That's like a fully formed soundbite! Can I use it? :)
It's still interesting to watch how it plays out in the street. Also, the eagle has some pretty precise notions about what it does not want to happen here, but I don't think they care very much as long as those things don't happen. Which means there will be a power vacuum and an opportunity for some devoted and truly patriotic band of unfortunates to step up. Doubt that it will happen, though. A pity. For a long time I've been saying that everyone with the sense to fix this little clusterfuck of a country has far better things to do.
Today's modding adventure - death by physics.
To be precise, I killed a dragon in mid-flight. Unfortunately, it's flight trajectory took it directly into the path of my character.
Who was stood atop a tower. Well, until the dragon hit, anyway.
I really wish I had been recording at that precise moment. It was pretty hilarious.
Ya know what's hilarious?
This is what US police look like now:
(http://countercurrentnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Sheriff-SWAT-1024x682.jpg)
:lulz: :lulz:
Alright, so I've got the whole of October to catch up on.
:lulz:
Hahaha. Good thing America isn't like those third world dictatorships where a brutal and wildly out of control military runs everything.
You can see our guys, and the protesters, in this gallery (http://index.hu/galeria/index/belfold/2014/10/27/netado_ellenes_demonstracio/17).
To be fair though, those appear to be riot police. Who you expect to have some sort of clunking, space marine-esque look.
In America, those are the police they send for unsubstantiated minor drug allegations and copyright infringement (http://www.care2.com/causes/5-unnecessary-swat-team-raids-gone-terribly-wrong.html).
Quote from: Cain on October 28, 2014, 10:36:10 AM
To be fair though, those appear to be riot police. Who you expect to have some sort of clunking, space marine-esque look.
In America, those are the police they send for unsubstantiated minor drug allegations and copyright infringement (http://www.care2.com/causes/5-unnecessary-swat-team-raids-gone-terribly-wrong.html).
SWAT are particularly insane in Tucson, which has an otherwise acceptable police force.
I can believe it. They were responsible for the Jose Guerena case, possibly the most famous egregious and unrequired use of force by a SWAT team out there.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 27, 2014, 04:24:23 PM
Ya know what's hilarious?
This is what US police look like now:
(http://countercurrentnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Sheriff-SWAT-1024x682.jpg)
:lulz: :lulz:
Someone tell me again how this isn't a police state... :horrormirth:
Quote from: Cain on October 28, 2014, 01:07:49 PM
I can believe it. They were responsible for the Jose Guerena case, possibly the most famous egregious and unrequired use of force by a SWAT team out there.
Yep. Non-frangible ammunition for the whole neighborhood!
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 28, 2014, 02:00:30 PM
Someone tell me again how this isn't a police state... :horrormirth:
On the plus side, they're incompetent.
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
Along those lines some recent local bullshit.
http://m.theweek.com/speedreads/index/270753/speedreads-watch-a-tiny-wisconsin-town-justify-using-an-armored-vehicle-to-collect-86k-from-an-old-man
there's a news video at the bottom worth seeing for the anchor's eyebrows alone but look at the sheriff in the vid. He's a true believer of his own shit. :boring:
Totally off-topic, but I had to leave the honors building in search of a working stapler. The brain trust at Nerd Village may have a collective average IQ of 160, yet is unable to penetrate the deep technology that is reloading a stapler.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 03:11:49 PM
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
It has to be better than the horrific atrocity that is every other nickelback song. That last one gave me hemhorragic fever.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 28, 2014, 09:53:43 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 03:11:49 PM
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
It has to be better than the horrific atrocity that is every other nickelback song. That last one gave me hemhorragic fever.
Check out John Galt, here, talking to Angelique.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=172547699458380&set=a.132471140132703.22323.100001094547452&type=1&theater¬if_t=like
Your blood will boil, thus killing the ebola.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 28, 2014, 09:53:43 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 03:11:49 PM
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
It has to be better than the horrific atrocity that is every other nickelback song. That last one gave me hemhorragic fever.
Check out John Galt, here, talking to Angelique.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=172547699458380&set=a.132471140132703.22323.100001094547452&type=1&theater¬if_t=like
Your blood will boil, thus killing the ebola.
UNNNNNGH
I think you nailed it with "Tiny penis". Angelique is one of the sweetest people there is, I don't know what the fuck is wrong with someone who tries to knock her down because she's
pretty.
Got my flu shot.
Now I have autism.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 29, 2014, 04:22:19 PM
Got my flu shot.
Now I have autism.
You should cut gluten from your diet. Human beings weren't meant to eat it.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 29, 2014, 02:39:39 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 28, 2014, 09:53:43 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 03:11:49 PM
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
It has to be better than the horrific atrocity that is every other nickelback song. That last one gave me hemhorragic fever.
Check out John Galt, here, talking to Angelique.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=172547699458380&set=a.132471140132703.22323.100001094547452&type=1&theater¬if_t=like
Your blood will boil, thus killing the ebola.
UNNNNNGH
I think you nailed it with "Tiny penis". Angelique is one of the sweetest people there is, I don't know what the fuck is wrong with someone who tries to knock her down because she's pretty.
Not so much that she was pretty, but that he felt she was "cocky".
I just went lap swimming for the first time in 15 years. I hurt. I did okay, I gassed the fuck out, but I hurt. This is going to be a long hard road out of hell.
Also, these new silicone swim caps are the bee's knees. Way better than the latex ones.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 03:11:49 PM
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
I demand clarification!
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on October 29, 2014, 06:38:40 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 03:11:49 PM
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
I demand clarification!
I think a box of sockets is a dramatic improvement over Chad Kroeger.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 29, 2014, 05:36:33 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 29, 2014, 02:39:39 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 28, 2014, 09:53:43 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 28, 2014, 03:11:49 PM
I just dropped a box of sockets down the stairs and accidentally wrote a Nickleback song.
It has to be better than the horrific atrocity that is every other nickelback song. That last one gave me hemhorragic fever.
Check out John Galt, here, talking to Angelique.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=172547699458380&set=a.132471140132703.22323.100001094547452&type=1&theater¬if_t=like
Your blood will boil, thus killing the ebola.
UNNNNNGH
I think you nailed it with "Tiny penis". Angelique is one of the sweetest people there is, I don't know what the fuck is wrong with someone who tries to knock her down because she's pretty.
Not so much that she was pretty, but that he felt she was "cocky".
Oh I think the subtext was that she's pretty. If she wasn't, he would have attacked her weight or her looks. Misogynists are hopelessly predictable.
Quote from: The Suu on October 29, 2014, 06:20:02 PM
I just went lap swimming for the first time in 15 years. I hurt. I did okay, I gassed the fuck out, but I hurt. This is going to be a long hard road out of hell.
Also, these new silicone swim caps are the bee's knees. Way better than the latex ones.
Love swimming! I'm so out of practice that I'll probably flail around like a giraffe in a pond when I I finally get back in a pool.
And silicone is truly the way to go.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 29, 2014, 07:22:03 PM
Quote from: The Suu on October 29, 2014, 06:20:02 PM
I just went lap swimming for the first time in 15 years. I hurt. I did okay, I gassed the fuck out, but I hurt. This is going to be a long hard road out of hell.
Also, these new silicone swim caps are the bee's knees. Way better than the latex ones.
Love swimming! I'm so out of practice that I'll probably flail around like a giraffe in a pond when I I finally get back in a pool.
Yep, that's about how I felt. :sad:
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 29, 2014, 04:22:19 PM
Got my flu shot.
Now I have autism.
Getting mine tomorrow. It's that or wear a mask all winter.
Apparently they have nasal, transdermal, AND preservative free options, but I'd have to head up to the hospital from the laundry facilities. Just plain old mercuric preservatives and a big 'ol scary needle for us laundry folk.
I've had a few over the last couple years now and haven't noticed any brain dablage whatsoever.
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 29, 2014, 08:49:59 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 29, 2014, 04:22:19 PM
Got my flu shot.
Now I have autism.
Getting mine tomorrow. It's that or wear a mask all winter.
Apparently they have nasal, transdermal, AND preservative free options, but I'd have to head up to the hospital from the laundry facilities. Just plain old mercuric preservatives and a big 'ol scary needle for us laundry folk.
I've had a few over the last couple years now and haven't noticed any brain dablage whatsoever.
I put it in my calendar to get mine last Tuesday, but I forgot and guess what? Now I have a splitting headache and a fever. :(
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 29, 2014, 10:50:25 PM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 29, 2014, 08:49:59 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 29, 2014, 04:22:19 PM
Got my flu shot.
Now I have autism.
Getting mine tomorrow. It's that or wear a mask all winter.
Apparently they have nasal, transdermal, AND preservative free options, but I'd have to head up to the hospital from the laundry facilities. Just plain old mercuric preservatives and a big 'ol scary needle for us laundry folk.
I've had a few over the last couple years now and haven't noticed any brain dablage whatsoever.
I put it in my calendar to get mine last Tuesday, but I forgot and guess what? Now I have a splitting headache and a fever. :(
:ebola:
ETA: Dang. We need to do something about that.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 29, 2014, 11:51:09 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 29, 2014, 10:50:25 PM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 29, 2014, 08:49:59 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 29, 2014, 04:22:19 PM
Got my flu shot.
Now I have autism.
Getting mine tomorrow. It's that or wear a mask all winter.
Apparently they have nasal, transdermal, AND preservative free options, but I'd have to head up to the hospital from the laundry facilities. Just plain old mercuric preservatives and a big 'ol scary needle for us laundry folk.
I've had a few over the last couple years now and haven't noticed any brain dablage whatsoever.
I put it in my calendar to get mine last Tuesday, but I forgot and guess what? Now I have a splitting headache and a fever. :(
:ebola:
ETA: Dang. We need to do something about that.
I'm hoping it doesn't get any worse and that it just serves as a warning to get my shot ASAP... I'll go to bed early tonight. They won't give me the vaccine if I'm sick, so I have to get better before I can get it.
Well, and we JUST hit the halfway mark on the term, which means midterms next week. :lol:
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 30, 2014, 12:10:04 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 29, 2014, 11:51:09 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 29, 2014, 10:50:25 PM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 29, 2014, 08:49:59 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 29, 2014, 04:22:19 PM
Got my flu shot.
Now I have autism.
Getting mine tomorrow. It's that or wear a mask all winter.
Apparently they have nasal, transdermal, AND preservative free options, but I'd have to head up to the hospital from the laundry facilities. Just plain old mercuric preservatives and a big 'ol scary needle for us laundry folk.
I've had a few over the last couple years now and haven't noticed any brain dablage whatsoever.
I put it in my calendar to get mine last Tuesday, but I forgot and guess what? Now I have a splitting headache and a fever. :(
:ebola:
ETA: Dang. We need to do something about that.
I'm hoping it doesn't get any worse and that it just serves as a warning to get my shot ASAP... I'll go to bed early tonight. They won't give me the vaccine if I'm sick, so I have to get better before I can get it.
Well, and we JUST hit the halfway mark on the term, which means midterms next week. :lol:
Your midterms are like MY jet mill.
Also, had to fire Tiny Killer Neckbeard today.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 12:52:41 AM
Also, had to fire Tiny Killer Neckbeard today.
:(
What happened?
Quote from: N E T on October 30, 2014, 12:56:03 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 12:52:41 AM
Also, had to fire Tiny Killer Neckbeard today.
:(
What happened?
He dropped the ball on some EPA regulatory shit. Again.
His head just wasn't in the game. That can be actually fatal in this biz.
ALSO:
Even though we are getting rid of the HCl plant, we are building a NITRIC ACID PLANT instead!
Yay! All the corrosiveness, PLUS toxic!
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:05:26 AM
ALSO:
Even though we are getting rid of the HCl plant, we are building a NITRIC ACID PLANT instead!
Yay! All the corrosiveness, PLUS toxic!
Do they have plans to sell the nitrate byproducts, or something?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:04:36 AM
Quote from: N E T on October 30, 2014, 12:56:03 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 12:52:41 AM
Also, had to fire Tiny Killer Neckbeard today.
:(
What happened?
He dropped the ball on some EPA regulatory shit. Again.
His head just wasn't in the game. That can be actually fatal in this biz.
From the stories you've told about your work, that fatality bit goes without saying.
You make me feel better about being a huge safety nerd.
Net,
just ordered neon yellow handlebars.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 30, 2014, 01:55:45 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:05:26 AM
ALSO:
Even though we are getting rid of the HCl plant, we are building a NITRIC ACID PLANT instead!
Yay! All the corrosiveness, PLUS toxic!
Do they have plans to sell the nitrate byproducts, or something?
Nope. It's used for a new treatment on our product. Hot stuff, apparently, but I don't understand the chemistry yet. I sort of learn this shit as I go along.
Quote from: N E T on October 30, 2014, 02:51:51 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:04:36 AM
Quote from: N E T on October 30, 2014, 12:56:03 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 12:52:41 AM
Also, had to fire Tiny Killer Neckbeard today.
:(
What happened?
He dropped the ball on some EPA regulatory shit. Again.
His head just wasn't in the game. That can be actually fatal in this biz.
From the stories you've told about your work, that fatality bit goes without saying.
You make me feel better about being a huge safety nerd.
Net,
just ordered neon yellow handlebars.
This kills me, see...Our safety guy worries about inconsequential shit, trying to make himself look useful, instead of just BEING useful. So I have to write all the procedures, etc.
Also, the safety guy tried to rat me out on the ethics hotline (he seems to be after my job), claiming I was abusing the sick time rules...I was in LA on actual business (of a sort, anyway, but it was official). I just didn't see fit to tell him where I was going, because it's none of his fucking business. Then he started ratting my guys out for vaping in non-smoking areas (which was a thing we were ignoring, and now we can't).
For some reason, this plant attracts two kinds of safety tech: weasels and drunks.
Anyway, then the silly bastard took a week of vacation, which the guys are using to form plots to make the stupid bastard miserable until he quits.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:04:36 AM
Quote from: N E T on October 30, 2014, 12:56:03 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 12:52:41 AM
Also, had to fire Tiny Killer Neckbeard today.
:(
What happened?
He dropped the ball on some EPA regulatory shit. Again.
His head just wasn't in the game. That can be actually fatal in this biz.
There are people who think Consequentialism isn't so bad, and then there are people who have to deal with regulations.
Basically, he was getting to the Next Big Thing, and ignoring the "that fucks with 27 lines of text that say not to do it that way."
Then again, I'm all regulatory, so I may be acting harsh.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 30, 2014, 03:46:28 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:04:36 AM
Quote from: N E T on October 30, 2014, 12:56:03 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 12:52:41 AM
Also, had to fire Tiny Killer Neckbeard today.
:(
What happened?
He dropped the ball on some EPA regulatory shit. Again.
His head just wasn't in the game. That can be actually fatal in this biz.
There are people who think Consequentialism isn't so bad, and then there are people who have to deal with regulations.
Basically, he was getting to the Next Big Thing, and ignoring the "that fucks with 27 lines of text that say not to do it that way."
Naw, he just didn't do the shit he was supposed to do. He fucked off and left some EPA inspections undone. Fortunately, the lab boss noticed that it wasn't done and did it, so we didn't wind up with ADEQ up our asses.
Second time that happened in 6 weeks. Sorry, gots to go.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 30, 2014, 03:48:19 AM
Then again, I'm all regulatory, so I may be acting harsh.
Nope. The shit is there for a reason, and bringing the EPA down on my head is a good way to go seeking other opportunities.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 03:39:43 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 30, 2014, 01:55:45 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:05:26 AM
ALSO:
Even though we are getting rid of the HCl plant, we are building a NITRIC ACID PLANT instead!
Yay! All the corrosiveness, PLUS toxic!
Do they have plans to sell the nitrate byproducts, or something?
Nope. It's used for a new treatment on our product. Hot stuff, apparently, but I don't understand the chemistry yet. I sort of learn this shit as I go along.
Weird. I don't think of nitric acid as that dangerous. I guess it all depends on what you're doing with it.
Blargh.
Just applied to work in a school again. For the same company I did when I was in London. Only, the job isn't in London, it's in Cambridge. Which is actually a fairly nice town, once you ignore the prats who go to University (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Cambridge#Politics) there and all the murders. Oh, no, wait, the murders is Oxford. Never mind.
Anyway, it's nicer than central London, and since it's impossible to have any less support than I did while I was in London, it may even be a tolerable job.
I love that Nick Griffin made it into that list with no explanation about him.
Anyway, I thought Cambridge was murders too, wasn't there some crap lately with a female serial killer?
Probably, but I was thinking of Inspector Morse.
Also, I'm debating whether to send off more job applications today, or spend it watching Gamer Poop videos.
Ah. It's early and I've been sharper.
I suggest dropping Gamer poop videos for the best of Ahnuld. I've pretty much written off today and I'll be spending it smoking while watching a Austrian man scream about CHOPPAS and the need to GET AUT.
i have a viewing of a 1 bedroom place for me and my cats tomorrow, and i'm looking to move in February, as the commute is killing Payne and he wants to live closer to work. i do not wish to live in rural Hampshire, and i think it'd be good for us to value each other's time rather than taking each other's faces for granted.
Can't you just wheel Payne into a storage shed for much cheaper and drop by once or twice a week to inject the nutrient rich sludge he feeds off of into his preservative tank? It might be better if he's away from population centers, for when his violent, anguished psychic dreams bleed into their sleeping hours.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on October 30, 2014, 12:45:53 PM
Can't you just wheel Payne into a storage shed for much cheaper and drop by once or twice a week to inject the nutrient rich sludge he feeds off of into his preservative tank? It might be better if he's away from population centers, for when his violent, anguished psychic dreams bleed into their sleeping hours.
apparently not. he has this thing called a job and locking him up isn't an option.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on October 30, 2014, 12:54:10 PM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on October 30, 2014, 12:45:53 PM
Can't you just wheel Payne into a storage shed for much cheaper and drop by once or twice a week to inject the nutrient rich sludge he feeds off of into his preservative tank? It might be better if he's away from population centers, for when his violent, anguished psychic dreams bleed into their sleeping hours.
apparently not. he has this thing called a job and locking him up isn't an option.
Silly me.
but i am really excited and hope i get this place, because sharing sucks.
lounge, bathroom, utility room, kitchen, bedroom, patio garden.
it is however slap bang in the middle of the red light district.
And it's the street where TV producers got egged by kids. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-28667996
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 30, 2014, 03:59:20 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 03:39:43 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 30, 2014, 01:55:45 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 01:05:26 AM
ALSO:
Even though we are getting rid of the HCl plant, we are building a NITRIC ACID PLANT instead!
Yay! All the corrosiveness, PLUS toxic!
Do they have plans to sell the nitrate byproducts, or something?
Nope. It's used for a new treatment on our product. Hot stuff, apparently, but I don't understand the chemistry yet. I sort of learn this shit as I go along.
Weird. I don't think of nitric acid as that dangerous. I guess it all depends on what you're doing with it.
In 5000 gallon doses, there aren't many acids that are safe. Also, seepage to atmosphere is far more serious than HCl.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on October 30, 2014, 12:34:27 PM
i have a viewing of a 1 bedroom place for me and my cats tomorrow, and i'm looking to move in February, as the commute is killing Payne and he wants to live closer to work. i do not wish to live in rural Hampshire, and i think it'd be good for us to value each other's time rather than taking each other's faces for granted.
I always find that living with people is torture. I don't even really enjoy living with my children; at least not the ones old enough to use the kitchen.
There's an opening for a lab tech in a local company that is experimenting with transgenic plants.
Unfortunately, I hate plants.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 30, 2014, 01:19:26 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on October 30, 2014, 12:34:27 PM
i have a viewing of a 1 bedroom place for me and my cats tomorrow, and i'm looking to move in February, as the commute is killing Payne and he wants to live closer to work. i do not wish to live in rural Hampshire, and i think it'd be good for us to value each other's time rather than taking each other's faces for granted.
I always find that living with people is torture. I don't even really enjoy living with my children; at least not the ones old enough to use the kitchen.
haha. yes.it looks big enough for a decent party as well from the ad.
I will be in New Orleans until Tuesday. Wish me luck.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 30, 2014, 01:58:18 PM
I will be in New Orleans until Tuesday. Wish me luck.
My fella just informed me that last night he dreamed that I texted him from Margherita, Arizona, saying that I was looking for "Marburg". Naturally, I thought of you.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 30, 2014, 01:58:18 PM
I will be in New Orleans until Tuesday. Wish me luck.
Have fun. Don't pick any fights with Vince.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on October 30, 2014, 01:27:42 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 30, 2014, 01:19:26 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on October 30, 2014, 12:34:27 PM
i have a viewing of a 1 bedroom place for me and my cats tomorrow, and i'm looking to move in February, as the commute is killing Payne and he wants to live closer to work. i do not wish to live in rural Hampshire, and i think it'd be good for us to value each other's time rather than taking each other's faces for granted.
I always find that living with people is torture. I don't even really enjoy living with my children; at least not the ones old enough to use the kitchen.
haha. yes.it looks big enough for a decent party as well from the ad.
Congratulations on the coming solitude. I'm a bit jealous.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 02:21:44 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 30, 2014, 01:58:18 PM
I will be in New Orleans until Tuesday. Wish me luck.
Have fun. Don't pick any fights with Vince.
Ah, Vince. I wouldn't even know where to begin looking.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 30, 2014, 06:11:25 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 30, 2014, 02:21:44 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on October 30, 2014, 01:58:18 PM
I will be in New Orleans until Tuesday. Wish me luck.
Have fun. Don't pick any fights with Vince.
Ah, Vince. I wouldn't even know where to begin looking.
Ask Hirley0. Vince doesn't spend a lot of time in this when, and I can't blame the guy.
Seriously, if you haven't been to New Orleans since 2005, prepare yourself for the K-Hole.
Is it still all fucked up and disaster damaged? I would hope not, but assume so.
Quote from: Junkenstein on October 30, 2014, 07:17:28 PM
Is it still all fucked up and disaster damaged? I would hope not, but assume so.
Yep. When seen from the air, it's still a wasteland.
Dok howl, what did you do to your hand?
Are you ok?
Turns out 5000L of nitric acid stings a bit, I'm guessing.
Quote from: Junkenstein on October 30, 2014, 09:43:08 PM
Turns out 5000L of nitric acid stings a bit, I'm guessing.
5000 gallons. Not your puny liters.
Quote from: Ragret on October 30, 2014, 09:14:59 PM
Dok howl, what did you do to your hand?
Are you ok?
I got a little clumsy lifting weights. Nothing serious.
Meh, you science folk with your liquids. I'm more interested in the tank than what's in it. Must be a decent tonnage in that plant all told. Be sure to call when it's on fire for the last time.
Quote from: Junkenstein on October 30, 2014, 10:27:42 PM
Meh, you science folk with your liquids. I'm more interested in the tank than what's in it. Must be a decent tonnage in that plant all told. Be sure to call when it's on fire for the last time.
As a maintenance geek, I am also concerned with the tank. And the secondary containment. And the tertiary containment.
But tank fires aren't a thing, here. Kiln burn-throughs, yeah, but not tank fires.
Holy Shit.
New job offer, the kind of offer you can't refuse.
I'm somewhat stunned and my heart's beating like a fucked clock. Solid client for years, plant demolitions in the bag in various parts of Europe. Life is looking to be interesting to say the least in the future.
Sounds good.
I've been invited to interview in Cambridge. Bit of a slog from down here, but it is on my day off so, eh, whatever.
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Good work that man.
