't go for the threesome ...................  :engel:

Though I have serious doubts about her if she is driving whilst stoned - maybe someone should report her .............
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 01, 2010, 08:41:43 PM
Right now I'm having an internship (more accurately, 'stage') ...

So you start your study with a 'stage'? They're probably trying to weed out the people who don't have the perseverance for this study.
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Post by: Obi on October 01, 2010, 11:28:03 PM
Yes, it's to show us the other part of healthcare you don't really get to see as a doctor, that is primary patient care. Also to give us more of an idea how patients feel etc., but also to teach us some nifty skills about handling patients.

It's probably weeding too though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 04, 2010, 07:33:45 AM
I seriously need to get some money and go to a strip club to piss of my girl, she has been really pissing me off and I dont take kindly to being a doormat.

I am not quite sure who's the drama queen here ...   :?  :icon_confused:  :?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 08:33:32 AM
Hush we just have to wait for Rufus, pictures or it didn´t happen.


Well Feanor what would a grown up do?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 10:04:55 AM
Whatever happened to cheering the guy onward?

You may have stopped him from a strip club experience...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 10:09:01 AM
Spending large amounts for fake boobs? I think it would be enough if he has  his midlife crisis and buys his GF some new boobs?
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Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 10:24:19 AM
Spending large amounts for fake boobs? I think it would be enough if he has  his midlife crisis and buys his GF some new boobs?

Only if he is in my age otherwise no.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 10:46:44 AM
As you are older than Midaski I have to point out that most won´t live to your age.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 11:25:00 AM
As you are older than Midaski I have to point out that most won´t live to your age.

Holy crap! That means you won't see any strip shows at all!  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 11:26:10 AM
I was tricked into seeing one.....and was not impressed by it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 11:35:51 AM
I was tricked into seeing one.....and was not impressed by it.

Like you would give us any other answer with the missis hanging around here.

 :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 11:43:07 AM
Seriously even with the misses not around (I could pm you) sure most of the women had gorgeous bodies but nothing one hasn´t seen in porn already also the drinks are incredible overprized, and for every look every touch you have to pay extra. So I prefer a healthy relationship.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 11:47:37 AM
Seriously even with the misses not around (I could pm you) sure most of the women had gorgeous bodies but nothing one hasn´t seen in porn already also the drinks are incredible overprized, and for every look every touch you have to pay extra. So I prefer a healthy relationship.

This is what separate the boys from the pros...

You don't go to a strip club to watch naked chicks or get sex, if you have to pay for it, you are already a looser.

You go there for the prestige and how much cash you can spend.

(take the bait women, take it...)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 04, 2010, 11:48:36 AM
Quote
for every look every touch you have to pay extra. So I prefer a healthy relationship
:icon_eek:

Perhaps I should charge you additional fees, too ...  However, I am not quite sure whether you would be able to afford me ...  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 11:51:19 AM
This is a PM situation but please, go ahead!
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 04, 2010, 11:53:16 AM
Oh, I'm sure he will find a way to squirm out of this mess ...  :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 11:54:48 AM
 :biggriin:

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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 12:01:15 PM

Quote
You go there for the prestige and how much cash you can spend.

Also I prefer to earn my prestige not from paying for women but to seek out the best possible one and make her happy and in return become happy myself.

Seperates the frustrated from the awesome.....aka me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on October 04, 2010, 12:30:02 PM
"Oh wie wunderbar der Mann ist, wenn die Weib nicht außerirdische ist ........"

Opa Midaski

 :engel:

I think that works
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 12:40:15 PM
"Oh wie wunderbar der Mann ist, wenn die Weib nicht fremd ist ........"

Onkel Midaski

 :engel:

I think that works

Opa Midaksi would be more appropriate also I think you misused the word "fremd" I think you mean fern like away.
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Post by: Midaski on October 04, 2010, 12:51:34 PM
I wanted the word 'alien' - the translator gave me fremd which it plays back as 'foreign'.

So I tried extra-terrestrial which gave me außerirdische which then reverted to alien ............

Have you heard the expression: "Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus"

I hope you noticed what I was trying to parody ................... Mensch!



 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 04, 2010, 01:02:03 PM
No I don´t have a clue  :engel:


What could work would be

"Oh wie wunderbar der Mann ist wenn er die Frauen versteht!" (how wonderful man is when he understands women)

or

"Oh wie wunderbar der Mann ist wenn er weiß wovon er spricht!" (how wonderful man is when he knows what he is talking about)

in any given case both are impossible so you can stay with "außerirdische" as we talk science fiction  :::cheers:::

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 01:21:40 PM
Also I prefer to earn my prestige not from paying for women but to seek out the best possible one and make her happy and in return become happy myself.

Oh, that explains it.

Sorry for missing that, but as you know I can afford both.

Especially my wife who is the world's most expensive chef - yes Gordon, I pay more for her than I would you.
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Post by: Midaski on October 04, 2010, 01:46:10 PM
Especially my wife who is the world's most expensive chef - yes Gordon, I pay more for her than I would you.

.... but is her language as 'colourful' ..................
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 04, 2010, 02:30:15 PM
"The risotto Giacommo, you donkey!!"
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Post by: Shadowlord on October 04, 2010, 03:04:36 PM
.... but is her language as 'colourful' ..................

Worse - the other day when I rolled over her bed with one of my legs her comment was - "get that digusting leg off me you fat f-ck!".

True story.

(of course, I failed to mention in what velocity and impact that knee did to her kidney...)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 04, 2010, 03:49:05 PM
I took my first class today. It was fun.

I should probably post this in the Happy thread, but I feel it would be out of character for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 04, 2010, 03:59:15 PM
I should probably post this in the Happy thread, but I feel it would be out of character for me.
:icon_lol:

I cannot afford the new music I want to buy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on October 04, 2010, 07:14:26 PM
Oh, I'm sure he will find a way to squirm out of this mess ...  :icon_rolleyes:

if i may interject isn't there a saying all about how well a man is able to "squirm" being part of the attraction.  Motion of the ocean and all that.


I like the phrase "Men are from earth, women are from some other damn place." expressive without the mincing.  When I was younger I used to go to strip clubs with a sketch book for cheap beer and free nude modeling, you'd be astonished where a little piece of charcoal can take you. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on October 05, 2010, 06:02:40 AM
I was tricked into seeing one.....and was not impressed by it.

Like you would give us any other answer with the missis hanging around here.

Why would that matter. A few years back, me and the girl went to a Strip club together with a bunch of my friends for one of his birthdays. The group even had a back room for two private shows.

I have to agree though, their bodies are no different from regular porn. Though it is the variety of faces that I like, though thats just in general society, not just strip clubs...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 05, 2010, 08:26:17 AM
And now we see who "really" fears his woman and who is in a happy and healthy relationship


kudos to you Warlord  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 07, 2010, 04:00:35 PM
I think me and my girlfriend are breaking up soon...im tired of all the beatings.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 04:05:08 PM
Yes, it can be tiresome if you have to beat your girlfriend every day...



Seriously though, she hits you? That's not good... does she apologize for it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on October 07, 2010, 05:06:11 PM
Actually she isn't beating him well enough for his liking.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 05:08:49 PM
An increasing number of once nice forum members have turned to the dark side recently.

I like it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 07, 2010, 05:21:52 PM
Peram always ahd a hidden nasty side. He's a lawyer after all, he has to.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on October 07, 2010, 05:54:08 PM
Peram always ahd a hidden nasty side. He's a lawyer after all, he has to.

I'm not the one leaving his girlfriend because of an unfulfilled masochism streak...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 07, 2010, 05:56:36 PM
Peram always ahd a hidden nasty side. He's a lawyer after all, he has to.

I'm not the one leaving his girlfriend because of an unfulfilled masochism streak...
So I take it yours is fulfilled then?
 :-D

But I would be interested as well if FFH is talking about the physical exhaustion of constantly beating her or about the boring way she slaps him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 06:00:29 PM
"FFH" always reminds me of "FHM".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 07, 2010, 06:10:30 PM
"FFH" always reminds me of "FHM".
You mean he is kinda sexy at first glance but then gets appalingly bad fast once you pick him up?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 06:13:07 PM
Edited for decency. I know nothing to type that's funny and decent though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on October 07, 2010, 06:13:36 PM
Peram always ahd a hidden nasty side. He's a lawyer after all, he has to.

I'm not the one leaving his girlfriend because of an unfulfilled masochism streak...
So I take it yours is fulfilled then?
 :-D

But I would be interested as well if FFH is talking about the physical exhaustion of constantly beating her or about the boring way she slaps him.

I'm married. All of my masochism needs are met. *sigh*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 07, 2010, 06:14:42 PM
Edited for decency. I know nothing to type that's funny and decent though.
You certainly knew what to type that was unfunny and boring though. Do better!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 06:16:23 PM
Well, I'm a boring person. However, I can make up for it with minor witticisms when I'm posting online.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 07, 2010, 06:20:16 PM
Well, I'm a boring person. However, I can make up for it with minor witticisms when I'm posting online.
Those are pretty much the requirements for being able to register an account here. Which is why the last bash was so boring that we need some more boring nerds to attend it so we can be bored together even more effectively.

And still: shame on you for not following up my - in my opinion - excellent joke. I am disappointed. We can pretend our last posts didn't happen and go right back to the witticisms.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 07, 2010, 06:22:56 PM
Bloody Germans.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 07, 2010, 06:27:08 PM
Bloody Germans.
What was that? I was so bored I must've nodded off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 06:42:04 PM
Well, I'm a boring person. However, I can make up for it with minor witticisms when I'm posting online.
Those are pretty much the requirements for being able to register an account here. Which is why the last bash was so boring that we need some more boring nerds to attend it so we can be bored together even more effectively.

I'm anti-social as well, though...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on October 07, 2010, 06:42:41 PM
I'm anti-social as well, though...

Facebook.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 06:50:18 PM
Yeah... I know you know it. :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 07, 2010, 06:51:48 PM
yeah she beats me, and has for a while, and never remembers, this past monday she hit me in the head and as a reflex I hit her back.  She always hits me out of anger. :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on October 07, 2010, 06:52:34 PM
Not cool, dude.  Get out while you can.  If it happens once it doesn't stop.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 07, 2010, 06:58:16 PM
yeah she beats me, and has for a while, and never remembers, this past monday she hit me in the head and as a reflex I hit her back.  She always hits me out of anger. :icon_sad:
That is seriously not cool, and in that regard I won't differentiate between sexes and thus give you the same advice I would give to a girl who is beaten by her boyfriend: get out. It won't get better, and it won't end well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 07, 2010, 07:01:22 PM
yeah she beats me, and has for a while, and never remembers, this past monday she hit me in the head and as a reflex I hit her back.  She always hits me out of anger. :icon_sad:

I'm sorry, Feanor.

How often does this happen? Apparently she has anger issues. Is she doing something about them? Therapy, medication?
If she feels sorry about it, maybe you can talk about what she can do to control herself? That is, if you think it's worth the bother.

People can change for the better, but only if they want to.


Edit: This is not meant to downplay violence. It has to be clear that it's a no-go; that's the only basis for improvement.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 10, 2010, 01:34:10 AM
We lost. Badly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on October 10, 2010, 02:25:38 AM
yeah she beats me, and has for a while, and never remembers, this past monday she hit me in the head and as a reflex I hit her back.  She always hits me out of anger. :icon_sad:

One should never hit another .  Its sad that your in a relationship that has anger
Please sit down and talk your problem out !!

 Hey sweetie , now lesson!!!  she probably get mad at you because you don't lesson  to her !!
just look into here eyes and ask her what wronge !!  she will tell you her hole problem ,but you cant do it like your jokingly  or none serious
Also don't laught at here or tease her when she get Angry
 



 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 10, 2010, 06:19:36 AM
she will tell you her hole problem

Well I would be angry too if I had a hole problem.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on October 11, 2010, 07:59:04 AM
she will tell you her hole problem

Well I would be angry too if I had a hole problem.

I saw that one too.

Kera, I don't quite think its that simple unfortunately...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: steveb on October 12, 2010, 12:42:08 AM
she will tell you her hole problem

Well I would be angry too if I had a hole problem.

I saw that one too.

Kera, I don't quite think its that simple unfortunately...

Did we lose the spell check function?  steveb
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 13, 2010, 10:32:55 AM
We lost. Badly.
Then why does your signature read "5-0".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 13, 2010, 11:19:12 AM
Because he hasn't had the heart to change it to 5-1?

Don't feel bad T12, if I had my pro football team's record in my signature it would read 0-5.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 13, 2010, 11:23:09 AM
We lost. Badly.
Then why does your signature read "5-0".
Because this is a forum about a fantasy game...?
 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 13, 2010, 01:23:50 PM
Actually I generally don't remember to do it until Thursday...

Cannon, I saw a Bills replay in a BWW a few days ago. My condolences.

And if I was doing a fantasy score I'd put my NCAA '11 record for this season (11-2).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 13, 2010, 04:06:14 PM
Cannon, I saw a Bills replay in a BWW a few days ago. My condolences.

Yeah, Fitzy makes them better, but not by much. The lack of shopping they did on the Marshawn trade, and the fact they just dropped Edwards without trying to shop him at all really makes you wonder who the heck is running that club.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on October 13, 2010, 10:33:21 PM
I have half an hour to set something (she said it could be anything she just wants to be surprised) up before my girlfriend gets home.
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_elfwOZz26Yg/SZKKjrBTujI/AAAAAAAAAIY/xadiYsb7UUs/s320/zapp_brannigan_futurama.jpg)

so I showered and shaved (both areas) got some candles set up, should I wrap it in a bow? or grab the cuffs?  Or should I make her dinner...

(from the Happy Thoughts thread)

*shudder*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 13, 2010, 10:36:02 PM
oi! thats not fair, I minimized the type on the second line ;) haha
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on October 13, 2010, 10:46:55 PM
oi! thats not fair, I minimized the type on the second line ;) haha

That's what makes it an UNHAPPY THOUGHT!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 13, 2010, 10:52:26 PM
haha it was an excuse to post the picture
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on October 13, 2010, 11:44:34 PM
yeah she beats me, and has for a while, and never remembers, this past monday she hit me in the head and as a reflex I hit her back.  She always hits me out of anger. :icon_sad:

One should never hit another .  Its sad that your in a relationship that has anger
Please sit down and talk your problem out !!

 Hey sweetie , now lesson!!!  she probably get mad at you because you don't lesson  to her !!
just look into here eyes and ask her what wronge !!  she will tell you her whole problem ,but you cant do it like your jokingly  or none serious
Also don't laught at here or tease her when she get Angry
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 13, 2010, 11:59:53 PM
One should never hit another .  Its sad that you're in a relationship that has anger
Please sit down and talk your problem out !!

 Hey sweetie , now listen!!!  She probably got mad at you because you don't listen to her !!
Just look into her eyes and ask her what is wrong !!  She will tell you her whole problem, but you cant do it like you're joking or not serious
Also don't laugh at her or tease her when she gets angry.

There you go. Don't worry, they generally allow a lot of leeway for non-native English speakers on the forum. Unless you're poor Danny.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on October 14, 2010, 12:51:31 AM
Thanks so much !!   This helps since you  used the red words  I see the Spelling problems  (sorry )
 I try hard next time
 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 14, 2010, 04:24:14 AM
It's important that you understand that I am not in any way attempting to mock you. English is a stupid, difficult language. Even for it's native speakers it is often too much to handle.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on October 14, 2010, 08:31:10 AM

Thanks Cannon.

Really appreciate you helping Kera out.
And Kera, your last post was excellent spellingwise.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on October 14, 2010, 11:10:02 AM
It's important that you understand that I am not in any way attempting to mock you. English is a stupid, difficult language. Even for it's native speakers it is often too much to handle.
I know You're trying to help  ( thanks )  Isn't that your duty on a  Empire site
 to help Young maidens
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 14, 2010, 11:40:23 AM
Since this is the internet, you could just as well be an old hag who takes mean pictures of her granddaughter...

It's a trap, Cannon!


Just kidding.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 14, 2010, 12:44:52 PM
(http://static.velvetcache.org/pages/2007/5/25/its-a-trap/tarp-30198.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on October 14, 2010, 09:44:25 PM
My girlfriend just broke up with me :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 14, 2010, 10:18:37 PM
My girlfriend just broke up with me :icon_sad:
(http://adamsalamon.files.wordpress.com/2007/10/sorry.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 14, 2010, 10:21:26 PM
My girlfriend just broke up with me :icon_sad:

How long have you two been together? And why did she break up?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on October 14, 2010, 10:27:12 PM
Around 5 months. She said she didn't feel it was working any more. We have barely had time for each other (well, she had barely time for me...) so I guess I should have seen it coming...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Tiberius on October 15, 2010, 02:17:30 AM
I'm sorry mate, that's a rough day.  Same happened to me not too long ago, except she told me that when I had just flown 2,000 miles and spend 300 dollars to see her.  I wasn't particularly thrilled about that.  Just don't listen to too much sappy British pop music.  Perhaps watch LotR and have a manly drink (if of age of course!), perhaps some beef jerky, and you can weather the storm.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 15, 2010, 09:29:54 AM
That sucks Dunrik. You should not have seen that coming, if you did you'd have started acting like the relationship was coming to an end. And it didn't have to be. Sometimes people really are just short on time...

Sorry man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 15, 2010, 11:12:49 AM
Since this is the internet, you could just as well be an old hag who takes mean pictures of her granddaughter...

It's a trap, Cannon!


Just kidding.

Well, I'm a happily married man, so helping in grammar and spelling is about all I am allowed to do with young maidens anyway.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on October 15, 2010, 10:56:05 PM
I'm going to have to have some talks with multiple friends in the near future about their issues with alcohol.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 15, 2010, 11:05:35 PM
My girlfriend just broke up with me :icon_sad:

I'm sorry for you, man.

What's really bad is that five months may not be enough to find something you don't like about her.

Don't think that she had no flaws just because you didn't find one. No woman is perfect.

Since this is the internet, you could just as well be an old hag who takes mean pictures of her granddaughter...

It's a trap, Cannon!


Just kidding.

Well, I'm a happily married man, so helping in grammar and spelling is about all I am allowed to do with young maidens anyway.

Rescuing them?


Unhappy random thought: My GF is on holiday. Alone. Because a particular someone is stuck up with work (nobody else to blame there though).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on October 15, 2010, 11:15:45 PM
Since this is the internet, you could just as well be an old hag who takes mean pictures of her granddaughter...

It's a trap, Cannon!


Just kidding.

Well, I'm a happily married man, so helping in grammar and spelling is about all I am allowed to do with young maidens anyway.

 Yea ! Like having another man around the house ! * Kera rolls here eyes * I f my cat would kill mice my Boy friend would be so gone!!
 At least my cat will Listen  to me !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 15, 2010, 11:16:51 PM
I f my cat would kill mice my Boy friend would be so gone!!

What? :icon_biggrin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 16, 2010, 03:30:31 AM
The doctor's prognosis was a slight bit off. My grandfather died at 5:45 EST.

Two of my other grandparents are also in the hospital.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 16, 2010, 06:27:40 AM
Shitty.

I lost all but one of my grandparents in the last year. The one that lives is the bitchy one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on October 16, 2010, 06:46:56 AM
Since this is the internet, you could just as well be an old hag who takes mean pictures of her granddaughter...

It's a trap, Cannon!


Just kidding.

Well, I'm a happily married man, so helping in grammar and spelling is about all I am allowed to do with young maidens anyway.

 Yea ! Like having another man around the house ! * Kera rolls here eyes * I f my cat would kill mice my Boy friend would be so gone!!
 At least my cat will Listen  to me !

heh heh heh leering old man eyes at ya,  WELL if all your boyfriend is good for is killing mice: maybe you should PM me.  OK that's enough creepyness out of me for a while.

     SRSLY though you should dump him anyways and train your cat better, I might suggest a mouse and cat arena in the living room.  You could even get some of the others on the forum here you help you with the stadium seating for the little imaginary romans to watch from.  Your cats instincts will take over after a while and it could be an entertaining side line business wagering on how long it would take your cat to eat a certain number of mousies.

on the other hand I might just be a barbarian and you shouldn't listen to me.  It'd be F'n cool if you did though, even better if PeTA showed up in all their hypocritical glory.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on October 16, 2010, 04:00:13 PM
The doctor's prognosis was a slight bit off. My grandfather died at 5:45 EST.

Two of my other grandparents are also in the hospital.

Dang man, sorry to hear that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on October 17, 2010, 12:24:04 AM
Sorry to here about your Grand parents !! i would miss mine if they would die.  They would leave holes in the family  that no one could fill.
I have try as much as i can  to learn there stories and the past .
For one day i  will be the one to pass on the past to the next Generation.
I so love my grand parents i'm still lucky to have them i also have a great grand father  who is 89 and still good health

 Well the weekend is where me Brian have are best time . he bring his buddies over to watch football and i clean up after them!!
 anyway he a good guy  i have the whole week ends to do what i want  Since he watches collage football  Saturday
 and pros  sunday

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 17, 2010, 08:59:41 PM
My other grandfather now has severe internal bleeding, and they don't know the source...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 19, 2010, 09:27:19 AM
My condolences Tyler.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 19, 2010, 10:09:07 AM
My father in law has cancer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 19, 2010, 01:49:13 PM
Ouch Cannon. What kind?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 20, 2010, 05:48:52 AM
Prostate.

Crappy for my wife, who's been a mess. She wanted to go over and talk to him about it for hours, but I talked her out of it. I had to explain to her why men do not cope with news like this by having long involved discussions.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 20, 2010, 06:13:53 AM
That's for sure.

Happily my other grandfather now has a better than even chance of survival.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 20, 2010, 06:37:45 AM
Good! I'm very glad to hear that!  :biggriin: :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on October 20, 2010, 06:55:29 AM
Best of luck to all those with sick families.

My Grandmother has had a knee replacement operation, and is doing well thus far. Her dog however, is looking like its on its last legs - I hope it doesn't die before she gets back to it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 20, 2010, 06:57:18 AM
Same with my grandmother as it happens.

The events of this weekend mean that I have an essay due in two days I haven't started and a debate Friday I haven't prepared for. Should be interesting to see if I can get an extension on the essay or not.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 20, 2010, 07:52:11 AM
My wife's been sick for 6 weeks in a row now. 3 urine tests, blood tests, a pregnancy test and 2 types of antibiotics later and they still don't know what it is and it sure isn't gone! Time for a sonogram next I believe, x-ray otherwise........god I hope it turns out to be nothing serious but it seems those chances are getting slimmer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 20, 2010, 08:30:54 AM
For someone who has been in her situation, I can but hope for the best for you B.

News around here, new gun shots this night, three in total against three different people, in three different areas.

That makes for 6 so far this week (and only two days has passed).  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 20, 2010, 08:40:22 AM
Where do those people get the guns from? What is the gunlaw in Sweden like?



BAWTRM best wishes from me that they find out what is wrong and therefore find out how to cure it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on October 20, 2010, 10:16:36 AM
I think all guns are illegal in Sweden.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 20, 2010, 10:29:43 AM
Similar to Germany so how come there are so many gunfights?

Is there already a number how many people get killed per anno in Sweden due guns?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on October 20, 2010, 10:45:09 AM
Well, I'm not sure about Sweden but Germany and Denmark have open borders. So people can just drive truckloads of weapons into the country, together with a lot of young women to sell aswell.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 20, 2010, 10:43:02 PM
I was too late when I tried to get tickets for goldfish at the Amsterdam Dance Event :'(

DANGDANGDANG
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: WallyTWest on October 21, 2010, 01:59:03 AM
Wednesday October 20th, 2010: 8PM

My girlfriend of 10 years threw my Uncharted Seas fleet across the room breaking off all the sails and cracking some of the hulls in two. I think the fleet may be beyond repair. She has also given me a solid smack in the face for burning the pasta.

This makes me sad as I have come to realize over the last two months that she is verbally abusive and completely emotionally consuming. I am not sure if she is doing it due to stress at work or if it represents a change in her life attitude. I am worried it might be a medical issue or something she is unwilling to talk about. I am sure that it’s not me, and I am very certain that if things don’t change I will have to leave her. 

I am a sad monkey tonight. Sleeping in the Jeep...   :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 21, 2010, 04:09:03 AM
That Sucks Wally!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on October 21, 2010, 04:09:24 AM
I'd probably smack her back. And get the hell out. Why are you sleeping in the Jeep?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 21, 2010, 04:10:56 AM
Why are you sleeping in the Jeep?

Yeah! Kick her ass out! With your foot!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 21, 2010, 08:13:20 AM
This is a girlfriend of 10 years guys, that's not something you throw away just like that, not even for an outburst (which was completely wrong of her) like this.

That's probably also why he's fearing for a medical condition, I think he's got plenty of years of memories in which his girlfriend was caring and giving.

But Wally, you need to confront this, you know you do. This might be due to stress at work, it could be. But you've got to firmly tell her that you won't be treated this way because her work situation is lousy. You're there for support, if she wants a punching bag she should go to the gym and bleed of steam there.

A medical condition? I don't know, that seems more like an episode of a hospital series who seem to cope with interesting cases and rare diseases/disorders on a daily basis. But it might be the truth. Once again though, confront her. Explain the situation, describe what you believe has (violently) changed about her personality and see if she agrees, then you can go for appointments with doctors.

Sleeping in the jeep is not the answer and you know it. It's only a cool-down period and afterwards you can pretend that the problem 'really isn't that bad' or think 'I'd better see how this develops'. Make up a plan in your head for a talk and also for any option you can think of that might be the result of that talk. Up to and including making (mental) preparations on leaving her. If the talk goes wrong you should be able to act on it immediately (this also goes for a good talk btw).

Good luck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 21, 2010, 08:53:08 AM
Lots of aggressive girlfriends with the guys on this forum... I think I start to see a trend.

Gents you can get as good looking as much fun girls that are not depressive. You just have to realize that you are worth them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on October 21, 2010, 10:13:21 AM
Lots of aggressive girlfriends with the guys on this forum... I think I start to see a trend.

Gents you can get as good looking as much fun girls that are not depressive. You just have to realize that you are worth them.

Make sure they don't have violence-prone boyfriends first, or you end up in my current predicament.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 21, 2010, 11:05:28 AM
But we all know that wargamer nerds are big bully guys that are into martial arts....isn´t that right PhillyT and Grutch?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 21, 2010, 11:19:52 AM
My wife's been sick for 6 weeks in a row now. 3 urine tests, blood tests, a pregnancy test and 2 types of antibiotics later and they still don't know what it is and it sure isn't gone! Time for a sonogram next I believe, x-ray otherwise........god I hope it turns out to be nothing serious but it seems those chances are getting slimmer.

I'm very sorry for you.

On the upside, you live in a country with state of the art medicine. If anything can be done, it will be done.


This is a girlfriend of 10 years guys, that's not something you throw away just like that, not even for an outburst (which was completely wrong of her) like this.

That's probably also why he's fearing for a medical condition, I think he's got plenty of years of memories in which his girlfriend was caring and giving.

But Wally, you need to confront this, you know you do. This might be due to stress at work, it could be. But you've got to firmly tell her that you won't be treated this way because her work situation is lousy. You're there for support, if she wants a punching bag she should go to the gym and bleed of steam there.

A medical condition? I don't know, that seems more like an episode of a hospital series who seem to cope with interesting cases and rare diseases/disorders on a daily basis. But it might be the truth. Once again though, confront her. Explain the situation, describe what you believe has (violently) changed about her personality and see if she agrees, then you can go for appointments with doctors.

Sleeping in the jeep is not the answer and you know it. It's only a cool-down period and afterwards you can pretend that the problem 'really isn't that bad' or think 'I'd better see how this develops'. Make up a plan in your head for a talk and also for any option you can think of that might be the result of that talk. Up to and including making (mental) preparations on leaving her. If the talk goes wrong you should be able to act on it immediately (this also goes for a good talk btw).

Good luck.

Great advice. And yes, it can indeed be a medical condition. Stuff like that can be fixed, too.

I'm sorry for you, too, Wally. That sucks. 10 years isn't something your throw out of the window just like that.

Gents you can get as good looking as much fun girls that are not depressive.

Ha! True. But depressive girls are often more interesting than normal ones.


Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 21, 2010, 11:43:00 AM
Well I also sometimes have the feeling that the most intelligent people quite often are depressed loners.....than I remind myself that I am a always smiling guy with sun shining out of my ass, AND I am intelligent and interesting and shake that notion off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 21, 2010, 11:56:38 AM
Well I also sometimes have the feeling that the most intelligent people quite often are depressed loners.....

That's the reason I haven't attended the Eurobash so far.


:engel:

(no, not really)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 21, 2010, 11:59:10 AM
 :happy:

so no reason not to come.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 21, 2010, 01:35:03 PM
How do you burn pasta?

Yesterday sucked for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on October 21, 2010, 03:11:28 PM
How do you burn pasta?

Is this related to the Eurobash comment or are you just asking for pointers ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 21, 2010, 03:22:29 PM
I would start by not using water in the pot and work from there. Or you could just straight up put 'em in a skillet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: WallyTWest on October 21, 2010, 04:27:15 PM
You dont add enough water.

Toilet is running again.   :icon_mad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 21, 2010, 04:37:11 PM
How do you burn pasta?

Is this related to the Eurobash comment or are you just asking for pointers ?
I just don't really see how it is possible.

Although I did ruin a pan by putting soup on to cook, then going to play football with my bro and completely forgetting about the soup. So I guess if you just left it for ages...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 21, 2010, 04:38:41 PM
Although I did ruin a pan by putting soup on to cook, then going to play football with my bro and completely forgetting about the soup. So I guess if you just left it for ages...
Be thankful it was soup. If it had been something oily you would propably have come back to see the fire department in action.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 21, 2010, 04:42:37 PM
My wife's been sick for 6 weeks in a row now. 3 urine tests, blood tests, a pregnancy test and 2 types of antibiotics later and they still don't know what it is and it sure isn't gone! Time for a sonogram next I believe, x-ray otherwise........god I hope it turns out to be nothing serious but it seems those chances are getting slimmer.
Kut man. Gewoon kut. Heel veel sterkte en beterschap, ik zal voor jullie duimen.

@Wally: good luck man. I hope it all works out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 21, 2010, 05:13:51 PM
Although I did ruin a pan by putting soup on to cook, then going to play football with my bro and completely forgetting about the soup. So I guess if you just left it for ages...
Be thankful it was soup. If it had been something oily you would propably have come back to see the fire department in action.
It was my parents house too.

Burning my inheritance would have been a tragedt
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on October 21, 2010, 06:29:50 PM
And then when you send them off to a home you can go party on the ashes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 22, 2010, 02:51:34 AM
Burning my inheritance would have been a tragedt

No money and no education? You would have been doomed!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 22, 2010, 02:06:59 PM
Burning my inheritance would have been a tragedt

No money and no education too lazy to spellcheck? You would have been doomed!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 22, 2010, 02:10:45 PM
FFH, what happened? Post the story when you know it!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 22, 2010, 02:10:51 PM
damn, I have been at my girlfriend's place all week study for mid terms and doing papers.  Apparently back at my place there was some sort of indecent and now one of my roomates has been forcefully kicked out by the land lord.  I have no idea what happened.

seriously what the hell is going on this semester, been drama bombs dropping since the start!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 22, 2010, 02:19:54 PM
FFH, what happened? Post the story when you know it!
:engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 22, 2010, 02:20:36 PM
damn, I have been at my girlfriend's place all week study for mid terms and doing papers.  Apparently back at my place there was some sort of indecent and now one of my roomates has been forcefully kicked out by the land lord.  I have no idea what happened.

seriously what the hell is going on this semester, been drama bombs dropping since the start!

It's Dramageddon!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on October 22, 2010, 03:58:30 PM
seriously what the hell is going on this semester, been drama bombs dropping since the start!

It's Dramageddon!

Awesome!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 23, 2010, 05:50:02 AM
It's Friday night, there are 3 big parties on campus, everyone is out having fun except me because I have an essay due tomorrow.

Oh, and this all reminded me of my grandfather somehow, so now I'm about to cry in the middle of the library while trying to finish this essay. I hate life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 23, 2010, 06:32:29 AM
Oh, and this all reminded me of my grandfather somehow, so now I'm about to cry in the middle of the library while trying to finish this essay. I hate life.

This might not make you feel better, but I still randomly tear up thinking about my grandfather who died, and my little brother who died 17 years ago. It get's easier, but I'm not sure it ever gets any better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 23, 2010, 11:27:53 AM
It's Friday night, there are 3 big parties on campus, everyone is out having fun except me because I have an essay due tomorrow.
Which is why planning your work is important.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on October 23, 2010, 01:54:51 PM
It's Friday night, there are 3 big parties on campus, everyone is out having fun except me because I have an essay due tomorrow.

Oh, and this all reminded me of my grandfather somehow, so now I'm about to cry in the middle of the library while trying to finish this essay. I hate life.

 You need to just go out and  break something!!  Your feel better ! 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on October 23, 2010, 02:00:31 PM
Yeh, like little models of female dwarfs.

Allways works for me. :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Badwolf on October 23, 2010, 02:06:02 PM
UK govt spending review - 500,000 civil service jobs to be axed. The MoD has 85,000 civilian employees of which 35,000 will be made redundant.

What do I do for a living? I'm an MoD civil servant. I'm screwed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 23, 2010, 02:08:23 PM
Do you know you're among those to be axed for a certainty or do you just fear you might be? If it is the former, that sucks man. If it is the latter I'm pressing all available thumbs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Badwolf on October 23, 2010, 02:23:55 PM
Cheers. I probably won't know for a few months jet. At the moment all they seem have done is give us a number and a vague idea of where most of the cuts will take place. I'm a civilian instructor (teacher) for the RN and as there are fewer and fewer lads coming through for training courses and they have completely stopped recruiting for the next 8 months or so, things look a bit grim.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on October 23, 2010, 04:36:39 PM
Sorry to hear that Badwolf.

But you got a 10/17 chance of keeping your job.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 23, 2010, 05:57:09 PM
It's Friday night, there are 3 big parties on campus, everyone is out having fun except me because I have an essay due tomorrow.
Which is why planning your work is important.

Um, I did. I got an extension because it was originally due Wednesday (the day we got back from break), and for obvious reasons I didn't work on it over break.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 24, 2010, 10:16:08 PM
Looks like my graphics card just died. That sucks bigtime. Now I connected my ancient computer so I at least have internet... and the worst thing of all: today is the last day of my three weeks off. Back to work tomorrow. Which, incidentally, also means that I don't have the time to just go and buy a new one right away...
 :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 25, 2010, 08:48:43 AM
@Aldaris: Your graphics card dying is probably just another side effect of Steam.

*Ducks and covers*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 25, 2010, 08:50:28 AM
Gentlemen a moment of silence im memory of our fallen comrades  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 25, 2010, 12:25:01 PM
Haha.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 25, 2010, 03:05:25 PM
@Aldaris: Your graphics card dying is probably just another side effect of Steam.

*Ducks and covers*
:icon_lol:

My hands are destoryed, did not have proper sailing gloves past weekend. Wet sheets + bare hands = pain.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on October 25, 2010, 03:10:22 PM
Not that much.

Well, if you've not got that layer of dead skin on them I guess it will.

If you do it again for a 10 days or so they'll get them. Then it doesn't hurt.







Cue evil laughter: mwahahahahahahahah
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 25, 2010, 03:41:08 PM
Yeah, I know about the getting used to them. Gymnastics practice is starting again for me, so in a while I won't feel them anymore. The wind was a little hard to not get blisters and the like though- 24 knots basic with gusts up to 38 knots. :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red bull on October 25, 2010, 03:54:37 PM
Nice, F6 gusting F7.

The strongest I've ever been out in was F8 gusting F9.

It was in a yacht in Corsica. We went out of the port, battled with the sea for a 15 minutes before turning around and heading back.
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Post by: Obi on October 25, 2010, 03:57:33 PM
Smart move :icon_lol:

Doing an abandon ship is never fun :wink:
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Post by: t12161991 on October 25, 2010, 05:45:24 PM
I jumped out of bed this morning (it's lofted), went to the shower, turned it on and the next thing I know I'm on the floor with a 5-inch gash in the back of my head. I've spent the last 5 hours in the ER. Fun.
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Post by: jlutin on October 25, 2010, 05:48:33 PM
Backstab and evade is a bitch.   :evil:

Take care man.  ER's always suck.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 25, 2010, 05:48:51 PM
Did you slip and fall or did the shower come down on you?

I hope you have no serious damage out of that accident.
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Post by: t12161991 on October 25, 2010, 05:55:29 PM
They think I fainted. If you're lying down too long (sleeping...) or standing up too long you can faint. Apparently it's fairly common. I've got the aforementioned gash and a slight concussion. My head was about two inches away from the shower across from me, which has a metal rim thing on it. Now that would have been really fun.
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Post by: Gneisenau on October 25, 2010, 05:56:57 PM
That will teach you to sleep at Bates Motel!


Seriously though, hope you get better soon.
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Post by: red bull on October 25, 2010, 06:22:14 PM
I jumped out of bed this morning (it's lofted), went to the shower, turned it on and the next thing I know I'm on the floor with a 5-inch gash in the back of my head. I've spent the last 5 hours in the ER. Fun.

Ouch. I fell on tiles once and did a similar thing only I cracked my skull too. Aparently you could see my skull.

Believe me I know how you feel. 7 hours isn't bad for the NHS either. Assuming you went to the NHS.
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Post by: Finlay on October 25, 2010, 07:13:23 PM
I jumped out of bed this morning (it's lofted), went to the shower, turned it on and the next thing I know I'm on the floor with a 5-inch gash in the back of my head. I've spent the last 5 hours in the ER. Fun.

Ouch. I fell on tiles once and did a similar thing only I cracked my skull too. Aparently you could see my skull.

Believe me I know how you feel. % hours isn't bad for the NHS either. Assuming you went to the NHS.
He's american
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Post by: patsy02 on October 26, 2010, 01:52:19 AM
I'm in love!
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Post by: t12161991 on October 26, 2010, 01:54:42 AM
If I'd had a more serious concussion they would have kept me overnight for observation.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on October 26, 2010, 02:35:46 AM
I'm in love!

You're not capable.
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Post by: Warlord on October 26, 2010, 04:16:00 AM
I jumped out of bed this morning (it's lofted), went to the shower, turned it on and the next thing I know I'm on the floor with a 5-inch gash in the back of my head. I've spent the last 5 hours in the ER. Fun.

Ouch.

My friend slipped in the shower and got a big cut in his back (he broke those ceramic soap holder things on the wall) and had to be taken to the ER. That was about 10 years ago. He still give him shit because it was his sister who came in and found him naked on the ground...
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Post by: patsy02 on October 26, 2010, 05:07:17 PM
I'm in love!

You're not capable.
You're just jealous.
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Post by: Obi on October 26, 2010, 05:13:20 PM
Ouch, t, ouch. You just don't seem to grab any luck these days, do you?
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Post by: t12161991 on October 26, 2010, 05:29:32 PM
I know, right?
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Post by: patsy02 on October 26, 2010, 06:30:20 PM
Is your shower in a bathtub? Those things are lethal.
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Post by: red bull on October 26, 2010, 08:26:39 PM
I jumped out of bed this morning (it's lofted), went to the shower, turned it on and the next thing I know I'm on the floor with a 5-inch gash in the back of my head. I've spent the last 5 hours in the ER. Fun.

Ouch. I fell on tiles once and did a similar thing only I cracked my skull too. Aparently you could see my skull.

Believe me I know how you feel. % hours isn't bad for the NHS either. Assuming you went to the NHS.
He's american

Actually I'm half Belgian and half Geordie and I live in London, so you're quite far out.

I'm in love!

Wrong thread.
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Post by: patsy02 on October 26, 2010, 09:02:25 PM
No, it's the right thread.
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Post by: t12161991 on October 26, 2010, 09:57:56 PM
RB, he meant that I'm American.
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Post by: Finlay on October 26, 2010, 10:35:15 PM
I jumped out of bed this morning (it's lofted), went to the shower, turned it on and the next thing I know I'm on the floor with a 5-inch gash in the back of my head. I've spent the last 5 hours in the ER. Fun.

Ouch. I fell on tiles once and did a similar thing only I cracked my skull too. Aparently you could see my skull.

Believe me I know how you feel. % hours isn't bad for the NHS either. Assuming you went to the NHS.
He's american

Actually I'm half Belgian and half Geordie and I live in London, so you're quite far out.

I'm in love!

Wrong thread.

You said "assuming he used the NHS" and I said that he wouldnt have used the NHS because he is American
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Post by: Warlord on October 27, 2010, 03:48:44 AM
Is your shower in a bathtub? Those things are lethal.

Thats definitely what Final Destination 1 taught me.
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Post by: red bull on October 27, 2010, 08:31:35 AM
Ok Finlay, that makes more sense.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 27, 2010, 11:01:38 AM
In red bull's defense, t#'s is barely American.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 27, 2010, 12:06:58 PM
Yes he doesn´t even think Europe is one country somewhere else and that people there have no electricity or industry.
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Post by: t12161991 on October 27, 2010, 03:23:08 PM
I still maintain you have weekly jousting tournaments however...
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Post by: Midaski on October 27, 2010, 03:25:15 PM
I still maintain you have weekly jousting tournaments however...

Well Fandir and Weib used to have regular 'jousting' but I hear it's down to monthly now .......... and Fandir's lance is a bit rubbery ..........  :engel:
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 27, 2010, 03:30:39 PM
 :happy:

I don´t play empire any more so no more rubber lance syndrome for me now it is the thrusting lance of the Hoplites. Well and a throwing spear once in a while.
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Post by: Gneisenau on October 27, 2010, 04:44:13 PM
Quick! Somebody make a throwaway dick joke!
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 27, 2010, 05:02:58 PM
You spoiled a perfect run!  :::cheers:::



well on the other hand you said dick

hi hi

hmmm well but as this is the unhappy random thoughts thread....I need more time.
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Post by: Gneisenau on October 27, 2010, 05:28:51 PM
Well, actually...

I don´t play empire any more so no more rubber lance syndrome for me now it is the thrusting lance of the Hoplites. Well and a throwing spear once in a while.

Quick! Somebody make a throwaway dick joke!

But I have to admit it was very obscure. Sorry. :icon_wink:
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 28, 2010, 02:01:39 AM
What, like Bobbit?  :?
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Post by: BAWTRM on October 28, 2010, 08:00:55 AM
Bobbit, the 5th Hobbit that went with the fellowship. But nobody ever mentioned him again when he tried to do that thing to Legolas and he found out that Elves aren't necessarily all girly in their doing...
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Post by: McKnight on October 28, 2010, 10:31:02 AM
My desktop computer wont let me open this site. Wtf
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Post by: Von Breden on October 28, 2010, 11:40:08 PM
It's called TrustPort.
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Post by: Mogsam on October 28, 2010, 11:47:30 PM
I just undercoated 50 hobbits twice, a steam tank and 4 ogres trying to get the minimum amount of colours for saturdays tournament. Even if I do manage to get lots of them base coated there's only two finished models and none of the characters are finished even sculpted!
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Post by: patsy02 on October 29, 2010, 01:03:30 AM
She's taken! Hah! I knew my pessimism was warranted, as usual.  8-)
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Post by: der Hurenwiebel on October 29, 2010, 03:44:21 AM
She's taken! Hah! I knew my pessimism was warranted, as usual.  8-)

well get cultural then.  Go grab her, toss her over your shoulder, and run for the long boat.  Sheesh we have to teach these young vikings Eeeeeeeverything.
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Post by: patsy02 on October 29, 2010, 01:51:15 PM
I'm too gentle to be a viking. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wyng77qFMw0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wyng77qFMw0)
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Post by: Obi on October 29, 2010, 02:42:20 PM
Well, patsy, this might still cheer you up:
http://soundcloud.com/ministryofsound/alex-gaudino-im-in-love-full-vocal-extended
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Post by: patsy02 on October 29, 2010, 04:38:33 PM
That didn't cheer me up at all! Why would really bad music cheer me up?
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Post by: Obi on October 29, 2010, 05:24:03 PM
Because you're patsy. You live in reverse.
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Post by: Finlay on October 29, 2010, 05:26:24 PM
oh my goodness that song sucks
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Post by: patsy02 on October 30, 2010, 02:27:05 AM
Hah, see? I do libe in reverse though.And now I'm inhebriated.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 30, 2010, 05:58:51 AM
Hah, see? I do libe in reverse though.And now I'm inhebriated.

It doesn't show. :engel:
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Post by: Obi on October 30, 2010, 08:14:53 PM
That's why I don't post when I'm drunk. I'm always still aware of the fact that I don't want to make an ass of myself.
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Post by: patsy02 on October 31, 2010, 01:50:49 AM
The quality of my drunk post isn't really much worse than my regular posts, aside from two spelling errors and a punctuation error.
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Post by: Von Breden on October 31, 2010, 02:32:24 AM
That's why I don't post when I'm drunk. I'm always still aware of the fact that I don't want to make an ass of myself.
Then why do you post at all?

;)
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Post by: Obi on October 31, 2010, 08:14:03 PM
Didn't make the team cut... :(
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Post by: red bull on October 31, 2010, 08:48:23 PM
How about reserves?
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Post by: Warlord on November 01, 2010, 02:19:13 AM
Because you're patsy. You live in reverse.

What a great line!
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Post by: Obi on November 01, 2010, 04:36:42 PM
Yeah, I did make reserves. 't Is a small comfort though.
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Post by: t12161991 on November 03, 2010, 08:10:04 AM
I chose a topic for my final research paper, which is worth 55% of my grade, that has dumped me in a little over my head (integrated circuits).


‎"When a polymer-blend phase separates by spinodal decomposition, bicontinuous interconnected patterns emerge and coarsen as the system phase separates."

First sentence from my first source. No idea what it means. At all. I'm screwed.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 03, 2010, 08:46:55 AM
Find a book integrated circuits for dummies??  :engel:
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Post by: t12161991 on November 03, 2010, 08:50:00 AM
Doesn't exist, trust me, I checked.

I am not using the one with equations. Bad enough that I don't know what the words mean, but at least I can guess for those. Equations on the other hand...
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 03, 2010, 09:01:01 AM
Other than that you are smart and will find out a way to solve the problem.
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Post by: Johann Q Peasant on November 05, 2010, 03:53:44 AM
My Oldest Sister is going to the Doctor's office tomorrow, and they think she might have Hashimoto's Thyroiditis.

I'm pretty good at distracting myself from worrying about it...   :icon_confused:
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Post by: Union General on November 05, 2010, 05:32:10 AM
You'll notice I haven't posted too much in the past few months. Given, this is because I'm getting used to studying to become an engineer, and homework has eaten my life. Completely.  :dry:

*sigh*
My depression's back. I can't go a day without having a moment when I just want to sit in a corner and cry my eyes out. On top of that, I've also been having horrible feelings that I will remain alone, unloved, and uncared for for the rest of my life. Combine this with the fact that I'm still greatly fond of a girl who rejected me almost two months ago. Though academics are going astoundingly well, life's pretty much one big train wreck after another.

-The General
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Post by: t12161991 on November 05, 2010, 05:49:53 AM
UG, I hear you there. I've met many great people of the female persuasion here, and without exception they seem to be uninterested, lesbians, or taken.
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Post by: stretch_135 on November 05, 2010, 11:42:48 AM
I failed my final uni unit, so now am looking at a summer of making that unit up. For a degree I should have completed this time last year. Curse web development in all its' forms.
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Post by: Finlay on November 05, 2010, 11:44:17 AM
Johan that sucks. I'm having some family health issues atm, and it's horrible. feeling so helpless. Hope your sister is ok.

tnumbers and UG- you're both so young! I wouldn't worry about being alone and unloved yet.
My first year at uni was a series of weird 2 week long "relationships" with crazy welsh chicks.
And then I met Ellie right at the end of my first year, havent looked back since/
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 05, 2010, 12:10:12 PM
Johann I also wish your sister all there is that either it is something else or that there are ways to treat it.




UG and Tnumbers, you both are very smart and therefore stand out of the pack, in youth it is a curse as you get older it becomes a boon as you will be more successfull and will have a better understanding of the world = more fun in live.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 06, 2010, 06:29:21 PM
I wish medival total war would let you play as the mongols.
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Post by: Dunrik on November 06, 2010, 08:01:57 PM
Moding my friend :wink: Give them a region and move to playble.

Or go to twcenter.net and see if they have a mod for it.
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Post by: t12161991 on November 06, 2010, 08:05:20 PM
They don't, because if screws with parts of the game you can't change.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 06, 2010, 11:48:42 PM
There are mods with playable Mongols. There's mods that let you play as the Pope and rebels too.
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Post by: t12161991 on November 07, 2010, 02:38:45 AM
Yeah, but they make the game very buggy and crashy. As in the twice/three times per hour area. For me at least.
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Post by: kera foehunter on November 07, 2010, 11:48:49 AM
You'll notice I haven't posted too much in the past few months. Given, this is because I'm getting used to studying to become an engineer, and homework has eaten my life. Completely.  :dry:

*sigh*
My depression's back. I can't go a day without having a moment when I just want to sit in a corner and cry my eyes out. On top of that, I've also been having horrible feelings that I will remain alone, unloved, and uncared for for the rest of my life. Combine this with the fact that I'm still greatly fond of a girl who rejected me almost two months ago. Though academics are going astoundingly well, life's pretty much one big train wreck after another.

-The General

 Well sweetie , just because she rejected you don't mean she don't like you !! have you tryed again ??
  And for being Depressed  just go outside and go for a walk !! 
You need to stop thinking your life a train wreck !!! now you Program it in your subconscious mind
That bad !!!
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Post by: Dunrik on November 07, 2010, 12:05:20 PM
Yeah, but they make the game very buggy and crashy. As in the twice/three times per hour area. For me at least.
Unless they used a complete new engine for Teutonic campaign, it should be possible. I haven't tried though. I guess you need to remove the script that makes them an apparent faction as well, though any modders who have tried have probably already done that.
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Post by: t12161991 on November 07, 2010, 05:21:11 PM
Not sure how the Teutonic campaign comes into it...

The reason the pope is buggy is because of the inquisitor mechanic. I forgot precisely why, but that's the main reason. Mongols and Timurids are because they arrive half way through- you can give them territory at the beginning yes, but that screws up all the scripts for events. You basically have to rescript all the events in the game.

So it's possible, but would require too much work to be practical.
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Post by: Dunrik on November 07, 2010, 05:25:15 PM
I was pointing at Teutonic campaign as you can play them there :-P

I have play as the Paple state without any problems... Might just have been me who have been lucky though.
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Post by: t12161991 on November 07, 2010, 06:01:59 PM
As the Mongols/Timurids? No you don't...
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Post by: Dunrik on November 07, 2010, 06:40:12 PM
In Teutonic campaign? Yes, you do. You have Denmark, Norway(you can't play those sadly), HRE, Teutonic knights, Lituenia, Poland, Novgorod and Mongols, or the Golden Horde if you like. And I just noticed as I changed my Stainless Steel mod to late era, that the golden horde is playable from the start.
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Post by: t12161991 on November 07, 2010, 07:47:49 PM
TGH is not in the vanilla install of the Teutonic campaign. The Mongols are marked unplayable. Adding a faction is actually easier than modding an existing one with lots of scripts that you need to account for.
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Post by: Dunrik on November 07, 2010, 07:57:14 PM
You might be right about that, I never really cared for mongols/TGH when I played, but you can still play them in SS late campaign :-P (starts 1220, so you start with the invasion of the Khewarezmian Empire.
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Post by: Union General on November 07, 2010, 08:03:49 PM
You'll notice I haven't posted too much in the past few months. Given, this is because I'm getting used to studying to become an engineer, and homework has eaten my life. Completely.  :dry:

*sigh*
My depression's back. I can't go a day without having a moment when I just want to sit in a corner and cry my eyes out. On top of that, I've also been having horrible feelings that I will remain alone, unloved, and uncared for for the rest of my life. Combine this with the fact that I'm still greatly fond of a girl who rejected me almost two months ago. Though academics are going astoundingly well, life's pretty much one big train wreck after another.

-The General

 Well sweetie , just because she rejected you don't mean she don't like you !! have you tryed again ??
  And for being Depressed  just go outside and go for a walk !! 
You need to stop thinking your life a train wreck !!! now you Program it in your subconscious mind
That bad !!!

It's been nearly two months since she rejected me, and I've been afraid to try again for fear of coming on as creepy or stalker-ish.
Yes, I've sought help. Yes, it's helped to a degree. But I'm still frequently feeling sad and empty. I had my heart destroyed two years ago and I still haven't fully recovered. And now I seriously feel like my overly fragile heart's breaking more and more every day.  :icon_cry:
*throws down forage cap*

-The General
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Post by: kera foehunter on November 07, 2010, 08:19:16 PM
dude !! as far as a creep or stalker  come on ! these are what you precede to think !
2 months , you don't know if she had a bad day or did you make her  feal   awkward  when you ask her !!
 I say give it another chance !   if she didn't spray mase in your face you have a chance !!
i say go for it !!
 What Girl will turn down a Union General
 

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Post by: Finlay on November 07, 2010, 08:36:54 PM
You'll notice I haven't posted too much in the past few months. Given, this is because I'm getting used to studying to become an engineer, and homework has eaten my life. Completely.  :dry:

*sigh*
My depression's back. I can't go a day without having a moment when I just want to sit in a corner and cry my eyes out. On top of that, I've also been having horrible feelings that I will remain alone, unloved, and uncared for for the rest of my life. Combine this with the fact that I'm still greatly fond of a girl who rejected me almost two months ago. Though academics are going astoundingly well, life's pretty much one big train wreck after another.

-The General

 Well sweetie , just because she rejected you don't mean she don't like you !! have you tryed again ??
  And for being Depressed  just go outside and go for a walk !! 
You need to stop thinking your life a train wreck !!! now you Program it in your subconscious mind
That bad !!!

It's been nearly two months since she rejected me, and I've been afraid to try again for fear of coming on as creepy or stalker-ish.
Yes, I've sought help. Yes, it's helped to a degree. But I'm still frequently feeling sad and empty. I had my heart destroyed two years ago and I still haven't fully recovered. And now I seriously feel like my overly fragile heart's breaking more and more every day.  :icon_cry:
*throws down forage cap*

-The General
weren't you 16 two years ago?
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Post by: Union General on November 08, 2010, 03:31:47 AM

weren't you 16 two years ago?

17.
What's truly stayed with me from that incident is how I tend to approach such matters of romantic issues.
*shrug*
Plus, it's that time of year. Generally, toward mid-autumn, I tend to have random depressed moments from time to time. It's just been somewhat more frequent as of recently.

To start a new thread, or not to start a new thread. That is the question...

-The General
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 08, 2010, 09:49:28 AM
Well in a new thread your quite serious issues wouldn´t be interrupted by Mongols or Timurids.

On the other hand delving in this issue perhaps isn´t the best idea, see it this way if you try to get a girl to like you and you fail you are at the same spot you were if you never had tried.

As stated if you start your romantic live a little later it doesn´t have to mean that it stays that way the rest of your live.
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Post by: stretch_135 on November 08, 2010, 09:56:45 AM
I failed yet another unit at uni, which means I now have to make up the credit point in the next four months. That makes for a grand total of three units failed, one of them twice. What the hell. I used to be an A+ student in high school.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 08, 2010, 10:14:47 AM
Yeah but Uni usually takes more personal effort was the same with me I had to start learning from books at home and couldn´t just sit in the classes listen and get an A+.
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Post by: kera foehunter on November 08, 2010, 11:04:50 AM
You don't need a new thread !!
 All you have to do is ask the girl out !
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 08, 2010, 11:11:55 AM
Her or another even better one.
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Post by: jlutin on November 08, 2010, 04:30:49 PM
I failed yet another unit at uni, which means I now have to make up the credit point in the next four months. That makes for a grand total of three units failed, one of them twice. What the hell. I used to be an A+ student in high school.

How many hours a week do you study.  That is not doing homework or assignments, but study?
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Post by: Union General on November 08, 2010, 07:26:48 PM
Her or another even better one.

Well said.  :happy:

-The General
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Post by: t12161991 on November 08, 2010, 08:16:12 PM
I'm actually doing better at college than I did at high school. By a fair margin as well.
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Post by: McKnight on November 08, 2010, 10:46:50 PM
I just wrote a bunch of stuff here and hit the back button on my mouse as i was going to hit the reply button.

to sum up:

General, maybe the girl just isnt interested. Best thing to do is forget her and find a new one. It happens all the time. Oh and winter depression is common.

Stretch, i feel the same way.

My unhappy thoughts: my mock synopsis got shot down by my teacher for not being academic enough. Man i hate writing this dull academic style. It drives me crazy.
Its of no use anyway, its super boring to read, why not just write in everyday language.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 08, 2010, 10:55:48 PM
UG,

I was engaged to be married when I was 18 years old. She left me. I was devastated, and thought I was hopeless and loveless, doomed to a life of solitude because no woman would ever love me. Of course, now I am married to an wonderful woman who puts up with me, and we have the best little boy in the whole world. Long story short: It sucks, but it's not the end of it.

You know that old saying: "Good things come to those who wait"? Love is like that.
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Post by: stretch_135 on November 09, 2010, 10:04:27 AM
I failed yet another unit at uni, which means I now have to make up the credit point in the next four months. That makes for a grand total of three units failed, one of them twice. What the hell. I used to be an A+ student in high school.

How many hours a week do you study.  That is not doing homework or assignments, but study?

Very few, and I don't think I "study" in a really effective manner either. However, this semester was two programming units, which had very hands on assignments. My biggest issue this trimester was trying to take too many things on - uni (even if it was only two subjects), two jobs and a social life. Something had to give. Good news for this trimester: doing one subject, I finish up at one of my jobs in December and I'm definitely cutting back on the social life. So I'll up the amount of study I do. and it should work out...it just might cost me a few job opportunities in the mean time.
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Post by: BAWTRM on November 09, 2010, 12:25:03 PM
Yeah I used to have a lot of social life when I started at Uni as well. me and friends would meet up at the pub every tuesday, thursday and sunday. The expenses meant I had to take all kinds of jobs. Didn't leave much time for studying that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on November 09, 2010, 01:53:31 PM
One huge difference between High School and College.  In college you are expected to show up at the classroom, knowing the material.  This lets you focus on the parts you don't understand and the deeper meaning.  If you show up to class to be taught, you are behind the ball and will never catch up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on November 16, 2010, 10:14:43 AM
I just hate it sometimes when I'm right...

Before summer I was to have my final exams from upper secondary school, but lucky me got sick and lost 2 of the 3 written ones, and strike hindered oral exam. Well, the oral exam weren't the problem, as I got a nice letter explaining that to whoever wondered why I never took that one. The two written ones however... I got my medical certificate saying I was to sick to fulfil both of them, and that I had the right to take them later. Sounds nice and dandy doesn't it? And that was the case with the first of them, which I was allowed to take right before the summer break. I was even allowed to apply to universities on the condition that I would take the last one as soon as possible. Now, if we ignore the fact that my upper secondary school never managed to send a letter confirming my sickness to the applying agents before it almost went to hell(they did after I told them...), it went fine . Well, until today that is.

I have 3 university exams, November 26., and December 2. and 8. Today I was informed what and which exam I was going to take up again from my upper secondary school. Guess the date... Yeah, you guess right. December 2. So yes, I'm kinda screwed right now... :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 16, 2010, 10:33:45 AM
 :|

Can't you postpone one of the exams as you have written evidence that those two are on the same day?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on November 16, 2010, 10:55:30 AM
If I postpone that one from upper secondary school I will be thrown out of the university and I will get a different kind of diploma. At least the administration there will take it up on a meeting today with the one responsible for it. I went to the information desk/admin desk at the uni to ask if they knew something I/they could do, or send me to someone who did know, and the only reply I got was that if I wanted to postpone it I should have done so before November 1. and that I am now screwed. I can not show up to it, and take it next year, but that opens another wormhole...

Though I'm going to yell and swear at them until they fix the problem *grumble*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 16, 2010, 11:10:33 AM
Though I'm going to yell and swear at them until they fix the problem *grumble*

Don't. Be insistent, but always polite. Yelling and swearing makes people shut down their "nice and cooperative" centers and boot up the "I'll show that little asshole" routine.

Never lose your cool. Suggest solutions. Ask to speak to superiors if all else fails. But always nice and polite.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on November 16, 2010, 11:30:49 AM
Though I'm going to yell and swear at them until they fix the problem *grumble*

Don't. Be insistent, but always polite. Yelling and swearing makes people shut down their "nice and cooperative" centers and boot up the "I'll show that little asshole" routine.

Never lose your cool. Suggest solutions. Ask to speak to superiors if all else fails. But always nice and polite.
Don't worry, I'm not that crazy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 16, 2010, 04:28:15 PM
Dora! Marten! NO!  :ph34r:

http://www.questionablecontent.net/view.php?comic=1797 (http://www.questionablecontent.net/view.php?comic=1797)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on November 16, 2010, 04:31:03 PM
Dora! Marten! NO!  :ph34r:

http://www.questionablecontent.net/view.php?comic=1797 (http://www.questionablecontent.net/view.php?comic=1797)
Indeed! :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 17, 2010, 12:17:23 AM
Yay! It was time for some drama :)

I'm more concerned that you didn't post the xkcd on here...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Von Breden on November 17, 2010, 01:22:43 AM
But Obi! They're Marten and Dora! :o
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 17, 2010, 10:22:11 AM
But Obi! They're Marten and Dora! :o
Looks more like Marten and Faye now.

:engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 17, 2010, 10:24:23 AM
Should I know what you guys are talking about?  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 17, 2010, 10:30:15 AM
Yes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 17, 2010, 09:14:34 PM
But Obi! They're Marten and Dora! :o
Looks more like Marten and Faye now.

:engel:
Faye is with Angus
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 18, 2010, 08:26:39 AM
After reading this morning's strip of QC I am sad. :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 18, 2010, 08:29:05 AM
looks pretty boring and generic to me.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 18, 2010, 11:54:49 AM
But Obi! They're Marten and Dora! :o
Looks more like Marten and Faye now.

:engel:
Faye is with Angus
Emergency Booze + emotional breakdown = sloppy makeouts.

In any case, it's a shame. But it was about to happen.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 22, 2010, 10:57:39 PM
my ex-girlfriend who I remained friends with after the break up, she got married (yay) was told she couldnt get pregnant-got pregnant (yay) and now just miscarried. boo!
 :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 23, 2010, 07:41:05 AM
That's rough. It's a weird statistic, and I would not quote it to the unfortunate parents, but when you miscarry it actually increases your chances of a successful pregnancy in the future. Kinda like a practice run for her ovaries, if that's not too insensitive an analogy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on November 23, 2010, 07:44:05 AM
10 weeks and my wife is still sick with no diagnosis. Her next appointment is with a gyneacologist (I swear they're only guessing by sending her there, it was probably 50-50 between that and an urologist, simply going from those being the 2 most important areas in the lower abdomen for women) but it's only on december the 6th.

Right now there's another sample of urine at a lab. I'm actually somewhat hoping they'll find something bad so things will be sped up. :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 23, 2010, 08:19:40 AM
Oh shit dude. I hope the doctors will figure it out. Try to enjoy Sinterklaas as much as you two can ;)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on November 23, 2010, 10:10:09 AM
Not as bad as anyone else's problems... but i dont have any hot water :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 23, 2010, 10:23:25 AM
Unless you have electric heating that is a pretty serious problem in winter...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on November 23, 2010, 10:36:03 AM
Oh the heating is another system and works.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 23, 2010, 12:31:20 PM
Not as bad as anyone else's problems... but i dont have any hot water :dry:

This happened to me when my water heater went out. Cold showers are no fun. I had to install a new one on my own, and surprise, surprise, I was not aware of the minutia of water heater code and missed a couple things that really don't matter, but that I will have to fix before I sell the house.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 23, 2010, 12:32:40 PM
Also, Faye is a good friend.

And damn you all for making me read through all 1800 strips after you whined about Dora and Marten. I was blissfully unaware of QC until you brought it up, and spent three straight work days reading it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 23, 2010, 01:59:28 PM
That's rough. It's a weird statistic, and I would not quote it to the unfortunate parents, but when you miscarry it actually increases your chances of a successful pregnancy in the future. Kinda like a practice run for her ovaries, if that's not too insensitive an analogy.
I thought miscarrying increased your chances of miscarrying?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 23, 2010, 02:35:33 PM
That's rough. It's a weird statistic, and I would not quote it to the unfortunate parents, but when you miscarry it actually increases your chances of a successful pregnancy in the future. Kinda like a practice run for her ovaries, if that's not too insensitive an analogy.
I thought miscarrying increased your chances of miscarrying?

Only if you get pregnant again right away. If you wait a few months your cervix is more open (or her cervix, as the case may be) and your body is less likely to reject the egg. At least, that is what I heard. I'm no doctor, of course, so everything I just wrote could be total BS.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: WallyTWest on November 23, 2010, 02:54:10 PM
I put my dog down this morning.
I am unemployed.
I sold my AH stuff on Friday and regret it.

Worst Month/Year Ever; I hate this thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 23, 2010, 04:10:06 PM
Why are you unemployed? Don´t you find a job or don´t you know what you want to do? Or both?

I hope things get better for you soonish.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 23, 2010, 04:11:48 PM
That's rough. It's a weird statistic, and I would not quote it to the unfortunate parents, but when you miscarry it actually increases your chances of a successful pregnancy in the future. Kinda like a practice run for her ovaries, if that's not too insensitive an analogy.
I thought miscarrying increased your chances of miscarrying?

Only if you get pregnant again right away. If you wait a few months your cervix is more open (or her cervix, as the case may be) and your body is less likely to reject the egg. At least, that is what I heard. I'm no doctor, of course, so everything I just wrote could be total BS.
I am pretty sure that miscarrying increases your chances of miscarrying again.

This is for % chance of miscarriage.

First pregnancy    5%
Last pregnancy terminated    6%
Last pregnancy a live birth    5%
All pregnancies live births    4%
1 previous miscarriage    20%
2 previous miscarriages    28%
3 previous miscarriages    43%
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 23, 2010, 05:40:58 PM
Well then I was wrong. My bad. The fact that I don't know what I am talking about is an assumed caveat in all my posts.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 23, 2010, 05:46:17 PM
Hence the need for your deletion.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 23, 2010, 05:49:57 PM
Hence the need for your deletion.

I have never argued against this.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 23, 2010, 09:31:12 PM
my mother miscarried her first kid then had 3 kids right after that without complications.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 23, 2010, 09:56:42 PM
my mother miscarried her first kid then had 3 kids right after that without complications.

You being the first ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 23, 2010, 10:15:12 PM
my mother miscarried her first kid then had 3 kids right after that without complications.
As far as I am aware, a pretty large % of pregnancies end in miscarriage.

But obviously having a miscarriage doesn't mean you will never have more kids.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on November 23, 2010, 10:48:49 PM
my mother miscarried her first kid then had 3 kids right after that without complications.

You being the first ?

 Now that's mean!!


 Miscarriage is due to the mother health ! if the Mother body since something is wrong with the baby her body aborts it..
Also back in the day  If food was hard to find the body of the woman would knows she could not support a new life 
she would miscarriage !!
it all about the mother heath that  MOSTLY decide  if the child is carried to full term  !!
not just Random numbers of miscarrages
 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 23, 2010, 11:03:36 PM
my mother miscarried her first kid then had 3 kids right after that without complications.

You being the first ?

 Now that's mean!!


 Miscarriage is due to the mother health ! if the Mother body since something is wrong with the baby her body aborts it..
Also back in the day  If food was hard to find the body of the woman would knows she could not support a new life 
she would miscarriage !!
it all about the mother heath that  MOSTLY decide  if the child is carried to full term  !!
not just Random numbers of miscarrages
not just health, chance is a great part of it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on November 24, 2010, 10:12:56 PM
Chance ???
 that's like a roll of a dice , A spin of a wheel ,a song and a pray   
 There a chance that girl may go out  you .
 that type of chance
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 24, 2010, 10:17:47 PM
yes.
There is a chance the embryo wont implant properly.
There is a chance the mother slips while walking down the stairs.
etc etc
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johedl on November 24, 2010, 10:46:30 PM
yes.
There is a chance the embryo wont implant properly.
There is a chance the mother slips while walking down the stairs.
etc etc

I think must people would say it is a risk the embryo wont implant properly.
There is a risk the mother slips while walking down the stairs.
etc etc

Or perhaps that is just me.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 24, 2010, 11:35:56 PM
I don't see how the two terms are mutually exclusive?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 25, 2010, 05:53:32 AM
Risk can be planned for and avoided. There's a risk the mother could fall down stairs, but she can alleviate that risk by not dancing on marbles at the top of a staircase.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on November 25, 2010, 10:44:13 AM
Well you can plain not to get pregnant too!! then all those risk  don't apply :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 25, 2010, 10:48:06 AM
except no contraception is 100%...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 25, 2010, 11:16:43 AM
except no contraception is 100%...
Exactly.

Risk can be planned for and avoided. There's a risk the mother could fall down stairs, but she can alleviate that risk by not dancing on marbles at the top of a staircase.
Fair enough, but how does this apply to the embryo not implanting properly?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 25, 2010, 11:27:36 AM
plus, what about people who are trying for kids.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on November 25, 2010, 11:30:18 AM
well they  have laws agents that !!!! you have to be 18  for that or you go to jail
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 25, 2010, 12:18:25 PM
well have laws agents that !!!! you have to be 18 or you go to jail
I'm sorry, what do you mean?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 25, 2010, 12:35:49 PM
I think she means you should have to be 18 to have a kid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on November 25, 2010, 12:58:37 PM
 I'm sorry !! thanks Finlay My hero
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on November 25, 2010, 01:01:56 PM
Actually, I think she's putting a spin on your people 'trying for kids' with a whole different meaning. :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 25, 2010, 01:06:54 PM
I think she means you should have to be 18 to have a kid.

White Trash is doomed!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 25, 2010, 02:00:17 PM
you should definitely need a license to have kids! but ofcourse impossible to control.

and dogs. which wouldnt be impossible to control
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 26, 2010, 11:26:45 AM
Right. Well, I agree with kera and you there (finners)!

It also reminds me the "Teen Mom" show by MTV. After one year of having a kid @ 16, one of the girls gets pregnant again.

WTF?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Novogord on November 27, 2010, 09:13:58 AM
Obi, that happened to one of the teenage moms from Tiener Moeders in Belgium. And one of them was only 14! 14!

I was playing with lego at that age! :blush:

And that the GW manager of my local GW shop laughed with my Squats (the original ones).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 27, 2010, 10:15:31 AM
And one of them was only 14! 14!

I was playing with lego at that age! :blush:
I am twice 14 plus 1 and I still play with Legos. Legos rule.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Novogord on November 28, 2010, 02:16:54 PM
And one of them was only 14! 14!

I was playing with lego at that age! :blush:
I am twice 14 plus 1 and I still play with Legos. Legos rule.
Indeed, and I'm glad that the lego is back on track with their newer sets.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 28, 2010, 02:38:02 PM
I MISSED THE REINDEER AGAIN. EVERY YEAR!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mogsam on November 28, 2010, 07:29:39 PM
Do you have firemen come around with reindeer? We used too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 28, 2010, 08:01:47 PM
No Firemen with reindeer.

Silly crowds, literally thousands of people in my small town.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on November 28, 2010, 08:19:07 PM
No Firemen with reindeer.

Silly crowds, literally thousands of people in my small town.

Watch Outsourced up to the 3min mark.  It puts our Black Friday "riots" in perspective.

I also love the... "Does anyone know what Black Friday is?"  "Martin Luther King's Birthday?"  ;)

http://www.televisionwithoutpity.com/hulu/show.php?title=3217
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on November 28, 2010, 08:44:19 PM
No Firemen with reindeer.

Silly crowds, literally thousands of people in my small town.

Watch Outsourced up to the 3min mark.  It puts our Black Friday "riots" in perspective.

I also love the... "Does anyone know what Black Friday is?" 

 Y E S  !!!!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 28, 2010, 09:27:18 PM
my mother miscarried her first kid then had 3 kids right after that without complications.

You being the first ?
haha nah I have 1 living older sister and one living younger brother.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on December 01, 2010, 02:54:43 PM
Just got an email from my boss saying that he is stopping at work...

Bah.. He was the best boss I ever had.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 09, 2010, 11:46:29 PM
I don't know if everyone remembers the dog we rescued a while back? His name was Buddy and he died today. Eurlichia or however it is spelled. Hopefully we made him happy, and gave him his first real home. We only had him for a short time, but he was the sweetest dog ever and we'll miss him a lot.

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs402.snc4/46483_446592922148_507327148_5250410_581109_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 10, 2010, 12:30:52 AM
Very sad, but at least he knew some happiness before he went.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on December 10, 2010, 01:44:31 AM
I'm very sorry to hear that, Cannon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on December 10, 2010, 04:32:17 AM
Cannon,

You did your best for the dog, and you made it feel loved.  My sympathies to you for the loss of your dog, and my hats off to you for what you did for it.  My sister works at an Animal Hospital, and the stories I hear of neglect are horrific.  I'm glad some people out their care for animals.

johann
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 10, 2010, 08:13:35 AM
I'm so sorry Cannon. To see such a dog go after all your (plural) efforts is really a shame.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 10, 2010, 09:15:05 AM
So sorry !!  i feel for you as to and your wife try to explain the loss to  the children
 now this is real hard
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 10, 2010, 09:17:34 AM
What's bad is that we taught our 2 year old to call the dog, so whenever he says: "Comeer Buddeee" And clicks his little tongue, it breaks our hearts all over again. Of course, he does not understand that the dog is gone. Fortunately, he won't be heartbroken over it either.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on December 10, 2010, 10:09:25 AM
I'm very sorry to hear that Cannon. The world is a cruel place at best. At least he had a great home and a great family that loved him. What you did for him was amazin. May his memory live on forever.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: cisse on December 10, 2010, 11:30:15 AM
Sorry to hear it Cannon, my sympathies. One of my nephews also just lost his dog, which his girlfriend found in a dustbin on the street - a real street dog. He was 19 yrs old though, so he had a long (and full) life

And damn you all for making me read through all 1800 strips after you whined about Dora and Marten. I was blissfully unaware of QC until you brought it up, and spent three straight work days reading it.
This. Damn you all!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 10, 2010, 01:20:01 PM
And damn you all for making me read through all 1800 strips after you whined about Dora and Marten. I was blissfully unaware of QC until you brought it up, and spent three straight work days reading it.
This. Damn you all!
Well, have you two read xkcd? I'm sure you have. In any case, drmcninja is more awesomer than any other webcomic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 10, 2010, 01:34:50 PM
And damn you all for making me read through all 1800 strips after you whined about Dora and Marten. I was blissfully unaware of QC until you brought it up, and spent three straight work days reading it.
This. Damn you all!
Well, have you two read xkcd? I'm sure you have. In any case, drmcninja is more awesomer than any other webcomic.

Yes, and being the mathdicapped man that I am, I do not always get the jokes, but usually I do.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 10, 2010, 02:00:03 PM
Well, then I guess it's time to start reading drmcninja. It has ninjas, pirates, zombies, vampires and a revolver wielding kid (with a moustache) on a velociraptor. Also space wars.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 10, 2010, 02:10:42 PM
 :unsure:

I dislike that one too I demand a monthy python web comic
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 10, 2010, 02:12:06 PM
and dr. mcninja takes place in my home province of maryland.


And damn you all for making me read through all 1800 strips after you whined about Dora and Marten. I was blissfully unaware of QC until you brought it up, and spent three straight work days reading it.
This. Damn you all!

yeah honestly thats how I got hooked...except it was a link from TurnSignalonaLandraider before it went under.  I enjoyed QC so much that I joined the forums which by far is the most chaotically fun forum ive been on.  WH empire on the other hand is the most orderly fun forum ive been on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 13, 2010, 10:01:03 AM
Bio-anthropology exam at 8am (its currently 5am)

and English final due by 1:30pm, and I dont think I am going to pass my english class, and I am already under academic probation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 13, 2010, 01:22:22 PM
Finally all the snow (ice) had melted and now it starts snowing again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on December 15, 2010, 11:45:41 PM
Apparently "i hope so" is the wrong answer to being asked "will you still love me when I'm 72"

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 15, 2010, 11:49:53 PM
Yes. It is.

"Yes" is the right one.

The truth is not often a good answer in relationships.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on December 15, 2010, 11:52:14 PM
The truth is not often a good answer in relationships.

Amen, brother.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on December 16, 2010, 12:03:30 AM
Still being alive at 72 would be pretty good going.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 16, 2010, 05:13:45 AM
The correct answer is: "Depends"

Because at 72, she'll probably need them.

www.instantrimshot.com (http://www.instantrimshot.com)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 16, 2010, 08:37:01 AM
Or you could say I love you till you turn 70 after that everything will fall to pieces because of the bills of the viagra.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on December 16, 2010, 11:49:15 AM
Women tend to live longer than men anyway.

So in a purely hypothetical situation if you are a woman of 70 married to a man of 62 or 63 then you might find he's still alive to still love you at that age.

Of course that depends on how much you've worn him out over the years with excessive demands ... and how much Viagra he's been forced to take .........

  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on December 16, 2010, 11:51:42 AM
And how much Viagra he's been forced to take .........

Forced?  :icon_confused:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on December 17, 2010, 07:15:50 AM
Stomach flu with the whole family isn't really quality time....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on December 22, 2010, 09:43:57 PM
So, due to scoring a full time IT job next year, I'm leaving the piano teaching job I've held for the last 18 months. My boss organised a replacement for me, who I met a couple of weeks ago - she came and sat in on a couple of classes and kind of got a feel for how I was running things so she wouldn't be starting blind next year. She's cute, smart and we got along really well. So I figured I'd take a shot and ask her out at the Christmas party/leaving party, which I figured would be the last time I saw her.

Great plan. 'Til she showed up with the boyfriend she'd failed to mention.

FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU.................

Somehow, during the course of the conversation last night, it turned out her boyfriend is going away for NYE, and she didn't have anything to do. So, in some moment of dim-witted reactionary whatever, I managed to invite her to the NYE party at my mates place, breaking two of my standing rules. I fail to see how this isn't totally going to totally blow up in my face.

FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU..........
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on December 23, 2010, 02:30:52 AM
Quote
Apparently "i hope so" is the wrong answer to being asked "will you still love me when I'm 72"
If it ends because of that you're probably better off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 23, 2010, 05:30:41 PM
breaking two of my standing rules. I fail to see how this isn't totally going to totally blow up in my face.
Being?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 23, 2010, 05:57:15 PM
I'm guessing "She isn't single" and "Public place with people who know both parties and thus gossip" or something.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on December 24, 2010, 06:22:00 AM
I swear I replied to this like 8 hours ago. Anyway:

Stretch's ground rules:

1. No smokers. (I'm rarely flexible with this one, but in this case she's an ex-smoker, so it's irrelevant anyway).
2. No attached women (definitely breaking this one).
3. Don't try too hard (breaking this one because I'm waaaaaaay overthinking this).

So yes. Am I being an idiot? Probably. Am I going to hang on for the hell of it and enjoy the ride? Probably.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 24, 2010, 07:51:10 AM
Don't expect any sympathy after.  :-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 24, 2010, 09:10:55 AM
I swear I replied to this like 8 hours ago.

This happened to me too. I had a sweet post detailing tree house rules about no girls allowed, and how cooties would destroy America, but it apparently did not make it, and I'm far too lazy to retype stuff that I already laughed at in my head.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on December 29, 2010, 08:52:10 AM
Crisis averted; she's going down the coast with the possibly-I-have-no-idea-if-he-actually-is-her-bf dude. And the other girl I've kinda got a thing going with is going to be in Miami for NYE. So I'm rapidly coming to the conclusion that this party is going to be a massive c*ckfest. Buh-bow.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 29, 2010, 10:09:53 AM
Crisis averted; she's going down the coast with the possibly-I-have-no-idea-if-he-actually-is-her-bf dude. And the other girl I've kinda got a thing going with is going to be in Miami for NYE. So I'm rapidly coming to the conclusion that this party is going to be a massive c*ckfest. Buh-bow.

I like Bratwurst.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 29, 2010, 10:40:53 PM
And how much Viagra he's been forced to take .........

Forced?  :icon_confused:

  Well Viagra only work a couple of times !! then the man turn into a big prick  :biggriin: :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 03, 2011, 10:28:36 AM
The Tron: Legacy soundtrack is crap.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 03, 2011, 10:30:25 AM
You're dissing Daft Punk.

You have to die, you and your blond curly locks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 03, 2011, 10:30:41 AM
  Well Viagra only work a couple of times !! then the man turn into a big prick 

Kera, I think you are nuts.

:::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 03, 2011, 10:31:34 AM
You're dissing Daft Punk.

You have to die, you and your blond curly locks.
Have you listened to that soundtrack? It's cool in the movie, but not as an actual album.

Also, they're French.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 03, 2011, 10:33:44 AM
I forgive them their being French, but I can never forgive you!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 03, 2011, 10:39:04 AM
I forgive them their being French, but I can never forgive you!
Sure you can.

Anyway, homework was meh too.

:wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 03, 2011, 10:50:17 AM
Okay, the 'Derezzed' track is awesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on January 03, 2011, 06:10:52 PM
Brake problems with my car.  Thankfully I'm home and having it towed to my mechanic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 03, 2011, 06:18:40 PM
:icon_eek:

Brake problems are top on the list of "things you do not want your car to have".

I'm glad you didn't get injured.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on January 03, 2011, 06:30:23 PM
Oddly, I had a dream a couple of days ago where I was slamming on my brakes and they weren't responding.  I go to check my fluids yesterday, as I've recently noticed spots under my car.  Brake fluid completely empty, parking break non responsive and brakes offering little resistance today at all.  I'm just glad I didn't ignore the spots.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 03, 2011, 06:33:04 PM
I used to have that one a lot.

The recurring one was when stop lights go red, everyone slows down and stops, but my car just keeps going and hits the one in front.

My first car had awful brakes.  :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on January 03, 2011, 06:34:58 PM
That was pretty much the dream.  I hadn't had a dream like that since I first started driving, at least that I can remember.  I also used to dream that I couldn't stop at gas stations, and my car would bounce off of the refueling stations.  And then my car would also be stuck with the accelerator down, so I'd bounce off and ram back into it, like a bumper car.  No explosions though.  Freaky mind games.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 04, 2011, 06:04:23 AM
when is murder okay?  Like if I wanted to murder someone, what mitigating circumstances would absolve me?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 04, 2011, 06:17:26 AM
when is murder okay?  Like if I wanted to murder someone, what mitigating circumstances would absolve me?
Mental health problems. Why? The hydrogen and oxide did not bond immediately, but exploded first?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on January 04, 2011, 06:57:22 AM
when is murder okay?  Like if I wanted to murder someone, what mitigating circumstances would absolve me?

Serious mental problems, as you're clearly premeditating, just by posting on this forum. :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 04, 2011, 09:00:14 AM
when is murder okay?  Like if I wanted to murder someone, what mitigating circumstances would absolve me?

So it finally turned out that your girlfriend just wanted to know what would happen if she proposed a threesome and you gave the wrong answer, an enthusiastic 'Oh yes, I have been dreaming about it since I met you'?  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 04, 2011, 09:03:08 AM
Or he just wants to kill someone who really deserves it....like killing obi for dizzing daft punk.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 04, 2011, 06:09:22 PM
when is murder okay?  Like if I wanted to murder someone, what mitigating circumstances would absolve me?
Do you have a history of sleep walking?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 04, 2011, 09:11:29 PM
Commercial grade hydrochloric acid will completely dissolve a body. Take up acid etching as a hobby ...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 04, 2011, 10:21:20 PM
I thought that only worked with sulphuric acid cannon. Then again, I'm pretty sure you have more experience with it.

Of course, I have also directly taken the life of a fellow human being, but we will not be discussing any such instances.

:wink:

(hoping that doesn't offend... if it does in any way please PM).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on January 05, 2011, 12:37:31 AM
Or he just wants to kill someone who really deserves it....like killing obi for dizzing daft punk.

You can't do that.  But the jury won't convict.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 05, 2011, 12:47:51 AM
I thought that only worked with sulphuric acid cannon. Then again, I'm pretty sure you have more experience with it.

Of course, I have also directly taken the life of a fellow human being, but we will not be discussing any such instances.

:wink:

(hoping that doesn't offend... if it does in any way please PM).

It does not.

Also, I am sending you a suspicious package. Open it in a secluded place away from any innocent bystanders that you don't want caught in the ... awesomeness of what I am sending. <_<   >_>
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on January 05, 2011, 08:22:08 AM
I remember when someone sent me a package of Total Awesome in the post...I got to spend a 3 month holiday off school in an isolation ward. Wasn't too bad the nurse was quite cute.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 05, 2011, 08:23:24 AM
CB'd *twice* at the club last night. Not happy >_<
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 05, 2011, 08:34:21 AM
What about a package of awesomeness for me, Fandir? ...








Oh wait, that's a happy thought ...  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 05, 2011, 09:58:04 AM
I thought that only worked with sulphuric acid cannon. Then again, I'm pretty sure you have more experience with it.

Of course, I have also directly taken the life of a fellow human being, but we will not be discussing any such instances.

:wink:

(hoping that doesn't offend... if it does in any way please PM).

It does not.

Also, I am sending you a suspicious package. Open it in a secluded place away from any innocent bystanders that you don't want caught in the ... awesomeness of what I am sending. <_<   >_>
Ow, cool! Is it kittens? Please tell me it is kittens.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 05, 2011, 10:09:52 AM
What about a package of awesomeness for me, Fandir? ...
Oh wait, that's a happy thought ...  :icon_wink:

Depends on whether it's shrink-wrapped or not.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 05, 2011, 10:21:55 AM
Schinken wrapped? Don´t get any ideas like this started or there might be a biting wound accident.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 07, 2011, 01:25:11 PM
My cell phone died last night.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on January 07, 2011, 03:29:15 PM
Outside of the warranty?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 07, 2011, 04:01:43 PM
I should hope not- it's less than 1,5 years old. I'm going to the store on monday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 11, 2011, 11:19:14 PM
I currently have a hangover bad enough that I was sent home sick from work. The only saving grace being that they think it's the flu, so they probably won't fire me for it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 24, 2011, 04:36:28 PM
Yesterday we had our first fight in our marriage.....well and I lost  :icon_cry:




stupdi dwarfs with their stupid anvil and stupid miners.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on January 24, 2011, 04:45:36 PM
Hee hee hee.  He still thinks he can win.  That's so cute.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on January 24, 2011, 04:47:00 PM
Yesterday we had our first fight in our marriage.....well and I lost  :icon_cry:




stupdi dwarfs with their stupid anvil and stupid miners.

From your track record I would suggest that you use a method other than Warhammer to settle your differences...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 25, 2011, 11:43:45 PM
@Stretch: nice going dude.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on January 27, 2011, 12:40:07 AM
Got a call from mum while at work yesterday turns out my dad had to be rushed to hospital after seeing the doctor yesterday morning.

Turns out it's not overly serious he has cellulitis running all up his leg but they didn't want the infection spreading to his bloodstream so he gets to spend the week at hospital on some form of uber antibiotics plus injections to thin his blood from some big as needle into the stomach!

Course the 39 degree fever is still a cause for concern.

Edit:

So dad can't really walk at the moment due to the pain and circulation etc. So he's got a walking frame to help him get around so he's been walking around in his hospital robes going "boys don't forget your newspapers" like from family guy. Lol now he's doing his fat bastard impression...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 27, 2011, 07:12:31 AM
Hope he gets better, and that's funny.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on January 28, 2011, 03:09:08 PM
Got a call from mum while at work yesterday turns out my dad had to be rushed to hospital after seeing the doctor yesterday morning.

Turns out it's not overly serious he has cellulitis running all up his leg but they didn't want the infection spreading to his bloodstream so he gets to spend the week at hospital on some form of uber antibiotics plus injections to thin his blood from some big as needle into the stomach!

Course the 39 degree fever is still a cause for concern.

Edit:

So dad can't really walk at the moment due to the pain and circulation etc. So he's got a walking frame to help him get around so he's been walking around in his hospital robes going "boys don't forget your newspapers" like from family guy. Lol now he's doing his fat bastard impression...

Its great he is taking it with a sense of humor. Best of luck to his speedy recovery!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on January 29, 2011, 08:58:32 AM
Quack says two weeks now. His fever has dropped but his leg is worse.

Also no idea how to upload photos from my I phone to my computer means I can't show off my clown ogres or my wip joker...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on January 29, 2011, 10:15:56 AM
Sorry to hear about that, hope he recovers quickly!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 31, 2011, 09:55:10 AM
My miners got stuck in the mountains and crushed when I played the 'hold the pass' scenario against Fandir yesterday.  :closed-eyes:

I am quite sure he will request a name change today ... 'The triumphator' or something similar ...   :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 31, 2011, 08:49:45 PM
My miners got stuck in the mountains and crushed when I played the 'hold the pass' scenario against Fandir yesterday.  :closed-eyes:

I am quite sure he will request a name change today ... 'The triumphator' or something similar ...   :engel:

Ah, sweet, sweet, ironic death. And depending on the composition of the rock, perhaps irony death as well. Or coppery. Or just ... rocky.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 01, 2011, 05:52:34 AM
Yes....dwarves suck when fighting in the mountains. But on open field they run around faster than elves. Tolkien got it right they are sprinters deadly over short running distances....especially when there is beer to loot.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 01, 2011, 07:26:06 PM
Tolkien got it right they are sprinters deadly over short running distances....

I believe that's by Steve Jackson and not by Tolkien. :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on February 01, 2011, 08:50:14 PM
We now know that Dwarves are a myth.  If any lived, and they are anything like they are portrayed, they would have already killed Jackson for what he did to them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 01, 2011, 08:56:18 PM
I was actually surprised at how some of the cheesy shit bits from the film are taken directly from the book.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 01, 2011, 09:06:16 PM
Yes and the dwarves can be fast as hell is in "the Hobbit" too....after that movie dwarves will be laughed at...everywhere.

The movies are the best stuff in the fantasy genre produced...so stop mocking him. Or I will force you to attend the Eurobash and watch this:
#

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQM0zTLbRis&playnext=1&list=PLFAD0A651D6B9F034 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQM0zTLbRis&playnext=1&list=PLFAD0A651D6B9F034)


or this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SK0cUNMnMM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SK0cUNMnMM)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 09, 2011, 10:20:42 PM
Break-ups suck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 09, 2011, 10:22:19 PM
I'm sorry for you, Obi.

On the upside, more time for you to post here. :-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 09, 2011, 10:45:40 PM
And now you don't have to worry about being confused for a lesbian couple.  :::cheers:::


But yeah, break ups suck.  :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 10, 2011, 09:05:34 AM
And now you don't have to worry about being confused for a lesbian couple.  :::cheers:::
On the upside, more time for you to post here. :-)
<Insert Cruijfian statement.>  :|


Quote
But yeah, break ups suck.  :icon_frown:
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I'm sorry for you, Obi.
Thanks guys.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 10, 2011, 08:34:32 PM
Break ups are hardly ever pleasant, even when both agree to them. Sorry to hear about it Obi.

Who was the one doing the breaking up?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 10, 2011, 10:19:48 PM
Man... First reading about GamesPoet and now Obi.. must be the year of break ups.. same here for me.. ended a relationship of 9 years of which 2,5 years married..

Divorce got finalized yesterday, but all in all I think I got better from it with a new girlfriend (and her little one, see pic in the picture thread) and feeling overall more happy now then when I was in the other relationship that just wasn't working anymore.

Still I feel for you Obi (and GamesPoet aswell)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on February 10, 2011, 10:41:39 PM
Yes....dwarves suck when fighting in the mountains. But on open field they run around faster than elves. Tolkien got it right they are sprinters deadly over short running distances....especially when there is beer to loot.
Dwarf kick ass Mister  anytime any where !!

 Your Wife is so nice that she lets you win !!!
 Because we all know if you would of lost ,  you would of mope around the house till you got on her last nerve  and she would of had to throw you out of the house
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on February 11, 2011, 01:47:57 AM
Man that sucks Stealth.  Take care.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on February 11, 2011, 06:50:57 AM
Your Wife is so nice that she lets you win !!!
 Because we all know if you would of lost ,  you would of mope around the house till you got on her last nerve  and she would of had to throw you out of the house

In fact, he is a far better gamer than I am.  :happy:

So I guess it's the other way round, Kera, but thanks anyway.   :-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 11, 2011, 09:07:59 AM
I surely don´t let you win....but the dice gods decide to punish me once in a while (for using Teclis).

 :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 11, 2011, 12:04:13 PM
Hail the Dice Gods !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 11, 2011, 12:14:59 PM
Sorry to hear that SKS! That's shitty.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 14, 2011, 05:36:14 PM
Was planning to paint my gnoblars after teaching today.

Around 4:30 am this morning, I realised this wasn't going to happen.

Don't even know what I've caught.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 14, 2011, 05:57:42 PM
Well as you get healthy all by yourself best wishes that you get prettier.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 14, 2011, 06:01:38 PM
Don't even know what I've caught.

Does it itch?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 14, 2011, 06:13:39 PM
Well as you get healthy all by yourself best wishes that you get prettier.

Not gonna happen.

Does it itch?

It's not what you gave me.  :engel:

It's just annoying, I can deal with the majority of the symptoms, but the uncontrollable shaking which starts up every now and then makes painting impossible.  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on February 14, 2011, 07:12:52 PM
....................... but the uncontrollable shaking which starts up every now and then makes painting impossible.  :dry:

That's age - I get that ................

.... Oh Wait you're just a whippersnapper ............................. it must be fear  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2011, 09:47:39 PM
I just spent the last 2 hours comforting my distressed pregnant fiancee, who was so upset she was sick everywhere.
Which of course I cleaned up.

worst
valentine's day
everrrrrrr.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 14, 2011, 10:00:50 PM
Aw man that sucks. If it makes you feel any better, my ex has sent me about 20 very confusing texts today. Varying from 'I love you, why can't we be together' to 'I hate you jerk, breaking up was the best thing that ever happened to me'. Generally one of each was sent in pairs, within 5 minutes of eachother.
 
@doctor: I know how you feel. I've been ill for the past weekend missing all kinds of cool parties/events. No clue what I have, only that it gives me a terrible headache, it makes me sick, I'm cold no matter what I do, i'm tired and all my muscles hurt. Also, our house is being redecorated :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2011, 11:55:55 PM
Aw man that sucks. If it makes you feel any better, my ex has sent me about 20 very confusing texts today. Varying from 'I love you, why can't we be together' to 'I hate you jerk, breaking up was the best thing that ever happened to me'. Generally one of each was sent in pairs, within 5 minutes of eachother.

I hate playing "games".

hope you're ignoring her texts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 15, 2011, 12:16:46 AM
Aw man that sucks. If it makes you feel any better, my ex has sent me about 20 very confusing texts today. Varying from 'I love you, why can't we be together' to 'I hate you jerk, breaking up was the best thing that ever happened to me'. Generally one of each was sent in pairs, within 5 minutes of eachother.

I hate playing "games".

hope you're ignoring her texts.

+1

Sounds like she's going all camel mode on you. DRAMAdary style.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 15, 2011, 03:46:27 AM
Punch her in the face with a camel Obi.

I need sleep so bad.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 15, 2011, 07:53:44 AM
Well perhaps she is pregnant too.....

 :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 15, 2011, 10:35:29 AM
Aw man that sucks. If it makes you feel any better, my ex has sent me about 20 very confusing texts today. Varying from 'I love you, why can't we be together' to 'I hate you jerk, breaking up was the best thing that ever happened to me'. Generally one of each was sent in pairs, within 5 minutes of eachother.

I hate playing "games".

hope you're ignoring her texts.
I am. I actually tried to block her number, but my phone won't let me.

@Fandir: if she is, it's not mine. I can be 10000000000000000% sure of that, metaphorically speaking.

The most pathetic thing was where she sent me a text that started with 'hey babe' but that was clearly meant for someone else (or probably just written to look like that) in an attempt to make me jealous.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 15, 2011, 10:37:23 AM
I was about to say something in her defence until you posted that last one...

Allow me: :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 15, 2011, 01:51:51 PM
@Fandir: if she is, it's not mine. I can be 10000000000000000% sure of that, metaphorically speaking.

We got one firing blanks!

I also hope she's a bunny boiler.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 15, 2011, 02:55:38 PM
@Fandir: if she is, it's not mine. I can be 10000000000000000% sure of that, metaphorically speaking.

We got one firing blanks!
Not quite, at least not that I'm aware of.

Quote
I also hope she's a bunny boiler.
She does hate bunnies.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 15, 2011, 02:58:37 PM
Than from now on you should love them.


Obi you are extremely mature for your age and therefore that woman girl child is well below you. You deserve and will find someone better.

I hope our cheap shots at you are taken as what they are....serious business.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 15, 2011, 03:01:04 PM
Obi you are extremely mature for your age and therefore that woman girl child is well below you. You deserve and will find someone better.
Yes, I also found out that she and I just didn't compute that well concerning maturity. However, I would appreciate it if you and others not say things like that she is below me or that I will find someone better. I know they're things you just say when shit like this happens and I'll admit they do make me feel better, but it's not nice and puts you on par with her and her friends.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 15, 2011, 03:04:28 PM
You know...this sounds pretty much like political correctness stuff which you will grow out of when you hit the thirties.

If someone behaves stupid everyone should get a whole bunch of rocks and start to fling them around.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIaORknS1Dk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIaORknS1Dk)

Jehova brother.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 15, 2011, 05:14:23 PM
Crawley town fan arrested on suspicion of causing harassment, alarm or distress
for making airplane gestures in the song for playing Man Utd.

yet they let radical muslims burn poppies.
smh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 15, 2011, 05:36:21 PM
You're so angry Finlay.

I immediately suspected the Daily Mail of showing this story, but was upset to find it lacking on their front page.

I did find:

Quote
Boss who marched worker to police station after he stole £845 is forced to pay the THIEF £13,000 'for humiliating him'

Which is amusingly contradicted in the small info box beneath the title almost immediately (he paid the guy £5k).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 15, 2011, 05:50:53 PM
Quality journalism at its best!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 15, 2011, 10:59:44 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWuKdGaN5SE&sns=em
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on February 16, 2011, 08:38:35 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWuKdGaN5SE&sns=em


(http://www.gifsoup.com/webroot/animatedgifs2/1502624_o.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 19, 2011, 11:02:55 AM
I'm feeling extremely healthy today and the infection risk is at a bare minimum, my wife has decided that we should go out shopping a new wardrobe for me.

WTF!?!  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 19, 2011, 11:13:42 AM
You look really good in pink, trust me...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 19, 2011, 11:19:36 AM
I'm a swine, not a piglet!

Now stop wasting your time and answer my question about in the O&G thread...  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 19, 2011, 12:43:42 PM
I'm feeling extremely healthy today and the infection risk is at a bare minimum, my wife has decided that we should go out shopping a new wardrobe for me.

WTF!?!  :icon_cry:

She is sharing her celebration with you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 19, 2011, 01:25:19 PM
She is sharing her celebration with you.

You have me mixed up with my wallet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 19, 2011, 01:36:45 PM
She is sharing her celebration with you.

You have me mixed up with my wallet.

Easy mistake to make. You're both covered in pigskin.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 19, 2011, 01:41:04 PM
My wallet is made of another type of skin.

Think golf...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 19, 2011, 01:46:58 PM
Upper management's testicles?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 19, 2011, 01:52:13 PM
On the subject of unhappy and random thoughts, I just came across this little snippet of information:

A Vienna court has found a defendant guilty of "insulting a person venerated by a religious organisation" (§ 188 Austrian Penal Code), and condemned her to pay 120 daily rates.
The defendant had publicly stated that Mohammed "enjoyed a little bit of action with kids", referring to his marriage with a nine-year-old.
The court held that this statement was not true, and that the defendant was therefore guilty.


Now, this makes me unhappy, because...
Obviously, the Vienna court can actually tell whether a guy enjoyed a little bit of action with kids way over a millenia ago. No matter how many sources say that this was indeed the case, the court knows better.
This means that the Vienna court is basically omniscient. This makes me insanely jealous. Our courts, by comparison, have trouble finding out whether a defendant e.g. committed murder a year ago. Manifestly, our courts suck.


Furthermore, this makes me unhappy because I really really like the city of Vienna (if you ever get a chance to visit it, do it!), but this amount of competence scares me. What if I cross the street at a red traffic light? Or forget to draw a ticket for public transport?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 19, 2011, 02:01:59 PM
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Furthermore, this makes me unhappy because I really really like the city of Vienna (if you ever get a chance to visit it, do it!), but this amount of competence scares me. What if I cross the street at a red traffic light? Or forget to draw a ticket for public transport?

Just claim you are a muslim and you'll be fine.

I hate the traitors of this continent with a passion unfit even for the internet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on February 19, 2011, 02:11:44 PM
Hey I thought you were shopping ....

She is sharing her celebration with you.

You have me mixed up with my wallet.


.... and the way you told it she wanted to spend your money  ......... on you  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 19, 2011, 03:06:02 PM
I was, we live five min away from the place.

Today I was very lucky she only spent 90 minutes there.

And you must be mad if you think she just shopped for me.  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 20, 2011, 04:20:57 AM
I really really like the city of Vienna.

OMG, so do I! I got lost in Vienna. It was actually a very pleasant walk with my wife.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on February 20, 2011, 03:14:50 PM
And you must be mad if you think she just shopped for me.  :dry:

Fandir, what about shopping with me?











I really need some more miners, another grudge thrower and enough female dwarfs to start the first greenstuff experiments for my female elite unit 'The Saucepans'
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on February 20, 2011, 04:52:17 PM
And you must be mad if you think she just shopped for me.  :dry:

Fandir, what about shopping with me?


 yea snookie  what about it !!
 they could make a new movie , called broken back Husbands










I really need some more miners, another grudge thrower and enough female dwarfs to start the first greenstuff experiments for my female elite unit 'The Saucepans'
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 20, 2011, 05:56:35 PM
I want your keyboard or failing that, your overfilled crack pipe.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on February 20, 2011, 06:32:10 PM
Mine or Kera's?  :-D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 20, 2011, 06:38:59 PM
You have to ask?  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on February 20, 2011, 06:46:46 PM
Yes!! my keyboard was made by bill gates just for me :biggriin:
it has no adjective or artificial colors :icon_razz:
and old guy get with the times crack is so 1990s
 it meth !!  i hate it when old guys want to act  like there cool
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 20, 2011, 07:08:05 PM
I'm not entirely sure if it's gone past the time of redemption, but kera, you need to improve your posting.

No double or more posting (use edit button), better sentences and more coherent language. Hell, we all make mistakes when posting stuff, but we try not to make it a repeat affair.

It's getting beyond a joke now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on February 20, 2011, 07:41:51 PM
I'm not entirely sure if it's gone past the time of redemption, but kera, you need to improve your posting.

No double or more posting (use edit button), better sentences and more coherent language. Hell, we all make mistakes when posting stuff, but we try not to make it a repeat affair.

It's getting beyond a joke now.
its ok honey ,i see you had to edit your post to ! but we still love ya
 so where even
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 20, 2011, 07:59:31 PM
I changed it because beforehand it was a snide comment which could've been construed as insulting you (pretty hard not to be).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 20, 2011, 07:59:47 PM
A friend of my girlfriend named Kate claims to be a lesbian.  She starts dating an old flame but cheats on her girlfriend with guys.  She becomes so insecure about the relationship (despite the fact she was the one who cheated) threatened to leave her girlfriend unless they get married.  So after being together for about two months they get married.  While married she continues to cheat and starts doing heroine and crack.  About a month into the marriage they go to myrtle beach for their honeymoon and whilst on their honeymoon kate ODs.  At this point her wife find out everything; the cheating, the drugs, etc.  They file for divorce and Kate spirals out of control doing more drugs.  Me and my girlfriend get her off of it (to the best of our knowledge she isnt doing it anymore).  She decides to go on a date with a new girl and while on this date it was "instant attraction" not to the girl but the girl's male friend that she brought along on the date.  She invites him over the next day but he doesnt come out, instead he works overtime so he can get some vacation days to take her with him to a trip to NC for the weekend.  They are getting married in about a week...but they have only known each other for a week! And her divorce hasnt even been finalized. Me and my girlfriend confront her that this is probably not a good idea.  She tries to justify it.  " But He's in the military" not a good excuse."He's getting deployed in 2 months!" not helping her case at all.  "But hes lead a rough life!" so he may have baggage and a past, still not helping your case here.  "But he has Post tramatic stress syndrome because last time he was deployed he hit a mine and had to have his face reattached."  Okay so on top of everything he may or may not be stable.  But because your having a good time with him you want to get married after only knowing him a week.  "But I met his ex-girlfriends and they say I am lucky to be with him!"  so why are they ex-girlfriends?  Despite all this she still claims to be a lesbian...
(http://www.emotty.com/images/emoticons/1093.png)
They are in NC this weekend, but we dont know if the advice we gave her about waiting at least a year before thinking about getting married will stick.  Mind you everything I have said has happened in the past 6 months.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 20, 2011, 08:01:50 PM
You could easily write a novel about the idiots you know FFH. Seriously.

Maybe it's just proximity to you that causes these... bizarre relationship issues.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 20, 2011, 08:08:00 PM
man I could tell you stories about the people and their relationships I know.  I really should write a novel. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on February 20, 2011, 08:58:58 PM
I changed it because beforehand it was a snide comment which could've been construed as insulting you (pretty hard not to be).

 Its ok  i can see threw your Bad boy image by you not posting this  Insulting remark.  Its show how much you  care about me   
 and how sweet you are  Mr whitey    you could alway pm me  if you have some thing to say too ** wink wink **
 Kera
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 20, 2011, 09:28:06 PM
Now you're just trolling me. The alternative would be rude to mention.

I'm not going to talk to you further.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 20, 2011, 09:42:29 PM
Kera, you might consider taking a basic English Composition course at a local college. It certainly couldn't hurt, and would at least allow your intelligence to be more evident in your posts.

Not to be a DWhitey, but you pretty much write like a third grader.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 20, 2011, 09:43:52 PM
I'm not going to talk to you further.

Wise decision.

Wouldn't like to see things escalating....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 20, 2011, 09:45:35 PM
WTF soth?!?  :icon_evil:

I just made popcorn...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on February 20, 2011, 11:15:50 PM
Kera, you might consider taking a basic English Composition course at a local college. It certainly couldn't hurt, and would at least allow your intelligence to be more evident in your posts.

Not to be a DWhitey, but you pretty much write like a third grader.
Dear Mister canon , we talk this way , we use very little fluff when we talk  so we are direct and to the point...
we speak in small sentences so that the other person can reply  to all are responses!
not one resonce per paragraph 

throw most of you  don't understand  we put a lot of though in what we say ,   throw english is a very moronic lanuage
and it makes no since  you have so many word that have no meaning !!   and you think that I'm a third grader
 well i can deal with that !
I'm honor that you gave gave me credit on speaking  and  you who talk of being one of the people would understand the best
even  throw  you don't know male from female  you  ok

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 21, 2011, 04:54:09 AM
I had a huge fight with 3 of the local regulars at the shop on Tuesday. All because I didn't let them reserve a seat at the painting table by allowing them to put a bag on the chair and walk away when someone else wad there to paint. I was told to go die whiteman and other racial abuses. My manager and colleague did nothing but to tell me to be nicer to them.

The best part was their complaints against me.

1. I don't serve Chinese customers
2. I ask for table deposits from Chinese but not westerners
3. I play games.

1. My manager told me NOT to serve Chinese and leave it to him and let and to dealaimly with westerners
2. I DO ask everyone for deposits except 4 westerners who made the dn terrain which the locals continually break
3. I play when my manager says I can and when I'm not on the clock.

My manager seems to hope this all goes away there isn't to be any repercussion for their behavior towards me or what was said. In fact apparently I need to change. This is becoming a huge issue because all the westeners hate my manager because of the subtle racism he shows me and them and now the locals hate me because in doing what my manager has told me to do means they think I'm being racist to them.

I'm deciding if I want to push this issue or let it lie.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 21, 2011, 07:11:24 AM
I call their behavior jealous because it is well known that we white dudes are better equipped.

As long as the black dudes ain't around at least...

Seriously, what a drama queen BS Bies from your customers, almost like the Russians at the four star hotel I visited in Greece the past summer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 21, 2011, 07:12:31 AM
What are you going to do? You and I both know the inherent racism in the culture. Let's face it. Are your manager and his manager both HK? Then walk out or take it, because from the attitude he's giving you, he thinks of you as just another gweilo.

It was absolutely hilarious being shown off to my father in law's mates and business cronies. Baba is very open minded, and I have immense respect for him, but some of his buddies were absolutely seething that his daughter was marrying a whitey. All I did was smile and act exceedingly polite. This is the best way to deal with it. It is infuriating, yet since their hate has no justification there is nothing they can do if playing by the rules. If they want to play outside the rules, they will anyway and there is nothing you can do. So it's the best way.

Just deal with it. Retail in China is a shitty, shitty job to be in.

Oh and as Shadowlord posted, so true. In Beijing when using the urinals busted at least 10 dudes getting in more than just a sideways glance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 21, 2011, 07:16:15 AM
Just start to sing white supremacist songs all the time and tell them you just live out your cultural background.


Oh or even better claim it is a religious thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 21, 2011, 09:52:26 AM
Wow Feanor! That's one bizarre relationship story!

The worst one I've got is about this girl who really just wanted a relationship to have someone near. She started dating this nog good stoner from a messed up family who was just averse to working. It was going terrible so what to do? You start to live together of course, that''ll fix things! So things get worse. He spends her money on a new top gaming rig computer and weed, so plays games all day smoking pot. So what to do? You decide to get pregnant of course, the love of such a little one will make your own relationship instantly better. I believe that 3 months after the birth the baby was (rightly) taken away by the child protection agency. She has a good chance to get her baby back though, dump the loser, reorganize her life again, so what to do? You decide you'd like to get married of course! Not only would this magically heal the relationship but instantly prove you're responsible and loving parents.
Well, the break-up happened before they got married and she still doesn't have her child back (2 1/2 years old by now iirc). And all the good advise went straight past her. :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 21, 2011, 10:18:05 AM
Next time someone says sei gweilo " die white man" in it's basic translation I'll just pull out all my Cantonese. Which mainly consist of " diu lei lo mo hai" along with other phrases.

For those who don't understand gweilo it's the same as saying nigger to a black guy, same connotations, same disrespect.

Sig are you telling me you were in hong kong and didn't get in touch with me?

I had a quick chat to my big boss apparently if it can be proven I was told to die (unlikely as its my word against theirs) he will get banned from the shop but any racism in the future will result in an on the spot ban. I'm sitting down with my manager and owner tomorrow to go through everything.

I also found out that most of the issues seem to stem from the fact my manager has never managed before nor worked with or around westerners before.

Attached is the draft of an email I'm writing to y boss of things I want to discuss tomorrow. Point 2. On the tables is wrong and I need to change that but the rest just needs polishing up.

Issues:
1) bags on chairs,
2) respect to staff.
3) Walters policies
4) staff support
5) race issues.

1) bags in chairs.
I remove all bags not just local. Chairs are for people not bags limited number why do they think they can reserve one for hours on end? Frankly I feel they can't and that they should not be allowed to put bags on chairs and reserve them. However if they ARE working and have paints/models out then they should be able to put their bag on if they go to the bathroom etc. But it cannot be a "I may paint in an hour or two" type of system.

2) I'm staff if I need the table for something then tough teddies to them. Why do they think they have a right to chairs or the table over someone who works in the shop?

3) 3 complaints reported to me 1. I don't serve Chinese customers 2. I ask Chinese but not westerners for table deposits 3. I play games in the shop.

Answers 1. I was told when Walter first arrived to deal mainly with western customers and to leave chinese customers to him and Kent and practice in the last few months has reaffirmed this policy.
2. It's our job to ask for deposits I was yelled at for simply asking if it had been paid and there are witnesses to show I didn't hassle nor was I rude in asking. As for not asking westerners they MADE the terrain and are exempt from the charge. The locals are
Charged because they show no responsibility or care unless forced too.
3. I play no games without Walters approval and Walter can attest regular gaming is becoming rarer and rarer. So I assume they mean my role-play. Well 1st what business is it to them? 2nd I play with Hanani after I have finished work and the s.I. Club and Walter have come to an agreement.

4.staff support. I had 4-5 guys yelling at me and insulting me am acting like 3 year olds stealing a 15yr olds chair to try and prove a point. Through this all Kent to my knowledge did nothing and Walter simply rolled over and then later I was informed that I was wrong and that in essence Walter agreed with them and I was wrong and that I would need to change. No penalty or repercussion for how they treated a staff member or what was said to me appears to have even been thought of.

5. Race issues. I could be wrong but I'm sure I heard sei gweilo spoken which to my mind is unacceptable. I may have sworn at them but I didn't make any racial slurs or insults while I received them. Frankly I believe the people who said such slurs should be banned for life. 

Somehow the divided between locals and westerners has become a gulf since Geoff left.

I think this is in part to Walter and his reluctance to have anything to do with a westerner
Unless forced. And his policy as I perceive it that I'm not meant to serve locals unless forced too.

They may be angry I ask them to be quiet at times. Well Walter was less tactful then me in talking to Jeremy. The locals yell and shout when there is no need to. Walter apparently has no issues telling jeremy to behave himself but allows it with the locals...

the locals treat the place like a social club. Now the impression I get from Walter is that he feels that's how westerners treat the place. Frankly that's how it was. But again you have isolated the westeners to the point they no longer come in at all and have no want to support the shop because the shop doesn't support them.

Yet again you allow the locals to treat the shop as some club. They throw their bags onto a gaming table with no second thought. They treat the terrain with no care and they treat the entire shop as some playground for them to enjoy afterwork.

I understand you want to keep some social aspect to FA but that's not Walters focus. I clean up after everyone. I take everyones bags off chairs so anyone can sit I ask for table deposits from everyone and you can ask everyone and you will see it's true.

I believe the complaints by the locals reported to me are made entirely from ignorance because they do not know the whole picture. And I hope a simple explanation will make them understand and clear things up. But I feel the lack of support shown to me was entirely unacceptable as was any racial slurs spoken towards me. I believe we need to have a proper policy in place for such altercations that I've had and Walter has had with some of the westerners. 

I also believe people who offer racial insults should be banned immediately whoever they are.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 21, 2011, 11:10:54 AM
Which mainly consist of " diu lei lo mo hai" along with other phrases.

Which means something along the lines of "Go fuck your old mother" right?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 21, 2011, 11:51:08 AM
DUI lei lo mo means that the hai on the end means vagina or so I believe it's meant to be worse.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 21, 2011, 12:40:59 PM
If you're going to use an insult, know what it means first.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 21, 2011, 01:57:35 PM
The best part was their complaints against me.
(...)
3. I play games.

What, in a WARHAMMER SHOP? You suck!!

:icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 21, 2011, 04:18:00 PM
Bies, just whip it out and tell them to love you long time.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 21, 2011, 04:36:07 PM
@Bies:

" 5. Race issues. I could be wrong but I'm sure" No dude, just say you heard them say it.

Also, that stuff sucks.

WTF soth?!?  :icon_evil:

I just made popcorn...
:::cheers:::

@FFH: one solution, two parts: shotgun, sulphuric acid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 21, 2011, 05:07:23 PM
@FFH: one solution, two parts: shotgun, sulphuric acid.

I own both of these items! I'm a problem solver, hurray!!!  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 21, 2011, 08:05:44 PM
Bies, just whip it out and tell them to love you long time.  :closed-eyes:

Only five dollah!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 21, 2011, 11:05:36 PM
Nah Bies, the wife and I were in the mainland around October/November though. Things really aren't much different, attitude wise. My wife's a mainlander from Sichuan.

Your boss sounds like a racist. You'll know after the meeting. If he is, not much you can do.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 22, 2011, 03:02:35 AM
My manager is a twat the owner is ok.

It's gaming night tonight and all the idiots from sat will be at the shop. All my mates are coming as well so things may get ugly should be an interesting afternoon
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 22, 2011, 12:30:45 PM
My manager is a twat the owner is ok.

It's gaming night tonight and all the idiots from sat will be at the shop. All my mates are coming as well so things may get ugly should be an interesting afternoon
Ima be making the popcorn ready. The couch seats 6.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 22, 2011, 01:56:46 PM
Haha nothing to report really. Just a whole bunch of glares. The guy who put his bag on his seat at sat did the same thing deliberately in front of me while trying to get in a satring contest the entire time. I just kept painting my arachnarok spider (it's so cool). Then when he got up I put his bag on the ground. He has proceeded to stair daggers at me all day but his mates aren't in tonight while I have 6 friends all around me so he's staying silent.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 24, 2011, 02:41:27 PM
My wife got me an ipad and because of it I am lazier than ever and I really need to change my underwear.

Go to hell wife!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 24, 2011, 02:45:45 PM
Hell yeah damn those weifs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on February 24, 2011, 08:45:43 PM
Hell yeah damn those weifs.

See he's hardly been married a few days and already he doesn't know if he's got a wife or a weib    :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 25, 2011, 08:30:49 AM
I wanted to make it easier to read for you non native speakers.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on February 25, 2011, 06:27:40 PM
She is going back to her Old Boyfriend. Not that it got that far with us, but it does sting a bit when the courtship fails. Oh well.  Best revenge is living well.

Also, I finally dont fit into my boot camp uniforms. I'm getting old.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on February 26, 2011, 08:47:46 AM
Im getting a bald spot on the top of my head :dry:
I knew this would come eventually because of genes but this is too soon!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 26, 2011, 08:51:12 AM
Im getting a bald spot on the top of my head :dry:
I knew this would come eventually because of genes but this is too soon!

Don't feel bad, I am balding on the front of my head, sort of to either side of center, and it's going to create a very gnarly widow's peak.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on February 26, 2011, 09:48:44 AM
Ooh but im only 21! Im too young!

If i end up like my dad then i will only have hair on the sides and neck... meh..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 26, 2011, 10:24:51 AM
Shave it all imo. Then it's more of a statement than a genetic mishap.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 26, 2011, 10:43:26 AM
Shave it all imo. Then it's more of a statement than a genetic mishap.

The statement being that you are here to ROCK!  \,,/
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 26, 2011, 11:15:19 AM
Exactly!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on February 26, 2011, 01:44:59 PM
Yea, I have been preparing my kids for it.  Both grandfathers were bald in their early 20's.

Mine is a long slow slog.  This year i went to the buzz cut.  I figure I have a decade before I am going all the way.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 26, 2011, 02:36:07 PM
LoL I got yelled t again by the se guys last week. One of the kids they stole a chair from moved the guys bag like I did last week and he went apeshit at me. I took the blame for the dumb 15yr old. But probably just made the situation worse.

Inothet news I need to think of a way to get back at a mate who put a chicken strip into my beer tonight. I mean I ate the chicken strip but I need to get the bugger back. I'm thinking of opening up his shop locker and hiding all his models.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 26, 2011, 04:25:36 PM
Only do that if you can hide them in your own!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 26, 2011, 07:06:53 PM
Or do what a grownup would do....ignore him.

So obi, when do you think will you turn bald? Couldn´t you just shave your head and glue those hairs in your face as a beard? Would make you awesome vikinglike.
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Post by: McKnight on February 27, 2011, 10:50:29 AM
(http://moviesmedia.ign.com/movies/image/article/785/785710/schweiger-kingarthur1_1178301205.jpg)



I dont think my head is made for baldness. At least it wont look that good.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 27, 2011, 12:03:01 PM
So obi, when do you think will you turn bald? Couldn´t you just shave your head and glue those hairs in your face as a beard? Would make you awesome vikinglike.
Probably not in the next forty years, looking at my dad. *touches wood*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 27, 2011, 12:19:10 PM
looking at my dad. *touches wood*
:icon_eek:
Wow. Out of context perv!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 27, 2011, 12:35:17 PM
I'm intrigued...
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Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 27, 2011, 01:29:34 PM
Haha shadow!

An candor what kind of boric adult are you? Not having a laugh and playing pranks back at your mates...like the time I set my brothers clock back 3 hours so he woke up an showered at 3 am instead of 6. It's all fun and fine while it's good natured, although slicing my mates finger to the bone with a broken bottle may have pushed it a little far but in fairness he did burn me 3 times before I retaliated...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on February 27, 2011, 03:51:42 PM
To the one able to decipher Bies post above:

GLORY AND FAME AWAITS!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 27, 2011, 10:13:06 PM
To the one able to decipher Bies post above:

GLORY AND FAME AWAITS!!!

I deciphered it to mean: "Me and my friends hate each other, and constantly whip out our dongs to see who's is bigger!"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 27, 2011, 10:46:25 PM
It's like being in a frat movie without the hot women or big paychecks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 27, 2011, 11:16:39 PM
It's like being in a frat movie without the hot women or big paychecks.
Or an actual frat?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 27, 2011, 11:34:32 PM
True, but without the degree at the end. I always thought actual frats might be quite toned down compared to the movies though. We don't have frats here in Australia.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 28, 2011, 12:03:13 AM
Some of them yes, some of them... not so much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 28, 2011, 12:53:34 AM
Being in a car accident a few hours ago.. Only some damage to the front of the car.. Nothing the matter with me or my girlfriend besides shakken and getting a bit stiff muscles.

Hit the van in the side just in front of the rear wheel. pulling away from the traffic lights (green light) and he came racing through red, was just able to hit the breaks and only end up hitting him in the side..

some pictures.. (last 2 are from my car)
http://www.andrew-calsbeek.nl/?p=1093#more-1093 (http://www.andrew-calsbeek.nl/?p=1093#more-1093)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 28, 2011, 12:58:32 AM
Dude, you pwned that van!

I'm glad you and your gf were not hurt too!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on February 28, 2011, 02:52:43 AM
Eugh sorry typing on my phone, small annoying touchscreen with big fat fingers.

Although cannon sums up pretty much what it's all about.

Glad you are ok stealth
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 28, 2011, 08:58:36 AM
Wow SKS, was the kid in the car too? Lucky on the damage part, I hope that wanker in the van has learned something about running a red light.

Though it seems he uncovered a stash of coke hidden in the traffic pole (what IS that white stuff?).

When I'm aware of somebody running a red light I like to pull up aggressively (though with no intention of actually hitting the moron). The fear in their eyes is an indication of a lesson learned, or that is what I always hope.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 28, 2011, 09:07:49 AM
No the kids we're home sleeping, I just went out to pick up my girlfriend from work (al together a drive of about 15 minutes, and neighbours watching kids) I'm glad they weren't with us, would have been hell to get them settled again.
It's lease car, so I got a replacement straight away from the tow-service, now it's just waiting on what the lease company is going to do with the car. I would have replaced it in july for a new one. So they might speed that up now and right off the car no matter the extend of the damage.

That white stuff is sand, it came out when he took that bikes trafficlight out of the ground.

I think the dude had also a little to much to drink aswell..

Most stupid thing of it all was that some dude in a pizza courier car came along, parked his car right smack in the middle of the crossroads to have a good look around... Turned out he had seen the bottom of his glass also to many times and was also booked by the cops..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 28, 2011, 09:19:41 AM
Dang, Stealth I also am happy you received no scratches car accidents are pretty unnerving.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on February 28, 2011, 11:17:17 AM
I'm glad to hear you're both ok.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 28, 2011, 11:52:58 AM
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Most stupid thing of it all was that some dude in a pizza courier car   came along, parked his car right smack in the middle of the crossroads   to have a good look around... Turned out he had seen the bottom of his   glass also to many times and was also booked by the cops..

Need to rectify this as the police officer came by just now to check the statement with us so that we could sign it.. She told he was just an aggressive driver that threatened one of the police officer that was directing the traffic to overrun him that was why he got booked not due to booze.

Seems the driver we had an accident with did had to much to drink.
So that is, drunk driving, ignoring red light, speeding and demolishion of government property?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 28, 2011, 12:40:59 PM
Wow! Glad to hear you're OK SKS! I think that guy will also have gotten an 'artikel 5', endangering other traffic (most expensive one).

I have been very ill over the weekend and still am. My throat hurts so much I dread every time I have to swallow something, so I don't eat. GP thinks Pfeiffer's.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 28, 2011, 05:59:35 PM
Drüsenfieber....bah.


Go to a doc and do everything he asks of you....I think with the throat it would be best to drink as much hot tea as you can.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Firey Baps on February 28, 2011, 10:00:21 PM
...Damned Halberdiers are only just ranking up, and I can't think of something suitable for the banner.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 01, 2011, 09:43:22 AM
Drüsenfieber....bah.


Go to a doc and do everything he asks of you....I think with the throat it would be best to drink as much hot tea as you can.
Went there yesterday, blood work should come back on Friday. In the meantime she basically told me to suck it, because there's nothing you can do. But yeah, I try to eat and drink regularly, lots of cold stuff mostly. I'm quite annoyed that I can't go to Uni though- exams are next week  :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on March 01, 2011, 11:11:58 AM
Go to a doc and do everything he asks of you....



Unfortunately, I couldn't find the scene from Scrubs with this weird doctor telling everybody to take his pants off, even if he examines someone with otitis.  :icon_lol:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 01, 2011, 01:23:12 PM
My hard drive fried. The week before exams. It had all my notes. FML.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 01, 2011, 02:05:12 PM
My hard drive fried. The week before exams. It had all my notes. FML.

Any life to it at all?

Check out grc.com if you think there is any hope of getting it to spin.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 01, 2011, 02:37:56 PM
As a teacher, I'm supposed to now take the piss out of you and laugh at you for not having backups. And then berate you, saying it's all your fault.

As a person, I've done it too and feel your pain.  :-(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on March 01, 2011, 04:08:32 PM
My hard drive fried. The week before exams. It had all my notes. FML.
Ouch, that sucks man. :-(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 01, 2011, 05:06:17 PM
My hard drive fried. The week before exams. It had all my notes. FML.

Any life to it at all?

Check out grc.com if you think there is any hope of getting it to spin.

I'm sending it up to my dad so he and his IT guy can take a look at it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 01, 2011, 06:11:08 PM
Ellie "tidied" my painting station.

Putting all my paintbrushes tip down into my painting glass.
 :eusa_wall:

Including the brand new fine detail brush I had just bought.

Must... quell... my rage.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 01, 2011, 06:15:14 PM
Tidy her wardrobe.

With fire.

Or even worse, explain to her the costs of what she has done, and if she does the right thing, she'll apologise and offer to purchase new ones.

Or just leave it at fire.

Anyway, it's not like you needed the fine detail brush.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 01, 2011, 06:27:33 PM
Ellie "tidied" my painting station.

Putting all my paintbrushes tip down into my painting glass.
 :eusa_wall:

Including the brand new fine detail brush I had just bought.

Must... quell... my rage.

Time for "the talk".

Where you explain that she is allowed to look at and comment on your hobby stuff, BUT SHE CANNOT EVER TOUCH IT WITHOUT YOU PRESENT.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 01, 2011, 07:12:49 PM
Yes the weib has already told me this.....look but don´t touch.

Well therefore I am never going to play dwarfs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 01, 2011, 07:43:14 PM
Yes the weib has already told me this.....look but don´t touch.

Well therefore I am never going to play dwarfs.

1. Do you know what a paintbrush is  :icon_question:

2. You sure she was talking about her minis ............ You know once you're married it's once a week if you are lucky ..........   :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 01, 2011, 07:50:44 PM
Tidy her wardrobe.

With fire.

Or even worse, explain to her the costs of what she has done, and if she does the right thing, she'll apologise and offer to purchase new ones.

Or just leave it at fire.

Anyway, it's not like you needed the fine detail brush.  :engel:
Well, she is working like 14 hours a week, so I am currently paying all the bills anyway. So if she buys new ones, its the same as if I do.

That last burn hurt, Whitey :(
Ellie "tidied" my painting station.

Putting all my paintbrushes tip down into my painting glass.
 :eusa_wall:

Including the brand new fine detail brush I had just bought.

Must... quell... my rage.

Time for "the talk".

Where you explain that she is allowed to look at and comment on your hobby stuff, BUT SHE CANNOT EVER TOUCH IT WITHOUT YOU PRESENT.
Yes, I don't think she will do it again. Just not thinking properly. Annoying but without malice.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 01, 2011, 11:40:56 PM
I got my new hard drive and recovery discs!  :icon_biggrin:

It's reinstalling all the bullshit you uninstall when you get a new computer... :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 02, 2011, 06:58:29 AM
I got my new hard drive and recovery discs!  :icon_biggrin:

It's reinstalling all the bullshit you uninstall when you get a new computer... :icon_evil:

This is why you just spring for the base OS. Totally worth it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 02, 2011, 07:44:28 AM
Yes the weib has already told me this.....look but don´t touch.

Well therefore I am never going to play dwarfs.

1. Do you know what a paintbrush is  :icon_question:


Isn´t that the thingy I take of the excess paint from the dipping with?

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2. You sure she was talking about her minis ............ You know once you're married it's once a week if you are lucky ..........   :engel:

Yes I know I too would like to get in more games but with work we are both hard pressed...I know you miss our battle reports and revenge from Midaski on the dwarven striplets.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 02, 2011, 09:27:07 AM
I got my new hard drive and recovery discs!  :icon_biggrin:

It's reinstalling all the bullshit you uninstall when you get a new computer... :icon_evil:
Well do you have sound? :engel:

Also, nice.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 02, 2011, 10:04:25 AM
Isn´t that the thingy I take of the excess paint from the dipping with?

I just wet farted in dismay...  :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 02, 2011, 10:05:40 AM
You mean you sharted?


Nice one  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Firey Baps on March 02, 2011, 06:14:53 PM
Spilt a small patch of tea on my keyboard, and it has apparently utterly destroyed it. And when I was wiping away the tea, the E key fell off. None of the three keyboards in my room work and I'm reduced to using my laptop. FFFFFFUUUUUUU-
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 02, 2011, 06:24:04 PM
I got my new hard drive and recovery discs!  :icon_biggrin:

It's reinstalling all the bullshit you uninstall when you get a new computer... :icon_evil:

This is why you just spring for the base OS. Totally worth it.

If I just wanted the OS (which I do) I would have had to pay for it. No thanks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 02, 2011, 08:40:48 PM
I dont know why but latley I havnt been getting much sleep. sometimes ill go 2-3 days without sleeping, and then other days I sleep all day.  I need to fix this.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 03, 2011, 05:48:11 AM
I dont know why but latley I havnt been getting much sleep. sometimes ill go 2-3 days without sleeping, and then other days I sleep all day.  I need to fix this.

Start jogging. Sounds stupid, but it will actually really help you get on a sleep schedule.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 03, 2011, 05:59:29 AM
I dont know why but latley I havnt been getting much sleep. sometimes ill go 2-3 days without sleeping, and then other days I sleep all day.  I need to fix this.

Start jogging. Sounds stupid, but it will actually really help you get on a sleep schedule.
you know what, I think I will.  I actually like jogging but its been awhile.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 03, 2011, 08:49:30 AM
Did a bonemarrow extraction yesterday (my third in the past ten years) and I had forgotten how nice it felt.

If you replace nice with OH IT HURTS then you get what I mean.

The best part, they had to do it three times before they succeeded.  ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 03, 2011, 08:50:33 AM
Did a bonemarrow extraction yesterday (my third in the past ten years) and I had forgotten how nice it felt.

If you replace nice with OH IT HURTS then you get what I mean.

The best part, they had to do it three times before they succeeded.  ::heretic::

Ouch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 03, 2011, 08:57:45 AM
Triple ouch.

I hope all that stuff ends for you pretty soonish.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 03, 2011, 09:00:54 AM
The worst part is over - so now it is all mop-up and building up a defending wall for the future.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 03, 2011, 09:14:51 AM
Cool, it'll be like warhammer siege. But better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 03, 2011, 11:23:49 AM
I definitely have Pfeiffer's (or kissing disease, which is a little more common term). Which, on the plus side, means I don't have leukemia, which was the other option.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 03, 2011, 11:28:47 AM
I definitely have Pfeiffer's (or kissing disease, which is a little more common term). Which, on the plus side, means I don't have leukemia, which was the other option.

More commonly known in the U.S. as Infectious Mononucleosis, or Mono.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 03, 2011, 11:33:22 AM
Really? I knew that term, but I didn't think you guys dug clinical terms that much :wink:.

Well, I'm going to travel back in time and stab mister Epstein-Barr.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 03, 2011, 11:35:24 AM
Really? I knew that term, but I didn't think you guys dug clinical terms that much :wink:.

Well, I'm going to travel back in time and stab mister Epstein-Barr.

Until you were calling it that, I had never heard it called Pfeiffer's Disease. If you hadn't said "Kissing disease" I might not have known what you were talking about.

Isn't Europe weird?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 03, 2011, 12:27:14 PM
well Obi!! that will mean you'll have to restrain yourself from kissing the driver for the Eurobash!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 03, 2011, 12:47:35 PM
well Obi!! that will mean you'll have to restrain yourself from kissing the driver for the Eurobash!!
Damnit! My plan is foiled.

Really? I knew that term, but I didn't think you guys dug clinical terms that much :wink:.

Well, I'm going to travel back in time and stab mister Epstein-Barr.

Until you were calling it that, I had never heard it called Pfeiffer's Disease. If you hadn't said "Kissing disease" I might not have known what you were talking about.

Isn't Europe weird?
Yeah, I figured Pfeiffer's wouldn't really be internationally known, but I thought kissing disease was the most common name.

And yes, Europe is weird. Holland especially so.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 03, 2011, 12:57:43 PM
Good to hear you don't have Leu, that shit is nasty.

What is the disease you have known for? Besides the obvious urge to kiss people and things.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 03, 2011, 01:07:51 PM
Good to hear you don't have Leu, that shit is nasty.
Thanks, I was really relieved as well. My doctor didn't say that that was the other option during the physical because it probably was mono/kissing disease, to not scare me. Unfortunately, my mom is also a doctor, so I found out anyway XD

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What is the disease you have known for? Besides the obvious urge to kiss people and things.
Well, it's not dangerous, just really annoying. It makes you tired and gives you throat pain, can also lead to loss of appetite etc. It's presumably transferred via saliva contact -> kissing disease. The degree to which you are tired and/or your throat hurts differs- I'm for example not that tired, I just can't go to uni and have to take one or two naps during the day. My throat, on the other hand, is burning out of my head and I dread every time I have to swallow food, as that hurts even more. But some people are tired to the extent where they can't get out of bed, which can last for months or even years.

So in conclusion, it's not a dangerous disease, just annoying. And it varies from person to person how bad it is. The bitch is that you don't know how it will affect you until it at some point stops affecting you and you can't do anything about it.

But eh, I'll manage. I just hope it won't last months and months.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 03, 2011, 01:15:56 PM
Is that also called glandular fever?

Get well soon anyway.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 03, 2011, 05:26:52 PM
Is that also called glandular fever?

Get well soon anyway.
Yes, and thank you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 03, 2011, 05:37:29 PM
El's brother got Glandular fever and missed 2 terms of his 2nd year at uni :/

Hope you don't get struck down too badly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 03, 2011, 09:33:48 PM
So my girlfriend and I just split up. After more than five years.

Depression, here I come.

I apologise in advance for unscheduled crankiness, un-induced rants, surprising forum absence, exaggerated cynicism, lack of exaggerated cynicism, posts of badly painted models, posts of badly written stories and posts of badly written posts that might or might not originate from my account within the next, oh, twelve months. I guess. Never really managed to handle that sort of thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 03, 2011, 09:47:42 PM
Bollocks - I'll give you depression.

You are now footloose and fancy free for April 29th ............. Fandir and Aldaris will be the pressgang.  :engel:

We'll sort you out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 03, 2011, 09:58:50 PM
I will find a depression deep enough so that they can't see me when they drive by...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 03, 2011, 10:02:38 PM
I will find a depression deep enough so that they can't see me when they drive by...

I'd ride a bicycle then you will be virtually invisible ..................  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 03, 2011, 10:18:43 PM
So my girlfriend and I just split up. After more than five years.

Depression, here I come.

I apologise in advance for unscheduled crankiness, un-induced rants, surprising forum absence, exaggerated cynicism, lack of exaggerated cynicism, posts of badly painted models, posts of badly written stories and posts of badly written posts that might or might not originate from my account within the next, oh, twelve months. I guess. Never really managed to handle that sort of thing.
That sucks Gnu.

come to belgium and get drunk!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 03, 2011, 10:20:21 PM
So my girlfriend and I just split up. After more than five years.

Eurobash, here I come.
Fixed.

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I apologise in advance for unscheduled crankiness, un-induced rants, surprising forum absence, exaggerated cynicism, lack of exaggerated cynicism, posts of badly painted models, posts of badly written stories and posts of badly written posts that might or might not originate from my account within the next, oh, twelve months. I guess. Never really managed to handle that sort of thing.
That said, bollocks and I hope you'll get through it. You feeling up to sharing the reasons/causes?

If your posts get really bad I'll just put you on the Forum Saturation Syndrome list.

Just don't leave us.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 03, 2011, 10:31:04 PM
Thank you guys, very decent of you. :-)

You feeling up to sharing the reasons/causes?

I will have to ponder about them myself, because it's very tangled and messed up... Perhaps I will come back to that topic and write a Mathi wall about it, though minus the usefull historical info and with added whine and self-pity.

But I guess the short version would be: Chaotic Neutral and Lawful Evil don't make a good match.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 03, 2011, 10:46:47 PM
Which one are you?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 04, 2011, 06:06:45 AM
He IS a lawyer....stupid question.



Gnu I am sorry for you but well all the split ups of my life were probably the best that happened to me as they lead me exactly to where I am now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 04, 2011, 07:56:46 AM
Oh man, shit. I feel with you man, breakups are something I never coped with well too.

And as others have already stated - we'll swing by Frankfurt on our way to Belgium, cram you into the car and do some soul massaging with plenty of good company, beer and Warhammer.

Doctors orders!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 04, 2011, 08:18:58 AM
I think the Eurobash would actually be a pretty good prescription. Get away and let your heart sort itself out a little bit without the constant reminder of what was.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on March 04, 2011, 08:33:19 AM
I can ship you my ogre clowns to use so if the beer doesn't work at least you can at them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 04, 2011, 08:52:08 AM
I can ship you my ogre clowns to use so if the beer doesn't work at least you can at them.

Words random in order understand to difficult.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 04, 2011, 09:04:11 AM
Sorry to hear Gnu  :|
 
But like Fandir said, everything has a reason and eventually it will bring you to something good in life, though I might have doubts on this with Fandir, he might not be a good example, but with me it's really good!  :::cheers:::
 
I'll see you at the Eurobash  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 04, 2011, 09:09:56 AM
I can ship you my ogre clowns to use so if the beer doesn't work at least you can at them.

Words random in order understand to difficult.

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_kS5CqmPBmyE/R7O27AoWmmI/AAAAAAAAAKk/KwUaBIgmvn4/s1600/Yoda_Poster.jpg)

Incidentally, I actually own this poster, and it hangs over my painting table.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 04, 2011, 09:11:12 AM
Naahhhh no fate thingy and definately no religious thingy but life is good....somehow.


@ Bies: well it seems he kept the beer to himself but no fear there is plenty in Belgium.


Also I am the most perfect example as I am the most happy person...ever.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 04, 2011, 09:39:48 AM
@ Gnu : This is what the average local girl looks like :

http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0PDoS17snBNpGEAXyGjzbkF/SIG=13nlou8hi/EXP=1299260155/**http%3a//lh6.ggpht.com/_4OJH6e7IY70/S0Dq2q5LdVI/AAAAAAAAAsA/kYMoxANrR7E/s800/sienna-miller-mix018.jpg
 
@ Weib : It's actually more like this :
 
http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0PDoS4ys3BNhlUA_jCjzbkF/SIG=12ch70c3l/EXP=1299260338/**http%3a//caution.files.wordpress.com/2008/08/ugly_girl.jpg
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on March 04, 2011, 09:48:02 AM
Goddammit fat fingers on small keypad again!

I meant he could laugh at my clogres
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 04, 2011, 10:34:49 AM
@ Gnu : This is what the average local girl looks like :
(http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0PDoS17snBNpGEAXyGjzbkF/SIG=13nlou8hi/EXP=1299260155/**http%3a//lh6.ggpht.com/_4OJH6e7IY70/S0Dq2q5LdVI/AAAAAAAAAsA/kYMoxANrR7E/s800/sienna-miller-mix018.jpg)
 

She was the less attractive of the waitresses on the Friday night meal last year as I recall .............
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 04, 2011, 10:52:59 AM
Sorry Gnu.

The only thing I can think of to say is that for the most part I find you the most clear minded and logical of all people here despite the fact I disagree with many of your viewpoints. You are capable of analyzing what happened and forming a more objective opinion to help yourself get over it. I've no doubt that in a relatively short time you'll be glad that it's finally happened, if it was truly never meant to be you will see it. Good luck!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 04, 2011, 02:10:40 PM
I like how all the women are checking her out too
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 04, 2011, 05:51:50 PM
Damnit have I missed it again? where are the woman? I don't see any pictures SHOW!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 04, 2011, 09:33:13 PM
Thank you everybody, very kind of you! :-)

The only thing I can think of to say is that for the most part I find you the most clear minded and logical of all people here despite the fact I disagree with many of your viewpoints. You are capable of analyzing what happened and forming a more objective opinion to help yourself get over it.

That is very high praise, and I really appreciate it. Thank you very much.

I can ship you my ogre clowns to use so if the beer doesn't work at least you can at them.

Your ogre clowns are awesome. You must finish them!

@ Gnu : This is what the average local girl looks like :

Unfortunately, I could not see the picture, so I just assume that it is a drop-dead gorgeous Belgian blonde with a box of chocolates. I would prefer the chocolates right now (they are from Belgium, after all).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 04, 2011, 09:56:59 PM
You're welcome. It's true.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 04, 2011, 11:03:55 PM
Gnu, if it wasn't meant to be well you know... Stuff like this sucks but in the end it is mostly about chemicals, safety nets, and old habits.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 04, 2011, 11:08:37 PM
Hey Obi, I'm getting silly hate-filled messages on my cellphone, too. You have any doubles you want to trade? I have a decent collection by now. :icon_rolleyes:

Gnu, if it wasn't meant to be well you know... Stuff like this sucks but in the end it is mostly about chemicals, safety nets, and old habits.

I like that, because it's rational and sober.

And true.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 04, 2011, 11:17:32 PM
Gnu, if it wasn't meant to be well you know... Stuff like this sucks but in the end it is mostly about chemicals, safety nets, and old habits.
How bleak.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on March 04, 2011, 11:27:03 PM
Sorry, Gnu.  I'm not really sure what to say to make you feel better, this is a thing that sorts itself out with good honest self reflection and time.  I'm sure you'll give it the proper consideration and you'll be over it when the time is right (you can't force it unfortunately, it only makes it worse from my experience).  I'm one of those folks that thinks this stuff happens for a reason, so if that helps you out then keep that in mind.  If you need to vent feel free to do so on here or hit me up via PM.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on March 04, 2011, 11:34:22 PM
I'm sorry to hear that Gnu, best of luck. I'm sure you'll find a way out of it. Now, what are they saying, time heal all wounds?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 05, 2011, 06:10:51 AM
How bleak.

When you get older and that veil of youth naivity has been drawn from your eyes, you will see that it is the truth.

I have had several relationships and a shitload of loose liasons and it is always the same.

Except with my wife, you should add reign of terror to that list.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 09, 2011, 06:44:36 PM
I broke my fridge. :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 09, 2011, 06:58:54 PM
How?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 09, 2011, 07:07:58 PM
It involved a Batman costume, his fiancee (naked) and a jar of pickles...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 09, 2011, 07:11:21 PM
Batman costume? That's gross.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 09, 2011, 07:15:16 PM
Fools, your levity is clouding an important issue!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 09, 2011, 07:17:09 PM
Fools, your levity is clouding an important issue!

That his overdue frozen cod gets spoiled?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 09, 2011, 07:20:53 PM
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/511RLf1tauL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 09, 2011, 07:26:28 PM
manual defrosting with a knife = punctured evaporator coil.

I used greenstuff on the punctures. Hopefully it has enough refrigerant in it to cool again.

I'm also not sure if it is poisonous or not...

and all our food will be wasted.

and we might lose deposit money if the landlady realises it was my fault.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 09, 2011, 07:33:34 PM
Horray for greenstuff!
Let no one say this hobby isn't good for anything. If the Landlady realizes there's a puncture, tell her you wrestled a tiger into the fridge to protect your pregnant fiancee. Then launch into an eloquent complaint about the tiger infestation of your flat. You might even get damages!
 8-)


On a more serious note: if it comes to the worst, fridges aren't that expensive if you don't pick a top of the range model, especially if you can get a good used one. Good luck with that problem anyway!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 09, 2011, 07:33:54 PM
Blundering atavism!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 09, 2011, 07:36:16 PM
yeh i found some on gumtree for 40 quid.

I'm just worried she will call out an engineer, bill us for that, then buy a new one, or not as cheap one, and bill us for that too.
Where as she should just buy the 40 quid one from gumtree!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 09, 2011, 07:36:53 PM
Blundering atavism!

No matter how hard I try, your nonsense thumps mine six days of the week.

Congrats champ!  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 09, 2011, 07:38:35 PM
It's what he does, and he does it well. MrD is a professional.
 :-D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 09, 2011, 07:43:55 PM
It's a quote, so hardly an effort on my part.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 09, 2011, 07:59:26 PM
It's a quote, so hardly an effort on my part.

Modesty does not become a champ.

Cut it out!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 09, 2011, 08:00:27 PM
It's a quote, so hardly an effort on my part.
I know, but quotes can go a long way. Our former secretary of defense got a PhD out of 'em!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 09, 2011, 08:01:10 PM
Silence, you asinine retrogradations of humanity!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 09, 2011, 08:04:49 PM
It's a quote, so hardly an effort on my part.
I know, but quotes can go a long way. Our former secretary of defense got a PhD out of 'em!
Ha, I read about that.


Anyway, I need more sympathy!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 09, 2011, 08:07:17 PM
"Pain? Pain is like love . . . like compassion! It is a thing only for lesser men. What is pain to Doom?"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 09, 2011, 08:07:57 PM
Anyway, I need more sympathy!

Here you go:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT1KRZOK4VE&feature=related
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 09, 2011, 08:46:53 PM
Anyway, I need more sympathy!

What  :icon_exclaim:  For taking a knife to the ice .......... just shows all the education in the world doesn't teach common sense ..........  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 09, 2011, 09:08:43 PM
I've done it so many times before.

wont be doing it again!

I'm so shit at anything diy-related.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on March 10, 2011, 12:27:03 AM
That sucks Finaly, hope you get a permanent fix soon.
manual defrosting with a knife = punctured evaporator coil.
I used greenstuff on the punctures. Hopefully it has enough refrigerant in it to cool again.

I'm also not sure if it is poisonous or not...
It is rather poisonous yes, or so I have heard.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 10, 2011, 07:41:05 PM
They called an engineer, and he didnt realise I broke it, so the landlady is buying us a nw fridge. hurrah.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Badwolf on March 10, 2011, 08:25:09 PM
It is rather poisonous yes, or so I have heard.

Modern refridgerants won't do you any harm. 20 years ago we were using freon which would displace oxygen in an enclosed environment and asphyxiate you or burn to produce phosgene which would gas you WW1 style. Industrial refridgerants are/were a different matter again ... Ammonia gas anyone?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on March 10, 2011, 08:38:45 PM
I wasn't talking about the fridge, though, on a second thought, that might be what Finaly was talking about...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 10, 2011, 08:40:58 PM
Oh... yes. GS is not known for its nutritional value either.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 10, 2011, 11:47:05 PM
My tooth fractured when I went to lay down for a nap.  may need to have it pulled.
 :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 10, 2011, 11:49:17 PM
That will teach you to hit "post" too fast!


Seriously, that's nasty. How did that happen? And which one is it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 11, 2011, 12:21:11 AM
molar, top left all the way back.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 11, 2011, 12:43:29 AM
Dude... I want to see you nap.  And if you can break teeth napping, I would hate to see you when you fight.   :icon_twisted:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 11, 2011, 12:55:56 AM
Dude... I want to see you nap.  And if you can break teeth napping, I would hate to see you when you fight.   :icon_twisted:
I do everything to the extreme.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBW4ZBni3kA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBW4ZBni3kA)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on March 11, 2011, 01:02:47 AM
Dude... I want to see you nap.  And if you can break teeth napping, I would hate to see you when you fight.   :icon_twisted:

Lol hilarious.

That is pretty serious though.  What happens when you lay down to go to bed?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 11, 2011, 01:15:41 AM
Maybe lay down for a nap is code for passed out unconscious drunk. Only other option I can think of is teeth grinding from meth abuse! Which seems unlikely.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on March 11, 2011, 04:09:25 AM
I hate codes they always confuse things...

must have been a pretty bad dream you were having FFH
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 11, 2011, 04:45:29 PM
Had it pulled out. was a rotten wisdom tooth.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 12, 2011, 11:38:07 PM
Ouch. Hope you are feeling better now.



In January, I had placed an order with Maelstrom Games, a rather big one. Didn't hear from them for weeks, then I wrote them. Answer:
"Some of the stuff you ordered is unavailable. We'll split the order, and you get the rest as soon as we have it."

Okay, so far, no problem. I would have liked being told without actually having to ask, but hey, no need to get angry.

Almost two months later, there's still no sign of the rest of the order (amounting to about GBP 50). So I ask again. Answer:
"Sorry, still not available. You get a refund. The refund goes to the moneyback (their internal bonus program). Since the money gets refunded, we deduct GBP 28 from your moneyback."

So essentially, they want me to pay GBP 28 for merchandise I never got. And it's not a mistake either; it's both in the mail and in my user account. Nice try, guys. :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 13, 2011, 12:49:14 AM
...and now they fixed it, so the world is pink and fuzzy again for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 13, 2011, 12:51:53 AM
No, it is not allowed to be alright Gnu gnu.

Rage for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 13, 2011, 12:58:29 AM
Nah. First I was like this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQkaD6fG8mk&feature=related), but when I had sent the complaint and had vented some steam I was only like this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROPEICInVPY), and now all I can say is... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ussCHoQttyQ&NR=1).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 13, 2011, 02:46:14 AM
Dear Flyers,
Please stop giving up 3 goal leads in the third period. It's getting ridiculous.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 13, 2011, 11:59:22 PM
augh i dont know if its the Tylenol with codine or if its just my body's reaction to the trama of my tooth being pulled but I feel like I havnt eaten in days even though I have.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 14, 2011, 11:11:58 AM
Anyway, I need more sympathy!

Here you go:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT1KRZOK4VE&feature=related
I Knew that link would be that. Sadly, my sounds is still not working, even though it worked this morning.

Wait- I have that on CD  :happy:

@FFH: Sucks man. I'm in a position where the only reason I'm eating is because I know I have to, but I don't have an appetite at all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 14, 2011, 11:20:07 AM
Have the doctors told you when your throat will be better again?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 14, 2011, 11:24:42 AM
Have the doctors told you when your throat will be better again?
Nope, but it pretty much is by now. 'Dropping' everything last week was the best thing I could have done I guess. Feeling a lot better- planning on going back to university tomorrow. That way I hope I can at least pass the coming exams, as I missed the last one (last Friday).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 14, 2011, 11:42:57 AM
Well if you are sick you had best of excuses and should just try to do it as soon as possible after you got fully recovered.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 14, 2011, 03:02:49 PM
You must have mitigating circumstances over there Obi?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 14, 2011, 03:45:53 PM
Yup, but they only mean that I can't get kicked off the study (which would also ban me from taking it up somewhere else for five years). Still have to redo the test(s?) this summer. But I've made my peace with it- getting wound up over it will only make it worse.

Sucky thing is though that my ex (who I most likely contracted it from) is not suffering from it.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 22, 2011, 01:53:18 PM
The weather is nice, but my sunglasses are broken. The little leg has snapped in half. Wait, I should be able to pin/fix that.
 
(http://images2.memegenerator.net/ImageMacro/4403977/Challenge-accepted.jpg?imageSize=Large&generatorName=Challenge-Accepted-HD-1)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 22, 2011, 02:03:34 PM
The weather is nice, but my sunglasses are broken. The little leg has snapped in half. Wait, I should be able to pin/fix that.
 
(http://images2.memegenerator.net/ImageMacro/4403977/Challenge-accepted.jpg?imageSize=Large&generatorName=Challenge-Accepted-HD-1)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 22, 2011, 03:11:25 PM
Sunglasses are for girls.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Walt von Ark on March 22, 2011, 03:14:04 PM
Getting dumped SUCKS!!!

isn't the first time a relationship ends. But this was the first time in my life i was planning on builiding my life around someone else.
2,5 year of total bliss, this girl, our relationship was a good as it gets. after another briliant weekend i wake up next to her on monday morning and seeing her face i knew something was wrong. We talked before about the fact she didn't know what she wanted with her life at the moment, having doubts about having a relationship at all, idealising being single. finding stuff out for herself, not having someone to fall back on.... But hell, that was months ago, and things went so fucking smooth. The saturday before the break up one of her girlfriend made a comment to her that it was so great to see that my (ex)gf still looked so very much in love, like we we here still in our first month. she bloody rediated....
well so much for that.

but 3 months later and i still feel like crap. First month was doable thanks to large amounts of alcohol...But trying to get one with everyday life is a pain.....

Women are the root of all evil!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 22, 2011, 06:44:02 PM
Sucks dude. That's all I can say.

Also don't start smoking.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 23, 2011, 09:43:24 AM
I'm sorry for you, Walt. :-(

Third or fourth month after is often the worst, in my opinion. Try sports for distraction (and adrenaline is better than alcohol anyway).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 23, 2011, 09:54:26 AM
Third or fourth month after is often the worst, in my opinion.

So round about Eurobash time then ...................  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 23, 2011, 10:07:52 AM
I haven't given up on getting Gnu to come either, not yet anyway!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 23, 2011, 10:18:30 AM
I haven't given up on getting Gnu to come either, not yet anyway!

Well I am really looking forward to his appearance - I would go so far as to say I wil be deeply disappointed if he doesn't show.

There is quite an opportunity here for a meeting of forum stalwarts.
It would be quite something to have Gnu, Marek and White Knight all in the same room along with us regulars - now that would make a Bash Photo - and take the event up a significant notch.

Soth rang me yesterday and there are other significant happenings afoot ...........  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 23, 2011, 10:43:55 AM
Oh?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 23, 2011, 10:46:40 AM
My LGS has gone to the WAAC side.  :icon_frown: I am thinking of finding somewhere else to play, but the next nearest shops are at least an hour away.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 23, 2011, 11:50:19 AM
Soth rang me yesterday and there are other significant happenings afoot ...........  :engel:

Quite so !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 23, 2011, 11:56:26 AM
Soth rang me yesterday and there are other significant happenings afoot ...........  :engel:

Quite so !

yes.... well.... (take this to the eurobash thread?)
 
<-- unhappy now for being left ignorant about footings..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 23, 2011, 11:57:55 AM
At least you still know the problems at hand.







There, I'll do it myself: :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 23, 2011, 12:08:25 PM
I can't quite put my finger on it .................

... but don't worry Soth will keep you abreast of the situation as it unfolds.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 23, 2011, 12:11:28 PM
footings, fingers and hands... but why involve Soth his man boobs in this? I might need to reconsider now  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 23, 2011, 12:16:44 PM
Don't! It will be the bee's knees!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 23, 2011, 12:22:23 PM
Soth will shoulder the responsibility. You just need to put your backs into supporting him.


Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 23, 2011, 12:44:26 PM
Puuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuns!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 23, 2011, 12:48:45 PM
Puuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuns!

What's the matter ? Unhappy because you can't ORChestrate things ........... Badoom Tish  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 23, 2011, 01:08:32 PM
Puuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuns!

What's the matter ? Unhappy because you can't ORChestrate things ........... Badoom Tish  :engel:

troll much?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 23, 2011, 03:09:38 PM
Puuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuns!

What's the matter ? Unhappy because you can't ORChestrate things ........... Badoom Tish  :engel:

troll much?
/thread
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 24, 2011, 11:55:37 AM
Sunglasses are for girls.
I know that this whole 'sun' thing is an alien concept to you men of the isles, but over here it actually exists. Those who went to the EB can testify. So over here sunglasses are not for girls, they're just really handy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 24, 2011, 12:00:37 PM
I get migraine when the sun's too bright. So sunglasses are a must-have.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 24, 2011, 12:56:18 PM
Sunglasses are for girls.
I know that this whole 'sun' thing is an alien concept to you men of the isles, but over here it actually exists. Those who went to the EB can testify. So over here sunglasses are not for girls, they're just really handy.

There's photographic proof of me having visited your "mainland", I know your "sun".

I get migraine when the sun's too bright. So sunglasses are a must-have.

Real men punch migraines in the face!

I suffer from classic migraine, I know your pain.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 24, 2011, 12:58:44 PM
In sunny Europe, migraine punches me.

I suffer from classic migraine, I know your pain.

I'm sorry for you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 24, 2011, 01:04:33 PM
I don't get them very often anymore.

That and I have a confession to make, when it's sunny I can only open one eye unless I wear sunglasses...  :-(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 24, 2011, 01:08:07 PM
I've heard that for some people, migraines are triggered by chocolate, or worse, caffeine. Chocolate and caffeine! I would be so dead.

That and I have a confession to make, when it's sunny I can only open one eye unless I wear sunglasses...  :-(

Huh, how's that?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 24, 2011, 01:10:59 PM
I've heard that for some people, migraines are triggered by chocolate, or worse, caffeine. Chocolate and caffeine! I would be so dead.

If that were the case for me, my rate of migraines would've increased incredibly over the past 4 years, and not dropped to about 1 every year (which is awesome considering I used to get them close to weekly).

Huh, how's that?

Don't know, one of my eyes just seems incredibly sensitive to sunlight, so I literally cannot open that eye when I'm outside in sun.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 24, 2011, 01:13:41 PM
That's not cool at all.

Have you thought about getting those glasses which darken when subjected to UV-radiation?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 24, 2011, 01:15:33 PM
Nope! Costs money.

So I just avoid sunlight.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 24, 2011, 04:47:06 PM
That and I have a confession to make, when it's sunny I can only open one eye unless I wear sunglasses...  :-(

What?! Migraine sufferer AND a fellow one eye closer in bright light? I feel closer to you than that one time we were roomates for a month but never told you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 24, 2011, 04:52:55 PM
That must have been quite the pain when you were in Iraq, Cannon. :icon_confused:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 24, 2011, 05:21:10 PM
You are a strange creature, Cannon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 24, 2011, 06:26:53 PM
You are a strange creature, Cannon.

Huh ............ Pot - Kettle ............. Kettle - Pot ............    :engel:   

 :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 25, 2011, 04:55:43 AM
That must have been quite the pain when you were in Iraq, Cannon. :icon_confused:

I was not in Iraq, I was at a FoB for the B52 Bomber, which flew 14 hours round trip to get to Iraq and back.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 25, 2011, 08:30:03 AM
Nope! Costs money.

So I just avoid sunlight.  :engel:

VAMPIRE !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 25, 2011, 08:35:56 AM
Let's stab a stake through his heart, if he dies he was a vampire!! ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 25, 2011, 08:52:56 AM
 ::heretic:: (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f399/DLShadowwolf/Smileys/weamarchmallow.gif)(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f399/DLShadowwolf/Smileys/sothmad.gif)(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f399/DLShadowwolf/Smileys/weaburn.gif)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 25, 2011, 09:19:31 AM
Gingers are Vampires! The sun burns them!  ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 27, 2011, 11:18:33 AM
The clocks went forward and no one told me!

Also I need to get my hair cut - because it looks stupid - but I hate getting my hair cut.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on March 27, 2011, 12:52:51 PM
It sucks, doesn't it? Whenever I go to get my hair cut I end up looking like a weedy twit, and I don't want to look like what I am.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 27, 2011, 01:46:24 PM
 :icon_lol:

I also need to go to the barber's. Hopefully I'll remember to go this week.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 27, 2011, 07:59:57 PM
The clocks went forward and no one told me!

Also I need to get my hair cut - because it looks stupid - but I hate getting my hair cut.
Ha, that's quite amusing.
I'm glad the clocks went forward, evening sunshine yeh!!!

That's why I always let my hair grow really long, then cut it cut really short.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 27, 2011, 09:30:34 PM
That's why I always let my hair grow really long, then cut it cut really short.

Yeah me too .....................   :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 28, 2011, 11:18:33 AM
I've let my hair get far too long this time. My head is going to look really small after I get my hair cut.


I used to get my hair cut really really short with one of those buzzcutter things, but I always got followed around in shops because I looked like I was going to steal things.



Quote from: Midaski
Yeah me too .....................   

Ha!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 28, 2011, 07:15:02 PM
That's only because of the combination with your emaciated body gives you that whole "I don't need food, drugs have nutritional value too!" look.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 28, 2011, 08:02:19 PM
(http://images.memegenerator.net/HA-HA-Guy/File/966/HA-HA-Guy.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 28, 2011, 10:10:55 PM
You're mean, Batworm.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 29, 2011, 06:21:30 AM
Ha! If I don't keep my own hair short it becomes all too obvious it's thinning out in places and the beard is there to not make people confuse me with a neo-nazi!

Edit: Also, I like this Batworm, might see if I can make up a nice picture but I have zero Photoshop skills.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 29, 2011, 09:09:23 AM

(http://images.memegenerator.net/HA-HA-Guy/File/966/HA-HA-Guy.jpg)


Isn't this Jack Douglas in the film "Carry on Dick"   .............. (Turpin) .......... 


:engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 29, 2011, 09:55:42 AM
(http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs14/f/2007/019/1/4/Flying_Bat_Worm_by_dmarteng.jpg)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 29, 2011, 04:20:12 PM
I sprained my frikkin' foot!

Bad...  :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 29, 2011, 04:24:54 PM
I wonder what you did with it... no, don't tell me.
 :happy:

Anyway, I hope it gets better soon!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 29, 2011, 04:26:25 PM
I fired a guy...  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 29, 2011, 04:33:09 PM
I hope you at least aimed him for the door. Or a window. Or does the ceiling of your office have a new decoration now?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on March 29, 2011, 04:37:49 PM
I got stuck...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 29, 2011, 04:39:14 PM
I got stuck...
:laugh:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 29, 2011, 04:40:31 PM
Surely the "I fired a guy" part should be in the other thread?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 29, 2011, 06:01:29 PM
Not neccesarily.

Take it from someone who has fired more people than he cares to remember.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 29, 2011, 06:34:17 PM
I'm told my perspective is skewed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 29, 2011, 11:41:03 PM
sooooo, both me and my work have no idea where my money has been going for the past 3 months
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 30, 2011, 04:31:44 AM
My phlegm is a weird color. Sinusitis is not winning.

The other day I had not slept for 3 days, so I took a night off work to try and catch up. Nobody else seems to know how to do my job! So I had to come in anyway to do all the paperwork so that the other "people" could finish out the shift. Then I went home and slept for 16 hours.


At least my throat is better, and I am not coughing up a lung anymore. Just nasty olive drab colored loogies.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 30, 2011, 06:20:25 AM
Nice find Finlay!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 30, 2011, 06:29:33 AM
(http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs24/f/2007/337/4/8/Worm_bat_by_PrettyLittlePoppet.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 30, 2011, 07:10:10 AM
Cannon, you've made me do something I've never done before. Change my avatar picture!

I'll probably go back to my usual one somewhere in the future but for now, the bat worm it is!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 30, 2011, 07:23:51 AM
OMG...  :ph34r:
nanannananana batworm!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 30, 2011, 07:32:38 AM
Batworm (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0kyN-iT5Ek)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 30, 2011, 08:19:26 AM
I rock so frickin hard.

(http://images.free-extras.com/pics/f/free_hugs-1445.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 30, 2011, 10:28:04 AM
Batworm (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0kyN-iT5Ek)

While listening to this I have to restrain myself from shouting "BAT WORM!!!" out loud in the office.

P.S. seems they got the text wrong! Catchy tune though...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 30, 2011, 11:34:17 AM
(http://images.free-extras.com/pics/f/free_hugs-1445.gif)


I wish that image just had the squid in it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 30, 2011, 11:40:11 AM
But it's a well known fact that squids love to hug. The mythical Kraken, terror of many a greek town, was simply lonely, and all he wanted was somebody to love him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 30, 2011, 11:56:41 AM
Yes, but it doesn't really work as an avatar. You can just see the words.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 30, 2011, 12:02:29 PM
Unhappy Random thoughts:
Why on earth am I looking for squid pictures...
 
anyway.. what about this one Rufus?
 
(http://cdn.freecoloringsheets.net/samples/In_The_Water/Squid.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 30, 2011, 12:13:10 PM
Thanks!


Quote from: StealthKnightSteg
Why on earth am I looking for squid pictures...

Because you are awesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 30, 2011, 12:28:02 PM
(http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs24/f/2007/337/4/8/Worm_bat_by_PrettyLittlePoppet.png)
Did you make that?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 30, 2011, 04:56:29 PM
Batworm (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0kyN-iT5Ek)

While listening to this I have to restrain myself from shouting "BAT WORM!!!" out loud in the office.

Me too. Curse you, Soth!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 31, 2011, 05:00:18 AM
(http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs24/f/2007/337/4/8/Worm_bat_by_PrettyLittlePoppet.png)
Did you make that?

Nope. I googled bat worm.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 31, 2011, 05:53:45 AM
Squid Picture Rampage!


(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v231/PrayciousAnjel/Squid%20For%20Duck/ddc5j5.jpg)
(http://derbyimages.woot.com/Shigwarm/Giant_Squid_vs._Jet_Fighter-f1e6n4-d.jpg)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_JZB8SfP9vvY/TURUCdx8SKI/AAAAAAAAA-0/mn3Kd31-dz8/s1600/obamahope.jpg)
(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/152/359148631_380f1623bc.jpg)
(http://nachotime.com/pics/squid.bmp)
(http://fc08.deviantart.com/fs33/i/2008/238/8/e/Giant_Squid_Commission_by_catzilla.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 31, 2011, 06:45:08 AM
(http://fc08.deviantart.com/fs33/i/2008/238/8/e/Giant_Squid_Commission_by_catzilla.jpg)

Yo dawg! I know you like squids, so I put a squid in the tentacle of a squid so you never run out of squid even when you squirt 'till it hurt, you dig?

(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j373/BAWTRM/Funny/YoDawg.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 31, 2011, 07:38:12 AM
Yo dawg! I know you like squids, so I put a squid in the tentacle of a squid so you never run out of squid even when you squirt 'till it hurt, you dig?

I don't believe that I do, in fact, dig.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 31, 2011, 10:14:22 AM
Boring class is boring. All 4 hours of it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 31, 2011, 10:26:29 AM
asorted unhappy thoughts:
1) at work trying to create boring testcases
2) at work not having my BRB and AB with me to check a few things
3) at work not being able to paint up my 2nd and 3rd entries that needs to be done today and probably won't make it
 
Also 1 collegue already gone a few days due to a family member laying on her deathbed.. and now another collegue has rushed home/hospital coz his mother is been admitted with urgency..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 31, 2011, 11:16:36 AM
asorted unhappy thoughts:
1) at work trying to create boring testcases
2) at work not having my BRB and AB with me to check a few things
3) at work not being able to paint up my 2nd and 3rd entries that needs to be done today and probably won't make it

All you had to say was that you were at work.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 31, 2011, 12:10:50 PM
Squid Picture Rampage!

Thanks cannon!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 31, 2011, 12:49:42 PM
Squid Picture Rampage!

Thanks cannon!

I aim to please. (unfortunately my aim is terrible)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 31, 2011, 07:11:36 PM
Yes, since those images are (according to google) from malware distributing sites.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 31, 2011, 09:55:33 PM
Yes, since those images are (according to google) from malware distributing sites.
There are not a lot of image hosting or blogging sites that AREN'T malware distributors.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 01, 2011, 05:54:58 AM
Yes, since those images are (according to google) from malware distributing sites.
There are not a lot of image hosting or blogging sites that AREN'T malware distributors.
....Which is the poorest excuse in the history of man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 01, 2011, 06:03:31 AM
Yes, since those images are (according to google) from malware distributing sites.
There are not a lot of image hosting or blogging sites that AREN'T malware distributors.
....Which is the poorest excuse in the history of man.

How about: "If you can't handle a walware distributing website, then you have no business bringing your curly blonde locks onto the internet."
 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 01, 2011, 06:22:21 AM
Yes, since those images are (according to google) from malware distributing sites.
There are not a lot of image hosting or blogging sites that AREN'T malware distributors.
....Which is the poorest excuse in the history of man.

How about: "If you can't handle a walware distributing website, then you have no business bringing your curly blonde locks onto the internet."
 :closed-eyes:

What is walware ? Stuff you buy at Wal-mart ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 01, 2011, 07:06:38 AM
Yes, since those images are (according to google) from malware distributing sites.
There are not a lot of image hosting or blogging sites that AREN'T malware distributors.
....Which is the poorest excuse in the history of man.

How about: "If you can't handle a walware distributing website, then you have no business bringing your curly blonde locks onto the internet."
 :closed-eyes:

What is walware ? Stuff you buy at Wal-mart ?
>.< d'oh. Walware is a typo caused by malware in my brain! All my brains are malwarez!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 01, 2011, 12:08:26 PM
So the squid pictures might have eaten my computer? I don't think they have.



Also, something that has been annoying me recently: I have lost at least half of my socks. They have vanished and I can't find them!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 01, 2011, 12:37:18 PM
Also, something that has been annoying me recently: I have lost at least half of my socks. They have vanished and I can't find them!
I know how you feel! My dad always steals mine.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on April 01, 2011, 12:58:56 PM
You should probably ask your dad to stop stealing rufus' socks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 01, 2011, 01:11:14 PM
So the squid pictures might have eaten my computer? I don't think they have.



Also, something that has been annoying me recently: I have lost at least half of my socks. They have vanished and I can't find them!
But you hate socks
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 01, 2011, 01:14:40 PM
You should probably ask your dad to stop stealing rufus' socks.
I guess I should- but I doubt that he's doing that now. He's just had his knee replaced and can't walk for more than 100 metres. Or sit regularly for more than 20 minutes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 01, 2011, 01:19:46 PM
You should probably ask your dad to stop stealing rufus' socks.
I guess I should- but I doubt that he's doing that now. He's just had his knee replaced and can't walk for more than 100 metres. Or sit regularly for more than 20 minutes.


What's a metre? Is that like, a foreign word that you foreigners use for time measures? Like g'day and mate? Or whinger?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 01, 2011, 01:21:45 PM
But you hate socks

Yes, I do. But I still have to wear them sometimes!


So give them back, Obi's dad!

(and get well soon).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 01, 2011, 01:29:45 PM
You should probably ask your dad to stop stealing rufus' socks.
I guess I should- but I doubt that he's doing that now. He's just had his knee replaced and can't walk for more than 100 metres. Or sit regularly for more than 20 minutes.


What's a metre? Is that like, a foreign word that you foreigners use for time measures? Like g'day and mate? Or whinger?
it is the length of my penis

Especially for you: replace '100 metres' with '110 yards'
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 01, 2011, 04:37:08 PM
You should probably ask your dad to stop stealing rufus' socks.
I guess I should- but I doubt that he's doing that now. He's just had his knee replaced and can't walk for more than 100 metres. Or sit regularly for more than 20 minutes.


What's a metre? Is that like, a foreign word that you foreigners use for time measures? Like g'day and mate? Or whinger?
it is the length of my penis

Especially for you: replace '100 metres' with '110 yards'

Then I won't have enough room for you in the car  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 01, 2011, 05:27:19 PM
Don't worry, it wraps around the waist.

White text just doesn't cut it anymore  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on April 01, 2011, 06:30:56 PM
Fandir cannot get home from work because the train drivers are on strike.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on April 01, 2011, 06:59:02 PM
Sounds good.

Shall we say in 15 minutes?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on April 01, 2011, 08:20:16 PM
I know you are fast, but that fast ...  :engel:







*Shadowlord aka Greased lightning*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on April 02, 2011, 07:11:36 AM
Ba-dum-tish!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on April 02, 2011, 07:29:45 AM
Fandir cannot get home from work because the train drivers are on strike.

That kind of thing always makes one want to strike the train drivers.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 02, 2011, 10:32:48 AM
I book a weekend off work ages ago, for two weekends ago. It keeps getting pushed back until this week. I have a nice lie in, woken up by repeated phone calls.

Work wants me in tonight and tomorrow, but they'll "Definately give me time off next weekend"  :engel:

Being a good boy I'm going in.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 02, 2011, 10:46:09 AM
Yes, it's great to be appreciated.
 :laugh:

I'm typing this from work by the way...
 :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on April 02, 2011, 12:54:24 PM
Working on Saturdays wasn't the best invention, no :| (also typing from work...)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 05, 2011, 03:01:51 PM
I finally had my hair cut, but now it's far too short!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 05, 2011, 03:07:28 PM
Get rid of the flimsy rest and go bald.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 05, 2011, 03:13:57 PM
No way!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on April 05, 2011, 03:36:02 PM
Well, maybe Fandir should set a good example and attend the Eurobash bald-headed.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 05, 2011, 03:44:41 PM
You mean as a Midaski look alike?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 05, 2011, 03:45:50 PM
You mean as a Midaski look alike?


 :Ohmy: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 05, 2011, 03:49:31 PM
Soth, you may as well take him down now... or should that pleasure be saved for the more august among us?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 05, 2011, 03:51:35 PM
Soth, you may as well take him down now... or should that pleasure be saved for the more august among us?


Apologies, but I do not understand this. And I mean I do not comprehend the meaning of your words.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 05, 2011, 03:54:22 PM
 :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on April 05, 2011, 04:24:10 PM
I am upset rufus does not wish to have a fully shaved tonsure - we could pretend we were brothers .........  :closed-eyes:

Well, maybe Fandir should set a good example and attend the Eurobash   :engel:

This time last year this would have been a collapse with laughter moment, but now it merely highlights the phantom like nature of Mrs Zent.

Actually I am deeply disappointed as I had a whole book of "Two Zents" jokes lined up ...............

.......... still we'll just have to make do with jibes about Fandir having trouble with his old banger.    :engel:


Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 05, 2011, 04:34:32 PM
I don´t understand...the "old banger" is attending the bash...we will drive with his car  :icon_question:




 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 07, 2011, 09:49:38 AM
I bid on £20 on 3 marauder giants,,hoping I'd get one.

I'm still high  bidder on all 3.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 07, 2011, 09:50:55 AM
20 GBP on each or on all three?

The latter would be cool; the former - not so much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 07, 2011, 09:53:27 AM
I bid on £20 on 3 marauder giants,,hoping I'd get one.

I'm still high  bidder on all 3.

If you win them all I will buy one from you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 07, 2011, 01:33:30 PM
I bid on £20 on 3 marauder giants,,hoping I'd get one.

I'm still high  bidder on all 3.

If you win them all I will buy one from you.


And I the other. Provided it's delivered to my door.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 08, 2011, 04:37:58 PM
It's early April, in the north of England, and I am slightly sunburned!

Ridiculous.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on April 09, 2011, 02:52:43 PM
It's early April, in the north of England, and I am slightly sunburned!

Ridiculous.

ahhhhhhhhhhhh  Poor baby !! what is slightly Sunburn??
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on April 09, 2011, 02:56:08 PM
Ahahahahah,,,,! Lols its brown cayse sun warm..., ölolz,
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 09, 2011, 03:40:05 PM
It's early April, in the north of England, and I am slightly sunburned!

Ridiculous.

ahhhhhhhhhhhh  Poor baby !! what is slightly Sunburn??

Perhaps a photo would help?

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/calvary-rocks01/1230-snooki.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 09, 2011, 03:55:59 PM
OH GOD MY EYES.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 09, 2011, 04:02:48 PM
Here, you can have Soth's.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on April 09, 2011, 06:31:44 PM
I'm getting Tomb Kings!

My willpower is bleeding... :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 09, 2011, 11:18:12 PM
I'm in love!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on April 10, 2011, 03:39:13 AM
so long as she never ever spoke....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 10, 2011, 03:57:27 AM
sorry im not into hobgoblins, let alone one from Jowsey.  :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 10, 2011, 04:44:32 AM
I don't understand your reaction. The woman is a published author.

(http://theutscmessenger.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/snooki_book.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 10, 2011, 05:55:35 AM
That cover says more about the state of America than any multi-hour long speech ever could.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 10, 2011, 06:26:18 AM
Yes, you guys are screwed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 10, 2011, 11:59:38 AM
One less on the list of "countries I think about emigrating to".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 10, 2011, 01:44:35 PM
Don't worry, we have them contained to a small area.

Kind of like a zoo, but less natural.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 10, 2011, 02:22:43 PM
Don't worry, we have them contained to a small area.

Kind of like a zoo, but less natural.

Well, small area, yes, because it is the third smallest state in the country. But it's more than half the size of Switzerland or The Netherlands, or two thirds of Belgium, or eight Luxembourgs.

Unless you mean just the Jersey Shore, which is not a very large area at all. And 99.9999 percent of people from New Jersey are NOT like those ... things ... on TV.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 10, 2011, 04:27:44 PM
I actually met someone from the same town as one of those... things (forget which). I dislike the show. She hates it with a passion.

It was actually quite funny...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 10, 2011, 04:30:19 PM
 :icon_cry: we just watched the last episode of Boston Legal....

We need a new drug.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 10, 2011, 06:38:52 PM
Don't worry, I'll hook you up to "The Wire" or "Deadwood" next.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 10, 2011, 07:15:56 PM
The Wire is fantastic. I haven't seen deadwood yet, but it's on my list.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 11, 2011, 09:04:09 AM
Unhappy about reading all this stuff to do and watch and knowing that I seem to be missing time to any of it...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on April 11, 2011, 02:05:40 PM
I am off to continue my crusade against the GW hate on the sites I have armies for, and now that I am fully back to work, you guys will see less of my loathing of unsatisfied nerds in the coming months.

This was meant for all who cares, both of them.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 11, 2011, 02:35:59 PM
Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!


give me your phone number.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 11, 2011, 02:41:01 PM
I am off to continue my crusade against the GW hate on the sites I have armies for, and now that I am fully back to work, you guys will see less of my loathing of unsatisfied nerds in the coming months.

This was meant for all who cares, both of them.  :icon_lol:

Am I one of the "both" that cares?
Just asking before I might be replying the wrong way  ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 11, 2011, 05:04:10 PM
I am off to continue my crusade against the GW hate on the sites I have armies for, and now that I am fully back to work, you guys will see less of my loathing of unsatisfied nerds in the coming months.

This was meant for all who cares, both of them.  :icon_lol:

Bad news for you. I shot the other guy yesterday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 11, 2011, 06:32:13 PM
*pats himself down*

No you didn't.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 11, 2011, 07:11:45 PM
Bad news for you. I shot the other guy yesterday.

Well, we know where you were...

Gun accidentally goes off during Tri-State Gun and Knife Show

http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/apr/09/gun-accidently-goes-during-tri-state-gun-and-knife/?partner=popular
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 11, 2011, 07:29:11 PM
"Accidentally"   :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 11, 2011, 07:50:53 PM
Im pissed off. I finally bought Shogun 2 today, inserted the disc, ceremonially installed it, selected language "English" and with delight in my heart, started it for the first time.

Only to be greeted by a German menu.

Very much miffed, I quit, went into steam - and discovered that the language seems to be fixed for my version. Hooray...
 :icon_confused:

I only hope they did a better job with the translation than in previous titles.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 11, 2011, 08:47:50 PM
They didn´t.....well it is still fun though.

but as the fonts are itsy bitsy tiny you won´t mind.

Also always....always build farms ASAP. Your army literally marches on your stomach.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 11, 2011, 08:58:44 PM
OK, now I'm REALLY pissed. First battle. Won. Game freezes.


AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAraaaaarrrrrgh!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 11, 2011, 09:22:25 PM
 :happy:

Also CannonOfDoom bought stuff for his xboxlive gamerprofile.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 11, 2011, 09:46:45 PM
Big Whitey is watching you.....well Aldaris you must have gotten the gamma version this game has not frozen once on me...My Hojo Mojo and Schimatzu .....you get it are slicing and dicing all great. Get a ninja to max level mine got a funny mask as a gift.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 12, 2011, 06:45:08 PM
OK, now I'm REALLY pissed. First battle. Won. Game freezes.


AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAraaaaarrrrrgh!
Same happened to me. Couldn't be bothered to start it up again and left the game for two days. The first battle after that was a boring, foggy and confusing grind fest that I lost. Got back to the map, game crashed, stopped playing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 12, 2011, 06:46:13 PM
Okay, not being a guy to give up easily I updated all drivers, defragged my hard disc and tried Shogun 2 again. There even was a patch today, yay! And I did the first battle again.

And at the end of the battle - it crashed. Again.

I am... NOT PLEASED.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 12, 2011, 06:48:07 PM
Yeah, I can dig that.

I'd be bloody furious, I'm not a calm guy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 12, 2011, 06:52:30 PM
I'll give it another go. If it crashes again after that fucking battle I'll have had it with this game for now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 12, 2011, 07:09:46 PM
I must have a knack for choosing extremely stable systems. I've never had problems, even with Empire which apparently crashed hourly for some people.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Firey Baps on April 12, 2011, 07:15:53 PM
Spotify adverts should be high treason.  :-( Especially Lispy Mcgee and his sthpotify tuth and thqeeth boxth tuth.  :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 12, 2011, 07:20:35 PM
:icon_cry: we just watched the last episode of Boston Legal....

We need a new drug.
Monk?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 12, 2011, 08:13:51 PM
Okay, not being a guy to give up easily I updated all drivers, defragged my hard disc and tried Shogun 2 again. There even was a patch today, yay! And I did the first battle again.

And at the end of the battle - it crashed. Again.

I am... NOT PLEASED.
(http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRdeIFBvx6f0awH1cit4PsEs8se3XxcR2h_7OkMO8gfAmzPhxlI)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 12, 2011, 08:19:24 PM
Go explode violently Obi.

Just do it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 12, 2011, 08:46:43 PM
That pic propably did capture my expression during the second crash rather well though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 12, 2011, 08:48:34 PM
It definitely manages to convey emotional turmoil and unquenchable rage.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on April 12, 2011, 11:10:33 PM
I am told by my son that the crashing at the end of a game is a driver thing.

It is not enough to have the latest drivers ( his was only 3 weeks old) you have to have the specific driver that says it plays Shogun.

If that makes sense - I deciphered it from a series of grunts ...........
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 12, 2011, 11:14:52 PM
At least Shogun reminded me why I shouldn't buy games on the release, ever.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 12, 2011, 11:22:01 PM
Why? I have not had any problems. Aldaris is the first person I've heard of that's had any problems at all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 13, 2011, 06:56:27 AM
Why? I have not had any problems. Aldaris is the first person I've heard of that's had any problems at all.

I find your decision not to rate patsy as a "person" a bit harsh, but anyway - you might want to take a look at, for example, the TWCenter website. The technical help forum is stuffed full of "...crashes..." topics in endless variations.
 :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 13, 2011, 08:19:58 AM
Well seems I was a good boy and therefore no crashes for me.

Yay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 13, 2011, 12:02:53 PM
I like my sanity, so I don't venture into their non-modding forums. *shrug*

And I wasn't aware that patsy had gotten the game.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 13, 2011, 12:09:55 PM
I like my sanity, so I don't venture into their non-modding forums. *shrug*

Certainly no worse than warseer or really most forums dealing with some kind of hobby/game. The usual rabid whining like everywhere else, with the occasional splash of valid, constructive criticism or positive comments.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 13, 2011, 12:16:16 PM
Maybe I've just clicked on the wrong threads in the past then...

My impression was on par with the official Bioware forums.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 13, 2011, 12:42:14 PM
My impression was on par with the official Bioware forums...

...which are typical examples as well. Like I said, a majority of rabid whining with the occasional splashes of reason mixed in. Visiting forums for things that are supposed to be fun is no laughing matter these days.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 13, 2011, 03:35:17 PM
I find your decision not to rate patsy as a "person" a bit harsh

It is however, accurate.

I distinctly recall him being a "twink" for Shadowlord, and they certainly aren't people.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on April 13, 2011, 05:44:26 PM
Visiting forums for things that are supposed to be fun is no laughing matter these days.

 :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 14, 2011, 12:17:09 AM
Visiting forums for things that are supposed to be fun is no laughing matter these days.

 :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol:

(http://img282.imageshack.us/img282/6977/helloseriousbusiness3am.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 16, 2011, 05:52:26 PM
Bought Empire Battalion box nicely sealed and stuff, but missing 5 from the 8 cavalry bases and seems 1 head missing from the handgunners/xbow sprue... :x
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 16, 2011, 05:58:02 PM
Tell GW customer service. They're very obliging when it comes to stuff like this.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 16, 2011, 07:19:21 PM
Tell GW customer service. They're very obliging when it comes to stuff like this.

already sent a mail but need to wait till atleast monday for a response
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 18, 2011, 03:50:18 PM
so my dad may or may not be having a heart attack... :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 18, 2011, 06:07:47 PM
That sucks. :icon_neutral:

How come you don't know for sure? Have you called 911?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 18, 2011, 10:17:10 PM
they live in a different state.

his facebook status read
"Doc did ekg and blood work and said ekg was irregular and thinks i was having heart attack , so to be safe wanted me hospital now. said no because when i take a tums chest pain goes away, so chest pain is heart burn, will do stress test tue and go from there. Mostly he wasn't sure but thought from ekg lt ventricle was enlarged and the beat wasn't right."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: steveb on April 18, 2011, 11:23:12 PM
I worked for a hobby store long ago, he had a shrink wrapper for boxes. It was no trouble for him to reshrink wrap a game or model and put it back on the shelf. This is what may have happened to you battali0on box.  steveb
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 19, 2011, 06:50:19 AM
I worked for a hobby store long ago, he had a shrink wrapper for boxes. It was no trouble for him to reshrink wrap a game or model and put it back on the shelf. This is what may have happened to you battali0on box.  steveb

That might have been a possibility though I find it far fetched for our game store as it's also the local gaming club, everything they use for the club and then have left over gets put in clear plastic bags for resale at discount prices. The club also pays for any stuf they use. Besides why open a battalion box for a few parts if there are smaller packs around with only bases in them? Anyway haven't heard from Customer Support yet :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 26, 2011, 07:12:20 AM
Family feast on eastern, nougat creme everyone of us ate expiring date: 09.04.04

 :ph34r:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 26, 2011, 07:30:50 AM
Don't worry, green spots wil undoubtedly make you look better...  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 26, 2011, 08:56:10 AM
I am already the prettiest of the Eurbashbunch where will all this looking great lead?


 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 26, 2011, 10:03:46 AM
I am already the prettiest of the Eurbashbunch where will all this looking great lead?


 :engel:


You get to share a room with Aldaris.  'nuff said.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 26, 2011, 03:31:32 PM
I have 3 major assignments this week, and my head feels like it's in a vice grip while my nose is excreting various substances. Why did I have to get sick now?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 26, 2011, 03:33:15 PM
Cosmic humour.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 26, 2011, 04:15:48 PM
Fender Bender.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 26, 2011, 11:17:40 PM
Cosmic humour.

Ecumenical Whimsy
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 26, 2011, 11:32:01 PM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UynBjCBqJKI/TGEklJ1mtVI/AAAAAAAAAsY/nCNuM8wLJHA/s400/ted.jpg)

THAT WOULD BE AN ECUMENICAL MATTER!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 27, 2011, 06:36:14 AM
Fender Bender.

So it's a good thing I'm driving to the Eurobash then?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 27, 2011, 09:52:31 AM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UynBjCBqJKI/TGEklJ1mtVI/AAAAAAAAAsY/nCNuM8wLJHA/s400/ted.jpg)

THAT WOULD BE AN ECUMENICAL MATTER!

Lower case catholic means "of broad or liberal scope". Like cosmic.  :engel:

I see what you did there. Thesaurus'ed!

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_YtxGNf8GgRA/SlcdocbdzLI/AAAAAAAADYo/cp2yCiGDvIw/s1600/thesaurus.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 27, 2011, 03:32:44 PM
Fender Bender.

So it's a good thing I'm driving to the Eurobash then?
Perhaps, accident wasn't really avoidable though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 28, 2011, 06:40:23 AM
Fender Bender.

So it's a good thing I'm driving to the Eurobash then?
Perhaps, accident wasn't really avoidable though.

So what did happen? I'm sure it did have less impact then the accident I had couple of months ago.. seeing I gave a van flying lessons
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 28, 2011, 09:11:41 AM
Finlay will punch me for my unpainted models.


Well I guess totally worth it wasting time with Shogun Total War.

Here is the proof:

(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/2011-04-16_00015.jpg?t=1303981838)

(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/2011-04-16_00016-1.jpg?t=1303981838)

(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/2011-04-27_00001.jpg?t=1303981838)

(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/2011-04-16_00014-1.jpg?t=1303981838)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 28, 2011, 09:14:11 AM
(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/2011-04-16_00016-1.jpg?t=1303981838)

Dang! That guy on the right has found the Triforce!

Cheater.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 28, 2011, 09:45:36 AM
actually it is the symbol of the Hojo clan, and Nintendo used their symbol for the triforce.

(http://cdn.guyism.com/wp-content/uploads/the-more-you-know.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 28, 2011, 09:48:23 AM
Hehe.

(For the record, I was, of course, referring to the fact that there is no way to actually get the Triforce in OoT. Do I get geek cred for this, lose coolness points, or both?)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 28, 2011, 09:57:43 AM
Fender Bender.

So it's a good thing I'm driving to the Eurobash then?
Perhaps, accident wasn't really avoidable though.

So what did happen? I'm sure it did have less impact then the accident I had couple of months ago.. seeing I gave a van flying lessons
I switched from the right lane to the middle one, he switched from the left to the middle one, from behind me. Didn't see his blinker, if he had it turned on. So our sides smashed into eachother, because he was going about twice as fast as I was (driving onto the A1).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 28, 2011, 10:06:06 AM
Fender Bender.

So it's a good thing I'm driving to the Eurobash then?
Perhaps, accident wasn't really avoidable though.

So what did happen? I'm sure it did have less impact then the accident I had couple of months ago.. seeing I gave a van flying lessons
I switched from the right lane to the middle one, he switched from the left to the middle one, from behind me. Didn't see his blinker, if he had it turned on. So our sides smashed into eachother, because he was going about twice as fast as I was (driving onto the A1).


So, are you Ben Kenobi or Ben Hur ? I'm beginning to have doubts...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 28, 2011, 10:25:28 AM
Fender Bender.

So it's a good thing I'm driving to the Eurobash then?
Perhaps, accident wasn't really avoidable though.

So what did happen? I'm sure it did have less impact then the accident I had couple of months ago.. seeing I gave a van flying lessons
I switched from the right lane to the middle one, he switched from the left to the middle one, from behind me. Didn't see his blinker, if he had it turned on. So our sides smashed into eachother, because he was going about twice as fast as I was (driving onto the A1).


So, are you Ben Kenobi or Ben Hur ? I'm beginning to have doubts...
I combine the best of both :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on April 28, 2011, 12:03:51 PM
Did you lop off his arm?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 28, 2011, 12:32:35 PM
THAT WOULD BE AN ECUMENICAL MATTER!

Awesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 28, 2011, 12:44:30 PM
Well I guess totally worth it to spend quality time with Shogun Total War.

Fixed that for you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 28, 2011, 01:04:11 PM
Finlay will punch me for my unpainted models.




boooooo
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 28, 2011, 02:24:15 PM
Hehe.

(For the record, I was, of course, referring to the fact that there is no way to actually get the Triforce in OoT. Do I get geek cred for this, lose coolness points, or both?)
you loose points, remember you do get one piece of the Triforce.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 28, 2011, 02:34:58 PM
I can live with that, as long as I don't lose them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Firey Baps on May 01, 2011, 01:06:47 PM
Just pre-ordered Gears 3 from Game and I've yet to get the beta code.  :icon_cry:

I even sent in a customer help thingummy in order to get quicker answers. Some luck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on May 03, 2011, 02:55:31 PM
Lost my little plastic bag with navi, camera, car radio front 2 cd's and camera bag with some extra batteries on the eurobash... Felt pretty shitty about that.. hope the police will get it from some honest people, but I doubt it.
Still nothing to reconsider going next year! Just need to be a bit more carefull next time around. Now hope I can reclaim it from the insurance..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 06, 2011, 08:28:35 PM
22:30. Just got a call from my boss, I need to come in tomorrow.

Yay...
 :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 06, 2011, 08:57:04 PM
No you don't?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 06, 2011, 09:08:10 PM
Yes I do. One guy in my team screwed up, and this thing needs to be done on monday. And since I can't reach him and I didn't catch the error it's mine to fix. Should have double checked.
 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 06, 2011, 09:16:37 PM
Oh you and your job of responsibility!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 06, 2011, 09:21:20 PM
At least I get to kick his ass on monday. That's somewhat comforting.
 :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 07, 2011, 07:25:23 AM
Pfff. Ass kicking is overrated.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 07, 2011, 07:44:22 AM
I hate it to be honest, but I think there's one in order anyway.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 07, 2011, 07:49:10 AM
I'm not denying its neccesity sometimes, I just don't get any pleasure out of it.




@Aldaris : PM me your mobile number, by the way
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on May 07, 2011, 10:21:53 AM
I hate it to be honest, but I think there's one in order anyway.

Call in the Chemical Castration Police ......................   :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 07, 2011, 09:37:48 PM
I got the Tower Knight Demon's Souls boss' health down so low I could not see the bar anymore, all he needed was one more hit.... At which point I promptly flubbed a roll which I had literally just done 50 times in the past 15 minutes, and got clobbered by his shield.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 07, 2011, 09:43:38 PM
Tower Knight is easy* Depending on class and weapon

Go Flamelurker.

*Edit

What are you in Demon's Souls, and what equip?

I'd offer to blue phantom for you, but with psn down and all... and different editions of the game...  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 07, 2011, 09:52:55 PM
Knight with just the base equipment, cling ring and thief ring. I've only done 1-1 with this char.

I'm considering restarting with a royal or tower knight though. Mainly because I like the look of the royal's special ring.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 07, 2011, 09:56:15 PM
Yeah, go Royal, do 1-1 then go to 4-1 for the sword behind the first black skeleton. Excellent sword as it does damage based on magic and it regens mana. That's what my current playthrough character did.

That sword killed Tower Knight in 4 swings to the head.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 07, 2011, 09:57:48 PM
Which one is 4-1?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 07, 2011, 10:07:39 PM
Shrine of Storms, or the Archstone of the Shadowmen.

The sword is the Crescent Blade +1.

If you don't use your shield effectively though, the skeletons will really, really beat you up hard. They're nasty buggers till you get the trick of them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Jape on May 07, 2011, 10:51:42 PM
Ah a thread to spew, good idea chaps.

The thing that grinds my gears at present is thought of spending another year living with this 'couple' I... well live with! I'm a third year University History student and due to a lot of reasons that would take too long to go into, and frankly 90% are my own damn fault, I'll be resitting.

Start of this year, so September 2010, I moved in with a guy I'd become friends with on my course and a girl I knew via another friend who needed a place and couldn't find one. Alone they're fine, fine people always a good laugh etc.

Sadly recently they've become close and are for all intents and purposes a couple now. This on paper is no problem to me, I've lived with couples before and for many years. My parents for example.  :happy:

However they are possibly the most cloying, mawkish twosome I've ever bourne witness to. Sopperific 'w's seem to creep into all their sentences as in "Aww I wove wou"! etc. Not only are they the living embodiment of every love-struck stereotype but they are totally self-sustaining. I cannot count the number of times I've been in deep conversation with one of them only to be stonewalled due to the other say... coughing. They then proceed to go awww and other proceeds to give the sick party a "hankwerchief" or something equally vomit inducing. Then there are the nights to the pub/cinema that are quickly revealed to be dates with myself taking the role of third wheel/torture victim.

A level of schmaltz I can stomach but this combined with being made to feel a stranger in mine own home is altogether a constant blister on my heel. It hasn't driven me round the twist but I dare say a few more months could do it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 07, 2011, 10:56:47 PM
Shoot them.

(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_SbqmniDL190/SD7cVxiPa0I/AAAAAAAAAwo/nk6PCTzZL8k/s320/ronald-lacey.jpg)

Shoot them both.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 09, 2011, 03:13:56 AM
Shrine of Storms, or the Archstone of the Shadowmen.

The sword is the Crescent Blade +1.

If you don't use your shield effectively though, the skeletons will really, really beat you up hard. They're nasty buggers till you get the trick of them.

I can't get past the first guy... I just get slaughtered. Can't block for shit because one hit drains all my stamina, he moves too fast for spells, and I get one hit in then he kills me. I think I'll try without the Tower Knight wondersword again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on May 09, 2011, 04:50:25 AM
There's something you can apply to your sword that makes the Tower Knight go down in a screaming heap but I forget what it is. It's not the fire oil stuff. I think it's something that makes you do magic damage. I only had one use of it at the time but once I applied it he died like a bitch. He didn't get up from the first knockdown, he just died.

Anyway he's pretty easy. Like I was saying, you need to go do 2-2 ASAP to get the fire demon's heart to start upgrading your gear.

Ah, just looked it up. Sticky White Stuff is the weapon consumable that I used to massacre him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 09, 2011, 02:57:09 PM
Sticky White Stuff, the best item in the game. Best named anyway.   :engel:

Anyway, if you have Soul Arrow Tower Knight is easy anyway  :closed-eyes: Though a real man punches Tower Knight to death.

As a caster I'd only go to 2-2 once I'd killed Tower Knight and freed Sage Freke. Warding helps so much on Flamelurker (I know he does fire damage, but he also does massive physical).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on May 10, 2011, 12:31:45 AM
Yeah that's fair. I didn't play a caster, I picked up a few spells early on for quality of life like the hearthstone equivalent one. I forget names because it was ages ago now. I played a lightly armoured high strength/dex character for the first half then threw on Garl Vinland's armour right near the end, did world 5 right before 1-4. I started using buff casts fairly often. I did use Soul Arrow to kill Flamelurker from memory. He was just too tough in melee for an unarmoured guy because of no Fire resist. He was so quick too.

Only regret was I didn't go back and do Old King Doran.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 10, 2011, 02:35:07 AM
DICE! DAMN YOU ALL TO HELL!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 10, 2011, 09:04:05 AM
Tomb kings batallion is £70!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 10, 2011, 12:31:56 PM
Tomb kings batallion is £70!

You expected anything less?  :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on May 10, 2011, 01:23:51 PM
The TK book is £22.50 ............... £22.50

 :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 10, 2011, 01:41:40 PM
Tomb kings batallion is £70!

You expected anything less?  :icon_rolleyes:
I guess I was expecting about 55-60.
But seeing as a single box of 10 guys is now £25....

I know it's boring to moan though!

The TK book is £22.50 ............... £22.50

 :icon_rolleyes:
and the OnG one.
But I do quite like it being hard back.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 10, 2011, 07:31:40 PM
my life went down the shitter the moment I said shes my girlfriend.  Failed out of school because of her, broke because of her, emotionally damaged because of her, controlled by her, feel miserable because of her, cant leave because of her.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on May 10, 2011, 07:54:58 PM
The TK book is £22.50 ............... £22.50

 :icon_rolleyes:

I know! Almost as cheap as my lunch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 10, 2011, 10:42:30 PM
karmas a bitch.  the cat that likes me over my girlfriend too a dump under her desk.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 10, 2011, 10:44:47 PM
It seems silly to ask over the internet, but you doing ok?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 11, 2011, 09:27:16 AM
karmas a bitch.  the cat that likes me over my girlfriend too a dump under her desk.

*insert head-scratching smiley*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on May 11, 2011, 09:55:08 AM
cats are awesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 11, 2011, 10:01:19 AM
Yeah FFH, you doing all right over there?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 11, 2011, 10:20:24 AM
my life went down the shitter the moment I said shes my girlfriend.  Failed out of school because of her, broke because of her, emotionally damaged because of her, controlled by her, feel miserable because of her, cant leave because of her.

Huh, I missed that. And I second what the good welsh- and dutchman were asking.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 11, 2011, 10:53:47 AM
my life went down the shitter the moment I said shes my girlfriend.  Failed out of school because of her, broke because of her, emotionally damaged because of her, controlled by her, feel miserable because of her, cant leave because of her.

You wanna come over and just hug it out, champ? Just two dudes, hugging through our struggles. Totally butch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 11, 2011, 11:08:30 AM
Alright, after reading it again and some consideration:

my life went down the shitter the moment I said shes my girlfriend.  Failed out of school because of her, broke because of her, emotionally damaged because of her, controlled by her, feel miserable because of her, cant leave because of her.

Two words: GET. OUT.

You're a nice guy +  You have some brains + You don't look half-bad = You will find somebody else.

As low as you feel now, I promise you, it will get worse if you stay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 11, 2011, 11:25:57 AM
I agree with Gnu Gnu.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 11, 2011, 01:25:47 PM
Alright, after reading it again and some consideration:

my life went down the shitter the moment I said shes my girlfriend.  Failed out of school because of her, broke because of her, emotionally damaged because of her, controlled by her, feel miserable because of her, cant leave because of her.

Two words: GET. OUT.

You're a nice guy +  You have some brains + You don't look half-bad = You will find somebody else.

As low as you feel now, I promise you, it will get worse if you stay.
I agree. Getting out is always an option, even if it involves a shotgun and sulphuric acid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 11, 2011, 02:13:19 PM
Sulphuric Acid is traceable.

Find a good pig farm.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 12, 2011, 10:13:23 AM
So I think I had a roach in my flat. I threw it out, so I'm not entirely sure whether it was one, but still, wtf? I take so much care in keeping the place clean. No leftover food standing around, all appliances get cleaned regularly with the full range of chemicals available. No carpet anywhere, and I vacuum frequently. Admittedly, there are large stacks of paper on the floor, but that can't be a reason, can it?

Most annoying.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 12, 2011, 11:04:29 AM
When I lived in New York (upstate, not the city) it was very rare to even see a roach. The only way you got roaches was if you were a very dirty person in a very dirty house.

When I moved to the south I learned that it's a different situation. They just come in uninvited. Huge beasts, even when you keep your house spotless. Unless you spray around your house inside and out on a monthly basis, you will have at least one giant roach wander in every once in a while.

We had a mouse for a while before I finally killed it. I couldn't figure out what it was eating, because it couldn't get into the pantry, and we didn't leave any food out. When I finally found his nest (under a lone bookcase) it was full of kibble stolen from our dog's bowl. The dog ate all of his food as soon as it was put in there, so I guess he was a very brave and stealthy mouse.

Just goes to show that even the neatest homes (my wife is a bit of a clean freak) can be the abode of creepy crawlies.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 12, 2011, 11:18:02 AM
Thanks for the moral support.

I'm a bit perplexed, frankly. It looked like one, except that it was far too big. German roaches (don't blame me, that's the actual name) get up to 1.6 cm, I've learned. And it did not look like an American one, which get bigger apparently. That critter was about 4cm. I examined it diligently before throwing it out, but I'm no expert.

Oh well, no way around it but to turn the entire flat upside down and vacuum everything. And worst of all, get those stacks of paper sorted. As if I had nothing else do to. :eusa_wall:

I would very much prefer a mouse. I like mice. Or a rat, I like rats, too. Do rats eat roaches? I know that tarantulas do, but I'm not having one of those in my place. Same goes for wasps and hornets. Perhaps I should buy a rat and house-train it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on May 12, 2011, 11:58:40 AM
Mouse in Swedish is the same as Beaver in the US.

And you guys claim I don't teach you anything.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 12, 2011, 12:05:03 PM
That's pretty funny, actually!

So if a Swede says "I have a mouse in my house", he may actually mean a beaver?

I guess if I found out that I had a beaver in my house, I'd say "dam it!" and move out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Moxer on May 12, 2011, 12:25:18 PM
Since this is shadowlord speaking i would guess that he does not mean the beaver that likes to gnaw trees!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on May 12, 2011, 12:40:55 PM
Moxer is correct.

I am refering to the beaver that will entice you and then gnaw on your bank account if you want another go.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on May 12, 2011, 01:22:34 PM
Perhaps a graphic would help...

(http://www.elvisblog.net/Blog%20Photos/Nice%20Beaver%202.jpg)

Name that rodent.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 12, 2011, 01:56:04 PM
Copied directly from Yahoo Answers:

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What is difference between "pride" and "prestige"?
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You cannot pride in Call Of Duty.
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pride is something you have if you have a big package, prestige is something you rank up to if you are really good at Call of Duty: Modern Warfare or any other variation of the game


I weep for the internet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on May 12, 2011, 02:35:33 PM
Perhaps a graphic would help...

Name that rodent.

Instant classic!

You should have written: Name those rodents.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 12, 2011, 02:58:07 PM
Name that rodent.


A nicely stuffed beaver, if I recall correctly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on May 12, 2011, 03:01:36 PM
I am on a train to the capital - I do not fly if I can prevent it - and people look at me like I was some sort of laughing maniac.

Well done soth!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mogsam on May 12, 2011, 08:02:48 PM
My house was robbed yesterday whilst we were sleeping. Stole our massive TV and 200 odd DVD's!

I now have to list them all...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 12, 2011, 08:06:14 PM
Whoa! Sorry to hear that, Mogs. Do you have insurance?

I now have to list them all...

And that panda-p0rn is really hard to get, I have heard...

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mogsam on May 12, 2011, 08:36:19 PM
Yeah my flatmate/landlord paid for insurance! It was his TV that was stolen.

I have to list every film that was taken for the insurance company so they can get me new versions. I somehow don't think they will give me 200+ dvd's and games.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 12, 2011, 09:15:15 PM
That's quite surprising actually, I guess the moral of that story to always, at any given time, have a list of all your dvds and games :mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mogsam on May 12, 2011, 09:20:59 PM
I got to 109 dvd's and then when you add up all the box sets that I'm missing it probably comes closer to 200.

The 3 Final Fantasy games add up to 12 alone. I somehow doubt I'll get anything for them despite being ironically worth a hell of alot second hand. They got for £20 still!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 13, 2011, 11:35:19 AM
That's pretty funny, actually!

So if a Swede says "I have a mouse in my house", he may actually mean a beaver?

I guess if I found out that I had a beaver in my house, I'd say "dam it!" and move out.
:roll:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 13, 2011, 12:35:42 PM
Walkers new wholegrain "crispy snacks"

so gross.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on May 13, 2011, 06:52:54 PM
I just found out my cousin and his wife lost their baby in the 38th week of pregnancy. For some unexplained reason there's quite a peak in baby death in the 38th week.

Really shitty, you're full of anticipation, birth could happen any moment (2 weeks early isn't that weird) and all of a sudden the baby doesn't move anymore, visit to the gynaecologist, sorry no heartbeat, now you have to give birth to your dead baby...... :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 13, 2011, 07:06:40 PM
That's so rubbish!

Giving birth in situations like this must be one of the hardest things to do in the world.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 13, 2011, 07:16:02 PM
I just found out my cousin and his wife lost their baby in the 38th week of pregnancy. For some unexplained reason there's quite a peak in baby death in the 38th week.

Really shitty, you're full of anticipation, birth could happen any moment (2 weeks early isn't that weird) and all of a sudden the baby doesn't move anymore, visit to the gynaecologist, sorry no heartbeat, now you have to give birth to your dead baby...... :icon_cry:
That's so sad.  :cry: I'm frankly at a loss for words. I really hope they will be okay
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on May 13, 2011, 07:18:42 PM
Stories like that really tear me up. I've got a soft spot for infants. My mom in law had a still-born 40 yrs ago and it still troubles her. Condolences.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on May 14, 2011, 12:43:21 AM
Man that sucks.  Nothing but tears and what ifs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 14, 2011, 01:58:33 PM
Sorry to hear that. :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 14, 2011, 02:37:43 PM
My work has been diddling me out of £47 a month, which considering I only work weekends for them is a lot of my pays percentage  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on May 15, 2011, 05:34:06 PM
Sorry to here that Sweetie   * hug * 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 19, 2011, 01:40:44 PM
I may just be absolutely screwed at the University.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 19, 2011, 01:56:42 PM
I may just be absolutely screwed at the University.
How so?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on May 19, 2011, 01:57:08 PM
I may just be absolutely screwed at the University.

How come?
 
(sure it's not in the postive way?  :engel: )
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 19, 2011, 01:58:58 PM
I may just be absolutely screwed at the University.


Hurraah for sophomore girls !


Or did you mean...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 19, 2011, 02:15:26 PM
Nope, absolutely not the positive way. Remember how I had to be in class at 9, the morning after the Eurobash or I'd have to redo the entire year? Well, they are now saying I missed one too many of those classes (several were dotted throughout the year).  Which I haven't, but they can just stand by their administration and ignore anything I say. And the classes I did miss, I missed because of my mono.

Already tried calling them up to arrange a meeting, but I'll have to wait until tomorrow (theyare  open until 2, and sent the e-mail 5 minutes past 2. ^%#^&%$).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 19, 2011, 02:21:16 PM
If you need a letter of commendation to tell the story how you moved heaven, earth and my Mercedes to get to class in time, let me know.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 19, 2011, 02:51:53 PM
Thanks, I shall if need arises.

God am I pissed off right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 19, 2011, 09:18:56 PM
I take it you have given them full documentation of you illness being the cause of (most) of these missed classes, and they still refuses to listen to you?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 20, 2011, 03:47:55 PM
I take it you have given them full documentation of you illness being the cause of (most) of these missed classes, and they still refuses to listen to you?
So far yes. I am having a talk with somebody higher up the food chain on Wednesday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 20, 2011, 04:01:12 PM
That is good Obi, hopefully they will have a few more braincells. I would suggest (unless you have already done so) to check the rules about this very closely. Illness should be a legal exception, and should not be counted (to an extent of course).

Good luck!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on May 20, 2011, 05:17:30 PM
No job yet no new people to rent my flat no money girl put me embargo until find a job I hope that minis will come soon  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 21, 2011, 09:18:32 AM
That is good Obi, hopefully they will have a few more braincells. I would suggest (unless you have already done so) to check the rules about this very closely. Illness should be a legal exception, and should not be counted (to an extent of course).

Good luck!
Thanks. Re-reading the rules, I have missed one more class than is allowed. I misinterpreted due to GW style ruleswriting. There is, however, a clause in the rules about illness as a legal exception, so I'm hoping they'll be kind.

At least I can sleep again.  :happy:



Good luck kirgan. Though I must agree, your girlfriend is probably right about not letting you buy anything until you get a job.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on May 21, 2011, 10:18:48 AM
Good luck kirgan. Though I must agree, your girlfriend is probably right about not letting you buy anything until you get a job.
Not that embargo  :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 21, 2011, 10:34:26 AM
Good luck kirgan. Though I must agree, your girlfriend is probably right about not letting you buy anything until you get a job.
Not that embargo  :blush:

 :Ohmy:


Talk about kicking you while you're down.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on May 21, 2011, 05:25:01 PM
Good luck kirgan. Though I must agree, your girlfriend is probably right about not letting you buy anything until you get a job.
Not that embargo  :blush:

 :Ohmy:


Talk about kicking you while you're down.

Ohhh yes that is hard blow but she think that is best motivation for me (true very very much)  :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 21, 2011, 05:57:49 PM
Seems harsh to me bro.

Shouldnt she be rewarding you when you get a job, instead of punishing you for not getting one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Timbor on May 21, 2011, 06:53:39 PM
Dear Syria,

Please stop killing your own people:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-13471192
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-13486660

I know this sorta thing is never-ending, especially in the mid-east, but for some reason it has me more disappointed in the world than usual today.  Probably because I have a full family now...


@Kirgan: Hope you can find a job man!  If the embargo is what I think it is... it must be really hard!



That's what she said...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on May 21, 2011, 07:36:28 PM


@Kirgan: Hope you can find a job man!  If the embargo is what I think it is... it must be really hard!


Yeah - I read it that way - couldn't understand why the others thought she'd cut off his money for minis ............ 

[It might have helped if Kirgan had taken a bit more care with his post  :icon_evil:]

.. and cruel comment, ...just cruel  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on May 21, 2011, 11:13:47 PM
True I will survive probably I hope  :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 21, 2011, 11:14:40 PM
Hope not though!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on May 22, 2011, 08:32:24 AM
I am fighter so no surrender  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: NewGuy on May 22, 2011, 02:45:06 PM
Interesting. Happy Random Thoughts has been posted in on average 4.67 times a day.

Unhappy Random Thoughts has been posted in on average 4.70 times daily.

Discuss.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 23, 2011, 12:33:53 AM
Interesting. Happy Random Thoughts has been posted in on average 4.67 times a day.

Unhappy Random Thoughts has been posted in on average 4.70 times daily.

Discuss.

Life is hard sometimes, you know?  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on May 23, 2011, 01:59:20 AM
Interesting. Happy Random Thoughts has been posted in on average 4.67 times a day.

Unhappy Random Thoughts has been posted in on average 4.70 times daily.

Discuss.

It takes .03 days for a happy thing to turn crap.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 23, 2011, 12:37:46 PM
I am an older man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 23, 2011, 12:46:58 PM
I am an older man.

Me too! A whole day older than yesterday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 23, 2011, 01:33:29 PM
I am an older man.
Yes, unhappy birthday to you I guess.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 23, 2011, 02:10:15 PM
I am an older man.

If that means what I think it means - happy birthday!
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 28, 2011, 03:13:08 AM
I WANT TO DIE :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on May 28, 2011, 05:27:39 AM
Well, it's not much of a choice, because once you take it you can't take it back. I wish my friend who made that choice had told us all he was thinking about it before he did it. If only because even if after we had a talk and went through his issues, I would have liked to say goodbye to make absolutely sure he knew how we all felt about him, and how much he was going to be, and now is, sorely missed.

There's lots of good reasons why you personally SHOULDN'T die right now. Please talk to someone, Feanor. There is no hole so deep that others cannot reach down to pull you out.

God bless.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 28, 2011, 06:13:37 AM
I WANT TO DIE :icon_frown:

I have felt this way before. It gets better. That sounds patronizing, but it's true. WE don't want you to die.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on May 28, 2011, 06:46:21 AM
seconded!
Find someone to talk to Feanor, even if it's virtual!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on May 28, 2011, 07:02:19 AM
Thirded.

Circle the wagons.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 28, 2011, 12:45:07 PM
I WANT TO DIE :icon_frown:

I have felt this way before. It gets better. That sounds patronizing, but it's true. WE don't want you to die.
This.

There's lots of good reasons why you personally SHOULDN'T die right now.
And this.


If this is about your girlfriend (which I assume it is, ultimately): No woman in the world is worth dying for.  Or rather, the few that perhaps are do not want you make to die.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 28, 2011, 04:18:37 PM
I WANT TO DIE :icon_frown:

I have felt this way before. It gets better. That sounds patronizing, but it's true. WE don't want you to die.
What CoD said

There's lots of good reasons why you personally SHOULDN'T die right now.
And Sig.

If this is about your girlfriend (which I assume it is, ultimately): No woman in the world is worth dying for.  Or rather, the few that perhaps are do not want you make to die.
And Gnu

There is always someone who cares, who wants to talk to you. Take advantage of that, and lighten your heart. I, WE beg you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on May 28, 2011, 07:10:40 PM
...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 28, 2011, 07:20:35 PM
I kinda read that before the edit, Weib.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 30, 2011, 09:44:11 AM
I messed up something very important ...and hope I can fix it now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 30, 2011, 10:53:51 AM
I messed up something very important ...and hope I can fix it now.


Rooting for you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on May 30, 2011, 01:41:51 PM
I messed up something very important ...and hope I can fix it now.

Cryptic FTW!  :icon_confused:

Except maybe for MrD.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on June 01, 2011, 05:02:55 AM
new unhappy random thought

wait NO SKUGGI THAT"S NOT A BLACK AND WHITE CAT!!!!!get away from that thing!  (sprayyy) 

OHGODDAMMIT!!!!

Skunk :1

Skuggi the now very stinky Icelandic sheepdog: 0
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 01, 2011, 05:56:47 AM
new unhappy random thought

wait NO SKUGGI THAT"S NOT A BLACK AND WHITE CAT!!!!!get away from that thing!  (sprayyy) 

OHGODDAMMIT!!!!

Skunk :1

Skuggi the now very stinky Icelandic sheepdog: 0

That's what you get for giving him a name that sounds like he SHOULD smell like a skunk.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 01, 2011, 07:19:28 AM
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Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 10, 2011, 01:42:41 AM
I just watched the mid season finale of south park...it was depressing.  Will this be the last season? part 2 of season 15 will probably be in the fall.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 10, 2011, 04:31:49 AM
This obituary for Leonard B. Stern, the ______[noun] of Mad Libs, makes me feel _____[adj.] http://nyti.ms/mdDeFM (http://nyti.ms/mdDeFM)



Also, the local hockey team missed their Season Ticket sales deadline, so they are no longer a hockey team. No more Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs  :icon_cry: It's particularly sad because they just won the league championship.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on June 11, 2011, 09:43:41 PM
Saturday evening. 20 minutes to midnight. Still at work...

Rest of the weekend will propably follow suit. Including the holiday on monday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 12, 2011, 01:42:30 AM
University exams are killing my social life. And I graduated six months ago. Boo  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on June 12, 2011, 10:00:57 PM
Break up with my girl  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 12, 2011, 10:05:56 PM
Break up with my girl  :unsure:
sucks man. sorry to hear that.
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Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 12, 2011, 11:25:04 PM
How are you and the girl doing anway?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 13, 2011, 01:46:04 AM
How are you and the girl doing anway?
me or Kirgan?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on June 14, 2011, 01:12:49 AM
My colleague offered me some tiny "candy" (her words, not mine) called Gold Nuggets. They were chewy but tasted good. I went over to see what artificial flavour was used because I couldn't quite tell what they were supposed to taste like.

It wasn't candy. It was gum.

I ate 6 pieces. It hurts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on June 14, 2011, 11:51:26 AM
How are you and the girl doing anway?
If is for me we are not i relationship but we have some time together  :unsure:
Break up with my girl  :unsure:
sucks man. sorry to hear that.
(http://images.cheezburger.com/completestore/2009/12/11/129050598111905930.jpg)
Thanks Bro  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 14, 2011, 12:39:38 PM
How are you and the girl doing anway?
me or Kirgan?
You, I figured Kirgan's situation.

Good luck Kirg.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on June 14, 2011, 06:59:38 PM
Tuesday night is my painting night when the kids are brought to bed. No one bothering me and can devotivly go paint.

Well normally yeah... Last week got bogged down helping someone do a motivational letter and she sticked around till it was too late to start up some painting.. well all fair and stuff, but Friday evening is my other evening to do this.. but nope also nothing painted due to several reasons. Now again tuesday all psyched up to go, and now I'm totally worked up in my head (due to my daughter with several reasons) and can't get calm so it's another write off on painting.

Still nothing done on my WP for the competition (besides having it coated), no progress on my Knights what so ever this month.. and again half done this month..

And this is only working me up even more. I want to paint!!!! But can't do it if I can't focus to the task and if I would paint now it will only be a mess and I won't be happy with the result hating myself over it only more..


AARRRRRGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 14, 2011, 07:39:21 PM
How are you and the girl doing anway?
me or Kirgan?
You, I figured Kirgan's situation.

Good luck Kirg.
its a sesaw. sometimes its up sometimes its down.  the drunk comment I posted last page had nothing to do with her.  Lets just say my current situation is bad.  But I am trying to make it better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on June 14, 2011, 09:36:24 PM
Thanks I will do my best  :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadoweyed on June 17, 2011, 01:18:07 AM
I'll put in my unhappiness. A week ago today, my fiancée, the woman of my dreams and closest friend, whom I've been with for nearly 6 years left, one month before our wedding and 2 days before moving into our new place... Now I'm stuck living with my parents, surrounded by boxes I don't want to unpack.

-Shadoweyed
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 17, 2011, 10:58:01 AM
I'll put in my unhappiness. A week ago today, my fiancée, the woman of my dreams and closest friend, whom I've been with for nearly 6 years left, one month before our wedding and 2 days before moving into our new place... Now I'm stuck living with my parents, surrounded by boxes I don't want to unpack.

-Shadoweyed

That sucks  :-( I hate to be that guy who says: "I know how you feel" or "It gets better guy!" but a similar situation happened to me once. But now I am married to a better woman who is better for me, and looking back I realize that marrying that other girl would have been a horrifying mistake. So ... I hope it gets better for you, and I'm sorry that you have to go through that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on June 17, 2011, 11:56:52 AM
I'll put in my unhappiness. A week ago today, my fiancée, the woman of my dreams and closest friend, whom I've been with for nearly 6 years left, one month before our wedding and 2 days before moving into our new place... Now I'm stuck living with my parents, surrounded by boxes I don't want to unpack.

-Shadoweyed
Man it is hard uhhhhhhhhhh  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on June 17, 2011, 12:39:57 PM
I'll put in my unhappiness. A week ago today, my fiancée, the woman of my dreams and closest friend, whom I've been with for nearly 6 years left, one month before our wedding and 2 days before moving into our new place... Now I'm stuck living with my parents, surrounded by boxes I don't want to unpack.

-Shadoweyed
wtf! That is harsh. did she give reasons?


Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 17, 2011, 11:43:16 PM
That sucks man. My sympathies.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 18, 2011, 03:15:09 AM
That sucks.

Later, It'll look better, but that does not reduce the short and medium term suckage.

You have permission to be a dick towards women for a while.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 18, 2011, 04:35:21 AM
That sucks.

Later, It'll look better, but that does not reduce the short and medium term suckage.

You have permission to be a dick towards women for a while.
no sure how old you are but just start going to functions near your closest university and cruise for some chicks.  Or learn tango dancing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadoweyed on June 18, 2011, 06:19:02 AM
I'll put in my unhappiness. A week ago today, my fiancée, the woman of my dreams and closest friend, whom I've been with for nearly 6 years left, one month before our wedding and 2 days before moving into our new place... Now I'm stuck living with my parents, surrounded by boxes I don't want to unpack.

-Shadoweyed
wtf! That is harsh. did she give reasons?

Her reasoning was that "It didn't feel right anymore", 3 days after she tells me I am everything she was looking for in a husband. I asked for further reasoning as to what didn't feel right, and I could tell she started fishing for answers. The long and short of it, she got super stressed, freaked and ran. I was supposed to start my new job on the 16th, and already had to ask for a week off...

-Shadoweyed
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 18, 2011, 06:39:41 AM
I just hope there isnt a deeper reason why that she is hiding from you.  :icon_cry: sorry to hear that I wish you the best
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on June 18, 2011, 10:16:14 AM
That is just messed up bad!

On a personal not my oldest dog, a mere 8 year old mini schnauzer has a brain tumor. Frick cancer!

Luckily, it is benign and can be kept in check with medication. Too bad she will cut a few years of her life though. :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 18, 2011, 10:40:18 AM
That is just messed up bad!

On a personal not my oldest dog, a mere 8 year old mini schnauzer has a brain tumor. Frick cancer!

Luckily, it is benign and can be kept in check with medication. Too bad she will cut a few years of her life though. :icon_frown:

Dude, Cancer is all like: "You have beaten me again Shadowlord, but I'll get you, and your little dog too!"



Cancer's a dickhead.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on June 18, 2011, 10:57:12 AM
That is just messed up bad!

On a personal not my oldest dog, a mere 8 year old mini schnauzer has a brain tumor. Frick cancer!

Luckily, it is benign and can be kept in check with medication. Too bad she will cut a few years of her life though. :icon_frown:

Dude, Cancer is all like: "You have beaten me again Shadowlord, but I'll get you, and your little dog too!"



Cancer's a dickhead.
Agree my Mother die from him  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on June 18, 2011, 10:59:08 AM
The long and short of it, she got super stressed, freaked and ran.

Not that uncommon - the commitment fear based on "Am I missing out on something - I've maybe not experienced enough".

Stay calm, maintain gentle contact, be patient.

I can think of another who experienced a similar thing and is now married and expecting first child.

If it doesn't work out, you have to realise it wasn't right, and eventually go look for the right one.




Thus spake Methuselah!  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on June 18, 2011, 11:33:24 AM
I'm sorry for you, Shadowlord. :icon_frown:

I'll put in my unhappiness. A week ago today, my fiancée, the woman of my dreams and closest friend, whom I've been with for nearly 6 years left, one month before our wedding and 2 days before moving into our new place... Now I'm stuck living with my parents, surrounded by boxes I don't want to unpack.

-Shadoweyed

And for you, too. Can't say much, except what jlutin and CoD have already said.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on June 18, 2011, 11:37:42 AM
Midaski has the right advice mate. Stay strong.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on June 18, 2011, 01:22:50 PM
I'll put in my unhappiness. A week ago today, my fiancée, the woman of my dreams and closest friend, whom I've been with for nearly 6 years left, one month before our wedding and 2 days before moving into our new place... Now I'm stuck living with my parents, surrounded by boxes I don't want to unpack.

-Shadoweyed
wtf! That is harsh. did she give reasons?

Her reasoning was that "It didn't feel right anymore", 3 days after she tells me I am everything she was looking for in a husband. I asked for further reasoning as to what didn't feel right, and I could tell she started fishing for answers. The long and short of it, she got super stressed, freaked and ran. I was supposed to start my new job on the 16th, and already had to ask for a week off...

-Shadoweyed
I am the one that Midaski mentioned- and also the same thing happened to my work colleague, 30 years ago.
I think it's fairly common.

If she doesn't come up with other reasons... bit odd!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 19, 2011, 03:20:06 AM
Fell down a set of stairs last night. My elbow is currently purple.  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 19, 2011, 04:37:19 AM
as it says on top of the page, the current seesaw is down and pissing me off.  How is it when it's their fault its your fault?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 19, 2011, 05:32:28 AM
as it says on top of the page, the current seesaw is down and pissing me off.  How is it when it's their fault its your fault?

Because women are illogical.

(http://jdlong.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/demotivational-pictures-look_at_this_duck.jpg?w=500&h=381)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 19, 2011, 06:16:30 AM
blah found a good job but it requires me to move to San Antonio Texas  :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 19, 2011, 06:50:47 AM
blah found a good job but it requires me to move to San Antonio Texas  :icon_rolleyes:

DO IT!

It's only about 7 hours from me! And 5 hours from TexasYankee.

If you don't want it, can I have it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 19, 2011, 07:02:09 AM
the cool thing is It will be like my old job (before I quit and went to college) and Ill get a secret clearance.  The problem is I have no idea about the are, dont have the money to move there, and if I did the girlfriend refuses to move to texas.  Blah.

on the bright side I found a similar job near me with a different company that would pay more, and as it turns out my girlfriends mom is an engineer working at the same place (but I think different contractor).  If I can get a job at either place my standard of living will sky rocket.  I am currently pulling in barley $150 every 2 weeks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 19, 2011, 07:03:12 AM
blah found a good job but it requires me to move to San Antonio Texas  :icon_rolleyes:

DO IT!

It's only about 7 hours from me! And 5 hours from TexasYankee.

If you don't want it, can I have it?
know any safe and good places to live in the San Antonio are just in case?  the job is a help desk position.  if your serious about it PM me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on June 19, 2011, 07:16:50 AM
Tom Cruise is Stacee Jaxx :icon_eek: :icon_eek:


(http://i55.tinypic.com/2lcu4cl.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 20, 2011, 12:36:25 AM
Damn, just got tagged in a video from an old friend of mine on FB.  It was pretty much a Farwell letter to me and others because the doctor just sent him an email saying that he is still on the mysterious disease list but he is suffering from multiple organ failure.  Damn. :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 20, 2011, 06:48:24 AM
Compared to your problems guys my stuff should perhaps go into the happy thread???

Fandir <---- Sunburned and soaked wet to the bones from a festival...




I am very sorry for you guys especially Shadoweyed and Shadowlord.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadoweyed on June 22, 2011, 10:05:21 PM
A continued unhappy thought. My fiancée ex is moving back to the last town we were living in, 300 miles south. I also found out that she was cheating on me when she decided to leave. Now I get to re-figure out my life from this point without her, and its tearing me apart.  :icon_redface:

What gets me is I know she cheated because I wasn't giving her enough attention, because I was trying to graduate...

-Shadoweyed
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on June 22, 2011, 10:40:39 PM
What gets me is I know she cheated because I wasn't giving her enough attention, because I was trying to graduate...

Not to be mean about a woman you (presumably) still love, but: If you giving her not enough attention was only due to your graduation, she didn't cheat on you because of too little attention, but because she's a weak character.

What did she want, an uneducated slob who was around her all day? In a year's time, she might have cheated because you weren't doing anything to ge ahead in life. Good riddance I say.

Sorry if that is phrased too harsh for you in your current state of mind.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 22, 2011, 11:01:09 PM
A continued unhappy thought. My fiancée ex is moving back to the last town we were living in, 300 miles south. I also found out that she was cheating on me when she decided to leave. Now I get to re-figure out my life from this point without her, and its tearing me apart.  :icon_redface:

What gets me is I know she cheated because I wasn't giving her enough attention, because I was trying to graduate...

-Shadoweyed

This sucks. I know it hurts, and I know how MUCH it hurts, personally. But Gnu is right in saying that you are in no way responsible for her cheating. You cannot blame yourself for her indiscretion. There is no excuse for cheating, and it is a clear indication that she had already broken up with you in her heart and mind.

Sorry buddy. Internet hugs. [--]
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadoweyed on June 23, 2011, 08:54:12 AM
@Gnu and Cannon

It isn't too harsh, I've been moving on beyond the pain as best as I can, and have at least reached a point that I can handle such blunt comments and appreciate them. About the lack of attention leading to cheating, I know that it isn't strictly my fault, but I'm not innocent in the matter either. Lack of attention is one of the major issues our relationship had. Now, I should have seen this coming considering she has ended her last 3 relationships the same way for the same reason (Yes, I was the other guy to her last relationship). I was just fooled by love and the ideal that people can, will, and do change.

Thank you.
-Shadoweyed
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on June 23, 2011, 09:54:51 AM
So now you need to graduate and become rich and successful, so that one day when you bump into her again you can say:

"Oh yes well the effort I put into graduating got me all this, and more importantly got the woman in my life all this."

 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on June 23, 2011, 11:08:57 AM
cheaters gonna cheat.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on June 23, 2011, 11:10:01 AM
I've been moving on beyond the pain as best as I can

I know how you are feeling and how difficult it is to move on.  :icon_frown:

I don't know whether this is any consolation to you at all, but finally, it was her decision to cheat on you instead of talking to you openly. You aren't responsible for her decisions, and there is no way you could have changed that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on June 23, 2011, 11:20:06 AM
cheaters gonna cheat.

Stop whipping people already lying on the ground. You might be one of them someday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 23, 2011, 11:40:54 AM
I noticed that the Weib had quoted me in her signature, and at first it was a happy thought, because I was all like: "She seems like an intelligent discerning individual who would only commit to something after careful consideration!" Then I remembered who she just married and I was all like: "Oh ... nevermind."  :unsure:


I'm just kidding!   :::cheers:::  No, I'm actually serious.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on June 23, 2011, 11:42:51 AM
Weib and I had our thang somewhere in the late 80ies before Fandir was born.

She was into Kraftwerk IIRC.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 23, 2011, 11:43:14 AM
I've been moving on beyond the pain as best as I can

I know how you are feeling and how difficult it is to move on.  :icon_frown:

I don't know whether this is any consolation to you at all, but finally, it was her decision to cheat on you instead of talking to you openly. You aren't responsible for her decisions, and there is no way you could have changed that.

The guy who wrote "He's Just Not That Into You" had one of the best lines regarding cheating. He said (paraphrased): "If you're having relationship troubles then you should talk about it, not put someone else's penis into your vagina about it."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on June 23, 2011, 12:16:07 PM
Weib and I had our thang somewhere in the late 80ies before Fandir was born.

She was into Kraftwerk IIRC.

He was my computer love long before you youngsters even knew what cybersex meant ...   :engel: ... he was as passionate as this song:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RwZcYpn4_E (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RwZcYpn4_E)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on June 23, 2011, 12:25:24 PM
I noticed that the Weib had quoted me in her signature, and at first it was a happy thought, because I was all like: "She seems like an intelligent discerning individual who would only commit to something after careful consideration!" Then I remembered who she just married and I was all like: "Oh ... nevermind."  :unsure:


I'm just kidding!   :::cheers:::  No, I'm actually serious.

You made me laugh so hard ...  :icon_lol:

Oh, and @He is just not that into you: I love the film.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on June 23, 2011, 03:27:02 PM
He was my computer love long before you youngsters even knew what cybersex meant ...   :engel: ...

Youngsters? You have me mixed up with Midaski...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on June 23, 2011, 05:48:15 PM
Youngsters? You have me mixed up with Midaski...

Thank god, Shadowlord prevents this thread from derailing by adding an unhappy thought about his age  ... or else everyone would have started talking about cybersex now ...  :smile2:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on June 23, 2011, 05:54:00 PM
Youngsters? You have me mixed up with Midaski...

Thank god, Shadowlord prevents this thread from derailing by adding an unhappy thought about his age  ... or else everyone would have started talking about cybersex now ...  :smile2:

What are you talking about? He's still talking about cybersex! Keep up, Weib!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on June 23, 2011, 08:38:36 PM
Indeed!  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: NewGuy on June 30, 2011, 03:06:45 PM
On a less serious note...

Nooooooooooooo! Zoe!

http://www.sluggy.com/comics/archives/daily/110630
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on June 30, 2011, 04:09:50 PM
A continued unhappy thought. My fiancée ex is moving back to the last town we were living in, 300 miles south. I also found out that she was cheating on me when she decided to leave. Now I get to re-figure out my life from this point without her, and its tearing me apart.  :icon_redface:

What gets me is I know she cheated because I wasn't giving her enough attention, because I was trying to graduate...

-Shadoweyed
Bummer.  Know how you feel.

My former left me after having an emotional affair for at leats the last 6 months of our 5 1/2 year relationship.  And she went to Alaska.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 30, 2011, 05:18:37 PM
I hate having to borrow money.  Cuts me deep. :icon_redface:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 01, 2011, 04:18:24 PM
Talking to my colleagues today, who are roughly the same age, made me realize how cynical and nasty I have become in the past five years.

It really is most depressing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 01, 2011, 05:45:27 PM
Talking to my colleagues today, who are roughly the same age, made me realize how cynical and nasty I have become in the past five years.

It really is most depressing.

You and DWhitey should team up - you could probably get a discount from the psychiatrist ....................  :engel:

 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 01, 2011, 05:50:34 PM
:icon_lol:

Thanks a lot!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 01, 2011, 05:59:11 PM
We do offer a positive therapy 'camp' at a place called St Niklaas in the Spring/Summer each year, but then you and DW are far too cynical to ever have the nerve to  attend ..................

 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 01, 2011, 06:56:20 PM
We do offer a positive therapy 'camp' at a place called St Niklaas in the Spring/Summer each year, but then you and DW are far too cynical to ever have the nerve to  attend ..................

 :closed-eyes:
:icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 01, 2011, 07:05:50 PM
I don't know what's his excuse, but mine is that I suck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 01, 2011, 07:07:33 PM
I don't know what's his excuse, but mine is that I suck.
Well, that's most of the people at the eurobash. I mean, only one person was undefeated.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 01, 2011, 07:12:36 PM
We do offer a positive therapy 'camp' at a place called St Niklaas in the Spring/Summer each year, but then you and DW are far too cynical to ever have the nerve to  attend ..................

 :closed-eyes:

We'll see about that, Elder Thing!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 01, 2011, 07:53:19 PM
I don't know what's his excuse, but mine is that I suck.

And I'm thinking of McDonalds when you do.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 01, 2011, 08:16:23 PM
if you drink a lot of rum last night, and woke up this morning and drank a lot of rum, then woke up this afternoon puking a little blood should I take you to the hospital or see how things develop?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 01, 2011, 08:19:09 PM
Someone should stop being fething stupid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 01, 2011, 08:28:46 PM
yeah I probably should have said something this morning when they were on their 3rd shot.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 01, 2011, 08:49:06 PM
I don't know what's his excuse, but mine is that I suck.

And I'm thinking of McDonalds when you do.

That doesn't exactly cheer me up...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 01, 2011, 08:52:26 PM
That doesn't exactly cheer me up...

No but I can't stop humming the tunes...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 01, 2011, 08:52:52 PM
if you drink a lot of rum last night, and woke up this morning and drank a lot of rum, then woke up this afternoon puking a little blood should I take you to the hospital or see how things develop?
How are they holding up? If they are able to function normally don't bother. Do make sure they stay off the alcohol and soda for a couple of weeks though- they no longer have any mucus in their stomach. (Ab)Using alcohol or severe acids when you're in that state will give you serious stomach pains and also develops stomach ulcers/perforations.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 01, 2011, 09:01:59 PM
That doesn't exactly cheer me up...

No but I can't stop humming the tunes...

Ah well, no help to be had here. Back to listening to gloomy music...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 01, 2011, 09:07:02 PM
We do offer a positive therapy 'camp' at a place called St Niklaas in the Spring/Summer each year, but then you and DW are far too cynical to ever have the nerve to  attend ..................

 :closed-eyes:

We'll see about that, Elder Thing!
Are you aplnning on coming next year then?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 01, 2011, 09:58:04 PM
if you drink a lot of rum last night, and woke up this morning and drank a lot of rum, then woke up this afternoon puking a little blood should I take you to the hospital or see how things develop?
How are they holding up? If they are able to function normally don't bother. Do make sure they stay off the alcohol and soda for a couple of weeks though- they no longer have any mucus in their stomach. (Ab)Using alcohol or severe acids when you're in that state will give you serious stomach pains and also develops stomach ulcers/perforations.
they can function except for puking of course and are trying to sleep it off.  They are trying to stay away from acid foods and drinks for now, drinking water and all that.  Web MD said something similar to you but you made it a bit clearer.  thanks Obi  Maybe she will lay off the sauce for a bit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 02, 2011, 10:25:08 AM
Are you planning on coming next year then?


Ha ... Ha ......  Ha ......  Ha ......    :biggriin:

A whole host of people 'plan' to come  .....  :biggriin:  ....... right up to the time someone asks them to commit to a hotel place ............

 ........ Hah ha haa  :biggriin:   see I'm still laughing ........ and probably will be most of the morning .............   :biggriin:

 :biggriin:  :biggriin:   :biggriin:










Edit:  and I don't care if it is the 'unhappy' thread either ..............   :biggriin:     :biggriin:   
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 02, 2011, 04:45:48 PM
I never plan, but I always tease...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 02, 2011, 04:49:39 PM
And surely, having neither Shadowlord nor me attend is preferable to having us both attend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on July 02, 2011, 05:28:51 PM
In what way?

You could be charmingly snarky and Shadowlord could... well... do what he does.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 02, 2011, 06:48:17 PM
I don't think SL will ever come, he doesn't have the balls.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 02, 2011, 07:23:51 PM
You have to work on your baits Finlay.

They are at best pathetic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 02, 2011, 08:58:56 PM
if you drink a lot of rum last night, and woke up this morning and drank a lot of rum, then woke up this afternoon puking a little blood should I take you to the hospital or see how things develop?
How are they holding up? If they are able to function normally don't bother. Do make sure they stay off the alcohol and soda for a couple of weeks though- they no longer have any mucus in their stomach. (Ab)Using alcohol or severe acids when you're in that state will give you serious stomach pains and also develops stomach ulcers/perforations.
they can function except for puking of course and are trying to sleep it off.  They are trying to stay away from acid foods and drinks for now, drinking water and all that.  Web MD said something similar to you but you made it a bit clearer.  thanks Obi  Maybe she will lay off the sauce for a bit.
No problem. I hope she does, her body will probably give her some (very painful) feedback if she doesn't.

PS- make sure they also eat. Only drinking water can kill you, and quite easily at that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 02, 2011, 09:03:50 PM
Because of lack of salt?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on July 02, 2011, 09:05:16 PM
Being killed by osmosis 's gotta be humiliating.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 02, 2011, 09:36:12 PM
Because of lack of salt?
Yup. Hyponatremia. Happens quickly, especially after alcohol consumption. (cause you pissed it all out)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 02, 2011, 09:42:02 PM
Hm, it is recommended to drink lots of water after drinking lots of alcohol to avoid hangovers. When should you start adding something with salt? The day after?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on July 02, 2011, 09:46:47 PM
Geez... Talked with my brother today and learned that my adoptive brother had dissappeared from home., taking my fathers car, picking apart his own mobile and leaving a suicide letter. The police have put out a countrywide alert on the car and will try to get the phone back together and see if there are any calls or SMS that may indicate were he may be heading since he brought a credit card with.

There are indications were he may be headed before eventually attempting suicide so hopefully they can find him before or he comes to his senses.

All I could do was to leave a message on his Facebook profile and try to innocently suggest he come visiting were I work sometime this summer. But who knows if he will even check FB.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 02, 2011, 09:51:06 PM
Oh, curses.

I'm sorry for you, Mathi.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on July 02, 2011, 09:51:52 PM
That sucks Mathi. I really hope he either gets on better thoughts by himself, or he is found and gets help.  :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on July 03, 2011, 08:42:55 AM
He has been found safe and sound and taken to the Mental emergency ward.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 03, 2011, 08:48:12 AM
At least care can be provided now, instead of the kid doing something foolish.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 03, 2011, 08:54:02 AM
Hm, it is recommended to drink lots of water after drinking lots of alcohol to avoid hangovers. When should you start adding something with salt? The day after?
Just eat something- not necessarily with excess of amount of salt like chips, but just a sandwich or two. Things like that. Just don't eat nothing.

He has been found safe and sound and taken to the Mental emergency ward.
Wow, good news. Good job by the emergency services/whoever found him!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on July 03, 2011, 09:09:15 AM
I only know he was found back home at his parents street, probably having returned during the night. My guess is that the police had some on lookout for that eventuality. I hope he finally gets the help he need and not simply more drugs. I did not kow the level of the problem, since I guess my father wanted to protect me a bit thanks to my own dissabilities. It was my other bro who told me, probably realizing they did not tell me. He also said he had tried to tell them they must stop being so soft and make a stand. He had hoped they would realize they needed to get determined and make him seek serious help, or something like this would happen.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 04, 2011, 12:33:45 AM
damn, my girlfriend is breaking down.  And theres nothing I can say or do to console her.  she is inconsolable.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 04, 2011, 02:00:18 AM
damn, my girlfriend is breaking down.  And theres nothing I can say or do to console her.  she is inconsolable.  :icon_sad:

Take her to the girlfriend repair center (jewelry store).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 04, 2011, 06:06:32 AM
damn, my girlfriend is breaking down.  And theres nothing I can say or do to console her.  she is inconsolable.  :icon_sad:


Buy her an xbox, Wii or PS 3 then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on July 04, 2011, 07:44:35 AM
damn, my girlfriend is breaking down.  And theres nothing I can say or do to console her.  she is inconsolable.  :icon_sad:

Best advice I can give... don't try to solve anything, don't try to cheer her up, just sit with her/ hold her and listen. Usually they just need to vent their troubles.


@Mathi: good luck with your bro mate! Hope he will get his troubles straighten out!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 04, 2011, 07:50:44 AM
damn, my girlfriend is breaking down.  And theres nothing I can say or do to console her.  she is inconsolable.  :icon_sad:


Buy her an xbox, Wii or PS 3 then.

From Hell's heart, I PUN at THEE!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 04, 2011, 08:07:27 AM
Humour is the cure for many ailments.


Even puns.  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 04, 2011, 09:05:35 AM
Humour is the cure for many ailments.


Even puns.  :happy:

What do puns have to do with humour?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 04, 2011, 09:41:55 AM
Antagonism ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 04, 2011, 09:46:21 AM
Isn't that a play by Shakespeare ...............  :engel:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 04, 2011, 12:35:07 PM
Damn Ebay....I will never bid on ye again!

I won two of three auctions I just entered to see if I could get stuff so cheap....DAMN YOU!

What did I get?

2 painted metal mortars and hellblasters for 30 €

14 old reiksguard painted with full command 50 €

So was it cheap or am I lying to myself to feel better?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 04, 2011, 01:02:07 PM
so you got 4 war machines for 30 euros?
I think that's very cheap.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 04, 2011, 01:04:37 PM
Damn Ebay....I will never bid on ye again!

I won two of three auctions I just entered to see if I could get stuff so cheap....DAMN YOU!

What did I get?

2 painted metal mortars and hellblasters for 30 €

14 old reiksguard painted with full command 50 €

So was it cheap or am I lying to myself to feel better?
Well at least Midaski still gets excited when he buys minis. :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 04, 2011, 01:08:37 PM
Well...I am pretty happy with the artillery (painted miniatures ahoi)

but I am not sure about the reiksguard on foot models.....if they are really worth around 3,50 € a piece.....hmmmm well browsing the interwebs people claim they bought them for 6 pounds a piece on occassions.

Also I should try to get rid of my everqueen and the couple of maiden guard people seem to pay hundreds of dollars for those....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on July 04, 2011, 01:10:05 PM
Also I should try to get rid of my everqueen and the couple of maiden guard people seem to pay hundreds of dollars for those....

Indeed! Those go for absolutely ridiculous prices.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 04, 2011, 01:13:12 PM
Well...I am pretty happy with the artillery (painted miniatures ahoi)

but I am not sure about the reiksguard on foot models.....if they are really worth around 3,50 € a piece.....hmmmm well browsing the interwebs people claim they bought them for 6 pounds a piece on occassions.

Also I should try to get rid of my everqueen and the couple of maiden guard people seem to pay hundreds of dollars for those....
Sounds like you're starting to come around now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 04, 2011, 01:14:00 PM
I've never liked the Reiksguard infantry models. I'm not sure why people pay so much for them.


Also I should try to get rid of my everqueen and the couple of maiden guard people seem to pay hundreds of dollars for those....

Indeed! Those go for absolutely ridiculous prices.

I don't think Finlay's ones did!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 04, 2011, 01:15:53 PM
I didnt comment on the reiksguard because i don't know what they go for.

I've never liked the Reiksguard infantry models. I'm not sure why people pay so much for them.


Also I should try to get rid of my everqueen and the couple of maiden guard people seem to pay hundreds of dollars for those....

Indeed! Those go for absolutely ridiculous prices.

I don't think Finlay's ones did!
shut up!

Thanks to both of you for reminding me of this painful incident.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 04, 2011, 01:18:05 PM
Sorry!

It's supposed to be an unhappy thread though, so what did you expect?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 04, 2011, 01:39:50 PM
Well at least Midaski still gets excited when he buys minis. :icon_wink:

Yeah, but only when I buy ......... and not at those prices ...................  :engel:

The metal Empire artillery does seem to go fairly cheaply for some reason - the helblasters particularly as I have picked up a couple of brand new in blister ones for between £2 and £3.

Reiksgard are a matter of luck - there's 16 on ebay at the moment in an unfinished auction and they are £38 with a day to go, yet there are some individual ones up already at £6.00 each.

£2.00 each is good, but again it depends if they are the old Marauder ones or the newer 90's citadel ones?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 04, 2011, 01:42:18 PM
but again it depends if they are the old Marauder ones or the newer 90's citadel ones?

They are around the same age, I think. Both early '90s.

The marauder ones are worse than the citadel ones!


In fact, the citadel ones are slightly older.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 04, 2011, 01:52:26 PM
Sorry!

It's supposed to be an unhappy thread though, so what did you expect?
:icon_lol: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 04, 2011, 01:54:34 PM
http://s839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/?action=view&current=KGrHqNi8E3RvI-6QZBORyGLhw0_12.jpg (http://s839.photobucket.com/albums/zz318/morpheuskom/?action=view&current=KGrHqNi8E3RvI-6QZBORyGLhw0_12.jpg)

Can you look them up this way?

Well most are sort of painted so that alone should be worth around 50 € in my army.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 04, 2011, 01:54:59 PM
You're right 1993

I always thought they were earlier:

(http://www.solegends.com/marauder/newimages/c9421marmm65reiksguard-01.jpg)

1-4 seem rarer and harder to get hold of.


(http://www.solegends.com/citcat9x3/c92359empinfantry-02.jpg)

Quote
This is section 3 of the early 1990s catalogs. The page numbering continues from section 2. It was published in 1993 and contains all the models released in 1992.

The catalog also contains an extensive Marauder Miniatures section, ironically just as the line was re-absorbed into the main Citadel brand.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 04, 2011, 01:56:23 PM
Hmm it seems I got a mix.....well I hope I get them right now I only owe some guy money and hope he sends the package.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 04, 2011, 01:57:50 PM
Well at least Midaski still gets excited when he buys minis. :icon_wink:
Yeah, but only when I buy ......... and not at those prices ...................  :engel:
Both not surprising ...  :engel: ... the latter showing wisdom.

But remember, Fandir's still got a few years to go, so we need to be patient, and maybe he'll catch up with us eventually. :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 04, 2011, 08:53:58 PM
damn, my girlfriend is breaking down.  And theres nothing I can say or do to console her.  she is inconsolable.  :icon_sad:

Best advice I can give... don't try to solve anything, don't try to cheer her up, just sit with her/ hold her and listen. Usually they just need to vent their troubles.


@Mathi: good luck with your bro mate! Hope he will get his troubles straighten out!
wish I read this before I tried to cheer her up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 05, 2011, 12:41:52 PM
SKS's words of wisdom are on target. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 05, 2011, 02:16:05 PM
yeah, Ive been brought up with the notion of "I need to solve this problem."  Girls are different creatures from the normal problems I tackle.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 05, 2011, 02:18:53 PM
Usually if there's a river nearby I just need a sack and some stones.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 05, 2011, 03:02:06 PM
Usually if there's a river nearby I just need a sack and some stones.

Careful, you don't want to be this guy...

(http://cheezfailbooking.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/funny-facebook-fails-yeah-just-a-few-buzzwords-in-there1.jpg)


Of course it's probably fake, but still funny.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 05, 2011, 03:06:29 PM
I love having chats with strangers!

When will they drop by? I mean, it must take extra time due to me not being in America.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 05, 2011, 03:17:49 PM
Usually if there's a river nearby I just need a sack and some stones.

So why didn't you call me?

I have a sack and some stones...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 05, 2011, 03:18:20 PM
You never pick up the phone when it's me...  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 05, 2011, 03:20:41 PM
You never pick up the phone when it's me...  :icon_cry:

My sack has bigger stones that's why.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 05, 2011, 10:48:21 PM
the casey anthony verdict is a joke!  :icon_mad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 05, 2011, 10:58:22 PM
the casey anthony verdict is a joke!  :icon_mad:

I don't know... it's given me a lot of free reign.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 05, 2011, 11:00:33 PM
the casey anthony verdict is a joke!  :icon_mad:

So Twitter tells me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 06, 2011, 09:56:58 AM
Yes it is. But a lot of verdicts are nowadays.

For example: the Dutch government is being held accountable for Srebrenica.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 06, 2011, 10:00:29 AM
(http://i.rickey.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Kim-Kardashian-Casey-Anthony-Twitter.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 11:32:31 AM
(http://chzmemebase.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/df3540ff-dc5b-46d7-afd9-6a3e955bc244.jpg)


The next time a Brit says "I wish we had a hard ass justice system like in America" i'm going to bring this up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 06, 2011, 11:46:08 AM
If the glove don't fit ....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 12:14:27 PM
I think someone is going to kill her.

I'd rather she was just shunned by humanity though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 06, 2011, 01:43:15 PM
What if she is innocent of murder?

Bat shit crazy, but innocent?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 01:47:43 PM
she's not innocent.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 06, 2011, 01:48:41 PM
Ahhh, that's the rub, what is she guilty of?  The state did not prove it's case, so we don't know.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 06, 2011, 01:53:10 PM
Four words: In dubio pro reo.

We do well to remember them. They separate civilization from organized barbarism.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 06, 2011, 02:09:24 PM
Four words: In dubio pro reo.

We do well to remember them. They separate civilization from organized barbarism.

(http://img546.imageshack.us/img546/3429/jeremyirons.jpg)

Something many forget! It's fun to condemn online though!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 02:13:54 PM
do you also think OJ was innocent?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 06, 2011, 02:18:01 PM
do you also think OJ was innocent?

I think they're both guilty!

I don't know it though, as I don't know everything.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 06, 2011, 02:23:54 PM
It's fun to condemn online though!

Yeah, true enough. I don't know how serious the people posting in this thread are, so I'll refrain from a lecture, concerning the importance of those four little words, for now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 02:26:37 PM
surely I dont need to change my sig to "in my opinion"


If the justice system has failed, then the rest of society should shun her. I wonder how much money they will spend giving her a new identity?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 06, 2011, 02:29:55 PM
The rest of society will do as they wish.

Case in point, the woman is getting massive offers for book, film and porn deals, and if a book is made, or a film, people will read/watch.




Not the porn though, she's ugly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 02:37:35 PM
DP?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 06, 2011, 02:38:28 PM
DP?

Dragon Porn?

What?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 06, 2011, 02:48:13 PM
I think he means double penetration.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 06, 2011, 02:48:35 PM
In the Florida Case the State simply did not prove Capital murder.  There is a lot of evidence, but not enough to convict.  Instead they used emotions to try to get the conviction.

In the OJ case, there was plenty of evidence, but the defense used Jury Nullification to get the acquittal.

Different situations.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 06, 2011, 02:50:17 PM
I think he means double penetration.

(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/2275/jeremyirons22jpg.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 02:52:47 PM
In the Florida Case the State simply did not prove Capital murder.  There is a lot of evidence, but not enough to convict.  Instead they used emotions to try to get the conviction.

In the OJ case, there was plenty of evidence, but the defense used Jury Nullification to get the acquittal.

Different situations.
different situations, and still 2 failures of the justice system.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 06, 2011, 02:54:13 PM
A bit rich to accuse the justice system of having failed because they didn't sentence somebody to death.

But teh internet wants to see blood!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2011, 03:06:18 PM
I'm 100% against death sentence, and although i said I think a vigilante will kill her, I don't agree with that or want it to happen.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 06, 2011, 04:46:47 PM
different situations, and still 2 failures of the justice system.

OJ was a failure of the justice system.  Florida was a failure of the police system.  The police and prosecutors went into the trial without the evidence needed to convict.  Florida is a vindication of the justice system.  If she had been convicted it would have been a jury convicting in the absence of evidence.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 07, 2011, 08:00:51 AM
I think he means double penetration.

(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/2275/jeremyirons22jpg.jpg)
ಠ_ಠ
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 07, 2011, 08:34:04 AM
(http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/1224/jeremyyes.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 07, 2011, 08:51:43 AM
OJ was a failure of the justice system.  Florida was a failure of the police system.  The police and prosecutors went into the trial without the evidence needed to convict.  Florida is a vindication of the justice system.  If she had been convicted it would have been a jury convicting in the absence of evidence.

+1

There was no hard evidence of murder. Without it, you cannot convict of murder.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 07, 2011, 09:01:33 AM
(http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/1224/jeremyyes.jpg)
(http://files.sharenator.com/christian_bale_american_psycho_patrick_bateman_axe_10989289_RE_PwnzElite_has_declared_war_on_Grammar_Nazis-s400x300-173837-580.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 07, 2011, 09:04:03 AM
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_-HSykkBjPbY/S--Ij_IB20I/AAAAAAAABdg/5j4naERB91I/s400/mr_peanut_warning.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 07, 2011, 11:22:21 AM
I did not know my thinkgeek.com geekpoints would expire.  :icon_cry: I had over 3000!


Over 3000!!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 07, 2011, 12:20:12 PM
:icon_lol:

I can't get geek points...

What were you saving them for anyway?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadoweyed on July 07, 2011, 12:29:13 PM
In the past month I have had 3 nights of what I consider a full nights sleep. One was alcohol induced, the other two were pure exhaustion. Otherwise I've been getting 3 to 5 hours a night at best and waking to nightmares of my ex.

I did not know my thinkgeek.com geekpoints would expire.  :icon_cry: I had over 3000!


Over 3000!!!!

Man that bites, there are some niffty things for around 3000 points.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 07, 2011, 02:14:28 PM
Well Shadow.....that sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 07, 2011, 07:47:32 PM
Well that was anticlimatic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 09, 2011, 09:02:39 AM
so does anyone here watch bliptv?  I am having trouble watching videos on there.  Not every video but just a few seem like they have problem buffering even if I wait a little while it still plays the video very chopped up.  The audio works fine.  Trying to watch the nostalgic critic review judge dredd.

http://blip.tv/nostalgiacritic/nostalgia-critic-judge-dredd-2882448 (http://blip.tv/nostalgiacritic/nostalgia-critic-judge-dredd-2882448)

anyone know why?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 09, 2011, 05:15:39 PM
This thread is dedicated to the misery in the world, but seeing those D&D pics makes me giggle.  :icon_lol:
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 10, 2011, 06:12:46 PM
someone threw a 3 foot statue at my girlfriend's car last night.
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 10, 2011, 06:28:49 PM
Statutory property damage!
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Post by: Obi on July 11, 2011, 07:07:07 AM
Statutory property damage!
Now that makes me unhappy.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 11, 2011, 07:23:16 AM
happened saturday night, girlfriend called the cops today and filled a report.  The building office was closed today because its a sunday so we left a message for them.
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Post by: Uryens de Crux on July 11, 2011, 07:11:45 PM
Bah. Stupid exam today. Went in thinking "hope they don't ask about pensions. TWO frikken pensions questions
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on July 12, 2011, 08:22:48 AM
http://www.make-everything-ok.com/   :engel:
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Post by: Finlay on July 12, 2011, 05:03:07 PM
we rent our house, and the kitchen is damp.

I wonder WTF they r going to do to us while it's being repaired? Annoying!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 12, 2011, 07:08:19 PM
I wonder WTF they r going to do to us while it's being repaired? Annoying!

Screw you over if they are minor landlords.

Unfortunately.
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Post by: Finlay on July 13, 2011, 10:40:50 AM
Ellie's parents live quit near by, and I can probably find someone to crash with, or commute from her parents if needs be.
If the work didn't take too long it would be ok.

But I wouldn't want to move until Ted was abit older.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 14, 2011, 08:06:57 PM
I hate the blame and claim culture we have here.

A month ago I dislocated my shoulder at work because I was being an idiot (like most injuries in work, everywhere). So, weeks in a sling, constant pain etc. The normal. Luckily it's not my left arm because I actually need that one (cane, typing, writing, one handed eating).

I get stopped by vultures asking me "You alright son?" with their "No wins no fee" leaflets, and it's annoying as hell just -how many- of them there are! I never noticed until I wore the sling and every 5 minutes in town I'd hear it "Excuse me sir/son, you alright?". Always "you alright?". No I bloody am not and your existence infringing on my own has not made it any more bloody pleasant to bear you little snotrag. Get a real job instead of heckling bloody invalids who'd rather not have false sympathy and just be left alone.

Now I didn't really know anything about dislocated shoulders, nor did I much care. All it was was pain and an excuse to be really angry at everyone without retaliation (heaven knows I love that one). The sling made eating annoying, as unlike some of the savages here, I know the proper use of a knife and fork and enjoy feasting with them, and there's no chance in hell I'm having someone else cut my food for me so in the end I had to settle with violently attacking everything with a knife before swapping to the fork. And of course a vulture will be watching. Always watching. Waiting for me to spill or knock something over so he has an excuse to say "You alright son?" before brandishing a leaflet at me.

Now for a question, who here knows more about dislocated shoulders? I've heard some rumblings from my parents and the doctor implied serious things but was very cagey (Why? Isn't this incredibly common? Just bloody tell me!), and to be fair it's slightly worrying.

Another week before the sling comes off. Then I guess I can post in the Happy thread.
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 14, 2011, 08:44:27 PM
I've heard that it was rather painful, but that will be no news to you.

My sister dislocated hers at a young age and has no lasting effects whatsoever.
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Post by: Finlay on July 14, 2011, 09:17:55 PM
Ellie dislocates herself all the time!
But she just pops the joints back in.

srsly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 14, 2011, 09:38:38 PM
My sister dislocated hers at a young age and has no lasting effects whatsoever.

Awesome.

Ellie dislocates herself all the time!
But she just pops the joints back in.

Yeah, some people can do that. Friend of mine dislocates a shoulder every few months and has to just put it back in.
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Post by: Sig on July 14, 2011, 10:34:44 PM
Getting dislocated happens all the time in sports, it's no big deal, just really painful to get shoved back in. I imagine if you did it all the time you'd risk tearing ligaments or something (Obi would probably know) but all of my friends who play rugby have been dislocated multiple times and are none the worse for it.
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Post by: der Hurenwiebel on July 15, 2011, 03:53:08 AM
leaflets?  are you talking about ambulance chasing lawyers who are trying to convince you it's a good idea to sue your work? or am I misunderstanding something about British culture?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 15, 2011, 06:56:41 AM
Getting dislocated happens all the time in sports, it's no big deal, just really painful to get shoved back in. I imagine if you did it all the time you'd risk tearing ligaments or something (Obi would probably know) but all of my friends who play rugby have been dislocated multiple times and are none the worse for it.
You called?  :biggriin:

A joint is held in place not by bones, but by the ligaments. So if a joint 'pops out' your ligament either gets teared or elongated/extended/strectched/whatever the correct form is  for such use. The former sucks and leads to a lot of therapy to get your muscles strong to compensate, whereas the latter is not so bad. Usually after a while the ligaments shorten again and there's no big problem, but if it happens a lot (see Ellie) they can become weak and limp- which makes it easier for your shoulder to pop back out. See the vicious circle?

So the most important thing is to make sure your shoulder becomes strong again and returns to its former state, that way you'll have no lasting effects. This is, of course, especially easy for kids (see Gnu's sister. How old is she, by the way? :engel: )
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 15, 2011, 10:26:10 AM
they can become weak and limp

Tell me about it!  :unsure:  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 15, 2011, 01:06:01 PM
I hate it when my girl drinks sometimes she forgets stuff.  Like asking me to buy the harry potter tickets last night.  I confirmed it 3 times with her but this morning she thought I did it without her permission (her credit card despite the fact I asked her and she said sure) so now she's pissed and claims that I am lying.  I would not have done this without her permission! I am no thief!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on July 15, 2011, 01:10:51 PM
If I were you, I would just read the last, say, 10 posts you made here about you and your girlfriend. Then I would do some thinking.

No further comment.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 15, 2011, 01:15:45 PM
her mom has convinced me to wait until after she starts seeing the new therapist next week.  I had all my stuff out 2 weeks ago with full intention of it being over until her mom called me and convinced me otherwise.
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Post by: Obi on July 15, 2011, 01:30:54 PM
her mom has convinced me to wait until after she starts seeing the new therapist next week.  I had all my stuff out 2 weeks ago with full intention of it being over until her mom called me and convinced me otherwise.
What were her arguments? Because
If I were you, I would just read the last, say, 10 posts you made here about you and your girlfriend. Then I would do some thinking.

No further comment.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 15, 2011, 01:33:18 PM
that she never said I could buy the tickets online despite the fact I suggested it so  we could make sure we get tickets before they sell out.  She said "yeah lets do that." she claims I'm lying and wont take responsibilities for my actions.  :eusa_wall: I even asked to make sure 2 more times after that before I made the purchase!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on July 15, 2011, 01:42:21 PM
Do you really feel that this ticket purchase is the problem here?
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Post by: der Hurenwiebel on July 15, 2011, 01:44:06 PM
that's the symptom, the problem is the drinking.  In fact probably the drinking is a symptom to a deeper series of problems which her mom should help her kid out with rather than feel compelled to drag you into the maelstrom of the storm of her daughter's emotions.  Life is too short for this to continue without progress, and I hope that has been part of your conversation with her mom.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 15, 2011, 01:57:32 PM
yes it was der Hurenwiebel.  My girlfriend will be seeing a hypnotherapist to help with her emotional maelstrom next week.  lets hope my patience lasts that long. :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 15, 2011, 02:14:40 PM
FFH, you are too nice a guy to put up with stuff like this.

Frankly, and from personal experience, I very much doubt that things will change for the better significantly. And even if they do, there will be too much broken pottery to lead a happy life.

I don't say this usually, because it's no business of mine, but you did post it here, so... I really recommend breaking up with her before you drain yourself dry and end up as a complete mess.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 15, 2011, 02:15:09 PM
If I were you, I would just read the last, say, 10 posts you made here about you and your girlfriend. Then I would do some thinking.

No further comment.

+5
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 15, 2011, 02:15:59 PM
Feanor ... you are dealing with a troubled soul and she is struggling.  You can't save her, and she must take action to help herself or your situation is going to continue to be painful.  You may need to detach at some point, whether it be finding some space of your own (which she isn't likely to be happy with, but maintaining a sense of yourself is key) or even detaching further than that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on July 15, 2011, 02:29:03 PM
If you don't make this up, do you want acid with that pain?  :icon_confused:

No one is worth such crap.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 15, 2011, 02:36:44 PM
If you don't make this up, do you want acid with that pain?  :icon_confused:

No one is worth such crap.

Yet it's amazing the stuff some people will put up with or accept, when everyone on the outside is wondering why there haven't been gunshots from the clocktower yet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 16, 2011, 06:36:34 AM
FFH, you are too nice a guy to put up with stuff like this.

I think being too nice a guy to put up with stuff like this is exactly the Catch-22 reason that he IS putting up with it. He is too nice.

Obviously, emotions override logic in these situations. Logically I'm sure Feanor knows that this relationship has been rough, but humans don't remember the bad things, we remember the good things.

I think the situation was addressed by W.B. Yeats.
Quote
Had I the heavens' embroidered cloths,
Enwrought with golden and silver light,
The blue and the dim and the dark cloths
Of night and light and the half-light,
I would spread the cloths under your feet:
But I, being poor, have only my dreams;
I have spread my dreams under your feet;
Tread softly because you tread on my dreams.

I don't think she is treading softly.  :unsure:
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Post by: GamesPoet on July 16, 2011, 09:13:50 AM
Excellent piece of poetry.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 16, 2011, 10:44:02 AM
Excellent piece of poetry.
:::cheers:::
Sean Bean read it in the movie Equilibrium, which made it awesome.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 16, 2011, 07:38:19 PM
Didn't he then get shot in the face?

I mean, that's par the course for Sean Bean.
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Post by: Shadoweyed on July 16, 2011, 09:17:54 PM
I hate it when my girl drinks sometimes she forgets stuff.  Like asking me to buy the harry potter tickets last night.  I confirmed it 3 times with her but this morning she thought I did it without her permission (her credit card despite the fact I asked her and she said sure) so now she's pissed and claims that I am lying.  I would not have done this without her permission! I am no thief!

Having recently been through some bad relationship stuff myself, I feel for you. You are in a really rough spot that I don't think anyone here could say they envy. While I hate to repeat the advice I fought so much, sometimes cutting your losses is the best thing. It hurts, it really hurts, but isn't it more worth it to have a little more pain for a short amount of time than to continue to suffer? There is probably plenty of good that you can and will remember from the relationship, and hang on to it, good memories of the past can make for a better future, but it seems that future would be much better without the constant, and rather major issues that are not yours to deal with.

I've had to learn with my ex, that you can't change people. People can change, for sure, but they do it themselves when they decide to do it, not because you want them to.

Try to keep your head up, dark times only become darker when you don't look for the light. And I it seems that you can at least say it's a little nicer to deal with than having her run off with some 19 year old kid a month before your wedding.  :blush:

Wishing you the best.

-Shadoweyed
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 16, 2011, 09:28:18 PM
Try to keep your head up, dark times only become darker when you don't look for the light. And I it seems that you can at least say it's a little nicer to deal with than having her run off with some 19 year old kid a month before your wedding.  :blush:

Yeah, it seems that, while *cough* some people on this forum were on the receiving end of drama recently, your story really takes the cake.
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Post by: GamesPoet on July 16, 2011, 10:51:25 PM
Excellent piece of poetry.
:::cheers:::
Sean Bean read it in the movie Equilibrium, which made it awesome.
What was th film about?

- - -

Speaking of movies ... the last installment of Harry Potter is coming out.  Glad its all over.  I watched the first one, and it didn't entrall me enough to see another one.

Tried reading the first book because maybe it would be better.  It wasn't.  Didn't even finish it.
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Post by: stretch_135 on July 17, 2011, 01:12:15 AM
Excellent piece of poetry.
:::cheers:::
Sean Bean read it in the movie Equilibrium, which made it awesome.
What was th film about?

- - -

Speaking of movies ... the last installment of Harry Potter is coming out.  Glad its all over.  I watched the first one, and it didn't entrall me enough to see another one.

Tried reading the first book because maybe it would be better.  It wasn't.  Didn't even finish it.

The first two books were very kiddy. If you can get past that, they pick up at the third.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 17, 2011, 06:28:15 AM
Excellent piece of poetry.
:::cheers:::
Sean Bean read it in the movie Equilibrium, which made it awesome.
What was the film about?
"In a futuristic world, a strict regime has eliminated war by suppressing emotions: books, art and music are strictly forbidden and feeling is a crime punishable by death. Cleric John Preston (Bale) is a top ranking government agent responsible for destroying those who resist the rules. Whe he misses a dose of Prozium, a mind-altering drug that hinders emotion, Preston, who has been trained to enforce the strict laws of the new regime, suddenly becomes the only person capable of overthrowing it." -via IMDB.com

It's a good flick, although critically panned it has a 7.7/10 rating on IMDB, which essentially means that normal people like it, but critics don't. Roger Ebert gave it 3 out of 4 stars though, saying: "Equilibrium would be a mindless action picture, except that it has a mind. It doesn't do a lot of deep thinking, but unlike many futuristic combos of sf and f/x, it does make a statement."

The cast includes Christian Bale, Taye Diggs, Emily Watson, Sean Bean, and Sean Pertwee (son of Jon Pertwee, the Third Doctor) who is one of those actors that you know, but you don't know where you know him from. Sean Pertwee is the Narrator in Medieval: Total War, Governor Severus in Fire Warrior, Colonel Gregor Hakha in Killzone, Colonel Radec in Killzone 2, Proteus in Ultramarines: A Warhammer 40,000 Movie, just to name a few.
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Post by: Midaski on July 17, 2011, 08:19:49 AM
Speaking of movies ... the last installment of Harry Potter is coming out.  Glad its all over.  I watched the first one, and it didn't entrall me enough to see another one.

Tried reading the first book because maybe it would be better.  It wasn't.  Didn't even finish it.

Oh it changed - the film series gets darker as it goes on, and the books become much more wordy or verbose.

That was one of the things my boys liked, that the series seemed to 'grow up' as they did.

It was also quite clever of JK Rowling to realise that the "children's book" she first wrote appealed to a lot of adults - who were probably reading it to their kids - and 'grow' the series from the response.


Watch the Prisoner one - that would be a benchmark for you.

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Post by: Gneisenau on July 17, 2011, 03:40:35 PM
Yup, it starts to grow darker with the 3rd one.

There are many positive things to say about the books, especially the character development. The basic concept seems to be cliché (nicely spoofed by Pratchett in "The Wee Free Men"), but they are worth a read.

And it's hilarious to see how much money JKR made with them. :icon_biggrin:



"In a futuristic world, a strict regime has eliminated war by suppressing emotions: books, art and music are strictly forbidden and feeling is a crime punishable by death. Cleric John Preston (Bale) is a top ranking government agent responsible for destroying those who resist the rules. Whe he misses a dose of Prozium, a mind-altering drug that hinders emotion, Preston, who has been trained to enforce the strict laws of the new regime, suddenly becomes the only person capable of overthrowing it." -via IMDB.com

It's a good flick, although critically panned it has a 7.7/10 rating on IMDB, which essentially means that normal people like it, but critics don't. Roger Ebert gave it 3 out of 4 stars though, saying: "Equilibrium would be a mindless action picture, except that it has a mind. It doesn't do a lot of deep thinking, but unlike many futuristic combos of sf and f/x, it does make a statement."

The cast includes Christian Bale, Taye Diggs, Emily Watson, Sean Bean, and Sean Pertwee (son of Jon Pertwee, the Third Doctor) who is one of those actors that you know, but you don't know where you know him from. Sean Pertwee is the Narrator in Medieval: Total War, Governor Severus in Fire Warrior, Colonel Gregor Hakha in Killzone, Colonel Radec in Killzone 2, Proteus in Ultramarines: A Warhammer 40,000 Movie, just to name a few.

It's a bit like "The Matrix" with a political statement added. Not a bad movie and quite entertaining.

Sean Pertwee was also in "Event Horizon", getting the least gruesome death of all, and in the "Cadfael" series (for one season, and probably played his character closest to the books).
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Post by: t12161991 on July 17, 2011, 04:11:28 PM
I loved Equilibrium.

And GP, I disliked all of the Harry Potter movies until the first part of the 7th one- that would be the first one I would classify as a good movie, not just a good Harry Potter movie. The second part was about as good.
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 17, 2011, 04:15:18 PM
I haven't seen neither of the 7th so far. Don't go to the cinema much these months.

The movies definitely pick up steam from the 4th onward. 1st and 2nd do not cross the gap between the mediums well, and the 3rd was screwed up (hard to screw up a movie when you have Gary Oldman and Alan Rickman, but hey...).
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Post by: Obi on July 17, 2011, 08:42:34 PM
Didn't he then get shot in the face?

I mean, that's par the course for Sean Bean.
Shot himself in the face. Good movie.
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Post by: GamesPoet on July 17, 2011, 08:59:56 PM
Sounds like I'm hearing its a mixed bag.  If I got nothing else better to do, maybe I'll spend time watching some day, yet maybe not.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 17, 2011, 10:33:57 PM
Didn't he then get shot in the face?

I mean, that's par the course for Sean Bean.
Shot himself in the face. Good movie.

He didn't shoot himself from what I remember.
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Post by: Obi on July 18, 2011, 08:50:24 AM
Didn't he then get shot in the face?

I mean, that's par the course for Sean Bean.
Shot himself in the face. Good movie.

He didn't shoot himself from what I remember.
Mhm- I think you're right, he forced "Mr. Axe" to shoot him in the face by pointing his own gun at Bale.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 18, 2011, 09:05:52 AM
Didn't he then get shot in the face?

I mean, that's par the course for Sean Bean.
Shot himself in the face. Good movie.

He didn't shoot himself from what I remember.
Mhm- I think you're right, he forced "Mr. Axe" to shoot him in the face by pointing his own gun at Bale.

Bah! Watch it again, child! He forced Bale's character to shoot him in the face by cocking the pistol that was in his lap, not by pointing it at anything. Also he held the book of Yeats poetry in front of his face, so Bale shot his face through that.

It's a bit like "The Matrix" with a political statement added. Not a bad movie and quite entertaining.

Although it has been described as "Like The Matrix" I think that is a very misleading tagline. It's not anything like The Matrix, really, except there are guns and long black coats. The politics are pretty standard. "Fascism and such is bad!"
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 18, 2011, 04:17:10 PM
Although it has been described as "Like The Matrix" I think that is a very misleading tagline. It's not anything like The Matrix, really, except there are guns and long black coats. The politics are pretty standard. "Fascism and such is bad!"

And martial arts defying physics and common sense, though in Matrix, at least they were justified.

I find the political issue to be moderately interesting even, with its touch of Nietzshean "Übermensch" concepts. Some shameless copying of 1984, but hey, better copy something good than make something bad yourself.
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Post by: Finlay on July 18, 2011, 04:27:38 PM
gun fu is wack.
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Post by: Aldaris on July 18, 2011, 04:31:32 PM
gun fu is wack.

So? It's still awesome to look at.

Besides, you're obviously too young to have watched all the old John Woo classics he made before he came to Hollywood. THAT was Gun Fu!

For some good samples I recommend "Hard Boiled", "a Better Tomorrow I + II" and "The Killer".
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 18, 2011, 04:57:10 PM
Hard Boiled is my favourite excuse for gratuitous violence ever.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 19, 2011, 01:47:01 PM
Although it has been described as "Like The Matrix" I think that is a very misleading tagline. It's not anything like The Matrix, really, except there are guns and long black coats. The politics are pretty standard. "Fascism and such is bad!"

Some shameless copying of 1984, but hey, better copy something good than make something bad yourself.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4rBDUJTnNU (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4rBDUJTnNU)

The movie is almost as depressing as the book.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 19, 2011, 02:04:26 PM
Scourge of the Storm doesn't seem to be much of a campaign without a story line. :icon_sad:

http://warhammer-empire.com/theforum/index.php?topic=39027.0
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 22, 2011, 08:58:45 PM
grrr, picked up my paycheck today and they only paid me $1.56.  I got shafted as I worked more than 10 minutes that pay period!  More like 11 hours in that week alone! sent a email to the paycheck lady at work.  hopefully this will get sorted out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 22, 2011, 09:17:19 PM
It better. :icon_lol:
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Post by: t12161991 on July 23, 2011, 12:26:36 AM
That is more than mildly amusing, as long as it is a mix-up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on July 23, 2011, 05:35:01 AM
just at a wild guess someone slipped a decimal place or two.  Either that, or your American economy is even worse than I thought.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 23, 2011, 09:43:16 AM
just at a wild guess someone slipped a decimal place or two.  Either that, or your American economy is even worse than I thought.
.002 dollars will NEVER equal .002 cents.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 23, 2011, 10:40:58 AM
just at a wild guess someone slipped a decimal place or two.  Either that, or your American economy is even worse than I thought.
.002 Dollars will NEVER equal .002 cents.

Obi! Laying it down hardcore with the oldschool meme! BAM!  :::cheers:::
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Post by: Odominus on July 23, 2011, 05:06:18 PM
Amy Winehouse found dead.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 23, 2011, 06:34:57 PM
Yep, sometime before 4am this morning.  Hope she has found some peace.

A side note ... joins Hendrix, Joplin, Jones, and Cobain all gone at 27.
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Post by: Obi on July 23, 2011, 08:16:11 PM
Amy Winehouse found dead.
Wrong thread :engel:

We noticed that too GP.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on July 24, 2011, 06:06:47 AM
just at a wild guess someone slipped a decimal place or two.  Either that, or your American economy is even worse than I thought.
.002 Dollars will NEVER equal .002 cents.

Obi! Laying it down hardcore with the oldschool meme! BAM!  :::cheers:::

IDK I was thinking 11 hours of work should equal 156.00$ rather than 1.56$  thus why I said someone slipped a decimal place or two while writing the check.  at 11 hours it would be 14.18 per hour that he makes effectively after taxes etc.  Not knowing the local rates or union dues etc that might be in place as deductions, the stated wage might be as high as 20.00 per hour depending on how far uncle Sam has his fist....   

Or did I miss something somewhere. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 24, 2011, 06:33:34 AM
just at a wild guess someone slipped a decimal place or two.  Either that, or your American economy is even worse than I thought.
.002 Dollars will NEVER equal .002 cents.

Obi! Laying it down hardcore with the oldschool meme! BAM!  :::cheers:::

IDK I was thinking 11 hours of work should equal 156.00$ rather than 1.56$  thus why I said someone slipped a decimal place or two while writing the check.  at 11 hours it would be 14.18 per hour that he makes effectively after taxes etc.  Not knowing the local rates or union dues etc that might be in place as deductions, the stated wage might be as high as 20.00 per hour depending on how far uncle Sam has his fist....   

Or did I miss something somewhere.

http://verizonmath.blogspot.com/2006/12/verizon-doesnt-know-dollars-from-cents.html
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on July 24, 2011, 12:16:29 PM
just at a wild guess someone slipped a decimal place or two.  Either that, or your American economy is even worse than I thought.
will NEVER equal .002 cents.

Obi! Laying it down hardcore with the oldschool meme! BAM!  :::cheers:::
Thanks! I try to make references here and there :)  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 24, 2011, 01:38:47 PM
Amy Winehouse found dead.
Yep, sometime before 4am this morning.  Hope she has found some peace.

A side note ... joins Hendrix, Joplin, Jones, and Cobain all gone at 27.
Ooops, I forgot Morrison.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 29, 2011, 02:42:40 PM
England are getting destroyed on day 1 of 2nd test vs india, after destroying india in 1st test.

sad times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on August 02, 2011, 01:53:37 PM
Spilled Soda all over my keyboard today, and now the space button is sticky :dry: Not sure if I can they key back on it I remove to clean it...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 02, 2011, 02:03:00 PM
You should clean it by pouring water on it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on August 02, 2011, 02:03:28 PM
Spilled Soda all over my keyboard today, and now the space button is sticky :dry: Not sure if I can they key back on it I remove to clean it...
Just buy a new keyboard already.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 02, 2011, 02:58:57 PM
The kids these days....electronics waste ruins the health of people in Asia and Africa.

I have heard rumours that there is a fantastic spray you can acquire in a Sex shop that will unsticky about anything....unplug spray clean with paper towels done.

Something similar happened to a friend once  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 02, 2011, 03:07:32 PM
Did your friend mention the name of said product ?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 02, 2011, 08:59:23 PM
When I asked him he forgot the name  old bugger he is.

 :closed-eyes:

But I can send him to the city to check.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 02, 2011, 10:29:23 PM
Anal-Eze?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 02, 2011, 11:28:46 PM
From unhappy to downright horrifying.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 02, 2011, 11:37:35 PM
Pfff. Homophobe.




:icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on August 02, 2011, 11:51:03 PM
Anal-Eze?
I see you knew how to Spell that , kinda easy when you look off the tube
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 03, 2011, 12:11:33 AM
Pfff. Homophobe.




:icon_wink:

Heh. Imagine though my wife arriving home.

"Hey babe, whatcha up to.....     ..........  ????"

"It's for my keyboard, honest!"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 03, 2011, 05:35:27 AM
Pfff. Homophobe.




 :icon_wink:

Heh. Imagine though my wife arriving home.

"Hey babe, whatcha up to.....     ..........  :? ?"

"It's for my keyboard, honest!"


wrong thread. Should be in the mainly sexist jokes. does lighten up the mood in here though
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 03, 2011, 10:09:35 AM
A combination of Devlan Mud and Ogryn Flesh would have to be the worst thing I've smelt all week. Reminded me of off Chinese food.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 03, 2011, 10:53:18 PM
Put the keyboard in the dishwasher (google it).  Let it dry 100%.  Decent chance of success with the advantage of total destruction if it does not work.  Much better than a half working one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on August 03, 2011, 11:49:15 PM
Put the keyboard in the dishwasher (google it).  Let it dry 100%.  Decent chance of success with the advantage of total destruction if it does not work.  Much better than a half working one.
No need, I managed to solve it. Damp toilet paper stuffed under the keys worked wonders.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 05, 2011, 12:41:31 PM
Father in law has to flee China to avoid some bogus charges. He's saying he's not sure if the 2 weeks to get a visa will be fast enough. Corrupt bastards.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 06, 2011, 12:13:27 AM
China, India....it is not THAT easy and great to make money there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on August 13, 2011, 01:11:56 PM
I got vacation!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 13, 2011, 01:13:52 PM
 :icon_eek: Why is vacation and unhappy random thought?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on August 13, 2011, 01:24:42 PM
:icon_eek: Why is vacation and unhappy random thought?

Coz seemingly my ex needs to boycot me on my first day already with visitation rights about the kids.  :icon_mad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on August 15, 2011, 07:03:06 AM
I have been mocking Averland for years, and I was as most active when I had my huge Empire Reikland force but it didn't stop there.

When I started Ogres, I continued that streak with adding victims in Averland garb on the bases.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee48/SL-PN/028.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee48/SL-PN/slakta.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee48/SL-PN/bild-1.jpg)

But now, after I have finished painted all the new stuff for the Ogres in a few months, I might have a craving to paint Averland Empire minis.

It is like I am cheating on my Ego...  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 15, 2011, 12:30:09 PM
That is awesome!

Now paint an Averland army with Ogre/giant bits and get a buddy so you can fight yourself.  It would be epic!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on August 15, 2011, 08:45:23 PM
Hmm... I am used to playing with myself so fighting myself would be a new challenge.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 16, 2011, 05:27:44 AM
I have been mocking Averland for years, and I was as most active when I had my huge Empire Reikland force but it didn't stop there.

When I started Ogres, I continued that streak with adding victims in Averland garb on the bases.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee48/SL-PN/028.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee48/SL-PN/slakta.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee48/SL-PN/bild-1.jpg)

But now, after I have finished painted all the new stuff for the Ogres in a few months, I might have a craving to paint Averland Empire minis.

It is like I am cheating on my Ego...  :icon_cry:


That's the way I started Empire. Victims on my Ogres' bases....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 16, 2011, 05:46:23 AM
Another evil masterplan of Games Workshop.   :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on August 16, 2011, 05:47:25 AM
Hey! It's my drug so let me suck it in...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 16, 2011, 05:49:58 AM
Well I am sure you will make one future Averland player an incredible happy camper when you sell him / gift him your masterfully painted Averland army.

 :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on August 16, 2011, 05:58:04 AM
I just made a Daemon player happy...  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 16, 2011, 06:03:21 AM
If you ever make a Bretonnia Army you can give me a call and feel free to (like always) please me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 16, 2011, 10:47:00 AM
I just made a Daemon player happy...  :eusa_wall:

I finally kind of get your strategy, at least I think so. This is all part of your masterplan to provide every GW gamer on the planet with a beautifully painted army, without interfering with your grumpy image!
 :ph34r:
Masterful.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 16, 2011, 10:49:53 AM
He is like the GW Grinch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 16, 2011, 01:51:45 PM
Oooh, oooh,

Do one with a Empire guy whacking a goblinar while an Ogre whacks him.  :)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 02, 2011, 11:28:28 PM
dammit George!
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/stew/detail?entry_id=96731 (http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/stew/detail?entry_id=96731)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 03, 2011, 04:20:20 AM
I spent most of the last 9 hours trying to sleep off a migraine. It's not working.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 03, 2011, 09:03:43 AM
Hmm perhaps drinking one or two bottles of water and more sleep in a very dark room. Migraine is bad I hope you recover quickly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2011, 10:53:56 AM
I spent most of the last 9 hours trying to sleep off a migraine. It's not working.

That sucks! I can relate. Drug yourself. I know it's not a great option, but overdose yourself on Nyquil (just a bit over the recommended dose, don't drink the whole bottle). It will reduce the pain and put you to sleep. I sometimes resort to this when I have a migraine and cannot sleep.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 03, 2011, 03:01:17 PM
Mine are allergy related, so 3 Zyrtec and 10 Advil finally did the trick.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 03, 2011, 04:33:58 PM
I spent most of the last 9 hours trying to sleep off a migraine. It's not working.

Nasty. I hate migraines. It's the only time I resort to painkillers (but even those don't help against the loss of vision).

Drug yourself.

This. I don't know the stuff CoD recommends, but 800mg ibuprofen usually make it bearable for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 03, 2011, 07:25:25 PM
I uh, kinda took 2000mg... :unsure:

Then another 800 this morning when I still had a headache... *shakes fist at whoever thought of migraines*

I was little bit desperate.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2011, 10:05:57 PM
For some reason, advil is ace for my Migraines. It almost always does the trick with only a few pills. Almost always.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 03, 2011, 10:06:55 PM
My migraine treatment was to curl up into a ball and cease to exist for 3-4 hours.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 03, 2011, 10:24:52 PM
I tried that, but I always ended up cogitating.

Curse you, Descartes!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 03, 2011, 10:28:32 PM
@Cannon

Advil is the best pill ever.

I tried that, but I always ended up cogitating.

Curse you, Descartes!

 :eusa_clap:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 04, 2011, 08:05:19 PM
My migraine treatment is to not have them. It works for my (therefore nonexistent) hangovers too. Mind over body!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 29, 2011, 10:19:11 AM
GW is opening a store in my old hometown.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on September 29, 2011, 11:27:30 AM
Why is that an unhappy thought?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 29, 2011, 12:42:30 PM
Because there's a LGS with great customer service that's been running for almost 20 year- they made the hobby, and now GW will be killing their warhammer business.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 29, 2011, 12:44:08 PM
Happened to some LGS here too....but the question would be....why would loyal customers betray a great LGS , and if they betray it why would GW be responsible?

hmmm those sweaty redshirts with their fantastic odour...I already get all worked up just thinking about them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 29, 2011, 05:59:23 PM
If it's really a good FLGS GW won't really make a dent.

For instance, GW used to have a great store in Nijmegen. Biggest store in the Netherlands and some of the best (IMO) staff. Couldn't compete with the existing FLGS though (Moenen & Mariken).

So that GW store closed years ago.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on September 29, 2011, 06:05:04 PM
All the GW stores in my area are closing by the end of the month.  I am thinking that GW is going back to the days of trade sales only, unless you order direct from them...

But perhaps I should post that in the Happy Random thoughts thread.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 29, 2011, 07:02:22 PM
Happened to some LGS here too....but the question would be....why would loyal customers betray a great LGS , and if they betray it why would GW be responsible?

hmmm those sweaty redshirts with their fantastic odour...I already get all worked up just thinking about them.
The thing is that GW turns a better profit, and currently our LGS doesn't have a gaming space We have a LGC too though, well connected to the club- just a 15 min. bike ride away). So there's definitely a reason for players to migrate to a regular LGS.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 30, 2011, 07:26:33 PM
Just failed my exam! Horribly. As in, absolutely staggeringly bad. With a little luck I'm up for the re-exam in January, instead of the entire course next year...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 30, 2011, 07:28:09 PM
That sucks. I'm sorry. :-(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 30, 2011, 07:33:19 PM
Just failed my exam! Horribly. As in, absolutely staggeringly bad. With a little luck I'm up for the re-exam in January, instead of the entire course next year...

Tell me the percentages so I can make a poster and frame it.

Then I will need your address for delivery.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 30, 2011, 08:11:23 PM
Just failed my exam! Horribly. As in, absolutely staggeringly bad. With a little luck I'm up for the re-exam in January, instead of the entire course next year...

Tell me the percentages so I can make a poster and frame it.

Then I will need your address for delivery.
57%.

.....Incorrect
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 30, 2011, 08:13:44 PM
I CAN'T HANDLE THE MATHS NEEDED TO GET THE ANSWER FROM THIS INFORMATION.

How did you manage that? I thought you were highly edumacated.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 30, 2011, 08:20:34 PM
I thought you were highly edumacated.

Edumacated, adj., having learned everything you know from listening to live broadcasts from the Russian parliament. -> edumacate; -> edumacation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 30, 2011, 08:43:58 PM
I CAN'T HANDLE THE MATHS NEEDED TO GET THE ANSWER FROM THIS INFORMATION.

How did you manage that? I thought you were highly edumacated.
Didn't start rehearsing/studying early enough, didn't do enough during the term and the test (according to everyone I've spoken to) was an absolute pain in the neck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 01, 2011, 04:22:02 PM
hmmm those sweaty redshirts with their fantastic odour...I already get all worked up just thinking about them.

Unlike regular hobbyist and free store owners who have excellent hygiene and social skills  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 01, 2011, 04:52:34 PM
I wonder why those hobby shops don´t apply hot chicks for the shops the nerds would come just to look at them and they could easily seduce pimple boy to buy some gold platinum swords.

Ahhh....yes the pay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on October 02, 2011, 08:44:12 PM
Very sad news. My best friends tragically lost their daughter this last weekend.  She was 14 years old, and her dad is like a brother to me.  Words seem pretty feeble and weak at times like these.  Just send thoughts and prayers to the family of the deceased.

Thanks
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 02, 2011, 08:53:36 PM
I'm very sorry to hear that. How did it happen, if I may ask?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 02, 2011, 08:58:42 PM
Thoughts and Prayers.  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 02, 2011, 09:44:16 PM
That's awful. My best thoughts to the family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 03, 2011, 07:53:16 AM
Man, that's horrible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 03, 2011, 09:55:07 AM
It is indeed.

My condolences.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 03, 2011, 12:53:05 PM
I wonder why those hobby shops don´t apply hot chicks for the shops the nerds would come just to look at them and they could easily seduce pimple boy to buy some gold platinum swords.

Ahhh....yes the pay.
\

No, the pay is fine.  Hot Chicks who have a job are looking for some rich, good looking guy who earns enough so that she does not have to work and can father pretty kids.

Not too many of those in a hobby shop.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 03, 2011, 01:08:32 PM
Yes, I guess Shadowlord visiting the GW store once a week is not enough.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on October 03, 2011, 02:36:04 PM
I'm very sorry to hear that. How did it happen, if I may ask?

Mysterious circumstances.  Her family did share that "She was a good kid, and did something that today's teens are doing, that cost her dearly."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 04, 2011, 03:10:42 AM
I think I am allergic to cats which sucks because I live with 2 of them and they belong to my girlfriend. :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 04, 2011, 06:15:52 AM
I think I am allergic to cats which sucks because I live with 2 of them and they belong to my girlfriend. :eusa_wall:
Just dump her already, will you? How many times do we have to tell you?


 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 06, 2011, 02:46:56 AM
My hard drive may have corrupted for the second time in 6 months. Luckily this time I have a desktop computer I brought down to serve as a media server, but still.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on October 06, 2011, 05:07:30 AM
RIP Steve Jobs

Thank you for everything :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 06, 2011, 06:30:59 AM
RIP Steve Jobs

Thank you for everything :eusa_clap:

Indeed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 06, 2011, 12:43:24 PM
The saddest thing about living in Sweden must be that we're one of the most atheist and liberal countries, so there are almost no religious fundamentalists or right wing extremists to make fun of  :icon_cry:

Also, someone stole my bloody rope!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 06, 2011, 01:10:34 PM
You can make of the leftiest nutjobs who think installing the Sharia as new swedish law might be a smart move.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 06, 2011, 01:14:16 PM
The saddest thing about living in Sweden must be that we're one of the most atheist and liberal countries, so there are almost no religious fundamentalists or right wing extremists to make fun of 

You've joined the right forum then.






:engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 06, 2011, 04:15:41 PM
The saddest thing about living in Sweden must be that we're one of the most atheist and liberal countries, so there are almost no religious fundamentalists or right wing extremists to make fun of  :icon_cry:

You are either living in the 50ies or smoking crack the rest of us Swedes haven't heard about.

I too wanna live in that My Little Pony Sweden.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 06, 2011, 04:57:54 PM
I didn't say we don't have our fair share of them, just that they're not as numerous as in, say, USA or Denmark. Or maybe it's just my city (it's very middle sized and a university city so most people are students... and lots of hippies).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 06, 2011, 05:28:18 PM
University cities, filthy liberal hangouts!

We should purge them all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 06, 2011, 05:38:14 PM
Yeah, filthy liberals. They screwed up my schooling big time, I'm voting for the socialists!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 06, 2011, 05:42:57 PM
Voting? Hah! We'll soon be rid of that nonsense.

Let the purging begin!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 06, 2011, 05:57:39 PM
Or maybe it's just my city (it's very middle sized and a university city so most people are students... and lots of hippies).

That and your age no doubt.

One day you will be an adult and Sharia will be the new McDonalds.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 06, 2011, 06:07:06 PM
Crud. Better move to Iceland then, McDonald's left the entire country during the recession xD (btw since when did leftists become muslim?)

And I bow to your wiseness and look forward to burning in hell with all the other infidels, Insha'Shadowlord!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 06, 2011, 06:30:08 PM
btw since when did leftists become muslim?

They day they decided it was nicer bending over than loving their own country.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 06, 2011, 06:32:11 PM
...nah... not worth it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 06, 2011, 06:48:04 PM
...nah... not worth it.

Shadowlord bending over and "not worth it"?

I know it's a reversal of roles but... yeah.

 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 06, 2011, 06:49:17 PM
He's too old for my tastes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 06, 2011, 06:50:51 PM
 :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 06, 2011, 07:00:39 PM
He's too old for my tastes.

But you are not too young for mine...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 07, 2011, 01:15:02 AM
University cities, filthy liberal hangouts!

We should purge them all.
purge mine first, too many locals prey on the students, crime is incredibly high here.  Im walking distance from the metro to my apartment but if its dark I have to take 2 buses to get home safely.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 07, 2011, 05:41:11 PM
Go vigilante on their ass then!
 
Also, though I am also a leftist liberal, those hippie/hipster students annoy the hell out of me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 08, 2011, 08:40:42 PM
Unhappy thought....Fandirs tummy is hurting and he can´t eat anything right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 09, 2011, 07:15:27 AM
Overslept at pretty much the worst moment possible. Today.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 09, 2011, 10:23:07 AM
It's a Sunday! What did you miss?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 09, 2011, 10:25:12 AM
An appointment with some senior members of my association.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 09, 2011, 10:40:40 AM
Ooops.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on October 11, 2011, 08:07:43 AM
Have managed to put my back out somehow. Four days before the start of the athletics season. :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 12, 2011, 05:38:29 AM
The recession is causing me to rejoin the Air Force.


I have to lose 20 pounds before they'll take me back.


I have to run to lose weight.  :icon_cry:

Running hurts. Stupid genetics and my hereditary knee problem.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 12, 2011, 05:54:34 AM
You can swim to lose weight too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 12, 2011, 06:42:54 AM
You can swim to lose weight too.

Don't help him.

He doesn't deserve help.  :icon_mad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 12, 2011, 07:27:07 AM
Swimming is great and also the one major thing that really saves calories....switch from pop drinks to pure water.

Water = 0 calories and after a week you get used to less sweets.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on October 12, 2011, 07:39:37 AM
Swimming is great and also the one major thing that really saves calories....switch from pop drinks to pure water.

Water = 0 calories and after a week you get used to less sweets.


Done that. keeps more fat off, but doesn't lower what is present. Although some of the water I drink may contains hops and such...  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 12, 2011, 07:46:18 AM
If you want to drink alcohol....only drink it in the morning so your body has all day to get rid of the carbs  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 12, 2011, 10:26:37 AM
You can swim to lose weight too.

Yeah, but that's even harder. And I have to find a pool, and I'm not able to afford a gym membership to get access to a good pool. Also, quite frankly, I don't like to take my shirt off in public.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 12, 2011, 10:28:28 AM
Can't you just keep your weight and fly the Predator drones instead?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 12, 2011, 10:32:35 AM
Can't you just keep your weight and fly the Predator drones instead?

No, because the Air Force apparently got sick of being called the Chair Force, so now everyone has to adhere to their fitness standards that they apparently pulled out of a 1970's pamphlet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 12, 2011, 10:37:31 AM
I guess they want to save fuel, too.




I'm only half joking here. Allegedly, this was the reason the NVA (east German army) kept their recruits in the barracks during the weekends - so that they wouldn't increase weight at home, so that the transports would need less fuel.

Could be an urban legend though. There's only so much of GDR chocolate you could eat before throwing up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 12, 2011, 10:42:48 AM
I guess they want to save fuel, too.




I'm only half joking here. Allegedly, this was the reason the NVA (east German army) kept their recruits in the barracks during the weekends - so that they wouldn't increase weight at home, so that the transports would need less fuel.

Could be an urban legend though. There's only so much of GDR chocolate you could eat before throwing up.

That makes some sense, especially on older aircraft where a 2-5 pounds spread over a bunch of guys could actually cause weight issues.

On the other hand, during my previous 6 years in the Air Force I only flew 13 times for military purposes, and once on a reward flight for being awesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 12, 2011, 11:04:20 AM
Now that doesn´t make any sense.....only one flight while you are awesome all the time?

(I just like to praise you to bait Dwhitey...so don´t take it personal..please)

Ok if swimming and running is out, pick up a bicycle. My brother the Ex Para lieutenant also has knee issues because he always overdid himself. So he didn´t run anymore and became fat, after I poked the bear pretty often he started to get a new hobby...cycling around all the time, at day...at night around the lake constance and now I am the fat bear to be poked.

Cycling is pretty solid on losing weight AND it is not as stressfull on your knees.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 12, 2011, 11:33:33 AM
Now that doesn´t make any sense.....only one flight while you are awesome all the time?

(I just like to praise you to bait Dwhitey...so don´t take it personal..please)

Ok if swimming and running is out, pick up a bicycle. My brother the Ex Para lieutenant also has knee issues because he always overdid himself. So he didn´t run anymore and became fat, after I poked the bear pretty often he started to get a new hobby...cycling around all the time, at day...at night around the lake constance and now I am the fat bear to be poked.

Cycling is pretty solid on losing weight AND it is not as stressfull on your knees.

I can't afford a bicycle.  :icon_cry: Plus, I've had three bicycles stolen in this city already.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 12, 2011, 11:48:42 AM
That sucks. Some cities seem to be especially prone for getting your bike stolen.

It's the same here, especially with expensive bikes. A colleague of mine had two stolen in, oh, a month I think. Even though he invested in a big fat lock after the first one.

How about some weight lifting, Cannon? That won't necessarily reduce your own weight, but they wouldn't turn you down when you show up ripped like Lundgren in his prime, would they?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 12, 2011, 11:55:44 AM
That sucks. Some cities seem to be especially prone for getting your bike stolen.

It's the same here, especially with expensive bikes. A colleague of mine had two stolen in, oh, a month I think. Even though he invested in a big fat lock after the first one.

How about some weight lifting, Cannon? That won't necessarily reduce your own weight, but they wouldn't turn you down when you show up ripped like Lundgren in his prime, would they?

Weight lifting seems like a good way to throw my back out.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 12, 2011, 01:15:59 PM
The Weib having a really awesome job prospect to translate a book about Steve Jobs, now got turned down by the customer because...well mainly he was an unprofessional dickhead.

 :icon_mad:

Hard work over a weekend.

All for nothing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 12, 2011, 02:32:08 PM
That sucks. Some cities seem to be especially prone for getting your bike stolen.

It's the same here, especially with expensive bikes. A colleague of mine had two stolen in, oh, a month I think. Even though he invested in a big fat lock after the first one.
I thought you had enough bikes already...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 12, 2011, 02:33:36 PM
Don't run.  Walk like a demon with just a bit of running so you can meet your time.

Low intensity activity will burn fat faster than high intensity.  Yes, it will eat up more time, but you will burn fat the whole time.

Just eat many small meals and/or snacks plus water and put in a lot of time in low intensity activity.  Keep that heart rate elevated, but down.

Go find some trails to walk on and it'll be easier on your joints.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 12, 2011, 02:54:52 PM
Low intensity activity will burn fat faster than high intensity.  Yes, it will eat up more time, but you will burn fat the whole time.
Ahem? You switch to fat burning when intensity increases. I'm not sure where you got your notion from.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 12, 2011, 03:43:48 PM
When you work out, you burn calories.  Some come from fat, some from other sources (digestion and stored reserves).

The lower your heart rate, the more that comes from fat (burning fat is slow).

The higher the heart rate, the more that comes from other sources of quicker energy.

At high heart rates fat burning and digestion stop and you only burn quick energy stores.

By maintain low heart rates, you burn a higher percentage of fat.  The cost is you burn it much slower.  So the time spent exercising goes up.

Given that Cannon has joint problems and if he has the time, and his goal is to lose fat... a long, low intensity work out with a proper diet (ie not too many calories coming in) would max the fat burn.

Quote
Heart Rate Training Zones Heart

Heart rate training zones are calculated by taking into consideration your Maximum Heart Rate (MHR) and your Resting Heart Rate (RHR). Within each training zone, subtle physiological effects take place to enhance your fitness.

The Energy Efficient or Recovery Zone - 60% to 70%
Training within this zone develops basic endurance and aerobic capacity. All easy recovery running should be completed at a maximum of 70%. Another advantage to running in this zone is that while you are happily fat burning you may lose weight and you will be allowing your muscles to re-energise with glycogen, which has been expended during those faster paced workouts.

The Aerobic Zone - 70% to 80%
Training in this zone will develop your cardiovascular system. The body's ability to transport oxygen to, and carbon dioxide away from, the working muscles can be developed and improved. As you become fitter and stronger from training in this zone it will be possible to run some of your long weekend runs at up to 75%, so getting the benefits of some fat burning and improved aerobic capacity.

The Anaerobic Zone - 80% to 90%
Training in this zone will develop your lactic acid system. In this zone, your individual anaerobic threshold (AT) is found - sometimes referred to the point of deflection (POD). During these heart rates, the amount of fat being utilised as the main source of energy is greatly reduced and glycogen stored in the muscle is predominantly used. One of the by-products of burning this glycogen is lactic acid. There is a point at which the body can no longer remove the lactic acid from the working muscles quickly enough. This is your anaerobic threshold (AT). Through the correct training, it is possible to delay the AT by being able to increase your ability to deal with the lactic acid for a longer period of time or by pushing the AT higher.
The Red Line Zone 90% to 100%

Training in this zone will only be possible for short periods. It effectively trains your fast twitch muscle fibres and helps to develop speed. This zone is reserved for interval running and only the very fit are able to train effectively within this zone.

http://www.brianmac.co.uk/hrm1.htm


In my research and opinion, and if Cannon has the time... Train a huge amount of time in the low threshold area (fast but comfortable walking).  Occasionally train in the high thresholds for short periods of time just to be able to make times for timed events during testing.  These intense workouts are largely for the cardiovascular system so they do not even have to be running.  It can be biking or any other activity that can get the heart rate up for 15 to 20 minutes to high levels without stressing the joints.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on October 12, 2011, 07:56:32 PM
A while back, I had posted that my friends lost thier 14 year old daughter tragically.  Obi for one, wanted to know how/why.  I was looking for a site that would be appropriate to share, and the victim's mother posted a link on facebook.

So, please share this link with your friends and family.

http://www.gaspinfo.com/en/home.html (http://www.gaspinfo.com/en/home.html)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 12, 2011, 08:00:06 PM
Oh god. That sounds awful.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 12, 2011, 09:22:12 PM
What. The. Hell?

Please tell me this is a really bad joke.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 12, 2011, 09:34:40 PM
What. The. Hell?

Please tell me this is a really bad joke.

You've never heard of things like auto-erotic asphyxiation?

You're missing out, son.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 12, 2011, 09:37:06 PM
'Course I've heard of it, but this is... they're like twelve!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 12, 2011, 09:39:29 PM
And?

The world is a terrible place, this stuff happens all the time. It's a naive viewpoint to be shocked at the age of it if you're a prolific internet user, or just live in/know of the Valleys (Wales).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 12, 2011, 10:00:13 PM
Well I thought I was unusually cynical for an 18 year old and then something like this comes and still manages to make me feel even worse about humanity. Good thing the Internet is also full of things that can cheer you up or I'd be dangling from the ceiling by now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 12, 2011, 10:01:54 PM
Well I thought I was unusually cynical for an 18 year old and then something like this comes and still manages to make me feel even worse about humanity. Good thing the Internet is also full of things that can cheer you up or I'd be dangling from the ceiling by now.

You're so adorable.

You must be great at parties. Work on that cynicism, it's vital for everything in life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 12, 2011, 10:17:20 PM
Thanks, mr, D. Gee, I hope I'll be as enlightened and grumpy as you when I grow up!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 12, 2011, 10:23:44 PM
Thanks, mr, D. Gee, I hope I'll be as enlightened and grumpy as you when I grow up!

It might scare you to know you're not that far off.  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 12, 2011, 10:31:49 PM
It actually does. I'm bloody terrified, like sitting in the corner curled up in fetal position, shaking of angst, terrified. Could be the cold, though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 12, 2011, 10:32:46 PM
That or bad gas.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on October 13, 2011, 12:38:50 AM
just in case you should get out of the corner and go to the can before you test the theory.... it might not be gas.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 13, 2011, 07:29:55 AM
Overall guys take your cynism yes or no debate away from the tragedy of the death of that child.

As a tragedy it is.

Sniffing glue, taking drugs, choking yourself into stupor or even death. There are lots of ways how teenagers try to push the limits and there always have been. I am sorry for the loss of those parents.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 14, 2011, 11:36:01 AM
A while back, I had posted that my friends lost thier 14 year old daughter tragically.  Obi for one, wanted to know how/why.  I was looking for a site that would be appropriate to share, and the victim's mother posted a link on facebook.

So, please share this link with your friends and family.

http://www.gaspinfo.com/en/home.html (http://www.gaspinfo.com/en/home.html)
Oh man, that's really bad. I know people who do/did that (different technique though).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on October 14, 2011, 03:25:45 PM
Overall guys take your cynism yes or no debate away from the tragedy of the death of that child.

As a tragedy it is.

Sniffing glue, taking drugs, choking yourself into stupor or even death. There are lots of ways how teenagers try to push the limits and there always have been. I am sorry for the loss of those parents.

Thanks Fandir, in honor of the departed, (whose favorite color was purple)  I have decided to paint my Empire army in the Ostermark theme.  (Less pinky or lavender though)  I let her father know.  (who has about 10,000 points of Empire, not an exaggeration btw) about your guy's sentiments and my army choice, and he was very touched. 

We are planning a tourney in Michigan at some point to benefit the orginization I posted the link to sometime early next year. 

Thanks again! 

Oh, and I have been working on my cynicism, and I still find ways in which I am lacking...need to take the "Correspondence course for cynics" but, I probably wouldn't have time...since they take all your time and money away.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 14, 2011, 03:30:48 PM
Oh, and I have been working on my cynicism, and I still find ways in which I am lacking...need to take the "Correspondence course for cynics" but, I probably wouldn't have time...since they take all your time and money away.

It's a start.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: der Hurenwiebel on October 14, 2011, 04:43:48 PM
WOW I'd completely missed the post about the girl losing her life playing that stupid strangling game.  My heartfelt condolences to the family and may no other children fall prey to this irresponsible idiocy. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: scarletsquig on October 14, 2011, 04:51:45 PM
What. The. Hell?

Please tell me this is a really bad joke.

You've never heard of things like auto-erotic asphyxiation?

You're missing out, son.

An ex of mine once mentioned that she was into that. I said no... sounds bloody stupid to me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on October 14, 2011, 05:08:10 PM
Starting to think that GMAIL have something against me, some job started and he send me on spam and spam sending in inbox  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on October 14, 2011, 08:33:51 PM
An ex of mine once mentioned that she was into that. I said no... sounds bloody stupid to me.

I once had an ex like that, she wanted me to choke her and slap her during sex.  I was like "What?!" and she said, "Slap me!"  the rest I won't go into becuase this is a PG-13 rated forum...I think.  But, I absolutely refused to choke her...sick people out there...but, trends unfortunately are always followed by only the sickos...As far as I know, this poor girl was normal in pretty much every other way, and it was the first time she experimented with "The choking game". 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 14, 2011, 08:46:22 PM
(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/SaveBacon.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 15, 2011, 09:07:02 AM
That picture made me laugh. Well done.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 15, 2011, 09:22:03 AM
I don't like bacon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 15, 2011, 09:36:58 AM
I don't like bacon.

 :?

But... it's fried! I thought you liked everything that could be fried in a pan!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 16, 2011, 08:49:08 PM
Maybe. *Sniff* Maybe.

Anyway, I realised I was quite angry at work today, and decided the crying manbabies that populate Wales and England could be the target for my ire.

Specifically, a Welsh player being sent off due to illegally spear tackling a French player, being given the red card and a 3 week ban (which are appropriate and required measures due to a memo sent to all refs for zero tolerance on spear tackles), meaning that Wales lost.

(http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/23273_126866960673038_559_n.jpg)

Obviously, being French/Irish the ref was clearly biased and looking for anyway to overpenalise the Welsh so the French could win.

(http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/23273_126866960673038_559_n.jpg)
I like this image to much. It also fits.

F*** you you f****** idiot whiners at my work today complaining about the game and the ref, stop idolising your "hero" who broke the rules and could've paralysed another player by doing something he wasn't allowed to. Stop blaming the ref because your team didn't win. Stop blaming anyone, and accept that you don't have a "Destiny" to be in the final. If you did you would be there. And stop it with the "You" "Me" "We" shit, are you in the team that played? No? F*** off. "We deserved to be there" my ass.

(http://www.onefunsite.com/images/donkey.jpg)
Am I there yet?

****** **** ***** jingoistic *******. The worst comes from the bloody English who upon being kicked out, suddenly all have Grandmas from Swansea and talk like ignorant caricatures from Barry. If you're going to be jingoistic, remember, no-one likes a whore who sells only to the winner/potential winner.

(http://www.yeovilarts.co.uk/malcolmwelshman/welshman.jpg)
I couldn't find a picture of a Welshman that fit, and that dog is hilarious

I would like to point out another time the said ref saw a spear tackle. Red Card to Florian Fritz. And it was against a side the French loving ref should have hated. Or maybe he actually read the aforementioned memo and the law in Rugby against spear tackles?

(http://www.rugbydump.com/media/posts/florian-fritz-red-card.jpg)
Actually, Florian looks like he just won something

Thank you. I needed to vent and I feel better now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 16, 2011, 10:26:03 PM
There were 2 other spear tackles in the group stages which werent even penalised, the south african rugby analyst on ITV showed them this morning.

I think a yellow card would have been the correct decision.

But I don't care, because Wales is shit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 17, 2011, 12:25:14 PM
You are right to shut down the idiot whiners.  Not too many teams get red cards for spearing when they are up by 2 goals.  Yea, it might happen once a blue moon, but still.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 17, 2011, 02:24:36 PM
My opinion is this. Those other players should also have had red cards, and the refs should be penalised for not taking a zero tolerance viewpoint.

However, the results of those games are now done and done. The refs can still be retroactively penetrated from the rear though.

My main issue is the whining though, which amusingly I'm whining about, as is always the case of people angry at whiners.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 18, 2011, 06:54:37 PM
Got a virus, now I have to reformat my laptop. Making this my second wipe in 6 months. :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 18, 2011, 08:09:38 PM
My school computer freezes at least twice a day so severely I have to turn it off manually and the rest of the computers in my house aren't any better (the family stationary takes ten minutes to turn on and the family laptop hasn't got a screen). Got thing I'm not a gamer or I'd have gone mental by now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on October 19, 2011, 08:25:10 AM
My school computer freezes at least twice a day so severely I have to turn it off manually and the rest of the computers in my house aren't any better (the family stationary takes ten minutes to turn on and the family laptop hasn't got a screen). Got thing I'm not a gamer or I'd have gone mental by now.
Reformat them.

Got a virus, now I have to reformat my laptop. Making this my second wipe in 6 months. :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:
How do you even get viruses nowadays?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 19, 2011, 09:18:45 AM
The forum was inaccessible all day :icon_cry:

(http://cybernetnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/404error-2d3.jpg)

But now it appears to be back.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 19, 2011, 11:51:22 AM
How do you even get viruses nowadays?

Emailed PDF's or DOC's will do it still.

But most get them from either going to a website that is able to insert them into your machine or by using the wireless in a place with baddies and not enough firewall protection on your machine.

Or just plain bad luck and good virus programmers randomly decide they want your machine.  No normal person can stop a determined attack.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 19, 2011, 01:06:12 PM
Wasn't a virus. Bad hard drive sector. Made me feel better about my security habits anyway. Still the second time in 6 months I've had to do drastic maintinance. Not happy with HP right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on October 19, 2011, 02:10:08 PM
Reformat them.

I've already had the school laptop reformatted three times, once upgraded with windows 7, and my dad is too untechnical (and, I suspect, too lazy) do do anything about our family computers. For the record, so am I.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 19, 2011, 04:43:26 PM
The forum was inaccessible all day :icon_cry:

(http://cybernetnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/404error-2d3.jpg)

But now it appears to be back.
yeh, what was up with that?

H*runnnnnah
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on October 21, 2011, 02:43:22 PM
I am in a theatre production that opens next week, and I have a bad cold. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on October 21, 2011, 02:44:33 PM
I am in a theatre production that opens next week, and I have a bad cold.

Not nice. I've heard worse though. Probably be breaking some confidentiality agreements if I shared though.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 23, 2011, 10:35:33 AM
I may have to become a Michigan State fan.  :icon_eek:

That Wisconsin game. Holy shit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 23, 2011, 10:54:24 AM
I may have to become a Michigan State fan.  :icon_eek:

That Wisconsin game. Holy shit.

LSU was better.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 23, 2011, 12:48:05 PM
Well, yes, but I'm already sort of a fan of LSU.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 24, 2011, 10:15:53 AM
Well, yes, but I'm already sort of a fan of LSU.

Who isn't? I like their defensive players that end up on Buffalo's roster the most.  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on October 24, 2011, 11:07:34 AM
It all started 2 weeks ago.


It's crazy.

The stores are selling christmas stuff and some even decorated for christmas...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on October 24, 2011, 11:51:06 AM
It all started 2 weeks ago.


It's crazy.

The stores are selling christmas stuff and some even decorated for christmas...
I have heard of stores starting already in September...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on October 24, 2011, 11:53:59 AM
Well, I wouldn't complain about it...

...except that the spiced cakes are best when fresh, and they are fresh now and will be stale in December. That sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 31, 2011, 04:25:04 AM
Chemistry is making me feel like the dumbest person on the planet. I've failed our last 3 quizzes and I haven't understood a lecture in 3 weeks.

Also my sociology professor feels the need to ensure we all know what all the words in the reading mean. Because we aren't possibly old enough to look in a dictionary. And by ensure, I mean half his questions in class are asking us what the words mean.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 01, 2011, 02:47:23 AM
my world is on fire...
http://warhammer-empire.com/theforum/index.php?topic=39981.msg640208#msg640208 (http://warhammer-empire.com/theforum/index.php?topic=39981.msg640208#msg640208)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 01, 2011, 03:03:47 AM
my world is on fire...
http://warhammer-empire.com/theforum/index.php?topic=39981.msg640208#msg640208 (http://warhammer-empire.com/theforum/index.php?topic=39981.msg640208#msg640208)

 :icon_sad: Sorry to hear it buddy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on November 01, 2011, 09:21:16 AM
...My world's on fire how about yours
That's the way I like it and I'll never get bored

Hey now you're an All Star get your game on, go play
Hey now you're a Rock Star get the show on get paid
And all that glitters is gold
Only shooting stars break the mold



Good luck man, get your game on and keep playing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 02, 2011, 05:58:31 PM
thanks fellas.  We are talking, but from a distance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 02, 2011, 06:05:31 PM
Finish her/with her.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on November 02, 2011, 06:27:02 PM
Half the people in my country are creationists.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 02, 2011, 06:50:09 PM
thanks fellas.  We are talking, but from a distance.

Keep it that way, if you're in the mood for advice - from what you've been posting on here over time that relationship was never particularly healthy. Doesn't mean either of you is a bad person, but sometimes a painful end is better than prolonging the agony, which, admittedly from the narrow perspective you've been providing, seemed to be what you two were doing.

I hope you get over it well man, breakups always suck almost no matter what.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 02, 2011, 08:19:25 PM
Half the people in my country are creationists.



Eat them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on November 02, 2011, 09:12:04 PM
thanks fellas.  We are talking, but from a distance.

Have the guts to end it. Her issues are irrelevant. Playing the knight in shining armor is good for movies, but crap for real relationships. You're just being used, from what you post.

I'm gonna tell a little story. A good friend of mine was a bit like you when we were around 18-20. Picked up girls who had issues. One girl in particular. All his friends hated her, and she was young too, like 15 when he was 18, putting him in a bad position. Occasional drug user, binge drinker, terrible relationship with her single mother.

They often had shouting matches, and one day when she was shouting at him in a park she slapped him and he grabbed her shoulders and told her to calm down. She called the cops and he got charged.

Then they started "talking from a distance" and she dropped the charges. Against all his friends advice he started seeing her again, and they moved in together when she was 17. She then decided she wanted a baby and dropped out of school. I told him to get out fast, but he didn't listen. He did refuse to have a baby with her.

When he came home the next day, her 26 year old other boyfriend my friend knew nothing about was waiting. He was a bricklayer and huge. My friend got the shit beaten out of him in his own home, but he said he just stood there laughing because his problems were over. He left, finally and never contacted her again.

As an aside, that bricklayer got her pregnant, but committed suicide a year or so ago, so now she's a single mother, according to a mutual friend.

This is not what you want. Trust me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 02, 2011, 09:21:36 PM
not just using, she sounds abusive.

I can't imagine my wife telling me I couldnt play warhammer for basically any reason, let alone someone showed her their army when they were younger.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 02, 2011, 09:23:55 PM
Honestly getting to the point of "End it, because eventually people will start giving up. On you.".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 03, 2011, 01:24:55 AM
Granted, our knowledge of the subject is only from what information we have gotten directly from Feanor, however, some of the most common phrases from abusive relationships are: "You just don't know him/her like I do" and "He/she is really sweet most of the time, it's just sometimes he/she loses control".

She's not going to get better. She's only gotten worse from what you've said. Cut your ties and move on, buddy.  :-(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 03, 2011, 07:08:46 AM
University library is way too full. I'm 200000% more efficient in my studying there, yet today is the first day I could find a spot. Exam is tomorrow.

No, really. It opens at 8, it is full 2 minutes past. There's a line of approx 100 people waiting outside, everyday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 03, 2011, 07:38:16 AM
Honestly getting to the point of "End it, because eventually people will start giving up. On you.".

Well I for my part am beyond caring.

They both should to to therapy she because of her abusive behaviour and him for his self abusive behaviour. I would even bet a cask of beer that this self abusive kind of behaviour isn´t limited to his girl but spreads over his whole social life, friends, work, family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 03, 2011, 02:12:40 PM
Honestly getting to the point of "End it, because eventually people will start giving up. On you.".

Well I for my part am beyond caring.

They both should to to therapy she because of her abusive behaviour and him for his self abusive behaviour. I would even bet a cask of beer that this self abusive kind of behaviour isn´t limited to his girl but spreads over his whole social life, friends, work, family.
then you owe me a cask of beer, because it is limited to just her.  :::cheers:::

We are just talking, I wouldnt mind keeping her as a friend, but just a friend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 03, 2011, 02:37:26 PM
This will work out as long as you both are in another relationship and as soon one is single there will be trouble.

Join the next bash and I bring you a cask of German beer of your choice.
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on November 03, 2011, 07:59:18 PM
Feanor ... if she is being physically, verbally, and mentally abusive, as seems to have been described, that's unacceptable.  Having repeatedly done this, its time to draw a line.  Sometimes it is difficult for the person who is emotonionally involved with such a person to see what's happening, but it is seemingly happening in your situation.  She is acting in a controling fashion and she needs to break her bad habits, or get some some help to be able to break them.  If you can recognize that your own habit of trying to help her, isn't working that a good first step for yourself.

Sometimes folks like you and me (yes, I've been there) can spend a good amount of time trying to help another person through their issues, but unless they take the initiative to help themselves as well, your time and energy, your support is of very little use.  Do what's best for yourself, and in this situation, it will be tough to take the actions you need to take, yet I have confidence in your ability to do what needs to be done.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 03, 2011, 09:58:30 PM
Feanor... I like you, you're a funny guy. That's why I'm gonna kill you last.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 03, 2011, 10:17:10 PM
Feanor... I like you, you're a funny guy. That's why I'm gonna kill you last.
Well to be honest this isnt the worst thing that ever happened to me.  The worst thing is when I brought my girlfriend to my parents last thanksgiving.  We were going through old home movies with the whole family and we came upon my parents home made sex tape...How the hell did that video get mixed in with all the home movies?!

Gamespoet I have given up trying to help her with her personal issues as she is too afraid to try to deal with them.  Luckly her hypno therapist has been helping so I left it to the professional.  Oddly enough the therapist (as well as my the girl's mom) gave her a good tongue lashing about what she did.  The therapist is female and very old fashion.  Pretty much sexist but not femenist.  More like she believes I should be the provider and the girl should have a supporting role.  Not the other way around (which it was because I was unemployed and living with her for free and not contributing finacially).  But now that I have a really good job the relationship dynamic changed and the girl didnt know how to deal with those changes and snapped.  I forgive her but I will always hold this against her (does that make sense?).  She wants me back but honestly I dont see myself going back anytime soon.  Shit if this happened 2 weeks later I'd be on the lease and it would have been impossible to happen.  So many what if's but I am more concerned with what is, not what if.  The hard part about all this is really finding a permanent new place to live.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 03, 2011, 10:46:43 PM
well...still not caring too much.

I have burned through the first season of The Walking dead....and I neeeeeeed MOAaaaaaararararararrrrrrrrr-------brains
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 04, 2011, 10:31:47 AM
I have burned through the first season of The Walking dead....and I neeeeeeed MOAaaaaaararararararrrrrrrrr-------brains

So good, right? Season 2 is even better. I think you can watch the new episodes on AMCtv.com if you have a way to do that in Germany. Otherwise you'll have to torrent it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 04, 2011, 11:11:05 AM
I like how the zombies are semi fast, short bursts close to the guy they want to bite.

Also I like how the survivors act smart but it is hard for them to pull themselves together.

I dislike how they leave all sorts of weapons and ammo behind all the time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 04, 2011, 11:14:24 AM
I like how the zombies are semi fast, short bursts close to the guy they want to bite.

Also I like how the survivors act smart but it is hard for them to pull themselves together.

I dislike how they leave all sorts of weapons and ammo behind all the time.

Yeah, like when they just wander through an overrun military post and don't stop to pick up the abandoned firearms of the (presumably devoured) soldiers that left them.

These are not unhappy thoughts, though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 04, 2011, 11:55:24 AM
Michigan  :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 12:32:54 PM
What did my state do now?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 04, 2011, 12:42:23 PM
I was going to say the same thing...

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 04, 2011, 01:20:13 PM
What did my state do now?
Pass a bill that allows bullying of gays?


Here is the page for SB 0137 (2011). (http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(0zqs5t45ki1tak55pk5aio55))/mileg.aspx?page=getobject&objectname=2011-SB-0137&query=on) The bill as passed by the Senate today has many significant changes to the bill as introduced.
Notable differences:
It now contains language regarding punishment of false accusations of bullying, which are to be treated the same as bullying.
The bombshell: "This section does not abridge the rights under the First Amendment of the constitution of the United States or under article I of the state constitution of 1963 of a school employee, school volunteer, pupil, or a pupil's parent or guardian. This section does not prohibit a statement of a sincerely held religious belief or moral conviction of a school employee, school volunteer, pupil, or a pupil's parent or guardian." In other words, if my religion says you're a subhuman sack of shit because you're gay or wear clothing of mixed fabrics, I and my friends can tell you so until you want to kill yourself and it's not bullying. Oh, and the teacher can join me in saying you deserve to die, too, and it's still not bullying.
TL;DR Fuck everything about this. Read this post, read the bill, and be fucking angry that this shit even has the possibility of being allowed to affect children. We'd better hope it gets changed in the House or I will fucking break something.

Stolen from reddit. http://www.reddit.com/r/atheism/comments/lznje/michigan_republicans_pass_law_allowing_christians/
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 01:24:35 PM
Oh, that's all?

Anyway, it just passed the senate. It'll never get through the House, and even if it does, the governor's kids were bullied in middle school severely, though not for being gay. He won't sign it.

And even if he does, there'll be a referendum next year getting rid of it.

Edit: That said, if you're a Michigander and reading this (Michiganian is and always will be the wrong word), writing to your representative/senator does make a difference. Every letter gets read. Not by the representative, but every single one is read. Just make sure you send it to the right district...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 04, 2011, 01:27:52 PM
Oh, that's all?

Anyway, it just passed the senate. It'll never get through the House, and even if it does, the governor's kids were bullied in middle school severely, though not for being gay. He won't sign it.

And even if he does, there'll be a referendum next year getting rid of it.
I find it scary that you take it lightly that, apparently, there are enough batshit retards governing your state to pull some shit like this.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 01:30:56 PM
Oh, I don't take it lightly. It's just that after a summer of being exposed to just how stupid both the general electorate and the elected officials are, very little shocks me anymore.

And this isn't nearly the worst thing to be proposed. I can't tell you about most of the bills that never made it out of committee unfortunately.

Also, Mississippi is making us look good, so there's that.

And, at least it's not Granholm. God. Considering her economic policies she would have signed it because all she would have seen is the anti-bullying part, and not actually considered what was in the bill.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2011, 01:38:15 PM
Hilarious.

This is why lots of the world think America is insane.

Religion should not have anything to do with anything, apart from what you want to do on sunday morning.
too much of the country is obsessed with it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 04, 2011, 02:06:16 PM
Bleh, it's mainly the crazies that try to force their beliefs on other people.  Making it legal hardly changes anything.
Point being: Those who want to force something on you will find a way, laws be damned.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2011, 02:11:37 PM
(http://www.queerty.com/wp/docs/2011/02/god-hates-fags-360x276.jpg)

This is now ok, according to michigan
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 04, 2011, 02:15:15 PM
(http://www.queerty.com/wp/docs/2011/02/god-hates-fags-360x276.jpg)

This is now ok, according to michigan

As it should be, I want to go on a fag bashing now. Nothing physical, just going around, telling them they should all die etc. You know, the norm.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 02:16:17 PM
It already was, actually. Free speech and all. This doesn't allow anything that wasn't already allowed.

Edit: The US has far, far looser restrictions on speech than you guys do. And honestly I prefer it that way, but bad comes with the good.
Also:

(http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/307271_253005111404228_100000842245777_694582_373678597_n.jpg)

For every crazy person there's at least one reasonable one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2011, 02:19:22 PM
For every crazy person there's at least one reasonable one.
I don't like those odds.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 02:21:13 PM
Me neither. You guys have your crazies too though, just in different areas (BNP for starters...).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 04, 2011, 02:22:36 PM
It already was, actually. Free speech and all. This doesn't allow anything that wasn't already allowed.

I know you don't mean that for schools though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 02:25:16 PM
Well, sort of. The 1st amendment is tricky.

In practice, no. But, school officials were not required to treat the bullying of gays as hate crimes (which, IIRC, the bill mandates with this religious exception).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 04, 2011, 02:28:14 PM
I actually get amused in conversations when someone asks why people are afraid to come out nowadays as we're so "modern" and "accepting".

And that's in Britain, which is still full of unpleasantness.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2011, 02:38:35 PM
Me neither. You guys have your crazies too though, just in different areas (BNP for starters...).
BNP hold the same beliefs as your average overly religious republican, I reckon. ie, the arizona immigration stuff going down ATM.


A massive portion of the USA is overly religious, and it has been allowed to effect politics too much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 02:44:09 PM
I don't disagree, I'm just pointing out that Britain and the rest of the world is not free from the phenomenon.

For the record, only 12% of Americans identify as Tea Partiers or support the Tea Party.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 04, 2011, 02:46:15 PM
Now if only 12% wasn't a significant amount. Oh wait, it is.

Say if it was 1.2%... and even then.

And of course every country is full of shit. If we focus on that how the fuck can we get a good hatin' on for anyone in particular?

Let Finlay have his 'merkin bashing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on November 04, 2011, 03:13:27 PM
The brand spanking version of the bible has sold 40,000 copies so far here.  :icon_confused:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 04, 2011, 03:15:28 PM
The brand spanking version of the bible has sold 40,000 copies so far here.  :icon_confused:

And how many of those were yours? 100?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on November 04, 2011, 03:47:42 PM
No, the paper is too thin to wipe my arse with.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2011, 03:50:15 PM
12% is a massive proportion, and they are only the middleground of crazed religious republicans.
I bet less than 1% of Britain is BNP.

The religious attitude of America is a bit backwards.

Religious craziness is probably more prevalent in American than anywhere else in the world which isn’t Islamic. and it effects all of America.

creationism in school. say wut.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 04, 2011, 04:03:32 PM
 :mellow:

Well....yes.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2011, 04:12:23 PM
:mellow:

Well....yes.
+1 internets to me?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 04, 2011, 04:13:24 PM
Unhappy thought - Religion and Politics....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 04:34:49 PM
From my experience the Tea Party is not the middle-ground. They're pretty close to as polarized as it gets.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2011, 04:42:50 PM
But they are not far right like westboro Baptists, and a lot of other republicans will be mildy religiously crazy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 04, 2011, 04:48:14 PM
The Westboro guys are at most 100 people. Also, literally no one else in the country agrees with them. You can't use them as a measure of the rest of the country.

Anyway, scale of 1-10.

1 are normal, moderate republicans. 10 are the Westboro idjits.

Tea Party is about a 6.5-7.5.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 04, 2011, 04:54:19 PM
Finlay it is your lucky day...+2 internets and a virtual washing machine.

http://www.oldewash.com/photos/325.JPG (http://www.oldewash.com/photos/325.JPG)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on November 04, 2011, 06:25:29 PM
The creepiest thing about WBC is that there are -multiple- lawyers in the family. For some reason the media has ignored the fact that their goal is to get attacked so they can sue the city they're in for not protecting them. So yeah, wishing that the US had European-style hate speech laws won't do me much good. The best thing is to simply ignore them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on November 04, 2011, 06:52:42 PM
So yeah, wishing that the US had European-style hate speech laws won't do me much good. The best thing is to simply ignore them.
Total free speech is one of the best things about the US IMO.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on November 04, 2011, 10:50:17 PM
If we had "total free speech" I'd be allowed to shout "fire!" in a crowded theatre. Free speech ends when you're saying something that will cause injury.

SCOTUS just ruled that pornographic videos involving kittens, puppies, ducklings, and other animals being crushed to death are "free speech". But if you're a veteran protesting the power of the banks in Oakland you get a flashbang to the face. I love America.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 04, 2011, 11:18:36 PM
Second season of the walking dead starts....odd.

Why are zombie movie people always so stupid stupid stupid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 04, 2011, 11:21:29 PM
Second season of the walking dead starts....odd.

Why are zombie movie people always so stupid stupid stupid.

Because actual people are stupid stupid stupid, especially in a crisis.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 05, 2011, 12:44:23 AM
12% is a massive proportion, and they are only the middleground of crazed religious republicans.
I bet less than 1% of Britain is BNP.

The religious attitude of America is a bit backwards.

Religious craziness is probably more prevalent in American than anywhere else in the world which isn’t Islamic. and it effects all of America.

creationism in school. say wut.

Now don't get me wrong here, there are so many things wrong with the WBC, I'm just being devil's advocate.

What's wrong with creationism in school when atheistic or theistic evolution is also taught?  These all require faith to believe in since evolution isn't directly observable.  Don't get me wrong I can poke some pretty big hole's in creationism (the easiest being 'how can you use the bible as a scientific account when it never claims to be?) but it's no less flawed than atheistic or theistic evolution.

The religious atitude everywhere in the world is a bit backwards:
-Anders the crazy Norwegian (was his belief in a non-islamic europe not akin to religious fanatacism?)
-Dawkins and social darwinism: this belief is certainly religious in nature: using the theory of evolution to come to a conclusion that God, a metaphysical being, can be dis-proven by physical theories.  That certainly requires faith.
-Atheism: Believing that there is no God and then making your own judgments about the how the world runs requires the same faith (in your self as a reasonable and logical medium) as any religious person.

The point I'm trying to make here is that human beings aren't totally logical, we all make judgments based on faith, which is why there are opposing views and parties.  Sure the crazies are annoying but without them we wouldn't have that diversity that makes life interesting.

Variety is the spice of life!

Wait this is an unhappy thread:

WBC can suck my d**k.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 05, 2011, 01:04:03 AM
Frankly Athiuen, I wouldn't trust them with my thang in their mouth.

They got teeth remember.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 05, 2011, 01:08:23 AM
Reminds me of that scene from 'The shawshank redemption'.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 01:12:41 AM
I'm not arguing with you, but: Evolution is not directly observable. By definition. Because you aren't millions of years old and have not directly observed evolution.

Genetic ADAPTATION has been directly observed, but that is not proof of evolution (hence it's continued designation as "Theory") Even though it is largely the most accepted non-deistic theory of origins, it is not yet an observable process, just like the formation of solar systems is not yet an observable phenomenon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 05, 2011, 01:27:56 AM
Yeh, I obviously meant 'isn't' there because of the what you have posted.  No-one (except God perhaps), observed evolution.  I've changed it now, thanks. 


I gotta get into a habit of reading my posts after I post them.  LERN2SPEEL Ath...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on November 05, 2011, 02:06:12 AM
Well if God is included, then its been observed, in a manner of speaking. :icon_cool:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 02:50:15 AM
Well if God is included, then its been observed, in a manner of speaking. :icon_cool:

Human observation was implied.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 05, 2011, 03:15:15 AM
I'm not arguing with you, but: Evolution is not directly observable. By definition. Because you aren't millions of years old and have not directly observed evolution.

Genetic ADAPTATION has been directly observed, but that is not proof of evolution (hence it's continued designation as "Theory") Even though it is largely the most accepted non-deistic theory of origins, it is not yet an observable process, just like the formation of solar systems is not yet an observable phenomenon.

Well... If I'm going to get semantic (I am) you can never prove anything in science. Only disprove. In addition, technically everything we have ever observed is a "theory" because there is always the chance that we will disprove it. See Theory of Relativity, which, until a month ago or so, was considered essentially a law of physics. Finally, you don't have to directly obverse something in order to draw conclusions about it. Quantum physics, dark energy theory, so on and so forth. Heck, because we're involving faith, even the existence or lack thereof of a God is a conclusion we have all drawn through indirect observation.

Also, we have observed evolution, in a manner of speaking.

http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/darwin/textonly/bio_essay1.jsp
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 03:26:19 AM
I'm not arguing with you, but: Evolution is not directly observable. By definition. Because you aren't millions of years old and have not directly observed evolution.

Genetic ADAPTATION has been directly observed, but that is not proof of evolution (hence it's continued designation as "Theory") Even though it is largely the most accepted non-deistic theory of origins, it is not yet an observable process, just like the formation of solar systems is not yet an observable phenomenon.

Well... If I'm going to get semantic (I am) you can never prove anything in science. Only disprove. In addition, technically everything we have ever observed is a "theory" because there is always the chance that we will disprove it. See Theory of Relativity, which, until a month ago or so, was considered essentially a law of physics. Finally, you don't have to directly obverse something in order to draw conclusions about it. Quantum physics, dark energy theory, so on and so forth. Heck, because we're involving faith, even the existence or lack thereof of a God is a conclusion we have all drawn through indirect observation.

Also, we have observed evolution, in a manner of speaking.

http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/darwin/textonly/bio_essay1.jsp

Again, adaptation (as the writer himself labelled it) is not an observation of evolution. You are quite correct in all of your other points. I was never arguing for or against any of that, I was simply correcting semantics that were revealed to have been a typo. There's no debate right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 05, 2011, 03:32:24 AM
Going back, I'm guilty of not reading the article thoroughly. My apologies. :icon_redface:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 05, 2011, 03:39:32 AM
So the point stands: We all believe/have faith in something/someone.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on November 05, 2011, 04:09:56 AM
Quote
...but it's no less flawed than atheistic or theistic evolution.
Yes it is.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 05, 2011, 07:04:03 AM
Quote
...but it's no less flawed than atheistic or theistic evolution.
Yes it is.

In the sense that they all require a certain faith to believe.

Actually I agree with you.  Creationism is stupid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 05, 2011, 07:07:23 AM
So the point stands: We all believe/have faith in something/someone.

Nope Atheism is athe absence of faith.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 09:32:48 AM
So the point stands: We all believe/have faith in something/someone.

Nope Atheism is the absence of faith.
Well, not technically. See, the fact is that a deity or lack thereof cannot be proven or dis-proven because it is impossible to observe. Therefore atheism requires a faith in an absence of a deity, because you cannot prove that there isn't one, just like you cannot prove that there is one. Therefore, atheism cannot be called an absence of faith, it is more correctly defined as the belief that there is no supreme being. Atheism is, in one sense of the term, a religion itself.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 05, 2011, 09:39:44 AM
Disbelieving in something for which there is no proof is the default position. You only need faith to believe without proof.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 10:17:50 AM
Complaining about US religious connection while shutting the fuck up about more and more implemented Sharia retardness in their own countries is a healthy proof of blatant ignorance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 05, 2011, 10:22:38 AM
Disbelieving in something for which there is no proof is the default position. You only need faith to believe without proof.

Saying "I can't really say one way or the other until I see some evidence either way" would be the default position, wouldn't it?

Complaining about US religious connection while shutting the fuck up about more and more implemented Sharia retardness in their own countries is a healthy proof of blatant ignorance.