Another year survived with the full capacity to inflict horror, fear and misfortune to those around you.
Get back to work.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
How old is that outside of Tucson?
Do you notice an unsettling amount of kids accumulating on your lawn? Possibly while rocking and/or rolling? :p
Happy birthday! :)
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on October 31, 2014, 03:33:01 PM
Do you notice an unsettling amount of kids accumulating on your lawn?
Not since I put the bear traps out.
Congrats Junky, Cain, and Roger.
Also, I am off to see Stiff Little Fingers now.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBYoNYuUVk0
http://www.drugfreeworld.org/real-life-stories/marijuana.html
:lulz:
RHWN's wet dream.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday sir. You're like the 4th or 5th Scorpio I'm acquainted with or better that has the 31 or Nov. 1 as a birthday. If you would like I could do a solar chart interpretation for you. I won't even look it up without your consent tho. Whatever one's ontological position on astrology it is still firmly in the 'none of your beeswax' category as far as I am concerned.
Hope birthday goes awesome!
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 05:41:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday sir. You're like the 4th or 5th Scorpio I'm acquainted with or better that has the 31 or Nov. 1 as a birthday. If you would like I could do a solar chart interpretation for you. I won't even look it up without your consent tho. Whatever one's ontological position on astrology it is still firmly in the 'none of your beeswax' category as far as I am concerned.
Hope birthday goes awesome!
No thanks. There's enough bullshit floating around without us making more.
Besides, I'm a Holy Man™. I already know the future.
Happy birthday, Roger.
Ripped a shifter cable on my bike yesterday. I can still ride it, but it's hanging on by a thread. I don't even know why I have all these goddamn gears—it's so flat here.
I think my next bike is going to be one of these single speed/fixies: http://www.straycatbicycles.com/
Quote from: Alty on October 31, 2014, 06:54:58 PM
Happy birthday, Roger.
Thanks. They don't seem as happy as they used to, though. :lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 05:45:52 PM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 05:41:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday sir. You're like the 4th or 5th Scorpio I'm acquainted with or better that has the 31 or Nov. 1 as a birthday. If you would like I could do a solar chart interpretation for you. I won't even look it up without your consent tho. Whatever one's ontological position on astrology it is still firmly in the 'none of your beeswax' category as far as I am concerned.
Hope birthday goes awesome!
No thanks. There's enough bullshit floating around without us making more.
Besides, I'm a Holy Man™. I already know the future.
Alrighty. Then perhaps you can instead impart to me some Holy wisdom. What general advice would you give a man more than a decade your junior as he stumbles about on this madhouse of a planet?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday! Just remember, a birthday means you're not dead yet, so congratulations! You did it!
Quote from: Junkenstein on October 31, 2014, 11:56:17 AM
Holy Shit.
New job offer, the kind of offer you can't refuse.
I'm somewhat stunned and my heart's beating like a fucked clock. Solid client for years, plant demolitions in the bag in various parts of Europe. Life is looking to be interesting to say the least in the future.
Congratulations to you as well!
Quote from: Cain on October 31, 2014, 12:15:22 PM
Sounds good.
I've been invited to interview in Cambridge. Bit of a slog from down here, but it is on my day off so, eh, whatever.
Good luck! Crossing my fingers for you!
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 08:01:56 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 05:45:52 PM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 05:41:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday sir. You're like the 4th or 5th Scorpio I'm acquainted with or better that has the 31 or Nov. 1 as a birthday. If you would like I could do a solar chart interpretation for you. I won't even look it up without your consent tho. Whatever one's ontological position on astrology it is still firmly in the 'none of your beeswax' category as far as I am concerned.
Hope birthday goes awesome!
No thanks. There's enough bullshit floating around without us making more.
Besides, I'm a Holy Man™. I already know the future.
Alrighty. Then perhaps you can instead impart to me some Holy wisdom. What general advice would you give a man more than a decade your junior as he stumbles about on this madhouse of a planet?
Take good care of your teeth.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on October 31, 2014, 11:52:37 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday! Just remember, a birthday means you're not dead yet, so congratulations! You did it!
:tgrr:
The new windows update took my cursor away.
Thanks, Microsoft, you fucking gasbags. Do you have any idea how annoying this is? Of course you do. You're fucking Microsoft.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 01, 2014, 12:36:25 AM
The new windows update took my cursor away.
Thanks, Microsoft, you fucking gasbags. Do you have any idea how annoying this is? Of course you do. You're fucking Microsoft.
They're like the longest troll ever. :lol:
I posted this in Literate Chaotic, but then I realized that nobody looks in that sub.
Read this story. Read it. It's probably one of the worst stories I've ever read, and that's saying something. Read it. Read it.
hxxp://www.thevoicebeforethevoid.net/north-dakota-devils-lake-2013-october-by-the-voice-before-the-void/
I realize that not everyone loves terrible literature the way I do, and I admit that this is no DelGotha, but it's BAD. And the whole website it's from seems to be essentially a hotbed of terribleness.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 01, 2014, 05:12:06 AM
I posted this in Literate Chaotic, but then I realized that nobody looks in that sub.
Read this story. Read it. It's probably one of the worst stories I've ever read, and that's saying something. Read it. Read it.
hxxp://www.thevoicebeforethevoid.net/north-dakota-devils-lake-2013-october-by-the-voice-before-the-void/
As a story I've read worse.. but this one was more like a narrative pretext to the weird rite\rant than a proper story.
It did strike a chord of defiance of the preternatural that I kinda liked. .. but would have been a better story if it had a conflict the 'protagonist' got screwed over.
entertaining as hell though!
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 01, 2014, 12:34:14 AM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 08:01:56 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 05:45:52 PM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 05:41:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday sir. You're like the 4th or 5th Scorpio I'm acquainted with or better that has the 31 or Nov. 1 as a birthday. If you would like I could do a solar chart interpretation for you. I won't even look it up without your consent tho. Whatever one's ontological position on astrology it is still firmly in the 'none of your beeswax' category as far as I am concerned.
Hope birthday goes awesome!
No thanks. There's enough bullshit floating around without us making more.
Besides, I'm a Holy Man™. I already know the future.
Alrighty. Then perhaps you can instead impart to me some Holy wisdom. What general advice would you give a man more than a decade your junior as he stumbles about on this madhouse of a planet?
Take good care of your teeth.
I try.. I will try harder. Thanks! I really hadn't considered it much in the long view, but it's technically more pressing and valuable than getting car work done in the long term and the garage and dentist are about the same range of up front cost. Huh.
The weird part is you're not the first conversational reminder I've had today...maybe third.
It would have been a better story if the writing was not so self-indulgent and the storyline so cringingly cliched and full of juvenile shoegazing and the element of woo and self-consciously made up words.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 01, 2014, 12:34:14 AM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 08:01:56 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 05:45:52 PM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on October 31, 2014, 05:41:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on October 31, 2014, 03:08:57 PM
I turned 46 today. :sad:
Happy birthday sir. You're like the 4th or 5th Scorpio I'm acquainted with or better that has the 31 or Nov. 1 as a birthday. If you would like I could do a solar chart interpretation for you. I won't even look it up without your consent tho. Whatever one's ontological position on astrology it is still firmly in the 'none of your beeswax' category as far as I am concerned.
Hope birthday goes awesome!
No thanks. There's enough bullshit floating around without us making more.
Besides, I'm a Holy Man™. I already know the future.
Alrighty. Then perhaps you can instead impart to me some Holy wisdom. What general advice would you give a man more than a decade your junior as he stumbles about on this madhouse of a planet?
Take good care of your teeth.
That is pretty much the best fucking advice ever.
A lot of people don't go to the dentist for years and years because they think they can't afford to get anything fixed, but the reality is that it's worth paying the $50 or so out of pocket every year for a good cleaning, because even if you have cavities that you can't get fixed, the cleaning and decent in-between care can help prevent them from getting worse, and prevent gum disease from forming, and a host of other issues.
In other words, it's smart to brush and floss every day, and get your teeth cleaned annually, even if you can't afford X-rays or fillings. Because what really sucks is being in your 40's and starting to lose teeth.
Im extremely dissapointed with pd and its content, talking about lesbians that like dick, how to cook diseased javelinas without getting aids and ebola, loons that want to rape, industrial accidents, syria, and the only thing i ever wanted was to learn Nixon style ballet and some sculpting.
My Lesbian Pet Javelina Got Ebola and Married Richard Nixon in Syria - One Industrial Rapists Horror Story.
Viewing was awful. "flat" was NYC tiny, and just as expensive. an end of terrace old 2 up, 2 down with extension divided into 4 "flats"
there's a 2 bedroom place 4 doors up my street going for £565 and is 15 quid more than the tiny "flat" but both my parental units are retired and are useless as guarantors.
my IBS hates house hunting :s
Quote from: Cain on November 01, 2014, 06:46:06 AM
My Lesbian Pet Javelina Got Ebola and Married Richard Nixon in Syria - One Industrial Rapists Horror Story.
:lulz:
And THAT is how a Nixon do.
Finally a whole weekend! Just worked the last 12 days. Done with overtime for at least a whole pay period so as not to burn out. There will be plenty more available when the holidays hit to be sure. Trying to fight the urge to just lay here and not exactly winning. Feels nice though.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 01, 2014, 05:59:37 AM
It would have been a better story if the writing was not so self-indulgent and the storyline so cringingly cliched and full of juvenile shoegazing and the element of woo and self-consciously made up words.
Right. See I was thinking it would be better if he had tried that stupid shit and the entity turned out to be the ghost of some Santo that gets all 'oh really fool?' with him and causes scorpions to crawl out of his cock for his presumption. Then it would at least be maybe a decent morality tale.
:lol: That would have improved it vastly. Instead it basically ends at ZOMG THERE'S NOTHING MORE TRAGIC THAN BEING ALIVE! OHHH THE HORRORS! :emo:
Quote from: Cain on November 01, 2014, 06:46:06 AM
My Lesbian Pet Javelina Got Ebola and Married Richard Nixon in Syria - One Industrial Rapists Horror Story.
:lulz:
Quote from: Cain on November 01, 2014, 06:46:06 AM
My Lesbian Pet Javelina Got Ebola and Married Richard Nixon in Syria - One Industrial Rapists Horror Story.
Next Open Bar title.
Quote from: The Johnny on November 01, 2014, 06:35:33 AM
Im extremely dissapointed with pd and its content, talking about lesbians that like dick, how to cook diseased javelinas without getting aids and ebola, loons that want to rape, industrial accidents, syria, and the only thing i ever wanted was to learn Nixon style ballet and some sculpting.
Oddly enough I think this is the reaction most visitors to the site have. :lol:
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on November 01, 2014, 03:56:22 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 01, 2014, 06:46:06 AM
My Lesbian Pet Javelina Got Ebola and Married Richard Nixon in Syria - One Industrial Rapists Horror Story.
Next Open Bar title.
WINNER!
Facebook is irritating the crap out of me tonight. You can't actually TURN OFF chat, and if you're online any message someone tries to send you there pops up in a chat window.
I'm trying to read my mol bio reading, which for this week is 120 pages of dense, and I like to give my brain a rest by looking at something that's not this every five pages or so. Facebook has taken over the internet, so everywhere else I go is dead, but if I go there it's a constant barrage of "hey what's up? I'm bored" and "guess what I ate today" instant messages, and there seems to be NO WAY of turning it off.
Ruby/Lena tried to reg again. I ain't approving her. I won't crab if someone else does, but I'm not taking responsibility for that train wreck.
:lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 02, 2014, 02:52:42 AM
Ruby/Lena tried to reg again. I ain't approving her. I won't crab if someone else does, but I'm not taking responsibility for that train wreck.
:lulz:
Wow... does it assume everyone else in the word has a shorter memory than it does? I wonder...
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 02, 2014, 05:31:04 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 02, 2014, 02:52:42 AM
Ruby/Lena tried to reg again. I ain't approving her. I won't crab if someone else does, but I'm not taking responsibility for that train wreck.
:lulz:
Wow... does it assume everyone else in the word has a shorter memory than it does? I wonder...
When was them a thing?
Quote from: Dodo Argentino on November 02, 2014, 07:21:46 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 02, 2014, 05:31:04 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 02, 2014, 02:52:42 AM
Ruby/Lena tried to reg again. I ain't approving her. I won't crab if someone else does, but I'm not taking responsibility for that train wreck.
:lulz:
Wow... does it assume everyone else in the word has a shorter memory than it does? I wonder...
When was them a thing?
A few years ago, maybe 2010?
A friend of mine is supposed to be registering sometime around now, so if you see someone with a Portland IP it's probably her. FYI.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 02, 2014, 04:26:16 PM
A friend of mine is supposed to be registering sometime around now, so if you see someone with a Portland IP it's probably her. FYI.
This was a questionable Illinois IP addie.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 02, 2014, 05:31:04 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 02, 2014, 02:52:42 AM
Ruby/Lena tried to reg again. I ain't approving her. I won't crab if someone else does, but I'm not taking responsibility for that train wreck.
:lulz:
Wow... does it assume everyone else in the word has a shorter memory than it does? I wonder...
She logged in as "Mistress Lena", so probably not.
Just listened to Lorde's Royals and Team.
Nice voice, and she has a very Amy Lee-esque sense of doom in her work.
8/10, would listen again.
Just got back from another trip to the pool. 800 yards! 400 freestyle and 400 backstroke, alternating every 100 yards. I feel less jelly-like today, too. Maybe this will be a smoother transition back than I thought.
Quote from: The Suu on November 03, 2014, 08:24:25 PM
Just got back from another trip to the pool. 800 yards! 400 freestyle and 400 backstroke, alternating every 100 yards. I feel less jelly-like today, too. Maybe this will be a smoother transition back than I thought.
Got my refill yesterday for my thyroid meds. Apparently we test ever year not every 6 months. Letting you know ahead of time in case you need to start scrapping cash for the blood work etc.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 03, 2014, 07:04:21 PM
Just listened to Lorde's Royals and Team.
Nice voice, and she has a very Amy Lee-esque sense of doom in her work.
8/10, would listen again.
I like her.
Today my Ochem professor (WHO I ADORE) told the class that his research team has a paper coming out this week that will make the news, and that if we don't hear about it by class time on Friday he'll tell us about it.
I am so excited to find out what it is!
He always looks like he's laughing on the inside.
OOoo I found a cartoon someone drew of him. You have to imagine a fat jolly old man saying this in a Brooklyn accent:
(http://www.drawyourprofessor.com/Robert-Strongin.png)
I'm back. Was awesome fun.
I'm also a year older as of 11/1. Not as fun. It appears I may now be mortal.
DUTCH SPAGS - I could do with discussing a few things with one of you. PM me.
And good to see you LMNO. And congratulations. Trip highlights?
I got a shot today. Then I got flowers from my husband.
Oh, and my official diagnosis is Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. That means my immune system is so fucking METAL that it's killing my thyroid. :kingmeh:
Homeopaths on their way to West Africa (http://www.breitbart.com/Breitbart-London/2014/10/28/Ebola-crisis-averted-the-homeopaths-are-on-their-way)
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA :horrormirth:
Quote from: Hello Waffles on November 04, 2014, 09:42:06 PM
Homeopaths on their way to West Africa (http://www.breitbart.com/Breitbart-London/2014/10/28/Ebola-crisis-averted-the-homeopaths-are-on-their-way)
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA :horrormirth:
Yeah, this came out a little while ago.
There's also a drive here in the states to fund enough "essential oils" to end the outbreak.
As a historian, which isn't a doctor, let me tell you fuckers about essential oils. Their whole, "anti-disease!" rhteroic goes back to the fucking Middle Ages, when the French thieves wore a blend of oils to ward off the plague. They never caught it, so when they finally got caught and told the king what they did, he was AMAZEBALLED.
Here's the thing, it wasn't medicine. It wasn't helping their fucking immune systems. It wasn't killing the goddamn disease, goddamnit. It was clove and cinnamon oils and some tree resins. For fuck's sake, it was insect repellant. It was repelling the fucking fleas that carried the shit. DEET does that shit for you, today,all chemical like.
People who believe in fucking essential oils are believing in medicine from the fucking DARK AGES.
You know what they are? The weakest fucking link. These shitsucking hippie shits are gonna diiiiiiiie. And my immunized DEET wearing ass is gonna laugh. And that's okay.
THANK YOU DARWIN.
-Sincerely,
Suu, drunk on red, red, wine.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 04, 2014, 05:03:37 PM
I'm back. Was awesome fun.
I'm also a year older as of 11/1. Not as fun. It appears I may now be mortal.
Happy Belated Birthday, LMNO. Glad you had some awesome fun. :D
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 04, 2014, 05:03:37 PM
I'm back. Was awesome fun.
I'm also a year older as of 11/1. Not as fun. It appears I may now be mortal.
Cry me a river. I turned 46 the day before. :rogpipe:
You know what I really love is when I have to get up at buttfuck-thirty to go home before I go to school, and a motherfucker pouts and whines and clings because I have to go. It's fuckng toddler behavior. Like pouting and whining at me is going to make me happier about being up at five fucking thirty.
I think that's about the time I'll be getting on the train tomorrow. :sad: Upside - no teenagers until at least 10am in the morning.
Looks like, if I get this job, there are only 9 students to look after, and they're all between 14-16 in age. I can totally handle that. And going over the handbook, they even have an actual "what to do if students don't turn up for curfew" policy, which puts them leagues ahead of London.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 04, 2014, 05:15:46 PM
DUTCH SPAGS - I could do with discussing a few things with one of you. PM me.
And good to see you LMNO. And congratulations. Trip highlights?
Pretty much this:
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10204445071181825&pnref=story
Happy birthday LMNO. Congratulations on not being dead yet!
Quote from: Cain on November 05, 2014, 12:56:25 PM
I think that's about the time I'll be getting on the train tomorrow. :sad: Upside - no teenagers until at least 10am in the morning.
Looks like, if I get this job, there are only 9 students to look after, and they're all between 14-16 in age. I can totally handle that. And going over the handbook, they even have an actual "what to do if students don't turn up for curfew" policy, which puts them leagues ahead of London.
It's no time for a human being to be awake. Not even a chronic insomniac. I am basically full of resentment at the world now.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 12:52:05 PM
You know what I really love is when I have to get up at buttfuck-thirty to go home before I go to school, and a motherfucker pouts and whines and clings because I have to go. It's fuckng toddler behavior. Like pouting and whining at me is going to make me happier about being up at five fucking thirty.
Romance isn't dead, it's just laying in a coma with a Nigel-shaped indentation in it's FACE.
:lulz:
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 01:20:45 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 05, 2014, 12:56:25 PM
I think that's about the time I'll be getting on the train tomorrow. :sad: Upside - no teenagers until at least 10am in the morning.
Looks like, if I get this job, there are only 9 students to look after, and they're all between 14-16 in age. I can totally handle that. And going over the handbook, they even have an actual "what to do if students don't turn up for curfew" policy, which puts them leagues ahead of London.
It's no time for a human being to be awake. Not even a chronic insomniac. I am basically full of resentment at the world now.
It is a hideous time. I can sympathise, because my current early shift involves getting up at 4:30 in the morning (usually for a piddling 2-3 hour shift), all while my cat is trying to hump my leg or whatever it is she does due to her Fatal Attraction-esque infatuation with me. While I try not to wake the rest of the house.
At least I can drop kick the cat out the window when she gets too annoying.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 02:11:57 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 12:52:05 PM
You know what I really love is when I have to get up at buttfuck-thirty to go home before I go to school, and a motherfucker pouts and whines and clings because I have to go. It's fuckng toddler behavior. Like pouting and whining at me is going to make me happier about being up at five fucking thirty.
Romance isn't dead, it's just laying in a coma with a Nigel-shaped indentation in it's FACE.
:lulz:
:lulz:
Quote from: Cain on November 05, 2014, 02:30:31 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 01:20:45 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 05, 2014, 12:56:25 PM
I think that's about the time I'll be getting on the train tomorrow. :sad: Upside - no teenagers until at least 10am in the morning.
Looks like, if I get this job, there are only 9 students to look after, and they're all between 14-16 in age. I can totally handle that. And going over the handbook, they even have an actual "what to do if students don't turn up for curfew" policy, which puts them leagues ahead of London.
It's no time for a human being to be awake. Not even a chronic insomniac. I am basically full of resentment at the world now.
It is a hideous time. I can sympathise, because my current early shift involves getting up at 4:30 in the morning (usually for a piddling 2-3 hour shift), all while my cat is trying to hump my leg or whatever it is she does due to her Fatal Attraction-esque infatuation with me. While I try not to wake the rest of the house.
At least I can drop kick the cat out the window when she gets too annoying.
4:30 is fucking awful. That's not humane and should be outlawed.
I am a human being who will gladly get up at 7:00 or even 6:30 without complaining. But any earlier than that is unfuckingacceptable.
I'm feeling a little sick today from my MMR booster yesterday. I think I may leave early.
I'd like to thank the anti-vaccine movement and my schools' inability to read shot records properly.
Quote from: The Suu on November 04, 2014, 10:25:27 PM
People who believe in fucking essential oils are believing in medicine from the fucking DARK AGES.
You do realize that this is a selling point, right?
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Also Happy belated's on the LMNO and Herr Doktor.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 04:30:07 PM
I am a human being who will gladly get up at 7:00 or even 6:30 without complaining. But any earlier than that is unfuckingacceptable.
I'm comfortable with 9AM.
My company isn't. :sad:
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 05, 2014, 04:40:26 PM
Quote from: The Suu on November 04, 2014, 10:25:27 PM
People who believe in fucking essential oils are believing in medicine from the fucking DARK AGES.
You do realize that this is a selling point, right?
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Also Happy belated's on the LMNO and Herr Doktor.
1. "TRADITIONAL MEDICINE!" Like bleeding!
2. Thanks.
Having a hoot on FB Athiest 411.
I have managed to poke a hipster into arguing that a child should always be respectful, even while being abducted.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 05, 2014, 04:40:26 PM
Quote from: The Suu on November 04, 2014, 10:25:27 PM
People who believe in fucking essential oils are believing in medicine from the fucking DARK AGES.
You do realize that this is a selling point, right?
-----------
Also Happy belated's on the LMNO and Herr Doktor.
If only we could ship them back to the Dark Ages.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 04:45:06 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 05, 2014, 04:40:26 PM
Quote from: The Suu on November 04, 2014, 10:25:27 PM
People who believe in fucking essential oils are believing in medicine from the fucking DARK AGES.
You do realize that this is a selling point, right?
-----------
Also Happy belated's on the LMNO and Herr Doktor.
1. "TRADITIONAL MEDICINE!" Like bleeding!
2. Thanks.
Kinda reminds me of when Richter was going to market a home trepaning system.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 04:47:36 PM
Having a hoot on FB Athiest 411.
I have managed to poke a hipster into arguing that a child should always be respectful, even while being abducted.
:lol: What the shit?
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 04:58:39 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 04:47:36 PM
Having a hoot on FB Athiest 411.
I have managed to poke a hipster into arguing that a child should always be respectful, even while being abducted.
:lol: What the shit?
There's this viral video that has a street preacher with an annoying PA system, blasting it at people in a park. This little girl walks over and tells the guy to shut up, in about 30 different ways ("PIE HOLE SHOULD BE CLOSED" :lulz: ). I have no idea if it was staged.
Anyway, a few of the more ukelele-minded members decided that this was terribly disrespectful, and said that anyone who disagreed was an awful parent.