Yes Shadowlord, we were in danger of forgetting to make every discussion containing the word "religion" about parallel societies in the west. Thank god you fixed that!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 10:27:57 AM
Yes Shadowlord, we were in danger of forgetting to make every discussion containing the word "religion" about parallel societies in the west. Thank god you fixed that!

Lovely how you thank God for that.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 05, 2011, 10:29:00 AM
I knew you'd like it!
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 05, 2011, 10:29:30 AM
Lovely how you thank God for that.  :icon_lol:


I wasn't around.


He had to choose the next best thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 10:33:13 AM
He had to choose the next best thing.

That's why he failed!  :closed-eyes:

Never settle for second best...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 10:34:32 AM
Disbelieving in something for which there is no proof is the default position. You only need faith to believe without proof.

That's my point. The belief that there is not a deity is a tenet for which there is no proof. In order to believe there is no deity without proof that there is no deity you require faith that there is not one. Saying that there is no faith required to believe there is no god is like saying there is no faith required to believe there is no giant meteor careering towards the earth right this second. There's no proof there IS one, so therefore believing there isn't one does not require faith? I would say it is a great act of faith on all our parts to believe there is not an apocalyptic space rock on a direct intercept course with our planet, however small the chances that it exists. In the absense of proof, all opinions are based on faith.

Saying "I can't really say one way or the other until I see some evidence either way" would be the default position, wouldn't it?
You beat me to the punch!  :blush:
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Post by: Aldaris on November 05, 2011, 10:37:24 AM
That's why he failed!  :closed-eyes:

At, like, identifying the topic of the conversation?
 :wink:

"Why does NO ONE EVER CONSIDER THE CHILDREN?!"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 10:39:30 AM
At, like, identifying the topic of the conversation?
 :wink:

It really is my own fault for not telling you.

My GW Hate detector has a new update that includes the "Sharia Lover Show Down" app.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 05, 2011, 10:44:32 AM
My GW Hate detector has a new update that includes the "Sharia Lover Show Down" app.

Okay, let me get this straight: being offended that harassing gays based on religion is all right in a western society equals "Shariah Lover"?

I think your app needs some serious patching.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 05, 2011, 10:49:17 AM
The belief that there is not a deity is a tenet for which there is no proof. In order to believe there is no deity without proof that there is no deity you require faith that there is not one.

I meant that you can disbelieve in god without having to believe that there isn't a god. It's not quite the same thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 11:00:25 AM
Okay, let me get this straight: being offended that harassing gays based on religion is all right in a western society equals "Shariah Lover"?
I'm still confused by that statement. Nobody said it was alright. The Westboro people hide behind their freedom of speech, and use religion as their excuse. It's my right to say I hate welsh people because they're dirty, ugly, dimwitted, and I read in a book once that they used to fight with no clothes on. I can say that all I want. Hell, I can tattoo a swastika on my forehead and carry a sign around all day saying "God hates Jews".

The westboro idiots very carefully do not cross that super thin line between free speech, and threatening speech or harrassment. They always adhere to demonstation laws when they pickett funerals, however distasteful that is. When they are restricted from doing what they want, they do not cross barricades or assault policemen like those idiot greenpeace or code pink lunatics or the few "Occupy wherever" demonstrators who have gotten themselves arrested. That is why they continue to be allowed to do what they do. Because even though their speech is hateful, it is not directly threatening, and even though their demonstrations are despicable, they are lawful.

It is a thin line between suppressing hate speech, and suppressing all speech, and I would rather the Westboro people be allowed to say what they want, than to risk restrictions on other demonstrators.

I have never been on the Tea Party bandwagon, and I am not a supporter of the "Occupy" movement (or the "complain-cationers"). I support their right to peacably assemble, and I have been very glad to see that all of these groups have been allowed to legally assemble and air their grievances.

Of course, I couldn't participate in the Occupy rallies if I wanted to, because I have a job.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 11:02:50 AM
The belief that there is not a deity is a tenet for which there is no proof. In order to believe there is no deity without proof that there is no deity you require faith that there is not one.

I meant that you can disbelieve in god without having to believe that there isn't a god. It's not quite the same thing.

Could you expand your concept for me? Because I'm not sure I completely grasp what you are trying to say.  For serious. :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 11:05:03 AM
Okay, let me get this straight: being offended that harassing gays based on religion is all right in a western society equals "Shariah Lover"?

What?

Unless you actually wrote the US is all wrong/to blame/etc. and kept silent about all religions, then it is not the app that is flawed.

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Post by: Aldaris on November 05, 2011, 11:09:20 AM
@ Cannon: I hadn't commented on the thread so far, but this is what people in here were talking about and seemed to be offended by ("all right"=lawful in my post). I was just pointing out that Shadowlord barging in and completely apropos of nothing starting his Sharia thing again was ridiculous, that's all.

Unless you actually wrote the US is all wrong/to blame/etc. and kept silent about all religions, then it is not the app that is flawed.

It is possible to discuss one wrong without including ALL wrongs in the discussion. And it's completely legitimate too! If people want to talk about a certain brand of Christianity who are acting like a bunch of dicks they do not need to temper their opinions by also talking about Islam, as much as it may offend you that not everything is a discussion about Islam.
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Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 11:15:04 AM
It is possible to discuss one wrong without including ALL wrongs in the discussion. And it's completely legitimate too! If people want to talk about a certain brand of Christianity who are acting like a bunch of dicks they do not need to temper their opinions by also talking about Islam, as much as it may offend you that not everything is a discussion about Islam.

Or vice versa no?

I often find it hilarious that people rip their balls off to address the wrongs of the pedos in the church, the gay haters, the abortion clinic attackers, and when you mention this is not just in the Christian faith but also in most faiths, you get two big eyes and a finger on your lips. And no it is not about just about Islam but the tone is always the same. Had I started a thread how the ME is medieval because of the dominant religion or how Jews can be so prolific, your sirens would blow all over the internet in a storm of political correctness (you in this is not you as a person but as a folk feast).

And it is not just religion - it is also ideals in that banana.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 11:17:48 AM
@ Cannon: I hadn't commented on the thread so far, but this is what people in here were talking about and seemed to be offended by ("all right"=lawful in my post). I was just pointing out that Shadowlord barging in and completely apropos of nothing starting his Sharia thing again was ridiculous, that's all.

Ah. He has been super troll happy of late. I worry for him. Makes me want to just hug the anger out of him. I think the problem is that quite a few of us have gotten less trolly (I'm sorry, I know I'm letting everyone down, I just don't want to be as much of an @hole anymore). I understand what he's saying though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 05, 2011, 11:19:33 AM
I often find it hilarious that people rip their balls off to address the wrongs of the pedos in the church, the gay haters, the abortion clinic attackers, and when you mention this is not just in the Christian faith but also in most faiths, you get two big eyes and a finger on your lips.

Okay, shall we just say that you have a unique way of "mentioning" such things then?

Complaining about US religious connection while shutting the fuck up about more and more implemented Sharia retardness in their own countries is a healthy proof of blatant ignorance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 11:20:03 AM
Ah. He has been super troll happy of late.

If you refer to my EC posts, then yes but otherwise I call disagreeing, disagreeing, not trolling.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 11:20:44 AM
Ah. He has been super troll happy of late.

If you refer to my EC posts, then yes but otherwise I call disagreeing, disagreeing, not trolling.

 :::cheers:::  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 05, 2011, 11:20:59 AM
The belief that there is not a deity is a tenet for which there is no proof. In order to believe there is no deity without proof that there is no deity you require faith that there is not one.

I meant that you can disbelieve in god without having to believe that there isn't a god. It's not quite the same thing.

Could you expand your concept for me? Because I'm not sure I completely grasp what you are trying to say.  For serious. :mellow:

I meant that there is a difference between actively believing that something does or does not exist, and passively disbelieving in it.

Most people (I assume) don't believe in werewolves, but they don't find it necessary to actively believe they don't exist. They just aren't interested in the idea.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on November 05, 2011, 11:21:04 AM
Okay, shall we just say that you have a unique way of "mentioning" such things then?

I knew we would come to an understanding at last - the hateful capitalist and the PC communist.

 :icon_twisted:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 11:35:03 AM
The belief that there is not a deity is a tenet for which there is no proof. In order to believe there is no deity without proof that there is no deity you require faith that there is not one.

I meant that you can disbelieve in god without having to believe that there isn't a god. It's not quite the same thing.

Could you expand your concept for me? Because I'm not sure I completely grasp what you are trying to say.  For serious. :mellow:

I meant that there is a difference between actively believing that something does or does not exist, and passively disbelieving in it.

Most people (I assume) don't believe in werewolves, but they don't find it necessary to actively believe they don't exist. They just aren't interested in the idea.
All right, I understand what you are saying. If I ask you: "Do you believe that there is a god?" Would you have an answer? A yes or no answer to that question involves faith, irrespective of how often you think about it. An example in someone else's (paraphrased) example: Schroedinger's Cat. Put a cat in a box, pump the box full of gas that has a 50/50 chance of killing that cat. Until you open the box and observe whether or not the cat is dead or alive, then it is conceptually neither alive or dead, or both alive and dead. It exists in two states because neither state has been observed, and both states are 100% possible. Until you open the box and observe whether the cat is dead or alive, the opinion you have on whether or not the cat is dead is a faith based belief.  Whether you actively believe the cat to be dead, or passively disbelieve that the cat is dead makes no difference in whether or not that belief requires faith. That's all I was saying. The only state that requires no faith is a state of absolute non inquiry, which seems impossible for a living human.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 05, 2011, 11:57:09 AM
It is possible to discuss one wrong without including ALL wrongs in the discussion. And it's completely legitimate too! If people want to talk about a certain brand of Christianity who are acting like a bunch of dicks they do not need to temper their opinions by also talking about Islam, as much as it may offend you that not everything is a discussion about Islam.

Or vice versa no?

I often find it hilarious that people rip their balls off to address the wrongs of the pedos in the church, the gay haters, the abortion clinic attackers, and when you mention this is not just in the Christian faith but also in most faiths, you get two big eyes and a finger on your lips. And no it is not about just about Islam but the tone is always the same. Had I started a thread how the ME is medieval because of the dominant religion or how Jews can be so prolific, your sirens would blow all over the internet in a storm of political correctness (you in this is not you as a person but as a folk feast).

And it is not just religion - it is also ideals in that banana.

I think it is perhaps because Christianity is both closer to home and actively preaches against those things.  While the secular person generally agrees with the church's morals they haven't publicly denounced certain things and then gone and done them.

The stupid thing is that people get all up in arms when Christians sin.  Of course Christians are going to sin, they are all sinners!  As long as the church/state are addressing the moral and legal sides of the problem then that's good.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 05, 2011, 01:39:54 PM
Hmm following cannons line of thinking all monotheists have at least two believes....they belief in god and they disbelief in every single other god.

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Post by: MrDWhitey on November 05, 2011, 01:40:36 PM
Belief sluts!
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Post by: jlutin on November 05, 2011, 02:26:08 PM
I think it is perhaps because Christianity is both closer to home and actively preaches against those things.  While the secular person generally agrees with the church's morals they haven't publicly denounced certain things and then gone and done them.

The stupid thing is that people get all up in arms when Christians sin.  Of course Christians are going to sin, they are all sinners!  As long as the church/state are addressing the moral and legal sides of the problem then that's good.

Higher standards make hypocrisy more likely.  The answer is not to lower standards.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 07:22:46 PM
Hmm following cannons line of thinking all monotheists have at least two believes....they belief in god and they disbelief in every single other god.
Exactly. They have faith in only one deity, and have faith that no other deity exists.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 05, 2011, 07:25:28 PM
Most. Depressing. Game. Ever. I hate Iowa (rather those refs) so, so very much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 07:27:37 PM
Most. Depressing. Game. Ever. I hate Iowa (rather those refs) so, so very much.

Sorry buddy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 05, 2011, 07:30:16 PM
Did you watch it?

There was a clear touchdown then a clear pass interference in the last two plays. Both were called incorrectly.

Despite all that... We were playing so badly we kind of deserved to lose.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2011, 07:54:18 PM
Did you watch it?

There was a clear touchdown then a clear pass interference in the last two plays. Both were called incorrectly.
Bad refs happen. Good teams overcome them.
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Despite all that... We were playing so badly we kind of deserved to lose.
I cannot disagree with you. Still, I feel bad that you lost to Iowa, which hasn't looked at all promising this season. I think Michigan's program is on the rebound though. You should be able to cheer a winning team for years to come.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on November 06, 2011, 02:27:33 PM
Belief sluts!

(http://boners.com/content/794505.1.jpg)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 07, 2011, 12:34:40 AM
Midaski.....


That's much to funny to be in the random unhappy thoughts thread.

This makes me sad....and now back to depressing topics:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 07, 2011, 11:20:25 AM
12% is a massive proportion, and they are only the middleground of crazed religious republicans.
I bet less than 1% of Britain is BNP.

The religious attitude of America is a bit backwards.

Religious craziness is probably more prevalent in American than anywhere else in the world which isn’t Islamic. and it effects all of America.

creationism in school. say wut.



What's wrong with creationism in school
everything.

next: Biology lessons explaining how we re-produce using our own ribs!

creationism has no place in science classrooms. Teach it in RE, my all means.


Genetic ADAPTATION has been directly observed, but that is not proof of evolution (hence it's continued designation as "Theory")

what is the next designation after "theory", then?

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a coherent group of tested general propositions, commonly regarded as correct, that can be used as principles of explanation and prediction for a class of phenomena: Einstein's theory of relativity.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 07, 2011, 01:59:28 PM
There is nothing AFAIK.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 07, 2011, 03:23:15 PM

what is the next designation after "theory", then?

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a coherent group of tested general propositions, commonly regarded as correct, that can be used as principles of explanation and prediction for a class of phenomena: Einstein's theory of relativity.

Scientific law. Like gravity. And the law of motion.

Einstein's theory of special relativity, and one of the basic tenets (that nothing can travel faster than the speed of light) have been thought true for a long time, but researchers at CERN have recently recorded neutrinos traveling faster than light.

I'm not saying creationism should or should not be taught in school. I simply don't think you should present an unproven idea as absolute truth until it's been absolutely proven.  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 07, 2011, 03:28:27 PM
researchers at CERN have recently recorded neutrinos traveling faster than light.

Couldn't it be like Kevin Spacey says in K-Pax, nothing can accelerate to the speed of light, but that doesn't say anything about things already moving at c (although that could very well be wrong, he did also say there were ten planets in the Solar System).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 07, 2011, 03:48:49 PM

what is the next designation after "theory", then?

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a coherent group of tested general propositions, commonly regarded as correct, that can be used as principles of explanation and prediction for a class of phenomena: Einstein's theory of relativity.

Scientific law. Like gravity. And the law of motion.

Einstein's theory of special relativity, and one of the basic tenets (that nothing can travel faster than the speed of light) have been thought true for a long time, but researchers at CERN have recently recorded neutrinos traveling faster than light.

I'm not saying creationism should or should not be taught in school. I simply don't think you should present an unproven idea as absolute truth until it's been absolutely proven.  :biggriin:

Irony:

the fact that the faster than light travel of the neutrinos has not yet been proven.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 07, 2011, 04:14:10 PM
Scientific law. Like gravity. And the law of motion.

Einstein's theory of special relativity, and one of the basic tenets (that nothing can travel faster than the speed of light) have been thought true for a long time, but researchers at CERN have recently recorded neutrinos traveling faster than light.

I'm not saying creationism should or should not be taught in school. I simply don't think you should present an unproven idea as absolute truth until it's been absolutely proven.  :biggriin:
link?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 07, 2011, 04:15:03 PM

what is the next designation after "theory", then?

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a coherent group of tested general propositions, commonly regarded as correct, that can be used as principles of explanation and prediction for a class of phenomena: Einstein's theory of relativity.

Scientific law. Like gravity. And the law of motion.

Einstein's theory of special relativity, and one of the basic tenets (that nothing can travel faster than the speed of light) have been thought true for a long time, but researchers at CERN have recently recorded neutrinos traveling faster than light.

I'm not saying creationism should or should not be taught in school. I simply don't think you should present an unproven idea as absolute truth until it's been absolutely proven.  :biggriin:

mate, you're talking out your arse.

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Law differs from a scientific theory in that it does not posit a mechanism or explanation of phenomena: it is merely a distillation of the results of repeated observation. As such, a law is limited in applicability to circumstances resembling those already observed, and is often found to be false when extrapolated

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Laws can become obsolete if they are found in contradiction with new data, as with Bode's law or the biogenetic law.




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A scientific theory summarizes a hypothesis or group of hypotheses that have been supported with repeated testing.
The theory of evolution isn’t a hypothesis.

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I simply don't think you should present an unproven idea as absolute truth until it's been absolutely proven. 
Nothing in science can be absolutely proven though, so a pretty weak argument for not teaching evolution: we may as well not teach any science seeing as none of it is proven absolutely?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 07, 2011, 04:16:17 PM
Scientific law. Like gravity. And the law of motion.

Einstein's theory of special relativity, and one of the basic tenets (that nothing can travel faster than the speed of light) have been thought true for a long time, but researchers at CERN have recently recorded neutrinos traveling faster than light.

I'm not saying creationism should or should not be taught in school. I simply don't think you should present an unproven idea as absolute truth until it's been absolutely proven.  :biggriin:
link?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-15017484
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Post by: t12161991 on November 07, 2011, 04:43:58 PM
Also, I repeat: You cannot prove anything in science, only disprove.

The Theory of Evolution is the current gold standard not because it has been proven entirely, but because we have not managed to disprove it (though it has been revised from Darwin's original thesis several times to account for errors).
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Post by: MrDWhitey on November 07, 2011, 04:46:33 PM
I knew Darwin personally, absolute slag.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on November 08, 2011, 02:20:17 AM
All this negativity, don't know if I can handle it.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 08, 2011, 03:36:33 AM
Creationism yesterday, Evolution today, what will they teach tomorrow?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 08, 2011, 05:20:41 AM

what is the next designation after "theory", then?

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a coherent group of tested general propositions, commonly regarded as correct, that can be used as principles of explanation and prediction for a class of phenomena: Einstein's theory of relativity.

Scientific law. Like gravity. And the law of motion.

Einstein's theory of special relativity, and one of the basic tenets (that nothing can travel faster than the speed of light) have been thought true for a long time, but researchers at CERN have recently recorded neutrinos traveling faster than light.

I'm not saying creationism should or should not be taught in school. I simply don't think you should present an unproven idea as absolute truth until it's been absolutely proven.  :biggriin:

Irony:

the fact that the faster than light travel of the neutrinos has not yet been proven.

You missed what I was saying.  :dry:

And again, I'm not saying evolution is right or wrong. And you're correct to say that nothing in science can be absolutely proven, because science is always about questioning everything all of the time. My problem is when you begin teaching anything as an absolute truth when there are very few things that are indisputable. I'm not trying to argue for or against evolution or creationism. I'm arguing that you have to teach science, which should include teaching children to constantly question and examine their beliefs in how the universe works, but all too often, whether taught by fundamentalist religious groups, or by know it all science professors, they are instead taught that everyone else is wrong, and only the single point of view could possibly be correct. That's not mind opening, that's mind closing. I don't care if you are doing it in the name of your God, or doing it in the name of science, it's still wrong.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 08, 2011, 07:40:18 AM
Cannon has a point and it is about the only thing that really bugs me in religion. If people live their religion in a personal way just saying, THIS is how I think it is and want to live it, there is nothing wrong about it.

Only if you go on to say THIS is the one and only truth and everyone who disagrees has to be killed is the bad stuff.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 08, 2011, 02:03:50 PM
+1  I agree completely.  I beleive what I want, and am not one to judge others for their beliefs, if someone asks, I will talk to them about it, but I will not go out of my way to hammer it over someone's head.  Life is too short as it is to argue about religion or science, or anything else for that matter.  I argue enough with my wife as it is, and am too tired to argue with anyone else about anything.  I'll save my disputes for the Warhammer field!

Sad news, we have a dog who is constantly having seizures, and she is on medicine.  Her brain isn't quite right, and she won't listen to commands anymore. (Like coming when she is called) We have talked about getting rid of her, since we have to keep her in a pen outside, or a cage inside, and such.  But, the problem is our 5 year old son would be devastated.  We have been trying to build him up for the eventuality that she won't be with us, but it is going to break his little heart.  He already says, "I miss Bala" and she is still with us.  I know we can't protect him from heartbreak forever, but how should we get rid of the dog?  Do it while he is at school, and say she ran away?  Or be honest like we have been, and say she is sick and she needs to go "play with other doggies"?  I fear the day that talk is coming, and my wife and I are trying to put it off.  The dog is only 3 years old by the way.

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Post by: Finlay on November 08, 2011, 02:31:54 PM
Cannon, I agree with you in principle, but there is no way that creationsim should make its way into the science classroom.

If you want to teach kids about other scientific theories concerning life, than by all means go ahead.
And by all means do creationism in an RE class.


But teaching creationism in a science class is a ridiculous epic fail, and makes America look pretty stupid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on November 08, 2011, 02:43:18 PM
Is Creationism taught in science class rooms?  Barring a few exceptions I'm not aware of it being common place.  If it is taught it's probably at a Christian school. 
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Post by: t12161991 on November 08, 2011, 03:08:50 PM
It is. Various places throughout the deep south do it almost as a matter of course.

http://www.popsci.com/future-human/article/2008-05/one-eight-us-biology-teachers-teaches-creationism
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Post by: wissenlander on November 08, 2011, 03:29:37 PM
I see.  I've not experienced that at all so this is actually news to me that it's that common. 

Edit:  Though the sample size and ramdomness factors always make me wonder if that's an actual true representation of what's going on.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on November 08, 2011, 03:36:11 PM
Personally I think every single Physics class ever should be taught by Brian Cox.
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Post by: t12161991 on November 08, 2011, 03:36:59 PM
That's actually a fairly standard method of sampling and analysis for a political science survey. Still, as you say, small sample size and all. I'll poke around some more later and see if I can't find something bigger and more recent.
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Post by: wissenlander on November 08, 2011, 03:41:30 PM
Yeah, I know it's a standard method, but I'm always wary of them when I see the small sample size.
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Post by: Finlay on November 08, 2011, 03:41:44 PM
Personally I think every single Physics class ever should be taught by Brian Cox.
and they start the class with a renditon of "things can only get better"

Brian cox is my hero #2.

Wiss: if it isn't taught in schools that is good. That's all I've been talking about all along.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on November 08, 2011, 03:43:53 PM
Right. I can understand that, actually.  I don't think it should be taught in that setting either and I'm one of them dreaded Christians.  ;) There's a time and a place and a setting. 
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Post by: Auberoun on November 08, 2011, 04:21:38 PM
Right. I can understand that, actually.  I don't think it should be taught in that setting either and I'm one of them dreaded Christians.  ;) There's a time and a place and a setting.

+1 I am a Christian as well, and I completely agree, there is a time and a place, and science class is not necessarily one of them.  I feel that the begining of the universe is something that should not even be discussed in science class (or history) since either way it happened before accurately written records.  SO therefore no definitive proof exsists supporting either Creationisim or Evolution.  There are some occurences of evidence for both sides, however when it comes down to it, nobody knows for sure, since nobody today was there then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 08, 2011, 04:45:18 PM
The occurences of evidence for Creationism being? Just curious.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 08, 2011, 05:03:42 PM
The only one I can think of off the top of my head, is if the moon was as old as the theory of evolution maintains, given the rate that dust gathers, and factoring it out, the layer of dust on the surface of the moon would be significantly deeper than just a few inches...

But that is neither here nor there, as I said, nobody was around then who can collaborate either case. 

Personally I beleive (watch out - Falling opinion ahead) that since the Bible tells us that a day is like a thousand years to God (in other words, time is nothing to God), then God created the universe using evolution.  In 7 days or 7,000,000 years...either way, God is cool with it, since "it was good". 

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 08, 2011, 06:14:22 PM
But that is neither here nor there, as I said, nobody was around then who can collaborate either case. 

That's not how science works however.

Personally I beleive (watch out - Falling opinion ahead) that since the Bible tells us that a day is like a thousand years to God (in other words, time is nothing to God), then God created the universe using evolution.  In 7 days or 7,000,000 years...either way, God is cool with it, since "it was good".

That I can live with. I just don't hold much with people who ignore all scientific evidence concerning the age of the world and evolution, state that the earth is 6000 years old, wave the Bible as their proof, and then demand their opinion be taught on equal terms in a science class.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 08, 2011, 06:28:03 PM
But it says so in the Holy Scripture.


What are you, a heretic ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 08, 2011, 06:29:29 PM
Cannon, I agree with you in principle, but there is no way that creationsim should make its way into the science classroom.

If you want to teach kids about other scientific theories concerning life, than by all means go ahead.
And by all means do creationism in an RE class.
I never said it should be taught in class! Are you even reading my posts?  :happy:
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But teaching creationism in a science class is a ridiculous epic fail, and makes America look pretty stupid.
So in your opinion, creationism is like oral hygiene, and has no place in British Society?  :engel:

 
But it says so in the Holy Scripture.


What are you, a heretic ?

I looked, but I couldn't find this info anywhere in the BRB.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 08, 2011, 06:37:07 PM
So in your opinion, creationism is like oral hygiene, and has no place in British Society?  :engel:

This says they got you beat in oral hygiene too:

http://www.economist.com/node/15060097?subjectid=7933596&story_id=15060097 (http://www.economist.com/node/15060097?subjectid=7933596&story_id=15060097)

Suck it, rot tooth.
 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 08, 2011, 06:50:35 PM
So in your opinion, creationism is like oral hygiene, and has no place in British Society?  :engel:

This says they got you beat in oral hygiene too:

http://www.economist.com/node/15060097?subjectid=7933596&story_id=15060097 (http://www.economist.com/node/15060097?subjectid=7933596&story_id=15060097)

Suck it, rot tooth.
 :engel:
Just because we love our children more, and allow them to have more candy, doesn't mean we don't also provide them with dental care. How can you base your argument on a statistic that required children to actually be AT the dentist?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 08, 2011, 10:36:24 PM
You mean you spoil 'em, on top of misinforming them and letting their teeth rot?


Tough love I guess!
 :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 08, 2011, 10:44:31 PM
You mean you spoil 'em, on top of misinforming them and letting their teeth rot?


Tough love I guess!
 :wink:

Exactly.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 08, 2011, 11:43:23 PM
Someone else has my social security number.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 08, 2011, 11:44:12 PM
What does this mean then? How do they abuse/exploit it etc?

I have found out, and oh well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 08, 2011, 11:46:56 PM
Well, as far as we can tell, it's not a case of identity theft. The gov't assigned the same number twice (unless he's the sneakiest 14 year old identity thief ever).

SSN's are needed for pretty much everything. Credit card applications, bank accounts (this is how we found out someone else has mine), driver's licenses, ... list goes on. Also for the draft, medicare/medicaid... pretty much everything. You can do some nasty, nasty stuff with someone's SSN.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 08, 2011, 11:48:14 PM
So now you're a 14 year old?

It explains everything!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 08, 2011, 11:49:40 PM
Well, he may not be 14. But the number was assigned in 1996, so unless he's an immigrant...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 08, 2011, 11:52:25 PM
so unless he's an immigrant...

...uh-oh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 08, 2011, 11:55:41 PM
But if he's an immigrant, then why the hell would he immigrate to Michigan, of all places. Seriously.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 08, 2011, 11:57:43 PM
RIP Joe Frazier
RIP Heavy D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 08, 2011, 11:58:06 PM
Maybe he's finnish?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 09, 2011, 12:00:38 AM
RIP Joe Frazier
RIP Heavy D

 :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 09, 2011, 02:55:22 AM
But it says so in the Holy Scripture.


What are you, a heretic ?

Rofl troll!

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth - Gen 1:1

Why does that mean the earth is only 6000 years old?

The problem with creationism is that it turns the Bible, a theological document, into a scientific one.
So basically the problem is that a faith statement, ie. I believe God created the world, becomes a scientific statement and we all know that faith and science are separate studies for a reason.
The people who wrote and edited the bible were not scientists.  They did not understand the universe as we do.

However, just because I think creationism is stupid it doesn't mean that I think creation itself is stupid.
The difference here is that it is entirely possible the world was created 3 seconds or 6000 years ago and simply seems older.

The same problem applies for evolutionism/social darwinianism over evolution.
Making evolution more than a theory, think dawkins/harris, and using it to 'prove' the non-existance of a metaphysical being is again mixing faith and science.  Science can't measure what is not of the world and therefore cannot measure God.
Evolution, as a purely scientific theory is, however, fine.


I'm sorry to revisit this again but it just seems people don't understand the difference between these things.

Generally 'isms' are bad.
(now people will post good 'isms' to troll me, GO!)
Here's a good one to start you off: democratic socialism
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 09, 2011, 07:01:57 AM
Heretics all over the place I should enlist the Hitmen.

The giant Rainbow snake created earth, it is known.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on November 09, 2011, 07:25:52 AM
It is known.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on November 09, 2011, 08:14:54 AM
It is known.

(Am I Irri or Jiqui?)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 09, 2011, 08:19:14 AM
So say we all!

(http://flowtv.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/sello.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 09, 2011, 08:41:59 AM
Battlestar Galactica...?

Damn you all! Damn you all to hell!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 09, 2011, 09:21:26 AM
But if he's an immigrant, then why the hell would he immigrate to Michigan, of all places. Seriously.
Shoot him. Problem solved.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on November 09, 2011, 02:34:28 PM
But teaching creationism in a science class is a ridiculous epic fail, and makes America look pretty stupid.
This is not what's going on with any sense of regularity, so now we must look smart. :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on November 09, 2011, 02:40:02 PM
Someone else has my social security number.
Lovely, so what happens when its time for social security payments, coming and going?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 09, 2011, 02:43:21 PM
No idea. It may also just be a bank records error. Hopefully. This is all taking place at home, so I only know what my mom has told me so far.

In other news, my hard drive died. Again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on November 09, 2011, 02:59:47 PM
No idea. It may also just be a bank records error. Hopefully. This is all taking place at home, so I only know what my mom has told me so far.
Hope it can be resolved soon.

Quote
In other news, my hard drive died. Again.
Remember to change the oil regularly, and use safe driving practices.  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 09, 2011, 04:01:54 PM
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In other news, my hard drive died. Again.
Remember to change the oil regularly, and use safe driving practices.  :icon_wink:

And to tell it how much you love it once in a while.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 09, 2011, 04:36:25 PM
In other news, my hard drive died. Again.

They have a pill for that... :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 17, 2011, 12:33:51 PM
I'm sick.  :icon_frown:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 17, 2011, 01:06:49 PM
I'm sick.  :icon_frown:


They have a pill for that... :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 17, 2011, 01:22:37 PM
 :::cheers:::  Nice one Soth! 

Bummer being sick CoD.  Cold?  Flu?  My wife has pneumonia right now.

In other news, I didn't get a part in "Much Ado about Nothing" when I auditioned Sunday. 

Oh well, more time to hobby/game.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 17, 2011, 01:25:52 PM
I am sick AND my graphic card died so I must win the mr unhappy award.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 17, 2011, 01:28:10 PM
(http://compassiondave.files.wordpress.com/2010/10/pewter_trophy_lrg.jpg)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 17, 2011, 02:07:43 PM
Some kind of virus. Puke puke puke.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on November 17, 2011, 02:11:27 PM
Maybe you're just "Firing your Lazor!!!"?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 17, 2011, 02:31:41 PM
My happy drugs are taking to long!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 17, 2011, 04:29:41 PM
Some kind of virus. Puke puke puke.

Offering up sacrafices to "Father Nurgle" again are we? (http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee232/foghorn_leghorn_photos/emoticons/puke.gif) 
Quick someone call the apothecary, or priest of Sigmar...better yet, just call the Inquisition to cleanse him of his heresy.   ::heretic::

My happy drugs are taking to long!

That sucks, my "Stay Focused" drugs aren't working either.  Too much cool stuff on W-E, and there is nothing going on at work today anyways.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on November 17, 2011, 05:34:40 PM
My happy drugs are taking to long!

Are there possibly enough drugs in Wales to make you happy - no wonder the NHS is nearly bankrupt ...............  :engel:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 17, 2011, 06:32:57 PM
My happy drugs are taking to long!

Are there possibly enough drugs in Wales to make you happy - no wonder the NHS is nearly bankrupt ...............  :engel:

Are there enough in the world is a question I sometimes ask.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Darknight on November 18, 2011, 01:15:42 AM
I ran out of black spray.

(http://troll.me/images/first-world-problems/first-world-problems.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on November 18, 2011, 01:38:42 PM
Some kind of virus. Puke puke puke.
Sounds more like a bacteria then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 18, 2011, 01:45:52 PM
Some kind of virus. Puke puke puke.
Sounds more like a bacteria then.

I'm no doctor.  :engel:

I feel better now.  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on November 18, 2011, 02:33:46 PM
AND most likely you lost weight....this should go to the happy thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 18, 2011, 05:38:14 PM
I banished my burgeoning beard today.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 18, 2011, 05:53:18 PM
I'm confused. Doesn't that word imply that something was actually happening in your face?
 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 18, 2011, 06:49:02 PM
I banished my burgeoning beard today.

You can not appear in Moot Court with facial hair...since those halflings can't grow it themselves, they feel slighted when confronted by those who can.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 19, 2011, 12:12:15 AM
My computer definitely has some sort of personal vendetta on me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on November 19, 2011, 01:57:47 AM
Ok, it was visible for a good week or so there. Like people commented on it and everything.

Of course it doesn't compare to Philly's, but what beard could?  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on November 19, 2011, 02:17:42 AM
My computer definitely has some sort of personal vendetta on me.
Computers are like dogs, treat them right and they'll be loyal til the end.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on November 20, 2011, 05:29:49 PM
My computer definitely has some sort of personal vendetta on me.
Computers are like dogs, treat them right and they'll be loyal til the end.

I've never treated it with anything but love and respect and still goes frakking apeshit on me. It's beyond me how schools are even allowed to give out such crap. A slab of concrete would have been more effective than what aforementioned piece of crap ever could be. And it makes me so mmmmad...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on November 23, 2011, 09:30:53 PM
Just found out today that a former coworker committed suicide 5 months ago.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on November 23, 2011, 09:35:42 PM
That is always sad for everyone.  It's the most selfish act any person can perform.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 23, 2011, 09:44:29 PM
That is always sad for everyone.  It's the most selfish act any person can perform.
that and eating the skin off of KFC and putting the rest of the chicken back in the bucket.

sorry to hear that wiss.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 23, 2011, 09:45:30 PM
My computer definitely has some sort of personal vendetta on me.
Computers are like dogs, treat them right and they'll be loyal til the end.

and yet most gamers have cats. go figure
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on November 23, 2011, 09:47:54 PM
Yeah, he had a lot of demons.  I guess they got the better of him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on November 23, 2011, 10:07:45 PM
The fish I bought for dinner is still wriggling in the bag occasionally. The problem is I saw it get killed and gutted 15 minutes ago :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 23, 2011, 10:36:41 PM
Perfectly normal. It can even start wriggling around in the pan if it's fresh enough!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on November 23, 2011, 10:45:42 PM
Guess I've just never seen it. I use a bamboo steamer for whole fish, it'd topple off the pan if the fish had a zombie moment.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 24, 2011, 06:01:33 AM
Anne McCaffrey died.  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 28, 2011, 02:12:21 PM
£29 a month pay rise
go over student loan repayment threshhold, £20 a month.
 earnings taxed at 30%.
£6 pay rise.

(http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lup8xk5lUf1ql1ubc.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on November 28, 2011, 02:37:20 PM
£29 a month pay rise
go over student loan repayment threshhold, £20 a month.
 earnings taxed at 30%.
£6 pay rise.

(http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lup8xk5lUf1ql1ubc.jpg)

How long before those student debts are gone now?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 28, 2011, 02:53:17 PM
exactly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 29, 2011, 06:40:07 AM
the past 2nights I cant sleep! :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on November 29, 2011, 01:08:57 PM
the past 2nights I cant sleep! :ph34r:

I hear ya, my son has been sick, so every few hours he was puking or calling for me or my wife last night.  Since she doesn't have to get up early and go to work like I do, so she got up with him more, but still, as a parent, I can't sleep as well worrying or feeling bad for him.  (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f399/DLShadowwolf/Smileys/altunsure.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 02, 2011, 10:35:40 PM
I have an 11 page essay and an exam due monday. I haven't started the essay yet. I won't be sleeping this weekend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 03, 2011, 08:40:33 AM
I have an 11 page essay and an exam due monday. I haven't started the essay yet. I won't be sleeping this weekend.

They told you yesterday you would have to deliver the essay on Monday?*  :engel:




*No? Your fault, no sympathy!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 05, 2011, 05:35:47 AM
blah, have to get up to go to work in 4 hours but can't sleep. Ive been sick this weekend and slept too much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 05, 2011, 10:30:56 AM
I have an 11 page essay and an exam due monday. I haven't started the essay yet. I won't be sleeping this weekend.

They told you yesterday you would have to deliver the essay on Monday?*  :engel:




*No? Your fault, no sympathy!
You're always so ....... sensible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 05, 2011, 01:36:05 PM
I knew about the essay, but my professor moved the exam from Wednesday to Monday with logic that no one in the class understood (she said it was to give us more time to study for the final...).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 05, 2011, 01:59:03 PM
I don't care how bad your day is... it's looking good compared to this...

Quote
TOKYO (AP) — An outing of luxury sportscar enthusiasts in Japan ended in an expensive freeway pileup — smashing a stunning eight Ferraris, a Lamborghini and two Mercedes likely worth more than $1 million together.

Police say they believe the accident Sunday was touched off when the driver of one of the Ferraris tried to change lanes and hit the median barrier. He spun across the freeway, and the other cars collided while trying to avoid hitting his car.

http://news.yahoo.com/fleet-ferraris-ruined-japan-sportscar-pileup-064013838.html
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 05, 2011, 06:41:42 PM
Jose Reyes a Marlin...............bleh I should  have bought more booze........
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 06, 2011, 10:25:46 AM
You're always so ....... sensible.

 :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on December 06, 2011, 02:03:27 PM
Jose Reyes a Marlin...............bleh I should  have bought more booze........
Are you a Met?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 06, 2011, 05:38:12 PM
Are you a Met?

A Met fan yes....been a rough few years...sadly looks to be a few rough more what with idiot impoverished owners
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 08, 2011, 10:34:02 AM
I painted a good minitures ...this robs me of a good excuse not to paint my army till the bash.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on December 08, 2011, 11:08:44 AM
I painted a good minitures ...this robs me of a good excuse not to paint my army till the bash.
Seeing as I will have painted 2 40k armies between bashes, and did an OnG army in a few months before the last bash… no excuses!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 08, 2011, 11:09:36 AM
 :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 11, 2011, 02:11:39 AM
Yep it's official now....worst fucking Baseball offseason for me ever (http://espn.go.com/espn/otl/story/_/id/7338271/ryan-braun-milwaukee-brewers-tests-positive-performance-enhancing-drug)........
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 12, 2011, 01:34:04 AM
Heat is out at my house. 30 degrees tonight. Brrr.  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on December 12, 2011, 09:47:43 AM
You should pay your bills :P

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on December 12, 2011, 09:48:47 AM
And 30° C is not cold.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on December 12, 2011, 09:59:40 AM
I think I have a mould infection somewhere in my room, but I can't see it, only smell it. To keep the smell from building up too much I have to keep the window open, but I suspect the rather wet weather isn't helping too much. And if it was 30 degrees I wouldn't have to sleep with two covers and a blanket.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 12, 2011, 10:08:08 AM
30 °F = -1.1 °C

Also Kenny mold is serious business ...people die from it see if you can find it and regularly open your window to get fresh air in...warm and humid is great for fungus and bad for you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on December 12, 2011, 10:32:29 AM
Shit, so worse than I thought.

Also, I kinda guessed you meant Fahrenheit, but I guess you guessed that too and we're both just shitting each other. Or you were sincere, it's hard to tell over the Internet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 12, 2011, 10:34:37 AM
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3d/The_Internet_is_Serious_Business.jpg (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3d/The_Internet_is_Serious_Business.jpg)

Say what please?

I guess different cultures also add to the confusion.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on December 12, 2011, 10:40:40 AM
Flight Directing, even more serious business.

And I mean I guessed that Cannon meant Fahrenheit, not you, Fandir. Sorry about the confusion. It just bugs me when some countries can't keep up with the times and use sensible measuring systems like celsius or the metric system.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on December 12, 2011, 10:50:02 AM
It just bugs me when some countries can't keep up with the times and use sensible measuring systems like celsius or the metric system.


 :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol: :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on December 12, 2011, 10:55:21 AM
That's funny... how?

Fahrenheit remains the official measuring system of the United States, Cayman Islands and Belize. Everyone else is using Celsius.

The issue with the metric system is not much different.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 12, 2011, 10:57:54 AM
From a scientists perspective Fahrenheit is not a bad system but Celsius is much easier to handle also nice to understand as 0 ° Fahrenheit is something that usually doesn´t happen in reality.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on December 12, 2011, 01:18:39 PM
Had a day off work Friday, and ended up getting sick all weekend...still not up to 100%, and I have no sick time left...just vacation time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 12, 2011, 03:01:37 PM
From a scientists perspective Fahrenheit is not a bad system but Celsius is much easier to handle also nice to understand as 0 ° Fahrenheit is something that usually doesn´t happen in reality.

Yes, yes it does? We hit 0 F all the time... I think you're thinking of Kelvin.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 12, 2011, 03:02:24 PM
Ahhh yes.....ok in that case it makes no sense at all to use Fahrenheit....strange Americans. tss.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 12, 2011, 03:11:22 PM
I remain in favor of Fahrenheit and the imperial system because I'll be damned if I have to learn a new system, but they do make a lot less sense than metric and Celsius.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: commandant on December 12, 2011, 03:13:38 PM
I remain in favor of Fahrenheit and the imperial system because I'll be damned if I have to learn a new system, but they do make a lot less sense than metric and Celsius.

Now that is just wrong.   They make the same amount of sense as metric and Celsius.   One way of counting can't make less sense than another.

I think the Imperial is base 12 though where as the metric is base 10.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on December 12, 2011, 03:14:09 PM
I remain in favor of Fahrenheit and the imperial system because I'll be damned if I have to learn a new system, but they do make a lot less sense than metric and Celsius.


*sigh*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 12, 2011, 03:32:15 PM
Now that is just wrong.   They make the same amount of sense as metric and Celsius.   One way of counting can't make less sense than another.

I think the Imperial is base 12 though where as the metric is base 10.

Imperial is base nothing. 12 inches to a foot, 3 feet to a yard, 5280 feet or 1760 yards to a mile.

Celsius has 0 at water's freezing point and 100 at it's boiling point. Fahrenheit has those at two arbitrarily determined values. 32 is freezing point, 212 is boiling point. I'm sure there's a method to the madness of how it's organized, but Wikipedia is down for me so I don't know what it is, and I'm pretty sure it makes less sense than Celsius anyway.

By less sense I mean it's harder to learn and to use.

Yes soth  :biggriin:?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 12, 2011, 04:38:34 PM
Celsius has 0 at water's freezing point and 100 at it's boiling point. Fahrenheit has those at two arbitrarily determined values. 32 is freezing point, 212 is boiling point. I'm sure there's a method to the madness of how it's organized, but Wikipedia is down for me so I don't know what it is, and I'm pretty sure it makes less sense than Celsius anyway.

By less sense I mean it's harder to learn and to use.

Fahrenheit was designed that the average temperature of a human came out to 100 degrees but on the equipment available at the time there was a some error so it is off by 1.4 degrees.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 12, 2011, 05:40:15 PM
When you can no longer tell me how many STONE (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_%28imperial_mass%29) you weigh, and start driving on the same side of the road as everyone else, then you can tell me how silly Fahrenheit is.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 12, 2011, 06:00:46 PM
When you can no longer tell me how many STONE (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_%28imperial_mass%29) you weigh, and start driving on the same side of the road as everyone else, then you can tell me how silly Fahrenheit is.
Done, done and Fahrenheit is ridiculous, unpractical and for third world countries.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 12, 2011, 06:02:01 PM
There's a store in my local town named after you Obi.

It is called Obi's and sells camping gear.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 12, 2011, 07:16:04 PM
I also think the bottom was supposed to be the coldest temp that could be reliably repeated, super cold salted ice water.  That was set to zero.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 13, 2011, 01:23:12 AM
There's a store in my local town named after you Obi.

It is called Obi's and sells camping gear.
Better than selling warhammer I suppose.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 13, 2011, 02:18:50 AM
been waiting almost 2 hours for chinese that should have taken 45minutes.  I want my steak and cheese sub!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 13, 2011, 02:42:26 AM
How in the hell is that Chinese food? Not that American Chinese is anything close to actual Chinese, but that's beside the point!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 13, 2011, 03:14:21 AM
How in the hell is that Chinese food? Not that American Chinese is anything close to actual Chinese, but that's beside the point!

Hey it could happen....... (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinatown,_Philadelphia)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 13, 2011, 04:18:42 AM
General's chicken, Philly Cheesesteak, Brats and kraut... It's all fixed by Mexicans.   :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 13, 2011, 05:36:00 AM
I dunno about the Chinese places around you, but in Michigan and Ohio they are most definitely run by Chinese people.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 13, 2011, 05:53:01 AM
It's all fixed by Mexicans.   :eusa_clap:

That's not entirely true a fair number of drunks and stoners also work in middle grade food cooking as well......
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Grutch on December 13, 2011, 06:58:19 AM
It's all fixed by Mexicans.   :eusa_clap:

That's not entirely true a fair number of drunks and stoners also work in middle grade food cooking as well......


I love to cook, but if I had to do it all day and night,  I'd be a drunk stoner too!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 13, 2011, 07:34:28 AM
I love to cook, but if I had to do it all day and night,  I'd be a drunk stoner too!

I tell you though I think all people should have at least some experience working in a restaurant, you learn all sorts of stuff about the food your served when you eat out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 13, 2011, 07:43:12 AM
I would even phrase it broader everyone should have worked in a service job. You learn to appreciate it when somebody is nice and well mannered instead of venting off his steam on someone working for him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 13, 2011, 08:22:55 AM
I would even phrase it broader everyone should have worked in a service job. You learn to appreciate it when somebody is nice and well mannered instead of venting off his steam on someone working for him.

Yes and no. People that handle your food is an even better look.

Oh and also out of experience 90% of folks that add 'shrimp' to their pizza are low brows...trust me it is oddly true...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 13, 2011, 08:32:25 AM
What about the people who want squid?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 13, 2011, 08:38:05 AM
What about the people who want squid?

Even when deep fried it is less low brow.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 13, 2011, 11:51:09 AM
How in the hell is that Chinese food? Not that American Chinese is anything close to actual Chinese, but that's beside the point!
subs from chinese places are the best! they stuff the meat in there and theres a ton of it! more meat than there is bread, vegies, sauces combined.  you will make a mess trying to eat it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 13, 2011, 12:33:02 PM
If you normally get your subs from Subway maybe. We have a local place that's fantastic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 13, 2011, 01:59:35 PM
Wow, not much more to say but Wow...

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/ThatHorrifyingMoment.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 13, 2011, 03:25:16 PM
I've seen that before: still amazing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on December 13, 2011, 08:26:35 PM
I had to look really hard to figure out what belonged to whom.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 13, 2011, 10:12:50 PM
It's a double dose of yuck.  You see it and the pic and  :icon_confused:

Then you read and  :icon_redface:

Then you think about it and  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 13, 2011, 10:48:23 PM
grrr bought a game, inputted the activation code with my game account, it took it, but it doesnt show up in my game codes, and when I try to add it again it says already in use.  i have a ticket with the game's customer support but they have not gotten back to me in 2 days and if I call them it says they are too busy and to call back later.

(http://www.webtricksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/frustrated.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 14, 2011, 07:26:57 AM
Fandir destroyed our brandnew Kinect Adventures DVD.  :icon_twisted:

I hope we'll get a new one before Christmas. The Xbox will be Francesca's Christmas present.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 14, 2011, 07:35:36 AM
Salvatore is going to leave for Italy on Friday. As he got swamped with work by his boss, we won't be able to have another painting lesson till mid-January.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on December 15, 2011, 03:38:40 AM
I've had to two work two 14 hour days this week, 8.30am-10.30pm (usually it's 8.30-6.30) with no overtime pay, not happy and feeling ridiculously tired
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on December 15, 2011, 01:33:55 PM
I've had to two work two 14 hour days this week, 8.30am-10.30pm (usually it's 8.30-6.30) with no overtime pay, not happy and feeling ridiculously tired

That sucks. 

I have worked the last 2 days with Pneumonia, and passing gall stones.  I feel like crap, but there is too much in my department to be done at year end to let it just be put on the back burner...besides I had no sick time left.

Feel your pain on the no OT.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on December 16, 2011, 12:56:00 AM
OUCH sounds far worse for you then me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mechanical Monkey on December 16, 2011, 12:58:00 PM
While looing for the tracking number for my pleasant surprise, I've found I have to hand in a piece of coursework in 1 hour. I only have notes as I thought it had to handed in on the 16th of Jan but I've just found out that the first 5 questions which are worth 60% of the coursework have to be handed in today. I can possibly get 35/40 % for the rest of the coursework and can take the hit regarding my overall progress but if I'd known last night I would've been able to sort it out and hand it in. It would also take me 45 minutes to get to the place where I have to hand it in so there is no way I could possibly hand it in.

Really want to build a time machine and kick myself repeatedly in the face arrrrggggggggghhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 21, 2011, 02:08:11 PM
I never get overtime pay....

Or extra for holidays or weekends for that matter.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on December 21, 2011, 03:18:24 PM
I never get overtime pay....

Or extra for holidays or weekends for that matter.

Salary or Retail?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 22, 2011, 05:25:21 AM
'Horeca', a Dutch expressions for anything in the drinks industry- HOtels, REstaurants and CAfés.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on December 22, 2011, 06:52:57 AM
'Horeca', a Dutch expressions for anything in the drinks industry- HOtels, REstaurants and CAfés.


Not to be confused with "Eureka" !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on December 22, 2011, 07:09:50 AM
How in the hell is that Chinese food? Not that American Chinese is anything close to actual Chinese, but that's beside the point!

Hey it could happen....... (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinatown,_Philadelphia)

No really.
http://www.citypaper.net/blogs/mealticket/Legit-late-night-delivery-from-Chinatown-Express-Philadelphia.html
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on December 22, 2011, 07:19:45 AM
I'm worried by the new Batman trailer.  It looks like transformers 2: explosions, action and no story. 

I expect a lot more from my favourite director, Chris Nolan.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on December 22, 2011, 07:54:29 AM
While a student I worked in 'Horeca' for years as a bartender in a disco/bar. Worktimes from 22:00 to 5:30, minimum wage, and the tips weren't great.

It did have some good side effects in terms of money/going out:

1) I was making some money that did not require me skipping classes!
2) I worked in the weekends so I wasn't actually going out myself, thus spending money, but did get the whole 'going out' atmosphere.
3) For the first few years I worked there we were allowed to drink on the house during work, as long as it didn't affect your performance at work. Really helped the festive mood!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on December 22, 2011, 01:41:48 PM
'Horeca', a Dutch expressions for anything in the drinks industry- HOtels, REstaurants and CAfés.

Ah yes, I have worked in what US would term as the "Service Industry".  Or in dutch "Horeca". 

I got some good tips a few times, one week I made about $600 in tips alone.  (Not bad for a night auditor working front desk)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on December 22, 2011, 01:48:48 PM
Worst part- I work for a temp agency so I don't get tips. Then again, I get paid about 2.5 times minimum wage, so that's not bad.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on December 22, 2011, 02:13:26 PM
I'm worried by the new Batman trailer.  It looks like transformers 2: explosions, action and no story. 

I expect a lot more from my favourite director, Chris Nolan.

I wasn't really that impressed, hopefully the movie is better fleshed out.  I think they're going to have a hard time overcoming the lack of Joker.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on December 23, 2011, 01:07:45 PM
Sigh, 23. December, and we find a leakage in the roof. And apparently the insurance does not cover any leakage above ground level.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on December 23, 2011, 11:29:40 PM
Currently powering through the first season of Gopssip Girl. I need help :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 25, 2011, 03:41:27 PM
It's not a Christmas Eve party without rushing your grandpa to the hospital.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on December 27, 2011, 01:53:14 PM
Car troubles, have to stay home from work waiting on the tow truck.  Hopefully won't be too big of a deal, but lots of stuff going on right now which is sort of stressing me out.  Baby due in 3 weeks and just started up a new job which has shaken my confidence a bit it seems. 

Really just trying to keep it all in perspective and focus on the positives of each of the three.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on December 27, 2011, 02:04:46 PM
My mother likes to keep unimportant news, like apparently needing surgery this week to have a malign tumor removed from her throat, until Christmas dinner.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on December 27, 2011, 08:52:41 PM
I just got hit on for the second time in my life!
It was a dude.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 28, 2011, 09:44:49 PM
Going skiing in Colorado in 6 days... no snow in the forecast.

But machine snow in Co is far better than what I can get locally.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 28, 2011, 09:46:34 PM
Where in Colorado? I'm going there in 8 days...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 29, 2011, 03:35:07 AM
Crested Butte.  You?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 29, 2011, 04:18:32 AM
My demotivational made the main page.   :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:

(http://verydemotivational.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/demotivational-posters-cant-be-president.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on December 29, 2011, 05:45:02 AM
Telluride. Which also has roughly zero snow.

Beats 'skiing' in Michigan though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 29, 2011, 02:35:02 PM
This is two trips to Co in a row for machine snow.

Not that I am complaining.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on December 29, 2011, 02:43:49 PM
I almost fainted this morning, managed to sit down before I actually blacked out though...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 29, 2011, 02:59:20 PM
I almost fainted this morning, managed to sit down before I actually blacked out though...

once when I was working at best buy I was walking down the aisle, doing my job and I blacked out for no reason.  Got right back up and the co-workers at the customer service desk were shocked and asked me if I was okay.  Thats the only time that ever happened to me and I am not sure why.  I think perhaps I was sleep deprived at the time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 29, 2011, 03:02:52 PM
Better go to a doc for a checkup.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 29, 2011, 03:34:02 PM
yeah dunrik, better safe than in a pine box.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on December 30, 2011, 11:21:33 AM
Spend the night puking my guts out and feeling miserable.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 30, 2011, 11:30:34 AM
I'd feel pretty safe and secure in a pine box.

I have this thing when I yawn, where I almost black out. Is quite fun yawning then falling over.

BAWTRM, you been drinking again?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 30, 2011, 04:46:14 PM
The day before our New Year's Eve party our dishwasher decided it was about time to pass away ... at least he had the decency to die within the warranty period ... However, the service technician won't come before January 3 ... So, considering we are four people plus four guests, I am most probably going to spend New Year's Eve and the first day of the new year in the kitchen. Happy New Year!  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on December 30, 2011, 05:16:28 PM
So, considering we are four people plus four guests, I am most probably going to spend New Year's Eve and the first day of the new year in the kitchen. Happy New Year!  :dry:

You are familiar with the concept of "cooperation"?

If not, me and the other guests shall demonstrate.
 :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 30, 2011, 05:19:01 PM
And I will masterly order them around.
  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 30, 2011, 05:30:46 PM
And I will masterly order them around.
  :closed-eyes:

How co-operative of you!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on December 30, 2011, 08:04:58 PM
And I will masterly order them around.
  :closed-eyes:

In our house if you cook, the other(s) do the washing up ................

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 30, 2011, 08:07:01 PM
And I will masterly order them around.
  :closed-eyes:

In our house if you cook, the other(s) do the washing up ................

Good idea - for raclette!  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 30, 2011, 08:29:03 PM
In soviet Germany the guy who destroyed the dishwasher cooks, cleans and flails himself.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on December 30, 2011, 08:31:30 PM
In soviet Germany the guy who destroyed the dishwasher cooks, cleans and flails himself.

You haven't got time to ost on here - get on and do that cleaning and washing up  :icon_twisted:

Dishwasher machines - whatever next - waste of electricity - never clean things properly, sheer bloody laziness ..... mainly from lazy males.  :icon_rolleyes:




 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on December 30, 2011, 08:34:26 PM
The day before our New Year's Eve party our dishwasher decided it was about time to pass away ... at least he had the decency to die within the warranty period ... However, the service technician won't come before January 3 ... So, considering we are four people plus four guests, I am most probably going to spend New Year's Eve and the first day of the new year in the kitchen. Happy New Year!  :dry:

Ditto on our brand new washing machine.  Today's appliances blow chunks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 30, 2011, 10:55:50 PM
In soviet Germany the guy who destroyed the dishwasher cooks, cleans and flails himself.

 That's very funny  Fardir
The man that destroys the dishwasher here  get 15 to life in Jail :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on January 03, 2012, 04:36:35 AM
Euh another Rose Bowl loss for the Badgers (and only Michigan State pulled out a win for the Big Ten today).....sigh at least year I still remember the fourth quarter
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on January 04, 2012, 09:28:09 PM
They should have give you guys one more play. Really. (The refs actually screwed up the official motions on that, the clock started before the ref gave the motion to your center that the ball was in play. Still might not have had enough time to spike it, but...)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 05, 2012, 11:59:01 AM
Mogsam ate Gneisegnu!!!!

 :ph34r:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6ctjcN33Gw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6ctjcN33Gw)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Union General on January 08, 2012, 04:22:34 AM
Never considered posting here at the time.


...


My school lost at the Sugar Bowl. Because of an evil referee.  :dry:   :eusa_wall:


-The General
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on January 08, 2012, 04:45:33 AM
Never considered posting here at the time.


...


My school lost at the Sugar Bowl. Because of an evil referee.  :dry:   :eusa_wall:


-The General

And various and sundry awful, awful special teams mistakes and a total lack of finishing ability. If it weren't for those issues, you would have won easily.

So basically, it should have never come down to OT in the first place.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on January 10, 2012, 04:27:17 PM
An unauthorized IP hacked into my email, and sent a virus to all my contacts...

Now, in order to sign in to my mail, I have to get an authorization code each time I sign in.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 10, 2012, 06:37:56 PM
An unauthorized IP hacked into my email, and sent a virus to all my contacts...


I know.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on January 10, 2012, 07:22:56 PM
Doh!  Thought I notified everyone...sorry.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 11, 2012, 01:51:31 AM
Les Miles gets an honest question from a reporter/fan, and can't answer it.

http://thequad.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/10/in-postgame-news-conference-pushing-the-boundaries/
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: commandant on January 12, 2012, 02:09:12 AM
Heavy rain in Brussels has had a bad effect on the architecture of my bathroom as my ceiling is now in my bath :(.   Still handiman was meant to come this Saturday to assess the mould damage.   Don't suppose much assessing will be needed now.

My girlfriend is a little annoyed with me because I said there would be cracks before anything fell in.   Guess now she knows I know nothing about ceilings and mould damage.   :)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on January 12, 2012, 02:51:46 AM
My grandfather was just diagnosed with congestive heart failure. He'll be lucky to survive until Spring.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on January 12, 2012, 01:52:47 PM
I am so sorry.  Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 14, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
http://www.guardian.co.uk/law/2012/jan/13/tvshack-student-founder-extradition

Together with SOPA, shit just got FUBAR.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Darknight on January 14, 2012, 01:26:37 AM
My grandfather was just diagnosed with congestive heart failure. He'll be lucky to survive until Spring.

I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 14, 2012, 01:28:37 AM
My grandfather was just diagnosed with congestive heart failure. He'll be lucky to survive until Spring.

That's rough.  :-(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 14, 2012, 05:38:43 AM
neighboors were being loud throwing a party.  Im trying to sleep.  I went over there and they said they'd turn it down....they turned it up.  Went back over there and they told me to fuck off and call the cops so I did,  Cop went over told them to turn it down.  He walked to the elevator and they turned it back up.  he went back over there and gave them shit.  Its been quite since but now Im too awake to sleep.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 14, 2012, 06:47:07 AM
neighboors were being loud throwing a party.  Im trying to sleep.  I went over there and they said they'd turn it down....they turned it up.  Went back over there and they told me to fuck off and call the cops so I did,  Cop went over told them to turn it down.  He walked to the elevator and they turned it back up.  he went back over there and gave them shit.  Its been quite since but now Im too awake to sleep.

Damn neighbors!  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 14, 2012, 07:37:03 PM
they started doing it again this morning.  We called down tot he office and they told them to turn it down and keep it down.  Not long ago one of them banged on my door and ran just to be obnoxious.
 :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 14, 2012, 08:37:15 PM
Hell, I'd bang on your door too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 15, 2012, 12:56:54 AM
Soooooo hungover this morning. Lol.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 15, 2012, 07:13:49 AM
Hell, I'd bang on your door too.

You mean you'd "bang on his back door". Naughty.  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 15, 2012, 05:18:53 PM
I reserve that for you, darling.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 16, 2012, 01:09:11 AM
I reserve that for you, darling.

I should hope so. I was jealous.  :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 17, 2012, 06:26:07 AM
So we've suspected it for a while, but we're now sure that my boy is Autistic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 17, 2012, 06:49:31 AM
Really sorry to hear that CoD.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 17, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
So we've suspected it for a while, but we're now sure that my boy is Autistic.

Happy thought: Every child is special.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 17, 2012, 07:23:24 AM
Instead of stumbling over words I just want to say to you that I wish you the best and that everything works out as best as possible for your kid, your wife and yourself cannon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 17, 2012, 08:18:50 AM
So we've suspected it for a while, but we're now sure that my boy is Autistic.

Happy thought: Every child is special.

I appreciate this. I got a little flack from someone because I WASN'T super bummed out by the news. I said: "He's still my boy, and he's still going to be a happy wonderful boy, even if he has to live with us for the rest of his life or whatever." It's not GREAT news, but it's also not news that will send me spiraling into depression.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 17, 2012, 08:54:07 AM
So we've suspected it for a while, but we're now sure that my boy is Autistic.

Happy thought: Every child is special.


I wish for you that you may be able to give him the care he'll need. Good luck.


Other than that : what wife said.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 17, 2012, 08:59:42 AM
So we've suspected it for a while, but we're now sure that my boy is Autistic.

Happy thought: Every child is special.

I appreciate this. I got a little flack from someone because I WASN'T super bummed out by the news. I said: "He's still my boy, and he's still going to be a happy wonderful boy, even if he has to live with us for the rest of his life or whatever." It's not GREAT news, but it's also not news that will send me spiraling into depression.

One thing is for sure: He's a lucky boy who has wonderful parents. :eusa_clap: You'll find ways of offering him the best possible conditions to lead a happy life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on January 17, 2012, 09:17:34 AM
My little girl of 2 1/2 years old spend the night throwing up and when nothing more could come out she'd have dry-heaving spells in which maybe only a little phlegm or stomach acid would come out. Was still at it this morning when I went to work. Such a sad little girl!

@Cannon: Sorry to hear that. How bad is it, is it actually more like Asperger's Syndrome? I know 2 people with Asperger and while not communicatively great they're still able to function properly. When it comes to their strengths they're actually brilliant.

Regardless, it's good to hear your reaction, it's the only way a parent should react to such news. Good man, good boy.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 17, 2012, 09:42:23 AM
@Cannon: Sorry to hear that. How bad is it, is it actually more like Asperger's Syndrome? I know 2 people with Asperger and while not communicatively great they're still able to function properly. When it comes to their strengths they're actually brilliant.

Regardless, it's good to hear your reaction, it's the only way a parent should react to such news. Good man, good boy.

He is just now at 3 1/2 developing communication skills where he can use words to ask what he wants with more than a couple words. He's also been entrenched with echolalia, which is simply repeating phrases, rather than assembling your own. For example, today it was a big deal because he said "I want kool-aid" rather than saying "Want some kool-aid?".  He doesn't understand potty training. He'll mimic the action, but whether or not he actually uses the toilet is entirely random.

He's also got a severe fascination with fans (a possible aspergers symptom, but also a common autistic development), and he will occasionally just stop whatever he is doing and spin around while looking at the ceiling (possibly as a sensory self adjustment).

There's a lot of little telltales and small issues that don't seem like such a problem except when put up against other kids his age or younger. The speech development issues are the most obvious, but he also has gross motor functions that haven't developed, like holding himself up on a swing, climbing a ladder, jumping, catching a ball consistently, throwing overhand, stuff like that.
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Post by: t12161991 on January 17, 2012, 01:33:59 PM
Sorry to hear that CoD, but if there's anyone kind and caring enough to deal with it, that would be you.
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Post by: Darknight on January 17, 2012, 01:42:51 PM
You are your family are in my prayers, CoD.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 17, 2012, 02:00:04 PM
You are your family are in my prayers, CoD.
Thank you.
Sorry to hear that CoD, but if there's anyone kind and caring enough to deal with it, that would be you.

 :blush: I don't know how to respond to that.
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Post by: Aldaris on January 17, 2012, 03:32:33 PM
You're an American, so I guess by waving your Stetson around and shooting up into the air a lot while screaming "Yeeee-haw!"
 :engel:
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 17, 2012, 04:11:47 PM
I don't believe in prayers, but I've just found this:

http://www.paintrix-miniatures.com/about.php?&art=99&page=2 (http://www.paintrix-miniatures.com/about.php?&art=99&page=2)

The Golden Demon - twice!  :Ohmy:
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Post by: Finlay on January 18, 2012, 12:32:24 AM
The wayland games free shipping expires at 23:59 on the 17th of January.

I checked at 00:18 on the 18th of January.


Fuuuu
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Post by: Sig on January 18, 2012, 12:59:41 AM
Eh? I put in my order with the FREESHIPJAN code about an hour ago and it worked fine. It said there was 7 days left on the offer.
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Post by: Finlay on January 18, 2012, 09:50:51 AM
oh, I'll try again. Thanks sig.
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Post by: Midaski on January 18, 2012, 11:41:55 AM

Email newsletter yesterday saying they were extending it AGAIN

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Post by: Finlay on January 18, 2012, 11:45:20 AM
hmm, that one didn’t arrive to me?

They should do free shipping all the time! (I think they started with free shipping)

Darksphere is actually cheaper when Wayland don’t have free shipping.
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Post by: Midaski on January 18, 2012, 11:59:07 AM

just tried forwarding it to you - luckily it was still in my deleted folder.
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Post by: Obi on January 18, 2012, 12:06:54 PM
All my favourite sites (except this one) are down. I might actually have to do something productive today.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 18, 2012, 02:14:29 PM
All my favourite sites (except this one) are down. I might actually have to do something productive today.

Wouldn't be the first time you wasted an entire day on this website, would it?
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Post by: Finlay on January 19, 2012, 07:47:51 PM
Got knocked off my bike on way home.
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Post by: commandant on January 19, 2012, 07:58:48 PM
that is not good
how did it happen
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Post by: Darknight on January 19, 2012, 08:00:04 PM
Hope you're alright, Finlay, and your bike is okay.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 19, 2012, 08:53:03 PM
Yes same here Finlay I hope you are not hurt.
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Post by: Finlay on January 19, 2012, 10:10:33 PM
that is not good
how did it happen
On a roundabout, he pulled out when he shouldn't have and hit my rear wheel. I was wearing a high vis vest and had my lights on. And thankfully my helmet, as I hit my head on the pavement.

 He admitted it was his fault and two witnesses verify that. one said "I couldn't believe he pulled out"
Hope you're alright, Finlay, and your bike is okay.
I'm ok, the bike not so much! But he said he will pay.
Yes same here Finlay I hope you are not hurt.
I went to Hospital because my wife was nagging me to get checked, but they seemed not worried because I didn't black out, havent been sick etc.



I can't decide if I should involve the police.
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Post by: jlutin on January 19, 2012, 10:13:08 PM
I can't decide if I should involve the police.

Always.  A police report is strong if things go south later on.
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Post by: Finlay on January 19, 2012, 10:18:23 PM
yes, but is it going to fuck him up?
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Post by: patsy02 on January 19, 2012, 10:49:40 PM
Just go and ask them yourself, start every descriptive sentence with "Hypothetically".
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Post by: Finlay on January 19, 2012, 11:22:37 PM
I spoke to a bloke I play hockey with who is a traffic cop, said police might even try to fobb me off without reporting it (ie make sure they give you a report number if you do speak to them) so they almost definitely would not prosecute.

He also said I can wait a bit and see what happens (bike is out of the repair shop on wednesday, hopefully he will just pay then)
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Post by: stretch_135 on January 20, 2012, 06:41:43 AM
that is not good
how did it happen
On a roundabout, he pulled out when he shouldn't have and hit my rear wheel. I was wearing a high vis vest and had my lights on. And thankfully my helmet, as I hit my head on the pavement.

 He admitted it was his fault and two witnesses verify that. one said "I couldn't believe he pulled out"
Hope you're alright, Finlay, and your bike is okay.
I'm ok, the bike not so much! But he said he will pay.
Yes same here Finlay I hope you are not hurt.
I went to Hospital because my wife was nagging me to get checked, but they seemed not worried because I didn't black out, havent been sick etc.



I can't decide if I should involve the police.

It wasn't Shane Warne right?
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Post by: Warlord on January 20, 2012, 06:42:19 AM
Bit late to some of these responses:

Disbelieving in something for which there is no proof is the default position. You only need faith to believe without proof.

That's my point. The belief that there is not a deity is a tenet for which there is no proof. In order to believe there is no deity without proof that there is no deity you require faith that there is not one. Saying that there is no faith required to believe there is no god is like saying there is no faith required to believe there is no giant meteor careering towards the earth right this second. There's no proof there IS one, so therefore believing there isn't one does not require faith? I would say it is a great act of faith on all our parts to believe there is not an apocalyptic space rock on a direct intercept course with our planet, however small the chances that it exists. In the absense of proof, all opinions are based on faith.

I disagree.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/99942_Apophis (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/99942_Apophis)

Schroedinger's Cat.

I disagree.

It is the lack of a position. The cat could be alive or dead - why should I have to make an observation on what it could be. It is less faith, and more gambling IMO.
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Post by: stretch_135 on January 20, 2012, 06:46:55 AM
I don't believe in prayers, but I've just found this:

http://www.paintrix-miniatures.com/about.php?&art=99&page=2 (http://www.paintrix-miniatures.com/about.php?&art=99&page=2)

The Golden Demon - twice!  :Ohmy:

Inspiring read. Thanks.
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Post by: oak_prince on January 20, 2012, 06:59:38 AM
My parents pay 60 bucks a month for AT&T internet that's supposed to be 3/1 MBPS but is usually 1.06/.6 on a good day and a landline my father uses 1-2 times a day for short, work-related calls.

And they just ordered replacement parts for the dying 7 year old laptop I gave them several years ago.  :eusa_wall:
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Post by: Obi on January 20, 2012, 08:35:26 AM
 :icon_lol:

I pay 10 euros for 15/1 MBPS.
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Post by: stretch_135 on January 20, 2012, 10:48:33 AM
:icon_lol:

I pay 10 euros for 15/1 MBPS.

I hate you. $A60 for 1.5 MBPs if we're lucky.

On an entirely unrelated note, legs are annihilated after tonight's workout. Can barely walk at the moment.
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Post by: patsy02 on January 20, 2012, 11:18:47 AM
About £45/month @ 25 Mbps, could be worse I guess.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 20, 2012, 02:53:32 PM
I spoke to a bloke I play hockey with who is a traffic cop, said police might even try to fobb me off without reporting it (ie make sure they give you a report number if you do speak to them) so they almost definitely would not prosecute.

He also said I can wait a bit and see what happens (bike is out of the repair shop on wednesday, hopefully he will just pay then)

A bit late but if you can try to hold on the two witnesses as if he decides not to pay right now you would have his word against yours....good that you checked in the hospital.
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Post by: McKnight on January 23, 2012, 12:11:00 PM
Well I was working yesterday and got a text from a friend who lives at the same block as me, who wrote that there had been a water leak in the basement and up to 5" of water was down there. I had just moved there friday and saturday, so i had a lot of stuff in my basement cage... fawk
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Post by: Finlay on January 23, 2012, 12:57:38 PM
Damn, lots of damage?
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Post by: McKnight on January 23, 2012, 01:17:01 PM
I went and checked just now, and it wasnt that bad! My cage was at a lucky position! Some boxes were soaked, but they mostly contained warhammer sprues haha :D So its nothing to cry about, it could have been much worse!
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Post by: Finlay on January 23, 2012, 01:39:55 PM
praise the all-forgiving dice gods!
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Post by: Finlay on January 23, 2012, 11:18:25 PM
youtube comments are fucking ridiculous.

You either get "justin bieber rules" "justin bieber sucks" some racist claptrap, or this sort of nostalgic piffle on a supertramp video.


Quote
Try as I might, I can't hold back the tears! Good now as it was almost 40 years ago. God, I would love to go back and be able to experience it all again. We knew we were having the time of our lives but we could not slow down the train. live, Love, Enjoy

(http://api.ning.com/files/OcbLB-a-foiu9PCot7ibsa2vcftKbDr728cJJpfJb8LmOA6oNIqHEXbpWM7WhUF5U8UwAkvYDAI77w67sOQmYx7i3gCDn0PA/cmonsonbig.jpg)
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Post by: t12161991 on January 25, 2012, 02:50:46 AM
My Tea Party friend is truly, truly dense.

(http://i.imgur.com/3P5IR.png)

At this point I gave up.
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Post by: stretch_135 on January 26, 2012, 09:21:23 AM
What sort of sadist designed the Landraider Crusader Kit? >_<
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Post by: Big Time on January 26, 2012, 07:32:34 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-16726609 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-16726609)

Am I the only person who thinks invisibility is a bad idea?

youtube comments are fucking ridiculous.

You either get "justin bieber rules" "justin bieber sucks" some racist claptrap, or this sort of nostalgic piffle on a supertramp video.


Quote
Try as I might, I can't hold back the tears! Good now as it was almost 40 years ago. God, I would love to go back and be able to experience it all again. We knew we were having the time of our lives but we could not slow down the train. live, Love, Enjoy

Couldn't agree more. Youtube is not only a place to watch people fall down stairs or cats chasing their tails, it is a place for people to showcase how stupid they are by posting comments. Supertramp, eh? Youtube is priceless.
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Post by: Darknight on January 26, 2012, 07:34:56 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-16726609 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-16726609)

Am I the only person who thinks invisibility is a bad idea?

You're not going to see anyone saying they think it's a good idea.

B'dum-tish! Thankyou, I'll be here all week. Try the fish.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 27, 2012, 11:12:10 PM
warning, this link contains text, that if read might gross someone out...or make them laugh histariclly...otherwise SFW (http://chzdatingfails.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/dating-fails-yahoo-answers-dracula-boyfriend.jpg) do not click if you have a weak stomach...fair warning!
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Post by: t12161991 on January 27, 2012, 11:33:13 PM
 :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o

Seriously, do not click that link. I'm going to go throw up now. Possibly for the rest of the night.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 27, 2012, 11:34:58 PM
:-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o

Seriously, do not click that link. I'm going to go throw up now. Possibly for the rest of the night.
hey I gave fair warning (http://27.media.tumblr.com/avatar_6feb8634e3d0_128.png)
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Post by: Mechanical Monkey on January 28, 2012, 12:02:35 AM
I think that woman is mentally disturbed. :icon_eek:
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Post by: Obi on January 28, 2012, 01:26:30 AM
:-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o :-o

Seriously, do not click that link. I'm going to go throw up now. Possibly for the rest of the night.
(http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQzDseDDR0vq37d6qioDZwY9ajEIoE1kwR2AaZODX-JcDPz9TBRKeDGIBF5)
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Post by: Quickbeam on January 28, 2012, 04:23:10 AM
warning, this link contains text, that if read might gross someone out...or make them laugh histariclly...otherwise SFW (http://chzdatingfails.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/dating-fails-yahoo-answers-dracula-boyfriend.jpg) do not click if you have a weak stomach...fair warning!
sadly.... this reminds me of a girl I dated several months ago..... I ran away  :icon_mrgreen:
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Post by: t12161991 on January 28, 2012, 06:16:29 AM
I'm not normally squeamish, but that one... that one got to me.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 28, 2012, 07:05:24 AM
I'm not normally squeamish, but that one... that one got to me.

I made it to the line that said "I save them in the freezer and just suck on them later" and I nearly yakked. I did not read the rest. Don't feel bad, it's fekkin gross.
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Post by: Obi on January 28, 2012, 11:23:26 AM
I'm not normally squeamish, but that one... that one got to me.

I made it to the line that said "I save them in the freezer and just suck on them later" and I nearly yakked. I did not read the rest. Don't feel bad, it's fekkin gross.
Oh, then you missed the best part.

I don't know why she wouldn't just lick/eat her own blood when she has a wound though.

Also: you all realise yahoo answers is for 100% made up out of trolls trolling other trolls, right?
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Post by: Adlain on January 28, 2012, 11:59:55 AM
warning, this link contains text, that if read might gross someone out...or make them laugh histariclly...otherwise SFW (http://chzdatingfails.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/dating-fails-yahoo-answers-dracula-boyfriend.jpg) do not click if you have a weak stomach...fair warning!

Nice - may i ask what the hell you managed to type to find that little excerpt from Yahoo Answers??

as for my Random unhappy thought:

I have taken 2 days off work (Yesterday and Monday) to make sure i get the Tax sorted out before the 31st (already dealt with thankfully, took less time than i thought) however my Boss, in his undying love of being as much of a pain in the Proverbial as possible has decided to put off as many deliveries arriving on Monday and Friday as possible and re-book them in for Tuesday and later as possible. Suffice to say im looking at 40+ pallets of Delivery's on my first day back if he manages to do what he wants  :dry: Joy.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 28, 2012, 07:41:29 PM
actually if you look at the bottom of the picture you will see I got it from the datefail site.  it was entertaining to read while bored at work.  Its basically like lol cats but of dating.
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Post by: Obi on January 30, 2012, 03:16:18 AM
Can't sleep, have class in <5 hours.
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Post by: Maza on January 30, 2012, 10:34:38 AM
One period of my life I stayed up all night, and went to class in the morning. Slept in the afternoon. Not good.

I'm at home on sick leave and incredibly bored, yet too tired to do anything fun.
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Post by: patsy02 on January 30, 2012, 11:05:39 AM
One period of my life I stayed up all night, and went to class in the morning. Slept in the afternoon. Not good.
I'm doing this now! I'm sick of just lying in bed for hours on end without getting to sleep.
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Post by: Obi on January 30, 2012, 11:38:11 AM
One period of my life I stayed up all night, and went to class in the morning. Slept in the afternoon. Not good.
I'm doing this now! I'm sick of just lying in bed for hours on end without getting to sleep.
The best way to hack your sleep cycle into a normal rhythm again:

Stop eating. Just fast. This will be for a maximum of 24 hours, so it's doable.

Then tonight, go to bed at a reasonable time and set your alarm clock for the time you want to wake up at. As soon as you wake up, eat breakfast in a a place where you can see the sun, or at least the daylight outside.

This works because there are two things that determine your sleep cycle (mainly): natural light and food.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 30, 2012, 11:39:04 AM
I lie down in bed and at max 30 minutes and I am sound asleep.....ahh the sleep of the just.
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Post by: Maza on January 30, 2012, 01:13:31 PM
It just got better with age, for me. And with kids, forcing you to wake up at 6:00, every single morning. No compromises there. Now, when I go to bed, I just fall asleep. Doesn't really matter if I feel tired or not.
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Post by: t12161991 on January 31, 2012, 09:02:42 PM
It is 65 degrees out. This is not winter. I didn't go to school in Florida for a reason. I. Want. Snow!
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 31, 2012, 09:20:19 PM
I am trying to chew through an unreadable postmodern (tautology that, really) article, and have to summarize it by tomorrow morning.  :icon_rolleyes:

Edit: For those who like a challenge, here is a sample.

The stable serialization of such local kinedramatic moments shapes the contours of global kineformations, or organized social relations whose participants are unified by shared movements, matched rates of speed, or common trajectories. On one level, one sees the discursive traditions and common values of omnipolitan society becoming more kinedramatic as shared movements through televisual reality or collective interactions in telematic connectivity coalesce in common emotion.
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Post by: t12161991 on January 31, 2012, 09:35:25 PM
I have to work my way through 400 pages of Middle English by Friday, I feel your pain.

And I even like reading/writing/speaking Middle English.
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Post by: Adlain on January 31, 2012, 09:40:06 PM
The stable serialization of such local kinedramatic moments shapes the contours of global kineformations, or organized social relations whose participants are unified by shared movements, matched rates of speed, or common trajectories. On one level, one sees the discursive traditions and common values of omnipolitan society becoming more kinedramatic as shared movements through televisual reality or collective interactions in telematic connectivity coalesce in common emotion.

I can feel the blood vessels in my brain bursting while I am trying to comprehend that paragragh  :Ohmy:
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Post by: Finlay on January 31, 2012, 10:35:02 PM
I hate that sort of academic writing.
The author may as well just have replaced all that text with a picture of himself sucking himself off.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 31, 2012, 11:32:10 PM
Well, he did give a warning:
Those who resolutely cling to a naïve instrumental understanding of language in which words always have definite meanings, clear uses, and neutral loadings will be disappointed with this paper. Such approaches to language are often unsophisticated, presumptuous, and confused.

I must admit, when I first read it, I really believed it to be written by the Dada engine/Postmodern Generator, a computer program, written in 1996 by Andrew Bulhak, that automatically produces imitations of postmodernist writing - grammatically correct, looking very scholarly and erudite, but completely meaningless - just like the real thing.  :-D
For some examples of randomly generated texts: http://www.elsewhere.org/pomo/
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 01, 2012, 07:25:56 AM
I can summarize that text in a single sentence.


"Pompous ass wants everyone to know how smart he is."
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 01, 2012, 08:05:05 AM
Ah, but that is only because you are unsophisticated, presumptious and confused - just like me! :-D
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Post by: Obi on February 01, 2012, 08:39:03 AM
It is 65 degrees out. This is not winter. I didn't go to school in Florida for a reason. I. Want. Snow!
Damn dude, it's -10 out here. I'm freezing my genitals off! (quite literally, as my bike saddle is filled with gel for comfort, only it freezes when it's cold like this). When I woke up Monday it had snowed, I couldn't believe what I was seeing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 01, 2012, 10:47:49 AM
Ah, but that is only because you are unsophisticated, presumptious and confused - just like me! :-D

No, I understand it. He's saying that people with similar environments and similar experiences gravitate to one another and form social bonds. He's just using huge words to make himself seem like he's saying something new and brilliant.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 01, 2012, 10:52:14 AM
I hate that sort of academic writing.


(http://www.history.ucsb.edu/faculty/marcuse/classes/images/CalvinHobbesAcademicWriting.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 01, 2012, 11:01:45 AM
Amazing, I love Calvin and Hobbes.

I wonder what would happen if a BA student wrote an essay like that. I was always keen to be clear and concise, which I think is an underrated attribute in academia!

I wonder what it was like for chemistry.
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Post by: Maza on February 01, 2012, 11:08:49 AM
The stable serialization of such local kinedramatic moments shapes the contours of global kineformations, or organized social relations whose participants are unified by shared movements, matched rates of speed, or common trajectories. On one level, one sees the discursive traditions and common values of omnipolitan society becoming more kinedramatic as shared movements through televisual reality or collective interactions in telematic connectivity coalesce in common emotion.

Ha ha! Bizarre!

Point of view 1: To be fair, the author is probably aiming for a readership that has spent years studying this very particular subject (whatever it is  :-)). Some of the rules discussions on this forum would also look like mumbo-jumbo if quoted out of context to someone without prior knowledge on the topic of wargaming.

Point of view2: There are posers everywhere, also in academia. This might very well be one of them. It is a bit revealing that he actually seems to say that "This will not be understandable". I come to think of the so called Sokal affair. A guy named Alan Sokal published a hoax paper full of pretentious postmodern nonsense and actually got it published in a "scholarly" journal! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sokal_affair

Fidelis: I hope your presentation went well!
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 01, 2012, 11:10:19 AM
Amazing, I love Calvin and Hobbes.

I wonder what would happen if a BA student wrote an essay like that. I was always keen to be clear and concise, which I think is an underrated attribute in academia!

I wonder what it was like for chemistry.

I try to make all my paper understandable to someone with only a basic knowledge of chemistry and physics. The Warhammer-Weib is my main testsubject as she is so wonderful that she proofreads all the crap I write.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on February 01, 2012, 11:20:18 AM
I try to make all my paper understandable to someone with only a basic knowledge of chemistry and physics. The Warhammer-Weib is my main testsubject as she is so wonderful that she proofreads all the crap I write.

No crap at all!!! I've just finished proofreading and printing it. Actually, it was very interesting to read.   :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 01, 2012, 11:22:55 AM
The stable serialization of such local kinedramatic moments shapes the contours of global kineformations, or organized social relations whose participants are unified by shared movements, matched rates of speed, or common trajectories. On one level, one sees the discursive traditions and common values of omnipolitan society becoming more kinedramatic as shared movements through televisual reality or collective interactions in telematic connectivity coalesce in common emotion.

Ha ha! Bizarre!

Point of view 1: To be fair, the author is probably aiming for a readership that has spent years studying this very particular subject (whatever it is  :-)). Some of the rules discussions on this forum would also look like mumbo-jumbo if quoted out of context to someone without prior knowledge on the topic of wargaming.

Point of view2: There are posers everywhere, also in academia. This might very well be one of them. It is a bit revealing that he actually seems to say that "This will not be understandable". I come to think of the so called Sokal affair. A guy named Alan Sokal published a hoax paper full of pretentious postmodern nonsense and actually got it published in a "scholarly" journal! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sokal_affair

Fidelis: I hope your presentation went well!

pov1: what about 2nd year university students?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 01, 2012, 11:26:56 AM
Ah, but that is only because you are unsophisticated, presumptious and confused - just like me! :-D

No, I understand it. He's saying that people with similar environments and similar experiences gravitate to one another and form social bonds. He's just using huge words to make himself seem like he's saying something new and brilliant.

 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:

Ant there's the truth ladies and gentlemen.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 01, 2012, 11:33:02 AM
I try to make all my paper understandable to someone with only a basic knowledge of chemistry and physics. The Warhammer-Weib is my main testsubject as she is so wonderful that she proofreads all the crap I write.

No crap at all!!! I've just finished proofreading and printing it. Actually, it was very interesting to read.   :happy:

 :blush:

But I guess one can understand why I am rather a champion of nuclear power than coal.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Maza on February 01, 2012, 11:39:00 AM
pov1: what about 2nd year university students?

I honestly don't think I understand your question properly? Sorry. I think 2nd year university students should be assigned to read stuff that they may understand, based on what they have studied the first year. Is that an answer to your question?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 01, 2012, 11:44:55 AM
I think even a master in his field should be able to reduce complex topics in a way that they are as understandable as possible. There is no advantage at all using terms that are seldon used or creating sentences that go over three pages.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 01, 2012, 11:54:21 AM
I was always keen to be clear and concise, which I think is an underrated attribute in academia!

I wonder what it was like for chemistry.

I used to get in trouble at university for being too concise. Most people pad their work a lot, so if you don't they assume you haven't done enough work!

Shorter = better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Maza on February 01, 2012, 12:17:41 PM
I think even a master in his field should be able to reduce complex topics in a way that they are as understandable as possible. There is no advantage at all using terms that are seldon used or creating sentences that go over three pages.

Good point. But sometimes, very specific concepts can be justifiably used in order to avoid 3-page sentences. Using strange concepts such as "kinodramatic" or "BS-modifier", in circumstances where everyone probably knows what you mean anyway, is often very effective.

But this is a general opinion, and not primarily a defence of the particular quotation provided by Fidelis.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 01, 2012, 12:37:01 PM
Point of view 1: To be fair, the author is probably aiming for a readership that has spent years studying this very particular subject (whatever it is  :-)). Some of the rules discussions on this forum would also look like mumbo-jumbo if quoted out of context to someone without prior knowledge on the topic of wargaming.

Just to clarify: I have 2 MA's (Classical & Near Eastern Philology) and a postgrad in Literature. While I have not spent years on studying that particular object (megametaphorics), I am familiar with the basic register and have seen my share of difficult texts. Some texts are difficult because of the subject; some because of the author. I put it to you that the latter clearly applies here. Calvin (as so often) really hit the nail on the head. Thank you Rufus!
This text should definitely get a BS-modifier. Everyone probably knows what I mean:-D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 01, 2012, 12:47:42 PM

what about 2nd year university students?


male or female ones ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Maza on February 01, 2012, 12:49:58 PM
Fidelis: OK, I admit that I slided over from your quotation to more general reasoning.

Did you have your presentation today? What happened?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 01, 2012, 12:55:26 PM
No presentation. It is not even for me. A friend of mine has to read this (among other articles) for his examination tomorrow, but could not make head or tail of it. So, he asked me, if I could make some sense of it and provide a summary. But thanks for asking!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on February 01, 2012, 05:48:24 PM
When I was at the petrol station today, a grandmother bought cigarettes as a present for her 16-year-old grandson. According to German law he isn't allowed to buy or smoke them until the age of 18. She knew it and bought them nevertheless.    :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on February 01, 2012, 05:55:10 PM
She may have been sticking it to the man. Fight the power.

That aside, what a lousy gift.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 02, 2012, 08:44:17 AM
Shin splint.

FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU-
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 02, 2012, 08:59:58 AM
Shin splint.

FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU-

Dude, shin splints hurt. That SUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU-
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 02, 2012, 09:11:32 AM
Iknowthatfeel.jpg. 2 years for me, still haven't shaken them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 02, 2012, 08:04:37 PM
I feel sick after reading this.

http://www.republicmagazine.com/news/never-call-the-police-single-mother-in-milwaukee-raped-by-cop-then-arrested-for-assaulting-an-officer.html
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 05, 2012, 09:31:50 PM
Had to work 4 hours overtime on Friday...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: IsambardBrunel on February 06, 2012, 01:56:25 AM
Just found out I have a case of pericarditis. Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu-
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Darknight on February 06, 2012, 02:24:27 AM
I just had to look that up. You are in my prayers for a swift and uneventful recovery.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 06, 2012, 07:44:32 AM
Just found out I have a case of pericarditis. Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu-
Shit dude. Good luck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 06, 2012, 05:44:42 PM
I've been sick as a dog for days, getting little to no sleep and super busy at work on top of that. Hopefully I'll be able to recover tonight on my day off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 06, 2012, 05:47:09 PM
Sick + night shift = bad times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 06, 2012, 05:48:15 PM
Good recovery to you I suggest vast amounts of tea.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 07, 2012, 09:04:33 AM
Just found out I have a case of pericarditis. Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu-

Rough dude. Hope you're feeling better soon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 07, 2012, 11:25:51 PM
My cousin's (who's closer to a sister since my parents raised her when her mom went nuts) infant son just died in a household accident when the father fell on him. Because of the circumstances the state has placed their other son with relatives and opened a full investigation. Rough on my family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 07, 2012, 11:53:46 PM
I realize this is a massive understatement, but that really, really sucks....

No-one wins here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 07, 2012, 11:55:24 PM
That's... that's just... soul-crushing is the best term I have.

I take it the father just tripped/slipped and...?

I hope he's on suicide watch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on February 08, 2012, 01:53:21 PM
In these dark times, it may seem that no amount of wisdom or words will help the pain and loss your family is feeling.  My thoughts are with you and your family during this tragic period in your lives.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 13, 2012, 05:57:34 PM
just found out that I can has force hasnt been online for awhile and the site went down a long time ago.  le sigh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 13, 2012, 07:16:06 PM
My cousin's (who's closer to a sister since my parents raised her when her mom went nuts) infant son just died in a household accident when the father fell on him. Because of the circumstances the state has placed their other son with relatives and opened a full investigation. Rough on my family.

I'm so very sorry, Cannon.  You guys will be in my prayers.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on February 17, 2012, 08:07:32 PM
Hall of Famer Gary Carter passed away of brain cancer..... (http://newyork.mets.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120120&content_id=26406620&vkey=news_mlb&c_id=nym)

Was a bit young to be all that attentive a baseball fan during Carters playing days but I do know I have a number of his baseball cards and as a Mets fan he was part of a great era in Mets Baseball.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mechanical Monkey on February 17, 2012, 08:18:54 PM
t12161991  Is that article real ? It can't be can it ?

My cousin's (who's closer to a sister since my parents raised her when her mom went nuts) infant son just died in a household accident when the father fell on him. Because of the circumstances the state has placed their other son with relatives and opened a full investigation. Rough on my family.

I'm sorry for your loss COD.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 17, 2012, 10:07:42 PM
MM- After doing a bit more research there's nothing on the really big sites. That said I found this: http://christopherdiarmani.com/4832/police-misconduct/special-place-hell-reserved-officer-ladmarald-cates/

Which has enough names and details that I find it hard to believe its fake.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 18, 2012, 12:01:59 AM
My cousin's (who's closer to a sister since my parents raised her when her mom went nuts) infant son just died in a household accident when the father fell on him. Because of the circumstances the state has placed their other son with relatives and opened a full investigation. Rough on my family.

Jesus, that's terrible to hear.  Hang in there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Grutch on February 18, 2012, 03:41:38 AM
My cousin's (who's closer to a sister since my parents raised her when her mom went nuts) infant son just died in a household accident when the father fell on him. Because of the circumstances the state has placed their other son with relatives and opened a full investigation. Rough on my family.

Oh man this is just terribly tragic!  A sympathetic hug to you from the Pacific Northwest.  Hang in there COD. 

-Grutch
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 19, 2012, 02:11:07 PM
My cousin's (who's closer to a sister since my parents raised her when her mom went nuts) infant son just died in a household accident when the father fell on him. Because of the circumstances the state has placed their other son with relatives and opened a full investigation. Rough on my family.

:-(

I hope everything turns out as well as the circumstances allow, and that you and those close to you suffer the least possible psychological damage.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 20, 2012, 11:36:49 AM
So my younger brother's good friend with whom I also used to hang out with (great guy, he came to my wedding, I went to his), got into a car crash with his wife, the car ended up in a small canal. He was flung out of the car into the water during the crash, his wife wasn't. When he managed to crawl on to the side, all dazed, the car was already no longer visible. That was also the moment the police arrived.

It took a fire fighters diving team to extract his wife, they reanimated her and got her heart going but in the hospital it turned out she had zero brain activity, they pulled the plug the next day.

So that leaves him (physically just scratched and bruised) with his 3 children (the first actually isn't his, so that one may go live with his biological father).  :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on February 20, 2012, 01:30:09 PM
 :icon_eek:
That... That just sucks. I don't really have much words, other then to offer my regrets, and uttermost sympathy.  :icon_sad: I hope they all will be ok...
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 20, 2012, 01:42:24 PM
Same here....best wishes from me too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on February 20, 2012, 01:42:58 PM
There are no amount of words that can ease the pain that your friend or your family may hear that will ease the pain.  Just know however, that there is another end to this dark tunnel.   Though it may seem for a time, that sadness is just too great to bear, those left behind will not be alone.  Even in tragedy, great things can still happen.  My thoughts are with you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 20, 2012, 04:27:33 PM
That sucks. Good luck man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mechanical Monkey on February 20, 2012, 05:02:22 PM
Sorry to hear that BAWTRM .
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 20, 2012, 06:05:44 PM
That's utterly awful. I am so sorry.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 21, 2012, 11:28:09 PM
I'm so sorry to hear that BAWTRM.

I almost feel bad posting my small problem, after the last two which are so much worse and permanent.  But I haven't told most of the people in my Real Life, and want to get it off my chest: I'm 99% sure my marriage is ending.  We're both more or less agreed that we're both better off not being married to each other, but still.  Gonna be a rough way to go for me for awhile. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 21, 2012, 11:49:13 PM
Sorry to hear that, towishimp. There's no need to feel bad about posting your bad news just because other people's might be worse. It's still sad, and we still care.


BAWTRM and Cannon: I'm very sorry for both of you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 22, 2012, 12:15:30 AM
Sorry to hear that Towie. It sounds like you're not parting bitter enemies, at least?

And yeah, what rufus said. It may not be people dying bad, but bad news is bad news.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 22, 2012, 12:26:06 AM
Sorry to hear that Towie. It sounds like you're not parting bitter enemies, at least?

And yeah, what rufus said. It may not be people dying bad, but bad news is bad news.

Yeah, as far as divorces go, it'll probably be pretty civil.  No other guy, no revelation of huge secret...it's just not working.  She started us in this direction, but after a weeks of counseling I find myself realizing more and more that it's not working.  So I am very sad and depressed over it, but there's also the glimmer of hope that comes with new starts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 22, 2012, 10:54:15 AM
I wish you strength towishimp.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 22, 2012, 03:30:03 PM
Here's the translation of a newspaper article (AD Rivierenland from the 21st) about the fatal accident. Not a great article, it leaves several questions, but it was more informative than other things we heard.

Thanks for all the kind words people!

Steep embankment turns fatal

Husband Marco (34) couldn’t save life of Lydia (29)

Nieuwland – Marco Doeser risked his own life last Friday night to save his beloved Lydia. In vain. The inhabitant of Hoogblokland managed to get his wife out of the car that was in in the freezing Merwedekanaal (canal) but the steep embankment proves too large an obstacle.
“He wasn’t able to get her on the shore.” Tells an emotional Sam Jansen, who was the first person to arrive at the site of the accident, a mere 300 meters from where he lives. The Nieuwlandener has to stop the desperate, disoriented and severely hypothermic Marco from reentering the water, that had pieces of ice floating in it, in an attempt to save his wife.

Jansen was driving over the narrow Kanaaldijk-Noord (road) from Nieuwland to Meerkerk at a quarter to 10 in the evening of Friday the 17th, 15 minutes earlier than usual. He was going to pick up 2 of his kids who had been to a weekly youth meeting. Almost immediately after turning onto the road he sees a stumbling man in his headlights. One wearing no shoes and completely wet.
Jansen immediately realises something is seriously wrong. The hypothermic man barely manages to say “My wife is in the water.” Jansen puts the man in the back of his car and immediately alerts the rescue services. “They arrived within a few minutes.” Jansen said, who didn’t enter the water himself “It’s too dark over there, you can’t see a thing.”.
Divers from Dordrecht however, do exactly that. At 22:25, 39 minutes past the time the alert was given, they haul Lydia out of the water. She has a weak pulse but dies on Saturday in a hospital in Nieuwegein.
Yesterday in the afternoon there was a technical research of the site “Standard procedure in these situations.”, so says a spokesman of the police. It is still unclear who was driving at the time of the accident.

The Doeser family, counting three children, goes to Free Evangelic Community  ‘The Ark’ in Gorinchem. During the service on Sunday a lot of attention was given to the tragedy. “Our hearts go with the family.” Says Adriaan de Vaal for The Ark. “The impact is enormous.” Lydia worked as a nurse in the Beatrix hospital in Gorinchem. Marco (a police officer btw) is left behind with 3 children.

The narrow Kanaaldijk between Arkel and Nieuwland is known for being dangerous. There’s only space for a single car, every few hundred meter there’s a widened spot where vehicles in opposite directions may pass each other. A single steering error can be fatal, between the road and the deep water there’s not any kind of barrier. The road is also poorly lit.
A little bit more than a year ago another person drowned in the same canal, when he rode his bike into it after returning from a visit to his local pub.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 25, 2012, 12:51:47 PM
So sorry again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 27, 2012, 01:20:36 AM
Was meant to be meeting a friend at a bar we go to on a semi-regular basis Saturday night. I headed in early to a 30th at a caberet/burlesque bar with my cousin and figured I'd head over to the other bar about 11 when my friend got into the city. Last I'd heard from her was about two in the afternoon when she'd confirmed she was definitely 100% coming in. Sent her a message about 10 to see what time they'd be in. No reply. Partied on a bit more at the caberet bar and sent her another message about 11. No reply. Call about 11:30. Goes to voicemail. By this point I'm a bit concerned - my friend has a reputation as a flake (she'd bailed on me last minute two weeks ago, in addition to a few other times), my cousin's planning on heading home (he and his gf both work at a hospital, so they're weren't going for a big night) and I'm about to end up on my own. Send my friend one last (slightly pissy) message about midnight and go home. Don't hear anything from my friend that night or Sunday. Today (Monday) I get a message to say that her mum had an OD Saturday night and ended up in the hospital. Now I feel like an asshole. *thumbs up*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 27, 2012, 08:08:46 AM
Was meant to be meeting a friend at a bar we go to on a semi-regular basis Saturday night. I headed in early to a 30th at a caberet/burlesque bar with my cousin and figured I'd head over to the other bar about 11 when my friend got into the city. Last I'd heard from her was about two in the afternoon when she'd confirmed she was definitely 100% coming in. Sent her a message about 10 to see what time they'd be in. No reply. Partied on a bit more at the caberet bar and sent her another message about 11. No reply. Call about 11:30. Goes to voicemail. By this point I'm a bit concerned - my friend has a reputation as a flake (she'd bailed on me last minute two weeks ago, in addition to a few other times), my cousin's planning on heading home (he and his gf both work at a hospital, so they're weren't going for a big night) and I'm about to end up on my own. Send my friend one last (slightly pissy) message about midnight and go home. Don't hear anything from my friend that night or Sunday. Today (Monday) I get a message to say that her mum had an OD Saturday night and ended up in the hospital. Now I feel like an asshole. *thumbs up*

You couldn't have known so don't feel like an asshole, just explain the situation and be there for her.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on February 27, 2012, 06:08:55 PM
Let me just say it...

I hate the Federal Government, it's employment laws, Administrative Law Judges and lawyers in general.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 27, 2012, 06:26:32 PM
Got 3 hours sleep because I had to write a paper on the different ways you can make a Constitutional law argument.

And I have a major immigration law presentation Wednesday.

And a 10 pager on the legal limits of the presidency's ability to fight the war on terror within the US due Friday.

And I have to attend a lecture on US tariff law today which means I won't be able to start that 10 pager until Wednesday at the earliest.

Kill me now...

Edit: Didn't see jlutin's post. That's more than a little funny...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: steveb on February 27, 2012, 06:40:59 PM
Let me just say it...

I hate the Federal Government, it's employment laws, Administrative Law Judges and lawyers in general.
:::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on February 27, 2012, 06:42:36 PM
T I wish that my issue was that meaty and important.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on February 28, 2012, 04:35:37 AM
Let me just say it...

I hate the Federal Government, it's employment laws, Administrative Law Judges and lawyers in general.

Same. Different Federal Government, but still.

This week we had a glimmer of hope for an actual leader returning. Instead we are stuck with an administrator. Once the election comes next year, we will then likely get a idiot.

Why we get stuck with the two worse options as leaders of our adversarial political parties, while the two better, more moderate options can't get the support within their corresponding party's is beyond me.



BTW...
So sorry to hear about all this terrible news everyone. About the same time I read about CoD's friend, my fiancee's co-worker had a child die of SIDS.
Strange and sad times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 28, 2012, 05:19:04 AM
Hopefully Turnbull will knock Abbott off before the election. Remember as shaky as Gillard is, Abbott was One Vote Tony. He's not the Liberal messiah, or even just a very naughty boy - just a moron.

I'd vote Turnbull and I've never voted Liberal before. Haven't voted Labor since Gillard took over, and haven't voted it in the state since I can remember.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 28, 2012, 05:47:59 AM
Didn't Randy Marsh once say that all elections come down to a douche and a turd?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on February 28, 2012, 05:52:57 AM
Hopefully Turnbull will knock Abbott off before the election. Remember as shaky as Gillard is, Abbott was One Vote Tony. He's not the Liberal messiah, or even just a very naughty boy - just a moron.

I'd vote Turnbull and I've never voted Liberal before. Haven't voted Labor since Gillard took over, and haven't voted it in the state since I can remember.

Hoping the same. Turnbull would be my pick if Rudd can't pull Labor together in the next 12 months, and even if he can, I would still be sceptical of his permanancy.

I haven't voted Labor since either (the old blank vote option most recently), and have voted both ways in the past two state elections (latest being towards liberal).

Didn't Randy Marsh once say that all elections come down to a douche and a turd?
In 2007 it wasn't. Well at least on one side.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on February 28, 2012, 06:29:46 AM
My rule is to say all the candidate's names out loud and the one I find least pronounceable gets my vote, usually an independant. Last time it was a Greek guy with about 20 letters in his surname (state) and before that an Indian guy in the federal. Just prefer it to blank voting. My rule doesn't apply if it forces me to vote for an extremist party like the Shooters or Socialist Alliance.

Of course that's for elections with only crap candidates. Rudd got my vote in 2007, resoundingly so.

On topic, some of the things here are so tragic that talking politics numbs the brain comfortably to help deal with it all. Very sorry for all the various losses/hardships. There's been some really bad ones in here recently.  :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on February 28, 2012, 01:46:36 PM
Let me just say it...

I hate the Federal Government, it's employment laws, Administrative Law Judges and lawyers in general.

Same. Different Federal Government, but still.

This week we had a glimmer of hope for an actual leader returning. Instead we are stuck with an administrator. Once the election comes next year, we will then likely get a idiot.

Oh, this particular situation is 100% what Obama's installed leader of the department was hired to do.  He is enacting presidential polices and union desires perfectly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 28, 2012, 02:07:03 PM
The spring is coming too damn early! Me and a couple of mates had planned to spend a weekend cross country skiing and chilling in the sauna. Guess that's not gonna happen :C
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 29, 2012, 04:37:42 PM
Did you have your presentation today? What happened?

My friend got his exam results back: 16/20. So, my summary seems to have clarified things.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on February 29, 2012, 05:49:01 PM
The cat has an appointment to get some shots at the vet today. *dons plate mail*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 01, 2012, 12:44:37 PM
My portable hard drive died this morning...and I had over 1300 hours of shows and movies on it, not to mention about 3 gigs of old Warhammer stuff that you really can't get anywhere else.  Makes me sick to my stomach thinking about it, since I won't really be able to get it all back...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 01, 2012, 12:47:58 PM
Well as you must have the original copies of those movies and series it will be lots of work but you will manage.

The Warhammer stuff is bad but I guess you can find people on this forum who have the data and might share it with you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 01, 2012, 01:39:03 PM
I don't have the originals anymore, as I had a former roomate take them... :eusa_wall:  I might be able to get them again though.

The "worst" part is, I would use it to "watch" tv while at work for some white noise so I could concentrate better...now my ADD is kicking in since I can't think about anything else but getting it fixed!  Arrgh.  :icon_evil:

 :icon_sad:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 01, 2012, 03:01:15 PM
Is it totally unretrievable?

I have had my PC 'die' and the local computer wizard has managed to save my My Documents with all my work and hobby stuff.

Sometimes the motor or the drive stops - it doesn't mean the information has passed into the ether.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 01, 2012, 03:07:20 PM
Well, I think I may have found a solution.  It turns out the micro USB port broke, and I may be able to just purchase a new case for about $25 USD... and just swap it into the new case, but it may or may not work.  Checked into Data Recovery, and it is a minimum of $300.00 USD, so for that price, I can get a new hard drive. 

Now I just need to sell my warwagon so I can get a new case...
 :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 01, 2012, 03:20:32 PM
That is totally worth a try.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 01, 2012, 03:28:53 PM
300$     :icon_eek:

My local guy would have a look for free and then probably charge me for his time and how hard it was to retrieve/repair.  I think last problem I had cost me around £30 (50$ ?)

America the land of screw the sucker when he's down  opportunity.

 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 01, 2012, 03:40:50 PM
America the land of screw the sucker when he's down  opportunity.

 :closed-eyes:

That's for sure, I am finding more and more that is the case.  The local place that does data recovery has a bench charge of $286.00 USD (214.94 Euros or £ 179.52) minimum, so actual data recovery could increase from there.  I have heard horror stories of it costing approximately $900.00-$1500.00 maximum.

And while we are on a "rant" about "The rich get richer" in America...The company that handles our phone/internet/ tv shut it off because it was overdue by a couple days, but did so without warning.  I asked if I could make a partial payment just until Friday, 2nd of March, and just turn internet back on.  They said no...so we had to wait all week without internet or tv.  Oh well, get paid tomorrow.

Thanks for all the encouragement guys...

So, I am looking to sell off some Empire stuff in order to "upgrade my technology".  Keep your eyes on the Trading post.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 01, 2012, 04:02:38 PM
My portable hard drive died this morning...and I had over 1300 hours of shows and movies on it, not to mention about 3 gigs of old Warhammer stuff that you really can't get anywhere else.  Makes me sick to my stomach thinking about it, since I won't really be able to get it all back...

I've had friends have luck with the old trick of putting the thing in the freezer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 01, 2012, 04:05:54 PM
You live in Michigan, right? How close to Ann Arbor? I know how to do data recovery. For that much it'd take weeks, but it would be free.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 01, 2012, 04:08:26 PM
A good friend of mine recently got married/pregnant. This isn't a bad thing, but it makes me feel like I'm in a time-crunch. That I need to find "the one" ASAP because I'm at an age(28) where people are marrying/permanently shacking up. What if the perfect girl for me is getting married to someone else as I type this?

As long as I'm complaining about matters of the heart, why am I a magnet for religious/prudish girls?  :icon_mad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 01, 2012, 04:13:32 PM
You live in Michigan, right? How close to Ann Arbor? I know how to do data recovery. For that much it'd take weeks, but it would be free.

I am about 10 minutes from Ann Arbor.

I am checking with Sunset Computers because they said they had a new case that would work that they can put it into.  So, about $25.00  If that doesn't work, I will definitely let you know.

If you could do data recovery, then I would definitely throw some good Empire mini's your way!  The other issue is what to do with the data that is recovered.  My laptop only has like a 250Gb hard drive, of which only about 29Gb is free...which is why I needed the external hard drive in the first place.  LOL
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 01, 2012, 04:19:31 PM
A good friend of mine recently got married/pregnant. This isn't a bad thing, but it makes me feel like I'm in a time-crunch. That I need to find "the one" ASAP because I'm at an age(28) where people are marrying/permanently shacking up. What if the perfect girl for me is getting married to someone else as I type this?

As long as I'm complaining about matters of the heart, why am I a magnet for religious/prudish girls?  :icon_mad:

For every story where someone finds "the one".  There are 10 more stories of "I wish I hadn't gotten married so soon" 

For me, I love my wife (some days more than others, and we have been married for 8 years)  I was 29 when we got married, and there are many days when I look back and wish we hadn't.  (No freedom for example) 
Just hang in there, I know it sucks when all your friends are married, and you are just sitting there wondering when/if it will happen to you.  But the bottom line is, just go out and have fun. 

As far as the religous/prudish girls...I can't help you out too much, except, don't look for dates in churches or libraries.   :happy:

Seriously, the religous/ prudish girls are the ones that "you want to take to meet the parents" and usually are high maitanance after marriage.  I find the more liberal girls with some good morals are the ones that are the most attractive...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 01, 2012, 04:39:14 PM
Exactly. My ideal wife/long-term girlfriend would have to be liberal. And tomboyish - not the sort who hates gaming or gets "headaches" every time I want to go camping.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 01, 2012, 04:44:50 PM
And you wonder why you are 28 and not married.  :)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 01, 2012, 04:49:12 PM
You live in Michigan, right? How close to Ann Arbor? I know how to do data recovery. For that much it'd take weeks, but it would be free.

I am about 10 minutes from Ann Arbor.

I am checking with Sunset Computers because they said they had a new case that would work that they can put it into.  So, about $25.00  If that doesn't work, I will definitely let you know.

If you could do data recovery, then I would definitely throw some good Empire mini's your way!  The other issue is what to do with the data that is recovered.  My laptop only has like a 250Gb hard drive, of which only about 29Gb is free...which is why I needed the external hard drive in the first place.  LOL

I know your pain, lost everything almost permanently last year at around this time. It sounds like yours should be easier to recover, but my dad was running a recovery algorithm for 3 weeks and barely got a quarter of my documents back. That was because my hard drive actually died, as in all the sectors went bad though, so...

Unfortunately this is a really bad time to be buying hard drives because of the flooding in Thailand. I was going to buy a 1 or 2 TB external so I could do a full image back up, but the prices have gone up almost 50% for some models.

I won't be home until March 15 or so, but if it's not solved by then let me know.

Edit: Oak Prince, my mom and both her sisters married in their mid-twenties, and all three of them divorced those husbands. My mom didn't meet my dad until they were in their mid thirties, and my other aunts were in similar situations. Sometimes it's not such a bad thing to not find the person you think is the one so early.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 01, 2012, 05:21:39 PM
Exactly. My ideal wife/long-term girlfriend would have to be liberal. And tomboyish - not the sort who hates gaming or gets "headaches" every time I want to go camping.  :icon_lol:

Ya, my wife hates my "warhammer crap", and I am not allowed to spend any money on it, so anything I get has to come from trades and such...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 01, 2012, 07:07:25 PM
When this over, at a minimum, get a Amazon S3 account, buy a few gigs and upload the important stuff just in case.

OR get Mozy/Carbonite.  I have mozy and I love it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 01, 2012, 07:30:57 PM
I'll put in a plug for Crashplan. Unlimited backup online and to external hard drives, and it's pretty cheap.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 01, 2012, 08:02:43 PM

why am I a magnet for religious/prudish girls?  :icon_mad:

Exactly. My ideal wife/long-term girlfriend would have to be liberal. And tomboyish - not the sort who hates gaming or gets "headaches" every time I want to go camping.  :icon_lol:

Are they religious and prudish because they are not married - some women believe in no sex before marriage, and are consequently prudish.
However what you need to know is what their attitude to sex would be with their husband.

Some women will do anything for the man they are married to - in fact they see it as their duty to please their husband.

Several of the 'prudish' women I knew in my youth wore exceedingly drab boring everyday clothes, with the raciest lingerie underneath .............

There was a website for Christian Nymphomaniacs or something like that - reading some of the stuff on there a few years ago made my toes curl, along with other things ..................... 

And as for wives/women complaining about gaming, would they rather you went drinking or gambling or clubbing ................
http://warhammer-empire.com/library/the-danse-macabre/fantasy-and-family/

It's old but still relevant .......... bit like me really ................



 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 01, 2012, 08:27:38 PM
I lol at the idea of my wife telling me how I spend my money. Married a Chinese girl - I wanted equality in the relationship, she wanted to put me in charge. A burden I'll have to live with  :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 01, 2012, 09:07:21 PM
A good friend of mine recently got married/pregnant. This isn't a bad thing, but it makes me feel like I'm in a time-crunch. That I need to find "the one" ASAP because I'm at an age(28) where people are marrying/permanently shacking up. What if the perfect girl for me is getting married to someone else as I type this?

Don't say that.  I'm 30 and headed for divorce.  Thoughts like "I'm too old be be hitting the dating scene again" have crossed my mind, but they're pretty baseless, really.  30 is still young, I've decided, and you're younger than me!  But we're also the age where we're a little wiser, and we're better able to know what exactly we're looking for in a romantic partner. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 01, 2012, 09:27:04 PM
From the book, "Real Men don't Eat Quiche"

What do real men look for in a spouse?

Large breasts and a trust fund.

What they don't look for?

A girl just like mom.

Mom would never go to bed with a wetsuit, video camera and 50 feet of bungee cord.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 01, 2012, 10:48:12 PM
I have one problem with that book. Quiche is delicious, and anyone who says otherwise hasn't had good quiche or is wrong in the head. Fact.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 01, 2012, 11:15:53 PM
I have one problem with that book. Quiche is delicious, and anyone who says otherwise hasn't had good quiche or is wrong in the head. Fact.

That may very well be true (I wouldn't know, as I'm a Real Man), but the point is that being a Real Man sometimes requires self-denial in the interest of manliness.   8-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 02, 2012, 12:54:43 AM
There's something manly about doing non-manly things And not caring what people think. Yeah, I love mimosas and have a pet cat. Got a problem with that?  :icon_lol:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 02, 2012, 03:12:25 AM
There's something manly about doing non-manly things And not caring what people think. Yeah, I love mimosas and have a pet cat. Got a problem with that?  :icon_lol:

In the words of some great philosopher that I forget which one: "I disapprove of what you say, but will defend unto my death your right to say it."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 02, 2012, 05:28:40 AM
That saying is regularly (incorrectly) attributed to Voltaire.  :icon_mrgreen:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 02, 2012, 05:43:18 AM
28 is a prime age for getting into the dating game. There's heaps of desperate early-mid 30's women out there, whose standards were too high in their 20's and now they're running out of options. Who do you think all those whinging advice columns asking "where have all the good men gone?" are aimed at? Some of them are nice people who were just a bit unrealistic and now reality is catching up. My own workplace is packed with them. Some of them are pretty nice to look at too.

Have fun!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 02, 2012, 06:41:25 AM
28 is a prime age for getting into the dating game. There's heaps of desperate early-mid 30's women out there, whose standards were too high in their 20's and now they're running out of options. Who do you think all those whinging advice columns asking "where have all the good men gone?" are aimed at? Some of them are nice people who were just a bit unrealistic and now reality is catching up. My own workplace is packed with them. Some of them are pretty nice to look at too.

Have fun!

I'm going to print out this post and frame it and hang it up on my wall.  Thanks!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 02, 2012, 09:47:22 AM
Sig makes a good point - there are a lot of people for whom the first time around didn't work out.

As an old sage viewing the current goings-on ........  :engel:  ..... I feel these days for so many young women it is all about the Wedding Day - they get caught up in some fantasy world of a magic day spending thousands and then reality kicks in some weeks later.

Second time around you are aware of the mistakes and look more carefully.

You still may get it wrong, but you can still have fun and keep trying.

My wife married young, got divorced and then got really lucky and made a very wise decision .................  :closed-eyes:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on March 02, 2012, 10:16:58 AM
In the words of some great philosopher that I forget which one: "I disapprove of what you say, but will defend unto my death your right to say it."
That saying is regularly (incorrectly) attributed to Voltaire.  :icon_mrgreen:

I may disagree with what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to mis-attribute this quote to Voltaire.
-- Avram Grumer, rec.arts.sf.written, May 2000

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 02, 2012, 10:18:43 AM
My wife married young, got divorced and then got really lucky and made a very wise decision .................  :closed-eyes:

She got rich enough to trek around the world and see all the stuff she wanted to and got to have alot of men all over the world and got so many experiences from that. And after that she settled down with an older man that has an obsession with toy soldiers and won't fuzz to much with her to give her her much needed rest?


 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 02, 2012, 10:26:27 AM
My wife married young, got divorced and then got really lucky and made a very wise decision .................  :closed-eyes:

She got rich enough to trek around the world and see all the stuff she wanted to and got to have alot of men all over the world and got so many experiences from that. And after that she settled down with an older man that has an obsession with toy soldiers and won't fuzz to much with her to give her her much needed rest?


 :engel:


 :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin: :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 02, 2012, 12:52:18 PM
Man, this is why I love the W-E community!  So much good advice and a great community feel. 

I had never seen that Fantasy and Family article before!  Thanks Midaski!  Have one on my tab!  :::cheers:::   :happy:

Also, a Christian Nympho site?  Where do I sign up!?...  :biggriin:

BTW, Hard Drive restored/fixed - just needed a new case.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 02, 2012, 01:37:39 PM
Man, this is why I love the W-E community!  So much good advice and a great community feel. 

I had never seen that Fantasy and Family article before!  Thanks Midaski!  Have one on my tab!  :::cheers:::   :happy:

Also, a Christian Nympho site?  Where do I sign up!?...  :biggriin:

BTW, Hard Drive restored/fixed - just needed a new case.

This post seems much too happy to be in this thread ..................

as to the Nymphos - you'll have to google it yourself.   :engel:







Hey I typed 'goggle' first time round - freudian slip or what ...............
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 02, 2012, 02:22:43 PM
I have one problem with that book. Quiche is delicious, and anyone who says otherwise hasn't had good quiche or is wrong in the head. Fact.

Yes dear.   :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on March 02, 2012, 11:40:01 PM
Super cells going by my house right now. Crazy tornadoes killing people. 80mph winds outside sounds like someone activated my Storm Banner dangit :icon_sad:

Golfball sized hail:
(http://i52.tinypic.com/28ix72w.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 03, 2012, 11:50:34 PM
dirtbike accident..... hurts to type.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 09, 2012, 07:04:52 AM
A friend of mine died unexpectedly today. He posted pictures of his adorable daughter around noon, and was dead hours later. I feel bad for his family. He was a great guy.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on March 09, 2012, 07:32:53 AM
Life just keeps kicking you or what Cannon? I hope life turns for the better for you, and soon!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 09, 2012, 09:34:15 AM
Life just keeps kicking you or what Cannon? I hope life turns for the better for you, and soon!

Well, life isn't fair, but it's not fair for everybody, so that makes it fair. I'm just very sad for his family. Stupid car accident in one second and BAM, little girl grows up without her daddy. That's lame.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 09, 2012, 02:36:26 PM
We lost my grandpa unexpectedly as well, he was plowing his driveway, and someone was driving to fast and hit him breaking his tractor in two.  So, I got a glimpse of what they may be going through.

No amount of settlement or life insurance can help in a situation like that. 

Our thoughts are with you CoD.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 09, 2012, 03:44:36 PM
Parent of young children dying really is one of the saddest things...

Strength, CoD.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 09, 2012, 06:01:28 PM
A friend of mine died unexpectedly today. He posted pictures of his adorable daughter around noon, and was dead hours later. I feel bad for his family. He was a great guy.  :unsure:

Sheesh, you get the full package as of late. :icon_frown:

I'm very sorry for you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 10, 2012, 12:03:04 AM
Sorry, Cannon.  Life's been pretty unkind to you lately.  Hang in there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 16, 2012, 08:24:52 PM
I am sorry for you too cannon, what I wanted to post here is just flyshit compared I hope the sun shines for you soonish.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 17, 2012, 12:10:37 AM
Friendzoned.

But I'm back in the saddle, at least.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 17, 2012, 01:21:02 AM
Friendzoned.

But I'm back in the saddle, at least.

Darn.  But at least you're being optimistic about it. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 17, 2012, 01:37:53 AM
I've been in the freindzone for 3 years now.....
Just don't give up and she will realize she is stuck with you hahaha
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on March 17, 2012, 03:47:27 AM
I've been in the freindzone for 3 years now.....
Just don't give up and she will realize she is stuck with you hahaha

Jeremy: Faint heart never won fair maid.
Mark: Right. The epigram that starts the stalker's manifesto.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 17, 2012, 05:56:11 AM
I've been in the freindzone for 3 years now.....
Just don't give up and she will realize she is stuck with you hahaha

Jeremy: Faint heart never won fair maid.
Mark: Right. The epigram that starts the stalker's manifesto.
:engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 17, 2012, 06:45:35 AM
It's easier for both parties if you make a move early on. I don't have any regrets.

As an aside, I'm fine with having female friends, but I don't put up with any of the behavior that's usually associated with the friendzone. EG, if she starts complaining about her boyfriend I'll throw her off balance by sticking up for him.  :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 17, 2012, 06:48:23 AM
Friendzone just means one of you is a bitch, and the other is acting like one.

Female friends are just friends, that's all. Like male friends without chest bumping, because it's squishy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Justnorth on March 17, 2012, 09:17:46 AM
I don't do women friends.
It never goes well in the end.
They either want to shag you and get all twisted if you give them the brush off or you want to shag them they are not interested, or it gets worse and you find one of her friends desirable and shag the friend and then it all gets messy and ego's are bruised and someone is crying.

Some of my mates have interesting wives/partners that are fun to chat with but I couldn't imagine hanging out with them outside a group dinner or similar.
No no, too many problems can arise with friends of the opposite sex, I'll stick to blokes for mates. We are far more forgiving of our little idiosyncracies, like a miniatures hobby for instance, and we don't judge or scrutinise each others apparel or physionomy anywhere near as much.
Keep it simple, keep it safe.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 17, 2012, 11:19:56 AM
Protip: If you can't handle women as friends, a good compromise is lesbians. They won't want to shag you. They care less about your hobbies because they don't judge you as "husband material". Lesbian friends rule.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 17, 2012, 02:03:30 PM
I don't do women friends.
It never goes well in the end.
They either want to shag you and get all twisted if you give them the brush off or you want to shag them they are not interested, or it gets worse and you find one of her friends desirable and shag the friend and then it all gets messy and ego's are bruised and someone is crying.

Harry Met Sally...

Quote
Harry Burns: You realize of course that we could never be friends.
Sally Albright: Why not?
Harry Burns: What I'm saying is - and this is not a come-on in any way, shape or form - is that men and women can't be friends because the sex part always gets in the way.
Sally Albright: That's not true. I have a number of men friends and there is no sex involved.
Harry Burns: No you don't.
Sally Albright: Yes I do.
Harry Burns: No you don't.
Sally Albright: Yes I do.
Harry Burns: You only think you do.
Sally Albright: You say I'm having sex with these men without my knowledge?
Harry Burns: No, what I'm saying is they all WANT to have sex with you.
Sally Albright: They do not.
Harry Burns: Do too.
Sally Albright: They do not.
Harry Burns: Do too.
Sally Albright: How do you know?
Harry Burns: Because no man can be friends with a woman that he finds attractive. He always wants to have sex with her.
Sally Albright: So, you're saying that a man can be friends with a woman he finds unattractive?
Harry Burns: No. You pretty much want to nail 'em too.
Sally Albright: What if THEY don't want to have sex with YOU?
Harry Burns: Doesn't matter because the sex thing is already out there so the friendship is ultimately doomed and that is the end of the story.
Sally Albright: Well, I guess we're not going to be friends then.
Harry Burns: I guess not.
Sally Albright: That's too bad. You were the only person I knew in New York.

Oh and to Sig's point... it's just ^^^^^ x2.  But then you get...

Quote
George knocking on Kramer's door yelling Kramer...
Jerry opens his door.
JERRY: Hey
George enters
GEORGE: What happened to Babs. She never showed up last night.  The whole thing blew up in my face.
JERRY: Ah, that's a shame.
GEORGE: Hey, what happened with Sandy. I forgot all about it.  Did you call her?
JERRY: Yeah, I did. In fact I went over there.
GEORGE: So what happened? She throw you out? Eh?
JERRY: No actually, she took it pretty well.
GEORGE: So what happened?
JERRY: She's into it.
GEORGE: Into what?
JERRY: The manage. And not only that. She just called me and said she talked to the roommate and the roomate's into the manage too.
GEORGE: That's unbelievable.
JERRY: Oh, it's a scene man.
GEORGE: Do you ever just get down on your knees and thank god that you know me and have access to my dementia?
JERRY: What are you talking about? I'm not goin' to do it.
GEORGE: You're not goin to do it? What do you mean, You're not goin to do it?
JERRY: I can't. I'm not an orgy guy.
GEORGE: Are you crazy? This is like discovering Plutonium ... by accident.
JERRY: Don't you know what it means to become an orgy guy? It changes everything. I'd have to dress different. I'd have to act different. I'd have to grow a mustache and get all kinds of robes and lotions and I'd need a new bedspread and new curtains I'd have to get thick carpeting and weirdo lighting.
I'd have to get new friends. I'd have to get orgy friends.
... Naw, I'm not ready for it.
GEORGE: If only something like that could happen to me.
JERRY: Oh, shut up you couldn't do it either.
GEORGE: I know.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 17, 2012, 07:05:13 PM
I like having some female friends around. They're great for fashion/decorating tips and meeting other girls. You want to avoid the evil sort of fembros... the kind who cockblock you because they don't want to lose their honorary girl. And worse, the kind who flirts just enough to keep you interested.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 17, 2012, 08:01:15 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/17417973

This has really upset me. 23 years old, with a kid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 17, 2012, 08:03:43 PM
i don't like having women freinds. They just get mad at me when I invite them over and then tell them to get back into the kitchen and make me a sandwich. I mean I can't see why they get mad that is their job isn't it!?  :engel:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/17417973

This has really upset me. 23 years old, with a kid.
Poor guy...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on March 17, 2012, 08:10:08 PM
i don't like having women freinds. They just get mad at me when I invite them over and then tell them to get back into the kitchen and make me a sandwich. I mean I can't see why they get mad that is their job isn't it!?  :engel:

No doubt because you did not want to have sex first.... :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 17, 2012, 08:12:37 PM
i don't like having women freinds. They just get mad at me when I invite them over and then tell them to get back into the kitchen and make me a sandwich. I mean I can't see why they get mad that is their job isn't it!?  :engel:

No doubt because you did not want to have sex first.... :dry:
Just because I didn't say I wanted doesn't mean I didn't want to hehehe
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on March 17, 2012, 08:14:12 PM
Just because I didn't say I wanted doesn't mean I didn't want to hehehe

You know that women want to discuss everything first, don't you? :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 17, 2012, 08:19:48 PM

You know that women want to discuss everything first, don't you? :icon_wink:
of course........ it's just nodding and smiling while they go on and on and on is just too much work  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on March 17, 2012, 08:24:21 PM
No pain, no gain.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 18, 2012, 01:20:20 PM
I hate the bastards that write viruses and trojans.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on March 19, 2012, 08:48:32 AM
I hate the bastards that write viruses and trojans.

They keep me in business though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on March 19, 2012, 08:58:15 AM
As subcontractor?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on March 21, 2012, 10:03:16 AM
As subcontractor?  :engel:

I hate writing code  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Justnorth on March 23, 2012, 02:28:47 PM
George Osborne, head of the treasury for the Conservative led govt has just given us a budget for the rich in a time of recession.
Taxes have been cut for the filthy rich and taxes have increased upon our elderly pensioners.
When David Cameron was talking about the 'Big Society' where everyone has to tighten their belts, and how we all have to 'share' in the austerity measures, clearly he wasn't including the very rich members of our society.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mechanical Monkey on March 23, 2012, 07:21:40 PM
I think it's because the UK gov is afraid of people not investing because of the high tax rate for the super rich. By lowering it, it might help increase investment. I don't think this is simply a "We like rich people ," thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on March 27, 2012, 11:07:26 PM
Nobody respects art students. Even the bloody government us working against us... fudgecicles.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 27, 2012, 11:10:05 PM
That's why I dropped arts and got a real job. Worked out great!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 27, 2012, 11:27:36 PM
Nobody respects art students. Even the bloody government us working against us... fudgecicles.

You're an art student?

Explains a lot.












 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on March 27, 2012, 11:38:09 PM
That's why I dropped arts and got a real job. Worked out great!

Thanks for the tip! Maybe I should cut my hair too?

And you're always so supportive, mr. D.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on March 27, 2012, 11:47:17 PM
I'm all about the nurturing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 28, 2012, 12:02:48 AM
I didn't bother cutting my hair. You can skip that part.


Seriously though arts was so mismanaged at my university I just found it a waste of my time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on March 28, 2012, 12:11:49 AM
Hah and I'm not even in university yet! My school's art program used to be one of the best in the province, but since the right cut down on all art education (that includes theater and music) the quality of our schooling has been graduelly getting worse. It just really pisses me off!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on March 28, 2012, 12:21:53 AM
Oh arts in that sense. When I use it I really mean the humanities. That's what a Bachelor of Arts is here. I don't know about Sweden (it is Sweden right?) but here money is getting funnelled away from non practical education as education funding takes in an ever more corporate model.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on March 28, 2012, 12:44:57 AM
Ah, oh... what? Arts=humanities? Sorry if I sound dumb, but what the fudge?

And, yes Sweden it is. Here they're taking money from the arts (or what would you call it?) because they think it's not serious enough or something like that. Also, there's apparently plans to privatize the university in my hometown... when I thought they couldn't muck up our schooling any more.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 28, 2012, 12:46:37 AM
It's a BA (Bachelor of Arts) over here as well. Not sure quite why that is. If you major is music/theater/etc. it's a BFA (B of Fine Arts), though not all schools offer those.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on March 28, 2012, 12:51:09 AM
The thing is I'm not in uni, I'm in last year of high school, but in a program more focused on "the fine arts" and more specifically the whole drawing/painting/sculpturing aspect. Sorry if I confused you, I'm quite confused myself. It's pretty hard since I have almost no idea how things work in other countries (I barely know how it works here!).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mechanical Monkey on March 29, 2012, 01:11:49 PM
How can you teach art when anything can be art ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on March 29, 2012, 03:14:26 PM
Be a Business student with accounting and marketing empahsis.

Get an art minor.

Profit.

Give no contributions to your Art School because it's full of tools.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on March 29, 2012, 03:22:21 PM
You forgot to mention step 2...

"Get the khakis"

Baseketball reference...decent movie!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 29, 2012, 03:31:41 PM
Accounting is a great field to get into right now. I wouldn't major in business unless I was at a prestigious school though. Tons of people have a BA in Business right now and diploma mills are springing up like weeds.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 30, 2012, 11:40:38 AM
How can you teach art when anything can be art ?
Dadaist.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on March 30, 2012, 04:20:08 PM
I got no fewer than four job rejection emails within about 5 minutes today.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 30, 2012, 08:36:10 PM
That blows, but at least you know where you stand at that moment. Nothing worse than endlessly waiting for a reaction.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 31, 2012, 01:34:30 AM
Friday night is a depressing time to be stuck at work in dispatch.  I gotta stop checking Facebook every five minutes to see how much fun the rest of the world is having.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on March 31, 2012, 11:13:31 PM
I am getting old, my hair is turning white.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadoweyed on April 01, 2012, 02:42:53 AM
I'm fed up with my job. All full time staff has just been cut down to a max of 36 hours a week and, I still have to look it up but, in order to receive insurance through the company you have to be working 37.5 hours a week. We don't have the staff left (after laying people off) to get vacations, and I'm still "part time" even though I've been working 40 hours consistently for months now.

The only thing making it worse is that I have heard back from 3 companies I've applied to in the last 9 months, and have gotten no where on getting a new job, or starting my career. My computer science degree is rotting while I'm stuck in a retirement home kitchen.

-Shadoweyed
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 01, 2012, 04:22:35 PM
Cartoon network is running Toonami as an April Fool's joke, the bastards.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 01, 2012, 07:20:13 PM
Cartoon network is running Toonami as an April Fool's joke, the bastards.

 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on April 02, 2012, 02:21:38 PM
I'm fed up with my job. All full time staff has just been cut down to a max of 36 hours a week and, I still have to look it up but, in order to receive insurance through the company you have to be working 37.5 hours a week. We don't have the staff left (after laying people off) to get vacations, and I'm still "part time" even though I've been working 40 hours consistently for months now.

The only thing making it worse is that I have heard back from 3 companies I've applied to in the last 9 months, and have gotten no where on getting a new job, or starting my career. My computer science degree is rotting while I'm stuck in a retirement home kitchen.

-Shadoweyed

You can always see if my company has something to suit your needs, I have been here a little over a year, and love it!  Right now, we are getting more overtime than I can handle, and need to hire additional people.

https://bartechgroup.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?version=1&company_id=15842 (https://bartechgroup.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?version=1&company_id=15842)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 02, 2012, 05:51:59 PM
http://www.postcrescent.com/article/20120402/APC0101/120402014

Anti-abortion psychos tried to blow up a Planned Parenthood in a suburb of my city.  :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 02, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
Bust em and throw them in jail.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on April 02, 2012, 07:44:22 PM
http://www.postcrescent.com/article/20120402/APC0101/120402014

Anti-abortion psychos tried to blow up a Planned Parenthood in a suburb of my city.  :icon_frown:

I'm sorry, but a small part of me had to laugh a little, and though I do not wish to make light of a horrible act of terrorism like that, I can't help but think...

"Right to Life" my ass!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 02, 2012, 09:59:05 PM
I'm fed up with my job. All full time staff has just been cut down to a max of 36 hours a week and, I still have to look it up but, in order to receive insurance through the company you have to be working 37.5 hours a week. We don't have the staff left (after laying people off) to get vacations, and I'm still "part time" even though I've been working 40 hours consistently for months now.

The only thing making it worse is that I have heard back from 3 companies I've applied to in the last 9 months, and have gotten no where on getting a new job, or starting my career. My computer science degree is rotting while I'm stuck in a retirement home kitchen.

-Shadoweyed

You can always see if my company has something to suit your needs, I have been here a little over a year, and love it!  Right now, we are getting more overtime than I can handle, and need to hire additional people.

https://bartechgroup.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?version=1&company_id=15842 (https://bartechgroup.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?version=1&company_id=15842)
Wait, you sell drugs?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 03, 2012, 07:53:57 AM
Wait, you sell drugs?

And why not? Lotta money.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on April 03, 2012, 12:39:09 PM
True, it is a lot of money, but no, my company is a workforce management company.  I am an auditor directly under the CEO.  And I wouldn't have overtime if what drugs...I would however have a sweet ride, and a bigger house.   :biggriin:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: WallyTWest on April 09, 2012, 03:35:13 PM
Very Very Good Friend KIA last month, only just learned.
/VENT

I will miss her.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on April 09, 2012, 07:17:23 PM
My condolences on your loss Wally. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 09, 2012, 08:23:42 PM
Very Very Good Friend KIA last month, only just learned.
/VENT

I will miss her.
That sucks man. My condolences. Was she in the military?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on April 10, 2012, 12:03:11 AM
Very Very Good Friend KIA last month, only just learned.
/VENT

I will miss her.

That sucks, man.  Vibes.

My wife's moving out as we speak.  It's partly sad and partly "good riddance."  But mostly, it's sad.   :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on April 10, 2012, 12:49:17 AM
Sorry to hear that, Wally.  And sorry to hear that, towishimp.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on April 14, 2012, 05:06:11 AM
http://articles.latimes.com/2012/apr/12/entertainment/la-et-0412-axl-20120412 (http://articles.latimes.com/2012/apr/12/entertainment/la-et-0412-axl-20120412)

What a self-important, whiny, sad, washed-up diva. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is mostly bullshit, we get it, but a public letter? Really?

@Axl, get serious. I liked GNR a lot back in the day, but Chinese Democracy was an abortion, both Slash and Duff are more popular than you (mostly because you insist on being a D bag) and the Rock Hall of Fame is going to induct you anyway because it isn't up to you. Get over yourself.

Here's a draft of what the R&R Hall of Fame's reply should be, in an open letter:

Quote
Dear Axl,

Go f__k yourself. No one has cared for like 20 years, and to be honest we couldn't even be bothered to read your whole letter. Welcome to the Hall of Fame, by the way. Ass.

Sincerely,
the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 14, 2012, 10:23:00 PM
The whole idea of a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is icky.  It's 100% opposite of what Rock and Roll is supposed to stand for.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on April 15, 2012, 04:55:23 AM
The whole idea of a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is icky.  It's 100% opposite of what Rock and Roll is supposed to stand for.

Certainly, and if that was Axl's official position he'd find a lot more people agreeing with him. He just hates the old band so much he wants to re-write the band's history. Weak.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 16, 2012, 07:38:52 PM
Just found out a friend of mine (24 yo) at my students' association died yesterday under suspicious circumstances. No other news yet. FUBAR.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on April 16, 2012, 08:12:25 PM
Sorry to hear that Obi.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 16, 2012, 09:45:31 PM
Dealing with game distributers. I try to be a responsible gamer and order stuff through the FLGS once in awhile and I always end up regretting it. It involves paging through a catalogue and marking what I want. The distributer rarely carries blisters they're often out of the boxed sets. So I wait a week to learn they're out of the product. :icon_evil:

It's 2012. Get this crap online and try to carry more than one of each product. Grr.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on April 18, 2012, 08:38:11 PM
Dick died.

http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/dick-clark-entertainment-icon-nicknamed-americas-oldest-teenager/story?id=16076252#.T49BHNl15tt
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 19, 2012, 05:45:16 AM
Dick died.


Sorry to hear that. But there's always Viagra... :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on April 19, 2012, 06:26:01 AM
Sorry to hear that. But there's always Viagra... :engel:

Pills can't bring back soul of Dick :icon_cry: 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 19, 2012, 06:40:37 AM
But still, with a name like Richard Wagstaff "Dick" Clark, his parents invited dubious comments, didn't they ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on April 19, 2012, 10:04:13 AM
Just found out my Great-Grandmother on my mum's side is in hospital, she's 99. Same day I get an email from my dad telling me my Grandma is also in hospital, she's 75.
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 19, 2012, 07:36:40 PM
My laptop died! For those of you keeping track that's the third time in a year and 3 months. Hopefully this time I can get a refund or at least a new laptop.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 19, 2012, 07:45:55 PM
Bad news in the casa Fandir.

 :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on April 19, 2012, 11:47:31 PM
My laptop died! For those of you keeping track that's the third time in a year and 3 months. Hopefully this time I can get a refund or at least a new laptop.

You should stop looking at pron sites like tube8 or redtube. I suggest buying a subscription to mofos. Safer site, nicer looking actresses and the story lines are generally better  :biggriin: :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 20, 2012, 12:52:23 AM
Looking at porn doesn't cause multiple hard drive root sector corruptions and pixel degradation in the screen.

I hope.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on April 20, 2012, 12:57:32 AM
Oh dont worry I know you are tech savy so was just joking
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on April 20, 2012, 07:14:55 AM
Bad news in the casa Fandir.

 :icon_cry:

What happened Fandir? :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 20, 2012, 08:09:45 AM
Looking at porn doesn't cause multiple hard drive root sector corruptions and pixel degradation in the screen.

I hope.
Nope, buying from inferior foreign companies does. I mean, everyone knows that All-American products are the only ones of decent quality.

I can't make it to the funeral, because I have to work.  :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on April 20, 2012, 12:10:16 PM
Looking at porn doesn't cause multiple hard drive root sector corruptions and pixel degradation in the screen.

I hope.
Nope, buying from inferior foreign companies does. I mean, everyone knows that All-American products are the only ones of decent quality.

I can't make it to the funeral, because I have to work.  :|
There are no one who can cover for you? That sucks man...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 20, 2012, 01:12:27 PM
Bad news in the casa Fandir.

 :icon_cry:

What happened Fandir? :icon_sad:

Won´t be able to make it to the Eurobash.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on April 20, 2012, 01:30:36 PM
Bad news in the casa Fandir.

 :icon_cry:

What happened Fandir? :icon_sad:

Somehow I don't think that's the unhappiest thought...

Won´t be able to make it to the Eurobash.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 20, 2012, 02:50:38 PM
Looking at porn doesn't cause multiple hard drive root sector corruptions and pixel degradation in the screen.

I hope.
Nope, buying from inferior foreign companies does. I mean, everyone knows that All-American products are the only ones of decent quality.

I can't make it to the funeral, because I have to work.  :|

HP is the original American computer company.

I'll stick to anything but (probably Lenovo) from now on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 20, 2012, 08:31:42 PM
Looking at porn doesn't cause multiple hard drive root sector corruptions and pixel degradation in the screen.

I hope.
Nope, buying from inferior foreign companies does. I mean, everyone knows that All-American products are the only ones of decent quality.

I can't make it to the funeral, because I have to work.  :|
There are no one who can cover for you? That sucks man...
nope, everybody is/was swamped.  :icon_frown:

I'm sorry Fandir.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on April 21, 2012, 01:42:03 AM
Levon helm died  :cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 21, 2012, 03:43:06 PM
Got invited to a 90's Party. It made me feel really old.

Firstly, because I realized that people think of "the 90's" the same way they think of the 70's, 80's, and so forth. Secondly, because there were people there of drinking age who had no meaningful recollection of the 90's - they showed up in 80's attire.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 21, 2012, 04:16:04 PM
Lenovo's are butt ugly but good solid computers without too much bloatware.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 21, 2012, 04:25:27 PM
I could care less about looks. I just want something that works.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on April 21, 2012, 08:01:52 PM
Lenovo's are butt ugly but good solid computers without too much bloatware.

I concur.  My latest laptop is a Lenova, and I'm liking it very much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Captain Tineal on April 23, 2012, 04:02:59 PM
So I just finished reading through this whole thread... took me a long time I might add.  I'd like to offer my sympathies to those who've lost. Some pretty unfortunate stories in here. CoD especially - I'll buy you a beer any time man, you've got my respect for being able to stand up as life blasts you with the worst its got and keep moving.

Shadowlord - I can't believe you've done 3 bone marrow tests. I've only done two, so I guess that makes you 1/3 more manly than me. I nearly pulled the headboard off the hospital bed the last time I had one done. Hope they took it from your hip, not your sternum like my doc said they sometimes do. If you ever end up in Ontario, I'd love to get together and swap war stories!  :::cheers:::

I gotta say, as tough as some of the things posted in here are, it reminds me why I love this site so much, and why I can consider a bunch of people I've never met friends. Good to see the support here, you guys are all great.

A note to the some of the guys who posted feeling guilty about posting what they'd consider small problems in comparison to the rest, I'll tell you as somebody who's been through the wringer a few times, your problems are your own and they're never unimportant. They don't always scale against the magnitude of the things others face, but they are still important. Not that we shouldn't all be greatful that we could be worse off!  :::cheers:::

Just to avoid leaving too much positive mojo in this thread, I'll throw my hat in here.
Friday is my last day at my job then I leave to go work the bakery with my wife.  I've worked here for 16 years - more than half my life. When I put my notice in there was no announcement in the office like was done for others who've invested less time, people found out by accident. We had a plant meeting last week, where they usually say a little farewell - no mention at all was made. No talk at all about the usual "Good-bye lunch."

I'm not one to feel entitled to things, but I do feel put out that I am the only case of this... bigger fuss has been made over interns who've worked a couple of months. I'm trying not to, but I can't help but take this a little bit personally. I'm finding myself wishing I hadn't given them the benefit of nearly 2 months notice, and agreeing to taking on some contract work which I will struggle to find time for just so I didn't leave them in the lurch.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on April 23, 2012, 04:08:47 PM
Hey Cap don't write it off - they may just be planning a big send off as a surprise.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Captain Tineal on April 23, 2012, 05:15:07 PM
I'm not counting on it. My boss has taken a few digs at my business. The other day he was giving me my goal sharing check and commented on how it was my last one and I said "No worries, the good folks of Coldwater have been generous tippers" and he said something to the effect that the novelty will rub off. Not the first dig he's taken at my business either. Heck, he came in for the first time only a couple of days ago - we've been open for 5 months.

Ah well, I will probably make more money doing the contract work for them than what they were paying for my salary, so I can't complain too much I guess.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on April 23, 2012, 09:07:32 PM
I wish people could bother to take a tiny look into what people do before they heir them for a job. Like knowing that there is a difference between a lamp and a projector... 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on April 24, 2012, 12:01:45 AM
Woah woah woah. Slow down with the techno babble, poindexter.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on April 24, 2012, 02:12:52 AM
Or is that the lamp in the projector?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on April 24, 2012, 08:14:24 AM
He may mean that people call a lamp a bulb - annoys the projector people in this country.

"Bulbs are flowers, McGee"   - "Yes Boss"

 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 24, 2012, 09:57:42 AM
He may mean that people call a lamp a bulb - annoys the projector people in this country.

"Bulbs are flowers, McGee"   - "Yes Boss"

 :engel:

Sir! You have seen to many episodes of NCIS...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on April 24, 2012, 11:28:44 AM
So my external HDD with about 600GB of media on it has decided that no computer is going to be allowed to read it anymore. Joy. And I'd just been thinking this week that if it ever went I'd lose a fair bit and maybe I should take everything off and stick it on a media server instead...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: IsambardBrunel on April 24, 2012, 08:23:47 PM
Hello from the intensive care unit at St. Joseph's Hospital in Chicago! Remember that heart condition I wrote about earlier in this post? Well, it came back, and enough fluid built up around my heart to warrant its removal via a massive needle. Currently, I'm abed with a tube in my heart, through a small incision in my chest, and I have to let it drain for 24 hours. Nothing life-threatening, but certainly a random unhappy thought!  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 25, 2012, 02:22:08 AM
Man that sucks.

Happy thoughts!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 25, 2012, 07:15:12 AM
Hello from the intensive care unit at St. Joseph's Hospital in Chicago! Remember that heart condition I wrote about earlier in this post? Well, it came back, and enough fluid built up around my heart to warrant its removal via a massive needle. Currently, I'm abed with a tube in my heart, through a small incision in my chest, and I have to let it drain for 24 hours. Nothing life-threatening, but certainly a random unhappy thought!  :happy:

They removed your heart!!!  :ph34r:
You heartless bastard!

Sorry, couldn't restrain myself! Good to hear that you are so good under it! Hope all will be well soon!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on April 25, 2012, 07:27:31 AM
Haha, that's what I read as well the first time! Until I got to the bit with the needle.

Modern medicine is great. In ye olden times you would probably just have ended up dead, hope you recover quickly!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: IsambardBrunel on April 25, 2012, 12:07:44 PM
Haha, yeah, that was worded poorly.

There was an eccentric gentleman in here earlier with crazy hair and brightly colored clothing, measuring my chest and muttering something about clockwork. . .
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Captain Tineal on April 25, 2012, 12:21:05 PM
Good to hear you're doing good IsamB. It's never fun having something stuck in your chest. When I was in the stem cell ward, I had a cathiter in my chest hooked up to an IV 24/7 and sometimes I would catch it on my bed rail. One morning I went to roll out of bed and sit up, put my hand down on it and sat up  :icon_eek: The only time I've ever thought I would pass out from pain. So watch out for that my friend!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 25, 2012, 01:34:29 PM
Haha, that's what I read as well the first time! Until I got to the bit with the needle.

Modern medicine is great. In ye olden times you would probably just have ended up dead, hope you recover quickly!
Currently taking a course called 'Diagnostics of the future'. The progress of the last 40 years is amazing.

Remember when the human genome was mapped in 2000? That cost 2.7 billion dollars and it took them years. Right now, anyone can have their genome mapped. In a couple of hours (3 IIRC), for $1000.

Absolutely amazing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: IsambardBrunel on April 25, 2012, 01:45:28 PM
If anyone watches Downton Abbey, what I have is more or less what that farmhand in season 1 did, and the procedure was largely the same. Well, except for the end bit, of course (no spoilers!).

Found a good picture of what is up: http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/pericarditis

They've drained a little over 2 soda cans worth of fluid at this point, and I just found out I have to keep the tube in for one more day. The best part is that my last week of college is next week! Finals are going to be interesting . . .

Thanks for the good thoughts!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on April 26, 2012, 05:43:28 AM
So two things:

1: Change of Command inventory found I am one 500GB external hard drive short. It was stolen out of my locker a few months ago, along with $1200 worth of my own personal camera lenses I was using to do my goddamn job. And this is a hard drive I have never used, and it was old even four years ago when I signed for it. So I get the Statement of Charges for it and they say that even with a 10% depreciation, they are going to charge me $2mothereffing50 for it. So I said "Really, so the government is going to bill me $250 for a $50 external hard drive?" Their answer was "Yes." As far as my missing lenses? = "my problem." Score one for the government. By the way, when they fuck up my pay, it takes months, months, to sort it out. When I asked how long it would take for them to collect? My next paycheck. Score two for the government.

2. So my pillow has a 60s-era pillowcase on it. No joke, my parents covered down on it from their parents when they married in 1970 so it at least pre-dates their marriage. It's getting old (no shit) and worn. But it's not bad, not by a long shot. Anyswitch, I'm starting to catch a lot of shit for it. I get it, it doesn't match the scheme, it looks old, the flower pattern pre-dates disco, whatever. It's my pillow. I don't bother anyone with it. No one ever goes into my bedroom, what's the issue? Why can't I have a pillowcase of my choosing? I'm keeping it, I'll staple it to the bed frame.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 26, 2012, 05:47:56 AM
So two things:

1: Change of Command inventory found I am one 500GB external hard drive short. It was stolen out of my locker a few months ago, along with $1200 worth of my own personal camera lenses I was using to do my goddamn job. And this is a hard drive I have never used, and it was old even four years ago when I signed for it. So I get the Statement of Charges for it and they say that even with a 10% depreciation, they are going to charge me $2mothereffing50 for it. So I said "Really, so the government is going to bill me $250 for a $50 external hard drive?" Their answer was "Yes." As far as my missing lenses? = "my problem." Score one for the government. By the way, when they fuck up my pay, it takes months, months, to sort it out. When I asked how long it would take for them to collect? My next paycheck. Score two for the government.

2. So my pillow has a 60s-era pillowcase on it. No joke, my parents covered down on it from their parents when they married in 1970 so it at least pre-dates their marriage. It's getting old (no shit) and worn. But it's not bad, not by a long shot. Anyswitch, I'm starting to catch a lot of shit for it. I get it, it doesn't match the scheme, it looks old, the flower pattern pre-dates disco, whatever. It's my pillow. I don't bother anyone with it. No one ever goes into my bedroom, what's the issue? Why can't I have a pillowcase of my choosing? I'm keeping it, I'll staple it to the bed frame.

1) That sucks.

2) Good for you. You spend a third of your life on that pillow, don't let others tell you how to use it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 26, 2012, 06:07:37 AM
1) Can't you buy a replacement instead ?


2) Word !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 26, 2012, 06:18:32 AM
Can you even buy a non SSD hard drive for $250?

If so it's probably like 3 tb.

Edit: Yep, they're all kinds of ridonkulous water-fire-lightning-gun shot-explosion-nuke-hack proof and gigantic.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007601%204018&IsNodeId=1&name=%24200%20-%20%24300
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on April 26, 2012, 06:23:28 AM
1) Can't you buy a replacement instead ?


2) Word !

What's funny is that there are other shortages that are worth far more, but as they are part of a 'kit' they were able to be written off. Anything that has a serial number attached to it can't be swapped out, hence the bill. Yes, in theory I could have purchased a hard drive to replace it, but as the serial number wouldn't have matched it would have done no good. Trust me, this came up a few times during the inventory. Score three for the government.

Can you even buy a non SSD hard drive for $250?

If so it's probably like 3 tb.

No, it's 500GB. That's the rub. Both of my 4TB hard drives are in place. My super-ancient (2008?) 500GB piece of shit is worth (to the Army) $250. Not joking.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 26, 2012, 06:29:23 AM
$250's utterly stupid. That sucks. It's not like you're lacking for space with 8 TB either (seriously, who lacks for space at all any more? I haven't even come close to filling up a hard drive in... 5 years. 6. And that was on a 160 GB on a then three year old laptop. I now have about 1.5 TB without even trying).

Bureaucracies are stupid. Sky is blue. Sun is highest at noon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on April 26, 2012, 08:04:32 AM
Yes, well, my new commander has the impression that I'm a fuckup for not managing my property. This besides around $6000 worth of gear not on the books that I reported missing (despite the risk of being charged for it) because I'm *gasp* an honest person. And they are going to nickle-and-dime me a goddamn worthless hard drive? Sorry the rant, this is merely the icing on the cake of grievances I have regarding the Army. My enlistment is up in December, I think I'm going civilian.

@ 2: My pillowcase is the bomb. It's not going anywhere.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on April 26, 2012, 02:58:46 PM
Well they have to pay for Area 51 somehow....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 26, 2012, 03:02:43 PM
Well they have to pay for Area 51 somehow....

I think we all learned this when we watched the classic film "Independance Day".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: IsambardBrunel on April 27, 2012, 04:13:45 AM
Well, I'm leaving the hospital tomorrow. All told, they took about 20 vials of blood for testing to see what caused the inflammation. I'll get the results from it all in 2 weeks, when I get to come back for an echocardiogram to see if my heart is fine.

The cardiologist, before removing the tube: "Alright, this is going to be just like starting a lawnmower."

I felt a tube slide between my heart and the inside of my rib cage and sternum. While not painful, that is now a sensation that I know, and can never un-know.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on April 27, 2012, 12:05:29 PM
Computer died the sixth time in two years the same day as two of my most important essays are supposed to be turned in (hint: I hadn't turned tem in yet) and then I'm, told I apparently study half-time because of unregistered absence and therefore am not entitled to study loans. So both my grades and my economy are going down the drains at warp ten.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Captain Tineal on April 27, 2012, 12:22:53 PM
I felt a tube slide between my heart and the inside of my rib cage and sternum. While not painful, that is now a sensation that I know, and can never un-know.

Dude, I know how that is. Same thing when they removed my cathiter. *shudder* I suppose it would be just like starting a lawnmower if you were on the other end of the proceedure - hadn't thought of it that way before, even though I did mime the motions with the thing as a gag a few times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 27, 2012, 01:17:01 PM
Computer died the sixth time in two years the same day as two of my most important essays are supposed to be turned in (hint: I hadn't turned tem in yet) and then I'm, told I apparently study half-time because of unregistered absence and therefore am not entitled to study loans. So both my grades and my economy are going down the drains at warp ten.
Man, that sucks. Also, would calling you result in being picked up by a spaceship?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on April 27, 2012, 01:44:40 PM
Maybe. but it's highly improbable.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on April 27, 2012, 02:00:51 PM
Maybe. but it's highly improbable.
One might say infinitely impropable.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on April 27, 2012, 02:03:50 PM
And now I remembered that my H2G2 omnibus is at a friend's house so I can't reread it now. Well, better do some of that homework then...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 27, 2012, 02:05:03 PM
Maybe. but it's highly improbable.
One might say infinitely impropable.
Are you hoping his ship uses an Improbability Drive?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on April 27, 2012, 02:43:46 PM
That is highly improbable.

But take a towel just in case.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on April 27, 2012, 02:57:23 PM
Improbablity drive?  Are those still in use?  And here I thought everyone used the Trans-dimensional Aether inductor, that is if your Datascobe preliphery gateway is still supported... you know how the ITA (Interstellar Travel Association) is these days...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on April 30, 2012, 09:52:24 AM
played in the Hong Kong GT last weekend. Game 4 I was well placed and a crushing victory would have catapulted me to the top 2 tables.

I got first turn, first spell Firebelly miscasts and rolls a 3 on the table and then dies. first shot of the game my first ironblaster misfired, then my 2nd ironblaster misfired rolling a 1 so that it blew up, 6" range causing 9 str5 hits on my mournfangs, killed a fang, my elite unit failed it's panic test ran towards the flank and enemy army (running 16") skinks charged and the mournfangs ran off the table.

end of turn 1 and I had done 900pts losses to myself  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on April 30, 2012, 04:31:55 PM
Ouch.  But games like those are what everyone remembers, and make for good conversation over a beer...  :::cheers:::

My car has no acceleration, and I changed the battery, still nothing.  Not to mention, while changing the battery, my key snapped in half (don't ask) and I didn't have a spare.  So I spent my gas money that was supposed to last me the next couple weeks on a new key.  But now the car isn't running right, and we don't have money to get it fixed, until payday next Friday.  So, the new problem is how am I going to get to work and back...if it wasn't 60 miles round trip, I would bike...

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on April 30, 2012, 07:15:08 PM
eugh sorry for the quick post but just found out that my old neighbour committed suicide over the weekend. 56 year old lady (her family and mine used to be real close). Apparently the last 5 years had been horrible too her, became an alcoholic (like her husband) went to rehab, got out and to celebrate she and the family went to Las Vegas and she was on the vodka neat immediately. Got divorced and hadn't seen her kids in over a year was living alone and not socializing a lot ended up jumping out the window.

It's pretty screwed up cause my family and hers were neighbours for about 6 years and her eldest son Matt was in the same year at school as my brother (2 years below me). So I saw'em pretty much every day, Hell Friday every week was a BBQ at theirs or ours. And this coming on the news my Great-Grandmother is on her last legs which I mentioned above. And my grandma has been in and out of hospital. This has the possibility of being the year of death within the Seib household.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on April 30, 2012, 11:36:46 PM
Vibes, Nicholas.  Suicide is difficult to deal with.  It sucks that one's life can become so unbrearable that they choose death.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 01, 2012, 09:01:05 AM
I'm very sorry to hear that Bies. My best wishes to you and your family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 01, 2012, 11:36:10 AM
I'm very sorry to hear that Bies. My best wishes to you and your family.


+1
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 01, 2012, 11:52:46 AM
from me too Bies I hope things turn out for the better for you and your family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 01, 2012, 12:55:37 PM
Definitely puts things in prespective.  My best wishes for your extended and blood family Bies.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 03, 2012, 06:06:01 AM
By the time I'm done with this paper I'll have drunk 6 liters of Diet Coke in a little over 36 hours. I think I have a problem.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on May 03, 2012, 06:20:07 AM
By the time I'm done with this paper I'll have drunk 6 liters of Diet Coke in a little over 36 hours. I think I have a problem.

I hear you, I have two research papers due this week. And two tests. Keeps me up late, as with kids and work I can't really get anything done during the day. I'd say I'm becoming nocturnal, but that would suggest I sleep during the day. Diet Coke is my drink of choice as well. I sneak a little Bacardi into mine, though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 03, 2012, 06:50:59 AM
I would be having a bit of seasoning as well but writing this paper takes more concentration than that would allow.

And I got rid of it all (of course in the only appropriate manner, by drinking it all) two weekends ago. Probably for the best seeing as I'd rather pass my exams.

Now I'm really hitting the procrastination barrier (I have 8.5ish pages and need 10, but I have class at 8:30 so it's not worth it to go to bed which means I have 5 hours to write a page and a half), and just calculated my caffeine intake.

800mg. In two days. 300 puts you at significant risk of addiction (yes this is a thing, that would be the other major thing I have due tomorrow!).

Just counted and me and my roommate have gone through 96 cans, 5 20 oz bottles, and my three two liters in 2.5 weeks. We have a problem.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on May 03, 2012, 06:57:33 AM
I would be having a bit of seasoning as well but writing this paper takes more concentration than that would allow.

And I got rid of it all (of course in the only appropriate manner, by drinking it all) two weekends ago. Probably for the best seeing as I'd rather pass my exams.

Yes, well, the fact that I started college when you were 9 yeas old and that you have completed more college than I have is a solid indication that you should not take any advice from me regarding school work. Ever. I score style points, though. Too bad they don't put those on the transcripts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 03, 2012, 07:02:10 AM
Come now, I once wrote a 5 page English paper in 45 minutes with quotes from a book I'd skimmed. Those 45 minutes were the 45/50 minutes of class she allocated to a last minute writing workshop I didn't know was happening. I went in expecting to just tell her I hadn't done it, instead told her I forgot to print it.

Got a higher grade than my best friend who is now an English major and spent 7 hours on the paper the previous day. I still give him shit for it.

Anyway, drinking doesn't preclude good grades. My drinking during exam weeks precludes my getting good grades, if you see the difference.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on May 03, 2012, 07:18:49 AM

Anyway, drinking doesn't preclude good grades. My drinking during exam weeks precludes my getting good grades, if you see the difference.

Drinking as much as I did the first two times I attempted college absolutely precludes good grades. Or maybe just a lack of discipline and focus on my part. Or both. The Army didn't cure the drinking, but it did beat some discipline into me. I save the drinking until after class now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 03, 2012, 07:33:35 AM
I would imagine the Army is rather decent at the whole discipline schtick after several hundred years of attempting it.

Honestly I could use a healthy dose myself. I always, always get everything done on time. Period. End of story. But I make it much harder on myself than it has to be (this is one of the rare exceptions where I simply have so much work it was unavoidable. I'll have written 75 pages between last Sunday (the 25th) and this coming Wednesday when all's said and done. Also why oh why oh why did I choose a writing heavy field... :icon_cry:).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on May 03, 2012, 07:56:19 AM
Well apparently someone up high really, really, doesn't like me. Went to the optometrist yesterday and my eye pressure is high + they thought I had glaucoma as a kid so I get to spend all tomorrow afternoon have my eyes poked an prodded by an optholmologist to see if I'm going blind...fml

On the bright side I got a pay raise, which will help pay the 1000 dollar consultation I'm having tomorrow
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Walt von Ark on May 03, 2012, 08:17:37 AM
I should probably break up with this girl i've been dating for a couple of months now, because of lack of genuine feelings.
I hate to do this so much... can't stand a woman in tears by my doing.
Such a shame though, it's a cute girl, smart, sweet and really into me!
Dont know.. must be something wrong with me! :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on May 03, 2012, 08:26:49 AM
Bah, if you aren't into the relationship then there's nothing for it. The best thing you can do is break it off clean with no ambiguity and before it has a chance to get nasty. Trust me it'll be better for the both of you, and then you can both move on. And don't assume there has to be something wrong with either of you. It didn't work out, that's an acceptable end to a relationship. Live and learn, drink water and walk it off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Walt von Ark on May 03, 2012, 09:23:19 AM
thanks you're right of course, I know. Been down this road before...
It just sucks, even though it's an exeptable ending to a relationship, doesnt make it easy to do!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on May 03, 2012, 02:32:26 PM
It just sucks, even though it's an exeptable ending to a relationship, doesnt make it easy to do!

I hear that, 100%.  Best of luck with it, man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on May 03, 2012, 09:13:58 PM
Better now than in 5 years like my mate did, twice. Shouldn't have taken him that long, those poor women didn't deserve to be strung along while he wallowed in indecision. You're doing the right thing being honest early.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Le Pistolet on May 04, 2012, 03:23:50 PM
Being on the receiving end of my ex-girlfriend having the same kind of indecision a few weeks ago I'd say go for it, it's definitely unfair to the other party in the relationship to be strung out for too long. It was much better she told me sooner so it didn't get too out of hand...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on May 04, 2012, 03:44:46 PM
Relationships that are not good early rarely get better over time.

Throw the stinky fish out, it's good for both of you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 04, 2012, 05:28:22 PM
Girls usually just go for it if they like you.

Got one friend who is being put through a lenghty audition process, another who is buying into the "not ready for another relationship yet" line, and one whose beau hasn't wanted to see him in-person for five months. And I'm a bad guy for pointing out the obvious.

Everyone likes to think their situation is totally unique, but it's usually a matter of one person not liking the other. Occam's razor, people.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 04, 2012, 05:59:15 PM
Occam takes a nap when emotions are involved.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 04, 2012, 06:10:40 PM
Occam takes a nap when emotions are involved.
That, or they use the wrong end the the razor...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on May 04, 2012, 07:56:31 PM
Looks like another 50-hour workweek for me this week.  Because the part-timers that are supposed to fill the gaps in the schedule never want to work.  The same part-timers who always complaint that they never get any hours.   :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:

I love the money, but at some point I'd like to have a life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Walt von Ark on May 04, 2012, 08:18:37 PM
Cheers guy's
It's not that the relationship is bad and it's a sweet girl.
i'm just not feeling what she obviously does feel!
anyway's i guess i'm gonna have that talk with her next week....joy!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on May 05, 2012, 02:40:19 AM
A bunch of high school kids drove up to a party down the street.  They are walking around with beers.  In a couple hours they will get back in their cars and drive off.  I hate some idiot parents.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 05, 2012, 10:07:42 PM
A friend asked me what I thought happened after you die. I would have answered a bit less briskly if I'd known he was seriously ill and going to undergo surgery in a couple weeks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 06, 2012, 08:01:32 PM
A friend asked me what I thought happened after you die. I would have answered a bit less briskly if I'd known he was seriously ill and going to undergo surgery in a couple weeks.

What did you tell him?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Captain Tineal on May 06, 2012, 08:11:59 PM
I had to fire a kid yesterday.  There was a miscommunication with when he was supposed to work, and when he came in late I pointed out that he came in at the wrong time - it would have been no big deal, but he walked out and I was too busy to chase after him.  A little while later his older sister came in and in a very loud voice told me how she thought I was running my business all wrong and that she could apparently run it much better since it is so easy to run. I nearly punched a girl in the face right there. Then I found out the kid told her that I said he was fired and to get out - which I did not. This is the second time this kid has thought he's been fired and a woman from his household has come to tell us how they feel about it. So it went from something that was no big deal that I was going to let go with a shrug, to a phone call telling him this wasn't working out.

On the plus side we've done half the sales in one week that we would normally do in a month! Of course I'm pretty much dead on my feet right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 06, 2012, 08:30:16 PM
A friend asked me what I thought happened after you die. I would have answered a bit less briskly if I'd known he was seriously ill and going to undergo surgery in a couple weeks.

What did you tell him?

I told him that in all likelihood your consciousness will dissolve. It will be like before you were born.

But I did add the caveat that I've seen enough weirdness(recurring dreams that came true, a friend's house that felt very haunted) that I haven't completely written off the idea that there's something more.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 07, 2012, 12:17:54 PM
Pretty random unhappy thought...

Got a new boss at work, and she is flexing her power muscle.  Which makes life more difficult for me.  But, meh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on May 07, 2012, 02:05:27 PM
New bosses can be hell. Having worked on several projects you sometimes have changing project leadership (in case of set-backs), they always feel a need to confirm their power the first few months.

Even worse, interim managers, universally despised and rightly so IMNSHO.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 07, 2012, 03:14:01 PM
Even worse, interim managers, universally despised and rightly so IMNSHO.
Yeah, but those are brought in specifically to be the bad guy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 07, 2012, 04:26:43 PM
I don't think the girl I fancy feels the same way about me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 07, 2012, 04:41:35 PM
I don't think the girl I fancy feels the same way about me.
You won't know for sure until you ask her (out)!

But yeah, been there, done that. Plenty of times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 07, 2012, 04:54:05 PM
I don't think the girl I fancy feels the same way about me.

(http://istor.indyarocks.com/916325/blogRohypnol1mg30tabs1254387092.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 07, 2012, 05:02:56 PM
I don't think the girl I fancy feels the same way about me.

(http://istor.indyarocks.com/916325/blogRohypnol1mg30tabs1254387092.jpg)

Good idea, although I prefer the old fashioned way of clubbing her senseless and dragging her to my cave.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 07, 2012, 05:11:06 PM
Bosses: The worst is when they flex their power by doing the -opposite- of what their underlings suggest, just on principle(unless you're devious enough to trick them with reverse psychology...  :icon_twisted:).

Kenny's ladyfriend: Just make a move. You'll know exactly where you stand. Don't try to cultivate a friendship first or ask mutual acquaintances to sniff around. That never helps. Who dares wins.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 07, 2012, 05:21:40 PM
Kenny's ladyfriend: Just make a move. You'll know exactly where you stand. Don't try to cultivate a friendship first or ask mutual acquaintances to sniff around. That never helps. Who dares wins.

Lol, too late for that, we've already been friends for over a year... or is it longer? Man, I think I'm completely losing the grip of time here, feels like I finished elementary school yesterday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 07, 2012, 09:01:07 PM
Rovers officially relegated. :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on May 07, 2012, 09:15:59 PM
Rovers officially relegated. :icon_sad:

So now it's a straight fight between Bolton and QPR - (technically Villa but a goal difference over 10 is a very very long shot.

Will Finlay be crying into his Sunday roast ................... 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 07, 2012, 10:37:38 PM
Can't believe Villa got dragged down to that level, but the appointment of McLeish was a baffling move.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 08, 2012, 09:28:37 AM
Seems like they forgot to list my student ID and result in the overview.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on May 08, 2012, 09:31:03 AM
Seems like they forgot to list my student ID and result in the overview.

you disappointed me I was hoping you'd posted the same comment as HRT
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 08, 2012, 09:33:09 AM
HRT?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on May 08, 2012, 09:41:55 AM
Happy Random Thread.

So how long till your results come out? Properly I mean
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 08, 2012, 09:48:59 AM
No friggin clue I have sent an email to the students office and now wait until they reply....overall the results seem to be good so I should be fine.

but....still  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on May 08, 2012, 09:50:23 AM
I hated getting results (for anything from primary school to uni) cause it meant a talk with the parentals

Q1. Why did you only get X in this subject
Q2. Good you got Y on that subject but you should be getting Z
Q3. Don't talk like that to me boy!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on May 08, 2012, 10:16:42 AM
I hated getting results (for anything from primary school to uni) cause it meant a talk with the parentals

Q1. Why did you only get X in this subject
Q2. Good you got Y on that subject but you should be getting Z
Q3. Don't talk like that to me boy!

(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j373/BAWTRM/StraightA.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 08, 2012, 04:40:13 PM
So many text conversations go something like:
Girl-I-haven't-talked-to-in-months: Hey! It's been awhile! Flirt flirt flirt.
Me: Yeah, good to hear from you. Flirt flirt flirt.
Girl: More flirting.
Me: Want to meet up in person? A walk, maybe coffee?
*All further contact ceases*

Avoid texting unless you enjoy being in the friendzone. First, because there's a whole subculture of evil girls who want guys to be texting bitches(at least with the standard friendzone you have in-person contact and will meet her friends). Second, because texting makes you seem easily accessible(that is, you have have no social life, aren't mysterious, et cetera)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on May 09, 2012, 10:59:15 PM
So many text conversations go something like:
Girl-I-haven't-talked-to-in-months: Hey! It's been awhile! Flirt flirt flirt.
Me: Yeah, good to hear from you. Flirt flirt flirt.
Girl: More flirting.
Me: Want to meet up in person? A walk, maybe coffee?
*All further contact ceases*

Avoid texting unless you enjoy being in the friendzone. First, because there's a whole subculture of evil girls who want guys to be texting bitches(at least with the standard friendzone you have in-person contact and will meet her friends). Second, because texting makes you seem easily accessible(that is, you have have no social life, aren't mysterious, et cetera)
This happens to me far too much hahaha

So today my school was on lockdown and I had to sit for around for about 5 hours perfectly silent and without food.
It wasn't that bad but when you have about 40 people in a class room all trying to keep quiet it can be quite a challenge.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on May 10, 2012, 04:51:41 AM
Just wasted ten minutes of my life reading the "Links to all my tacticas" thread.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on May 10, 2012, 07:45:57 AM
So today my school was on lockdown and I had to sit for around for about 5 hours perfectly silent and without food.
It wasn't that bad but when you have about 40 people in a class room all trying to keep quiet it can be quite a challenge.

What's this then?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on May 10, 2012, 07:53:42 AM
So today my school was on lockdown and I had to sit for around for about 5 hours perfectly silent and without food.
It wasn't that bad but when you have about 40 people in a class room all trying to keep quiet it can be quite a challenge.

What's this then?

Yeah, five motherscratching hours? What exactly were the police doing that required 5 hours?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on May 10, 2012, 07:57:27 AM
Who says it was the police? Perfectly silent? 40 people trying to keep quiet? Obviously not pupils. Must have been the teachers on lockdown by their pupils.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on May 10, 2012, 08:32:02 AM
Just wasted ten minutes of my life reading the "Links to all my tacticas" thread.  :eusa_wall:

ARGH!!!!! Now I did too!! [insert Disgusted smiley]
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 10, 2012, 08:49:57 AM
Ha!

Been there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on May 10, 2012, 12:52:43 PM
So today my school was on lockdown and I had to sit for around for about 5 hours perfectly silent and without food.
It wasn't that bad but when you have about 40 people in a class room all trying to keep quiet it can be quite a challenge.

What's this then?

Yeah, five motherscratching hours? What exactly were the police doing that required 5 hours?
http://www.mercurynews.com/crime-courts/ci_20583710/san-jose-high-school-lockdown-after-report-person?source=most_emailed
It actually started about 9 and ended after 2 dispite what the article says.
They were searching classrooms and such. They never actually got around to mine.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on May 10, 2012, 02:34:43 PM
So why the requirement for silence in the classroom?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on May 11, 2012, 11:53:06 PM
So the teachers could "hear the all clear signals if the police came by the door".
Bull crap I say because we had a loudspeaker release us.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on May 14, 2012, 07:21:13 AM
So I have (had) a race coming up on Saturday. Pretty sweet, actually: http://www.pppbend.com/race_guide.htm (http://www.pppbend.com/race_guide.htm)

This is my team's 15th year competing, though in fairness I've only actually been on the race team 4 times, this would have been my fifth race. It's a group of my high school buddies, though, so whether or not we are racing, a solid group of 10 or so of us usually go down to party for a long weekend. But about a week and a half ago I pulled a calf muscle. Never having had a running injury before, despite running for the last 20 years, I figured it was no big deal. Took a few days off and went back to running. A few days ago I was doing a light six-mile and about four miles in my leg lit up like I'd been bitten by a snake. I could barely walk.

Official verdict is I have to stay off of it for four to six weeks or risk needing surgery or permanent injury, and I was chastised for running on a pulled muscle in the first place. I didn't bother counting the days, but somehow I don't think next Saturday is four to six weeks away. Given a few other injuries, the race team is now down to four guys. I feel bad having to saddle someone else with a five-mile run at such short notice. I'm still going down to party, though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 14, 2012, 08:43:22 AM
Rub some dirt on it and get back out there!  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 15, 2012, 02:12:51 PM
Dale Hunter has left the Caps and Steve Kean is holding onto the Blackburn job for dear life.  Seriously wish the situations were reversed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 17, 2012, 12:54:18 PM
Monday night I had to take my wife to the hospital because of severe anemia.  They admitted her, and after 2 days, numerous chest x-rays, her not sleeping, and me only sleeping for 2 hours, and five blood transfusions, and 12 bags of iron and IV fluid, she was discharged yesterday.  They did not make a determination as to why she was anemic in the first place, and don't know why she lost blood.  They thought maybe an ulcer, but were not sure.    She has a follow up appointment today.  Last night however, she woke up about 1:30am, with the same anemic symptoms, and thought she might need to go back to the hospital.  (Not an easy thing to do, especially with a 6-year old who has testing at school this week to determine where he will be placed next year, and who has a dentist appointment in the morning.)  She rested for a little while and said she felt a little better and went to sleep. 

Still not sure why she is anemic.   :? :-(

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 17, 2012, 08:54:45 PM
Well, I now officially think HIMYM has jumped the shark.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 18, 2012, 03:20:37 AM
I lost track of it this season.  Not because I didn't want to watch but I got behind and things are happening so quickly now that I didn't want to be out of the loop.  But it did seem it was heading down that route, and then I read that the writers had no real intention on introducing the mother anytime soon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 18, 2012, 04:33:14 AM
I think they jumped the shark after the seventh year of Ted's story.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 18, 2012, 10:12:30 AM
WARNING: SPOILERS INCLUDED.





For me it was just annoying that they just made this entire season redundant. They could have introduced the BR twist at the start of the season to the same effect. Now, we just know that the awesome Quinn proposal is useless. The same goes for T&V- we know she's not the mother. And it makes Ted a giant asshole too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 18, 2012, 11:44:44 AM
WARNING: SPOILERS INCLUDED.





For me it was just annoying that they just made this entire season redundant. They could have introduced the BR twist at the start of the season to the same effect. Now, we just know that the awesome Quinn proposal is useless. The same goes for T&V- we know she's not the mother. And it makes Ted a giant asshole too.

Agreed, and I get more and more annoyed that they have to keep walking in the stupid circles... Move forwards dammit
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 18, 2012, 04:08:46 PM
Wife went to a follow-up appointment, and they said that her heart is working triple the amount of a normal persons, because she doesn't have enough blood.  She is on strict rest now, and we don't know how we are going to function since I am the only one working, and now we need someone to take care of her and our son...

 :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on May 18, 2012, 04:14:40 PM
Really sorry to hear this Auberoun. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 18, 2012, 07:00:33 PM
Man, that sucks Auberoun. Can you get help from family or neighbours? Also, have they found the cause of the anemia?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 18, 2012, 07:41:22 PM
My parents are watching our son as they can, and no, they still haven't found the cause of the anemia. 

If I can "cheat" a bit and post some good news in this thread...

Good news is that her blood level went up a bit on it's own since yesterday.  (Still not normal yet, she is at 9, and needs to be at 15...she was discharged from the hospital with an 8.2.)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on May 18, 2012, 07:51:49 PM
That really sucks Auberoun. Stay strong man!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on May 18, 2012, 08:56:43 PM
Not knowing is the scariest thing.  Take care.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on May 18, 2012, 09:25:23 PM
Well, turns out the suspended full-timer that I've been replacing is coming back to work after all.  That would bump me back to part-time and leave me barely able to pay my bills, since I elected to keep the house in my divorce.  Now, I may be able to beg/borrow/steal enough hours to make it work, but I may not...especially because they're inexplicably hiring another part-timer, which would take hours away from me.  I really live it here, but it may get to the point where I'll have to either take a third job or leave and try to find a full-time position somewhere else.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on May 18, 2012, 11:20:16 PM
WARNING: SPOILERS INCLUDED.





For me it was just annoying that they just made this entire season redundant. They could have introduced the BR twist at the start of the season to the same effect. Now, we just know that the awesome Quinn proposal is useless. The same goes for T&V- we know she's not the mother. And it makes Ted a giant asshole too.

I really hated the T&V storyline...mostly because I really liked V. I think the next season will start with Ted having cold feet, turning around and taking her back. That'll close out the last 'regret' from his past.

The BR thread...well, they couldn't really just drop *another* bombshell in the first episode haha. I think if the series *hadn't* been renewed, B would have married Q.

Do you have any theories about the ID of the mother? Some friends and I have a pretty solid one...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Heinrich von Kampfmann on May 20, 2012, 10:30:32 AM
So my gf, who I live with in my apartment, thinks we should have a "break" for a week or so.... It sucks!!!! She left yesterday to stay with her parents and just came to the apartment to get some more clothes. And I have a report to write for University college, or "Högskola", as we say in Sweden and I can't focus at all.......


I hope she comes back, she said she would and she seemed pretty happy when she came to get her clothes...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on May 20, 2012, 01:24:02 PM
About once a year my wife and I spend from 3 days to a week traveling with others.  A break is no big deal.  Enjoy it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Heinrich von Kampfmann on May 20, 2012, 02:35:00 PM
Thanks for those words man, I feel better now!  :icon_biggrin:

Report started and going home for a barbeque with my family soon. It might work out after all!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on May 21, 2012, 09:19:28 AM
Our cat was hit by a car sometime yesterday. Got the call from the vet today. :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 24, 2012, 06:40:37 PM
Couldn't sleep last night because BOB, had a really bad day as a result.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 25, 2012, 02:25:19 PM
Our cat was hit by a car sometime yesterday. Got the call from the vet today. :(

Sorry to hear for your loss stretch...it sucks when you lose a furry family member.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 29, 2012, 04:57:37 PM
I have been properly ill for the past three days. I have a HUGE exam tomorrow, and I have been unable to do any studying because of the illness.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 29, 2012, 08:33:51 PM
I'm head of security at a large office building with a call center.

The southern part of our state was hit by storms yesterday. The people in the call center told me they were being bombarded with calls from people in areas where the power was out asking why their cable tv and internet weren't working.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 29, 2012, 09:37:26 PM
I'm head of security at a large office building with a call center.

The southern part of our state was hit by storms yesterday. The people in the call center told me they were being bombarded with calls from people in areas where the power was out asking why their cable tv and internet weren't working.

I used to work at an AT&T call center. I know that feel, bro.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on May 30, 2012, 12:19:36 AM
I'm head of security at a large office building with a call center.

The southern part of our state was hit by storms yesterday. The people in the call center told me they were being bombarded with calls from people in areas where the power was out asking why their cable tv and internet weren't working.

I used to work at an AT&T call center. I know that feel, bro.

One more reason not to like you cannon. How dare you have a job that pays crap and gets abused by everyone while trying to give a free service...how dare you sir!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 30, 2012, 12:28:25 AM
I'm head of security at a large office building with a call center.

The southern part of our state was hit by storms yesterday. The people in the call center told me they were being bombarded with calls from people in areas where the power was out asking why their cable tv and internet weren't working.

I used to work at an AT&T call center. I know that feel, bro.

One more reason not to like you cannon. How dare you have a job that pays crap and gets abused by everyone while trying to give a free service...how dare you sir!

It got so stressful that my wife asked me to quit.

It's amazing how angry people get when you politely point out that they are stupid.

"Sir, I'm afraid your home wireless network will not reach you in the park three miles from your house."
"WHAT! I PAY FOR WIRELESS ACCESS, AND YOU'RE TELLING ME YOU WON'T PROVIDE IT?!?!?!?"
"No, sir, I'm just telling you that your wireless router has a maximum range of 300 feet. If you want wireless access at the park it would probably be best to purchase a mobile wireless card."
"I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY MORE MONEY JUST TO USE THE SERVICE I ALREADY PAY FOR!"

etc.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on May 30, 2012, 12:41:25 AM
 :eusa_wall:

My catching-up-with-studying-all-nighter is going semi-ok, the drugs (all legal ones, nothing that cannons colleagues got injected, though someone did offer.... ) keep me functioning a bit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 30, 2012, 12:43:27 AM
Call centers are basically first world sweatshops. Just working in the same building as one depresses me.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Nicholas Bies on May 30, 2012, 12:49:24 AM
I'm head of security at a large office building with a call center.

The southern part of our state was hit by storms yesterday. The people in the call center told me they were being bombarded with calls from people in areas where the power was out asking why their cable tv and internet weren't working.

I used to work at an AT&T call center. I know that feel, bro.

One more reason not to like you cannon. How dare you have a job that pays crap and gets abused by everyone while trying to give a free service...how dare you sir!

It got so stressful that my wife asked me to quit.

It's amazing how angry people get when you politely point out that they are stupid.

"Sir, I'm afraid your home wireless network will not reach you in the park three miles from your house."
"WHAT! I PAY FOR WIRELESS ACCESS, AND YOU'RE TELLING ME YOU WON'T PROVIDE IT?!?!?!?"
"No, sir, I'm just telling you that your wireless router has a maximum range of 300 feet. If you want wireless access at the park it would probably be best to purchase a mobile wireless card."
"I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY MORE MONEY JUST TO USE THE SERVICE I ALREADY PAY FOR!"

etc.

Hahaha yea I used to work picking up phones at a travel agency. I'd get one or two valid calls a day the rest were idiots bitching (usually at the airlines because a) a 20 year old can change an airlines business model b) because a travel agency can change an airlines business model).

I think the best one I had was when a customer didn't like the prices I was quoting for a direct flight from hong kong to london on BA but refused to take a cheaper connecting flight then yelled at me for being unhelpful.


Oak I agree I hate sitting in a room in front of a computer all day- probably why I started coming back here, to help me forget I do spend all day in front of a computer in a windowless room.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on May 30, 2012, 12:53:40 AM
http://music.msn.com/music/article.aspx?news=732234 (http://music.msn.com/music/article.aspx?news=732234)

Bummer. Another music legend gone.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on May 30, 2012, 12:57:14 AM
It wasn't all bad. When people genuinely needed help and I was able to fix their problem, even if it took hours, it felt great. The problem was that the bitchers outnumbered those genuinely in need of help.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 30, 2012, 02:29:22 AM
Random unhappy thought...GW comes out with friggin cool stuff (Ork bomma), and I lack funds necessary... :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on May 30, 2012, 07:49:27 PM
S6 of Dexter is annoying me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on May 30, 2012, 08:00:20 PM
Dexter has S6? What about his WS?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on May 30, 2012, 08:01:07 PM
No jokes in the unhappy thread!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on May 30, 2012, 08:06:08 PM
You can tell they had no idea what to do with the conclusion of S4, unfortunately, because just by itself it was quite good.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 30, 2012, 09:41:26 PM
I just finished watching Dexter S6. It was just plain awful. Some of the dialogue was just painful to listen to and the villain wasn't all that interesting.

Looking into Bones and Miami CSI to fill the offbeat crime show niche.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on May 30, 2012, 09:54:01 PM
No jokes in the unhappy thread!

I am suitably contrite and therefore unhappy. Happy now?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 30, 2012, 10:39:54 PM
Feet and legs still from walking 61 kilometers in fourteen hours last saturday (that's 37,9 miles for you poor bastards who don't use the metric system). Still totally worth it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on May 31, 2012, 06:45:18 PM
I just finished watching Dexter S6. It was just plain awful. Some of the dialogue was just painful to listen to and the villain wasn't all that interesting.

Looking into Bones and Miami CSI to fill the offbeat crime show niche.

I agree, but still love the show, actually looking forward to the final season, and how they plan on getting past how s6 ended...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: commandant on May 31, 2012, 06:48:12 PM
Feet and legs still from walking 61 kilometers in fourteen hours last saturday (that's 37,9 miles for you poor bastards who don't use the metric system). Still totally worth it.

Where were you lost?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 31, 2012, 07:35:23 PM
Feet and legs still from walking 61 kilometers in fourteen hours last saturday (that's 37,9 miles for you poor bastards who don't use the metric system). Still totally worth it.

Where were you lost?

Nowhere, me and a couple of mates had decided to try and walk a march of death, i.e 100 km in 24 hours. Unfortunately we walked mostly on asphalt which started to hurt as hell after a while, so we had to quit a bit earlier.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on May 31, 2012, 09:19:46 PM
I agree, but still love the show, actually looking forward to the final season, and how they plan on getting past how s6 ended...

I haven't see the end of s6 yet... what shocking conclusion can they possibly have this time? Everyone finds out about Dexter?

I think the premise is played out, or they sacked the good writers and hired cheaper ones. The twist at the end of the last episode I watched was absurd.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: commandant on June 01, 2012, 12:02:27 AM
Feet and legs still from walking 61 kilometers in fourteen hours last saturday (that's 37,9 miles for you poor bastards who don't use the metric system). Still totally worth it.

Where were you lost?

Nowhere, me and a couple of mates had decided to try and walk a march of death, i.e 100 km in 24 hours. Unfortunately we walked mostly on asphalt which started to hurt as hell after a while, so we had to quit a bit earlier.

Should I ask why?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 01, 2012, 12:13:25 AM
me and my friends do that quite a bit. Mostly just because we can. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on June 01, 2012, 10:04:01 AM
me and my friends do that quite a bit. Mostly just because we can. 

Our sentiments exactly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on June 01, 2012, 11:40:11 AM
Dick died.

Viagra is sorta cheap dude!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 01, 2012, 12:20:37 PM
Dick died.


Sorry to hear that. But there's always Viagra... :engel:


Dick died.

Viagra is sorta cheap dude!


Great minds ?????
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 01, 2012, 12:47:04 PM
...have dead dicks?  :?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on June 01, 2012, 02:10:53 PM
...have dead dicks?  :?

No, but some of us are dead inside...

@ soth - I copied you (not really, I am late as my wife always says to scare me).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 01, 2012, 03:11:05 PM
No, but some of us are dead inside...

That's because we each die a little bit inside everytime we buy something from GW to support our Empire hobby...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 01, 2012, 03:12:50 PM
Auberoun, are you Scottish or Dutch?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on June 01, 2012, 04:18:29 PM
I agree, but still love the show, actually looking forward to the final season, and how they plan on getting past how s6 ended...

I haven't see the end of s6 yet... what shocking conclusion can they possibly have this time? Everyone finds out about Dexter?

Even worse.

Deb realizes she's in love with Dexter. The older of the two serial killers has been dead for years. Dexter decides to carve up the killer in the abandoned church(that the cops have already  found) and gets caught by Deb. *twitch*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 01, 2012, 04:48:50 PM
Auberoun, are you Scottish or Dutch?  :engel:

Worse..I'm American  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on June 02, 2012, 01:01:10 PM
Worse..I'm American  :happy:

YIIIEARGH!

Quick! Shav, JN, and PhillyT get yer pitchforks and burn him out!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 02, 2012, 01:30:05 PM
They will have to take my Big Gulp from my cold, dead fingers.

America.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 02, 2012, 06:18:22 PM
They will have to take my Big Gulp from my cold, dead fingers.

America.

F&%ck Yeah!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 03, 2012, 02:05:50 AM
Wow... :icon_eek:

I didn't mean to start an international incident... 

(Spoken like a true American whose lineage is Swiss....)  :closed-eyes:

 :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 03, 2012, 05:04:05 AM
Wow... :icon_eek:

I didn't mean to start an international incident... 

Flush the toilet in New york and you cause floods in Africa  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 10, 2012, 09:03:41 PM
Just destroyed a 50 dollar derailleur for my bike I don't even care that I hurt myself crashing but my poor bike............  :dry: why do hobbies have to be so expensive!?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on June 10, 2012, 11:26:17 PM
derailleur for my bike

Is your bike French?

Seriously, though, that sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 10, 2012, 11:38:38 PM
derailleur for my bike

Is your bike French?

Seriously, though, that sucks.
Actually it all depend on who you talk to whether it is derailer or derailleur but my spell check automatically makes it derailleur.
It's actually a 40 year old Japanese one and looking for a new one the best I can find is a $230 full set when all I need is that one $50 piece.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 12, 2012, 11:29:16 PM
I agree, but still love the show, actually looking forward to the final season, and how they plan on getting past how s6 ended...

I haven't see the end of s6 yet... what shocking conclusion can they possibly have this time? Everyone finds out about Dexter?

Even worse.

Deb realizes she's in love with Dexter. The older of the two serial killers has been dead for years. Dexter decides to carve up the killer in the abandoned church(that the cops have already  found) and gets caught by Deb. *twitch*

Just watched it. Awful.

I don't really want season 7 now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 13, 2012, 10:47:20 AM
I really liked the Trinity season...after that I lost interest as I couldn´t imagine they could top that one.....and well I guess they couldn´t.



Bad News everyone.....Barroso wants to create a Europe super state with every country having to pay for the debts of the others. Euro-Bonds will lead to the end of the European Union as I can´t imagine Germany will play along with this.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 13, 2012, 12:08:35 PM
Tne Netherlands would also be out.

They'd subsequently immediately try to help establish a similar organization but then only containing the Western Europe/Scandinavian countries.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 13, 2012, 12:57:01 PM
I really liked the Trinity season...after that I lost interest as I couldn´t imagine they could top that one.....and well I guess they couldn´t.

The show has steadily been declining, but I still liked the last couple seasons even if they were somewhat predictable...

I guess I am the same way with Dr. Who, I am enough of a fanboy that it really doesn't matter how bad an episode is.  Granted, the ones that are REALLY horrible ie; "Love&Monsters" I won't watch but once, good ones like the End of Time trilogy, I will watch over and over...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on June 13, 2012, 11:03:57 PM
I've been working 8-6 outside every day this week. I have the worst farmers tan, except it's all burnt. Yes, I used sunscreen and all that. Doesn't help.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 13, 2012, 11:33:43 PM
I've been working 8-6 outside every day this week. I have the worst farmers tan, except it's all burnt. Yes, I used sunscreen and all that. Doesn't help.
That sucks man. I have been working outside all my life so my skin is relatively used to it but when you just start I've seen guys on my worksite turn bright pink in a couple of hours. Not even sunscreen can help you when your out that long.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on June 14, 2012, 12:40:59 AM
I mean, during the summer I work outside doing yard work pretty regularly, at least 2-3 days a week for a few hours, but we don't have any shade on our site, so there's just nothing you can do but grin and bear it (setting up a festival type thing, just got the tents up today, which is the only shade since it's in the middle of a street and park).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 14, 2012, 12:51:01 AM
It's good you have the tents up now then. How long is it going on for?
I work on top of biotech and office buildings most of the time and most of the time I'll send the underlings home if they are getting cooked to death up there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on June 14, 2012, 01:19:26 AM
Two more days. Then tear down in three weeks.

In mid July. It's going to be a whole new level of awful.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on June 14, 2012, 10:27:25 AM
The only way to beat that is constant reapplication of sunscreen.  If you are able try to carry a small bottle with.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 14, 2012, 11:07:20 AM
Appear to have strained or torn something in my shoulder. Hoping it fixes itself over the weekend or off to the physio...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 14, 2012, 11:52:06 AM
Appear to have strained or torn something in my shoulder. Hoping it fixes itself over the weekend or off to the physio...

Better take good care. I've got permanent injuries with both triceps because I had torn something in the past.

The first because I tried to impress a girl during a fitness work-out (she wasn't even watching at that moment). The second when I tried to get out of a very unfavourable position in a JiuJitsu ground fight purely on strength.

It's not like I cannot use them, but I have to be careful when lifting heavy loads.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on June 14, 2012, 12:11:54 PM
Appear to have strained or torn something in my shoulder. Hoping it fixes itself over the weekend or off to the physio...

You obviously didn't do enough warm-up stretches .............. try 135 next time.    :biggriin:

Badum Tish
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 14, 2012, 12:53:27 PM
Always beating me to it Midaski  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 15, 2012, 12:18:39 PM
Father one of my bestuursgenootjes of next year died unexpectedly yesterday. I'm going sailing with my parents this weekend for their 30th wedding anniversary, it's going to be a very strange weekend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 15, 2012, 12:34:26 PM
Appear to have strained or torn something in my shoulder. Hoping it fixes itself over the weekend or off to the physio...

Shoulder injuries are tough. I seperated mine, and still have inner ear problems from it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 15, 2012, 02:47:06 PM
Father one of my bestuursgenootjes of next year died unexpectedly yesterday. I'm going sailing with my parents this weekend for their 30th wedding anniversary, it's going to be a very strange weekend.

Man that's rough. There was this girl in my younger brother's class (2 years younger). Her parents had their own business and had been working very hard for a couple of months. But finally the work was done and they would be able to enjoy a nice holiday. Parents go to bed that night, mommy never wakes up, wasn't even 40. The girl was 13-14 or so.

Those things suck.

I'm glad my own father didn't manage to work himself into an early grave (workaholic that he was).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on June 20, 2012, 10:55:34 PM
(http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/601168_480922901922368_2071823404_n.jpg)

Anyone else have this problem?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 21, 2012, 04:52:02 AM
(http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/601168_480922901922368_2071823404_n.jpg)

Anyone else have this problem?

Welcome to being a nerd.  :::cheers:::

We all play with toy soldiers. Of course we have this problem. :)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on June 21, 2012, 08:43:02 PM
It sounds a little crass, but it's because you think you're better than girls you don't like, but you think you're not good enough for girls you do like.  You just have to find a way to convince yourself that you're good enough and worthy of their attention.

Of course, I make it sound so easy, and it's not.   :closed-eyes:

Edit: Meaning-changing typo
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on June 22, 2012, 02:06:39 AM
So you're saying there's a chance...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 22, 2012, 07:51:55 AM
So you're telling me there's a chance...

FTFY

(http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r316/cannonofdoom/yeahhh.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 25, 2012, 05:06:53 PM
if your spouse/partner wants to go to a cake concert rather than you mother's surprise birthday party in another state, how would you approach this?

Provided she did not know first hand when the party was when she bought the ticket, but now that she does she is still going to the concert and will be taking a friend instead of going with you to the party (that through non-verbal communication you can tell she didnt want to go in the first place)...

and for those forumites who know me, this is a different girl lol.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on June 25, 2012, 06:11:25 PM
and for those forumites who know me, this is a different girl lol.

You read my mind. :wink:

Depends on how serious you are and if this is a 'first time offense'.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on June 25, 2012, 06:19:44 PM
I have a task at work that has a milestone on Wednesday but has stalled for the last 2.5 months because someone we got to help out to build us a database either can't or won't.  She even said she knows how after a meeting a week and a half ago when we brought in someone else to help unclog the situation.  Now that guy is going to have to help us out and build it in 2 days.  Been very frustrated, but I feel as though I've done what I can and I've been keeping my superiors in the loop as to our progress (or lack thereof).  I'm more worried about the reveal to our client if we can't deliver.  Still, we have 2 days and I'm hoping and praying it'll still work out.  I'm actually in a fairly contented place at this point and I pray it lasts.

Also, my son has a cold.  Nothing worse than seeing a baby sick.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 25, 2012, 06:38:38 PM
Crosses fingers.  Contractors that don't deliver on reasonable promises should be drawn and quartered.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 25, 2012, 06:53:02 PM
and for those forumites who know me, this is a different girl lol.

You read my mind. :wink:

Depends on how serious you are and if this is a 'first time offense'.
we moved in together...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on June 25, 2012, 07:24:06 PM
Crosses fingers.  Contractors that don't deliver on reasonable promises should be drawn and quartered.

Yeah, because she promised we in turn promised on her confirmation.  We've suspected for the last couple of weeks that she wasn't being straight with us but I think we came to the revelation too late.  The fella who can help us out is almost over committed with other obligations.  We'll see. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on June 25, 2012, 07:28:21 PM
we moved in together...

You don't take things slow do you? :wink:  I dunno man, these things are always hard to judge in a vacuum.  Just see how often this sort of stuff happens and then judge accordingly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Auberoun on June 25, 2012, 07:32:18 PM
Crosses fingers.  Contractors that don't deliver on reasonable promises should be drawn and quartered.

Yeah, because she promised we in turn promised on her confirmation.  We've suspected for the last couple of weeks that she wasn't being straight with us but I think we came to the revelation too late.  The fella who can help us out is almost over committed with other obligations.  We'll see. 

I try to work by the principle, "Don't trust people."  Then again, I audit suppliers paperwork. 

Still can't get over the audacity of some people whose thought process is "It will be ok..."  I had a supplier submit a canidate to a position that no joke submitted a grainy photograph of the canidate holding her diploma on graduation day as proof of education.  Seriously?!  In what world do you live in that it would be considered ok?!

Some people, what ever happened to the 40's-50's work ethic where people were ashamed to be lazy?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 25, 2012, 07:50:05 PM
we moved in together...

You don't take things slow do you? :wink:  I dunno man, these things are always hard to judge in a vacuum.  Just see how often this sort of stuff happens and then judge accordingly.
fate conspired against me.... :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 26, 2012, 02:23:26 AM
we moved in together...

You don't take things slow do you? :wink:  I dunno man, these things are always hard to judge in a vacuum.  Just see how often this sort of stuff happens and then judge accordingly.
fate conspired against me.... :blush:

I'd rather go to a Cake concert than your mother's surprise birthday party.

On a more serious note: I'm taking my son up to New York with me next week (a 20 hour drive) while my wife stays home. Sometimes couples do things seperately and it's no big deal.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on June 26, 2012, 05:49:32 AM
if your spouse/partner wants to go to a cake concert rather than you mother's surprise birthday party in another state, how would you approach this?

She didn't know the date when she bought the tickets. Where's the problem?

Quote
and for those forumites who know me, this is a different girl lol.

Oh wait, your ex-girlfriend would have gone with a male friend. What about this one?   :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on June 26, 2012, 07:13:00 AM
Sometimes couples do things seperately and it's no big deal.

This. I'd even go so far as to say it's neccessary for a healthy relationship to sometimes do things separately.

If it's your mothers 50th birthday and your girlfriend is her favourite person in the entire world then yes, it is kind of a problem.

Otherwise, not so much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 26, 2012, 05:23:44 PM
coming from a close family I havnt seen my parents in over a year, would be nice to see them and have her meet the folks.  Especially considering that I have done numerous things with her family since we got together back in December.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on June 26, 2012, 05:35:06 PM
So in short you have been together for 6 months, she hasn't met your family yet because they live in another state (and hers are close by I assume?) and you would have liked to use this opportunity to introduce her, yet she has had other plans before you made the proposal and now you're kind of miffed she's not ditching those plans. That about right?

If it's important to you that she meets your family just arrange a visit at another time. Or invite your parents. But if you want my advice do not play that card:
Especially considering that I have done numerous things with her family since we got together back in December.
Because that makes it sound like doing stuff with her family is a chore to you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 26, 2012, 06:56:38 PM
well truth be told I did tell her about this and the date but she "doesnt remember" even though the date was confirmed and I talked to her about taking off work and planning a trip for it 2 or 3 times before she bought the tickets.  Everytime before she bought the tickets and I told her of this she kind of made it seem like she didnt want to go.  I know it can be daunting for some to meet their significant other's family but I just feel like she did this to have an excuse to get out of it.  I guess thats what I get for dating young women...

and being with her family is a chore.  Her mom is pretty cool but her dad is like a cross between will farrell playing harry carry (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haAhdtDmsOw) and grandpa simpson (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7-sOHIckTs).  Its excruciating to be locked in a conversation with him.  Her sister is always in the hospital for one thing or another usually self induced to get pain killers for raves.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sandor on June 26, 2012, 07:58:31 PM
Ive been in car accident and had my hand in cast for last six weeks.Ive come back to work finely yesterday,  just to learn that company i was working for is pulling out of my city, so in two weeks Im jobless.  Sorry abaut this rant im big boy and those thing hapen. But its like that that you start to think everything, will be alright and you get another kick in your ass.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 26, 2012, 08:00:18 PM
Hope you will get another job Sandor. Good luck to you....

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on June 26, 2012, 08:38:12 PM
Man that sucks.  Take care!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 27, 2012, 08:58:21 AM
Some piece of **** cut me off in traffic at 70k/h and I got rear-ended by the girl behind me. He then quite happily drove off. ****. Pissed does not begin to cover it right now.

Yes, her insurance covers it. But I *like* my car. And he's a ****. GRAGH.

</rant>
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 27, 2012, 09:02:18 AM
Couldn´t you get his licence ?

In doubt I would still try to file against unknown ask the girl if she would testify.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 27, 2012, 09:19:50 AM
Couldn´t you get his licence ?

In doubt I would still try to file against unknown ask the girl if she would testify.

Technically from the insurance company's and legal point of view, the guy who cut stretch off is not responsible for the damages, though he might be guilty of reckless driving. If there was no police man there to see it, it's doubtful they would be able to convict him. In this case, since Stretch avoided the accident, and the woman did not, it is considered the woman's fault, which is why her insurance will be paying.


Rough luck, stretch. I'm sorry your car got hurt.  :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 27, 2012, 09:24:40 AM
Most likely the same in Germany...but it is in our genes to run and tell the authorities. Perhaps Grutch has a suggestion how to deal with the issue.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 27, 2012, 09:34:17 AM
Couldn´t you get his licence ?

In doubt I would still try to file against unknown ask the girl if she would testify.

Technically from the insurance company's and legal point of view, the guy who cut stretch off is not responsible for the damages, though he might be guilty of reckless driving. If there was no police man there to see it, it's doubtful they would be able to convict him. In this case, since Stretch avoided the accident, and the woman did not, it is considered the woman's fault, which is why her insurance will be paying.


Rough luck, stretch. I'm sorry your car got hurt.  :icon_frown:

 ^^ This. The guy's not responsible, and if I'd hit him I believe I'm technically responsible. The cops could have done him for speeding and *maybe* reckless driving if they'd been around, but that's about it. He's not responsible for the accident.

The girl's insurance will cover it - she's already reported it and I just have to give them my details then get a quote on the damage and it's all taken care of. Figured I'd offer to take her out for dinner as well, seeing as it's a ping on her record and it wasn't really her fault *shrug*.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 27, 2012, 09:43:18 AM
Perhaps Grutch has a suggestion how to deal with the issue.

It involves guns. (to use on the other guy's car)

And Jiu Jitsu. (to use on the guy)

 :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on June 27, 2012, 09:51:36 AM
Perhaps Grutch has a suggestion how to deal with the issue.

It involves guns. (to use on the other guy's car)

And Jiu Jitsu. (to use on the guy)

 :icon_wink:
Wrong way 'round man, wrong way 'round.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 27, 2012, 10:00:17 AM
Perhaps Grutch has a suggestion how to deal with the issue.

It involves guns. (to use on the other guy's car)

And Jiu Jitsu. (to use on the guy)

 :icon_wink:
Wrong way 'round man, wrong way 'round.

Jiu jitsu on a car? That I gotta see.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 27, 2012, 10:03:21 AM
Figured I'd offer to take her out for dinner as well, seeing as it's a ping on her record and it wasn't really her fault *shrug*.

Nice move, Don Draper.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 27, 2012, 10:30:30 AM
Perhaps Grutch has a suggestion how to deal with the issue.

It involves guns. (to use on the other guy's car)

And Jiu Jitsu. (to use on the guy)

 :icon_wink:
Wrong way 'round man, wrong way 'round.

Jiu jitsu on a car? That I gotta see.

It's all about using ones energy against them. A sutemi vs that car speeding towards him will show Grutch bouncing that thing around like in some kind of action movie car crash.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 27, 2012, 10:43:41 AM
Perhaps Grutch has a suggestion how to deal with the issue.

It involves guns. (to use on the other guy's car)

And Jiu Jitsu. (to use on the guy)

 :icon_wink:
Wrong way 'round man, wrong way 'round.

Jiu jitsu on a car? That I gotta see.

It's all about using ones energy against them. A sutemi vs that car speeding towards him will show Grutch bouncing that thing around like in some kind of action movie car crash.

Ift'll look like when the Hulk punched that whale monster in The Avengers.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 27, 2012, 10:20:38 PM
Finlay whipped me at Magic (the card game).

10 games to 2!

 :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 28, 2012, 04:32:16 AM
Migraine and Nausea while at work! Yay! The best place to be miserable!  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on June 28, 2012, 07:22:49 AM
Finlay whipped me at Magic (the card game).

10 games to 2!

 :Ohmy:

Good for him!!

I didn't even know Finners had a deck?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on June 28, 2012, 05:17:39 PM
Some piece of **** cut me off in traffic at 70k/h

How fast is that, like 20 MPH?  :icon_wink:

Couldn´t you get his licence ?

In doubt I would still try to file against unknown ask the girl if she would testify.

Technically from the insurance company's and legal point of view, the guy who cut stretch off is not responsible for the damages, though he might be guilty of reckless driving. If there was no police man there to see it, it's doubtful they would be able to convict him. In this case, since Stretch avoided the accident, and the woman did not, it is considered the woman's fault, which is why her insurance will be paying.


Rough luck, stretch. I'm sorry your car got hurt.  :icon_frown:
Figured I'd offer to take her out for dinner as well, seeing as it's a ping on her record and it wasn't really her fault *shrug*.

Is she hot?  If so, serendipity for the win!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on June 28, 2012, 07:46:09 PM
I got bombarded with calls from different people at work during my camping trip. Is there a line between being a pariah waiting for a pink slip and being that guy no one can do anything without? If so, I've never experienced it.

Also, I cleaned out my voicemail box but the annoying little tape reel icon still won't go away. It's 2012. Stop leaving voicemail.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on June 28, 2012, 11:13:37 PM
Some piece of **** cut me off in traffic at 70k/h

How fast is that, like 20 MPH?  :icon_wink:

43.5 :p

And she turned the dinner down, said I didn't need to *shrug*. Her loss, I wasn't actually angling for a date haha.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 28, 2012, 11:16:16 PM
Finlay whipped me at Magic (the card game).

10 games to 2!

 :Ohmy:

Good for him!!

I didn't even know Finners had a deck?


I bought him a bird deck!

He used it to ruin my self-confidence.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 29, 2012, 12:56:50 AM
You're a terrible example of a human being, rufus.

Carry on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on June 29, 2012, 01:00:40 PM
So first hurdle jumped...

We met our deadline with the help of someone else.  He's been a lot of help but can't fully finish the job by himself he doesn't think.  The person who has been giving us mad problems has had a talking to by management, but considering her not so nice attitude she's going to be a complete pill to work with any time in the future (we've been told she's probably on the warpath).  The best part of it is, her ability has been constantly in question over the last couple of months but we've been told that she may still need to work with us because she's the only one who may know how to do it even though she has proven she can't.

Again, it'll work itself out I'm sure.

/rant.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on June 29, 2012, 01:08:06 PM
I bought him a bird deck!

Ah! I remember him casting loving glances at those sage owls we had at the bash.
 :-D

He used it to ruin my self-confidence.

All squids must die!
Especially the really big, tough and untargetable ones.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 29, 2012, 10:40:10 PM
You're a terrible example of a human being, rufus.

I know.  :icon_sad:



Quote from: Aldaris
All squids must die!
Especially the really big, tough and untargetable ones.

While I did use that deck, I also used four others. And I still couldn't win! I am useless and ginger.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on June 30, 2012, 12:22:34 AM
I am useless and ginger.

Judging from my experience, this statement is 50% false.

Do those 50% involve usefulness or hair dye? Find out next year in "EUROBASH", season 6!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 30, 2012, 12:51:20 AM
Accidentally watched part of GI JOE: Rise of Cobra on TV today. Not even Eccleston could save that trainwreck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 30, 2012, 02:17:15 AM
I am useless and ginger.

Judging from my experience, this statement is 50% false.

Do those 50% involve usefulness or hair dye? Find out next year in "EUROBASH", season 6!

Judging from my experience, his statement was two words too long.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on June 30, 2012, 03:31:12 AM
Accidentally watched part of GI JOE: Rise of Cobra on TV today. Not even Eccleston could save that trainwreck.

Could it be enjoyed if watched/mocked with a group of rowdy friends and some alcohol, or is it too bad even for that?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 30, 2012, 03:37:10 AM
Accidentally watched part of GI JOE: Rise of Cobra on TV today. Not even Eccleston could save that trainwreck.

Could it be enjoyed if watched/mocked with a group of rowdy friends and some alcohol, or is it too bad even for that?
You would need quite a bit of alcohol........
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on June 30, 2012, 03:49:27 AM
Accidentally watched part of GI JOE: Rise of Cobra on TV today. Not even Eccleston could save that trainwreck.

Could it be enjoyed if watched/mocked with a group of rowdy friends and some alcohol, or is it too bad even for that?

Maybe, if you don't happen to have anything more fun to do, like rolling naked in a bathtub full of salt and broken glass.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 30, 2012, 10:42:09 PM
I am useless and ginger.

Judging from my experience, this statement is 50% false.

Do those 50% involve usefulness or hair dye? Find out next year in "EUROBASH", season 6!

Judging from my experience, his statement was two words too long.  :engel:


I'm pretty sure it's both.   :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 30, 2012, 10:52:22 PM
Nonsense...it is neither, Rufus you should tell the others that you dye your hair and are useful....go on and post in the Bogenhafen thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 01, 2012, 07:53:08 PM
I've got 4 augury owls!

Rufus was worried my deck would be underpowered, but it actuall worked perfectly. summon crap loads of 1/1 creatures, power them up with soul catchers aerie, peck people to death unblockably!

I was lucky vs the squid deck because I drew the only creature in my deck to deal with the big monsters, lt kirtar, and didnt face the untargetable one.

It would be very easy to build a deck to totally trash me.

Now I have to make mine EVEN MORE POWERFULLLLLLL
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 01, 2012, 07:54:04 PM
Heh, shut up Finlay.
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Post by: oak_prince on July 03, 2012, 02:55:42 PM
No fireworks this year.

I've a friend who usually goes all out(400 bucks worth). Last year his psychotic neighbor decided to try to thwart our show by telling the police we were building bombs in the garage. It really killed my friend's enthusiasm for the holiday and since no one else wants to buy fireworks or has a good yard for it...  :icon_cry:
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Post by: towishimp on July 03, 2012, 08:28:44 PM
No fireworks this year.

I've a friend who usually goes all out(400 bucks worth). Last year his psychotic neighbor decided to try to thwart our show by telling the police we were building bombs in the garage. It really killed my friend's enthusiasm for the holiday and since no one else wants to buy fireworks or has a good yard for it...  :icon_cry:

Lame!  With how dry it's been here, I'm just hoping all the fireworks don't start a bunch of fires.  Mostly because I'll be working tomorrow night.
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Post by: oak_prince on July 03, 2012, 09:57:27 PM
It's been way too dry here as well.

You're a firefighter?
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Post by: towishimp on July 03, 2012, 10:05:25 PM
It's been way too dry here as well.

You're a firefighter?

Police/fire/EMS dispatcher.
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Post by: oak_prince on July 04, 2012, 08:57:21 PM
Pretty stressful? In any case, I hope you have an uneventful holiday.
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Post by: Obi on July 05, 2012, 09:08:22 AM
The biggest & Shittiest exam of my year is in three hours. Despite all my preparations, I'm most definitely not looking forward to it.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 05, 2012, 09:12:46 AM
Good luck...I am sure you will make it!
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 05, 2012, 12:54:17 PM
I'm not.  :-D
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Post by: Obi on July 05, 2012, 02:58:50 PM
Sorry to disappoint! It went a lot better than expected, nothing to make me overly confident I passed, but I have a good feeling about it :happy:
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Post by: MrDWhitey on July 05, 2012, 03:01:16 PM
 :cry:
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 05, 2012, 03:05:07 PM
Huzzah for Doc Obi!
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Post by: jlutin on July 05, 2012, 03:18:10 PM
What do you call a student who graduates dead last in Medical School?

Doctor.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 06, 2012, 04:02:34 PM
Apparently there was a police shoot out in front of my old college apartment complex (that I moved out of in may!)

http://www.myfoxdc.com/story/18962724/police-say-gunman-stole-cruiser-after-shootout (http://www.myfoxdc.com/story/18962724/police-say-gunman-stole-cruiser-after-shootout)
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Post by: towishimp on July 15, 2012, 07:32:09 AM
So it's 0329 hours and my relief isn't here.  I've already worked 12 hours today.  And 48 this week.  And I have to be back in to work 12 more tomorrow.  Turns out she's sick and neglected to inform anyone.  And Plan B will take another hour to execute, at which point I'll finally get to go home.  I'm not happy.   :icon_evil: :icon_evil: :icon_evil:
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Post by: Sig on July 15, 2012, 07:40:52 AM
I've been there Towi. That sucks, nothing really makes it feel better. You get overtime?
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Post by: towishimp on July 15, 2012, 07:13:48 PM
I've been there Towi. That sucks, nothing really makes it feel better. You get overtime?

Yeah, that's the only saving grace; I ended up with another 1.5 hours of OT pay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 16, 2012, 09:57:19 AM
Sick ...at home.

And just a few moments ago the Weib came in and tried to put some Ogryn Flesh wash on my arms...had to use the pillow.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on July 17, 2012, 05:56:34 AM
There's something of a snitch culture at my workplace. Is it really necessary to march into the uberboss' office because the janitor missed a spot or you don't like the fact that someone is feeding the resident tomcat?
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Post by: Finlay on July 17, 2012, 12:40:31 PM
FUCKING estate agents can FUCK off. Thieving bastard cunts! rahhhhhhhhh
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 17, 2012, 12:47:03 PM
Oh dear, what happened Finlay?
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Post by: Finlay on July 17, 2012, 01:00:22 PM
mould in our flat, and a fan to try and stop it. estate agents said we have to keep fan on all the time, as the problem was exarcebated by last tenants who hadn't (this is definitely in our contract- fine).

Fan broke, I phoned up and said come fix it, it's broken, it's meant to be on all the time.

They are now saying that either I need to clean the filters in the fan (taking a case of something wired into the mains. Am I a qualified electrician? no.) or we will be charged for the electricians coming to do it. Apparently this is in contract (not sure, need to check when get home). FUCK OFF.


Estate agents are generally shit anyway (massive amounts of misinformation on another house we were trying to buy, when we said they then said "oh no, they wouldnt have said that". Missed appointments for house viewings. Lying on house details. misinformation on house details. overpriced wanky rental market. shit customer service).

shit, incompetent and thieving bastards. I think they are my most hated profession, one above solicitors.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 17, 2012, 01:04:04 PM
Everything written in paper otherwise there might be trouble.

I hope it works out for you.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 17, 2012, 01:16:26 PM
mould in our flat, and a fan to try and stop it.

I am rather sceptical at this point of your story already ... Mould usually needs to be removed quickly. It doesn't stop by using a fan once it is there.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 17, 2012, 01:21:17 PM
Well a steady exchange of air can help reduce it but there should be some proper restauration done which is usually expensive and therefore most likely they don´t want to do it.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 17, 2012, 01:23:45 PM
If it is only a small spot, you can remove it yourself.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 17, 2012, 01:26:07 PM
Yes but you should figure out the origin of it, if you never circulate fresh air into your flat with two dogs breathing 24 hours and several plants also adding to humidity the rate of mold to appear will always be high, key is ventilation (here it is fine to just open all windows several times during the day and get fresh air in) and getting rid of existing mold, you can do this if it is not too much with concentrated alcohol.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 17, 2012, 01:48:38 PM
The house is absolutely fucked, it's not really fit to live in.

When we first viewed it, I touched the kitchen wall (brickwork) and it crumbled.

 She then spent 5 grand and about 4 months doing damp proofing, extensive work in the kitchen, and it was all fine when we moved in. (yes, I know, we shouldn’t have moved in… ) but the mould came back quite quickly. They asked us to tell them if it did, and it is in contract to keep fan on to circulate air.

At first we had health inspectors round, who said the mould was not dangerous, and they added some vents to the prefab wall between kitchen and living room. Now they just ignore us and say “all flats are damp, keep it ventilated and the heating on”

So when it’s hot, you want me to put the heating on… Who is paying my heating bill? If you want me to put it on, you can pay me.
And when it’s cold and snowing you expect me to have the windows open. With a baby in the flat. No.
Fine within reason (we have heating on when its cold, and open windows when it’s hot) but we are only going to do what we can, not have heating on when we don’t need it, and not open windows if it’s too cold for ted.



ALSO the toilet broke a while back, and it had a weird flushing mechanism, so the plumber had to order parts. It took 2 weeks for the parts to arrive. How much do new cisterns cost? Not much.

And we had to flush toilet using a bucket, throwing water into the toilet. Plumber was meant to leave a bucket. He didn’t. My wife phoned and said (because of course being shit incompetent bastards they hadn’t actually told us what was going on) toilet is still not working, no bucket here and the woman snidely said “we can bill the landlord for a 99 pence bucket if you want”.

I’m getting angry again!


And... we thought we were moving at beginning of august, in which case I wouldn't care, but the house sale has fallen through.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 17, 2012, 01:56:44 PM
Well, that sucks.
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Post by: jlutin on July 17, 2012, 02:01:11 PM
Wow, that really does suck.  How soon can you get out to something decent?
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Post by: Finlay on July 17, 2012, 02:15:12 PM
Wow, that really does suck.  How soon can you get out to something decent?
Don’t know. I don’t want to rent again, well we can’t really, for two reasons. I don’t want to move twice. And new contract would be 12 months. We could rent for a year and then buy, just to get out of the dampplace, but then we are wasting money on rent when we are in a position to get out of the rental market.

The sellers of the house we want (it fell through due to a boundary disoute on the house they tried to buy) are “considering” moving into rented (We agreed sale on 30th of may.) but they have 3 kids as well so I know they wont want to. We bought the house priced to sell as they wanted quick sale to buy the one they have seen. Now they aren’t going to that one, they might be quite happy for us to drop out to see if they can get more money for it. But we are cash buying.

And we can’t really look at houses as my wife is away with work until august.

So I figure I’ll start looking for places again, and then if I like any my wife can view them in august, and if we find somewhere we like then can pull out of the stalled sale, only lost £600 (solicitors, survey).

The worst thing is the sellers have not been communicative- did not tell us of their dispute till I chased why we hadn’t had contracts, and did not tell us it had fallen through till I chased again, so it makes me want to not deal with them.



And my mum is totally irrational/hot headed (mm, wonder where I get that from) and really bad with advice.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 17, 2012, 02:48:22 PM
I don't know what to say, really. I hope you get it all sorted soon.
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Post by: jlutin on July 17, 2012, 03:09:21 PM
I know I am speaking from half a world away and not having to deal with it but...

When things suck that bad where you live, you simply have to get out if there is any way possible.  Every single day you are drug down more and more with the foulness and the anger it generates.  Yes, renting and moving sucks, but if you can get into a place that does not depress you every day, then it's well worth it.  In a couple weeks (after all the pain) you'll feel a lot better and things in general will be so much better.

I know people who have trapped themselves into homes/apartments that are hell.  They never recover until they get out and until they do things get worse and worse.  They are stressed more, sick more and in general make worse and worse decisions personally and professionally.  When they get out they often start fixing those other bad things and start a quick recovery.  You may not be drug down that much now, but over time it will get you down.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on July 18, 2012, 04:41:27 AM
I have a couch you can crash on Finlay. Plus it'll mean a move to a better country.  :engel:
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Post by: Midaski on July 18, 2012, 12:35:26 PM
I've been through something similar with my mum's flat in a block, and we ended up getting the owners to change the property management company, and getting compensation monies back into the resident's association coffers.

They can write what they like in 'contracts' but there is still an argument for what is "reasonable and fair"

Mould is unacceptable and should be dealt with "properly" by the landlord and/or their agents.

I would hint you have "taken advice" and also spoken to social services because of the baby, and suggest you have been told there is a good case for court action and 'substantial compensation'.
Then you say you would really prefer to sort it out in a reasonable manner, and not involve expensive legal process "unless you have to".

I've always found that this sort of 'bluff' works quite well - it shows you are not going to roll over, and the possibility of a severe loss of money prompts action.

These letting or management agents work on a fee  - the less hassle the more profitable - the less they do the more profitable.
You have to make them realise you are going to make their life very very busy unless they take prompt and effective action.

If the landlord is also hassled then he also will feel the agents he hired to take away the hassle are not doing their job either.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 18, 2012, 01:26:57 PM
Great advice.
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Post by: jlutin on July 18, 2012, 01:52:08 PM
I would put my effort into getting out rather than getting it fixed.  If it can be fixed (and I doubt that) the walls will have to be torn off to get access to interior spaces.  You don't want to live there during that.
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Post by: Midaski on July 18, 2012, 02:29:54 PM
I would put my effort into getting out rather than getting it fixed. 

He just wants to get by for a couple of months until he can find a house to buy.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 18, 2012, 03:37:16 PM
Well if they can´t fix it without too much hazzle there might be a rent decrease in place.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on July 20, 2012, 08:41:53 PM
Today at about 1 PM we had to put my dog down. She was in a lot of pain and probably would have only lived just a few more days anyway (cancer), but I still lost my best friend.

I really don't have any words beyond that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on July 20, 2012, 10:26:10 PM
Today at about 1 PM we had to put my dog down. She was in a lot of pain and probably would have only lived just a few more days anyway (cancer), but I still lost my best friend.

I really don't have any words beyond that.

Sorry to hear that, t.  I've been there before; that's never an easy day.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 24, 2012, 05:55:01 AM
Sloooooooow day in the office today.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 24, 2012, 08:31:07 AM
Sloooooooow day in the office today.

Shouldn't that be in the happy thread?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on July 24, 2012, 09:42:52 AM
Sloooooooow day in the office today.

Shouldn't that be in the happy thread?  :engel:

Hahaha, nothing happy about 4:30 taking forever to come around.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on July 24, 2012, 10:41:41 PM
The company I guard had a raffle for some outdated computers that had been replaced. You'd think they were auctioning off BMWs or something. Had to listen to tons of morons complaining they couldn't sign up after the raffle was over and other morons asking if they won even though the flier for the raffle said that winners would be e-mailed. I actually caught a dumbass riffling through papers behind the receptionist's desk trying to find the winners' list.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on July 24, 2012, 11:52:45 PM
I know the feeling.  We get folks who ask if they can have our old's PC's.  That is after it sets on a desk for 3 or 4 years.  It then goes out to a quarry or yard where it fills up with lime dust for another 2 or 3 years until is dies from something.  Yea, right, we want to give you that POS just so you can complain about how it doesn't work or won't run anything.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on August 02, 2012, 06:52:20 PM
A family member of mine was robbed at gunpoint(and is okay atm).

The genius perp was caught on a traffic cam and chucked the non-money contents of the wallet a couple blocks away, leaving fingerprints. Hope that 26 bucks was worth going to prison.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on August 02, 2012, 08:17:14 PM
A family member of mine was robbed at gunpoint(and is okay atm).

The genius perp was caught on a traffic cam and chucked the non-money contents of the wallet a couple blocks away, leaving fingerprints. Hope that 26 bucks was worth going to prison.

Sorry to hear that, hope they're okay as they move past it.  Glad they caught the guy, at least.  As we say in my business, "Thank god for the stupidity of the average criminal."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on August 04, 2012, 10:03:25 PM
Never play airhockey with your knuckles, it really bloody hurts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on August 04, 2012, 11:06:19 PM
Never play airhockey with your knuckles, it really bloody hurts.

You had to learn that!?!  Dude, I've played games of air hockey -- using the paddle, mind you -- where I went home bleeding.  It's a fairly brutal game when played competively.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on August 05, 2012, 01:17:18 AM
At first we tried playing it with only our lungs, but we had to give up when both were lying on the floor, gasping for air, and neither had scored a single goal.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 05, 2012, 04:05:56 AM
Nasty little virus has removed the Windows Update service from my computer. Virus came out without much work, but you need Windows Update to fix Windows update....nice little catch 22. Looks like a reformats on the cards...yay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 06, 2012, 08:56:02 PM
Between my departments and community organizations I am in leadership in... over the past ten days there has a been a death, 2 quits plus a firing of a CEO in one of the departments.

The Suckage is strong this summer.
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Post by: wissenlander on August 07, 2012, 03:26:04 PM
That's rough man.  Sorry to hear that.
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Post by: mr chumley warner on August 07, 2012, 04:41:02 PM
Hi Guys,

i only found the back table yesterday , lol.

I like this string..

It's great to share problems.

=====================

One of my gripes is ongoing... The CEO boss man of the company I work for is basically devoid of emotion.

Either he's been bullied as a child, (probably as he grew up in a bad part of Glasgow) , or has taken sheet for so long he's hardened and now dishes it out.

Imagine working for a company where the boss will lose his temper , and start F'ing and blinding in meetings or on the phone.

He's in his early 60's now, and often get's things wrong, or tells you one thing , and two weeks later changes tact.

You can never pick him up on it, or question is authority, he will destroy you if you do.

I've been with the company 9 years next month..

The reason I can't escape is that the money is very good!

I've sort of become emotionless myself in my day to day job, sales targets year on year get silly, the pressures get so intense that it's just better to ignore and not worry.

I've started to become harsh myself, hardened to a difficult business environment, arguing with staff, customers , suppliers etc, I can't trust anyone!

The other sales managers want to out strip you, the suppliers want to screw more money from you, customers demand more for less, and management want more for less!

I swear one day I'll write a book about my time as a sales manager for a PLC, but for now i'll keep taking flak and focusing on the wage every month!

hehe

I can't think of another job where everyone is an enemy, apart from politics.

It's lucky I have read books like ''48 laws of power'' or i would be ill equipped to handle the Roman Courtroom lifestyle I live with!

(every man a backstabber etc)..

I always tell myself when it get's bad, - think of all the good men who died in the war, so that I could have a chance..

Maybe I need a change, but private sector corporate is pure evil everywhere !

 :eusa_wall:
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Post by: mr chumley warner on August 07, 2012, 04:42:35 PM
Between my departments and community organizations I am in leadership in... over the past ten days there has a been a death, 2 quits plus a firing of a CEO in one of the departments.

The Suckage is strong this summer.

The UK economy is like a patient in coma at the moment.

I can see sackings imminent at my work.

Good luck to you sir
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 07, 2012, 04:44:51 PM
Good thing you have found this forum chumley where friends have nothing in mind but your best interest.......you really should come to the Eurobash next year.......and bring ALL your minis!!!

 :icon_twisted:
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Post by: mr chumley warner on August 07, 2012, 06:12:45 PM
I would have to drive and fill my whole boot and car with army carriers!  :eusa_wall:
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Post by: BAWTRM on August 07, 2012, 07:47:36 PM
Fixed that for you Chumley!!



I've sort of become emotionless myself in my day to day hobby, painting targets week on week get silly, the pressures get so intense that it's just better to ignore and not worry.

I've started to become harsh myself, hardened to a difficult business environment, arguing with staff, customers , suppliers etc, I can't trust anyone!

The other painters want to out strip you, the E-bay sellers want to screw more money from you, forumites demand more for less, and I want more minis for less!

I swear one day I'll write a book about my time as a GW-mini-addict, but for now i'll keep taking flak and focusing on the painting every day!

hehe
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 07, 2012, 08:03:58 PM
I would have to drive and fill my whole boot and car with army carriers!  :eusa_wall:


Then just bring a sample selection...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on August 08, 2012, 04:48:50 AM
I hate it when I shoot a skunk.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on August 08, 2012, 05:15:04 AM
I hate it when I shoot a skunk.

Why shoot at animals if you aren't sure what they are?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on August 08, 2012, 07:28:03 AM
LOL

 :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 08, 2012, 08:28:10 AM
Pepé le PEW PEW PEW!!!?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on August 08, 2012, 11:10:56 AM
Hey guys,  I think i'm drinking too much strong coffee ,

like I buy this Columbian strength 5 beans, grind em up, once a day at 11 am if i work from home, i drink a massively strong brew,

 it wires me up
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on August 08, 2012, 03:05:01 PM
I hate it when I shoot a skunk.

Why shoot at animals if you aren't sure what they are?
I knew it was a skunk  :lol: I just hate it when I have to shoot a skunk. The kill the baby peafowl  :-(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on August 08, 2012, 04:38:23 PM
You're raising peacocks? Nice.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 08, 2012, 08:24:37 PM
He he he.

He said cock.

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/cast.jpg)

He he he

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 08, 2012, 11:11:39 PM
Copped a ball to the face at volleyball last night. Snapped the arm on my glasses - knew I should have invested in contacts...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 09, 2012, 06:16:26 AM
And the bridge of your nose probably hurt like hell.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 09, 2012, 11:37:11 AM
Oh Back Table. You completely suck currently.
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Post by: jlutin on August 09, 2012, 01:43:43 PM
Oh Back Table. You completely suck currently.

Does Aldaris need a hug.

(http://chzmemebase.files.wordpress.com/2012/05/seor-gif-hugging-cat.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 09, 2012, 02:32:26 PM
The whole BT needs a hug. And some nice chick to suck out all the venom and fundamentalist navel gazing, and another one to bring some of the fun back in. This is beginning to look like "Stalin vs. McCarthy: King of the Cage".
 :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 09, 2012, 02:39:55 PM
Who's winning?


I mean, we all know who'll be whining...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 09, 2012, 02:42:10 PM
 :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 09, 2012, 02:45:58 PM
I have fun in the BT!

you need to play more MTG online aldaris.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on August 09, 2012, 02:53:58 PM
I'm winning because I quit while I was ahead!  :-P Neither side understands the others point of view and neither side even seems to want to. So I don't think I'm getting involved in these threads anymore  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 09, 2012, 03:54:52 PM
Delete everything and start again!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 09, 2012, 06:52:56 PM
I'm winning because I quit while I was ahead!  :-P Neither side understands the others point of view and neither side even seems to want to. So I don't think I'm getting involved in these threads anymore  :engel:

I don't understand any words coming out of your mouth.

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/NEsNCAsByWrYwA_1_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 09, 2012, 06:58:10 PM
The whole BT needs a hug. And some nice chick to suck out all the venom and fundamentalist navel gazing, and another one to bring some of the fun back in. This is beginning to look like "Stalin vs. McCarthy: King of the Cage".
 :|

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/220px-Stalin_lg_zlx1.jpg)
vs
(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/Jenny-McCarthy-jenny-mccarthy-29022.jpg)

As nice as the stache is... McCarthy wins.  Capitalism FTW!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on August 09, 2012, 11:56:42 PM

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/Jenny-McCarthy-jenny-mccarthy-29022.jpg)

As nice as the stache is... McCarthy wins.  Capitalism FTW!
Yes  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on August 10, 2012, 03:57:29 AM
And the bridge of your nose probably hurt like hell.

Nah, was fine actually. Glanced off the eye socket.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 12, 2012, 11:44:33 PM
The Olympics is over :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 13, 2012, 01:12:45 AM
I was getting tired of them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on August 13, 2012, 02:28:22 AM
I hardly paid them any mind.  We won, right?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on August 13, 2012, 09:14:14 AM
(http://fun-gallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Michael-Phelps-Olympic-Celebration.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 13, 2012, 09:27:07 AM
I was getting tired of them.


So were most athletes...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 13, 2012, 10:12:49 AM
I loved almost every minute. Amazing games. I'm glad I went to watch the marathon, but still regret not going to watch some hockey and cycling. Roll on Rio!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 13, 2012, 10:16:24 AM
... but still regret not going to watch some hockey ...

Women's finale eh? Maybe it's because the Dutch girls look 'ordinary' to me, but I thought the Argentinians had more real lookers in their ranks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 13, 2012, 02:02:41 PM
(http://fun-gallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Michael-Phelps-Olympic-Celebration.gif)

That is pretty awesome... made me chuckle.

This one too.

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/u-s-men-rowing-team.jpg)

You don't even have to zoom in to get the full effect.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on August 13, 2012, 04:16:03 PM
Highly relevant: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lutXQDOoI3M (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lutXQDOoI3M)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 14, 2012, 07:30:46 PM
Break in and vandalism in the club house the day before yesterday  :icon_cry:
The police won't even go into the case...

(http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/484081_10151102275429233_1394405162_n.jpg)

(http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/409631_10151102276254233_673124637_n.jpg)

(http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/418785_10151102276189233_778664594_n.jpg)
(http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/226252_10151102275624233_892576502_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 14, 2012, 10:15:51 PM
That's shit !

Why aren't police interested?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 15, 2012, 05:57:03 AM
They have other priorities...


At least, that's what the Belgians would say.


Sucks McKnight. Perhaps listen around, try to find the perps yourself and give the info to the cops. Perhaps they'll act then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 15, 2012, 07:43:55 AM
Excactly, Soth. They don't have the resources for anything anymore. Its a city with 30.000 inhabitants in the provinse, but they have no money. Its the same in the city i live in with 300k...

Anyway, I live 4 hours away (by train) so I can't follow the clues. Which is hard. The club rooms are rented at this place, which has surveilance, but i doubt they have anything usefull..

sigh, i think its a dead end. This is the fourth break-in in 4 years. But the first vandalism.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 15, 2012, 07:47:07 AM
I think checking the surveillance might be a good start other than that are there teenagers loitering around the place? Are there club members living closer by that can check into it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on August 15, 2012, 07:59:56 AM
rough mate, what town is that?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: McKnight on August 15, 2012, 08:19:35 AM
Yea there is also a motorshop thing for youth out there (it is a bit outside the city), but it might also just be drunk idiots - its hard to tell. But its clear they didnt come to steal.

I will let the landlord follow up on it, if he does. Yea Fandir, most of the members live there so they responded very quickly to the break-in :)

The town is called Soenderborg :)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 15, 2012, 09:51:21 AM
Douchebag vandalists!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 15, 2012, 05:49:35 PM
shooting a 4 blocks from my work this morning.

http://www.myfoxdc.com/story/19284834/family-research-council-security-guard-shot (http://www.myfoxdc.com/story/19284834/family-research-council-security-guard-shot)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on August 15, 2012, 08:01:57 PM
You and Grutch should definitely switch homes for a year.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 15, 2012, 08:10:06 PM
actually where I live now is quite nice, where I lived 2 months ago was not.  My job is smack dab int he middle of washington DC
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 19, 2012, 03:34:58 PM
Both my PC and my back-up PC are dead, my clients' e-mail addresses gone, no access to the legal dictionaries I urgently need, the computer expert who usually fixes such things on vacation till Thursday, and two translations to deliver tomorrow.  :eusa_wall:  :eusa_wall:  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 19, 2012, 03:35:47 PM
And on top of all that.....one of the hottest day in years there even is a heat warning on the German weather service.
 :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gorgash Redfang on August 20, 2012, 12:51:47 AM
Both my PC and my back-up PC are dead, my clients' e-mail addresses gone, no access to the legal dictionaries I urgently need, the computer expert who usually fixes such things on vacation till Thursday, and two translations to deliver tomorrow.  :eusa_wall:  :eusa_wall:  :eusa_wall:
First rule of computing
1. Make back ups
2. Make back ups
3. Make back ups

Yes i know they are all the same, but with the statistics of how frail hard drives back ups are #1
I have over 4 Terabytes of data  ::heretic:: 1 of my 2 Tb drives are for back up ONLY
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 20, 2012, 05:24:36 AM
I have been very lucky, the hard drive is still working. The problem is I cannot access the 'old data' I need for work (accounting, translations, specialised dictionaries, e-mails and e-mail addresses of my clients) at the moment. A second PC I could have switched to would have been the right thing to do, I guess.

But you are absolutely right! I'll also make more and better back-ups in the future.  :icon_redface:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on August 20, 2012, 02:13:41 PM
I have been very lucky, the hard drive is still working. The problem is I cannot access the 'old data' I need for work (accounting, translations, specialised dictionaries, e-mails and e-mail addresses of my clients) at the moment. A second PC I could have switched to would have been the right thing to do, I guess.

But you are absolutely right! I'll also make more and better back-ups in the future.  :icon_redface:

I would give this program a shot...

http://www.grc.com/spinrite.htm
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gorgash Redfang on August 20, 2012, 06:41:16 PM
I have been very lucky, the hard drive is still working. The problem is I cannot access the 'old data' I need for work (accounting, translations, specialised dictionaries, e-mails and e-mail addresses of my clients) at the moment. A second PC I could have switched to would have been the right thing to do, I guess.

But you are absolutely right! I'll also make more and better back-ups in the future.  :icon_redface:
Huh?!?  Was the data deleted?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 20, 2012, 08:17:19 PM
Fortunately not as I didn't have any back-up.

I just cannot access it because my PC doesn't boot. All I know for now is that power supply unit, RAM modules and graphic card aren't the reason. I suppose I'll have to buy a new one.  :icon_frown:

Still working on Fandir's laptop BTW ...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on August 21, 2012, 10:33:10 AM
Is it a laptop? If you need access to your data and you know the HDD is working you can just connect it to any other PC and boot it up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 21, 2012, 11:22:47 AM
@Thank you all for trying to help me.

Apart from my accounting data, I can access everything now. My PC is dead, presumably the main board or the processor.
I'll have to buy a new one. But at least, no data is lost and I am able to work again. Time to switch to the Happy thoughts thread.   :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 21, 2012, 11:24:25 AM
There is a storm in the air........happy enough ?  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on September 02, 2012, 08:50:15 AM
Say no to shots. My poor liver.

You'd think I would learnt by now, but no...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 02, 2012, 04:53:38 PM
Faceplanted in the bathroom at 4:30 in the morning. Blood everywhere. My nose isn't broken, but it hurts like hell.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 02, 2012, 05:04:34 PM
Bummer, at least you kept your teeth. Drinking?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 02, 2012, 07:22:12 PM
Lots.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 02, 2012, 07:25:43 PM
Lots.

An important lesson on the road to being a pro at drinking, such as myself.   :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 02, 2012, 07:29:04 PM
I'm honestly amazed something like this hasn't happened before now. Still better than the girl I know who got a concussion from falling off a 6 foot ledge while drinking.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 03, 2012, 04:37:17 AM
Best cornerback is out for the year with a torn ACL. This happened in the first 5 minutes of the first game.

Kill me now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2012, 08:57:19 PM
(http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r316/cannonofdoom/finger.jpg)

I did this to myself.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Wigmar on September 03, 2012, 09:15:48 PM
That's not a thought, it's a picture! Get some antibacterial and a plaster on...now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2012, 09:16:58 PM
That's not a thought, it's a picture! Get some antibacterial and a plaster on...now.

Nah, it's fine.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Wigmar on September 03, 2012, 09:21:41 PM
Ok, I suppose we all know our finger-cut medicine quite well around here so I probably shouldn't tell you what to do.  :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2012, 10:30:37 PM
Ok, I suppose we all know our finger-cut medicine quite well around here so I probably shouldn't tell you what to do.  :icon_rolleyes:

I heal fast.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on September 03, 2012, 10:41:17 PM
Was this a hobby-related injury?

I had to submit my prints to Uncle Sam to get my current job. I looked at the screen and most of my fingers had tiny scars on them. I think warhammer's to blame.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 03, 2012, 10:55:43 PM
Was this a hobby-related injury?

I had to submit my prints to Uncle Sam to get my current job. I looked at the screen and most of my fingers had tiny scars on them. I think warhammer's to blame.

Work related. I slammed it in a door. It split the skin and there was a flap hanging. It annoyed me, so I cut it off with a pair of cuticle scissors.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 03, 2012, 11:18:51 PM
Tis but a flesh wound.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 04, 2012, 05:06:32 AM
Tis but a flesh wound.

By definition!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 04, 2012, 05:10:05 PM
After finally taking heart and posting some pictures of the minis I painted in a German forum for miniature painters, I got some rather unfriendly answers like 'I don't even know where to start criticising ... the list of your mistakes would be so long it would take me too long even to start commenting'    :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 05, 2012, 04:02:16 AM
To prove my awesome healing powers, here is the finger today:

(http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r316/cannonofdoom/4A401988-B5AE-45DB-8A2D-A8D980F60981-2372-00000407862E81B6.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on September 05, 2012, 07:51:19 AM
After finally taking heart and posting some pictures of the minis I painted in a German forum for miniature painters, I got some rather unfriendly answers like 'I don't even know where to start criticising ... the list of your mistakes would be so long it would take me too long even to start commenting'    :unsure:

Remember the following: the internet is full of self-righteous twats. And now look at the first minis you painted (your old Dwarfs) and the stuff you currently do. You have improved by several hundred percent, and I'd say you're definitely in the upper half of skill nowadays looking at the people I know. No, you're not Golden Demon standard yet. Yes, you paint quite a bit above average. So don't let yourself be discouraged by people like this, and just answer "oh yeah? well, at least I get to have sex now and then."
 :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 05, 2012, 08:29:04 AM
I'll keep this in mind in case I happen to meet the guy in person.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 05, 2012, 09:07:31 AM
Every true artist will tell you not to compare your work to the work of others, but to your own work to track your improvement. Those guys sound like big jerks, who wouldn't know the value of art over technique if it bit them in the face.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Odominus on September 05, 2012, 10:46:23 PM
Tell them David Hasselhoff is a girlie man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 06, 2012, 12:19:51 PM
what's worse, whinging, or whinging about whinging?


MOANING OLD WOMEN AT WORK, STFUUUUUUUUUUUUU
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 06, 2012, 12:22:40 PM
Aw, c'mon son, don't get so agitated.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 06, 2012, 12:34:54 PM
Aw, c'mon son, don't get so agitated.
No. He has the right to whine about whiners whinging about whining.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 06, 2012, 12:39:00 PM
She moans all the time about her office, but today she is working in our office (where she wants to work) and is moaning about not having the stuff she needs here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 06, 2012, 01:20:05 PM
Punch her in the ovaries.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on September 06, 2012, 02:01:16 PM
Old farts at the office are the worst. Especially if they're really into outdated technology(voicemail, fax, et al).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 06, 2012, 02:40:13 PM
Matrix printers....

*SKREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEENZT*
*SKREEEE-SKREEEE-SKREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEN*
*GRATTA-GRATTA-GRATTA*
*SKREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE...............*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 08, 2012, 03:19:21 AM
I need to gain 10 pounds...... In 2 weeks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on September 08, 2012, 05:09:59 AM
Hmm, not enough time to put on more muscle.

Got an Arby's nearby?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 08, 2012, 06:17:20 AM
No unfortunately. I'm gorging myself on bananas, peanut-butter and beer!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 08, 2012, 10:30:53 AM
If there's any truth to eating salt making you retain water, maybe load up on that so you can retain an extra pound's worth?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 08, 2012, 03:55:19 PM
Old farts at the office are the worst. Especially if they're really into outdated technology(voicemail, fax, et al).

I think old farts in general are the worst, but that's just because of my job.  Old people are about 50% of my calls for service, and it's usually because they fell down or they're pissed at teenagers because they're acting like teenagers...you know, such heinous crimes as riding skateboards, talking loudly in front of their house, or setting off fireworks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 08, 2012, 04:01:01 PM
You do realise that you are the old farts of tomorrow, don't you?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 08, 2012, 04:18:56 PM
If there's any truth to eating salt making you retain water, maybe load up on that so you can retain an extra pound's worth?
I'll try that! thanks. before I go to get weighed in I'm just going to stuff myself and not poop till after....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on September 08, 2012, 04:25:02 PM
I think old farts in general are the worst, but that's just because of my job.  Old people are about 50% of my calls for service, and it's usually because they fell down or they're pissed at teenagers because they're acting like teenagers...you know, such heinous crimes as riding skateboards, talking loudly in front of their house, or setting off fireworks.

My friend's psychotic neighbor likes to call 911 on us - notably for "building bombs in the garage"(fireworks) or "lighting fires"(having a firepit). Is it common to actually prosecute people who tie up the emergency lines with BS?

You do realise that you are the old farts of tomorrow, don't you?

I mean to be a cool old person like Patrick Stewart, Roy Dotrice, Bettie White, Sean Connery, et cetera.  :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 08, 2012, 04:59:00 PM
Is it common to actually prosecute people who tie up the emergency lines with BS?

We (dispatchers) wish!  It's actually very hard to make a case for those charges, because you have to prove malicious intent.  If -- in their senile, delusional world -- they have a legit concern, it's a legit call.  Plus, it's good customer service to treat every call as important (and we do, even if we're fuming through the forced smile).   

You do realise that you are the old farts of tomorrow, don't you?

Not me, baby.  I plan to be dead before I get anywhere near 60.  Better to burn out than to fade away.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 08, 2012, 05:29:51 PM
With the way medical science is going, being old just gets better and better. Hell 60 is nothing. My dad's 62 and when I went to buy a pullup bar for working out at home, he busted out 5 pullups without breaking a sweat to "test that it could take your weight" (show off).

Old senile people, that's another story. The number of calls we get from old people trying to donate blood despite having had like 5 heart attacks is ridiculous.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 08, 2012, 06:21:30 PM
With the way medical science is going, being old just gets better and better. Hell 60 is nothing. My dad's 62 and when I went to buy a pullup bar for working out at home, he busted out 5 pullups without breaking a sweat to "test that it could take your weight" (show off).

Old senile people, that's another story. The number of calls we get from old people trying to donate blood despite having had like 5 heart attacks is ridiculous.

Yeah, maybe you're right...I could still be having fun at 60.  I'll be eligible to retire at 55 (as if that'll still be true 25 years from now!); I definitely plan to stick around as long as I'm working and therefore productive.  After that, I'm gone.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 08, 2012, 07:48:08 PM
I'm still having fun ............................  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 08, 2012, 08:33:26 PM
I'll be eligible to retire at 55 (as if that'll still be true 25 years from now!); I definitely plan to stick around as long as I'm working and therefore productive.  After that, I'm gone.

By the time you are 55, it is likely that the retirement age will be 70. :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 08, 2012, 08:55:14 PM
By the time you are 55, it is likely that the retirement age will be 70. :icon_wink:

Tell me about it.  In that case, I'll just go on a suicide vacation after I get my 20-year bonus check and have topped out my vacation time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on September 08, 2012, 11:31:00 PM
So yes the Badgers played like shit today but god damn it another shit call to end the game for them....total BS man.....
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 08, 2012, 11:52:38 PM
Yeah that was straight up pathetic. You guys are not as advertised this season. It sucks. I've been there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on September 09, 2012, 01:01:51 AM
And it extremely perplexing too. I mean yeah Wisconsin lost a lot of talent but the Oline is still supposed to be pretty good though today (and last week to a point) the offensive play calling by the new coordinator has been very strange. Now I understand teams that have shit run games giving up after 1-10 run fails but the Badgers try and bash through since their linemen are often larger and more athletic than opponents. Oh well...though on a side not why don't we have a NCAA Football thread in The Back Table?

I mean if anything to vent my hatred of the Wolverines and their fans ;).......
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 14, 2012, 02:25:04 AM
I hate lawyers that do a half ass job and flail around doing damage.

I hate lawyers that enable that shit instead of standing up to it.

I hate lawyers that are arrogant pricks who tell the same fucking stories over and over while you pay them.

And finally I hate lawyers who are lazy pussies.

Yea, today sucked.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on September 14, 2012, 02:34:09 PM
I hate lawyers that do a half ass job and flail around doing damage.

I hate lawyers that enable that shit instead of standing up to it.

I hate lawyers that are arrogant pricks who tell the same fucking stories over and over while you pay them.

And finally I hate lawyers who are lazy pussies.

Yea, today sucked.

:cheers:
:engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 14, 2012, 02:41:52 PM
lawyers rank slightly below estate agents on my douchehog list.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Perambulator on September 14, 2012, 08:26:18 PM
lawyers rank slightly below estate agents on my douchehog list.

I love you too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 14, 2012, 09:07:47 PM
Speaking of lawyers and unhappy random thoughts...

I may have to get a lawyer soon.  My wife said she'd take care of our dissolution herself (she works at the county divorce court), but it's been about a month now.  My polite inquiries have met with excuses.  I'm contemplating an ultimatum; if she continues to drag her feet, I'm going to have to hire a lawyer to draw up the paperwork. 

The thing that bugs me is I'm not sure what the holdup is.  This whole divorce thing was her idea in the first place.  I've asked her if something's changed or if there's something holding her back, but she's repeatedly said that there isn't.  My only theory (based on hearsay) is that she's upset with how well I'm doing (I was a bit of a mess when we were married, but our separation has really let me find myself and work out a lot of my issues).  I just want the closure, and the assurance that she's not going to mess with my taking over the house (which I've been living in since she left).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 15, 2012, 05:02:42 AM
Speaking of lawyers and unhappy random thoughts...

I may have to get a lawyer soon.  My wife said she'd take care of our dissolution herself (she works at the county divorce court), but it's been about a month now.  My polite inquiries have met with excuses.  I'm contemplating an ultimatum; if she continues to drag her feet, I'm going to have to hire a lawyer to draw up the paperwork. 

The thing that bugs me is I'm not sure what the holdup is.  This whole divorce thing was her idea in the first place.  I've asked her if something's changed or if there's something holding her back, but she's repeatedly said that there isn't.  My only theory (based on hearsay) is that she's upset with how well I'm doing (I was a bit of a mess when we were married, but our separation has really let me find myself and work out a lot of my issues).  I just want the closure, and the assurance that she's not going to mess with my taking over the house (which I've been living in since she left).

She could be setting you up for a huge score.  After all, she has all the information, knowledge and power.

Lawyer up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 15, 2012, 10:40:11 AM
+1, get a lawyer mate. Think of it as another type of insurance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 15, 2012, 06:15:03 PM
Lawyer up, hit the gym, delete facebook.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 15, 2012, 07:49:52 PM
Lawyer up, hit the gym, delete facebook.

Is that your advice for Towi or just for anyone in general?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 15, 2012, 07:56:09 PM
Lawyer up, hit the gym, delete facebook.

Not bad advice.  Debating the lawyer, been working out a lot, and have blocked or de-friended her and all her friends.  So doing pretty good.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 15, 2012, 10:13:51 PM
You have to go farther than that.  Her lawyer will troll it for bad information about you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 15, 2012, 10:18:09 PM
You have to go farther than that.  Her lawyer will troll it for bad information about you.
It's true. They actually do that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 15, 2012, 10:39:49 PM
You have to go farther than that.  Her lawyer will troll it for bad information about you.
It's true. They actually do that.

This is all sounding a bit paranoid.  I don't doubt that they actually do that, but three things: 1) I'll double check, but my Facebook is pretty tame.  I've not uttered a single bad thing about my wife.  2) We're still going for a dissolution, so she's not trying to get anything out of me...unless she's prepping to go for divorce in secret.  And to do that, she'd lose all her friends and social standing in her life.  3) From the people I've talked to, she'd have a tough time getting anything out of me, anyhow.  I made less than her for most of the marriage, we've been separated for six months, and she cheated on me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 15, 2012, 11:25:40 PM
Be paranoid.  A bitch that would cheat on you would set you up for a shitty divorce.

But shop well for your lawyer.  There is a wide range in quality and it's hard to find a good one.

My rage earlier was because I asked for one lawyer, they gave me a more senior one at the same firm and...  well...  Rage.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 16, 2012, 10:04:45 AM
My son can climb out of his cot.

He's 14 months.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 16, 2012, 01:29:22 PM
Yea, that sucks.  We had one of those kids.   She was a little monkey.  We had to cover her crib until we felt she was ready for a bed on the floor.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 16, 2012, 05:58:02 PM
My son can climb out of his cot.

He's 14 months.

I actually thought that was normal, both my kids did that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 16, 2012, 10:21:44 PM
My boy never did that, but he doesn't get out of his bed unless we tell him to. He's content to sit there and play or look at his books. Weirdo.  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on September 17, 2012, 02:47:36 AM
The NHL is officially locked out. Again. :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 18, 2012, 01:48:38 AM
I am not gaining nearly enough weight fast enough. Physical is on Wednesday....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 18, 2012, 04:23:01 AM
I am not gaining nearly enough weight fast enough. Physical is on Wednesday....

 :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 18, 2012, 04:24:13 AM
I wish I had that problem.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 20, 2012, 01:46:48 AM
I passed the weight fine thank god but I have a mole on my back they didn't like the look of so I have a dermatologist consultation for it  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 20, 2012, 11:22:09 AM
You mean like this one?

(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j373/BAWTRM/Mole_zps31ab5aef.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 20, 2012, 11:24:07 AM
You shouldn´t be concerned too much the same happened to me during my short time in the military.....oh you have a mole there we should have it checked......uhmmmm sure.....a few minutes later they had cut it out with a scalpel. They just want to slice and dice once in a while.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 20, 2012, 11:39:01 AM
Excadrill is my fucking favourite pokemon from b/w
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 20, 2012, 11:58:17 AM
Excadrill is my fucking favourite pokemon from b/w

That is indeed an extremely unhappy thought. So depressing.... :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 20, 2012, 12:25:11 PM
I'm unhappy with how many good games they are spamming out at the moment. when am I gonna get the time to play the new pokemans game?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on September 20, 2012, 03:50:12 PM
Somebody chunked out over the summer (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2205629/Lady-Gaga-shows-new-fuller-figure-gaining-30lbs-favourite-carnivorous-creation.html).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 21, 2012, 02:22:19 AM
My new history professor literally doesn't know how to write a paper assignment. Her latest trick is to tell us to write a thesis for a paper on a website, without any indication of whether that's supposed to be on how the website is designed and conveys it's information, or on the information conveyed, or both, or something else entirely.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 23, 2012, 01:02:24 AM
Three straight INTs kill me now oh God why am I watching this catastrophe.

Edit: Make that 4
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on September 23, 2012, 12:42:35 PM
Three straight INTs kill me now oh God why am I watching this catastrophe.

Edit: Make that 4
The 4th one wasn't in a row, if that makes you feel any better.

 :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 23, 2012, 03:05:35 PM
I honestly lost count after the third.

My only solace is that you guys did worse.

Edit: And that while Denard deserves a lot of blame, that was the worst game plan I've seen out of Borges, which is saying something. We should have been up 14-0 in the first, but he kept running stupid trick plays in the red zone that ended in INT, missed field goal, fumble. And that our D actually was pretty dominant, held them to less than 5 yards a play and less than 3 yards a carry. For once in the past 3 years we somehow lost on offense.

Oh, and that the Big Ten is easily the worst AQ division aside from the Big East and the Legends division will come down to our game, and the championship on whether Wisconsin finds an offensive line in the next two months.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 23, 2012, 04:17:28 PM
Just finished with a tournament, 4 defeats and one draw!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 23, 2012, 04:38:22 PM
And why is this in the unhappy?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 23, 2012, 05:16:37 PM
It has obviously made a terrible impression on me. I'm cutting my wrists over it right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 23, 2012, 05:37:16 PM
Like a proper Warhammer player would do.....what is wrong with you? Have you met a girl? Found a meaning in your existance?
 :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on September 23, 2012, 08:02:59 PM
My only solace is that you guys did worse.
3-1 or 2-2.  I'm pretty happy where we are, given that we've got about 5 seniors on the team right now.

At least you've got next week off before two easy Big 10 games.  MSU has a long stretch before we get a break.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 23, 2012, 08:10:14 PM
Thank god for that break. And if you guys had any semblance of an offense the Big Ten wouldn't even be close.

You know the last time Eastern lead you at the half?

1898.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 23, 2012, 09:44:31 PM
Have you met a girl? Found a meaning in your existance?
Don't be ridiculous.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 23, 2012, 10:01:15 PM
worst sunday ever.

Me and my wife are both sick which makes it brutal to look after the 14 month old who is running riot.

Been sick multiple times.

rained all day.

my team are getting their asses beat bad.

Nothing to eat.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 23, 2012, 10:02:02 PM
Order some pizza.....or something that might stay in.

Get well soon
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 23, 2012, 10:05:09 PM
Order some pizza.....or something that might stay in.

Get well soon
 :::cheers:::
I can't, it's sunday, everywhere is closed!

DAMN YOU OUTDATED CHRISTIAN SHOPPING LAWS
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 23, 2012, 10:06:47 PM
It should be known by now that patsy has no meaning in his life.

At all.

And Finlay, I feel for you, I have at least 4 microwave meals ready (and some pizzas) incase of being unable to go out. At all times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 23, 2012, 10:08:40 PM
Order some pizza.....or something that might stay in.

Get well soon
 :::cheers:::
I can't, it's sunday, everywhere is closed!

DAMN YOU OUTDATED CHRISTIAN SHOPPING LAWS

But you could order pizza at some catering or restaurant......Some Pakistani, or Indian fast food palace should have food on wheels.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 23, 2012, 10:11:09 PM
they're all closed Fandir! seriously.

One of the differences I notice when I visit Germany- much better evening and weekend opening times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 23, 2012, 10:14:56 PM
 :ph34r:

Well.......in bigger cities you can get food till 5 AM Mc Donalds be ye olde friende but also chinese and turkish guys usually have open till 1 and also bring the food.

In doubt you can always get food at a gas station.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 23, 2012, 11:27:37 PM
I can't, it's sunday, everywhere is closed!

DAMN YOU OUTDATED CHRISTIAN SHOPPING LAWS

Literally everything is closed on Sunday in England?  Chicka-wut?  I thought the US was the overly-Christian-influenced nation!  Here in the US, not much of anything is closed on Sundays.  Banks and government offices is about it.  And Chick-fil-e.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 23, 2012, 11:33:06 PM
:ph34r:

Well.......in bigger cities you can get food till 5 AM Mc Donalds be ye olde friende but also chinese and turkish guys usually have open till 1 and also bring the food.

In doubt you can always get food at a gas station.
mcdonalds is open till5 every night except sunday night. kfc open till 11 am. restaurants normally close at 10-10.30.
turkish fast food places are not good here, you guys got much better kebabs than us.

I can't, it's sunday, everywhere is closed!

DAMN YOU OUTDATED CHRISTIAN SHOPPING LAWS

Literally everything is closed on Sunday in England?  Chicka-wut?  I thought the US was the overly-Christian-influenced nation!  Here in the US, not much of anything is closed on Sundays.  Banks and government offices is about it.  And Chick-fil-e.

Stores can be open for 6 hours, the supermarket near me is open from 11-5. It's really annoying, the % of practicing christians here is small.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on September 23, 2012, 11:38:33 PM
How come Tesco and ASDA stay open till late then?

And Spar. I used to think 6 hours was allowed trading times, but then our store stayed open for 8 just because they felt like it for a few weeks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on September 24, 2012, 01:51:46 AM
You know the last time Eastern lead you at the half?
That was before we were even Michigan State.

Interesting fact, did you know that Arkansas dropped completely out of the rankings after losing to La. Monroe in week 2.  They were the highest ranking team to drop out of the Top 25 since 2007.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on September 24, 2012, 02:14:56 AM
You know the last time Eastern lead you at the half?
That was before we were even Michigan State.

Interesting fact, did you know that Arkansas dropped completely out of the rankings after losing to La. Monroe in week 2.  They were the highest ranking team to drop out of the Top 25 since 2007.

Yes, which is what makes it so hilarious. And I'm well aware of the last time that happened.

Which is why we'd better put 100 on them in 2015.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on September 24, 2012, 11:34:48 AM
Yes, which is what makes it so hilarious.
Looking at the history, it seems we've only played them 8 times, with nearly a 100 year break between the 3rd and 4th games.

Although I often wonder where those guys get that sort of information.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on September 25, 2012, 10:27:40 AM
My desktop sounded like an old engine when I started it up this morning...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 25, 2012, 04:35:52 PM
Just got a really stressful woman out of my life (and out of my apartment) came to work today and got a message that I need to attend a meeting with my manager and the boss.  I go to the meeting and the boss spoke

"As you know our contract is being reduce..."

that's all she had to say.  I knew where this was going. I have heard this before.  Me and half the team I was working with are being laid off Oct 12th.  My boss serious looked like she was going to cry and her voice was cracking when she gave me her little talk.  She was not one bit happy that she has to let me go, on the one year anniversary of me coming back too.

Just when I start getting my life back in order, this HAS to happen.  Fuck it all.
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_lv90RAEliOk/S5WkbeX4oYI/AAAAAAAAAJw/CS6jCcT4zXg/s320/Unhappy-hour.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 25, 2012, 04:39:30 PM
Man, that really sucks.

You have permission to have a 24 hour pity party with a full dose of being pissed at the world.

Have at it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on September 25, 2012, 05:39:33 PM
Go outside and piss on the world!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 26, 2012, 10:01:48 AM
Suckus Maximus!

Now is the time to yell, scream and get wasted.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 27, 2012, 01:10:19 AM
That sucks, Faenor.  But don't let the one bad thing overshadow the other good stuff.  Just imagine if you had to face being laid off with the stressful woman still in the picture.  Small comfort, but it never hurts to try and focus on the positive.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 27, 2012, 12:29:27 PM
Sorry about that FFH.  Check your PMs, I sent you something. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 28, 2012, 03:18:42 PM
In my search for a new job I found one that I completely qualify for. its in Thule, Greenland. google that. its 1500miles from the north pole...with a population of 250 people...

I looked at some picture, it looks like echo base from the planet hoth in the empire strikes back!


edit: I applied....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on September 28, 2012, 04:44:14 PM
Hey Feanor... rent the Shining before you agree to the job.

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/shining-1980-jack-nicholson-pic-3.jpg)

Just so you know what happens after a couple months snowbound in a boring hellhole.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 28, 2012, 04:48:50 PM
Weel, at least, you'll have lots of time to paint models. Maybe there are even some Warhammer gamers over there, you never know. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 28, 2012, 10:48:05 PM
Hey Feanor... rent the Shining before you agree to the job.

(http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r147/jlutin/shining-1980-jack-nicholson-pic-3.jpg)

Just so you know what happens after a couple months snowbound in a boring hellhole.
if I was alone, yes.  But I would be on an airforce base with 260 people.  So it would probably be more like john carpenters the thing. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH7hyzPIbp0&feature=fvwrel) before the swedish dog showed up.

Weel, at least, you'll have lots of time to paint models. Maybe there are even some Warhammer gamers over there, you never know. 
if my hand doesnt shake too much from the cold, I could totally paint!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 28, 2012, 11:06:01 PM
seems like it would be a good experence for a bt anyway.

Bummed to see your bad news feanor :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 03, 2012, 04:18:07 AM
A bunch of workmen from the city descended upon my favorite trail. They're in the process of ruining it by paving it and clearing out the underbrush.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 04, 2012, 06:47:33 PM
Applying everywhere (including NY city) and have yet to hear from anyone.  Getting anxious as I have 1 more week of employment.  :eusa_wall:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 04, 2012, 06:49:04 PM
Does that include the job in Greenland?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 04, 2012, 06:55:02 PM
Does that include the job in Greenland?
yes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on October 04, 2012, 08:24:22 PM
Applying everywhere (including NY city) and have yet to hear from anyone.  Getting anxious as I have 1 more week of employment.  :eusa_wall:

Unless your experience is radically different than mine, it takes at least a few weeks to hear back from most people.  I know it's gonna be tough to be patient in your situation, but that's all you can do.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 04, 2012, 08:56:57 PM
Actually just got a call back 20 minutes ago from a job I applied for yesterday.  I live in Maryland and the job was in Las Vegas. They asked me if I was willing to relocate and I said I was.  "When could you start?" I told them a couple of weeks after I get the job, to find a place and move there.  They then asked when I could fly out on my own expense.  Wooa Wooaw WOaaaw.  I am not spending money to fly out half way across the country, and put myself up in a hotel on one little interview for a job that I may not even get.  They emailed me the offer letter anyways.  It would have been a $12/hr maximum job for a 4 month contract.  no thank you. I am willing to relocate but not for a temporary job that doesnt even pay enough for me to live there.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f131/Bigtool4u/FacepalmOptimusPrime.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 04, 2012, 09:22:53 PM
Hey, you get tips too.

Well good strippers do.  :)

Sorry, couldn't resist.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 04, 2012, 09:49:19 PM
Hey, you get tips too.

Well good strippers do.  :)

Sorry, couldn't resist.
maybe I could be a male escort at the bunny ranch while im out there...  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 05, 2012, 04:33:49 AM
Hey, you get tips too.

Well good strippers do.  :)

Sorry, couldn't resist.
maybe I could be a male escort at the bunny ranch while im out there...  :engel:

As long as you understand that most of your ... 'clients' ... would be closeted gay men unwilling to come out to their families, therefore indulging in their lusts in a place they can trust to be discrete.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on October 05, 2012, 06:08:48 AM
Hey, you get tips too.

Well good strippers do.  :)

Sorry, couldn't resist.
maybe I could be a male escort at the bunny ranch while im out there...  :engel:

As long as you understand that most of your ... 'clients' ... would be closeted gay men unwilling to come out to their families, therefore indulging in their lusts in a place they can trust to be discrete.


You seem to be quite well informed. One cannot help but wonder why....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 05, 2012, 07:08:16 AM
Hey, you get tips too.

Well good strippers do.  :)

Sorry, couldn't resist.
maybe I could be a male escort at the bunny ranch while im out there...  :engel:

As long as you understand that most of your ... 'clients' ... would be closeted gay men unwilling to come out to their families, therefore indulging in their lusts in a place they can trust to be discrete.


You seem to be quite well informed. One cannot help but wonder why....

I've been around.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 07, 2012, 12:40:43 PM
I am incredibly tired in my head
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 07, 2012, 03:40:45 PM
Hey, you get tips too.

Well good strippers do.  :)

Sorry, couldn't resist.
maybe I could be a male escort at the bunny ranch while im out there...  :engel:

As long as you understand that most of your ... 'clients' ... would be closeted gay men unwilling to come out to their families, therefore indulging in their lusts in a place they can trust to be discrete.


You seem to be quite well informed. One cannot help but wonder why....

It's a matter of logistics.  Male escorts get some female clients(grannies) but even weird/ugly/fat women can usually find some poor sap with libido than self-respect. So most gigolos service both genders.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrAbyssal on October 08, 2012, 04:45:38 AM
Goalkeeping shorts to not protect your hips sufficiently for landing on concrete.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 08, 2012, 11:04:31 PM
I've been asked to document a coworker's inability to complete day to day tasks and answer his phone. I'm not firing him, just gathering ammo for the HR guys. But I still feel guilty, especially when I see the pictures of his kids on his desk.

My long-term job goal(librarian) will involve making personnel decisions so I suppose I'll have to get used to things like this. Anyone in HR/management have any insight for me?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on October 09, 2012, 12:02:17 AM
Kind of went through something similar about 5-6 months ago.  I too felt bad, but if management knows and the person really isn't doing their job then it's sort of a sad inevitable thing that must be done.  No real insight outside of that.  Sorry.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 09, 2012, 12:18:16 AM
Did something similar myself a few years ago.  For the record though, she was a terrible employee.When things get bus she had a habit to have to go to the bathroom. Now I know it sounds like "well maybe she did?' and if it was only once or twice sure, but it was every time.  Also she didnt know what she was doing and had to keep asking the guy we hired months after her for help on every single call.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 09, 2012, 12:23:42 AM
I've been asked to document a coworker's inability to complete day to day tasks and answer his phone. I'm not firing him, just gathering ammo for the HR guys. But I still feel guilty, especially when I see the pictures of his kids on his desk.

My long-term job goal(librarian) will involve making personnel decisions so I suppose I'll have to get used to things like this. Anyone in HR/management have any insight for me?

You are taking the right early steps.  Document failure to perform.  While you do that, take a look around and make sure you are treating him fairly.  If there are others acting similarly, document them too.

When you have a solid case, take it to HR.  And then be prepared to be told that it's not enough and they will have you build a new list.  From that you (with HR) can march through progressive discipline.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progressive_discipline

Get out the employee manual/supervisor policies that apply and learn them.  Follow the rules.

End the end, I find that people who fail on this level either...

Are incapable of working and wander from job to job.

Are temporarily not doing well.  It might get better in a week or long after they leave you.

Some have never been taught/learned how to work.  You might be able to train them when they are motivated enough to learn.

People who hate their job.  They will never be happy/good until they find something they like.  You may not be able to provide that.

Evil bastard who will make your life hell.  yea, they are out there and as one speaker said for the evil type bring money and lawyers.  They are the only fix.

Ultimately don't spend a lot of time worrying about what the problem is.  Just work the system and that will give him/her plenty of opportunity to fix it.  Most of the time they will figure out what is happening ahead of time and leave instead of getting fired.   Only the dense stay to the bitter end.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 09, 2012, 12:49:52 AM
HR asked me to do this. I don't normally take that kind of initiative. I can only hope he's being warned that things need to change. I did fire a shot across his bow by asking -my- boss to call him when he wouldn't answer my calls one night. Yeah, it sucks when people from work are trying to call you on Friday night but the server room he is responsible for was 83 degrees.  :icon_evil:

But yeah, it sucks when people get fired but you guys are right. It's better for a person in the long run if they're made aware of what they're doing wrong and find a job more compatible with their skills/personality.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 09, 2012, 02:45:41 AM
Learn how to motivate the good employees (most of the time just get out of the way after providing direction), get rid of the bad and hire good people and you will be invaluable to your employer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Shadowlord on October 09, 2012, 06:39:13 AM
Hell yeah!

My first personal law suit against the fucking veterinarians who killed my beloved friend - you ain't getting a dime and I am determined to ass blast you all over the place (animals have few rights but there are other ways to stir up trouble).

http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee48/SL-PN/Other/?action=view&current=bild-1.jpg

RIP Molly - I always knew you would someday break my heart.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on October 09, 2012, 09:55:07 AM
Shadow is this the first time you've posted about this? I went back a few pages but I didn't see any posts from you.

I heard a story in the news a few weeks ago about a person who took their dog to the vet to have a checkup and it was put down.  F*cking bad administrative error.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on October 09, 2012, 11:35:59 AM
I heard a story in the news a few weeks ago about a person who took their dog to the vet to have a checkup and it was put down.  F*cking bad administrative error.

That's freaking horrible.

Sorry about the loss of your dog, Shadowlord.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on October 11, 2012, 08:26:08 PM
I heard a story in the news a few weeks ago about a person who took their dog to the vet to have a checkup and it was put down.  F*cking bad administrative error.

That's freaking horrible.

Sorry about the loss of your dog, Shadowlord.

Ditto.  The cruel thing about dogs is that we (almost) always outlive them, but it's even harder when they're taken away early.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 12, 2012, 06:23:41 PM
Upon further inspection of the play.  She did hit the driver first.  Note to self, dont move to Cleveland.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmqUlXQCAz8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmqUlXQCAz8)

although the drivers retaliation is overkill.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on October 13, 2012, 07:01:54 AM
Since the 10th of October I am without work again. The Church i worked for had great plans for making a walking path through their lands, passing historical sites and connecting the church and their eco-farm/after-school care. We would make signs and maybe arrange for a tour around the cementery presenting the more special graves and life stories there.
But the economy turned against us. We got budget deficit this year and no matter how many cuts and twists, it was never to go away completley. Even though my work was supported from the state due to my dissabilities, they could no longer give me a new project since they had to cut back on core services, like not employing new staff for those who retired etc.

It feels tragic, cause they wanted to have me there and everyone, including those church politicans in the congregation board, believed it was a good thing that would benefit the congregation and the parish as a whole. But instead of taking a deficit one year, or increasing the tithe with a 100 crowns per year (10 Euro) they wanted it to balance at any cost.

So I had to go having finished a half-year project and managed to start preparations for a new longer project within that time!

It is not fun. :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 13, 2012, 07:36:37 AM
Mathi I hope you find something soon, or rather that someone finds your talent.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 13, 2012, 07:49:26 AM
Sorry to hear that Mathi, I just went through a scare and lucked out at the end.  Life has its ups and downs, its ebb and flow, its deaths and rebirths.  Its a roller coaster that can be fun and scary and can put a emotional and physical toll on you.  The great thing to know is that others are in the same car as you and can share in the laughs and sobs.  When this sort of thing happens, depression can chip away at you.  You are lucky enough to have a family to support and encourage your next rebirth.  I wish you the best of luck my friend and the greatest of opportunities.

Cheers Mathi.  :::cheers::: We love you man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on October 13, 2012, 07:25:11 PM
Sorry to hear that Mathi, I just went through a scare and lucked out at the end.  Life has its ups and downs, its ebb and flow, its deaths and rebirths.  Its a roller coaster that can be fun and scary and can put a emotional and physical toll on you.  The great thing to know is that others are in the same car as you and can share in the laughs and sobs.  When this sort of thing happens, depression can chip away at you.  You are lucky enough to have a family to support and encourage your next rebirth.  I wish you the best of luck my friend and the greatest of opportunities.

Cheers Mathi.  :::cheers::: We love you man.

What he said.  Try to stay positive, because you never know when the next opportunity will knock.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 22, 2012, 07:44:42 PM
does any1 else ever feel gluttonous ?

I only weigh 76 Kg, and am 5'9'' , so not obese, just normal ish size,

so it's not like i am stuffing food down my face,..

I just feel like I have had my fill of food,

like i want to abstain and starve for a few weeks ,

we eat well every day,

it gets repetitive eating well,

the human condition is all about relativity,

you can't appreciate the good without a spell of the bad!

it just seems wrong, the western diet,

i need to have a 40 day biblical fast in the desert  :eusa_wall:
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 22, 2012, 07:59:39 PM
man I know how you feel.  I feel, and look gluttonous.  Trying to change that.  Just eat right and exercise.  That's what everyone says buts true.  there's no easy way and starving yourself is really really bad.  It just makes your body hold onto more ft later when you stop.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 22, 2012, 08:57:45 PM
low carb mate,

i've lost 8 Ib in 4 weeks,

it takes lowering your carbs to trick your body basically,

not atkins low, but 60-80 g Carb daily.

i eat meat, cheese, veges, fruits, dark chocolate 85% cocoa real dark, loads of nuts, yogurt, dried fruit,

no rice/pasta/potatoes,

and exercise,


still i feel like a gluton though!

just ate a lot of pork

===



i might just not eat as an experiment,

i always feel alive when i eat less, and focussed



Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 22, 2012, 09:16:22 PM
dont over load on proteins if you are going to limit your carbs.  they need each other to work.
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Post by: mr chumley warner on October 23, 2012, 07:34:01 AM
nothing extreme ,

i'm just cutting carbs down by 40%

adding more veg , nuts, dark fruits,
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on October 25, 2012, 12:47:56 AM
nothing extreme ,

i'm just cutting carbs down by 40%

adding more veg , nuts, dark fruits,

This seems to be pretty good advice for everyone.  Eating veggies and nuts tends to add fiber, which is good for many reasons.  Veggies also generally have less calories per ounce, so you can eat a lot without getting all the colories you'd get from eating the same amount of meat or carbs. 

But yeah, don't go Adkins...that stuff can really harm your body, in a long-term kind of way.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on October 25, 2012, 01:31:31 AM
I need to gain weight..... It's just not happening haha
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 25, 2012, 01:46:33 AM
But yeah, don't go Adkins...that stuff can really harm your body, in a long-term kind of way.

I don't think you should go that far.  For some folks, Adkins works very well.  Not all.  Maybe not most, but for some it really works well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 25, 2012, 05:42:54 PM
Damnit Adventure Time! why you got to end season 4 on a cliffhanger! hell of a cliff hanger too! mind warped!  :eusa_wall:

must...know...MORE! (http://www.scarletuser.com/images/smilies/emote_head_explode.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 25, 2012, 05:51:04 PM
But yeah, don't go Adkins...that stuff can really harm your body, in a long-term kind of way.

I don't think you should go that far.  For some folks, Adkins works very well.  Not all.  Maybe not most, but for some it really works well.

I think a good compromise is to do the zero-carbs/sugars thing for a couple weeks before re-introducing some whole grains and fruits. This will kickstart the weight loss, giving immediate results and incentive to continue dieting. It'll break the sugar/carb addiction but won't cause any of the problems associated with dropping all carbs(EG constipation).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 26, 2012, 02:51:48 PM
http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2012/10/scotus-first-sale-2/

Seriously, WTF.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on October 26, 2012, 03:00:29 PM
Intellectual property law and it's application in the US is so screwed up.  I doubt this case will help in the end.  It's going to take well though out and carefully crafted legislation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 26, 2012, 04:28:22 PM
Hurricane Sandy going to hit us sunday and monday.  MD, DC, and VA have declared states of emergency.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 26, 2012, 04:39:36 PM
Is it going to ruin the eagles, falcons game?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 26, 2012, 05:22:24 PM
it stars sunday but the worst of it should be on monday so maybe
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on October 26, 2012, 06:42:06 PM
Yeah, my Dad's on a boat 20 miles off shore in the middle of that with no cell reception. Fun times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 26, 2012, 07:04:51 PM
what kind of boat?  hope all will be well.

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Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on October 29, 2012, 01:25:10 AM
I hate nothing in the world more than research papers.......
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on October 29, 2012, 10:38:16 AM
I hate nothing in the world more than research papers.......

Not even Nazis?

You Nazi lover.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on October 30, 2012, 12:49:51 AM
I hate nothing in the world more than research papers.......

Not even Nazis?

You Nazi lover.
Can't say  ::heretic:: I've never met a Nazi!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 30, 2012, 02:04:45 AM
I have, it was awkward. :unsure:  just kept walking like they werent there....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on October 30, 2012, 02:20:07 AM
I have, it was awkward. :unsure:  just kept walking like they werent there....
You seem to be a reputable man so I will take your word for it  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 30, 2012, 02:32:47 PM
I have, it was awkward. :unsure:  just kept walking like they werent there....
You seem to be a reputable man so I will take your word for it  :icon_eek:

When you work in DC you tend to see a lot of protestors and other groups assemble and they like to preach or convince others of their ideas.  For example every Friday just after noon a group of pro black jewish assembly meets at the corner of H and 7th st NW and talk about how the bible is racist and that the white man are trying to poison everyone and yadda yadda yadda.  They dress in armor oddly enough, that look like medieval peasant closes with metal studs all over the place.  I walk by them every week hehe.  Their "guards" do a lot of posturing like they are expecting someone to start a fight.  Its quite a site to see.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gorgash Redfang on October 31, 2012, 04:04:30 AM
I have, it was awkward. :unsure:  just kept walking like they werent there....
You seem to be a reputable man so I will take your word for it  :icon_eek:

When you work in DC you tend to see a lot of protestors and other groups assemble and they like to preach or convince others of their ideas.  For example every Friday just after noon a group of pro black jewish assembly meets at the corner of H and 7th st NW and talk about how the bible is racist and that the white man are trying to poison everyone and yadda yadda yadda.  They dress in armor oddly enough, that look like medieval peasant closes with metal studs all over the place.  I walk by them every week hehe.  Their "guards" do a lot of posturing like they are expecting someone to start a fight.  Its quite a site to see.

Pictures or it did not happen... lol
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 31, 2012, 04:26:45 AM
It's sad to see friends stuck in a rut, doing the same things over and over but expecting different results.

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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 31, 2012, 03:29:42 PM
I have, it was awkward. :unsure:  just kept walking like they werent there....
You seem to be a reputable man so I will take your word for it  :icon_eek:

When you work in DC you tend to see a lot of protestors and other groups assemble and they like to preach or convince others of their ideas.  For example every Friday just after noon a group of pro black jewish assembly meets at the corner of H and 7th st NW and talk about how the bible is racist and that the white man are trying to poison everyone and yadda yadda yadda.  They dress in armor oddly enough, that look like medieval peasant closes with metal studs all over the place.  I walk by them every week hehe.  Their "guards" do a lot of posturing like they are expecting someone to start a fight.  Its quite a site to see.

Pictures or it did not happen... lol

This Friday when I go to lunch if they have themselves all set up I will, provided I remember to haha.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Walt von Ark on November 05, 2012, 12:13:26 PM
So i've got myself a lovely new girlfriend for 4 months now! Beautiful, sweet, funny, we connect on a lot of levels and really just hit it of from the moment i met her on a rockfestival. The fact that she 19 so 10 years younger doesnt bother me one bit
:) but maybe  im just an imature SoB, Well probable not maybe! Still partying most of the time, sharing a house with one of my best mates. Living carefree from day to day.... Friday she told me i knocked her up,(so much for the pill) she knew it for a week and a half allready (after 2 tests) but didnt dare tell. Scared i wouldnt take it to well, Get angry or just just kick her out poor thing! Had something to do with my rant about how annoying kids are after a visit of some friends and their 2 year old daughter! Obviously this didnt happen, im really crazy about her and this our problem not hers! But damn, this is not what i had in mind for a while
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on November 05, 2012, 12:32:03 PM
So you're going to take responsibility?

BOOM!!

You're a real adult now. :icon_smile:



And IMNSHO it's the right thing to do.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on November 05, 2012, 12:50:12 PM
So i've got myself a lovely new girlfriend for 4 months now! Beautiful, sweet, funny, we connect on a lot of levels and really just hit it of from the moment i met her on a rockfestival. The fact that she 19 so 10 years younger doesnt bother me one bit
:) but maybe  im just an imature SoB, Well probable not maybe! Still partying most of the time, sharing a house with one of my best mates. Living carefree from day to day.... Friday she told me i knocked her up,(so much for the pill) she knew it for a week and a half allready (after 2 tests) but didnt dare tell. Scared i wouldnt take it to well, Get angry or just just kick her out poor thing! Had something to do with my rant about how annoying kids are after a visit of some friends and their 2 year old daughter! Obviously this didnt happen, im really crazy about her and this our problem not hers! But damn, this is not what i had in mind for a while

Congratulations!  :::cheers:::  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on November 05, 2012, 01:23:01 PM
So i've got myself a lovely new girlfriend for 4 months now! Beautiful, sweet, funny, we connect on a lot of levels and really just hit it of from the moment i met her on a rockfestival. The fact that she 19 so 10 years younger doesnt bother me one bit
:) but maybe  im just an imature SoB, Well probable not maybe! Still partying most of the time, sharing a house with one of my best mates. Living carefree from day to day.... Friday she told me i knocked her up,(so much for the pill) she knew it for a week and a half allready (after 2 tests) but didnt dare tell. Scared i wouldnt take it to well, Get angry or just just kick her out poor thing! Had something to do with my rant about how annoying kids are after a visit of some friends and their 2 year old daughter! Obviously this didnt happen, im really crazy about her and this our problem not hers! But damn, this is not what i had in mind for a while

Dude, not the way you wanted it, but make the best of it.  If you and the girl can be in love and be adults, then do it for each other and the kid.  Raising a family is full of joy, love, pain and redemption.

Congratulations!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on November 05, 2012, 01:26:53 PM
im really crazy about her and this our problem not hers! But damn, this is not what i had in mind for a while
This isn't a problem.  Should be in "Happy and Random thoughts".

Congratulations!  It may seem like a big burden now, but in a year or so you'll wonder how you ever got along without the little tyke.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 05, 2012, 01:47:23 PM
Yeh, I don't want to sound like a preachy a-hole, but having kids is really great. You're 29, not 16. I hope it all works out for you.

Fatherhood is extremely daunting, but there are loads of new fathers and experienced fathers on this forum, so at least one place to get sensible advice.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Walt von Ark on November 05, 2012, 02:47:24 PM
You're right ofcourse im old enough to have 3 kids running around by know. But tbh even though im scared shitless as im known to mess things up in my life(and it wouldnt be just mine anymore) and to say my own folks were shity parents is a huge understatement, and ik kinda worry it rubbed of on me, even though people close to me always say would make a great dad. ( great moment to man up and step up though). My main concern is my gf, she is quite young to be a mum isnt she? No resl education to speak of as she was in the proces of picking one. So much to do, to learn, to Experience and im afraid she'll live to regret it if we go on with it.
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Post by: zifnab0 on November 05, 2012, 03:02:11 PM
You're right ofcourse im old enough to have 3 kids running around by know. But tbh even though im scared shitless as im known to mess things up in my life(and it wouldnt be just mine anymore) and to say my own folks were shity parents is a huge understatement, and ik kinda worry it rubbed of on me, even though people close to me always say would make a great dad.
If everyone who had shitty parents, messes up their lives, or was scared shitless about having kids didn't have them humans wouldn't be around anymore.

My main concern is my gf, she is quite young to be a mum isnt she? No resl education to speak of as she was in the proces of picking one. So much to do, to learn, to Experience and im afraid she'll live to regret it if we go on with it.
She can still get an education, get a job, and do everything else that makes for a great life.  Having kids is most definitely a part of making a great life.

It isn't burden; rather a joyous part of life!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on November 05, 2012, 03:16:57 PM
Alrighty, my first advice would be to see how she feels about alternative options. I don't want to start another abortion debate here, but it's certainly on the table, yes? Heck, her parents might even nudge her in that direction. I know mine would.

Second, is she the type to "test" her man a lot? Most 19 year olds are. The "I'm late" schtick is the MOAB of shit tests in the female arsenal. So it might turn out to be a false alarm. Also, the child -might- not be yours. Again, she's nineteen. They have confidential DNA tests - you send in a bit of your hair and a bit of the baby's hair to this lab. It's not an "official" result but it can pave the way for an official DNA test if the results seem funny. You only have a year-ish to contest paternity.

(As if the happy dads commenting here don't hate me enough already) Don't rush into a marriage for the sake of the kid. I've seen that make things worse for a lot of guys. Take responsibility for the child, yes, but remember you've only known the mom for 4 months.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 05, 2012, 03:34:47 PM
Oak_prince being a cynical old bugger. But all good advice. Me and my now wife got knocked up when both 23 (thanks to the pill again). But we were engaged (before we knew pregnant) and always knew we were going to have kids, it was just a year or two earlier than I would have done if planned. We got married before he was born because again that was right for us. But we had been together for 4 years before. Thankfully I got a fulltime job (was studying for my MA at the time she got pregnant) and now we have a house and life is good. The main thing is supporting the girl if she decides to keep it. Even if you don’t stay with her, you have to support her, both emotionally and financially.

Are you living together?
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on November 05, 2012, 03:43:54 PM
Alright, my wife had to be put to hospital for her back again. No idea when she get back and in what conditiion. I am unemployed, my Union has not approved my application for the unemployment insurance to starting to get paid. My youngest daughter is to take medical test tomorrow and the little man cries for mommy. No money, no job, wife most likely not being able to work in a while and she is the one with the income. And we do not know if it her old injury that have returned or something new.

And I can hardly find a job I can apply to! Well, there is one were they look for two traffic informers in Gothenburg were I can apply my earlier expiriences and that does not ask for any particular expirience besides high school.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Walt von Ark on November 05, 2012, 03:50:39 PM
@ oak nope no test, she s not the type for that and as soon as we where alone this weekend and i asked her what was wrong she started to cry her eyes out. She avoid going home to her dads for a week, stayed at a girl friends house who called a few hours later to find out how id taken the news. All alternatives are being discussed, dont know what dads thinks. Will probably have murder on his mijnd and im not talking about abortion! Being the biggest scariest biker you'll ever meet! Just met him 2 weeks ago and even though he quite liked me, i reckon thats gone! If its mine? Who knows, she swears it is! A test is always an option if its born and doest look like me :dry: but thats not something i want to worry about right now

@ finlay i will support her, if she decides to keep it or not! I dont want to lose her either way! Besides no child of mine will gro up without his/her dad.

Nope not living together. got a nice bachelorpad with a good mate! So will have to go look for a new home aswell, but that was the plam anyways
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 05, 2012, 04:17:04 PM
If you really love her, go for it.


But make sure you love her truly, for otherwise you're on the road to hell.
Many people get married in a rush, only to find out they're not right for each other. Kids only complicate that further.


And make sure she wants to keep it, knowing full well what's it going to cost her in terms of dedication and giving up on or postponing studies.


But if the both of you agree, by all means become a dad ! It's one of the best jobs in the world.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on November 05, 2012, 04:33:37 PM
Surely, the pope is to blame. Sue the Vatican. :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: jlutin on November 05, 2012, 04:49:08 PM
You're right ofcourse im old enough to have 3 kids running around by know. But tbh even though im scared shitless as im known to mess things up in my life(and it wouldnt be just mine anymore) and to say my own folks were shity parents is a huge understatement, and ik kinda worry it rubbed of on me, even though people close to me always say would make a great dad. ( great moment to man up and step up though). My main concern is my gf, she is quite young to be a mum isnt she? No resl education to speak of as she was in the proces of picking one. So much to do, to learn, to Experience and im afraid she'll live to regret it if we go on with it.

Well if you decide not to marry and raise the child together, then support her through the adoption process.  There are so many good parents out there waiting for a child to love.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 05, 2012, 06:48:51 PM
(http://wac.450f.edgecastcdn.net/80450F/thefw.com/files/2012/10/Futurama-Fry-Talking-to-Cat.png)




....my cat is deaf... but I do this so what am I?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on November 06, 2012, 12:36:46 AM
-Dunkin Donuts opening across the street from my work and threatening to wreck my diet.
-Heating/straightening weapons on resin models.
-The lances on the Skullcrushers look a lot better than the axes but there's no way I'm paying 5 points a model to lose magical attacks and decrease their staying power.
-Four conflicting events one Saturday, nothing to do the next.
-My cat wakes me up at six in the morning.

First world problems.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on November 06, 2012, 01:05:54 AM
-Four conflicting events one Saturday, nothing to do the next.

But there are Badger games every Saturday fro the rest of the month?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on November 08, 2012, 09:55:51 PM
Seen a number of very cool Epic 40K armies recently....very tempting to get into. No time to build/paint/play though with all the other systems I'm working on :(
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 10, 2012, 10:54:41 PM
Family birthdays are fun, aren't they. There was a massive argument, then two people stormed out. Hurrah.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on November 11, 2012, 12:01:41 AM
You were both people/You caused it.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 11, 2012, 02:17:24 AM
Nothing makes a day like petulant adult family members.
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Post by: oak_prince on November 11, 2012, 02:28:38 AM
I dislike family gatherings as well. I dread Thanksgiving. Each year my parents usually end up hosting the oddballs of the family. Most of the cool family members are dead or far away. At least there's a silver lining - my most hated relative is persona non grata.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on November 11, 2012, 02:40:51 AM
We stopped going to family events when I was 16. Mum's relatives live in other states, and Dad's are a pack of arseholes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on November 11, 2012, 03:20:36 AM
I haven't seen anyone on my dads side since my granddad died which is a good thing cause we would all kill eachother if he wasn't there to knock heads!
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Post by: patsy02 on November 11, 2012, 04:15:22 AM
You were both people/You caused it.
Directed by M. Knight Shyamalan.
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Post by: Dunrik on November 11, 2012, 01:39:54 PM
Just noticed that I mixed up the deadline for one of my obligatory assignments... It was due the 7th, not the 11th...
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Post by: S.O.F on December 05, 2012, 04:55:25 AM
What the hell, Bret Bielema  leaves the Badgers for some damned SEC jig...this is ridiculous.....

Ideally they get a good replacement...Barry could still coach...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 08, 2012, 09:39:21 PM
I think I am becoming a hermit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on December 08, 2012, 10:11:29 PM
I think I am becoming a hermit.

Well stop it!

Seriously, though, I know the feeling.  I went through that phase after my wife left.  On the advice of my therapist, I made it a point to go out and do something every week.  Usually it was just go have dinner in a bar once a week, but it did me a lot of good. 
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 08, 2012, 10:58:48 PM
i am still in the "rebuilding phase" after me and my girlfriend split.  Come February I should be out of this phase and back on my feet as it were.  All my old friends are miles away and I have no car to get around to the local pubs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 09, 2012, 08:18:06 AM
I would really like to get a copy of Walden but I can't find it in any book stores around here  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on December 09, 2012, 11:27:37 PM
My girlfriend's grandfather died today.  And her cousin died in a car crash a week and a half ago.  And her other grandfather died only 3-4 months ago.  Prayers/thoughts/vibes would be appreciated.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 10, 2012, 03:13:32 AM
I'm sorry to hear that Towish. Sometimes it all comes at once doesn't it?
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: theorox on December 10, 2012, 05:14:57 PM
I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you and the family are okay. :(

Theo
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on December 10, 2012, 08:30:58 PM
I'm sorry to hear that Towish. Sometimes it all comes at once doesn't it?

Ain't it the truth.  And the holidays are already a difficult time for both of us, emotionally speaking.  We'll get through, though; just gonna be rougher than we thought.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 11, 2012, 12:05:55 AM
So, went to the doctors for two things today, one being my shoulder (previous dislocation involving torn muscles and ligaments). Expected a day or two off work and some painkillers. Signed off for a month with possibly more time depending on shoulder.    :icon_confused:

I'm also not allowed to be left alone for the other for at least 2 weeks.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 11, 2012, 01:20:00 AM
So, went to the doctors for two things today, one being my shoulder (previous dislocation involving torn muscles and ligaments). Expected a day or two off work and some painkillers. Signed off for a month with possibly more time depending on shoulder.    :icon_confused:

I'm also not allowed to be left alone for the other for at least 2 weeks.  :eusa_wall:
Good  :engel: no sandwiches for you  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on December 11, 2012, 03:08:31 AM
I'm also not allowed to be left alone for the other for at least 2 weeks.  :eusa_wall:
Sprained wrist?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 14, 2012, 06:00:57 PM
 :icon_cry: A student's father went on a shooting spree in a Conneticut elementary school.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/14/sandy-hook-elementary-school-shooting_n_2300831.html (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/14/sandy-hook-elementary-school-shooting_n_2300831.html)
The principle and school counselor as well as the shooter are dead, some students were shot as well.
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Post by: zifnab0 on December 14, 2012, 06:35:22 PM
Even worse case in China. (http://www.courant.com/sns-rt-us-china-stabbingsbre8bd065-20121213,0,5592318.story)

China seems to be having a rash of attacks lately.
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Post by: Midaski on December 14, 2012, 06:46:11 PM

The UK news is saying 27 dead - 18 of them children.
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Post by: BAWTRM on December 14, 2012, 08:19:22 PM
Absolutely horrifying, all those children.
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Post by: Sig on December 15, 2012, 12:01:39 AM
The China cases are really weird, they tend to just slash the kids but not kill them. This latest US one is tragic, all those poor little children. Of course the gutless asshole killed himself.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 15, 2012, 12:48:54 AM
feeling weak in the heart, but my brain punches it out and says "keep it together son, no texting or calling her"
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Post by: oak_prince on December 15, 2012, 12:54:33 AM
Oddly enough, keeping your distance right now is the best course of action whether you want her back or not. Stay strong.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 15, 2012, 12:59:22 AM
feeling weak in the heart, but my brain punches it out and says "keep it together son, no texting or calling her"

(http://gucciwolf.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/hang2.jpg)
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Post by: S.O.F on December 15, 2012, 01:28:30 AM
Mets getting uncomfortably close to trading RA Dickey......
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 15, 2012, 05:08:48 AM
Omegle is a strange place  :icon_eek: I will never venture to that side of the internet again.
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Post by: Timbor on December 15, 2012, 05:47:41 PM
There is a good chance I found metastasis in the mandible of one of my patients yesterday  :icon_frown:
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Post by: S.O.F on December 15, 2012, 08:23:11 PM
There is a good chance I found metastasis in the mandible of one of my patients yesterday  :icon_frown:

Hmmmm

Quote
Metastasis, or metastatic disease, is the spread of a disease from one organ or part to another non-adjacent organ or part. The new occurrences of disease thus generated are referred to as metastases (sometimes abbreviated mets)

So a Canadian finding a terrible tumor type thing involving Mets as an abbreviation......this only compounds pending RA Dickey to Blue Jays trade talk with bad juju
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Post by: phillyt on December 16, 2012, 12:06:49 AM
Are you a doctor Timbor?
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Post by: Timbor on December 16, 2012, 05:54:57 AM
Dentist, actually.
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Post by: S.O.F on December 16, 2012, 07:47:21 PM
...and Dickey traded pending extension...this has been a long and excruciating weekend from a Mets fan perspective.....

Oh well I will be a fan of the Toronto Mets next season checking in from time to time on the farm team back in Queens.... 
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Post by: phillyt on December 16, 2012, 11:09:47 PM
Very nice Timbor!  I have a love hate relationship with my dentist!  I was on high test medication when I was a child and softened my enamel, leading to a complicated treatment plan and piles of cash for him.  He loves me!  I hate him!
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Post by: Noght on December 17, 2012, 01:54:30 AM
President speaking at the Memorial Service in Newtown CT.  Very eloquent and sad, nicely done.

BTW, Bye Bye 2nd Amendment.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 17, 2012, 03:46:48 AM
BTW, Bye Bye 2nd Amendment.

Nonsense, and a violation of the current ban on political balogna.
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Post by: phillyt on December 17, 2012, 03:48:16 AM
Bawtrm did the same the other day.  I have modified his post.  Let's not get into this folks, particularly here.
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Post by: oak_prince on December 17, 2012, 04:54:36 AM
Westboro Baptist is planning their usual shenanigans. :icon_evil:
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 17, 2012, 05:09:23 AM
Bawtrm did the same the other day.  I have modified his post.  Let's not get into this folks, particularly here.
Thank you.
Westboro Baptist is planning their usual shenanigans. :icon_evil:

Those A-holes were at my grandads funeral  :icon_evil:
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 17, 2012, 05:45:24 AM
The hacker group Anonymous have declared all out war on the WBC cretins. I'm no fan of hackers, but I wish them the best in this endeavor.

My favorite was when the WBC got counter protested by the Hells Angels.

I'm all for freedom of speech, but this is excessive. These people are bullies, and using hate speech is not protected by the law. They should be arrested for hate crimes if they protest at these kids' funerals.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on December 17, 2012, 10:07:59 AM
My favourite was when the WBC were counter protested by the Ku Klux Klan.
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Post by: oak_prince on December 17, 2012, 02:20:10 PM
Those A-holes were at my grandads funeral  :icon_evil:

Damn. I was seeing red when someone took a cellphone call at my grandmother's funeral. Don't know I would have thought/done if the Phelps clan had been outside. What did your grandpa do to attract their attention, if you don't mind me asking?
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 17, 2012, 10:39:26 PM
I am having a BAD day at work.  I wish I could say what I really want to some of these people!

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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 17, 2012, 10:52:05 PM
I am having a BAD day at work.  I wish I could say what I really want to some of these people!


Quote
(http://www.gregtherobot.com/images/stories/this_should_cheer_you_up.jpg)

Have things got you down? Read these amazingly true stories...

The average cost of rehabilitating a seal after the Exxon Valdez Oil spill in  Alaska was  $80,000.00. At a special ceremony, two of the most expensively saved animals were being released back into the wild amid cheers and applause from onlookers. A minute later, in full view, a killer whale ate them both.

Still think your day sucks?

A woman came home to find her husband in the kitchen shaking frantically, almost in a dancing  frenzy, with some kind of wire running from his waist towards the electric  kettle. Intending to jolt him away from the deadly current, she whacked him with a handy plank of wood, breaking his arm in two places. Up to that moment, he had been happily listening to his Walkman.

All better... No?

Two animal rights defenders were protesting the cruelty of sending pigs to a slaughterhouse in Bonn , Germany ... Suddenly, all two  thousand pigs broke loose and escaped through a broken fence, stampeding  madly. The two helpless protesters were trampled to death.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 17, 2012, 11:05:31 PM
I am having a BAD day at work.  I wish I could say what I really want to some of these people!


Quote
(http://www.gregtherobot.com/images/stories/this_should_cheer_you_up.jpg)

Have things got you down? Read these amazingly true stories...

The average cost of rehabilitating a seal after the Exxon Valdez Oil spill in  Alaska was  $80,000.00. At a special ceremony, two of the most expensively saved animals were being released back into the wild amid cheers and applause from onlookers. A minute later, in full view, a killer whale ate them both.

Still think your day sucks?

A woman came home to find her husband in the kitchen shaking frantically, almost in a dancing  frenzy, with some kind of wire running from his waist towards the electric  kettle. Intending to jolt him away from the deadly current, she whacked him with a handy plank of wood, breaking his arm in two places. Up to that moment, he had been happily listening to his Walkman.

All better... No?

Two animal rights defenders were protesting the cruelty of sending pigs to a slaughterhouse in Bonn , Germany ... Suddenly, all two  thousand pigs broke loose and escaped through a broken fence, stampeding  madly. The two helpless protesters were trampled to death.

(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQb_lcMFPOLJ69eTG6iAxWJa90hycnnvxZfhSEaSntHxvbWObur)
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 18, 2012, 02:02:29 AM
Those A-holes were at my grandads funeral  :icon_evil:

Damn. I was seeing red when someone took a cellphone call at my grandmother's funeral. Don't know I would have thought/done if the Phelps clan had been outside. What did your grandpa do to attract their attention, if you don't mind me asking?
He was navy for years and an adviser after he got out. He had been an E-9 for so long he was considered for the MCPON postition 3 times.
There was about 15 people outside the cemetery yelling and waving signs through the whole ceremony. Eventually they seemed to get bored and leave. I don't think they even knew exactly who it was they were protesting. They were just there because they knew it was a place that did service funerals.
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Post by: S.O.F on December 18, 2012, 04:34:34 AM
Alright the Dickey trade was made final today, to those Canadian members of the board you better well be Blue Jay fans next year because I'm going to be and what with no NHL and the CFL done for some time what else do you folks have?....
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Post by: BAWTRM on December 18, 2012, 08:46:44 PM
Bawtrm did the same the other day.  I have modified his post.  Let's not get into this folks, particularly here.

Yeah, thanks for that PhillyT. It was just the shock after that horrible news. There was no need for me to start beating that old dead horse after the Back Table meltdown.

 :smile2:
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Post by: stretch_135 on December 19, 2012, 12:01:00 AM
Motivated and in the mood to get some serious painting work done, but stuck at work for another five hours. *rage*
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 19, 2012, 12:41:04 AM
Motivated and in the mood to get some serious painting work done, but stuck at work for another five hours. *rage*
that is precisely my thoughts on exercise.
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 21, 2012, 04:34:27 PM
Just ...  :icon_frown:
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 21, 2012, 04:48:19 PM
Just ...  :icon_frown:
(http://i.qkme.me/35uo02.jpg)
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on December 21, 2012, 05:37:07 PM
Perhaps because of this?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_pWdB2rhW4
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 21, 2012, 07:52:19 PM
awe no worries PCoD :smile2:
happiness is bacon pancakes (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sMT3wCYRxo&list=FLhsG-Z7bGV9YA1MAOG45m6Q)
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 23, 2012, 01:45:45 AM
I hate getting someone something for Christmas and you like it so much you want to keep it  :|
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on December 23, 2012, 01:46:48 AM
I hate getting someone something for Christmas and you like it so much you want to keep it  :|

What is it!
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 23, 2012, 02:29:09 AM
2 boxes of wagames factory Skeletons  :laugh: not the greatest models but I keep looking at them and thinking "hey that is the great start to a VC or Tomb king army....."
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 23, 2012, 06:25:09 AM
awe no worries PCoD :smile2:
happiness is bacon pancakes (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sMT3wCYRxo&list=FLhsG-Z7bGV9YA1MAOG45m6Q)
Nerdist Podcast number 299 with Tom Kenny, voice actor for Spongebob and Ice King.
http://ec.libsyn.com/p/e/8/6/e86f46390c9cc92a/Nerdist_299_-_Tom_Kenny.mp3?d13a76d516d9dec20c3d276ce028ed5089ab1ce3dae902ea1d01cd8135d4c95aa9eb&c_id=5249433
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Post by: towishimp on December 23, 2012, 08:25:28 PM
Soooo, I was already set to spend New Year's Eve with my girl, when last night she texts me and says that her parents and her stepsister and her husband have invited us on this riverboat cruise and overnight hotel stay that they're all going on.  After wondering all last night if this meant what I thought it meant, I finally manned up today and initiated the "sooo, are we staying in the same hotel room at this thing?", to which the answer was "yes."  Shit just got real!

Well, shit just got a little less real.  Our overnight plans have been scrapped due to her dad "not being comfortable" with us sharing a room.  My initial reaction was to say "who gives a fuck, you're a grown woman."  But since he's attending the same event and she still lives with him, there's something to be said for not stirring the pot.  We're still going to be spending the evening together - fancy dinner and chilling at my place until the ball drops (and the possibility of her staying the night), but I'm a little disappointed and miffed at his meddling.
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Post by: GamesPoet on December 23, 2012, 08:36:13 PM
Bah.  Not surprising really.

However, where there's a will, there's away.  What he doesn't know won't hurt him. :icon_wink:
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on December 23, 2012, 08:52:49 PM
Soooo, I was already set to spend New Year's Eve with my girl, when last night she texts me and says that her parents and her stepsister and her husband have invited us on this riverboat cruise and overnight hotel stay that they're all going on.  After wondering all last night if this meant what I thought it meant, I finally manned up today and initiated the "sooo, are we staying in the same hotel room at this thing?", to which the answer was "yes."  Shit just got real!

Just wondering what it means I think it means.  :icon_wink:
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Post by: wissenlander on December 23, 2012, 09:08:28 PM
Well, shit just got a little less real.  Our overnight plans have been scrapped due to her dad "not being comfortable" with us sharing a room.  My initial reaction was to say "who gives a fuck, you're a grown woman."  But since he's attending the same event and she still lives with him, there's something to be said for not stirring the pot.  We're still going to be spending the evening together - fancy dinner and chilling at my place until the ball drops (and the possibility of her staying the night), but I'm a little disappointed and miffed at his meddling.

Understand your position, but to be honest I understand his position as well.  I'd probably feel the same way if I were him.
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Post by: kera foehunter on December 23, 2012, 11:28:10 PM
Lol  I see the Father played the alpha male card  on you Buddie.
He know what  you trying.  Suck it up..  But sweetie ,  no one expect you to get lucky on Jan 2
 
 
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Post by: towishimp on December 24, 2012, 12:38:20 AM
Understand your position, but to be honest I understand his position as well.  I'd probably feel the same way if I were him.

Lol  I see the Father played the alpha male card  on you Buddie.

Yeah, I do.  I'm over the initial perceived insult at this point.  He's very protective of her, and has plenty of reason to be, so I don't blame him.  I was just excited about our plans.  But our new plans are gonna be awesome too...assuming I can get a decent dinner reservation at this point...
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Post by: Sig on December 24, 2012, 12:50:02 AM
I reckon he's just testing you, seeing what happens after he withdrew that particular approval.

It's cool man, she sounds damn near perfect.
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 24, 2012, 07:41:29 AM
Second Lieutenants: A-holes that don't know land nav  :x
You'd think a college degree might make them smarter but sorry some botany degree does not give anyone a right to tell me what to do.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 24, 2012, 08:14:17 AM
Second Lieutenants: A-holes that don't know land nav  :x
You'd think a college degree might make them smarter but sorry some botany degree does not give anyone a right to tell me what to do.
nope but the chain-o-command does....
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 24, 2012, 08:17:19 AM
They can't do anything to me  :engel: Worse thing that will happen is Sgt. will chew me out and then congratulate me when no one is looking.
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Post by: Not-not-kenny on December 24, 2012, 10:49:11 AM
Second Lieutenants: A-holes that don't know land nav  :x
You'd think a college degree might make them smarter but sorry some botany degree does not give anyone a right to tell me what to do.
nope but the chain-o-command does....

You mean the chain they go beat you with 'til you understand who's in ruttin' command here?
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Post by: wissenlander on December 24, 2012, 12:33:29 PM
You mean the chain they go beat you with 'til you understand who's in ruttin' command here?

Well played. :::cheers:::
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 24, 2012, 12:37:18 PM
I'm actually really discontent that the mods won't change my name back.  :unsure:
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Post by: Midaski on December 24, 2012, 01:20:39 PM

I'm actually really discontent that the mods won't change my name back.  :unsure:



Can't have that can we ...................  :engel:

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Post by: kera foehunter on December 24, 2012, 01:35:04 PM
I'm actually really discontent that the mods won't change my name back.  :unsure:

 ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh !!! Don't be the Cry- Baby of doom
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Post by: Midaski on December 24, 2012, 02:18:07 PM
I thought my "Small Bore of Doom" worked on so many levels ......... well Cannon's wife told me one level was certainly right   :icon_exclaim: badumtish

and it was only given a short run - sorry CoD     she told me that too, but I digress, before someone else changed it to the rather limited Helcannon.

There have been several good puns flying around of late, mainly from Fidelis with pony puns, making up for Gneisenau's absence.
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Post by: GamesPoet on December 24, 2012, 02:29:57 PM
Where the heck has Gneisenau been lately?  Maybe rewriting his book on Blucher? :icon_wink:
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Post by: Aldaris on December 24, 2012, 03:11:05 PM
...making up for Gneisenau's absence.

Nothing can make up for the Gnu's absence.
 :|
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on December 24, 2012, 03:12:57 PM
Gneisenau.
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Post by: S.O.F on December 24, 2012, 09:13:42 PM
So purchased some old Brets from the UK off Ebay they other week and they arrived today unceremoniously tossed in a mailing envelope luckily none have broken but most ended up a bit more heavily bent then I should have liked. In addition the fellow that shipped them charged me £17.20 shipping for an item that only weighted in the end  350 grams (which at most U believe would end up being like £12.16 shipped Airsure)....bah I hate Ebay complaints so I have initially started off with just talking to the seller about it to hope for an amicable compromise...wonder if it will happen. 
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 24, 2012, 09:36:47 PM
Second Lieutenants: A-holes that don't know land nav  :x
You'd think a college degree might make them smarter but sorry some botany degree does not give anyone a right to tell me what to do.
nope but the chain-o-command does....

You mean the chain they go beat you with 'til you understand who's in ruttin' command here?
Hey! This is the U.S. Amry we are talking about.........  :icon_wink: We haven't been able to do that since the 60's!
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Post by: Johann Q Peasant on December 24, 2012, 09:52:24 PM
My little Sister Dates a putz. He is ten years older, she is a senior in college at Chapel Hill. Her future is bright. This dude has no accomplishments to speak of.  I think she just likes fixer uppers.

My other sisters dislike him intensely.  I don't mind his personality, just his career, which is non-existant.  The guy is alright in person.  If he had a career in whatever I'd be happy. It just bothers me, because I'm scared this asshole is going to try and anchor her to him.   :dry:
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Post by: Aldaris on December 24, 2012, 09:59:14 PM
My little Sister Dates a putz. He is ten years older, she is a senior in college at Chapel Hill. Her future is bright. This dude has no accomplishments to speak of.  I think she just likes fixer uppers.

My other sisters dislike him intensely.  I don't mind his personality, just his career, which is non-existant.  The guy is alright in person.  If he had a career in whatever I'd be happy. It just bothers me, because I'm scared this asshole is going to try and anchor her to him.   :dry:

Well, certainly not ideal, but it could be worse. As you say - he's alright in person. Your sister still has a bright future, it might just end up with the equivalent of "career man with decorative wife" - just the other way around.
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Post by: Quickbeam on December 26, 2012, 11:16:42 PM
A Saiga 12 would be fun. Wish I could get one....
I hate you California!  :eusa_wall:
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Post by: thundercake on December 27, 2012, 02:30:16 AM
My little Sister Dates a putz. He is ten years older, she is a senior in college at Chapel Hill. Her future is bright. This dude has no accomplishments to speak of.  I think she just likes fixer uppers.

My other sisters dislike him intensely.  I don't mind his personality, just his career, which is non-existant.  The guy is alright in person.  If he had a career in whatever I'd be happy. It just bothers me, because I'm scared this asshole is going to try and anchor her to him.   :dry:

tell her to buy a house.
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Post by: patsy02 on December 27, 2012, 01:33:49 PM
My little Sister Dates a putz. He is ten years older, she is a senior in college at Chapel Hill. Her future is bright. This dude has no accomplishments to speak of.  I think she just likes fixer uppers.

My other sisters dislike him intensely.  I don't mind his personality, just his career, which is non-existant.  The guy is alright in person.  If he had a career in whatever I'd be happy. It just bothers me, because I'm scared this asshole is going to try and anchor her to him.   :dry:
Yeah, fuck people for not having great careers. They should find someone who's lower class like them, or just die lonely.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 27, 2012, 02:57:04 PM
My little Sister Dates a putz. He is ten years older, she is a senior in college at Chapel Hill. Her future is bright. This dude has no accomplishments to speak of.  I think she just likes fixer uppers.

My other sisters dislike him intensely.  I don't mind his personality, just his career, which is non-existant.  The guy is alright in person.  If he had a career in whatever I'd be happy. It just bothers me, because I'm scared this asshole is going to try and anchor her to him.   :dry:
Yeah, fuck people for not having great careers. They should find someone who's lower class like them, or just die lonely.
(http://assets.diylol.com/hfs/c00/b15/00c/resized/stiff-upper-lip-stephen-meme-generator-hmm-yes-quite-84b5a8.jpg?1302662214)
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Post by: GamesPoet on December 27, 2012, 03:03:35 PM
Warning: Blank space with little red x in upper left hand corner posted above. :icon_wink:
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 27, 2012, 04:02:45 PM
I would think the icanhascheesbrger pictures wouldnt have that problem. anywho, if they are both happy whats the problem?
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 27, 2012, 11:21:13 PM
me and my ex have been broken up since august and I havnt seen her since mid september.  I just saw a recent picture of her and she looks great and lost a lot of weight, I on the other hand feel like I look like the goblin king from the hobbit.  :eusa_wall:  She still hasnt come by to get her fish tank yet (the contract I signed said I would watch it until I either move out or she finds a place for it) so chances are when she does come to pick it up she will be rubbing in my face the fact that she's hot and I don't have her anymore while I am being unattractive.

and now I seriously feel sick.
cue the "Mr. Brightside"  by the killers and the thoughts induced by the lyrics
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Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 12:11:43 AM
Warning: Blank space with little red x in upper left hand corner posted above. :icon_wink:

You need to fix your picture issues, GP.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on December 28, 2012, 03:16:49 AM
Warning: Blank space with little red x in upper left hand corner posted above. :icon_wink:
You need to fix your picture issues, GP.
I can see it now clearly.

Reminds me of song ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkwJ-g0iJ6w

"Its going to be a bright, bright sun shiny day ...  I think I can make it now, the pain is gone ...  all of the bad feelings have disappeared ... here is that rainbow I've been praying for ... "

Oh the irony! :icon_lol:
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Post by: oak_prince on December 28, 2012, 04:40:26 AM
My little Sister Dates a putz. He is ten years older, she is a senior in college at Chapel Hill. Her future is bright. This dude has no accomplishments to speak of.  I think she just likes fixer uppers.

A lot of high-value girls I've known have a thing for losers for some reason. Whereas mediocre girls tend to think they're hot stuff and feel entitled to guys who are way out of their leagues. Girls are funny that way.

me and my ex have been broken up since august and I havnt seen her since mid september.  I just saw a recent picture of her and she looks great and lost a lot of weight, I on the other hand feel like I look like the goblin king from the hobbit.  :eusa_wall:  She still hasnt come by to get her fish tank yet (the contract I signed said I would watch it until I either move out or she finds a place for it) so chances are when she does come to pick it up she will be rubbing in my face the fact that she's hot and I don't have her anymore while I am being unattractive.

I'm here for you if you want any advice on dieting or weightlifting.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 05:15:05 AM
I'm here if you want any advice on ignoring that bitch and eating chocolate cake while she picks up her stupid fish.  :::cheers:::
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Post by: thundercake on December 28, 2012, 05:24:31 AM
or if you want to go to taco bell and get those new grillers things, im here for you. the beefy nacho one is the best! or if you need workout motivation, send me your number and ill yet at you on my way to the gym.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on December 28, 2012, 12:22:15 PM
Get a friend that's hotter than her and have her draped over you when she picks up her fish.

Failing that, hire a hooker.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on December 28, 2012, 01:21:18 PM
Updated to the 2013 version of AVG. As a result all my e-mails are gone. Didn't make a recent back-up.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 28, 2012, 02:27:40 PM
There is one think that you guys are over looking.. :biggriin:   It goes with compassion..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 02:58:09 PM
There is one think that you guys are over looking.. :biggriin:   It goes with compassion..

A vagina?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Uryens de Crux on December 28, 2012, 03:25:24 PM
No, they are merciless

Chips?
Chips go with everything!


(That's fries to you ill educated colonials)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 03:59:50 PM
No, they are merciless

Chips?
Chips go with everything!


(That's fries to you ill educated colonials)
You are mistaken, sir. French Fry refers to the deep fried method of cooking, so you would often see terms such as French Fried potatoes, French Fried Okra, etc. They are then properly termed French Fried potato slices, or fries for short. Potato chips are thinly sliced, meeting the definition of chip, and were invented in the United States. You got to name Worcestershire (pronounced Woostershire for no reason) sauce so we get to name stuff we invented. In fact, only Britain uses the term 'crisp' to describe potato chips. That makes you wrong and weird.

chip[ chip ]
noun
1. a small, slender piece, as of wood, separated by chopping, cutting, or breaking.
2. a very thin slice or small piece of food, candy, etc.: chocolate chips.
3. a mark or flaw made by the breaking off or gouging out of a small piece: This glass has a chip.


http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potato_chip
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_fries
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Uryens de Crux on December 28, 2012, 04:05:21 PM
Yeah, like Wikipedia is a trustworthy source or a dictionary made up to prove you don't speak English can be relied upon...

If your gonna quote a reference try the OED which is the daddy of dictionaries

http://oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/chip?q=chip

Also, ironically (and back on topic) chips make a great accompaniment for fried fish
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 28, 2012, 04:08:42 PM
There is one think that you guys are over looking.. :biggriin:   It goes with compassion..

A vagina?

 No !!  think of something you have but bigger !! :blush:
 No!! not a bank account. Not a car...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Uryens de Crux on December 28, 2012, 04:11:55 PM
Maybe he does have an incredibly big vagina?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 04:14:40 PM
There is one think that you guys are over looking.. :biggriin:   It goes with compassion..

A vagina?

 No !!  think of something you have but bigger !! :blush:
 No!! not a bank account. Not a car...

Something I have but a woman doesn't?

An overwhelming intellect and a towering ego?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 04:16:47 PM
Maybe he does have an incredibly big vagina?
(http://www.thezooom.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/I-will-find-you-and-i-will-kill-you.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on December 28, 2012, 04:42:37 PM
There is one think that you guys are over looking.. :biggriin:   It goes with compassion..

A vagina?

 No !!  think of something you have but bigger !! :blush:
 No!! not a bank account. Not a car...

Something I have but a woman doesn't?

An overwhelming intellect and a towering ego?
Reason and accountability? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DycWgVazDSk)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on December 28, 2012, 05:09:54 PM
Yeah, like Wikipedia is a trustworthy source
Funny how Wikipedia always is completely acceptable until it contains information that doesn't help your argument!

Cue 'I never thought Wikipedia was reliable in the first place'

Unhappy thought; everyone who's ever used that argument is a hypocrite and a whiny baby. Alright, maybe not that unhappy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 28, 2012, 05:28:43 PM
Last clue!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymucqmjJs20
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on December 28, 2012, 05:57:27 PM
Is it a penis? I think the answer is "penis".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 06:06:54 PM
Last clue!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymucqmjJs20
I cannot tell if you mean the literal or the metaphorical...

There is one think that you guys are over looking.. :biggriin:   It goes with compassion..

A vagina?

 No !!  think of something you have but bigger !! :blush:
 No!! not a bank account. Not a car...

Something I have but a woman doesn't?

An overwhelming intellect and a towering ego?
Reason and accountability? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DycWgVazDSk)
too true.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 06:12:30 PM
Is it a penis? I think the answer is "penis".

Is she suggesting that feanor slap that girl with his enormous penis? That could work.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on December 28, 2012, 06:39:00 PM
Last clue!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymucqmjJs20
I love that movie with all of my body (including my special purpose).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on December 28, 2012, 06:40:47 PM
Is she suggesting that feanor slap that girl with his enormous penis? That could work.



I thought Feanor had already done that ...... and she still behaved like a bitch.   :engel:

I always think of compassion with PITY.

Pity the poor sod as he is not getting any at the moment.

Actually as I recall Feanor is quite short - maybe he and Kera are a match made in a 'stronghold'     :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 06:56:30 PM
What he lacks in feet he makes up in inches.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 06:58:09 PM
Is she suggesting that feanor slap that girl with his enormous penis? That could work.



I thought Feanor had already done that ...... and she still behaved like a bitch.   :engel:

I always think of compassion with PITY.

Pity the poor sod as he is not getting any at the moment.

Actually as I recall Feanor is quite short - maybe he and Kera are a match made in a 'stronghold'     :biggriin:
i'm 5'5"! thats not quite short, I'm as tall as wolverine and vegeta!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 28, 2012, 07:00:12 PM
I like this thread  :laugh:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 07:01:43 PM
What he lacks in feet he makes up in inches.
I am concentrated awesome!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 28, 2012, 07:06:49 PM
Hey I was just thinking.... whatever happened to us making that "women are evil" thread?  :engel:
Inappropriate while Kera is around?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 28, 2012, 07:23:18 PM
Is it a penis? I think the answer is "penis".

Is she suggesting that feanor slap that girl with his enormous penis? That could work.
Your  overwhelming intellect Figured it out  Canon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 08:41:54 PM
Hey I was just thinking.... whatever happened to us making that "women are evil" thread?  :engel:
Inappropriate while Kera is around?

Even more appropriate with kera around.  :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 10:23:27 PM
Actually as I recall Feanor is quite short - maybe he and Kera are a match made in a 'stronghold'     :biggriin:

'fraid I don't know her that well enough.

plus I prefer blondes.... (http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_azkkmFL6F8/UFHuoWos51I/AAAAAAAABPU/iHmS6CxdeeI/s1600/sexy-demotivational-pigtails-785511.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 10:26:28 PM
Actually as I recall Feanor is quite short - maybe he and Kera are a match made in a 'stronghold'     :biggriin:

'fraid I don't know her that well enough.

plus I prefer blondes.... (http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_azkkmFL6F8/UFHuoWos51I/AAAAAAAABPU/iHmS6CxdeeI/s1600/sexy-demotivational-pigtails-785511.jpg)

We don't know she's not blonde. She is an internet ghost.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 10:39:00 PM
Actually as I recall Feanor is quite short - maybe he and Kera are a match made in a 'stronghold'     :biggriin:

'fraid I don't know her that well enough.

plus I prefer blondes.... (http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_azkkmFL6F8/UFHuoWos51I/AAAAAAAABPU/iHmS6CxdeeI/s1600/sexy-demotivational-pigtails-785511.jpg)

We don't know she's not blonde. She is an internet ghost.
Well if she's a ghost, I am not Dan Aykroyd (Ray) from Ghostbusters...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 10:39:21 PM
also please tell me you didnt miss the link for blondes CoD? hahaha :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 28, 2012, 10:44:15 PM
also please tell me you didnt miss the link for blondes CoD? hahaha :icon_wink:

I didn't miss it. Maybe Kera has pigtails. Kera, do you have pigtails so these children can lust after you?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 28, 2012, 10:47:02 PM
also please tell me you didnt miss the link for blondes CoD? hahaha :icon_wink:

I didn't miss it. Maybe Kera has pigtails. Kera, do you have pigtails so these children can lust after you?  :engel:
I think it may be bad form to sexualize our female forum members.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MA2oEBGQ2A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MA2oEBGQ2A)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on December 29, 2012, 12:06:49 AM

Given your track record with Blondes, Feanor maybe it's time you changed your preferences ................  :engel:

  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on December 29, 2012, 12:21:14 AM
Yes, try another sex or gender.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 29, 2012, 01:12:11 AM

Given your track record with Blondes, Feanor maybe it's time you changed your preferences ................  :engel:

  :closed-eyes:
If I do that I will keep getting hit for staring at a blonde... Anywho I need to stop dating crazy immature blondes, not blondes all together  :::cheers:::

truth be told I'll take a brunette woman with curves over a super skinny blonde anyday.  Now a curvy blonde....jackpot (granted that is what I used to have)  Fat bottom girls make the rockin world go round...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: thundercake on December 29, 2012, 02:24:34 AM
i see nothing unhappy about this thread
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on December 29, 2012, 11:42:11 AM
i see nothing unhappy about this thread


I am sad. There.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 29, 2012, 12:31:19 PM
You are indeed a very sad person.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 29, 2012, 12:54:42 PM

Given your track record with Blondes, Feanor maybe it's time you changed your preferences ................  :engel:

  :closed-eyes:

 Wow!! he peeps on me.. now he all over Feanor.    :ph34r:  < shutter >
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 29, 2012, 12:56:25 PM
Ahoi Kera....if only we could understand your language.  :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 29, 2012, 01:07:32 PM
You can and that what scares you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 29, 2012, 01:15:46 PM
I bet she's really eloquent in person. My cousin types a bit like Kera, because she just goes too fast.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 29, 2012, 01:46:21 PM
Ohhh!!  you can't read Kera ?? Because i forgot these. Please , forgive me its early Saturday morning.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on December 29, 2012, 02:48:11 PM
She sounded totally crazy feanor,you're Better off without her!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 29, 2012, 05:31:45 PM

Given your track record with Blondes, Feanor maybe it's time you changed your preferences ................  :engel:

  :closed-eyes:

 Wow!! he peeps on me.. now he all over Feanor.    :ph34r:  < shutter >

She sounded totally crazy feanor,you're Better off without her!

(http://gifs.gifbin.com/062010/1275389857_naked-gun-facepalm.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 29, 2012, 05:43:38 PM
You don't want any of this !! Feanor
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkUssz_YJDk

Now that you seen this ..  I don't sound crAZY Do i
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on December 29, 2012, 05:47:47 PM
Have you had already a look at those 2000+ Asian women this website is propagating?  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 29, 2012, 06:01:53 PM
Have you had already a look at those 2000+ Asian women this website is propagating?  :icon_wink:
I am totally lost at this comment...

You don't want any of this !! Feanor
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkUssz_YJDk

Now that you seen this ..  I don't sound crAZY Do i
Ghetto girls are crazy and I try to limit all possible contact with ghettos girls for more reasons than just that, and there is a ton in DC... 
:icon_neutral:

crazy is too broad and harsh a word for my past two girlfriends, more like immature and unstable.  Hitting me across the face with a guitar because she "wasn't angry" comes to mind. I think of all the forum members I only told Warlord the entire story.  That was a very bad day.  Oddly enough it was also my little brother's 20th birthday 2 years ago.  It's hard to forget (even after the blunt trauma to the head).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on December 29, 2012, 06:24:03 PM
Crazy.

That shit cray boi. Gitchu outa thurr.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 29, 2012, 06:24:54 PM
Have you had already a look at those 2000+ Asian women this website is propagating?  :icon_wink:
Most of us have adblocker or something on our browsers nowadays so they don't show up anymore  :laugh:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on December 29, 2012, 06:52:34 PM
Have you had already a look at those 2000+ Asian women this website is propagating?  :icon_wink:
Most of us have adblocker or something on our browsers nowadays so they don't show up anymore  :laugh:
I get "VA Home Loans" and ads for The War Store.  Google ads are mostly targeted based on your browsing history.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 29, 2012, 07:04:14 PM
Have you had already a look at those 2000+ Asian women this website is propagating?  :icon_wink:
I am totally lost at this comment...

You don't want any of this !! Feanor
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkUssz_YJDk

Now that you seen this ..  I don't sound crAZY Do i
Ghetto girls are crazy and I try to limit all possible contact with ghettos girls for more reasons than just that, and there is a ton in DC... 
:icon_neutral:

crazy is too broad and harsh a word for my past two girlfriends, more like immature and unstable.  Hitting me across the face with a guitar because she "wasn't angry" comes to mind. I think of all the forum members I only told Warlord the entire story.  That was a very bad day.  Oddly enough it was also my little brother's 20th birthday 2 years ago.  It's hard to forget (even after the blunt trauma to the head).

 Maybe you should  get your hearing checked ?? Hitting someone  across the face with a guitar is when someone keep talking and will not shut up
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on December 29, 2012, 08:04:22 PM
Have you had already a look at those 2000+ Asian women this website is propagating?  :icon_wink:
Most of us have adblocker or something on our browsers nowadays so they don't show up anymore  :laugh:
I get "VA Home Loans" and ads for The War Store.  Google ads are mostly targeted based on your browsing history.

So essentially:

Tobias: But I suppose we all do expose our inner desires, don't we?
Maeby: I think you just did.
Tobias: No I didn't


Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 29, 2012, 09:39:28 PM
Have you had already a look at those 2000+ Asian women this website is propagating?  :icon_wink:
I am totally lost at this comment...

You don't want any of this !! Feanor
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkUssz_YJDk

Now that you seen this ..  I don't sound crAZY Do i
Ghetto girls are crazy and I try to limit all possible contact with ghettos girls for more reasons than just that, and there is a ton in DC... 
:icon_neutral:

crazy is too broad and harsh a word for my past two girlfriends, more like immature and unstable.  Hitting me across the face with a guitar because she "wasn't angry" comes to mind. I think of all the forum members I only told Warlord the entire story.  That was a very bad day.  Oddly enough it was also my little brother's 20th birthday 2 years ago.  It's hard to forget (even after the blunt trauma to the head).

 Maybe you should  get your hearing checked ?? Hitting someone  across the face with a guitar is when someone keep talking and will not shut up
I had trouble hearing out of my right ear for a day but it wasnt from her hitting me with the guitar, it was from her hitting and smacking me in the ear when I was trying to leave the apartment with my things.  Her sister stopped by and pulled her off of me as I was going for the door.  Again a very dark day...
 :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on December 29, 2012, 10:31:29 PM
I had trouble hearing out of my right ear for a day but it wasnt from her hitting me with the guitar, it was from her hitting and smacking me in the ear when I was trying to leave the apartment with my things.  Her sister stopped by and pulled her off of me as I was going for the door.  Again a very dark day...
 :icon_frown:

That's some F'ed up S right there.  She was indeed crazy, and you deserve better.  Makes me thankful for how smooth my divorce went.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 30, 2012, 12:03:13 AM
Wow, i see a pattern  here. Most of the people at this site seams to have problems.
 Lots of Problems, But they say I'm the crazy one..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 30, 2012, 12:05:55 AM
As you are problem free?

I am happy though.....just checking on the unhappy if I can make fun about Whitey once again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on December 30, 2012, 12:10:24 AM
Kera, I don't have too many problems.

Feanor, hitting someone with à guitar is crazy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 30, 2012, 12:12:46 AM
As you are problem free?

I am happy though.....just checking on the unhappy if I can make fun about Whitey once again.

Why yes, i have no problems!! where still Honeymooners.. :biggriin: :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on December 30, 2012, 12:13:22 AM
Wow, i see a pattern  here. Most of the people at this site seams to have problems.
 Lots of Problems, But they say I'm the crazy one..

Everyone has problems. Overall, mine are minor...no one's ever hit me with a guitar, for instance.  I got divorced a few months ago, but that's 90% behind me and the other areas of my life are pretty solid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: kera foehunter on December 30, 2012, 12:38:06 AM
As you are problem free?

I am happy though....

lol but your not happy enough to be sleeping in a warm bed
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 30, 2012, 01:00:23 AM
Bed is warm....and sleeping is overrated...drinking whisky and driving around in tanks is fun.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 30, 2012, 03:58:13 AM
Wow, i see a pattern  here. Most of the people at this site seams to have problems.
 Lots of Problems, But they say I'm the crazy one..
I don't have problems! I'm practically perfect in every way!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on December 31, 2012, 12:45:01 PM
I don't have problems! I'm practically perfect in every way!

So you're problem is narcissism?  :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 31, 2012, 04:52:35 PM
sometimes I want to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind myself, granted I've never seen the movie, only aware of the premise.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on December 31, 2012, 05:17:46 PM
I don't have problems! I'm practically perfect in every way!

So you're problem is narcissism?  :wink:
Probably also a couple bratty little kids.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on December 31, 2012, 05:22:18 PM
sometimes I want to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind myself, granted I've never seen the movie, only aware of the premise.
You should see it, it's really good. Anyway, why bother caring about some obnoxious urban skank?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 01, 2013, 05:29:52 AM
sometimes I want to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind myself, granted I've never seen the movie, only aware of the premise.
You should see it, it's really good. Anyway, why bother caring about some obnoxious urban skank?

+1.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on January 01, 2013, 07:49:55 AM
(http://memearchive.net/memerial.net/1840/gandhi.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 01, 2013, 08:17:57 AM
Another Xbox. Microsoft must be having a sale.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 01, 2013, 01:25:48 PM
Another Xbox. Microsoft must be having a sale.  :engel:

Rimshot.

Also, New Year's was pretty meh. Perhaps I just wasn't drunk enough.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrAbyssal on January 01, 2013, 09:57:01 PM
Another Xbox. Microsoft must be having a sale.  :engel:

Rimshot.

Also, New Year's was pretty meh. Perhaps I just wasn't drunk enough.

Could have been worse. It could have been mine.

Was planning on having some good friends around for drinks but they call cancelled on me at the last minute, all backup plans fell through and then had to work on New Years Day. While at work some random jumped off the multi-story car park next door, right in front of the one real window on my floor...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 04, 2013, 04:20:34 PM
England has the most expensive trains in Europe!  :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 04, 2013, 04:24:43 PM
England has the most expensive trains in Europe!  :icon_evil:
but some of the best gams!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgguEZCE3Dk&list=FLhsG-Z7bGV9YA1MAOG45m6Q (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgguEZCE3Dk&list=FLhsG-Z7bGV9YA1MAOG45m6Q)

particularly the red head in the for front on the corner.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 04, 2013, 04:44:14 PM
Maybe, but that's not going to make train journeys any cheaper!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 04, 2013, 04:48:09 PM
Maybe, but that's not going to make train journeys any cheaper!
might make them more entertaining if they performed on the train...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on January 04, 2013, 07:14:54 PM
2012 collected items..

januari - my mom in a far gone state of alzheimer got diagnosed with amonia and no antibiotics for her, we prepare for the worst.. eventually she gets over it and we all wait until the next time...
januari - father in law gets news that he has sown out lungcancer and together with his untreatable lungfybrosis it can't be treated anymore without to high risk.
july - my eldest daughter came to live with us due to some circumstances with her mother (my ex-wife), since then living with 3 kids here. Problematic going on with eachother the first month between the eldest.
july - getting a new work assignment halfway across the country (3 hours per day in the car on travel time)

then when things finally seem to go at easy

november
Father in law has more and more difficulty getting around and has ste some goals in december and start of january that he still wants to see (Sinterklaas, Xmas dinner on the first xmasday and the bday of his youngest grandchild january 2nd.
december
- 23rd - father in law get hospitalized getting harder and harder to breathe
- 24th - partner of my ex-wife suddenly dies in his sleep (stepfather to our eldest 2 daugthers of 7 and 10), took the other 2 kids in house for the day.
- 28th - While I was at work my neighbour and my partner decided to go out to the market with the kids and had a carcrash, nothing bad luckily but the car was a right off (neighbours car) but multiple doctor visits and 1 dentist visit was needed.
- 28th - father in law together with docters decides to end it with sleeping aid and then off the oxygen, he still lives for another 24 hours.
- 29th - 21.15 father in law dies.
- 30th - kids got opportunity to paint the casket of the partner of my exwife

january (as we see it a closure for a bad 2012)
- 2nd - cremation of the partner of my exwife
- 3rd - another painting of a casket by all the grandchildren
- 4th - today cremation of my father in law

Lets hope 2013 will be a better year (I already said that my mother isn't allowed to go this year and needs to wait till atleast 2014 now..)
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 04, 2013, 07:41:34 PM
Man. My condolences to you and your family. I don't know what else to say.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 05, 2013, 05:03:26 AM
Walked into a GW at a major shopping centre this morning to pick up some black spray thanks to mine running out halfway through a unit. Pause at the table nearest the door where they've set up the Hobbit miniatures as I haven't actually seen them in person. Another guy walks in behind me and stops at the same table. Redshirt comes over and starts talking to us about the Hobbit movie and how we could split the box between us and how it's a great introduction to gaming. At this point the other guy and I have kinda raised our eyebrows in collective confusion. Redshirt then segues into a spiel about the new White Dwarf and the Golden Demon feature.

Two problems:
1. I've been collecting for nine years. Pretty sure I don't need the Hobbit to introduce me. Plus the miniatures aren't *that* great anyway. Check the crowd before launching into your speech (which, IIRC, is part of GWs customer service 'golden rules').
2. If I was in fact a newbie, you really think Golden Demon is the first thing I'm going to want to know about? Sure they look great, but I'm pretty sure that's going to intimidate someone who's never put paint to model before. Try pushing the free poster or the feature on the Dark Angels. Much better plan.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on January 05, 2013, 05:15:38 AM
From one tall guy to another, you can get better spray primer for 1/3rd the cost of GW primer.