I asked if kids should ALWAYS be respectful. They said yes. I asked if that included a kid being abducted, should the kid respectfully submit or respectfully ask to be released.
One person, a woman, said "Yes".
:lulz: and :horrormirth:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 05:03:13 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 04:58:39 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 04:47:36 PM
Having a hoot on FB Athiest 411.
I have managed to poke a hipster into arguing that a child should always be respectful, even while being abducted.
:lol: What the shit?
There's this viral video that has a street preacher with an annoying PA system, blasting it at people in a park. This little girl walks over and tells the guy to shut up, in about 30 different ways ("PIE HOLE SHOULD BE CLOSED" :lulz: ). I have no idea if it was staged.
Anyway, a few of the more ukelele-minded members decided that this was terribly disrespectful, and said that anyone who disagreed was an awful parent.
I asked if kids should ALWAYS be respectful. They said yes. I asked if that included a kid being abducted, should the kid respectfully submit or respectfully ask to be released.
One person, a woman, said "Yes".
:lulz: and :horrormirth:
:horrormirth: shoot me now.
Well, see you spags on Friday. Chances are I'll be travelling all of tomorrow (4 hours there, 4 hours back, unknown amount of time on site) so I wont be around.
Quote from: Cain on November 05, 2014, 07:00:44 PM
Well, see you spags on Friday. Chances are I'll be travelling all of tomorrow (4 hours there, 4 hours back, unknown amount of time on site) so I wont be around.
Have as much fun as is possible. :wave:
Quote from: Cain on November 05, 2014, 07:00:44 PM
Well, see you spags on Friday. Chances are I'll be travelling all of tomorrow (4 hours there, 4 hours back, unknown amount of time on site) so I wont be around.
Good luck that man. Hope all goes better than planned.
Be sure to set something on fire!
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 05:03:13 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 04:58:39 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 04:47:36 PM
Having a hoot on FB Athiest 411.
I have managed to poke a hipster into arguing that a child should always be respectful, even while being abducted.
:lol: What the shit?
There's this viral video that has a street preacher with an annoying PA system, blasting it at people in a park. This little girl walks over and tells the guy to shut up, in about 30 different ways ("PIE HOLE SHOULD BE CLOSED" :lulz: ). I have no idea if it was staged.
Anyway, a few of the more ukelele-minded members decided that this was terribly disrespectful, and said that anyone who disagreed was an awful parent.
I asked if kids should ALWAYS be respectful. They said yes. I asked if that included a kid being abducted, should the kid respectfully submit or respectfully ask to be released.
One person, a woman, said "Yes".
:lulz: and :horrormirth:
You should show them this: http://www.slate.com/blogs/xx_factor/2014/10/23/watch_little_girls_swear_for_feminism_fckh8_ad_girls_dress_in_princess_costumes.html
And watch their veins pop.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 08:22:33 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 05:03:13 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 04:58:39 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 04:47:36 PM
Having a hoot on FB Athiest 411.
I have managed to poke a hipster into arguing that a child should always be respectful, even while being abducted.
:lol: What the shit?
There's this viral video that has a street preacher with an annoying PA system, blasting it at people in a park. This little girl walks over and tells the guy to shut up, in about 30 different ways ("PIE HOLE SHOULD BE CLOSED" :lulz: ). I have no idea if it was staged.
Anyway, a few of the more ukelele-minded members decided that this was terribly disrespectful, and said that anyone who disagreed was an awful parent.
I asked if kids should ALWAYS be respectful. They said yes. I asked if that included a kid being abducted, should the kid respectfully submit or respectfully ask to be released.
One person, a woman, said "Yes".
:lulz: and :horrormirth:
You should show them this: http://www.slate.com/blogs/xx_factor/2014/10/23/watch_little_girls_swear_for_feminism_fckh8_ad_girls_dress_in_princess_costumes.html
And watch their veins pop.
I've seen that. It's AWESOME.
I just woke up from a really fucking disturbing dream.
I don't remember the whole context, but my grandmother's body was lying in a boat by the water, and my sister and I had to climb down there to put lipstick on her. (Context: My aunt put lipstick on her at the funeral home because they forgot it.)
So we get down there. Some kind of party is going on. I think we're with one of my cousins, but I don't know for sure. For whatever reason, her lips were painted white, or, they forgot the funerary makeup and it was her natural skin. Whatever. So we lean over to do what we need to, and her eyes open a bit to reveal the typical demonic black shiny eye, and she snorts a bit, and goes back to dead. Just like that. My sister jumps back and screams, and I pretty much do the same.
In the background, I hear my mom go, "Don't worry, dead bodies do that all the time."
:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:
That was it. I was out of bed and in the bathroom staring at the mirror like WTF.
I just got Kai'd last night.
Young guy I know on FB, working on his doctorate, up and announces that you can't call yourself a scientist without a PhD. I thought he was joking at first, but he went on a tear about how all non-PhDs are essentially bottle washers that have to have things explained in minute detail.
It's worth mentioning that he has no work history in his field.
"Scientist, eh? May I see your papers, please?"
/
:chickenhawk:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 06, 2014, 01:03:01 PM
I just got Kai'd last night.
Young guy I know on FB, working on his doctorate, up and announces that you can't call yourself a scientist without a PhD. I thought he was joking at first, but he went on a tear about how all non-PhDs are essentially bottle washers that have to have things explained in minute detail.
It's worth mentioning that he has no work history in his field.
I wonder what all of those giants whose shoulders we stand on got their PhDs in.
You should ask him what his thoughts on Bill Nye are, since he only has a bachelors in mechanical engineering. Maybe he should call himself Bill Nye the Regular Guy.
Hah. My professor just the other day said that a historian is someone who likes history enough to keep reading and writing about it. No degree required, it just looks better.
My dad is a chemist and a metallurgist specialist. He has an associates from the 70s, but his experience speaks for itself. There's no reason why I would never refer to him as a scientist. He does science for a living. I mean for fuck's sake, NASA trusts him.
I'm a scientist marrying a man.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 06, 2014, 01:03:01 PM
I just got Kai'd last night.
Young guy I know on FB, working on his doctorate, up and announces that you can't call yourself a scientist without a PhD. I thought he was joking at first, but he went on a tear about how all non-PhDs are essentially bottle washers that have to have things explained in minute detail.
It's worth mentioning that he has no work history in his field.
That's funny, because I had a conversation with my study buddy about this yesterday. It was along the lines of "are science educators also scientists?" because two of the best professors we've ever had were dedicated educators; one of them has a PhD and the other a Masters, but both of them teach because teaching is what they love to do, rather than, as most science professors do, teach because they're required to teach by the university as a stipulation of being able to do research there. Bill Nye, Richard Dawkins, and Neil deGrasse Tyson all came up. I was taking the perspective that if a person applies the scientific method while practicing inquiry, they are doing science - they are a scientist. He was taking the perspective that if you have a PhD in science, you're a scientist. Ultimately we both abandoned our perspectives because, as he said, dividing ourselves into categories based on semi-arbitrary boundaries with conditions that are inconsistent from individual to individual is unproductive.
As for being a glorified bottle-washer... perhaps that's how he felt about his own undergraduate experience. At my university, there is a strong emphasis on undergraduate research and undergrads are encouraged to undertake their own research projects, and to publish and present.
It's also possible that he was a glorified bottle washer because his professors didn't see him as competent enough to trust him with more significant tasks.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on November 06, 2014, 02:51:03 PM
It's also possible that he was a glorified bottle washer because his professors didn't see him as competent enough to trust him with more significant tasks.
Possible, especially if his perception is that they have to be walked through everything.
Also, I have to inquire a little further... how is it that he is working on a PhD and has no work experience? In the fields I'm familiar with, PhD training, after a year of classes, almost entirely consists of working in the field. Which means washing bottles in the lab and doing whatever else the senior grad student tells you to do. Is he in his first year? I'm almost willing to bet he's only just started, which means he is riding high on a wave of superiority that will come crashing down in his second year.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 06, 2014, 02:54:57 PM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on November 06, 2014, 02:51:03 PM
It's also possible that he was a glorified bottle washer because his professors didn't see him as competent enough to trust him with more significant tasks.
Possible, especially if his perception is that they have to be walked through everything.
But if that's the case, I wonder how he even managed to get into a PhD program.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 06, 2014, 02:11:08 PM
You should ask him what his thoughts on Bill Nye are, since he only has a bachelors in mechanical engineering. Maybe he should call himself Bill Nye the Regular Guy.
He was specifically talking about Bill Nye.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 06, 2014, 02:56:15 PM
Also, I have to inquire a little further... how is it that he is working on a PhD and has no work experience? In the fields I'm familiar with, PhD training, after a year of classes, almost entirely consists of working in the field. Which means washing bottles in the lab and doing whatever else the senior grad student tells you to do. Is he in his first year? I'm almost willing to bet he's only just started, which means he is riding high on a wave of superiority that will come crashing down in his second year.
He has in fact only just begun his graduate work.
Also, the Christmas season is OFFICIALLY on.
Dok,
Knows the starting gun is when you hear the year's first iteration of Hard Rock Candy Christmas.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 06, 2014, 02:59:40 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 06, 2014, 02:56:15 PM
Also, I have to inquire a little further... how is it that he is working on a PhD and has no work experience? In the fields I'm familiar with, PhD training, after a year of classes, almost entirely consists of working in the field. Which means washing bottles in the lab and doing whatever else the senior grad student tells you to do. Is he in his first year? I'm almost willing to bet he's only just started, which means he is riding high on a wave of superiority that will come crashing down in his second year.
He has in fact only just begun his graduate work.
That'll be fun for him when he pulls his head out of his ass, or has it forcibly removed by his advisor. :lol:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 06, 2014, 02:58:59 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 06, 2014, 02:11:08 PM
You should ask him what his thoughts on Bill Nye are, since he only has a bachelors in mechanical engineering. Maybe he should call himself Bill Nye the Regular Guy.
He was specifically talking about Bill Nye.
I'm not exactly sure whether Bill Nye is a "scientist", but he doesn't call himself one. He's definitely a science educator, though, which lumps him firmly in the SCIENCE camp.
If you feel like going there, he's techically the "Science Guy" not the "Scientist Guy", so unless he wants to shift the goalposts to say that only scientists can do science, he can go shit in his hat.
I'm really surprised with his attitude. Sure I've seen elitism around funding and stuff for peoples phd/msc level but to actually say anyone less then a post doc isn't a scientist is baffling.
What was the title of his thesis? Because I would be very interested in reading his valuable contribution to the scientific community and why it qualifies him as a scientist over everyone else.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 08:22:33 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 05:03:13 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 05, 2014, 04:58:39 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 05, 2014, 04:47:36 PM
Having a hoot on FB Athiest 411.
I have managed to poke a hipster into arguing that a child should always be respectful, even while being abducted.
:lol: What the shit?
There's this viral video that has a street preacher with an annoying PA system, blasting it at people in a park. This little girl walks over and tells the guy to shut up, in about 30 different ways ("PIE HOLE SHOULD BE CLOSED" :lulz: ). I have no idea if it was staged.
Anyway, a few of the more ukelele-minded members decided that this was terribly disrespectful, and said that anyone who disagreed was an awful parent.
I asked if kids should ALWAYS be respectful. They said yes. I asked if that included a kid being abducted, should the kid respectfully submit or respectfully ask to be released.
One person, a woman, said "Yes".
:lulz: and :horrormirth:
You should show them this: http://www.slate.com/blogs/xx_factor/2014/10/23/watch_little_girls_swear_for_feminism_fckh8_ad_girls_dress_in_princess_costumes.html
And watch their veins pop.
Oddly enough, I first saw this in TDS where several people in there were totally appalled. All the completely deplorable shit that's SOP in that hole, and pretty princesses saying fuck was just intolerable. One dude said he got so mad he had to go for a walk just to calm down.
If I were a more cynical person, I might be tempted to think it was the feminist message that was the problem--more than the OMG THE CHILDREN...
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 06, 2014, 04:19:42 PM
If I were a more cynical person, I might be tempted to think it was the feminist message that was the problem--more than the OMG THE CHILDREN...
That's exactly what it was. TDS is stuffed to the fucking gills with guys who fear women.
HOW DARE THOSE UPPITY LITTLE BITCHES SWEET LITTLE GIRLS DEMAND EQUAL TREATMENT BE RUTHLESSLY EXPLOITED BY THE SLUT WHORE PROFITEERING FEMINAZIS MONEYGRUBBERS WHO PUT THEM UP TO THIS?
I'm currently exposing Midsister to different angles to the concept of history (but not the narrative of history).
This all results from the fact that I found out that dad's hometown is also the hometown to the founder of the Mexican Army's Saint Patrick's Brigade (http://"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Battalion") after leaving both the British Army and the United States Army, and that dad's hometown flies the Mexican flag once a year to honor him.
(http://blog.holist.hu/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Alex-and-Moki.jpg)
Dog no. 3 (on the right, result of a nagging four-year old who wanted a dog that she could walk without being dragged along) chilling with dog no. 2. Weight ratio: about 14. Friendliness factor: infinity and beyond.
Old dog lady no. 2 is out of frame, very pleased that no. 2 now has someone else to pester.
Very cute beasts!
ALL I WANT TO DO IS SLEEP WHY DO CHILD TAKE BATH AT 9:30????
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 07, 2014, 04:40:40 AM
ALL I WANT TO DO IS SLEEP WHY DO CHILD TAKE BATH AT 9:30????
BATHING IS MORNING STUFF, THAT'S JUST WEIRD.
YOU'RE ONLY GOING TO GO INTO BED WHERE YOU STAY PUT FOR ABOUT 8 HOURS, FART, SNEEZE, DROOL AND PROBABLY RUB ONE OUT.
LOGICALLY YOU BATHE AFTER ALL OF THAT.
So, I've finally made an edit to Wikipedia :lulz:
(http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa66/dracolupus/lou_zpsd423a5fa.jpg)
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 07, 2014, 04:40:40 AM
ALL I WANT TO DO IS SLEEP WHY DO CHILD TAKE BATH AT 9:30????
THAT QUESTION HAS CROSSED MY MIND VERY OFTEN!%!
also, variations involving 10, 10.30 and even larger numbers. :)
My day so far:
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q84/s261x260/10505294_813113595406965_2729406663622187551_n.jpg?oh=40fc1f83436590791476b3dd693dbf7f&oe=54DD438D)
Quote from: Dodo Argentino on November 07, 2014, 12:12:38 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 07, 2014, 04:40:40 AM
ALL I WANT TO DO IS SLEEP WHY DO CHILD TAKE BATH AT 9:30????
THAT QUESTION HAS CROSSED MY MIND VERY OFTEN!%!
also, variations involving 10, 10.30 and even larger numbers. :)
I just don't get this SUDDEN URGENT DESIRE TO BE CLEAN AND FANCY. Especially when it is preceded by "not telling anyone" and "slipping silently into the bathroom".
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 03:12:21 PM
My day so far:
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q84/s261x260/10505294_813113595406965_2729406663622187551_n.jpg?oh=40fc1f83436590791476b3dd693dbf7f&oe=54DD438D)
Well that looks promising...
I just envison a giant cat perched on the balcony...
(http://cdn.themetapicture.com/media/funny-gif-cats-knocking-over-wallet.gif)
Pain down to only my bottom half of shin, and ankle. I CAN WALK WITHOUT A LIMP! <3
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 07, 2014, 03:17:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 03:12:21 PM
My day so far:
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q84/s261x260/10505294_813113595406965_2729406663622187551_n.jpg?oh=40fc1f83436590791476b3dd693dbf7f&oe=54DD438D)
Well that looks promising...
I just spent an hour listening to our scheduling manager - who has no technical experience - telling me how to repair a piece of equipment. Note that this repair means a confined space entry involving contractors, etc.
I fear that I may have been less than patient.
Rude, even. This will cause problems later. I don't care. The most they can do is fire me. I'd like that.
Swam another 800m today. When all is said and done, it's taking me about a half hour give or take because I'm deliberately not killing myself. I did one race-speed sprint of freestyle today and was like, NOPE. Just not ready for it yet. Either way, I'm trying for 1000m swims next week. I figure every week adding another 200m is a good plan.
It makes me feel zen, though. I mean, I'm sure it's mild chlorine poisoning and just general exhaustion, but I feel pretty chill when I get home. :fnord:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 04:49:13 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 07, 2014, 03:17:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 03:12:21 PM
My day so far:
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q84/s261x260/10505294_813113595406965_2729406663622187551_n.jpg?oh=40fc1f83436590791476b3dd693dbf7f&oe=54DD438D)
Well that looks promising...
I just spent an hour listening to our scheduling manager - who has no technical experience - telling me how to repair a piece of equipment. Note that this repair means a confined space entry involving contractors, etc.
I fear that I may have been less than patient. Rude, even. This will cause problems later. I don't care. The most they can do is fire me. I'd like that.
Well done.
I made a very sick
minion underling employee who needs invasive surgery cry today. She got diagnosed about 4 months ago and expected surgery within a month. For unknown reasons the surgery kept not happening repeatedly and the last date I heard was in about 2 weeks. The ARBO Doctor (that is a doctor paid by the company but employed by the state) said she could work 4 days of 4 hours a week. She tried for a while but quickly insisted she couldn't. The company eventually allowed her to use her vacation days instead of working
1, but she is running out of vacation days now. I'm the one who got to call her and tell her she had to come back to work for 10 more hours in the last week before her surgery. (spread out over 3 days per the ARBO doctor's instructions.)
This is a horrible situation and I feel shitty now. This is the first time I questioned the dutch laws protecting employee privacy. I'm pretty sure that the rules could be relaxed if management knew exactly what she suffered from, but neither the doctors or the ARBO people are allowed to tell them, and she doesn't want to talk about it. Don't get me wrong, I respect her wishes but I hate seeing her suffer. This is very hard for me, but nowhere near as hard as it is for her.
I feel like an evil corporate tool.
1 this is frowned upon by the ARBO people because it slows down reintegration into the workforce.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 04:49:13 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 07, 2014, 03:17:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 03:12:21 PM
My day so far:
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q84/s261x260/10505294_813113595406965_2729406663622187551_n.jpg?oh=40fc1f83436590791476b3dd693dbf7f&oe=54DD438D)
Well that looks promising...
I just spent an hour listening to our scheduling manager - who has no technical experience - telling me how to repair a piece of equipment. Note that this repair means a confined space entry involving contractors, etc.
I fear that I may have been less than patient. Rude, even. This will cause problems later. I don't care. The most they can do is fire me. I'd like that.
This is another one of those cases of uninformed, unwanted, unsolicited advice, isn't it?
Roger, your choice of troll subject matter on FB is masterful.
"Led Zeppelin sucks."
120 posts later....
Masterful.
Quote from: The Suu on November 07, 2014, 08:04:41 PM
Swam another 800m today. When all is said and done, it's taking me about a half hour give or take because I'm deliberately not killing myself. I did one race-speed sprint of freestyle today and was like, NOPE. Just not ready for it yet. Either way, I'm trying for 1000m swims next week. I figure every week adding another 200m is a good plan.
It makes me feel zen, though. I mean, I'm sure it's mild chlorine poisoning and just general exhaustion, but I feel pretty chill when I get home. :fnord:
Swimming always makes me really relaxed. I'm gonna swim on Tuesdays and Thursdays next term, I think. And hit up the sauna after.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 08, 2014, 12:03:40 AM
Roger, your choice of troll subject matter on FB is masterful.
"Led Zeppelin sucks."
120 posts later....
Masterful.
Roger's kind of a Buddha of trolling.
Pussy Shots is picking up again -- over 16,000 members.
Will it ever reach a natural end?
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 08, 2014, 12:04:38 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 07, 2014, 08:04:41 PM
Swam another 800m today. When all is said and done, it's taking me about a half hour give or take because I'm deliberately not killing myself. I did one race-speed sprint of freestyle today and was like, NOPE. Just not ready for it yet. Either way, I'm trying for 1000m swims next week. I figure every week adding another 200m is a good plan.
It makes me feel zen, though. I mean, I'm sure it's mild chlorine poisoning and just general exhaustion, but I feel pretty chill when I get home. :fnord:
Swimming always makes me really relaxed. I'm gonna swim on Tuesdays and Thursdays next term, I think. And hit up the sauna after.
I kinda feel amazing. I wish I could commit to more than twice a week, but I think it will work out in the long run. I got the clearance from my podiatrist and physical terrorist to start TaeKwonDo again as long as I commit to my stretches and wear the brace for the next 2 months, that will be huge too. I put 5cm back onto my Achilles tendon in a month. That's how taut up my damn ankle was.
I need to stay active and on plan for my diet thanks my my Hashimoto's. I really should name it after a Godzilla monster, but like one of the other MA students says, "Don't name things. If you name them, they get a personality. This may not work in your favor." I don't think I want my already dysfunctional glad with anymore personality. :?
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 08, 2014, 12:03:40 AM
Roger, your choice of troll subject matter on FB is masterful.
"Led Zeppelin sucks."
120 posts later....
Masterful.
I prefer to think of myself as an
artist. :lulz:
Quote from: Derrick Broze on November 07, 2014, 04:30:31 PM
Pain down to only my bottom half of shin, and ankle. I CAN WALK WITHOUT A LIMP! <3
Excellent. Keep walking. Best thing.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 08, 2014, 12:00:39 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 04:49:13 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 07, 2014, 03:17:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 07, 2014, 03:12:21 PM
My day so far:
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q84/s261x260/10505294_813113595406965_2729406663622187551_n.jpg?oh=40fc1f83436590791476b3dd693dbf7f&oe=54DD438D)
Well that looks promising...
I just spent an hour listening to our scheduling manager - who has no technical experience - telling me how to repair a piece of equipment. Note that this repair means a confined space entry involving contractors, etc.
I fear that I may have been less than patient. Rude, even. This will cause problems later. I don't care. The most they can do is fire me. I'd like that.
This is another one of those cases of uninformed, unwanted, unsolicited advice, isn't it?
With a
little bit big fat bag of control freak stapled to the front.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 08, 2014, 12:25:32 AM
Pussy Shots is picking up again -- over 16,000 members.
Will it ever reach a natural end?
Add a productive member of society?
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 08, 2014, 12:12:15 AM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 08, 2014, 12:03:40 AM
Roger, your choice of troll subject matter on FB is masterful.
"Led Zeppelin sucks."
120 posts later....
Masterful.
Roger's kind of a Buddha of trolling.
Well, it puts me in satori. Everyone else will just have to take care of themselves.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 08, 2014, 04:26:23 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 08, 2014, 12:25:32 AM
Pussy Shots is picking up again -- over 16,000 members.
Will it ever reach a natural end?
Add a productive member of society?
Uhhhh
Are you talking about LMNO?
Nah, he said "productive" member of society.
In a System of a Down mood tonight for whatever reason. It's a non-stop disco.
Me: Hey, you want to get some waffles, you and the kid.
Roommate: Oh, I can't. The Mrs. took the car, it has the car seat.
Me: OK!
I then go to my van, passing the other two cars they own, each holding a spare carseat I gave them when I moved in.
How Alty make friend?
By realizing there is no friend.
*GONG*
You so need to leave that frozen hellhole and come to the more welcoming frozen hellhole.
Sometimes a fella just wants to vent without being confronted with the immovable rock that threatens to squeeze the life out of him at any moment.
Forget I said anything.
Got written up at my job last thursday for yelling at the kids. Currently writing up a lesson plan for addressing this. Thinking of randomly singing obscure music to get the kids attention instead of yelling. Mark my words by the end of the year these kids WILL be familiar with Jazz and Swing lyrics or MY NAME ISNT EL MAESTRO!
My daughter, with whom I have always been very close, and I have just had a major falling out. For quite a while now, everything I have said to her in the way of advice (meaning "reality", particularly when it comes to financial things, I don't give her advice about trivial shit) is taken as a cause for offense. AND everything that isn't advice, interestingly enough. Tonight, it went just a little too far, and I've had enough, and I really have no urge to speak with her. Probably won't for some time. My wife is a little more upset than I am, I think. She says it's regular teenage rebellion, and she's probably right. But I am not here to be a chew toy.
But then I log on the internet and find more of the same shit from 2 other people (one here, you can't miss the thread). So I have to assume the problem is at least partially with me. So I guess I'll stop giving anyone advice about anything. I also don't want to hear anyone's fucking problems...I have my own. And as for those two other people, they are simply not on my radar anymore. If I am not going to take that shit from my flesh and blood, I am certainly not going to take it from relative strangers.
Dok,
Not madly in love with humans today.
Quote from: ALASKA on November 09, 2014, 11:25:58 PM
Forget I said anything.
Not a fucking issue. You've been a mean-spirited son of a bitch for more than a year. All you DO is vent. You never say "hello", you never respond to anyone...You never do shit except bitch and moan, and when someone tries to buck you up, you go full fucking retard on them.
So, yeah, I'm gonna forget you said anything, because you NEVER DID.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 12:12:33 AM
Quote from: ALASKA on November 09, 2014, 11:25:58 PM
Forget I said anything.
Not a fucking issue. You've been a mean-spirited son of a bitch for more than a year. All you DO is vent. You never say "hello", you never respond to anyone...You never do shit except bitch and moan, and when someone tries to buck you up, you go full fucking retard on them.
So, yeah, I'm gonna forget you said anything, because you NEVER DID.
Okay, then. Sorry I hurt your feelings again, Roger.
Quote from: ALASKA on November 10, 2014, 12:15:03 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 12:12:33 AM
Quote from: ALASKA on November 09, 2014, 11:25:58 PM
Forget I said anything.
Not a fucking issue. You've been a mean-spirited son of a bitch for more than a year. All you DO is vent. You never say "hello", you never respond to anyone...You never do shit except bitch and moan, and when someone tries to buck you up, you go full fucking retard on them.
So, yeah, I'm gonna forget you said anything, because you NEVER DID.
Okay, then. Sorry I hurt your feelings again, Roger.
You didn't.
I've been working my way out of that. Been trying everyday.
I was afraid to come back, post here and there, because I was afraid you'd do this. I really hoped you would not.
I am not the best friend to have, but I thought I'd found a way to be here. Wanted that back really badly. Wanted to contribute again.
I've been recovering from a year of abuse. If I've been a mean Bastard, sorry to any and every one.
For what it's worth, Alty. Fuck off.
I said something in attempts to at least give you a positive outlook, even if just a joke, and you shot me the fuck down. Next time, just say, "DON'T ANYONE RESPOND TO ME, BECAUSE I'M A WHINY CUNT." And I won't.
Nut up or shut up. Thanks.
Right. Will do.
Quote from: ALASKA on November 10, 2014, 12:20:22 AM
I've been working my way out of that. Been trying everyday.
I was afraid to come back, post here and there, because I was afraid you'd do this. I really hoped you would not.
What, not respond well to a guy who we hardly even know anymore, who shits all over someone who is acknowledging your problems in the best way she knows how...And the reason she doesn't have something better to say is that, well, what IS there to say?
QuoteI am not the best friend to have, but I thought I'd found a way to be here. Wanted that back really badly. Wanted to contribute again.
Then do that.
QuoteI've been recovering from a year of abuse. If I've been a mean Bastard, sorry to any and every one.
Okay.
Do you need someone to talk to? Seriously? I'm not even joking. I can give you my number. I don't think there's a single person on this board who hasn't gone through mountains of fucking shit, and I've also done my fair share of using this place as a sounding board after my divorce from a mentally abusive marriage, but at the same time, I recall having more respect. If you post, expect replies. If you don't get the replies you want, don't answer them. If someone takes the time to give you a reply, remember, that means that for some reason, they give a fuck. We respond to you, BECAUSE WE GIVE A FUCK. You keep this shit up, and the fucks we have to give start going away. Howl doesn't have any left, that response you gave me definitely threw a few out the window.
Now chill the fuck out.
... I don't think It is the best idea of my life, I feel a storm brewing. Fuck it, I'm in a mood today.
<ETA While I was typing: Suu is being a biped, she is a better person than I.>
Quote from: ALASKA on November 09, 2014, 10:41:14 PM
Me: Hey, you want to get some waffles, you and the kid.
Roommate: Oh, I can't. The Mrs. took the car, it has the car seat.
Me: OK!
I then go to my van, passing the other two cars they own, each holding a spare carseat I gave them when I moved in.
I know you just want to vent but venting hasn't been helping.
Maybe, they are afraid to be honest with you?
Most people would notice someone being full of rage and would start avoiding confrontations with them.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 12:06:42 AM
My daughter, with whom I have always been very close, and I have just had a major falling out. For quite a while now, everything I have said to her in the way of advice (meaning "reality", particularly when it comes to financial things, I don't give her advice about trivial shit) is taken as a cause for offense. AND everything that isn't advice, interestingly enough. Tonight, it went just a little too far, and I've had enough, and I really have no urge to speak with her. Probably won't for some time. My wife is a little more upset than I am, I think. She says it's regular teenage rebellion, and she's probably right. But I am not here to be a chew toy.
But then I log on the internet and find more of the same shit from 2 other people (one here, you can't miss the thread). So I have to assume the problem is at least partially with me. So I guess I'll stop giving anyone advice about anything. I also don't want to hear anyone's fucking problems...I have my own. And as for those two other people, they are simply not on my radar anymore. If I am not going to take that shit from my flesh and blood, I am certainly not going to take it from relative strangers.
Dok,
Not madly in love with humans today.
That is rough, you have my sympathy.
Reality sometimes has horrible timing.
In the spirit of unsolicited advice (about the situation in general, I won't presume to talk about your family):
Fuck 'em, Everyone is allowed to have their own way of helping people. If they don't want advice they shouldn't go to those who give advice.
If you walk into an electronics store really needing shoes the odds that you will leave with electronics are a lot greater than the odds that you will leave with a new pair of shoes.
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 10, 2014, 12:38:15 AM
That is rough, you have my sympathy.
Thank you.
QuoteReality sometimes has horrible timing.
In the spirit of unsolicited advice (about the situation in general, I won't presume to talk about your family):
Fuck 'em, Everyone is allowed to have their own way of helping people. If they don't want advice they shouldn't go to those who give advice.
If you walk into an electronics store really needing shoes the odds that you will leave with electronics are a lot greater than the odds that you will leave with a new pair of shoes.
Well, in this case, the advice was unsolicited, in the same manner that yelling "LOOK OUT" to a person stepping into traffic is unsolicited. She and a friend came up with an idea that SOUNDS workable (getting an apartment together), because she doesn't know exactly how much money it takes to get by. Her grief with me was because I told her the simple facts (cost of living in Tucson is approximately 3.5 X basic rent), and then I did something unforgivable.
The situation is that her friend's family is moving a couple of hundred miles away, to a dinky fucking town in the middle of nowhere. A shitty little desert town in which her friend will have no prospects at all.
So the unforgivable thing I did was offer to let her friend move into the spare room next to my daughter's (her friend is a nice, very funny young lady who damn near lives here anyway).
I am a tyrant of the first order.
She'll get over that one when she finally moves out and has to start paying bills. Until then, you're the worst dad EVER.
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 12:52:14 AM
She'll get over that one when she finally moves out and has to start paying bills. Until then, you're the worst dad EVER.
I was also horrible enough to point out that she'll be inducted into the military long before her first lease is up, which means she strands her friend, which is a pretty shitty thing to do.
At that point, the conversation ended.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 12:55:06 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 12:52:14 AM
She'll get over that one when she finally moves out and has to start paying bills. Until then, you're the worst dad EVER.
I was also horrible enough to point out that she'll be inducted into the military long before her first lease is up, which means she strands her friend, which is a pretty shitty thing to do.
At that point, the conversation ended.
Checkmate.
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:02:41 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 12:55:06 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 12:52:14 AM
She'll get over that one when she finally moves out and has to start paying bills. Until then, you're the worst dad EVER.
I was also horrible enough to point out that she'll be inducted into the military long before her first lease is up, which means she strands her friend, which is a pretty shitty thing to do.
At that point, the conversation ended.
Checkmate.
Yeah, well, my folks and Jenn's folks were full of "good advice" when Jenn called them (she isn't dealing with this well). Like "take the car away until she shows some respect". Which is what they did to me and my sibs, which just made things 8000 times worse (it's extortion to gain "respect", which is more like the mafia than parenting").
I love my ma, but the best thing to do with her advice is smile, nod, and do the exact opposite.
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 01:17:20 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
She's playing nice for now. She's sending her a message about it. If it can't be cleared up this way, then it's going to the next level.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 12:45:23 AM
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 10, 2014, 12:38:15 AM
That is rough, you have my sympathy.
Thank you.
QuoteReality sometimes has horrible timing.
In the spirit of unsolicited advice (about the situation in general, I won't presume to talk about your family):
Fuck 'em, Everyone is allowed to have their own way of helping people. If they don't want advice they shouldn't go to those who give advice.
If you walk into an electronics store really needing shoes the odds that you will leave with electronics are a lot greater than the odds that you will leave with a new pair of shoes.
Well, in this case, the advice was unsolicited, in the same manner that yelling "LOOK OUT" to a person stepping into traffic is unsolicited. She and a friend came up with an idea that SOUNDS workable (getting an apartment together), because she doesn't know exactly how much money it takes to get by. Her grief with me was because I told her the simple facts (cost of living in Tucson is approximately 3.5 X basic rent), and then I did something unforgivable.
The situation is that her friend's family is moving a couple of hundred miles away, to a dinky fucking town in the middle of nowhere. A shitty little desert town in which her friend will have no prospects at all.
So the unforgivable thing I did was offer to let her friend move into the spare room next to my daughter's (her friend is a nice, very funny young lady who damn near lives here anyway).
I am a tyrant of the first order.
In my experience, which admittedly is not extensive, children that age, and particularly girls, are near-intolerable to live with. They DEMAND you respect them, and if you try to help them or give them advice then you are A CONDESCENDING ASSHOLE. Beside, you're AN IDIOT AND YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW.
If you're right, it wounds their ego and they get even madder.
Needless to say, this respect thing isn't a two-way street, and they will make it very clear that you are a completely unreasonable bumbling oaf who can clearly barely manage to do totally ordinary reasonable things like pay the mortgage and keep the kitchen clean.
It is my belief that this occurs to make it easier for them to leave the nest and GO SOMEWHERE ELSE without anyone getting too unduly heartbroken over the new living arrangements.
My approach to the utterly unreasonable demands of living with older teenage girls is to try to maintain a placid, numbed-out Zen in which I don't take anything personally. They always, no matter what kind of huge inconsiderate bitches they've been to me recently, come around and want a hug a few days later. When I've been wrong (and there are times when I lose my shit at them) I apologize. They occasionally do, too. Mostly I just try to be the adult I WANT them to be, and wait for the brilliant day when they get jobs and move the fuck out.
So, that's my short-term goal. And it will happen, eventually. But that's just the beginning of phase 2.
One of the hardest things for human beings to do is admit that they were wrong. So, what happens for maybe 90% of teenagers after they move out is that they completely and utterly fuck up their financial situation. They oversleep and get fired, they underestimate living expenses, they spend all their money on going out, their roommate doesn't pay rent, they forget to pay the electric bill... you know the drill. And here's where it gets sticky. Because, (and this might not be true for you but it's true for most parents)
you don't want them to move back in. Oh GOD, how you don't want them to move back in. But if you bail them out, it won't end there. Or possibly ever... and you don't want to end up with a 35-year-old who still asks for money to cover their rent shortfalls. So you have to draw a line, and IMO the best place to draw that line is "I will bail you out ONCE. After that, you are welcome to move back into your old room until you're ready to give living on your own another shot". And then stick with it. When you refuse to bail them out a second time, expect to be treated like a selfish asshole and guilt-tripped, hard. Remain cheerful and unmoved. They usually WILL NOT admit to having been wrong at this point, and often not until years later. EVERYTHING WILL BE SOMEONE ELSE'S FAULT AND LIFE ISN'T FAIR AND YOU'RE SO MEAN.
Yes, this means that they may end up breaking a lease and fucking up their credit. And it means they may end up back in your house for a while. The good news is, they're young, they can recover from it. And in a year when they've paid off whatever their fuck up cost them, they can move out again, armed with a slightly more realistic view of what it takes to live on their own.
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:42:21 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 01:17:20 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
She's playing nice for now. She's sending her a message about it. If it can't be cleared up this way, then it's going to the next level.
I'm stunned she's willing to risk gaining a reputation as a plagiarist rather than simply editing a credit into the video. What a dumbass.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 01:51:29 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 12:45:23 AM
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 10, 2014, 12:38:15 AM
That is rough, you have my sympathy.
Thank you.
QuoteReality sometimes has horrible timing.
In the spirit of unsolicited advice (about the situation in general, I won't presume to talk about your family):
Fuck 'em, Everyone is allowed to have their own way of helping people. If they don't want advice they shouldn't go to those who give advice.
If you walk into an electronics store really needing shoes the odds that you will leave with electronics are a lot greater than the odds that you will leave with a new pair of shoes.
Well, in this case, the advice was unsolicited, in the same manner that yelling "LOOK OUT" to a person stepping into traffic is unsolicited. She and a friend came up with an idea that SOUNDS workable (getting an apartment together), because she doesn't know exactly how much money it takes to get by. Her grief with me was because I told her the simple facts (cost of living in Tucson is approximately 3.5 X basic rent), and then I did something unforgivable.
The situation is that her friend's family is moving a couple of hundred miles away, to a dinky fucking town in the middle of nowhere. A shitty little desert town in which her friend will have no prospects at all.
So the unforgivable thing I did was offer to let her friend move into the spare room next to my daughter's (her friend is a nice, very funny young lady who damn near lives here anyway).
I am a tyrant of the first order.
In my experience, which admittedly is not extensive, children that age, and particularly girls, are near-intolerable to live with. They DEMAND you respect them, and if you try to help them or give them advice then you are A CONDESCENDING ASSHOLE. Beside, you're AN IDIOT AND YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW.
If you're right, it wounds their ego and they get even madder.
Needless to say, this respect thing isn't a two-way street, and they will make it very clear that you are a completely unreasonable bumbling oaf who can clearly barely manage to do totally ordinary reasonable things like pay the mortgage and keep the kitchen clean.
It is my belief that this occurs to make it easier for them to leave the nest and GO SOMEWHERE ELSE without anyone getting too unduly heartbroken over the new living arrangements.
My approach to the utterly unreasonable demands of living with older teenage girls is to try to maintain a placid, numbed-out Zen in which I don't take anything personally. They always, no matter what kind of huge inconsiderate bitches they've been to me recently, come around and want a hug a few days later. When I've been wrong (and there are times when I lose my shit at them) I apologize. They occasionally do, too. Mostly I just try to be the adult I WANT them to be, and wait for the brilliant day when they get jobs and move the fuck out.
So, that's my short-term goal. And it will happen, eventually. But that's just the beginning of phase 2.
One of the hardest things for human beings to do is admit that they were wrong. So, what happens for maybe 90% of teenagers after they move out is that they completely and utterly fuck up their financial situation. They oversleep and get fired, they underestimate living expenses, they spend all their money on going out, their roommate doesn't pay rent, they forget to pay the electric bill... you know the drill. And here's where it gets sticky. Because, (and this might not be true for you but it's true for most parents) you don't want them to move back in. Oh GOD, how you don't want them to move back in. But if you bail them out, it won't end there. Or possibly ever... and you don't want to end up with a 35-year-old who still asks for money to cover their rent shortfalls. So you have to draw a line, and IMO the best place to draw that line is "I will bail you out ONCE. After that, you are welcome to move back into your old room until you're ready to give living on your own another shot". And then stick with it. When you refuse to bail them out a second time, expect to be treated like a selfish asshole and guilt-tripped, hard. Remain cheerful and unmoved. They usually WILL NOT admit to having been wrong at this point, and often not until years later. EVERYTHING WILL BE SOMEONE ELSE'S FAULT AND LIFE ISN'T FAIR AND YOU'RE SO MEAN.
Yes, this means that they may end up breaking a lease and fucking up their credit. And it means they may end up back in your house for a while. The good news is, they're young, they can recover from it. And in a year when they've paid off whatever their fuck up cost them, they can move out again, armed with a slightly more realistic view of what it takes to live on their own.
Thank you. It's certainly worth thinking about. But if she thinks I'm going to co-sign a lease, she's on crack. My credit is just now coming back into something slightly above "Hit this man with a shovel if he asks for a loan".
I think my principle mistake was letting her fuck off until her ship date. It worked well for her brother, but they are very different people.
When's her ship date?
Sounds like the military will be VERY good for her.
If there's enough time left, I think my best suggestion is to encourage her to get a job. And don't bother giving her advice; instead, whatever idea she comes up with, encourage her to "look into it", and tell her that if she needs help figuring anything out or finds something confusing you'd be happy to help her sort through it.
As for co-signing a lease
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA yeah no.
There are usually shitty undersized shared-bathroom month-to-months available near universities. Every young person needs the experience of living in a closet-sized cockroach-infested studio with a two-burner stove.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 02:14:00 AM
There are usually shitty undersized shared-bathroom month-to-months available near universities. Every young person needs the experience of living in a closet-sized cockroach-infested studio with a two-burner stove.
You make an excellent point.
Of course, she'll get burglarized and lose a ton of electronic doodads, none of which I am inclined to replace.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 02:08:44 AM
When's her ship date?
Sounds like the military will be VERY good for her.
If there's enough time left, I think my best suggestion is to encourage her to get a job. And don't bother giving her advice; instead, whatever idea she comes up with, encourage her to "look into it", and tell her that if she needs help figuring anything out or finds something confusing you'd be happy to help her sort through it.
As for co-signing a lease
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA yeah no.
May of 2015.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 02:17:31 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 02:08:44 AM
When's her ship date?
Sounds like the military will be VERY good for her.
If there's enough time left, I think my best suggestion is to encourage her to get a job. And don't bother giving her advice; instead, whatever idea she comes up with, encourage her to "look into it", and tell her that if she needs help figuring anything out or finds something confusing you'd be happy to help her sort through it.
As for co-signing a lease
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA yeah no.
May of 2015.
Oh god yeah, she should get a job.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 02:17:09 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 02:14:00 AM
There are usually shitty undersized shared-bathroom month-to-months available near universities. Every young person needs the experience of living in a closet-sized cockroach-infested studio with a two-burner stove.
You make an excellent point.
Of course, she'll get burglarized and lose a ton of electronic doodads, none of which I am inclined to replace.
YEP.
Learning through experience is very, very valuable.
Alty can't leave Alaska because Alty IS Alaska. Like the world is bore upon the back of a giant turtle, so is Alaska carried by Alty's slim frame.
And so Alty, the Caribou-Carrier, is always angry, because the Aleutian Islands are jabbing him something fierce in the arse.
Can't blame him for that, I suppose.
Currently all inside my head about various shitty thoughts that keep swirling around in my head. Almost posted them here, but they seemed too depressing. :(
Aw. :(
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 01:56:25 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:42:21 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 01:17:20 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
She's playing nice for now. She's sending her a message about it. If it can't be cleared up this way, then it's going to the next level.
I'm stunned she's willing to risk gaining a reputation as a plagiarist rather than simply editing a credit into the video. What a dumbass.
That's the thing. We talked to a lawyer-friend last night, and he said it's still too "coincidental" without absolute proof, because she's stealing a process, and not an actual design, per se. However, in one point in the video, she says, nearly verbatim, what my friend's blog says about 18g wire. So either that's one hell of a fucking coincidence, or she's an intellectual thief.
We've also started putting stuff out on Facebook in hopes that it goes viral.
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 10, 2014, 03:49:11 AM
Currently all inside my head about various shitty thoughts that keep swirling around in my head. Almost posted them here, but they seemed too depressing. :(
hug
So, If I'm reading the last few pages correctly there's a substantial market for a "Slap some fucking sense into you" business.
It's a growth area and I'm looking to hire 5 or 6 Attitude Correction operatives by the end of the year. A firm backhand is a must.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 12:11:58 PM
So, If I'm reading the last few pages correctly there's a substantial market for a "Slap some fucking sense into you" business.
It's a growth area and I'm looking to hire 5 or 6 Attitude Correction operatives by the end of the year. A firm backhand is a must.
Is this a salaried or contract position? I'm looking for part time work.
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 11:47:32 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 01:56:25 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:42:21 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 01:17:20 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
She's playing nice for now. She's sending her a message about it. If it can't be cleared up this way, then it's going to the next level.
I'm stunned she's willing to risk gaining a reputation as a plagiarist rather than simply editing a credit into the video. What a dumbass.
That's the thing. We talked to a lawyer-friend last night, and he said it's still too "coincidental" without absolute proof, because she's stealing a process, and not an actual design, per se. However, in one point in the video, she says, nearly verbatim, what my friend's blog says about 18g wire. So either that's one hell of a fucking coincidence, or she's an intellectual thief.
We've also started putting stuff out on Facebook in hopes that it goes viral.
Even if legally there isn't a leg to stand on, I'd still recommend the viral route. A blog or tumblr for easy linking purposes wouldn't go amiss either.
Quote from: Cain on November 10, 2014, 12:28:01 PM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 11:47:32 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 01:56:25 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:42:21 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 01:17:20 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
She's playing nice for now. She's sending her a message about it. If it can't be cleared up this way, then it's going to the next level.
I'm stunned she's willing to risk gaining a reputation as a plagiarist rather than simply editing a credit into the video. What a dumbass.
That's the thing. We talked to a lawyer-friend last night, and he said it's still too "coincidental" without absolute proof, because she's stealing a process, and not an actual design, per se. However, in one point in the video, she says, nearly verbatim, what my friend's blog says about 18g wire. So either that's one hell of a fucking coincidence, or she's an intellectual thief.
We've also started putting stuff out on Facebook in hopes that it goes viral.
Even if legally there isn't a leg to stand on, I'd still recommend the viral route. A blog or tumblr for easy linking purposes wouldn't go amiss either.
That's the issue we're running into right now. Apparently a process cannot be copyrighted per Youtube's terms. But saying things verbatim from a blog post, and then not crediting said post, and blocking comments from those linking it, that's all shady business.
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 11:47:32 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 01:56:25 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:42:21 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 01:17:20 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
She's playing nice for now. She's sending her a message about it. If it can't be cleared up this way, then it's going to the next level.
I'm stunned she's willing to risk gaining a reputation as a plagiarist rather than simply editing a credit into the video. What a dumbass.
That's the thing. We talked to a lawyer-friend last night, and he said it's still too "coincidental" without absolute proof, because she's stealing a process, and not an actual design, per se. However, in one point in the video, she says, nearly verbatim, what my friend's blog says about 18g wire. So either that's one hell of a fucking coincidence, or she's an intellectual thief.
We've also started putting stuff out on Facebook in hopes that it goes viral.