And yeah, redshirts are annoying but I'm sure flogging that Hobbit crap is a required part of their job.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 05, 2013, 05:27:40 AM
From one tall guy to another, you can get better spray primer for 1/3rd the cost of GW primer.

And yeah, redshirts are annoying but I'm sure flogging that Hobbit crap is a required part of their job.

Yeah, I should probably look at alternatives...I've stuck pretty religiously to GW paints in the past though.

I wouldn't have minded him flogging the Hobbit stuff - that's part of the job. I just have a large enough ego that I dislike people talking to me as if I'm a newbie - I get the same way with work stuff. If he'd phrased more along the lines of 'Hey, here's another system you could look at collecting.' I could have ignored him without any rancour. *shrug*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 05, 2013, 05:41:27 AM
I don't know if it's the same now, but the GW guys in Sydney used to have set questions they had to ask when someone walked in the door. I remember a guy I knew doing his first shift, the manager staring at him as he chatted with me and he sighed, and launched into "so what are you working on at the moment?" followed by pointing out new releases. I think I actually witnessed the exact moment he traded his dignity and gaming soul for minimum wage lucre.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 05, 2013, 06:12:25 AM
I don't know if it's the same now, but the GW guys in Sydney used to have set questions they had to ask when someone walked in the door. I remember a guy I knew doing his first shift, the manager staring at him as he chatted with me and he sighed, and launched into "so what are you working on at the moment?" followed by pointing out new releases. I think I actually witnessed the exact moment he traded his dignity and gaming soul for minimum wage lucre.

Don't forget the discounted models(they still do that right?). Poor guy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 05, 2013, 10:09:19 AM
The hobbit models suck ass anyway
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on January 05, 2013, 01:57:06 PM
I'm always amazed that people buy anything from a GW store.

People that buy from GW online are even more puzzling.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 05, 2013, 06:16:31 PM
I'm always amazed that people buy anything from a GW store.

People that buy from GW online are even more puzzling.
So you can lie and say that all the models in your treekin box are messed up and they send you out a new one  :::cheers:::
6 treekin for 53 bucks? That's almost with it right??
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 05, 2013, 11:16:49 PM
I'm always amazed that people buy anything from a GW store.

People that buy from GW online are even more puzzling.

One factor is convenience. I needed to source spray on a Friday/Saturday so I can do a mass job today (Sunday). I can either walk into the GW store next to where I was getting my hair cut or I can ring around the independents in the city to see what they have. The independents are all at least a forty-five minute drive from where I am. Mail order isn't really an option due to the short timeframe. *shrug*

I agree, no one should do major purchases from GW though. That's why I work the secondary market so heavily.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on January 06, 2013, 10:05:19 AM
2012 collected items..

januari - my mom in a far gone state of alzheimer got diagnosed with amonia and no antibiotics for her, we prepare for the worst.. eventually she gets over it and we all wait until the next time...
januari - father in law gets news that he has sown out lungcancer and together with his untreatable lungfybrosis it can't be treated anymore without to high risk.
july - my eldest daughter came to live with us due to some circumstances with her mother (my ex-wife), since then living with 3 kids here. Problematic going on with eachother the first month between the eldest.
july - getting a new work assignment halfway across the country (3 hours per day in the car on travel time)

then when things finally seem to go at easy

november
Father in law has more and more difficulty getting around and has ste some goals in december and start of january that he still wants to see (Sinterklaas, Xmas dinner on the first xmasday and the bday of his youngest grandchild january 2nd.
december
- 23rd - father in law get hospitalized getting harder and harder to breathe
- 24th - partner of my ex-wife suddenly dies in his sleep (stepfather to our eldest 2 daugthers of 7 and 10), took the other 2 kids in house for the day.
- 28th - While I was at work my neighbour and my partner decided to go out to the market with the kids and had a carcrash, nothing bad luckily but the car was a right off (neighbours car) but multiple doctor visits and 1 dentist visit was needed.
- 28th - father in law together with docters decides to end it with sleeping aid and then off the oxygen, he still lives for another 24 hours.
- 29th - 21.15 father in law dies.
- 30th - kids got opportunity to paint the casket of the partner of my exwife

january (as we see it a closure for a bad 2012)
- 2nd - cremation of the partner of my exwife
- 3rd - another painting of a casket by all the grandchildren
- 4th - today cremation of my father in law

Lets hope 2013 will be a better year (I already said that my mother isn't allowed to go this year and needs to wait till atleast 2014 now..)

And my mother didn't listen... Got a call from my sister this morning, she is bad with a fever and already on morphine... Though they can't prognose a time line yet they think it won't last long...
This will be a great start for 2013...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 06, 2013, 11:18:23 AM
I'm sorry to hear you had sucha  rough 2012 steg,

I'm not sure this is much consolation bu my grandmother in law had alzheimers, and when she died I think it helped my wife a lot as they could grieve properly for her, despite the fact that her grandmother hadn't really been "her grandmother" for about 5 years.

Sending my thoughts to you and the rest of your family through these trying times.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on January 06, 2013, 11:28:48 AM
I'm sorry to hear you had sucha  rough 2012 steg,

I'm not sure this is much consolation bu my grandmother in law had alzheimers, and when she died I think it helped my wife a lot as they could grieve properly for her, despite the fact that her grandmother hadn't really been "her grandmother" for about 5 years.

Sending my thoughts to you and the rest of your family through these trying times.

Tnx Finlay, I think that will be my consolation aswell, she couldn't be my mother anymore since about 2004ish or something... it has been so long that I can't even remember exactly what year.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on January 06, 2013, 04:14:39 PM
That is rough man.  Take care of yourself.  God bless.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrAbyssal on January 06, 2013, 11:52:15 PM
Man. My condolences to you and your family. I don't know what else to say.

+1
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on January 07, 2013, 12:38:01 PM
Man. My condolences to you and your family. I don't know what else to say.

+1

A +1 from me as well. Children painting a casket? I've never heard of it before. I'm not sure if I find it sad or beautiful.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on January 07, 2013, 07:28:06 PM
Thank you all for the support!

Man. My condolences to you and your family. I don't know what else to say.

+1

A +1 from me as well. Children painting a casket? I've never heard of it before. I'm not sure if I find it sad or beautiful.

I hadn't heard from it before aswell, but both the partner of my ex and my father in law had such a casket (for cremation) of simple wood. As for the children I think it's a great opportunity to have something for their own to work with, something they know how to express themselves with. Alot better then a stuffy ceremony atleast for them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 07, 2013, 08:09:31 PM
Can't it be sad and beautiful?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 07, 2013, 08:22:27 PM
Can't it be sad and beautiful?

Many things in life are.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 08, 2013, 09:49:29 AM
Well, the regular stores have stopped selling julmust. I guess christmas is officially over.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 08, 2013, 11:12:35 AM
Well, the regular stores have stopped selling julmust. I guess christmas is officially over.

Just add maple syrup to Root Beer and drink that. Same thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 08, 2013, 08:21:23 PM
Well, the regular stores have stopped selling julmust. I guess christmas is officially over.

Just add maple syrup to Root Beer and drink that. Same thing.

I was gonna ask what julmust was.  If it tastes like maple syrup in root beer, I don't think I'm interested.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 08, 2013, 11:03:57 PM
Too bad Root Beer and maple syrup is kinda complicated to get a hold of in my parts. I think I'll just wait until easter.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 09, 2013, 12:11:23 AM
Too bad Root Beer and maple syrup is kinda complicated to get a hold of in my parts. I think I'll just wait until easter.

Where do you live, man?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 09, 2013, 12:23:13 AM
Too bad Root Beer and maple syrup is kinda complicated to get a hold of in my parts. I think I'll just wait until easter.

Where do you live, man?

In the Swedish deep south, university city called Lund.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 09, 2013, 06:16:37 AM
Well, the regular stores have stopped selling julmust. I guess christmas is officially over.

Just add maple syrup to Root Beer and drink that. Same thing.

I was gonna ask what julmust was.  If it tastes like maple syrup in root beer, I don't think I'm interested.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julmust
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 09, 2013, 08:36:15 PM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julmust

Thanks; I have been enlightened.

This made me WTF, though: "The European Union may ban julmust since they banned the selling of malt beverages containing caramel colouring."  What's the rationale behind that?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 09, 2013, 09:06:19 PM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julmust

Thanks; I have been enlightened.

This made me WTF, though: "The European Union may ban julmust since they banned the selling of malt beverages containing caramel colouring."  What's the rationale behind that?

There is no rationale. They're just evil.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on January 09, 2013, 09:31:10 PM
The Baseball Writers Association are a joke, what with no one getting into the Baseball Hall of Fame....

I am of course particularly pissed that the greatest hitting catcher of all time, one Mike Piazza, got less votes for the fine invented narrative of Jack Morris....

Bleh a bunch of BS
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 09, 2013, 10:15:35 PM
The Baseball Writers Association are a joke, what with no one getting into the Baseball Hall of Fame....

I am of course particularly pissed that the greatest hitting catcher of all time, one Mike Piazza, got less votes for the fine invented narrative of Jack Morris....

Bleh a bunch of BS

I've never understood why they leave Hall of Fames up to writers to run.  They're always overly focused on narrative and postseason play (at least for football, which is the only major sport I follow).  I feel they should be run by a committee of some sort, that actually has some sort of objectivity.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 09, 2013, 10:57:18 PM
Go look at the career stats of London fletcher and ray lewis.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 09, 2013, 11:07:03 PM
Go look at the career stats of London fletcher and ray lewis.

A great example.  Ray Lewis is being tauted as possibly "the greatest lineback ever"; I've even seen "possibly the greatest defensive player ever."  Fletcher, however, is usually referred to along the lines of "a solid player that's been doing it forever."  I think the key difference may be Lewis's knack for grabbing the spotlight, as well as his higher college pedigree and draft status...all variables which I think should have little to nothing to do with getting into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on January 10, 2013, 03:19:44 AM
I've never understood why they leave Hall of Fames up to writers to run.  They're always overly focused on narrative and postseason play (at least for football, which is the only major sport I follow).  I feel they should be run by a committee of some sort, that actually has some sort of objectivity.

Yeah I have no clue on the NFL stuff but I do understand they are not much better. Looking back from a few months ago when Vikings Punter Chris Kluwe had a rant on the continued exclusion of Ray Guy from the NFL hall of fame I dug up his Deadspin column:

"You preach intellectual sloth and apathy and the all too popular creed of "I can't be bothered to understand something but I'm going to render judgment on it anyway" that sometimes seems woven into the very fabric of our society. As you smugly guard your gate to the secret clubhouse, you never even stop to consider the underlying message you're sending to an entire generation of football players—a message that lies completely at odds with the stated intent of the game you cherish so much."

Basically the same issues the Baseball hall has these days.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on January 10, 2013, 04:27:22 AM
Go look at the career stats of London fletcher and ray lewis.

Oh, Finlay.  You're a man after me own heart.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on January 10, 2013, 10:29:36 AM
And my mother didn't listen... Got a call from my sister this morning, she is bad with a fever and already on morphine... Though they can't prognose a time line yet they think it won't last long...
This will be a great start for 2013...

She died in the morning of january 8th (7:50 CET)
After being trapped in her body after so long she can now be free

Rest in Piece mom!!!  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 10, 2013, 10:41:58 AM
It may not seem so now, but that is a happy thought mate. She is free at last.

Hope you feel better soon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on January 10, 2013, 10:59:51 AM
My sincere condolences.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on January 10, 2013, 11:55:35 AM
And my mother didn't listen... Got a call from my sister this morning, she is bad with a fever and already on morphine... Though they can't prognose a time line yet they think it won't last long...
This will be a great start for 2013...

She died in the morning of january 8th (7:50 CET)
After being trapped in her body after so long she can now be free

Rest in Piece mom!!!  :icon_cry:

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 10, 2013, 01:58:25 PM
And my mother didn't listen... Got a call from my sister this morning, she is bad with a fever and already on morphine... Though they can't prognose a time line yet they think it won't last long...
This will be a great start for 2013...

She died in the morning of january 8th (7:50 CET)
After being trapped in her body after so long she can now be free

Rest in Piece mom!!!  :icon_cry:


Condoleances, Steg..


Although I sense a bit of relief that her pain is over, it's always hard to lose a loved one.
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 10, 2013, 02:43:15 PM
My condolences steg. I'm sorry for your loss.

On a similar note: a friend from my study killed himself yesterday evening. Nobody saw it coming.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 10, 2013, 03:24:56 PM
My condolences steg. I'm sorry for your loss.

On a similar note: a friend from my study killed himself yesterday evening. Nobody saw it coming.

Ungh, I know how that feels.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on January 10, 2013, 05:08:23 PM
My condolences to both Steg and Obi.  Prayers and blessings to you both.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on January 11, 2013, 05:42:16 AM
Everything that can be said for both of you has already been said. Sometimes life just sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 11, 2013, 08:58:33 PM
brother called out of work because he was sick and went to the hospital.  he brought a doctor note and the management said the doctor's note legitimizes his reason for being out but did not excuse his absence.  While at the doctors that day they hired an old employee back, and promptly fired my brother the next day.
 :eusa_sick:
he asked why and they said because of the absence and also for being 50 minutes late one day a few weeks ago.  The only reason he was late was because they changed his schedule without telling him and his copy proved that.  They then said it came up from HR and that nothing could be done.  BS because I used to work for best buy and that only happens if management tells HR they are going to fire someone.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on January 12, 2013, 12:10:01 AM
That stinks.  I have no idea how this stuff works, but it just seems like there should be some way to file some sort of grievance, or something, when stuff like this happens.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 12, 2013, 01:35:44 AM
talking to my dad apparently there was more going on.  My brother has been calling out a lot and showing up to work late too much too (partying too much) and he has broken and fried some of the work's equipment too.

whelp, maybe this'll learn him that he is not invincible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 12, 2013, 08:30:03 PM
My condoences, Steg and Obi. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on January 14, 2013, 11:33:13 PM
So I have an "inflamed" shoulder. And Tough Mudder on Saturday, Nothing like doing things the tough way  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 15, 2013, 02:21:29 AM
So I have an "inflamed" shoulder. And Tough Mudder on Saturday, Nothing like doing things the tough way  :dry:
(http://www.fireflyfans.net/bluesunimages/052F1E8F8C03A86C03B0E3381A6ACB98.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 15, 2013, 02:25:11 AM
So me and my buddy are in deep trouble. We haven't showed up for Army PT for close to 6 months, it's no fun when you are split-ops they just tell you what you already know 200 times. There will being smokings waiting for us on Wednesday  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 15, 2013, 06:25:03 AM
Smokings ?


As in the dinner jacket ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 15, 2013, 06:39:52 AM
Not really.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6c9m0gqYzOk
This kind of smoking.  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 17, 2013, 02:34:59 PM
I have to miss work today because the buses are not running in my area today for some odd reason.  I really do not want to use my vacation days on a day that I was going to work!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 18, 2013, 04:28:43 AM
I'm starting work now (at 2300, until 0700 tomorrow morning), to cover for the midnights dispatcher, who is ill.  Shift holes are supposed to be covered by part-timers, but they didn't feel like it.  So lucky me gets to do it.  It's just as well, I didn't have any plans...I was just going to be a bum and sleep all night.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 18, 2013, 09:28:57 AM
Do you have people who are always off and then never help if other people are?

There were waiters and waitresses like that when I was doing that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 18, 2013, 09:39:20 AM
Do you have people who are always off and then never help if other people are?

There were waiters and waitresses like that when I was doing that.

Yeah, basically.  The issue is that the city claims that it "can't make the part-timers work."  The part-timers have heard this, so they only work when they want to, and cherry pick shifts that don't interfere with their social lives.  Thus, they are least willing to work the shifts that are the most inconvinient for us full-timers to cover.  And of course, we have to have the shift covered...there's no way to run shorthanded in this business.  So the city is paying me overtime on my days off, instead of paying a part-timer far, far less. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 18, 2013, 10:37:13 AM
Sounds like a lazy HR department. Even with our strong union part timers wouldn't get away with this crap. In fact at my work (staffed 24/7 like you though less vital to the community) you can get called in with 24 hours notice and get sacked if you don't comply.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 18, 2013, 10:57:59 AM
Sounds like a lazy HR department. Even with our strong union part timers wouldn't get away with this crap. In fact at my work (staffed 24/7 like you though less vital to the community) you can get called in with 24 hours notice and get sacked if you don't comply.

There is a real issue, because part-timers aren't classified employees, so they aren't subject to some of the rules that classified employees are -- the main one being that only classified employees can be ordered in to cover an open shift.  However, the part-timers being unclassified also means that they are much easier to fire, for whatever reason you like.  I would argue that that's where my boss should be applying his pressure.  It's the same tactic my dad has used all his life in the restaurant business, and it goes like this: "You only work one day and week, and you ask off all the holidays, and you almost never help with shift coverage when we're short.  That's not the kind of employee that we want, so I have to let you go so I can find someone who really wants to work."  And my dad's tactic worked on people working for minimum wage!  This is a big boy job that pays close to $20/hour for part-timers!  It drives us full-timers nuts, because we always get screwed...everyone's attitude is "only work if you want, if no one volunteers, someone will get ordered lolz."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 18, 2013, 11:46:30 AM
That's what I meant by lazy HR... They have the tools to fix it and aren't using them. Surely HR should see the overtime budget and be all over your bosses asking why. My work isn't for the government exactly (red cross blood service) but it is government funded with a strong union, nevertheless we do have budgets to stick to.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on January 19, 2013, 02:21:22 PM


You know when you run into an ex girlfriend by accident, and no matter what, you come off like a creeper?  Yea....

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 22, 2013, 11:07:21 PM


You know when you run into an ex girlfriend by accident, and no matter what, you come off like a creeper?  Yea....


I have luckily not gone through that but it's only a matter of time seeing as her 55 gallon fish tank is still at my appartment.

feeling extra emo today over my ex, which is bad.  She was a terrible girlfriend but I can't help but miss her.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on January 22, 2013, 11:26:05 PM

You know when you run into an ex girlfriend by accident, and no matter what, you come off like a creeper?  Yea....

I think that is variable, it all depends on the terms in which you became ex's....

I know I've had a few times were certainly the reverse was the case...well 'creeper' may not be the term but the chick came out looking sort of weirdo crazy....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 22, 2013, 11:59:24 PM


You know when you run into an ex girlfriend by accident, and no matter what, you come off like a creeper?  Yea....

I kinda feel like that with everyone, everywhere.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 23, 2013, 01:05:49 AM


You know when you run into an ex girlfriend by accident, and no matter what, you come off like a creeper?  Yea....

Actually, my ex has been more creeperish in our encounters since the divorce.  To me, it's all about just being okay with who you are.  Sure, there's pain from the failed relationship, but that doesn't make you a failure, or any less awesome.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 23, 2013, 01:08:25 AM
everytime I change the fish water she bitches at me for money.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 23, 2013, 01:30:21 AM
I ran into my ex the other day. She was out with her new boyfriend. He is a clone of me (not literally but you get what I mean). That is a little bit creepy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 23, 2013, 01:33:43 AM
Give her a week to pick up the fish tank then list it on Craigslist or something as a free giveaway. Get that crazy bitch out of your life and move on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 23, 2013, 01:36:30 AM
Give her a week to pick up the fish tank then list it on Craigslist or something as a free giveaway. Get that crazy bitch out of your life and move on.
cant, I signed a contract that I would take care of it until she found a place for it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 23, 2013, 01:56:31 AM
Why on earth would you do that?

Fuck the contract and do it anyway. What's she going to do, sue you for a fish tank? This is just her way of controlling you. What a nut.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 23, 2013, 02:09:12 AM
she was still living here at the time and I feared that she would break something if I didnt. :eusa_wall: she was an alcoholic with anger issues and NOTHING to do all day while I was at work.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 23, 2013, 02:15:33 AM
Yep, sounds like jettisoning her tank is the way to go. A less scrupulous way is just to rehome the fish and toss the tank and claim a friend broke it, oops. I honestly wouldn't be worried about any "contract" (lmao, what did you get out of the contract? If nothing, in Aus the contract is void anyway) or her ability to enforce it. In fact if she keeps bothering you I'd go to the cops, providing you haven't tossed the fish tank of course :P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 23, 2013, 02:24:45 AM
she was still living here at the time and I feared that she would break something if I didnt. :eusa_wall: she was an alcoholic with anger issues and NOTHING to do all day while I was at work.

I feel your pain, dude.  I'm 99% free of my ex-wife, but I can't refinance the house into my name until she signs it over.  The problem is that doing so costs $150, which she claims she can't afford.  The divorce decree states that it's her responsibility and that she has six months to do it (our divorce was final on the last day of October, so she still has tons of time).  I badly want to refinance so I can lower my term and/or payment, then pay off my motorcycle, then get a new car.  So I can either wait on her (possibly until April) or give in to her and pay the second freedom tax and get it over with.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 23, 2013, 04:13:18 AM

This is just her way of controlling you. What a nut.
Kind of tells you how the relationship was, doesnt it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 28, 2013, 12:49:01 AM
Just found out a friend of mine who I haven't talked to in years committed suicide on Thursday. 
Shocked me because he was normally a very happy guy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 28, 2013, 01:36:15 AM
Just found out a friend of mine who I haven't talked to in years committed suicide on Thursday. 
Shocked me because he was normally a very happy guy.
sorry for your loss.  Not to sound jaded (totally not my intention!) but it seems quite common that the "very happy ones" end up as the ones committing suicide.  I suppose the very happiness is a front/defense mechanism so no one thinks something is wrong.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 28, 2013, 01:39:00 AM
Just found out a friend of mine who I haven't talked to in years committed suicide on Thursday. 
Shocked me because he was normally a very happy guy.
sorry for your loss.  Not to sound jaded (totally not my intention!) but it seems quite common that the "very happy ones" end up as the ones committing suicide.  I suppose the very happiness is a front/defense mechanism so no one thinks something is wrong.

Sorry to hear it, Quickbeam.  As someone who has unfortunately had lots of personal experience with suicide, Feanor is sadly correct. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 28, 2013, 01:57:33 AM
Yeah that's what I've noticed. This was rather strange though as he had a very nice girlfriend and what seemed like a great future ahead of him. I mean the guy was 20 and making well over $100,000 a year. He seemed to have had it made. It surprised all of us we couldn't seem to find a reason why he would do this.
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on January 28, 2013, 04:05:53 PM
A friend of my parents who was a doctor making 300k+ with a wife and two kids committed suicide last year. Suicide knows no monetary or family situation boundaries.

I'm sorry for your loss. I haven't lost anyone yet to suicide but there have been a few close calls. Not looking forward to the day when someone doesn't call out for help first.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 29, 2013, 05:04:29 PM
well this best describes me
(https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7013977344/h6EF08258/)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 29, 2013, 09:05:56 PM
well this best describes me
(https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7013977344/h6EF08258/)

lol, nice.  Don't angst too hard over it, man...we've all been there.  Just be thankful it didn't take you seven years and a divorce to finally see the light. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: thundercake on January 29, 2013, 11:51:01 PM
Seems like the past three girl friends have been like that. Now I joke I can tell in 6 months to a year if it will work or not. In reality, I think it just takes that long for the sex effect to wear off.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 30, 2013, 12:10:39 AM
Seems like the past three girl friends have been like that. Now I joke I can tell in 6 months to a year if it will work or not. In reality, I think it just takes that long for the sex effect to wear off.

I agree.  That's why I've vowed to keep sex out of it at first, so I can make an honest assessment of the girl before my hormones convince me I'm in love with her just because I like bumping uglies with her.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on January 30, 2013, 12:18:54 AM
Crazy girlfriend story time?

My friend's girlfriend last girlfriend was totally bonkers. She was always trying to stir shit up by telling him that he was too fat, too short, dressed like a hobo, et cetera. She once tilted her head in my direction and remarked "that's what a real man looks like" right in front of my friend.

She forced my friend to go to her wacky fundamentalist church. She would only let him play around above the equator to preserve her virginity. She freely admitted that her ex made use of all three ports of entry but her church has a special re-virginizing ceremony they did on her(lol).

 She was always flying into a jealous rage at the slightest provocation - like my friend hanging out with his female cousin. If he was too slow to return a call or texts she would start repeatedly calling his work/parents/friends looking for him. It got really bad a couple months ago when she would threaten to cut her wrists whenever my friend did something to displease her.

They're currently broken up. Hopefully for good this time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on January 30, 2013, 12:38:29 AM
I agree.  That's why I've vowed to keep sex out of it at first, so I can make an honest assessment of the girl before my hormones convince me I'm in love with her just because I like bumping uglies with her.

Well, that can work either way. If bumping uglies isn't good it won't be great for the relationship either. Both has to fit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on January 30, 2013, 12:50:07 AM
I agree.  That's why I've vowed to keep sex out of it at first, so I can make an honest assessment of the girl before my hormones convince me I'm in love with her just because I like bumping uglies with her.

Well, that can work either way. If bumping uglies isn't good it won't be great for the relationship either. Both has to fit.

Fair point, I definitely agree.  I'm not saying I'm gonna wait until marriage or anything, just delaying the physical aspect for awhile. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 30, 2013, 01:11:04 AM
Well, that can work either way. If bumping uglies isn't good it won't be great for the relationship either. Both has to fit.
there's a joke there...somewhere.

my ex would have to be not only the sex but that booty was just mesmerizing...boobies too.  Too bad her PTSD would kick in and she wouldnt want to bump uglies because then she would be giving a man what he wants...even though she would be a lot level headed and sane afterwards.  We didnt bump uglies until after a month of being together.  Then we did it all the time until about 4 months into the relationship.  We'd go 3+ months sometimes without doing the do.  Sometimes though she'd go all sex crazy and at one point we did it 15 times in the span of 3 days. then 4-5 months of nothing and stop pawing at me, etc etc etc.  And yet when we spooned she'd like teasing me with her bottom without it leading anywhere.

evil :icon_evil:


evil :icon_evil:


evil :icon_evil:


evil. :icon_evil:

as crazy as she turned out, I did have the best sex of my life with her.  As rare as it happened. :icon_rolleyes:  Makes me think of that buckcherry song. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSzyKO_kW_s)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on January 30, 2013, 01:18:04 AM
as crazy as she turned out, I did have the best sex of my life with her.

For what it's worth, your life hasn't been terribly long so far. There is every chance better things await down the road.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 30, 2013, 01:29:34 AM
We really do need that "Women are Evil" thread to start up  :closed-eyes: I just don't want my name on it as the original poster  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on January 30, 2013, 01:02:52 PM
Well, that can work either way. If bumping uglies isn't good it won't be great for the relationship either. Both has to fit.
I'm pretty sure everything fits.  And sex gets better after marriage.

The idea that bumping uglies has to "fit" to make a relationship work is silly.  Just like any other part of a relationship, it will grow and get better as you learn about each other.  If you can't get the ugly bumping to work it's very likely there are more significant problems in a relationship.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on January 30, 2013, 01:08:44 PM
And sex gets better after marriage.

It does? I didn't notice any difference. Maybe I should have used the ring or something?

The idea that bumping uglies has to "fit" to make a relationship work is silly.  Just like any other part of a relationship, it will grow and get better as you learn about each other.  If you can't get the ugly bumping to work it's very likely there are more significant problems in a relationship.

I'm sorry, but that notion is pretty naive. Sex is a vast field, and people get off on vastly different things. Some people don't enjoy it all that much, others are connoisseurs. Some people are shy, some aren't. Some people like to try new things all the time, some want missionary with the lights out and nothing else.

None of that is a short term deal breaker, but I have seen more than one relationship founder on the sex, with the benefit of hindsight.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on January 30, 2013, 01:15:25 PM
And sex gets better after marriage.

It does? I didn't notice any difference. Maybe I should have used the ring or something?
Just like anything else, it gets better after you practice for a while.  You learn what she likes and she stops giving you bjs.

I'm sorry, but that notion is pretty naive. Sex is a vast field, and people get off on vastly different things. Some people don't enjoy it all that much, others are connoisseurs. Some people are shy, some aren't. Some people like to try new things all the time, some want missionary with the lights out and nothing else.
It's naive to think that the easiest part about a relationship is the easiest one to fix?

Compared to other parts of marriage - living together, having kids, farting in bed, having to take care of them when they're sick - sex is easy.  If you're not talking, not willing to accept the flaws or differences of the other person, and not willing to adapt and compromise to make the sex work, then you're sure as hell not getting the rest of it done either.

Sex is the easy part.  It's important, but compared to the myriad of other things that go on in a relationship, pretty low on the totem pole.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on January 30, 2013, 01:21:00 PM
Just like anything else, it gets better after you practice for a while.  You learn what she likes and she stops giving you bjs.

I agree on the practice part, but that isn't dependent on marriage. Also, some people actually really like giving bjs.  :wink:

It's naive to think that the easiest part about a relationship is the easiest one to fix?

Compared to other parts of marriage - living together, having kids, farting in bed, having to take care of them when they're sick - sex is easy.  If you're not talking, not willing to accept the flaws or differences of the other person, and not willing to adapt and compromise to make the sex work, then you're sure as hell not getting the rest of it done either.

Sex is the easy part.  It's important, but compared to the myriad of other things that go on in a relationship, pretty low on the totem pole.

That's a generalization that doesn't really work, because it depends on the degree of compatibility that is there to start with. Most bits of a relationship will need some degree of compromise, but that degree, and correspondingly the ease of reaching a a state of mutual content, is very much dependent on the starting conditions.

So for some people it might be low on the totem pole. For some it might be the the very tip.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 30, 2013, 01:24:58 PM

3 months! dear god. We were having sex again 6 weeks after she gave birth to ted.
One of her friends didn't have sex with her boyfriend from when she conceived to when the baby was about 3 months old. That is just unimaginable for me.




Why would you want them to stop giving bjs? I think it does take a while to warm up into what you like, but I'd put it more at a few months. Honeymoon was good though!


Zif: some people just aren't horny.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 30, 2013, 01:30:55 PM
And sex gets better after marriage.

When the marriage is over, sex gets better? So this is why so many people get divorced. :engel:


Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on January 30, 2013, 01:34:53 PM
Why would you want them to stop giving bjs?
Who said anything about "want"?

Haven't you heard the old joke?

Why is a man smiling on his wedding day?  Because he just got the best bj of his life.

Why is a woman smiling on her wedding day?  Because she just gave the last bj of her life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 30, 2013, 01:46:32 PM
Why would you want them to stop giving bjs?
Who said anything about "want"?

Haven't you heard the old joke?

Why is a man smiling on his wedding day?  Because he just got the best bj of his life.

Why is a woman smiling on her wedding day?  Because she just gave the last bj of her life.

1) so how is that sex getting better?
2) you obviously married the wrong woman  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on January 30, 2013, 04:43:34 PM
Sex does get better as time goes on. With most women.

But prudes and anyone with sexual guilt should be avoided - some of them simply can't be reformed. I seem to attract a lot of prudes and have developed a pretty effective prude-dar as a result. The two biggest signs in my experience are 1) Making comments about how her body/girls' bodies in general are gross  2) Putting down her friends' sexualities(Can you believe Beth likes to pick up Mexican guys?").
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 30, 2013, 06:14:02 PM
a wise older guy at work figured something out.  If the girl has more than 2 piercings (one in each ear = 2) she likes to get freaky.  The girl I mentioned had a belly button ring which was fun to play with using my mouth.  Her libido was probably more influenced on her rape PTSD and manipulating me through other means.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Johann Q Peasant on February 02, 2013, 04:59:53 PM
I'd just like to point out Feanor, don't blame yourself for being blind.


(good) Sex releases a crap ton of hormones, all designed to make you want to stay with that partner.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 06, 2013, 05:33:12 AM
Lost a ranked game of League of Legends because our Sona threw the game.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 07, 2013, 12:03:58 AM
Cramp in my calf at about 2AM this morning basically curled my leg around on itself. Currently in a complete zombie state at work.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 07, 2013, 05:09:04 AM
Cramp in my calf at about 2AM this morning basically curled my leg around on itself. Currently in a complete zombie state at work.

I can relate. I had one so bad the other night I ended up out of bed on the floor. Spent the next day limping.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 07, 2013, 08:51:55 PM
Cramp in my calf at about 2AM this morning basically curled my leg around on itself. Currently in a complete zombie state at work.

I can relate. I had one so bad the other night I ended up out of bed on the floor. Spent the next day limping.

How is it now? Mines still sore a day later...hoping a walk tongiht might loosen it up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 07, 2013, 09:49:38 PM
Cramp in my calf at about 2AM this morning basically curled my leg around on itself. Currently in a complete zombie state at work.

I can relate. I had one so bad the other night I ended up out of bed on the floor. Spent the next day limping.

How is it now? Mines still sore a day later...hoping a walk tongiht might loosen it up.

I spent the next couple days walking it off and it's completely painless now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 07, 2013, 11:08:39 PM
Cramp in my calf at about 2AM this morning basically curled my leg around on itself. Currently in a complete zombie state at work.

I can relate. I had one so bad the other night I ended up out of bed on the floor. Spent the next day limping.

How is it now? Mines still sore a day later...hoping a walk tongiht might loosen it up.

I spent the next couple days walking it off and it's completely painless now.

Sounds survivable #winning.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 09, 2013, 05:41:23 PM
Eat a banana.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 09, 2013, 06:36:06 PM
Eat a banana.
Pervert.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 09, 2013, 06:40:49 PM
Eat a banana.
Pervert.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2KtdnejOHo
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 12, 2013, 01:07:10 AM
Eat a banana.
Pervert.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2KtdnejOHo
hehe got a friend from HS that looks like wiggum.


Man I should have talked to this blonde on the train ride home today.  Too unconfident to do so.  Need to shave my beard and get a haircut, probably loose some more weight.  Plus I didnt want to come off as a creeper on the train.  Not often you see a cute blonde in winter business close with batman gloves, and reading a book on world medicine instead of on her phone.  The index card she used as a bookmark had cute doodles.  When she took that batman gloves off, no ring.  She showed me she was an independent woman, could take care of herself, and had personality.  My last girlfriend (see crazy gf thread) lacked all 3.  Ah well, I need to shape up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 12, 2013, 01:24:05 AM
This should be in the happy thread, man!  You can't walk before you learn to crawl.  The fact that you noticed all that and recognize some of the changes you'd like to make before you make a move on a girl is perfectly natural.  You'll get there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 12, 2013, 01:44:07 AM
Eat a banana.
Pervert.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2KtdnejOHo
hehe got a friend from HS that looks like wiggum.


Man I should have talked to this blonde on the train ride home today.  Too unconfident to do so.  Need to shave my beard and get a haircut, probably loose some more weight.  Plus I didnt want to come off as a creeper on the train.  Not often you see a cute blonde in winter business close with batman gloves, and reading a book on world medicine instead of on her phone.  The index card she used as a bookmark had cute doodles.  When she took that batman gloves off, no ring.  She showed me she was an independent woman, could take care of herself, and had personality.  My last girlfriend (see crazy gf thread) lacked all 3.  Ah well, I need to shape up.

You just gotta go for it man. Take the risk. The worst that happens is a little embarrassment that no-one will remember anyway.  Surely you know whether or not you're a good catch, be confident in that.  If she says no then she's missing out. 
Losing weight in hard, I've been running 4 times a week for 3 months and I haven't really lost anything, although the running has become much easier and I'm feeling healthier as I get more fit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 12, 2013, 01:49:03 AM
apparently I have lost some from just eating differently.  The guys at work have commented that my belly doesn't stick out as much before.

Unconficence can be crippling dude.

and besides I doubt this would work on a total stranger
(http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ma5snnvGGA1rzd4k3o1_500.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 12, 2013, 01:56:38 AM
Man I love adventure time.  And yeh, I realise that it's hard.  Just gotta psych yourself up and do it.  Well done on the weight loss.  I've also changed my diet and it's helping a little too. Less carbs, more vege's.  Also bought a pedometer and am trying to get to at least 10000 steps per day.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 12, 2013, 02:03:14 AM
despite the craziness of my last girlfriend, she did make me a Finn hat.

I find if I have a small bowl of cereal when I wake up, 2 cups of applesauce when I get to work, an average lunch, and a salad for dinner I have lost weight without much exercise.  Once it gets warmer though I'll be more inclinded to work out.  The cold makes me want to stay inside.  Today it was very warm and I felt like jogging. :::cheers:::

edit: also
(http://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/creepy.png)
Source (http://xkcd.com/642/)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 12, 2013, 02:58:07 AM
edit: also
(http://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/creepy.png)
Source (http://xkcd.com/642/)

That's exactly it, man!  I was talking with my current lady friend on our sixth or seventh date and she goes: "You know, when I first started talking to you, I felt like I was being way too forward."  My reply: "No, you pretty much needed to be that forward to get my attention, and I'm glad you did."  The lesson being that society tells women to not be forward and make the first move.  Sometimes you luck out, like I did, but you can't assume that will happen.  Most chicks will be decent in turning you down, anyways.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 12, 2013, 03:04:45 AM
Most chicks will be decent in turning you down, anyways.
Or say "no.... But we can still be friends!" 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 12, 2013, 03:09:29 AM

That's exactly it, man!  I was talking with my current lady friend on our sixth or seventh date and she goes: "You know, when I first started talking to you, I felt like I was being way too forward."  My reply: "No, you pretty much needed to be that forward to get my attention, and I'm glad you did."  The lesson being that society tells women to not be forward and make the first move.  Sometimes you luck out, like I did, but you can't assume that will happen.  Most chicks will be decent in turning you down, anyways.
an English person said its quite the opposite over there.  She said most men are too shy and the women usually have to ask them out on a date.

the odd thing is this girl wasnt the typical kind of girl I notice.  I usually prefer curvy women.  She was between average and petite. (http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f254/ElecNinja/Emoticons/psyduck.gif)

Most chicks will be decent in turning you down, anyways.
Or say "no.... But we can still be friends!" 
I experienced that a lot in highschool, but in college it was the opposite.  After I started dating crazy chick a few girls said they would have dated me if I showed interest or if they knew I was interested.  One girl in particular was pratically throwing herself at me but lead me to believe she had a fiance.  Then we she started dating her roomate, I told her that had I known she was single I would have dated her.  She hung her head in disappointment and responded "Fuck."  Another one who I have to say I am kicking myself for not dating said that she liked me but I never showed interest (she was the one my crazy gf at the time suspected was trying to steal me). :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 12, 2013, 03:18:17 AM
an English person said its quite the opposite over there.  She said most men are too shy and the women usually have to ask them out on a date.

That's kindof my point.  Many men, and I see it a lot with "nerdy/geeky" guys, is that they're way too shy/unconfident.  There's probably plenty of girls that would go for them, if only they'd ask.  That was the lesson I've learned from my current girl, even if it doesn't work out: I'm awesome, and awesome girls are interested in me.  So go for it!  Especially if, as in my case, she IMs you all the time at work and goes out of her way to talk to you at work (give me a little slack, I wasn't even divorced yet, just separated!).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 12, 2013, 03:20:23 AM
I think it's a common thing for girls to say that in highschool but it only ever happened to me once (To be fair she was the only girl I've ever asked, most of the time for me it was the other way) and then she ended up dating me anyway!
Once I went to college (I'm finishing my second semester and then I ship to Army basic training right after) girls seemed to get really interested with anything with a penis all of the sudden.  :engel:
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 12, 2013, 04:02:24 AM
It took my current girlfriend literally sending me a letter (she was out of the country) for me to know the feeling was mutual. We men can be kinda dumb at the whole hinting thing sometimes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 12, 2013, 04:41:02 AM
It took my current girlfriend literally sending me a letter (she was out of the country) for me to know the feeling was mutual. We men can be kinda dumb at the whole hinting thing sometimes.

sometimes its fun to play dumb.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 12, 2013, 11:21:28 AM
We men can be kinda dumb at the whole hinting thing sometimes.

Quoted. For. Truth.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 12, 2013, 12:18:46 PM
sometimes its fun to play dumb.
Ah, is that the explanation for the fish tank?  :-D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 12, 2013, 12:37:21 PM
sometimes its fun to play dumb.
Ah, is that the explanation for the fish tank?  :-D
no that was duress.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Inarticulate on February 13, 2013, 05:34:33 PM
So anyone got any thoughts on the horse crisis going on in the UK?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 13, 2013, 05:59:15 PM
So anyone got any thoughts on the horse crisis going on in the UK?

Crisis?

What, the thing about horse meat in burgers? Who cares?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 13, 2013, 07:00:21 PM
The thing most surprising about it is how surprised people are.

Processed food and cheap meat is probably adulterated. WHAT A SURPRISE.

We had horse in belgium last year. it was more expensive than beef.

I'm more annoyed about water being injected into chicken than some horsey beef
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: b0007452 on February 13, 2013, 08:02:28 PM
Not really important but I was in Tesco yesterday and I asked one of the staff members where the Value Bolognese was.

He said he was sorry and that they had to take it off the shelves.

"It's a pity, I really fancied some horse" Was my reply :icon_lol:

God I make myself laugh.

Jim
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 13, 2013, 08:24:28 PM
The thing most surprising about it is how surprised people are.

Processed food and cheap meat is probably adulterated. WHAT A SURPRISE.

We had horse in belgium last year. it was more expensive than beef.

I'm more annoyed about water being injected into chicken than some horsey beef

This...


and all the antibiotics.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 13, 2013, 09:57:51 PM
The thing most surprising about it is how surprised people are.

You'd be shocked what the average person doesn't know about what they eat.  Back when I was a vegetarian in college, people would inevitably ask me why I was.  The looks were great, alternating between shock and bufuddled; some didn't believe what I was saying, others were shocked to hear it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on February 14, 2013, 12:01:31 AM
In this moment, I am miles away from my wishes about family, there is only two reason... No Job & No Love ( Now I am feel little bit better, when I open my hart what bothers me)  :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 14, 2013, 02:21:33 AM
Writing sermons is really hard D:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 14, 2013, 05:26:06 AM
The Pinto has died  :cry: Tragic. Swerved to miss a Pig ended up running into the hill  :eusa_wall:
One day I'll have to fix it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 14, 2013, 05:26:35 AM
Next time hit pig, eat bacon.

You damn fool.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 14, 2013, 05:28:49 AM
Writing sermons is really hard D:

I know!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 14, 2013, 05:33:36 AM
Next time hit pig, eat bacon.

You damn fool.
I wish a would have.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 14, 2013, 06:41:42 AM
Next time hit pig, eat bacon.

You damn fool.

Tastiest advice I've heard all day.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on February 14, 2013, 07:37:05 AM
The Pinto has died  :cry: Tragic. Swerved to miss a Pig ended up running into the hill  :eusa_wall:
One day I'll have to fix it.

Now you are going to find another death trap to drive in for the sake of internet board humor right?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 14, 2013, 09:49:46 AM
The Pinto has died  :cry: Tragic. Swerved to miss a Pig ended up running into the hill  :eusa_wall:
One day I'll have to fix it.

It didn't explode did it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2013, 10:55:12 AM
You know what I miss most about being a student?

Morning sex.
Sigh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 14, 2013, 10:57:47 AM
That's what birthdays are for finlay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2013, 11:37:19 AM
For valentines this morning, I got up with my son and gave him breakfast and went to work later so my wife could have a lie in!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 14, 2013, 11:45:51 AM
For valentines this morning, I got up with my son and gave him breakfast and went to work later so my wife could have a lie in!

How is that unhappy?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2013, 11:49:06 AM
Because it wasn’t morning sex?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 14, 2013, 11:58:49 AM
Because it wasn’t morning sex?

I thought it was because there was, in the words of your wife on Facebook: a "poopsplosion".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2013, 01:08:08 PM
I loled.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 14, 2013, 01:21:13 PM
You know what I miss most about being a student?

Morning sex.
Sigh.


More planning, young padawan.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2013, 01:40:55 PM
grandparents have the kids?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 14, 2013, 01:45:00 PM
grandparents have the kids?


Only the one who gets up early.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on February 14, 2013, 03:49:39 PM
You know what I miss most about being a student?

Morning sex.
Sigh.
Being a student is only half the effort.

Luckily I have the perfect GF to spend Valentine's with!

(http://untitled.se/gallery/fivefinger.jpg)

Edit: Also, from the pope thread
Quote
The rest is just random jipes. Is this what the BT turned into?
If so, consider my closure of this thread to be 'moderating'.
I've always thought the BT was the 'petty bickering and random jipe' section. Everyone is so dramatic these days.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 14, 2013, 05:10:27 PM
alone this Valentines, would it be wrong of me to kill the bottle of rum in my freezer? 

Could have probably picked up a valentines last night on the train but she wasnt very attractive imho.  Kept eyeing me and when a seat opened up behind her in the other row I walked to get the seat and she was trying real hard to make eye contact.  After I sat down she looked back to find me and kept looking back at me until her stop.  The train unloaded about 5 stops before mine and was out of service.  A different woman was playing with her phone and didnt hear the announcement.  I poked my head back in and told her it was out of service.  She was embarrassed and I cracked a joke or two and she kept wanting to continue the conversation but I wasnt interested.  She wasnt very attractive either. I know I'm no looker right now (or am I? I dunno) but I'm not desperate. I will say since shaving monday night I have been getting more female attention.

I dunno been inexplicably feeling down since yesterday morning.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2013, 05:24:51 PM
Valentines day is BS, so certainly try not to let that make you feel worse.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 14, 2013, 05:42:53 PM
Finlay speaks truth.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 14, 2013, 05:50:40 PM
when I had a girl (the crazy one) Valentines was very enjoyable and fun.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on February 14, 2013, 05:57:01 PM
alone this Valentines, would it be wrong of me to kill the bottle of rum in my freezer? 

Any day that ends in y is a perfectly fine reason to polish off a bottle of rum to me.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 14, 2013, 07:52:16 PM
You know what I miss most about being a student childless?

Morning sex.
Sigh.

 :icon_smile:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2013, 08:55:56 PM
You know what I miss most about being a student childless?

Morning sex.
Sigh.

 :icon_smile:
well partially (weekends)

but today I'd have been at work
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 14, 2013, 10:50:03 PM
You know what I miss most about being a student?

Morning sex.
Sigh.

I'm a student. Where's my morning sex?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 15, 2013, 12:15:12 AM
It's Friday morning, I'm at work and I really can't be bothered writing test documentation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 15, 2013, 12:55:56 AM
You know what I miss most about being a student?

Morning sex.
Sigh.

I'm a student. Where's my morning sex?

Gotta pick up a chick first.  Or a guy if you're into that. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 15, 2013, 01:52:10 AM
The Pinto has died  :cry: Tragic. Swerved to miss a Pig ended up running into the hill  :eusa_wall:
One day I'll have to fix it.

Now you are going to find another death trap to drive in for the sake of internet board humor right?
I'm looking for a DeLorean  :engel: Right now I'm just driving my truck but that gets like .05 miles to the gallon.  ::heretic::
A friend of mine offered me a Capri 2 for $400. it's like a Pinto but smaller and slightly more ugly  :engel:

and no it didn't explode  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on February 15, 2013, 05:58:06 PM
Having to attend an extremely patronizing corporate circle-jerk meeting on e-mail etiquette. I think it would be good e-mail etiquette to stop bombarding the company with garbage e-mails advertising the diploma mill the company has a sweetheart deal with or webinars no one will ever attend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on February 18, 2013, 03:38:20 AM
Fucking company e-mail. A place I worked at they'd bombard us with tonnes of bullshit every week - meaning everything pertaining to the IT department. Management couldn't be arsed to communicate with me any other way than through e-mail, and they'd get pissy because I hadn't sifted through their shit thoroughly enough to retrieve the handful of e-mails with actual relevant information for my 2x5 hour part time job as a trained printer-refuelling monkey.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 18, 2013, 03:53:04 AM
The Email I have for work I never even check because it's all crap I don't have to worry about. What I hate is how my company texts me every time something is up. They have a computer set up to send me a notification every single time a steam boiler goes into alarm or anything else happens. When I'm sitting in bed or in class the last thing I'm worried about is going up on some god forsaken roof to bang on a 40 year old machine that my boss will call me and tell me fix anyway.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on February 18, 2013, 03:58:01 AM
The Email I have for work I never even check because it's all crap I don't have to worry about. What I hate is how my company texts me every time something is up. They have a computer set up to send me a notification every single time a steam boiler goes into alarm or anything else happens. When I'm sitting in bed or in class the last thing I'm worried about is going up on some god forsaken roof to bang on a 40 year old machine that my boss will call me and tell me fix anyway.

But emails prevent these sorts of things from happening... (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grover_Shoe_Factory_disaster)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 18, 2013, 04:17:33 AM
Hmm.... maybe if I don't fix any of them all of San Francisco will blow up......
Nah  :happy: that doesn't work anymore. It will just shut off and dump the water. Damn you technology!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 18, 2013, 05:09:14 AM
I work Maintenance at a hotel for my second job. I get three to four emails a day talking about stuff that means nothing to me. Mostly front desk stuff: how many check-ins we had, how many empty rooms are left to sell, whether or not the person at the front desk had any problems. I also get emails from the manager telling us all how great we did on phone calls that got evaluated. I don't answer the phones! Useless and annoying to have to delete them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 18, 2013, 05:51:53 AM
Yeah, my work emails are mostly useful, but three of them a day are just logs of all the calls for service we took that day.  I'm so glad I declined having the IT guy set up email on my phone.  If I'm not at work, I don't care what's happening at work.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 18, 2013, 08:13:04 AM
When I'm sitting in bed or in class the last thing I'm worried about is going up on some god forsaken roof to bang on a 40 year old


Selective quoting.... It has a point.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 18, 2013, 11:21:47 AM
When I'm sitting in bed or in class the last thing I'm worried about is going up on some god forsaken roof to bang on a 40 year old


Selective quoting.... It has a point.

This should be in the happy thread, made me laugh at least.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 19, 2013, 12:15:59 AM
cleaned the entire apartment this weekend including fixing the dishwasher and fridge, but I broke the shower head when cleaning the tub.  Just when I finally got everything looking nice. Its always something.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 19, 2013, 12:34:24 AM
When I'm sitting in bed or in class the last thing I'm worried about is going up on some god forsaken roof to bang on a 40 year old


Selective quoting.... It has a point.
Am I the only one you do this to Soth?  :icon_wink:
Or am I the only one who gives you the opportunity?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 19, 2013, 07:11:28 AM
Nothing personal.


When I see the opportunity....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on February 20, 2013, 03:39:04 AM
Stupid people. Stupid people everywhere. FFS, if you need 200 of a product, why order 2 boxes of 1000 and return 1800 of them INSTEAD OF ORDERING 2 PACKETS OF 100. If you're attemtping to gimp your GP you're a moron and if it's because you can't operate the computer systems sufficiently well to *find* the packets of 100 to order, do us all a favour and **** off and retire.

Apologies to anyone who's not particularly computer savvy, it's not a dig at you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 21, 2013, 05:47:35 AM
Someone hacked my army Email. Along with a bunch of other people. Rumors are it's China hahaha.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on February 21, 2013, 04:38:43 PM
Things to do:
Talk to wife about putting knife blade down into my cup holding all my brushes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 21, 2013, 04:41:50 PM
Things to do:
Talk to wife about putting knife blade down into my cup holding all my brushes.

Sounds like a terrible surprise.  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on February 21, 2013, 06:49:59 PM
My work's facilities manager has realized that ignoring his calls/texts/emails is going to get him fired. His new schtick is whenever someone reports a problem he starts grilling them with a bunch of rapid fire technical questions about the issue and sighing/sounding annoyed when they don't know the answers. It's pretty obvious he's trying to project the appearance of being knowledgeable and intimidate people who report problems.

God. Fire the MF already.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 25, 2013, 01:17:14 AM
I purchased a new computer that has Windows 8.  It crashes at least once a day.  There's nothing on this computer that should be doing this, and as far as I can tell, this is a common trait of Windows 8.  Thinking of purchasing Windows 7...
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on February 25, 2013, 02:02:42 AM
Do it. Never look back
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 25, 2013, 02:35:42 AM
Do it. Never look back
This 10000x
Windows 8 makes me cry. My uncle had the beta and we put it on a computer we build. Terrible.
It's made for touchscreens but I think it's bad even for that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 25, 2013, 02:42:57 AM
On the other hand, my wife has Windows 8 and it works just fine for her.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 25, 2013, 03:40:59 AM
On the other hand, my wife has Windows 8 and it works just fine for her.

I had a similar experience with Vista.  Everyone said "OMG, Vista crashes every time you boot up."  After a few updates, it ran perfectly for the life of the computer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on February 25, 2013, 04:02:10 AM
Other than UAC, most of Vista's problems laid below the surface. It can 'run fine' for most people but in the end it pretty much functioned as beta for W7. W8's problems on the other hand are almost entirely on the surface.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 25, 2013, 11:04:56 AM
Windows 7 is so stable and useful that windows 8 is unnecessary. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Siberius on February 25, 2013, 11:19:57 AM
I purchased a new computer that has Windows 8.  It crashes at least once a day.  There's nothing on this computer that should be doing this, and as far as I can tell, this is a common trait of Windows 8.  Thinking of purchasing Windows 7...

When you get it working let me know. We may be struggling to get up there but that shouldn't stop us having some more entertaining total war duke outs!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 25, 2013, 12:38:34 PM
Other than UAC, most of Vista's problems laid below the surface. It can 'run fine' for most people but in the end it pretty much functioned as beta for W7. W8's problems on the other hand are almost entirely on the surface.

Blue screen of death once a day is only a surface problem?  What can I do to fix this stupid thing?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 25, 2013, 12:53:53 PM
Other than UAC, most of Vista's problems laid below the surface. It can 'run fine' for most people but in the end it pretty much functioned as beta for W7. W8's problems on the other hand are almost entirely on the surface.

Blue screen of death once a day is only a surface problem?  What can I do to fix this stupid thing?

Did you call the manufacturer?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 25, 2013, 01:23:51 PM
Not yet.  Was hoping I wouldn't have to as I hate calling customer service.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 25, 2013, 02:56:56 PM
gethuman.com :)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on February 25, 2013, 03:13:30 PM
Did you ever write down the error code on the bluescreen to see what was actually wrong? BSODs have been for hardware problems since before Vista. Has it ever worked properly? Have you tried reinstalling the OS?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 25, 2013, 03:25:25 PM
Did you ever write down the error code on the bluescreen to see what was actually wrong? BSODs have been for hardware problems since before Vista. Has it ever worked properly? Have you tried reinstalling the OS?

I wrote down the error code and have now contacted customer service, but my google fu hasn't really answered anything as of yet.  It's pretty much acted up from the beginning.  I haven't re-installed because I don't have a disk for the OS.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Grutch on February 25, 2013, 04:22:59 PM
It might be a hardware problem rather than windows H8.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on February 25, 2013, 05:36:10 PM
You can just download the right version of Windows, burn it to a disc and install using the product key. What error code are you getting?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 25, 2013, 06:23:46 PM
Server_Exception_Error.

Customer service said I should refresh the OS, so I guess I'll do that tonight.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on February 26, 2013, 12:05:41 AM
No, I mean the stop code. You can see it here:

It looks like 0x0000000000, digits varying depending on the code.

If you manage to get that you'll see exactly what's up.

Edit: Never mind, i forgot that W8 has different BSODs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 26, 2013, 12:09:24 AM
That screen doesn't pop up.  It's a very non descript page.  I refreshed the OS, so hopefully that will be the end of it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 27, 2013, 02:48:51 AM
Guh...just when I'm starting to feel good about not having to deal with my ex anymore, I sit down to do my taxes...and realize that filing them is going to involve much talking to, negotiating, and wrangling with her over them.   :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Athiuen on February 27, 2013, 02:57:16 AM
Good luck, be as civil as you can so that it's over as fast as it can be.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 27, 2013, 03:13:38 AM
Guh...just when I'm starting to feel good about not having to deal with my ex anymore, I sit down to do my taxes...and realize that filing them is going to involve much talking to, negotiating, and wrangling with her over them.   :eusa_wall:

Give them to a CPA. It might be worth the expense to avoid any unpleasantness.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 27, 2013, 03:27:49 AM
or use text message/email? its like 2nd hand contact as suppose to face to face/over the phone.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on February 27, 2013, 03:41:04 AM
Guh...just when I'm starting to feel good about not having to deal with my ex anymore, I sit down to do my taxes...and realize that filing them is going to involve much talking to, negotiating, and wrangling with her over them.   :eusa_wall:

Give them to a CPA. It might be worth the expense to avoid any unpleasantness.

I might.  The potentially sticky wickett is that she moved out in March 2012, but the house was in her name.  So she'll need to claim all the house stuff on her return, and will be credited for it.  Legally, it's hers, but justice-wise, it's mine...I lived in the house and paid the mortgage for 9 out of the 12 months of 2012.  She agrees with this, but it means she'll owe me money, not a situation I want to be in....seeing as the last time she owed me something (the quitclaim bill on the house), it took her over 4 months to finally deliver. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on February 27, 2013, 04:35:27 AM
If I were you I would just let her owe you. Don't expect or depend on getting that money though and take it as a pleasant little bonus if you do.


Renew my subscription to the economist or pay the internet bill.....  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 27, 2013, 10:53:07 PM
Whenever I feel sad I just look at this picture of Rachel Nichols as an Orion woman from the 2009 Star Trek movie:

(http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/8755/rachelnichols.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/138/rachelnichols.jpg/)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 28, 2013, 07:41:21 AM
I get depressed waking up every morning and finding multiple mails reporting people on this site, where it is only 5 or 6 fighting among eachother.



Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 28, 2013, 07:50:41 AM
Well..... I am sorry Soth but I have to make sure those basterds are reported.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 28, 2013, 08:28:43 AM
Well..... I am sorry Soth but I have to make sure those basterds are reported.


I don't blame the reporters. We're discussing this in the mod team, FYI.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on February 28, 2013, 09:23:06 AM
Saw that Trayvon Martin was tragically shot a year ago yesterday. I think most people would agree that there is a lot wrong with this situation, but rather than get into the politics of it, let's identify a couple things we learned about Florida from this case:

A) If you are gunned down by a paranoid and unreasonable person in the state of Florida while wearing a hooded sweatshirt at the time, it is at least partially your fault.

B) Shooting unarmed black people for little or no reason in Florida is slightly less illegal than being in possession of an ounce of marijuana.

Keep in mind these people have decided elections.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 28, 2013, 11:35:57 AM
Well..... I am sorry Soth but I have to make sure those basterds are reported.


I don't blame the reporters. We're discussing this in the mod team, FYI.

I got steveb to make the design's I had drawn up. this is what we came up with,

(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/003/a/b/ban_by_saphirenishi-d5qal0i.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 28, 2013, 11:37:37 AM
Well..... I am sorry Soth but I have to make sure those basterds are reported.


I don't blame the reporters. We're discussing this in the mod team, FYI.

Perhaps you should have a mod specifically for the BT. Is it possible to have all reports from a single board go to just one mod?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 28, 2013, 11:38:22 AM
Saw that Trayvon Martin was tragically shot a year ago yesterday. I think most people would agree that there is a lot wrong with this situation, but rather than get into the politics of it, let's identify a couple things we learned about Florida from this case:

A) If you are gunned down by a paranoid and unreasonable person in the state of Florida while wearing a hooded sweatshirt at the time, it is at least partially your fault.

B) Shooting unarmed black people for little or no reason in Florida is slightly less illegal than being in possession of an ounce of marijuana.

Keep in mind these people have decided elections.

So ... rather than get into the politics of it you decided to get into the politics of it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on February 28, 2013, 12:58:07 PM
Saw that Trayvon Martin was tragically shot a year ago yesterday. I think most people would agree that there is a lot wrong with this situation, but rather than get into the politics of it, let's identify a couple things we learned about Florida from this case:

A) If you are gunned down by a paranoid and unreasonable person in the state of Florida while wearing a hooded sweatshirt at the time, it is at least partially your fault.

B) Shooting unarmed black people for little or no reason in Florida is slightly less illegal than being in possession of an ounce of marijuana.

Keep in mind these people have decided elections.

So ... rather than get into the politics of it you decided to get into the politics of it?

Seems a safe route.

We should start a new "Things I learned from the Trayvon Martin shooting" thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 28, 2013, 01:11:44 PM
no, we shouldn't.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 28, 2013, 09:25:39 PM
no, we shouldn't.

Agreed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Big Time on February 28, 2013, 09:36:02 PM
So ... rather than get into the politics of it you decided to get into the politics of it?

Of course. It's like when someone says "with all due respect" you can be fairly certain the next thing they say will be disrespectful. But I certainly wasn't trying to start a debate, I think it was covered pretty well last year.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on February 28, 2013, 09:38:04 PM
So ... rather than get into the politics of it you decided to get into the politics of it?

Of course. It's like when someone says "with all due respect" you can be fairly certain the next thing they say will be disrespectful. But I certainly wasn't trying to start a debate, I think it was covered pretty well last year.

Well, we can just let it go then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on March 01, 2013, 08:10:50 PM
I am in very bad mood  :dry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 01, 2013, 08:15:57 PM
I am in very bad mood  :dry:
the Kirgan is angry! The Highlander better watch out!

in all seriousness sorry to hear that Kirgan.  Hope your mood/day gets better. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 06, 2013, 10:28:22 PM
If I blow up virgin media and murder branson, I think this will be fair mitigation in court.


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(I pay for 30 mbps internet)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 06, 2013, 10:59:47 PM
Have you tried turning it off and turning it back on?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 06, 2013, 11:05:57 PM
Yes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 06, 2013, 11:12:48 PM
Have you tried contacting your service provider and complaining of the service quality?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 06, 2013, 11:30:37 PM
Do I really come across that stupid on the forum?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 06, 2013, 11:33:07 PM
No one answer that.

 ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 06, 2013, 11:40:00 PM
What did they say when you called them?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on March 07, 2013, 01:15:45 AM
I bet Whitey's virginity that it was something like "Tough titties, we already have your money. Now, fuck off.".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 07, 2013, 01:26:42 AM
Here in the US the clever line they use is "we promised you speeds up to X".

Also, we have government enforced monopolies where only one cable company is allowed in each area. But that probably deserves its own thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: b0007452 on March 07, 2013, 01:30:50 AM
I spent nearly an hour on the phone (Being charged £1.50 a minute) to my service provider the other day trying to cancel our package.

Waded all the way through their crap and he told me I could do it for free on an online chatroom with one of their salespeople.

So I basically sat on Messenger with some guy called Steve for another hour, acting all polite and crap; to finally be told we couldn't cancel more than a month in advance.

2 hours of my life wasted that I could have used to drink beer and paint swordsmen. A big fat mehhhhhhhhhh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on March 07, 2013, 05:11:47 AM
Couldn't you have just sent them an e-mail?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 07, 2013, 05:24:22 AM
Couldn't you have just sent them an e-mail?


The connection is so lousy, it takes 2 weeks for email to be sent ?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on March 07, 2013, 08:50:29 AM
This comic immediately comes to mind:

(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j373/BAWTRM/Tiamat.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 07, 2013, 09:15:45 AM
Completely embarrassed myself last night, not in a good way, after consuming copious amounts of alcohol. So not only do I feel like shit, I also feel like shit!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 07, 2013, 10:11:08 AM
Completely embarrassed myself last night, not in a good way, after consuming copious amounts of alcohol. So not only do I feel like shit, I also feel like shit!


Don't worry, you now feel as you look.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 07, 2013, 11:46:11 AM
Here in the US the clever line they use is "we promised you speeds up to X".

Also, we have government enforced monopolies where only one cable company is allowed in each area. But that probably deserves its own thread.
Yes, they use that line. But to me "up to" 30 mbps = 20 mbps most of the time, 10 mbps at worst. not best ever result = 22, and normally around 2, frequently down to .7
What did they say when you called them?
"theres an over utilization fault, our planning team are meant to fix it" they keep on giving us an eta, then changing it.
and also a problem with our router, but they sent an engineer round and it did nothing.

I spent nearly an hour on the phone (Being charged £1.50 a minute) to my service provider the other day trying to cancel our package.

Waded all the way through their crap and he told me I could do it for free on an online chatroom with one of their salespeople.

So I basically sat on Messenger with some guy called Steve for another hour, acting all polite and crap; to finally be told we couldn't cancel more than a month in advance.

2 hours of my life wasted that I could have used to drink beer and paint swordsmen. A big fat mehhhhhhhhhh.

yup! We don't even have a landline, which is the entire reason I went with virgin- they do fibre optic broadband only without a landline. so I'm not calling their services from my mobile.

I'm emailing, chat messenging, and writing on their forum.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 07, 2013, 12:04:29 PM
What did they say when you called them?
"theres an over utilization fault, our planning team are meant to fix it" they keep on giving us an eta, then changing it.
and also a problem with our router, but they sent an engineer round and it did nothing.

Ah. Too many people on their line. That's an issue. They should upgrade their network. You'll probably have more trouble at peak hours then. The router issue confuses me. Do they mean a modem issue? Are you using a wifi router?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 07, 2013, 12:11:26 PM
yeh, and they say “the work to upgrade the line will take place on 20th of november, but is subject to change”
then “take place on January 16th”
then “take place on February 13th” and it never gets done.

Yeh, wifi.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 07, 2013, 12:42:41 PM
yeh, and they say “the work to upgrade the line will take place on 20th of november, but is subject to change”
then “take place on January 16th”
then “take place on February 13th” and it never gets done.

Yeh, wifi.
Hopefully they'll get it done. To be fair, upgrading their network is no small feat, as they have to install a bunch of new equipment and it's probably the city that's holding them up, with permits and such.
Your wifi router will not affect your speeds if you are getting a good signal. If your wifi router is also your modem, then the problem could be on the modem side. The chain goes as follows: WAN (wide area network - the internet) -> Modem (converts the electric signal to digital information) -> Router or LAN (send the modem signal to multiple devices either through ethernet or wifi sifnal). If you're getting a good signal, then it's not your wifi router that is the issue.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on March 07, 2013, 02:43:11 PM
Here in the US the clever line they use is "we promised you speeds up to X".

Also, we have government enforced monopolies where only one cable company is allowed in each area. But that probably deserves its own thread.
Yes, they use that line. But to me "up to" 30 mbps = 20 mbps most of the time, 10 mbps at worst. not best ever result = 22, and normally around 2, frequently down to .7
They can only supply as much bandwidth as the line into your house actually is capable of. But if their fiber can't handle 30mbps something's wrong with it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 07, 2013, 05:24:29 PM
Completely embarrassed myself last night, not in a good way, after consuming copious amounts of alcohol. So not only do I feel like shit, I also feel like shit!


Don't worry, you now feel as you look.
I always wondered.... What does shit feel like? I imagine it is squishy and probably pretty warm. Nice to know you guys have been feeling shit  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on March 08, 2013, 04:50:40 AM
Completely embarrassed myself last night, not in a good way, after consuming copious amounts of alcohol. So not only do I feel like shit, I also feel like shit!

If the number of 'Sorry' texts you have to send this morning is <5 it's still a good night.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 08, 2013, 08:29:21 AM
Completely embarrassed myself last night, not in a good way, after consuming copious amounts of alcohol. So not only do I feel like shit, I also feel like shit!


Don't worry, you now feel as you look.
I always wondered.... What does shit feel like? I imagine it is squishy and probably pretty warm. Nice to know you guys have been feeling shit  :::cheers:::
Yeah, it's a bit wriggly but quite warm- like struggling to wake up whilst still under the covers :icon_wink:
Completely embarrassed myself last night, not in a good way, after consuming copious amounts of alcohol. So not only do I feel like shit, I also feel like shit!

If the number of 'Sorry' texts you have to send this morning is <5 it's still a good night.
I guess I'm going to adopt that as a new rule! I guess it was >5, but all to one person  :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 08, 2013, 03:36:55 PM
Completely embarrassed myself last night, not in a good way, after consuming copious amounts of alcohol. So not only do I feel like shit, I also feel like shit!

If the number of 'Sorry' texts you have to send this morning is <5 it's still a good night.

I think it's better to say something like "mistakes were made", "it won't happen again", et cetera than to directly apologize in most cases. It's a lot more manly, for one. You don't want to constantly supplicate and apologize over every little thing.  And "sorry" is so overused it's all but lost its meaning.

In any case, I think touching bases with the offended party in-person when you're sober and taking them for a coffee would go a lot farther than fifty apology texts. 

Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on March 08, 2013, 03:39:58 PM
Hahahahah, the apologizing worked out fine in the end, we drank a couple of beers last night. I thought I came off worse than I did apparently.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 08, 2013, 03:44:25 PM
I'm so curious about what you did!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 08, 2013, 05:34:59 PM
I'm so curious about what you did!

Missed a train .............................  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 09, 2013, 08:45:46 AM
I'm so curious about what you did!

Missed a train .............................  :engel:


Don't look at me !  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on March 12, 2013, 10:04:32 PM
I'm so curious about what you did!

I'll second that  :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on March 13, 2013, 08:45:32 PM
I think we should assume he diddled himself in public and move on with the thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on March 13, 2013, 11:40:15 PM
Currently renaming March injury month - current tally is three fingers, a hip flexor and an ankle. Taking bets on what goes next.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 14, 2013, 12:10:58 AM
I think we should assume he diddled himself in public and move on with the thread.

It's the only logical conclusion.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 14, 2013, 05:05:48 AM
Currently renaming March injury month - current tally is three fingers, a hip flexor and an ankle. Taking bets on what goes next.


You should stretch more. 135 obviously is not enough.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 14, 2013, 06:00:21 AM
badum tishhhhhh

I wonder how many posts Soth has to file through...always on the hunt for the next perfect pun.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on March 14, 2013, 09:36:35 PM
Currently renaming March injury month - current tally is three fingers, a hip flexor and an ankle. Taking bets on what goes next.


You should stretch more. 135 obviously is not enough.

Well played. Stretching doesn't stop you catching a finger on a door handle or rolling an ankle on a net divider though :( Not sure how I managed to rack these all up in one month though :-/
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on March 14, 2013, 10:26:33 PM
Currently renaming March injury month - current tally is three fingers, a hip flexor and an ankle. Taking bets on what goes next.


You should stretch more. 135 obviously is not enough.

Well played. Stretching doesn't stop you catching a finger on a door handle or rolling an ankle on a net divider though :( Not sure how I managed to rack these all up in one month though :-/

Bad karma? The pope resigning?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on March 17, 2013, 07:27:13 AM
Currently renaming March injury month - current tally is three fingers, a hip flexor and an ankle. Taking bets on what goes next.


You should stretch more. 135 obviously is not enough.

Well played. Stretching doesn't stop you catching a finger on a door handle or rolling an ankle on a net divider though :( Not sure how I managed to rack these all up in one month though :-/

Bad karma? The pope resigning?

I'm an atheist, so not that worried about the pope :p Not sure if I'm up or down in the karma stakes at the moment...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 19, 2013, 07:52:51 PM
I am flat broke til payday. :ph34r:


after my recent breakup and my ex moved out, my financial situation has been in a tizzy.  I have been fine since September and have just been barley keeping my head above water.  Every month picking which bill not to pay.  I think I may have to face facts that I need to move out and in with a roommate. That way I can save some money instead of living paycheck to paycheck.  But I am really comfortable living with myself and feel anxious having a roommate.  It will be some random person for sure.  Either that or evolve and learn a new skill set and try to get a better job.  My sister's husband is in IT security and could surely help me into that field but I am not sure how to afford all the tests and such.  Its very stressful especially when you only have $1 in the bank to last you until payday. I am very IT savy when it comes to help desk stuff but I am anxious to step into a whole new world, one where I might not even succeed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 20, 2013, 01:24:22 AM
Hey, FFH you should Join the Army  :wink: Come on, get me that well needed rank up!  :::cheers::: (Just Kidding)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 20, 2013, 02:59:03 AM
I am flat broke til payday. :ph34r:


after my recent breakup and my ex moved out, my financial situation has been in a tizzy.  I have been fine since September and have just been barley keeping my head above water.  Every month picking which bill not to pay.  I think I may have to face facts that I need to move out and in with a roommate. That way I can save some money instead of living paycheck to paycheck.  But I am really comfortable living with myself and feel anxious having a roommate.  It will be some random person for sure.  Either that or evolve and learn a new skill set and try to get a better job.  My sister's husband is in IT security and could surely help me into that field but I am not sure how to afford all the tests and such.  Its very stressful especially when you only have $1 in the bank to last you until payday. I am very IT savy when it comes to help desk stuff but I am anxious to step into a whole new world, one where I might not even succeed.

Sack it up and go on a new adventure.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on March 20, 2013, 06:14:32 AM
And don´t buy any video games...or go out. Read or paint some minis.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on March 20, 2013, 06:47:13 PM
Sorry to hear that, Feanor. Sounds as if you have already been considering your options. I am sure you'll find a way that will work for you!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 21, 2013, 04:04:48 AM
Showing pictures of my spring break to my older sister cause she asks.
Comes across pictures of me and this girl I'd met from NY that I actually quite like.
"OOOOHHHH WHO'S THAT RYAN!?!?!?"
I tell her.
"SHEEEE IS WAAAAY TOOO pretty for you"
Gee thanks for helping my self esteem.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on March 21, 2013, 04:11:28 AM
Showing pictures of my spring break to my older sister cause she asks.
Comes across pictures of me and this girl I'd met from NY that I actually quite like.
"OOOOHHHH WHO'S THAT RYAN!?!?!?"
I tell her.
"SHEEEE IS WAAAAY TOOO pretty for you"
Gee thanks for helping my self esteem.

I thought that was the way siblings work or something...but generally my only child mind assumes such.....

I think I'll go and have a great game of catch with my childhood play friend gravity....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on March 21, 2013, 04:18:28 AM
Showing pictures of my spring break to my older sister cause she asks.
Comes across pictures of me and this girl I'd met from NY that I actually quite like.
"OOOOHHHH WHO'S THAT RYAN!?!?!?"
I tell her.
"SHEEEE IS WAAAAY TOOO pretty for you"
Gee thanks for helping my self esteem.

I'm way too pretty for my wife, but I love her anyway. Take the chance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: b0007452 on March 21, 2013, 11:10:11 AM
I thought that was the way siblings work or something...but generally my only child mind assumes such.....

I think I'll go and have a great game of catch with my childhood play friend gravity....

+1.

Btw the wall makes for a really good catch buddy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 22, 2013, 01:59:26 PM
the government announced they will be cutting my agency by $67 million.  Guess who the feddies will probably cut first, contractors.  I really hope I do not end up on the chopping block again like in October.

(https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcScjMnkFoAn2M_7kMTqNa4oTtduliPN2LUfbfqywMHDbgzWM1n9RQ)


edit: read the email wrong, was 67 not 3 mill....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on March 22, 2013, 07:06:46 PM
That's a pretty big difference.  Hope all goes well for you man.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on March 22, 2013, 07:09:51 PM
Punxsutawney Phil indicted (http://ftpcontent4.worldnow.com/wxix//Phil%20Indictment.pdf).

A capital offense.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 23, 2013, 01:27:24 AM
Punxsutawney Phil indicted (http://ftpcontent4.worldnow.com/wxix//Phil%20Indictment.pdf).

A capital offense.

Life imitates The Onion.

http://www.theonion.com/articles/punxsutawney-phil-beheaded-for-inaccurate-predicti,31712/
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 23, 2013, 09:32:21 PM
well I got paid and most of it is going straight to bills.  Went to barnes and noble and found the books I need to evolve but they were $60 each.  Went onto amazon and found them for half price.  Ordered them and when they come in I can start down a new path.  Really hope cuts dont happen before I can do so.  I dont like scrambling for a new job because I lost one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on March 23, 2013, 09:35:30 PM
well I got paid and most of it is going straight to bills.  Went to barnes and noble and found the books I need to evolve but they were $60 each.  Went onto amazon and found them for half price.  Ordered them and when they come in I can start down a new path.  Really hope cuts dont happen before I can do so.  I dont like scrambling for a new job because I lost one.

If you're laid off, won't you get unemployment, though?  That could give you time to retrain.  Kudos on going for the retraining, either way.  I find action always helps me deal with uncertainty.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 23, 2013, 10:43:42 PM
unemployment wont pay me enough to keep my apartment, pay the bills, and feed me.  Thanks for the encouragement though :::cheers::: at least I'll feel like I am doing something rather than just waiting for the worst to maybe happen.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 03, 2013, 08:00:50 PM
I'm working off a cold, and I've been blowing my nose for days. Like, really blasting that fucker. Now something's wrong with my left ear! Like something is pushing against my ear drum from both sides. It's not awful, but just bad enough to be really uncomfortable.

Anyway, I need you guys to give me a diagnosis.

Ordered them and when they come in I can start down a new path.  Really hope cuts dont happen before I can do so.  I dont like scrambling for a new job because I lost one.
Download the books! If you're conscientious just buy them when you can actually afford them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on April 03, 2013, 08:17:13 PM
One of my best mates, whom I basically lived at his parents house for 2 years back in 2004, in the evenings, smoking dooby in the garden, watching films etc,

just found out both his parents went down with cancer within 2 weeks ,

the mother is terminal, father might be ok,

visited last night, both look pale and thin,

Made me realise life is actually really f'ing short !

Try to make the most of it guys!!!!



Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 03, 2013, 08:30:40 PM
That blew my ear thing right out of the water.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 04, 2013, 10:08:02 PM
Roger Ebert, famed film critic, died.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on April 05, 2013, 01:13:23 AM
Tax office reckons we owe them $163k, because they can't read.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 05, 2013, 04:19:28 AM
Patsy most likely an infection...WE Fandiragnosis....go see a doc he most likely will put you on antibiotics.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on April 09, 2013, 02:15:15 AM
Peacocks shit everywhere.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 09, 2013, 03:24:06 AM
My dog is epileptic and her seizures make me sad.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on April 09, 2013, 03:47:36 AM
My dog is epileptic and her seizures make me sad.
I feel for you man. I had an epileptic cat when I was little. My dad used to wrap her up in a towel and hold her till her attack was done.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 09, 2013, 05:54:06 AM
My dog is epileptic and her seizures make me sad.
I feel for you man. I had an epileptic cat when I was little. My dad used to wrap her up in a towel and hold her till her attack was done.

That's what I do with my dog. Poor thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on April 09, 2013, 08:33:41 AM
I've been sick on and off for the past 3 weeks.  Every time I declare myself better it hits again.  I'd think it was my anxiety but my wife and son keep getting sick, too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 09, 2013, 08:04:58 PM
so today I am going to the gym.
anxiety (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITWgCW05p_U&feature=player_detailpage#t=111s)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 09, 2013, 09:48:55 PM
My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 09, 2013, 09:51:41 PM
My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)
hehe ive seen that.

I wouldnt mind if a pretty lady talked to me like that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: stretch_135 on April 09, 2013, 09:59:58 PM
My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)
hehe ive seen that.

I wouldnt mind if a pretty lady talked to me like that.

Haha, good clip. I hadn't seen that one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 09, 2013, 10:02:04 PM
My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)

Fantastic!  :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 10, 2013, 12:39:23 AM
did 1.66 miles in 30 minutes.  think I walked more than I ran.  My "inspirational" running music wasnt working.   :icon_neutral:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on April 10, 2013, 12:42:17 AM
did 1.66 miles in 30 minutes.  think I walked more than I ran.  My "inspirational" running music wasnt working.   :icon_neutral:

Time to move up to inspirational attack dogs.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on April 10, 2013, 12:47:32 AM
My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)
pretty much me at the gym...
:unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 10, 2013, 12:54:48 AM
man thats too expensive, the $50/ month gym membership is enough. :engel:

today I ate

breakfast: 1 fried egg, 2 pieces of toast (pepperidge farms light wheat bread, each slice is 45 cals with 1g of sugar. 1/3rd the amount of normal bread) with a tiny bit of local honey to help with allergies spead over the toast.  normaly its 10 cals for a tablespoon of honey, I had probably less than a teaspoon. 160-165? cals

second breakfast: 2 cups of applesauce (fruit cups, not measuring cups) 180 cals

lunch: burrito from chipotle (tortialla, white rice, black beans, steak, tomatoes, cheese, lettuce) 850 cals

dinner: lettuce with bits of chicken and a little bit of light Italian dressing. 110 cals

I plan to keep this going all week except not chipotle every day.  Honestly the chipotle is the highest amount of calories I probably eat in a week.  Granted I have no idea what the boneless wings special on wednesdays at hooters is as far as calories.  most other things for lunch are usually around 300-400 calories.  I drink mostly water soda on rare occasions for lunch and if I get sick of water I have some low sugar apple juice.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 10, 2013, 06:23:34 AM
My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)
pretty much me at the gym...
:unsure:

The men or the women?  :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on April 10, 2013, 12:24:52 PM
My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)
pretty much me at the gym...
:unsure:

The men or the women?  :icon_mrgreen:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fifth_Amendment_to_the_United_States_Constitution
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 11, 2013, 12:55:51 AM
So I pretty much ate the same thing yesterday as today just replace the chiptole burrito with the wingsday special at hooters.

Did my 30minutes on the treadmill today and I ran more than I walked.  Little victory.

Either this well endowed chica on the treadmill next to me is checking me out or comparing our times/distance. Probably the latter.  :unsure:

My favorite gym-related Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLm8CdPXAH8)
pretty much me at the gym...
:unsure:

The men or the women?  :icon_mrgreen:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fifth_Amendment_to_the_United_States_Constitution
Shit I'll say again, wish some of these women at the gym did it do me.  Especially that chica I mentioned.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2013, 09:47:45 PM
I just got banned from the eagles forum, with the note "kkk pictures are not appropriate". I didn't post any KKK pictures! I was being offended by the guy who HAD posted the KKK picture, saying anyone who doesn't like vick is racist.

INTERNET OUTRAGE
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 12, 2013, 09:49:57 PM
I just got banned from the eagles forum, with the note "kkk pictures are not appropriate". I didn't post any KKK pictures! I was being offended by the guy who HAD posted the KKK picture, saying anyone who doesn't like vick is racist.

INTERNET OUTRAGE
(http://renaissanceronin.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/angry_mob.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 12, 2013, 09:50:08 PM
Don't you mean 're-banned?'

Still, complain!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on April 12, 2013, 09:51:27 PM
I just got banned from the eagles forum, with the note "kkk pictures are not appropriate". I didn't post any KKK pictures! I was being offended by the guy who HAD posted the KKK picture, saying anyone who doesn't like vick is racist.

INTERNET OUTRAGE

And you dispute that Philly fans generally are assholes?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on April 12, 2013, 09:54:42 PM
My fans are the best.  I speak to their general needs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2013, 10:05:36 PM
I dont think philly fans are any more ass holes than any other city fan base.

This was one racist prick, who can't handle the fact that vick sucks ass, and people hate him because of this, his crimes, and his demeanour, not because we are all racist.

I just got banned from the eagles forum, with the note "kkk pictures are not appropriate". I didn't post any KKK pictures! I was being offended by the guy who HAD posted the KKK picture, saying anyone who doesn't like vick is racist.

INTERNET OUTRAGE
(http://renaissanceronin.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/angry_mob.png)
yeh, that does look quite like the picture he posted!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2013, 10:07:12 PM
Don't you mean 're-banned?'

Still, complain!

3rd or 4th time, actually.

all the others I deserved!

Can't complain because it wont let me even email any of the mods!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 12, 2013, 10:17:03 PM
Well, if you're up to ban 4 I can see why they'd lower their tolerance!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 12, 2013, 10:21:00 PM
My fans are the best.  I speak to their general needs.

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tnfzMG6tdaQ/Ty2bwj5Xp2I/AAAAAAAAAt4/w9LpMzhha78/s1600/Picard2379.jpg)

I see what you did there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2013, 10:25:05 PM
the last one was in 2009!


I was banned this time for quoting someones kkk pic and saying "wow, this is racist"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on April 12, 2013, 10:26:33 PM
I like what you did there Karl...

(http://www.stuffistumbledupon.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/kirk-with-stalactite-science-Star-Trek-meme-space_thumb.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on April 12, 2013, 10:27:26 PM
I dont think philly fans are any more ass holes than any other city fan base.
Aren't you the guys who booed Santa Clause?

Pretty sure nobody else would do that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 12, 2013, 10:28:17 PM
Why is Kirk about to kill someone with a stone penis?


Quote from: Finlay
the last one was in 2009!


I was banned this time for quoting someones kkk pic and saying "wow, this is racist"

OK, that is unfair.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on April 12, 2013, 10:30:20 PM
He isn't going to kill anyone rufus...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 12, 2013, 10:32:40 PM
Extreme Sausage.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 12, 2013, 10:37:45 PM
I like what you did there Karl...

(http://www.stuffistumbledupon.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/kirk-with-stalactite-science-Star-Trek-meme-space_thumb.jpg)

(http://images4.fanpop.com/image/photos/21900000/Jean-Luc-Picard-jean-luc-picard-21977094-694-530.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2013, 10:44:41 PM
I dont think philly fans are any more ass holes than any other city fan base.
Aren't you the guys who booed Santa Clause?

Pretty sure nobody else would do that.
yeh because booing santa is worse than stabbing people.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 13, 2013, 07:46:06 AM
I like what you did there Karl...

(http://www.stuffistumbledupon.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/kirk-with-stalactite-science-Star-Trek-meme-space_thumb.jpg)


Posting pictures of men with oversized dildos is discouraged.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 13, 2013, 08:27:01 AM
I like what you did there Karl...

(http://www.stuffistumbledupon.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/kirk-with-stalactite-science-Star-Trek-meme-space_thumb.jpg)


Posting pictures of men with oversized dildos is discouraged.

But not verboten

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_bJUyc6s5pL0/THUORo6cEMI/AAAAAAAAALE/rZL_qfx8sGY/s1600/DSCN0290.JPG)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 13, 2013, 09:23:58 AM
(http://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/images/uploads/Picard.png)
Title: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 14, 2013, 05:12:22 PM
My roommates had a party last night and some asshat plugged in and turned on the crockpot in which I was saving chili for lunch/dinner today. My roommates suggestion for cleaning the mess up? Throwing the crockpot out.

To hell with them all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 14, 2013, 06:01:59 PM
My roommates suggestion for cleaning the mess up? Throwing the crockpot out.

I'd be totally fine with that and the new one he'd be buying me.

Which shouldn't even require asking really.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 14, 2013, 06:04:19 PM
God, I in parts loved living with people, but also hated it. 3 years was definitely enough

Worst room mate story?

female housemate leaving used moon cups lying around the bathroom.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 14, 2013, 06:12:50 PM
I actually had to tell one of my roommates that leaving used condoms around was not acceptable.

I also appear to be the only one aware that you can wash dishes within minutes of using them.

Oh, and the crock pot is really easy to clean so it's not like that's an issue. I'm just soaking it for a few hours and then throwing it in the dishwasher. It was more the absurdity of just throwing it out because it was too dirty. Who just throws a plate or pot out because it's dirty and needs cleaning?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 14, 2013, 06:19:11 PM
I've epicly burnt and destroyed a pan, and thrown it out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 14, 2013, 06:20:41 PM
That's what I assumed had happened here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 14, 2013, 06:21:12 PM
Nope. Just dried out and burnt chili crusted on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 14, 2013, 08:16:14 PM
female housemate leaving used moon cups lying around the bathroom.
Didn't even know these things existed! That's pretty vile, definitely up there with spunky condoms lying around.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 14, 2013, 08:47:57 PM
worse than spunky condoms. definitely.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 14, 2013, 08:49:28 PM
I can't believe there are humans out there that think that it is acceptable to do that  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 14, 2013, 11:48:52 PM
I cant keep my head afloat financially anymore.  Going to have to see about moving in with my uncle. :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 15, 2013, 04:16:56 AM
I cant keep my head afloat financially anymore.  Going to have to see about moving in with my uncle. :icon_frown:

You can move in with me, buddy. I won't molest you ... much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on April 15, 2013, 08:55:06 AM
Then he'll have to move to Louisiana and have to start talking like this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3wuSO59OdM
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 15, 2013, 11:00:16 AM
That's southern Louisiana, but I know a guy who sounds like that. The presence of a huge Air Force base here means about half the population is not native to Louisiana.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on April 15, 2013, 11:07:03 AM
And the other half are close relatives.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 15, 2013, 02:05:36 PM
And the other half are close relatives.  :engel:

You're thinking of Alabama, or as I like to call it: the Germany of North America.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 15, 2013, 02:27:39 PM
I cant keep my head afloat financially anymore.  Going to have to see about moving in with my uncle. :icon_frown:
That kinda sucks, but if you are stressing about money it could be good to remove that big stress from you. Of course, depends how you get on with your uncle.

Where do your parents live?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 15, 2013, 02:48:51 PM
I cant keep my head afloat financially anymore.  Going to have to see about moving in with my uncle. :icon_frown:
That kinda sucks, but if you are stressing about money it could be good to remove that big stress from you. Of course, depends how you get on with your uncle.

Where do your parents live?

Parents live in Maine.

Me and my uncle get on fine.  Its just loosing my own place that sucks.  Too used to living by myself.  And I had a great routine.  Now there are just too many unknowns.  How am I to get to work? where can I exercise? how much will he charge me rent? utilities? etc...

It should be good to get back on my feet as I still have this job but I view it as a failure on handling my own problems and taking care of myself.

And the other half are close relatives.  :engel:

You're thinking of Alabama, or as I like to call it: the Germany of North America.
I thought that was florida.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWojvo6RKoQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWojvo6RKoQ)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 15, 2013, 07:13:39 PM
I have relatives attending the boston marathon...2 explosions at the finish line.  :icon_eek:  hope they are okay.

http://www.wcvb.com/news/local/metro/Explosion-reported-near-Boston-Marathon-finish-line/-/11971628/19757044/-/odjbsx/-/index.html?hpt=hp_t2 (http://www.wcvb.com/news/local/metro/Explosion-reported-near-Boston-Marathon-finish-line/-/11971628/19757044/-/odjbsx/-/index.html?hpt=hp_t2)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 15, 2013, 07:39:23 PM
One of my friend's moms is there too. No use really worrying until we know more though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 17, 2013, 03:27:12 PM
they are raising my rent and there is no way I can stay for any extended period of time.  I currently have two options

move in with my uncle and his family.  I will be able to save up a lot of money in no time and pay off some delinquent loans but at the cost of freedom and isolation (I dont have a car and the commute from white plains to DC is LONG).

or

take over a friend of mine's lease at a condo.  I would save approximately 300-400 a month am right across the street from the metro and walking distance to everything in a really nice and newly built area.  I will have a roomate I never met before though and my uncle is a bit paranoid that if I go that route things may go missing and since I dont know this guy bad things could happen.  My friend assures me that he is on the up and up but I dont know if my friend is trying to just get out of his lease or not.  Considering he lives in two places and is trying to get rid of one because rent there went up I dont know what to do.

I've moved in with a complete stranger before and it was okay.  I think my uncle is just being paranoid.  When I talked to him yesterday his wallet just got stolen.  He may have just been in a more than usual paranoid mood.  Honestly this condo is extremely tempting. My dad thinks I should move in with my uncle for a month or two to get caught up on bills then try to move into my friends condo.

my current lease ends May 5th.  I am tempted to renew for a month or two (basically renew and then give them 60 days notice of vacating) bit not sure how that will go down with the leasing office.

I am trying to figure out how to move to.  I think I will need another body and a u-haul since I dont have a car.  My uncle may or may not be willing to help and I am unsure if my friend or his roomate want to help me move.  The logistics of moving is really irking me right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 17, 2013, 09:54:53 PM
Some wrinkled old cunt on the BBC just said "secular funerals are ghastly"

that has genuinely upset me and made me angry, seeing as I secularly buried my dad just over a year ago.


fuck off you out of touch old bat.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on April 18, 2013, 12:35:14 AM
FFH, if you're in debt you need to suck it up, take the cheap option with your uncle and pay it off ASAP. Debt is just a slow poison. When you're in debt, you don't worry about convenience or "having a life" because you end up just treading water financially. Seems fine short term, but you'll end up exactly where you are now in 3 years and be kicking yourself.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on April 18, 2013, 03:33:08 AM
Sgt. H on Monday ," YOU SHOULD ALL FUCKING BE DOING PT ON YOUR OWN TIME PRIVATES. I AM NOT YOUR MOTHER. I EXPECT YOU ALL TO GO TO THE GYM OR RUN AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE."
I go to gym today. Do Cleans to exhaustion followed by 2 mile run. I get a text " All future soldiers need to come to the office by 3" I think oh ok it's just a surprise drug test"


Nope. Surprise PT test. I did my 10 push ups of glory and then rolled around on the floor.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 18, 2013, 03:10:40 PM
Some wrinkled old cunt on the BBC just said "secular funerals are ghastly"
Why get worked up over some self-righteous bible thumper? Clearly her opinion is of no relevance or value.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 18, 2013, 03:42:03 PM
Much like yours.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 18, 2013, 04:11:00 PM
Words hurt, Whitey.  :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 18, 2013, 11:48:34 PM
I have a daughter  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on April 19, 2013, 12:01:22 AM
I have a daughter  :unsure:
Wrong thread! It is a happy moment in every mans life when they realize they have to look forward to having a daughter that will grow up and inevitably suck your wallet dry until she finds a very unsuitable man to marry and runs off.  :happy:

Just Kidding  :::cheers::: congrats man!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 19, 2013, 12:44:25 AM
I have a daughter  :unsure:

Peter: "Can you check again?"
(http://images.wikia.com/familyguy/images/7/74/Itsagirl.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on April 19, 2013, 12:46:23 AM
The commandant/Phil exchanges (with occasional peanut gallery remarks) have the back table going full retard.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on April 19, 2013, 01:21:47 AM
The commandant/Phil exchanges (with occasional peanut gallery remarks) have the back table going full retard.
Business as usual then? I try to stay away from those threads anymore.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 19, 2013, 02:01:37 AM
The commandant/Phil exchanges (with occasional peanut gallery remarks) have the back table going full retard.

(http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view1/1900989/statler-waldorf-o.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Cannonofdoom on April 19, 2013, 04:39:52 AM
I have a daughter  :unsure:

Just try no to think about how many dudes will eventually put their penises into her orifices.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on April 19, 2013, 07:11:39 AM
Congratulations Finlay!!

And remember, little girls love the pink!

(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j373/BAWTRM/PremaritalSex.jpg) (http://s1082.photobucket.com/user/BAWTRM/media/PremaritalSex.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 19, 2013, 08:20:42 AM
(http://thechive.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/great-funny-photos-11.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 19, 2013, 08:38:24 AM
Feanor, my first is a boy, so one of each now!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on April 19, 2013, 08:40:47 AM
So, are you going to shoot the first now?  :-D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 19, 2013, 09:09:47 AM
Feanor, my first is a boy, so one of each now!


A King's wish, as we call it !
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on April 19, 2013, 09:26:59 AM
Over here we call it 'a King's couple'. :icon_smile:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on April 19, 2013, 09:31:29 AM
Until you see the bills coming in - then it is a King's Ransom.  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on April 19, 2013, 11:11:02 AM
I have a daughter  :unsure:

Congratulations man!!

I hope both her and Ellie are fine?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 19, 2013, 03:30:51 PM
Million Dollar family! Time for a secret vasectomy.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 19, 2013, 05:16:23 PM
I think it would be best if his wife pressured him into having a vasectomy.

And then leaves him. Taking the kids.

Then I could ride in on a tricycle and shout OWNED at him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 19, 2013, 07:09:06 PM
The commandant/Phil exchanges (with occasional peanut gallery remarks) have the back table going full retard.

I love page 4 of the "right to death thread"

the logistic issues involved in literally passing a camel through the eye of a needle.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 19, 2013, 10:48:00 PM
the logistic issues involved in literally passing a camel through the eye of a needle.

However, you can probably fit a needle through the eye of a camel.

Thread solved!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on April 19, 2013, 11:28:05 PM
How hard is it for a head to pass through one's arsehole?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 19, 2013, 11:32:01 PM
Easy for some people!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on April 27, 2013, 02:47:43 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5r79m0fbG0
I miss superjail.... It is my favorite show.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 27, 2013, 05:59:19 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5r79m0fbG0
I miss superjail.... It is my favorite show.
not gonna lie, this promo made me get that song from  cheap trick.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZHzsXsXE3U (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZHzsXsXE3U)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on April 29, 2013, 04:41:33 PM
My love is find new boyfriend, and I am in  very bad mood  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 29, 2013, 04:44:27 PM
My love is find new boyfriend, and I am in  very bad mood  :eusa_wall:
I think that's why some people sever all contact with their ex, to prevent such a mood.  :icon_neutral:

recommend alcohol, and a bundle of ones to take to the strip club.  bring friends.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on April 29, 2013, 07:16:13 PM
My love is find new boyfriend, and I am in  very bad mood  :eusa_wall:
I think that's why some people sever all contact with their ex, to prevent such a mood.  :icon_neutral:

I concur.  I do believe that you can be friends with an ex, but only after the romantic feelings and the accompanying feelings of jealousy have died off. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 29, 2013, 07:41:46 PM
My love is find new boyfriend, and I am in  very bad mood  :eusa_wall:
I think that's why some people sever all contact with their ex, to prevent such a mood.  :icon_neutral:

I concur.  I do believe that you can be friends with an ex, but only after the romantic feelings and the accompanying feelings of jealousy have died off.
just need to get your "rebound" phase over with.  Still in mine
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on April 29, 2013, 07:46:36 PM
just need to get your "rebound" phase over with.  Still in mine

I actually skipped that phase, deliberately since it's often the downfall of many divorced men.  I just swore off women for six months, and I'm taking things very slowly with my girl, because I don't want her to be just a rebound.  I'm over my ex, but it's natural to have lingering feelings of jealousy, even after you've stopped feeling romantic feelings toward them.  Therapy is good stuff.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 29, 2013, 08:03:53 PM
nah the "rebound phase" isnt so much having a rebound so much just having your bounce back.  When my ex no longer enters my mind, my phase will be over.  Hell having a new girl can speed this up very quickly, but there's currently none on my radar.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on April 29, 2013, 08:24:11 PM
nah the "rebound phase" isnt so much having a rebound so much just having your bounce back.  When my ex no longer enters my mind, my phase will be over.  Hell having a new girl can speed this up very quickly, but there's currently none on my radar.  :unsure:

Ah, I understand ya.  Yeah, I (on the advice of my therapist) went through my rebound phase without even trying to pursue any women, because they tend to complicate the rebound phase.  Many guys fall for the rebound chick way too easily because they're trying to fill the void left by their dead marriage.  I desperately wanted to avoid that mistake, and I think I'm in the clear now.  I want to fall in love and get married again, but I'm in no hurry.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 29, 2013, 08:35:10 PM
thats great towi! :::cheers::: very healthy too.

I wouldnt mind having a new girl but even just having one on the radar would be nice.  Just to get R out of my head.  Granted she isnt in there as much as she used to be, but she surfaces every now and then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Kirgan on April 30, 2013, 03:45:39 PM
Yes we will survive our fails again  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 30, 2013, 07:26:44 PM
international courier jobs pay more than my current one.  probably more fun too. :eusa_sick:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on April 30, 2013, 08:13:23 PM
The more I think about it, the more I realize The Hobbit movie sucked ass.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 30, 2013, 08:14:08 PM
hurrah!

that's what happened to rufus too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 30, 2013, 08:27:00 PM
It was a steaming pile of shit. The storybook elements of the source material really clashed with the film's attempt at being grimdark.

EG, the fir-trees scene. In the book, it had a sense of black humor - the dwarves had been treed and the goblins were singing and taunting them. In the movie the trees were falling into a ravine while burning while Thorin was dueling the orc who killed his dad.

The movie was made for hummingbirds. There was always 500 things going on at once.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 30, 2013, 08:34:09 PM
and bilbo attacks an orc and knocks it off a warg.
no!
so shit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 30, 2013, 08:38:54 PM
Well...I kind of enjoyed it about the same as Lord of the Rings Hollywoodish joy ride.

It wasn´t deep though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on April 30, 2013, 09:03:44 PM
It was a kid's movie based on a kid's book, adapted for today's kids. It was silly fun for kids, wouldn't call it shit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 30, 2013, 09:10:59 PM
hurrah!

that's what happened to rufus too.

Even more so when I re-read the book.

The book is really good!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 30, 2013, 09:14:47 PM
A kids' movie would have been fine. But they were also trying to recreate the LOTR films. The darker elements really clashed with the source material. EG, it's pretty hard to imagine the film's Byronic take on Thorin surrendering to the the trolls.

The Dol Guldur stuff was stupid. It made me feel like I was watching two movies at once. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 30, 2013, 09:16:36 PM
It was a kid's movie based on a kid's book, adapted for today's kids. It was silly fun for kids, wouldn't call it shit.
no:

The storybook elements of the source material really clashed with the film's attempt at being grimdark.

it is a kids book. The trolls are called ernie and bert for gods sake. But they tried to make it too much like the lotr films. The hobbit book is very unlike the lotr books.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 30, 2013, 09:17:53 PM
I think it's a bit dismissive to call it a kid's book.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: t12161991 on April 30, 2013, 09:23:07 PM
Well it is. That doesn't mean it's not good.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 30, 2013, 09:24:55 PM
Well it is.

You're a kid's book!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 30, 2013, 09:33:23 PM
I don't mean it in a dismissive way, and I love it.

but it is certainly aimed at kids to a greater extent than LotR.
Remember he made up the hobbit as a story for his kids!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 30, 2013, 09:35:50 PM
Sure. It's not exactly lightweight though. It's quite depressing in places!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on April 30, 2013, 09:38:03 PM
Well it is.

You're a kid's book!

Whoa, back up there buddy.  We are all friends here!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 30, 2013, 09:42:17 PM
Sure. It's not exactly lightweight though. It's quite depressing in places!
Kids books are allowed to be depressing!

We're not talking about the hungry caterpillar here.
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Post by: Grutch on April 30, 2013, 09:46:41 PM
My seven year old is reading it,  it's a kids book.

The movie is sort of ... meh!   I didn't outright hate it though.
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Post by: Grutch on April 30, 2013, 09:47:22 PM
Sure. It's not exactly lightweight though. It's quite depressing in places!
Kids books are allowed to be depressing!

We're not talking about the hungry caterpillar here.

Charlotte's Web. =(
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Post by: oak_prince on April 30, 2013, 09:49:10 PM
Sure. It's not exactly lightweight though. It's quite depressing in places!
Kids books are allowed to be depressing!

We're not talking about the hungry caterpillar here.

I had a lot of books as a kid that ranged from depressing to pure nightmare fuel: Rose Blanche, St George and the Dragon, Outside Over There, One Stormy Night...

My dad had this huge hardbound book of kids' stories from the 20's that had some pretty intense stuff: like a really anti-Catholic story where a bishop is eaten alive by rats for his sins.
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Post by: phillyt on April 30, 2013, 09:53:06 PM
My seven year old is reading it,  it's a kids book.

The movie is sort of ... meh!   I didn't outright hate it though.

I didn't hate it either.  It just wasn't a good movie.  The special effects were fine, but there was so much garbage that was poorly done.  It really felt like a virtual 3D theme park ride.  And a stupid one at that.
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Post by: Aldaris on April 30, 2013, 10:28:03 PM
My dad had this huge hardbound book of kids' stories from the 20's that had some pretty intense stuff: like a really anti-Catholic story where a bishop is eaten alive by rats for his sins.

Well, it's like Pratchett said in one of his books: kids don't mind blood in their stories at all, if it is shed by the deserving!
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Post by: phillyt on April 30, 2013, 11:21:44 PM
Lol true Aldaris!
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Post by: Quickbeam on May 01, 2013, 01:14:06 AM
My Grandmother died yesterday morning. She was a tough old lady and would never give up. Three years ago the doctors said she had three to six months to live and while she always said she would live to one hundred she didn't quite make it but damn did that stubborn woman get close.
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Post by: BAWTRM on May 01, 2013, 07:03:13 AM
Hail to the victorious dead, then Quickbeam! :icon_neutral:
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Post by: Kirgan on May 01, 2013, 07:54:01 AM
After ETC must find some job  :unsure:
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Post by: Finlay on May 08, 2013, 08:12:17 PM
Connor Barwin (Eagles new LB) says he wouldn't care if he had a gay team mate.

eagles fan says
"Someone else's sexual orientation is not my business.  But with that being said I wouldn't want to be on a team with a gay guy. I think its disgusting and I don't agree with it.

I am sick of athletes trying to be politically correct by saying the "right things".  What happened to the Charles Barkley/Tim Hardaway's of the world that spoke their true feelings and didn't give a damn about the backlash.  We live in a scary world where homosexuality has become "normal" and speaking against it gets you in trouble."

 :icon_cry:
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 08, 2013, 08:14:27 PM
Thats racist....oh no wrong thread.


We live in a political correct world which is nonsense as nobody is ever political correct we just learn that we can´t speak our mind so we basically have lost our right to free speech over political correctness.

That said I don´t think that being gay is already seen as "normal" but it should be and sexual orientation shouldn´t be anybodies business.
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Post by: Finlay on May 08, 2013, 08:20:56 PM
that guy could word for word say what he said in the 1950s, but replace gay with black.


"political correctness is institutional politeness"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IYx4Bc6_eE
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 08, 2013, 08:29:24 PM
He raises some good points but it is still spinning out of control.


People want to be minorities so they can cry..I am being opressed! See the back table  :engel:
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Post by: Finlay on May 08, 2013, 08:31:10 PM
I almost used your gif today!
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 08, 2013, 08:32:04 PM
 :biggriin:


Monty Python gif´s should be used much more often.
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Post by: oak_prince on May 11, 2013, 02:27:49 AM
I'm starting to have misgivings about my soon to be housemates.

Without going into too much boring detail: They're an intelligent couple with a lot in common with me that I've known for years.  But they've grown so... obstinate in the past couple years. Each reinforces the other's belief that all their problems are everyone else's fault. They really want a good friend in the city/as a roommate because they're bored of only hanging out with each other and can't seem to make lasting friendships down there(Again, they make excuses about this  - EG, they've given up looking for a gaming group because they're convinced that every single gamer in the city is a poopsocking neckbeard).

I don't know whether I'll be a positive influence on them or whether they'll just resent me when I don't join their pity party or bring around a friend who doesn't live up to their exact specifications of what a person should be like.
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Post by: Sig on May 11, 2013, 05:12:27 AM
Living with a couple can be really bad times. Every argument is 2v1 in their favour. Unless you trust them completely, don't do it.
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Post by: towishimp on May 14, 2013, 02:51:42 AM
I just found out that I'm being ordered to do overtime...one hour before said overtime.  Meaning that I need to find someone to let my dog out, at 10:00pm, after most of my family and friends are in bed or almost there.  Fuck my boss in the ass with a cactus.   :icon_mad:  :icon_mad:  :icon_mad:
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on May 15, 2013, 08:35:35 PM
I'll be offline for health reasons and won't be able to update my painting blog for a longer period of time.  :icon_confused:
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Post by: Finlay on May 15, 2013, 09:38:38 PM
Hope not too serious weib
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Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 16, 2013, 08:13:10 PM
I am confused.

There's a girl I've been hanging out with for a while (we've been friends for a pretty long time before that) and a few days ago we watched a film together, held hands and snogged a bit. We've had a few "tender moments" before. Now she says that she's not interested in anything like that.

I know that I'm a really bad people reader and there could just be something that I missed, but if snuggling and making out doesn't say "I'm interested" then what does? Furthermore, how am I know going to know if someone is intersted short of them straight up telling me? I'm sorry for bothering you with trivial nonsense, I just needed to vent my feelings a bit.

Of course I'm going to be grown up about the situation and respect her choice and move on with my life, I'm just a bit confused is all. Besides right now I could really use a warm body to curl up with.
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Post by: Finlay on May 16, 2013, 08:29:15 PM
She was using you and being a bit of a bitch. Maybe friend zoned and then she gives you a 'tender moment' to keep you interested or when she wants some intimacy.
Sorry Bro.


My wife says maybe she's just nervous or shy or something, and have you flat out asked her and said like 'I'm confused about the mixed signals'
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Post by: oak_prince on May 16, 2013, 08:35:37 PM
In my experience you've got a very small window of time(right after she shows interest) to claim her as your girlfriend. Easing into intimacy after being friends for awhile would be ideal, but it never seems to happen outside of the movies.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 16, 2013, 08:38:52 PM
this sounds like the movie 500 days of summer...

short answer, bitches be cray cray. slightly longer answer: she wanted someone there, you were it, but you may not be what she wants. its a shitty situation broseph.  :dry:  confront her like the dude int he movie and be like WTH?
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Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 17, 2013, 07:25:18 AM
I know that she is probably nervous and very shy, but then so am I so I'm not very sure about the whole confronting bit. I don't really want to cause any unnecessary awkwardness between us. I must say though that I am glad she told me that she wasn't interested instead of making me guess, 'cause I'm really bad at guessing stuff like that.

At least I have Best Fwends to make me feel better: http://bestfwends.bandcamp.com/album/alphabetically-arranged
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Post by: theorox on May 17, 2013, 07:12:48 PM
I know that she is probably nervous and very shy, but then so am I so I'm not very sure about the whole confronting bit. I don't really want to cause any unnecessary awkwardness between us. I must say though that I am glad she told me that she wasn't interested instead of making me guess, 'cause I'm really bad at guessing stuff like that.

At least I have Best Fwends to make me feel better: http://bestfwends.bandcamp.com/album/alphabetically-arranged

Now, I'm not exactly Mr. Lovedocta, but to me it sounds like she either was in a vulnerable place and wanted comfort or she's using you. Probably a bit of both. To be perfectly honest, I wouldn't have thought you had much of a chance of developing a romantic relationship with this girl, even if she hadn't said so explicitly like she did. And if she's so weak of character as to just use you for comfort when she's feeling bad she doesn't exactly sound like girlfriend material even if she was interested.

This post is really awkwardly phrased. Sorry about that, I'm a bit tired.

Theo


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Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 17, 2013, 10:16:44 PM
Ugh you guys make her seem worse than she probably is, which is understandable given the very limited information you have. I might just be overreacting to a situation I'm not used to being in. But i appreciate the help anyway.
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Post by: oak_prince on May 18, 2013, 01:56:20 AM
You gave plenty of information. Everyone likes to think their relationship problems are complicated and/or unique to them, but 90% can be summed up as: "Person A likes Person B more than Person B likes Person A". Sure, she's a nice girl and probably dealing with some issues - but that doesn't make it cool for her to get boyfriend benefits(cuddling, affirmation, et al) without being your girlfriend.

If you really want her, lay low for a bit. You want to demonstrate that you 1) Are desirable to other women 2) Have moved on from her rejection 3) Are not a boytoy with no life who can be depended on to constantly give her affirmation.

Do not answer her texts right away - EVER. Ask her if she knows whether a mutual acquiantance is single or not. Call her from a busy place where she can hear other girls giggling in the background. Hell, bring another girl next time you guys hang out. 
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Post by: Finlay on May 18, 2013, 07:20:52 AM
I'm in the complete opposite camp from oakprince.
No bullshit games.
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Post by: zifnab0 on May 18, 2013, 10:51:06 AM
I'm in the complete opposite camp from oakprince.
No bullshit games.

True dat.

85% of relationship problems can be solved by talking to the other person.
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Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 18, 2013, 07:05:20 PM
Yeah, I was gonna say that mind games aren't really my thing. Besides I've seen enough situtational comedy to know that those kinds of schemes never work out anyway.
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Post by: Quickbeam on May 19, 2013, 12:49:41 AM
My Parents are getting a divorce. I'm not sure why and I gathered that they are still living together on their property. I am confused.
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Post by: Finlay on May 19, 2013, 07:31:27 AM
That sucks qb
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Post by: theorox on May 19, 2013, 09:57:25 AM
I would think the reason why they are getting a divorce is that they don't want to be together anymore. Well, fair enough for them. I hope their decision makes them both happy and leads to a minimum of friction between them.

Theo
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Post by: Quickbeam on May 19, 2013, 04:36:05 PM
I talked to my sister and apparently it has something to do with money and how the union won't let my mom get his retirement which explains why they are still living together and she didn't just take the other house.
That makes me feel much better about the situation.
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Post by: oak_prince on May 19, 2013, 06:21:42 PM
Besides I've seen enough situtational comedy to know that those kinds of schemes never work out anyway.

I think that young men emulating what they see on TV is one of the major causes of the Friendzone epidemic. But I wish you luck. Let us know how it goes.

My Parents are getting a divorce. I'm not sure why and I gathered that they are still living together on their property. I am confused.

My parents fight about money constantly. They talked about divorce but my mother has no money(refuses to work) and my dad is too old-fashioned to consider a divorce. It would have freaked me out when I was younger, but today I think if they divorced I could be happy for them. They'd have shots at finding love again and could each do their own thing, you know?
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Post by: patsy02 on May 19, 2013, 06:48:10 PM
Quote
my mother has no money(refuses to work) and my dad is too old-fashioned to consider a divorce.
Sounds like they deserve each other! No offence.
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Post by: Quickbeam on May 19, 2013, 06:56:07 PM
My Parents are getting a divorce. I'm not sure why and I gathered that they are still living together on their property. I am confused.

My parents fight about money constantly. They talked about divorce but my mother has no money(refuses to work) and my dad is too old-fashioned to consider a divorce. It would have freaked me out when I was younger, but today I think if they divorced I could be happy for them. They'd have shots at finding love again and could each do their own thing, you know?
It really surprised me with mine because they haven't fought since I was very little. They both work and have been doing so since they got married over 20 years ago. So I really suprised me because they are still in love and everything (eww). SO I guess they are only doing it on paper so my mom can get his retirement. Which made a lot more sense to me. Freaked me out at first.
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Post by: oak_prince on May 19, 2013, 07:40:34 PM
I wonder if that would could cause hiccups with other shared resources. Say, insurance. I assume they've done their legal homework, though.
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Post by: Aldaris on June 06, 2013, 08:55:54 PM
Well, the pain in my lower back that started during the Eurobash is indeed a spinal disc herniation. Fuck.
Going to see an orthopedist on monday, I hope it can be treated without surgery.

Not the type of souvenir I had in mind.
 :|
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 06, 2013, 09:01:02 PM
Sorry to hear that, Aldaris. No wonder your back hurt so much.

Get well soon!
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Post by: Aldaris on June 06, 2013, 09:08:42 PM
Thanks!
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Post by: oak_prince on June 06, 2013, 09:29:36 PM
Ouch. And I came in here to complain about the computers at work having IE 8. Get well soon!
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on June 06, 2013, 09:32:29 PM
Ouch. And I came in her to complain about the computers at work having IE 8. Get well soon!

Try virtual machine running Win7 - IE8 and trying to test on that while your test runner program is NOT accessible on the virtual machine..
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Post by: Aldaris on June 06, 2013, 09:33:21 PM
... the computers at work having IE 8.

Well, that hurts too!
 :-D
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Post by: Finlay on June 06, 2013, 09:45:17 PM
fingers crossed no surgery aldaris!
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Post by: b0007452 on June 07, 2013, 01:13:16 AM
I'm currently scrubbing toilets part-way through my first of six straight night shifts. FML. Glad I leave this job next week.
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Post by: thundercake on June 07, 2013, 02:55:22 AM
Ugh to all of the above. So far I have worked 58 hours this week and have to be at work at 6:30am tomorrow. Boo.
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Post by: Midaski on June 07, 2013, 10:32:18 AM
Well, the pain in my lower back that started during the Eurobash is indeed a spinal disc herniation. Fuck.
Going to see an orthopedist on monday, I hope it can be treated without surgery.

Not the type of souvenir I had in mind.
 :|

I told you you were too old for those 'adventurous' positions ................ Fandir was obviously far too rough.  :engel:

I'm currently scrubbing toilets part-way through my first of six straight night shifts. FML. Glad I leave this job next week.

Scrubbing brush in one hand - keyboard in the other then ..........................  :biggriin:

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Post by: b0007452 on June 07, 2013, 03:38:36 PM
Scrubbing brush in one hand - keyboard in the other then ..........................  :biggriin:

Aye, iPhone is all that keeps me sane. No human contact for like 7 hours straight is incredibly depressing. Still 5 more shifts to go and then I'm out of the business.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 08, 2013, 12:37:42 PM
So, apparently the EDL (English racists) are holding a 'demonstration' in the city centre today. I walked past the tram stop and saw three rowdy guys with their faces painted like the England flag. They were obviously hoping to start a fight.

I hope their heads catch fire.  :icon_sad:
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on June 09, 2013, 05:14:01 PM
Iain Banks (the writer) has died.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22835047
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Post by: BAWTRM on June 10, 2013, 07:43:45 AM
So, apparently the EDL (English racists) are holding a 'demonstration' in the city centre today. I walked past the tram stop and saw three rowdy guys with their faces painted like the England flag. They were obviously hoping to start a fight.

I hope their heads catch fire.  :icon_sad:
You sure there isn't simply a soccer/rugby game today?  :icon_wink:
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Post by: Quickbeam on June 13, 2013, 06:09:46 AM
I am feeling very unmotivated and annoyed with myself. I'm leaving monday and all of my stuff has been packed and unpacked whenever I discover I need something out of it. Everything is such a mess...
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Post by: DariusZero on June 13, 2013, 06:26:47 AM
Where to?
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Post by: oak_prince on June 13, 2013, 06:28:16 AM
Change is always stressful. Often, even good changes or something you've been looking forward to.
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Post by: Quickbeam on June 13, 2013, 06:43:30 AM
Where to?
U.S. Army Basic Training & Armor School.

Change is always stressful. Often, even good changes or something you've been looking forward to.
This is probably the biggest and most stressful jump I've ever made in my life so far but it's probably also the best.
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Post by: DariusZero on June 13, 2013, 07:34:08 AM
Good luck then and take care, working around any kind of machinery or weapons can get you some seroius injuries.  :::cheers:::
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Post by: stretch_135 on June 13, 2013, 11:18:04 PM
Reeeeeeeeeeally have to stop buying models and do some serious painting time....  :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on June 25, 2013, 02:35:54 AM
I hate it when some idiot sends out a Group MMS to everyone and their mother.

And then a bunch of other idiots reply-all, further jamming everyone's inboxes.

And then a bunch more idiots get confused by these messages, don't put two and two together that the messages are responses to a Group MMS, and start bombarding everyone with "?" and "who this".

 :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:
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Post by: towishimp on June 25, 2013, 08:12:03 PM
I hate it when some idiot sends out a Group MMS to everyone and their mother.

And then a bunch of other idiots reply-all, further jamming everyone's inboxes.

And then a bunch more idiots get confused by these messages, don't put two and two together that the messages are responses to a Group MMS, and start bombarding everyone with "?" and "who this".

 :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:

+1.  That happens EVERY SINGLE TIME my sister-in-law sends a pic of my neice to the whole family.   :eusa_wall:
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Post by: S.O.F on July 03, 2013, 06:37:26 AM
So the state of Wisconsin sets liquor sales end at 9pm and beer at midnight but city ordnance can change that. Before July 1st I could buy beer after 9pm now it is at an end...sad day I say.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 03, 2013, 07:52:40 AM
Home sick for the 2nd day with a bad head cold and fever.  It has been a rough year with illness for me.  Luckily my employer has been understanding.
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Post by: Sig on July 03, 2013, 08:07:31 AM
Again? Sorry to hear that Wiss. A present from your son or just random?
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Post by: wissenlander on July 03, 2013, 01:24:14 PM
From Kaleb.  He got it from one of his friends, just thought it was a random runny nose but it turned into more.  I'm usually the one in the family that gets hit hardest which I guess is ok.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 06, 2013, 11:51:09 AM
Wife breaks phone,
Wife wants need phone,

Requirements: apps, physical keyboard, has to look nice, under £100.

So I show her HTC desire z, Nokia n97mini and one other I casnt remember.
She chooses Nokia based on how it looks.

Now its arrived she's complaining about the os looking old school, not the same apps etc.

Women.


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Post by: Finlay on July 11, 2013, 01:52:16 PM
Ashton Agar  ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 11, 2013, 01:53:31 PM
yes, I got him out!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 11, 2013, 07:23:42 PM
yes, I got him out!

Well why the hell didn't you post at 12.30 then ........................   :closed-eyes:

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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 11, 2013, 08:01:08 PM
Some days are just not that great.
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Post by: Sig on July 11, 2013, 09:01:56 PM
My boy has bad jaundice :(
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Post by: wissenlander on July 11, 2013, 09:07:56 PM
That stinks.  How bad is it?  Has he been hospitalized?  Kaleb had it as well and he had to be put on a light machine (can't remember the name now) for about a day and a half.  He was almost to the point of needing hospitalization.  Prayers to  you guys.
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Post by: Sig on July 11, 2013, 09:21:56 PM
Thanks James. He did need to go to hospital briefly because he refused food for 6 hours, but then he got the Bilibed, the machine you're thinking of, and had that for a day and a half like Kaleb. But now he's off it and the symptoms are returning. I'm hoping he can go back on it, and for longer, he was so happy when he was on it, but now is very troubled.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on July 12, 2013, 03:31:11 AM
Hmmm.  Yeah, hopefully another round will take care of it until his liver can really kick in.  Keep us informed.  Will continue prayers!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: thundercake on July 12, 2013, 03:51:36 AM
Someone explain this one to me: I am a salaried employee. This means I work "until the job is done" aka usually over 40 hours. I like my job and usually don't mind.

However, if I work until the job is done, then when I get everything done early and am more than a day ahead of schedule and have absolutely nothing that needs to be done, why can't I go home early? I worked until I had completed all tasks and duties, no hour requirement, why do I still have to stick around.

Dumb,

Also, dont get my started on why women can wear sandals, capris, knee length skirts and dresses at work but the moment I want to wear shorts or someone puts on a kilt, its all WHAT THE HELL, YOU SHOW TO MUCH SKIN!!!
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Post by: theorox on July 12, 2013, 06:58:10 AM
What job do you have where showing man-legs is directly detrimental to your performance? :o

Theo
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Post by: Finlay on July 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Thinking of you and your little man SIG.
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Post by: Dunrik on July 12, 2013, 10:47:34 AM
Someone explain this one to me: I am a salaried employee. This means I work "until the job is done" aka usually over 40 hours. I like my job and usually don't mind.

However, if I work until the job is done, then when I get everything done early and am more than a day ahead of schedule and have absolutely nothing that needs to be done, why can't I go home early? I worked until I had completed all tasks and duties, no hour requirement, why do I still have to stick around.

Dumb,

Also, dont get my started on why women can wear sandals, capris, knee length skirts and dresses at work but the moment I want to wear shorts or someone puts on a kilt, its all WHAT THE HELL, YOU SHOW TO MUCH SKIN!!!
Yeah, we have the same problem over here, so a guy (train driver) decided that he should wear a skirt to work. That was apparently allowed...
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Post by: Sig on July 12, 2013, 12:54:41 PM
Thanks James and Finlay. He is eating and sleeping at least. See what the next few days bring.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 12, 2013, 02:27:20 PM
Thanks James and Finlay. He is eating and sleeping at least. See what the next few days bring.

I too that he will get well soonish and that the only thing remaining will be the memory of the shock he gave you. With the doctors monitoring him I am sure everything will be fine.

Best wishes to your whole family.
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Post by: Sig on July 12, 2013, 10:27:42 PM
Thanks Fandir. So tiny yet causes so much worry. He does seem to be getting better, I'm hoping he can have a blood test soon to confirm it.
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Post by: Novogord on July 14, 2013, 05:16:39 PM
Well some crashed in our car yesterday evening. Whole the right side is damaged.  :oops: Normally the costs are for him.  :|
So no restaurant for us last evening :oops:
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Post by: b0007452 on July 19, 2013, 06:39:51 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-23373785

This fool of a Took made me 2 hours late for work. It also meant I missed my Gym Instructor's assessment and have to make up the hours next week for work. Ball...ache.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on July 30, 2013, 08:54:58 AM
MY wife is an intelligent and competent women. She did well at school and university, was a teacher and is now the director of juniors at a company which runs summer schools in 3 cities. She's a great mum and always owns me at scrabble.

But sometimes she is a total derp. She missed her train today because she confused the departure time with the arrival time, and then took platform directions from a randomer, whicj were wrong.

How fricking hard is it to get to the right platform for your train?  :eusa_wall:
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Post by: Sig on July 30, 2013, 09:13:11 AM
Baby brain maybe. Mothers with very tiny kids often have stuff like this happen, according to the antenatal class we went to. Just lose the ability to do basic stuff sometimes, forget things. Your little girl is still pretty small isn't she?
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 31, 2013, 04:23:10 PM
I'm all thumbs ... even assembling the hot wire cutter is a challenge ...  :blush:
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 31, 2013, 04:55:47 PM
Edit: Done! I managed to assemble it. Hopefully, using it will be the easier part for me ...  :biggriin:
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Post by: wissenlander on August 09, 2013, 01:08:48 AM
Found two kittens tonight that were abandoned.  One of them has a hurt leg.  Don't really have the money or want of another two cats but couldn't just let them be.  I hate when people do this sort of stuff.  I'm such a softie.
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Post by: Dunrik on August 09, 2013, 11:23:47 AM
I am building a 1:72 scale model of the A10 Warthog and lost a part, which hit a smaller part, and both ended up on the floor. And now I can not locate the small part :x
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 09, 2013, 01:04:48 PM
take a rag which has tiny holes, put it over the vacuum tube (using elastic bands or such) and vacuum away.


The rag will prevent your part from entering the vacuum....
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Post by: zifnab0 on August 09, 2013, 01:45:27 PM
Or walk around barefoot.  Surefire way of finding sharp parts.
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Post by: Finlay on August 09, 2013, 01:56:37 PM
Or walk around barefoot.  Surefire way of finding sharp parts.
(http://mymememaker.com/media/created/pouwya.jpg)
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Post by: oak_prince on August 09, 2013, 02:42:54 PM
Found two kittens tonight that were abandoned.  One of them has a hurt leg.  Don't really have the money or want of another two cats but couldn't just let them be.  I hate when people do this sort of stuff.  I'm such a softie.

Post pictures!

I suppose you could always foster/socialize them while looking for a home for them.
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Post by: Dunrik on August 09, 2013, 02:44:31 PM
take a rag which has tiny holes, put it over the vacuum tube (using elastic bands or such) and vacuum away.


The rag will prevent your part from entering the vacuum....
Huh, thanks, will try that :happy:
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 09, 2013, 02:46:54 PM
Or walk around barefoot.  Surefire way of finding sharp parts.
I used to walk around the block on the road barefoot all the time.  Never had a problem.
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Post by: wissenlander on August 09, 2013, 02:57:41 PM
Post pictures!

I suppose you could always foster/socialize them while looking for a home for them.

I will.

My wife is now at the vet and cost for getting both fixed up is $450.  Not terrible, not great.  We just had a hot water heater installed yesterday, too.  Vet said there would be other cats, in reference to the hurt one (inside of his leg was ripped open, luckily no infection), but I can't let them put him to sleep.  Little guy is a scrapper.  So, considering that we're investing this much money and my wife misted up when thinking about putting him down we'll probably end up keeping them.  She left the decision up to me but didn't have the heart to let them do it.  Again, I'm such a softie.

We saved another cat about a year ago that we did the fostering thing for.  Turned out fine for all parties involved.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 09, 2013, 03:27:21 PM
Or walk around barefoot.  Surefire way of finding sharp parts.
I used to walk around the block on the road barefoot all the time.  Never had a problem.

But you did find a sharp part. How could you forget? You even spend a whole thread on this very Forum about it!  :icon_twisted:
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Post by: Sig on August 09, 2013, 03:48:41 PM
Sharp tart, Fidelis.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 09, 2013, 04:58:32 PM
Nice retart, Sig.  :icon_wink:
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 09, 2013, 06:50:01 PM
I am 100% sure I bought black primer two weeks ago ... can't find the damned thing now that I finally have time for painting ...  :eusa_wall: I've been looking forward to this the whole week ... aaaargh ...  :eusa_wall: With two kids and two cats things keep magically disappearing in this household.
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Post by: Gankom on August 09, 2013, 07:14:50 PM
Called for my cab today.  Same place I call every week, at the same time. They say their on the way, have a good day, all the usual stuff. Even use my first name since they know me by now. Twenty minutes later I wonder if theirs a problem. half hour later I call to ask, they say a cabs on its way. A solid hour goes by with no cab showing up.  By now I'm horribly late so I try calling one more time. They pleasantly inform me that they never recieved a call from me and don't know what I'm talking about. They suggest that I check that I called the right place. I casually inform them thats pretty likely as I used redial to call them this time. The operator tells me sorry, but I'm wrong. This is followed by dead silence as I hear someone in the background go, "Oh ya I had to pull the cab to that guys place. Did we not send another?". A bit less casually now I tell them, no. No they did not. They say they'll send me one when they get a chance and hang up.

So I think I'll be using a new company.
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Post by: Realjuan on August 09, 2013, 07:26:23 PM
For any chance did your white cat become black? If so, I think I know what happen to your prime.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 09, 2013, 07:38:53 PM
 :icon_lol:

As neither of them is pure white, it's difficult to tell.  :icon_lol:

At least, I am pretty sure I have only found multi-coloured paintings in the girls' rooms. And as far as I can see, they haven't redecorated walls or furniture in black. Too early for their goth phase, I suppose.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 12, 2013, 05:54:53 AM
Brake problem with my car. All my friends on vacation, nobody I could ask to give me a lift to the repair shop and back home.  :eusa_wall:

I hope I can go there by car (need to call the car mechanic first), and it is something he can easily fix.

Wish me luck!



Edit: Brake fluid leak. If a sudden brake failure had occured, ... no, I don't even want to think of what could have happened. In any case, my guardian angel has been busy recently.  :icon_wink: Seems I'm in for another day of speed painting as my car won't be fixed until this evening.
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Post by: Realjuan on August 12, 2013, 08:49:39 AM
This reminds me once, I borrow my parents car. Going slowly 10km/hour + a little left over rain on the road. I break, with no results. Almost had a bump/small crash. When I get home, and tell my mom she goes "Oohh yes, that car has not break fluid".

Well at least I had a special moment when I look at the girls eyes, and she looks at me and we know we going to crash. Sadly she did not say, she had always loved me or something nice.
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Post by: patsy02 on August 12, 2013, 09:04:59 PM
Your mother is trying to kill you.
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Post by: wissenlander on August 12, 2013, 09:22:16 PM
Glad you're safe Weib.  Had that happen once too and I was freaked out and yet thankful that I wasn't on the road.
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Post by: S.O.F on August 13, 2013, 02:15:21 AM
So last week I worked 50 hours and scored my first overtime (let alone a 40 hour week) in 4 years....today I was informed payroll made a 'mistake' thought I didn't put the 10 hour day on Friday and will put it in on the next pay period...lovely....they promise that it will still be time and a half but I have a feeling I will have to bitch when they finally do pay and it comes out as 'normal' hours again magically.
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Post by: Aldaris on August 13, 2013, 03:32:55 PM
Brake problem with my car. All my friends on vacation, nobody I could ask to give me a lift to the repair shop and back home.  :eusa_wall:

I hope I can go there by car (need to call the car mechanic first), and it is something he can easily fix.

Wish me luck!



Edit: Brake fluid leak. If a sudden brake failure had occured, ... no, I don't even want to think of what could have happened. In any case, my guardian angel has been busy recently.  :icon_wink: Seems I'm in for another day of speed painting as my car won't be fixed until this evening.

Shell out for ADAC membership. it's about 80 Euros per year, and when shit like this happens you'll be very happy you have it. They'll come by, look at the problem (and fix it on the spot if possible), tow you for free if need be and even will give you a free rental car to tide you over if something happens away from home. Check it out, if you have to be towed even once it'll cost you several years worth of membership fees.
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Post by: zifnab0 on August 15, 2013, 03:34:24 PM
Got in a car accident yesterday.  Nothing serious, but the other party's insurance will probably total my car ('99 Honda).  So now I have to go spend thousands of dollars on a new vehicle.  :icon_mad:
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Post by: oak_prince on August 15, 2013, 04:35:24 PM
So last week I worked 50 hours and scored my first overtime (let alone a 40 hour week) in 4 years....today I was informed payroll made a 'mistake' thought I didn't put the 10 hour day on Friday and will put it in on the next pay period...lovely....they promise that it will still be time and a half but I have a feeling I will have to bitch when they finally do pay and it comes out as 'normal' hours again magically.

I know how that game is played. And my work wonders why I turn down any driving-related jobs. Yeah, I'll get reimbursed for the gas... after two months... for about two-thirds of the miles I reported.
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Post by: stretch_135 on August 20, 2013, 01:59:44 AM
Totally not in the mood to be at work today - would far prefer to be putting hours into the Skaven Screaming Bell I've*finally* nearly finished.
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Post by: Kirgan on August 22, 2013, 11:58:08 PM
I was absolutely right about my ex, Now I am going at other theme  :happy:
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 23, 2013, 07:59:49 PM
was suppose to go to ocean city this weekend but my ride had to flake out on my because work just threw another game at him (he works for EA)
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Post by: Sig on August 25, 2013, 01:48:50 AM
Anticlimactic end to the Ashes. Hopefully better weather over Christmas.
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Post by: Midaski on August 25, 2013, 07:49:33 PM
Anticlimactic end to the Ashes. Hopefully better weather over Christmas.

Well now,  who spoke too early ....................  :engel:

Great stuff by Clarke and then stupidity by the umpires ...............
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Post by: Sig on August 25, 2013, 08:55:45 PM
Haha, fair enough. Still would have been nice to had a proper 5 days. If Clarke had decided to we would have just batted out the day, yawn...

Bit disappointed with England's negative tactics day 2/3 to be honest, the series was won so why not make a game of it?
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Post by: Midaski on August 25, 2013, 09:12:10 PM
Haha, fair enough. Still would have been nice to had a proper 5 days. If Clarke had decided to we would have just batted out the day, yawn...

Bit disappointed with England's negative tactics day 2/3 to be honest, the series was won so why not make a game of it?

Yep
That's why I said "well played" to Clarke     :engel:
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Post by: towishimp on August 25, 2013, 09:34:49 PM
I love when you guys talk about crickett...I understand only every fifth word or so and the rest is meaningless. 
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Post by: Sig on August 25, 2013, 09:59:07 PM
It's an acquired taste I think.

Looking forward to the series in a few months. A real test of both teams.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 26, 2013, 08:45:47 AM
Why do I have to pay 20 quid to renew my driving license!

It had better arrive in an envelope made of gold.
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Post by: Walt von Ark on August 27, 2013, 07:24:27 AM
What? they send it to you? Lucky bastard!
It's going to cost me 50 euro, and i'll have to make an appointment to apply for it and then come back a week later to get it myself!
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 27, 2013, 08:44:49 AM
Oh! That puts things in perspective!
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Post by: BAWTRM on August 27, 2013, 09:09:33 AM
What? they send it to you? Lucky bastard!
It's going to cost me 50 euro, and i'll have to make an appointment to apply for it and then come back a week later to get it myself!

'Only' €38,50 for me in my municipality but mine is not up for renewal until the end of 2015, I'm sure the price will have gone up by then. :)
At least I'll get an actual card then, I'm still carrying one of those paper rags in my wallet!
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Post by: Walt von Ark on August 27, 2013, 12:06:29 PM
yeah it differs quit a lot from town to town in the Netherlands.
I really need a new one, as mine is starting to resemble an unreadable pink pile of papermache.
Just 2 trips to our municipality 10 k's away and 50 euro's is been keeping me from doing it!
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Post by: BAWTRM on August 27, 2013, 07:39:25 PM
Indeed. And opening times can be a pain as well. I work all day so I can only visit the municipality office in the evening, which is just one day in the week.

It's not too bad, at least they're open for appointments the whole day, every day of the week. The previous municipality I lived in was open only a few hours on certain days. And they wondered why people were so grumpy standing in these long lines at impractical hours....
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Post by: towishimp on August 27, 2013, 08:23:55 PM
Your driver's licenses are issued by your municipality?  That seems odd to me.  In the US, they are issued by the state.  Seems like having the rules differ for each city seems like it'd be a nightmare!
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 27, 2013, 11:11:30 PM
Depends on what do you mean by rules? Driver's licences are handed out by the municipalities, and they may have different rates etc.; however,  the conditions for being elligible to get a driver's licence are the same.
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Post by: towishimp on August 27, 2013, 11:32:13 PM
Depends on what do you mean by rules? Driver's licences are handed out by the municipalities, and they may have different rates etc.; however,  the conditions for being elligible to get a driver's licence are the same.

That's not so bad, then.  In the states, all the rules are set by each state, so the cost and look of the license are uniform.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 29, 2013, 07:13:42 PM
my uncle had a liver transplant last night.  It didnt go so well.  Everyone in boston came to say goodbye to him today before he took himself off life support. He just pulled the plug and passed.  His eldest daughter is in VA and getting married in 2 weeks.  She didnt get to talk to him as far as I know.  She's upset.
 :|
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 29, 2013, 07:33:00 PM
I am sorry for your loss Feanor.
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Post by: Mogsam on August 29, 2013, 07:56:10 PM
I just read a Tennyson quote from a German friend and made a comment about how he wrote it where I live. Didn't read the bit in German where it says bad things happened and please don't write on this post because something died.

Foot =/ Mouth
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Post by: wissenlander on August 30, 2013, 09:15:38 AM
Condolences for your loss, Feanor.
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Post by: Finlay on August 30, 2013, 11:18:36 AM
It's an acquired taste I think.

Looking forward to the series in a few months. A real test of both teams.
I’m not sure I buy into the “Australia are close to being as good as england” rhetoric… basically cook and trott are both in rough patches of form and that was the only reason it was kept close.

Hopefully Harris recovers from his injury, makes the series much more even.
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Post by: Sig on August 30, 2013, 11:32:45 AM
That's true, but Michael Clarke and Warner (should have copped a life ban) are both out of form too. We won't be preparing spinning decks like your guys did for Swann (your best bowler), and you'll have a hostile crowd. England are definitely the better team but we all know Aus won the third test and the fifth could have gone either way. It was a good series. England never cruised.

For me the guy to watch is Root. If he can get his act together he can be world class. Really exciting prospect. Compared to a loser like Phil Hughes especially.

If your bowlers fire we'll lose. If they don't, it'll be a fun series. Anderson needs his mojo back for an England win down here assuming fast non turning pitches. Be interesting to see if Bell keeps his form too, I don't rate him honestly from his earlier performances, but that would be easily compensated for by Pieterson making a comeback too. Love watching him fired up.
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Post by: Finlay on August 30, 2013, 11:41:00 AM
That's true, but Michael Clarke and Warner (should have copped a life ban) are both out of form too. We won't be preparing spinning decks like your guys did for Swann (your best bowler), and you'll have a hostile crowd. England are definitely the better team but we all know Aus won the third test and the fifth could have gone either way. It was a good series. England never cruised.

For me the guy to watch is Root. If he can get his act together he can be world class. Really exciting prospect. Compared to a loser like Phil Hughes especially.

If your bowlers fire we'll lose. If they don't, it'll be a fun series. Anderson needs his mojo back for an England win down here assuming fast non turning pitches. Be interesting to see if Bell keeps his form too, I don't rate him honestly from his earlier performances, but that would be easily compensated for by Pieterson making a comeback too. Love watching him fired up.
If you make seaming pitches, it will help our attack as well as your own

Bell 14th all time englishman in runs, 7th all time in test centuries! He's really come into it. Been good for a while now, as long as not facing saed ajmal who he can't pick.

I didn’t think the series was that good as neither side was really playing well, and as you said the slow and defensive nature of England at times was bad.
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Post by: Sig on August 30, 2013, 11:52:56 AM
Seaming helps us more than you though. Without Swann your attack is pretty weak with Anderson out of form. Amazing if he gets it back though, lovely to watch. Nathan Lyon can't spin so it doesn't hurt him if we don't prepare for him! Maybe his slow ball will be a little faster.

I enjoyed the series for the moments it dished up. Agar's 98, the 14 run win. Amazing. Beautiful knocks from Root and Watson. Some sweet wickets from Anderson, unplayable. Broad in game 4. The exposure of DRS as a crock of shit and proving India right.

It wasn't a great series but I thought it was good, had the moments that make test cricket shine often enough for me. I can see that someone frustrated by the weather, umpires and weakness of both sides' top orders could go the other way though. As an Aussie it was closer than expected so maybe that influences it for me.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 30, 2013, 10:04:42 PM
thank you everyone.  Funeral is next week.  Road trip to Boston with my family.  Wish I was visiting on more pleasant circumstances.
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Post by: Sig on August 30, 2013, 11:59:49 PM
Was this the uncle you were previously thinking of living with?
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 31, 2013, 01:27:24 AM
no but they do share the same first name.  When I heard that Uncle Timmy was literally on his deathbed I wasnt sure which one they were talking about.  I am actually going to try and catch a ride with the one I almost ended up moving in with.  If I cant get a ride I'll be taking a train.
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Post by: Sig on August 31, 2013, 01:59:32 AM
Sorry dude.
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Post by: wissenlander on September 14, 2013, 12:24:34 PM
Right eye swollen, nearly closed.  Poison ivy is the cause.  Went to the doctor and got a prescription, but the pharmacy didn't get to it yesterday so it's worse.
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Post by: Sig on September 14, 2013, 12:46:30 PM
Ugh, hope it gets better soon mate.
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Post by: wissenlander on September 14, 2013, 12:53:45 PM
Not that big a deal in the grand scheme of things.  Just another medical expense. 

How's your little guy doing?
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Post by: Sig on September 14, 2013, 01:07:22 PM
He's ok I think thanks. Doesn't sleep right now though, going to see a paediatrician soon to make sure it's just reflux and nothing sinister. He seems happy, smiles a lot. Talks using his nonsense baby language. I spend too much time at work away from him though.
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Post by: wissenlander on September 14, 2013, 01:44:45 PM
Glad to here.  Kaleb had a bit of gas, don't think it was reflux, though.  It really affected his sleep.  Putting him on an incline seemed to help a lot. 
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Post by: Finlay on September 14, 2013, 04:09:30 PM
Violet had reflux and was quite bad for a bit, but fine now.
Ellie's even able to get he to sleep, so we've got our evenings back.
Now only if she slept through,,,
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Post by: Sig on September 14, 2013, 04:13:10 PM
Daniel won't sleep during the day/evening unless you hold him. Mum said I did the same thing.
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Post by: Finlay on September 14, 2013, 04:38:51 PM
Same as violet (until very recently)

Bit of a pain!

Crying because they're tired, but not sleep because they're crying, is the most annoying thing kids do
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Post by: wissenlander on September 14, 2013, 05:27:17 PM
Daniel won't sleep during the day/evening unless you hold him. Mum said I did the same thing.

So it's your fault. :wink:
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Post by: S.O.F on September 15, 2013, 06:24:31 AM
That Badger game end was awful.....
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Post by: BAWTRM on September 15, 2013, 08:23:06 AM
That Badger game end was awful.....

Let me guess, there was a mushroom and a snake.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 16, 2013, 04:45:49 AM
I've just discovered the only disadvantage of living in a purely female household. Leonie woke up screaming like hell because there was a huuuuuuge spider at the wall above her head. When I rushed into the room, the beast had already hidden beneath the bed. I haven't found it yet!  :Ohmy:

So we just closed the door and I will have to go in there and find it as soon as the girls are at school.  :ph34r:



P.S. I dread spiders myself, especially these disgusting huge ones we have in our garden.  :eusa_sick: :eusa_sick: :eusa_sick:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 16, 2013, 08:58:27 AM
I've just discovered the only disadvantage of living in a purely female household. Leonie woke up screaming like hell because there was a huuuuuuge spider at the wall above her head. When I rushed into the room, the beast had already hidden beneath the bed. I haven't found it yet!  :Ohmy:

So we just closed the door and I will have to go in there and find it as soon as the girls are at school.  :ph34r:



P.S. I dread spiders myself, especially these disgusting huge ones we have in our garden.  :eusa_sick: :eusa_sick: :eusa_sick:


I've got one word for you : MOUSE !
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 16, 2013, 10:59:37 AM
No problem! I have two cats.  :biggriin:
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 16, 2013, 11:32:36 AM
Won't the cats eat the spider?
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Post by: Midaski on September 16, 2013, 12:08:03 PM
Won't the cats eat the spider?

............. that wriggled and jiggled and tickled inside her ....................


Old lady,
fly,
spider
bird
cat
etc etc ..............


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8a13-JbxC98

or Burl Ives original ...... eventually ........
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiESiO6tLM8

 :engel:
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Post by: phillyt on September 16, 2013, 08:43:40 PM
So it is looking like I will need to get sinus surgery again.  I had the surgery last December, but will need to do it a second time since my passage is blocked again.  I have felt pretty good for the 6 months after the first surgery.

The worst part is that the surgery is the second worst part.  I will need to pay $750 out of pocket.  Taken alone, that wouldn't be an issue.  But with my son only 2 months away, thats another $1500 out of pocket.  Add that I locked in to buy the PS4 for $300 more and I need about $1000 in dental work by next summer, and the Estabrook household will be empty of any additional spending money for quite a while.
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Post by: wissenlander on September 16, 2013, 09:57:37 PM
That stinks man.  Similar medical expense financial issues on my end as well.  Also baby related.  Oh yeah, I should go post that part in the happy thread...
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 17, 2013, 06:55:27 AM
Don't you guys have health insurance by now ?
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Post by: wissenlander on September 17, 2013, 09:08:47 AM
Changes, but nothing that would change what we're talking about as far as I know.
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Post by: stretch_135 on September 19, 2013, 12:41:51 AM
Sitting at work, contemplating the fact that painting a Land Raider would be far more productive than arguing with SAP administrators right now.
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Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 23, 2013, 07:50:07 AM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-24193167 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-24193167)

Well Germany has voted and sadly all the minor parties have lost votes and none of the newcomers made it into the parliament due the 5 % threshold.

I think we have yet another big coalition coming up with yet another 4 years of comfy policies that at some point will  create a real mess for the German economy.
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Post by: Finlay on September 23, 2013, 08:00:55 AM
Not a fan of the Merkel?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on September 23, 2013, 09:13:42 AM
No......I think she is a fantastic politician that excels in staying in power but doing lots of wrong choices and lots of 170° turns....180° would bring her back exactly where she was but she manages to just take the topics of the opposition and look like it was her idea in the first place....first she was pro EU then she stated that Germany has to look after its own interests then again another package for Greece. Same with the environment policy....pro industry...lengthening the nuclear power plant running times, then bam! nuclear power gone from Germany. Her policies are populistic but even though I am sure her experts tell her about the problems she is more concerned to keep the voters happy which seems to work out perfectly. She also manages to get rid of all competition in her own party, coalition partners and even the opposition leaving a bunch of yay sayers to keep her company.

I am pretty sure she will get the social democrats into a great coalition again and in doing so and making them look bad all the time make bad policies and have someone ready to blame. I hope that should the social democrats don´t make for easy partners and yay sayers as the liberals were.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 26, 2013, 12:37:05 PM
Either I'm paranoid, or I look weird.

I went into a bakery this lunchtime to get some bread. I asked for a loaf and the woman looked at me as if to say, "what the hell are you doing buying bread in this bakery."

 :icon_confused:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: DariusZero on September 26, 2013, 01:02:37 PM
Either I'm paranoid, or I look weird.

I went into a bakery this lunchtime to get some bread. I asked for a loaf and the woman looked at me as if to say, "what the hell are you doing buying bread in this bakery."

 :icon_confused:

It could be you reminded her of someone and she was looking at you wondering about this. She might have had the the same thoughts as you have.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 26, 2013, 01:10:19 PM
Perhaps you're not classy enough?  You should go back tomorrow with your top hat and monocle. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 26, 2013, 01:16:00 PM
Don't aim too high.

Were you wearing a shirt and/or shoes?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 26, 2013, 01:49:23 PM
Either I'm paranoid, or I look weird.

I went into a bakery this lunchtime to get some bread. I asked for a loaf and the woman looked at me as if to say, "what the hell are you doing buying bread in this bakery."

 :icon_confused:

Were you wearing any shoes?


*damn sig beat me to it*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 26, 2013, 02:24:42 PM
Either I'm paranoid, or I look weird.


Don't limit yourself .............. it could be both            :engel:

Get INNNNNNNNN.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 26, 2013, 03:11:45 PM
She probably thought you asked for loafers....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 26, 2013, 03:51:53 PM
Well, looks like my water heater has been leaking into the unit beneath me.  Water may be shut down for my unit for the next 3-4 days.   :icon_mad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 26, 2013, 10:32:01 PM
It was probably just my imagination.  :unsure:


Were you wearing a shirt and/or shoes?

This is admittedly a fair question, but as it happens I was!


I don't think I'll try wearing the hat and monocle though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on September 26, 2013, 10:49:28 PM
I don't think I'll try wearing the hat and monocle though.

Shame. You're liable to get a free loaf of bread just for classiness alone.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 26, 2013, 10:49:39 PM
Just got a quote for $4500 in dental work for a couple crowns, an extraction and a bone graft.  All of this stems from impact damage to the roots of my teeth on my upper right area.  Dental insurance is picking up a big $500!  Hell yeah!

Just canceled my PS4 pre-order, took a stipended position at school, and asked for more shifts as a butcher. 

Combined with my son coming in two months, and the potential to have to redo my sinus, my out of pocket expenses will be around $7500.

Thanks Obama.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 26, 2013, 10:55:12 PM
Shit!

Im glad I live in the UK.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 26, 2013, 11:10:34 PM
But this is the greatest country in the world Finley!  I mean, I make 50% over the average income for my State, I only have one child right now, of course I have the better part of 10k to through at medical expenses!

Scary isn't it?  And I have pretty good medical coverage as far as the US goes and we are in the middle class.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 26, 2013, 11:20:56 PM
Rofl at your dental insurance. Wouldn't you be better off not buying it and just banking the money for a rainy day?

Sucks about the damage. Sure you don't want a second opinion before forking out that dough?

You know it's cheaper to get on a flight to Thailand and get the work done there. There's a whole industry around it that even Aussies use because it's still cheaper.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 26, 2013, 11:27:16 PM
What I was quoted was three crowns, two bridges, and a bone graft plus an extraction.

I am going in to get some optional plans.  I am hoping to get the extraction, then a partial plate just to not look like a hill billy.  I can look at a bridge next year when I don't have all the other stuff going on.

My dental insurance pays $1000 a year.  I already used $500!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 26, 2013, 11:28:02 PM
Feel your pain (at least financially), Phil.  Pretty much shamtastic all the way around.  Obvious statement is obvious, but our healthcare system needs more work.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 26, 2013, 11:30:04 PM
I wasn't joking about Thailand. Massively popular.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 26, 2013, 11:37:12 PM
You said it Wiss!

Sig:  It is actually quite a popular option for Americans too.  Likewise, lots of people are going to Mexico for knee operations and other joint surgeries.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 26, 2013, 11:41:15 PM
For all the talk, Australia's dental public options are really weak. It's the major area not well looked after by the government, presumably because so much is elective/lifestyle related. There are huge out of pocket expenses here after you use up your limits.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 26, 2013, 11:53:29 PM
It is really the same here.  As a teacher, I don't even get a dental plan.  We have to buy a secondary plan for stupid prices.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: DariusZero on September 27, 2013, 07:02:53 AM
I'm in the same boat. My dentist wanted to give me porcelain crowns all over my teeth, one costing 400€! for four I would need 1600€. I had to decline. Now I will try to negotiate with her to give my teeth the semi-plastic inllays, which are 100% covered by the state med.insurance. Why are dentist such a greedy profession anyway?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 27, 2013, 11:33:13 AM
They have you over the barrel!

A crown here runs upwards of $1200...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 27, 2013, 01:35:36 PM
Dental stuff isn’t covered by the NHs here either, unless you are young or old or especially poor. Which is why I haven’t been to the dentist for I’d say maybe 8 years! But my teeth are fucking awesome. (touchwood)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on September 27, 2013, 02:00:12 PM
Which is why I haven’t been to the dentist for I’d say maybe 8 years! But my teeth are fucking awesome. (touchwood)

Impossible! You're English! Don't destroy my stereotypes!

(http://www.examiner.com/images/blog/wysiwyg/image/Austin_Powers.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 27, 2013, 02:04:02 PM
well, nto going to the dentist for 8 years probably fits!

but I had braces as a teen, and never had fillings or anything.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 27, 2013, 02:09:16 PM
I had medication as a child that ruined the enamel on my teeth, leading to a delightful future of dental investment.

In addition, I fractured my skull in my upper right near my gumline.  With my deep roots, it has led to deep root damage and sinus issues.

Thanks boxing Obama
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 27, 2013, 02:10:56 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/sierragulf27/IXAcRGw_zpsb02b5223.gif) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/sierragulf27/media/IXAcRGw_zpsb02b5223.gif.html)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on September 27, 2013, 02:14:32 PM
LOL that one is awesome!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on September 27, 2013, 04:12:00 PM
Well for that price, I would suggest go to Colombia have a good time, learn to dance salsa, and last day go to a dentist. Everything will probably cost less than what you said.

Dentist work and plastic surgeries are cheap and great in Colombia :S

But blaming Obama is what the cool kids are doing now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 27, 2013, 04:30:11 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/sierragulf27/IXAcRGw_zpsb02b5223.gif) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/sierragulf27/media/IXAcRGw_zpsb02b5223.gif.html)
I can't help but think of a few sex jokes from watching this...  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on September 27, 2013, 05:24:24 PM
My roommate has what's considered good insurance(city employee), and she's getting dental work done overseas.

I just got dinged almost 2K for a very quick ultrasound. Ouchouchouch.

Thanks Obama!

On the plus side, I hear the Curiosity Rover is taking some pretty cool pictures of Mars.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on September 28, 2013, 03:43:53 PM
On the plus side, I hear the Curiosity Rover is taking some pretty cool pictures of Mars.

Not to mention it apparently found water in the soil! Though that doesn't belong here in here, fantastic scientific discoveries should be in the happy thread.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 30, 2013, 07:29:37 PM
I lost my backpack a while ago. It was kinda annoying but no big deal, main loss was headphones.

but now I can't find my 32GB USB stick, which I kept in my pc Desk drawers, and have a sneaking suspicion that perhaps I left it in my backpack due to Ted continually fiddling with it from my drawers.

so spend money to replace it
it has stuff on I want to use now
and I used it as back up drive, so maybe had amongst god knows what else on there, pictures of my dad (although I think mum has copies of these, and also that they're on my tablet).

annoyed I didn't have a copy of whatever was on it on this computer, annoyed I had moved it away from ted, and annoyed I lost my bag.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 30, 2013, 07:39:50 PM
If this government shutdown happens I'll be out of a job.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: b0007452 on September 30, 2013, 07:49:31 PM
Sooooo had a pretty rough summer with my girlfriend. We'd been together 3 and a half years and then last Saturday she told me she wanted a break for her final year of university. I protested but eventually said you know if that's how you feel I can't change that, she told me she hadn't stopped caring she just wanted some time and space and that nothing would really change for us. Had a great week where without the label of a relationship, we were getting on better than we had done in the last year or so.

I took her out for a meal Friday and then stayed over as she was going back to university that Saturday. I woke up in the morning and her phone went off, I went to pass it to her and a dirty text from somebody else was on the screen. I confronted her over the matter and she'd slept with someone the Wednesday in between. It took 4 days for her to sleep with someone else after more than 3 years, even while she was still seeing me. Plus she said she was never going to tell me if I hadn't seen the text.

Needless to say I was pretty crushed and worthless. Don't really feel it was particularly fair on her part and I'm not really sure what to do now :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on September 30, 2013, 09:28:04 PM
Don't worry bud, i'm 34 now,,,, looking back at Uni days when I was 18-22 , no relationships lasted. Seriously focus on something like a hobby and work, bury yourself in personal achievement, and know that when you hit 25-30 , the odds and dating game reverses in mens favour.

Women have all the power at your age mate. They lord their poontang round , and it's what men want, lol. By the time their maternal instincts kick in, 25-30+ they all start wanting to settle down, and single men with good salaries always win out.

I had a crushing heart break when I was young, very similar to your story... I couldn't believe she would sleep with someone behind my back etc.

It's hard to see the signs when you are wrapped up in a woman. Best advice from me is to think objectively, realise you will get over it with time, and don't waste any time dwelling on it. Internet dating will bag you a fine bird at any time in the future, and for now, get the degree you need , the job, and play the field aii
 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on September 30, 2013, 09:30:36 PM
Just to add , all my mates are hooked up now.. but when you have a good salary and some experience, you can select a younger model. I have a friend who is with a girl 10 years his junior. I'm telling you, it all makes sense as you get into your 30's.

Good night
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 30, 2013, 09:43:07 PM
good posts chormundley.

I think the "lets have a break thing" is her basically getting permission, or rather giving herself permission, to sleep around, while also keeping you around for other hook ups and emotional needs.
I would guess that perhaps she was messing around at uni, perhaps over the last year (hence you not getting on, I guess you are in a different town)

It sucks, but at least you're young, right?
and going out for 3.5 years, not getting on for one- sounds like you're better off out of it.

Good luck and chin up!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 30, 2013, 09:52:13 PM
Yeah time to give her the boot mate. Don't feel worthless, please, whatever you do because this says much more about her than it does you.

Listen to Chumley, he's not sugar coating it but his experiences do certainly match mine.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: towishimp on September 30, 2013, 10:11:15 PM
Yeah time to give her the boot mate. Don't feel worthless, please, whatever you do because this says much more about her than it does you.

This.  Her cheating on you says exactly nothing about your self worth; it says volumes about hers, though.  I know it hurts (happened to me, too, and I was married to her), but chalk it up as a lesson learned and work on moving on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: b0007452 on September 30, 2013, 10:51:57 PM
Cheers guys, much appreciated.

You've all said very similar things to what my friends have been saying, it's a difficult thing to do but hopefully things will turn out positive.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 01, 2013, 07:14:49 AM
I was crushed by a girl when I was 18 ,

beautiful thing she was, the best looking girl in our sixth form people would say, out of 200,

she went off with another guy, behind my back...

I was devastated,

The irony is , I saw her and her sister the other day in a shop, and her skin complexion is aged, she looks a shadow of my memory, and it leaves you wondering why you were even bothered!

Time is brutal to women!

Get your 2:1 degree, then book 4 weeks in Thailand with a friend,

lol

Trust me, just get on a plane with no plan, you'll see women that will blow your mind,  :::cheers:::

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 01, 2013, 07:38:04 AM
The irony is , I saw her and her sister the other day in a shop, and her skin complexion is aged, she looks a shadow of my memory, and it leaves you wondering why you were even bothered!

Ah, she smoked then? I know quite a lot of girls like that. All smoked, all look like crap nowadays. While the ones that didn't smoke still look fine.

Added Thailand advice: Check if it's really a girl!  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 01, 2013, 08:26:29 AM
Added Thailand advice: Check if it's really a girl!  :icon_wink:

But what if he self-identifies as a girl?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 01, 2013, 08:36:21 AM
Politely comment that you don't identify him/her as a girl.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 01, 2013, 08:41:36 AM
 :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 01, 2013, 09:13:47 AM
The irony is , I saw her and her sister the other day in a shop, and her skin complexion is aged, she looks a shadow of my memory, and it leaves you wondering why you were even bothered!

Ah, she smoked then? I know quite a lot of girls like that. All smoked, all look like crap nowadays. While the ones that didn't smoke still look fine.

Added Thailand advice: Check if it's really a girl!  :icon_wink:

Yep she smokes!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on October 03, 2013, 10:35:33 AM
Windows 8 annoys me with its stupid apps and its side-scrolling screens.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 03, 2013, 10:59:11 AM
A few of my mates have said windows 8 is pants also

i'm running a 5 year old dual core 3.2 Gig machine, with 4 gig ram, 64 bit windows 7, and a fat graphics card, and probably need to get a new PC soon,

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: DariusZero on October 04, 2013, 03:20:39 PM
I dropped one demigryph knight from a one meter high and it bent/half broke the spike on the demi's head plate and the halberd hand fell of completely. Luckily no other damage came across, and I could successfully glue everything back so it looks just like before, but I sure  got scared there  for a second.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 12, 2013, 07:36:31 PM
What an utterly shite day.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: theorox on October 12, 2013, 07:42:18 PM
What an utterly shite day.

What an utterly shite post. ;)

Just kidding man, but tell us what's up! You can't go all "15-yearold Facebook drama queen" on us by posting cryptic complaints like that!

Theo
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 12, 2013, 08:12:36 PM
I was more just venting, and it wasn't THAT bad really...

both my kids were pests, my wife is ill, I lost at hockey, and then saw tonight the summer school she works at is randomly running for 2 months instead of 1, her bosses didnt mention it, but means she (and kids) will be away from home for 2 months and its a huge hassle of accomodation, visiting them etc.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 12, 2013, 08:34:58 PM
Sorry to read that Finlay.  Ho have a beer or two, or treat yourself to something fun.
(http://michiganjournal.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/parks-and-rec-treat-yo-self.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on October 12, 2013, 09:01:02 PM
What an utter shite day ..no wont say more.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on October 19, 2013, 01:44:37 AM
My pay is 4 days late, I have CQ from 00:00 to 03:00, the food here is shite when I can get it at all, my barracks smell like piss, Reception battalion is he most boring depressing place I have ever been, I am broke, I might have to go to fucking Korea, which is on lockdown again because someone decided to do something stupid and this weekend seems to suck already. All of my unhappy and random thoughts a once.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on October 20, 2013, 03:11:16 PM
Lots of little things are going wrong.

I wish I knew in advance that my company's -current city- branch would subject me to weeks of telephone/e-mail tag, lose the letter of recommendation sent by -old city- branch, make me re-apply, and then stick me with an extremely undesirable shift. Or that a half-hour spent with some ultrasound tech with a tech school degree would cost me over a grand. Or that the cat would get sick.

I'd have just stayed in -old city-. Moved in with my dad.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 01, 2013, 11:02:25 AM
I fucking hate DIY.

Use 8mm drill bit, 8mm wall plug, and size 10 or 12 screws, according to Instructions.

Size 10 screws don't work, the wall plug twists instead of the screw going in

Test with a 12 screw, it works and it's fixed so securely I have to use plier to hold wall plug still to get the screw out.

Now trying size 12 screws and they won't go in properly on any of the Wall plugs.

HOW IS THAT EVEN POSSIBLE
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on November 01, 2013, 11:46:50 AM
I give money to people and they do it themselves. DIT works much better for me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on November 01, 2013, 11:50:04 AM
I’m Scottish! It should have been like a 30 minute job anyway. I just have no idea why the screws don’t work in the right size wallplugs.

Ah well, my “handy” colleague is back from holiday on Monday so I can do it then.
I’m just impatient for my 32 inch hd smart tv with miracast and usb recording. Since Ted smashed our old 32 inch one (which was fuxed with pixel burn anyway).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on November 01, 2013, 12:14:51 PM
Reinforcing stereotypes  ::heretic::

My boss is Scottish and she spends like mad, but always bitches that her husband is a cheap scot.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gunman006 on November 13, 2013, 12:46:37 PM
Lost $4000 due to failure in the routine of the government directorate I was working with, their "machine stamp" or whatever didn't work so they had to send it do another directorate which had a functioning machine only problem was that the people that directorate are lazy bastards with no interdirectorate cordination whatsoever so they used 3 weeks to get the approvals I needed which was only supposed to take 1 day.

Hate overregulating bureaucracies  :icon_evil:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on November 13, 2013, 07:08:32 PM
Just dropped my phone and broke the screen.  It is fractured and still usable but a mess.  $169 for an insurance replacement... I can't upgrade until May 2014.

DAMN!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 13, 2013, 07:19:35 PM
That sucks.

You could try selling it on ebay as the "Spiderman Edition" though!
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on November 13, 2013, 07:22:07 PM
There are lots of screen replacement places these days. Check out one of those, since the phone itself doesn't seem to be broken.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on November 13, 2013, 07:59:15 PM
Drat! Thought the new XCOM expansion was out already, bought it on steam, was looking forward to a fun evening and then noticed the fact that it's only released in 2 days time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on November 13, 2013, 09:11:55 PM
That sucks.

You could try selling it on ebay as the "Spiderman Edition" though!
 :::cheers:::

Awesome sauce!

I did however do a little checking about screen replacement and that is only $40, so I am going that route.  I am very satisfied with the 4s and not interested in trading in even in May when it comes up!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on November 25, 2013, 02:42:01 PM
I am an ass.
Went out and was extremely lucky to meet a bunch of pretty girls. I was having a great time with one, and suddenly I kissed her friend. Of course everything went down the drain, and now I am totally disappointing in me.  :eusa_wall:

Worst part is that although she was mad, she did not slapped the hell out of me like I deserved. I have missed my chances with some great girls for being stupid or coward in the recent years that I am a little worried.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on November 30, 2013, 01:34:16 AM
I am an ass.
Went out and was extremely lucky to meet a bunch of pretty girls. I was having a great time with one, and suddenly I kissed her friend. Of course everything went down the drain, and now I am totally disappointing in me.  :eusa_wall:

Worst part is that although she was mad, she did not slapped the hell out of me like I deserved. I have missed my chances with some great girls for being stupid or coward in the recent years that I am a little worried.

You've got to have some bros watching your back and keeping the target girl's friends busy next time.

The lone wolf dies, the pack survives.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on November 30, 2013, 11:14:33 AM
:eusa_clap: Great reply, you even made me smile. :biggriin:

I will sure take your advise and go with a friend tonight, it cant go worst.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on December 05, 2013, 12:54:39 AM
How quickly have England gone from #1 test side to an utter shambles.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on December 05, 2013, 04:43:24 AM
They're doing ok. Just out of form. Looking good right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 05, 2013, 05:53:32 AM
Sleep...eludes me...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 06, 2013, 03:32:57 PM
Well, my happy thought about my lower half was premature.

Turns out I won the lottery again, it's not skeletal (as I knew, which made me happy), nor is it fixable with physio (which I thought it would be).

Doctors words: It'll either get better on it's own, or it's there to stay. It is a documented issue, but there is no known treatment.

Well fuck. I was getting tired of being a cripple.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 06, 2013, 03:47:00 PM
Go and see two other doctors preferrably younger ones.....they can also be hot and female but they don´t have to be.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on December 06, 2013, 04:13:26 PM
Sorry to hear that, I hope its the "better on it's own" type or that a fix is found soon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on December 07, 2013, 12:24:16 PM
Went to a concert (Dying Fetus, Hypocrisy and Heaven Shall Burn... yeah!) with my best friend - and she broke her clavicle while crowdsurfing.

Hospital was not exactly what we had in mind for that evening.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on December 07, 2013, 12:33:25 PM
Went to a concert (Dying Fetus, Hypocrisy and Heaven Shall Burn... yeah!) with my best friend - and she broke her clavicle while crowdsurfing.

Hospital was not exactly what we had in mind for that evening.

"Best Friend"  :icon_question:  "She"     :icon_question:

Either Fandir has had a sex change or he's going to be really upset .....................

 :engel:

PS:  What did you have in mind?

 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 07, 2013, 01:22:42 PM
Just one word..... butter
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on December 07, 2013, 01:27:25 PM
Cooking is an exciting night?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on December 07, 2013, 03:33:36 PM
"Best Friend"  :icon_question:  "She"     :icon_question:

Either Fandir has had a sex change or he's going to be really upset .....................

 :engel:

She'd win by seniority alone. We've been friends for 15 years.
 :wink:

PS:  What did you have in mind?

Something that did not involve hospitals would have been ideal.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on December 08, 2013, 09:08:00 PM
English cricket pundits have to be the worst in the world. The absolute vitriol when their team does badly, and ridiculous praise when they do even slightly competently, is nauseating. The comments from Boycott and Vaughan this match have been disgraceful - and then they became almost glowing when they got 6-~270 on a flat deck? Piss off.

Piers Morgan tweeted some absolute rubbish about getting rid of Cook, and the Aussie commentators were rolling about laughing suggesting he have a 30 minute net session with Johnson before rubbishing their captain.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on December 11, 2013, 03:23:14 PM
Skin infections are not pretty, especially if you have one covering your entire face...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on December 12, 2013, 03:02:37 AM
I really hate my Batttalion... I think I've gotten off before 6 o'clock once since i've been here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 23, 2013, 07:14:56 PM
Things my ears don't want to hear:  The girls are playing upstairs with friends. One of them enters the room saying: "Hello, I'm Justin Bieber, where's the party?" *screeeeeeeeeeech*   ::heretic::



It is about time they watch Wolverine or X-men with me to take a look at Hugh Jackman.  :closed-eyes:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 28, 2013, 05:22:33 PM
Our movie fu is weak. They've had to interrupt the movie three times already because the sound system doesn't work properly. Last attempt. If the error occurs again, we'll get free tickets for another day.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on December 30, 2013, 08:04:48 PM
recapping since this summer...

not getting anywhere yet with the hobby/gaming/spare bedroom.. kids are in a program now with family counseling/coaching.. last 2 weeks are crap because my girl friend is doing massive overtime due to an event called Serious Request in our town and because of the christmas holiday working at mcdonalds so I hardly see her. Working on christmas eve, 2nd christmas day and afternoon/evening tomorrow till it closes for newyears eve.
And my work is kiling me slowly now aswell.. 3h a day commute.. not really getting any serious work done either by systems not running properly or just not having the correct booking codes to do the work for..

I've been lurking around here somewhat especially to read the mainly sexist jokes, but I really want things to smooth out again so I can spend some time again on my favorite hobby..
But you have not lost me yet!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on December 30, 2013, 08:07:51 PM
Good to hear and I wish you luck that things will improve next year!

 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 03, 2014, 01:14:27 PM
Why shoes are rubbish:

I was wearing some new shoes today, and after ten minutes of walking the left one had rubbed some skin off my Achilles tendon, actually drawing blood. But they fit fine and I even had socks on!  :icon_evil:

Stupid shoes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 03, 2014, 01:38:26 PM
I wonder what would happen if I just did my 4 mile run without shoes...  ::heretic::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 03, 2014, 01:43:45 PM
I wonder what would happen if I just did my 4 mile run without shoes...  ::heretic::

It would be fine! I run without shoes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 03, 2014, 02:04:55 PM
On gravel?  :-o
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 03, 2014, 02:09:08 PM
Ha ha, not on gravel! That's not a good idea.