I have some experience with this, and my advice is to leave it. Because things can get much, much uglier than you may be anticipating. And if they don't get that ugly, it's still just a petty slapfight that will drag everyone involved down.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 01:54:24 PM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 11:47:32 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 01:56:25 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:42:21 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 10, 2014, 01:17:20 AM
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 01:10:16 AM
Oy, in completely unrelated news, my friend and I just caught a well known "academic" of Roman hair stealing her work on jewelry. She made a video of a tutorial and posted it on Youtube without crediting Konstantia. I called her out on it, and had my post completely deleted. Konstantia took a passive approach, and posted links to her own tutorial, and they were never approved to be shown. Now we have screenshots.
Ruining somebody's career in 3...2...1...
Sounds like she ruined it herself.
She's playing nice for now. She's sending her a message about it. If it can't be cleared up this way, then it's going to the next level.
I'm stunned she's willing to risk gaining a reputation as a plagiarist rather than simply editing a credit into the video. What a dumbass.
That's the thing. We talked to a lawyer-friend last night, and he said it's still too "coincidental" without absolute proof, because she's stealing a process, and not an actual design, per se. However, in one point in the video, she says, nearly verbatim, what my friend's blog says about 18g wire. So either that's one hell of a fucking coincidence, or she's an intellectual thief.
We've also started putting stuff out on Facebook in hopes that it goes viral.
I have some experience with this, and my advice is to leave it. Because things can get much, much uglier than you may be anticipating. And if they don't get that ugly, it's still just a petty slapfight that will drag everyone involved down.
I now feel compelled to encourage all of the above. Anything less just isn't being serious about a having a good time
at all.
I fucking knew this shit was too good to last.
Taking a break. Back whenever.
Sucks to hear about yer daughter. Reminds me of me, in a way. I thought I knew what I was doing, ignoring advice, until Real Life happened. Like a curbstomp.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 02:19:56 PM
Sucks to hear about yer daughter. Reminds me of me, in a way. I thought I knew what I was doing, ignoring advice, until Real Life happened. Like a curbstomp.
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
It's amazing how many people I know 30/40/50+ that can't achieve this.
The day I paid off my credit card debt was liberating.
The day I realized I simply wasn't worried about if my bills could get paid, blew my mind.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 02:19:56 PM
Sucks to hear about yer daughter. Reminds me of me, in a way. I thought I knew what I was doing, ignoring advice, until Real Life happened. Like a curbstomp.
I'm over it. I was the same way...My father was a stupid old man that didn't know anything about anything, and I knew it all. And I was more of a shit about it than Keelin has been.
Just took me a while to figure that out.
Still, the immediate issue has to be resolved. The idea of letting her walk out and fall on her face was interesting, but then it occurred to me that providing her with health insurance when she returned to the household would be difficult and very expensive.
Good luck. I haven't dealt with it myself, but I hear kids are a minefield.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 04:01:55 PM
Good luck. I haven't dealt with it myself, but I hear kids are a minefield.
Well, until now, both of my kids were easy to manage.
My daughter is too much like me, though. This was bound to happen.
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 10, 2014, 11:49:14 AM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 10, 2014, 03:49:11 AM
Currently all inside my head about various shitty thoughts that keep swirling around in my head. Almost posted them here, but they seemed too depressing. :(
hug
QuoteAw. :(
Thanks you guys. :)
as For Roger, it sounds like what my dad and I went through. While he didn't kick me out, there was a pretty turbulent period where I learned to see my dad as a person and not as a giant fiery asshole who pays for things out of obligation. If it helps, try to remember that your daughter is still developing the parts of her brain that process things like long term consequences, empathy and generally not being douchey. Observe:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiduiTq1ei8
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 03:57:52 PM
The day I paid off my credit card debt was liberating.
The day I realized I simply wasn't worried about if my bills could get paid, blew my mind.
This feels like the start of a thread. Can I interest you in it?
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 03:36:56 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 02:19:56 PM
Sucks to hear about yer daughter. Reminds me of me, in a way. I thought I knew what I was doing, ignoring advice, until Real Life happened. Like a curbstomp.
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
It's amazing how many people I know 30/40/50+ that can't achieve this.
Being poor kind of throws a wrench in things, FYI.
I think I've managed to figure out how to have an ENB preset running while still retaining ENBoost for my other game profiles.
I realise that sounds like gibberish to almost everyone, but believe me, that's pretty amazing for me. ENBoost = makes Skyrim more stable, add more mods, get better performance. ENB = makes Skyrim pretty, manage memory better to make Skyrim pretty but run at more than 10 FPS.
Thing is, ENBoost and ENB use the same base file (the d3d9.dll) to manage the system better. Meaning, you can't have both, you either have to have an ENB of some sort or another, or you have to have ENBoost and forgo prettiness.
Until now, anyway. I've figured out how to use an ENB manager program to also manage ENBoost.
Next step: optimising textures. Once I've done that, I should be able to run a decent ENB, a load of mods and still have a very stable game. Which means recording can start.
I wish I knew what all that was, so I could say something witty and insighful. Instead, I'll be a nag and ask if this means I'll get to watch more
Dishonored soon. :lol:
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 05:54:52 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 03:36:56 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 02:19:56 PM
Sucks to hear about yer daughter. Reminds me of me, in a way. I thought I knew what I was doing, ignoring advice, until Real Life happened. Like a curbstomp.
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
It's amazing how many people I know 30/40/50+ that can't achieve this.
Being poor kind of throws a wrench in things, FYI.
You have a point.
It will.
The sooner I finish this and get a stable setup, the sooner I can look into recording options which don't involve FRAPs (which is terrible). I've been experimenting with Shadowplay, with some success, but there are still a few things about it I need to tweak before recording.
Also, I'm waiting to hear back on this job offer, since pretty much all my plans, other than for my degree, go out the window if I get that (and they've kept me waiting since Friday for a response).
Missed my bus so I stayed home from class today (afternoon class was canceled and the morning class is only an hour long anyway) so I'm watching my professor's lectures on Youtube.
It's just as well, because I fucked up my hand on Saturday by getting my pinkie stuck in a door handle while I was walking and almost dislocating it. I'm a goddamn genius. Fear me.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 06:20:23 PM
Missed my bus so I stayed home from class today (afternoon class was canceled and the morning class is only an hour long anyway) so I'm watching my professor's lectures on Youtube.
It's just as well, because I fucked up my hand on Saturday by getting my pinkie stuck in a door handle while I was walking and almost dislocating it. I'm a goddamn genius. Fear me.
Those fucking door handles. :argh!:
Almost as annoying as that cunt, gravity.
That takes skill.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 05:54:52 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 03:36:56 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 02:19:56 PM
Sucks to hear about yer daughter. Reminds me of me, in a way. I thought I knew what I was doing, ignoring advice, until Real Life happened. Like a curbstomp.
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
It's amazing how many people I know 30/40/50+ that can't achieve this.
Being poor kind of throws a wrench in things, FYI.
I think we're talking about very different situations. I'm talking about people who JUST NEED that new car. How to afford it? Well, welcome to the wonderful world of fucking off various credit cards and borrowing on various others to pay others off. For totally idiotic purchases. I'm talking about idiots, not those in shitty situations who can't still can't pay ALL the bills anyway with 3 full time jobs.
The UK has a disturbingly high number of people who consider themselves affluent because they've found some kind of balance in perpetual debt. Until their shit starts getting repossessed, anyway.
What I'm saying really is that there's a difference between the causes of debt. Many are genuine, truly hearbreaking and unavoidable. There's some debt which is really just bloody idiocy and asking to be taught a sharp lesson from the repo depot. The galling thing is the tendancy to go after the former as the latter are often able to make a minimum payment from somewhere to stave off the wolves. As a result, guess which group gets more attention and looses out more to the system?
There's also the "Debt spawning debt" issue which is totally different depending on what you base income level is to begin with.
Please note, I'm Scottish and as such despise owing anyone, anything, pretty much at all times and will do everything practically possible to avoid it, so there's no small bit of bias in all this.
Quote from: The Suu on November 10, 2014, 06:21:33 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 06:20:23 PM
Missed my bus so I stayed home from class today (afternoon class was canceled and the morning class is only an hour long anyway) so I'm watching my professor's lectures on Youtube.
It's just as well, because I fucked up my hand on Saturday by getting my pinkie stuck in a door handle while I was walking and almost dislocating it. I'm a goddamn genius. Fear me.
Those fucking door handles. :argh!:
Almost as annoying as that cunt, gravity.
Gravity is an
asshole.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 06:34:19 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 05:54:52 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 03:36:56 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 10, 2014, 02:19:56 PM
Sucks to hear about yer daughter. Reminds me of me, in a way. I thought I knew what I was doing, ignoring advice, until Real Life happened. Like a curbstomp.
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
It's amazing how many people I know 30/40/50+ that can't achieve this.
Being poor kind of throws a wrench in things, FYI.
I think we're talking about very different situations. I'm talking about people who JUST NEED that new car. How to afford it? Well, welcome to the wonderful world of fucking off various credit cards and borrowing on various others to pay others off. For totally idiotic purchases. I'm talking about idiots, not those in shitty situations who can't still can't pay ALL the bills anyway with 3 full time jobs.
The UK has a disturbingly high number of people who consider themselves affluent because they've found some kind of balance in perpetual debt. Until their shit starts getting repossessed, anyway.
What I'm saying really is that there's a difference between the causes of debt. Many are genuine, truly hearbreaking and unavoidable. There's some debt which is really just bloody idiocy and asking to be taught a sharp lesson from the repo depot. The galling thing is the tendancy to go after the former as the latter are often able to make a minimum payment from somewhere to stave off the wolves. As a result, guess which group gets more attention and looses out more to the system?
There's also the "Debt spawning debt" issue which is totally different depending on what you base income level is to begin with.
Please note, I'm Scottish and as such despise owing anyone, anything, pretty much at all times and will do everything practically possible to avoid it, so there's no small bit of bias in all this.
Right, you're talking about people who have plenty of income.
I'm just saying that this:
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 06:34:19 PM
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
can really only be applied to the middle-class and above demographic.
It's probably also relevant to say that I don't know about Scotland, but in the US about 71% of the population lives in households that earn under $50k a year, and 35% in households that earn under $25k a year, so over here we're increasingly looking at "not worrying about whether bills will get paid" as a luxury for the affluent.
Customer demo tomorrow morning (after being flown back to Ireland) and visual studio decides to go tits up on me.
I am banging my head off the desk here.
Quote from: Faust on November 10, 2014, 06:50:21 PM
Customer demo tomorrow morning (after being flown back to Ireland) and visual studio decides to go tits up on me.
I am banging my head off the desk here.
:argh!:
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 06:50:43 PM
Quote from: Faust on November 10, 2014, 06:50:21 PM
Customer demo tomorrow morning (after being flown back to Ireland) and visual studio decides to go tits up on me.
I am banging my head off the desk here.
:argh!:
To put it in context, a tool I've been using for the last thee months that has worked fine until now breaks while I was changing the last few bits for configuration with the customers machines.
If I cant get it working before I leave for my flight I think I'm going to have to cancel on them which will make me look like a fool.
QuoteI'm just saying that this:
Quote from: Junkenstein on Today at 06:34:19 pm
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
can really only be applied to the middle-class and above demographic.
Aha, now we're back on the same line. Further to that, I'm suggesting that this school of thought is generally fed by tabloids and such that idealise and pretend that everyone is firmly upper-lower middle class with the ability to buy all manner of luxury goods on the never-never. They've got a decent credit rating and they own their own house. Maybe two or three. Remember when "buy to let" was the craze in the UK? Well, it still is. I've met far too many fuckers who are "Aspiring landlords".
It's a subtly nasty part of the UK, and I suspect the US. A certain level of lifestyle is consistently portrayed and normalised with the understanding that you've failed if you haven't fufilled the requirements.
There's a decent thread lurking in this somewhere, I think. I'm just not sure of the angle in.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 07:12:10 PM
QuoteI'm just saying that this:
Quote from: Junkenstein on Today at 06:34:19 pm
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
can really only be applied to the middle-class and above demographic.
Aha, now we're back on the same line. Further to that, I'm suggesting that this school of thought is generally fed by tabloids and such that idealise and pretend that everyone is firmly upper-lower middle class with the ability to buy all manner of luxury goods on the never-never. They've got a decent credit rating and they own their own house. Maybe two or three. Remember when "buy to let" was the craze in the UK? Well, it still is. I've met far too many fuckers who are "Aspiring landlords".
It's a subtly nasty part of the UK, and I suspect the US. A certain level of lifestyle is consistently portrayed and normalised with the understanding that you've failed if you haven't fufilled the requirements.
There's a decent thread lurking in this somewhere, I think. I'm just not sure of the angle in.
Yes, we are totally on the same page with this. I think it ties into that paternalistic way a lot of people view "those poors" and consider them unable to run their own lives... the underlying thought being that if they could run their own lives, of course they wouldn't be poor.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 07:38:11 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 07:12:10 PM
QuoteI'm just saying that this:
Quote from: Junkenstein on Today at 06:34:19 pm
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
can really only be applied to the middle-class and above demographic.
Aha, now we're back on the same line. Further to that, I'm suggesting that this school of thought is generally fed by tabloids and such that idealise and pretend that everyone is firmly upper-lower middle class with the ability to buy all manner of luxury goods on the never-never. They've got a decent credit rating and they own their own house. Maybe two or three. Remember when "buy to let" was the craze in the UK? Well, it still is. I've met far too many fuckers who are "Aspiring landlords".
It's a subtly nasty part of the UK, and I suspect the US. A certain level of lifestyle is consistently portrayed and normalised with the understanding that you've failed if you haven't fufilled the requirements.
There's a decent thread lurking in this somewhere, I think. I'm just not sure of the angle in.
Yes, we are totally on the same page with this. I think it ties into that paternalistic way a lot of people view "those poors" and consider them unable to run their own lives... the underlying thought being that if they could run their own lives, of course they wouldn't be poor.
I'm going to have a bit of a think on this. There's a bunch of shit that bleeds into this as well, it's kind of the personal level of financial fuckery thread in AE, and there's all kind of relevant shit. Payday loans, sub-Prime mortgages and such, there's countless systematic things built around debt and the individuals in society related to it, and why people push themselves into it. Other shit immediately to mind - Various media outlets and the aspirations they set. Daily Heil has a very obvious obsession with house prices/home ownership etc. Chunks from that neuroscience thread will probably end up being relevant too.
Quote from: ALASKA on November 10, 2014, 12:20:22 AM
I've been working my way out of that. Been trying everyday.
I was afraid to come back, post here and there, because I was afraid you'd do this. I really hoped you would not.
I am not the best friend to have, but I thought I'd found a way to be here. Wanted that back really badly. Wanted to contribute again.
I've been recovering from a year of abuse. If I've been a mean Bastard, sorry to any and every one.
Just keep punching through.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 07:38:11 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 07:12:10 PM
QuoteI'm just saying that this:
Quote from: Junkenstein on Today at 06:34:19 pm
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
can really only be applied to the middle-class and above demographic.
Aha, now we're back on the same line. Further to that, I'm suggesting that this school of thought is generally fed by tabloids and such that idealise and pretend that everyone is firmly upper-lower middle class with the ability to buy all manner of luxury goods on the never-never. They've got a decent credit rating and they own their own house. Maybe two or three. Remember when "buy to let" was the craze in the UK? Well, it still is. I've met far too many fuckers who are "Aspiring landlords".
It's a subtly nasty part of the UK, and I suspect the US. A certain level of lifestyle is consistently portrayed and normalised with the understanding that you've failed if you haven't fufilled the requirements.
There's a decent thread lurking in this somewhere, I think. I'm just not sure of the angle in.
Yes, we are totally on the same page with this. I think it ties into that paternalistic way a lot of people view "those poors" and consider them unable to run their own lives... the underlying thought being that if they could run their own lives, of course they wouldn't be poor.
...Standing on your neck, yelling "WHY DON'T YOU GET UP?"
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 11, 2014, 02:14:33 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 10, 2014, 07:38:11 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 10, 2014, 07:12:10 PM
QuoteI'm just saying that this:
Quote from: Junkenstein on Today at 06:34:19 pm
There's a growing school of thought that claims you're not really an adult until you've successfully dealt with 6 months worth of bills with no fuckups.
can really only be applied to the middle-class and above demographic.
Aha, now we're back on the same line. Further to that, I'm suggesting that this school of thought is generally fed by tabloids and such that idealise and pretend that everyone is firmly upper-lower middle class with the ability to buy all manner of luxury goods on the never-never. They've got a decent credit rating and they own their own house. Maybe two or three. Remember when "buy to let" was the craze in the UK? Well, it still is. I've met far too many fuckers who are "Aspiring landlords".
It's a subtly nasty part of the UK, and I suspect the US. A certain level of lifestyle is consistently portrayed and normalised with the understanding that you've failed if you haven't fufilled the requirements.
There's a decent thread lurking in this somewhere, I think. I'm just not sure of the angle in.
Yes, we are totally on the same page with this. I think it ties into that paternalistic way a lot of people view "those poors" and consider them unable to run their own lives... the underlying thought being that if they could run their own lives, of course they wouldn't be poor.
...Standing on your neck, yelling "WHY DON'T YOU GET UP?"
IF YOU DIDN'T WANT TO BE POOR WHY ARE YOU LETTING ME CRUSH YOUR WINDPIPE?
AND WHY ARE YOU NOT THANKING ME MORE PROFUSELY FOR NOT CLOSING THE AIRWAY ALTOGETHER???
This inspires some Holiness™. Rant forthcoming.
Finally found a position in my room where my computer gets more than 40 kb/s internet speed. Actually got it up to a respectable 550 here....all those weeks of transferring files by hand, NEVER AGAIN!
http://online.wsj.com/articles/pain-in-trains-falls-mainly-on-grain-1414972402 (http://online.wsj.com/articles/pain-in-trains-falls-mainly-on-grain-1414972402)
QuoteONIDA, S.D.—The worst rail delays in more than a decade are impeding crop shipments in the Midwest, causing grain-storage facilities to fill up and sending pries for corn, soybean and soybean meal up sharply.
Congestion on railroad networks, now threatening to extend into a second year in the U.S. Farm Belt, is forcing some buyers to purchase additional soybean meal, used mainly in animal feed, to ensure a steady supply, analysts said.
That helped push futures prices up 11% in the past week. And soybeans and corn both jumped by around 7% as livestock and poultry operations in the eastern U.S. rushed to avoid feed shortages and speculators bid up the price of the commodities related to soy meal, analysts said.
The transport problems are caused by several factors: Rail companies are experiencing an overall rise in demand to move goods, including consumer goods, crude oil from the shale fields of the upper Midwest, as well as increased grain from two years of bumper crops. Last year, an unusually harsh winter compounded problems by forcing shippers to run shorter, slower trains.
My boss just recently negotiated some "we're sorry" money from the railroads for the fuck in the ass we're taking not being able to ship by rail near as much as we need.
Even though this article just lists it as one small factor among many, the effect increased oil traffic has had on railroad congestion has been an open secret since much longer than one unusually harsh winter, and a bumper crop of grain-ago.
The delicious, delicious tr;dl of it all: Increased domestic oil production is resulting in drastically increased transportation costs. Hail Eris!
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 11, 2014, 06:12:04 PM
The delicious, delicious tr;dl of it all: Increased domestic oil production is resulting in drastically increased transportation costs. Hail Eris!
:lulz:
Just noticing that since the election is over, so is the panic about ebola.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 11, 2014, 08:41:37 PM
Just noticing that since the election is over, so is the panic about ebola.
SURPRISE!
It's only Tuesday, but I'm going to have to call dumbest argument of the week. The month is still young:
QuoteI see a feminist wearing a hijab like a black civil rights worker wearing a KKK hood and robe. It does not make sense. I also think its dangerous to wear a burka as you cannot identify them if they commit a crime.
My response:
QuoteOk, your first point is, what would your reaction be if you did see a black civil rights worker dressed up like a Klansman. Seriously. What would your reaction be? Your second point, what the fuck is this, Fox News? People in burkas might rob a convenience store and we'd never know who they were from the security camera... You'd think that if that was a legitimate concern, we would see that in the news all the goddamn time until they actually did make it illegal.
Afterthought:
QuoteHell, let's tell Pussy Riot not to wear balaclavas just in case someone robs a store near them.
Because people in burkhas are always up in that convenience store business, right?
All those scary burkha-clad students at my school make me really uncomfortable.
Oh wait. No, actually they don't.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 12, 2014, 05:28:38 AM
All those scary burkha-clad students at my school make me really uncomfortable.
Oh wait. No, actually they don't.
:lulz:
I had to laugh. Because seriously, Republicans would be all over that shit if it even happened once.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 12, 2014, 05:38:32 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 12, 2014, 05:28:38 AM
All those scary burkha-clad students at my school make me really uncomfortable.
Oh wait. No, actually they don't.
:lulz:
I had to laugh. Because seriously, Republicans would be all over that shit if it even happened once.
Right? Even once. EVER.
Unrelated to anything here: I love boys, all thinking I care about how they feel about things that don't concern them. That's just adorable. :lol:
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 11, 2014, 06:12:04 PM
http://online.wsj.com/articles/pain-in-trains-falls-mainly-on-grain-1414972402 (http://online.wsj.com/articles/pain-in-trains-falls-mainly-on-grain-1414972402)
QuoteONIDA, S.D.—The worst rail delays in more than a decade are impeding crop shipments in the Midwest, causing grain-storage facilities to fill up and sending pries for corn, soybean and soybean meal up sharply.
Congestion on railroad networks, now threatening to extend into a second year in the U.S. Farm Belt, is forcing some buyers to purchase additional soybean meal, used mainly in animal feed, to ensure a steady supply, analysts said.
That helped push futures prices up 11% in the past week. And soybeans and corn both jumped by around 7% as livestock and poultry operations in the eastern U.S. rushed to avoid feed shortages and speculators bid up the price of the commodities related to soy meal, analysts said.
The transport problems are caused by several factors: Rail companies are experiencing an overall rise in demand to move goods, including consumer goods, crude oil from the shale fields of the upper Midwest, as well as increased grain from two years of bumper crops. Last year, an unusually harsh winter compounded problems by forcing shippers to run shorter, slower trains.
My boss just recently negotiated some "we're sorry" money from the railroads for the fuck in the ass we're taking not being able to ship by rail near as much as we need.
Even though this article just lists it as one small factor among many, the effect increased oil traffic has had on railroad congestion has been an open secret since much longer than one unusually harsh winter, and a bumper crop of grain-ago.
The delicious, delicious tr;dl of it all: Increased domestic oil production is resulting in drastically increased transportation costs. Hail Eris!
Oh it actually gets even better than that—a lot of the oil that they're shipping are fucking
bomb trains. The containers that they ship that oil in are supposed to be upgraded to stronger ones that don't explode, but they don't because that would cost money. Gambling with people's lives in densely packed urban centers that those trains run through is clearly the preferred option:
https://news.vice.com/video/bomb-trains-the-crude-gamble-of-oil-by-rail
I like to imagine that oil executives were so butthurt by the 2011 Muppet movie that they said, "Fine, you want to make us out to be villainous caricatures, then we'll BE villainous caricatures. Muahahaha!"
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 12, 2014, 02:48:25 AM
It's only Tuesday, but I'm going to have to call dumbest argument of the week. The month is still young:
QuoteI see a feminist wearing a hijab like a black civil rights worker wearing a KKK hood and robe. It does not make sense. I also think its dangerous to wear a burka as you cannot identify them if they commit a crime.