It's fine on pavement, grass or normal ground though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on January 03, 2014, 10:42:58 PM
3h a day commute
1,5 hours both ways? Either way, that sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on January 03, 2014, 11:30:46 PM
3h a day commute
1,5 hours both ways? Either way, that sucks.

yeah, and that is without traffic jams..

Doing it now for 1,5 years and sitting there for atleast another 0,5 year. 5 days a week, upside is I only have to do 34 hours work time instead of 40 a week. And I might get a laptop with which I could do remote working for the company. Other upside is that I don't have to wait till the time runs out on my lease contract of the car. It will end in 3 years instead of 4. So a NEW CAR in june/july
1300km per week work commute only.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 04, 2014, 03:02:04 AM
3 hour daily commute is insane and sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 04, 2014, 08:50:06 AM
With every change, MrDWhitey's avatar is getting more hideous.  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on January 04, 2014, 11:14:09 AM
Don't mess with mr. Dalton.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on January 04, 2014, 11:21:54 AM
With every change, MrDWhitey is getting more hideous.  :ph34r:

Fixed that for you    :engel:


Don't mess with mr. Dalton.


Surely you mean Prince Barin - seen here from rufus' private collection ...................

(http://www.google.co.uk/url?source=imglanding&ct=img&q=http://www.actionfigurepics.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/bbp02015_barinvariant.jpg&sa=X&ei=b-7HUri9L-WK7Abd14AQ&ved=0CAkQ8wc&usg=AFQjCNEEJ8hOBRsRMVwlkOb8yeykxb_1Cw)

 :engel:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 04, 2014, 11:30:43 AM
Hey!  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 04, 2014, 03:30:06 PM
(http://rack.2.mshcdn.com/media/ZgkyMDEyLzA4LzExLzEwXzU3XzMyXzY3MF9maWxlCnAJdGh1bWIJODUweDU5MD4KZQlqcGc/41d48d71.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 04, 2014, 04:10:40 PM
Is that Justnorth as santa?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 04, 2014, 05:34:01 PM
Christ man, don't say his name it might bring him back.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 04, 2014, 08:53:32 PM
Hmm, you may be right. In that case: Is that Gneisenau as santa?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 04, 2014, 08:56:10 PM
Eh? I'm already back. You don't have to say my name.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 04, 2014, 08:58:26 PM
Cannot hurt to have two of you.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 04, 2014, 09:02:14 PM
*bows*

Though since this is the Unhappy thread, I think there might be some sort of insult hidden there...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 04, 2014, 09:06:10 PM
Hmm, that may have some logic - but if that really is the case, it must be deeply hidden in my Id, because neither my Ego, nor my Super-Ego has a clue.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 04, 2014, 09:16:31 PM
Egos? I have a giant one (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQHz2A1HWBk).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 04, 2014, 11:11:58 PM
Cocks with a giant ego? Quelle surprise!  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 04, 2014, 11:13:08 PM
You should see the Latin version.

They call him "Dr. Baculum".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on January 05, 2014, 12:53:07 AM
Sliced my little finger with a chef knife and had to get stitches.

Sharp things are sharp, kids!

(http://www.reactionface.info/sites/default/files/images/1310649205254.jpg)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on January 05, 2014, 02:30:30 PM
Hey, it's not much but at least it's better than cutting yourself with a blunt knife!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on January 05, 2014, 02:41:50 PM
Or a spoon?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on January 06, 2014, 09:53:20 AM
3 hour daily commute is insane and sucks.

I had a 4h/day commute (when there were no delays) for a period of 9 months. I started fresh and eager but in the end became some commute zombie.

Don't want to go back to that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on January 08, 2014, 10:41:18 PM
Shot down.

It seems like when I find a girl I think is interesting all my charm and ability to 'read' people just goes out the window.

But at least now I won't be sitting around two years in the future wondering what would have happened if I'd asked out the cute girl from the library. #YOLO
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on January 09, 2014, 12:01:33 AM
Hey thats the important thing. You miss all the shots you dont take and so on and so forth. My good buddy is currently dating a girl he started talking to in a timmies (coffeshop) line. it's their second year.

Sadly on to unhappy stuff. I've used up all my physio slots and can't get more untill April. I can sign up with a different physiotherapist but it will cost a ton for an assessment and I still wont get in till almost the end of february. I hope I can keep up my home workout enugh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 09, 2014, 05:44:29 AM
Sometimes I forget that I have to sleep. Or that there is even such a thing as sleep. :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 11, 2014, 07:26:23 PM
Shot down.

It seems like when I find a girl I think is interesting all my charm and ability to 'read' people just goes out the window.

But at least now I won't be sitting around two years in the future wondering what would have happened if I'd asked out the cute girl from the library. #YOLO

Absolutely. Well done for trying! :-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 27, 2014, 11:43:59 AM
Violet didn’t go to sleep until 1, then ted was up at 1, 1.30, 2, 2.30, 3.30 and then 7.

Fml.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on January 27, 2014, 12:02:56 PM
You shoulda kept it in your pants then. Or got the snip.

Doctors today, give list of issues that are ongoing, orders a bloodtest to test something they tested last month and was fine. So that's another fucking month of waiting.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 27, 2014, 12:14:23 PM
You shoulda kept it in your pants then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on January 27, 2014, 12:24:08 PM
You shoulda kept it in your pants then. Or got the snip.

Doctors today, give list of issues that are ongoing, orders a bloodtest to test something they tested last month and was fine. So that's another fucking month of waiting.

As someone involved in the testing processes around blood, I sympathize - nothing shittier than not knowing and having waste of time repeat tests.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 27, 2014, 06:27:07 PM
Got in a fight with some Norwegian Special Forces here for training yesterday at a bar... everything hurts...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 27, 2014, 06:32:28 PM
They better be in the infirmary if you're posting here  :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on January 28, 2014, 12:45:22 AM
I know at least one went to the hospital and complained about it to our command so they had to get the surveillance footage... whiney European light infantry guys couldn't stand up to a couple Tankers!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on January 28, 2014, 12:51:06 AM
Who gets in bar fights....gets in the way of drinking
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 30, 2014, 07:42:27 PM
£108 open return exeter to notts.

Frick milk snatcher, Frick
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on January 30, 2014, 09:49:05 PM
My dog just had a heart attack and passed away, despite being in good health.

The day before my birthday.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 31, 2014, 07:50:59 AM
My dog just had a heart attack and passed away, despite being in good health.

The day before my birthday.


Happy Birthday anyway. Don't mourn his passing, celebrate his life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on January 31, 2014, 09:13:31 AM
Norwegians are weedy today. Be happy you did not face a bunch from the SOG, the Swedish special forces.  :closed-eyes:

That said, from what I have gathered, they are somewhat unlikely to get into barfights. Too low key and sensible dudes. But deadly nontheless if one is to believe the rumours from their tours in Africa and Afghanistan. Nothing confirmed or denied of course but they have a tally.
However, as far as I know their rolemodel as special force is the SAS, so yes, low key.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on January 31, 2014, 11:25:29 AM
Except for when they place fish in the trucks of the GSG 9 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on January 31, 2014, 12:07:57 PM
What! Swedes never place fish in anyones trucks! :closed-eyes:

That is a typical norwegian thing, you fish fetishists! :engel:

However, while the SOG:s do not dance before camera, our Marines can dance the socks of John Travolta! Top that! :ph34r:


PS: Swedes and norwegians have a long tradition of making fun of one another, trying top each other in sports, comedy, bragging, wealth and whatnot. We almost came to war in 1904 when the norwegians broke up the Union that had existed since 1814 and oiur last proper, yet short war, that was fought with the norwegians. Yet the sensible part of viking blood took control and we settled it peacefully, no doubt realising that if we did not, we would not have a good neighbour to mock. And like the fiinns, norwegians are good neighbours. Obnoxious in their own partiular way, but always happy nontheless, since it is linguistically impossible for a norwegian to get angry.  :icon_razz:

Most importantly, norwegians and swedes understand each other tounges rather well. And both of us roll our eyes when the danes start talking like we should imidiately understand them and none of us understand a thing.
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on January 31, 2014, 03:08:48 PM

Happy Birthday anyway. Don't mourn his passing, celebrate his life.

 :::cheers::: We have been. It was not entirely unexpected. Just sad timing really.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 06, 2014, 09:40:42 PM
Girlfriend's off doing field studies in Hawaii while I'm left behind in muddy old Sweden. There isn't even any snow to cheer me up (read: gloat)!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 06, 2014, 10:31:24 PM
Is that what you tell all your friends, when they insist to finally see your "girlfriend"?  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 06, 2014, 10:47:57 PM
Actually all of my friends already know her. It's not like the one who we suspect hides a girlfriend behind his wardrobe   :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 06, 2014, 10:49:49 PM
You mean "know" in the biblical sense?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on February 06, 2014, 11:26:52 PM
Of course. All my friend are currently in Hawaii banging my girlfriend while I'm here plotting the murder of every single one of them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on February 07, 2014, 03:31:54 AM
Ralph Kiner died today, Hall of Fame outfield for the Pirates and legendary Mets Broadcaster. Sad day.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 07, 2014, 11:32:09 AM
I'm in Hawaï but got an STD from this girl who apparently was banging every guy that came near her.........










Nah, I'm in the wet and windy Netherlands atm, but a colleague who is on vacation to the Canary Islands has just informed me that it's a pleasant 25 degrees over there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 07, 2014, 11:34:35 AM
I'm in Hawaï but got an STD from this girl who apparently was banging every guy that came near her.........

 :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 07, 2014, 11:38:59 AM
I thought for a second that someone has hacked BAWTRM´s account.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 07, 2014, 05:56:34 PM
Dear Carwanker,

The next time you overtake me when I'm indicating to turn right, I will find you and I will kill you.

Fuckity bye,
Finlay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 07, 2014, 06:11:19 PM
Dear Carwanker,

The next time you overtake me when I'm indicating to turn right, I will find you and I will kill you.

Fuckity bye,
Finlay.

Plot for the third Taken movie.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on February 07, 2014, 06:22:29 PM
 :biggriin:

Well as he lives in the UK he should be able to get a bond car.


rocket launcher....phhhheeeeeeew.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on February 07, 2014, 06:52:04 PM
Dear Carwanker,

The next time you overtake me when I'm indicating to turn right, I will find you and I will kill you.

Fuckity bye,
Finlay.


Hang on :icon_exclaim:  How long have you been driving  :icon_question:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 07, 2014, 07:25:37 PM
cycling!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on February 07, 2014, 08:20:30 PM
cycling!

That's your fault then Mr Skinny - if you turned side on, how would anyone see you ?     :engel:

 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 07, 2014, 09:10:57 PM
Maybe my lights and high vis jacket would help.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 08, 2014, 08:56:07 PM
You'd best wear a fucking helmet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 08, 2014, 08:59:45 PM
of course.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 08, 2014, 09:00:36 PM
A fucking helmet? Something like this?

(http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o631/FidelisvonSigmaringen/2011-02-penis-hat-london-fashion-week-man_zps3f44eb53.jpg) (http://s1151.photobucket.com/user/FidelisvonSigmaringen/media/2011-02-penis-hat-london-fashion-week-man_zps3f44eb53.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on February 08, 2014, 09:13:33 PM
That helmet has to be deliberate.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 08, 2014, 09:17:07 PM
True, it points to that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on February 13, 2014, 03:08:52 PM
That is something one might see at a fashion show perhaps?  :icon_lol:  Hope they paid her enough to wear it.

- - - - - - - - - - - -

Closed my hand in the door of my vehicle last night.  Went to the hospital to make sure, and nothing was broken.  Frickin hurt horribly.  It's a bit swollen this morning, bruises are growing, suppose to have it wrapped and not doing anything with it for the next 5 days.  I told the docotors and nurses all of them women, that I had a ballroom dance performance on Saturday morning at a competition and at a Valentine's Day dance Saturday night, so 5 days straight was unlikely.  They were asking questions about the dancing, and didn't argue or attempt to persuade me not to do it. :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 14, 2014, 07:37:12 AM
Ouch, GP, ouch.

http://www.ibtimes.com/winter-olympics-2014-speed-skating-continues-be-dominated-netherlands-why-1554557#

What. In. The. Hell. I just can't even begin to comprehend the stupidity of the author. This may not be the best thread for this, but I couldn't find a better one and I didn't feel like starting a new one.

I mean, I just don't even.... Just what.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: DariusZero on February 14, 2014, 08:13:31 AM
Ouch, GP, ouch.

http://www.ibtimes.com/winter-olympics-2014-speed-skating-continues-be-dominated-netherlands-why-1554557#

What. In. The. Hell. I just can't even begin to comprehend the stupidity of the author. This may not be the best thread for this, but I couldn't find a better one and I didn't feel like starting a new one.

I mean, I just don't even.... Just what.

Well, he used a lot of words for something so basic as speed skating. I only could read about 7 paragraphs, before I quit. Beside being a bit stereotypical, he was quite positive about it.
and when I checked the site for other olypic sport news there was only something about destroying the reds in the hockey business.  How boring.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on February 14, 2014, 08:25:35 AM
I thought that was hilarious. I wasn't even aware the Dutch used Skates as their means of commuting, but there you go! Boredly sliding along the Grachten, awkwardly blade-stomping through supermarkets. A picturesque winter wonderland!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 14, 2014, 10:03:52 AM
very strange article.

thought it was weird he was insulting the sport as simple, when it's the equivalent of the running events but on ice, the "purest" athletic/sporting discipline. Who's fastest.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on February 14, 2014, 01:09:04 PM
I thought that was hilarious. I wasn't even aware the Dutch used Skates as their means of commuting, but there you go! Boredly sliding along the Grachten, awkwardly blade-stomping through supermarkets. A picturesque winter wonderland!
Yes, I also liked how he played off skating the Elfstedentocht as something that would occur as a necessity, instead of an incredible achievement. I think he went to visit our Rijksmuseum in 2009 and thought Henk Avercamp (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hendrick_Avercamp) is contemporary artist.

I mean, I haven't been able to go skating for three years. Not upset about that at all, by the way.

Well, he used a lot of words for something so basic as speed skating. I only could read about 7 paragraphs, before I quit. Beside being a bit stereotypical, he was quite positive about it.
You missed the point  :-) His stereotypes make no sense at all. What he points out about skating as a method of transport may have been true up to ~100 years ago, but now? Nope. Nope nope nope. I mean, we drive to the best skating spots.. So yeah. He even claims we skate more than we walk- we don't have the climate for that.

Now, if he were to make this case about cycling, he'd have a point. Although that sport of course diminished approximately 70 years ago  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: DariusZero on February 14, 2014, 01:38:41 PM
He even claims we skate more than we walk- we don't have the climate for that.

Now, if he were to make this case about cycling, he'd have a point. Although that sport of course diminished approximately 70 years ago  :engel:

He really said that?  Even if Holland had any lasting snow or ice, where would people skate? You need ice for that. Or did he mean people would go down into the channels? But that would be too impractical. In a real heavy winter, You would be better off on cross country skis.
I think his dutch partners made some jokes about skating and he totally fell for it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on February 14, 2014, 03:24:33 PM
Ouch, GP, ouch.
You should see it this morning.  Have a huge blue circle in the center of my right palm, and a good bit of bruising on the backside of the hand as well.  Warpped it up again for the day, and hoping for the best tomorrow.  The plus is that there's a woman that I met through the dance studio, and she's part of the performance I'm in, and she's taking me into Boston for the competition on Saturday morning.  There's often a bright side to a negative, and this one has been kind of hitting me from out of the blue.

Quote
http://www.ibtimes.com/winter-olympics-2014-speed-skating-continues-be-dominated-netherlands-why-1554557#

What. In. The. Hell. I just can't even begin to comprehend the stupidity of the author. This may not be the best thread for this, but I couldn't find a better one and I didn't feel like starting a new one.

I mean, I just don't even.... Just what.
The writer seems all over the map.  Relatively poorly written article from my view.  The Dutch being big into speed skating isn't really new, except maybe for the writer of that article, and those that might not follow the Olympics.  It's a cultural thing, and that's ok.  I think it's cool, and there's nothing like a small country as the Netherlands dominating in a sport like that.  They might as well revel in it while they can, and keep up the tradition as long as possible.  Seems like it's a good thing for sport, when there are things like this.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on February 14, 2014, 04:53:13 PM
Maybe it's not red that makes things go faster.  Maybe it's orange.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 14, 2014, 07:39:48 PM
There was a lot of bunk in that article. This is the way I explain the Dutch success:

It's hard to be good at something when you're a small country. Your pool of talent for anything is relatively small.

Everybody loves a winner. This increases the popularity of whatever discipline is being won in.

More people flock to the discipline. More talent is found. Money is being made. More money is being invested. Things snowball.

And in the end it becomes a self sustaining system. So there you have it.


IMO sports like Baseball and Cricket are also fringe sports. Relatively few countries are really good at them. But in those countries they also enjoy massive popularity. But with those countries having a far bigger combined population it makes the sport look more important. More people are interested more money goes around but in the end these things are very comparable.

Everybody loves a winner. :icon_biggrin:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on February 14, 2014, 10:20:22 PM
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 15, 2014, 12:08:52 AM
There was a lot of bunk in that article. This is the way I explain the Dutch success:

It's hard to be good at something when you're a small country. Your pool of talent for anything is relatively small.

Everybody loves a winner. This increases the popularity of whatever discipline is being won in.

More people flock to the discipline. More talent is found. Money is being made. More money is being invested. Things snowball.

And in the end it becomes a self sustaining system. So there you have it.


IMO sports like Baseball and Cricket are also fringe sports. Relatively few countries are really good at them. But in those countries they also enjoy massive popularity. But with those countries having a far bigger combined population it makes the sport look more important. More people are interested more money goes around but in the end these things are very comparable.

Everybody loves a winner. :icon_biggrin:
Speed skating is probably more widely played than baseball, and cricket, country wise.
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Post by: Gunman006 on February 19, 2014, 10:10:37 AM
(http://gfx.dagbladet.no/labrador/314/314186/31418657/jpg/active/978x.jpg)

This would be a good sport next to ice skating, Norway would win every time  :icon_mrgreen: Let the Dutch keep their iceskating.

Norway is a small country, and the community of professional ski goers is actually quite small, but topography and very ski dedicated culture creates competitive skiers even without direct investement.

It's actually funny and interesting how society is changed, in after-war Norway professional sports was looked upon with shame as it was not working, you did not produce any capital and was akin to being wellfare, today thoguh both being on wellfare and professional sport is widely accepted and the latter glorified.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 20, 2014, 04:16:50 AM
whelp, couple being sick with my bank allowing a transaction of an old debit card without my authorization and you have a bad day for Feanor Fire Heart today.  :x
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on February 21, 2014, 12:25:10 AM
Who has your old debit card?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on March 11, 2014, 05:35:19 PM
One of the girls had an accident with her inline skates. Oooouch, the wound is the worst she has ever had.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on March 11, 2014, 05:47:51 PM
whelp, couple being sick with my bank allowing a transaction of an old debit card without my authorization and you have a bad day for Feanor Fire Heart today.  :x

I feel your pain. Back in October I had to get a new debit card because someone in California was using the number to buy $100 Starbucks cards.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 12, 2014, 04:36:06 AM
whelp, couple being sick with my bank allowing a transaction of an old debit card without my authorization and you have a bad day for Feanor Fire Heart today.  :x

I feel your pain. Back in October I had to get a new debit card because someone in California was using the number to buy $100 Starbucks cards.
I knew it was only a matter of time before someone found out about my coffee addiction  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 13, 2014, 07:06:04 PM
reaper charge £15 to ship to England.

Fuck. Wanted my crows.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 14, 2014, 03:12:16 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ETqOvBKnKdk
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on March 14, 2014, 04:29:45 PM
Who's Tony Benn, and what's he yammering on about?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 14, 2014, 04:36:01 PM
A veteran British politician who died today, and Thatcherism.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on March 14, 2014, 04:37:54 PM
Ah.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 14, 2014, 04:39:39 PM
listen to his speeches from the 80's, he could be talking about now.

sad, really.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 15, 2014, 10:47:34 PM
"Welcome to Fort Hood! The Great Place!" where your Army Career goes to die...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 15, 2014, 10:48:51 PM
Why, Quickbeam?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on March 16, 2014, 12:26:51 AM
Why, Quickbeam?
It's one of the worst duty stations you can go to currently. It's gotten so bad that they haven't been letting people leave until they serve 3 years here. It just so happens most contracts are 3 years...
It mostly depends on the unit but there is varying degrees of how bad they suck. My Brigade commander went out of his way to deny me emergency leave when my grandmother passed away so I could go out to Southern California to train. There was also a bunch of shady stuff going on where they where changing peoples medical profiles so they could be sent too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 15, 2014, 08:44:19 AM
5.20 am wake up.

Unnaceptable, children.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 15, 2014, 06:46:26 PM
Beat them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on April 15, 2014, 07:08:30 PM
Teach them to bring breakfast into your bedroom.  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on April 15, 2014, 07:33:50 PM
Sadly my brand new, week old glasses decided to break due to the strenuous action of putting them on my face.

Just to make to more unpleasant, it's such a simple break but requires a soldiering iron or something to fix. Annoying.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on April 17, 2014, 11:38:27 PM
Gabriel Garcia Marquez died :(

Great source of inspiration
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on April 25, 2014, 03:34:32 PM
My sister went in for an interview at a magazine. She's a graduate of one of the Seven Sisters and currently works for a different magazine. The interviewer asked if she'd be willing to accept an unpaid internship.  :eusa_wall: The next day, some crazy guy followed her home and tried to break into her apartment.

I think I need to make her a care package.  :icon_confused:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 25, 2014, 06:52:52 PM
I got a new set of wheels the other day.  :icon_neutral:

(http://wheelchairrenting.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/wheelchairstandard2.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 25, 2014, 06:56:27 PM
I am sorry for you
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on April 25, 2014, 07:34:38 PM
I got a new set of wheels the other day.  :icon_neutral:

So you've had a few days - why isn't there an engine on it already - for a man of your calibre I would have expected it to look like this already:

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b201/fatcatmatt74/Airboat%20Pics/2011-05-01_11-32-40_189.jpg)

WhiteyPower  :icon_exclaim:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 25, 2014, 07:38:59 PM
Saying "Whitey" or "White" followed by "power" doesn't seem like the best of ideas.  :icon_lol:

My sister went in for an interview at a magazine. She's a graduate of one of the Seven Sisters and currently works for a different magazine. The interviewer asked if she'd be willing to accept an unpaid internship.  :eusa_wall: The next day, some crazy guy followed her home and tried to break into her apartment.

I think I need to make her a care package.  :icon_confused:

You do. The insult of unpaid internship plus crazy guy.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 25, 2014, 09:05:05 PM
that sucks whiteypower bro :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 28, 2014, 09:40:15 AM
I need scorched brown for my bases. Forgot to buy any this weekend. Just checked GWs opening times- they’re closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Wtf!

gonna have to mix calthan brown and black
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on April 28, 2014, 12:12:22 PM
Oh, poor you.  :icon_lol:

I've started replacing my citadel with non citadel paints now, Vallejo and Army Painter. Much prefer the drop bottles.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 28, 2014, 12:25:12 PM
I like dropper bottles too, but the hobby store which sells army painter paints is too far away.


although I actually really like the GW foundation paints. not sure how there new range stacks up.

I love my army painter greys and silvers, but the reds are watery as fuck. too watery to really use.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 28, 2014, 02:29:13 PM
I've heard Coat d'Arms are good. I might get some.

I got a new set of wheels the other day.  :icon_neutral:
Can I call you Charles, now?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 10, 2014, 05:02:54 PM
Lots of little issues.
-Insurance company tacked a mystery charge onto my bill. When I called to complain to last month, the rep told me it was a mistake on their part. Yesterday I got a letter threatening to take away my insurance if I didn't pay it.  :icon_evil:
-Big project at work. Lots of contractors who are unfamiliar with the building. I want to be patient but many of them are incredibly stupid and need to have their hands held while they work.
-Lease is coming to an end. Unsure whether I want to renew or not. I'm sure I'll have regrets either way.
-Allergies.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 10, 2014, 07:52:41 PM
I am really upset right now and need to vent.

Some background: me and a couple of friends started a gaming group with funding from the municipality and a national gaming organisation. We were allowed to stay and store our stuff at the municipality's youth council's premises. Last year the municipality opened up a large house, called Stenkrossen, where youth organisations of all kinds can hang out with theatre, filming and music equipment, a café, a large auditorium, loads of space and much more, and they asked our group if we would want to move there instead of the slightly cramped flat we share right now with the youth council. We were delighted to, of course.

But last night there was a manifestation by a group known as Reclaim the Streets and somehow they got access to Stenkrossen and nearly a hundred people started partying and managed to break almost every single thing that wasn't nailed to the floor. A group that stand for a more open and free society just destroyed a place that provides just that for the young people in our town. I am just so angry right now my hands are visibly shaking. These people are just... I have no words.

Here's the article from today's newspaper in swedish: http://www.sydsvenskan.se/lund/demonstranter-vandaliserade-kulturlokal/#

-Allergies.

Also this^
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 10, 2014, 09:29:42 PM
What an incredible bunch of twats.

Was private stuff belonging to your group broken as well? Were arrests made? I can't read the article, but the pictures look like a scene from Fallout!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on May 10, 2014, 09:45:47 PM
Fortunately none of our things had been moved there yet. No one's been arrested but witnesses are being questioned.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 10, 2014, 09:50:52 PM
Well, I hope they can pin this on a couple of those assholes and hold 'em liable for the damage.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on May 11, 2014, 05:56:55 PM
Doh! I've just noticed there's a freehand workshop in Berlin. Fully booked plus loooong waiting list now.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on May 12, 2014, 01:14:15 AM
Team just lost semi-finals in penalties (4-5) out of 7  :icon_cry:

Nevertheless a great season, so they deserve  :eusa_clap:
 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: b0007452 on May 12, 2014, 06:01:05 PM
So Paypal was hacked today and the criminal decided to but themselves a laptop.

Fortunately Paypal e-mailed me the transaction details and sent me through the person's delivery name and address.

Hopefully it will help the police with their investigation and thankfully the company cancelled the order but nevertheless... pretty shit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 12, 2014, 06:58:34 PM
Look at it this way: you haven't lost any money, and you get the entertaining satisfaction of witnessing the really stupid guy who tried to steal from you get his comeuppance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 12, 2014, 11:39:38 PM
yuou've got his name and address?

W-E lynching crew, time to roll out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Grutch on May 12, 2014, 11:59:37 PM
and I have to say man this new laptop is sweet!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 13, 2014, 12:04:36 AM
Finally abandoned Ellie and violet, crying, in the master beds room and retreated to the spare room so I can get some sleep before my 9am meeting.

Shame ted is almost certain to be up at 5.40, horribly cranky by 7.30 because hews tired from waking up too early. He is then either horribly naughty all day, or take a a nap, behaves better but doesn't go to bed properly.

And the wife wants more kids?

DO NOT WANT
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on May 13, 2014, 12:30:00 AM
Secret vasectomy hooooo!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on May 13, 2014, 02:23:06 AM
Sounds like a fun Do it yourself project.

Farmers do it all the time right? Well on animals at least... people are animals...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 14, 2014, 07:30:34 AM
Use two rocks and slam nutts inbetween.


If you don't get your fingers inbetween it doesn't hurt....
















your fingers.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Wanderlustkinggggg on May 14, 2014, 07:39:28 AM
So i got what I thought was the flu a week ago today. Now the cough is in my chest and I'm coughing up blood twixt the phlegm. I left my job last month and yet to sign my new contract so I got no health insurance and no money for the Dr. This sucks .Although the blood isn't alot I think I've just been coughing so much in the last week I've made my throat raw.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 14, 2014, 11:09:35 AM
that sucks, hope you're all ok!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on May 14, 2014, 12:10:05 PM
Coughing blood? Not a good sign! Health insurance or not: see a doctor.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 14, 2014, 12:40:27 PM
I hate corporate bulshit "I'm sure you'll all agree Exeter has a bright future"

Well you've just announced a round of voluntary redundancies, a moratorium on hiring new people and you won't be renewing any temporary contracts, so no, I don't agree with that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on May 14, 2014, 03:25:53 PM
Ugh. Are you being hit personally Finlay?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 14, 2014, 03:39:56 PM
Yes, I applied, and got, a new job within the library, on a years temporary contract. (but kept my permanent contract for my old job). So it looks exceedingly likely that in november I’ll be back to my old job. Dropping 2 grades down the salary scale, and about a million grades down the “my job is interesting” scale.

The really annoying thing is my new big boss is emphasising what my new job is as being important- but not supporting it! I guess they’re gonna try and make other people do it.


 My line manager and her line manager both really want to keep me, but don’t think it’s likely.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 14, 2014, 04:18:29 PM
Any way you can apply to a job somewhere else?

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 14, 2014, 04:21:27 PM
you can always apply for a job somewhere else?

I don't really want to move though.

ie, I don't want to move, at all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 14, 2014, 04:25:05 PM
I meant in the same city.....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 14, 2014, 04:30:18 PM
Maybe. What i'm doing is insanely specialised. but probably has quite a lot of transferable skills. I just wont have experience of anything else.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 14, 2014, 04:33:18 PM
You will gain that once you start....you also don´t have to leave but it is always to check once in a while at other opportunities and see what you could earn there...if you have some options you can go to your boss and say......well I have a better offer what are you suggestion that I stay?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 19, 2014, 04:19:29 AM
"We need to talk about our relationship" time always seems to coincide with game night.  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on May 19, 2014, 06:58:14 AM
You do not really think that is just coincidence?  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on May 19, 2014, 09:30:03 AM
Look for a girlfriend playing Warhammer as well. Problem solved. :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on May 19, 2014, 09:44:03 AM
But maybe it is because she is vegetarian...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on May 19, 2014, 10:12:59 AM
In this case, game night is the perfect occasion to discuss what to eat ...    :engel: ... game night possible because she is a gamer as well, problem still solved.  :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 19, 2014, 07:58:45 PM
Finally abandoned Ellie and violet, crying,

Dude.

You really should phrase your posts better. You had me quite startled there for some seconds. :icon_confused:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 20, 2014, 03:41:56 AM
Look for a girlfriend playing Warhammer as well. Problem solved. :-P

I always have my eyes open for unicorns, rest assured.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on May 20, 2014, 06:45:06 PM
I always have my eyes open for unicorns, rest assured.

Found one:

(http://i1367.photobucket.com/albums/r791/Warhammer-Weib/Unicorn_zps9fdd6d1f.jpg)

One of the Spanish painters has just linked pics of his last workshop. Subtitle: Nice tanks.

Sorry, guys, weathering workshops in Santander fully booked ...  for the next ten years or so ... :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 23, 2014, 01:34:30 PM
You wot m8.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 23, 2014, 01:37:29 PM
Delete me
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 23, 2014, 01:37:42 PM
happy birthday to dr whitey!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on May 23, 2014, 01:42:05 PM
happy birthday to dr whitey!

So it is! Should that be in the happy thread or not?

 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on May 23, 2014, 02:09:18 PM
happy birthday to dr whitey!

So it is! Should that be in the happy thread or not?

 :::cheers:::
(http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQC8zcFvz7P4CkXVvqpRb-76B-HfUVpoOgBN0f9E0y0f8Nm5Zs8)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 23, 2014, 04:46:42 PM
Congratulations to Mr. White! I hope he gets a nice cake flavoured with the tears of everyone he despises!
(yes, that means a rather massive cake).
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on May 23, 2014, 05:02:09 PM

It's your birthday? You are one year closer to death.*





* One year less you have to deal with us. A happy thought, on your birthday. Yes, I'm terrible!  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 23, 2014, 05:24:14 PM
It's like I'm a meme of misery, hate and sadness.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on May 23, 2014, 06:07:58 PM
You're a a pretty epik meme Whitey

xd
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on May 23, 2014, 06:11:18 PM
I think he should have a blow out ....................... oh but he doesn't drink.  :icon_redface:

Ok - treat yourself to some new figures instead.

The question is: As you get older does your wit become more caustic, or are your Patsy baiting skills fading .........................................  :biggriin:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on May 23, 2014, 07:06:11 PM
You're a a pretty epik meme Whitey

xd

Die in a fire.

I think he should have a blow out ....................... oh but he doesn't drink.  :icon_redface:

Ok - treat yourself to some new figures instead.

The question is: As you get older does your wit become more caustic, or are your Patsy baiting skills fading .........................................  :biggriin:

I can't drink, but I want to.

And I've treated myself to many dwarfs.

Caustic? Unsure. I'm certainly bitter.  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on May 25, 2014, 10:15:00 AM
You're a a pretty epik meme Whitey

xd

Die in a fire.


I still remember what happened the last time when one forum member said this to another. :icon_lol:

Happy (belated) birthday, man! Don't you ever change.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on May 26, 2014, 12:38:52 AM
I still remember what happened the last time when one forum member said this to another. :icon_lol:
Was it whitey back then as well?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on June 03, 2014, 03:28:08 PM
I was excited to go to Germany because I could legally drink. I get here and we are under orders not to leave post, drink or fraternize. It did however rain for 8 days while I was In the field so the trip hasn't been completely "dry".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on June 03, 2014, 05:19:49 PM
Yes no fraternizing with the Krauts....


Wait....I thought you guys were on our side?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on June 03, 2014, 06:26:02 PM
That's just what they want you to think.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on June 04, 2014, 06:48:34 AM

That's just what they want you to think drink.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Not-not-kenny on July 11, 2014, 04:46:32 PM
Girlfriend broke up with me. One part says "yeah now I can go out and try something/-one new" while another part says "but I don't want new, I want her". Guess which part keeps me up at night.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 11, 2014, 05:07:51 PM
All the new ladies? Kudos to you casanova
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on July 11, 2014, 07:05:27 PM
A man is his own best friend in dark days like that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 11, 2014, 07:22:44 PM
Exactly: guess which part keeps him up at night.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on July 11, 2014, 08:51:14 PM
Don't think too much on it. Put it this way, would you rather buy a book or borrow one from the library? Go look for another book and if  you're lucky it will be one you won't want to return. If you're even luckier she'll let you take the dust jacket off ;)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 18, 2014, 01:32:17 PM
What a shitty day

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on July 20, 2014, 06:53:38 PM
What a shitty day
do tell

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on July 20, 2014, 06:55:25 PM
He woke up next to Aldaris.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on July 20, 2014, 06:58:52 PM
Don´t you know..we split up he is too much of a wuzz for my taste.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 04, 2014, 09:06:10 AM
As several of you might know I have divorced with my wife who also is active on this forum.

I am really unhappy about how this community is handling the overall situation.

The whole Fight Club...you do not talk about the fight club! approach leaves me feeling gagged and not able to express my feelings and thoughts at all any more.

There are several issues floating around regarding this but I don´t feel that anybody really cares about them, on the other hand everytime I vent even a small amount of the negativity my posts get deleted and I get informed via pm that I should take the fight off the forum, from my perspective I am not trying to make the forum a battlefield but as usual share my thoughts.

As of yesterday my ex wife posted something that was immensly annoying to me. I replied in a VERY civil matter...still both posts got deleted.

As it is...I feel very unwelcome at Warhammer-Empire at the moment.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 04, 2014, 09:35:46 AM
Consider not trying to forcibly involve everyone into your personal quarrel. I saw the posts in question yesterday. Your ex-wife posted she was thankful to you for introducing her to the hobby in the first place, to which you responded with accusations that she's out to destroy your life. So even if you feel this way:

from my perspective I am not trying to make the forum a battlefield but as usual share my thoughts.

It is, in fact, trying to make the forum into a battlefield. I still don't take sides in this, even after your ultimatum to me, and every other forum member is even less qualified than me to judge who is right and who is wrong. So please just stop trying to force people to take sides, at least on here.

I don't have the impression that you're not welcome here anymore. I enjoy reading many of your posts, and I'm sure I'm not the only one. Just accept that this is not the place for this particular issue.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 04, 2014, 09:41:31 AM
Her post...as I stated in my response is an insult after all the stuff she did lately.


Really no need at all to leave that post standing.

She can post as much as she wants but she needs to leave me and people connected to me out of it!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 04, 2014, 09:47:05 AM
For heaven's sake, I said: "Our relationship had positive aspects I will always appreciate and be grateful for." That's how I feel about it, that's the message,  and it's a purely positive one.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 04, 2014, 09:56:15 AM
But completely contradicting how you act in real life...so a lie and therefore an incredibly insult. Stop it. And leave me and my family alone.


Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2014, 10:00:29 AM
I think rufus deleted the posts - in accordance with discussions amongst all the Mods in the staff board.

The problem is that this forum is too friendly - the relaxed attitude here, and also the Bash has made a lot of us proper friends rather than 'online buddies'.
There have been threads where members have 'vented' about relationships, but the other party was NOT a member, and that is where this is different.

There have been some nasty accusations flying around, and none of us know the truth.
Even Aldaris who is the member closest to the situation wants to remain neutral.
I think we'd all like to see you sort this out and try to be friends.

Please Fandir, and Weib too, if you wish to discuss things with your 'friends' then do it on PM - please can we keep all references to your relationship off the boards.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2014, 10:04:15 AM
while I think the odd unhappy, or happy, post is fine, I do not think it is healthy to engage in online tit for tat arguments. regardless of who is right.

people do care but know it can only end badly... just like starting a thread on abortion or israel in the BT!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on August 04, 2014, 10:04:24 AM
For forums health:
Each make a thread (if you desire) to express your perspective, and anyone that wants to get involve can join you. Like any other recurring topic I think this is the best solution, and no need to have a recurring topic showing up around the forum. If this topic can be contain within these threads, then I do not think your replies should be deleted. There are plenty of threads, and replies that are not censored that I do not think the mods should babysit this topic.

Suggestion for your lives:
I would also suggest mute each other, since neither of you need the other's opinion on anything. You two have pretty good lives, opportunities, and friends that you dont need to even THINK about the other person.

Personally I think each of you is an interesting and nice person, and this issue will keep you from really enjoying what may lay ahead.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 04, 2014, 10:34:17 AM
Rofl, no.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2014, 10:35:42 AM
well, #2 is a decent idea.... #1 is just horrible.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 04, 2014, 10:43:02 AM
By the way, I find it pretty unlikely people are going to be friends, and that's ok. Phil and Zif aren't friends, who gives a shit. That's their business.

But when one mentions the other don't be shocked if the other responds, for heaven's sake. And be consistent - it's either off limits or it's not.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2014, 10:43:35 AM
@Realjuan
No this is not some sort of newsaper with a 'problem page', or  relationship/marriage guidance bureau.

This is a forum dedicated to table top wargaming, and when I joined back in the mists of time, the Counts Tavern woudl have been heresy, and the BT would have given the Staff then heart attacks ........ ask rufus he was here then - before me  :engel:

Sig:
The staff have decided it's "Off Limits"

....... and I have allowed this discussion so everyone realises it now.

Ok - it's at an end NOW.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2014, 10:51:06 AM
Phil and Zif aren't friends,
are you sure? I thought it was just playful banter... lolol
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on August 04, 2014, 10:56:43 AM
Quote
"the Counts Tavern woudl have been heresy, and the BT would have given the Staff then heart attacks"
I think I would had enjoy those times.

What ever keeps my "show new replies to your posts" to stuff that I am interested in, is good by me.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on August 04, 2014, 11:26:18 AM
Phil and Zif aren't friends,
are you sure? I thought it was just playful banter... lolol

I poke my head in here about once every two weeks and this is the first post I read. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 04, 2014, 11:41:39 AM
This is a forum dedicated to table top wargaming.

Isn't divorce wargaming? And  isn't it usually conducted over a table too?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2014, 11:43:27 AM
usually involves less dice, though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 04, 2014, 11:45:17 AM
Isn't the table used for something else before that ...?   :engel: ... Oh, wait, wrong thread, that's a happy thought.   :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 04, 2014, 11:46:48 AM
usually involves less dice, though.

True enough. You still need to be lucky, though, to come out on top. And both are very expensive hobbies. I wonder, if it tends to involve more or less lawyers.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2014, 11:49:23 AM
usually involves less dice, though.

True enough. You still need to be lucky, though, to come out on top. And both are very expensive hobbies. I wonder, if it tends to involve more or less lawyers.
:icon_lol:

I'd make an amazing divorce lawyer. "I think this was what was intended"

Isn't the table used for something else before that ...?   :engel: ... Oh, wait, wrong thread, that's a happy thought.   :icon_wink:

I reckon people get fucked on a divorce table, too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on August 04, 2014, 11:56:59 AM
Phil and Zif aren't friends,
are you sure? I thought it was just playful banter... lolol
Phil's mad that he always has to be the bottom.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on August 04, 2014, 12:07:52 PM
At least I can just close my eyes and pretend you are Idris Elba.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 04, 2014, 12:08:28 PM
 :eusa_sick:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2014, 12:39:09 PM
At least I can just close my eyes and pretend you are Idris Elba.

I don't think I'll ever close my eyes again after that .............................   :eusa_sick:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 04, 2014, 12:46:12 PM
Shadowlord will be unhappy with your infidelity, Phil.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 04, 2014, 01:08:47 PM
As it is...I feel very unwelcome at Warhammer-Empire at the moment.

To be fair, since I have returned, I have noticed you more grumpy and negative than the old happy-go-lucky Fandir of old.

And we are acting in such a way to not take sides, and thus keep it off the boards and neutral and all. It is a difficult situation we are in you have to understand, and again unfortunately it means that discussion about it generally needs to be stopped.

Anyway, I realise I am late to the party, but I did want to point out that there have been quite a few threads where I have noticed you being a lot more negative than you used to be. I understand there are reasons, but its just a shame.

Shadowlord will be unhappy with your infidelity, Phil.

Is Shadowlord even on the boards anymore?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2014, 01:09:18 PM
Shadowlord will be unhappy with your infidelity, Phil.

You leave my boy out of it ..............  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 04, 2014, 01:35:52 PM
you people suck stop it
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 05, 2014, 07:58:24 AM
When relationships end there's usually pain involved. Pain that lingers.

Perversely this pain can flare up because of happiness expressed by the other party. Where happy signs are interpreted (real or imagined) as a kind of insult almost. "Look at me doing great without you!"

Which in itself can also be a way of coping with a situation like this. By communicating your hapiness you're trying to make it last, become a new foundation of hapiness to replace the one that was lost.

And nothing can help with something like this really, except that old adage 'time heals all wounds'.

I think both need time. Time to build/transform their lives into a world where the other is truly no longer a part that is sorely missed at some level.

I think the Mute function is an excellent suggestion. I'm sure the both of you are not intentionally seeing each other in real life, so look at it like a time out. You both go your own ways without being confronted with each other all the time. I'm sure that with time the mute function will become unnecessary. But I also believe this will take at least a year.

In the meanwhile us other forum members will not feel as being forced to choose between two forum members we've come to like and appreciate. (and the both of you won't have to weigh your words just because of how the other might interpret them)

 :blush:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on August 05, 2014, 11:39:21 AM
How do I mute BAWTRM?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 05, 2014, 11:47:59 AM
Better to be muted than neutered - or whas it the other way around?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warlord on August 05, 2014, 01:14:11 PM
How do I mute BAWTRM?

I didn't know your relationship had ended. How sad for you both.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Victor on August 05, 2014, 01:16:21 PM
How did I end up in this part of the forum?

(http://romancebandits.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/MontyPythonRunAway.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 05, 2014, 05:09:20 PM
How do I mute BAWTRM?

Beware! For if you mute me my place will be taken by my daughter and she talks continuously from the moment of waking to the moment of going to sleep.  :icon_razz:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on August 05, 2014, 07:08:42 PM
Is Shadowlord even on the boards anymore?

Been a while since I've seen him.  But he's now 'Pure of Heart' (haha) so even if he was around I wouldn't really know it since I rarely stray from this wretched hive of scum and villainy known at the BT.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on August 05, 2014, 07:52:49 PM
Had to put my cat "Vlek" to permanent sleep at the vet... Her kidney failure took to much toll on her..   :cry:

(https://scontent-b-ams.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10544355_583748558400319_5317655008476782716_n.jpg?oh=265f5439e802c30dbfed9a69e8ea8383&oe=54516DB5)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on August 05, 2014, 08:44:27 PM
Hard choice :(

My sympathy for your lost.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on August 06, 2014, 12:11:58 AM
It sucks to lose a furry friend.

My own cat is lurking under my desk trying to steal my spaghetti-o's. She's only 4 but I'm already dreading that day...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on August 06, 2014, 12:17:14 AM
We has to put our cat of 13 years in March due to kidney failure.  Terrible to see a cat you have loved get old.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 12, 2014, 03:06:33 AM
Rest in Peace Robin Williams.  :cry:
(https://i.imgur.com/WH6fVDz.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 12, 2014, 05:49:48 AM
Man that's sad. Didn't he also play Warhammer? Had a Dwarven army iirc.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on August 12, 2014, 07:00:18 AM
He even looked like a dwarf player. Really sad thing too much pressure on himself and some really bad and unsuccessful movies those last years.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 12, 2014, 07:57:52 AM


He played 40k. Eldar, I guess.

I'm sad. He is one of my favourite actors.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 12, 2014, 09:49:27 AM
He even looked like a dwarf player. Really sad thing too much pressure on himself and some really bad and unsuccessful movies those last years.
I'm not sure that had much to do with it, he was addicted to cocaine in the 70's, and was heavily drinking from 2003-2006. And was bipolar.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rhaegal on August 12, 2014, 09:50:17 AM
Sad to hear this news.

What a great actor in 'Good will Hunting' and 'Dead Poets Society'.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on August 23, 2014, 03:37:58 PM
I've been grouchy lately. Probably due to falling behind on my weighlifting routine. The humidity's a factor too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on August 30, 2014, 03:56:45 PM
Doing nothing all day is incredibly depressing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: zifnab0 on August 31, 2014, 03:42:50 PM
Doing nothing all day is incredibly depressing.

Yup.

Sitting at the in-laws' house being bored this weekend.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on September 01, 2014, 12:59:00 PM
A few may know what Falcao is my favorite players, and it seems like he is going to Manchester United.

Manchester United IS a great team, and the Premier league is really good, but another year without champions? Seems like his new charity is to get teams into the Champions League, and a stable squad and then leave.

On a happy note, THANKS God I dont have to watch  LEAGUE 1 anymore.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 02, 2014, 11:03:09 AM
I don't think United is great now.  They have a solid squad but it's going to take a lot to break the top 4.  Ferguson was patching over a lot of cracks it seems.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 02, 2014, 11:32:52 AM
United are not great, and its taken two years for them to change to a boring big spending club like man city and Chelsea.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on September 02, 2014, 02:07:43 PM
What I meant to say, its a club with history, and ambitions. Monaco, has a lot of money invested but they still far from PSG and would have no chance in the champions.

At least as the "underdog" in the premier league the season is going to be interesting. I can see it already, first match GOAL, and after that win every match and winning the Premier. Qualify for Champions League, and then he moves to another team that is not in the champions league.

Anyway, I am just glad I dont have to watch french football.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 02, 2014, 03:09:22 PM
I don't think you're going to get Finlay or I to say much of anything overly nice about United. 

I think you're asking a lot of United if you think they'll win the league this year (if'n that's what you're saying).  Maybe in a couple/few years.  Maybe.  But if they do turn into a spend happy club, then I guess it's only a matter of time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 02, 2014, 03:14:14 PM
im predicting a liverpool-esque descent into wilderness.

struggling for champo league qualification, winning the odd domestic trophy.

The thing that made me not hate man u even though everyone did, was the core of english players. As opposed to man city, chelsea and arsenal who use none. That looks gone, now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on September 05, 2014, 01:47:22 AM
One of the most important latino singer-artist died today after being a few years in coma. He was important to our generation and our culture as I think the Beatles were for the UK or Michael Jackson in the US. I suppose language didnt let him achieve world fame, but for us he was great. Q.E.P.D

Gustavo Cerati (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gustavo_Cerati)

I am honor to have seen him performed before he died.

According to many this is his best song (I like it, but I prefer others)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLIs0j2WnlM&list=AL94UKMTqg-9DA1V7OAC-_dFwXQ3iljPF2
(http://www2.udec.cl/~aldea/nro9/Cerati4.jpg)

If you enjoy it, this is one of his last concerts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BntcdLZCxM
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: DariusZero on September 05, 2014, 10:29:10 AM
Sounds quite similar as Italian pop rock, that I'm more familiar with. It's nice music, has some rock undertones, I might make some playlist of him. r.i.p.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on September 16, 2014, 12:03:19 PM
Missed a deadline yesterday, one of those that could point my life in the right direction. Worst part or best part was that it was my fault and only mine :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rhaegal on September 19, 2014, 06:54:58 AM
My doctor told me, that I need a surgery in the next view weeks, to be prepared if I have to go to renal dialysis again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 19, 2014, 07:17:08 AM
Damn. That's bad news much faster than I had thought. :icon_frown:  Forwarded some vacation offers the travel agency sent me yesterday. Book that flight - now!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 25, 2014, 01:00:39 AM
I got recommending for the Soldier of the Month board but it's on friday and I have no time at all to study. Anxiety attacks ensuing...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 25, 2014, 10:28:50 AM
That sucks rhaegal, get well soon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 29, 2014, 07:02:47 PM
So one of my friends from work witnessed a mugging in front of our building.  He froze and didn't know how to react.  The victim didn't call out for help but was beaten, robbed and the suspects ran off.  He ask the victim "you alright?"  the guy just shrugged.  Cops showed up shortly after and got statements.

So that's a thing that happened.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 30, 2014, 03:24:14 PM
Just shrugging? That sounds weird. Maybe the person had some debts with the wrong kind of people.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 07, 2014, 05:01:56 PM
Can we just ban dogs, please.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 07, 2014, 06:21:31 PM
At least ban the dog poop.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on October 07, 2014, 09:01:26 PM
Or the retarded owners who let them off their lead on a cycle track, make no attempt to move then out my way, then meakly apologise
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on October 07, 2014, 11:37:49 PM
Pet license might not be a bad idea. With capital punishment for infraction.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 15, 2014, 01:21:25 PM
Well, love is just a chemical reaction, colours are just a lightshow, escapism in too large doses is the same kind of abuse as drug abuse and I will never have enough time in the world to do everything that crosses my mind.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on October 15, 2014, 04:22:36 PM
My bloody graphics card has died.
Now I have to go through the rigmarole of checking what will work with my power supply and motherboard and the PCI-E slots

 :icon_twisted:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 15, 2014, 04:28:47 PM
As a temporary solution, try putting it in the oven. It will work again, but you may need to bake it again after a while.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on October 15, 2014, 08:37:40 PM
I'll vouch for that. I've done it a few times and it's a good temp solution.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on October 15, 2014, 09:35:59 PM
I think my Dad's bought me a shirt for my birthday again. I have enough shirts! You buy me one every year!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on October 15, 2014, 09:37:07 PM
I think my Dad's bought me a shirt for my birthday again. I have enough shirts! You buy me one every year!

Don't you own like 1 shirt and never wear it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 15, 2014, 09:39:08 PM
Maybe he feels that next shirt will be the winner that transforms your anti-shirt views.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on October 15, 2014, 10:29:37 PM
Maybe he's just trying to send a message. I figure its why I get socks every year. and pamphlets for dating sites...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 15, 2014, 10:34:15 PM
Ouch   :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on October 15, 2014, 11:02:27 PM
Shirts are lame!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on October 16, 2014, 07:52:30 AM
Shirts are lame!

Well of course they are - they have arms.
You need legs for walking ...............  :engel:

Hapy Birthday anyway you old moaning scroat ..........  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 16, 2014, 10:08:09 AM
Shirts are lame!

As is the cruel bondage of pants.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on October 16, 2014, 10:38:17 AM
You don't need pants for the victory dance!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 16, 2014, 02:15:44 PM
But how do I win if the pants keeps holding me back?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on October 16, 2014, 04:13:13 PM
Hapy Birthday anyway you old moaning scroat ..........  :biggriin:

Thanks!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 16, 2014, 08:42:12 PM
But how do I win if the pants keeps holding me back?

You will win panting?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on October 21, 2014, 12:20:34 PM
Oh woe is me .................. after the graphics card, Friday saw the hard drive go - (that's the actual day and not the bloke from Guildford  :engel:   cos that would be stupid, him coming to my house and sitting around waiting so he could watch my hard drive 'go'.)

So no PC at home all over the weekend and yesterday, and I have had to come into the head office to get on the site.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 21, 2014, 01:55:49 PM
What if Tsar Putin invades my country?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on October 21, 2014, 03:08:25 PM
What if Tsar Putin invades my country?

Then we would have a very large war indeed, since Sweden is a NATO member.

So very unlikely to happen. Putin may be a bastard, but he's not a stupid bastard.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 21, 2014, 03:50:16 PM
Last time I checked my country is not with NATO. Apparently Putin urged Poland to splits up Ukraine already in 2008 so I don't think there is anything Mad Vlad hasn't set his eyes on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on October 21, 2014, 05:05:40 PM
I think Grutch voting democrat is more likely than Poland siding with Russia in anything.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 21, 2014, 06:02:26 PM
Well, Poland didn't want anything to do with it and refused to even talk about it with Putin.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Dunrik on October 21, 2014, 06:32:49 PM
I think Grutch voting democrat is more likely than Poland siding with Russia in anything.
(http://i.imgur.com/smJnMoT.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: b0007452 on October 21, 2014, 07:22:06 PM
So no PC at home all over the weekend and yesterday, and I have had to come into the head office to get on the site.

I feel your pain Midaski.

My laptop broke last weekend and it's been iPhone only since then. Need to buy a new laptop now which is just infuriating, on top of a nearly £500 bill for my MOT, service and work to be done on the car. It just never ends.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on October 22, 2014, 01:57:19 AM
I was thinking the other day( I should really stop that!)  and I realized I've spent more time in the field than I have in garrison since I've been in the Army. At times like this I hardly feel human...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 22, 2014, 07:13:09 AM
On the other hand there are people that are unable to even leave their houses -for whatever reasons- and they get similar feelings of loss of humanity.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on October 25, 2014, 12:17:25 AM
On the other hand there are people that are unable to even leave their houses -for whatever reasons- and they get similar feelings of loss of humanity.
I got a refit day and plan on not leaving my room for 24 hours  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 25, 2014, 08:26:16 AM
That should balance things out then.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 25, 2014, 06:07:33 PM
Night shift dinner: 4am trip to Burger King, 3rd night in a row.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 25, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Some would say that is a happy thought.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 25, 2014, 08:34:11 PM
When Burger King is a happy thought you need to re-evaluate your entire life.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 25, 2014, 08:38:50 PM
Half the population of Western countries seems to think otherwise. Well, make that "of any country." It is not limited to the West, anymore.

Just for the record: I have never set foot in any kind of fast food - 1.87m/76,5 kg will testify to that.  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 25, 2014, 08:41:19 PM
Burger King is right down the bottom of the fast food-chain too. A race to the bottom with McD.

I'm 5cm shorter and 18kg heavier. Just keep rollin' those unhappy thoughts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 25, 2014, 08:45:22 PM
If you insist. Losing weight is easy: eat less, move more - but as a habit, not an in-between.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 25, 2014, 08:48:02 PM
For me losing weight won't be about eating less, just eating better. Moving more is right though - shift work leaves me permanently exhausted, but being overweight is at least half of that, a kind of vicious circle. I've broken it before though and lost the weight, so there really is no excuse. Hoping to do so again once I've finally moved house and got settled in.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 25, 2014, 08:51:57 PM
I wish you all the best. Never had any problem myself, because, basically, I move on foot or bicycle, if need be by public transport, by car only in case of emergency or if there is really no other way. Admittedly, if you live in the outback in Australia, that may be a different matter. Depends if a horse would be a economical alternative there (in Belgium that would be far too expensive).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 25, 2014, 09:08:14 PM
Haha, no, I drive to work unless I work the day shift, in which case I get public transport. I live 30km away from work, and riding a bike is pretty life-threatening in Sydney. A small minority do it near the city, but they rank disproportionally amongst road fatalities and injuries.

I used to live 3km from work, and used to work in the warehouse section. When those two things changed the weight crept up.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on October 25, 2014, 09:10:50 PM
Is riding a bike still life pretty threatening, if you are on the night shift?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 25, 2014, 09:16:18 PM
Not going in, but going home it is. I leave for home at 7am, it takes an hour by car and that's taking the highway. Sydney suffers from extremely poor planning of its infrastructure, a legacy of its beginnings as a convict colony. It's a low density sprawl without world-class trains, and without the highways that you need if you don't have the trains. At one stretch the main highway that services the western suburbs where I live is down to 2 lanes each way.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on October 25, 2014, 09:27:55 PM
TWO lanes ......... Luxury.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on October 25, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
I don't generally post here but I will right now.

Just spanked my daughter for the first time.  She turns 4 in December.  I adore her, but she squeezed one of our new cats so hard it shit all over her bedroom after she came out during nap and brought him back in with her.  She didn't seem to grasp the severity of the situation and just kept laughing.  It was a tough decision but I gave her a good whack and stuck her in time out.

I have never had an issue with spankings.  I was on the receiving end of a belt more than a few times as a kid.  But we have never had a reason to do it to her.  I hated it but it took her out of the silly mode and had her realize that we weren't joking around.  She knew what she had done was wrong because she used her blanket to clean it up and stuffed the blanket in her closet...
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Post by: Ursa Doom on October 25, 2014, 11:06:18 PM
You should probably talk to her about it so there is no lingering confusion for her.
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Post by: phillyt on October 26, 2014, 08:37:24 AM
We did and she seems to get it now.  The spank took her out of the laughing mode she was in at least and got her attention.
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Post by: Sig on October 26, 2014, 08:52:43 AM
Was the spank for hurting the cat or making a mess?
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Post by: phillyt on October 26, 2014, 10:44:55 AM
The cat.  The mess was nothing really, well it was shit, but it is a hard wood floor so no biggie.

Really it was because she seemed unfazed that we were shocked and a little horrified that she would harrass the cat to the point where it looked and acted shell shocked for three hours after the fact.  She was laughing at how upset we were.

She at least listened after the spank, which was one time about 20% of how hard it could have been, but enough to make her realize we were serious.  She listened and didn't seem as bothered as I was having to have done it.
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Post by: patsy02 on October 26, 2014, 01:40:17 PM
Don't let it get to you, the alternative is having a kid who doesn't understand not to man handle pets.
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Post by: Sig on October 26, 2014, 04:56:53 PM
Yeah, I would have done the same thing Phil.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on October 27, 2014, 07:01:16 AM
It is sometimes the only way to get the message through. Keep it as an exception, and you'll be fine.
I nowadays just raise my hand, give them the cold stare and ask "Must I ?"

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on October 27, 2014, 07:43:27 AM
My son is too young to spank, but he can tell by my tone when he's done something I don't like.
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Post by: oak_prince on October 29, 2014, 07:06:30 PM
I sorely miss playing tabletop RPGs back in HS/College when most of my friends didn't have any real obligations and cell phones were luxury portable telephones and not ubiquitous miniature distraction computers.

At the risk of sounding snobby, I feel like I have to make a lot of *ahem* compromises when forming a group or I don't get to play at all. One player gets dragged away from the game by his temperamental girlfriend regularly. Another doesn't have a lot going for her outside of the games she's in and starts drama over stuff that happens in-game. In my "glory days" I wouldn't have either in my group.
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Post by: Grutch on October 29, 2014, 07:52:51 PM
It is sometimes the only way to get the message through. Keep it as an exception, and you'll be fine.
I nowadays just raise my hand, give them the cold stare and ask "Must I ?"

I reserve that disciplinary tool for the more egregious of offenses and I hate doing it. 
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on October 30, 2014, 07:21:53 AM
It is sometimes the only way to get the message through. Keep it as an exception, and you'll be fine.
I nowadays just raise my hand, give them the cold stare and ask "Must I ?"

I reserve that disciplinary tool for the more egregious of offenses and I hate doing it.


Same here
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Post by: Ursa Doom on October 30, 2014, 10:15:04 AM
Yeah, I hate that my friends I used to play RPG with has no free time for it and now neither have I.
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Post by: Finlay on October 31, 2014, 09:05:32 PM
My wifes making me watch scary film with her for halloween

and she wont let me watch "let the right one in", instead making us go for english remake "let me in" because reading subtitles hurts her eyes... sighhhh
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Post by: Padre on October 31, 2014, 09:56:08 PM
We read the subtitles on everything, even the English stuff on the telly, just so we can keep the sound turned pretty low and lessen the chance of little sleepy boys appearing on the stairs. It  really helps me not miss story-stuff and misunderstand slurred/accented dailogue when I am knackered at the end of the day.
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Post by: Finlay on October 31, 2014, 11:23:55 PM
Really enjoyed the film, the originals meant to be better, should watch it!

I know what you mean about the wee ones.
we had to have the film on volume 30 for dialogue, and volume 10 for music or action.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 01, 2014, 01:20:51 AM
and she wont let me watch "let the right one in", instead making us go for english remake "let me in" because reading subtitles hurts her eyes... sighhhh
Let me know if you need help getting through the divorce.
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Post by: zifnab0 on November 01, 2014, 01:51:57 AM
"House of 1000 Corpses" was on one of the movie channels recently.  My wife refuses to watch it with me.

Probably one of the best horror movies I've seen.
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Post by: Sig on November 01, 2014, 08:25:57 AM
I heard "Let me in" is at least a fairly decent remake.
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Post by: Gneisenau on November 01, 2014, 08:21:54 PM
It's definitely not bad. Slow-paced and gloomy, as it should be. Chloe G.-M. does a great job; I hope she'll get some good roles in the future.

I haven't seen the original though so I cannot compare.
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Post by: Finlay on November 01, 2014, 09:59:34 PM
yup, I enjoyed it.

Chloe really brought across the ambivalence of whether she liked him, or was using him. I might watch origianl!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on November 02, 2014, 09:34:41 PM
Getting out of warhammer.  Really tough decision, but I am down to two other players, only one of whom is really into it.  I am not selling them cut rate.  I'll seek what feels fair to me, but this is completely heartbreaking.  All those hours and all that money, but it isn't a game to play alone!
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 02, 2014, 10:50:55 PM
Getting out of warhammer.  Really tough decision, but I am down to two other players, only one of whom is really into it.  I am not selling them cut rate.  I'll seek what feels fair to me, but this is completely heartbreaking.  All those hours and all that money, but it isn't a game to play alone!


Wut ?

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Post by: stretch_135 on November 03, 2014, 12:03:35 AM
Getting out of warhammer.  Really tough decision, but I am down to two other players, only one of whom is really into it.  I am not selling them cut rate.  I'll seek what feels fair to me, but this is completely heartbreaking.  All those hours and all that money, but it isn't a game to play alone!

Don't do that.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 03, 2014, 02:55:59 AM
At least keep your Ork army! You might want to get back in one day.
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Post by: Sig on November 03, 2014, 03:49:31 AM
Painted armies are worth keeping just to display. They look great.
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Post by: phillyt on November 03, 2014, 01:39:31 PM
I am posting them at what I feel is the "no guilt" price.

It is honestly entirely due to a lack of players.  My best friend still has a modest commitment, but the third guy is a barely there player who just cries whenever we play about how they will lose before a model hits the table.  Yesterday was the last straw.

We were setting up, they cried about my using a stompa at 3000 points despite the Stompa being a completely non competitive choice.

With 3000 points worth of shooting I killed an obliterator, took a hull point off a defiler, immobilized a ravager, wrecked a raider, killed 8 total marines, panicking one unit off the table (one unit of 5 remaining marines).  That was it.  A completely uninspiring shooting phase.  Yet they cried about not having a chance to win.  The 1010 point stompa had no rockets left and had rolled doubles on the gattling gun so it could no longer fire.  The third of my army monster was now a single 7" template with the combat potential of an imperial knight.  They did their movement, still had 15 dark lances and 12 blasters on the DE side alone, did their shooting (which because of snap shots did equally little) and then said they may as well quit because they couldn't win.  Forget the fact that they were playing a completely uncompetitive dredd mob list and had the distinct shooting advantage...

I was livid because this has been typical for almost a year.  We play but as soon as we start there is a defeatist mentality.  A larger problem is that I told them exactly what list I would be running.  One player felt that loading up on lances and blasters would work well on a dredd mob list.  The other player felt a single defiler and two units of obliterators plus a laser cannon in two units of marines would be enough.  So really, there just hasn't been an improvement with these guys and no real will to either purchase the models that they need to finish their armies or a desire to examine tactics and improve that way. 

Warhammer has become a chore since there is no joy and rarely do we seem to have a really good time.  With the limited time to play, we may as well swap to something like RPG or board games rather than expect a change.  I told my best friend I was going to list my armies.  We didn't end the game on good terms because I essentially said "Fine, lets end it." And we went down stairs.  It was a snowy, wind blasted day but generally we go outside to post game after a game.  As they stood putting on their snow jackets waiting for me to they asked if I was coming outside.  I was pissed and said "Why?  What the F^%&^% is there to post game?  There was no game!"  They left and my buddy called last night to discuss it.  He felt bad they had quit so quickly and I told him of my plan to post my models.  HE tried to think of an alternative, advertising for other players etc. but I told him at this point, in our area, there are none.  At 37 with kids, driving the hour to play at shops wasn't going to be an option either.  I feel he is willing to work at it and play (we got into the game together in 1999) but the third guy is just lazy and has no will to improve or invest.

I am posting my painted armies at high but fair prices ($1000 for the IG, $1500 for my Marines, $3000 for my orks, $800 for my Knights) and will be unlikely to see them sold though I will post that the price is negotiable.

Real bummer but this has been coming for a while.  I love the hobby, but it is almost torture to have and paint models when you cannot play or those few times you do play end up being unenjoyable.
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Post by: Sig on November 03, 2014, 02:07:06 PM
Well it's no secret I've thought your opponents were pathetic scrubs for a long time. But the pleasure of looking at a nicely painted army on the shelf is worth keeping at least the Orks. I don't need to play to enjoy even my piss poor painted marines. Haven't had a game in like a year now. Doesn't bother me.
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Post by: phillyt on November 03, 2014, 02:37:44 PM
Well I posted them at crazy prices, so we will see what happens!

I won't be too sad if I get $3000 for my orks. If they don't sell, I won't be sad in that case either!
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Post by: patsy02 on November 03, 2014, 05:00:53 PM
Phil, you're a heartless monster. How can you care so little for your plastic soldiers?

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Warhammer has become a chore since there is no joy and rarely do we seem to have a really good time.
That is a problem. With the amount of time and personal nature of a single game, you really need chill opponents if you want to have a good time. When you start taking a match between friends too seriously you gotta step back and look at what you're actually doing.

I've heard some shops have mirrors behind the counters so that people who throw tantrums get to see how stupid they look. Maybe you could try that?  :icon_smile:
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Post by: Finlay on November 03, 2014, 05:18:09 PM
dont sell the orks. Sell the others but not the orks. You never know what position you'll be in 10 years time. I regret selling everything i've ever sold, GW wise.

DONT SELL THE BOOTIFUL ORKSES


just play smaller games with your best friend, and leave out the 3rd whiny dude.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on November 04, 2014, 12:04:52 AM
I just rejected a $2000 offer on my orks. I will keep them though a $3000 offer would be tough to refuse...
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Post by: Grutch on November 04, 2014, 08:39:33 AM
Such a depressing post. 
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Post by: Realjuan on November 04, 2014, 10:02:27 AM
Sorry to hear that, and I saw your other post. Great armies. I am really expecting a big change on GW for January (CEO leaving, stock price going down, sales not improving, etc) in case you want to wait a few months more.
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Post by: phillyt on November 04, 2014, 03:05:29 PM
Such a depressing post.

Sarcasm? lol

It really is painful in a way.  I LOVE the game.  I love to play.  But it isn't a game that allows for solo play.  It takes players, and I just don't want to pack models, drive an hour, play a game, pack models, and drive home.  Lacking players who are willing and interested, culling some of my models just seems like a good idea.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 04, 2014, 05:34:24 PM
You are welcome to come over and play against me ANY time Phil...
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 04, 2014, 08:32:57 PM
Great. I think a girl is head over heels in love with me but I'm unsure how I feel about her.
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Post by: Grutch on November 04, 2014, 09:05:34 PM
Such a depressing post.

Sarcasm? lol

It really is painful in a way.  I LOVE the game.  I love to play.  But it isn't a game that allows for solo play.  It takes players, and I just don't want to pack models, drive an hour, play a game, pack models, and drive home.  Lacking players who are willing and interested, culling some of my models just seems like a good idea.

Not Sarcasm at all.  I was sad to see that you sold off your fantasy armies.  It just reminds me how GW is committing corporate suicide out in the open.   I know plenty of people who would love to play Warhammer 40k and Fantasy but the prices are cost prohibitive.  I'm surprised as an educator you can't start a little warhammer club in your area with the highschooler and slowly build up some armies over the year.   The problem of course is $$$  and GW is asking too much.  Shake your fist at the uncaring sky. 

-Grutch
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Post by: phillyt on November 05, 2014, 01:56:47 PM
The entry cost is prohibitive, and the issue with people coming and using one of my armies is that they are not in any way vested in the army. There isn't much reason to get better with it or identify with it.

I have decided that unless I get $3000 on the nose, I am not considering selling my orks.  I would rather look at them on a shelf while sipping cognac than take less than they mean to me.  I was offered $2500 and $2250 and $2000 over the last three days on them and said no to all of them.  I have an offer of $1000 for my Marines, but I am going to say no to that one.  I have a guy offering around $1250 - $1500 that requested additional pictures to establish exactly what the painting style is.  I will accept $1250 for them I think.  Which to be honest, KILLS me.  But they do nothing on the shelf for me.  If I keep the orks and IG (no offers at all on them) I at least have enough to play with my kids or another person should they visit.
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Post by: Sig on November 06, 2014, 12:59:16 AM
I can see selling the marines or IG, but the Orks have too much emotional investment. I'd happily sell any of my Fantasy stuff, but not my Marines.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on November 07, 2014, 12:57:10 AM
Oil furnace just died.  $3000 replacement.

Looks like I am taking a lower offer on my marines after all!
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 07, 2014, 09:41:56 AM
Well, that sucks.
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Post by: phillyt on November 07, 2014, 10:41:13 AM
Well, that sucks.

Pretty funny isn't it?  I guess though this has turned positive.  I can now turn some of my excess hobby items into something that will help my family!

Sadly, after taking extra photos, I had sort of flipped to not wanted to sell them...
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 07, 2014, 11:24:29 AM
That's the curse of nostalgia.
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Post by: phillyt on November 07, 2014, 12:57:12 PM
The worst part is we were told the only reason we didn't die was because we have a drafty basement and don't run the heat on high at night.  Our house was full of carbon monoxide.  I am going to kill our regular burner guy.
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Post by: BAWTRM on November 07, 2014, 01:08:24 PM
Wow man, that was a close one! How about installing one of those carbon-monoxide detectors eh?
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Post by: phillyt on November 07, 2014, 01:17:14 PM
We have three!  I asked him why none of them ever tripped!  He said that they are weird.  He said he had seen houses where they could detect high levels of CO but the house's detectors didn't go off.  What the hell is the point in having them!

Apparently the draftiness of the house combined with us turning it down at night saved us.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 07, 2014, 01:48:24 PM
Okay. That's quite something.  :ph34r:

Good thing nothing truly bad happened.
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Post by: BAWTRM on November 08, 2014, 08:01:05 PM
Man, it's so easy to imagine how wrong such a thing could have gone. Tragedy in X, family dies from carbon monoxide poisoning.

And we all might never have known. PhillyT just disappeared from the forums, maybe he got depressed with the hobby after announcing he was going to sell his armies?

Weird stuff, scary stuff.
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Post by: phillyt on November 08, 2014, 08:48:16 PM
Totally crazy!

It happens around here once and a while, but not generally from a furnace!  People end up putting generators or gas heaters in an enclosed space and dying.  The CO was diluted through the entirety of the house rather than a small space, but still just a crazy chain of events!
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Post by: Finlay on November 09, 2014, 12:04:57 AM
time to ligthen the tone with first world moaning!

the last episode of Dr Who was fucking shit.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 09, 2014, 03:04:29 AM
Was it the Daleks again? Because that shit's getting old.
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Post by: S.O.F on November 09, 2014, 04:37:04 AM
Was it the Daleks again? Because that shit's getting old.

No there was only one Dalek episode this season where Tyres was a captain of some ship fighting Daleks and Dolorous Ed got killed by Dalek 'anti-bodies'...

No the new episode had Cybermen...and a huge giant death cloud thing...

Overall I found it meh but then as I didn't watch it live and skipped forward anytime I was getting to the point where it started to hit my pain receptors. Could have really done without Cyber Brigadier...
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 09, 2014, 11:24:55 AM
They should really make up something new. It's not that hard. Hell, they could have an evil Doctor from a parallel universe and that would be more fun than Dalek and Cybermen. Or did they already do that?
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Post by: Finlay on November 09, 2014, 12:33:26 PM
They should ban daleks for like 5 seasons.

CybermEn are almost as bad.

The episode didn't suck because of cybermen though.
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Post by: phillyt on November 09, 2014, 12:41:08 PM
Is this new doctor good?  I stopped watching when David Tennant left.
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Post by: Finlay on November 09, 2014, 01:20:11 PM
I really like him and have enjoyed the series in general, there was one previous duff episode before the finale.
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Post by: S.O.F on November 11, 2014, 01:21:45 AM
Argh....found the 2nd Edition Warhammer Rules on Ebay for $5, bought them to have...box arrived today contains partial 4th edition set...hopefully just an error on the seller but I hope those 2nd Edition rules didn't end up somewhere I can't get to them. Rather annoyed right now.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 11, 2014, 07:53:45 AM
Well, my grandpa has passed away.

It was not unexpected at the age of 91 but it's still sad.
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Post by: b0007452 on November 11, 2014, 07:11:34 PM
Sorry to hear, best wishes.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 11, 2014, 08:50:27 PM
Thanks. My mom is really the one taking it hard, though.
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Post by: Finlay on November 15, 2014, 11:49:42 PM
The hobbif film really is shit.
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Post by: Gneisenau on November 16, 2014, 12:13:29 AM
The hobbif film really is shit.

Unconditionally?
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Post by: Finlay on November 16, 2014, 12:27:50 AM
Yup.
just put it on Netflix with bro in law and his bf, and it's worse than I remembered.
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Post by: Gneisenau on November 16, 2014, 12:37:18 AM
Well, on the plus side, I'm happy that you get along with your wife's siblings. :-)
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Post by: phillyt on November 16, 2014, 01:52:34 AM
The hobbif film really is shit.

So shit that I haven't even watched the second one yet!

I remember when we were all going rounds about it, I said Peter Jackson couldn't screw them up.  I trusted him.

He fucking blew it and I was wrong.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 16, 2014, 02:34:45 AM
To be fair. The original LOTR movies aren't exactly perfect movies either. The last one in particular has too many endings and the ghost army is one of the worst anti climaxes ever.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 16, 2014, 05:28:07 AM
You can glimpse some of the Hobbitness in the worst parts of LOTR, like the ghost army. The Hobbit, however, is 80% Hobbitness.

Jackson caught the Lucas disease.  :-(

Should've seen it coming though, King Kong was OK at best, and These Lovely Bones was just awful.
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Post by: S.O.F on November 16, 2014, 06:20:56 AM
I still love Fellowship, I think that was quite well done and the added and subtracted makes sense for a film script. LotR/Hobbit films really start to lose me at Two Towers, after I'd say the first Hobbit was better for less 'ugh' factor but still. I'd never give Peter Jackson the Lucas award for poor film making, there are still real sets, good cinematography, models and things in the new Hobbit...stuff Lucas abandoned...also that Lucas is at best an ideas guy not a director first Star Wars was saved in editing and the the last two of the good set were directed by competent filmmakers, so not Lucas.

 The Hobbit suffers from the need form more 'ACTION' issue. I can see a faithful representation of the Hobbit along with the parts of LotR to give it context taking three films but the level of schlock in these is amazing. Why couldn't Beorn just be book Beorn...I thought that was rather exciting enough, Gandalf's trickery plan and all. Hell I'd rather have the Bombur fucks up and ends up asleep from the magical river then that damned barrel fight scene.

Sadly I still think I'm picking up a copy of the second Hobbit extended to see the bits from the cutting room floor...they will probably be better than what made it in theaters
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Post by: Finlay on November 16, 2014, 09:02:59 AM
I like all three lotr films a lot, despite the last one definitely having too many endings!

I enjoyed the second hobbits a lot more, but I'm certain the same thing which annoyed me about 1 were also there, I just had lower expectations. They just added too much action.

And yes, I get on with all my in laws, which is awesome!
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 16, 2014, 10:59:12 AM
I rather like the Hobbit movies, myself. They remind me of Jacksons earlier movies and Xena.
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Post by: Aldaris on November 16, 2014, 11:03:52 AM
Hm - being reminded of Xena while watching the Hobbit is not exactly positive in my book!



That's like saying you really liked Matrix because it reminded you of Born to Fight 7 or something.
 :wink:
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 16, 2014, 11:54:32 AM
Different strokes for different folks.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 16, 2014, 07:21:37 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dF3VTOcbuo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dF3VTOcbuo)

Ay yiss, that 90's cheese
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Post by: Gneisenau on November 16, 2014, 07:24:42 PM
On the subject of Xena, I remember that I was quite flabbergasted when I realized that the same actress plays Lucretia in "Spartacus".

First world cosmetics and good make-up, I know, but still.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 16, 2014, 07:32:08 PM
You didn't recognise her? She looks identical, except with a red wig.

I had trouble placing her at first, but that's because I haven't seen Xena in 15 years.
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Post by: Gneisenau on November 16, 2014, 07:50:44 PM
Exactly!

Also, the name is a bit of a giveaway.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 16, 2014, 08:02:45 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dF3VTOcbuo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dF3VTOcbuo)

Ay yiss, that 90's cheese

I wish I could get Xena on Netflix. It would be perfect to put on in the background when painting.
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Post by: Realjuan on November 16, 2014, 10:29:50 PM
Xena is my type of woman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cB4BIeHSCk
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Post by: BAWTRM on November 20, 2014, 02:45:50 PM
Flu has managed to get its claws into me, making me miss a BFG appointment with Aldaris and all in all not making me able to do a lot. No "let's play computer games all day!". In the meantime I've got several things at work that need to be finished this week. Can't do much about that except fret, better be completely better on monday as I'll need to power through the work load.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 20, 2014, 10:24:53 PM
...a diorama dedicated to all those fighting addiction.

... wait, that doesn't sound super-villainous at all?!

In fact, addiction is the most evil super-villain I've ever seen. You look into the face of a real beauty and know all she sees in the mirror is she's ugly because that is what her husband's addiction has been telling her day by day by day, and years later there's only a spark of life left in her. There are days when you just want to punch that super-villain right into his grinning face, but you know damn well the only thing you can do is get on your knees and start praying because she has to find the last strength to crawl back and reach out for help herself. If she doesn't, it'll be death (and no, that isn't a metaphor). Today is such a day.
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Post by: Finlay on November 21, 2014, 09:19:58 AM
I left mymodelling clippers out and Ted pulled them onto his face :(
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 21, 2014, 11:11:43 AM
Oh no! I hope he's OK.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 21, 2014, 11:15:20 AM
I have so much work, IRL problems and other shit to do, that I haven't glued anything in two weeks and the last mini I've painted was from 2013 and it was a Space Marine. :unsure:
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Post by: Ursa Doom on November 21, 2014, 11:50:59 AM
I know that problem all too well.
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Post by: Aldaris on November 21, 2014, 12:23:55 PM
I have so much work, IRL problems and other shit to do, that I haven't glued anything in two weeks and the last mini I've painted was from 2013 and it was a Space Marine. :unsure:

Do you have any friends that are in the hobby as well? If so, try setting up a regular (weekly?) painting/modelling/gluing session. One can still talk, watch something and have a beer or two, but you also get some hobby stuff done. Works for me!
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 21, 2014, 12:35:44 PM
I have so much work, IRL problems and other shit to do, that I haven't glued anything in two weeks and the last mini I've painted was from 2013 and it was a Space Marine. :unsure:

Do you have any friends that are in the hobby as well? If so, try setting up a regular (weekly?) painting/modelling/gluing session. One can still talk, watch something and have a beer or two, but you also get some hobby stuff done. Works for me!

I have but we're running a regular (5 year old) RPG group and while I'd be able to squeeze one more evening for painting/modelling, they don't seem to bother, and they're working less than me and don't have private life. :/
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Post by: Realjuan on November 21, 2014, 12:40:34 PM
Blood tests came back, seems like the only thing keeping blood flowing is that I am "young".  Waiting to talk to a doctor to confirm.
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Post by: Midaski on November 21, 2014, 02:17:46 PM
Blood tests came back, seems like the only thing keeping blood flowing is that I am "young".  Waiting to talk to a doctor to confirm.
What the hell have you been up to?
Too much smiling?
 :engel:
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Post by: Realjuan on November 21, 2014, 04:00:26 PM
According to the blood results thats the only thing I did.

Hoping for a simple solution and to put my body back on track.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 22, 2014, 07:42:24 PM
That sucks. Is it your heart?
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Post by: Realjuan on November 22, 2014, 09:12:57 PM
Heart is okay, but cholesterol levels are just going up and up. Three years ago I had double the max cholesterol (LDL/HDL) level and now its higher. I still weight the same and I thought I was doing more exercise, but test dont show it.

Checking with a few doctors next week, and getting better tests done.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 30, 2014, 07:23:55 PM
Hey, that was supposed to be a last minute Xmas decoration ...  :-P

(http://i61.tinypic.com/jubpyp.jpg)
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 02, 2014, 03:28:44 PM
And now for some first world problems.

Yesterday one of my players said he won't play with us anymore. His vague excuses about the lack of time and what not were dismissed by me when he told us that the Old World atmosphere simply didn't stick with him. He joined our group two years ago, when we've played Dark Heresy, but later dropped it due to it being pure shit. However he never really accepted this (he's a 40K nut) and when we've played H:TR made a habit of showing his displeasure. I've decided to change the game system to WFRP (even tough everyone else wanted to play H:TR and I had to scrape my home made campaign) so that he might have more fun, and for a time it looked like it, until yesterday. It was a double shame since the current game was really tailored for 4 players, and now I only have 3 (including one who is more of a "come-and-go" kind of player) and the whole game changing was made purely so that he would stick with us. Alas, "no Dark Heresy, no more playing with you boys".

People can be really undependable sometimes...
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Post by: Ursa Doom on December 02, 2014, 03:38:54 PM
Tell me about it. We're doing a group project in class where we are filming a movie and one of the guys that we need to put in a lot of scenes said he couldn't make it yesterday or today either. We are supposed to have it done in a week and we still have a lot of stuff we need to finish. This is made extra tricky because we are shooting the entire thing in a theatre and we can only use it at specific times. One of the girls that is holding the entire thing together also ended up being hospitalised the other night but still managed to come the next day anyway. So now I have to worry about my classmates health as well.

But at least this group is more dependable than my last where I was forced to present our entire project in class by myself because no one showed up and apparently no one had done anything so there was nothing to present.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 02, 2014, 03:59:44 PM
Yeah, I feel exactly the same ATM. Oh well, life goes on and all that. It's just the dissapointment that gets me and the lack of camaredrie. For shame. :unsure:
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Post by: Finlay on December 02, 2014, 06:44:52 PM
And that's why group work at school is bulshit
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Post by: Ursa Doom on December 02, 2014, 07:26:12 PM
Yeah, it is. But at least I'm getting better at taking charge of the group when too many people are idle.
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Post by: Gneisenau on December 02, 2014, 10:03:52 PM
And that's why group work at school is bulshit

Tu quoque? I thought that was just me.

Though you are the first leftie I have encountered who shares that notion.  :icon_wink:
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Post by: Aldaris on December 02, 2014, 10:20:15 PM
Then you haven't been looking very hard...
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Post by: Gneisenau on December 02, 2014, 10:23:30 PM
I haven't been looking at all.

I paid some schoolkids to team up and do the looking, but for some reason they were very inefficient.
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Post by: Aldaris on December 02, 2014, 11:05:36 PM
I'm sure in the end, one of them did all the looking anyway so all of 'em could take shared credit.
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Post by: Finlay on December 03, 2014, 11:00:31 AM
Training you to work in groups, as you’ll need to at work. Except at work each person earns their own pay (and is an adult).
Where as at school the entire group gets one set of credit. I was fairly studious, and if you’re lucky you’d get one other person in a group who was bothered to do anything. And I went to a good school in a nice area.
God I fucking hated group work.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on December 03, 2014, 04:04:10 PM
Great. My gloves are gona. Either someone from the group took them or I dropped them somewhere.

Groupwork. Not even once!
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Post by: oak_prince on December 04, 2014, 02:28:59 AM
I've had a lot of horrible groupwork experiences. The first one that comes to mind is a guy knocking on my dorm room's door at 5 AM the day the project was due explaining that he needed help with his half. On another occasion, a guy who didn't answer his phone or e-mail from the rest of the group for 6 weeks swooped in at the last minute suddenly wanting to help. I wanted to tell him to piss off and make sure the professor knew that he didn't help. The rest of the group assigned him the task of editing and compiling our writings.  :eusa_wall:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on December 04, 2014, 06:29:53 AM
Burying my father-in-law today. 61y old, cancer...
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 04, 2014, 11:30:32 AM
Burying my father-in-law today. 61y old, cancer...

So sorry to hear that. My sincere condolences, especially to An.
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Post by: Finlay on December 04, 2014, 12:25:36 PM
Burying my father-in-law today. 61y old, cancer...
that sucks ass Soth. hugs and condolences to all of you, especially An.
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Post by: Aldaris on December 04, 2014, 12:50:38 PM
My sincere condolences, Peter and An.
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Post by: Rhaegal on December 04, 2014, 01:27:55 PM
My sincere condolences to your family.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on December 04, 2014, 02:18:08 PM
My condolences. I have gone to two family members funerals in the last two months so you got my sympathies in these dark times.
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Post by: Gankom on December 04, 2014, 02:58:37 PM
Condolences from this end as well. It can be a tough time but hold in there and remember all the good times.
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Post by: phillyt on December 04, 2014, 03:17:30 PM
Sorry to hear that Soth.  My condolences.
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Post by: Gneisenau on December 04, 2014, 10:59:10 PM
My condolences, Soth.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 05, 2014, 07:31:25 AM
Very sorry to hear that Soth. My condolences.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on December 05, 2014, 10:09:20 AM
Thanks all.
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Post by: Realjuan on December 05, 2014, 09:53:03 PM
My condolences Soth and Family.

Sorry for delay.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 08, 2014, 08:51:40 AM
Three months ago my closes friend passed away, losing his battle with cancer. I've helped his family organize the funreal, I've wrote the farewell speech. Two days ago I've found out that a person, with whom I've severed all contacts, and after the targedy decided to give him a second chance (they were close), has been using my friend's death to paint himself as a better man and me and a couple of other guys as those  who "never really understood him" and that "only he was his true friend". Sorry for that sentence, I know it's written poorly, but right now I'm shaking so fucking much, that I can't help it.

Oh and for bonus points, that scumbag was the one who introduced drugs to our group. When my friend was dying he was basically a junkie, who spend all of his money on dope.

People are scum.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on December 08, 2014, 09:41:48 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that Xathrodox.  :cry:

I've had a similar problem with my cousin, when I was young I always looked up to him because he was a great hunter and fisher. Then years later he got hooked on drugs, now he does no work and gives my grandma (grandpa passed away a few months ago from cancer, God bless his soul) nothing but trouble as he tries to get her house from her. He's a completely different person that I can never respect.

People aren't scum, they're human and humans have choices. Some just choose to become scum.

Also,  I'm sorry for your loss Soth,  God rest your father-in-law's soul.

I lost both my grandpas to cancer a few months ago, they were both around 80 and both were remarkable human beings. One of them was long retired from the Navy, it took cancer, age and two more illnesses to finally take him down. The other kept losing more mobility day by day but kept living around his home and helping his family despite the difficulties.

They make me proud of the family that I come from.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 08, 2014, 09:54:02 AM
It's the good memories that help us remember our loved ones. I try to remember my friend from before the drugs. You remember you Granddads as living a good and worthy life, despite difficulties.

That's what counts.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on December 08, 2014, 10:44:57 AM
I understand. I'm way to kind to people that are hopeless and let them take advantage of me but at least non of them do drugs. It gets more frustrating by the year because they make no effort to improve their own life or change who they are.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 12, 2014, 09:41:52 PM
Well they announced that our contract at work is not being renewed.  Gotta re-apply for my own job but with a different company.
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Post by: Gneisenau on December 12, 2014, 10:22:48 PM
Annoying. Best of luck!

What work do you do again?
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Post by: Grutch on December 13, 2014, 02:35:49 AM
Sorry Feanor.   On the bright side of things, this gives you plenty of opportunity to find extra girlfriends.
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Post by: Gneisenau on December 13, 2014, 07:06:27 PM
He has to fend them off with a stick already!
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Post by: Midaski on December 13, 2014, 09:13:52 PM
He hasn't lost a job yet - if he was good - and he always seems sensible and efficient to me - then the new company will employ him.

Of course probably not a good idea to talk about fish tanks in the interview ......................  :engel:
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Post by: Gankom on December 13, 2014, 09:50:30 PM
You could argue that the whole fish tank thing shows extreme dedication to getting the job done.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on December 15, 2014, 04:32:22 PM
I've just called the postal service because the tracking information for a parcel I sent hasn't been updated for several days, which is quite unusual because I sent it by express mail and it should have reached its destination by now. So far they haven't been able to find it. It might be lost. The ultimate disaster. It doesn't only contain my work, but the work of three other people.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 15, 2014, 08:33:50 PM
Annoying. Best of luck!

What work do you do again?
Tech support.

Got a call from the new company taking over.  They asked me when my availability is for interview and asked about salary and stuff.  Waiting to get a call back on when exactly my interview is.  Luckily its in the same building and I don't have to hitch hike to their corporate office or some such.
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Post by: Rhaegal on December 17, 2014, 11:19:21 AM
Sometimes its not so clear if it's a unhappy or happy thought.

Today I have my "first" (the very first was 26 years ago) renal dialysis. For the second time I have to wait for a transplant kidney.
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Post by: Aldaris on December 17, 2014, 12:44:27 PM
Shit. All the best to you, I hope you'll get a transplant in no time at all!
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Post by: phillyt on December 17, 2014, 12:51:46 PM
Sometimes its not so clear if it's a unhappy or happy thought.

Today I have my "first" (the very first was 26 years ago) renal dialysis. For the second time I have to wait for a transplant kidney.

Crap, sorry to hear that!  Good luck!

I guess my filling falling out isn't such an important thing to share here now!
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 17, 2014, 02:05:08 PM
Sometimes its not so clear if it's a unhappy or happy thought.

Today I have my "first" (the very first was 26 years ago) renal dialysis. For the second time I have to wait for a transplant kidney.

Keeping my fingers crossed. All the best to you Rhaegal.
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Post by: Realjuan on December 17, 2014, 03:04:42 PM
Good luck with the transplant. That reminds me that I should join the marrow transplant list (as a donor), but I am a little scare of it.
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Post by: thorimm on December 20, 2014, 03:25:23 PM
Tried to 3D print a miniature in a so-called Fab lab. Nice peoples, cool stuff, but alas the miniature printing didn't work out.  :cry:
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Post by: Ursa Doom on December 31, 2014, 03:34:27 PM
I have a terrible cold and lost my voice. The only way I can form words is sounding like a chainsmoking pirate.
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Post by: patsy02 on January 02, 2015, 10:24:14 AM
I had a cold once that fucked my voice so hard that I could legitimately sing an OK version of Old Man River.

And good luck with the operation, Rhaegal.
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Post by: b0007452 on January 02, 2015, 06:28:57 PM
So my girlfriend is now an ex-Girlfriend. Unfortunately I feel you never get used to the first few days after being dumped. Nevertheless it's the start of a New Year so I'd better not sit and mope around in self pity for too long.
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Post by: Gneisenau on January 02, 2015, 09:35:47 PM
I'm sorry for you, b. That sucks. :icon_neutral:

Be nice to yourself.
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Post by: Dunrik on January 06, 2015, 04:48:31 PM
So my dad just came home from the hospital. Earlier today he found my grandmother in the dark in her apartment unconscious after suffering a massive stroke. There is apparently no hope that she will come back. The worst part is however that my oldest brother left for Dallas on Sunday for a 2 month long course. So far we have been unable to contact him. 
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on January 07, 2015, 02:40:26 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that Dunrik,  you have my sincerest condolences.  :cry: May God bless your grandmother's soul, I'll say a prayer for her tonight. I hope you are able to contact your older brother, this is a thing only family can get you through.
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Post by: Finlay on January 07, 2015, 10:22:59 AM
that sucks dunrik
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Post by: Gneisenau on January 07, 2015, 10:51:16 PM
So my dad just came home from the hospital. Earlier today he found my grandmother in the dark in her apartment unconscious after suffering a massive stroke. There is apparently no hope that she will come back. The worst part is however that my oldest brother left for Dallas on Sunday for a 2 month long course. So far we have been unable to contact him.

I don't really know what to say except that I am very sorry for you. All the best for you and your family.
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Post by: Dunrik on January 07, 2015, 11:03:23 PM
Thanks guys.

He called back not long after I posted here and arrived back home earlier today. We visited the hospital yesterday to say our goodbyes and not long after we left she slept in with my father holding her hand. So it is over now. It is at least some comfort to know she didn't suffer. The doctor said her stroke knocked her out more or less instantly.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 08, 2015, 09:07:20 AM
My condoleances. But at least she went peacefully...
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 20, 2015, 03:59:10 PM
Argh! I cannot stream movies on my TV - my notebook doesn't have HDMI, and Grundig doesn't support Flash Player and offer an app for Amazon Prime yet. The customer service has just told me many people have been complaining about the same problem, but Grundig isn't planning to change that in the near future.  :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: If I had bought a Sony, Samsung or LG, it would be no problem.  :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall: :eusa_wall:

Is there another solution than 'buy a new TV set or a new notebook'?  :eusa_wall:
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Post by: Ursa Doom on January 20, 2015, 04:13:34 PM
You could buy an Android device that you plug into the HDMI slot that lets you use it like a smart TV so you would be able to run flash through the device. It's cheaper than buying a new TV.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 20, 2015, 04:23:07 PM
A VGA adapter wouldn't solve the problem because I don't have sound then, would it?  :unsure:
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Post by: Ursa Doom on January 20, 2015, 04:31:33 PM
No idea. I have never used one.
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Post by: Dunrik on January 20, 2015, 05:13:17 PM
A VGA adapter wouldn't solve the problem because I don't have sound then, would it?  :unsure:
No, VGA is pure video I'm afraid (and kinda wasted on modern TVs anyway because of low resolution).
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Post by: Realjuan on January 20, 2015, 05:18:40 PM
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/faqs/Connect-Laptop-to-TV/

Select "VGA" and see one option (you can get a vga-hdmi cable).

The other option is to use soudn from your computer and watch the movie on the tv. I do this because I can normally put the computer behind the tv, and still have a great sound. (at least with old computer). This doesnt work too well if you have a decent tv :D or tv room.

You could get an adapter like this   (http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-HDMI-Male-to-VGA-With-Audio-HD-Video-Cable-Converter-Adapter-1080P-for-PC-/231190953473) but its still going to be two cables, but be a "little" less messy.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 20, 2015, 06:27:43 PM
Thank you! You've brightened up my day. Hopefully, my next post about streaming movies will be in Happy thoughts.  :::cheers:::
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Post by: patsy02 on January 20, 2015, 07:21:17 PM
Quote
and kinda wasted on modern TVs anyway because of low resolution
Not really, 'modern' VGA cables can handle 2048×1536 @60Hz.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on January 21, 2015, 10:38:27 PM
Patsy is right. Juan as well. A VGA adapter with audio cable is the answer. Happy thought: Guess who's able to stream movies on her TV now and has just watched World War Z (good movie BTW).  :biggriin:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 22, 2015, 08:57:51 AM
I've just found out that my office buddy has the leukemia... again. He thought that it was gone, but it's still here. He's a 21 year-old kid. Christ...
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Post by: Ursa Doom on January 22, 2015, 09:43:24 AM
That sucks. Some people just can't seem to catch a break. You should probably make sure to support him in some way just because mood does factor into the physical condition when facing potential death.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 22, 2015, 10:07:02 AM
That sucks. Some people just can't seem to catch a break. You should probably make sure to support him in some way just because mood does factor into the physical condition when facing potential death.

Last year I've lost my closest friend to this shit. I'll call him today and me and my GF will donate blood at the beginning of next week.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on January 22, 2015, 10:11:21 AM
I do hope it works out for him. 21 is way to early for anyone to die.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 22, 2015, 11:30:33 AM
I do hope it works out for him. 21 is way to early for anyone to die.

Things like that should not happen to anyone... I pray that he'll get through it...
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Post by: Ursa Doom on January 22, 2015, 11:53:43 AM
I have just accepted that bad things happens to good people and life is unfair for most of humanity. It's the reason why we must always try, even if things seem dire and hope for a better tomorrow.
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Post by: Sig on January 22, 2015, 12:05:06 PM
See if you qualify for donating Apheresis, plasma or platelets doesn't matter. More useful than whole blood these days.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 22, 2015, 01:04:10 PM
See if you qualify for donating Apheresis, plasma or platelets doesn't matter. More useful than whole blood these days.

I've already did. I'm even in the base for marrow donnors, but this kid needs blood right now.
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Post by: Rhaegal on January 22, 2015, 11:39:57 PM
Patsy is right. Juan as well. A VGA adapter with audio cable is the answer. Happy thought: Guess who's able to stream movies on her TV now and has just watched World War Z (good movie BTW).  :biggriin:

All you need is a VGA to HDMI Adapter and a HDMI cable. The audio signal must be loop into the adapter. There are several standard adapter for this.
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Post by: Realjuan on February 06, 2015, 12:05:21 AM
An old professor of mine has disappeared in Colombia 5 days ago without leaving a trace.

Normally cases like this are connected to robberies using a drug, if the victim has an overdose he never comes backs to his senses. People have been found years later in other cities without knowing who they are, so in most cases is better to hope for anything else.
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Post by: Realjuan on February 18, 2015, 11:41:03 PM
Sadly my old professor was found dead, but at least it stops the suffering of the unknown that his family was suffering.


Great guy, always smiling and optimistic.
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Post by: Aldaris on February 18, 2015, 11:47:47 PM
Shit. That sucks man!
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Post by: phillyt on February 21, 2015, 11:58:42 AM
Bought myself an iPhone 6+ 64 gig from Verizon.  It is locked to a specific number on ordering.  When it arrived at the store and they tried to activate it, it turned out we put the wrong number in for the port, which essentially made the phone useless to port.  They ordered me a new one.

Second one arrived yesterday, a day late.  Put through the port with the right info.  My previous carrier authorized the port, but put it at 3 days, meaning the phone is locked until Monday.  So the phone I paid for last Friday won't be usable until Monday.  And I have spent three hours at the Verizon store watching people sit on hold and/or argue with faceless phone people.

Shit.
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Post by: patsy02 on February 21, 2015, 12:44:21 PM
I don't get it. Why is the phone useless because of a wrong number insertion? Why would they hard lock a phone to a single phone number like that?  :icon_confused:
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Post by: phillyt on February 21, 2015, 01:19:52 PM
It ships with a specific target number on the sim, so you can't get Verizon to buy your phone, then use a different service.  At least, thats what I am getting from them.  But the cell company who owned that number needs to release it. 

This first phone had the wrong number in the sim, and when they attempted to port the number, it closed out the phone.  They can completely erase the phone and sell it in their store, but it can't be used on the plan I have.

The second phone the port went through, but the company owning the number set the date for release at Monday.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 23, 2015, 03:59:37 PM
Dad is in the hospital with an unoperable liver tumour and a bile infection. He's 76 years old and went through a heart attack some time ago. This does not bode well...
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on February 23, 2015, 04:42:05 PM
Sorry to hear that, Xathrodox.
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Post by: patsy02 on February 24, 2015, 07:09:10 PM
Sucks to hear.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on March 24, 2015, 04:37:14 PM
That plane crash is terrible, 150 people dead, among them 16 German pupils and their teachers who should have returned from an exchange today. As a parent whose daughter will participate in such an exchange in October, my thoughts are with their families. It's so terrible. :icon_sad:
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Post by: Aldaris on March 28, 2015, 03:23:51 PM
There was one 17 year old Czech kid I used to play CS:GO with from time to time. Nice kid, good player. A bit clingy, but hey. It was kind of touching actually.

Today in a match I got a hunch he wasn't legit. Looked at the demo, and sure enough, he was wallhacking. Very, very blatantly. Putting his crosshair on people and tracking them through smoke and walls, stuff like that.

I confronted him, he broke down and admitted it, and pleaded and cried. I still unfriended and reported him, but I feel kind of terrible about it, even though it was the right thing to do.

Fuck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on March 30, 2015, 11:42:42 AM
I just saw that my wall has 3 small patches were the paint peel off, and I may have to paint the whole room because of that. Anyone got suggestions on how to cover it up? Other option is to give the girl moving in a few euros and tell her to accept it like that.

I wonder if a little of my Warhammer paints could do the trick.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on March 30, 2015, 12:42:11 PM
Hmmm. Depends on your landlord and what the condition in your tenancy agreement are. AFAIK it's common practice that the tenant has to restore the flat to a condition that is equivalent to how it was before he moved in ("beauty repairs" is the term I think), and that includes paint, specifically. If, for example, the toilet doesn't work anymore it's the responsibility of the landlord to fix it, the tenant however is obliged to make him aware of stuff like that immediately.

As to your specific problem: if you manage to repair the peeling paint so it's not noticeable you might get away with it - otherwise just get a big bucket of white paint, a paint roller and a couple of brushes from a DIY store. Painting one room isn't a big deal, you'll get that done in one day easily, especially if you get a friend to help you.

Is it just paint on the wall or is there wallpaper as well?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on March 30, 2015, 12:51:56 PM
Professional painters sometimes 'fix' this kind of damages, for example when there was damage by humidity, by carefully dabbing a bit of white matt varnish on these tiny spots. Might be enough in your case. If not, I'd go for the solution Aldaris suggested. Painting one room is cheap and only takes a few hours.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: valmir on March 30, 2015, 01:23:00 PM
If there is also a specific Nachmieter(in), then it's also possible to hand it over in un-repaired condition as long as they agree to it. I'm not sure of the specific mechanism for this - presumably the Hausverwaltung needs something in writing from the Nachmieterin. I think in this case, she will need to take over responsibility for the Schönheitsreparaturen.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 30, 2015, 02:07:37 PM
It would depend on how big these flaking patches are and how good your blending skills are.

The flaking would need to be rubbed down until you have the loose bits off and the existing paint edges are firm - then a very light film of filler to even up/level the surface - then paint.

Of course a painting or poster over the patches is easiest.  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on March 30, 2015, 02:48:48 PM
Its 3 little patches with an area smaller than a thumb print each. I did spray some Skull White, and it improved a little. Of course not a great fix, but if the girl is open minded she wont mind. Sadly I didnt get the letter from her, because it takes her close to a month to reply to anything. The landlord/hausmeister knows me, so I hope he will be nice enough to let me fix it after(Weekend). I will throw some Colombian excuses and hope one sticks, i.e. the girl was not able to see the room, but she was willing to take a look and decide after.

I just hope my german doesn't fail me.

The other option is smile, wave and hope he doesn't pay attention to that wall.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on March 31, 2015, 12:01:48 PM
Landlords comes into my room, walks fast turns, points to the wall and says I have to make you paint!!! We have a SPY here! Tried to pull my charms but they did not work and he "dispell" every excuse I threw at him. He was already telling me how much it would cost to get the painter (250 euros) and blah blah, but suddenly a wild roommate appears. The girl that replies every 3 weeks got online and asked me to see the room. She came a few minutes later with her parents (normally not good).

Thankfully I have some of my mom genes and I pull the real state persona, both girl and parents were charmed with the room and decided they will take the room without being painted. They even going to paint it themselves!!!

After a WHOLE night of cleaning and worrying about those stupid 3 dots on the wall, i get to go to the gym and fall to sleep in the sauna. I should also get my whole deposit back, so planning a surprise.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: valmir on April 01, 2015, 06:02:22 PM
That's great news, Juan!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on April 14, 2015, 11:52:00 AM
Today's Matches, I dont give a $hit. Tomorrows I want to watch, but guess who is free today and NOT tomorrow?

Lets hope Porto wins, beat those unemotional Germans!!!  :ph34r:

Efficient football, who wants to watch that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on April 14, 2015, 03:29:44 PM
Me!  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: valmir on April 14, 2015, 05:16:29 PM
Me too. If it's not going to be efficient, then it would need to be pretty spectacularly INefficient to be fun (cf: oldham)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 14, 2015, 08:21:03 PM
Lets hope Porto wins, beat those unemotional Germans!!!  :ph34r:

(http://www.quickmeme.com/img/eb/eb5c40ea92b5b583d67faa509bf8cd37ec3f28c27ec76c88dce201a087a267e4.jpg)

Kidding. I hope Bayern wins.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on April 15, 2015, 08:44:45 PM
Well, that was poor.

Strong performance from Porto though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on April 16, 2015, 08:14:09 AM
The portugese teams don't usually travel to well though - german efficiency should be able to manage a 2-0 win and go through.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on May 23, 2015, 11:44:34 AM
Nothing unhappy, but its random and didnt know where else to post it.

I was dancing with two relative pretty girls, and the only thing on my mind was "Dam they are terrible dancing, its that the T-Rex dance or why does she keep her arms like that?" The other one was having an epileptic episode. I could swear it was inspired by Seinfeld.
(http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view3/1150133/elaine-seinfeld-dance-o.gif)

To make matter worst, going home a guy with questionable social skills came to the girl I was walking with and asked her number. She is not my gf, but he didnt know that. After 5-10 minutes talking, he didnt get the number so I felt bad for him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on May 23, 2015, 12:49:53 PM
And ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on May 31, 2015, 09:08:44 PM
Is there a comfortable spot between A) Your company hates you and is planning to fire you and B) Your company loves you but can't do anything without you and won't leave you the fuck alone when you're not at work? If there is I've yet to find it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on May 31, 2015, 09:32:02 PM
It's called your company is unaware of your existence. It's where I'm at. They forgot to write my last pay check because they forgot I was still employed with them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 03, 2015, 07:46:51 PM
It's called your company is unaware of your existence. It's where I'm at. They forgot to write my last pay check because they forgot I was still employed with them.

I know that feeling. So far I'm at my second month of "pay me for my job you bastards" campaign.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on June 05, 2015, 01:02:59 PM
A relative works for a governmental department which shall remain nameless - after a few months heading his department, he noticed that there was somebody on the payroll who never attended meetings. Questioning the others, they said, yeah, we haven't seen him for a while. He tracked down the guys relatives (his dad) and turned out he had been dead a few months, the dad hadn't had the heart to phone up and stop the pay cheques from being sent. Furthermore, the department decided not to claim them back for fear it would make the press. Now that is antipathy from your employer!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 05, 2015, 02:17:58 PM
Could have been worse. He could still have been attending the meetings....

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: valmir on June 05, 2015, 06:37:01 PM
Wait... "hadn't had the heart" to stop the paychecks?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 05, 2015, 06:47:23 PM
Many Greeks did not have the heart too...

Quote
Almost 120,000 ‘ghost’ pensions are being claimed by Greek families who continue to pocket the money even though their relatives have been dead for years.

Damn those heartless Europeans... Oh, wait - if they had the heart, they cannot be heartless.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Realjuan on June 06, 2015, 06:28:40 AM
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Almost 120,000 ‘ghost’ pensions are being claimed by Greek families who continue to pocket the money even though their relatives have been dead for years.

Lightweights... our dead not only claim pension, salaries, and other benefits but they also go to vote. Thats what I call being a model citizen.

People dead for 20 years have been going to voting stations since I remember, and somehow town with population of a few hundred manage to get hundreds thousand votes during election date.

You thought miracles did not happen
 :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Brontes on June 06, 2015, 06:32:20 AM
Too hot to paint.  :icon_neutral:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on June 06, 2015, 04:52:07 PM
Waiting for summer to kick in over here in Sweden. Can't work on a tan with all the rain and cold winds.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on June 22, 2015, 11:19:32 AM
I've arranged to Umpire a hockey match on the evening of my pregnant wife's birthday, who wants to go out for dinner.

fml.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on June 22, 2015, 01:25:29 PM
Take her out on a hockey date. It'll be romantic, like ice skating in the park.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on June 22, 2015, 04:34:48 PM
Find a restaurant near the rink and run back and forth between the game and the dinner. It'll be just like a TV sitcom.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on June 22, 2015, 04:38:54 PM
Find a restaurant near the rink and run back and forth between the game and the dinner. It'll be just like a TV sitcom.
:eusa_clap:

(she's actually ok about it "we can get a takeaway when you're back, or go out another night" because she is the best and most understanding wife in the world. If she did something similar to me I would lose my shit)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on June 22, 2015, 04:42:27 PM
(she's actually ok about it "we can get a takeaway when you're back, or go out another night"

And you're sure it's not a trap/test?  :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: MrDWhitey on June 22, 2015, 04:49:08 PM
Women are a trap.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on June 22, 2015, 04:51:48 PM
(she's actually ok about it "we can get a takeaway when you're back, or go out another night"

And you're sure it's not a trap/test?  :icon_mrgreen:
No, she is generally pretty fantastic.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on June 22, 2015, 06:46:27 PM
Blink twice if she's behind you right now, Finlay.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on July 02, 2015, 07:51:54 AM
Fined $71 for jaywalking.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 02, 2015, 08:18:54 AM
Gah, that's rough Sig. :|

Here's my own tale of woe. A few days ago I was on my way to my local card shop to buy more Bretonnian figures, I get into a car wreck.

I'm fine and nobody's hurt but the van got smashed up. The real kicker is that the guy who pulled out in front of me didn't have his ID (used his girlfriend's), had run a red light and had his 2 or so year old son in the backseat without a carrier for him. The cops just ignore it all. :x

Also, in the middle of a 105 degree heat wave and finding it hard to work on any sketches.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on July 02, 2015, 08:31:44 AM
Damn, I'll take the $71.

Around here at least he'd get arrested and lose his license, fined etc. The child thing not being in a restraint is what would do it. Unlikely he'd go to jail though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 02, 2015, 08:55:59 AM
Fined $71 for jaywalking.

What actually is that? Crossing the road in the wrong place?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 02, 2015, 08:56:42 AM
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Damn, I'll take the $71

Yeah, my lack of sketches is going to be hell on everyone.  :laugh:

Seriously though, I don't even think he had a license or even insurance. He was quick to say he would pay for damages instead of going to court and he practically hid behind his girlfriend when the cops started asking questions.

Though the cops turned a blind eye, the people in the area were a Godsend as they came rushing to help out and give thanks to the Lord that we all lived.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on July 02, 2015, 09:24:12 AM
I crossed at the right place, just the pedestrian light wasn't green.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 02, 2015, 10:23:14 AM
I crossed at the right place, just the pedestrian light wasn't green.

What a waste of police time!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on July 02, 2015, 10:47:29 AM
Yeah, the policeman said as much when he was giving me the fine. State government policy to make police visible so it looks like they've boosted numbers and are "tough on crime".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 02, 2015, 10:52:39 AM
Count yourself lucky he did not fine you for wasting police time too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on July 02, 2015, 11:07:54 AM
Hah, he was quite friendly. There's a CCTV camera watching him and he has to do his job. It's the government he's pissed off at.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 02, 2015, 12:02:10 PM
Gah, that's rough Sig. :|

Here's my own tale of woe. A few days ago I was on my way to my local card shop to buy more Bretonnian figures, I get into a car wreck.

I'm fine and nobody's hurt but the van got smashed up. The real kicker is that the guy who pulled out in front of me didn't have his ID (used his girlfriend's), had run a red light and had his 2 or so year old son in the backseat without a carrier for him. The cops just ignore it all. :x

Also, in the middle of a 105 degree heat wave and finding it hard to work on any sketches.

Christ, glad that you're ok. The other guy is a complete a-hole, acting like that and putting other people's lives (including his kid) in danger. :x
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on July 02, 2015, 12:59:24 PM
I crossed at the right place, just the pedestrian light wasn't green.

What a waste of police time!

Agreed!

Also, shame on you Sig for Jaywalking!  :wink:

*rings bell* Shame. Shame. Shame. *rings bell*
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 02, 2015, 01:02:41 PM
I crossed at the right place, just the pedestrian light wasn't green.

What a waste of police time!

Agreed!

Also, shame on you Sig for Jaywalking!  :wink:

*rings bell* Shame. Shame. Shame. *rings bell*

Note for RPG: have the watch arrest the party for 'improperly crossing a bridge.'
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: steveb on July 02, 2015, 01:16:47 PM
I crossed at the right place, just the pedestrian light wasn't green.

What a waste of police time!

Agreed!

Also, shame on you Sig for Jaywalking!  :wink:

*rings bell* Shame. Shame. Shame. *rings bell*

Note for RPG: have the watch arrest the party for 'improperly crossing a bridge.'

You mean like not paying the troll at a troll bridge? or crossing side ways?  steveb
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on July 02, 2015, 03:46:19 PM

You mean like not paying the troll at a troll bridge? or crossing side ways?  steveb

God that's awful steveb - ............ I'm so proud of you, and even better it was in response to a rufus "I hate puns" post   :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 02, 2015, 11:50:34 PM
Gah, that's rough Sig. :|

Here's my own tale of woe. A few days ago I was on my way to my local card shop to buy more Bretonnian figures, I get into a car wreck.

I'm fine and nobody's hurt but the van got smashed up. The real kicker is that the guy who pulled out in front of me didn't have his ID (used his girlfriend's), had run a red light and had his 2 or so year old son in the backseat without a carrier for him. The cops just ignore it all. :x

Also, in the middle of a 105 degree heat wave and finding it hard to work on any sketches.

Christ, glad that you're ok. The other guy is a complete a-hole, acting like that and putting other people's lives (including his kid) in danger. :x

I completely agree to both those things as well. Thanks for your concern, friend.  :smile2:

Also, great work on your blog. I liked your book review as well as the AoS rant. Here's hoping that things start getting better for us. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on July 03, 2015, 07:32:36 AM
Well Baron glad you're all good. What a horrible situation. That poor boy of his doesn't stand a chance.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 03, 2015, 08:06:21 AM
Oh indeed, I'm fine as well as the boy and that's what really counts. Well, that and the deadbeat keeps his end of the deal to pay for my van being fixed. I wouldn't put it past him to try and weasel out of it. :dry:

My prayers go out to the boy though. We don't choose our fathers and that can be a real tragedy.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on July 03, 2015, 06:39:16 PM
It's too fucking hot!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 12, 2015, 01:27:13 PM
Gah, that's rough Sig. :|

Here's my own tale of woe. A few days ago I was on my way to my local card shop to buy more Bretonnian figures, I get into a car wreck.

I'm fine and nobody's hurt but the van got smashed up. The real kicker is that the guy who pulled out in front of me didn't have his ID (used his girlfriend's), had run a red light and had his 2 or so year old son in the backseat without a carrier for him. The cops just ignore it all. :x

Also, in the middle of a 105 degree heat wave and finding it hard to work on any sketches.

Christ, glad that you're ok. The other guy is a complete a-hole, acting like that and putting other people's lives (including his kid) in danger. :x

I completely agree to both those things as well. Thanks for your concern, friend.  :smile2:

Also, great work on your blog. I liked your book review as well as the AoS rant. Here's hoping that things start getting better for us. :::cheers:::

Thank you. I hope they will. Reminds me that in Poland for a stunt like that, he'd probably "only" lose his driving license and that's that. The best thing is most of the time people travel to Czech Republic or Ukraine to buy (and it's legal!) thei licenses so he'd probably be back on the road in no time.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 01, 2015, 09:06:40 PM
it's 3 hours past your bed time! go to fucking sleep!

Worst part of being a parent. Drives me mental.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 01, 2015, 09:08:38 PM
Xathrodox86 is your child?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 01, 2015, 09:12:06 PM
if he looks like this, then maybe.

(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg88/nottsfootballfan/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG4148.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 01, 2015, 09:14:11 PM
Clearly a spawn of Chaos. You have my sympathies..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on August 01, 2015, 09:38:20 PM
How old finlay? My daughter is two and a half and I am never able to lie in or have a restful day. It's full on being a dad but fun. Sometimes I miss just getting in the car and going out without gathering toys etc and damn do I miss going caving but I think it is worth it. I think I will have a relapse soon and get back down a mine and not be surrounded by toys and colouring books!

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 01, 2015, 09:44:11 PM
she's 2, my son is 4. My son never pulled this kind of shit, although he wen through a phase waking at 5.30 which was gross.

No lie ins and busy days I can deal with, its the total ruination of the evening that is the worst.

up early- busy day- looking forward to 7.30, some time with the wife, maybe watch a film, play some games, maybe paint some.

nope, fighting an over tired child for hours. I do want some free time, ya dig Violet?!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on August 01, 2015, 10:14:07 PM
We were watching ben and holly at ten thirty last night, little one refused to sleep. Tonight I finally have the tv to myself but I am knackered, stuck goldeneye on but don't know if I will reach the end. I think the problem for me is I love my family but hate my job so every wasted evening or weekend bites that much more.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 01, 2015, 10:14:52 PM
How tough are you on her Finlay - do you let her cry or go in to her?
You have to be tough.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 01, 2015, 10:31:16 PM
Have you considered the advantages of chloroform?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 01, 2015, 11:41:44 PM
I am being unfair because she has chicken pox. Ted's bout was about 3 weeks ago and he slept more, not less... she's always been worse at going to bed than him though. and at the stage where she just gets out of bed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on August 02, 2015, 06:46:44 AM
We have left a child gate up so maisie can't just come into us but at seven this morning there was the rattle of the gate! It sucks when they were ill, last year she had flu and a fever for two weeks, it was scary as hell. My wife has been talking about a gro clock which is supposed to teach them when it's time to get up so they aren't constantly up in the night
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 02, 2015, 11:10:07 AM
With 2 kids we haven't had any lie ins until the youngest turned 5. That was 1 year ago, so the good times have come back (in a fashion). Now we can just send them downstairs to go watch a dvd, some cartoons on the telly or something that we recorded previously.

We only got out at 10:00 this morning, bliss.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 02, 2015, 11:27:05 AM
My 2 year old gets up at 7, so compared to the time I get up for work on the day shift (5:20) 7 is pure luxury, a great weekend sleep-in. He's a good boy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 02, 2015, 05:17:43 PM
I think I would die if I had to get up 5.20 for work. I can get up at 8.20 and be early to work
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 02, 2015, 06:59:52 PM
I've just trapped violet in her room tonight. Lets see if dad's approach works better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Padre on August 02, 2015, 07:24:16 PM
We still have to lie in bed with ours until they are both asleep (I'm doing it now) although we alternate. I turn the screen brightness down, wear headphones and watch stuff on my lap top - BBC Iplayer or dvds. But yeah, I know where you're coming from as we've had some (a LOT) of wholly lost evenings.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on August 02, 2015, 07:41:53 PM
I've recently started taking maisie out with me when I get home from work for a long walk with the dog which has made a bit of a difference as although she goes to bed later she is knackered and seems to go straight to sleep and sleep better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on August 02, 2015, 08:33:13 PM
I think I would die if I had to get up 5.20 for work. I can get up at 8.20 and be early to work

When you work shifts the numbers on the clock stop meaning anything really. Just means I sleep at strange times. My posting history is proof, I think there's no hour under 2% and nothing above 8%.

When Daniel used to wake up every two hours crying for his mum, we eventually had to take action - we just stopped going into his room after lights out for any reason. After three days, he was sleeping twelve hours straight, every night and has ever since. Paediatrician recommended it. It's been a year now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 02, 2015, 08:39:20 PM
Is having kids really something that is so randomly unhappy?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on August 02, 2015, 11:06:01 PM
I don't read it as having kids itself, so much as the odd little things that take getting use to when there's small humans running about.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 02, 2015, 11:09:06 PM
and I did specifically say it was the worst thing about having kids.

Other common complaints (no time for spouse, drifting apart, no sex, less money, restricted travel) either havent happened or don't bother me. It's specifically the lack of evening free time that annoys me, and is certainly an unhappy thought!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on August 02, 2015, 11:34:56 PM
and I did specifically say it was the worst thing about having kids.

Other common complaints (no time for spouse, drifting apart, no sex, less money, restricted travel) either havent happened or don't bother me. It's specifically the lack of evening free time that annoys me, and is certainly an unhappy thought!

Yeah.. try get some painting done with every 5 minutes: "daddy can I do this", "can I have that"
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 03, 2015, 09:26:14 AM
I actually did some painting yesterday morning, set them both up with some paper and their paints, and did a couple of colours on my Dragoon. No idea why I've never done this before!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on August 03, 2015, 10:21:10 PM
Did you or the kids put the paint on the Dragoon?  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 04, 2015, 05:40:46 AM
I'm getting to the stage where I can't get them out of bed....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 04, 2015, 11:23:58 AM
Coach travel!  ::heretic::

In between looking at travel dates, then checking if those dates are OK, then trying to book the tickets, the price went up! Grrrr!  :x
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2015, 11:26:31 AM
how long was it? clear cookies/use an "incognito/private" browser? I think airplane companies sometimes put prices up if you look at them too much!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 04, 2015, 11:32:26 AM
It was the next day, admittedly. I have the browser set to delete everything when it's closed though.

Rage!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2015, 11:32:50 AM
Coach travel!  ::heretic::

In between looking at travel dates, then checking if those dates are OK, then trying to book the tickets, the price went up! Grrrr!  :x

I find that when trying to book Eurotunnel for the Bash waiting for people to make their minds up  .............  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 04, 2015, 11:35:19 AM
Coach travel!  ::heretic::

In between looking at travel dates, then checking if those dates are OK, then trying to book the tickets, the price went up! Grrrr!  :x

I find that when trying to book Eurotunnel for the Bash waiting for people to make their minds up  .............  :closed-eyes:


LOL
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 04, 2015, 11:42:26 AM
Oh! Sorry!
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Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2015, 11:48:06 AM
Don't forget we're booking the IBIS early this year - Before Christmas and then it is first come first serve and tough luck on the late arrivals if there is "no room at the inn" ....................

So this year's hotel the New Flanders, with the reliable room keys  :engel:

Or

There's always the Spiegel  :engel:
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Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2015, 11:49:16 AM
Soth may as well book a room for me at the ibis now.
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Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2015, 11:57:21 AM
Soth may as well book a room for me at the ibis now.

Jan 27th ok?
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Post by: Finlay on August 04, 2015, 12:12:34 PM
thats the planned booking date?

when is bash next year, the same may bank hol time?
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 04, 2015, 04:11:41 PM
At about. Depends on when the holidays are in the week.


we need an extended weekend one

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Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2015, 04:58:31 PM
At about. Depends on when the holidays are in the week.


we need an extended weekend one

Well get on it then  :engel:

We cannot help as we don't know about your strange Belgian public holidays and bridging days.
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Post by: Gneisenau on August 04, 2015, 06:53:08 PM
The "Eurotunnel" issue is about to solve itself, I think.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 04, 2015, 07:08:03 PM
The "Eurotunnel" issue is about to solve itself, I think.


Flooded by immigrants ?

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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 04, 2015, 07:22:08 PM
Hey, more immigrants means more jobs, so DeMorgen tells us. Indeed, the Uk has just increased personnel to handle asylum applications and at least 100 more jobs for Calais security. And, of course, more fencing means more jobs in construction...
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Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2015, 07:23:06 PM
All the time the migrants think they can get through they'll stay there.

You go through British Customs before you enter the tunnel - so there is British land in France.

We'll send in the British army.

Stop and check every vehicle.

The migrants will realise they have no chance of getting in and head for Bavaria.

We'll also send Boris' water cannon for those tyre fires and any French thugs that get in the way.
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Post by: Gneisenau on August 04, 2015, 07:37:42 PM
I love how you British always refer to "Boris' water cannon", thereby showing that there is only one in the entire country. :icon_biggrin:

And you want to send it to Calais?
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 04, 2015, 07:45:06 PM
Well, his water cannon had gotten a lot of exposure in the past....
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Post by: Gneisenau on August 04, 2015, 07:52:50 PM
Well, his water cannon had gotten a lot of exposure in the past....

Are we still talking about the Wasserwerfer 9000, or are we talking about Boris' Johnson?
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 04, 2015, 07:55:13 PM
Boris, of course. But who knows, perhaps he likes to refer to it as Wasserwerfer 9000...
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Post by: Midaski on August 04, 2015, 07:57:48 PM
I'm not sure if he has 2 or 3.

He was supposed to have bought 3, but when Teresa May stopped hi from deploying them, they kept talking about 2.

(Maybe he has the third one secreted away for use on Tube Strikers - if he uses it 'underground' then May's edict will not apply. )
 :engel:
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Post by: Gneisenau on August 04, 2015, 07:59:02 PM
...nah, too easy.
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Post by: Syphon on August 06, 2015, 05:44:09 PM
Not random, very unhappy.
It 's a long story, but a girl I'm crushing on hard is a total bitch.
That is, if stories are to believed. I sent a mail. Never got a reply.
Totally going crazy here. I hate feeling like this. I want back on my old medication to have more mtv generation-ey feelings.
Neither dizzying highs nor terrifying lows. Just meh.
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Post by: red shift on August 06, 2015, 07:05:51 PM
Bad luck. If it's any consolation if it flies, floats or fucks you're probably better off renting.
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Post by: Midaski on August 06, 2015, 09:17:22 PM
Don't believe 'stories' - rely on your actual knowledge.

Are you crushing on what you want her to be, rather than what she is?

Love has to be two way - it's just your imagination if it's not.

When you find the real thing, you'll realise how silly you were.

Yes I am speaking from experience.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 06, 2015, 10:00:07 PM
Yes, love is not a one way street - it needs going back and forth....
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Post by: Sig on August 06, 2015, 10:04:22 PM
Don't believe 'stories' - rely on your actual knowledge.

Are you crushing on what you want her to be, rather than what she is?

Love has to be two way - it's just your imagination if it's not.

When you find the real thing, you'll realise how silly you were.

Yes I am speaking from experience.

Best BT post ever.
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Post by: Syphon on August 07, 2015, 03:31:13 PM
Well there's much more to it, but I won't tell you. You think of me as mildly harmless if somewhat abrasive. If you knew the entire story, I'd probably be the town pariah with the personality of steel wool covered in acid.
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Post by: Midaski on August 07, 2015, 04:03:36 PM
Well there's much more to it, but I won't tell you. You think of me as mildly harmless if somewhat abrasive. If you knew the entire story, I'd probably be the town pariah with the personality of steel wool covered in acid.

Well I think of you as 'one of us' ........................ until proven otherwise.  :engel:
So advice is given without conditions.
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Post by: Syphon on August 08, 2015, 11:54:04 AM
And another happiness disabler... I'm in deep debt, and to fix that I transfered money from my savings account. Which is now almost empty. Let's put it like this. I can't buy an AOS starter box with the money I have in my savings account. Even if I wanted to.
I need money fast. I'm thinking of either selling all my bitz or my mtg collections. Which should I do? Tips? Tricks not to stay poor?
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Post by: patsy02 on August 08, 2015, 12:05:48 PM
Buy some more money. Eat oatmeal and rice every day.

Seriously though, eat cheap and cut off everything that generates bills(except internet and electricity). No nights out, get rid of your credit cards, take out cash instead of using your debit card, only shop for groceries once a week or twice a month.
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Post by: Sig on August 08, 2015, 12:18:50 PM
Might have to move to cheaper accommodation.

Selling some stuff probably isn't a bad option if you have things packed away you never use or think about.
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Post by: Syphon on August 09, 2015, 04:12:08 PM
I'm already leaving as cheaply as I can without being out on the street.
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Post by: Sig on August 09, 2015, 04:18:26 PM
Well, then you've got to do as Patsy said, stop all outgoings that don't pay your debt or keep you alive. No minis, games, booze - nothing. Food/bills/transport to and from work only. Not much else to be said really. If you reduce your outgoings to those levels and are still unable to meet your debts, you might have to move back to your parents and live for free, and if you can't do that, then either get another job or look into bankruptcy.

Guys at work have had some massive debt before and just had to do the above until it was sorted. One found out his wife had two secret credit cards she was using to pay off debts her moron brother had racked up... to the tune of $70k. That's taken three years of austerity to sort out.
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Post by: BAWTRM on August 09, 2015, 04:51:41 PM
....One found out his wife had two secret credit cards she was using to pay off debts her moron brother had racked up... to the tune of $70k. T

Clearly the moronic runs strong in that family! (using credit cards to pay off debts, really....)
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Post by: Sig on August 09, 2015, 05:04:37 PM
Her family are a pack of losers. She's quite successful, the only person in her family earning a decent living. She thought because she made enough that she could cover the cards with her bonus (that my colleague didn't know about either) but when her boss sold the business the new boss stopped doing the bonus, and things went out of control fast.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 10, 2015, 04:28:54 PM
Yesterday I've broke up with my girlfriend. We were together for over a year, but she thinks that we should remain friends only. It's my third one in 5 years...
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Post by: Sig on August 10, 2015, 04:34:55 PM
Sorry mate :(
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Post by: Midaski on August 10, 2015, 04:57:57 PM
Yesterday I've broke up with my girlfriend. We were together for over a year, but she thinks that we should remain friends only. It's my third one in 5 years...

So not a playboy.
So you give a relationship a chance to develop.
So you still haven't found the right one.
Sounds ok to me.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 10, 2015, 05:34:27 PM
Yesterday I've broke up with my girlfriend. We were together for over a year, but she thinks that we should remain friends only. It's my third one in 5 years...

So not a playboy.
So you give a relationship a chance to develop.
So you still haven't found the right one.
Sounds ok to me.

No, I'm definetly not a playboy type. I honestly wanted for that relationship to work out but am still happy to have her as a friend. No ill feelings are between us, unlike the last one. That was an effin' disaster.
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Post by: Sig on August 11, 2015, 09:18:43 AM
http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/police-search-for-man-who-tried-to-have-sex-with-a-dog-in-sydneys-west-20150810-givq2p.html (http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/police-search-for-man-who-tried-to-have-sex-with-a-dog-in-sydneys-west-20150810-givq2p.html)
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on August 11, 2015, 10:13:16 AM
Yesterday I've broke up with my girlfriend. We were together for over a year, but she thinks that we should remain friends only. It's my third one in 5 years...

Sorry to hear that.  :unsure:

I hope you find your perfect match someday. :-)

http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/police-search-for-man-who-tried-to-have-sex-with-a-dog-in-sydneys-west-20150810-givq2p.html (http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/police-search-for-man-who-tried-to-have-sex-with-a-dog-in-sydneys-west-20150810-givq2p.html)

You know, I once read a book about the early pilgrims that this post just brought back to my mind. A man was caught having intercourse with his cow, horse, chicken, dog, sheep, goat and turkey. The villagers lined up the animals and killed each one in front of the freak and then hanged him.

In short, people are messed up and it's a waste of space and money to let the extremely messed up ones live.(imo)
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Post by: Alexis on August 11, 2015, 11:23:54 AM
And another happiness disabler... I'm in deep debt, and to fix that I transfered money from my savings account. Which is now almost empty. Let's put it like this. I can't buy an AOS starter box with the money I have in my savings account. Even if I wanted to.
I need money fast. I'm thinking of either selling all my bitz or my mtg collections. Which should I do? Tips? Tricks not to stay poor?

Many's a man has had to make a quick coin down the quay at Marienburg. There is no shame in it, Syphon. I know a man, who knows a man who can get you set up. Pop into the Salty Sailor at midnight, on the morrow'. Ask for a seaman by the name of 'Lilly'.

My only serious advice is don't be one of these guys who buys money at high rates of pay back, the likes of 'Wonga' in the UK as an example. You will end up way worse off. As the above posters have said, beans on toast for a month.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 11, 2015, 11:41:18 AM
Many's a man has had to make a quick coin down the quay at Marienburg. There is no shame in it, Syphon. I know a man, who knows a man who can get you set up. Pop into the Salty Sailor at midnight, on the morrow'. Ask for a seaman by the name of 'Lilly'.

Not quite sure, if Syphon is prepared to look for back-alley work yet. Not everyone is suited for a career as a rentboy.
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Post by: Syphon on August 11, 2015, 01:25:55 PM
Many's a man has had to make a quick coin down the quay at Marienburg. There is no shame in it, Syphon. I know a man, who knows a man who can get you set up. Pop into the Salty Sailor at midnight, on the morrow'. Ask for a seaman by the name of 'Lilly'.

Not quite sure, if Syphon is prepared to look for back-alley work yet. Not everyone is suited for a career as a rentboy.

Hah. Not that kind of man, sorry. I can translate for you in 4 languages, though. A few more of you count rudimentary language skills too.
I can even read and speak a couple of dead languages. Trust me, when you travel through time you will need me.
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Post by: FR1DAY on August 11, 2015, 04:43:34 PM
why dont you get a job as a court interpreter then, that pays really well and they are always looking for translators.

Work hard and be nice to people, thats the key.
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Post by: Gankom on August 11, 2015, 09:33:52 PM
Or airports. My family works many different jobs at various airports and their always looking for translators for one department or another. Out of curiosity what languages?

Also in regards to the above back alley sailor discussion, someone needs to congratulate you on having a good tongue.
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Post by: Alexis on August 13, 2015, 02:29:57 PM
Having recently returned from Vienna, where I became horribly addicted to Topfenstrudel (mitt vanillesauce), I have only just realised it is not available anywhere in Northern Ireland. I am, at this point, utterly devastated beyond words.
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Post by: patsy02 on August 14, 2015, 01:00:20 PM
Can't you just make some?
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Post by: Gneisenau on August 14, 2015, 01:09:13 PM
Ah, Austrians and their desserts. Great stuff.

Can't you just make some?

I think that would be difficult. However, if Alexis' baking skills match his painting skills...
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Post by: Syphon on August 14, 2015, 04:39:26 PM
Work hard and be nice to people, thats the key.

I hate working hard. And I hate being nice. So there goes my chance at getting a job.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 14, 2015, 07:18:50 PM
Depends on the job, really. For instance, Trump is applying for a job too....
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Post by: FR1DAY on August 14, 2015, 08:38:16 PM
Work hard and be nice to people, thats the key.

I hate working hard. And I hate being nice. So there goes my chance at getting a job.

Then there is little hope for you.
Are you voting for corbyn? Good luck on the dole for the next ten years for tory power.
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Post by: Finlay on August 14, 2015, 09:50:23 PM
re-nationalising trains, yes please!!!
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Post by: Midaski on August 14, 2015, 10:19:47 PM
re-nationalising trains, yes please!!!

Showing your age - if you think the trains ran better nationalised - just imagine the tube strike chaos across the whole country, and the level of work enthusiasm and service from civil servant train employees ................................ you deluded young man.  :engel: 
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Post by: Syphon on August 15, 2015, 04:35:35 PM
re-nationalising trains, yes please!!!

Showing your age - if you think the trains ran better nationalised - just imagine the tube strike chaos across the whole country, and the level of work enthusiasm and service from civil servant train employees ................................ you deluded young man.  :engel:

Must've been a shock to see the wheel, huh Mid, let alone horseless carriages?
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Post by: patsy02 on August 15, 2015, 04:40:06 PM
I'm just curious Midaski, do you ever get sick of the age jokes?

I mean, it must get pretty annoying after 3000 years.
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Post by: Midaski on August 15, 2015, 05:16:02 PM
I'm just curious Midaski, do you ever get sick of the age jokes?

What!

Have you ever heard any Hittite humour or Babylonian for that matter.

Even GP is like "Laugh out Loud" compared to their sense of humour ..............................
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 15, 2015, 05:24:28 PM
Privatising the trains was a total disaster, just like every tory policy ever.
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Post by: Syphon on August 15, 2015, 06:35:21 PM
Privatising the trains was a total disaster, just like every tory policy ever.

I think a civilization like in Starship Troopers should become a reality. Did you know that in the Netherlands, there is no actual minimum requirement for you to be allowed to enter the lower or upper houses? All that is really required is that you can convince others you should be allowed on the list so you can be eligible for a seat if your party acquires the required votes for a number of seats.

Do you have any idea what kind of MORONS we have? Well, obviously you do not. One of our former ministers is the target of an inquest aimed at proving he is part of a gigantic international pedophile ring, just like quite a few UK ministers were. Another one, the minister of defence of all people, is an upjumped secretary. The current minister of security and justice said he knows "people who died of using marijuana."
Our prime minister has stated this current cabinet is the best since WWII. Even though the government has done its best to bend over backwards to one of the worst presidents in American history, -here's looking at you Barry-, the aristocrats of the EU, as well as the savage muslims.

We should be following Australia in sending those floating fucks back to the shitholes they came from. If they were really THAT bad, they would not be toting their iphones and designer clothes. No, they would be bringing their families with them. But all they want is money. And our government is giving it to them. Free housing at the cost of others, namely our care for the elderly who get to sit in their soiled underwear for three days because there's no money for anybody to change them since that all went to "development aid" in countries that just sit on their ass because they know the white guilt of the left will send them free money anyway. But apparently to some that doesn't go fast enough so they decide to come to the source.

Hungary has the right of it. Build a big goddamn fence and let them go find their solace elsewhere.
 
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Post by: FR1DAY on August 15, 2015, 07:34:01 PM
All the Policies of politicians are a disasters, they have no idea of the real world. Bring back the athenian system of randomly electing members of the populous for limited terms. Then you get good and bad evenly, or a least randomly, and with no legacy, limited opportunity for corruption.

Work hard and be nice to people. If everyone did those two simple things everyone would be sorted. Look at Bill and Ted, be excellent to each other, bring the planets into alignment!
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Post by: patsy02 on August 15, 2015, 07:51:05 PM
Would be interesting to see how sortition worked in practice. Either way, I think career politicians are a problem.
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Post by: Syphon on August 15, 2015, 09:20:27 PM
Would be interesting to see how sortition worked in practice. Either way, I think career politicians are a problem.

You have no idea. Most of the idiots in either house are just in it for a job in the EU corporate machine, shoveling as much money as they can to Greece and speaking what they think the EU overlords want to hear, after their national careers are "done".
Did you know that the origins of the EU are nazi in origin?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yV-6pHdUpfk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yV-6pHdUpfk)

It's no surprise that a lot of the early men in the EEC were ex-nazis. But not hardcore. Just hard enough to be included in the job carousel, but not hard enough not to rat anybody out in the event of capture.
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Post by: Gneisenau on August 15, 2015, 10:15:43 PM
Did you know that the origins of the EU are nazi in origin?

(http://media.giphy.com/media/SEp6Zq6ZkzUNW/giphy.gif)
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Post by: patsy02 on August 16, 2015, 02:09:19 PM
Did you know that Hollande and Merkel are literally hitler?

(https://vsmallfires.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kappa.png?w=740)
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Post by: Syphon on August 16, 2015, 03:15:58 PM
I'm not joking.
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Post by: Gneisenau on August 16, 2015, 06:20:28 PM
So in one post you proclaim your love for the political system from "Starship Troopers" - often regarded to be the only serious book by any respectable author to endorse fascism - and in the next you complain about the EU being "nazi in origin"?

Even if that complaint was correct, which it is emphatically not, I see some contradiction right there.
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Post by: Finlay on August 16, 2015, 07:09:54 PM

Work hard and be nice to people. If everyone did those two simple things everyone would be sorted. Look at Bill and Ted, be excellent to each other, bring the planets into alignment!
are you mellowing in your old age fr1day?!
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Post by: FR1DAY on August 16, 2015, 08:53:13 PM
Probably.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 17, 2015, 07:04:21 AM
So in one post you proclaim your love for the political system from "Starship Troopers" - often regarded to be the only serious book by any respectable author to endorse fascism - and in the next you complain about the EU being "nazi in origin"?

Even if that complaint was correct, which it is emphatically not, I see some contradiction right there.

Well, I think corporeal punishment would work better than incarceration, like it's said in the book. That's one.
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Post by: Aldaris on August 17, 2015, 11:20:01 AM
We should be following Australia in sending those floating fucks back to the shitholes they came from. If they were really THAT bad, they would not be toting their iphones and designer clothes. No, they would be bringing their families with them. But all they want is money. And our government is giving it to them. Free housing at the cost of others, namely our care for the elderly who get to sit in their soiled underwear for three days because there's no money for anybody to change them since that all went to "development aid" in countries that just sit on their ass because they know the white guilt of the left will send them free money anyway. But apparently to some that doesn't go fast enough so they decide to come to the source.

Hungary has the right of it. Build a big goddamn fence and let them go find their solace elsewhere.

You may be the most incredible asshole I've read in a long while in a civilized environment (provided that diatribe is aimed at actual refugees and not economic migrants, which is a different matter altogether. You don't seem to differentiate).

EDIT: I will actually elaborate a bit.
Most refugees arriving these days are from Syria. I don't think anyone could seriously deny that those are actual refugees. And lo and behold! Syria used to have a civilization. Meaning people had clothes and phones and whatnot. Now imagine the Netherlands suddenly had a civil war, and you had to leave in a hurry, fearing for your life. Right the fuck now. You can only take what you can carry. What do you grab? Probably some clothes, some money and your phone right? Because it would be nice to have a way to stay in touch with your family and people you love?
And now fast forward to you being in some refugee camp, after taking a trip that kills thousands every year (which might be why you didn't bring some of your family, because you were aiming to bring them after you via some safer route later), with literally nothing left except for your phone and your clothes. Everything else you ever had is gone. And then some twat roars at you that you can't be that badly off - after all you have a phone!

Seriously, do you actually think sometimes?
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Post by: Finlay on August 17, 2015, 11:42:44 AM
EU countries give on average 0.42% of GNI as foreign aid.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 17, 2015, 02:02:49 PM
are you mellowing in your old age fr1day?!


It's not happening to me ....................  :engel:

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 17, 2015, 02:33:07 PM
There's only one real reply here:

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc314/sovietcommissar/Motivationals/fuck-off-aldaris-dont-need-more-pyl.jpg)

In all seriousness, let's pick apart your reply.

You may be the most incredible asshole I've read in a long while in a civilized environment (provided that diatribe is aimed at actual refugees and not economic migrants, which is a different matter altogether. You don't seem to differentiate).


Perhaps I should have separated the two. I will in a bit.

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Most refugees arriving these days are from Syria. I don't think anyone could seriously deny that those are actual refugees. And lo and behold! Syria used to have a civilization. Meaning people had clothes and phones and whatnot.

So everybody has and brought a satellite phone?

 
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Now imagine the Netherlands suddenly had a civil war, and you had to leave in a hurry, fearing for your life. Right the fuck now. You can only take what you can carry. What do you grab? Probably some clothes, some money and your phone right? Because it would be nice to have a way to stay in touch with your family and people you love?

Sure. Clothes, money. But why a phone. Because I am totally banking on the fact that my network somehow exists on another continent. If it's really so bad, why not take your family with you? Why chance them dying to the conflict you're running from while you make your way to safety? That does not make sense. And you know what I would not do? Run to a country where nobody speaks your language. Which is part of my protest. Why don't the region's other countries help? No culture shock, smaller language barrier, easier to get home or get your family (if you left them there for some daft reason). It must be because they are such vast friends with their neighbors, who usually don't even lift a finger. No, they'd rather go to FREE 36 QUID A WEEK England or FREE DISHWASHER Netherlands.

Quote
And now fast forward to you being in some refugee camp, after taking a trip that kills thousands every year (which might be why you didn't bring some of your family, because you were aiming to bring them after you via some safer route later),


Again, it does not make sense.

 
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Everything else you ever had is gone. And then some twat roars at you that you can't be that badly off - after all you have a phone!

If you prioritize your phone over your family, YOU are the twat.

Quote
Seriously, do you actually think sometimes?

I tend not to, not when beligerent twonks like you are about.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 17, 2015, 02:42:17 PM
It is highly amusing you suggest Syrian refugees to flee to nearby countries. Have you missed the shitstorm that is the middle east as of late?


You're making an argument about economic migrants, and I still disagree with you although at least there can be a discussion.
Talking about refugees, in the manner you do, is quite simply wrong.

btw, the cost of benefit fraud in the uk is just under £1.6 billion in total; less than 1% of the overall benefits and tax credits expenditure and less than benefits underpaid and overpaid due to error.
The cost of corporations not paying their tax properly in the uk is £34 billion




let's keep the ad hominem's out of this, k?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 17, 2015, 03:01:31 PM
It is highly amusing you suggest Syrian refugees to flee to nearby countries. Have you missed the shitstorm that is the middle east as of late?

There's one small country where people of all creeds are welcome as long as they behave themselves. Oddly enough that is only democracy in the entire region. And not one where a certain ideology masking as a religion is holding sway. You'd almost think there's a connection between the amount of peace and the ideology of the people in charge...

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 17, 2015, 03:12:44 PM
It is highly amusing you suggest Syrian refugees to flee to nearby countries. Have you missed the shitstorm that is the middle east as of late?

Not to mention... a lot of them do? Turkey currently hosts almost 2 million Syrian refugees. Lebanon, a piss poor country with a population of not even 6 million, hosts almost 1,2 million... That's already over 3/4 of the more than 4 million Syrians who have fled the country so far. A tiny minority make it to Europe, and according to every single European nations constitutions, they have a right to, because they are refugees. And people like Syphon STILL manage to complain about the incredible hardships that imposes on them, personally. Someone who complains about welfare leeches while in the same thread stating he can't be seriously bothered to look for a new job because being nice to people would be too much effort.

You're making an argument about economic migrants, and I still disagree with you although at least there can be a discussion.
Talking about refugees, in the manner you do, is quite simply wrong.

QFT.

let's keep the ad hominem's out of this, k?

In a time when racist and xenophobic crimerates are exploding and refugee homes are burnt down (so far only empty, designated ones, thankfully) I think it is important to adress this kind of talk.

Syphon, as to the personal fates, motivations and details behind peoples escapes from those regions - you could actually find out. Easily. By reading up on the subject, talking to people, any number of things. My best friend does a lot of voluntary work with refugees, and hearing those stories first hand is genuinely crushing a lot of the time. Or you could just continue picking on people who are more downtrodden than you will hopefully ever know, in ignorance.
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Post by: Finlay on August 17, 2015, 03:13:54 PM
the extra trouble being swirled up at the moment is being caused precisely by the people NOT in charge.
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Post by: Finlay on August 17, 2015, 03:16:02 PM
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Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 17, 2015, 03:22:28 PM
If you think that not finding a job because being nice is too hard for me is a truthful statement, I fail to see what any more discussion with you will accomplish.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 17, 2015, 03:43:51 PM
Some facts:

- Unless active counter-measures are taken, immigration is self-perpetuating and will always cause more immigration (both legal and illegal).
- Refugees that have crossed several safe countries, but keep going on, because living conditions and job prospects are better elsewhere, are quite obviously not fleeing in fear of their lives anymore, but do so for other reasons.
- An estimated 30% of the migrants are from Syria ( - or at least claim to be; if possible, migrants tend to claim the nationality with the highest prospect of acceptance). That means that 70% are not.
- With the money spent per asylum seeker in Europe, you can help many more refugees in the neighbouring countries (and stabilise those countries as well).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 17, 2015, 05:40:31 PM
Some facts:

- Unless active counter-measures are taken, immigration is self-perpetuating and will always cause more immigration (both legal and illegal).
- Refugees that have crossed several safe countries, but keep going on, because living conditions and job prospects are better elsewhere, are quite obviously not fleeing in fear of their lives anymore, but do so for other reasons.
- An estimated 30% of the migrants are from Syria ( - or at least claim to be; if possible, migrants tend to claim the nationality with the highest prospect of acceptance). That means that 70% are not.
- With the money spent per asylum seeker in Europe, you can help many more refugees in the neighbouring countries (and stabilise those countries as well).

I'm trying to find a like button but I guess this will have to do:  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 17, 2015, 05:44:46 PM
- Refugees that have crossed several safe countries, but keep going on, because living conditions and job prospects are better elsewhere, are quite obviously not fleeing in fear of their lives anymore, but do so for other reasons.

Yes, following the whole Calais debate in the UK media was pretty hilarious against this background.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 17, 2015, 05:50:47 PM
That reminds me of a Dutch lorry driver who had two Somali women in the back. They asked him if they were in England. He confirmed this. Of course immediately that loathed cry ALLAH AKBAR sounded and they were dancing. Turns out they were still in France.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 17, 2015, 05:57:14 PM
Well, it's perfectly legitimate to want to move to another country where you will have a better life. I don't blame anybody for that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 17, 2015, 06:17:55 PM
Neither do I. Of course, that is  "legitimate" only in the wider sense. And it is legimate (in both the narrow and wider sense) for governments to block such a move.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 17, 2015, 06:40:16 PM
Absolutely.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 17, 2015, 06:50:38 PM
Here is the solution from Dilip Ratha, lead economist at the World Bank:

"The only hope for stopping unwanted migration is convergence of incomes among nations, for which the more appropriate policy would be to reduce barriers to mobility. Border controls create developmental gaps, and give rise to place premiums. Absence of border controls can promote more benign voluntary migration and circular migration."

There certainly would be convergence of incomes - massively downwards.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on August 17, 2015, 07:51:08 PM
I have a feeling that the Schengen Agreement isn't going to last much longer if the pressure from the third world keeps up.

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It's a very noble sentiment, that Europe should open up and accept the masses of migrants heading its way. But do you think it's realistic? There are hundreds of millions of people who would gladly move to Europe, and bringing people en masse to Europe in order to solve large scale economic and religious problems or conflicts in the third world just seems completely futile to me -- even with the idea in mind that the refugees among these migrants return once the region is restabilised, which also seems rather unrealistic.

For every person ferried into the EU, there's a hundred more waiting for the same chance, and an additional hundred born into the same misery. Taking care of just a fraction of them is a mathematical impossibility for most European countries, who are already densely overpopulated and struggling with long term financial, ecological, and ethnic/religious problems.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 17, 2015, 07:57:42 PM
Rather than solve large scale economic and religious problems or conflicts in the third world, you would import them in Europe. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 18, 2015, 02:15:53 PM
my colleague pronounces URL as Earl, instead of you-are-ell, and it drives me irrationally crazy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on August 18, 2015, 03:32:57 PM
I agree that a full open borders policy is not feasible. Migration for reasons other than asylum seeking needs to be limited and regulated. That however was not the issue I reacted to, but rather the incredibly dickish picking on refugees that went on for a bit.

I am glad the discussion has moved away from that and hope the thread can return to "moaning as usual".
 :-D
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on August 18, 2015, 04:52:22 PM
My wife has dragged me to the north of england to see her relatives for a week. Its raining and cold, like it always seems to be, and this is my summer fucking holiday. Beds hard and you can feel the springs in your back while sleeping. We're all four in a room with a 10 week old baby. And its fucking cold in their old farm house with single glazing and no insulation.
I am not having fun   :icon_sad:
WTF i want to be in the sun of the med, i work hard enough all year. This is bullshit!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Padre on August 18, 2015, 05:31:28 PM
Yeah, Fr1day, it is a bit drizzly up here today, and a tad on the chilly side. If you like, do what I did and cheer yourself up by buying some wooden boxes to keep toy soldiers in, then sit and write bat reps. I take it you have Wi Fi? 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 18, 2015, 05:32:39 PM
Bad luck, Adam! That sounds rubbish.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on August 18, 2015, 05:40:37 PM
my colleague pronounces URL as Earl, instead of you-are-ell, and it drives me irrationally crazy.

I say Earl! I thought I was correct! The shame...the shame..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 18, 2015, 05:53:21 PM
My wife has dragged me to the north of england to see her relatives for a week.

I thought last time this happened you went to a gaming day with Padre and his crew?
Or am I remembering it wrong?

You have to expect these 'duty calls' visits when you are married, especially when you have children who relatives want to see.
Bad planning - you need to be prepared and have an escape route worked out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on August 18, 2015, 09:29:25 PM
Mids - that was a while ago but yes we did.

However why is it so cold and wet up north. Ive been wearing shorts for four months, i come up here and I'm in trousers, socks, jumpers and rain coat and still cold. WTF! 15 degrees and raining. Its 24 degrees In sunny Surrey. My father in law was out in a wooly hat and jacket, in summer!

Kids is the unfortunate answer mids, i don't usually come on the trip up north as we have a proper holiday during summer, two weeks in the south of France. Not this year as we've got the baby. I feel cheated I'm not at work TBH.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 18, 2015, 09:46:21 PM
However why is it so cold and wet up north. Ive been wearing shorts for four months, i come up here and I'm in trousers, socks, jumpers and rain coat and still cold. WTF! 15 degrees and raining. Its 24 degrees In sunny Surrey. My father in law was out in a wooly hat and jacket, in summer!

It's not that cold! I'm in the usual t-shirt/shorts/bare feet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 18, 2015, 09:48:13 PM
I hardly call that an argument.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on August 18, 2015, 09:56:32 PM
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cold

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Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 18, 2015, 10:24:42 PM
It's not been nice in Devon since beginning of July,  apart from the odd day. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on August 18, 2015, 10:30:28 PM
Finlay, apart the Thursday and Friday last week its been warm and sunny in surrey. Even then it was only wet, not cold at all. Warm rain is okay for a could of days.

Fingers crossed for tomorrow
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 19, 2015, 09:24:34 AM
We had buckets of rain last Wednesday, and more on Thursday but it was still warm, and my passionflowers needed the water.
Still warm though and I am in the office .......... in shorts.  :engel:

Actually I am suffering though - not been able to work from home this week, and I have loads of stuff that needs undercoating, and it's been a bit windy in the evening when I get home.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 19, 2015, 09:29:39 AM
rainy as hell in devon today. i'm wearing a jumper at work and my toes are cold.

The killer to me sounds like all 4 of you in one room... horrendous.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 19, 2015, 09:30:36 AM
We had buckets of rain last Wednesday, and more on Thursday but it was still warm, and my passionflowers needed the water.
Still warm though and I am in the office .......... in shorts.  :engel:

Actually I am suffering though - not been able to work from home this week, and I have loads of stuff that needs undercoating, and it's been a bit windy in the evening when I get home.
Why would you undercoat something, just to maintain the pretense you might paint it?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on August 19, 2015, 11:00:34 AM
Ho ho ho.
You'd be surprised what's going on Chez Midaski at the moment - I was on a roll, but work has got in the way for the last 10 days and will continue to do so until next Tuesday.


Good news is No2 Son moves out on Saturday and then the wife is going to Spain for 10 days early September.
I have threatened to 'reclaim' his room for the hobby - but she seems to think son may come back at the end of this Uni year.


Is "Pretense" some sort of verb grammar description?  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on August 19, 2015, 01:02:19 PM
I have threatened to 'reclaim' his room for the hobby - but she seems to think son may come back at the end of this Uni year.

I find hobby things tend to go the same way as nature. You clean a room and within a week, little bits begin to find themselves left on desks and shelves, then a box. Then four boxes. Then that army you are moving upstairs but never got round to. Within a month you can't see the floor again. The point I am making is, like a great forest, hobby material always reclaims it's own. Just explain this to your wife and she will no doubt understand.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on August 19, 2015, 03:06:42 PM
I have stubbornly claimed a corner of the kitchen worktop for my adeptus mechanicus army and in the name of mars they shall not be moved! The excuse is that I do not yet have a big enough minatures cabinet for them and I am not likely to back down!

Still raining heavily in Cornwall. I replaced a large section of my roof weekend just gone, finished at eight in  the evening and damn was I glad of it, thunder started that night!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 19, 2015, 05:17:52 PM
My new psychologist is an attractive woman.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 19, 2015, 08:15:51 PM
And now you hope that the prescribed treatment is bang on the money?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 19, 2015, 08:56:05 PM
As this is the Unhappy Random  thoughts thread, he probably fears the prescribed  treatment is bang on the money.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on August 19, 2015, 09:39:19 PM
Weather better today, still a bit of rain.
Back in Surrey it was 24 degrees and sunny. Surely you go somewhere better for your holiday. My employees had to have lunch inside as it was a bit too hot.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 20, 2015, 02:50:15 PM
Yesterday some psycho killed a 10-year old girl with an axe, while she was walking out from a bookstore with her parents. Given how shitty our legal system is, he won't recieve a major punishment... probably.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 20, 2015, 03:17:44 PM
Yesterday some psycho killed a 10-year old girl with an axe, while she was walking out from a bookstore with her parents. Given how shitty our legal system is, he won't recieve a major punishment... probably.


I say release the man.








































 Pre announce when and where and no law enforcement around please.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 20, 2015, 03:30:35 PM
And now you hope that the prescribed treatment is bang on the money?

No. Now yet another pretty woman knows I am a wreck.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 20, 2015, 04:00:15 PM
You need to be have more confidence in yourself. Be wreckless!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 20, 2015, 04:09:27 PM
Yeah, not really going to help if issues of self are why I'm going to a psychologist in the first place.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on August 20, 2015, 04:12:27 PM
Watched Rob Roy earlier....dubbed in Spanish. It was awful. Just awful. You simply cannot be a highlander from the hills of rainy Scotland and be talking Spanish, it's blasphemy!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 20, 2015, 04:15:57 PM
Or vice versa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMRgv11fIjA
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on August 20, 2015, 05:11:56 PM
@Fr1day:

Chin up! My last vacation abroad was in 2005!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 20, 2015, 05:19:29 PM
@Fr1day:

Chin up! My last vacation abroad was in 2005!!!

My last vacation PERIOD was in 2002 or something.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on August 21, 2015, 03:10:04 PM
Watching the cricket on tv, at surrey's ground, blue skys and 25, 28 tomorrow according to pundits.

Arrgh!

Syphon - you cant be bothered to work or be nice to people so i have no sympathy for you.

Batworm - thats the problem with kids, if you come to the bash next year thats abroad, Belgium, but abroad.



Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on August 21, 2015, 03:11:16 PM
Or vice versa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMRgv11fIjA

My eyes..(and ears)..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 21, 2015, 03:44:37 PM
Watching the cricket on tv, at surrey's ground, blue skys and 25, 28 tomorrow according to pundits.
meant to rain sunday and monday though!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on August 21, 2015, 04:29:08 PM
That'll be due to me coming back from holiday on Sunday morning  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 22, 2015, 05:46:34 AM
Downplayed as an incident is the news that a 26-year old moroccan brought an AK47 onto the Thalys (high-speed train) from Amsterdam to Paris.
American marines recognized the sound of him loading his gun and took him down. One well-known French actor amongst the wounded, as well as one of the marines. I'm giving out prizes for whomever guesses the right motivation for this guy's actions.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on August 22, 2015, 07:30:40 AM
Being stationed in South Korea isn't as fun as I thought it would be...

Downplayed as an incident is the news that a 26-year old moroccan brought an AK47 onto the Thalys (high-speed train) from Amsterdam to Paris.
Maybe we should let more Muslims in. The situation can only get better right?  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on August 22, 2015, 07:38:46 AM
I'm giving out prizes for whomever guesses the right motivation for this guy's actions.

The retarded belief that there's such a thing as genitals in heaven and that a horde of virgins await? :-P(Osama should have went the full mile and also promised a hundred golden toilets as well  :icon_rolleyes:)

Cheers for those marines. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 22, 2015, 08:06:00 AM
I'm giving out prizes for whomever guesses the right motivation for this guy's actions.

The retarded belief that there's such a thing as genitals in heaven and that a horde of virgins await? :-P(Osama should have went the full mile and also promised a hundred golden toilets as well  :icon_rolleyes:)

Cheers for those marines. :::cheers:::

Amen to that. Semper Fi. Guys like them are the real heroes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on August 22, 2015, 10:07:46 AM
I'm giving out prizes for whomever guesses the right motivation for this guy's actions.

The retarded belief that there's such a thing as genitals in heaven and that a horde of virgins await? :-P(Osama should have went the full mile and also promised a hundred golden toilets as well  :icon_rolleyes:)

Cheers for those marines. :::cheers:::

Amen to that. Semper Fi. Guys like them are the real heroes.
Evidently it was an Airman and a Soldier rather than Marines but still.  :::cheers::: Quick thinking on their part.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 22, 2015, 12:50:16 PM
I'm giving out prizes for whomever guesses the right motivation for this guy's actions.

The retarded belief that there's such a thing as genitals in heaven and that a horde of virgins await? :-P(Osama should have went the full mile and also promised a hundred golden toilets as well  :icon_rolleyes:)

Cheers for those marines. :::cheers:::

You win! You get a few bitz. PM me your address. (yes I was serious.)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on August 22, 2015, 05:54:10 PM
Haha, I thought you were joking around. Thanks anyway but I have enough bitz at the moment. I'm not really a guy who likes free stuff anyway, I prefer to earn it.

If your have financial issues wouldn't it be best to sell those anyway? A couple dollars can go a long way towards keeping you off this thread.  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 22, 2015, 06:23:56 PM
I don't do dollars. Looks like monopoly money! And it's the most easily laundered money in the world. I'm srs, though. GIMME YOUR ADDRESS or I will...not send you bits? It's your call at any rate. Le shrug!

Well. Look who didn't saw this coming?
NOBODY, that's who.

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-34027439 (http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-34027439)

Immediate reaction to this tidbit:

(http://allthingsd.com/files/2012/02/YOU_DONT_SAY.png)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on August 22, 2015, 07:59:22 PM
It looks to me, the Baron has forfeited his bits. But I am willing to proxy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on August 22, 2015, 09:06:22 PM
No I am Spartacus!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on August 23, 2015, 11:25:07 AM
Fine, bits giveout! Fidelis and Gankom get free bits! PM me your addresses, guys.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 02, 2015, 08:09:43 PM
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I'm so incredibly lucky to be a white european
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 02, 2015, 08:26:08 PM
Background e.g. here: http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/sep/02/shocking-image-of-drowned-syrian-boy-shows-tragic-plight-of-refugees
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on September 02, 2015, 09:39:57 PM
To much, made me cry.
But where can we put them all? Bad timing. If the Syrian war had been 10 years ago we would have taken them all
 But they are transiting through an economically broken land heading for the stable, prosperous areas of northern Europe.
What worries me is that this is the sort of thing that happens in the build up to serious trouble in Europe on a decade or so.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 02, 2015, 10:02:37 PM
Emo-politics driven by fleeting media frenzy is never a good idea.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 03, 2015, 09:03:47 AM
http://www.economist.com/news/leaders/21662547-bigger-welcome-mat-would-be-europes-own-interest-let-them-and-let-them-earn?fsrc=scn/fb/te/pe/ed/lettheminandletthemearn
Make them useful members of society. It definitely isn't a new concept.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 03, 2015, 09:21:12 AM
To much, made me cry.


Made me cry too, as well as video of a man cradling his two dead daughters from Yarmouk camp, who look like they've been executed (hands cuffed and single headshot wound).

What a total fucking mess it is.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 03, 2015, 09:49:16 AM
Emo-politics driven by fleeting media frenzy is never a good idea.

Cardinal Vincent Nichols, the head of the Catholic church in England and Wales, said: “This is a disgrace. That we are letting people die and seeing dead bodies on the beaches, when together, Europe is such a wealthy place. We should be able to fashion a short-term response, not just a long-term response.

“It is no longer an abstract problem of people on the scrounge. It’s not. It’s people who are desperate for the sake of their families, their elderly, their youngsters, their children. And the more we see that the more the opportunity for a political response that is a bit more generous, is growing. What is screaming out is the human tragedy of this problem, to which we can be more generous.”
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 03, 2015, 10:30:12 AM
They'd been denied Asylum in Canada, the mother's sister has lived in Vancouver for 20 years.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CN7K5vKWoAERYTb.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 03, 2015, 10:41:40 AM
Not sure how the situation is in your country, but apart from insane people burning down urgently needed accommodation  :icon_twisted:, there are groups in Germany doing their best to help by collecting donations in various forms and trying to help refugees in their cities personally by accompanying them to local authorities, interpreting etc.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 03, 2015, 10:50:02 AM
Emo-politics driven by fleeting media frenzy is never a good idea.

Cardinal Vincent Nichols, the head of the Catholic church in England and Wales, said: “This is a disgrace. That we are letting people die and seeing dead bodies on the beaches, when together, Europe is such a wealthy place. We should be able to fashion a short-term response, not just a long-term response.

“It is no longer an abstract problem of people on the scrounge. It’s not. It’s people who are desperate for the sake of their families, their elderly, their youngsters, their children. And the more we see that the more the opportunity for a political response that is a bit more generous, is growing. What is screaming out is the human tragedy of this problem, to which we can be more generous.”

Something like this has been, is and will be happening all the time all over the world. Of course, a true Christian will provide shelter to the poor and desperate from all over the world, and not only go bankrupt in the process, but also be prepared to live in a completely different culture (and I am not being sarcastic here: that would be the Christian thing to do).

However, politicians are in the first place responsible for the welfare of their nations, which is not served by mass migration. Besides, as pointed out earlier:

Some facts:

- Unless active counter-measures are taken, immigration is self-perpetuating and will always cause more immigration (both legal and illegal).
- Refugees that have crossed several safe countries, but keep going on, because living conditions and job prospects are better elsewhere, are quite obviously not fleeing in fear of their lives anymore, but do so for other reasons.
- An estimated 30% of the migrants are from Syria ( - or at least claim to be; if possible, migrants tend to claim the nationality with the highest prospect of acceptance). That means that 70% are not.
- With the money spent per asylum seeker in Europe, you can help many more refugees in the neighbouring countries (and stabilise those countries as well).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 03, 2015, 11:10:31 AM
Not sure how the situation is in your country, but apart from insane people burning down urgently needed accommodation  :icon_twisted:, there are groups in Germany doing their best to help by collecting donations in various forms and trying to help refugees in their cities personally by accompanying them to local authorities, interpreting etc.

Yes, Germany and Merkel leading the way.



@Fidelis, perhaps your heart is moved and you are merely not telling us. Perhaps your heart is moved but you find it irrelevant to the solutions. I hope your heart is moved, anyway.

People are not suggesting just a wholesale opening of borders. the actual fix is stabilising the region- but that is probably impossible.
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Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 03, 2015, 11:22:55 AM
Yes, Germany and Merkel leading the way.

My statement wasn't a political one. Of course, that's no long-term solution. Just an option that would make a difference for those who are already here anyway, on a personal level, not a political one.
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Post by: Syphon on September 03, 2015, 11:40:18 AM
Don't look at individuals to fix this. It's been well-known that a certain group of people doesn't know how to behave, unless they are being lorded over by a dictator. Two of those countries are now hellholes because somebody thought it would make the world a better place. And they are trying to do so with a third. But of course, the geopoltical game must continue and the oil must flow! America has always been great at failing to see the long-term future, so to see them fail yet again is nothing new. I don't buy that ISIS is a CIA/Israeli funded/founded operation, but that it is the child of events set in motion by the US and its European buttbuddies is obvious. And now we have them here.

UK is lost. Netherlands are lost. France is lost. Germany? Probably not quite. I suspect the first real uprisings will start there.

You know, what is happening today is exactly the thing I fear most.
That's why I say that Without Warning  (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Without_Warning_%281994_film%29) is scarier than The Exorcist (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Exorcist_%28film%29) because of two things. We don't need Satan to fuck things up for us, we are more than capable of doing that ourselves. Also, that a few men can dictate the fate of entire nations if not the world. That scares me more than any Pazuzu ever has.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 03, 2015, 11:58:59 AM
@Fidelis, perhaps your heart is moved and you are merely not telling us. Perhaps your heart is moved but you find it irrelevant to the solutions. I hope your heart is moved, anyway.

People are not suggesting just a wholesale opening of borders. the actual fix is stabilising the region- but that is probably impossible.

Of course, I am moved. Who wouldn't be? And as a Christian, I am painfully aware that my faith is clearly wanting.
As you say, the actual fix is stabilising the region, which is impossible - or at least politically impossible.  However, allowing mass migration into Europe is not a fix either. And as the Italians discovered with "Mare Nostrum", a well-intended but flawed cure, taken under emotional media pressure, will only exarcebate the problem. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 03, 2015, 12:15:26 PM
@Fidelis, perhaps your heart is moved and you are merely not telling us. Perhaps your heart is moved but you find it irrelevant to the solutions. I hope your heart is moved, anyway.

People are not suggesting just a wholesale opening of borders. the actual fix is stabilising the region- but that is probably impossible.

Of course, I am moved. Who wouldn't be? And as a Christian, I am painfully aware that my faith is clearly wanting.

good.

My post was about my human reaction and how lucky I am to be a white middle class British person with a stable family life, MA education, job and house.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on September 03, 2015, 12:48:33 PM
That one picture appears to have started to sway public (and therefore political) opinion in the UK. The proof is the change in tone of the Labour Party leadership candidates toward a much more 'lets get involved' stance, essentially saying what they think the public currently want to hear.

I have to admit, that photo yesterday was the first time I was genuinely properly moved by it all. It was just statistics before I saw that. I think Germany are coming out of it with much more dignity than most of Europe, as it stands. It's a mess.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 03, 2015, 01:05:58 PM
It is a mess because the road to hell is paved with good intentions. Being moved is fine, as long as it does not stop you from thinking about the longer term consequences of your actions - Mare Nostrum being a case in point. That would have had a positive effect, if they had returned the saved migrants to their point of departure.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on September 03, 2015, 02:29:38 PM
Emo-politics driven by fleeting media frenzy is never a good idea.
What does that mean? That is a dead human lying face down in the sea!
Why can't we set up large scale processing camps for all of them. Probably because the gate way is into poor southern Europe. Us northern Europeans should pay for it. What will it cost us £50 each. It's nothing. 
We can let in all those who want yo work and deport all the lazy natives we've got to balance the numbers.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 03, 2015, 03:17:21 PM
Emo-politics driven by fleeting media frenzy is never a good idea.
What does that mean? That is a dead human lying face down in the sea!