My response:
QuoteOk, your first point is, what would your reaction be if you did see a black civil rights worker dressed up like a Klansman. Seriously. What would your reaction be? Your second point, what the fuck is this, Fox News? People in burkas might rob a convenience store and we'd never know who they were from the security camera... You'd think that if that was a legitimate concern, we would see that in the news all the goddamn time until they actually did make it illegal.
Afterthought:
QuoteHell, let's tell Pussy Riot not to wear balaclavas just in case someone robs a store near them.
Incidentally, a new branch of the KKK is welcoming blacks, Hispanics and Jews into its ranks.
No, I'm not joking (http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/ku-klux-klan-opens-its-doors-hispanic-blacks-jews-gays-1473907).
Quote from: Cain on November 12, 2014, 09:41:21 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 12, 2014, 02:48:25 AM
It's only Tuesday, but I'm going to have to call dumbest argument of the week. The month is still young:
QuoteI see a feminist wearing a hijab like a black civil rights worker wearing a KKK hood and robe. It does not make sense. I also think its dangerous to wear a burka as you cannot identify them if they commit a crime.
My response:
QuoteOk, your first point is, what would your reaction be if you did see a black civil rights worker dressed up like a Klansman. Seriously. What would your reaction be? Your second point, what the fuck is this, Fox News? People in burkas might rob a convenience store and we'd never know who they were from the security camera... You'd think that if that was a legitimate concern, we would see that in the news all the goddamn time until they actually did make it illegal.
Afterthought:
QuoteHell, let's tell Pussy Riot not to wear balaclavas just in case someone robs a store near them.
Incidentally, a new branch of the KKK is welcoming blacks, Hispanics and Jews into its ranks.
No, I'm not joking (http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/ku-klux-klan-opens-its-doors-hispanic-blacks-jews-gays-1473907).
I don't even know what to say about all of that.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 12, 2014, 01:56:52 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 12, 2014, 09:41:21 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 12, 2014, 02:48:25 AM
It's only Tuesday, but I'm going to have to call dumbest argument of the week. The month is still young:
QuoteI see a feminist wearing a hijab like a black civil rights worker wearing a KKK hood and robe. It does not make sense. I also think its dangerous to wear a burka as you cannot identify them if they commit a crime.
My response:
QuoteOk, your first point is, what would your reaction be if you did see a black civil rights worker dressed up like a Klansman. Seriously. What would your reaction be? Your second point, what the fuck is this, Fox News? People in burkas might rob a convenience store and we'd never know who they were from the security camera... You'd think that if that was a legitimate concern, we would see that in the news all the goddamn time until they actually did make it illegal.
Afterthought:
QuoteHell, let's tell Pussy Riot not to wear balaclavas just in case someone robs a store near them.
Incidentally, a new branch of the KKK is welcoming blacks, Hispanics and Jews into its ranks.
No, I'm not joking (http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/ku-klux-klan-opens-its-doors-hispanic-blacks-jews-gays-1473907).
I don't even know what to say about all of that.
Pacific Northwest.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 12, 2014, 03:26:54 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 12, 2014, 01:56:52 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 12, 2014, 09:41:21 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 12, 2014, 02:48:25 AM
It's only Tuesday, but I'm going to have to call dumbest argument of the week. The month is still young:
QuoteI see a feminist wearing a hijab like a black civil rights worker wearing a KKK hood and robe. It does not make sense. I also think its dangerous to wear a burka as you cannot identify them if they commit a crime.
My response:
QuoteOk, your first point is, what would your reaction be if you did see a black civil rights worker dressed up like a Klansman. Seriously. What would your reaction be? Your second point, what the fuck is this, Fox News? People in burkas might rob a convenience store and we'd never know who they were from the security camera... You'd think that if that was a legitimate concern, we would see that in the news all the goddamn time until they actually did make it illegal.
Afterthought:
QuoteHell, let's tell Pussy Riot not to wear balaclavas just in case someone robs a store near them.
Incidentally, a new branch of the KKK is welcoming blacks, Hispanics and Jews into its ranks.
No, I'm not joking (http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/ku-klux-klan-opens-its-doors-hispanic-blacks-jews-gays-1473907).
I don't even know what to say about all of that.
Pacific Northwest.
:lulz:
Corey Robin says it is yet more disturbing evidence in favour of his thesis in "The Reactionary Mind":
QuoteBeyond these simple professions of envy or admiration, the conservative actually copies and learns from the revolution he opposes. "To destroy that enemy," Burke wrote of the Jacobins, "by some means or other, the force opposed to it should be made to bear some analogy and resemblance to the force and spirit which that system exerts."
This is one of the most interesting and least understood aspects of conservative ideology. While conservatives are hostile to the goals of the left, particularly the empowerment of society's lower castes and classes, they often are the left's best students.
Sometimes, their studies are self-conscious and strategic, as they look to the left for ways to bend new vernaculars, or new media, to their suddenly delegitimated aims. Fearful that the philosophes had taken control of popular opinion in France, reactionary theologians in the middle of the eighteenth century looked to the example of their enemies. They stopped writing abstruse disquisitions for each other and began to produce Catholic agitprop, which would be distributed through the very networks that brought enlightenment to the French people. They spent vast sums funding essay contests, like those in which Rousseau made his name, to reward writers who wrote accessible and popular defenses of religion.
...
Even without directly engaging the progressive argument, conservatives may absorb, by some elusive osmosis, the deeper categories and idioms of the left, even when those idioms run directly counter to their official stance. After years of opposing the women's movement, for example, Phyllis Schlafly seemed genuinely incapable of conjuring the prefeminist view of women as deferential wives and mothers. Instead, she celebrated the activist "power of the positive woman."...When she spoke out against the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), she didn't claim that it introduced a radical new language of rights. Her argument was the opposite. The ERA, she told the Washington Star, "is a takeaway of women's rights." It will "take away the right of the wife in an ongoing marriage, the wife in the home." Schlafly was obviously using the language of rights in a way that was opposed to the aims of the feminist movement; she was using rights talk to put women back into the home, to keep them as wives and mothers. But that is the point: conservatism adapts and adopts, often unconsciously, the language of democratic reform to the cause of hierarchy.
So Villager is in San Diego this week visiting her friend in the Navy and our drummer and we've been texting the past half hour while I'm skipping work and hypothetically studying and totally not procrastinating, and she says this:
Quote from: VillagerThey have vodka at cvs
Quote from: meThat means San Diego has some horrible truth they don't tell the outlanders until it's too late.
I have to say, this is probably the only time I've ever actually wanted to go to California. Seems like she's having fun.
Bleh. Not working in Cambridge. Well, that's £130 in ticket costs I wont see again anytime soon.
Also, I'm meant to be attending a work meeting today. I'm planning on having a last minute unavoidable emergency, because I can't be bothered.
Quote from: Cain on November 13, 2014, 07:37:19 AM
Bleh. Not working in Cambridge. Well, that's £130 in ticket costs I wont see again anytime soon.
Also, I'm meant to be attending a work meeting today. I'm planning on having a last minute unavoidable emergency, because I can't be bothered.
Sorry, bud.
Eh, it happens. I wasn't especially thrilled with the place anyway, but I would like my travel costs to be covered.
Bill them, you never know your luck.
In other news, New Job is looking increasingly like the promised land. It's fucking beautiful. Work upcoming the UK, Holland and Germany.
Soon out of this place, Current employer desperate to know where I'm off to. Can't stop laughing mainly as he's likely to have a minor stroke when he figures it out.
Oh I know boarding schools, and this particular employer in particular. They may have a budget in the tens of millions and a goddamn Qatari sovereign investment fund backing them, but they wont shell out a single penny more than they have to, and since they didn't specify it in the interview arrangements (despite my asking), they're not obligated whatsoever.
I have the ebola in my pants. :sad:
You should ask Foodbabe for medicinal herbs to treat ebola.
Quote from: Cain on November 13, 2014, 04:24:29 PM
You should ask Foodbabe for medicinal herbs to treat ebola.
:lulz:
I hate to wish it on anyone, but I hope that she gets hospitalized with a preventable disease. I hope she makes a full recovery, but that it's nightmarish while it lasts.
I just did a search for states that certify paralegals (more $$, greater autonomy, a job title that actually means what it says), with an eye to getting closer to Colorado since it looks like my daughter's mom probably won't be moving again anytime soon.
Guess which is the closest state? Go ahead and guess...ROGER...
I have reached a bizarre post-stress state where everything is still falling apart and my locus of control is about as far as my nose but I am somehow blissfully numb.
On the locus of control front: learning database structure, potentially building a game system, still have more posters to design, and COOKIES.
Everything else: the Universe seems hell-bent on keeping me right at the moment of pre-collapse, so until I have a viable alternative might as well just go with it.
It's just you and me ankle. You think I won't drown you in booze since I'm out of drugs you got another coming. You think I won't pick my wife up, and bang her til she passes out then you forget who likes Rock N Roll. Do us both a favor, and heal already because I'm starting to run out of patience, and the last time I checked I have lots of money to buy cheap whiskey! So please try ankle tell me I won't smash my dick with a hammer! DO IT!
Why do you refer to your wife as a hammer?
Upon further reflection: dandelions are not food.
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on November 13, 2014, 11:59:44 PM
Upon further reflection: dandelions are not food.
I made that mistake once, too.
We modern humans have a more refined palate and more discerning stomach than our "that tarantula is easy pickin's" ancestors'.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 13, 2014, 11:58:47 PM
Why do you refer to your wife as a hammer?
Because she likes to smash. If you know what I mean, and I think you do.
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on November 13, 2014, 09:53:56 PM
I have reached a bizarre post-stress state where everything is still falling apart and my locus of control is about as far as my nose but I am somehow blissfully numb.
On the locus of control front: learning database structure, potentially building a game system, still have more posters to design, and COOKIES.
Everything else: the Universe seems hell-bent on keeping me right at the moment of pre-collapse, so until I have a viable alternative might as well just go with it.
Something oddly liberating about having no fucking say in the matter. First time I remember really encountering that state was sitting in an interrogation room having true facts from my life read to me in very intimate and accurate detail. Kind of just a...well...this is no longer up to me at all.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 13, 2014, 07:05:21 PM
I just did a search for states that certify paralegals (more $$, greater autonomy, a job title that actually means what it says), with an eye to getting closer to Colorado since it looks like my daughter's mom probably won't be moving again anytime soon.
Guess which is the closest state? Go ahead and guess...ROGER...
Sooner or later,
everyone comes to Tucson.
I've been avoiding saying anything up until now because I honestly don't want any condolences, and I also am still in a state of disbelief even though I saw her comatose in the hospital, but yesterday, I lost someone I've known for 20 years, and who can be pointed out as both a direct and indirect influence on who I am today, the choices I've made, and the attitudes that I have, all for better or worse, for a good half of my existence. A friend and sometimes enemy, a hindrance and a help, someone who has had a profound and irrefutable effect on my life.
I don't think I've had such a confusing clusterfuck of emotions than I do right now. The last thing she said to me was in anger. When I texted her to say lets talk it out, her boyfriend responded to let me know she was in the hospital. She had a severe attack of asthma that left her oxygen deprived enough to destroy her brain. She never regained consciousness and was on life support for a week. You think you have all the time in the world to sort things out, because who the fuck dies at 32 of asthma? At least one person.
Everything looked small today.
I'm sorry to hear that, Twid. :(
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 14, 2014, 12:29:29 AM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on November 13, 2014, 11:59:44 PM
Upon further reflection: dandelions are not food.
I made that mistake once, too.
We modern humans have a more refined palate and more discerning stomach than our "that tarantula is easy pickin's" ancestors'.
Speak for yourself, city boy.
:(
On that note, I'm going to make a doctor appointment to get my asthma better controlled.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 14, 2014, 05:12:16 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 14, 2014, 12:29:29 AM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on November 13, 2014, 11:59:44 PM
Upon further reflection: dandelions are not food.
I made that mistake once, too.
We modern humans have a more refined palate and more discerning stomach than our "that tarantula is easy pickin's" ancestors'.
Speak for yourself, city boy.
:lol:
So sorry to hear that, Twid. :(
Twid. Take it easy man. Hope the bad outweighed the good, significantly.
Quote from: N E T on November 14, 2014, 07:08:15 AM
:(
On that note, I'm going to make a doctor appointment to get my asthma better controlled.
Please do.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 14, 2014, 09:16:32 AM
Twid. Take it easy man. Hope the bad outweighed the good, significantly.
I think overall, it did, but the bad was really bad. I felt progressively trapped and isolated by the friendship between the ages of 18 and 21. She wasn't terribly stable and being entirely ill-equipped to deal with that that young, she was able to emotionally manipulate me into essentially spending all of my free time with her. Which is something that obviously is getting dredged up for me again, since I'm reflecting on the whole friendship. I ended up accepting a second job the week after I turned 21, reasoning that if I wasn't going to have any free time anymore, I'd at least get paid for it. Not too long after, she herself got a job and a boyfriend and gained some stability, and I chucked the second job and got my freedom back.
There was one time during that period where I flipped out, and I mean, got dizzy, redfaced, shouting as loud as was humanly possible about her monopolizing my time, which she got indignant about, stormed off home, I got a day off, and then she called back to apologize, because looking at her wall calendar she realized that she had indeed spent literally every day for the past two months with me. Somehow that made me feel like the bad guy and I told her it was fine.
But the past 10 years of it were actually pretty good.
I noticed something.
I was in a couple of discussions/arguments/head-wall-bashing on FB a few days ago. One was about making the Internet a utility, and one was about catcalls.* It was pretty standard -- people talking past each other, ossified talking points, non-sequitor arguments, heel-dig-screech, etc. Fun for a while, in that way.
But since I am nothing if not a naive idealist, I began to honestly be confused at some of the positions these people were taking. They seemed completely foreign to me. I couldn't find any entry point in how their position holds up. So I decided to take it out of the public forum. I PMd them, and asked if they could clarify themselves.
Not a single one of them wanted to engage in a private discussion. They would much rather bluster on where everyone can see them. There's no thinking things through, it's all tribal signalling. And the thing about signals is that there's no truth value to them. That would be like saying "the color green is true". It's meaningless. The problem is that since they're signalling with words rather than colors, you might get the impression that they're trying to communicate ideas instead of [/i]affiliations[/i]. And you can't use rationality or well-constructed arguments to change someone's affiliation.
But I'm sure many of you have already realized this.
*I'm pro-utility and anti-catcall, for the record.
Modern liberalism is pretty much almost entirely social signalling and cultural dispositions, at this point. Conservatism reached that point somewhere around 2002.
Good thing the internet has allowed free and open exchange of views, or else we'd be totally fucked.
Har. Har. Har.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 14, 2014, 02:41:42 PM
I noticed something.
I was in a couple of discussions/arguments/head-wall-bashing on FB a few days ago. One was about making the Internet a utility, and one was about catcalls.* It was pretty standard -- people talking past each other, ossified talking points, non-sequitor arguments, heel-dig-screech, etc. Fun for a while, in that way.
But since I am nothing if not a naive idealist, I began to honestly be confused at some of the positions these people were taking. They seemed completely foreign to me. I couldn't find any entry point in how their position holds up. So I decided to take it out of the public forum. I PMd them, and asked if they could clarify themselves.
Not a single one of them wanted to engage in a private discussion. They would much rather bluster on where everyone can see them. There's no thinking things through, it's all tribal signalling. And the thing about signals is that there's no truth value to them. That would be like saying "the color green is true". It's meaningless. The problem is that since they're signalling with words rather than colors, you might get the impression that they're trying to communicate ideas instead of [/i]affiliations[/i]. And you can't use rationality or well-constructed arguments to change someone's affiliation.
But I'm sure many of you have already realized this.
*I'm pro-utility and anti-catcall, for the record.
:showus:
This is just another variation of the tumblr effect.
Also, this is why I keep linking to Freddie d'Boer's blog on Facebook, as he's one of the few people pointing out how fucked up this is (http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/07/17/cultural-liberalism-reaches-peak-self-parody/#rssowlmlink).
Quote from: Cain on November 14, 2014, 02:59:30 PM
Also, this is why I keep linking to Freddie d'Boer's blog on Facebook, as he's one of the few people pointing out how fucked up this is (http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/07/17/cultural-liberalism-reaches-peak-self-parody/#rssowlmlink).
Can't see this at work. Fortunately, I have nothing to do this evening.
Woot, new bookmark! Thanks, Cain.
Current employer having some kind of breakdown.
Laughing isn't helping apparently. Neither is correcting him when he says I'll be around and able to fix shit.
That particular one is about liberals being jubilant at a female Thor and Black Captain America just before the Supreme Court was due to rule on the contraception provisions.
Here are some more in-depth ones:
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/04/18/free-speech-rights-and-ability/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/04/29/bingo-cards-go-both-ways/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/05/03/sooner-or-later-theyre-going-to-come-for-people-you-do-like/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/05/14/culture-war-in-everything-gmo-labeling-edition/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/09/15/carceral-progressivism/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/09/27/those-other-men-those-other-white-people/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/10/08/jezebel-gets-in-on-some-sweet-sex-shaming/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/10/13/the-burden-of-expanding-the-police-states-power-to-prosecute-sex-crimes-will-fall-on-the-poor-and-the-black/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/10/19/police-aggression-will-fall-inevitably-on-the-poor-and-the-brown-pumpkin-edition/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/11/01/please-read-it-first/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/11/03/incentives-for-argument-continued/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/11/05/pondering-the-imponderables-with-adam-kotsko/
http://fredrikdeboer.com/2014/11/10/good-people-bein-good/
Online liberal writing, as you can see, is in a pretty dire place.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 14, 2014, 03:24:58 PM
Current employer having some kind of breakdown.
Laughing isn't helping apparently. Neither is correcting him when he says I'll be around and able to fix shit.
:lulz:
Sorry, Twid. That's pretty heavy.
Sorry to hear that, Twid. :sad:
Thanks everyone. Still haven't processed it.
my brain is officially made of cheese.
i ordered some t-shirt yarn to mek rugs with and got it sent to the wrong effing address.
that i haven't lived in since 2011.
i will update you as to my attempts at retrieving my yarn tomorrow, when i hope a nice person will let me in the door of the old place to the hallway and find a card for the parcel centre or my yarn.
I have since properly updated my ebay account
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on November 14, 2014, 10:40:54 PM
my brain is officially made of cheese.
i ordered some t-shirt yarn to mek rugs with and got it sent to the wrong effing address.
that i haven't lived in since 2011.
i will update you as to my attempts at retrieving my yarn tomorrow, when i hope a nice person will let me in the door of the old place to the hallway and find a card for the parcel centre or my yarn.
I have since properly updated my ebay account
I hate when that happens!
hugs and good luck Twid, sorry to hear about that. :(
Had some beers with a friend that Suzanne and I had in common, and who I hadn't seen in a long time. It was mutually beneficial. I stayed later than I intended but was pleasantly surprised to find that Boston has finally adopted subway hours reasonable for a Friday night. Now to figure out where unhealthy 24 hour food is within reasonable riding distance from home.
Not worth it. I'm not riding up that hill to Magoun Square just for a quick bite.
Downloading 23 gig of data.
So, uh, dont expect to see me for a couple of days.
Quote from: Cain on November 17, 2014, 06:01:36 PM
Downloading 23 gig of data.
So, uh, dont expect to see me for a couple of days.
I was wondering why England locked up and got that Windows "thinking" display.
Holland on Thursday. Last day with current guy tomorrow. I'm expecting strong words and a meltdown by around 12-ish. Reasonably confident I'll be laughing non stop from around 11:30 as there's whole heap of shit and responsibilities that he's totally forgotten about that will have to be done by someone. Guess who the only other qualified and competent chap to do them is?
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 17, 2014, 06:23:36 PM
Holland on Thursday. Last day with current guy tomorrow. I'm expecting strong words and a meltdown by around 12-ish. Reasonably confident I'll be laughing non stop from around 11:30 as there's whole heap of shit and responsibilities that he's totally forgotten about that will have to be done by someone. Guess who the only other qualified and competent chap to do them is?
Good luck Junkenstein.
I vaguely remember you saying you wouldn't have time for a meat-up?
Bummer.
My stomach is still kinda sick.
Still going to lift weights tonight. Because.
viewing today was fucking shocking. the flat was so mould infested that the agent reckons it needs to be off the market. Which is a shame because in the en suite there was enough room for kitty litter boxes, bedroom was an OK size and although small, it was sufficient and was also bang on budget. I asked the agent to call me if they manage to sort it before the end of December.
more viewings Thursday
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 17, 2014, 08:12:52 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 17, 2014, 06:23:36 PM
Holland on Thursday. Last day with current guy tomorrow. I'm expecting strong words and a meltdown by around 12-ish. Reasonably confident I'll be laughing non stop from around 11:30 as there's whole heap of shit and responsibilities that he's totally forgotten about that will have to be done by someone. Guess who the only other qualified and competent chap to do them is?
Good luck Junkenstein.
I vaguely remember you saying you wouldn't have time for a meat-up?
Bummer.
Possibly not on the first jaunt, but I wouldn't rule it out in the near future.
I'll PM.
I attended the wake last night. The undertakers did a good job, but my God, seeing her dead was strange. It was sad. But it was stranger than it was sad. I've gotten over the fact that she died being mad at me and I not being able to resolve it. I found out she was in the hospital because I reached out to her to resolve our issue. If she were still alive and didn't resolve things with me I would have shrugged and gone, "well, I tried." The whole thing was weird. The wake had this sort of, I really am just having a strange dream sort of feel to it, even down to the people there. Even down to the slideshow of pictures. She's been dating her boyfriend for 11 years and there are no pictures of them together. The pictures abruptly end in her early 20s. One of the last ones was my high school graduation. The funeral Mass was said today in New York (her mom insisted on a Latin Mass, and Boston doesn't have any Latin Mass priests anymore). She's being buried tomorrow in her father's grave. I won't be attending. I'm welcome to, but I'm opting not to.
I am sad, but I'm ok. But I'd be lying if I said this wasn't really fucking surreal.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 18, 2014, 02:29:31 AM
I attended the wake last night. The undertakers did a good job, but my God, seeing her dead was strange. It was sad. But it was stranger than it was sad. I've gotten over the fact that she died being mad at me and I not being able to resolve it. I found out she was in the hospital because I reached out to her to resolve our issue. If she were still alive and didn't resolve things with me I would have shrugged and gone, "well, I tried." The whole thing was weird. The wake had this sort of, I really am just having a strange dream sort of feel to it, even down to the people there. Even down to the slideshow of pictures. She's been dating her boyfriend for 11 years and there are no pictures of them together. The pictures abruptly end in her early 20s. One of the last ones was my high school graduation. The funeral Mass was said today in New York (her mom insisted on a Latin Mass, and Boston doesn't have any Latin Mass priests anymore). She's being buried tomorrow in her father's grave. I won't be attending. I'm welcome to, but I'm opting not to.
I am sad, but I'm ok. But I'd be lying if I said this wasn't really fucking surreal.
Shit, dude.
Sorry.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on November 18, 2014, 02:37:41 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 18, 2014, 02:29:31 AM
I attended the wake last night. The undertakers did a good job, but my God, seeing her dead was strange. It was sad. But it was stranger than it was sad. I've gotten over the fact that she died being mad at me and I not being able to resolve it. I found out she was in the hospital because I reached out to her to resolve our issue. If she were still alive and didn't resolve things with me I would have shrugged and gone, "well, I tried." The whole thing was weird. The wake had this sort of, I really am just having a strange dream sort of feel to it, even down to the people there. Even down to the slideshow of pictures. She's been dating her boyfriend for 11 years and there are no pictures of them together. The pictures abruptly end in her early 20s. One of the last ones was my high school graduation. The funeral Mass was said today in New York (her mom insisted on a Latin Mass, and Boston doesn't have any Latin Mass priests anymore). She's being buried tomorrow in her father's grave. I won't be attending. I'm welcome to, but I'm opting not to.
I am sad, but I'm ok. But I'd be lying if I said this wasn't really fucking surreal.
Shit, dude.
Sorry.
Thanks.
After yesterday, though, I feel the worst for her boyfriend. He kept it together but he looked horrible. You know that look? That look of someone so devastated that they can't even lose it anymore?
It's also worth noting that her getting a Catholic funeral Mass, in Latin, no less, would have amused her. She was a Neopagan. Her mom wanted to throw the Latin on there for good measure. Her mom was accepting of her beliefs, but she is a Catholic nevertheless.
Me being a PDer is one of those indirect effects of knowing Suzanne. She was the one who introduced me to Neopaganism, and by extension, Discordia, even though she wasn't a Discordian herself.
Hell, the reason I'm with Villager is because of her. That second job I took? That's where I met Villager's brother and became friends with him.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 17, 2014, 06:17:51 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 17, 2014, 06:01:36 PM
Downloading 23 gig of data.
So, uh, dont expect to see me for a couple of days.
I was wondering why England locked up and got that Windows "thinking" display.
That and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are uploading their annual happy slapping tournament exploits to Youtube.
Seriously though, fucking countryside internet. "Only" 22 more hours....
Flying to Portland in 5 hours or so. I'll be out of contact, more or less, until Thursday afternoon.
Bye, have fun.
Safe travels, chickadee!
I love Facebook advice. By "love" I mean "hate", and by "hate" I mean "I deliberately post updates which don't ask for advice but are certain to solicit terrible and/or inapplicable advice from near-strangers who think they are being clever or helpful".
Favorites include solutions that require me to time-travel to a time before my complaint arose, such as responses to my lament that the grocery store near campus does not carry any single-serving unsweetened regular yogurt, which gleaned several suggestions that I go to Costco, which is approximately fifteen miles from campus, and one marvelously sincere suggestion that I make my own yogurt, which clearly fits nicely into the between-classes-snack time frame.
Last night I posted a sincere question aimed at my friends in neuroscience, which was whether they have any recommendations for a good anatomical brain model for under $100. Best response: an article about preserved abnormal brains from an old asylum.
Well done, Facebook. You do not fail to deliver.
I am going to start trolling these people's pages, and respond to all their dilemmas with increasingly inapplicable and/or tangential advice.
Or I would, except they won't get it. :lulz:
Have you tried not posting on Facebook?
:whack:
Quote from: Cain on November 18, 2014, 07:26:01 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 17, 2014, 06:17:51 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 17, 2014, 06:01:36 PM
Downloading 23 gig of data.
So, uh, dont expect to see me for a couple of days.
I was wondering why England locked up and got that Windows "thinking" display.
That and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are uploading their annual happy slapping tournament exploits to Youtube.
Seriously though, fucking countryside internet. "Only" 22 more hours....
Semi-serious aside, any truth to the rumour that Happy Slapping started in Oxbridge in the university crowd and spread from there? I'm inclined to believe it though it does have a whiff of bullshit. And I'm guessing if anyone knows, it's you.
And what the hell are you downloading of that size? At those speeds it'd be faster to get whatever it fucking is through the post.
University files.
Also no, not that I'm aware of. An incident at Oxford Uni helped bring it to wider public attention, but I'm fairly sure it started in south-central London.
Ah.I guess that means you're fucked then.
South-central london is more plausible, but for the sake of rumor-mongering I'll go with the oxbridge version.
Quote from: Cain on November 18, 2014, 03:19:02 PM
University files.
Also no, not that I'm aware of. An incident at Oxford Uni helped bring it to wider public attention, but I'm fairly sure it started in south-central London.
Sounds more like an East End thing.
No, wait, they'd use straight razors.
So...
Am I spoiled by PD or is it really that easy to piss off internet atheists enough that they block you at the drop of a hat? Because I just got accused of pulling a "good atheist routine" when I was essentially telling the guy that he wasn't convincing anyone but people who already have animosity towards organized religion. When I pointed out that I wasn't an atheist, I got blocked.
And on a completely different note, Villager got a job that she applied for at McLean Hospital in Belmont (Romneyville), which is Northwest of Boston proper. I'm North of Boston. She asked me today if my landlady had anything where I live that didn't have shared bathroom and kitchen. I told her I would ask, but then after it occurred to me that maybe it's time for she and I to move in together. I'll have to think it over. There are logistical issues to consider, since I'll be transferring to UMass Boston, which, funny enough, is close to where she lives now. But if she's going to be living without roommates, maybe that conversation is overdue.
There's this new kid at my work who acts as though i'm the first adult to ever give him instructions. Everything i ask him is either "well, SOOO-REE, I didn't know!" or a neverending series of question on the theme of why i wont let him do X thing that i've already told everyone else they can't do.
and also my dad's going in for back surgery soon and we've all got our fingers crossed
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 05:07:44 AM
There's this new kid at my work who acts as though i'm the first adult to ever give him instructions. Everything i ask him is either "well, SOOO-REE, I didn't know!" or a neverending series of question on the theme of why i wont let him do X thing that i've already told everyone else they can't do.
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Quoteand also my dad's going in for back surgery soon and we've all got our fingers crossed
Good luck!
My grandfather (the one who survived cancer twice) died this morning. Blood poisoning. I'm devastated.
Damn. I'm sorry to hear that.
Quote from: Hello Waffles on November 19, 2014, 12:41:58 PM
My grandfather (the one who survived cancer twice) died this morning. Blood poisoning. I'm devastated.
Condolences, Waffles.
Condolences.
I'm sorry to hear it, Waffles.
That's a fucking punch to the gut man, take care of yourself/family and take it easy.
My condolonces, Waffles.
Quote from: Hello Waffles on November 19, 2014, 12:41:58 PM
My grandfather (the one who survived cancer twice) died this morning. Blood poisoning. I'm devastated.
:sad: I'm so sorry.
So sorry to hear that Waffles. :(
Sorry for your loss, Waffles
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 19, 2014, 12:10:57 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 05:07:44 AM
There's this new kid at my work who acts as though i'm the first adult to ever give him instructions. Everything i ask him is either "well, SOOO-REE, I didn't know!" or a neverending series of question on the theme of why i wont let him do X thing that i've already told everyone else they can't do.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rHuHJmUXS4k/VGyY2Q-pjCI/AAAAAAAABT4/QDfukP9_5Ws/w413-h573-no/Snowflake.jpg)
Yesterday during an art project, i had the kids try to paint The Old Guitarist by Picasso, this kid painted a tiny little blue stick figure in the bottom right corner of his paper and painted the X-Files logo over the rest of his paper and then had the audacity to argue with me about whether or not that is completing the assignment. I honestly think this kid is trying to troll me.
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 07:51:03 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 19, 2014, 12:10:57 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 05:07:44 AM
There's this new kid at my work who acts as though i'm the first adult to ever give him instructions. Everything i ask him is either "well, SOOO-REE, I didn't know!" or a neverending series of question on the theme of why i wont let him do X thing that i've already told everyone else they can't do.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rHuHJmUXS4k/VGyY2Q-pjCI/AAAAAAAABT4/QDfukP9_5Ws/w413-h573-no/Snowflake.jpg)
Yesterday during an art project, i had the kids try to paint The Old Guitarist by Picasso, this kid painted a tiny little blue stick figure in the bottom right corner of his paper and painted the X-Files logo over the rest of his paper and then had the audacity to argue with me about whether or not that is completing the assignment. I honestly think this kid is trying to troll me.
Well, were his arguments any good?
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 07:51:03 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 19, 2014, 12:10:57 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 05:07:44 AM
There's this new kid at my work who acts as though i'm the first adult to ever give him instructions. Everything i ask him is either "well, SOOO-REE, I didn't know!" or a neverending series of question on the theme of why i wont let him do X thing that i've already told everyone else they can't do.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rHuHJmUXS4k/VGyY2Q-pjCI/AAAAAAAABT4/QDfukP9_5Ws/w413-h573-no/Snowflake.jpg)
Yesterday during an art project, i had the kids try to paint The Old Guitarist by Picasso, this kid painted a tiny little blue stick figure in the bottom right corner of his paper and painted the X-Files logo over the rest of his paper and then had the audacity to argue with me about whether or not that is completing the assignment. I honestly think this kid is trying to troll me.
Sounds to me like he's doing a decent job.
Dear Open Bar:
I'm finalizing the cookie list. There aren't a lot of PDers on it just yet. If you haven't posted in that thread or PMed me, please do so tonight or tomorrow so I can get to baking.
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 19, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 07:51:03 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 19, 2014, 12:10:57 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 05:07:44 AM
There's this new kid at my work who acts as though i'm the first adult to ever give him instructions. Everything i ask him is either "well, SOOO-REE, I didn't know!" or a neverending series of question on the theme of why i wont let him do X thing that i've already told everyone else they can't do.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rHuHJmUXS4k/VGyY2Q-pjCI/AAAAAAAABT4/QDfukP9_5Ws/w413-h573-no/Snowflake.jpg)
Yesterday during an art project, i had the kids try to paint The Old Guitarist by Picasso, this kid painted a tiny little blue stick figure in the bottom right corner of his paper and painted the X-Files logo over the rest of his paper and then had the audacity to argue with me about whether or not that is completing the assignment. I honestly think this kid is trying to troll me.
Well, were his arguments any good?
Nah, it was mostly the typical "But WHHHYYYYYYYY?" And im sorry but I have higher standards for my class clowns than that. Kids these days, no respect for the fine art of disrupting a classroom.
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 20, 2014, 02:31:41 AM
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 19, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 07:51:03 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 19, 2014, 12:10:57 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 19, 2014, 05:07:44 AM
There's this new kid at my work who acts as though i'm the first adult to ever give him instructions. Everything i ask him is either "well, SOOO-REE, I didn't know!" or a neverending series of question on the theme of why i wont let him do X thing that i've already told everyone else they can't do.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rHuHJmUXS4k/VGyY2Q-pjCI/AAAAAAAABT4/QDfukP9_5Ws/w413-h573-no/Snowflake.jpg)
Yesterday during an art project, i had the kids try to paint The Old Guitarist by Picasso, this kid painted a tiny little blue stick figure in the bottom right corner of his paper and painted the X-Files logo over the rest of his paper and then had the audacity to argue with me about whether or not that is completing the assignment. I honestly think this kid is trying to troll me.
Well, were his arguments any good?
Nah, it was mostly the typical "But WHHHYYYYYYYY?" And im sorry but I have higher standards for my class clowns than that. Kids these days, no respect for the fine art of disrupting a classroom.
Hah, yeah. 2/10 points. He painted something and tried to argue, but that is nowhere near good enough.
Thanks guys.
Had a breakdown at work today, again. I really don't think i can do this long term. I might quit at the end of this semester, but i need something steady to switch to. Maybe another tutoring gig at another college.
Dammit, I'm doing it again. Someone on FB is saying that Obama's executive decision is illegal due to the Alien and Sedition Act.
Sorry, too busy playing Dragon Age: Inquisition to argue on FB.
Once I have more optimal graphics settings (stutter in cut scenes no bueno), I'll start recording.
See, that just made me happy. Thanks, Cain!
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 21, 2014, 01:34:47 PM
Dammit, I'm doing it again. Someone on FB is saying that Obama's executive decision is illegal due to the Alien and Sedition Act.
I have got to see that.
Also...GET THAT GOLD FRINGE OFF MY FLAG!11!!
The argument is that while the Alien Enemies act is still around, the Alien Friends act expired in the 1800s, which supposedly gives the power to deport aliens back to the states.
Too bad there's the US Code Title Six, Chapter One, line 5: "The Secretary, acting through the Under Secretary for Border and Transportation Security, shall be responsible for the following: (5) Establishing national immigration enforcement policies and priorities."
Quote from: Hello Waffles on November 19, 2014, 12:41:58 PM
My grandfather (the one who survived cancer twice) died this morning. Blood poisoning. I'm devastated.
Sorry to hear that. :cry:
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 21, 2014, 01:50:23 PM
See, that just made me happy. Thanks, Cain!
Well, it depends on what is happening with the patch. The gameplay isn't so bad, about 5 FPS drop, maybe 10 with a lot of NPCs around or in a very chaotic fight.
But the cutscenes are micro-stuttering, both on the video and the audio side of things. Admittedly, recording doesn't make this any worse, but it's still not helpful, and BioWare are aware there is a memory leak issue that they need to resolve.
To all you guys who are having a bad time right now sorry to hear about that. Punch through it, and raise hell,scream,kick,punch,yell if you have too. Hope things get better soon.
I made too many origami boxes. Cookie making is complicated.
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on November 22, 2014, 07:01:14 PM
I made too many origami boxes. Cookie making is complicated.
:lulz:
So, my boyfriend has been a huge pain in the ass to spend any time with at all for the last six weeks or so. I think I gotta call it, but it's really hard to break up with someone YOU NEVER SEE.
I thought we had a standing date on Sundays, so last week he was working in my neighborhood and got off at six. I was all "you wanna head over here or should I meet you there?" thinking it was a fifteen-minute walk and then we could do dinner. He says "I'm heading to [restaurant in other part of town] if you want to meet me there".
??? Why the fuck would he LEAVE MY NEIGHBORHOOD and expect me to bus across town for dinner, when he was already here?
This week, he has a friend in town. Friend turns out to be vegan. This is Portland, so every restaurant has vegan options, but apparently she has to eat at a pure untainted vegan establishment. Boy asks for suggestions. I don't fucking know, I don't go to vegan restaurants. Boy suggests they come and pick me up and take me to a bar near my house. I mention that it's more of a hipster bar with vegan food than a dinner place, and mention that if they want a better dining experience that I don't mind bussing and meeting them somewhere. My friend suggests a nice place in SE that's fairly easy to get to from here.
Boy texts me today and says that they're going to a place that's about ten blocks from his house, which has the same owners and menu as the original place he suggested in my neighborhood. So, my attempt to accommodate the vegan so she can have better food now means that I have to take two buses across town and back again for the same lousy food I could have had up the street.
Great.
Seriously, what the fuck is wrong with just normal dinner dates? This seems to be an impossibility in his world for some reason. I am done.
That sucks, Nigel.
It's lame, but it's not like I'm in love with him or anything. I just really liked the guy but it's too much work to spend any time with him, and I'm getting weird mixed signals, like he talks about how much he misses me but doesn't make any effort to see me, and basically will NOT come to my house unless he's going to spend the night... which doesn't work for me at all.
There's also an element of "really? I subsidized you and gave you rides all summer, and you can't even pick a dinner place that's near the halfway point?"
Your arguments are valid.
Good luck with finding him so you can break up.
Quote from: Reginald Ret (07/05/1983 - 06/11/2014) on November 23, 2014, 10:11:07 PM
Your arguments are valid.
Good luck with finding him so you can break up.
:lulz: Thanks.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 23, 2014, 09:12:50 PM
So, my boyfriend has been a huge pain in the ass to spend any time with at all for the last six weeks or so. I think I gotta call it, but it's really hard to break up with someone YOU NEVER SEE.
Then
QuoteThis week, he has a friend in town. Friend turns out to be vegan. This is Portland, so every restaurant has vegan options, but apparently she has to eat at a pure untainted vegan establishment. .
Am I the only person seeing the potential, here?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 12:52:07 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 23, 2014, 09:12:50 PM
So, my boyfriend has been a huge pain in the ass to spend any time with at all for the last six weeks or so. I think I gotta call it, but it's really hard to break up with someone YOU NEVER SEE.
Then
QuoteThis week, he has a friend in town. Friend turns out to be vegan. This is Portland, so every restaurant has vegan options, but apparently she has to eat at a pure untainted vegan establishment. .
Am I the only person seeing the potential, here?
:lulz: I think I missed my chance.
I am going to go meet them at a non-vegan bar after dinner, though.
I'm half-expecting to be told that they're not going there after all, but instead to a bar that is in the opposite direction and would take three buses an hour and half to get to from my house.
HA but actually he just texted to say that they are coming to pick me up and are on their way. I LOVE LAST MINUTE CHANGES OF PLANS. THERE'S NOTHING LIKE BEING INFORMED THAT ACTUALLY YOU ARE GONNA DO SOMETHING AN HOUR EARLIER THAN EXPECTED.
I guess that means there's no time for me to eat.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 02:03:47 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 12:52:07 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 23, 2014, 09:12:50 PM
So, my boyfriend has been a huge pain in the ass to spend any time with at all for the last six weeks or so. I think I gotta call it, but it's really hard to break up with someone YOU NEVER SEE.
Then
QuoteThis week, he has a friend in town. Friend turns out to be vegan. This is Portland, so every restaurant has vegan options, but apparently she has to eat at a pure untainted vegan establishment. .
Am I the only person seeing the potential, here?
:lulz: I think I missed my chance.
I am going to go meet them at a non-vegan bar after dinner, though.
Wait, just so we're clear, we ARE talking about slapping the vegan in the face with a large kielbasa, right? that is immediately what my mind jumped to
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 21, 2014, 03:01:17 PM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on November 19, 2014, 12:41:58 PM
My grandfather (the one who survived cancer twice) died this morning. Blood poisoning. I'm devastated.
Sorry to hear that. :cry:
Thanks, Roger.
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on November 24, 2014, 05:09:31 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 02:03:47 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 12:52:07 AM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 23, 2014, 09:12:50 PM
So, my boyfriend has been a huge pain in the ass to spend any time with at all for the last six weeks or so. I think I gotta call it, but it's really hard to break up with someone YOU NEVER SEE.
Then
QuoteThis week, he has a friend in town. Friend turns out to be vegan. This is Portland, so every restaurant has vegan options, but apparently she has to eat at a pure untainted vegan establishment. .
Am I the only person seeing the potential, here?
:lulz: I think I missed my chance.
I am going to go meet them at a non-vegan bar after dinner, though.
Wait, just so we're clear, we ARE talking about slapping the vegan in the face with a large kielbasa, right? that is immediately what my mind jumped to
Naw. You ask questions about Veganism. Then you ask more. And more. AND MORE.
HORRIBLE SOCRATIC DEATH.
I behaved myself.
I did not break up with him in front of his out of town guests, that would have been rude.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 03:03:53 PM
I behaved myself.
I did not break up with him in front of his out of town guests, that would have been rude.
I take it he didn't woo you into changing your mind though :p
Quote from: 🅵🅰🆄🆂🆃 on November 24, 2014, 03:58:14 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 03:03:53 PM
I behaved myself.
I did not break up with him in front of his out of town guests, that would have been rude.
I take it he didn't woo you into changing your mind though :p
Nope. Though I was reminded of how much I actually like him, I just would like to be able to see him maybe once a week at a reasonably normal time of day or night without it being a gigantic pain in my ass.
I just don't have time for things to be difficult.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:17:15 PM
Quote from: 🅵🅰🆄🆂🆃 on November 24, 2014, 03:58:14 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 03:03:53 PM
I behaved myself.
I did not break up with him in front of his out of town guests, that would have been rude.
I take it he didn't woo you into changing your mind though :p
Nope. Though I was reminded of how much I actually like him, I just would like to be able to see him maybe once a week at a reasonably normal time of day or night without it being a gigantic pain in my ass.
I just don't have time for things to be difficult.
That's a shame, Sounds like even talking to him about the issue would be difficult if you cant actually get time with him.
Quote from: 🅵🅰🆄🆂🆃 on November 24, 2014, 04:29:48 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:17:15 PM
Quote from: 🅵🅰🆄🆂🆃 on November 24, 2014, 03:58:14 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 03:03:53 PM
I behaved myself.
I did not break up with him in front of his out of town guests, that would have been rude.
I take it he didn't woo you into changing your mind though :p
Nope. Though I was reminded of how much I actually like him, I just would like to be able to see him maybe once a week at a reasonably normal time of day or night without it being a gigantic pain in my ass.
I just don't have time for things to be difficult.
That's a shame, Sounds like even talking to him about the issue would be difficult if you cant actually get time with him.
Yeah, exactly.
Yanno, I'm a really busy guy, by which I mean there are endless things that keep me away from the house.
Or would, if I didn't FORCE time for Jenn. Not as much as I would like, but at least a couple of waking hours a day, bare minimum.
It isn't easy, but I do it because I want to be with her. If I didn't, I imagine she'd leave me.
Just saying.
As school gradually ramps into Finals week (with a midterm one week before Finals, for good measure) I am gradually having a complete meltdown. I can't fucking do this and also FUCK HOLIDAYS.
OK, with that out of the way, I've been fiddling with my car and it looks like the problem may lie in the simple fact that last time I replaced my brake lights, the douche at the auto supply store absolutely insisted that I had the wrong bulbs in and sold me different bulbs from the ones I've been using for years. He looked it up on the computer and was like "Nope, you need these ones". Stupidly, I believed him.
They're completely and utterly the wrong bulbs for my car. Like not even within the realm of acceptable replacements. I was using the correct bulbs to begin with, which I should probably have been able to deduce from the fact that I have been driving Volvo station wagons for 14 fucking years and the correct bulb has always been the 1156.
Sooooo
I need to replace the incorrect bulbs that I JUST bought, and hope that fucktard didn't cause me to burn out my relay. That fucker costs like $65 on a good day.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:41:03 PM
Yanno, I'm a really busy guy, by which I mean there are endless things that keep me away from the house.
Or would, if I didn't FORCE time for Jenn. Not as much as I would like, but at least a couple of waking hours a day, bare minimum.
It isn't easy, but I do it because I want to be with her. If I didn't, I imagine she'd leave me.
Just saying.
Yeah, I gotcha.
It shouldn't be this hard. He HAS free time. He just chooses not to schedule time to see me, and then it ends up not happening.
And I am not, any possible appearances to the contrary, a spontaneous person. I keep this thing rolling by meticulous time management, I'm not a fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants type.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:48:04 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:41:03 PM
Yanno, I'm a really busy guy, by which I mean there are endless things that keep me away from the house.
Or would, if I didn't FORCE time for Jenn. Not as much as I would like, but at least a couple of waking hours a day, bare minimum.
It isn't easy, but I do it because I want to be with her. If I didn't, I imagine she'd leave me.
Just saying.
Yeah, I gotcha.
It shouldn't be this hard. He HAS free time. He just chooses not to schedule time to see me, and then it ends up not happening.
And I am not, any possible appearances to the contrary, a spontaneous person. I keep this thing rolling by meticulous time management, I'm not a fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants type.
I was directing my comment at him. You have stated already that he has free time. If I had more free time than Jenn, I'd be organizing my free time in a manner to coincide with hers. That's just part of the work you have to put into a relationship.
He sounds like a nice guy, but one indisposed to do the work required to make a relationship happen.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:44:44 PM
and also FUCK HOLIDAYS.
Only in the West could we take the idea of a day off and turn it into 60 days of horrible stress.
Do you part, Nigel...Pimp slap a Salvation Army Santa today.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:50:12 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:48:04 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:41:03 PM
Yanno, I'm a really busy guy, by which I mean there are endless things that keep me away from the house.