What it means should have been clear from my other posts.

Why can't we set up large scale processing camps for all of them. Probably because the gate way is into poor southern Europe. Us northern Europeans should pay for it. What will it cost us £50 each. It's nothing. 

The political situation in the Middle East (and the economic situation elsewhere) is not going to stabilise soon. Germany alone expects 800.000 asylum seekers this year. One should not be suprised to see even higher numbers in the years to come. And as I pointed out in previous posts, left unchecked, immigration is self-perpetuating. Every accepted asylum seeker must be multiplied with a factor of at least 3 in subsequent legal and illegal immigration.

We should invest not in processing camps, but in decent refugee camps in the neighbouring countries. With the cost of one asylum seeker in Europe, you can support a far greater number of refugees there and provide them with a least a basic standard of living (housing, food, water, sanitation, schools) and relieve the burden on those countries.

We can let in all those who want yo work and deport all the lazy natives we've got to balance the numbers.

There is no link between deserving asylum and wanting to work. This is one of the many fudges that cloud the whole issue.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 03, 2015, 03:24:39 PM
Emo-politics driven by fleeting media frenzy is never a good idea.
What does that mean? That is a dead human lying face down in the sea!
Why can't we set up large scale processing camps for all of them. Probably because the gate way is into poor southern Europe. Us northern Europeans should pay for it. What will it cost us £50 each. It's nothing. 
We can let in all those who want yo work and deport all the lazy natives we've got to balance the numbers.

See, that's exactly what Fidelis means. They want us to think politically over the back of that dead child. Who says its a Syrian child? For all we know it was a Turkish child who died because his parents were smart enough to pose as Syrians. There are a thousand caveats. It's still a dead child, and that is sad. But don't make it like it's our fault and that we have some sort of obligation to care for them. Start at the top. Go to the EU boffins in Brussels who either willfully (which is the worst scenario) or in their ignorance have been stirring in beehives they had no business in going in to.

So why should the common person pay if local countries are not doing SQUAT to help these people? Because of some ill-seated feeling of guilt for the past? Even then it was the boffins before the current boffins that did all that, and not you and me. But you know what? You and me are going to pay for that. And suffer the consequences of harboring rapists, murderers, war criminals amongst the real refugees. Not the boffins, because they managed to somehow place all the centres where refugees are put nowhere near the areas where boffins live.

Here's a map:

(http://www.geenstijl.nl/archives/images/opvangplekken534.jpg)

If your first guess was that this is a map where enemy invaders have landed...well, you probably wouldn't be wrong. Who knows how many ISIS sympathizers are hiding there? The circles are centers where asylum seekers were built. And what immediately comes to the fore? There are almost none in the west, where, who guessed it, the boffins are. Earlier this year there were plans to put 400 asylum seekers in a town of 140 people. Uproar! Protest! But those people were branded racists. The best weapon anybody has against anything related to the migrant crisis is to call someone a racist. Or a nazi, works well too. That works especially well in Germany, where the guilt and shame are still very much alive. People's fathers and sometimes grandfathers that live now have voted for the nazi party. They have worked for nazis. Might have been nazis. And that stings. It's a stain on their history. And it's their biggest weakness. The quickest way to shut somebody up in this debate in Germany is to call them Hitler. Which is what Merkel loves doing.

You know what, by the way? Orbán of Hungary is completely right. It IS Germany's problem. Why should Hungary carry the burden of it when it was Germany that said "All Syrians get free papers and permits!" Of course, what you now also see is Turks posing as Syrians to get free papers. Which brings me back to the start. How do you know it was a Syrian boy whose family fled the US/EU SPONSORED VIOLENCE? Might as easily have been a Turkish boy. Or any other nationality.

The other day I saw footage of a refugee camp in Italy. "WE ARE SUFFERING!" one well-fed man shouted as he still wore his iPhone earbuds. Of what? Certainly not suffering from hunger. Or exposure. Or were they angry because the ground under their tents was wet? These were all young adult men, not a single child or woman among them, and I saw a few people that looked nothing like middle-easterners but rather seemed very Indian. At least, like they came from that region. India, Pakistan, they had that ethnicity. Just like the man who claimed he came from Syria, but was remarkably dark-skinned and GHANESE for being from Syria.

All of this makes me think that the Coudenhove-Kalergi plan, a plan to foster the creation of an indistinct, Caucasiafrican race that has no local loyalties but rather loyalties on a larger level, might just be true. This would be the start of a greater bloc of the America combined with a single, united Europe.

TL;DR:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 03, 2015, 03:48:23 PM
@ Fidelis, it wasn't that clear hence my clarification.

your first reaction is cold steel politicising.


you later say of course it upset you, and you feel guilty basically betraying what Christ is telling you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on September 03, 2015, 07:53:57 PM
In regard to local countries there is over a million syrians in lebanon, a country of only 6 milllion, and two million in turkey. They cant go to fucking isreal, gaza, because of the isrealis or iraq due to ISIS. Also iran is a long way across very hostile country to the east. The west, europe is realively close. If someone was dropping barrel bombs on my family id leave, as would you.
What do you suggest, annex a sovereign states land to set up a protection zone and they pay to look after the peopke till it sorts its self put. There will there will Be no jobs or infrastructure for them. We have to pay. However there is everything here for them so hey can pay thier own way. We took the hugonauts in the 17th century, they jews in the 19th century, why not the syrians in the 21st. There is plenty of useless british people we could fuck off to make room.
British culture went in the 90's with new labours multiculturalism. I live in the wealthist part of britian and even there its changed beyond the white culture i enjoyed as a child. Lets embrace it. All i ask is everyone works hard and is nice to each other, regardless of all other factors. Im lucky, due to the cost of living in surrey you dont get may dossers around but i see them where my wifes from and elsewhere on my travels. If someone from Poland, america, syria, or somarlia what to live in peace and work hard why should we care. You make a society like that. 


I hate tuping on the ipad! Sorry.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 03, 2015, 09:50:10 PM
Relatively close? PLEASE. So are Qatar, Dubai, Saudi Arabia. And together they shelter absolutely NOBODY. There is no reason to come here because you have culture shock, travel dangers, people that don't even want you there. But still, they come here. And somehow they manage to recreate the exact circumstances that made possible the reason for fleeing in the first place. (If you can even call them actual refugees, see before about them merely being fortune seekers, i.e. people who want to get rich with minimal investment). Again, why do they insist on going ALL the way to France, Britain, Germany, Netherlands, when they are SAFE in neighboring countries? Exactly. To live off the pity industry, who in turn make a nice little buck with their "counsellors" and "advisors" and so on. I've got exactly ZERO sympathy for anybody who risks their life for a free ride when they should be at home making something out of their own country.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on September 03, 2015, 10:16:39 PM
So when the Germans invaded your country you think the people should of stayed to make something of the place. Especially the Jews.  What about the Christian Syrian feeling isis?  I do take it you don't have kids Syphon.  I was very much like you in my twenties, however as I've got older, kids and wealth I've changed my stance on this.
I think you misinterpreted  me, I do belive these countries bring it on themselves. They have no idea how to run a country and would have been better off under colonial rule still.  Not every country by any means,  but the African ones particularly.  Also the Arab countries need a firm hand at the tiller. Better a local cunt in charge that kills 0.1% of the population than the situation in all the countries the west has either ousted or supported the locals in ousting the leader. What a collection of cluster fucks that has been. However we have either allowed them to have their independance or help the 'rebels' start the problem. Thus we have to help the normal people who need help. Nobody wants bombs drop on them, especially you americans who do the dropping not the ducking.
We either just invade, conscription of all those twenty something refugees with a guaranteed citizenship after three year like the french forget legion, or star ship troopers.
Positive action to sort out their countries using their own people. Or we deal with the problems we sowed using the wealth we've got. I'm happy either way.
We are all human. Bring on the aliens do we can all finally see this.
 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 03, 2015, 10:53:55 PM
http://www.economist.com/news/leaders/21662547-bigger-welcome-mat-would-be-europes-own-interest-let-them-and-let-them-earn?fsrc=scn/fb/te/pe/ed/lettheminandletthemearn
Make them useful members of society. It definitely isn't a new concept.

From the article:

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Europe can and should do better. And not just for moral reasons but for selfish ones, too. Europe’s labour force is ageing and will soon begin to shrink. Its governments have racked up vast debts which they plan to dump on future generations. This will be harder if those future generations are smaller. Immigrants, including asylum-seekers, are typically young and eager to work. So they can help ease this problem: caring for the elderly and shouldering a share of debts they had no role in running up. Africans and Arabs are young. Europe can borrow some of their vitality, but only if European governments handle all types of migration more sensibly, which will be politically hard and require reform in labour markets, too.

This argument is trotted out repeatedly and is utter rubbish.

An ageing population is not a problem in itself. The only problem associated with it is the strain on the welfare state. You do not need young people per se to fix that, you need taxpayers.

The average refugee, even from Syria, will be less skilled than the average native. There is also the language barrier that must be overcome. It's absolutely delusional to think that refugees will solve the lack of skilled labor that we are currently facing.

Of course, this does not mean that we should not help genuine refugees. We absolutely should, for moral reasons. But let's not pretend that there is any sort of utilitarian justification for doing so.



Edit: This is not meant as a personal attack on you, Quickbeam, and I hope you don't take it as such. The situation in the USA is very different, I think.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 03, 2015, 11:08:45 PM
What Gneisenau says. There is a tendency within liberal/progressive circles to use the asylum issue to force more immigration on an unwilling electorate. 

And here is a map to put the geography in perspective:

(http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o631/FidelisvonSigmaringen/Syria_zpsoq5djxsl.jpg) (http://s1151.photobucket.com/user/FidelisvonSigmaringen/media/Syria_zpsoq5djxsl.jpg.html)

The Gulf states, Egypt and Iran are closer to Syria than Germany, the preferred destination (most even far closer). Note that there are clear safe routes over Turkey or Jordan to reach these countries. Note also that the transit countries Macedonia and Serbia are European countries, and that Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria, Rumania and Hungary are all part of the EU.  All of these European/EU countries are safe and closest to the Middle East, but, funnily enough, no one wants to seek refuge there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on September 03, 2015, 11:27:34 PM
Frankly I think space colonization would help a great many of these problems, or at least help in the population/immigration area.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 03, 2015, 11:36:20 PM
:-) There's enough space here. There's just too many places where people are asshats to other people.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 04, 2015, 07:58:11 AM
:-) There's enough space here.
Nope, there really isn't. The population density in Europe is insane, and particularly in the UK/Benelux/Northern France/Western Germany area. The number of birds in Europe has been reduced by 20% since 1980, fish stocks in European oceans are being killed off, and there are barely any forests left south of Scandinavia.

Further population growth is A: going to be unsustainable, and is B: Going to come from non-european immigrants -- the results of which can be seen in Sweden right now.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 04, 2015, 08:47:03 AM
http://www.economist.com/news/leaders/21662547-bigger-welcome-mat-would-be-europes-own-interest-let-them-and-let-them-earn?fsrc=scn/fb/te/pe/ed/lettheminandletthemearn
Make them useful members of society. It definitely isn't a new concept.

From the article:

Quote
Europe can and should do better. And not just for moral reasons but for selfish ones, too. Europe’s labour force is ageing and will soon begin to shrink. Its governments have racked up vast debts which they plan to dump on future generations. This will be harder if those future generations are smaller. Immigrants, including asylum-seekers, are typically young and eager to work. So they can help ease this problem: caring for the elderly and shouldering a share of debts they had no role in running up. Africans and Arabs are young. Europe can borrow some of their vitality, but only if European governments handle all types of migration more sensibly, which will be politically hard and require reform in labour markets, too.

This argument is trotted out repeatedly and is utter rubbish.

An ageing population is not a problem in itself. The only problem associated with it is the strain on the welfare state. You do not need young people per se to fix that, you need taxpayers.

The average refugee, even from Syria, will be less skilled than the average native. There is also the language barrier that must be overcome. It's absolutely delusional to think that refugees will solve the lack of skilled labor that we are currently facing.

Of course, this does not mean that we should not help genuine refugees. We absolutely should, for moral reasons. But let's not pretend that there is any sort of utilitarian justification for doing so.

I don't think it's a utilitarian justification really. It's more like a missed opportunity to reform the Labor markets like the US did in the early 20th century with the mass of European and Chinese Immigrants that flowed in. Of course that would require a major policy shift and probably will never happen but that is just my Two Cents on the matter.

Edit: This is not meant as a personal attack on you, Quickbeam, and I hope you don't take it as such. The situation in the USA is very different, I think.
I don't take it as such  :laugh: Also I don't live in the US anymore. I'm staying in Korea after I get out of the Army.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 04, 2015, 09:05:02 AM
Find a woman?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 04, 2015, 09:21:38 AM
:-) There's enough space here.
Nope, there really isn't. The population density in Europe is insane, and particularly in the UK/Benelux/Northern France/Western Germany area. The number of birds in Europe has been reduced by 20% since 1980, fish stocks in European oceans are being killed off, and there are barely any forests left south of Scandinavia.

Further population growth is A: going to be unsustainable, and is B: Going to come from non-european immigrants -- the results of which can be seen in Sweden right now.

If I consider the Netherlands, Germany, France, and the UK lost then I have no name for how far along Sweden is.
Here's a happy(!) little article about the state of Sweden, rape capital of the west and runner-up to the title of most rapey country in the world.
Seriously, even a country that I thought was pretty good at rape, South Africa, has Sweden above it in the rankings. Only Lesotho has more rapes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 04, 2015, 01:28:28 PM
Find a woman?
I've got a job here making 6 figures if I want it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 04, 2015, 02:14:53 PM
Here's a happy(!) little article about the state of Sweden, rape capital of the west and runner-up to the title of most rapey country in the world.
Keep in mind that it depends on how you define rape. Feminism is extremely pervasive in Sweden, and its proponents are well known to advertise fabricated or fudged data on the issue.

I've got a job here making 6 figures if I want it.
Nice. Doing what?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 04, 2015, 03:52:13 PM
Regarding Aylan Al-Kurdi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZUuoaq1MLM
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 04, 2015, 04:37:07 PM
Here's a happy(!) little article about the state of Sweden, rape capital of the west and runner-up to the title of most rapey country in the world.
Keep in mind that it depends on how you define rape. Feminism is extremely pervasive in Sweden, and its proponents are well known to advertise fabricated or fudged data on the issue.

Even so, if it almost comes in number one, don't you think something's up? You can skew the numbers any way you want, fudge them by naming rape anything else, but the facts are there. Rape happens there. A lot. And it's not  by western migrants. But we can't say that, can we? That's not politically correct. Nor is it politically correct to mention that all those people who rape are by and large adherents of the most cancerous ideology in the world.

@Fidelis:
Yep. Puts the EU propaganda machine right in its place, doesn't it?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 04, 2015, 04:44:09 PM
they fled Kobani, which was under siege for 6 months by Isis, and has been 70% destroyed.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siege_of_Koban%C3%AE

this is what Kobani looks like
(http://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/78/590x/Islamic-State-IS-Kobani-555339.jpg)

In June Isis executed 154 civilians and kidnapped 100 more. http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jun/26/kurdish-forces-have-besieged-isis-fighters-in-kobani-say-activists


His brother had been refused asylum in canada.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 04, 2015, 04:46:28 PM
@Fidelis:
Yep. Puts the EU propaganda machine right in its place, doesn't it?

It is not the EU propaganda machine. The EU establishment is being driven, not the driver.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 04, 2015, 05:07:33 PM
they fled Kobani, which was under siege for 6 months by Isis, and has been 70% destroyed.
His brother had been refused asylum in canada.

They fled Kobani 3 years ago.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 04, 2015, 05:09:29 PM
so what?

they fled a horrible civil war.
His brother had been rejected asylum in canada.
Europe is closer than canada.

but sure, it's all about the teeth.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 04, 2015, 05:15:55 PM
so what?

they fled a horrible civil war.
His brother had been rejected asylum in canada.
Europe is closer than canada.

but sure, it's all about the teeth.

Saudi Arabia is closer than Europe. So are Qatar, Dubai. You want to talk shelter, talk to them first.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 04, 2015, 06:06:39 PM
I doubt you'd ever get anyone in the peninsula or Persian gulf to help out, half of them were funding Syrian and Iraqi Salafists to begin with.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 04, 2015, 07:16:37 PM
Yep. Which is sad, if you think about it. Because those nations are so fucking rich that it hurts.

You know, I just can't believe this world's bad luck sometimes. The biggest savages are sitting on the biggest heap of fossil fuel in the world. And it pisses me off. Because you just know that the oil companies and the motor companies are doing their best to keep it that way. Not because they like the Saudis, but because they like their money. So anything that would make them lose money, like viable energy alternatives, is vehemently opposed. I know it sounds like tinfoil conspiracy, but that's my two cents.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on September 04, 2015, 07:36:19 PM
You know America has increased production so much that it's got a chance of really screwing the Saudis right?

@Quickbeam - awesome, great work.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 04, 2015, 08:50:15 PM
Concerning the difference between genuine refugees and pretend refugees: People throwing away free food and clean water are probably the latter.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L3eSbpETf8

:-) There's enough space here.
Nope, there really isn't. The population density in Europe is insane, and particularly in the UK/Benelux/Northern France/Western Germany area.

You are entirely correct, but I meant the world in general when I said "here", not Europe.

I could have phrased that better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on September 04, 2015, 10:17:06 PM
If you had the option of going to europe or saudi, qatar or uae where would you go. The country where women arent allowed to drive, let alone vote or go out in public alone, or europe?

Syphon, do you have a source for your ckaim that all the rapist in sweden are immigrants? Particularly islaminc ones?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 04, 2015, 11:12:16 PM
And Iran is funding Assad, the guy who half the Syrian refugees are running from. So that's not really an option either.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Quickbeam on September 05, 2015, 03:00:06 AM
I've got a job here making 6 figures if I want it.
Nice. Doing what?
running the Targetry on a Multi-use range for the Koreans. I had thought about going back to Germany and doing it at Grafenwoehr but I'd get paid more here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 05, 2015, 02:14:59 PM
If you had the option of going to europe or saudi, qatar or uae where would you go. The country where women arent allowed to drive, let alone vote or go out in public alone, or europe?

Syphon, do you have a source for your ckaim that all the rapist in sweden are immigrants? Particularly islaminc ones?
Well, I would go to the country with the least culture shock. No getting used to OHMIGODINDECENTLYCLADWOMEN (nude ankles, romfg) and no getting used to people having opinions.

As for source:
http://www.gatestoneinstitute.org/5195/sweden-rape (http://www.gatestoneinstitute.org/5195/sweden-rape)

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As part of the evidence Michael Hess presented in court, he made use of whatever statistics existed on immigrant criminality in Sweden before the statistical authorities stopped measuring. Michael Hess tried to find answers to two questions:

    Is there a correspondence between the incidence of rape and the number of people with a foreign background in Sweden?
    Is there a correspondence between the incidence of rape and some specific group of immigrants in Sweden?

The answer to both questions was an unequivocal Yes. Twenty-one research reports from the 1960s until today are unanimous in their conclusions: Whether or not they measured by the number of convicted rapists or men suspected of rape, men of foreign extraction were represented far more than Swedes. And this greater representation of persons with a foreign background keeps increasing:

    1960-1970s – 1.2 to 2.6 times as often as Swedes
    1980s – 2.1 to 4.7 times as often as Swedes
    1990s – 2.1 to 8.1 times as often as Swedes
    2000s – 2.1 to 19.5 times as often as Swedes

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Research reports on crime in Sweden have become a rarity, but among the eighteen that were done during the 1990s and the 2000s, eleven dealt with rape. Two of these reports dealt with the connection between rape and immigration, and they both confirmed that there is a link.
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Since 2000, there has only been one research report on immigrant crime. It was done in 2006 by Ann-Christine Hjelm from Karlstads University.

It emerged that in 2002, 85% of those sentenced to at least two years in prison for rape in Svea Hovrätt, a court of appeals, were foreign born or second-generation immigrants.

A 1996 report by the Swedish National Council for Crime Prevention reached the conclusion that immigrants from North Africa (Algeria, Libya, Morocco and Tunisia) were 23 times as likely to commit rape as Swedish men. The figures for men from Iraq, Bulgaria and Romania were, respectively, 20, 18 and 18. Men from the rest of Africa were 16 times more prone to commit rape; and men from Iran, Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia, 10 times as prone as Swedish men.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 05, 2015, 08:24:35 PM
Well, they've started evicting the German poor to make room for more of these "refugees."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnE3cFEehxg (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnE3cFEehxg)

Here's a very simple pastebin entry to show you some more information:

http://pastebin.com/bJmmrv9G (http://pastebin.com/bJmmrv9G)

Too lazy? Here:

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A few links to give you an idea what's going on in the world, Europe in particular. Links to Wikipedia, BBC, a copy of a book, an EU site and Spiegel. So no thin foil hat sites, this all is public info. Connect the dots.


The EU flag is like an exact copy of the first U.S. Confederate Navy Jack (1861–1863).
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flags_of_the_Confederate_States_of_America#/media/File:Jack_of_the_CSA_Navy_1861_1863.svg (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flags_of_the_Confederate_States_of_America#/media/File:Jack_of_the_CSA_Navy_1861_1863.svg)

So where did the EU flag come from? It could be plagiarism, but it did not come from the U.S. It actually came from the "Pan European Union". The EU did not really start after World War 2 to prevent wars, but decades earlier, as a plan in the 1920's.
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paneuropean_Union (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paneuropean_Union)

It started with count Richard Nikolaus von Coudenhove-Kalergi, back then an antisemite who changed his views later, opposing nazism. Coudenhove-Kalergi was from ancient nobelty.
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Nikolaus_von_Coudenhove-Kalergi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Nikolaus_von_Coudenhove-Kalergi)

He was freemason too, he even died at a meeting. "Suicide".
> https://archive.org/details/DolddownloadrichardNikolausGrafCoudenhove-kalergi1894-1972 (https://archive.org/details/DolddownloadrichardNikolausGrafCoudenhove-kalergi1894-1972)

Now there is an "EU award", the Karlpreis. Coudenhove-Kalergi is quoted: the EU is the Pan-European Union.
> http://www.karlspreis.de/en/laureates/richard-nikolaus-graf-coudenhove-kalergi-1950/speech-extract-by-richard-nikolaus-count-of-coudenhove-kalergi (http://www.karlspreis.de/en/laureates/richard-nikolaus-graf-coudenhove-kalergi-1950/speech-extract-by-richard-nikolaus-count-of-coudenhove-kalergi)

The Karlpreis is named after Charlemagne, a powerful emperor who united a great deal of Europe in the 8th and 9th century.
> https://en.wikipedia.org/?title=Charlemagne (https://en.wikipedia.org/?title=Charlemagne)

Otto von Habsburg (Austria-Hungary royalty, ancient nobelty) was von Coudenhove-Kalergi's successor. Habsburg, once rulers.
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otto_von_Habsburg (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otto_von_Habsburg)


EU should 'undermine national homogeneity' says UN migration chief Peter Sutherland (AKA chairman Goldman-Sachs, EU, UN, Bilderberg board member)
> http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-politics-18519395 (http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-politics-18519395)
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Sutherland#Business (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Sutherland#Business)


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"The man of the future will be of mixed race. Today's races and classes will gradually disappear owing to the vanishing of space, time, and prejudice. The Eurasian-Negroid race of the future, similar in its appearance to the Ancient Egyptians, will replace the diversity of peoples with a diversity of individuals."
- Richard Nikolaus von Coudenhove-Kalergi

"Instead of destroying European Jewry, Europe, against its own will, refined and educated this people into a future leader-nation through this artificial selection process. No wonder that this people, that escaped Ghetto-Prison, developed into a spiritual nobility of Europe. Therefore a gracious Providence provided Europe with a new race of nobility by the Grace of Spirit. This happened at the moment when Europe’s feudal aristocracy became dilapidated, and thanks to Jewish emancipation" 
- Richard Nikolaus von Coudenhove-Kalergi
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Nikolaus_von_Coudenhove-Kalergi#Views_on_race_and_religion (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Nikolaus_von_Coudenhove-Kalergi#Views_on_race_and_religion)


#Thisisacoup
Democracy? Old money/ancestry has been regaining old powers since the 20th century, and now they are gaining momentum. Bilderberg conferences, UN, EU, main stream media, name it: it's the same old game being played for decades. A corporate-theocratic dictatorship-light is what we're heading to. Of course it's difficult to rule over people who have a sense of culture, history, but fortunately there is mass migration to the rescue. Preferable religious people, they are easier to manage and help keep pressure on real liberal people, already conveniently replaced with modern liberals who think nude is wrong, censorship is right and blasphemy should be illegal. Forget about that gay marriage thing. It's smoke, strengthening the status of marriage. A pure religious thing.

Greece was not the start and is certainly not the end. There is a storm brewing and it's a dirty one. People who are really in charge genuinely believe they have been chosen, they are deeply religious.


To conclude, here is a 2005 article on Spiegel Online. Rise of islamism, terrorism, Islamic State, an almost exact prediction. We're near the end phase.
> http://www.spiegel.de/international/the-future-of-terrorism-what-al-qaida-really-wants-a-369448.html (http://www.spiegel.de/international/the-future-of-terrorism-what-al-qaida-really-wants-a-369448.html)
 
~ Amoneymouse
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: FR1DAY on September 05, 2015, 11:46:43 PM
Syphon, so your evidence breaks down to one paper published in 2006 on one area? Hardly statically viable. Was the paper published and peer reviewed?
Im not saying its not true but its not enough data. For sure more work needs to be done.

The austrian japanese politican could be viewed as trying to see the future as not as prejudice to his mixed race back ground. Im sure the the early 20th century it was no bed of roses.

Interesting article from the spiegel. Guess we'll see over the next five years, mostly fits to date.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 06, 2015, 06:31:27 PM
You are entirely correct, but I meant the world in general when I said "here", not Europe.

I could have phrased that better.
There isn't much space on Earth in general. Oceans everywhere are fucked, species are dying off en masse, forests are disappearing, we're using up the phosphate we need to grow food with, the list goes on. The culprit is obviously overpopulation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 06, 2015, 07:02:22 PM
You think that Der Spiegel article to be on the money? The only 'shocking' truly recognizable part is the proclamation of a Caliphate. But lets look a bit closer.

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The First Phase Known as "the awakening" -- this has already been carried out and was supposed to have lasted from 2000 to 2003, or more precisely from the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 in New York and Washington to the fall of Baghdad in 2003. The aim of the attacks of 9/11 was to provoke the US into declaring war on the Islamic world and thereby "awakening" Muslims. "The first phase was judged by the strategists and masterminds behind al-Qaida as very successful," writes Hussein. "The battle field was opened up and the Americans and their allies became a closer and easier target." The terrorist network is also reported as being satisfied that its message can now be heard "everywhere."
This is history during the time of writing of the article, so it's easy to report ones 'fase one complete'.

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The Second Phase "Opening Eyes" is, according to Hussein's definition, the period we are now in and should last until 2006. Hussein says the terrorists hope to make the western conspiracy aware of the "Islamic community." Hussein believes this is a phase in which al-Qaida wants an organization to develop into a movement. The network is banking on recruiting young men during this period. Iraq should become the center for all global operations, with an "army" set up there and bases established in other Arabic states.
So get bigger in the news. The goal of any terrorist organisation. Keep up with terrorist attacks and this point is a given. Not too hard a goal unless your whole organisation manages to get obliterated.

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The Third Phase This is described as "Arising and Standing Up" and should last from 2007 to 2010. "There will be a focus on Syria," prophesies Hussein, based on what his sources told him. The fighting cadres are supposedly already prepared and some are in Iraq. Attacks on Turkey and -- even more explosive -- in Israel are predicted. Al-Qaida's masterminds hope that attacks on Israel will help the terrorist group become a recognized organization. The author also believes that countries neighboring Iraq, such as Jordan, are also in danger.
No focus on Syria within that time frame. No mention of an Arabian spring either, though in the end that did give them the opportunity they were looking for, they attempted to do so in many countries but only got lucky in Syria. Where there chances were stronger to start with. A repressed majority population aligned with their particular religious faith.
Btw, no true IS/Al Qaida attacks in Turkey, Israel or Jordan.

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The Fourth Phase Between 2010 and 2013, Hussein writes that al-Qaida will aim to bring about the collapse of the hated Arabic governments. The estimate is that "the creeping loss of the regimes' power will lead to a steady growth in strength within al-Qaida." At the same time attacks will be carried out against oil suppliers and the US economy will be targeted using cyber terrorism.
The rulers of the Arabic peninsula are still in power. Except for Jemen, and IS or AQ can take no credit there. Attacks against oil suppliers? Not really. A disruption for a little while in Iraq for sure but the oil price of today wouldn't be going down if this part had actually succeeded. And cyber attacks? China and maybe Russia up to now and the US economy has hardly had a blow from that. Maybe managing to plant IS banners on websites with weak security count as true cyber terrorism for IS or AQ.

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The Fifth Phase This will be the point at which an Islamic state, or caliphate, can be declared. The plan is that by this time, between 2013 and 2016, Western influence in the Islamic world will be so reduced and Israel weakened so much, that resistance will not be feared. Al-Qaida hopes that by then the Islamic state will be able to bring about a new world order.
Yes, the caliphate has been declared, the one thing they were 100% in control of, so not too much of a shock, though I have to admit they managed to gain maximum benefit from the situation in Syria and Iraq.
Of course, Western Influence in the Islamic world hasn't really been reduced and Israel hasn't been weakened at all. Or 'New World Schmorder' as the Israeli would say.

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The Sixth Phase Hussein believes that from 2016 onwards there will a period of "total confrontation." As soon as the caliphate has been declared the "Islamic army" it will instigate the "fight between the believers and the non-believers" which has so often been predicted by Osama bin Laden.
There would have been no way in which the declaration of a Caliphate would not have resulted in confrontation. A medium like Char could have predicted this as the result of step 5's main goal.

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The Seventh Phase This final stage is described as "definitive victory." Hussein writes that in the terrorists' eyes, because the rest of the world will be so beaten down by the "one-and-a-half billion Muslims," the caliphate will undoubtedly succeed. This phase should be completed by 2020, although the war shouldn't last longer than two years.
And here things really go off the rails. 1,5 billion muslims? Sure, if they'd all be on the same page. Unfortunately (or rather; more realistic) IS is so bat shit crazy hardliner that it considers all muslims that do not follow their exact creed as enemies. See how the rest of the Islamic world has risen to support them? No chance of that, they mainly attract thrill seekers who want to go 'play war'. A dangerous development in so far as you allow individuals like these (the ones that like it and don't come running back real fast) back into your countries.

In fact, until Sunni and Shiite muslims can stop trying to oppress and kill each other I'm not seeing all muslims oppose the rest of the world.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 06, 2015, 07:39:11 PM
Or 'New World Schmorder' as the Israeli would say.

:icon_lol:

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Unfortunately (or rather; more realistic) IS is so bat shit crazy hardliner that it considers all muslims that do not follow their exact creed as enemies.

That's true. For them, "wrong" muslims are even worse than christians.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on September 07, 2015, 09:40:37 PM
Against all odds, I have succumbed to Man Flu (aka Nurgles Rot) I will retire from the field and douse myself with Holy Lemsip for a few days.

If I do not return, I bequeth all my belongings to Baron von Klatz.  :cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 07, 2015, 10:26:44 PM
Aww man, don't talk like that.



I mean, it's not fair that he gets all of it...



Seriously though, get well soon! "Man Flu" at least sounds like a proper illness.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on September 07, 2015, 10:32:51 PM
Aww man, don't talk like that.



I mean, it's not fair that he gets all of it...



Seriously though, get well soon! "Man Flu" at least sounds like a proper illness.

It is indeed. My fiance, of course, does not recognise anything below imminent death as a real ailment and as such, I am having to stagger on alone whilst being cruelling mocked and chided.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 07, 2015, 10:35:00 PM
Speaking of which: Man Flu aka Nurgles Rot aka siphluis...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on September 07, 2015, 10:39:35 PM
Speaking of which: Man Flu aka Nurgles Rot aka siphluis...

Truely an ailment with many names. I can only hope it passes me by upon the morrow.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 07, 2015, 10:45:02 PM
I am afraid, it will take longer to get rid of Nurgle's Rod...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 07, 2015, 10:47:08 PM
Truely an ailment with many names. I can only hope it passes me by upon the morrow.

"Oh truel fate, to be thusly boned."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on September 07, 2015, 11:06:11 PM
Against all odds, I have succumbed to Man Flu (aka Nurgles Rot) I will retire from the field and douse myself with Holy Lemsip for a few days.

If I do not return, I bequeth all my belongings to Baron von Klatz.  :cry:

I'm not worthy! :ph34r:

I think it best to auction those pieces of art off to more deserving individuals than myself.

Hope you get well soon, Nurgle shouldn't claim one of Sigmar's finest. :smile2:

Truely an ailment with many names. I can only hope it passes me by upon the morrow.

"Oh truel fate, to be thusly boned."

Beautifully said, Shakespeare wished he had such skills at wordcraft.  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 08, 2015, 06:01:14 AM
It's not real manflu ........................... - it's BlueFlu otherwise known as evertonitis.

Symptons are constant worry about how much longer Stones will stay and whether Baines will chop his sideburns.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Alexis on September 08, 2015, 11:10:34 AM
It's not real manflu ........................... - it's BlueFlu otherwise known as evertonitis.

Symptons are constant worry about how much longer Stones will stay and whether Baines will chop his sideburns.

That was a low blow! And Baines has a fantastic hair do, I'll have you know.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 08, 2015, 02:20:24 PM
Man Flu? You mean gonorrhea?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 13, 2015, 11:29:33 AM
Back home thanks to the nice automobile association guy ... my car isn't working atm, and all my cellphone display is showing atm is a beautiful black. As long as you have a guarantee, you get a replacement phone for free within 48 hours as a freelancer. I've just found out this guarantee ended in March. Well ... I guess it'll be a new one then so that my clients can at least call me tomorrow ...  :icon_rolleyes:

No idea whether I'll be able to save all the pics I made in the last few weeks ... no camel ride pics if the data cannot be saved.  :| The good news is that I used my camera to take lots of dolphin pics and beautiful landscape pics for my desert bases.

Keep your fingers crossed for me that the cellphone data can be saved.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on September 13, 2015, 01:48:17 PM
Back home thanks to the nice automobile association guy ... my car isn't working atm, and all my cellphone display is showing atm is a beautiful black. As long as you have a guarantee, you get a replacement phone for free within 48 hours as a freelancer. I've just found out this guarantee ended in March. Well ... I guess it'll be a new one then so that my clients can at least call me tomorrow ...  :icon_rolleyes:

No idea whether I'll be able to save all the pics I made in the last few weeks ... no camel ride pics if the data cannot be saved.  :| The good news is that I used my camera to take lots of dolphin pics and beautiful landscape pics for my desert bases.

Keep your fingers crossed for me that the cellphone data can be saved.

tried to connect it with your pc yet? Usually you can still access the file system from there (as a sort of external hd)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 13, 2015, 02:15:37 PM
tried to connect it with your pc yet? Usually you can still access the file system from there (as a sort of external hd)

That was the first thing I tried when I had access to a PC.

You cannot see the files unless you enter the PIN on your cellphone.   :|
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 13, 2015, 07:27:48 PM
http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/sep/13/germany-to-close-borders-exit-schengen-emergency-measures

Headline says it all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 13, 2015, 07:55:34 PM
http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/sep/13/germany-to-close-borders-exit-schengen-emergency-measures

Headline says it all.

And now suddenly it's not a bad thing. 800.000 people were projected to come to Germany this year. One city "welcomed" over 160.000 of them TODAY. You know what makes me really un happy about this? The fact that people still think I'm a NAZI for saying that no good can come of this, and that I can't do anything to fix the situation.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 13, 2015, 08:08:29 PM
It's the furor teutonicus. Every couple of years this country goes all crazy with the latest fad to feed its moral overconfidence.

Now, helping refugees is definitely one of the more palatable examples of said furor, but we're seeing the results now (which were entirely predictable): because we tried to help everybody, we'll end up helping nobody, not even those who actually need help.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on September 13, 2015, 09:00:45 PM
You know what's funny (at least, it would be if it wasn't so sad) about Germany closing its borders?
Our politician Wilders, who has always warned against islam and such an aggressive migratory action, was demonized for this solution. And now Germany closed the borders, and suddenly the establishment expresses "understanding" for the actions. It's the same thing over and over again. Wilders has an idea, sees it shot down because it's Wilders and no other reason, even if it is a fine idea, then later somebody from another party picks up the idea and suddenly it is a great idea! Just like the late Pim Fortuyn. Now that was a man who I wish we still had. At any rate, Fortuyn would have an idea, spread it around, see it shot down. As soon as he was dead, people started tearing at his ideas like vultures and suddenly these were the best laid plans EVAR!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on September 14, 2015, 01:37:02 PM
Try reading, Germany didn't CLOSE the borders they just setup border checks to see if any non refugee's are coming along with the stream of people.
And it's actually Shengen ok to institute a border inspection in these circumstances for 30 days.

Dutch news:
http://www.ad.nl/ad/nl/36281/Vluchtelingenstroom-West-Europa/article/detail/4141926/2015/09/14/Domino-effect-bij-invoeren-grenscontroles-in-Europa.dhtml

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/sep/13/germany-to-close-borders-exit-schengen-emergency-measures

Headline says it all.

Right wing newspaper not getting facts straight or just not telling everything? Also the link doesn't support fully the headline on the page.. where it actually only says "Germany reinstates controls at Austrian border"

PS: maybe time to move this topic to it's own thread instead of loitering the Unhappy thread?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 14, 2015, 02:07:56 PM
The Guardian is very much a left-wing liberal news paper.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on September 14, 2015, 02:14:55 PM
The Guardian is very much a left-wing liberal news paper.

Well that just supports my views on news papers in general just going for the bigger headlines instead of telling what really is the news.. and that you only find that out after some exploring yourself..
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on November 21, 2015, 07:08:52 PM
I'm again reminded of what a trite and uninspired setting Age of Sigmar is compared to WHFB. :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on November 21, 2015, 09:36:29 PM
I'm again reminded of what a trite and uninspired setting Age of Sigmar is compared to WHFB. :mellow:

How so?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on November 21, 2015, 11:07:40 PM
Well, the main thing I miss is the Old World in general. From what I can tell Age of Sigmar is more of a saturday morning cartoon setting and nothing like WHFB.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on November 22, 2015, 07:24:33 AM
Haha, it was only a matter of time before that ended up here. :icon_lol:

I think it's shaping up to be a pretty good setting. Lots of dark elements (Stormcast losing their souls to Nagash, Slaan being vital links to the lizardmen's survival, chaos being able to strike from anywhere) mixed with a better balance of the forces of order actually facing chaos on a equal playing field.

The old world will be missed, though.  :closed-eyes:

Good thing we'll never let it die. :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on November 22, 2015, 11:55:46 PM
I'll get over it. For me GW basically stopped producing fluff I enjoyed sometime in the 7'th editon. So even if they carried on with WHFB I would probably not enjoy it either way.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 23, 2015, 02:02:35 PM
Well, the main thing I miss is the Old World in general. From what I can tell Age of Sigmar is more of a saturday morning cartoon setting and nothing like WHFB.

True. It even has its own Skeletor and He-Man. Not to mention all the villians cry: "I'll get you next time!".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on November 23, 2015, 05:45:56 PM
I guess I just miss the down to earth things about the Empire and the gothic horror undead.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on November 27, 2015, 10:36:53 AM
Yesterday one of our cats died. She was hit by a car and killed instantly.
Only 1,5 years old leaving us and her twin-sister behind to be in a better world..
 :icon_cry:

R.I.P. Arya
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 27, 2015, 02:00:37 PM
Yesterday one of our cats died. She was hit by a car and killed instantly.
Only 1,5 years old leaving us and her twin-sister behind to be in a better world..
 :icon_cry:

R.I.P. Arya

Man that's tough. I saw a cat die once and it was heartbreaking. You've got my sympathy Steg. :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on November 28, 2015, 01:48:29 PM
Why are people dumb?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 28, 2015, 01:59:28 PM
Yesterday one of our cats died. She was hit by a car and killed instantly.
Only 1,5 years old leaving us and her twin-sister behind to be in a better world..
 :icon_cry:

R.I.P. Arya

Sorry to hear that!  :icon_sad:

Our tomcat returned home this morning with a large wound bleeding heavily. I immediately took him to the veterinary for surgery and will pick him up in a few minutes. He'll hate having to wear an e-collar again.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 28, 2015, 02:04:15 PM
Yesterday one of our cats died. She was hit by a car and killed instantly.
Only 1,5 years old leaving us and her twin-sister behind to be in a better world..
 :icon_cry:

R.I.P. Arya

Sorry to hear that!  :icon_sad:

Our tomcat returned home this morning with a large wound bleeding heavily. I immediately took him to the veterinary for surgery and will pick him up in a few minutes. He'll hate having to wear an e-collar again.  :icon_sad:

Well it's good thing that he survived! I hate it when animals die... :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 28, 2015, 04:38:01 PM
Well, at the moment he is completely pissed off. We had to dress him in baby underwear to prevent him from scratching the wound.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 28, 2015, 05:54:16 PM
The girls think he's looking like a Christmas cat. Grumpy cat is not amused.  :closed-eyes:

(http://i64.tinypic.com/2ahfyc9.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 28, 2015, 05:55:28 PM
He looks mad as hell. :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 28, 2015, 06:24:40 PM
He is. Grumpy cat is not allowed to eat yet.  :closed-eyes:

He manages to get out of his Christmas suit with his hind legs though. Fortunately, that's not where the wound is and he is too busy getting rid of his suit  to scratch.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on November 28, 2015, 07:00:33 PM
That's adorable. Furious, but adorable.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 29, 2015, 01:33:26 AM
The veterinary told us that no cat had ever been able to get rid of this suit. I request a name change for mine - Mr Houdini only needed 7 hours and 18 minutes to free himself  :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on November 29, 2015, 09:26:06 AM
Speaking about no cat:

A cat has one tail more than no cat.
No cat has 8 tails.
Therefore, a cat has nine tails.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 29, 2015, 09:27:57 AM
The veterinary told us that no cat had ever been able to get rid of this suit. I request a name change for mine - Mr Houdini only needed 7 hours and 18 minutes to free himself  :icon_rolleyes:

Sounds like he's one, skilled badass. ;)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on November 29, 2015, 11:03:54 AM
Yesterday one of our cats died. She was hit by a car and killed instantly.
Only 1,5 years old leaving us and her twin-sister behind to be in a better world..
 :icon_cry:

R.I.P. Arya

My sincerest condolences,  friend. :cry:

I'm in the same boat as well.

The day after Thanksgiving my black cat, Buddy, expired from a unknown ailment. He was a large fluff ball that was sweet and lazy as they come. He also has a twin and the only way to tell the two glorified pillows apart was that Buddy had a short tail due to losing most of it as a kitten. (We found them abandoned in a dump.)

The family is really feeling the lose of our good Buddy. :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 29, 2015, 11:13:03 AM
Yesterday one of our cats died. She was hit by a car and killed instantly.
Only 1,5 years old leaving us and her twin-sister behind to be in a better world..
 :icon_cry:

R.I.P. Arya

My sincerest condolences,  friend. :cry:

I'm in the same boat as well.

The day after Thanksgiving my black cat, Buddy, expired from a unknown ailment. He was a large fluff ball that was sweet and lazy as they come. He also has a twin and the only way to tell the two glorified pillows apart was that Buddy had a short tail due to losing most of it as a kitten. (We found them abandoned in a dump.)

The family is really feeling the lose of our good Buddy. :unsure:

My condolences Baron. Buddy sounded like a great cat and a true friend. Sorry for your loss man. :cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on November 29, 2015, 02:36:02 PM
Yesterday one of our cats died. She was hit by a car and killed instantly.
Only 1,5 years old leaving us and her twin-sister behind to be in a better world..
 :icon_cry:

R.I.P. Arya

My sincerest condolences,  friend. :cry:

I'm in the same boat as well.

The day after Thanksgiving my black cat, Buddy, expired from a unknown ailment. He was a large fluff ball that was sweet and lazy as they come. He also has a twin and the only way to tell the two glorified pillows apart was that Buddy had a short tail due to losing most of it as a kitten. (We found them abandoned in a dump.)

The family is really feeling the lose of our good Buddy. :unsure:

My condolences as well!
Our 2 you could tell apart by the tail also, Abby our other cat has a small white point on the end (our lantern cat). If you knew them really well you could also tell by the build of the head, Arya's was a bit pointier and the cypress markings were a little different.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 08, 2015, 08:54:27 PM
Is it selfish to be upset with someone who was suppose to plan your bachelor party but instead he planned a trip to Thailand to see his girlfriend?  Mind you he knew he had to plan the party LONG before he came up with the scheme to go to Thailand?  So is it selfish of me to be upset that he's being selfish?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on December 08, 2015, 08:57:47 PM
No, not at all. I think you are perfectly right.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on December 08, 2015, 10:46:48 PM
Sounds like a legit reason to me. It's understandable that sometimes life gets in the way, but there's limits to that.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on December 08, 2015, 10:54:36 PM
Trip to Thailand to see his girlfriend huh. I feel kinda bad for him.

But of course he's being an asshole to you. Sorry man. You're right to be pissed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on December 09, 2015, 02:49:01 AM
x2

Sounds like you need a new best man FFH! Sorry to hear that's happening. You have every right to be mad.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 12, 2015, 07:25:27 AM
Is it selfish to be upset with someone who was suppose to plan your bachelor party but instead he planned a trip to Thailand to see his girlfriend?  Mind you he knew he had to plan the party LONG before he came up with the scheme to go to Thailand?  So is it selfish of me to be upset that he's being selfish?

He screwed up. As a friend he should know better.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: valmir on December 12, 2015, 01:49:10 PM
I'd say it really depends on how he approached it with you.

I think it's unreasonable to expect that he would put his (obviously not ideal) relationship situation at a lower priority than your bachelor party. I mean, it's not your wedding, right? It's just a bachelor party.

On the other hand, if he's committed to planning this, then it's shitty to pull out.

In my opinion, there's a world of difference between "Yo dude! Got a better offer, so I'm not planning your Bachelor do anymore!" and "Yo dude, I'm really sorry, but I have this opportunity to actually spend some time with my girlfriend, and I don't know if I'm going to be able to plan the Bachelor Party".

Finally, it is NEVER selfish to feel upset about stuff. Feelings are feelings, yo. But perhaps it's helpful to talk with your friend about how you *feel*, rather than framing things in terms of how you (rightly) think he's dropping the ball on his obligations.

Something that you will almost certainly be confronted with at least a handful of times as the wedding gets closer, is the fact that nobody else gives, or can be expected to give, the same amount of fucks about your wedding as you do. There absolutely will be situations where stuff that is very important to you seems like "no big deal" to friends. And it's important to recognise that this doesn't make them arseholes, and it doesn't make your priorities selfish.

As always, communication is really important. I think that talking to your friend about how you feel is probably more constructive than asking a bunch of anonymous strangers on the internet whether your friend is being an arsehole or not.

(And I really don't mean that last sentence as passive-aggressively as it probably comes across).

TALK TO HIM!!!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 13, 2015, 08:18:30 PM
Its my brother so there is the blood aspect of it.  Originally his girlfriend was going to fly out for the wedding and the plan was for him to plan the party sometime in December or early January.  Once his Girlfriend's visa was denied he threw away all plans for the party to plan a trip to Thailand with her for 3 weeks, returning when college starts.  Which means when he returns he cant leave to come down until the wedding.  I met with him in July and August to discuss what I'd like in the party (I am not suppose to be apart of the planning, its meant to be like a surprise party) and reminded him in September and October to get with the guys and plan it out, which he barley did according to the guests.  Once the visa was rejected in late November he just threw the party planning on the back burner and planned the trip.  Then trying to plan the party after the trip no one is available the one day he is.

If it was just a friend I wouldn't be mad so much but its my brother.  It hurts that he waited last minute to throw a party (which he said he wanted to do back in July) for me and then just scrapped it.  Could have planned the party then planned the trip or even planned out the party and handed the reigns off to someone else to carry out his plans.

At this point I don't want to go off on him as I want him to enjoy his trip and wish no ill will toward him when he's on travel.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on December 13, 2015, 11:20:02 PM
One moral of the story: don't assume mail order brides will arrive on schedule. There can always be a problem with customs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on December 14, 2015, 01:42:28 PM
Well, the sun has set before 3pm again. Winters are too dark in northern Sweden. :mellow:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 14, 2015, 02:15:53 PM
Well, the sun has set before 3pm again. Winters are too dark in northern Sweden. :mellow:

I wish I could live there. I love that kind of weather.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on December 14, 2015, 03:33:46 PM
Wanna switch? I hate it more than most things.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 14, 2015, 04:00:07 PM
Wanna switch? I hate it more than most things.

Deal! I'd be in heaven. :smile2:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 06, 2016, 09:10:03 PM
So I just watched the 2011 Conan movie. I gotta say it's pretty shitty and doesn't feel a whole lot at all like the original Robert E. Howard Conan people have been saying it is.

Time to watch the superior 1982 version again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 07, 2016, 08:27:18 AM
So I just watched the 2011 Conan movie. I gotta say it's pretty shitty and doesn't feel a whole lot at all like the original Robert E. Howard Conan people have been saying it is.

Time to watch the superior 1982 version again.

Superior for sure, but the 2011 one wasn't that bad. I'm a huge fan of Howard and thought that Jason Momoa wasn't really bad. Hell, he was probably more true to the original vision of the Cymmerian that Arnie was.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on January 07, 2016, 10:27:03 AM
Superior for sure, but the 2011 one wasn't that bad. I'm a huge fan of Howard and thought that Jason Momoa wasn't really bad. Hell, he was probably more true to the original vision of the Cymmerian that Arnie was.
It was pretty standard hollywood action schlock. Watchable and forgettable.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 07, 2016, 01:51:34 PM
I just thought that Momoa seemed like a douche compared to Arnold who appeared more stoic than Momoa.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 07, 2016, 02:01:53 PM
I just thought that Momoa seemed like a douche compared to Arnold who appeared more stoic than Momoa.

Momoa WAS a douche, that was his whole point. He was more of a mercenary, than a noble savage. Again, that's like Howard portrayed Conan in his first books.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 07, 2016, 02:16:45 PM
I dunno, I don't picture Conan sneering a whole lot in the old stories like Momoa did. In the early stories Conan really has a more earnest attitude to contrast civilised people who are the real douches in Howard's stories, because Howard thought that civilisation makes people decadent. Howard used Conan to imply that a person without civilisation wouldn't have pretensions about his place in the world and would therefore be without decadence.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 07, 2016, 02:25:08 PM
I dunno, I don't picture Conan sneering a whole lot in the old stories like Momoa did. In the early stories Conan really has a more earnest attitude to contrast civilised people who are the real douches in Howard's stories, because Howard thought that civilisation makes people decadent. Howard used Conan to imply that a person without civilisation wouldn't have pretensions about his place in the world and would therefore be without decadence.

True but didn't Momoa kinda did that in the movie? One can say that his enemies were more "civilised" than he was. Certainly that was the case in th original movies.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 07, 2016, 02:35:06 PM
Yeah, sure. I just don't think it's done in the Howard way. The movie tries to cover this up by splicing some lines from the books into different scenes.

The 2011 movie is probably a whole lot closer to the old book continuity, but I don't think it has a good Conan.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 07, 2016, 03:46:05 PM
Yeah, sure. I just don't think it's done in the Howard way. The movie tries to cover this up by splicing some lines from the books into different scenes.

The 2011 movie is probably a whole lot closer to the old book continuity, but I don't think it has a good Conan.

I liked Momoa, but Arnie will always be the one, true Conan for me. His movies are classics. He even managed to save Red Sonya.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 07, 2016, 03:52:21 PM
I'm not sure he "saved" it, but he did improve it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 07, 2016, 03:57:07 PM
I'm not sure he "saved" it, but he did improve it.

True. He made it watchable.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 07, 2016, 11:59:39 PM
For me, one asset of the 1982 movie is how "real" it feels - mostly because much of it was, in fact, real. Including the "Arnie gets almost eaten by dogs" and the "Sandahl almost has her finger cut off".
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on January 08, 2016, 12:10:43 AM
Also, casting a broadsword like that would be a disaster when actually used, but it sure looked cool.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 08, 2016, 12:19:52 AM
True, but other than that, the casting was pretty good.



I'll get my coat.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on January 08, 2016, 01:15:05 AM
Also, casting a broadsword like that would be a disaster when actually used, but it sure looked cool.

I wonder though is it the first scene like that, I mean I think the 'cool sword casting shot' has become rather common in film or at least LotR and Game of Thrones had similar scenes. If it is the '82 Conan which the the progenitor of such scenes, I think that buys it a bit space in the whole casting a sword is daft realm.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 08, 2016, 01:31:22 AM
Well, I think when the LOTR movies did it, Peter Jackson went for giving Isengard a heavily industrialised theme with mass production. You can also handwave the manufacturing with the fact that a wizard did it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 08, 2016, 09:19:43 AM
For me the Sword of the Atlanteans is the most iconic blade of all time, right next to our beloved Runefangs. :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 08, 2016, 12:11:40 PM
Here's one unhappy thought:
the mass rapes in Cologne were not spontaneous.
The rapists had notes with translations from Arabic to German with them.
Gems included: große Brüste, ich will ficken, and ich töte sie.

(http://www.ksta.de/image/view/2016/0/8/33480618,36526693,highRes,zettel.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: S.O.F on January 08, 2016, 12:26:07 PM
Here's one unhappy thought:
the mass rapes in Cologne were not spontaneous.
The rapists had notes with translations from Arabic to German with them.
Gems included: große Brüste, ich will ficken, and ich töte sie.

Come on man, the thread you started was closed for a reason, trying to move it here has no purpose other than  to give the mods unhappy but probably not random thoughts.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 08, 2016, 12:26:46 PM
It's a legit unhappy thought, though.

You know what's also an unhappy thought?

That we may never see the Yuuzhan Vong in Star Wars.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 08, 2016, 12:47:14 PM
It's a legit unhappy thought, though.

You know what's also an unhappy thought?

That we may never see the Yuuzhan Vong in Star Wars.

The Expanded Universe is deader than Warhammer Fantasy by now... :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 08, 2016, 01:13:31 PM
I know, and that makes me so sad. I mean, I would've loved to see Mara Jade, but all that is gone now. Even Jacen and Jaina Solo are gone.
No Triclops, no Trioculus, no Joruus. At least Boba Fett is alive.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 08, 2016, 01:17:57 PM
I know, and that makes me so sad. I mean, I would've loved to see Mara Jade, but all that is gone now. Even Jacen and Jaina Solo are gone.
No Triclops, no Trioculus, no Joruus. At least Boba Fett is alive.

Or is he?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 08, 2016, 03:11:38 PM
No, he is. I can't find the article, but it was confirmed in it. Also, George Lucas already stated he was. Even if it makes no sense since he was such a minor character, he has a huge following. And he was a Mandalorian. Mandalorians kick ass. See my choose a side thread, I chose either the Empire or the Mandalorians.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 08, 2016, 10:04:26 PM
If the EU is dead, doesn't that mean that Boba Fett's "Mandalorian" identity is dead, too?

(Genuine question.)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on January 08, 2016, 10:43:01 PM
Probably not, the prequels established it to some degree at least.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on January 08, 2016, 11:16:48 PM
Thanks, I missed that apparently.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 08, 2016, 11:21:24 PM
If the EU is dead, doesn't that mean that Boba Fett's "Mandalorian" identity is dead, too?

(Genuine question.)

That sounds like something Nigel Farage could have said...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 09, 2016, 08:48:36 AM
It's a legit unhappy thought, though.


Yes. But this thread was never intended to start or continue discussions. Also, when a thread gets closed, that has a reason.
We do try to keep this place friendly, so don't make me use my mace of moderation instead of the rod of slight correction....  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 09, 2016, 09:13:19 PM
I think you should start with shav. That's one unhappy random thought. He doesn't get moderated enough. ;.;
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 10, 2016, 09:26:12 AM
I think you should start with shav. That's one unhappy random thought. He doesn't get moderated enough. ;.;


He has been moderated more than anyone else, believe you me.


You should really meet him, it puts him totally in perspective.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 10, 2016, 10:19:22 AM
Is it okay if I pass on that "honor" ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 10, 2016, 12:07:27 PM
Is it okay if I pass on that "honor" ?


Of course it is...

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 10, 2016, 02:15:51 PM
I figure meeting someone face to face that you know from online gives you a very different perspective of that person because you can suddenly pick up on the tone of their arguments. Only 20% of all direct communication is verbal, so a person is so much more than their words.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 10, 2016, 02:23:08 PM
Well, he hasn't really given me incentive to make me want to meet him, and there is very little he can say to make me want to meet him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 10, 2016, 02:31:10 PM
Well, just making an argument for the concept of Shav maybe being a pretty cool guy in person.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 10, 2016, 02:36:24 PM
Ursa,

I speak English, Dutch, Frisian, French, German, Middle English, Spanish and can read most Latin, Old English, and even some Futhark, but what you just said is a concept I cannot translate.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 10, 2016, 02:46:32 PM
Ursa,

I speak English, Dutch, Frisian, French, German, Middle English, Spanish and can read most Latin, Old English, and even some Futhark, but what you just said is a concept I cannot translate.


That is because it needs no translation.


He is pretty cool in real life, and I hated him on the net before we met

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 10, 2016, 03:18:23 PM
I like to think the best of people and what you see of them online is only a fraction of what makes a person.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on January 10, 2016, 05:31:04 PM
Remarkably when you meet someone in real life you often find they have other qualities then the one's you've come to know and hate on the net. Conversation and humour especially flows very differently in real life talks then it does on a forum thread like this, especially one were you can't hear the tone of voice or expressions on their face.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 10, 2016, 05:49:10 PM
Yeah, an overwhelming amount of our communication is actually body language and depending on how you use it you can make an entire world of difference. I recently read a very informative book about it and would recomend it to anyone that wants to learn more about it. http://www.amazon.com/The-Definitive-Book-Body-Language/dp/0553804723

It made me more selfaware of the bad habits I had in my body language.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 10, 2016, 06:21:10 PM
Yeah, an overwhelming amount of our communication is actually body language and depending on how you use it you can make an entire world of difference. I recently read a very informative book about it and would recomend it to anyone that wants to learn more about it. http://www.amazon.com/The-Definitive-Book-Body-Language/dp/0553804723

It made me more selfaware of the bad habits I had in my body language.
\

But Ursa, I'm perpetually stuck doing this:

(http://persephonemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/homer-flip-off.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 10, 2016, 06:30:43 PM
Can't help you with ticks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 10, 2016, 11:47:07 PM
Perhaps Homer is indicating someone has a finger up his arse?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on January 11, 2016, 09:35:38 AM
David bowie :(
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 11, 2016, 09:46:19 AM
David bowie :(

Damn. :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 11, 2016, 11:24:07 AM
I thought David Bowie would be around forever.  :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on January 11, 2016, 11:30:04 AM
David bowie :(

Look at it on the bright side: Now at last I can become Goblin King!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on January 11, 2016, 10:14:17 PM
Labyrinth was an awesome movie and Bowie was a star - even if he has a massive crotch bulge throughout the film. I will remember him as the goblin king and always associate life on mars with him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on January 12, 2016, 09:31:03 AM
I never saw Labyrinth. I did hear that Bowie had to wear a cup because the midget actors kept running into his groin for some reason.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on February 12, 2016, 07:11:00 AM
Two things:

1. The old warhammer artist, Wayne England,  has passed away.  :cry:

May his amazing works outlast us all.

2. It seems that the Warseer community is planning to move to the 9th age site if their site doesn't return.

I fear that means they're going to bring all their debates and ceaseless arguments along with them and dent the 9th age's friendly atmosphere. It might not be that bad but if 9th becomes Warseer 2.0 then I don't want anything to do with it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on February 12, 2016, 10:22:57 AM
Isn't 9th age only warhammer fantasy? Seems odd that a 40k site would move there. If dakka dakka were to sort out their projects logs along warseer lines then there would be no need for warseer to come back. The advantage warseer had was sub-dividing the projects to make navigation easier, I've yet to find another site that does that well (althought to be fair at least here there is a separate 40k discussion/projects forum).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 12, 2016, 10:40:21 AM
I've yet to find another site that does that well (althought to be fair at least here there is a separate 40k discussion/projects forum).

Lustria Online has seperate sections for WHFB (8th / 9th), AoS and KoW, though this doesn't include the building/painting blogs. But working with tags they are easy to navigate. (for obvious reasons there is missing a 40k section)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 15, 2016, 08:52:25 AM
GW is sacking the Tomb Kings. This, combined with Brets and Beastmen, means that 3 factions of original WFB will kick the bucket. Oh well, at least we have Ground Marines... :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 15, 2016, 09:17:49 AM
GW is sacking the Tomb Kings. This, combined with Brets and Beastmen, means that 3 factions of original WFB will kick the bucket. Oh well, at least we have Ground Marines... :icon_rolleyes:

I don't know where you get this from, but Beastmen atleast is still around in the Chaos Grand Alliance battletome and on the GW site (under a few seperate subfactions)
Brayherds & Warherds

And Bretonnia is still in the air what will happen to it. I agree the future doesn't look good, but we still need to see what will happen with the Free People
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 15, 2016, 09:18:39 AM
The decision to split from vampires was odd, tomb kings were always an odd army (weak), and the string aesthetic of ancient Egypt was a bit out of place for the mediaeval fantasy feel of old world.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 15, 2016, 10:02:39 AM
But still, there was enough flavour to build upon, and at some point in 7th they were playable....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 15, 2016, 10:30:16 AM
GW is sacking the Tomb Kings. This, combined with Brets and Beastmen, means that 3 factions of original WFB will kick the bucket. Oh well, at least we have Ground Marines... :icon_rolleyes:

I don't know where you get this from, but Beastmen atleast is still around in the Chaos Grand Alliance battletome and on the GW site (under a few seperate subfactions)
Brayherds & Warherds

And Bretonnia is still in the air what will happen to it. I agree the future doesn't look good, but we still need to see what will happen with the Free People

They are supposed to be gone until the end of the year. Beastmen and Brets always selled very poorly, and weren't exactly popular with the players, same with Tomb Kings.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on February 15, 2016, 10:44:21 AM
The decision to split from vampires was odd, tomb kings were always an odd army (weak), and the string aesthetic of ancient Egypt was a bit out of place for the mediaeval fantasy feel of old world.

It made sense at the time. They just didn't make the army as exiting enough and multi thematic as the Vampire Counts who had a bunch of cool bloodlines. I rather liked the idea of a cursed kingdom unable to rest in peace and the undead fluff was some of my absolute favourite fluff in the setting.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 15, 2016, 11:02:32 AM
they'll surely incorporate some ideas of brets into "free people" though, so Brets are about as dead as dwarfs, empire, etc are.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 15, 2016, 11:58:53 AM
they'll surely incorporate some ideas of brets into "free people" though, so Brets are about as dead as dwarfs, empire, etc are.

I have a feeling that the Free People will consist solely of the Empire. Brets were always GW's least favorite faction, as they were just generic, King Arthur-like knights with little originality. I hope they'll stay, just like I hope that they'll keep Beastmen, but we shall see.

Anyway Tomb Kings were always cool. I liked the idea of two, different undead factions. It really add a lot to the game for me. Now that TK's are gone... it sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on February 15, 2016, 12:25:07 PM
Hmm, I still have a couple unopened boxes of Tomb Guard. If BFG is any indication I better hang on to those and sell them in a couple of years for their weight in gold...
 :wink:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 15, 2016, 12:36:36 PM
Hmm, I still have a couple unopened boxes of Tomb Guard. If BFG is any indication I better hang on to those and sell them in a couple of years for their weight in gold...
 :wink:

Which reminds me: I've just read that they might do similar thing to Empire, Ogres and Wood Elves. Basically I think they want to get rid of all the factions that don't fit the AoS (Stormcast/new Chaos) esthetics. Also aren't the Wood Elves basically gone anyway, with more emphasis put on the forest spirits?

Of course this could be bull, but it's GW we're talking about and I would not trust the brain parasites that took over their management.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on February 15, 2016, 12:41:02 PM
I bought a Steamtank earlier this summer just in case something like this happened. I should get around to paint it after I finished my Space Wolves.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 15, 2016, 12:53:46 PM
Yes, Mathi said the Wood Elf forum is dead due to focus on spirits.

I consider dwarfs to be dead, in comparison to the fyreslayer things they just released.

I have no idea how they will AoS-ify the "free people" aesthetically- most people collected empire precisely because they were not bombastic and OTT.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 15, 2016, 01:02:43 PM
@Xathrodox86

I'm still not sure how you get the idea that some stuff gets shafted.
- Beastmen, they are in the current range of Chaos, and prominently in the fluff (Realm of Life) and as they are currently in the range I do not see them going any time soon.
- Ogres, still need to be seen on the range, but also several mentions in the fluff, especially in the Khrone Battletome, so very likely that most will be kept. Also they got several pictures strewn around in the books

-Wood Elves, could go either way. In conjunction with HE and DE it's a wait and see what will happen.
-Empire, we jsut don't know, we have seen: Flaggelants, Warrior Priest and the War Altar in the pictures. There is at least fluff coming now with a human tribe in the "The Realmgate Wars: Bladestorm" series. How they will give it form with or without Bretonnia will have to be seen still.
Some items from Bretonnia I consider options to see back: Trebuchet (feels better fit to the fluff for scattered tribes), bowmen, men at arms, reliquary monks (still people venerating sigmar?), my best guess would be a merger of both into something a bit simpler and more faith oriented.

And Dwarfs, they will get a steampunk upgrade and keep most of their range. as has been rumoured already.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 15, 2016, 01:29:26 PM
Yes, Mathi said the Wood Elf forum is dead due to focus on spirits.


Gin ? Whisky ? Rum ?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 15, 2016, 01:32:09 PM
@Xathrodox86

I'm still not sure how you get the idea that some stuff gets shafted.
- Beastmen, they are in the current range of Chaos, and prominently in the fluff (Realm of Life) and as they are currently in the range I do not see them going any time soon.
- Ogres, still need to be seen on the range, but also several mentions in the fluff, especially in the Khrone Battletome, so very likely that most will be kept. Also they got several pictures strewn around in the books

-Wood Elves, could go either way. In conjunction with HE and DE it's a wait and see what will happen.
-Empire, we jsut don't know, we have seen: Flaggelants, Warrior Priest and the War Altar in the pictures. There is at least fluff coming now with a human tribe in the "The Realmgate Wars: Bladestorm" series. How they will give it form with or without Bretonnia will have to be seen still.
Some items from Bretonnia I consider options to see back: Trebuchet (feels better fit to the fluff for scattered tribes), bowmen, men at arms, reliquary monks (still people venerating sigmar?), my best guess would be a merger of both into something a bit simpler and more faith oriented.

And Dwarfs, they will get a steampunk upgrade and keep most of their range. as has been rumoured already.

The beastmen are in that tome, but it dosen't mean they can't get the axe. GW can reason that if anyone would want a Beastmen force in AoS, then they would use their old army, or buy some when AoS started. Like I said, I think it's the case of esthetics. They want primarily to push out their new, premiere stuff - Stormcasts and new Chaos. Old stuff is old, i.e. no longer important. Look how long it took them to give the free folk any consideration at all. Also I don't really believe that puffy sleeves and 14th century French-English knights fit into the whole... "theme" of AoS.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on February 15, 2016, 01:38:21 PM
@Xathrodox86

I'm still not sure how you get the idea that some stuff gets shafted.
- Beastmen, they are in the current range of Chaos, and prominently in the fluff (Realm of Life) and as they are currently in the range I do not see them going any time soon.
- Ogres, still need to be seen on the range, but also several mentions in the fluff, especially in the Khrone Battletome, so very likely that most will be kept. Also they got several pictures strewn around in the books

-Wood Elves, could go either way. In conjunction with HE and DE it's a wait and see what will happen.
-Empire, we jsut don't know, we have seen: Flaggelants, Warrior Priest and the War Altar in the pictures. There is at least fluff coming now with a human tribe in the "The Realmgate Wars: Bladestorm" series. How they will give it form with or without Bretonnia will have to be seen still.
Some items from Bretonnia I consider options to see back: Trebuchet (feels better fit to the fluff for scattered tribes), bowmen, men at arms, reliquary monks (still people venerating sigmar?), my best guess would be a merger of both into something a bit simpler and more faith oriented.

And Dwarfs, they will get a steampunk upgrade and keep most of their range. as has been rumoured already.

The beastmen are in that tome, but it dosen't mean they can't get the axe. GW can reason that if anyone would want a Beastmen force in AoS, then they would use their old army, or buy some when AoS started. Like I said, I think it's the case of esthetics. They want primarily to push out their new, premier stuff - Stormcasts and new Chaos. Old stuff is old, i.e. no longer important. Look how long it took them to give the free folk any consideration at all. Also I don't really believe that puffy sleeves and 14th century French-English knights fit into the whole... "theme" of AoS.

Ah yes they can but, I would not be so sure about it. I think they (beastmen) will be kept at least till somewhere in 2017. If not I owe you a beer on the Eurobash 2017!  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 15, 2016, 01:49:18 PM
@Xathrodox86

I'm still not sure how you get the idea that some stuff gets shafted.
- Beastmen, they are in the current range of Chaos, and prominently in the fluff (Realm of Life) and as they are currently in the range I do not see them going any time soon.
- Ogres, still need to be seen on the range, but also several mentions in the fluff, especially in the Khrone Battletome, so very likely that most will be kept. Also they got several pictures strewn around in the books

-Wood Elves, could go either way. In conjunction with HE and DE it's a wait and see what will happen.
-Empire, we jsut don't know, we have seen: Flaggelants, Warrior Priest and the War Altar in the pictures. There is at least fluff coming now with a human tribe in the "The Realmgate Wars: Bladestorm" series. How they will give it form with or without Bretonnia will have to be seen still.
Some items from Bretonnia I consider options to see back: Trebuchet (feels better fit to the fluff for scattered tribes), bowmen, men at arms, reliquary monks (still people venerating sigmar?), my best guess would be a merger of both into something a bit simpler and more faith oriented.

And Dwarfs, they will get a steampunk upgrade and keep most of their range. as has been rumoured already.

The beastmen are in that tome, but it dosen't mean they can't get the axe. GW can reason that if anyone would want a Beastmen force in AoS, then they would use their old army, or buy some when AoS started. Like I said, I think it's the case of esthetics. They want primarily to push out their new, premier stuff - Stormcasts and new Chaos. Old stuff is old, i.e. no longer important. Look how long it took them to give the free folk any consideration at all. Also I don't really believe that puffy sleeves and 14th century French-English knights fit into the whole... "theme" of AoS.

Ah yes they can but, I would not be so sure about it. I think they (beastmen) will be kept at least till somewhere in 2017. If not I owe you a beer on the Eurobash 2017!  :happy:

Then it's a deal Steg, but only if you'll drink it with me. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on February 15, 2016, 02:30:43 PM
Yes, Mathi said the Wood Elf forum is dead due to focus on spirits.


Gin ? Whisky ? Rum ?

yes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on February 15, 2016, 04:02:01 PM
Maybe there just needs to be one old school WHFB forum if people abadone the specialised forums?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 15, 2016, 11:21:00 PM
Yes, Mathi said the Wood Elf forum is dead due to focus on spirits.


Gin ? Whisky ? Rum ?

Sprite.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on February 22, 2016, 10:44:26 AM
Well, I was finally gonna see the new Star Wars movie today, because I finally had a convinient day off and they stopped showing it just today. I was gonna see it during the week, but I started taking a new ADHD medication that just fucked up my mood and sleep entierly for most of the week, so I wanted to recover a bit before enjoying a movie at the cinema. :dry:

Oh well, I guess I will just watch it at a friends house when it's out on bluray. He does have a HD protector and a surround system, so I will at least get some of the cinema experience. :closed-eyes:
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Post by: Finlay on February 22, 2016, 10:52:54 AM
that sucks bro, it was good fun!

Hope you feel better soon,
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on February 22, 2016, 11:01:39 AM
Thanks. I am feeling better now. It was just a shaky first week. Sleeping 3-4 hours a day for 4 days in a row was kinda taxing. Thankfully, I can sleep more properly now. I'm just annoyed that I picked the one day they stopped showing it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 22, 2016, 11:50:08 AM
That sucks Ursa. Good to hear that you're better tough and don't worry. The new SW will look almost as good on an HD set, as it would in cinema.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on February 22, 2016, 01:44:08 PM
I'm mostly annoyed that I will have to wait even longer for it now. I have done pretty well with avoiding spoilers, though.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 27, 2016, 11:11:54 PM
Right now (11 at night, in the cold) there are several guys in next door's back garden in just their boxers, having some sort of weird party. It's never girls who do this sort of thing, is it!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on February 28, 2016, 02:06:32 PM

...... but are they wearing shoes .......................  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on February 28, 2016, 03:45:48 PM
If anyone did it here I would probably have to call for an ambulance because I would have to assume that they are high and possibly freezing to death in the cold winter night.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on February 28, 2016, 07:10:49 PM
Right now (11 at night, in the cold) there are several guys in next door's back garden in just their boxers, having some sort of weird party. It's never girls who do this sort of thing, is it!

Only in a certain type of movie......  :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on February 28, 2016, 07:50:16 PM
Happens all the time around here.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 29, 2016, 12:59:04 AM
...... but are they wearing shoes .......................  :engel:

Of course not! That would be weird!  :icon_razz:


By the way, I ended up joining the party!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on February 29, 2016, 09:32:51 AM

By the way, I ended up joining the party!  :::cheers:::

Well that was a given - I mean you're well known for that - Antwerp 2008 anyone?   :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 29, 2016, 04:00:03 PM
That was all due to Finlay and FR1DAY!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 01, 2016, 09:00:48 AM
That was all due to Finlay and FR1DAY!


Still, you did crash a wedding party. And weren't even kicked out....
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on March 01, 2016, 11:07:22 AM
Even though I had bare feet! haha
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on March 03, 2016, 07:30:20 PM
This probably kinda sums up the whole new Ghostbusters movie. It's the most depressing movie trailer I have ever seen.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RbZ8qG9QEo
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 03, 2016, 08:32:37 PM
While the remake might be shit, I don't really understand the hatred against this particular remake and not allllllll the other remakes
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on March 03, 2016, 09:56:07 PM
Probably because Ghostbusters is a once in a lifetime kind of movie. Like a perefect storm it all just kinda comes together and there is nothing I would remove from the movie or think of to add.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 03, 2016, 10:38:05 PM
I think that's true of most remakes.

The american version of Old Boy

Wickerman.

planet of the apes.


3 absolutely heinous remakes, off the top of my head.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on March 04, 2016, 12:13:23 AM
When it does work it's great or even better than the original in some cases, but more than often Hollywood messes things up. Ghostbusters is supposed to be a comedy and I found the trailer to be absolutely unfunny in a way that made me cringe. I guess just expected it to be more mediocre than just straight up bad and was left disappointed.

On the bright side, if the new Ghostbusters movie is one of the biggest annoyances in my life, I'm not doing too terrible at all.

I also expect everyone to also be very sceptical when they reboot Back to the Future as well.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on March 04, 2016, 12:41:26 AM
I'm not as displeased at Ghostbusters getting remade as some of the other people I know. I'm a little surprised to see just how frothing mad some people are. I'm a big fan of the original, but I have no strong feelings on it getting remade. That said I watched the trailer and just felt meh. There was nothing particularly funny. I'll probably watch it sooner or later but I'm certainly in no rush.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 04, 2016, 09:49:41 AM
I think that's true of most remakes.

The american version of Old Boy

Wickerman.

planet of the apes.


3 absolutely heinous remakes, off the top of my head.

Wickerman is a comedy gold. I love watching it with my buddies. :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 04, 2016, 10:22:43 AM
When it does work it's great or even better than the original in some cases, but more than often Hollywood messes things up. Ghostbusters is supposed to be a comedy and I found the trailer to be absolutely unfunny in a way that made me cringe. I guess just expected it to be more mediocre than just straight up bad and was left disappointed.

On the bright side, if the new Ghostbusters movie is one of the biggest annoyances in my life, I'm not doing too terrible at all.

I also expect everyone to also be very sceptical when they reboot Back to the Future as well.
good, or great remakes are very few and very far between.
They are normally abominations.

the trailer didn't make me laugh and I likely won't go and see it, but I also don't rever the original.

I'm not as displeased at Ghostbusters getting remade as some of the other people I know. I'm a little surprised to see just how frothing mad some people are. I'm a big fan of the original, but I have no strong feelings on it getting remade. That said I watched the trailer and just felt meh. There was nothing particularly funny. I'll probably watch it sooner or later but I'm certainly in no rush.
the film will probably suck and kristen wiig and melissa mccarthy are overplayed and annoying, but I really don't get the mouth-froth either.
I can't help but suspect ulterior motives when people get so annoyed about it.

I think that's true of most remakes.

The american version of Old Boy

Wickerman.

planet of the apes.


3 absolutely heinous remakes, off the top of my head.

Wickerman is a comedy gold. I love watching it with my buddies. :icon_lol:

(https://media1.giphy.com/media/cCn7tPIqtVwtO/200.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 04, 2016, 10:32:58 AM
That scene is legendary...

Also bear suit.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 04, 2016, 10:47:53 AM
I remember watching the real Wickerman for the first time when I was 18 and being scared shitless.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 04, 2016, 01:27:43 PM
I remember watching the real Wickerman for the first time when I was 18 and being scared shitless.

Christopher Lee was in that movie. Also I think it was much more sexualised, which kinda made sense with the whole fertility cult thing going on.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 04, 2016, 02:17:40 PM

and the virgin policeman!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 04, 2016, 03:31:30 PM

and the virgin policeman!

Wans't it made by the great Hammer Films, legends of camp horror?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on March 04, 2016, 05:53:51 PM
Did you ever see The Medusa Touch? another hammer film I think that scared me absolutely shitless.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on March 04, 2016, 05:56:44 PM

and the virgin policeman!

....... who went on to become the ruthless "Callan"    :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 04, 2016, 09:58:28 PM
"Dirty" Harry?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on March 05, 2016, 01:40:58 AM
I'm sure people will be thrilled in 15-20 years when the Lord of the Rings movies gets remade.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 07, 2016, 10:37:08 AM
Did you ever see The Medusa Touch? another hammer film I think that scared me absolutely shitless.

Funnily enough, I've seen almost zero Hammer films, and I consider myself and expert in shitty cinema (Uwe Boll is my husbando).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on March 11, 2016, 06:26:26 PM
Work is bloody awful at the moment. I say this with no exageration having spoken to colleagues in various parts of the health service: the NHS is on the verge of collapse. It could be days away. It's madeningly frustrating particularly with the political disconnect. I think I may get home and weep.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 11, 2016, 06:57:55 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/coUDcYm.gif)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 11, 2016, 09:01:00 PM
What do you do red shift?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on March 11, 2016, 09:34:01 PM
Doc (but have never been on strike, will make that clear!).
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 11, 2016, 10:44:13 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CdTS7GtW0AACAcb.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on March 12, 2016, 10:45:33 AM
Well, my mom is burned out from work and stress. She has been given a month off and she seems to be having a problem with her blood pressure. I myself am also halfway burned out from life and studies, so it's not like I can give her the time to help her out around the house all that much.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on March 12, 2016, 05:23:35 PM
My computer is down, and will have limited access to internet until that issue is resolved. :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 14, 2016, 08:55:24 AM
Everyone seems to have problems with their jobs and I'm no exception. Not only is my company a political tube for the right winge-goverment, but my current position is really unsatysfying and downright boring. We were told that we'll be working in a creative sort of way, but all we do is some dumb, ctrl+c-ctrl+v crap and writing useless documents. I already miss my old job. :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on March 14, 2016, 09:35:36 AM
Well, it pays the bills....

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 14, 2016, 10:41:39 AM
Well, it pays the bills....

Yeah, altough not well enough...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on March 16, 2016, 09:59:23 PM
I'm back.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on March 16, 2016, 10:19:09 PM
Well, it pays the bills....

Yeah, altough not well enough...

Think of it as an incentive to look for other jobs.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 16, 2016, 10:31:00 PM
Everyone seems to have problems with their jobs and I'm no exception. Not only is my company a political tube for the right winge-goverment, but my current position is really unsatysfying and downright boring. We were told that we'll be working in a creative sort of way, but all we do is some dumb, ctrl+c-ctrl+v crap and writing useless documents. I already miss my old job.

Does it leave you some free time at least?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on March 17, 2016, 04:54:24 AM
Quote
but all we do is some dumb, ctrl+c-ctrl+v crap and writing useless documents
That sounds great. Is it a lot of effort?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 17, 2016, 08:38:21 AM
Everyone seems to have problems with their jobs and I'm no exception. Not only is my company a political tube for the right winge-goverment, but my current position is really unsatysfying and downright boring. We were told that we'll be working in a creative sort of way, but all we do is some dumb, ctrl+c-ctrl+v crap and writing useless documents. I already miss my old job.

Does it leave you some free time at least?

Yeah, but I'm usually too tired to do anything creative, after work. I don't even paint or kitbash anymore. Yesterday went to bed at around 10 PM, which is extremly early for me.

@Ursa - the problem is that I absolutely love the people that I'm working with. They're some of the finest guys and gals out there and I've made a promise to my boss, who's also a good mate of mine...

I'm currently finishing the annoying stuff, that bores me so, and hope that next weeks will be more interesting.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on March 18, 2016, 10:51:31 PM
Guido Westerwelle died today, aged 54. Former head of the German liberal party, former foreign secretary, eloquent, intelligent, and a pretty great guy.

He had been battling with leukaemia for two years. Too soon, really.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on March 20, 2016, 11:14:05 AM
So why do people still use twitter if it's becoming increasingly outdated?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on March 21, 2016, 08:52:53 AM
Guido Westerwelle died today, aged 54. Former head of the German liberal party, former foreign secretary, eloquent, intelligent, and a pretty great guy.

He had been battling with leukaemia for two years. Too soon, really.

True. He was a pretty great guy and I liked him as well. :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on March 23, 2016, 10:29:08 AM
highest run chase ever vs SA.

Next game 60/6 vs afghanistan. Sigh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on March 25, 2016, 11:34:44 PM
When I heard the thunk of the rat trap, I knew something was up. Now my mother in law is here for Easter weekend and I can see why the traps are suddenly full of suicidal critters.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 03, 2016, 05:17:37 PM
Bugger, thought England were gonna wjn that 19 to defend last over
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Sig on April 04, 2016, 12:04:58 AM
West Indies are random, I thought when they beat India you guys had a real chance. I think India would have beaten you but I'm a bit disappointed the Windies did. Good on them though, they needed it badly.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on April 07, 2016, 04:38:55 PM
I got way to much crap to deal with and wont have time to paint any minis for a month. :x
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 07, 2016, 09:08:11 PM
"State troops" are called "Freeguild Guard"

good god.


In more serious unhappy random thoughts, it's the 5th wedding annviersary today, and Ellies only just got back from hospital with Ted (he's fine).
Can we drink some Bellini's and eat our takeaway before passing out?! who knows.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 07, 2016, 09:47:33 PM
To compensate a bit: guard will probably get some militia sprue with them.

And atleast congratulations!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on April 07, 2016, 09:57:49 PM
I noticed that the Freeguild Guard doesn't have cannons.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on April 07, 2016, 10:13:50 PM
I noticed that the Freeguild Guard doesn't have cannons.

All grouped in the Ironweld Arsenal (well duardin cannons, but our rocket battery and hellstorm and steamtank)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on April 07, 2016, 10:26:33 PM
Well, I guess that's always something.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on April 07, 2016, 10:59:10 PM
"State troops" are called "Freeguild Guard"

good god.


In more serious unhappy random thoughts, it's the 5th wedding annviersary today, and Ellies only just got back from hospital with Ted (he's fine).
Can we drink some Bellini's and eat our takeaway before passing out?! who knows.

Bad luck. Your child's health is worth a hundredweight and more in gold though, so keep smiling. If it's any consolation my son is screaming away at midnight and I've got a busy on call shift tomorrow.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on April 08, 2016, 11:14:07 AM
I wouldn't have even taken him to the Drs, but he's got peniccilin and is about 1000% better today.
He didn't eat anything yesterday and must have only said about 10 words. Today back to his normal bellowing self.

I think they just slightly faffed over what to do, but eventually decided to check bloods and swab, but have given us anti biots anyway, and will inform us if any changes based on results.
They were worried it was maybe linked to his weird neck lump infected gland thing he had in september
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on April 08, 2016, 02:57:14 PM
"State troops" are called "Freeguild Guard"

good god.
(https://www.games-workshop.com/resources/touts/2016-04-02/AoSLanding/Header_carousel//RGWGodbeasts_ProdSlide.jpg)

REALMGATE GODBEASTS

Terribleness is reaching critical mass.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 08, 2016, 03:18:38 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/DsdVe5jhHWNC8/giphy.gif)

Watching Warhammer Fantasy become Age of Sigmar has been like watching a good friend destroy their life with drugs and alcohol.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on April 08, 2016, 03:20:32 PM
I wouldn't have even taken him to the Drs, but he's got peniccilin and is about 1000% better today.
He didn't eat anything yesterday and must have only said about 10 words. Today back to his normal bellowing self.

I think they just slightly faffed over what to do, but eventually decided to check bloods and swab, but have given us anti biots anyway, and will inform us if any changes based on results.
They were worried it was maybe linked to his weird neck lump infected gland thing he had in september

99 times out of 100 there is nothing more sinister going on, kids get infections all the time, I think we are taught up to 30 a year is not uncommon, he'll be fine!

I'm a bit miffed to look in the local paper today and find my 'friend' has published one of my caving photos in the headline article without asking me and then credited it to someone else!
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Post by: Gneisenau on April 08, 2016, 08:48:41 PM
How annoying.

You are manifestly a more balanced man than I am.
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Post by: red shift on April 08, 2016, 09:52:52 PM
Not sure if you're taking the mick or not there gneisenau but all my photos are friends only on Facebook as I like to keep them private and he's copied them without asking, given them to a newspaper and got them on the BBC/television. All to promote his new company. I wouldn't even have known if I hadn't turned the radio on this evening. I personally don't feel it's unreasonable to feel aggrieved.
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Post by: Gneisenau on April 08, 2016, 10:12:31 PM
I'm certainly not; apologies if I gave the impression.

What I meant was that I would be more than a bit miffed, if I were in your position. It's a really impolite thing to do, to say the least.
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Post by: red shift on April 08, 2016, 10:24:42 PM
Sorry for the misunderstanding. I was initially very supportive of his New found fame which helps his business interests but the article doesn't just nick my pics without credit, it also is very misleading and is clearly designed to scare people into paying for searches (with his company) that they don't need. I think what's most upsetting for me is we were very best friends a few years ago and then had a fall out because of a caving accident and then he got back in touch and said how awful he felt, etc, I thought things were different and a couple of months later, boom, back to the old ways.
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Post by: S.O.F on April 09, 2016, 08:12:00 PM
Watching Warhammer Fantasy become Age of Sigmar has been like watching a good friend destroy their life with drugs and alcohol.

Essentially WHFB is the pre-Meth picture and AoS is the post-Meth picture
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Post by: Gneisenau on April 09, 2016, 08:52:47 PM
I think what's most upsetting for me is we were very best friends a few years ago and then had a fall out because of a caving accident and then he got back in touch and said how awful he felt, etc, I thought things were different and a couple of months later, boom, back to the old ways.

That's quite the story there! :-)

But yeah, I hate it when people use my work as their own. It's a different thing when they ask nicely and give full credit.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 09, 2016, 09:13:35 PM
@S.O.F, actually I see it as Warhammer fantasy being Tolkien in a deep gothic depression and then AoS is when he started taking happy pills.(might of overdosed a little):-P

Anyway, unhappy thought, today was supposed to be a no work day where I could focus on my hobbies by my sister didn't plan ahead to her trip so now I'm stuck watching my baby niece all day.

On a brighter note, it took two weeks but my GW order finally arrived. :-D
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 11, 2016, 07:46:47 AM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/DsdVe5jhHWNC8/giphy.gif)

Watching Warhammer Fantasy become Age of Sigmar has been like watching a good friend destroy their life with drugs and alcohol.

I had that feeling some time ago. Now I just shake my head with sadness and continue assembling my Imperial Guardsmen.
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Post by: Syphon on April 11, 2016, 10:51:39 AM

I had that feeling some time ago. Now I just shake my head with sadness and continue assembling my Imperial Guardsmen.

That was destroyed too, when they renamed them "Astra Militarum".
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 11, 2016, 02:44:56 PM

I had that feeling some time ago. Now I just shake my head with sadness and continue assembling my Imperial Guardsmen.

That was destroyed too, when they renamed them "Astra Militarum".

Is the term "Space marine" trademarked by GW? If not, they'll probably update the name too! If it's not trademark-able, then change it!
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Post by: Syphon on April 11, 2016, 04:16:02 PM

I had that feeling some time ago. Now I just shake my head with sadness and continue assembling my Imperial Guardsmen.

That was destroyed too, when they renamed them "Astra Militarum".

Is the term "Space marine" trademarked by GW? If not, they'll probably update the name too! If it's not trademark-able, then change it!

They tried but failed.
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 11, 2016, 04:28:29 PM
So maybe they'll try Astra Marinium?
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Post by: Finlay on April 11, 2016, 04:41:43 PM
Adeptus Astartes.

Anyone who calls guard astra militarum CSN feck off
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 11, 2016, 05:06:07 PM
Didn't they rename the storm troopers because they sounded too much like Star Wars storm troopers? They did all this a couple of years ago when 6th ed released, right?
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Post by: Gankom on April 11, 2016, 06:47:07 PM
I thought storm troopers got renamed because 'Storm Trooper' is to generic/historical. Not to mention the star wars connection.
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Post by: Finlay on April 11, 2016, 09:04:03 PM
Just had the worst meal in a restaurant maybe ever for me.

If that's fourth best restaurant in Bournemouth I really feel sorry for the people of Bournemouth.

I'd genuinely have rather had a KFC


Ragggeeeee
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 11, 2016, 09:36:57 PM
Just had the worst meal in a restaurant maybe ever for me.

I hope it was cheap at least!
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 11, 2016, 10:07:56 PM
I'd genuinely have rather had a KFC

Ragggeeeee

I thought you guys only at fish and chips? We can't do fish and chips here to save our lives. You need to swing by the states and try some better fried chicken and BBQ than KFC.
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Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2016, 11:19:17 AM
I had to go to doctors to get antibiotics this morning.

Maybe that's why the dinner didn't really taste of anything!

Should be good fish and chips where I am, right by the sea
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 12, 2016, 12:03:17 PM
You must have caught whatever Ted had. Get well soon!
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Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2016, 12:23:20 PM
Strep throat!

Which is why I knew j needed antibiotics and not just a normal sore throat which would go away
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 13, 2016, 09:23:58 AM
I'm going to a doc today. Got this nasty, stinging pain in my left, lower side. Wish I could finally stop going to doctors all the damn time...
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 15, 2016, 01:51:18 PM
That's really unfortunate to hear, Xathrodox. :icon_sad:

Hope you get better and not have to see the inside of a docter office for a long time.
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Post by: Finlay on April 15, 2016, 03:56:46 PM

it's annoying when theres something wrong but you're not quite sure.
Much simpler when it's "my throat really hurts, look at my tonsils, gimme dat penicilin"
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Post by: red shift on April 16, 2016, 12:00:40 PM
Always a difficult call as Antibiotic resistance is majorly on the rise but when they work its dramatic, normally one or two doses and the tide is turned. The big fear if they are given out too often is that we will be unable to  treat pneumonia, meningitis etc and a simple biopsy could kill you.

Had to take my daughter to hospital yesterday eve, was floppy and febrile at the gp but antibiotics turned it around like a miracle
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Post by: Gankom on April 16, 2016, 04:47:30 PM
Unhappy thought: A large, buff Serbian man just pulled a wisdom tooth out with a pair of pliers. It's also an unhappy feeling.

But at least it's done with.
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 17, 2016, 03:15:06 AM
Unhappy thought: A large, buff Serbian man just pulled a wisdom tooth out with a pair of pliers. It's also an unhappy feeling.

But at least it's done with.

Did you ask him to do it?
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 17, 2016, 09:47:42 AM
Worse, he paid him to do it! Masochist confirmed! :icon_eek:
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Post by: Gankom on April 17, 2016, 01:37:40 PM
Paid him indeed, although I have to admit I was expecting a method a bit more high tech. Humans can go to space, but removing teeth is still using pliers.

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Post by: GamesPoet on April 17, 2016, 02:14:45 PM
Sometimes the old fashion ways are better than what ever the world might currently be offering.  Probably just as quick and efficient, too.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on April 17, 2016, 04:16:32 PM
Building a rocket and shooting it into space also costs millions of dollars. So a pair of pliers makes sense from a financial viewpoint.

I myself finished watching season 2 of Daredevil on Netflix. I thought it was not even close to as good as the first season, it was very contrived, turned most characters into some kind of idiot to make the plot work and I wasted 10 hours watching it.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 18, 2016, 08:14:18 AM
That's really unfortunate to hear, Xathrodox. :icon_sad:

Hope you get better and not have to see the inside of a docter office for a long time.

I hope so too friend. We shall see soon. :happy:
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Post by: red shift on April 21, 2016, 08:14:19 PM
Whilst constructing my storm raven I managed to slip and do a self inflicted thumb cut to the bone. I got it glued but every time I use it it bleeds. Really annoying.
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Post by: FR1DAY on April 21, 2016, 09:13:05 PM
Ouch!
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Post by: Finlay on April 21, 2016, 09:17:10 PM
Prince died.

Here's a video of prince owning tom petty, jeff lynne and steve winwood

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SFNW5F8K9Y
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 22, 2016, 09:04:12 AM
Prince died.

Here's a video of prince owning tom petty, jeff lynne and steve winwood

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SFNW5F8K9Y

 :unsure:
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Post by: wissenlander on April 22, 2016, 10:09:59 AM
Just watched that video.  Real bummer.  Chyna, of WWF/E fame passed away yesterday as well.
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Post by: Finlay on April 22, 2016, 10:48:46 AM
They didn't mention Chyna at all when they reinstated the Womens championship at Wrestlemania. I was never a huge fan but it was remarkable what she did.

Obviously she had drug problems and made porn films, not great with new PG stuff.
But they seem to accept no responsibility at all for all the drug problems.
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Post by: wissenlander on April 22, 2016, 11:21:04 AM
WWE is really messed up with a lot of that stuff, man.  Their Hall of Fame stuff usually angers me because it's so freaking political.  The Women's Division in WWF was actually pretty legit back when Chyna was around because there was talent instead of just swimsuit models. 
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Post by: GamesPoet on April 22, 2016, 01:42:41 PM
Prince died.

Here's a video of prince owning tom petty, jeff lynne and steve winwood

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SFNW5F8K9Y
Agreed. :::cheers:::
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Post by: phillyt on April 22, 2016, 01:46:17 PM
Chyna was real poison behind the scenes as well though.  And her very public fights with HHH made it difficult to foresee her coming back into the fold.  Her porn career pretty much sealed the deal.

As far as the women's division, I am not sure it was that much better during her time.  There were what, three women at any given time?  I think the early and mid 2000's were the high water mark for the division personally.
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Post by: Finlay on April 22, 2016, 02:22:24 PM
I think the quality of the division now is as good as it's ever been.
Chyna held a mens belt and regularly wrestled men- because the quality of the other female wrestlers was so poor.

Trish Stratus and Lita were also quality, but from 2000-2006, rather than chyna 1997-2001.

Having said that, here's a video of Chyna squashing Trish in 2000.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-R0WGPlP2c

I'd forgotten her falling out with HHH. Just think it's gross that WWE are so punitive aorund drugs/roid issues. The environment ofd the company, and the nature ofd the product, obviously pushes people into Roids and other drugs, and they wash their hands of any responsibility.
I guess they're careful given the Benoit situation.
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Post by: wissenlander on April 22, 2016, 02:31:37 PM
Ah, I see my brain is a bit faulty.  I guess I'm pushing a lot of that stuff together when it was more spread out.  I thought they were all in the same era together.  I think the women's division was better in the Lita/Trish days, actually.  I just thought Chyna was there as well.

I'd actually forgotten her falling out with HHH as well!

Just think it's gross that WWE are so punitive aorund drugs/roid issues. The environment ofd the company, and the nature ofd the product, obviously pushes people into Roids and other drugs, and they wash their hands of any responsibility.
I guess they're careful given the Benoit situation.

I think CTE with Benoit.  I do believe he was on roids at the time as well, and that may have contributed.  They seem to really be cracking down on that stuff now.  But it's always been an issue in that industry, so I definitely agree with you on that.
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Post by: phillyt on April 22, 2016, 02:34:07 PM
WWE and wrestling in general has always been very petty.  Chyna was dating the guy who is now essentially in charge of the company and they broke up UGLY.  She then ranted on him a few times and did porn.  Savage did far less and was similarly black balled.

She will get in posthumously, which I hate.  Its about the most petty you can get.

"We didn't like you when you were alive, but now that you are dead and we can cherry pick only what we liked about you, we will let you in."
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Post by: wissenlander on April 22, 2016, 02:40:00 PM
I'm so used to liking posts...I'd like yours, Phil, there.  Agree with everything you said.  It's been a while since I've really watched, more than 10 years consistently, so my memory is lacking.  My only real exposure to wrestling anymore is through friends that watch it and Chris Jericho's podcast.
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Post by: phillyt on April 22, 2016, 03:27:28 PM
Thanks Wiss!

I to am way out of the loop.  I haven't really watched since around 2007.  Shortly after Chris Benoit died to be honest.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on June 01, 2016, 08:30:01 AM
Welp, my favourite podcast http://thebiggestproblemintheuniverse.com/ ended yesterday. Tuesdays will never be the same again after two years of Seinfeldian discussions about all sorts of dumb things. I guess both the hosts either started hating eachother or there was some issue about money? :oops:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 01, 2016, 08:45:09 AM
Got my x-rays today. My lower sides have been killing me for more than a month so far, and so far the docs have no clue why. Hope this'll shed some light, whatever that light might be.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on June 01, 2016, 09:33:54 AM
I hope things turn out alright for you.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 01, 2016, 10:01:19 AM
I hope things turn out alright for you.

I hope so too Ursa. Thanks.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on June 16, 2016, 02:30:04 AM
Hey, Xathrodox,  sorry for responding so late. (very hectic family and work problems)

Sorry to hear you've got those unknown pains. Any word yet on the problem?

Here's hoping for your recovery.  :-)
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 17, 2016, 08:04:00 AM
Hey, Xathrodox,  sorry for responding so late. (very hectic family and work problems)

Sorry to hear you've got those unknown pains. Any word yet on the problem?

Here's hoping for your recovery.  :-)

Hey Baron. It's getting worse, but I'm having a proper checkout next week and it will solve everything I hope. Not feeling too good, but what can you do? ;) Soldier up and go forward. :biggriin:
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Post by: Gneisenau on June 19, 2016, 07:47:36 PM
Anton Yelchin died in a car crash today.
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Post by: red shift on June 19, 2016, 10:06:03 PM
Sounds like a terrible way to go and such a talented young man
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Post by: Quickbeam on June 23, 2016, 03:08:24 AM
I have Malaria.  :icon_eek:
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Post by: MrDWhitey on June 23, 2016, 08:18:15 AM
(http://www.pictures88.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/You-Did-It-Congratulations.png)

Dying is not allowed.
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Post by: Gneisenau on June 23, 2016, 08:49:47 PM
I have Malaria.  :icon_eek:

What.
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Post by: Quickbeam on June 23, 2016, 09:20:15 PM
Thanks Whitey. Means a lot brother.

What.
I caught it sitting in a god forsaken swamp on the DMZ I guess. Turns out that stuff stays with out for up to a year.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on June 23, 2016, 09:22:39 PM
You're welcome sister.
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Post by: Gneisenau on June 23, 2016, 09:31:38 PM
I caught it sitting in a god forsaken swamp on the DMZ I guess. Turns out that stuff stays with out for up to a year.

Oh dear, that's terrible.

Hope you get well! I guess the military will take care of treatment?
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Post by: patsy02 on June 23, 2016, 10:05:45 PM
Malaria? Just walk it off, you pussy.
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Post by: Quickbeam on June 24, 2016, 12:00:35 AM
You're welcome sister.
:engel:
Oh dear, that's terrible.

Hope you get well! I guess the military will take care of treatment?
Thanks. They threw me some pills and said to drink pleanty of water  :icon_cool: I'll be alright now I think.

Malaria? Just walk it off, you pussy.
I've tried to for the last 6 months  :lol: I kept telling myself it was just a cold or the flu and putting it off. A group of people in another Battalion caught it and my commander forced me to go get checked.
Sgt Quickbeam may be impervious to bullets but apparently not to infectious diseases.
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Post by: BAWTRM on June 24, 2016, 07:21:08 AM
Take care. My father went abroad for his work quite often, mostly in the tropics, and he caught malaria too. Being a rather stubborn man he completely disregarded the first symptoms (even though he knew very well how to recognize them) and ended up in hospital with eyes that had turned almost completely yellow because (among other things) his galbladder had gone wrong.

Luckily he was back home when it happened but he had to go to the 'Harbour Hospital' in Rotterdam as they are the most specialized hospital in the Netherlands regarding malaria (seeing as all those sailors that come into port with malaria).

Do not take it lightly, it doesn't kill so many people worldwide by being 'just slightly worse than a flu' (my father's words beforehand).
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on June 24, 2016, 07:33:41 AM
Due to Brexit I'm going to miss my English buddies at the Eurobash next year, now that they probably can't come without a Visum or it's to expensive to come over....  :icon_eek:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 27, 2016, 07:21:55 AM
Due to Brexit I'm going to miss my English buddies at the Eurobash next year, now that they probably can't come without a Visum or it's to expensive to come over....  :icon_eek:

I sincerely hope that it will not be so. I'll do anything to shake the hands of all you fine fellows next year, Brexit be damned.
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Post by: Quickbeam on July 01, 2016, 09:45:55 PM
Update on the Malaria. Waiting as long as I did to get treatment has messed me up pretty bad but after a few days in bed and a whole slew of pills I'm feeling a much better. Lost some weight off of my already small frame but other than that nothing too bad.

Went for a 5 mile run yesterday morning just to see how much cardio I'd lost but I was still breaking off the new Privates with a slow 9 minute mile pace.

Do not take it lightly, it doesn't kill so many people worldwide by being 'just slightly worse than a flu' (my father's words beforehand).
Thanks man  :::cheers::: the Korean strain is mild compared to some so I got rather lucky as infectious diseases go!
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 15, 2016, 01:07:52 AM
More than 70 people killed in Nice by what's probably a terrorist attack.

Poor French just can't catch a break.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 15, 2016, 02:21:15 AM
Heard about it a few hours ago. Bless those poor people. :icon_cry:

They'll be in my prayers.

@Quickbeam,  so glad to hear you're okay! :-)

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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 15, 2016, 09:54:33 AM
Poor French. My thoughts are with the victims and their families.
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on July 15, 2016, 05:34:46 PM
Loading up the moving truck on the hottest day of summer.  :|

Off to North Carolina!
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 18, 2016, 09:53:51 AM
Loading up the moving truck on the hottest day of summer.  :|

Off to North Carolina!

Good luck! :)
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Post by: Ursa Doom on July 21, 2016, 03:20:56 PM
My mom found a wasp nest outside the front door of our summer house and decided to spray the entrance of the nest with mosquito poision. Now they can't find the entrance and just swarms outside the front door in a confused manner.
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 22, 2016, 06:31:05 AM
And a confused wasp is an angry wasp (anger seemingly being their prime emotion anyway). Hurrah for back doors I guess?
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 22, 2016, 07:40:18 AM
Are you talking about wasps or WASPS now?
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Post by: Ursa Doom on July 22, 2016, 10:18:32 AM
Those inescts didn't actually get all that angry. I think they just exausted themselves in the blazing summer sun while looking for the entrance to their nest that was now sprayed with mosquito repellent that probably blocked the pheromones.

There is also no backdoor here. So I just briskly walked through them wearing all heavy black clothes, covering the entire body and sunglasses. The outfit made me look like I was about to commit a crime in a bad TV movie. :dry:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 25, 2016, 10:37:21 AM
Those inescts didn't actually get all that angry. I think they just exausted themselves in the blazing summer sun while looking for the entrance to their nest that was now sprayed with mosquito repellent that probably blocked the pheromones.

There is also no backdoor here. So I just briskly walked through them wearing all heavy black clothes, covering the entire body and sunglasses. The outfit made me look like I was about to commit a crime in a bad TV movie. :dry:

Where are the pics? :biggriin:
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Post by: Ursa Doom on July 25, 2016, 11:23:38 AM
There are non to be had. :closed-eyes: The wasps has gotten over the original attack now. So now I go and spray a more subtle poison at their nest during the night, while they are sleeping.
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Post by: red shift on July 25, 2016, 06:28:00 PM
Round here it's ants. Tenacious little buggers. last time I had a wasp nest it was in the shed, hanging from one of the joists. So, i got a drawstring sack, lifted it up over it and tightened the string, and gave the whole thing a sharp tug. Awful buzzing noise from inside but they were mostly stymied. Problem was I then wasn't terribly sure what to do next, didnt fancy driving to the tip with them in the car like that so in the end I just left the sack down the bottom of the garden for a few weeks.Leastways the shed was usable again.
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 26, 2016, 06:28:14 AM
Submerge the sack in a bucket of water?
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Post by: Gneisenau on July 26, 2016, 04:12:54 PM
Waterboarding as a Weapon of Wasp Destruction?

Not sure whether that's legal.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on July 26, 2016, 06:02:49 PM
War is never a pretty thing.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 27, 2016, 07:33:19 AM
Waterboarding as a Weapon of Wasp Destruction?

Not sure whether that's legal.

Tell that to those CIA boys.
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 27, 2016, 09:30:18 AM
It's not waterboarding if you just intend to drown them...  :unsure:
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 27, 2016, 09:49:42 AM
Have tons of wasps down here in Modesto. Better to crush, poison or burn them than suffocate them. It just takes a few air bubbles and they can survive in water for up to 5-8 minutes. I always go for the poison to get rid of my bug problems...or use my chickens. Only thing my chickens can't kill (solo) are large cockroaches. (Though one did make a mistake by running into the middle of the flock, they tore it apart. They do the same to mice too.)
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 27, 2016, 10:02:06 AM
Have tons of wasps down here in Modesto. Better to crush, poison or burn them than suffocate them. It just takes a few air bubbles and they can survive in water for up to 5-8 minutes. I always go for the poison to get rid of my bug problems...or use my chickens. Only thing my chickens can't kill (solo) are large cockroaches. (Though one did make a mistake by running into the middle of the flock, they tore it apart. They do the same to mice too.)

Those are some badass chickens! :biggriin:
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 27, 2016, 10:53:03 AM
That's probably where the based the chickens from Zelda 3 (a Link to the Past) on.  :icon_mrgreen:
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Post by: Gankom on July 27, 2016, 05:20:47 PM
Obviously chickens are the usual counter to angry wasps.

Don't mess with those birds.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 27, 2016, 06:21:58 PM
Well they are a mix of breeds but have a strong mix of fighting chicken genes. Wasn't the intent but my first chicken, Remington,  is a Banty chicken which are small and aggressive chickens(though he's a sweetheart) and he's a relentless breeding machine. We have about 50 chickens (rounding down and not counting the hundred we had in the past we sold off) that he's 80% responsible for. (He's a beautiful chicken that's all wings and tail-feathers so his brood sell well at auctions)

Though his brother, Squaker,  exemplified the evil of chickens as he was the most violent bird we had. (Towards people mostly)

His acts included:

> constantly attacking pictures of roosters when he was a chick.(favorite target was a rooster picture on a food bowl that he kept charging into)

> following behind you and immediately turning around and picking at random objects if you looked back at him where if you didn't he'd nail you in the back of the leg.

> running across two full fields just to attack my dad who had his back turned. (He tried this again with a massive rooster but when it caught him in the act it immediately turned around and ran all the way back)

> basically upgraded from following behind you and waiting to strike to full out ambush tactics of waiting for you to walk by a hiding place.

> timed it so when sister went horse riding in a round-pen he'd be able to attack her as she rode by him at full gallop, which he did.

> actually managed to single handedly kill a rooster three times his size that he was penned up with. This was a surprise as he never fought another chicken before and actually toadied up to the biggest roosters like a little henchmen. The victim was a full-grown rooster that had to be penned up for being to vicious to the other big roosters but never touching hens and smaller chickens. To say we were surprised is an understatement.

> his genes tried to force his sons into the same habits despite their father having disappeared. You'd see them stalking people and try to get into fights but then to half way stop and act confused at what they were doing.

Legend of Zelda chickens had nothing on that bird.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on July 27, 2016, 08:22:04 PM
We had a chicken like that but it ended up being roasted.

I have a mild fear of goats. They, too are evil buggers but much bigger
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on July 27, 2016, 08:35:57 PM
I was just going to say we had a goat like that. It would stalk and ambush my grandpa, it was like they had a personal rivalry.

It once burst through a thin shed wall to surprise attack him.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 27, 2016, 09:28:37 PM
It once burst through a thin shed wall to surprise attack him.

"Horrific implications time."
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 27, 2016, 10:08:26 PM
It once burst through a thin shed wall to surprise attack him.

"Horrific implications time."

Plot-twist, it wasn't a shed, it was an outhouse!  :icon_eek:

I have many a horror story from my goat days as well. And before that it was cattle ranching...

I consider the chickens a vast improvement.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on July 27, 2016, 10:48:30 PM
It once burst through a thin shed wall to surprise attack him.

"Horrific implications time."

I'm told he was certainly unpleased. Although in fairness to the goat, I don't think it was a one way rivalry.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 28, 2016, 01:15:23 AM
Excellent stories, Baron!
I can feel a thread developing here.  As with the chickens and goats, I bet there is plenty of other tales to be told 🐔
(My chicken emote didn't appear)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on July 28, 2016, 06:39:16 AM
These last number of posts have made me smile more than any posts here in the Unhappy Random Thoughts thread!  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 28, 2016, 08:21:17 AM
These last number of posts have made me smile more than any posts here in the Unhappy Random Thoughts thread!  :icon_lol:

Me too! :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on July 28, 2016, 09:45:12 AM
Gankom, I will be terrified of turning my back on a goat ever again! Any more stories?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on July 28, 2016, 05:46:23 PM
I'm sure there's others with better stories, it's been years since we had our goats. I think it's safe to say anyone who's spent time around a Billy goat knows a few stories.

It's more Unhappy Thoughts from my childhood, but the same Billy goat that was at war with my grandpa chased me up a tree on several occasions. It would then wait just out of sight for me to try and climb down, then come barreling out of it's hiding place to chase me back up. 6 year old me found it terrifying. Plus it absolutely stank, so it's like getting chased by a horror movie monster.

Although it never actually touched me or knocked me over. All physical attacks were reserved for others. It loved my parents, followed them around the farm all day, went walking with them whenever they walked the dog. Goats are smart creatures.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on July 28, 2016, 06:32:57 PM
The greatest of all time, arguably.





Okay, that was lame.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 29, 2016, 10:54:35 AM
Should we begin a new thread called Barnyard Banter to tell our tales of livestock shenanigans?

Sad thought though, just found out about the adorable japanese bug known as the tiger bee fly due to the new Pokemon Cutiefly.

Sad part is that it's nearly extinct. :icon_sad:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 29, 2016, 11:20:42 AM
We are really shitting up this planet...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 29, 2016, 11:34:51 AM
Should we begin a new thread called Barnyard Banter to tell our tales of livestock shenanigans?


That sounds like it could have some interesting tales. I remember when I was a kid about 12, we used to sneek into a neighbors barn and jump off the beams into an increasingly disordered pile of hay. One day I made the jump and landed on something hard. Scraping back the hay, I was looking at the head of a cow!! And only the head.
The fun was over and we left the barn alone.
I bet the farmer had a good laugh at that. Extremely effective way of making us move on 🐄 💀
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on August 02, 2016, 07:58:31 PM
Apparently Matt Ward is now working for Games Workshop again.

We are really shitting up this planet...

Any other animal on the planet would probably fuck it up too if they had the same opportunities as us if they were at the top of the foodchain. Part of being a successful lifeform on this planet is being egotistical.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 03, 2016, 08:55:39 AM
Apparently Matt Ward is now working for Games Workshop again.

We are really shitting up this planet...

Any other animal on the planet would probably fuck it up too if they had the same opportunities as us if they were at the top of the foodchain. Part of being a successful lifeform on this planet is being egotistical.

Matt wasn't that bad. The hate on this guy always felt a bit exagerrated to me. He did a lot of good stuff IMO, or at least not that horrible.

As for the species - sure, but it's us who are in ascendance. The planet's already overpopulated, we are worrying and fighting about stupid shit, like artifical isles near China, arguing whose holly book is better or worrying about stuff like Pokemon GO, instead of trying to get off this rock and ensure a better future for our kind. Heck, to ensure that our species will have a future. Can you imagine what would happen if scientists suddendly said that an asteroid will make impact with Earth in a few months. The only thing we could wo, would be to lay down and cry, while posting inspirational quotes on Facebook.

I'm really loosing faith that our kind will ever manage to do something else than just collapse on itself.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on August 03, 2016, 10:31:16 AM
My concerns exactly,  Xathrodox.  We're so vulnerable on this one rock which by pure chance of unbelievable odds has the ability to sustain life. Mankind's destiny lies in exploring the stars and spreading ourselves throughout the galaxy so that when Earth's destroyed it'll be a event in the history books and not the final chapter on our species.

On the subject of Matt Ward, I can't agree with everything he's wrote (really the grey knights are the main anger for me) but I don't see him as a bad writer either. They all have their good and bad moments but really shine when writing about something they care for.

I hear he's just writing a book for the Black Library rather than full-time employment again, though. Interested to see what it is.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 03, 2016, 11:11:58 AM
My concerns exactly,  Xathrodox.  We're so vulnerable on this one rock which by pure chance of unbelievable odds has the ability to sustain life. Mankind's destiny lies in exploring the stars and spreading ourselves throughout the galaxy so that when Earth's destroyed it'll be a event in the history books and not the final chapter on our species.

On the subject of Matt Ward, I can't agree with everything he's wrote (really the grey knights are the main anger for me) but I don't see him as a bad writer either. They all have their good and bad moments but really shine when writing about something they care for.

I hear he's just writing a book for the Black Library rather than full-time employment again, though. Interested to see what it is.

The odds of Earth suffering an extinction event are currently at around 19%, according to a series of studies. Also bear in mind this - the chances of a foreign space object hitting our planet, are slightly better than winning a lottery.

If history taught us anything, is that a lottery can be won.

I'm fed up with humans. New smartphones every year, a kickstarter for a f***g anti gravity mug, Brazzers making a porno in space - these are the things we are concentrating on and talking about. What about finding a cure for cancer, so that people like my dear, late friend who died two years ago, can live? F*** that, let's catch a Pikachu in the nearest mall.

Actually, I think that an asteroid hitting the earth would prove a point - that we, as a spieces, ultimately suck. If we'll ever get killed by a piece of flying space rock, it'll be a fitting end for us, me thinks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on August 03, 2016, 11:27:20 AM
Considering how far humanity has made it in the fields of science and engineering in the last 200 years, I'm not worried about space. There are great inspirational people out there getting shit done like Elon Musk. People who shitpost on Facebook are not likely to contribute with anything significant to space science anyway. Now, even if we could evacuate Earth, at this point we would have no where to go that wouldn't suck. So I'm not gonna worry about something that's outside my level of control because it will make me lose all my hair prematurely.

Also, life is supposed to be terrible and wonderful at the same time, though. No human is fully good or evil, but unlike most animals we can do something about our sinister instincts by being thoughtful. Social media is terrible because it insentivises people to not be thoughtful, to be shallow and to take a halfassed stance on terrible stuff by posting a meme to show that they "care".

It's a long and eternal struggle, but we are getting better by the century. There are also even more people that care about the world now than ever before and the news only reports on the terrible things, so we don't get to even know about all the good things that happens every day. So don't lose that hope in humanity just because of all the roadbumps on the way to the future.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 04, 2016, 08:50:11 AM
I know that you're right Ursa. It's just... hard right now. Perhaps I should stop worrying and do something that would take my mind from that kind of stuff. I dunno.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on August 04, 2016, 09:51:36 AM
Haha, excellent points, Ursa! Very well said. :::cheers:::

@Xathrodox,  That's definitely for the best, better to relax and enjoy life than worrying about it ending.

Sure, out of ten people on the internet only one of them is making a physics thesis while the other nine are uploading videos of their cats. The thing is that life is almost nothing but stress and trials, odds are that the physicist is going to enjoy those cat videos to relax so he doesn't pull his hair out trying to defend his work from his intellectual peers critisisms while also trying to make a living.

And odds are that one of those nine uploaders are going to want to grow up in life and will read the works of hardworking people like the physicist and will use that information to better themselves and help enrich the world.

Mankind has alot of problems but it's balanced out by alot of potential as well. We're not done growing yet and where there's growth there's life and where there's life there's hope. :-)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 04, 2016, 10:13:49 AM
Haha, excellent points, Ursa! Very well said. :::cheers:::

@Xathrodox,  That's definitely for the best, better to relax and enjoy life than worrying about it ending.

Sure, out of ten people on the internet only one of them is making a physics thesis while the other nine are uploading videos of their cats. The thing is that life is almost nothing but stress and trials, odds are that the physicist is going to enjoy those cat videos to relax so he doesn't pull his hair out trying to defend his work from his intellectual peers critisisms while also trying to make a living.

And odds are that one of those nine uploaders are going to want to grow up in life and will read the works of hardworking people like the physicist and will use that information to better themselves and help enrich the world.

Mankind has alot of problems but it's balanced out by alot of potential as well. We're not done growing yet and where there's growth there's life and where there's life there's hope. :-)

That's true Baron. I think I'm better now, for a time at least. Thanks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on August 04, 2016, 10:39:13 AM
No problem,  friend. :happy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on August 04, 2016, 06:32:11 PM
I'm glad I made someones day better. :smile2:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 05, 2016, 10:26:05 AM
You did and I thank you for that. :smile2:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on August 05, 2016, 12:44:29 PM
I think over the next few years we as a society will have to decide whether we want to build a startrek esque utopia for all with equal opportunities or a more dystopian vision where a very privlaged few live in gated communities whilst the majority are desperately poor. As with all great demographic changes, it will be a struggle but I am confident that ultimately the rise of the machines will enable us all to live happier lives and not just those in a position to profit from them.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on August 05, 2016, 08:55:12 PM
:-)

Equal opportunities as a matter of law already exist in most first world countries (discounting the whole monarchy thing).

For equal opportunities as a matter of fact, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harrison_Bergeron.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 06, 2016, 09:51:17 AM
For equal opportunities as a matter of fact, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harrison_Bergeron.

The satire where no one is really sure exactly who is being satirized.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 31, 2016, 09:40:14 PM
News at ten:


Unelected PM has no plan for Brexit.

Junior Dr strike, Tory's privatising NHS.

Polish man murdered, possible hate crime.

Donald trump in Mexico

Man runs over and kills a young boy in police chase

Homelessness in the rise.

Process in Alzheimer's research..... so you can live longer and watch the world fall apart.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on August 31, 2016, 09:51:05 PM
The junior doctors are now being utter cnuggets and I am loosing sympathy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on August 31, 2016, 09:52:10 PM
Blame our terrible government of tory scum.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Padre on August 31, 2016, 10:42:42 PM
The junior doctors are now being utter cnuggets and I am loosing sympathy.

If you're loosing your sympathy does that mean it's pouring all over them? Archers ... knock ... draw ... loose! There there.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on August 31, 2016, 11:49:07 PM
I just remembered that Boris Johnson is the Foreign Secretary.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: red shift on September 01, 2016, 07:34:29 AM
I just remembered that Boris Johnson is the Foreign Secretary.

My old man works in the foreign office and apparently he is surprisingly good. Did the meeting with the French ambassador in French, the meeting with the German ambassador in German, Greek in Greek, etc.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 01, 2016, 08:10:40 AM
Quote
The Times reports that cabinet ministers argued that "Britain will need to rediscover its Victorian buccaneering spirit and trade its way to success outside the European Union".

That Victorian spirit of child labour, colonialism, racism, sexism, corruption and massive inequality. What a great role model!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 01, 2016, 08:15:04 AM
Blame our terrible government of tory scum.

You know you are really a troll ....................... you come up with these sort of 'hate/negative' comments regularly, yet I don't think I have ever seen you say what your answer is, or what you believe should happen.

Has Grutch's alter-ego hijacked your account.  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 01, 2016, 08:31:07 AM
Quote
The Times reports that cabinet ministers argued that "Britain will need to rediscover its Victorian buccaneering spirit and trade its way to success outside the European Union".

That Victorian spirit of child labour, colonialism, racism, sexism, corruption and massive inequality. What a great role model!

The Victorian spirit of not needing trade deals because we owned half the world
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 01, 2016, 08:37:43 AM
We're definitely just as important now!  ::heretic::

Self-evidently! We're not delusional at all.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 01, 2016, 10:15:31 AM
from the Times


"Theresa May will harness the spirit of Britain’s Olympic “world beaters” to draw up a blueprint for Brexit — as Team GB’s performance in Rio was hailed as the greatest yet by a British team.

A senior cabinet minister has revealed the government will adopt the same approach of backing “excellence” that has catapulted Team GB to Olympic glory as the master plan for economic prosperity outside the EU."

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 01, 2016, 10:18:33 AM
That doesn't sound like vague nonsense at all.

If we're going to back 'excellence,' can we have a new government first?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 01, 2016, 10:51:15 AM
Actually one of the things that worries me is that Brexit will fail because of the whiners moaning online all the time .......... instead of getting on with their work and being productive.  :engel:



If we're going to back 'excellence,' can we have a new government first?

.......... and of course making general meaningless trolling comments like this, with no suggestion of what type of 'new' government is needed ...........  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 01, 2016, 12:31:17 PM
Let's get out there and win a gold medal in the 110m anti-immigration hurdles!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 01, 2016, 01:22:30 PM
Let's get out there and win a gold medal in the 110m anti-immigration hurdles!

I believe those are being held in Calais...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 01, 2016, 02:01:26 PM
Oh No !!!

It's the end of the world.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-37242804

....... just how can the BBC post such articles .......................................  :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Grutch on September 01, 2016, 07:33:01 PM
Damn, I should have bought in when it was low.

 :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 01, 2016, 07:46:08 PM
Oh No !!!

It's the end of the world.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-37242804

....... just how can the BBC post such articles .......................................  :engel:

i'm reporting this post to a mod  :icon_arrow:









Massively offtopic, this is the unhappy thread

 :engel:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 01, 2016, 08:31:28 PM
 :icon_rolleyes:    I was posting it for you and rufus - as I assumed this sort of news would make YOU unhappy ................... 

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: patsy02 on September 02, 2016, 12:43:18 AM
We should make a dedicated thread for the Brits to vent in  :icon_smile:

My old man works in the foreign office and apparently he is surprisingly good. Did the meeting with the French ambassador in French, the meeting with the German ambassador in German, Greek in Greek, etc.
Boris knows Greek?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 02, 2016, 06:42:09 AM
Boris knows Greek?

Sure, it's amazing what kind of sentences you can make just with words like, souvlaki, tzatziki, sirtaki and gyros.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on September 05, 2016, 09:33:26 AM
My father died a few days ago. We had a very bad relationship, but I miss him. I wish it would've been different.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Finlay on September 05, 2016, 10:17:23 AM
that sucks xath
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on September 05, 2016, 11:54:24 AM
Yeah, it does. My brother takes it even harder. He also didn't spoke to dad, but had much more good memories of him than me. At least we have a few pictures and some personal things of his.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on September 05, 2016, 03:49:58 PM
I'm very sorry to hear that. It's hard when family falls out and sometimes even harder when they pass without a chance to at least talk again.

My grandmother passed in July at 97. It's sad but we're thankful it was quick and painless.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gneisenau on September 05, 2016, 08:50:41 PM
My father died a few days ago. We had a very bad relationship, but I miss him. I wish it would've been different.

I'm very sorry for you.

My condolences.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: wissenlander on September 06, 2016, 10:25:43 AM
My condolences.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Ursa Doom on September 06, 2016, 10:38:17 AM
My father died a few days ago. We had a very bad relationship, but I miss him. I wish it would've been different.

Sorry to hear that Xath.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on September 06, 2016, 11:07:06 AM
Sorry to hear that  Xath. That does leave a hole that is hard to fill. I too have a relationship with my dad that doesn't bode well for communicating ex dot by yelling. My brother who is older moved very far away to avoid this.
On a lighter note, my sad and unhappy thought of the day is my newly installed defibrillator had to be redone only a week after being put in after one of the leads going into the heart ripped out leaving a hole between the atriums and causing pain like I never new existed only to be followed by the same thing again last night so I need to see the surgeon again and wrap this disconnected cord around his neck. It screws into the atrium wall and after 30 days is ready for anything but I can't get past the first week lol. Had to sleep sitting straight up because the pain was so crazy, that position was the only one that worked ☠⚔👻
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on September 07, 2016, 11:10:07 AM
Thank you for your kind words guys. It really helped me a lot. :)

Artoban, mate - it sounds like the absolute nightmare, the thing that you're having right now. I hope that this situation will be over soon and that you won't have to deal with that stuff anymore. :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Padre on September 07, 2016, 04:00:35 PM
Sad to hear about your loss Xath - I know what such separations (both the not-talking kind and the dying kind) feel like, and it is even more difficult when the two go together. Support your brother as best you can - you and he are now much of what is left of your father, just like whoever you leave behind will remember and miss you.

And Artoban's Ghost, you're not having it easy at all. The 'human condition' really can be SXXt! I hope things get sorted out for you, and fast!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on September 07, 2016, 05:10:55 PM
Thank you guys for the kind thoughts. As it turns out the result of a bunch of tests yesterday, it was an inflammation of the heart wall were the hole was so I'm on deemflamatories (hope that is a word) and for the next 4 weeks I should get over this. I was able to lie down last night and it was sweet!
Sorry about the longest run on sentence that I've seen in awhile 😬
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Midaski on September 07, 2016, 06:45:03 PM
I think the correct term is "anti-inflammatories"

Having hit my mid-60s I find medical 'matters' seem to be much more common.  :engel:

I have however also become aware of just how many people do suffer some sort of serious illness, yet it is dealt with and life is good again.
Also I am not sure it is because I read them more these days, but it does seem as most weeks - days even - there is some sort of 'breakthrough' news about cures and treatments.

Artoban - Here's hoping this is the start of your full recovery.


Xathrodox - what's done is done. I think all of us can look back at something and wish we had done it differently, or acted differently.
All you can do is learn from it, and be realistic about it.

By realistic I mean that there is a tendency to see things as better than they were. Whatever sort of relationship, most of us remember the good times and 'forget' the bad bits.

Do not beat yourself up about something you cannot change. Talking together 'realistically' with your brother may help both of you.

 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on September 08, 2016, 12:13:26 AM
 Thank you Midaski. I'm 52 and and am thankful that I am here to vent my problems.
Here's to my 2nd chance  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: BAWTRM on September 08, 2016, 07:55:52 AM
Thank you guys for the kind thoughts. As it turns out the result of a bunch of tests yesterday, it was an inflammation of the heart wall were the hole was so I'm on deemflamatories (hope that is a word) and for the next 4 weeks I should get over this. I was able to lie down last night and it was sweet!
Sorry about the longest run on sentence that I've seen in awhile 😬

I'm seeing 2 periods, a comma and an exclamation mark. You must not visit a lot of forums to consider that a sentence that's considered running on long.  :icon_wink:

I hope you will have a speedy recovery.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on September 08, 2016, 08:13:30 AM
Padre and Midaski - I know that you're speaking the truth and in fact we've already began to remember all of the good memories we've had with him. It will take some time, but sooner or later we'll heal. Some scars will remain, but we'll heal.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Baron von Klatz on September 10, 2016, 10:43:44 AM
I'm not sure what to say except I'm really sorry to hear that, Xathrodox. I wish you and your family the best and sincerely hope your sorrow turns into acceptance and peace of mind.

Artobans Ghost, my sympathies friend. I hope this trial of your life will be over as soon as possible and the brighter days ahead are brought that much closer to you.

My prayers go out to all of you.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on September 10, 2016, 03:33:08 PM
Thanks. Dry much Baron. As of the last few days, everything seems to be healing normally. That outragious pain in the heart is a very dull pain on big breaths so I can complain. Going from frozen vegetable matter on July 31 to a reasonable facsimile of a human now makes me happy with the health system and doctors of the Ottawa heart institute.
Yay!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on September 12, 2016, 08:23:41 AM
Thank you Baron. I'm trying my best. :) I hope you're in good health friend. :smile2:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Obi on September 23, 2016, 03:38:12 PM
Well, apparently it's already been two years since I last posted. In the meantime real life caught up with me. I am spending far more time doing my internships/rotations than I would like which leaves me with little time at home. But quite a bit worse, about a year ago my father was diagnosed with a non-curable form of lymphoma that does require agressive treatment. So the past year has most definitely been a rollercoaster for me, with chemo treatments working great, not working at all, working great again.... Let's just say that we had nowhere near a smooth ride but it should mellow out soon (in about 2 months). Being with family ate up a lot of my time and energy, so I kind of stayed offline for the most part.

That said, I'm back. For those of you that know my brother, I'd prefer if you not messaged him about our situation. Although we all agree about sharing the information with whomever we feel like, I'm not sure how he'd like this or the attention that could follow. So if you guys could keep that in mind, I'd be very happy :)
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Post by: Gneisenau on September 23, 2016, 09:05:32 PM
I'm sorry about your father's condition.

But I'm very happy to see you back!
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 23, 2016, 09:09:41 PM
Hey Obi!

Best wishes for your dad.
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Post by: BAWTRM on September 24, 2016, 06:15:09 PM
Good to see you here again Obi, though I hoped it would have been under better circumstances.
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on September 26, 2016, 12:52:32 AM
Hi Obi! Glad to have you back. Sorry to hear things have been so rough.
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Post by: Obi on September 26, 2016, 11:18:41 AM
Thanks guys! Glad to see a lot of familiar faces are still around  :happy:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 27, 2016, 09:28:53 AM
Us old farts only quit when we die...

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Post by: Padre on September 27, 2016, 06:10:06 PM
So ... that gives this forum how many years?
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 27, 2016, 09:58:38 PM
By Midaski standard, another eon
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Post by: Gankom on September 27, 2016, 11:25:53 PM
It really depends how quickly the heat death of the universe happens. It's likely to come first.
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Post by: Otaku on September 28, 2016, 08:21:16 AM
Hi Obi! Welcome back. I've been gone a long time too... I wonder if you even remember me. I still hardly ever post, actually.
Real life does have a way of... shooting grape shot through your plans. Doesn't it?  Sorry for the tough times lately but very glad everything seems to be getting better. At least things have been put into perspective and you can live accordingly. I wish you and your family the best.
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on September 29, 2016, 11:34:16 AM
Best wishes for your dad, Obi! And welcome back!
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on September 29, 2016, 11:59:12 AM
Well, life have thrown some shite at me lately too.

In August my mother moved out from the houses she lived in with my stephfather after 37 years. Lets just say things had gone out of hand. Always a loud man he had taken to the bottle a year ago after a stomi operation.

Depression, temper and booze got the better of him. Having both a bag on the stomach and diabetes made him stuck at home. Having been an ardent hunter all his life I guess it was too much. He ended his own life.

We had a very... complicated relation. I confess I did not mourn that much. And I know he has it better now, hunting the moose in the Heavenly forests. For me taking over some of his clothes came as a huge relief on my economy and it did not feel awkward either. It almost felt as if he was saying "I am sorry" from the other side.

But nothing comes in singulars.

In August we got a very odd message from our boss. One of our collegaues, Elin, had been hastily called in to the University hospital in Gothenburg. 7 years ago she defeated breast cancer but now the cancer had returned.
The common doctors had miss all the signs. She was also to stubborn about going to the doc. A proud, though, intelligent and very beautiful woman becoming 40 this very year.

Cancer in the skeleton, liver and on several places in the stomach. I understood imidiately what it meant. And now she is gone.

We were three who swiftly became a very tight group on my new job at the Aircraft Museum. Myself, my museum teacher collegaue Kristina and Elin, who had been all alone earlier working with exhibitions, caring for the items etc.

She had a boyfriend and we work at the same job. Hence I stood back and kept relations on the friendly level. But I would lie if I said I was not secretly in love with her. On many levels she was the woman of my dreams.

And now she is gone. Just gone. Me and Kristina feel as if a part of us have been removed. But at least we have each other. My boss, a former naval offcier, started to cry at the memorial and it was too much for me aswell.

So maybe I was lucky holding back. Saved my heart at least. And I am glad I took the courage to visit her a few days before she passed away.

I lost my steph-grandmother the same bloody way when I was 11. I loved that old woman. At least she was old.

Elin was just 40. Two yours younger than me. She was one of the most artistically and estethically gifted persons I have meet. Sharp intelligence, courageous and brave. She had pains due to all kinds of stupid shit life threw at her but she hardly ever showed it. She had the looks of an elf but was though as an orc.

Yes, God really have a sick sense of humour
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 29, 2016, 04:56:43 PM
I feel for you Mathi

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Post by: BAWTRM on September 29, 2016, 06:15:00 PM
Stay strong in these darker days Mathi.
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Post by: Grutch on September 29, 2016, 07:56:28 PM
Sorry for your losses Mathi.  :cry:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on September 29, 2016, 10:07:45 PM
That's a lot of hurt Mathi. Don't really know what to say except that concerning your stepfather,  alchohol is a nightmare when in the excess. My ex wife Is an alchohlic, was pretty much a no show to n my sons upbringing (now 23) and the doctors have told her she has about a year before she drinks herself to death. Nothing and no one can help her despite unions, rehab 3 times etc etc.
Everyone loses. 
As for your friend, I'm really sorry to hear that has happened for you. I wish you the best in this dark place.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on October 03, 2016, 09:04:54 AM
I feel for you man, losing a dear friend like that... I know how it is. I hope you'll recover and find new ways to enjoy life. Stay strong.
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Post by: Finlay on November 11, 2016, 08:10:56 AM
Leonard Cohen :(
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 11, 2016, 08:47:45 AM
Leonard Cohen :(

I was just going to say the same.  :icon_sad:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 11, 2016, 08:51:28 AM
Trump effects.


If any of what I read is true, I genuinely fear for America. After all, you've had civil war before....
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Post by: Finlay on November 11, 2016, 10:32:09 AM
Now I know that you're sitting there deep in your velvet seats and you're
thinking "Uh, he's up there saying something that he thinks about, but I'll
never have to sing that song." But I promise you friends, that you're going
to be singing this song: it may not be tonight, it may not be tomorrow, but
one day you'll be on your knees and I want you to know the words when the
time comes. Because you're going to have to sing it to yourself, or to another,
or to your brother. You're going to have to learn to sing this song, it goes:
Please don't pass me by,
ah you don't have to sing this .. not for you.
Please don't pass me by,
for I am blind, but you can see,
yes, I've been blinded totally,
oh please don't pass me by.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 11, 2016, 11:45:56 AM
I did my best, it wasn't much
I couldn't feel so I learned to touch
I told the truth, I didn't come here just to fool you
and even though it all went wrong I'll stand before the lord of song
with nothing on my tongue but hallelujah
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Post by: Von Trinkenessen on November 11, 2016, 12:54:05 PM
Last of a dying breed. :x
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Post by: Finlay on November 14, 2016, 04:28:55 PM
Britain railway service is shite.

#renationalise.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 14, 2016, 04:53:18 PM
Who owns the rails? Are they just 'licensing' use of rails to private companies?
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Post by: BAWTRM on November 14, 2016, 05:56:33 PM
That's a good question. Often the company responsible for maintaining the railway network differs from the company that runs the actual train service. Quite a number of delays can be caused by lack of maintainance, or work that gets in the way of the regular schedule
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on November 17, 2016, 11:41:35 AM
Black Friday is a weirdly-terrifying name for a sale.
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Post by: Darknight on November 17, 2016, 12:38:14 PM
It refers to the day when (allegedly - it has never been the case) that was the day the books became "in the black" (that is, in positive profit recorded in black ink rather than deficit recorded in red).
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 24, 2016, 04:21:57 PM
Didn't want to be a buzz kill in the thanksgiving thread:
My immediate family is in Maine having thanksgiving and I didn't find out about it until yesterday. My brother and his wife are currently living with my parents up there and I didn't know my sister and her family were going up there.  When asked why I wasn't invited I got a string of excuses:

*You always have an open invitation to visit - yeah but it would have been nice to know the family was gathering for thanksgiving.  I initially invited them down but got a maybe and never an update.

*We thought you'd still be on your honeymoon- I messaged everyone last friday that we got home safely, and I've told people several time when we'd get back.

*You can still come up if you want - because it would be a last minute ticket its 1500 a pop, multiple by 2, and only one way

*Well if you drive now you can make it - its a 14 hour drive on the worst traffic day during the year

*I thought we did tell you on skype back in September - No that's when I invited you all down and got a soft maybe

tl;dr: Family didn't invite me to thanksgiving and are making excuses about it.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 24, 2016, 04:41:28 PM
That sucks.

On the plus side you get to spend thanksgiving in your whitey tighties eating junk food, like me.

(We don't celebrate thanksgiving)
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 25, 2016, 12:02:44 PM
Feanor that's bloody harsh! Why are they like that? They should be supporting you. :icon_eek:
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Post by: Rowsdower on November 25, 2016, 02:03:20 PM
Someone very close to me married another man. It wasn't the fact that she married him upset me.
It was the fact that it was only a very small wedding with immediate family going. I didn't hear about the even until a week in advance.
I turned to Dr Jack Daniels for help. Loneliness and booze isn't a good mix.
I don't plan on drinking again. I made too much of an ass of myself when I do
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on November 26, 2016, 03:54:20 PM
Yesterday another one of the staff passed away at my job, an older gent but still a man that was healthy and in good vigour.

And like Elin he was taken out by a VERY aggressive cancer. Two staff out of 15 killed by cancer within half a year. Man do we feel the effect. First a woman who had been around from the start and basically did a lot of extra job beside what she was paid to do.
Now the man who held track of the account, the schedules and all those administrative things.

Do we feel the effect. Yes we do. It is unreal. Totally unreal. Frick CANCER!
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Post by: Padre on November 26, 2016, 07:28:51 PM
I lost my mum to cancer, so she never saw any of her grandchildren (mine and my brother's boys). She loved children and would have been in seventh heaven to have seen them and helped look after them. Even today I cannot quite grasp that I can't take my boys to see my mum. It never seems to sink in as it seems an impossibly sad thing. So yeah, I hate cancer too.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 28, 2016, 11:04:08 AM
I've lost my closest friend to cancer. Still can't shake it off. Swallow meds like they're candy and can't get a grip. This shit is just not fair.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 28, 2016, 07:02:54 PM
Speaking of family; Ugh I came up with a cool idea and presented it to my brother and father a couple of years ago and they said it was a dumb idea... Just watched a TED Talks of someone with the same idea and he ran with it.  I'm starting to think I don't really have a supportive family outside my wife.
 :eusa_wall:
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on December 12, 2016, 05:59:13 PM
Thought I had the flu, but after 5-6 days the doctor tells me I have a respiratory infection.... In the lower right lung... great present from the youngest daughter who had it earlier and got a hefty treatment (prednison) due to that she has asthmatic issues also.

I got a treatment for a week of doxycycline. Hope there won't be nasty side effects.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on December 12, 2016, 09:47:09 PM
Get well soon, Steg!
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Post by: FR1DAY on December 12, 2016, 10:09:33 PM
get well soon vince, youll be fine
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Post by: Von Trinkenessen on December 12, 2016, 10:22:05 PM
Hey Steg
 You gotter stop sanding the resin and mdf indoors without a mask :ph34r:

Seriously dude take care and get well + game soon. An chest infection has permanently damaged my youngest boys lungs,but despite that he has just got his 1st dan tae kwon do black belt and is away at University.

Xathrodox86 I feel your pain just lost another two close friends to F :icon_evil: :icon_evil: :icon_evil: :icon_evil: :icon_evil: :icon_evil:g

cancer: Jet Spider aka Kev the 1st guitarist I ever worked with back in '77, been a mate for over 40 years; Sean the Topper great hotel doorman and the funniest colleague I ever worked with could keep you laughing for the whole shift.

Feanor Fire Heart as they say : you can choose your friends but not your family,
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I'm starting to think I don't really have a supportive family outside my wife.
You and me both.

Guys :- Keep the faith, don't get dragged under by it.

Guy T
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on December 13, 2016, 02:28:30 AM
Hope you get well soon, Steg! I can sort of relate as I once had a case of pneumonia, luckily my family's good at bouncing back from that kind of stuff. :-)

@Padre & Xathrodox, I'm so sorry to hear that guys, my best wishes go out to both of you. :icon_cry:

That's what took both my grandpas from me not too long ago. The first one, my papa Bill (God rest his good soul), never even got to see his first great granddaughter who was born only a few months later. He went down fighting though, cancer was what did him in but it took several other illnesses to put him the hospital in the first place. He was always tough as old leather.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 13, 2016, 01:25:12 PM
Thanks for the kind words guys. It really means a lot and I just love how this forum is full of good, decent people like you guys. It always makes me want to come back here, since you're just so awesome. And we haven't even met in the flesh (yet)!
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on December 13, 2016, 01:33:33 PM
You guys are the best!

Cancer suck! Lets hope we who have lost near ones in it have seen our share now.

Get well soon, Steg!
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 13, 2016, 01:47:00 PM
Same from me - get better Steg. We still have that beer to drink, during the next event. ;)
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on December 13, 2016, 02:11:29 PM
Same from me - get better Steg. We still have that beer to drink, during the next event. ;)


Which has already been scheduled, remember ?

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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 13, 2016, 02:33:49 PM
Same from me - get better Steg. We still have that beer to drink, during the next event. ;)


Which has already been scheduled, remember ?

This time I'll be there Soth, no excuses. ;) You can count on it. :smile2:
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on December 13, 2016, 03:04:54 PM
Same from me - get better Steg. We still have that beer to drink, during the next event. ;)


Which has already been scheduled, remember ?

This time I'll be there Soth, no excuses. ;) You can count on it. :smile2:

Did you reply to the enlistment thread already then?  :engel:



And it's not that I really feel sick (now that the flu symptoms have gone...) more like tired and hard to keep focused combined with a nasty cough that doesn't want to go yet, but should about half way in to the treatment
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 14, 2016, 12:39:37 PM
Same from me - get better Steg. We still have that beer to drink, during the next event. ;)


Which has already been scheduled, remember ?

This time I'll be there Soth, no excuses. ;) You can count on it. :smile2:

Did you reply to the enlistment thread already then?  :engel:



And it's not that I really feel sick (now that the flu symptoms have gone...) more like tired and hard to keep focused combined with a nasty cough that doesn't want to go yet, but should about half way in to the treatment

Not yet, which I really should, come to think about it. :icon_redface:

Good to hear that you're getting (slightly) better. :biggriin:
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Post by: Finlay on December 15, 2016, 03:06:46 PM
my "friend" gave this to me for christmas.

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41SIz6nQT4L._SX292_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg)

trolllllll
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Post by: BAWTRM on December 15, 2016, 03:08:51 PM
my "friend" gave this to me for christmas.

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41SIz6nQT4L._SX292_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg)

trolllllll

Good one Midaski!!  :icon_lol:
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Post by: Finlay on December 15, 2016, 03:16:26 PM
It certainly made me laugh, a lot.
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Post by: Sig on December 15, 2016, 10:02:41 PM
I remember buying a mate a book about how Jews, bankers, Masons and the CIA were conspiring to bring back the Knights Templar and create the New World Order. The author was super serious.
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 16, 2016, 02:31:29 AM
 :eusa_wall:
I don't know what I'm doing anymore. I seem to get in trouble for EVERYTHING I say online. Yesterday, I just wanted to talk with other people on different forums about Rouge 1 but they couldn't be civil could they. Why do star wars fans now think they have to hate everything with a burning passion. Not even Dark Angels are as bitter and hate filled as star wars fans.
 I once saw a man in his 50's berate a tween for wearing a Rey costume. Certainly was brave of him wasn't it. How much courage does it take to threaten a kid?
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Post by: Finlay on December 16, 2016, 12:35:24 PM
We had a long discussion on this sight when a female Rogue 1 lead was met with some disdain...

film looks awesome, can't wait to see it and join you in the spoiler thread!
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Post by: BAWTRM on December 16, 2016, 02:55:56 PM
Me too, gonna see it tomorrow with my 2 brothers. I've already heard one person describe it as possibly the best Star Wars film yet, and yes, he meant including The Empire Strikes Back, and no he wasn't some young person for whom the originals are those quirky low tech movies, but a guy in his 40's. I hope he's right!!
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Post by: Padre on December 16, 2016, 03:44:48 PM
It is good. It's like the sort of story a good GM would create as a scenario for a Star Wars RP game, but big budget.
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on December 23, 2016, 11:28:57 PM
Well, I wish I could share in your hype but I have a hard time seeing anything positive now.

Trump wants more nukes and to use them. Within 4 years we have The last war on Earth.
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 24, 2016, 02:24:06 PM
My grandmother has stomach cancer. This will be her last Christmas :icon_frown:
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on December 24, 2016, 03:06:47 PM
My grandmother has stomach cancer. This will be her last Christmas :icon_frown:

 :icon_sad:

my thoughts are with you, how old is she?
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 24, 2016, 03:08:48 PM
Rough news. My grandmother had bone cancer. I wish her the best in comfort. 
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 25, 2016, 01:40:54 PM
Grandma is 84. The sad thing was that the family tradition of fighting and feuding at Christmas lunch continues :icon_cry: She'll most likely never live to see a 'good' one.
All I ever want for Christmas is a 'nice' atmosphere but my family CAN NEVER be civil to each other  :eusa_wall:

After the train wreck of lunch [which is an unfortunate tradition], I went to visit my welfare cheat, bone idle brother who has become fatter than Greasus Goldtooth. The lazy slob couldn't be civil either nor could he be bothered to help his handicapped son, unwrap his presents. He then has the gall to say 'I'm too poor to get the pets medicine' but he had a stack of recently bought xbox games. I left early as I was a fraction away from kicking his fat ass into orbit  :icon_evil:
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Post by: Sig on December 25, 2016, 01:50:12 PM
Is his boy ok? I'm guessing if the NDIS gets up the boy won't see any of the money.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 25, 2016, 03:19:10 PM
There's always ' a good un' in every family and it looks like it's you!  Keep up the good effort - your description of your lunch tradition sounds very familiar to my ex family get togetherness. My son was just lamenting his time he has to put in with his mothers side.
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on December 25, 2016, 03:37:39 PM
Sad news Rowsdower :-(

Shame Christmas sucked
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 26, 2016, 04:47:23 AM
X-mess lunch in a nutshell

Van driver relative: "Your not doing your job!"
Judge relative: "MY JOB!! what would you know about my job!?! I spend up to eleven hours a day in that court room; its not at all like Ally McBeal or those stupid lawyer shows!"
Van driver relative: "I recon I know what its like"
Judge relative: "What would you know about passing legislation? You dropped out of school at 14"

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Post by: Sig on December 27, 2016, 08:12:43 AM
Heatstroke/sunburn
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 27, 2016, 08:56:42 AM
Sad to hear that Rowsdower! I had a situation like that with my family as well. Every Christmas and Easter there were fights and whatnot. So finally we've decided to stop making those big meetings and chose to organize smaller dinners. It was better this way.
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 27, 2016, 10:57:37 AM
@Xathrodox86
My reletive who is a high court judge spends up to eleven hours a day in the court house and the last thing he wants to do when he comes home is watch some stupid Lawyer show. He flies into a violent rage when someone asks him something along the lines of "Did anyone say 'I object'?". What made him explode the other day when my redneck of a father [who dropped out of school at the age of 14] accused him of being 'lazy' and then said he would make a 'better' judge as he once saw an episode of JAG :eusa_wall:
You wouldnt beleive how stupid some of my reletives are
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Post by: Sig on December 27, 2016, 11:02:02 AM
Your judge relative must be a really interesting bloke. Did he work with Kirby?
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 27, 2016, 11:48:51 AM
@Rowsdower That sounds horrible mate. On the other hand be glad that you're only having this kind of crapfest 1-2 times a year. :unsure:
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 28, 2016, 03:46:30 AM
To anyone who may need to go to court for anything. Speak only when your spoken to and be as sensible as possible. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES do an impression of a lawyer you once saw on TV or strut about shouting 'I object'
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Post by: Finlay on January 19, 2017, 12:22:09 PM
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Hi George,

can you please cancel the whole order and issue a refund onto my card.

I'm not interested in store credit due to Wayland's repeated practice of the website stating things are in stock, but then you being unable to supply.
Until I hear that this policy/problem is resolved from others within the community I find myself unable to continue any patronage with Wayland. While I am aware that one customer's business is fairly meaningless in the grand scheme, I would appreciate if you could pass the above sentiment onto your superiors.

I appreciate Wayland proactively contacting me to sort the problems with this order and your helpful responses.

Many Thanks,

Finlay

Frick wayland!
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 19, 2017, 02:36:46 PM
Accepting an order in November and then taking until January to admit you can't fulfill it is ridiculous.
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Post by: Finlay on January 19, 2017, 04:14:13 PM
ordered 28th november, on 15th december they first emailed me to say there were problems.
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Post by: Gankom on January 19, 2017, 04:48:10 PM
That sucks. It's a poor store that takes multiple months to get things sorted.
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Post by: Finlay on January 19, 2017, 05:14:40 PM
I think if i'd asked for a refund then they'd have done it, I was being slightly lax replying to their emails about the problems.
but I really must remember NOT TO USE THEM anymore.
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on January 19, 2017, 05:20:21 PM
I never trust anything ordered from weyland yutani
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Post by: Midaski on January 19, 2017, 07:19:36 PM
So actually about 6 weeks and with Christmas break included.

You youngsters are so impatient  :engel:

My TAG Halfling Roosters were due last September
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 28, 2017, 02:22:15 PM
John Hurt has died.
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Post by: Gneisenau on January 28, 2017, 10:08:06 PM
Oh, shoot. A great actor he was.

"England prevails!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFfROj-onjk)
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Post by: S.O.F on January 28, 2017, 10:27:37 PM
John Hurt is always the original Aragorn to me.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on January 30, 2017, 11:39:30 AM
Caligula in I, Claudius!

"Don't go in there! Don't go in there!"
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Post by: Aldaris on January 31, 2017, 04:41:00 PM
Just returned from work for the last time. Quitting a job I've worked for more than 17 years kind of hurts.
 :|
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Post by: Finlay on January 31, 2017, 04:46:36 PM
onwards and upwards!
in the same field?
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Post by: Aldaris on January 31, 2017, 05:07:22 PM
Yeah, same field. I'll be working for a subsidiary of Daimler now.
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Post by: Midaski on January 31, 2017, 05:20:02 PM
Yeah, same field. I'll be working for a subsidiary of Daimler now.

Wait  :icon_question:  They make Daimlers in a field now .....................

That really is Eco friendly German efficiency ...........................  :engel:
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Post by: Gneisenau on February 01, 2017, 10:30:37 PM
Well? It's 11.30 pm now, so you've had twelve hours to reflect on your first day.
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Post by: Aldaris on February 02, 2017, 08:52:25 PM
It's good. Nice colleagues, nice office, and my immediate boss seems very chill.
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on February 08, 2017, 11:10:53 PM
Placed an offer on a house, but Sellers went with a different offer. Boo!  :dry:
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 08, 2017, 11:11:26 PM
Bad luck Karl!  :icon_sad:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 13, 2017, 01:46:01 PM
Well my depression got me fully in its grasp now. It's looking... bleak. To say the least. Don't really see fun and joy in anything, and if I do, then it's only for a few minutes. Life sucks. Period.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on February 13, 2017, 01:55:10 PM
This is plain rotten. Glad to see you back Xath! Been missing your commentary. I've been fighting some post incident depression that they warned me should happen and it sucks bigtime. Not too much seems to make sense but then we should realize that the people we influence are the hidden audience that they rely on you being there. Just be there! (My stupid advice and no others😺)
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 13, 2017, 02:05:13 PM
Thanks Artobans. Yeah, I do think about my people, but even so - it only carries me so far.
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Post by: wissenlander on February 14, 2017, 11:57:50 AM
I haven't really dealt with depression, but have had anxiety problems.  I know that stuff is really tough and every second is a battle.  I can only encourage you to keep fighting.  I think reaching out to others is an amazing thing and though 'simple' is probably one of the biggest things you can do to help in your struggle.  I don't really have any advice to give, but if you need to talk to anyone feel free to message me.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 14, 2017, 12:29:28 PM
Thank you Wissenlander, I will. I do try to reach out to other people, but sometimes it's hard. You just don't see a point, your brain is telling you that it simply isn't worth it. Of course it's all lies, but the fact that you're hearing this every, single day can be... taxing. A lot.
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Post by: wissenlander on February 14, 2017, 02:14:20 PM
Brain chemistry is so weird and very frightening when it does this stuff.  Just know there are people out there who care. 
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Post by: Padre on February 14, 2017, 02:56:03 PM
Sad to hear of your ongoing battle, Xath. I am not qualified by either experience or education to give advice, although I have seen plenty of friends fighting depression and I had some heavy bouts of doubt while 'losing my religion'. But if you will allow me to say something, based on my own experience, I suggest (as Wissenlander did) seeing the fight as exactly that, a fight, a battle, and promise yourself you are not going to lose. Depression is the enemy, the brain chemicals its soldiers - you can fight back with your true mind, the real you at the core of your being. Knowing your enemy helps, and knowing other people have won similar battles before does too. Find whatever tools you have - friends, family, strategies, activities, ideas - and nurture them to build up your defences and bolster your counterattack. Like others have offered, I am willing to be your ally.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 14, 2017, 03:04:35 PM
Thanks Padre. I do appreciate your advice and will try to apply it to my situation. I'll be more than happy to accept your help.
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Post by: Konrad von Richtmark on February 14, 2017, 06:21:49 PM
Rowsdower, damn, I can't even imagine what it's like with a family like that. My family has had its share of issues over the years (all hidden behind a front of petit-bourgeoise propriety, of course), but nothing remotely comparable.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on February 16, 2017, 01:10:52 AM
Just got news that Stuart Maclean passed away from melanoma. He was a Canadian story teller on the radio with his show 'The Vinyl cafe'. Fictional story about a family from Toronto and the trials they go thru. Really a great Canadian thru and thru. I listened to his Saturday morning show for as long as I can remember and will greatly miss him. R.I.P.
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Post by: patsy02 on February 20, 2017, 05:27:27 PM
Warlord Games has switched its GUI to full mobile, and it's bad enough on desktop to make me forego browsing their webshop entirely.

Edit: It's so bad. Dumping desktop GUI design in the bin in favour of shit-tier hamburger drawers and gimped stack layouts is pure cancer.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 21, 2017, 10:29:10 AM
Someone asked me if I was a vegetarian, and when I said no they were surprised because 'I look like one.'  :icon_confused:
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Post by: Finlay on February 21, 2017, 10:30:46 AM
I'm confused why this in the unhappy thread, because your post made me happy.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 21, 2017, 10:34:33 AM
Ha!

What is a vegetarian supposed to look like anyway? It was so weird.
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Post by: Finlay on February 21, 2017, 10:37:21 AM
Probably scrawny, ginger, tall, without shoes.
maybe wearing board shorts and a vest.

 ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic::
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on February 21, 2017, 11:01:04 AM
Oh!  :Ohmy:
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Post by: Finlay on February 21, 2017, 11:10:34 AM
Although it's fun to troll you, It is weird to say someone looks like a vegetarian nowadays, it's fairly common.

I think the same's true even for vegans.

Peter Siddle (Australian cricketer, fast bowler) is vegan

2 good upcoming Brit wrestlers are vegan.
Bate's fricking ripped.
(http://cdn.images.dailystar.co.uk/dynamic/1/photos/892000/UK-526892.jpg)
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on February 21, 2017, 01:49:49 PM
Are Brits required to be gentlemanly mustachioed?

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Post by: Grutch on February 27, 2017, 11:43:01 AM
One of my closest friends has Stage 4 lymphoma.   :cry:

She and I were close high school friends, she was my prom date and I was always crazy about her. She friend zoned me in my 20s when we reconnected after our higher education years.  Years later when I got engaged and told her,  she showed up at my house in tears angry that I didn't push to make her mine.   When I got married I put distance from her which I felt was the right thing to do in respect to my wife.    The years went by without a word between us but one day she dropped me a message and we have been emailing on occasion just checking in on one another.   Her world turned very dark, her husband left her for another woman, she got very sick and had a bumpy road and she moved to her folks to survive with a child.  Now shes got a little time left on this world.  Simply put, I'm devastated.  Probably venting here but I've been struggling with the pain and I really cant share it with anyone. 
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on February 27, 2017, 12:22:09 PM
Sad news Grutch. No silver lining in that cloud at all. I feel for you in the utter powerless we have over this kind of thing.
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Post by: BAWTRM on February 27, 2017, 01:17:15 PM
Well, this is the best place to vent about the callous cruelty that can be life.

The first part of the story feels very much like me and a girl during my time at university. Seperate paths as well, with the occasional little contact, but at least for both of us the path isn't dark at all (fervently knock on wood). I can imagine how rough it would feel if it would be her in such a situation.  :icon_sad:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 27, 2017, 02:59:04 PM
I really cant share it with anyone.


You just did. Can't help you, but I and many others feel for you big man.

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Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 01, 2017, 10:35:59 AM
I know what you feel Grutch, all too well, unfortunately. Watching your dear friend waste away into nothing - yhis is a horrible thing to live through and I can't really give you any consolation. I just hope that you'll cope with your loss, better than I did.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on March 02, 2017, 10:30:01 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that Grutch, my heartfelt prayers go out to the both of you. :icon_frown:

This has been a really bad year for me and my family. Cars keep having more and more problems, everytime something gets fixed another thing goes out, wegot hit by storms but thankfully not the flood nearby, my distant relatives keep passing away, our refrigerator is completely out and the company is being an a$$hole about replacing it, my blind cat has taken a turn for the worse with infections in her eyes and to top it all off my sister is in the hospital with kidney problems due to an kidney stone and she only has the one kidney. :x :x :x

Ugggh, some prayers in my family's direction would be appreciated. Don't be surprised if I take a long break from this site. My sister has three daughters in the terrible twos range that I'll probably be babysitting all week. That mixed with my other duties is gonna kill any free time.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 02, 2017, 01:18:02 PM
That's harsh Baron. All I can say is, that I'm hoping that everything will be ok with you and your family and friends. If you'll ever want to speak, you know where to find me. Don't go through this alone.
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Post by: Von Trinkenessen on March 03, 2017, 01:08:36 PM
A cricketing quote " play the long game"
Our thoughts are with you mate
Take care
Guy T
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on March 04, 2017, 12:44:42 AM
Hey Baron - you do what you need to do. Your sister is lucky to have you as her brother for sure.  We will wait for your positive contributions when you can. Don't suppose much drawing can be accomplished while attending a couple of 2 year olds but maybe can be some inspiration as your knight runs from the hydra 😸
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Post by: Gneisenau on March 04, 2017, 01:00:22 AM
(...)

I'm sorry to hear that. That's a lot of sorrows and worries crammed into a short period.

Do drop by now and then at least; I think it might cheer you up.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on March 08, 2017, 03:37:14 AM
Thanks for the kind words and encouragement, friends. :smile2:

Seems the worst is over as my sister finally recovered and is back to normal. My blind cat's infection went away but she may be completely blind now instead of just being able to see shadows, so she might be forced to stay in rooms instead of her free run of the house from now on.

Ended up losing a cat anyway as one of my friendly ones went to the road to see some people who broke down. :cry:

Still got a truck that's got engine problems and can't be used and my house has rats(or just extraordinarily large mice) as my cats and chicken herds killed off all the small mice. The storms and floods probably chased them towards us.(at least they ate all the cockroaches)

Refrigerator worker is coming tomorrow so hope they finally decide to replace the lemon they gave us.
(...)

I'm sorry to hear that. That's a lot of sorrows and worries crammed into a short period.

Do drop by now and then at least; I think it might cheer you up.

It's just been a bad beginning to the year all round, before this stuff happened we had constant water well problems and shut off twice which made us have to completely replace the motor and caused bacteria to turn the water black so we had to use rain water for all our animals on the ranch.

Then there was the winds and rain that ruined a large portion of our ranch feed by blowing the secured tarp off (cords finally snapped) and even felled a tree that smashed our metal fence keep in the goats penned up.

There was also alot of funerals for our distant relatives who finally succumbed to age. :-(

It's been tough.

Hey Baron - you do what you need to do. Your sister is lucky to have you as her brother for sure.  We will wait for your positive contributions when you can. Don't suppose much drawing can be accomplished while attending a couple of 2 year olds but maybe can be some inspiration as your knight runs from the hydra 😸

More like goblins, cunning and greedy little things that won't hesitate to cause trouble. Turning my back on any of them was a huge risk. :ph34r:

Hopefully the rest of this year will be better. :::cheers:::
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on March 09, 2017, 02:12:36 AM
That's a load of work just to get the ranch back in condition. I'm not sure about farm insurance but losing the feed fields can be a pretty devastating bill to have to buy new feed. Damnation that sounds like a years worth of bad luck rolled into a month.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 14, 2017, 10:28:37 AM
Damn, that's tough Baron. I really hope that you'll pull through and get back on your feet. I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed for ya man. :happy:
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on March 20, 2017, 05:56:50 AM
Thanks guys, really lightens the burden I have to carry knowing that you have my back. :happy:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 22, 2017, 10:10:26 AM
Thanks guys, really lightens the burden I have to carry knowing that you have my back. :happy:

Always! :happy:
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Post by: Sig on March 28, 2017, 07:48:44 AM
Just went to a toilet in rural China. I've seen some bad ones, but this was just a concrete trough in the floor with a couple of dividers up top so when you squat over it you don't see the guy crapping in front of you. It had no running water, for anything. The trough had mounds and mounds of faeces, and it was filled with flies. No paper, no lights, no water, just a concrete room in the dark with a trough in the floor.  :eusa_sick:

It's worth noting this was a restaurant toilet.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 28, 2017, 08:09:23 AM
Just went to a toilet in rural China. I've seen some bad ones, but this was just a concrete trough in the floor with a couple of dividers up top so when you squat over it you don't see the guy crapping in front of you. It had no running water, for anything. The trough had mounds and mounds of faeces, and it was filled with flies. No paper, no lights, no water, just a concrete room in the dark with a trough in the floor.  :eusa_sick:

It's worth noting this was a restaurant toilet.

 :icon_eek: :ph34r: :icon_neutral:

Holy shit...
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Post by: BAWTRM on March 28, 2017, 10:03:34 AM
Now imagine the inside of their kitchen....
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Post by: Sig on March 28, 2017, 10:46:37 AM
Thankfully that was a bit cleaner. I had to walk through the kitchen to get to the toilet.

The next public toilet was at a major petrol station. This was a typical Chinese toilet, ceramic squat toilets and urinals in a well ventilated room with running water. Still covered in faeces, but much better.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on March 28, 2017, 11:27:08 AM
At least there's progress. :biggriin:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on March 28, 2017, 12:04:17 PM
Just went to a toilet in rural China. I've seen some bad ones, but this was just a concrete trough in the floor with a couple of dividers up top so when you squat over it you don't see the guy crapping in front of you. It had no running water, for anything. The trough had mounds and mounds of faeces, and it was filled with flies. No paper, no lights, no water, just a concrete room in the dark with a trough in the floor.  :eusa_sick:

It's worth noting this was a restaurant toilet.

Christ on his throne! Pure misery.
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Post by: Gneisenau on March 28, 2017, 08:44:56 PM
Just went to a toilet in rural China. 

Holy shit...

Christ on his throne! 
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on March 31, 2017, 03:03:23 PM
I really hate some of the stuff my brother posts on social media.  It’s all BS with little or no substance.  He is also very defensive so calling him out on it or just trying to show him that the article is incorrect brings a storm of insults and just overall disrespect.  So I stopped following him on facebook.  Every now and then I'll check on his profile just to see if there is anything new with him and his wife and child, after all he is still family.  Today I saw an article about how Trump signed a visa free travel policy for Mongolia.  His wife is from Mongolia and her family would love to visit and that would be great and they can actually meet the baby.  However I was curious (considering what he considers "fact") so I clicked on the article and read it.  There is no indication on what was signed (no executive order or bill or any kind of government document tracking number) let alone when (the article didn't even list a date of its own publication, let alone who penned the article). Not trusting this article I did a more broad search in google "trump visa free Mongolia" was the phrase I used.  Trying to be vague I expected to catch several articles with a wide net.  What came up was the same article.  All other articles were from fellow less reputable sites with the exact same article but replaced "Mongolia" with another nation or region like "South Africa" or "Caribbean" followed by snopes and hoax-alert indicating that these are false. In other words "Fake News."

I feel bad because in the comments on his Facebook post people from the wife's family and friends are excited and want to visit.  Even one of my family members questioned it at first "why would Trump do this what is there to gain."  My brother fiercely replied, indicating how Mongolia has all these natural resources and so on.  On the one hand I feel the need to set the record straight and chime in, on the other hand knowing how my brother argues over social media is it really worth it.  I suppose it does not matter as any of the Mongolian family who tries to visit will be told they need to apply for a visitor visa.  They will complain to his wife that my brother lied or was just wrong about it and things will come full circle on their own. It’s just frustrating that he does little to no research.
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Post by: Finlay on March 31, 2017, 04:31:16 PM
I got an email about my impending Vasectomy in comic sans
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Post by: Midaski on March 31, 2017, 05:34:12 PM
I got an email about my impending Vasectomy in comic sans

We can do it for free at the Bash if you like ..................................

.................... I am sure Soth can find a couple of bricks ............................  :engel:
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Post by: Aldaris on March 31, 2017, 05:41:20 PM
I got an email about my impending Vasectomy in comic sans

Well you will be sans, but hopefully not comically so.
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Post by: Sig on April 01, 2017, 02:40:04 AM
Nice one Finlay. Gonna have one myself in a couple of years.
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Post by: Rowsdower on April 03, 2017, 02:15:21 PM
I just lost my cat. She's been my shadow for the past 15 years. She was old and sick. I had no other choice :icon_cry:
I don't know how many times she jumped onto the hobby bench to drink the paint water while I was painting miniatures over the years.
But my chins up; I have other things to do
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 05, 2017, 08:29:58 AM
I'm sorry for your loss. She's over the rainbow bridge now. Nothing can hurt her there and you will see her one day.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 05, 2017, 08:37:27 AM
Too true, she's in a better place and all her worldly sufferings are but a bad dream.

Lord knows I got an army of animals waiting to see me again up there.
I don't look forward to seeing the horde of goats I castrated. :ph34r:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 05, 2017, 09:04:50 AM
Be hopeful that they won't be there for revenge. :biggriin:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 05, 2017, 11:14:22 AM
I just lost my cat. She's been my shadow for the past 15 years. She was old and sick. I had no other choice :icon_cry:
I don't know how many times she jumped onto the hobby bench to drink the paint water while I was painting miniatures over the years.
But my chins up; I have other things to do

I hear you! My son had a great cat he callled Oscar Goldman after the Trailer Park Boys cat and it could not stand to see a wash glass full. I don't now how many times I heard the fateful clink as he pulled it over and watched the ensuing mess. Except for the cat in my avatar, that cat had the best attitude ever.  Unfortunately he met an untimely end on the road which has claimed 3 of my cats so far.

Too true, she's in a better place and all her worldly sufferings are but a bad dream.

Lord knows I got an army of animals waiting to see me again up there.
I don't look forward to seeing the horde of goats I castrated. :ph34r:

Be hopeful that they won't be there for revenge. :biggriin:

Ha! Ha! Life has such a twisted joke running thru it's thread that that might be a possibility. I'm sure we all have an army to face when it's time 😺
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 05, 2017, 11:17:10 AM
I just hope that I'll be able to see the people, that I miss so much, once again.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 05, 2017, 11:57:57 AM
Same. :cry:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 05, 2017, 02:10:06 PM
I got an email about my impending Vasectomy in comic sans

We can do it for free at the Bash if you like ..................................

.................... I am sure Soth can find a couple of bricks ............................  :engel:


Doing it that way is painless, too....




As long as your fingers don't get caught between the bricks.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 11, 2017, 09:48:00 PM
Darn...I have six medium-sized chicks I hand-raised into pets that run to me when I call and follow me around the ranch. The youngest of them, a sweet little white one who had the hardest time flying out of his cage when I released them, just got snatched by a hawk while I was in the restroom. :cry:

I just had made a seperate cage for him too since his older brown brother was bullying him...

This is a really bad year.

[Edit]: just realized the irony that this is the year of the rooster.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 11, 2017, 10:13:45 PM
Damn! Please tell me he wasn't the hypothermia case.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 11, 2017, 10:20:55 PM
No, that was a group of week-old chicks. My six(five now) pets are several months old. They're big enough to fly up to my shoulder when I get down on one knee to feed them.

The white one (never really named them, except for rebel who always had to sleep on top of their chick blanket when the rest were under it) never liked to roost on my shoulder or arms like the others but he did like to be held and fall asleep against my chest.

Sigh...circle of life, sadly.
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 12, 2017, 03:24:28 AM
Oh thank goodness! The hawk didn't get him!

Apparently when the hawks flew over he had hid in some wire fencing and had gotten his head stuck so he couldn't make any noises or escape. After a few hours he finally got loose enough to get his mouth free and started screeching for help.

We got him out safely and he's okay now.  :happy:
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Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2017, 06:51:40 AM
Huzzah.

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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 12, 2017, 10:24:59 AM
Best news of the day! Hurray for #5 😸
Whoops! #6 - can't count 😾
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 12, 2017, 11:52:39 AM
That's great news Baron! Hooray for the little guy! :biggriin:
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Post by: Finlay on April 12, 2017, 01:43:23 PM
think he needs a name after this though
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 12, 2017, 03:13:33 PM
think he needs a name after this though

Agree wholeheartedly!
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 12, 2017, 03:57:02 PM
White Thang comes to mind
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 13, 2017, 08:40:35 AM
I googled that and got the snowy version of big foot or a werewolf? Was that what you meant? Will probably save that for a dog's name.

I think I might name the chick Kentucky on account of how close he came to being lunch. :-P

Or maybe Sanders to make it less on the nose.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 13, 2017, 09:05:11 AM
White Fang ?
As in the big badass wolf?


No no no White Thang. As in the white chicken that doesn't really have a name....
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Post by: Aldaris on April 13, 2017, 02:26:17 PM
White Fang ?
As in the big badass wolf?

Try Red Fang.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQPfQvLIseA

sorry, that's the opposite of unhappy, but it might cheer someone up, so why not!
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Post by: Gneisenau on April 13, 2017, 11:34:10 PM
Ramzan Kadyrov sinks even lower: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/apr/13/they-called-us-animals-chechens-prison-beatings-electric-shocks-anti-gay-purge
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 14, 2017, 12:33:25 AM

I think I might name the chick Kentucky on account of how close he came to being lunch. :-P

Kentucky is perfect! That idea about lunch and I always like the name and have always wanted to see Kentucky blue grass for some reason.
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Post by: Zak on April 14, 2017, 03:55:54 PM
just spent the last two days giving birth to a kidney stone....I named it the beast!!  :dry:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 14, 2017, 06:06:38 PM
just spent the last two days giving birth to a kidney stone....I named it the beast!!  :dry:


Probably one of the most painful experiences available. I'm just waiting my turn 😸
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Zak on April 14, 2017, 07:53:51 PM
just spent the last two days giving birth to a kidney stone....I named it the beast!!  :dry:


Probably one of the most painful experiences available. I'm just waiting my turn 😸

yeah it sucks completely  :dry:
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on April 14, 2017, 10:08:29 PM
All the joys of giving birth but through a straw.  :icon_mrgreen:

Seriously though, sorry that happened to you.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 18, 2017, 07:41:41 AM
Is it possible to remove kidney stone, without pissing it outside? Like some meds, or something? I'm sorry for you Zak. :unsure:
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Post by: Zak on April 18, 2017, 02:34:18 PM
Is it possible to remove kidney stone, without pissing it outside? Like some meds, or something? I'm sorry for you Zak. :unsure:

I was told the only way they can be removed is if they are to big for the tube. Then they will go up into you  :unsure: and remove them or use a sonic blast to smash them up to tiny bits to be passed later. You will not die from passing a stone but BROTHER you feel like it, no foolin its the worst pain I have ever felt. All in total I passed 4 stones, this is why it is sooo important we take care of our selves and also why soda is the devil. I don't drink alcohol or smoke but I did eat or I did eat a lot of red meat. High Uric acid levels are what caused my issues.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 19, 2017, 07:43:30 AM
Damn, that sounds scary and painful as hell. Good that it's over now Zak. :ph34r:
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 19, 2017, 02:54:10 PM
Patrick the Wombat died!
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on April 19, 2017, 04:26:58 PM
Patrick the Wombat died!

Im saddened by the loss of such a sage wombassador  :icon_neutral:
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on April 20, 2017, 12:22:35 PM
We live in dark times.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 26, 2017, 05:49:09 PM
I'm day 3 of the 10 day detox diet.
(http://i.imgur.com/HBmcRCV.gif)
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 26, 2017, 06:19:05 PM
Ha! Ha!👆
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Post by: Finlay on June 05, 2017, 03:46:44 PM
I'm meant to be going to an ODI tomorrow in Cardiff.
Hmm.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2653822
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Post by: Karl Voss of Averland on June 05, 2017, 04:15:43 PM
It's raining in the U.K?
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Post by: Finlay on June 05, 2017, 05:18:29 PM
Exceptionally dry April and may.
Exceptionally wet start to June, at least in the south West.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 13, 2017, 11:15:52 AM
So I just got back from the doctor. My liver is in tatters. I need to completely drop my eating habits and definetly stop drinking. No fried food, no raw vegetables and fruit, no sweets, no alcohol and no coffee and strong tea. I've got so much fat on my liver that it's not funny anymore. Looks like this is my wake up call. Time to get out of this mess, that I've gotten myself into.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 13, 2017, 12:06:45 PM
So I just got back from the doctor. My liver is in tatters. I need to completely drop my eating habits and definetly stop drinking. No fried food, no raw vegetables and fruit, no sweets, no alcohol and no coffee and strong tea. I've got so much fat on my liver that it's not funny anymore. Looks like this is my wake up call. Time to get out of this mess, that I've gotten myself into.

That's a hell of a list! When I got out of the hospital I weighed 220 lbs - my perfect weight for 6'5" apparently. I had lost almost 30 lbs.
I gave up nominal drinking and now drugs and smoking are definitely gone ( not that I indulged anyway but know I don't have a choice)
And above all it was sugar that was the source of all the crimes against the body. I keep getting this mixed up but I think it's fructose that can't be absorbed by the body so it is neatly surrounded by fat and stored away. This is the major source of fat of all time. Sugar can be named many things and sometimes appears 4 or 5 times on an ingredient list without realization. Pure poison and almost impossible to give up. Unfortunately I've gained back 35 lbs again and it sucks! AnywAy long story short - if you can kill off the sugar intake, most everything will come back. (Totally unprofessional opinion but I've proved it on myself 😺)
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 13, 2017, 12:20:52 PM
Yeah, I can't do sugar anymore. What's weird is that I can't eat sweets, but I can eat fruit marmalade and jams. I also need to drop salt.

The worst thing is coffee. I know that tea can be a stimulant, but for me it's not working and I can only drink very weak tea anyway. No strong tea for me, no siree.

I also need to get to excersise again. My gut is swollen, my shoulders form a neat arrowhead and my arms are like twigs. Christ, some mess I've gotten myself into...
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Post by: Midaski on June 13, 2017, 05:01:23 PM

I also need to get to exercise again. My gut is swollen, my shoulders form a neat arrowhead and my arms are like twigs. Christ, some mess I've gotten myself into...

This - since my 'incident' last October I try to do 3 sessions every week - the highlight is an hour of Walking Football as I enjoy team sports.
Currently I back it up with a couple of sessions in the gym which is not that enjoyable, but necessary.

Slowly losing the lbs but slow and steady is the way to keep it off.
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Post by: Gankom on June 13, 2017, 06:37:48 PM
If we're commiserating about our exercises I'll join in. Mine is coming from the other end. My family has always been on the slim side, and after a few health problems I'm what they call dangerously underweight.  Also because of the health stuff I have to do 2 hours of phsyio therapy a week and hour and a half of workout everyday. The workouts are pretty grueling, but also don't help to put on weight sadly. So I'm in a constant seesaw of putting on weight, only to lose it from all the exercising.

I give nothing but props for everyone who can stay with a routine. It's something I find difficult just sticking with it.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 13, 2017, 06:39:04 PM
Have you tried a fast food diet?
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Post by: Gankom on June 13, 2017, 07:36:35 PM
I sure did! Surprisingly the doctors and so called health people seem more concerned about getting the 'right' stuff into me, instead of 'anything' or 'that garbage'.

Pretty sure the office dietician would flip out if I suggested big macs every day all day.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 14, 2017, 10:06:22 AM
Tommorow it's my first running session in a long time. Then hitting that gym, like nobody's buisness. You're a dead man, live fat.
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Post by: Midaski on June 14, 2017, 11:14:13 AM
Don't go at it stupidly too hard - you need to build it up slowly or you will have a problem.  :biggriin:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 14, 2017, 11:43:10 AM
Don't go at it stupidly too hard - you need to build it up slowly or you will have a problem.  :biggriin:

Yeah, I know. But I'm angry at myself for doing so much harm to my body. :icon_confused:
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Post by: Midaski on June 14, 2017, 12:03:18 PM
You are not alone though.

There are almost daily reports saying that loads of countries have huge unhealthy / obesity problems.

I can remember 30 years ago when a local orthopaedic surgeon refused to operate on patients who smoked, and the PC brigade stared squealing.
Now it is close to the same thing with overweight people - if you have something that needs an operation the risks are much much greater, and some docs are saying lose weight first if the op is not immediately life threatening.

If it is life threatening then your chance aren't as good.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 14, 2017, 12:07:56 PM
@ Xath - my sugar rant was inspired by a pot calling the kettle black. In honour of your immense change in lifestyle, I will in fact do away with sugar in coffee and cereal. My decent into self imposed hell begins....NOW! First morning coffee without sugar 😾
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 14, 2017, 12:11:38 PM
@ Xath - my sugar rant was inspired by a pot calling the kettle black. In honour of your immense change in lifestyle, I will in fact do away with sugar in coffee and cereal. My decent into self imposed hell begins....NOW! First morning coffee without sugar 😾

You honor me Artoban. I thank you for that grand gesture and hope that it will improve your health as well. :smile2:

@Midaski: Oh yeah, I know that all too well. Too much easy living and too much not giving a crap can do horrible things to your body. We have a big obesity problem here in Poland. Some awarness is needed to combat this plague, me thinks.
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Post by: Midaski on June 14, 2017, 12:26:22 PM
I stopped sugar on my cereal 2 years ago - I have blueberries instead  :engel:

I believe in balance - I have sugar in coffee and tea still, but I don't have desserts, or sweets.  I have lettuce or cabbage in a sandwich, an apple and grapes at lunchtime, and a variety of pasta or rice and vegetables for evening meals.

Almost every day though some new survey changes what was previously thought - saying this or that is NOW good or bad for you.

I have drunk cold milk rather than water with meals for over 50 years, and eat lots of cheese, and put salt on my meals - yet my 'pipework' is pretty good and base cholesterol is 2.8 according to my doc.  :biggriin:

My problem is really 'volume' not quality  :engel:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 14, 2017, 12:36:49 PM
Blueberries! Why didn't I think of that?
I also eat a boatload of cheese and pasta but like you the doctor who did some procedure on me to check my arteries/ vein for cholesterol wound up his operation telling me to get out and stop wasting his time. Apparently I could drive a truck thru them with no cholesterol. But for sure white sugar is evil to me sand I love it so.....so GET OUT!
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Post by: Finlay on June 14, 2017, 04:23:32 PM
crap performance in the cricket.

dominated first 3 games. Too pleased with themselves for knocking out Australia!

Almost exactly how they lost in 2011 world cup.
durdle to 200 odd
"oh maybe thats competetive, the pitch etc"
get smashed off in 30 odd overs.
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 15, 2017, 12:33:08 AM
The morons in the Australian publication industry. How the hell does anyone in my country get books published when every major firm is an expert at avoiding people :eusa_wall:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 17, 2017, 12:39:45 PM
Day 4 of no more sugar in coffee, on cereal, not that I drink many soft drinks but they are now diet drinks. War on sugar has been declared and the offence continues. The hardest part is coffee without sugar.  Can't get used to the taste. Probably will just give it up as their is no pleasure now 😾
Strangely enough, I've had headaches for 3 days, just minor but I wonder if that's withdrawal lol
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Post by: Grutch on June 20, 2017, 10:37:06 PM
http://www.msn.com/en-us/movies/news/shocker-daniel-day-lewis-quits-acting-exclusive/ar-BBCXAoM?ocid=spartandhp

No!  Noooooo!

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Post by: S.O.F on June 20, 2017, 11:55:19 PM
http://www.msn.com/en-us/movies/news/shocker-daniel-day-lewis-quits-acting-exclusive/ar-BBCXAoM?ocid=spartandhp

No!  Noooooo!

But didn't he do this before? Also I should really watch Last of the Mohicans again.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 21, 2017, 03:02:10 AM
http://www.msn.com/en-us/movies/news/shocker-daniel-day-lewis-quits-acting-exclusive/ar-BBCXAoM?ocid=spartandhp

No!  Noooooo!

But didn't he do this before? Also I should really watch Last of the Mohicans again.

He did! Was doing a stint as a cobbler when he was dragged back. Good actor though. Really picked his projects.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 21, 2017, 09:20:09 AM
http://www.msn.com/en-us/movies/news/shocker-daniel-day-lewis-quits-acting-exclusive/ar-BBCXAoM?ocid=spartandhp

No!  Noooooo!

He'll be back. Great actors like him, can't quit. Not really.
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 22, 2017, 12:51:42 PM
There is a man in Sydney who has offered to proofread material for me for the low, low price of $1600.00 and have meetings which will cost $120.00 each :Ohmy:....Does this guy eat countache's or something? why on earth is he charging so much? If I wanted to get screwed in Sydney, I'd go to Kings cross
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 22, 2017, 06:44:19 PM
There is a man in Sydney who has offered to proofread material for me for the low, low price of $1600.00 and have meetings which will cost $120.00 each :Ohmy:....Does this guy eat countache's or something? why on earth is he charging so much? If I wanted to get screwed in Sydney, I'd go to Kings cross

These prices seem a bit... excessive... :ph34r: :ph34r:
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 22, 2017, 11:18:34 PM
@Xathrodox86
Club Minx doesn't charge that much for an hour....not that I've ever been there.....I happened to walk by once.... :blush:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 23, 2017, 10:01:11 AM
@Xathrodox86
Club Minx doesn't charge that much for an hour....not that I've ever been there.....I happened to walk by once.... :blush:

Sure, it's the "my friend told me that it's very expensive" kinda thing, eh? :-P
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 24, 2017, 09:45:37 AM
I didn't enter the building.....I didn't buy an overpriced drink......a busty, leggy blonde was not involved....and I didn't spend $350.00........ :blush:
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on June 24, 2017, 11:05:59 AM
I didn't enter the building.....I didn't buy an overpriced drink......a busty, leggy blonde was not involved....and I didn't spend $350.00........ :blush:


You didn't !

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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 24, 2017, 11:58:11 AM
I didn't enter the building.....I didn't buy an overpriced drink......a busty, leggy blonde was not involved....and I didn't spend $350.00........ :blush:

Ha! Ha! 👆
My first morning laugh 😺
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Post by: Padre on June 30, 2017, 10:33:15 PM
Stupid Photobucket. Spent the night getting dizzy, after a busy day, trying to work out what to do. Should I get a website of my own (confusion follows re: domain names and hosting and platforms and I don't know what, double dutch to me), then rebuild everything sorting through 1000s of photos in hundreds of folders trying to replace the holes in report after report, story after story? Should I stump up $400 to regain all the images on all the forums and threads and posts (1000s and 1000)? Do I migrate the images (if even possible) to another host and then re-work 10 years of stories and reports (backwards) inserting the new links, then onto half a dozen forums, to replace the ruined ones, post by post? Or will the forums die due to this anyway?
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 30, 2017, 10:44:33 PM
I don't think there's an easy answer to any of that , Padre. For some reason my Photobucket still works , mind you I hardly have any pics.
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Post by: Rowsdower on July 01, 2017, 12:05:54 AM
You guys are lucky you can get photobucket to work. I keep getting stuck in an unending loop with it.
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Post by: patsy02 on July 01, 2017, 12:42:49 AM
Photobucket is shit.
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Post by: Padre on July 01, 2017, 05:11:57 AM
I don't think there's an easy answer to any of that , Padre. For some reason my Photobucket still works , mind you I hardly have any pics.
There isn't. It's a nightmare. Yours works, according to my research, because you haven't gone over a certain limit. I am way, way over.

You guys are lucky you can get photobucket to work. I keep getting stuck in an unending loop with it.
I got it to work by spending vast amounts of time getting it to work. Which of part of the reason this is such a nightmare.

It's entirely possible that all my work on all the forums I'm on is ruined forever.
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Post by: Finlay on July 01, 2017, 08:27:50 PM
I don't see how photobucket think this is going to lead to anything but mass customer desertion
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 01, 2017, 09:04:19 PM
I don't see how photobucket think this is going to lead to anything but mass customer desertion

Agreed. And who the hell is going to spend 400 on something that was free. I agree they need to make money but they should have thought of that when they started.
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Post by: Padre on July 02, 2017, 11:39:16 AM
It's $400 per year - not even a one off. £100 I might have dealt with, but this, out of the blue, for a service that has always been hell to use.

At the moment I can't even access my albums to lift the photos elsewhere - there are so many pop ups, side and top bar ads, that they appear over the spot where the albums are meant to be, and when you clear them off (not easy) the album list is blank. The shoddiest of services.

[Edit] No, scrub that. They've actually destroyed my albums. I cannot find them anywhere, never mind access them!
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Post by: Padre on July 02, 2017, 11:40:18 AM
at least 1100 photos, although I think that is only certain albums.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 02, 2017, 12:00:07 PM
Utterly devasting Padre. Holy fuck, what a loss...
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Post by: Finlay on July 02, 2017, 12:05:05 PM
That is unbelievable

I decided to stop using it when trying to upload the photos from my walking holiday, and the pop ups made it impossible, but I haven't lost anything.

I pay £1.50 a month to Google for 100gb of data as i back up my phone photos onto it. It got to the stage where u could have deleted ones j didn't want but the time compared to just paying 1.50...

I also have a back up portable hard drive
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 02, 2017, 02:13:08 PM
I decided to stop using it when trying to upload the photos from my walking holiday, and the pop ups made it impossible, but I haven't lost anything.

I've been hit as well, though in my case it's just silly pictures posted on forums and a few like my battlereport about my children's BattleMasters game. So nothing like Padre.

Meanwhile their damn site was nigh impossible to use this past year or something, Firefox couldn't bear it, only Chrome enabled me to post new pictures, barely...

I wouldn't have minded some compulsory advertisements every time I would upload something or when I would want to enter one of my folders. They need money to keep things running, I totally get that.

But this is such an epic dick move they've pulled. No way I'm going to pay what they're asking for that shoddy site of theirs, it's not like the complete removal of advertisements would suddenly make it an exemplary website in terms of things like interface etc.

Anybody know another free site that would allow me to host pics, or a decent cheap one (I hardly post any pics so I'm not looking for serious hosting).
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Post by: Finlay on July 02, 2017, 06:31:21 PM
I uploaded mine on imgur, no idea if it's any good really.

It didn't store the correct order for my walking photos which was weird, but maybe I did something wrong
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Post by: patsy02 on July 02, 2017, 08:45:56 PM
Quote
It's $400 per year - not even a one off.
That's not a price tag, that's ransom.

I pay £1.50 a month to Google for 100gb of data
On Office 365 for 40£/year here, comes with 1 TB Onedrive storage.

I stopped using Photobucked when their UI gave me eye cancer and gray hair.
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Post by: Padre on July 02, 2017, 09:42:36 PM
Finally found my albums. It's not 1100 photos (that's basically the Tilean Campaign), it's 3600 photos in total, on several forums going back 11 years! Oh boy.

I couldn't possibly rescue even a fraction of that work - not when the whole thing could just as easily and suddenly crash again. It is months and months of work. I think my only option is to make my own website and start reconstructing them over the next few years. The only positive note is that I could re-work some of the reports and stories and to improve them.

Now I am trying to get my head around how you make a website. I've got one for my work, which I made through wordpress, although I originally built it with HTML (?), but it's hosted on a friend's server and I don't want to ask him to host a hobby one. I think Wordpress now allow users to do the whole thing - pay for domain name, hosting and then use Wordpress. At least the last part I am used to.
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Post by: patsy02 on July 03, 2017, 09:38:16 AM
You can use Wordpress, but you don't need to. Depends on how nice/user friendly you want it to look.

With 3500 photos the real issue is server space.
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Post by: Padre on July 03, 2017, 10:17:05 AM
They're not big photos. All edited with MSPaint, and all in the KB range. Should be ok?
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Post by: Aldaris on July 03, 2017, 10:19:20 AM
You could check out squarespace.com, I hear they make it quite easy to build a website. I haven't tried it though!
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Post by: Padre on July 03, 2017, 11:33:12 AM
I have now started. I went with Wordpress as I have (sort of) used it before.

If you go to www.bigsmallworlds.com it should work. All I have done is slapped a couple of pictures on the front and edited and placed the first ever photo-story I did "The Fall of Bragovo."

I now know this is gonna take AGES!

Be aware, I still haven't worked out how to do 99% of what I need to do.
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Post by: patsy02 on July 03, 2017, 01:38:13 PM
They're not big photos. All edited with MSPaint, and all in the KB range. Should be ok?
1 KB per photo x 3500 photos = 3,5 GB of server space. Probably gonna cost you some amount of cash significantly smaller than 400 bucks.
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Post by: Finlay on July 03, 2017, 01:42:03 PM
is Imgur no good patsatron?
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Post by: patsy02 on July 03, 2017, 11:58:43 PM
Imgur is used on Reddit and the UI is fine. I use it, haven't had any problems.
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Post by: Rowsdower on July 05, 2017, 04:58:26 AM
I was nearly mugged today. By a bunch of kids. They might have been scrawny ten year olds but they were like goblins; strength in numbers. Pardon the cliché but in my day [dab-sarn-it] I never thought of mugging anyone as they would have probably kicked the crap out of me.
On the plus side. I didn't loose anything. Life goes on. No use in dwelling on it
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Post by: Baron von Klatz on July 05, 2017, 08:56:15 AM
Darn, sorry to hear that. At least you and your possessions are alright.

Pity how debased the youth is today. More pity it's due to the growing neglect and clueless behavior of their parents. :-(
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Post by: Midaski on July 05, 2017, 10:53:54 AM
This photobucket thing  :icon_question:

Excuse my lack of knowledge but what does this mean:

Quote
The free account does not allow any image linking or 3rd party image hosting.

I have a few photos on our site here, which are 'seen' via the link to photobucket.
If they are my photos is that ok?

If I stored someone else's photo(s) in my PB library and linked to them on here - that would be against their T&C?

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Post by: Padre on July 05, 2017, 11:14:20 AM
Whether they're your photos or not, you can upload them to Ph'Buck but you cannot use [ img ]   ...   [ /img ] links to show them anywhere else.
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Post by: Rowsdower on July 05, 2017, 11:24:47 AM
The mugging didn't actually bother me that much. I'm a mature, [mostly] responsible adult so I didn't want to harm kids [even though they had me surrounded]. I feel sorry for them though. The cops I spoke to about it say they do this all the time and there is little that can be done about it. The parents are deadbeats. The sad thing is, someone will strike them one day and they could be hurt or killed.
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Post by: Midaski on July 05, 2017, 11:25:56 AM
Ah - so my modest 0.5GB usage is actually violating their t&c.

How is one supposed to use them - give a link to my library so 'viewers' go there and see my pics - why the fuck would they subject themselves to that.
It is a terrible site - Windows has to recover the page every second time I click on their "I'm not a robot" link.

I must have needed 5 goes per album I have been downloading back to my PC this week - (see modest capacity above)

More Pop Ups than any other site I have ever visited.




OK - I understand the model - free space but we have to make money so you have to put up with ads - lots of them.


I would have thought by now, that social media is responding  :icon_question:
Is there not a huge slagging off surge going on Facebook Twitter etc???
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Post by: Finlay on July 05, 2017, 11:36:50 AM
https://thenextweb.com/apps/2017/07/05/photobuckets-ransom-demand-is-a-masterclass-in-how-not-to-treat-your-users/#.tnw_UmzgkSL7

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-40492668


I don't really see the problem with everyone just moving to google photos or imgur or something. Only when you have a metric ton of photos like padre.
Surely will kill their website. Good riddance.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 05, 2017, 11:41:47 AM
Darn, sorry to hear that. At least you and your possessions are alright.

Pity how debased the youth is today. More pity it's due to the growing neglect and clueless behavior of their parents. :-(

I agree. Sometimes I think that people should pass a series of tests, before being allowed to have kids. :dry:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 05, 2017, 11:45:20 AM
Not that I had many pics, but I just deleted the whole app off the phone and said the hell with it.

Set up imagur but not sure if I like that either. I can't seem to get the picture to show up in the thread and I don't think peeps don't really care to follow a link.
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Post by: Finlay on July 05, 2017, 12:33:07 PM
I posted a bunch of pics from imgur onto the happy thoughts thread.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 05, 2017, 02:33:21 PM
How? When I use the copy button, it just links the site and then you hand to sort thru the albums. Mind you I'm shit at this sort of thing. I usually torn between firing this phone at the wall and understanding the need not too lol.
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Post by: Rowsdower on July 18, 2017, 09:51:53 PM
Dr who is now a woman
James Bond is going to be a woman
For me, both franchises have been ruined forever
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 19, 2017, 01:46:42 AM
For me, both franchises have been ruined forever

Unsure if satirizing internet overreactions or not.  :icon_confused:
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Post by: Finlay on July 19, 2017, 01:48:33 AM
Poe's law
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Post by: patsy02 on July 19, 2017, 05:39:00 AM
Well, they no longer are the character that they were. Imagine an Alien reboot with Ellen Ripley suddenly being a dude for no reason.

To be fair though, Dr. Who was already trash to begin with so no harm done  :engel:
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 19, 2017, 01:53:35 PM
Alvin Ripley?
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 19, 2017, 02:15:47 PM
Alan Ripley.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 19, 2017, 02:17:05 PM
for no reason.

Well, it is for reasons of PC, so all is fine.
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Post by: Gankom on July 19, 2017, 02:41:08 PM
Is it for PC reasons though? or does a show that's been running for decades just want to try and mix it up a bit.
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Post by: Padre on July 19, 2017, 03:12:26 PM
Regarding it being the PC choice - that might be why the BBC execs wanted a female actor. But in the world of the character why would/should a regenerating alien who can change age, shape, accent, and basically all the rest, not change shape. Dr Who could have come back as a non-human alien and that would work (except for the added special effects costs and the inconvenience for the actress).

I enjoy Dr Who (well, much of it) because of the stories and the world, not because it represents execs' need for PC-ness.

I say that men and women are equal in every way that counts for anything not because I am PC, or strive to be so, or want to appear so, but because I think, and have always thought so. It's individuals who really differ, and male/female seems to be an influence but not a deciding factor in those differences. Humanity has a wide range. Why not Time Lords too?
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Post by: Sig on July 19, 2017, 03:34:26 PM
The Master has already been both man and woman. Masculinity is not some inherent trait of the Doctor, so get over it.

Female Bond is a different story however, I think that's a bit lame. Not that there's something sacred about the character and that he shouldn't be touched, but his masculinity is definitely a defining characteristic for him and changing that makes it a different character, which is boring.

But then man Bond is boring too, so I can't get too worked up about it.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 19, 2017, 04:13:20 PM
Quote Padre:
I say that men and women are equal in every way that counts for anything not because I am PC, or strive to be so, or want to appear so, but because I think, and have always thought so.
It's individuals who really differ, and male/female seems to be an influence but not a deciding factor in those differences. Humanity has a wide range. Why not Time Lords too?

 :::cheers::: right on Padre.
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Post by: Rowsdower on July 19, 2017, 08:26:05 PM
James Bond is Ian Flemmings alter ego. A hard drinking, hard punching womaniser who has no qualms about shooting unarmed men in the back. By swapping his gender and making him a P.C feminist, MGMU have destroyed they're cash cow.
All this P.C stuff is just rubbish anyway. There are dozens of action flicks out there with female leads
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 21, 2017, 10:29:27 AM
There are dozens of action flicks out there with female leads

Really? With an A rating? Start listing away, I'm having serious trouble getting to 5 even.
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Post by: patsy02 on July 22, 2017, 02:32:52 PM
Is it for PC reasons though? or does a show that's been running for decades just want to try and mix it up a bit.
It's possible, but I doubt it's a coincidence.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 22, 2017, 02:57:07 PM
If it had not been for PC reasons, they would have started a spin-off with a female lead.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 23, 2017, 02:26:59 AM
(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/07/17/10/426A0EDE00000578-0-image-a-28_1500282625437.jpg)
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on July 23, 2017, 04:24:35 AM
Is she sexy?
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Post by: Padre on July 23, 2017, 07:05:23 AM
Broken my toe. Never realised how important functioning toes are until now!
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 23, 2017, 07:32:44 AM
Ouch! Did that 2 months ago I think. The nail is half grown back in. Not a gd thing they can do about it. Crushed mine with a cinder block. Would show a pic but your breakie might leave.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 28, 2017, 09:12:12 AM
Take care of your toes guys. I also had injured one of my big toes, and it wasn't pleasant at all! :unsure:
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Post by: Rowsdower on July 28, 2017, 02:14:59 PM
I saw Dunkirk the other day. I thought it was pretty good. I got online to inform everyone only to have SJW'S shoot the film down like a damaged stuka [fitting metaphor I think :icon_lol:] as they find numerous flaws with it. I swear, the next sjw I meet I will punch
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Post by: BAWTRM on July 28, 2017, 03:55:16 PM
I saw Dunkirk the other day. I thought it was pretty good. I got online to inform everyone only to have SJW'S shoot the film down like a damaged stuka [fitting metaphor I think :icon_lol:] as they find numerous flaws with it. I swear, the next sjw I meet I will punch

What was there to SJW about? (supposedly)
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 28, 2017, 04:00:29 PM
Presumably no or not enough women, ethnic minorities, LGBT...
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Post by: Gankom on July 28, 2017, 04:02:06 PM
There's a rather blown out of proportion talk about how it's been whitewashed. Personally I've only seen a handful of people who seem to take it seriously, and a huge amount of parody/satire articles about it. I assume that's what he's seeing.

There's actually an interesting thread on the AskHistorians thread about the ethnic make up of the Dunkirk forces because of those same claims: https://www.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/comments/6jzeaq/how_ethnically_diverse_would_the_soldiers/

Turns out there was a pretty good number of French colonial troops in the pocket as well. I saw the movie and I'm a little disappointed theres almost no mention of the French. With the movie was first coming I started reading up on the battles happening around, and the French rearguard forces had some pretty major battles I'd never even heard about before.

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Post by: Finlay on July 28, 2017, 04:14:46 PM
I haven't seen any "sjw" moaning about it, just near universal acclaim.



I find "SJW" quite an instructive term really. akin to cuck.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on July 28, 2017, 04:30:28 PM
Quote from: Finlay
I find "SJW" quite an instructive term really. akin to cuck.

Yes, I was thinking the same. It sets off the alarm bells.
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Post by: Padre on July 28, 2017, 06:14:53 PM
Dunkirk was great. Possibly the best history\war film I've ever seen. A WW2 enthusiast I know, a reenactor, said he found less than 5 flaws, and they were things like a pair of goggles being one year too early etc.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on August 04, 2017, 06:42:56 AM
And why are you unhappy about it then ?

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Post by: Padre on August 04, 2017, 06:52:23 AM
My comment = reply to Rowsdowser's comment re: people complaining of flaws. I just forgot to quote before commenting. Maybe it was an unhappy state of mind that made me forget?
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 14, 2017, 08:52:12 AM
Supposedly it has a lot of "nolanisms", so if you're allergic to Nolan's movies, stay away from that movie.

I've also heard that it's really good.
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Post by: rufus sparkfire on September 03, 2017, 10:53:20 AM
The best footpaths are the ones that gradually disintegrate into the undergrowth, leaving you to force your way through thick bracken and brambles with no shoes on until you find a way out.
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Post by: Padre on September 03, 2017, 11:12:43 AM
When that happens do you cry like me kids do? Would I be forced to carry you even though you are too big for me now?
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Post by: patsy02 on September 18, 2017, 01:59:04 PM
Personal Blood Bowl tournament results

My team: Dark Elves

MatchOpponentResult
1Dwarves2-1 Loss
2Halflings2-1 Loss(!)
3Orcs2-1 Loss
4Orcs2-0 Loss
5Undead (with mummies)2-0 Loss

In my defence though, the only reason I didn't make the halfling match 2-2 is because it was cut half an hour short by mistake.

I'm so bad at this game.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on September 21, 2017, 12:53:13 PM
Sometimes I hate my job. Today we've recieved a private message on Facebook, with some kiddie porn inside. I tend to forget that there are so many sick fucks in the world. :icon_evil:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on September 21, 2017, 11:34:17 PM
Sometimes I hate my job. Today we've recieved a private message on Facebook, with some kiddie porn inside. I tend to forget that there are so many sick fucks in the world. :icon_evil:

The trail of broken misery these fucks leave behind is mind boggling. Zak has a godawful tale from his work in the field. Totally disparring.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 02, 2017, 03:32:06 PM
My wife and I visited my parents house this weekend in Maine.  It irked me that they would smoke their cigarettes in front of my pregnant wife, not giving us the courtesy to do it in another room or wait for her to go to bed (like my brother does).  10 years ago (when I moved out) they would have been a gracious host and done so, but not anymore. I brought this up to them and they just waved it off. My wife spoke to my brother's wife (my brother and his family presently live with my parents) and asked if they did the same when she was pregnant with their daughter.  She told us that they did and it bothers her that they continue to do so with their infant.  It wasn't so bad in the morning as the sun was out and the windows and doors would be open and that would get rid of the smoke for the most part, or give us the opportunity to go outside so it would not be bothersome.  At night when it is 48 degrees (Fahrenheit) however, the doors and windows would be shut and the smoke would fill the air.  My wife started going to bed early just to avoid the smoke which meant less time hanging out with my family.  It soured the trip for us.  That and the dog died our second night there.  Peewee was a good boy, but he was old and peacefully passed away.  We gave him a Jedi's funeral.
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Post by: Finlay on October 02, 2017, 03:35:35 PM
yo i'd straight up tell anyone not to smoke if my pregnant wife was sitting in the same room for a considerable amount of time.
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Post by: Sig on October 02, 2017, 07:37:47 PM
Yeah I'd just pack up and go home if they refused. Waste of time hanging out with people that inconsiderate even if they are your parents.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on October 04, 2017, 11:20:25 AM
If your parents smoked in front of your wife, who's bearing their grand child... well, I'd seriously tell them to get a grip, sorry!
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Post by: Padre on October 04, 2017, 02:43:51 PM
Tell your parents that my mum died of smoking related cancer and never got to see her grandchildren. She LOVED kids, and would have been on cloud 9. Our lives would have been so different if she was still here - me and Ruth would actually still go out and stuff (not for 9 years) as Mum would have happily baby-sitted a million times and more! I still cannot get my head around the insane fact that mum never met my children. It's almost hard to type.

Tell them that.
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Post by: Finlay on October 07, 2017, 02:51:49 PM
Fed up with dunning Krueger Scrubs on my hockey team

You're shit, fuck off.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 18, 2017, 10:49:16 PM
Gord Downie Of The Tragically Hip died last night from brain cancer.  Not sure if they were big in the states but here in Canada they were a cultural icon. For 30 years they imprinted themselves on Canadians. Every radio station that I know gave it up to play them all day in tribute. Even our prime minister broke down in his talking a about his loss. I think I was late to the party but they floored me when The Hundreth Meridian was played for the first time. It still fills me with emotion when I hear it.
RIP Gord.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=BCFo0a8V-Ag
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Post by: Gankom on October 19, 2017, 02:06:52 AM
I was never a huge fan of the hip, but still sad to hear. I know people who broke down and cried.
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Post by: BAWTRM on October 20, 2017, 07:01:33 PM
I......don't believe I've ever heard of them. But it's always sad when a good person goes.
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Post by: Gankom on October 20, 2017, 07:02:36 PM
They never really made it out of Canada to be honest. Maybe into the states to a small degree, but otherwise they were a huge Canadian thing.
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 20, 2017, 10:23:04 PM
I've discovered something disturbing about a friend  :x
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Post by: Gankom on October 20, 2017, 11:13:54 PM
Does he play Skaven?

I never trusted Skaven players.
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Post by: patsy02 on October 21, 2017, 12:39:51 AM
Playing Skaven is an un-friendable offence in and of itself.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 21, 2017, 12:40:25 AM
Does he play Skaven?

I never trusted Skaven players.

 :biggriin:

Conniving, scheming , treacherous , leacherous, rotten to the core, greedy, mongering, bastards. Skaven can also be referred to as  politicians.
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 21, 2017, 06:29:43 AM
Does he play skaven. No, I wish it were as savoury as that.
He works at night..... with ladies.......he is the.... 'manager' :Ohmy:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on October 23, 2017, 01:10:48 PM
Does he play Skaven?

I never trusted Skaven players.

 :biggriin:

Conniving, scheming , treacherous , leacherous, rotten to the core, greedy, mongering, bastards. Skaven can also be referred to as  politicians.

Don't forget about commanding from the back row.
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Post by: patsy02 on October 31, 2017, 07:23:35 PM
https://www.gatestoneinstitute.org/11258/france-terrorism-law (https://www.gatestoneinstitute.org/11258/france-terrorism-law)

Quote
French President Emmanuel Macron has formally signed a new counter-terrorism law which gives prefects, police and security forces wide-ranging powers — without the need to seek prior approval from a judge — to search homes, place people under house arrest and close places of worship.

The new law, adopted by the French Senate on October 18, makes permanent many of the previously exceptional measures imposed under a two-year-old state of emergency, which was introduced after the jihadist attacks in Paris in November 2015.

French police and intelligence services are surveilling around 15,000 jihadists living on French soil, Le Journal du Dimanche reported on October 9. Of these, some 4,000 are at "the top of the spectrum" and most likely to carry out an attack.

Of the 1,900 French jihadists fighting with the Islamic State, as many as one-fifth have received as much as €500,000 ($580,000) in social welfare payments from the French state, Le Figaro revealed on October 26.

What a fine mess.
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Post by: Grutch on October 31, 2017, 07:35:42 PM
An intentional mess to bring in a more controlling society. 

How are these handouts sustainable economically?  Most of those motherfuckers wouldnt make 10% back
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Post by: Captain Dob Van Dwi on November 02, 2017, 03:48:37 PM
Just had to put a horse down today.

Today sucks... :icon_cry:
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Post by: Rowsdower on November 02, 2017, 11:15:17 PM
I work in a hotel. Its not unlike Fawlty Towers  :icon_sad:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on November 02, 2017, 11:19:10 PM
I work in a hotel. Its not unlike Fawlty Towers  :icon_sad:

How I loved that show.  Loved it.
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Post by: Gankom on November 03, 2017, 12:08:20 AM
Just had to put a horse down today.

Today sucks... :icon_cry:

That really sucks. Horseys are fragile creatures sometimes.

Quote
I work in a hotel. Its not unlike Fawlty Towers  :icon_sad:

On the positive side, you could probably write a popular blog based on it. If Fawlty Towers was such a hit, some people might find it humorous.
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Post by: Rowsdower on November 03, 2017, 03:47:48 AM
I kid you not, we had some German guests the other day. I was tempted to go up to them, wave my fist and say "Who won the bloody war anyway?!"
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Post by: Captain Dob Van Dwi on November 03, 2017, 09:27:46 AM
Just had to put a horse down today.

Today sucks... :icon_cry:

That really sucks. Horseys are fragile creatures sometimes.

He had cellulitis. Normally that's treatable but it had started to spread to the rest of his body (liver and kidneys). Nothing we could have done. Still sucks though.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on November 03, 2017, 09:49:44 AM
It does. I love horses. They always seem to have such smart, knowing eyes. Beautiful animals. It's in a better place now Dob, at least I believe so. :unsure:
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Post by: Finlay on November 03, 2017, 03:05:51 PM
season 2 stranger things pretty disappointing.

Felt like a rush job after the success of season 1 prompted them to make more episodes.
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Post by: Finlay on November 04, 2017, 11:39:07 AM
Lord of the rings TV series in the works.

Why.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on November 04, 2017, 11:55:07 AM
Lord of the rings TV series in the works.

Why.

Bloody good question
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Post by: Zak on November 04, 2017, 01:28:07 PM
Lord of the rings TV series in the works.

Why.

Bloody good question

I don't know it could be cool. Maybe different characters doing stuff in middle earth like stories in the star wars world etc.
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Post by: Rowsdower on November 05, 2017, 01:30:57 AM
Maybe its a Tom Bombadil series. To appease all those vocal Tom Bombadil fans
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Post by: Finlay on November 05, 2017, 08:38:35 AM
Tom bombadil and some shire scouring at the end of season 9.

No thanks.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 07, 2017, 09:31:19 AM
Leaving Tom Bombadil out of the film was definitely the right choice.

I'd hate to be the director or actor in charge of pulling that character off.
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Post by: Sig on November 07, 2017, 10:10:04 AM
I can actually imagine Gary Oldman pulling off a straight Tom Bombadil, but the character himself doesn't work for modern audiences. He's very much a product of his time.
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Post by: Finlay on November 07, 2017, 10:17:37 AM
Leaving Tom Bombadil out of the film was definitely the right choice.

I'd hate to be the director or actor in charge of pulling that character off.

totally agree. Not sure how it would translate into a tv thing either. Although I could see something like 6 seasons at least- 1 per each "book" of each book. I do suspect large parts of the book are pretty easy to skip.

think leaving out the scouring was a mistake, though.
Especially as they have 30 minutes of faffing around after the ring gets melted anyway.


I'm extremely sceptical of the whole thing given how fucking badly the hobbit was botched- absolutely dreadful films.
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Post by: patsy02 on November 07, 2017, 11:54:19 AM
Quote
I'm extremely sceptical of the whole thing given how fucking badly the hobbit was botched- absolutely dreadful films.
The Hobbit could have been good, which is incredibly annoying. But the decision was made to basically make it a cheap cartoon for tweens. Huge mistake given that the first LOTR came out 11 years ago when the first Hobbit was released, making the demographic on the Tolkien hype train maybe 30-40 years old.

I can actually imagine Gary Oldman pulling off a straight Tom Bombadil, but the character himself doesn't work for modern audiences. He's very much a product of his time.
He doesn't work outside the book imo. He's too ridiculous and tone deaf to put on camera, and his subplot doesn't really affect the main plot. You'd need someone with supernatural acting skills to put a twist on the character.
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Post by: BAWTRM on November 07, 2017, 07:21:18 PM
He doesn't work outside the book imo. He's too ridiculous and tone deaf to put on camera, and his subplot doesn't really affect the main plot. You'd need someone with supernatural acting skills to put a twist on the character.

His plot not really no, but together with Old Man Willow you have a kind of intro (to the lore of) the ents later on.
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Post by: Sig on November 07, 2017, 09:52:04 PM
He doesn't work outside the book imo. He's too ridiculous and tone deaf to put on camera, and his subplot doesn't really affect the main plot. You'd need someone with supernatural acting skills to put a twist on the character.

I think today he doesn't even work in the book. The only way I can see him working on film is toning down his songs, and working in abrupt shifts of mood when confronted with Old Man Willow and the Wights. I could see him going from a silly figure to deadly serious then back again, the sort of unpredictability mirroring shifts in the weather and nature. Bombadil is mostly about the power of nature seen as an aspect of the divine, it doesn't make sense to include him unless you want to convey that sort of message about the world of Middle Earth.
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Post by: Rowsdower on November 07, 2017, 10:04:43 PM
I remember one of my friends being enraged at Fellowship when it came out as it was so different from the book. He didn't understand that the reason Tom Bombadil [and others] had been cut from the films either because they couldn't be translated to film, were irrelevant or they bogged the plot down. ROTK was already a very long film. Did we need an extra hour or two, dedicated to shire scouring?
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Post by: Grutch on November 07, 2017, 10:44:47 PM
Just had to put a horse down today.

Today sucks... :icon_cry:

My sympathies,  I've endured the loss of several horses when I worked on a ranch in my teens, its never easy.
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Post by: Zak on November 08, 2017, 01:18:06 AM
I remember one of my friends being enraged at Fellowship when it came out as it was so different from the book. He didn't understand that the reason Tom Bombadil [and others] had been cut from the films either because they couldn't be translated to film, were irrelevant or they bogged the plot down. ROTK was already a very long film. Did we need an extra hour or two, dedicated to shire scouring?

Middle earth is a huge world, while the characters we know are doing there stuff new characters can be brought to life or go into the Silmarillion? I don't know I think ( IF DONE WELL) it could be pretty darn cool  :::cheers:::
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 01, 2017, 08:11:52 PM
Dan Harmon of "Community" and "Rick and Morty" fame responded to a twitter follower about depression.  I thought it may be helpful to post it here to see if it may help others. 

(https://i.imgur.com/RhVAwOZ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/HDONRB5.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/AfV5xia.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/9EswgAk.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/sYXWU9p.jpg)

Feelings are real but not reality is rather powerful.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 01, 2017, 09:22:58 PM
Quote: Feelings are real but not reality is rather powerful.

That is a good one for sure.
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 02, 2017, 10:00:22 AM
We had some very rude guests the other night in the hotel/restaurant I work at.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 05, 2017, 12:25:40 PM
We had some very rude guests the other night in the hotel/restaurant I work at.

I used to hate rude customers, when I worked in retail, many years ago. :dry:
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Post by: patsy02 on December 07, 2017, 05:28:13 PM
I've never worked retail and I still hate customers.

Also, Dan Harmon is a bit of a douche.

Edit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=81k93Guu-Oc (https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=81k93Guu-Oc)

It's upside down day every day now it seems like.
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Post by: Gankom on December 07, 2017, 06:51:52 PM
I am a customer and I hate us.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 07, 2017, 06:54:44 PM
I am a customer and I hate us.

😸👆
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 08, 2017, 02:05:18 AM
There are some customers you just cant please.
The other night, one customer informed the head chef that she was lactose, fructose and gluten intolerant and thusly couldn't eat anything on the menu and that she needed him to make her a special meal. The head chef exploded once 'Mrs allergic to everything' she was out of earshot.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 08, 2017, 09:43:52 AM
There are some customers you just cant please.
The other night, one customer informed the head chef that she was lactose, fructose and gluten intolerant and thusly couldn't eat anything on the menu and that she needed him to make her a special meal. The head chef exploded once 'Mrs allergic to everything' she was out of earshot.

I don't blame him. Come on, I understand being intolerant to this and this, but this is seriously dumb. :dry:
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Post by: patsy02 on December 08, 2017, 01:17:52 PM
What can you eat with a lactose, fructose, and gluten intolerance?

Spinach and air?
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on December 08, 2017, 01:35:16 PM
I am bill intolerant.


You can serve me anything, just don't make me pay for it.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 08, 2017, 01:50:41 PM
I am bill intolerant.


You can serve me anything, just don't make me pay for it.

Like👆
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 08, 2017, 10:16:18 PM
One of the apprentice chefs said something along the lines of "If she's allergic to everything than why did she go out" my thoughts exactly
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 09, 2017, 01:42:48 AM
One of the apprentice chefs said something along the lines of "If she's allergic to everything than why did she go out" my thoughts exactly

Aye, that's true. I think she's just an asshole, honestly. Or a bitch. Whatever works in that case.
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Post by: Sig on December 09, 2017, 08:37:17 AM
Meat, rice and beans really. I guess risotto?
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 09, 2017, 03:44:12 PM
Just finished watching ‘Born in China’  about cranes, monkeys, panda bears and snow leopards of China. Great documentary until it finished the snow leopards story. I’ve raved about snow leopards before somewhere here but to me they are the most beautiful creature to prowl the earth and the star of this doc was the most beautiful cat of the snow kitty’s. Needless to say it ended badly and as stupid as this is it shook me up. Wife who’s pretty good with phsycology says it probably open some other door but what the hell.


Not the leopard in the movie but pretty cool all the same.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uj0EVT-Ekog
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on December 11, 2017, 02:11:59 PM
Your new avatar is truly meow-tastic Artoban! These animals are incredible. :smile2:
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Post by: Padre on December 11, 2017, 02:25:26 PM
I used a photo of a miniature's face as my avatar on a club website recently, and when we met up for the first time a guy said "Oh yeah, I recognise you from your avatar"! In all seriousness. (Found out later the guy had bad eyesight - I am glad I didn't say anything at the time, or make fun of his strange comment.)
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 11, 2017, 03:01:42 PM
Quote Xath: meow-tastic

My avatar approves!! 😺
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 14, 2017, 01:38:19 PM
Work is going to be absolute hell over the next ten days
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Post by: Padre on December 14, 2017, 01:50:28 PM
Takes notes, write a book. It worked for Dante.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 14, 2017, 01:59:21 PM
Takes notes, write a book. It worked for Dante.

Funniest this week 👆😸
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 21, 2017, 01:44:53 PM
The local, independent games store shut down. Looks like for good this time. I don't know what I'm going to do for glues and paints now as no other shop in town sells the stuff.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 21, 2017, 02:33:52 PM
The local, independent games store shut down. Looks like for good this time. I don't know what I'm going to do for glues and paints now as no other shop in town sells the stuff.

That truly sucks.
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 24, 2017, 12:38:24 PM
My guess as to why it shut down again [the fourth time in three years] is due to the sheer ineptitude of the staff, chinbeards who harass other customers and boneheaded store policies. It was usually only open 2-3 days a week and then for only a few hours at the most.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on December 24, 2017, 01:45:08 PM
My guess as to why it shut down again [the fourth time in three years] is due to the sheer ineptitude of the staff, chinbeards who harass other customers and boneheaded store policies. It was usually only open 2-3 days a week and then for only a few hours at the most.

Doesn’t sound like a viable business plan to me. A few days a week for a few hours would have to have a large volume of sales to compinsate for the time closed. Lease, payroll, utilities, taxes, insurance without going into profit ends just like you say.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 30, 2017, 07:09:26 AM
Strep throat sucks.  :icon_frown:
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 12, 2018, 01:55:10 PM
Wooowee, where to start. My sight goes really bad. Actually went from bad to much, much worse practically overnight. Got some problems with payments in my job, as they're prepping the new contract for a couple of weeks now, and not just for me. The depression is getting worse and my doctor said that it's probably impossible for me to ever get better, mentally that is.

So yeah, life is fun.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on January 12, 2018, 02:10:50 PM
Wooowee, where to start. My sight goes really bad. Actually went from bad to much, much worse practically overnight. Got some problems with payments in my job, as they're prepping the new contract for a couple of weeks now, and not just for me. The depression is getting worse and my doctor said that it's probably impossible for me to ever get better, mentally that is.

So yeah, life is fun.

Fuck. Anyone of those things are bad but the scariest is the eyesight. Is this due to migraines?
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 12, 2018, 02:31:02 PM
No, my neurologist said that it's probably not. I've already had my eyes checked, still waiting for a more complex procedure to take place in February.
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Post by: Gankom on January 12, 2018, 04:40:39 PM
Ouch that sucks. Sounds like it sure was a rough season. If you ever need anything we're here for you. I know how scary eyesight problems can be, let alone depression.
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Post by: Rowsdower on January 12, 2018, 10:54:13 PM
Mrs "Alergic to everything" [as we've come to call her] was at the restaurant again last night. I don't blame the chefs and kitchen hands for cursing her name out of earshot. Why go out when you cant eat anything on the menu?
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on January 12, 2018, 11:59:51 PM
Ouch that sucks. Sounds like it sure was a rough season. If you ever need anything we're here for you. I know how scary eyesight problems can be, let alone depression.

Thanks Gankom. I appreciate this with all of my heart.
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Post by: patsy02 on January 14, 2018, 08:27:26 PM
That feel when Germany unironically turns more into what Germans are so desperate to distance themselves from. (https://www.economist.com/news/europe/21734410-new-social-media-law-causing-disquiet-germany-silencing-hate-speech-cannot-define-it)

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The most prominent example of the balancing act is the new Net Enforcement Law (NetzDG), of which Ms von Storch’s and Ms Weidel’s tweets were early victims. Inspired by the rise of fake news and a report suggesting that only a minority of illegal posts on social media were being removed within a day (and just 1% or so on Twitter), the law cleared the Bundestag last June and came into force on January 1st. It sets out 20 things defining a comment as “clearly illegal”, such as incitement to hatred or showing the swastika. Once posts are flagged by users, a social-media firm has 24 hours—extended to a week in complex cases—to check and remove those that contravene the rules, or face a €50m ($60m) fine. In the first week, Facebook’s over 1,000 German moderators have had to process hundreds of thousands of cases.

Overwhelmed by the volume and wary of incurring such huge fines, social-media firms are erring on the side of censorship. On January 2nd Titanic, a satirical magazine, joked that Ms von Storch would be its new guest tweeter. Two of the subsequent tweets mocking the AfD politician were censored. When Titanic republished them, its account was suspended for two days. The epitome of NetzDG’s overreach came last weekend when an old tweet by Heiko Maas, the justice minister who had introduced the law, calling an author who opposes immigration an “idiot” was removed, seemingly under its provisions.

This is cartoon villainy à la Dolores Umbridge. They can't even pretend to be better than the government of China at this point.

This part also stuck out to me:
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In 2016, for example, the number of criminal investigations into online hate speech in Berlin rose by 50%.

What a complete fucking joke. An overburdened police are tasked with playing nanny on the internet when there are actual crimes to solve and prevent. Again it turns out that ridiculous alarmist political cartoons from 10-20 years ago are coming true.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on January 21, 2018, 01:18:44 PM
I am so fething tired.

My fiancee is on the road to be diagnozed with EDS. She has been in pains since Christmas. The psychiatrists are not giving her a new time for starting PTSD theraphy she so badly needs in order to take control over her flashbacks from childhood abuse and a 3 year relationship filled with spouce abuse and rape.
She already have scoliosis and is bipolar so it is really not like she needs it... :icon_evil:

My ex-wife is suicidal but refuses to take help. My youngest daughter, aged 14, are suddenly all defending her mom and tell me how mom has become a better mom now, and that she is not strange anymore. But in confidence she tells my fiance that her mom tried to off-herself with a huge overdoze of sleeping pills... AGAIN! This was two weeks ago. But she has been told by mom not to tell it too anyone. My fiancee wants to inform the authorities but I tell her not too because I feel her contact with my daughter is too valuable. My daughter will lable her a traitor forever and ever.
If I go and do it, same effect. My ex is most likely not talking to my older son about it, nor my oldest daughter. She is selective and choose her youngest daughter as confidant.  :icon_evil:

And in order to cover it all up, my youngest daughter clearly feels she has to lie to me and protect her moms lies, while at the same time being worried as shit! She has pains in her back and the docs say she is overmobile in her joints, a lot. She has problem eating too and have problems in school. Her mom, my ex-wife, is more concerned about pretending to the social authorities that she is sooo much better now than the well-being of her daughter.
Taking help is not her priority, because she "do not trust" psychologists because they just do their job and inform the Child protection when they find out a sucidial mom has a 7-year old at half time.

But she is not sucididal, noooo... She is just very sad and depressed and do things by "mistake".

There also seems to have been an occasion when she has infact chosen to run away from a psychic ward that felt she had to be there for her own good. She run away and claim they "stole" her job mobile. Hell no, she most likely could not get it without alerting them.

But my hands are tied and I just do not know what to do. We have a meeting with the social secretary and I will try to make my ex accidentally admit it. But she just say she would "never" do anything stupid when Einar, the youngest, is with her. That I can trust her.

We have shared custody and if I want to fight that, I need to go to court. Unless the Social authorities steps in. But they claim they cannot do anything like telling her that she is not fit to care for the children. I must do it all myself.


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Post by: Artobans Ghost on January 21, 2018, 01:52:42 PM
Mathi,
That is a huge burden. And yes you have to do it alone. My ex wife was/is an extreme alchoholic and was an absenty mother who used the suicide play many times. I took him out of her care when he was 7 and by the time he was twelve I started to tell him his mother was sick. I had to build a wall against her and as he got older I told him what I believed he could unsterstand. He was the priority and I made sure I was there for him when she clearly wasn’t. It fortified him as he grew older and realized her disease. I think the truth of what is happening to your ex needs to be known to your daughter so she can at least still have a relationship with her but she comes to you and your new wife for support.  Every situation is so different and none easy but the only critical relation at this point is your daughter can depend on you no matter what it takes. This is only my experience and today my son is 24 and very strong mentally but really doesn’t believe in relationships lasting. He definitely lost something with his mother but still landed on his feet and is everything hi mother wasn’t at his age now. This skips over the pain of what comes with that but that is unavoidable.
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Post by: Rowsdower on January 22, 2018, 04:22:30 AM
I'm sorry to hear that, Mathi. That must be very hard to deal with.

On a lighter note I bumped into a guy I knew from high school. Its been close to twenty years since I last saw him. Its also been about twenty years since him and I did a routine at the schools variety night, mocking one of the teachers speech patterns [the teacher in question was originally from Cornwall and tended to put a lot of emphasis on his "ur's"]. As soon as I bumped into my old classmate, he proceeded to re-enact the routine. He then started ranting to me about the 'good' old days. I just walked away. He's clearly spent the last twenty years, living in the past. In his mind its still 199X. Living in the past is not a good place to live in.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on January 22, 2018, 09:13:53 AM
Living in the past is not a good place to live in.


That's what I keep saying to Napoleon....Midaski.

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Post by: Finlay on January 24, 2018, 12:22:57 AM
Ursula Le Guin died. 88.
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Post by: patsy02 on January 27, 2018, 11:47:48 AM
https://www.techdirt.com/articles/20180120/05380339047/spanish-government-uses-hate-speech-law-to-arrest-critic-spanish-government.shtml (https://www.techdirt.com/articles/20180120/05380339047/spanish-government-uses-hate-speech-law-to-arrest-critic-spanish-government.shtml)

Who could have seen this coming? 🤔🤔🤔🤔
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Mathi Alfblut on January 27, 2018, 07:52:22 PM
Spain never really got rid of the Franco heritage. Many Franco-loving conservatives and hardline catholics support these legislation. They protect traditional values. So it is not strange that a Country that was a fascist dictatorship make use of these laws.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on January 28, 2018, 10:42:07 AM
One of my cats got hit by a car. That was $980.00 AU to have a vet tell me that he wasn't going to make it. I get home, burry my cat and discover the fridge has died on me. Fortunately, my uncle was very generous and bought me a new one.
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Post by: Padre on January 28, 2018, 10:50:17 AM
This sort of thing comes in threes, you know? So hopefully your uncle will buy you two more new things.

I've buried car-killed cats before, and I am worried nearly every day by the sight of cats not really understanding how to act safely on a road.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on January 28, 2018, 04:32:02 PM
I’ve had 12 cats over the years and lost 3 of them to the road and one hit by truck. Lost one of his eyes and was twitchy after that but still a favorite. All but 2 were strays. Some stayed for awhile and then moved on. Others completely vanished. Down to the 2 calico’s now, one being wild before settling in but has to continue going outside. Really sticks to the property though so I feel safe and the lady is our first inside cat cause I don’t want to bury another one from the road.

Edit: we also have 4 strays that we kept fed at the moment to. All seem to have a healthy fear of humans and it usually takes a month or more to get them to warm up and a little trust. Too cold outside for that lately so I hope they continue hanging for a few months.
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Post by: Rowsdower on January 29, 2018, 05:27:46 AM
Mr Pudding [the animal shelter I got him from named him so] was a chubby tuxedo cat. He used to like to sit in the drive way and wait for me at night. I didn't see him last Tuesday and he wasn't fast enough. I managed to find a vet at 2:00 in the morning [after I spent an hour or so running around like a chicken with its head cut off]. The poor bugger was in so much pain :icon_cry: putting him to sleep was the kindest option.
Things are looking up though. I'm getting another cat [a tuxedo lass this time]
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Post by: GamesPoet on January 29, 2018, 01:01:36 PM
My condolences, such things are not easy.  I like cats, yet losing a pet is such a pain.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 02, 2018, 02:10:18 PM
Living in the past is not a good place to live in.


That's what I keep saying to Napoleon....Midaski.

Sometimes the past is all we have. Like I do.
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Post by: Rowsdower on February 06, 2018, 01:37:27 PM
On a random post that appeared on a social media page, I noticed a familiar name. It was my first internet buddy. He and I used to talk about anything and everything on the blog sites we frequented. I hadn't 'seen' him in close to four years. Out of curiosity, I clicked on his profile and discovered I wasn't on his 'friends' list anymore. Nobody was. Then I discovered something. I was the one to blame for our falling out. As much as I wanted to apologise, I chose not contact him. I just wish him well; with whatever it is that he's doing.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 14, 2018, 12:43:24 PM
On a random post that appeared on a social media page, I noticed a familiar name. It was my first internet buddy. He and I used to talk about anything and everything on the blog sites we frequented. I hadn't 'seen' him in close to four years. Out of curiosity, I clicked on his profile and discovered I wasn't on his 'friends' list anymore. Nobody was. Then I discovered something. I was the one to blame for our falling out. As much as I wanted to apologise, I chose not contact him. I just wish him well; with whatever it is that he's doing.

My advice: contact him, if you care. You never know when it will be too late to do that.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on February 14, 2018, 12:46:30 PM
On a random post that appeared on a social media page, I noticed a familiar name. It was my first internet buddy. He and I used to talk about anything and everything on the blog sites we frequented. I hadn't 'seen' him in close to four years. Out of curiosity, I clicked on his profile and discovered I wasn't on his 'friends' list anymore. Nobody was. Then I discovered something. I was the one to blame for our falling out. As much as I wanted to apologise, I chose not contact him. I just wish him well; with whatever it is that he's doing.

My advice: contact him, if you care. You never know when it will be too late to do that.

Agree completely👆
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Post by: Rowsdower on February 15, 2018, 11:49:56 AM
Very busy at the hotel on the 14th. 70 guests in the restaurant, 90 something meals all together for them plus 15 room service orders. We were running low on food and wine by the end of the night. The annoying part was a lot of meals came back, hardly touched or only half eaten. It was such a waste. Nobody complained though. And as for the room service,It was valentines day...do i need to explain any further on what the people in the rooms were up to. Atleast they had the decency to put on towels when i took the food to them

As for my former blog buddy, he seems to have disappeared from the internet again. Oh well; not to worry, life goes on. 'Clutch', if you see this; i wish you all the best.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 18, 2018, 03:12:05 AM
All’s well that’s ending well so maybe this should be in happy etc but got up yesterday after spending the weekend pretty much in bed - not sick but just tired. Had an eye infection in the right eye so decided to go to the doctor but as the morning went on, the my tastebuds started to bland out, left hand side of face started losing muscle control so my first thoughts were a stroke was happening. Crap. Went to see the doctor and he gave me drops for my eye and then said very good of you to bring this in (?) I wasn’t suffering a stroke, it was something called Bell’s palsy which didn’t sound good at all. He said I should check to see if you have legions in your ear (!!??) - to me those are 4 words that should never go together - ‘nope! Nothing. Good one on you for this’. ( this is were I began to think doctors have some sort of competion going and he just won). Said most people get thru this with full recovery (which was good as my face felt like it was melting).  Your eyelid may not close either and your forehead looks like you got a dose of Botox. Great. Long story short I’m on 16 steroid pills a day for a week and it reduces by 1 pill every 2 days till gone. And there is a shitload of pills. They started working right away and I actually have feeling in my upper lip again but wholly crap. I should have abs like a six pack and pythons to match when this train gets to its station. ( I have to look on the bright side) No reason as to why either. That’s comforting but we are here to experience after all 😺
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Post by: Gankom on April 18, 2018, 03:17:33 PM
man that sucks. If it makes you feel better my ex girlfriend a decade ago or so got Bells Palsy out of nowhere as well. From what I can remember she went on similar medication and treatment and it all cleared up no problem. She was 19 at the time, who knows where it came from. It was a funny thing for sure, the whole left side of her face essentially went slack and kinda froze at the same time.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 18, 2018, 03:46:51 PM
man that sucks. If it makes you feel better my ex girlfriend a decade ago or so got Bells Palsy out of nowhere as well. From what I can remember she went on similar medication and treatment and it all cleared up no problem. She was 19 at the time, who knows where it came from. It was a funny thing for sure, the whole left side of her face essentially went slack and kinda froze at the same time.

Thanks Gankom! The steroids are already working. Feeling is coming back quickly and I things are almost back to normal. Apparently jean Chrétien had it but was not treated at the time. Anyways very thankful at the moment.
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Post by: Rowsdower on April 19, 2018, 07:50:11 AM
The other night I picked up a room service tray and I thought the thing that was clinging to the bottom was a piece of glad wrap. It wasn't. It was a used prophylactic.  :blush:
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Post by: Padre on April 19, 2018, 04:19:29 PM
If you are happy then you are glad. That used prophylactic came from someone who was happy - at least for a moment - and that means they were glad.
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Post by: Gankom on April 19, 2018, 06:08:55 PM
You can literally FEEL the love!
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Post by: Rowsdower on April 20, 2018, 12:12:53 PM
I deal with deviants almost nightly at work. The used condom was a first though. Usually the guests are in various states of undress or their watching internet 'videos' when I take their room service orders to them.

On my night off I decided to try and assemble a Dragon 1/35th panzerspah wagon [I think that's its name, its an 8 wheeled armoured car with a 20mm cannon]. I nearly finished the bloody thing but it was so damn parts heavy and fiddly I put it aside. Give me the old Tamiya kits any day over the overly complicated Dragon ones. 
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 25, 2018, 01:27:39 PM
Glad that you're recovering Artoban. That really must've sucked! :Ohmy: Stay healthy!
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 25, 2018, 06:19:56 PM
Thanks Xath! Everything almost 100%. Must have rejuvenating troll blood in me. Trouble is all these steroids have taken away all pain in the body. The prescription is set to wind down on dose every two days for a couple weeks. I like the lack of pain 😺
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on April 26, 2018, 01:31:38 PM
No surprise there! :smile2:
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Post by: Rowsdower on April 27, 2018, 12:13:03 AM
The local independent game store has changed hands again for the umpteenth time in the past three years. The tradition of it being managed poorly continues. Nothing is organised properly inside; stock sits in messy corners while paints are incorrectly stacked on a very old rack [Warpstone glow sitting in a place marked 'Royal blue']. 90% of the paints they have are Warpstone glow.
The warmachine [or whatever it is] stuff is just sitting in a corner, surrounded by cobwebs while half the 40k shelf space is dedicated to those stupid Vinyl pop figurines.
There is an inactive desktop computer on the counter and the staff instead insist on selling items through glitchy mobile apps on their phone; they have NO PRICE TAGS on any GW product and instead browse the website on their phones in order to sell them [it can take up to 6-7 minutes to find the item].
The double doors into the place are partially obscured by a stack of moving boxes and empty pizza boxes. The worst thing about this rat hole is one of the frequent customers. He's like Greasus Goldtooth; he's an enormous, obese thug who sits at one of the gaming tables and slings abuse and criticism at anyone who enters.
I'm not dealing with this piggery anymore. I'm going to have to go out of town now as I'm tired of having to deal with the mess and disorganisation.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on May 04, 2018, 11:58:04 AM
Forge World seems to discontinue the Horus Heresy. Supposedly it sells really bad and they want to concentrate on specialist games. Couple that with the recent passing of Alan Bligh, and it looks like the Age of Darkness will be no more.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 04, 2018, 01:40:27 PM
That makes me sad.  If I had the time and the funds I would have made an Imperial Fist army with Rogal Dorn leading the charge.
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Post by: Aldaris on May 04, 2018, 02:59:38 PM
I think the real kicker is that the 30K stuff is not useable in 40K for the most part. So to get into it, you're shelling out insane amounts of money (by GW standars, mind) to play a tiny, tiny niche spinoff of an already pretty niche hobby, and most of the cool stuff isn't even compatible. I'm actually surprised they supported it as long and extensively as they did!
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Post by: Gankom on May 04, 2018, 03:01:16 PM
Really? I thought they were selling it hand over fist. Isn't that part of why they started bringing Primarchs back in plastic, because people liked the forgeworld ones so much?

It's a real shame if they are getting rid of it. I've been waiting to see them finish the 30k primarch series.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Aldaris on May 04, 2018, 03:21:26 PM
They still may finish the Primarchs, in fact I expect them to. But hey - a single 10 man infantry squad in 30K costs you 90 pounds. Add special weapons and stuff and you're approaching 100. I'm not complaining, they're beautiful minis and from what I hear the rules are good too. But I very much doubt that HH has been selling hand over fist at those prices.

Also, it's just the 30K infantry that's marked "last chance to buy" on the site. None of the Primarchs are from what I can see, and none of the vehicles either. So I guess they're keeping the stuff that's interesting for collectors (Primarchs) and the stuff that's also useable in 40K (vehicles et al) and getting rid only of the 30K specific range.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Xathrodox86 on May 04, 2018, 06:43:40 PM
You can use parts of 30K units in 40K (Leviathan, Mastodon, Sicaran) and they're burly. Cool thing that in modern edition 40K you don't have to ask a permission from your opponent to use them, anymore. Only the unique Custodes stuff requires permission from your opponent - but they are OP. In 30K as well. :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 05, 2018, 12:43:42 AM
Bah! 110 km winds! Blew a damn tree over, ripped off my hydro cable  and removed a chunk of soffit!!
Hydro lines are still intact but lying on the ground and I called hydro - 3 questions - is this the account associated with the call - yes- is it life or death - no - is there visable damage to equipment - yes - thanks for calling in their cheeriest voice. Click.
Now, I’ve seen disaster in my time but what really concerns me is my painting hole is dark as a dungeon and I won’t be able to paint my shields the cool orange and white a and blue. Priorities! We all need priorities. ... maybe paint by candle light or a led light ?

Grr, hssss , boo!

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2018/05/img_2034.jpg)
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Post by: Rowsdower on May 08, 2018, 05:08:18 AM
^ Artobans ghost
I know how you feel. Last year when I bought my house, I was told it would take a few weeks to sort out the utilities. I was told in the mean time to try and 'not get sick' until the phone lines could be sorted out.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Novogord on May 08, 2018, 05:39:06 AM
^ Artobans ghost
I know how you feel. Last year when I bought my house, I was told it would take a few weeks to sort out the utilities. I was told in the mean time to try and 'not get sick' until the phone lines could be sorted out.
Don't you guys have satellite phones? :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 08, 2018, 11:58:17 AM
^ Artobans ghost
I know how you feel. Last year when I bought my house, I was told it would take a few weeks to sort out the utilities. I was told in the mean time to try and 'not get sick' until the phone lines could be sorted out.
Don't you guys have satellite phones? :Ohmy:

Have phone but need to charge it in the car. May have hydro back today. No wifi at all. No cooking, cleaning, washing!
Anyway could be a whole lot worse. Like the guy who tried to move a wire in a similar situation and paid with his life. 
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on May 08, 2018, 01:20:49 PM
I'm just glad that this three hasn't landed on anyone! :Ohmy:

Take care Artoban!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on May 08, 2018, 05:30:04 PM
A couple of years ago I was up north working as a naturalist at some hunt camp. A nasty storm knocked out all power and flooded the roads. We were out of contact with the wider world for the better part of a month before the water level dropped enough.

Now in fairness we had intended to be there that long so we weren't exactly suffering. Although it's weird having no power and no idea what's happening in the outside world for a month. We half expected to drive into the city and find nothing but zombies.

Glad to see your focusing on the real important stuff, like painting.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 08, 2018, 05:54:44 PM
Thank you all! Hopefully power later today. The mess is still there but at least the mast is back in place awaiting the power cords. I have to admit, my enthusiasm ran out a bit by last night but I was still thinking painting 😸
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Post by: Ursa Doom on May 11, 2018, 08:51:35 PM
Deciding to write an essay on free will might have been a mistake.
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Post by: Rowsdower on May 12, 2018, 04:20:53 AM
^ What's the quote from the Monty Python philosophers soccer skit? I cant remember which of the German philosophers it was who started arguing with the referee, over having no free will and the referee, Confucius said "Name go in book"
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Post by: Padre on May 12, 2018, 07:41:54 AM
Deciding to write an essay on free will might have been a mistake.

You could have chosen not to, you know.  :-) You'll understand better once you've studied for the essay.  :wink:
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on May 12, 2018, 10:49:14 PM
I watched the EuroVision Song contest... WHY!  :?
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Post by: Padre on May 13, 2018, 12:20:51 AM
You are a glass half empty kind of guy, aren't you? If you were a glass half full sort of person you would have posted that comment in the happy and random thoughts thread.
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on May 13, 2018, 08:15:24 AM
You are a glass half empty kind of guy, aren't you? If you were a glass half full sort of person you would have posted that comment in the happy and random thoughts thread.

Well I started as a glass half full when I started watching hoping that it would be something good..
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Post by: Ursa Doom on May 13, 2018, 12:05:05 PM
Deciding to write an essay on free will might have been a mistake.

You could have chosen not to, you know.  :-) You'll understand better once you've studied for the essay.  :wink:
I think that I have a generally decent grasp of the framework. I will use the Christian reformation views of the free will as a bulk of the essay. It helps having the Renaissance Catholics, Protestants and Calvinists having pretty distinct stances on the subject.
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Post by: Rowsdower on May 13, 2018, 12:15:49 PM
20 years ago, I used to play the Rifts R.P.G with a small group of friends. Over the years, we separated, lost contact and I all but forgot about the game [all I could remember was the necron-esque skeleton robots and the faction called 'the coalition'] I recently rediscovered the game and its communities. Trying to track down the source books we used has been a bit of a doozy.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on May 25, 2018, 12:37:31 PM
Yeah, sometimes the nostalgia can kick you in the balls... :unsure:

Today's football match made me realize just how out of shape I am. :icon_frown:
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Post by: Gankom on May 25, 2018, 03:36:57 PM
Sadly the youtuber TotalBiscuit passed away yesterday. 33 years old, dyed of Cancer. He was probably one of the biggest youtubers I watched. He could be incredibly abrasive at time, but really made youtubers a bit more professional and less screamy kiddy.
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Post by: Rowsdower on May 26, 2018, 10:47:03 AM
Is this the right place to put this. Is it ok? I have told all my other net communities.

On the evening of the 24th when I came home from work I was savagely attacked by my own brother in an unprovoked assault. I have a fractured skull, damaged optic nerves and will require reconstructive surgery. There is a chance I could loose vision in my left eye entirely. I cant work until I recover. My living room is a mess from where he threw me around [namely the far wall where he nearly hurled me through it], I'm scared to leave the house by my own and I need assistance in crossing the street like an old age pensioner.
I used to look like my namesake [with far less flab and shorter hair] but now I look more like a cyclops
I am become Yarrick, accidental destroyer of fibro walls   
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Post by: Padre on May 26, 2018, 11:00:21 AM
Bloody hell, that's horrible! What a truly terrible thing to happen, on all levels: the injuries, the shock, the stress, the fear, the fact it was your own brother.

I wish I could offer advice, but all I can say is work it through and you'll come out the other side somehow. And yes, you can post here. People should always feel like they can share their fears and worries. Doing so itself is part of what will make things better.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 26, 2018, 11:13:49 AM
Sorry to hear this rowsdower. As Padre said above. You’ve probably already done this but even if it’s your brother, this should be a police matter for your own safety as it has impacted all of your life. Terrible stuff.
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Post by: Gankom on May 26, 2018, 01:44:39 PM
Wow that's terrible. I hope the cops got involved and dealt with your brother at least. That's a pretty hard core hurting. I wish I could do more then offer my sympathy.

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Post by: Rowsdower on May 27, 2018, 06:14:03 AM
Thanks for the support, guys. Yes I called the police and the overweight thug has been charged to the full extent. What's worse about the entire scenario is that after roughing me up, he headed straight to our 84 year old grandma's with the intention of doing her in, fortunately one of my uncles was there and he fled as soon as he saw my uncle.
As he threatened to kill everyone in the family and roughed me up, we've all spoken to the police and he's being prosecuted and will likely receive a jail term. He's also been disowned and disconnected. I happen to have a friend who is a prison guard and yes; the rumours you hear about prison ARE TRUE.

For what its worth; my face has recovered a bit and my eye doesn't hurt as much. If I cant keep my job at the hotel then maybe I can find a job as an opera phantom or the next Bond villain?

The funny part about all this is uncle Roscoe; he has all the grace, manners and decorum of a river troll. If he hadn't gone to grandma's to ask her for beer money she'd be dead. Props to Roscoe for his accidental heroism
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 27, 2018, 12:59:35 PM
I am glad you can keep a sense of humour in this. I think ol roscoe has secured a permanent source for beer money if you ask me. That’s a lifetime supply in my books. The absolute worst in this is your damaged eye. Everything else can heal but this is truly a loss. I hope it will get better thru time. I lost my site in my right eye for a couple of weeks in a chemical burn and that was very scary. Luckily only the top protective layers were burned off and it came back fully but it was like somebody gently rubbing my eye with 80 grit sandpaper for awhile. Cheers Rowsdower and here’s to your recovery.
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Post by: Rowsdower on May 27, 2018, 02:11:35 PM
I was able to partially open my left eye today. Vision is still off in it but that's still a plus. I have an appointment with an optometrist tomorrow. I also spoke to uncles Garry and Roscoe [not real names, I'm using aliases for them to protect them]. Garry is an air force judge [the real life JAG] Garry cant have anything to do with the case as its a conflict of interest but he says my former brothers outlook is increasingly worse with every day.
As for Roscoe; he might dress like a drunken Stirland militia man, speak like a river troll and smell like a Bretonian peasants underpants but we've been singing his praises all weekend.
I spoke to grandma too; she said she was 'dusting off the sawn off'....my 84 year old grandma is packing heat. I didn't know she had a gun. I'd never guess in a million years she had a sawn off shotgun at that. Now I'm imagining her cradling it on her lap as she nits and watches the daytime soaps in a rocking chair. 
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Post by: Aldaris on May 28, 2018, 05:16:05 PM
TotalBiscuit is dead.

That fucking sucks.
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Post by: MrDWhitey on May 28, 2018, 07:10:57 PM
It really does. He did a great deal for gaming.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 28, 2018, 09:35:59 PM
It really does. He did a great deal for gaming.

This re emergence of MrDWhitey should be in the happy random thread!! Welcome back!!
Still have to google TotalBiscuit but that’s life.
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Post by: wissenlander on May 29, 2018, 10:56:09 AM
Wow, Rowsdower.  All the best.

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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 30, 2018, 12:26:00 AM
My 2 and a half month old daughter will need surgery. Not looking forward to it. 1/2 of her left kidney isn't working the way its suppose to.  The doctor will let us know later this week if they should remove it or go in and tie it off so it dies and is reabsorbed into the body.

TotalBiscuit is dead.

That fucking sucks.

He was a great man in a modern age full of mediocrity.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 30, 2018, 01:16:36 AM
I have to say I never really understood fear until my son was born. My heart goes out to you and your family as this is way to much for you to have to be dealing with at this point. Good luck with the surgery.
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on May 30, 2018, 07:09:47 AM
Jesus Christ, Feanor! I can understand your worries. I really hope everything will go well and that she makes a full recovery.
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Post by: Konrad von Richtmark on May 30, 2018, 08:17:00 AM
I know, right?

I understand rationally what a low probability 1 in 200 is. Still, it felt like way more when we found out that our then-unborn firstborn had that probability of having a chromosomal abnormality. Ended up pissing away over a thousand Euros on finding out just to be sure.
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Post by: Finlay on May 30, 2018, 01:17:30 PM
that sucks feanor, good luck.
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Post by: GamesPoet on June 01, 2018, 02:24:36 AM
Ugh, can stand hearing stuff like that, and hope it all goes well Feanor. :::cheers:::

- - - - - -

So ... another relationship got sucked up in the big void where such things go.  I've conducted myself in this situation in a way that is better than ever before, yet it just goes to show, a person can do all the right things to shield one's self from another person's stress while providing support, yet some folks can't help attempting to get caught up in their emotional drama.  Thank goodness I discovered this was the path being taken now and not later.  Saved myself a lot of hassle further down the line.

I was prepared to wait until the time in about a month and a half when most of her stressors might possibly be less, and see if things had improved then.  However, there was this constant pull of negativity, particularly about not allowing her to stay at my place until she could get into her new place.  And when there was this constant flow of conscious lines of crud given to me over why she was leaving, and other accusations, blame, and statements of disrespect and irrationality, I felt relieved when it came to an end.  God bless her, keep her safe, and keep her far away from me.

In the last 4 plus years I've dated 8 different ladies.  4 in 2014, a fouling out with foul balls.  Took a year off in 2015, painted a ton.  From 2016 to 2017 saw 3, all longer in length than 2014, and none could get out of their own way.  First part of this year there was so much positiveness, and then it did a freaky 180 degree turn into too much negativity and increased stress from poor time management and emotional self turmoil.  She did me a favor, although thinking it would help solve her time issues when none of the stressors will completely disappear moving forward.  She's all mixed up, stressed, and making some unhealthy choices.

As for me, going to keep the positive flow of personal and professional projects moving forward, find a new lady while keeping relationships with friends and family flowing, and continue to move my life forward.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 01, 2018, 03:26:54 AM
Sounds like you saw the red flags when they were waving. Negativity can be like a disease and all consuming. Keep up the positive things.
After living in the same house for 28 years, unless something miraculous happens, I have to let it go. Thru bad decisions  of my own and the crazy ups and downs of contracting, I just can’t take the toll this is costing me. Have a few plans on the go but all of them a tough fight ahead. I utterly loved this place and hoped to be dragged out of it in a pine box but it’s not to be.
Time to find a fresh start. The neighbor hood grew up around this place (190 years old) and I’m surrounded by very big luxury homes and estate lots but I don’t have the resources to turn this into the place it should be. Time to go.
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 01, 2018, 07:27:15 AM
Bruce J Mitchell died. Who's that you ask. He was a Canadian actor, best known for his role in a small, student piece called Final Sacrifice.

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Post by: GamesPoet on June 02, 2018, 11:06:30 AM
It's such a small world.  Seems the lady might have had more time for a relationship than she was letting on.  Of course, maybe not so much a real relationship, but instead use and abuse, and thankfully I didn't get caught up too much in her emotional turmoil.

A bit painful to learn and feeling empathetic for the miserableness she must be going through.  Yet she's not going to find the true peace and joy that is possible from sucking up to some sap that is going to help her bridge the gap in not having a place to stay for a bit.  Let's be real ... where was her family on this situation, after only 2 months of seeing her she was asking to stay at my place for the gap.  I wouldn't fix it/rescue her, and couldn't fix the real issues if I tried.

Not surprising with all the crud I was experiencing towards the end.  Think I said she was stressed, mixed up, and making unhealthy choices in that last post ... let me see ...
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Post by: GamesPoet on June 02, 2018, 11:07:40 AM
Yep. :::cheers:::
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Post by: Gankom on June 02, 2018, 10:34:48 PM
Sometimes you just have to see the red flags that make you uncomfortable and walk away.
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Post by: GamesPoet on June 05, 2018, 12:48:31 PM
Rec'd news that the lady I was seeing is moving to St. Louis, a stunning development.
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Post by: Gankom on June 05, 2018, 02:57:22 PM
It's like a roller-coaster GP. What will happen next!?
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Post by: GamesPoet on June 05, 2018, 08:50:30 PM
At the moment, I'm not convinced it'll happen yet.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 06, 2018, 11:52:50 AM
Sad to hear that GP. Hope you're taking it ok-ish. If you need to talk to someone, feel free to call me anytime.
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 06, 2018, 01:49:51 PM
Seeing a picture of Petra in a dwarf thread made me want to tell a bad joke about how I once dated a girl named Petra and how she'd chosen poorly :blush:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 10, 2018, 11:19:02 PM
May have to sell off my sisters of battle army. Took me years to accumulate everything but every now and then shit happens. Have over a $1000 worth of stuff if I were to buy it off the GW store again. Had real trouble pinning down a paint scheme but I wasnt  really worried. Hopefully this storm blows over.

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_2354.jpg)
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 11, 2018, 02:36:49 AM
I feel so sorry for Sisters players. For the better part of twenty years they got the short end of the stick. They got a half assed update in 2003 with a few new models but mostly went unaltered. I pieced together a large SOB force in 2012 [bought most of the models from a friend] and although i'm quite happy with how the force looks and is set up; I cant get them to ever win no matter how hard I try.
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Post by: Gankom on June 11, 2018, 02:44:58 AM
Hey sorry to hear it Artoban. Hope things get better soon.  I know what storms like that be like.
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Post by: Midaski on June 11, 2018, 07:44:24 AM
Sisters do seem to still sell well on Ebay - and for some reason at above GW prices; I think a lot of buyers don't realise most of them are still available.
Some of the Superiors are OOP and the old combi weapon cannoness too.

However with the announcement of the plastic sisters coming next year I would have thought it was finally the time when they will get a bit of a boost and a new book.

So if you need the cash then probably sell now, but I bet you will feel pissed next year  :engel:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 12, 2018, 02:17:44 AM
Sisters deal fell through although I’m not to unhappy about it. Really could use the cash but it just wasn’t worth it. I really liked were the army was going. One of my gaming buddies and he would have done them justice only they all go or none of them.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 12, 2018, 10:56:52 AM
I'm going to sound like an asshole but I'm actually glad that they've neglected SoB's for so long and I'm very unhappy about the fact that they will release new models next year. For me the Sororitas are the worst part of 40K and easily one of the most boring, lazily made factions in the whole setting.

Also their models look hideous.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 12, 2018, 11:36:48 AM
Ha!
So that would mean I need to pay you for this lot 😸
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on June 12, 2018, 11:39:39 AM
I guess You could melt the models and make some nice, lead sculptures for your outstanding terrain project! :-P
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 24, 2018, 12:11:24 PM
Elections in Turkey. For the Turks, it is better that Erdogan loses; for the EU, it is better that he wins.
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on June 24, 2018, 01:15:45 PM
Elections in Turkey. For the Turks, it is better that Erdogan loses; for the EU, it is better that he wins.

First I agree, how do you reckon the second one?
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 24, 2018, 09:16:41 PM
If the opposition would have won (apparently they did not), there would have been a renewed call to make Turkey as quickly as possible a meber of the EU "to prevent a re-occurence of someone like Erdogan" and "show the Muslim world that the EU is not just a Christian club."  If Turkey ever becomes a member of the EU, the EU is dead.
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on June 25, 2018, 07:12:23 AM
If the opposition would have won (apparently they did not), there would have been a renewed call to make Turkey as quickly as possible a meber of the EU "to prevent a re-occurence of someone like Erdogan" and "show the Muslim world that the EU is not just a Christian club."  If Turkey ever becomes a member of the EU, the EU is dead.

Thought you meant that! Then I have to agree in most part. But even if the opposition would have won then Turkey is a long way off to even gain a serious attempt at joining.
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on June 25, 2018, 05:04:10 PM
Here I was, going to get married, have a new cheaper apartment, closer to my job. You know, things start to look better.

Then the former housing company tells me I will have to pay about 30000 Swedish crowns, that is like 3000 Euros, because our cat had ped indoors when distressed by having kids and so on and we had not managed to find all spots in time.
So they must take up floors and do some work on some walls aswell. And my insurance do not cover it.

WERE. THE. FUCK!? Will I get that much money. I am getting into a position were I can really start to save up some money but I had not gotten the time yet!

Why life? Why? My bank do not want to lend me even a smaller loan. I must look elsewhere if possible,

My life sucks balls right now  :icon_cry:
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on June 25, 2018, 05:10:43 PM
I mean, bye, bye wedding weekend! Bye, bye warhammer collection! Bye, bye re-enactment stuff... I wish I could had done things differently, could have chased around and sniffed out after the cat better.

I just hope life was getting back on track. Hard to be happy about a wedding when you fear to end up in in personal bankrupcy
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Post by: Aldaris on June 25, 2018, 05:28:55 PM
If you have better times ahead financially, see if you can arrange a payment plan with the housing company. They should be used to the fact that many renters can't cough up an amount like that just out of pocket.
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Post by: BAWTRM on June 25, 2018, 06:44:53 PM
If you have better times ahead financially, see if you can arrange a payment plan with the housing company. They should be used to the fact that many renters can't cough up an amount like that just out of pocket.

This. My wife works with debtors on a daily basis, payment plans are the common (and preferred) option after payment in whole.
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Post by: BAWTRM on June 25, 2018, 06:46:26 PM
On my night off I decided to try and assemble a Dragon 1/35th panzerspah wagon [I think that's its name, its an 8 wheeled armoured car with a 20mm cannon]. I nearly finished the bloody thing but it was so damn parts heavy and fiddly I put it aside. Give me the old Tamiya kits any day over the overly complicated Dragon ones.

And what is your opinion on Italeri kits?
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 25, 2018, 11:40:54 PM
If you have better times ahead financially, see if you can arrange a payment plan with the housing company. They should be used to the fact that many renters can't cough up an amount like that just out of pocket.

This. My wife works with debtors on a daily basis, payment plans are the common (and preferred) option after payment in whole.

Yep👆 Find the lowest amount you can handle and tell them that’s how it’s going to be. 10 months @ 300 or 20 @150. They are used to breaking everything down to monthly instalments.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on July 09, 2018, 01:53:13 PM
I'm trying, along with a few others, to explain the WH40K universe to a very dismissive person on another forum but I think they are too high on their own drama to try and get it. Its very frustrating.
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Post by: Gankom on July 09, 2018, 07:05:24 PM
Exterminatus the whole conversation.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on July 09, 2018, 07:46:05 PM
Exterminatus the whole conversation.

Compliance 👆
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 10, 2018, 12:18:09 PM
I'm trying, along with a few others, to explain the WH40K universe to a very dismissive person on another forum but I think they are too high on their own drama to try and get it. Its very frustrating.

Ignore them. It's not worth it.
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Post by: Rowsdower on July 24, 2018, 02:27:57 PM
Whilst putting together the army list for my now massive undead army, I realised I've been making an idiot of myself for years. It seems for the past 18 or 19 years, I've been calling Manfred Von Carstein 'Vlad von Carstein' I feel like such an idiot. I have no idea where I got 'Vlad' from. Granted, I seldom looked at my Vampire counts rule book [the one from 2001] but I'm sure I must have seen his name several times over the years in white dwarf articles and other books yet I continued to call him 'Vlad'
On top of that, he's bloody:biggriin: expensive points wise to use
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Post by: Aldaris on July 24, 2018, 02:48:48 PM
There is a Vlad von Carstein. Much older than Manfred though. He's the founder of the von Carstein bloodline IIRC.
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Post by: GamesPoet on July 24, 2018, 03:23:55 PM
It's like a roller-coaster GP. What will happen next!?
:icon_lol:  Well around middle of July, I sensed my kindness was being treated as weakness, and being confused for niceness and lacking strength.  Communications had continued on and off, but there was a lack of respect being shown, and although it was coming from a place of stress, confusion,  uncertainty, etc., biting the hand that helps feed you (in this case I had actually provided for food when the situation seemed to call for it) has caused me to change my tact a bit.  I've been direct, held my ground, stayed kind, yet held her accountable, and it has produced silence.  Acceptably so.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on July 25, 2018, 12:31:49 PM
You did the right thing GP. Wish that I had your strength, when I've found myself in a similar situation.
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Post by: GamesPoet on July 25, 2018, 02:58:08 PM
Yep, a continuation of not allowing myself to get caught up in her issues. :::cheers:::
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on July 25, 2018, 03:23:01 PM
Whilst putting together the army list for my now massive undead army, I realised I've been making an idiot of myself for years. It seems for the past 18 or 19 years, I've been calling Manfred Von Carstein 'Vlad von Carstein' I feel like such an idiot. I have no idea where I got 'Vlad' from. Granted, I seldom looked at my Vampire counts rule book [the one from 2001] but I'm sure I must have seen his name several times over the years in white dwarf articles and other books yet I continued to call him 'Vlad'
On top of that, he's bloody:biggriin: expensive points wise to use

Are you talking about the model?  As Aldaris indicated, Vlad von Carstein, "the first and greatest of the Vampire Counts of Sylvania," is a special character with its own rules in 7th & 8th edition. However, he was not available in the 6th editon AB.
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Post by: Gankom on July 25, 2018, 04:26:25 PM
Vlad was always one of my favorite characters, and I loved his various models. Even the later super vamp looking one.

Also I'm with Xath. Good job knowing your limits and standing up for yourself GP. There's no point burning yourself out.
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Post by: GamesPoet on July 26, 2018, 05:24:36 AM
It's like a roller-coaster GP. What will happen next!?
:icon_lol:  Well around middle of July, I sensed my kindness was being treated as weakness, and being confused for niceness and lacking strength.  Communications had continued on and off, but there was a lack of respect being shown, and although it was coming from a place of stress, confusion,  uncertainty, etc., biting the hand that helps feed you (in this case I had actually provided for food when the situation seemed to call for it) has caused me to change my tact a bit.  I've been direct, held my ground, stayed kind, yet held her accountable, and it has produced silence.  Acceptably so.
You did the right thing GP. Wish that I had your strength, when I've found myself in a similar situation.
Yep, a continuation of not allowing myself to get caught up in her issues. :::cheers:::
One of the interesting things is that I've continued to come through on my words, even though she's opted to be less than genuine and not come thru on her's either.  The irony is I had even mentioned after her inappropriate email back in June regarding giving up on the relationship, that I had been planning to give things till the middle of July, and as it turned out, I still did.  Although not under the circumstances I had imagined initially.  :icon_lol:  But she has continued in her stress and unfortunate ways, and when she gave me an opening for potential silence, I need to come through on that now as well.  Not easy, it is very tempting to call a spade a spade here again, yet it won't quickly alter the situation nor possibly ever.  There is something to be said for silence as a form of communication and even love, whether or not there's ever any communication again.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 01, 2018, 01:41:23 PM
I had a terrible experience last night.  I was in a dream where I was JCVD and I was sneaking around in a hospital/apartment building after some thugs torched all my stuff.  I was climbing a ladder in the fire escape of the hospital when the ladder broke and I grabbed the ledge and pulled myself to it.  I knew in the dream that by touching the cement wall with my chest it would be cold and braced for it.  I then woke up, needing to go to the bathroom.  Getting out of bed, going to and using the bathroom, and returning to bed; I was shivering uncontrollably as if I was nude and it was 20 degrees Fahrenheit. In reality it was 72.  I think it was a psychosomatic response form the dream knowing I would be cold. I did not feel cold to the touch nor did I feel cold generally but I just could not stop shivering like I was. I got back into bed and wrapped myself in warm blankets and I was still shivering continuously.  I woke up my wife and told her I can't stop shivering me and asked her to hold me to get me warm.  After awhile the shivering slowed down and went away and I fell back asleep.
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Post by: GamesPoet on August 01, 2018, 03:00:08 PM
Doesn't sound fun.
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Post by: Rowsdower on August 02, 2018, 05:50:24 AM
[slaps forehead]
Turns out the vampire count I have IS Vlad Von Carstein. I might be confusing Magnus the pious with Magnus the red in the future
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 03, 2018, 01:26:12 PM
Doesn't sound fun.

Not really, except for the part about being JCVD. Who wouldn't want that?
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on August 03, 2018, 01:30:51 PM
So looks like those shivers were heralding a viral infection.  Been knocked on my ass for a couple of days.  Nearly passed out on Wednesday at 9:30pm so I just went to bed. Slept most of the day yesterday and I am working from home today but I still feel like shit.  AT least I don't have a fever anymore.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on August 03, 2018, 01:34:42 PM
Have you visited a doctor? Sounds kinda nasty!
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Post by: Rowsdower on August 07, 2018, 05:40:40 AM
I was willing to part with my old Millennium Falcon and ATTE but both of those vehicles were so damn big Australia post doesn't make a box or parcel bag big enough to package them in
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Post by: GamesPoet on August 07, 2018, 11:04:51 AM
Have you visited a doctor? Sounds kinda nasty!
I second that!

How ya doing today Feanor?
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 13, 2018, 02:22:13 AM
Was just laid low with mono for the past 2 and a half weeks. Sucked.
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Post by: Realjuan on September 17, 2018, 04:04:49 PM
I admit and I suppose its no surprise for any of you, but I am pretty stupid.

I was being charge since November 2017 and extra 25-30 euros per month by Vodafone, and I just found out.
First 2 calls, the guys would say its something you bought/used with your cellphone and its a third party. They could not give me the name of the third party, but they would give me back the last month and block those charges.

It was a total of $230 euros so I kept insisting and finally one girl called me back to tell me it was a mistake on the system and she apologized.

Sadly, I am not able to get my $230 euros back but I can only get it as credit into my account. I suppose this is the best I can get.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on September 18, 2018, 10:48:18 AM
well, at least your phone is paid for for a while...

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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 18, 2018, 12:24:54 PM
Sounds phoney to me.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on September 19, 2018, 10:11:26 AM
Better that than nothing. Still, this is some bullshit on their part.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 20, 2018, 03:27:49 PM
My 6 month old daughter is having surgery a week from now. I'm starting to feel anxiety about it all. She's oblivious but her mother and I are just worrying ourselves.  Its really sinking in at work right now and I'm trying to keep it together and focused.

I know she'll be fine but its just scary.  Especially the recovery since she'll have a catheter in for 5 days after the surgery.  She's so small and loves to squirm and flip over and try to crawl.  How is she going to do that with stitches, bandages and a catheter?  How do you prevent her from hurting herself? I wish I could take the whole following week of from work but after having mono earlier this month I doubt my company would be okay with that. I am taking the day of the surgery and the following day off but I just want to be there for her while she recovers.
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Post by: Rowsdower on September 21, 2018, 01:13:11 AM
My 6 month old daughter is having surgery a week from now. I'm starting to feel anxiety about it all. She's oblivious but her mother and I are just worrying ourselves.  Its really sinking in at work right now and I'm trying to keep it together and focused.

I know she'll be fine but its just scary.  Especially the recovery since she'll have a catheter in for 5 days after the surgery.  She's so small and loves to squirm and flip over and try to crawl.  How is she going to do that with stitches, bandages and a catheter?  How do you prevent her from hurting herself? I wish I could take the whole following week of from work but after having mono earlier this month I doubt my company would be okay with that. I am taking the day of the surgery and the following day off but I just want to be there for her while she recovers.

I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope it all goes well
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 06, 2018, 02:07:34 AM
Baby's surgery went "by the book" according to the doctor and a 5 day catheter was not required. Sleep has been non existent for about 7-8 days since we had to alternate between infant Tylenol and infant Motrin every 3 hours to manage her pain. A couple of days ago we finally got her to bed around her usual time per-surgery and she's sleeping through the night again. The catheter incision for anesthesia has closed up and no longer requires gauze. Her surgical incision's skin glue has mostly flaked off and the padding we've put over it got dirty so now we are going padding free.  It honestly moved around so much under her clothes and in the mesh that it was never really covering the surgical incision so I don't think my daughter will miss it.  The catheter incision is about the size of a small scratch, the surgical incision is about 5 inches long and with the skin glue almost flaked completely off it looks like a deep red line around her left side.  Its ghastly to look out and feels like a stab to the heart when I look upon it but I just love her so much and I am glad she's not feeling pain. I cannot wait until she completely heals.  Its not helping her recovery that she is on the verge of having a tooth erupt and caught a small cold (probably from the hospital as my wife has it too) and her coughs are alarming.  I'm so proud of her.  She's a tough cookie.
 :::cheers:::
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Post by: Gankom on October 06, 2018, 03:14:12 AM
REALLY glad to hear she's doing okay Feanor! Hang in there!
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 06, 2018, 03:46:17 AM
I hope she recovers
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Post by: BAWTRM on October 07, 2018, 06:35:22 PM
The smaller the child the worse these kind of things are. I hope she'll continue recovering with ease.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 12, 2018, 02:27:32 AM
Hope all goes well Feanar. When dealing with those kind of things, it makes me not want complain about what I think troubles are.
I will have to give up the home I’ve had for 28 years. I’ve got my parents ( whom I’ve been taking care of for a very long time) heading for the old age home. My mom has short term memory problems and my father is just a grizzled old prick but he’s family. Made a deal I can’t refuse for the house but where we are going is a far cry from where we are and it all has to happen for the 1st of November. I think I’ll have to pack up the hobby stuff for another year or so.  The place we are looking at just doesn’t have a hobby appeal so I may just dump everything and call it quits. Most of our stuff is heading for the dump or donated. Too bad, I will have to let a lot of family stuff go. In one way, it sucks but in another way it is liberating. No more will I have sentimental attachments to bog me down. Time to start new again and see where we land.
I’ll just dedicate the next year to working every hour I can. The good part is I can still do this and there is always the forum to keep in touch with the hobby.
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Post by: Finlay on October 12, 2018, 11:53:39 AM
hope the kids ok Feanor!
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Post by: Padre on October 12, 2018, 12:01:31 PM
How is she doing now, 6 days later? Hope there's good improvement. Kids are usually very good at healing.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on October 17, 2018, 12:46:28 PM
Keeping my fingers crossed Feanor.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 17, 2018, 01:16:57 PM
She's doing very well. We are weening her off the pain meds and she is back to her old self. She is being a bit of a brat but I think its because Grandma and Grandpa have been staying with us for the past couple of weeks. The incisions looks similar to if you scrapped your knee badly so its been much improved. I am hoping she'll return to daycare by late next week or the week after but we'll see.
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Post by: Xathrodox86 on October 17, 2018, 01:19:41 PM
That's great to here! :smile2:
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Post by: Gankom on October 17, 2018, 06:38:18 PM
Huzzah for baby Fire Heart!
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 18, 2018, 04:51:19 AM
On a lighter note
Someone broke into the store room at my workplace and stole two 11 litre tubs of dishwashing liquid. JUST WHO needs 22 litres of dish washing liquid?
JUST WHO does that sort of thing? It left my workmates and I all scratching our heads. Is there a black market dishwashing liquid racket in town?
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Post by: Gankom on October 18, 2018, 04:09:36 PM
I've actually heard about this before . Apparently dish washing liquid and soap are REALLY popular to steal or shop lift. Its the kind of thing that's really good to sell because it can move quickly, anyone and everyone can/will buy it, and there's no real identification of any kind. Pour it into an old bottle and sell it for retail prices and boom! Real easy money with no hassle about dealing with stolen cloths or jewelry or anything.

The resort I use to work at use to have a huge problem with it. The closest corner store that sold laundry soap was 2 hours away, and the resort jacked the price of what they sold up a ton. So locals would shop up with little bottles of laundry detergent and sell it out of the back of the car. Guests would buy mountains of it. and of course all of it was stolen from the nearby wallmart or something.
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Post by: Midaski on October 18, 2018, 05:57:09 PM
Sounds like the thief might 'clean up' ……… ………. ……….. …..  :engel:
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Post by: Gankom on October 19, 2018, 01:55:14 AM
Boooo!

Bring back the inquisition and purge the punsters!   ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic::
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 20, 2018, 02:00:34 PM
Now I have this image in my head of some punks, snorting dishwashing liquid.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 21, 2018, 12:21:19 PM
Not sure if this is in the wrong thread because it ends with starting with a whole new start. The unhappy part is almost everything I’ve thought I was working towards has/ is ending. It’s extremely liberating in one sense to have very little to be attached too as 28 years of life, family and all associated stuff disappears. I really don’t think I have the heart to continue the hobby anymore. I’m going to pack all the crap up again and contemplate selling it all. The house we're going to has a 5x11 room that I’m pretty sure I can finish to an every square inch used to the max and maybe I will but I’m going to reduce everything to storage boxes and think pretty hard about it. None of my old pre Warhammer gaming stuff seems to make sense anymore so it’s heading for the dump. All my fathers train stuff and modelling stuff (where I got the bug from) has been taken apart and dismantled to be sold off or trashed. We all have to go thru it eventually so it’s all good. I just find I want nothing to remind me of the life here  which was hard but healthy and will start fresh in November.
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 21, 2018, 06:47:23 PM
Good to learn Feanor's daughter is moving forward with progress! :icon_cool: :eusa_clap: :::cheers:::
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Post by: Gankom on October 21, 2018, 08:54:39 PM
Sounds like a pretty massive change Artoban. I'm sorry to hear such great stuff is going, but sometimes a fresh start in life really is what is needed.
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 21, 2018, 09:27:33 PM
Not sure if this is in the wrong thread because it ends with starting with a whole new start. The unhappy part is almost everything I’ve thought I was working towards has/ is ending. It’s extremely liberating in one sense to have very little to be attached too as 28 years of life, family and all associated stuff disappears. I really don’t think I have the heart to continue the hobby anymore. I’m going to pack all the crap up again and contemplate selling it all. The house we're going to has a 5x11 room that I’m pretty sure I can finish to an every square inch used to the max and maybe I will but I’m going to reduce everything to storage boxes and think pretty hard about it. None of my old pre Warhammer gaming stuff seems to make sense anymore so it’s heading for the dump. All my fathers train stuff and modelling stuff (where I got the bug from) has been taken apart and dismantled to be sold off or trashed. We all have to go thru it eventually so it’s all good. I just find I want nothing to remind me of the life here  which was hard but healthy and will start fresh in November.
Artoban ... don't give up entirely on the hobby.  Take life one day at a time, which I know is a bit cliche, but it works.  If you put your hobby to one side for a bit, you'll have to come back to after the current moments are moved through.  Life is too short for throwing out the best parts.  Hang in there, and go slow, don't do anything out of anger with your current situation.  Do what the current situation requires in moving, downsizing, etc., although don't over react.  You'll be ok, and be glad your hobby things that are saved until a better time are available when you want them again.
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Post by: Gankom on October 22, 2018, 12:47:33 AM
I'm with GP. There's never anything wrong with packing things up and storing them, even for a long time if need be. I hope your doing good over there.
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Post by: Padre on October 22, 2018, 09:08:57 AM
I would store, Artobahn. Maybe weed out some stuff (if I wasnt a bit of a hoarder) but definitely store. There could be joy in returning later. If you like the hobby now, then chances are you would like it then too. It is a form of creative escapism of an utterly harmless kind.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 22, 2018, 10:48:43 AM
Sounds like a pretty massive change Artoban. I'm sorry to hear such great stuff is going, but sometimes a fresh start in life really is what is needed.

Thanks Gankom 😺 I’m thinking it’s a good time for a restart. Everything g seems to be falling into sync so it’s a good time to go with the flow. I had a good talk with my son yesterday and we sorted the only things he wanted to keep Warhammer and the soldier collection lol and some old gaming consoles. Everything else out. That made it easier and I’ll make another attempt at hobby but not for a few months.
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 22, 2018, 12:02:39 PM
You can't be getting rid of all your Orks?  Nor the Guard figures?  Nor your scenery? :icon_eek:

And I presume the Warhammer figures and soldiers include the ones used with Lion/Dragon Rampant, hopefully.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 22, 2018, 12:17:24 PM
Unfortunately some scenery including the new ‘bamboo’ roof fiasco but all army’s are coming. All my old rules books 6,7,8 are going as well as all codexes 6,7,8 fantasy/40k books as well. Have an unused dreadfleet that will find its way to eBay as well. Of my other than Warhammer book collection, all is going save ‘the forgotten soldier’ and my Steven Erickson collection. Even my tintin books and lovecraft collection.

Thanks for your advice Padre and GP, Gankom. Didn’t see the last posts for some reason. I will store my collection but the wedding will take place. I have a ‘paradise lost’ coffee table book Feanor and his love of classics might like.
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Post by: Midaski on October 23, 2018, 12:07:33 PM
Make sure you don't confuse objects/things that make you happy with the current house where you are happy.

If you are having to get used to new different 'reduced' circumstances, the comfort of hobby items that you love can be a great boost.
Of course there will be stuff in your collection that doesn't hold a special place, but don't let something go you may regret - however small the new place, there's room for a well packaged box or two.

……….. and who knows fortunes may change and in 6 months, a year or even 5 years you might be in a whole new situation where your toys can come out to play again.
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 23, 2018, 12:18:21 PM
To Midaski ... and Artoban ... :::cheers:::

Don't give up the ship hobby :icon_exclaim: :icon_mrgreen:
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 23, 2018, 12:44:30 PM
I don't think I could ever part with any of my armies. I don't get to use them much with my current work schedule but I could never part with any of them. I don't think I've used my Skaven and Necrons forces more than once since assembling them but I could never part with them as they all mean so much to me
Toys on the other hand? eBay is helping me laugh all the way to the bank
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 23, 2018, 08:34:33 PM
Thanks guys! I have to admit I was feeling pretty low and on second thoughts I will hang on to the armies.  I will purge all the old books though thinking existing square base - T9, AoS easily accessible, dragon and lion  rampart, easily workable and all the new 40k I havnt even explored. All games currently supported which I find I really need. I’ll store everything at the shop at work and see about building a new room with the little space available. A new challenge a few months away. Just 8 days to get the equivalent of 2 homes dismantled. If I still drank, the rum would be flowing😸
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 23, 2018, 10:42:16 PM
Yes!  Saving the minis and rules you're likely to use, that is a wise move. :icon_cool: :::cheers:::
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 25, 2018, 01:10:44 PM
Whilst walking my dog through a park in the low income area of town, we discovered a dead terrier in a stinking bog. The poor thing had been stabbed repeatedly.  :Ohmy:
If I didn't know any better, I'd swear the welfare dependant peasantry who inhabit the area had sacrificed the poor animal to the great unclean one. Too bad there isn't an inquisitor in the local yellow pages who can deal with that sort of heresy.
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 25, 2018, 05:39:41 PM
Dunkin Donuts changed their name to Dunkins, and stopped selling chocolate covered coffee rolls! :icon_eek: :icon_sad:
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Post by: BAWTRM on October 26, 2018, 06:18:04 PM
Dunkin Donuts changed their name to Dunkins

WHY?

Even I know the name of that chain and I'm probably a few thousand miles away from the nearest one. Seems like destruction of your own legacy to me. Next you know it they'll try to pull a 'New Coke'.
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Post by: Realjuan on October 30, 2018, 12:17:51 PM
Woke up to find my name scratch from the doorbell, and instead "AfD". Worst part I live in one of the most open minded cities in Germany.  I support the right to have your political views, but things like this show that extreme ideology is not always followed by the smartest people.

AfD = Conservative anti immigration party in Germany.
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Post by: Rowsdower on October 30, 2018, 12:33:05 PM
I just bought a Vikers tank kit [the specific version, I cannot recall of the top of my head]. Not only was it a nightmare to assemble as the instructions were misprinted and hard to follow but the plastic was cheap, warped in numerous places and I discovered tonight that I'd put the wheel bogies on the wrong way around
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 30, 2018, 02:22:34 PM
Dunkin Donuts changed their name to Dunkins
WHY?
Good question.

Quote
Even I know the name of that chain and I'm probably a few thousand miles away from the nearest one. Seems like destruction of your own legacy to me. Next you know it they'll try to pull a 'New Coke'.
They did that many years ago. They switched to no cholesterol in their donuts.  The yumminess changed over night.

There is nothing like a best tasting high octane cholesterol chocked full donut.

The idea that they're giving up on chocolate covered and maple covered coffee rolls, total crud.
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Post by: BAWTRM on October 30, 2018, 06:53:42 PM
Woke up to find my name scratch from the doorbell, and instead "AfD".

Such a cowardly punk move.

I just bought a Vikers tank kit [the specific version, I cannot recall of the top of my head]. Not only was it a nightmare to assemble as the instructions were misprinted and hard to follow but the plastic was cheap, warped in numerous places and I discovered tonight that I'd put the wheel bogies on the wrong way around

What brand was the kit from?
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on October 30, 2018, 07:20:49 PM
Quote bawtrm: Quote from: Realjuan on Today at 12:17:51 PM
Woke up to find my name scratch from the doorbell, and instead "AfD".

Such a cowardly punk move.

Extreme cowardice.
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Post by: GamesPoet on October 30, 2018, 07:58:16 PM
So ... I talked with the local location for Dunkin Donuts about the story I heard with them discontinuing butternut donuts.

They said the lady I heard that from didn't know what she was talking about.  They said that there was an issue with the way they were making them that had to be fixed before they could continue.

Good news is they are still making them. Cahcoo! :icon_biggrin:

Bad news is some lady actually told me they weren't?  Reminds me of how stories can get so twisted beyond the original meaning.
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on October 31, 2018, 08:46:36 AM
Woke up to find my name scratch from the doorbell, and instead "AfD". Worst part I live in one of the most open minded cities in Germany.  I support the right to have your political views, but things like this show that extreme ideology is not always followed by the smartest people.

AfD = Conservative anti immigration party in Germany.

Such people are so sad... I feel pity for them that they have a brain the size of a peanut..
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 01, 2018, 02:55:29 PM
Is there a term or phrase for when an artist looks upon their own art and then instantly hates it and rips it to shreds?

I am writing an overview for my novel for nation novel writing month and I feel that way right now.
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Post by: Gankom on November 01, 2018, 04:36:01 PM
I'm pretty sure that is one of the most normal responses to your own art ever. I feel that way about 100% of my painting, 98% of my writing, and generally about anything else creative I do.
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Post by: Padre on November 01, 2018, 05:09:26 PM
 I got half way through a novel several years ago but then got stuck re-re-re-writing existing bits. The story I had in my head, I just lost confidence in the writing. I read some of if recently, however, and it seemed fine. Better than fine. I think the feeling of hatred is to do with the fact that you have just been working closely with a piece.
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Post by: GamesPoet on November 01, 2018, 05:11:57 PM
Yep, stepping away for a little bit could work wonders! :::cheers:::
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Post by: Rowsdower on November 03, 2018, 01:27:08 PM
I've been trying to break into the literary business for years. I often wind up rewriting so much stuff I become sick of it. The only work I got published [in a very small quantity] was met with such negativity I retained the other existing copies
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Post by: Realjuan on November 12, 2018, 11:52:40 AM
And suddenly, Vodafone forgets that they gave me the credit and charge my account again.
I would probably need to start recording any phone calls with customer service in Germany, need to figure if its legal or not.

I admit and I suppose its no surprise for any of you, but I am pretty stupid.

I was being charge since November 2017 and extra 25-30 euros per month by Vodafone, and I just found out.
First 2 calls, the guys would say its something you bought/used with your cellphone and its a third party. They could not give me the name of the third party, but they would give me back the last month and block those charges.

It was a total of $230 euros so I kept insisting and finally one girl called me back to tell me it was a mistake on the system and she apologized.

Sadly, I am not able to get my $230 euros back but I can only get it as credit into my account. I suppose this is the best I can get.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 12, 2018, 12:49:51 PM
And suddenly, Vodafone forgets that they gave me the credit and charge my account again.
I would probably need to start recording any phone calls with customer service in Germany, need to figure if its legal or not.

I admit and I suppose its no surprise for any of you, but I am pretty stupid.

I was being charge since November 2017 and extra 25-30 euros per month by Vodafone, and I just found out.
First 2 calls, the guys would say its something you bought/used with your cellphone and its a third party. They could not give me the name of the third party, but they would give me back the last month and block those charges.

It was a total of $230 euros so I kept insisting and finally one girl called me back to tell me it was a mistake on the system and she apologized.

Sadly, I am not able to get my $230 euros back but I can only get it as credit into my account. I suppose this is the best I can get.


No written confirmation, nothing happened...

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Post by: GamesPoet on November 12, 2018, 12:53:38 PM
Once ya get the credit used up and they stop double charging ya, maybe it is time for giving a go to a competitor of theirs.  Not that it'll be better.
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Post by: Realjuan on November 12, 2018, 03:50:31 PM
Well they did send me a sms confirmation, but it seems that they cant see it in their system. I suppose next time I should ask them for a email or post confirmation.

Lessons learned, they gave me back half the money. Which lowers the amount enough that I value my time and sanity more.

@GP I already cancel my phone, and my internet with them. Sadly, they still probably the best one in quality/customer service in my city. Other communication providers have waiting time of 1+ hour on the phone or they charge you while you call them.

Edit: I want to emphasize that this was my fault. I earned it for not checking or double checking how much I was getting billed. So if the first time I had called, they told me they can only return 3 months. I would say "okay" but when they tell you, we give you all the money back, and then they dont...kinda sucks more.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on November 28, 2018, 08:54:15 PM
Saw a news story about a daycare worker who snapped because a baby wouldn't stop crying and so she smothered the baby to death. It was caught on cctv and the baby was kicking, struggling for air.  Seeing the pictures of the baby reminds me of my own daughter. My own daughter is in daycare (a different one). They've called us a few times panicking because she wouldn't stop crying (this was after she came back to daycare after her surgery) so I can't help but feel a twinge at my heart strings.  Luckily the center director yelled at the daycare people at my daughter's daycare saying she's a baby and so she will cry and to get a grip. Wish I was there to stop that woman from smothering that kid. I am sad now.
 :cry:
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 07, 2018, 02:22:17 PM
Saw a news story about a daycare worker who snapped because a baby wouldn't stop crying and so she smothered the baby to death. It was caught on cctv and the baby was kicking, struggling for air.  Seeing the pictures of the baby reminds me of my own daughter. My own daughter is in daycare (a different one). They've called us a few times panicking because she wouldn't stop crying (this was after she came back to daycare after her surgery) so I can't help but feel a twinge at my heart strings.  Luckily the center director yelled at the daycare people at my daughter's daycare saying she's a baby and so she will cry and to get a grip. Wish I was there to stop that woman from smothering that kid. I am sad now.
 :cry:
I'm so sorry to hear that. That sounds awful.

In other news. My old P.C just died. Had the old girl since 2008. There was so much stuff on it. And it was the only device I had that's compatible with my printer.
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Post by: Ursa Doom on December 27, 2018, 07:46:50 PM
I managed to sleep for 16 hours. Good thing that I'm not required to be anywhere.
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Post by: Padre on December 27, 2018, 09:36:46 PM
Now flip that number around to 61 hours and see if you can do that too.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 10, 2019, 08:16:38 PM
wow, I finally understand the song "we didnt start the fire" by Billy Joel. I always thought it was about some deep meaning commentary on the human experience. Turns out its just a list of events from 1949 - 1964.
 :unsure:
To be fair to my younger self, some of the lyrics are movies or songs released in those years that reference history before the era.
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Post by: Zak on January 11, 2019, 03:29:16 AM
wow, I finally understand the song "we didnt start the fire" by Billy Joel. I always thought it was about some deep meaning commentary on the human experience. Turns out its just a list of events from 1949 - 1964.
 :unsure:
To be fair to my younger self, some of the lyrics are movies or songs released in those years that reference history before the era.



great now I have that song caught in my head ( SO UNHAPPY)  :x
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Post by: Rowsdower on January 22, 2019, 01:04:30 PM
Not sure if this is the right place to put this or even mention it because it may seem petty.
BUT there's a man on the internet who continues to frustrate me. I've lost the point in following him as I never know whose side he's truly on. He likes to see himself as a heroic good yet he acts like a chaotic neutral. I cant remember what drew me to him in the first place, looking back on his video history, he's done nothing but cram his obnoxious opinions down the throats of others and threatened legal action against those who dare disagree with him. For a man who claims to be respectful and professional, he's very opinionated, obnoxious AND unprofessional. For a guy who hates Bill O'Reilly; he sure does act a lot like him.

When I got home from work tonight, I noticed Mr Video creator [I'm not giving his name or channel out as I don't want his army of loyal trolls harassing me] I noticed his latest video waiting on my devices and I was ready to watch it. Ten minutes later, I was disgusted at his obnoxiousness and unprofessionalness

He has made me hate just about everything I love
And here I was, ready to send him a care package from the other side of the world. That's not happening now. That stuff is going to a charity shop first thing tomorrow. 
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on January 22, 2019, 02:30:08 PM
Sorry to hear that Rowsdower. That sounds beyond frustrating and annoying. I am imagining you knocking him out à la your avatar.
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Post by: Rowsdower on January 22, 2019, 10:30:36 PM
@Feanor
I was a little tired when I watched his video and it just pushed me over the edge. I have no idea why I've followed him for so long as the guy is a grade A hypocrite.
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Post by: GamesPoet on January 23, 2019, 12:08:08 AM
Sounds like a toxic individual, best let it go, and find better things, although that is probably stating the obvious.
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Post by: Rowsdower on January 23, 2019, 12:06:14 PM
I'm hard at work on another WW2 diorama. This one is titled 'Ist kaput' and is featuring a damaged sdkfz 234. I've nearly finished it. The problem is, the 234 I'm using for it is one of those overly complicated dragon kits. Today I noticed I had forgotten half the steering arms. Oh well; the subject matter is about something that's damaged so I guess the missing steering arms are no big deal and might even add to the story.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 04, 2019, 01:23:08 PM
Kidnapped teen escapes captors and claims to be the missing boy from 2011 case.    :ph34r:

Parents were having marital problems in 2011. The dad dropped him off at school and then a few hours later the mother picked him up and took him to the zoo and water park before giving him to someone one and then committing suicide claiming that no one will ever find him and that he would be safe. Fast forward 8 years and a teen claims to have escaped from 2 men and asks for help from a woman in her car. He claims to be that missing boy. A DNA test is being done and confirmation of the tests should be known by this afternoon. The two men are still at large.

https://www.cnn.com/2019/04/04/us/missing-teen-timmothy-pitzen-investigation/index.html (https://www.cnn.com/2019/04/04/us/missing-teen-timmothy-pitzen-investigation/index.html)
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 05, 2019, 03:43:20 PM
Man. I've seen a disturbing amount of news regarding parents abusing or murdering their own children lately.  Its making me depressed and angry.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 05, 2019, 07:59:42 PM
Murdering their own children? You should know it is a woman's right...
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Post by: Padre on June 05, 2019, 10:34:07 PM
So you are suggesting abortion = murder, Fidelis.

Why do you think so?
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 05, 2019, 10:46:45 PM
Murdering their own children? You should know it is a woman's right...

I don't think inviting men over to rape and dismember their 10 year old daughter is in the same ballpark as abortion.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 05, 2019, 11:12:19 PM
Murdering their own children? You should know it is a woman's right...

I don't think inviting men over to rape and dismember their 10 year old daughter is in the same ballpark as abortion.

Unbelievable rage. Don’t even want to know. Kill all the fucking bastards involved
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Post by: Gankom on June 05, 2019, 11:23:43 PM
Maybeee most of this discussion would be better for the Back Table gents? For the good of us all?

In other Unhappy Random Thoughts, I made homemade burgers and for about the 10th time in a row I just cannot get them to stay together. They always fall apart when I try and flip them. Anyone got any good burger making suggestions?
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 06, 2019, 09:24:17 AM
Maybeee most of this discussion would be better for the Back Table gents? For the good of us all?

In other Unhappy Random Thoughts, I made homemade burgers and for about the 10th time in a row I just cannot get them to stay together. They always fall apart when I try and flip them. Anyone got any good burger making suggestions?

Good point 👆 sorry about outrage.
As for the burgers, maybe an egg in the mix for glue? We use that for fish burgers and some breadcrumbs and it’s works ok most of the time
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Post by: Gankom on June 06, 2019, 02:44:20 PM
My usual recipe is an egg, bread crumbs, Worchester sauce and some BBQ sauce or sundried tomato dressing for flavour. I'm thinking that I may need either a second egg, or just more bread crumbs.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 06, 2019, 06:55:51 PM
My usual recipe is an egg, bread crumbs, Worchester sauce and some BBQ sauce or sundried tomato dressing for flavour. I'm thinking that I may need either a second egg, or just more bread crumbs.

That thought above should head for happy and random 😺
I am officially hungry
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Post by: Sig on June 07, 2019, 12:08:11 PM
Might actually need less crap in it and more meat with a good fat content.
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Post by: Gankom on June 07, 2019, 06:56:01 PM
Meat's pretty good quality but it is pretty lean. Could be it.
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 08, 2019, 02:06:17 AM
Something made my workmates unhappy the other night. A customer sent his desert back, claiming his ice cream was too cold and wanted us to microwave it for him
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on June 08, 2019, 11:58:19 AM
Something made my workmates unhappy the other night. A customer sent his desert back, claiming his ice cream was too cold and wanted us to microwave it for him

I was renovating a Burger King about 30 years ago and it was the downtown location and a night job so the clientele was pretty unique. I was talking to a native guy who was explaining strength coming from the length of his hair. very friendly and smiling while the cast around his wrist was bleeding proficiently. Didn’t seem to mind. Meanwhile a guy at the counter was freaking out on the girl about not having exactly 7 ice cubes in his coke that he specifically ordered.
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Post by: Rowsdower on June 10, 2019, 12:27:36 AM
^
Last Saturday was pretty bad; mostly because the diners were particularly fussy. There was a table of a local transport firm who were probably the snootiest pack of bus and truck drivers I'd ever had the displeasure of meeting. On top of that; 'Mrs Allergic to everything' [as we've taken to calling her] brought her whole family in and NONE of them could eat ANYTHING on the menu.

The icing on the cake though [and this is the mother of all tortured metaphors] is that the trays in the desert freezer collapsed; smashing about fifty tarts which caused the pastry chef some annoyance.     
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 15, 2019, 11:46:32 AM
(https://i2.wp.com/www.powerlineblog.com/ed-assets/2019/06/IMG_1757.jpg?resize=450%2C600&ssl=1)
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Post by: Sig on June 16, 2019, 07:49:31 AM
Clearly fake, the Chinese don’t hide the military, they hide protest - it would be a picture of tanks only.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on June 16, 2019, 09:52:34 AM
That is just a man in the street - nothing to be seen here, no protest to hide.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on September 11, 2019, 07:52:52 PM
I think I have shitty parents.

They haven't visited since I got married in 2016. They never came to hold my daughter when she was a newborn (she's a year and a half now) nor do they plan to visit to see or hold my newest child (2 months old). Meanwhile they have visited my sister's family in Florida (parents live in Maine, I'm in Northern VA) 3-4 times in the past year and a half. My Brother moved in with my sister with his wife and daughter (they were living with my parents) and just announced they are having a boy due Feb 2nd. I have a feeling my parents will actually visit and see the baby. I have asked them to visit us before but when they do answer the phone they say its too expensive or they don't have the time. It feels really shitty that they will miss out on holding their baby granddaughters from my family. Like they just don't care. I used to look up to these people but in the last 8 years they have changed so much that they are almost strangers.  My oldest daughter has only seen my mom once via a skype call. My dad's never seen her.  Just feels shitty.
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Post by: Midaski on September 11, 2019, 08:30:01 PM
What's the old saying?
"You can choose your friends, but you are stuck with your relatives."

Or something like that.

Did they come to the wedding willingly, and get the hump about something?
How were they when you were ill with the brain thingey?

Anyway not seeing grandchildren is their loss Feanor.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on September 11, 2019, 08:46:26 PM
That sucks all round.
I think your on to something.
What Mids says as well
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on September 11, 2019, 10:07:55 PM
Except, of course, if Feanor forgot to mention that his parents are dead .....
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on November 27, 2019, 02:38:46 PM
I’ll start off by saying I don’t care about vehicles or what I drive. I usually buy 10 -12 year old clunkers, pay 2-3k for them and sell them for trash when there done. No comprehensive insurance etc. I hope for 2 years and cross my fingers.
My wife has a different opinion. Long story short, we buy a new Mitsubishi, get I listed in the pay forever program, invest in the $1200 Japanese snow tires, oil change etc for warranty, and get rewarded this morning with it failing to start.
The whole reason for this shitshow was to have a worry free, safe ride.
We go out to my 16 year old dodge caravan, dig it out of the snow bank and it starts and gets us to work. Minus the defroster, radio etc. Rear heater works though and feed it oil and it will never die.
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Post by: oak_prince on November 29, 2019, 05:39:29 PM
My wife has a different opinion. Long story short, we buy a new Mitsubishi, get I listed in the pay forever program, invest in the $1200 Japanese snow tires, oil change etc for warranty, and get rewarded this morning with it failing to start.
...
We go out to my 16 year old dodge caravan, dig it out of the snow bank and it starts and gets us to work. Minus the defroster, radio etc. Rear heater works though and feed it oil and it will never die.

Many women have a fixation with the age of a car that overrides other considerations. One of my friends is dating this 24ish year old bank teller and she's always complaining about how awful it is drive a 3 year old car(gasp!). Is a thrifty girlfriend/wife just an unrealistic hope?

I'm driving a car from the 10's for the first time and there are all these little computerized parts that make things slightly more efficient but throw the whole vehicle in a lurch when they go bad. Makes me miss my old Bonneville.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on November 29, 2019, 08:11:27 PM
My wife has a different opinion. Long story short, we buy a new Mitsubishi, get I listed in the pay forever program, invest in the $1200 Japanese snow tires, oil change etc for warranty, and get rewarded this morning with it failing to start.
...
We go out to my 16 year old dodge caravan, dig it out of the snow bank and it starts and gets us to work. Minus the defroster, radio etc. Rear heater works though and feed it oil and it will never die.

Many women have a fixation with the age of a car that overrides other considerations. One of my friends is dating this 24ish year old bank teller and she's always complaining about how awful it is drive a 3 year old car(gasp!). Is a thrifty girlfriend/wife just an unrealistic hope?

I'm driving a car from the 10's for the first time and there are all these little computerized parts that make things slightly more efficient but throw the whole vehicle in a lurch when they go bad. Makes me miss my old Bonneville.

I hear you!
If it’s old, no good. Lol
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Post by: Rowsdower on December 10, 2019, 01:09:26 PM
My 86 year old Grandmother had a stroke. Outcome is doubtful :icon_cry:
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 10, 2019, 02:20:27 PM
My 86 year old Grandmother had a stroke. Outcome is doubtful :icon_cry:
Sorry to hear that Rowsdower.  :-(
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Post by: GamesPoet on December 10, 2019, 03:04:50 PM
Those kinds of situations are never fun, and hope all goes smoothly as possible for you and family.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on December 16, 2019, 09:34:39 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/52RiePN.jpg)
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on January 25, 2020, 03:26:10 PM
The Year of the Rat has started ominously - must be one from Clan Pestilens...

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/93/78/d8/9378d892d9668ca096bff0e39f0a822a.jpg)

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Post by: Rowsdower on February 15, 2020, 10:35:40 PM
I had the ingenious idea of working on the old Airfix sdkfz 234. The thing is a nightmare of flashing, poor fitting and inaccuracy. The overly-busy and needlessly complicated Dragon kit was less trouble.
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on February 15, 2020, 10:42:09 PM
I had one of those, when I was a kid - in the 70."
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Post by: Mathi Alfblut on February 26, 2020, 09:14:30 PM
Around this time, a week ago, a friend phoned and asked if I knew if anything had happened a common friend of ours. Some strange posts had appeared on his Facebook page.
My wife could verify that there was indeed posts on said Facebook page that looked suspiciously like the kind of things you write when someone has passed away.

Not long after a second friend contacts me with the same questions and feelings of foreboding. Sadly, it turned out to be true.

Per, my best friend, my comrade in arms in both Historical fencing and in medieval re-enactment was no more.

Nothing has been said for certain even if more than a week has passed. Maybe his family is chock aswell. He left a brother behind. He had no children of his own. But he was engaged in sooo many activities. He was always tripled booked up BUT he ALWAYS showed up. He was always ready to lend a helping hand.

Sure, he was 63 but still no huge age in modern Sweden. Possibly heart attack.

He was my rock during the divorce. He helped me out in more than one monetary pinch. He was always happy to come by for a cup of coffee and a chat about this and that. We were making plans for galavanting around on medieval markets as our usual duo swashbuckling ne´erdowells.
We were planning for the next year when Gothenburg turns 400 years. We were planning to show of some period rapier fencing in period clothes. We had our longtime goal of building a light medieval siege engine, a mangonel or such, that could moved in parts and assembled on the appropriate location.

All that is now in the passed or in the future that will never be. There is a hole on my heart and in my soul like I have never felt. My best friend is no more. Sometimes I cry and the next moment I cannot even believe it is true. Then time passes by when I forget it until something reminds me, usually something pink. He was known as Mr Pink since he always marked his swords and stuff with a piece of pink ductape or ribbon. It was such a well known fact that we used to joke in the HEMA club that if something got something pink upon it, that stuff was Pers by right of Pink.

I had a special coffee cup with Moomin Trolls, my part of a pair that me and my ex-wife had. It became Pers cup for coffee. Now, he will never drink from his cup.

Life is the same, but still not, because somehow there is a void in me now.

I have such sorrow that it does not even know were to go.
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Post by: Rowsdower on February 27, 2020, 02:42:24 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that
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Post by: ZeroTwentythree on February 27, 2020, 06:18:34 AM
Today I realized my gaming friends are dying at a faster rate than I am able to get together and play games with friends.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on February 27, 2020, 06:23:57 AM

My condoleances Mathi





Today I realized my gaming friends are dying at a faster rate than I am able to get together and play games with friends.


Then either stop death or game more.
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Post by: Novogord on February 27, 2020, 07:09:54 AM
My condoleances Mathi!

Also two sick people (wife and kid) at home isn't easy.  :-(
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on February 27, 2020, 11:15:43 AM
Bad news for sure Mathi. Sorry to hear that
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Post by: GamesPoet on February 27, 2020, 01:30:09 PM
Definitely a bummer Mathi, all the best is hoped for you. :icon_cry: :::cheers::: :icon_cool:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on March 05, 2020, 08:38:20 PM
(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/img_1030.jpg)

!!


(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2020/03/img_0059.jpg)


GUILTY!

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2020/03/img_0060.jpg)
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Post by: GamesPoet on March 05, 2020, 08:42:19 PM
Bummer. :icon_sad:
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on March 05, 2020, 10:38:13 PM
So I just got off the phone with my son. He works for a generator rental company and he had a generator watch day. Keep an eye on a generator for a 12 hr shift, inspections once an hour sort of thing. Downtown so he needs to answer the call of nature. Goes to a local Tim hortons (coffee shop), into the washroom and takes a stall.  In comes this homeless guy, yells at him to get out of his stall, ignores the other 2 open stalls, kicks the door off the hinges, squats and projectile diarrhea all over the floor and walls. I haven’t stopped laughing yet. He said the only good thing about this episode was that he was facing away from the business end of the dude. His call suddenly ended with a ‘wtf now’ and he had to run.
As he watched the generator today, a car wiped out into the pylons and lost its bumper, another car was spinning out on their rubber work matts and a ups driver got out of his delivery truck and started kicking a women’s car. Bylaw wanted to shut down the unit due to a noise complaint.
In other words, a totally normal day downtown. I now know why they have a 24 hour watch on the unit.
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Post by: StealthKnightSteg on March 06, 2020, 09:44:41 AM
So I just got off the phone with my son. He works for a generator rental company and he had a generator watch day. Keep an eye on a generator for a 12 hr shift, inspections once an hour sort of thing. Downtown so he needs to answer the call of nature. Goes to a local Tim hortons (coffee shop), into the washroom and takes a stall.  In comes this homeless guy, yells at him to get out of his stall, ignores the other 2 open stalls, kicks the door off the hinges, squats and projectile diarrhea all over the floor and walls. I haven’t stopped laughing yet. He said the only good thing about this episode was that he was facing away from the business end of the dude. His call suddenly ended with a ‘wtf now’ and he had to run.
As he watched the generator today, a car wiped out into the pylons and lost its bumper, another car was spinning out on their rubber work matts and a ups driver got out of his delivery truck and started kicking a women’s car. Bylaw wanted to shut down the unit due to a noise complaint.
In other words, a totally normal day downtown. I now know why they have a 24 hour watch on the unit.

that is a ehmmm very interesting day, doing almost nothing  :Ohmy:
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Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on March 06, 2020, 09:47:47 PM
I came back from chess, but the elation over my victory was blunted, when I discovered that a drunk had shat on my door and doorstep.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on March 10, 2020, 04:52:19 PM
So I’m unpacking my collection now. Seems 2 spider bosses and 10 riders have made their webs elsewhere. Hopefully they are hiding but I’ve been they the entire collection 4 times. Humbug.

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2018/05/img_2125.jpg)

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2018/05/img_2100.jpg)
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Post by: GamesPoet on March 10, 2020, 05:58:21 PM
Luv da spidees! :icon_mrgreen:
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Post by: Gankom on March 10, 2020, 09:36:33 PM
Glad to see the spiders again!
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 04, 2020, 01:56:27 PM
Well, I am almost unpacked and I not only lost the above spiders and bosses, I’ve lost a rat ogre, 7 5th ed(?) double choppas, and a Grimgorn Ironhide !!!! Losing that guy is downright depressing. My son and I bought that one 15 years ago and he would have been the last model I would ever part with. I know I was in a pretty bad place when I let my house go a few years ago but I really can’t think what I did with it. At least I have a pic.

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/img_0747.jpg)

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2020/04/img_0188.jpg)
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Post by: GamesPoet on April 04, 2020, 01:58:41 PM
Do you still have the rest of your orcs?
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 04, 2020, 02:03:29 PM
Do you still have the rest of your orcs?

All of them. Just strange why those are missing. All I have left to unpack are book boxes. If they are in them, the prospect is not good. 😺
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 06, 2020, 11:44:19 AM
Just heard about a friend who fronted a blues band who passed this weekend. Unfortunately he will be known for his recent heroin addiction (should I say fentanyl as there is hardly any heroin out there any more). Old story, chronic back pain, opioids, heroin road.
I remember him as a friend who played tuba (?!) and sang in his 8 piece band. Used to play Stormy Monday. One of my favourites.
No more stormy weeks for him. See ya Jed


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hd0BrwYf4aA
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 06, 2020, 12:31:10 PM
Sorry to hear that Artobans.  :Ohmy:

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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 06, 2020, 02:44:25 PM
Sorry to hear that Artobans.  :Ohmy:

Thanks Feanor
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Post by: GamesPoet on April 06, 2020, 03:26:15 PM
Loss is always a bummer, my empathy is with you. :icon_sad: :::cheers:::
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 06, 2020, 07:24:25 PM
Loss is always a bummer, my empathy is with you. :icon_sad: :::cheers:::

Thanks GP. Appreciate it
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Post by: Gankom on April 07, 2020, 10:05:45 PM
Sorry to hear it Artoban. Stuff like that is always really sad.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 07, 2020, 10:30:53 PM
Sorry to hear it Artoban. Stuff like that is always really sad.

Ya. Thanks Gankom. For sure. Not sure how the funeral etc is going to play out in these times either. Going to be strange.
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Post by: GamesPoet on April 07, 2020, 10:37:29 PM
Take it one moment at a time.  There is lots of anxiety, nervousness, sad feelings that can occur ... and that is natural.
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Post by: warhammerlord_soth on April 09, 2020, 05:04:23 PM
Always sad to lose someone. My sympathies.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 09, 2020, 05:52:50 PM
Always sad to lose someone. My sympathies.

Thanks Soth & GP!
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 20, 2020, 01:16:15 PM
Mass killing in Nova Scotia. Cop wannabe dresses up as rcmp, drives a rebuilt rcmp car. For 2 days he killed 16 people. His ex and boyfriend to start, a father/mother in front of their kids. On and on. Finally gets rammed by a female rcmp, shootout, shoots her and drags her out of the cruiser and executes her. Finally brought down and thankfully shot.
Immensely sad.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 20, 2020, 03:57:39 PM
That's sad to hear.  :icon_frown:
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Post by: GamesPoet on April 20, 2020, 05:11:10 PM
Definitely a bummer.
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Post by: GamesPoet on April 22, 2020, 04:41:07 AM
I think I'm throwing in some of my direct passive aggressive stuff today. :icon_redface: :icon_eek: :icon_wink: :icon_lol:
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Post by: S.O.F on April 23, 2020, 12:20:04 PM
Less than 16 year old house and the main water line went...good bye 2 grand...sigh
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 23, 2020, 12:58:57 PM
Less than 16 year old house and the main water line went...good bye 2 grand...sigh

WHAT?
That is crazy. What a colossal cost for something that shouldn’t have happened.
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Post by: S.O.F on April 23, 2020, 01:33:14 PM
WHAT?
That is crazy. What a colossal cost for something that shouldn’t have happened.

True but what can one do, this house though was far from competently built I fear. All sorts of minor bullshit has broken far before it's time. Still trying to figure out the area where they fucked the frost wall depth under a double door and it heaves every winter. Pretty certain going down to a single door and a window with a solid stud in the middle is the cheapest and actionable option for myself, digging it up and fixing the major mistake is most likely economically non-tenable.
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 23, 2020, 01:55:31 PM
You could dig out the foundation (very labour intensive) to the footing, apply 2” rigid blue styrofoam to the wall and lay a piece flat for 2’ out along the effected area; even double the thickness and seal it to the vertical insulation. That could stop the frost from penetrating but it is a shitload of digging. Maybe rent a kyboto to dig it out. You could easily sink $1k into materials and renting to accomplish this. Rent on a Friday for the weekend and get a half day bonus on rental and get Friday-Monday morning dig time.
Definitely frustrating for sure to say the least and if the front is landscaped some heavy duty cursing is ok too.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 29, 2020, 11:44:15 PM
Anyone else seem to be waiting for a long time for stuff? 2 orders from GB from March 22 and 25 still haven’t shown up. Ral Partha says it’s usually 8 days but I understand it’s unusual times. Just wondering if others were waiting as long.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on April 30, 2020, 01:56:40 AM
I had a few things coming from England that did seem longer in arrival times.  I had one item get routed to Cleveland, and then to Boston, not sure what that was all about.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on May 07, 2020, 01:05:43 PM
I had the ingenious idea of watching a film I once saw when I was young. The 1987 Chipmunk movie [I shant bore you with the details as to what led me to watching the train wreck]
In short [this is not a pun] its aged horrendously
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Post by: S.O.F on May 07, 2020, 03:34:39 PM
So my computer speakers power supply adapter exploded in a minor electrical fire...so that was fun.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on May 08, 2020, 10:34:07 AM
So my computer speakers power supply adapter exploded in a minor electrical fire...so that was fun.

hope that was the only thing damaged then!  :ph34r:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: phillyt on May 13, 2020, 01:05:33 AM
We had to lay away one of our two cats yesterday.  Had a lung disease that destroyed 90% of his lungs.  Poor guy was only 6 and such a seeet cat.

Then at 8pm last night his brother took a full dose of skunk spray to the face.  Reeked and one of his eyes moused closed!  I took a shower with an angry cat at 10pm...
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 13, 2020, 02:06:00 AM
We had to lay away one of our two cats yesterday.  Had a lung disease that destroyed 90% of his lungs.  Poor guy was only 6 and such a seeet cat.

Then at 8pm last night his brother took a full dose of skunk spray to the face.  Reeked and one of his eyes moused closed!  I took a shower with an angry cat at 10pm...

Not good on any level. Very sad about the cat. 😹
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Post by: Rowsdower on May 13, 2020, 03:31:27 AM
I had to put my old cat down the other day. He was 19.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 13, 2020, 10:47:44 AM
I had to put my old cat down the other day. He was 19.


😹 too many cat misfortunes!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on May 13, 2020, 12:12:55 PM
Sorry to learn of the loss of your pets folks, never easy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on May 15, 2020, 12:01:29 PM
When Prince [my old cat] was born, Fellowship of the Ring was still playing in cinemas.
So much has changed since then
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on August 05, 2020, 05:15:32 PM
I'm really worried about my mother's mental health.

She has these extreme mood swings where she'll call either sobbing or asking questions about something random with childlike glee.

She runs up tons of credit cards and occasionally asks my siblings and I to drive to her house and intercept statements so my father doesn't see them. (Obv this is super illegal and I won't do it)

She's makes massive messes all over her house. It's often really weird stuff she can't explain too, like jelly smeared on the wall in the library, like there's an invisible toddler living there or something. I'll occasionally go over there to help clean out of pity(she'll panic/cry until she gets help if there are guests coming). But if I make any kind of suggestion(scrape food off dishes into trash before placing them in the sink) she'll either act like it's impossible or scream at me for talking down to her.

She's fallen in with a Facebook clique of women who adopt special needs dogs. The main difference seems to be that unlike my mom, these women have high-powered careers and can afford to drop 5 grand on dog surgery with no notice. It'll feel like I've made a breakthrough with her after one dies and she'll seem to be on board with the idea of taking a break from pets to mourn and use all that vet money on the credit cards etc and then get more 10 year old dogs a couple weeks later.

(I appreciate having a space here to vent. So much of the internet feels open/public these days and I miss the days when all my friends had secret online journals where we could vent about stuff.)
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Post by: Artobans Ghost on August 06, 2020, 01:33:39 AM
I'm really worried about my mother's mental health.

She has these extreme mood swings where she'll call either sobbing or asking questions about something random with childlike glee.

She runs up tons of credit cards and occasionally asks my siblings and I to drive to her house and intercept statements so my father doesn't see them. (Obv this is super illegal and I won't do it)

She's makes massive messes all over her house. It's often really weird stuff she can't explain too, like jelly smeared on the wall in the library, like there's an invisible toddler living there or something. I'll occasionally go over there to help clean out of pity(she'll panic/cry until she gets help if there are guests coming). But if I make any kind of suggestion(scrape food off dishes into trash before placing them in the sink) she'll either act like it's impossible or scream at me for talking down to her.

She's fallen in with a Facebook clique of women who adopt special needs dogs. The main difference seems to be that unlike my mom, these women have high-powered careers and can afford to drop 5 grand on dog surgery with no notice. It'll feel like I've made a breakthrough with her after one dies and she'll seem to be on board with the idea of taking a break from pets to mourn and use all that vet money on the credit cards etc and then get more 10 year old dogs a couple weeks later.

(I appreciate having a space here to vent. So much of the internet feels open/public these days and I miss the days when all my friends had secret online journals where we could vent about stuff.)

I hear ya Oak. The worst part is not being able to actively solve the situation. My dad still lives (90 this year) but he when all paranoid and nearly drove me crazy. I provided a rent/utility free home for my parents for 23 years and he ended up disowning my brother and believed I took him for everything. Including stealing his wallet, sunglasses and cheque books etc. It was unrelenting.  I sold the house and moved them to a retirement home and it’s taken a couple of years to calm down. I’m not a doctor/psychologist so dealing with this was not easy.
I had both of them assessed mentally and they cleared him which made matters worse. Time and distance helped but in your situation it’s different. 
I hope for the best for you but it will not be easy.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on August 06, 2020, 02:25:04 AM
The really sucks Oak, I'm sorry to hear it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 06, 2020, 02:50:32 AM
Both of those situations are such a bummer Oak and Artoban.  It is so unfortunate to have to go through such issues in life.  Suffering can be such pain no matter what the issue.  Especially so when it comes to loved ones.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on August 06, 2020, 07:30:38 PM
Thanks, gentlemen. Just having someone to complain to made me feel a lot better. It seems like there are a lot of people who deal with this kind of thing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Padre on August 06, 2020, 07:50:14 PM
It sounds like a tough time for all concerned, not least you. My sister-in-law had some really crazy (several weeks or months) episodes every few years, which have really put my brother through it. Medication (lots of it) barely touches the sides! She sees a very different world while she is there,with fantastical relationships etc, but which remain consistent throughout here episodes. I feel terrible that I can't help my brother more, meanwhile he is trapped as they have a little boy and he has to make things 'right' for the boy every time. In the years in between, when the medication regime is working, she is a fully functioning person, with a responsible job!

So, second hand, and having only seen a handful of days like it myself, I know how impossibly difficult it can all seem, and is indeed actually so!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on August 06, 2020, 08:09:14 PM
This doesn’t compare to the above but I think it falls into the unhappy category. Probably the stupid file as well. I was using a pressure washer yesterday and was washing a spade off. Travelled a bit to far up the handle and sliced a groove open between the thumb and upper part of the hand. Scalpel work people. Nice incision into in unnecessary area of flesh. I have a pretty high pain threshold but I have to say that hurt. Couldn’t look for about 50 ft of pain. Worked my hand to see if I cut any tendons or imports bits. Nothing. All good. Wrapped it in a towel and taped it with painters tape. Called the hospital but they said they were busy beyond belief. Bought some really neat stitch and heal bandages and now I’m happy again.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Padre on August 06, 2020, 08:18:39 PM
Snap! Well, not snap, but SLICE!

My thumb has looked like this for the last few days due to a scalpel wound when trying to cut for the new scenery I am working on. I never learn - always cut AWAY from yourself.

Still, I am lucky, no stitches needed unlike the time I opened my little finger up 3 cm long! That was ugly, and again a scalpel wound from careless modelling. Several stitches then!

(https://i.imgur.com/dRjd9K0.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on August 06, 2020, 08:35:19 PM
Ouch!☝️
Here is the really cool bandages. Yes I know the rest of the hand looks like it belongs in Padres death army but it is loving breathing flesh.

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2020/08/img_0768.jpg)

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on August 08, 2020, 01:33:29 AM
Warhammer slowly begins claiming its pound of flesh from more and more hobbyists.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 31, 2020, 07:29:46 PM
My mother lost one of her sister's this past weekend, a favorite aunt of mine, and we haven't heard what the cause of her passing is yet.  All very disappointing.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on August 31, 2020, 09:54:23 PM
Sorry for the loss GP.
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Post by: Gankom on August 31, 2020, 11:40:21 PM
Really sorry to hear it GP, you've been having a rough few months. You deserve way better.
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Post by: GamesPoet on August 31, 2020, 11:55:54 PM
You two are awesome, thank you! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on September 01, 2020, 02:25:55 PM
I just spent $56.00 AU on an Airfix Stuart 'Honey'. Its part of a series of reboxed Academy kits. It dosnt fit together too well and the barrel is horribly warped 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on March 25, 2021, 03:05:19 PM
My fairly new computer, only a few months old, has been having problems since about the first week I bought it. I'm pretty sure I bought a lemon but I've procrastinated about taking it in.

Well really got to motor on it no because last night it essentially died completely. Wouldnt go past the loading screen, and has no spent the past 12 hours reinstalling windows. I'm taking that as a not great sign.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on March 25, 2021, 03:30:00 PM
Ouch!  I'm looking at buying a new computer myself.  Seems like the video card might be damaged on one, and the other is an older model.  Time for an upgrade soon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on April 14, 2021, 11:33:31 AM
So as of this weekend my brother has severed all contact with me because I didn't attend my cousin's funeral (along with whatever my estranged father has told him) without even calling me to find out why or get my side of the story. That hurts.

Also, my paternal grandmother passed away yesterday (not due to covid). So there's another funeral coming up in the near future.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 14, 2021, 11:37:12 AM
So as of this weekend my brother has severed all contact with me because I didn't attend my cousin's funeral (along with whatever my estranged father has told him) without even calling me to find out why or get my side of the story. That hurts.

Also, my paternal grandmother passed away yesterday (not due to covid). So there's another funeral coming up in the near future.

That hurts for sure. My brother hasn’t talked to my mom/dad for 5 years. I can understand not talking to my dad but I can’t get around him cutting out my mom.
Family dynamics sure can be crazy bad at times.
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Post by: GamesPoet on April 14, 2021, 11:45:56 AM
Bummer to hear.  It would be nice if folks could get along, be accepting, empathetic, graceful, and understanding.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on April 14, 2021, 03:32:40 PM
Really sorry to hear that Feanor, that really sucks and is incredibly unfair.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 16, 2021, 11:48:08 PM
Not sure if anyone visits The Grand Alliance site (complete AoS board). A great in-depth and positive site that covers virtually every aspect of the AoS world has been closed for for few days. Hope it’s just maintenance but all the talk of GW and their mishandling of recent products make me worry unnecessarily. I’m sure that site has close links with GW.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on April 17, 2021, 01:52:54 AM
Oh that'd be a bummer if the site doesn't come back.  I don't frequent W:AoS sites almost ever, but still, loss sucks.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 17, 2021, 11:13:03 AM
I reacted like an idiot as usual. TGA just closed for maintenance. All good this morning. The good thing about ringing the alarm bell is that it comes round to pound you in the arse later but all’s well that ends well
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on April 19, 2021, 06:24:41 AM
One of my cats broke her jaw. She had to be put to sleep.
On the plus side, I've adopted another feline
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on April 19, 2021, 10:08:10 AM
Condolences for your loss.  And may the new cat be a good companion.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 19, 2021, 10:38:31 AM
One of my cats broke her jaw. She had to be put to sleep.
On the plus side, I've adopted another feline

That is very sad. I’ve never heard of that happening before. We have 3 of the critters.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on April 21, 2021, 11:17:57 PM
I'm still taming Angus at the moment. He's quite skittish
My must have been a chaos god in a previous life. She likes to get on my Empire shelf and bat the miniatures off it. My old steam tank now has teeth marks in its barrel
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on April 22, 2021, 12:33:57 AM
I'm still taming Angus at the moment. He's quite skittish
My must have been a chaos god in a previous life. She likes to get on my Empire shelf and bat the miniatures off it. My old steam tank now has teeth marks in its barrel

I understand completely

(https://artobansghost.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/img_0689.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on April 22, 2021, 01:01:11 AM
Cats are the secret rulers of the world. :icon_wink: :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 17, 2021, 02:15:05 AM
I think I mentioned that my cousin died in March, and that my paternal Grandmother died in April. Its May and now I've lost an Aunt. All on the same side of the family. Its been quite the year so far.   :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Zygmund on May 17, 2021, 08:41:44 AM
My condolences, Feanor.

-Z
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Post by: GamesPoet on May 17, 2021, 10:28:39 AM
That is all quite the bummer.

Rest up, have some yummy food,  and take it all one step at a time. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Artobans Ghost on May 17, 2021, 11:57:09 AM
I have always found a loss like a slow burn. You get through it at the beginning it really sets in over time. That’s a lot of loss on a short space.

My condolences
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Gankom on May 17, 2021, 03:35:06 PM
That really, really sucks Feanor. Big hugs comrade and sending good vibes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on May 18, 2021, 02:36:07 PM
Death sucks. I lost someone close to me, too.
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Post by: Perambulator on May 19, 2021, 08:02:11 PM
My condolences, Feanor. Hang in there.
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Post by: oak_prince on May 20, 2021, 07:25:31 PM
I'm sorry to hear that. I'll mention you when I do my nightly prayers if that's ok.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on May 31, 2021, 07:19:50 PM
Thanks guys its been rough.

My wife has to go to Belgium for 3 weeks for a work thing. I will be taking care of our 2 kids alone with no back up. I know I'll be fine, but I can't help but feel anxious about it.
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Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 24, 2021, 02:12:28 AM
My in-laws have sold their place in Michigan and are going to be moving in with us (Massachusetts) by the end of July. I am not looking forward to this. They plan to move into their own place once they find a place near us in their price range (their price range will not find them a place near us). So this house is about to get crowded and there's no telling for how long.
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Post by: Gankom on June 24, 2021, 03:03:41 AM
oof that does not sound super fun.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on June 24, 2021, 04:30:53 AM
 :icon_eek:  Uh boy.  And the housing prices these days aren't promising either.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on June 26, 2021, 01:53:00 AM
My wife was suppose to return from her Belgian work trip today, but due to some airline fuckery shes stuck in DC and now has to stay at a hotel (a shitty one too). Also they lost all her luggage. And we had cake and flowers ready too.
 :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on June 26, 2021, 03:09:29 AM
Quite the bummer all the way around.
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Post by: Heinrich von Kampfmann on July 26, 2021, 05:36:11 PM
Had made plans to buy some nice warhammer, books etc. Found out I had a water leak in my kitchen. Called the owner of my apartment who send a plumber. He found the smallest jack in a hose from my dishwasher. 2000sek gone. Called the insurance company tp get them to cover the cost of the plumber and for a new hose. 1h waiting in telephone, then disconnected when if was my turn.   :eusa_wall:

Just annoying and time consuming, but could be worse, no damage to interiors as off now at least.   
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 26, 2021, 08:48:56 PM
Had a rough week last week, and here's hoping this week is an improvement. :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on July 27, 2021, 07:04:02 AM
The local gaming store got in a huge assortment of now OOP pewter GW miniatures [a lot of stuff from 1995-2003] I was planning on buying some but the prices are astronomical. $395.00 AUD for the hideous metal killa kan, $190.00 for a Kislev champion :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 27, 2021, 07:55:47 AM
Ouch. :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on July 28, 2021, 02:30:31 PM
In other news, Covid is out of control in my state. Lockdowns and restrictions continue. I hat to think how many billions this is going to wind up costing the next generations grand children in the longrun
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: oak_prince on July 29, 2021, 07:22:57 PM
I just had a fleshy growth removed from my gums/jawbone by a periodontist. Bodies are really gross sometimes and I miss being a 20something and feeling great no matter what kind of junk food or punishment I subjected my body to. If anyone wants to add me to their prayer/nice thoughts rolodex I'd be grateful. Here's hoping it wasn't a cancerous tumor. 

On the positive side, I have a few days off work to paint minis.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on July 30, 2021, 12:32:31 AM
Health issues suck.  Feel better, and may it all go smoothly from here.

Paint, paint, paint ... relax and enjoy! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on August 07, 2021, 06:08:40 AM
I think my new cat might need to go for a big sleep. She's had chronic stomach problems since i got her :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Jmash on September 08, 2021, 01:11:07 PM
I was waiting for a few weeks for my work holder/hobby vice thing to arrive in the post.

Turned up today but unfortunately looks to be incomplete, missing the steel pins that go in the perforated top bit to hold stuff :icon_cry:

Ah well - looks like another few weeks before I'll be getting them as well! (assuming the customer services are happy to send them out separate)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 28, 2021, 01:32:31 AM
My uncle on my mother's side passed away today. Details are sketchy but it may have had to do something with his heart. Its been quite a year.  :icon_frown:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on October 28, 2021, 09:47:13 AM
My condolences to your family.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Jmash on January 27, 2022, 11:12:02 PM
2022 is off to a crap start so far.

MIL has to go for a heart bypass some time soon, just undergoing tests so there's a lot of stress there.

We also just had a leak from the plumbing pipes... below the brand new bathroom. Weve had to cut holes into the ceiling in our lounge and the bedroom wall to get access to the problem areas. Turns out we've possibly had a very slow leak for a long time as well but never noticed because it's been slowly destroying the old ceiling and soaking into the insulation above our current 'floating' ceiling. FUN!
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on January 30, 2022, 04:30:25 AM
My business and marketing course has been dropped due to a lack of members. I NEVER want to return to the hospitality game but it looks like I'm going to have to.
Covid can do something sexually impossible with itself :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Gankom's Painting Blog of Random Variety
Post by: Rowsdower on February 12, 2022, 02:49:16 AM
This just in. My cat just knocked over my khorne shelf. Dozens of old, metal knight now in peices.
Title: Re: Re: Gankom's Painting Blog of Random Variety
Post by: Zak on February 12, 2022, 03:11:32 AM
This just in. My cat just knocked over my khorne shelf. Dozens of old, metal knight now in peices.


oh noi  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on February 12, 2022, 12:56:56 PM
This just in. My cat just knocked over my khorne shelf. Dozens of old, metal knight now in peices.
oh noi  :icon_eek:
Ouch.  Not fun.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on February 15, 2022, 12:21:34 PM
I think she's a Russian agent
She loves to knock over anything EXCEPT Bolt Action Soviets and the T-34 shelf. She spent the better part of an hour, eyeing off the Panther & variants shelf.
As i type, she's gnawing off the barrel of a Panther
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Syphon on February 15, 2022, 06:01:48 PM
Still tired. How do I even keep going?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on February 18, 2022, 04:09:14 PM
Still tired. How do I even keep going?

Do you get enough sleep? You may also be experiencing burn out. When I burn out I always feel tired, even when I do get enough sleep.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on June 27, 2022, 04:02:33 PM
"How's Your Monday Going" ...

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUUCWPE9mQc
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Zak on July 20, 2022, 02:09:47 PM
awe the smell of a new game book
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on July 30, 2022, 02:20:14 PM
I put one of those dinged up Bretonian knights i scored in a tub of nail polish remover for too long and it stripped away a layer of plastic, weakening him in the process and he disintegrated. Insert Monty Python quotes.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 01, 2022, 10:52:42 AM
Wasn't aware that leaving in too long would do this, definitely a bummer.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Jmash on August 01, 2022, 09:37:34 PM
I put one of those dinged up Bretonian knights i scored in a tub of nail polish remover for too long and it stripped away a layer of plastic, weakening him in the process and he disintegrated. Insert Monty Python quotes.

I've had good results with Fuze Biostrip 2.0 if that helps. Doesn't help your disintegrated Bretonnian but maybe an option to try if nail polish remover is too harsh.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on August 03, 2022, 02:23:21 PM
My cat disappeared for four days. I thought she was either dead or stolen. She just got herself stuck in the neighbours shed.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 03, 2022, 02:59:57 PM
Ouch!

Glad she is still around. :icon_cool: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on August 07, 2022, 06:11:20 AM
Ouch!

Glad she is still around. :icon_cool: :::cheers:::
Like something out of Home Alone i hopped the fence to rescue her, muttering to myself in the process ala Joe Pesci.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Jmash on August 16, 2022, 02:11:05 AM
I attended a friend's wedding this weekend, it was a lovely occasion but it's left me feeling melancholy because I've come to the realisation that I don't have any close friends.

This guy was one of our group of 3 from way back at secondary school, when we got to university age we all went our separate ways, he moved down to the other end of the country but we all still kept in touch, we'd meet up maybe once a year if we were lucky but that's just the way we are. The 3rd guy is still up north but we're a little spread out, he has a baby and we wouldn't really do anything just the 2 of us without our 3rd. We all met up just before Christmas where he revealed his engagement (we didn't even know he had a girlfriend) so we only met her for the first time about 8months ago.

Anyway, through the course of his engagement we've been down to a party and then his stag do and finally the wedding, we met his best man and his 3 ushers and they're all great guys, top blokes each and every one, loved meeting them. But then it hit me, here was one of my only 2 good friends in the world getting married, and the most important people to him for this special occasion were all his close friends from his recent past, people from uni, work and such, they all had a real close-knit friendship with both him and his now wife and have all been together for a good number of years. We two old school friends were invited only as guests.

Now don't get me wrong, I wasn't jealous of these guys being chosen ahead of me, it was only a small ceremony so I was honoured to be invited at all, but it just made me think well, shit, I don't have anybody else like that, I don't have friendships from uni or from work, I don't have a social network. Sure there's lads I play football with and they are friends but the way our team has come together over the years they are friends of acquaintances etc. we don't do anything together outside of football so I'm not sure I can count them as good friends in quite the same way. It's the same with work colleagues, I get along with everybody perfectly fine but that's as far as it goes, nothing outside of work. Basically I haven't forged any true friendships with anybody since school, and those guys have moved on and got on with life.

It's not like I'm unhappy, my girlfriend and I have been together our whole adult lives and she's my best friend, but just seeing my old mate with all his new, better mates just sort of kicked the wind out of me a bit. I guess its longing for that sort of social connection to others that just seems to have entirely passed me by. When I get married who will be my best man? Who will be my groomsmen?

 :unsure:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 16, 2022, 11:11:26 AM
Those kinds of situations are tough.

Friendships happen through having healthy connection.  The one's I've had earlier in life are all not as strong, if they exist at all, as the ones I've helped create later in life.  And there are times later in life when I didn't keep the goal of long term connection in mind or there have been things that have made it harder to connect that are outside my ability to change.  At the same time, it's a two way street as well, and sometimes that isn't something I can do much about either.

It could be possible to strengthen weaker connections, although that requires healthy contact, and from the parties involved.  Meanwhile, having involvement in activities that can bring opportunity for connection, making myself available through initiating interaction, listening, encouraging, asking questions of interest, etc., those kinds of things can bring new friendships, and seem to need to be consistent beyond just initial interactions and involvement, while trying not to force situations too quickly either.  I have family, church, dance communities, various miniature hobbiest groups, and some of my business associations become friends as well.

I encountered one situation where over a few years I developed an interaction with one person, and they moved.  He seemed to have mixed feelings and thoughts about making the move, and when he did, decreased his role in the interactions we were having.  Over time I have continued to stay in touch through sending a text from time to time. and recently he's reciprocated when I have been able to bring up a specific topic of interest to him.  Progress, except sometimes one topic isn't enough to have the connection be strong, and I can't and won't try to make him talk about other items, even though I know that would be healthier.  Leaving the door open is good, and I can use the door, but if I am the only one using the door, sometimes it is wise to turn and start walking through other doors.

However, I have become better at identifying who in the social groups that I frequent can do their part in a friendship.  A large quantity of folks aren't, while some of them do for awhile, but something gets in their way, and they stop.  This can involve a lack of skill, yet sometimes it could be something outside my ability to influence as well.  Probably the best I can do is set an example through my own actions, and get to a point where I am making enough contacts to be able to locate a few folks that have an ability to help maintain our connection over time, and let go of the situations that might not be as healthy.  Staying involved in the social groups also helps by providing more contacts, and strengthening the healthier contacts through consistent contact and healthy interaction.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on August 17, 2022, 11:04:44 AM
I decided to torture myself by buying an old, metal irk killa kan . I broke my drill, trying to assemble it.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 12, 2022, 06:26:19 AM
My wife had our SUV detailed Saturday, and filled it up with gas. This combined with new tires and she was elated. Normally I drive the SUV since I take the kids to and from school but she really wanted this done and was over the moon. So she picked us up and wanted to take us to a restaurant since the kids haven't been to one since 2020. As we were getting off the exit she looked onto oncoming traffic, thought the person in front of us had gone and accelerated right into them. Thats right she rear-ended them. I saw it last second and yelled her to stop but it was too late. Air bags deployed, 3yo was awoken by the loud bang and began crying, 4yo was confused. The car was smoking. I had her get out and get the kids out of the car. We looked them over and they were alright. I went ahead and checked on the other cars (the force of the impact caused the car in front of us to kiss the car in front of them) while my wife called 911. They were all fine. I came back and the car was still smoking, I asked my wife if she turned the car off, she didn't. I jumped in and turned the car off and waited for the smoking to die down before rummaging through to find the insurance and registration. Emergency vehicles came and checked us over and everyone was fine but suggested my wife visit the hospital later to check on the baby (she's pregnant). The other 2 cars were okay to drive on but our car is totaled. We ended up walking the rest of the way to the restaurant to wait for her parents to come get us. She was too upset to want to go in. We've spent the last few days managing all the paperwork and insurance stuff that comes after something like this. We're waiting for the insurance guy to take a look at it to confirm if its a total loss or not (all the emergency guys told us it was but we'll see). Honestly I'm kind of hoping it is so we have a down payment for a van since the family is expanding. We went to the hospital later that day and the baby appears to be doing fine but will have a more in-depth analysis Thursday when the original ultrasound was scheduled.

(https://i.imgur.com/2BQxsMl.jpg)
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on October 12, 2022, 11:18:10 AM
Ugh, that thing looks like it's history.  What a bummer though, and I'm glad everyone seems to be ok, while hoping that continues, and everyone gets into a happier time soon.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on October 16, 2022, 12:40:44 PM
I'm torturing myself with something. I'm trying to find a movie from 200x which was similar to Mean Girls. I'm It was about a small clique of bitches who falsify a rape charge against a teacher.
 
I'm taking a teachers aid course and having to study child protection has reminded me of it. I've spent nearly 6 hours on IMDB and cant find it
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Feanor Fire Heart on October 17, 2022, 02:24:33 AM
I'm torturing myself with something. I'm trying to find a movie from 200x which was similar to Mean Girls. I'm It was about a small clique of bitches who falsify a rape charge against a teacher.

Wild Things?
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on October 17, 2022, 02:23:45 PM
^No, it wasnt Wild Things. The sole reason I'm trying to find the trainwreck in question is to show my class so that they might have an understanding of what to expect from teenage narcissists.

Having to study child protection this day and age is so disturbing. Boy am i glad only Yuppies had mobile phones in my day
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Padre on October 18, 2022, 07:48:32 PM
Could it be in this list of 94 films about false rape accusations?

https://www.imdb.com/search/keyword/?keywords=false-accusation-of-rape
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Jmash on October 18, 2022, 09:27:50 PM
Could it be in this list of 94 films about false rape accusations?

https://www.imdb.com/search/keyword/?keywords=false-accusation-of-rape

Well that's a sentence I didn't expect to be reading today!  :-P
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on October 19, 2022, 01:44:06 AM
 :icon_lol: That's two sentences in a row for me. :icon_eek: :biggriin:
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Rowsdower on October 19, 2022, 12:56:26 PM
FOUND IT. Pretty Persuasion.
I only found the repugnant article as i was trying to find ANOTHER irrelevant film.
Thats the worst thing about trying to become a teacher. Having to gear yourself for crap like that.
I'd rather look into Nurgle lord's toilet
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: warhammerlord_soth on November 07, 2022, 11:34:07 AM
You clearly have never seen father Nurgle's toilet.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: Jmash on June 19, 2023, 05:10:38 PM
My dad died a month ago...

Heart attack, completely out of the blue. No health issues (that we know of) leading up to it.

Fair to say life feels really sh*t right about now. 
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on June 19, 2023, 05:39:56 PM
Yes, it seems very often losing a parent isn't fun.  My dad passed away in 2020, it was a huge loss for us here, and I still feel it from time to time.

There aren't any really words that can fully encapsulate such situations.  Know that I am empathetic for you, and that things will improve over time, even though early on it just sucks the life out of us.

Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: KTG17 on July 31, 2023, 03:23:29 PM
My dad died a month ago...

Heart attack, completely out of the blue. No health issues (that we know of) leading up to it.

Fair to say life feels really sh*t right about now.

My dad passed away from cancer almost 10 years ago. My step dad who I am close to has Mesothelioma and is undergoing chemo right now.

One of my best friend's dad died in his sleep a few days ago. Either heart attack or stroke I guess. We'll never know.

My other friend's Dad died about a year ago. Of my closest friends, only one still has their dad around.

No matter who else is in your life it feels like being an orphan a bit. You really lose a person to ask advice from whether its about your career or removing a stripped screw from a pool light. Sure there are other resources, but you still want to call your dad and get it from him.

Lost a bunch of friends too whether it be from driving under the influence or suicide, or other.

I have been telling peeps that it seems like the first part of your life, the amount of people around you grows, as you make friends, get married/have kids or your siblings do, and then at a later age people drop off for various reasons, and when you get together its less for weddings and more for funerals. Thats life I guess.
Title: Re: Unhappy Random thoughts...
Post by: GamesPoet on August 02, 2023, 02:52:30 PM
I'm into a few social circles as a way of being able to meet new people as often as possible, and hope to have this help balance the loss of others wiht the gain of others.  I also try to find other men, especially older men who can sometimes be counted on for bits of advice, since my dad has been gone for a few years.