Or would, if I didn't FORCE time for Jenn. Not as much as I would like, but at least a couple of waking hours a day, bare minimum.
It isn't easy, but I do it because I want to be with her. If I didn't, I imagine she'd leave me.
Just saying.
Yeah, I gotcha.
It shouldn't be this hard. He HAS free time. He just chooses not to schedule time to see me, and then it ends up not happening.
And I am not, any possible appearances to the contrary, a spontaneous person. I keep this thing rolling by meticulous time management, I'm not a fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants type.
I was directing my comment at him. You have stated already that he has free time. If I had more free time than Jenn, I'd be organizing my free time in a manner to coincide with hers. That's just part of the work you have to put into a relationship.
He sounds like a nice guy, but one indisposed to do the work required to make a relationship happen.
Yeah, I think that a lifetime on the lower Haight working nights and dating other ambitionless, childless, responsibility-less people makes him a poor match for me.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:51:16 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:44:44 PM
and also FUCK HOLIDAYS.
Only in the West could we take the idea of a day off and turn it into 60 days of horrible stress.
Do you part, Nigel...Pimp slap a Salvation Army Santa today.
I don't even celebrate Christmas, so I mostly ignore that. But the way school is scheduled around Thanksgiving sucks, because I can't even use the day off to get homework done. I'm just fucked.
http://livingtraditionally.com/wisdom-teeth-dental-scam-need-wisdom-teeth-1/
QuoteIn the 1900s, Dr. Weston A. Price did extensive research on the connection between oral health and diseases. He discovered native tribes, with their traditional diets, that were almost 100 percent free of tooth decay. He came to the conclusion that dental and overall health lie in nutrition. Fortunately, this discovery is practiced by holistic dentists nowadays whom understand that when you supply enough nutrients to the jaw bone during its development, all 32 teeth will have proper space in your mouth without crowding. This means that proper nutrition is the key behind trouble free wisdom teeth.
I want to do something bad now.
I think I will go give Mike a long, meaningful, and suggestive stare.
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:58:36 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:51:16 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:44:44 PM
and also FUCK HOLIDAYS.
Only in the West could we take the idea of a day off and turn it into 60 days of horrible stress.
Do you part, Nigel...Pimp slap a Salvation Army Santa today.
I don't even celebrate Christmas, so I mostly ignore that. But the way school is scheduled around Thanksgiving sucks, because I can't even use the day off to get homework done. I'm just fucked.
Thanksgiving is a time of trial for me. We go to my parent's house for Thanksgiving, mostly on account of my dad.
My mother sits there and tells my wife embarrassing stories about my childhood. This stopped being funny when I was 18. Wait, no, it was never funny. My wife spends the whole meal cringing and trying to change the subject. I go home mad.
It's the holidays.
My crew and I were just bullshitting at lunchtime about how we'd like to go when it's time.
Larry (not FA, the new guy): "I want to smother under the Swedish Bikini Team."
Tim: "Face down in a pile of cocaine, if I have my druthers."
Me: "I don't care how I die, as long as it's in a manner that makes everyone who hears about it feel all BAD and sick inside whenever it's brought up."
Them: *stare*
For me, while blowing up a great evil.
Without much of a fuss, for the benefit of those who may still love me.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:41:03 PM
Yanno, I'm a really busy guy, by which I mean there are endless things that keep me away from the house.
Or would, if I didn't FORCE time for Jenn. Not as much as I would like, but at least a couple of waking hours a day, bare minimum.
It isn't easy, but I do it because I want to be with her. If I didn't, I imagine she'd leave me.
Just saying.
Also, she won't beat you properly if you don't spend time with her.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 24, 2014, 07:03:11 PM
Without much of a fuss, for the benefit of those who may still love me.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:41:03 PM
Yanno, I'm a really busy guy, by which I mean there are endless things that keep me away from the house.
Or would, if I didn't FORCE time for Jenn. Not as much as I would like, but at least a couple of waking hours a day, bare minimum.
It isn't easy, but I do it because I want to be with her. If I didn't, I imagine she'd leave me.
Just saying.
Also, she won't beat you properly if you don't spend time with her.
Yeah, well...yeah.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 06:42:34 PM
My crew and I were just bullshitting at lunchtime about how we'd like to go when it's time.
Larry (not FA, the new guy): "I want to smother under the Swedish Bikini Team."
Tim: "Face down in a pile of cocaine, if I have my druthers."
Me: "I don't care how I die, as long as it's in a manner that makes everyone who hears about it feel all BAD and sick inside whenever it's brought up."
Them: *stare*
:lulz:
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Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:58:36 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 24, 2014, 04:51:16 PM
Quote from: Sexy St. Nigel on November 24, 2014, 04:44:44 PM
and also FUCK HOLIDAYS.
Only in the West could we take the idea of a day off and turn it into 60 days of horrible stress.
Do you part, Nigel...Pimp slap a Salvation Army Santa today.
I don't even celebrate Christmas, so I mostly ignore that. But the way school is scheduled around Thanksgiving sucks, because I can't even use the day off to get homework done. I'm just fucked.
Thanksgiving is a time of trial for me. We go to my parent's house for Thanksgiving, mostly on account of my dad.
My mother sits there and tells my wife embarrassing stories about my childhood. This stopped being funny when I was 18. Wait, no, it was never funny. My wife spends the whole meal cringing and trying to change the subject. I go home mad.
It's the holidays.
I usually love Thanksgiving, because we all go to my friend Jake's house and I get tipsy and 25 people all bring food and we soak up the liquor with the food and go home at 6 and enjoy a relaxing evening.
I kinda have an idea, but I don't know how well it'll go over, so I think I should run it past Open Bar before actually doing it. I kinda want to take all the supernatural entities that've shown up in PD stories over the years and give them Pathfinder stats so enterprising DMs can throw them into their games. I know it kinda robs them of their mystery and associated horror if we give them a codified set of abilities, but at the same time I think it could be cool as hell, and I already have a couple of ideas.
I normally wouldn't stat Eris, but all I really want to do for deities is write up their alignments and a list of domains for their clerics, and her domains are pretty obviously Chaos, Madness, Trickery, and War. I kinda have an idea for the guy(I forget his name) who makes deals with people for their bones. How to make him work, I mean. For monsters, there are Nessies, Upside-Down People, Spiders(probably Lawful Evil or Lawful Neutral Outsiders with some illusion and enchantment SLAs), and all kinds of other things. For deities, there are Eris(CN), "Bob"(CN), the Skinsaw Queen(N), the Machine(LN/LE), Payne(CG), and probably some others I've forgotten about. I might also throw together a Yeti bloodline for sorcerers and bloodragers, for that tangy Subgenius zip.
Does anyone think this is a bad idea?
I do, but then again, I'm a jerk, and I don't RPG.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 25, 2014, 01:18:48 PM
I do, but then again, I'm a jerk, and I don't RPG.
Nah, your opinion is still pretty important here. If anyone takes issue with it, I know it'll probably have less to do with "this won't be fun in a game" and more to do with "you're dicking with the source material", so it doesn't really matter if you play RPGs or not.
eeeeeeeeeeeee!
one of my feminist collective was on the radio promoting our RTN and did an amazing job
also just chased up the letting agents for the place i really want. I want to know if they are happy to accept my cats , and i also offered to replace the carpet in the bathroom (WHY GODS WHY DO PEOPLE FIT CARPETS IN BATHROOMS?)outta my dime to hopefully mebbe sweeten the deal a bit because its 3rd floor in yank parlance, and ain't nobody got time for 2 cats on the 3rd floor with carpet in the bathroom! (me, or presumably, any sane landlord) and helps me look responsible and wanting to keep the place nice.
for the price and location (on awesome commute links) it's HUGE (it'd be huge at 600pcm, it's 525). Bigger than here even, and if i get the place i'll also be helping a young family out of a financial jam because they are liable for the rent until may and have just got a council flat. The hallway is so wide that it's a whole second reception room/dining room and both the bedroom and the lounge are bigger than my room here, which is the largest room in my current place, and the bathroom and kitchen are similarly large (double the size of here in both cases) It's an old georgian renovated into flats 3 storey townhouse and it's unbelievably, sickeningly large. Case in point, i saw a place that was 20 quid cheaper and you would've got 4 of that place in the one i'm chasing.
BREAKING __________________
no cats. pissflaps.
2 more viewings lined up though
So, after this Ferguson business, I have blocked about half my FB friends for yukking it up over Brown's death and the riots.
Actual quote from someone I've known for over a year, who always made sense in the past:
Quote from: CletusI hope the police kill a bunch of those savages in Ferguson. It's the only way they learn."
Not satire.
Good riddance to bad rubbish.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 03:55:09 PM
So, after this Ferguson business, I have blocked about half my FB friends for yukking it up over Brown's death and the riots.
Actual quote from someone I've known for over a year, who always made sense in the past:
Quote from: CletusI hope the police kill a bunch of those savages in Ferguson. It's the only way they learn."
Not satire.
Good riddance to bad rubbish.
I'm enjoying the "house niggas", and "uncle toms" getting schooled hard by some of my black friends. Shit is hilarious.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 03:55:09 PM
So, after this Ferguson business, I have blocked about half my FB friends for yukking it up over Brown's death and the riots.
Actual quote from someone I've known for over a year, who always made sense in the past:
Quote from: CletusI hope the police kill a bunch of those savages in Ferguson. It's the only way they learn."
Not satire.
Good riddance to bad rubbish.
I've seen a surprising amount of pearl-clutching and "why-won't-they-just-settle-down" and "this isn't about race, it's about a cop shooting a kid" and "won't someone think of the community".
It's unsettling.
Quote from: President Television on November 25, 2014, 01:17:06 PM
I kinda have an idea, but I don't know how well it'll go over, so I think I should run it past Open Bar before actually doing it. I kinda want to take all the supernatural entities that've shown up in PD stories over the years and give them Pathfinder stats so enterprising DMs can throw them into their games. I know it kinda robs them of their mystery and associated horror if we give them a codified set of abilities, but at the same time I think it could be cool as hell, and I already have a couple of ideas.
I normally wouldn't stat Eris, but all I really want to do for deities is write up their alignments and a list of domains for their clerics, and her domains are pretty obviously Chaos, Madness, Trickery, and War. I kinda have an idea for the guy(I forget his name) who makes deals with people for their bones. How to make him work, I mean. For monsters, there are Nessies, Upside-Down People, Spiders(probably Lawful Evil or Lawful Neutral Outsiders with some illusion and enchantment SLAs), and all kinds of other things. For deities, there are Eris(CN), "Bob"(CN), the Skinsaw Queen(N), the Machine(LN/LE), Payne(CG), and probably some others I've forgotten about. I might also throw together a Yeti bloodline for sorcerers and bloodragers, for that tangy Subgenius zip.
Does anyone think this is a bad idea?
I am SO on board with this idea. I might even use these myself. I have a setting that deals with smaller more obscure gods and having eris and Bob kicking around would be no end of fun.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 25, 2014, 06:08:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 03:55:09 PM
So, after this Ferguson business, I have blocked about half my FB friends for yukking it up over Brown's death and the riots.
Actual quote from someone I've known for over a year, who always made sense in the past:
Quote from: CletusI hope the police kill a bunch of those savages in Ferguson. It's the only way they learn."
Not satire.
Good riddance to bad rubbish.
I've seen a surprising amount of pearl-clutching and "why-won't-they-just-settle-down" and "this isn't about race, it's about a cop shooting a kid" and "won't someone think of the community".
It's unsettling.
When Obama first got elected, I actually had high hopes that we might be living in a post-racial society. How incredibly fucking naïve that all seems now.
oh, but wait! Once Hilary gets into office we'll live in a post-gender society! Wont that be great?
:crankey:
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on November 25, 2014, 06:08:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 03:55:09 PM
So, after this Ferguson business, I have blocked about half my FB friends for yukking it up over Brown's death and the riots.
Actual quote from someone I've known for over a year, who always made sense in the past:
Quote from: CletusI hope the police kill a bunch of those savages in Ferguson. It's the only way they learn."
Not satire.
Good riddance to bad rubbish.
I've seen a surprising amount of pearl-clutching and "why-won't-they-just-settle-down" and "this isn't about race, it's about a cop shooting a kid" and "won't someone think of the community".
It's unsettling.
It's like nobody wants to party in the ruins anymore.
People are afraid that if they acknowledge that america is racist, they might have to take responsibility for addressing the problem.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 25, 2014, 07:10:14 PM
People are afraid that if they acknowledge that america is racist, they might have to take responsibility for addressing the problem.
Well, they're okay with America being racist, so long as they get to tell you who the
real racists are.
LOL @ "it's not about race". How more blatantly head in the sand denial about reality can you get?
Quote from: Cain on November 25, 2014, 07:13:00 PM
LOL @ "it's not about race". How more blatantly head in the sand denial about reality can you get?
*looks at the recent election*
I aged my profile pic 30 years.
Because I can.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 07:40:09 PM
I aged my profile pic 30 years.
Because I can.
That expression is the only reasonable reaction to the 21st Century.
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 07:46:03 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 07:40:09 PM
I aged my profile pic 30 years.
Because I can.
That expression is the only reasonable reaction to the 21st Century.
Yep.
I was just listening to some asshole blather about how most cops are on our side.
The moment a man straps on a gun and a badge, his priorities change and those priorities do not include you. Officer friendly is not on your side, he is not out there to "serve and protect" (I have never heard of a police department that has that in their charter, no matter what they stencil on their squadcars), he is out to "maintain order"...By definition, if he is dealing with you, he is your enemy, as that intrisically means he views you as a potentially disorderly component of society.
So yes, I need that facial expression. And so do you.
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
New job has elements of awesome.
For example, was passing the protests in Antwerp yesterday and saw people losing their shit in a most glorious fashion.
Then there was a puncture and a day of shit and delays, but like I said, elements of awesome.
I'm looking forward to next year to say the least.
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 25, 2014, 08:20:32 PM
New job has elements of awesome.
For example, was passing the protests in Antwerp yesterday and saw people losing their shit in a most glorious fashion.
Then there was a puncture and a day of shit and delays, but like I said, elements of awesome.
I'm looking forward to next year to say the least.
Protests in Antwerp?
Dockers, ports, H+S issues.
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2014/11/24/5337951/belgian-strike-paralyzes-antwerp.html#.VHT0NousWSo
Burning bins and placards all over the show.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:25:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:26:15 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:25:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Let's say 6 months, then. Each role has 2 people filling it per year.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:26:15 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:25:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Out of curiosity, during that 9 months how many opportunities for corruption would you say you were exposed to? The "minimal risk, won't get caught, everyone does it kind of shit"? Not implying that you did it in any fashion of course, I'm working on a thing.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 25, 2014, 08:29:28 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:26:15 PM
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Out of curiosity, during that 9 months how many opportunities for corruption would you say you were exposed to? The "minimal risk, won't get caught, everyone does it kind of shit"? Not implying that you did it in any fashion of course, I'm working on a thing.
If I had wanted to run a protection racket, there was precisely NOTHING stopping me. Small town cops are worse than the mob.
Thought so, just good to have it confirmed.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:34:47 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 25, 2014, 08:29:28 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:26:15 PM
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Out of curiosity, during that 9 months how many opportunities for corruption would you say you were exposed to? The "minimal risk, won't get caught, everyone does it kind of shit"? Not implying that you did it in any fashion of course, I'm working on a thing.
If I had wanted to run a protection racket, there was precisely NOTHING stopping me. Small town cops are worse than the mob.
Sounds like there isn't much difference.
Levels of organisation and back end support, and unquestioning backup of larger force.
And a badge.
Quote from: Junkenstein on November 25, 2014, 08:42:18 PM
Levels of organisation and back end support, and unquestioning backup of larger force.
And a badge.
You forgot SWAT tanks.
(http://www.nowtheendbegins.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/militarized-police-force-here-to-stay-in-america-2014-armored-tanks-doraville-georgia.jpg)
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Although that is
also true, look at the Stanford Prison experiment to see the tip of the iceberg of research into how roles change people's behavior.
Same guy went on to have a 45-year career studying what causes people to turn evil. Turns out, most evil is probably not perpetrated by evil people, but by people in situations which foster evil.
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:27:39 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:26:15 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:25:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Let's say 6 months, then. Each role has 2 people filling it per year.
Given the context in our society in which our police force exists, it would take two weeks for new draftees to be functionally corrupt.
At most.
A political lottery would also put more power in the hands of the bureaucrats - because those people would become the only ones who would have any experience of the system (and we would still need a system with checks and balances). Most people would probably defer to them as experts and advisors, with predictable results.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 26, 2014, 03:08:03 AM
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Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:25:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Let's say 6 months, then. Each role has 2 people filling it per year.
Given the context in our society in which our police force exists, it would take two weeks for new draftees to be functionally corrupt.
At most.
Interestingly, you could say the same thing about racism.
Much of what I don't like about the Twitter/tumblr approach to racism, adolescent radical posturing and idiocy aside, is that it seems to assume that racism is a matter of bad intentions, and that good intentions (ie; "privilege checking") can help overcome racism.
However, racism in America is a structural problem, where good intentions or conduct literally don't matter, because it's inscribed into the functioning of the system. Like the Slate journalist Jamelle Bouie said:
(http://fredrikdeboer.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/bouie1.png)
I really wish Wilson had checked his privilege after shooting that boy dead, then none of this unpleasantness would have happened.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 07:47:21 PM
he is not out there to "serve and protect" (I have never heard of a police department that has that in their charter, no matter what they stencil on their squadcars)
Well, they don't really say
what they may be serving and protecting...
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Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Let's say 6 months, then. Each role has 2 people filling it per year.
Given the context in our society in which our police force exists, it would take two weeks for new draftees to be functionally corrupt.
At most.
Interestingly, you could say the same thing about racism.
Much of what I don't like about the Twitter/tumblr approach to racism, adolescent radical posturing and idiocy aside, is that it seems to assume that racism is a matter of bad intentions, and that good intentions (ie; "privilege checking") can help overcome racism.
However, racism in America is a structural problem, where good intentions or conduct literally don't matter, because it's inscribed into the functioning of the system. Like the Slate journalist Jamelle Bouie said:
(http://fredrikdeboer.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/bouie1.png)
I'm hating this DeBoer fella more and more with every post of his I read. It's like all he wants to do is take all my precious notions and smash them with a jackhammer.
What the hell are we supposed to do with our fingers once we figure out there's no ready place to point them?
Use them to write five paragraph essays, of course.
I really wish I could record my improv class and show it to y'all. The parallels with TDS are staggering.
Even had one kid respond to a note today with "well that's because I think comedy is all about pushing the EDGE!"
:kingmeh:
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on November 26, 2014, 10:16:12 PM
I really wish I could record my improv class and show it to y'all. The parallels with TDS are staggering.
Even had one kid respond to a note today with "well that's because I think comedy is all about pushing the EDGE!"
:kingmeh:
Sometimes I think I need this place to realize that I don't actually hate the shit out of Discordians.
I got blocked last night by someone, initially, for pointing out that a feminized Hitler would never gaze longingly with his/her baby blue eyes into Stalin's manly matched iris-fuck. Because they hated each other. Then it just went to shit from there, with me pointing out that millions of people dying violently is never funny, and her proclaiming that unfunny humor that remains unfunny even when divorced from its historical context is how she "deals with it" like she was personally present in a concentration camp and she somehow gets a pass from getting called out on her joke not being funny from any angle...
She announced that she was going to block me because I was boring.
To which I responded, before I was blocked, "lol. good."
My mistake. She said I was annoying, not boring.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on November 27, 2014, 02:43:03 AM
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I really wish I could record my improv class and show it to y'all. The parallels with TDS are staggering.
Even had one kid respond to a note today with "well that's because I think comedy is all about pushing the EDGE!"
:kingmeh:
Sometimes I think I need this place to realize that I don't actually hate the shit out of Discordians.
I got blocked last night by someone, initially, for pointing out that a feminized Hitler would never gaze longingly with his/her baby blue eyes into Stalin's manly matched iris-fuck. Because they hated each other. Then it just went to shit from there, with me pointing out that millions of people dying violently is never funny, and her proclaiming that unfunny humor that remains unfunny even when divorced from its historical context is how she "deals with it" like she was personally present in a concentration camp and she somehow gets a pass from getting called out on her joke not being funny from any angle...
She announced that she was going to block me because I was boring.
To which I responded, before I was blocked, "lol. good."
Fabulous. That's right up there with the 95% straight population's annoying use of the word faggot. Oooh, WOW. How very bold of you to work so hard at taking away the power from a word that never had any FOR YOU!
Guess since we're all popes and such, we're also all black, gay, and holocaust survivors.
Faith is often confused with intention because sub-human primates enjoy simulating concern.
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I JUST PUT THE HOLDING DEPOSIT ON A ONE BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR FLAT
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Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Let's say 6 months, then. Each role has 2 people filling it per year.
Given the context in our society in which our police force exists, it would take two weeks for new draftees to be functionally corrupt.
At most.
Interestingly, you could say the same thing about racism.
Much of what I don't like about the Twitter/tumblr approach to racism, adolescent radical posturing and idiocy aside, is that it seems to assume that racism is a matter of bad intentions, and that good intentions (ie; "privilege checking") can help overcome racism.
Its not just that. Its part of a larger narrative, that the world is run by evil racist old white men, which is the cause of all our problems. So they(mostly trust fund kiddies) by checking all their privs, and purging themselves of racism are preparing to take control from ROWM and usher in the defeat of racism in our time. How thats supposed to solve the groundwater shortage, or peak oil, or Climate Change, or fix the economy is a little hazy, but Im sure theres a TED talk with all the answers somewhere.
Its a moral panic. Stage 3 of grief en mass. The idea that if we all just really really commit to being good people all of our problems will go away. Eventually well all reach stage 5, police driving tanks and 12 hour workweeks for under minimum wage will just become the new normal.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 26, 2014, 03:08:03 AM
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Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:25:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 25, 2014, 08:20:54 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on November 25, 2014, 08:12:55 PM
Politics and police forces are jobs people should be drafted in to.
People who actually want those jobs should not be let within 100 feet of them.
Doesn't matter. The job corrupts anyone who gets near it.
True. Do you think it corrupts immediately? I'd be in for there being a defined time limit one can work those jobs.
Had me being an asshole inside of 9 months. Which is why I quit.
Let's say 6 months, then. Each role has 2 people filling it per year.
Given the context in our society in which our police force exists, it would take two weeks for new draftees to be functionally corrupt.
At most.
Interestingly, you could say the same thing about racism.
Much of what I don't like about the Twitter/tumblr approach to racism, adolescent radical posturing and idiocy aside, is that it seems to assume that racism is a matter of bad intentions, and that good intentions (ie; "privilege checking") can help overcome racism.
However, racism in America is a structural problem, where good intentions or conduct literally don't matter, because it's inscribed into the functioning of the system.
So true.
I guess my question is, how do we change the system?
Historically, with a really big war to remind everyone at the top that they are mortal and not actually disconnected from society.
Our elites have shown that they are uninterested in listening to protest on this and similar issues (violent and nonviolent alike), so I'm honestly not sure what else will do it. I'm also not advocating a really big war, and I'd like to see some other solution... but I'm drawing a blank on what that might look like.
Alternative answer: edemocracy of course!
Apparently I have no heating contract now but I do have an electricity contract with the same company. This house does not have a gasline connection, the heating is electric...
Now I will have to find out why they think we have a problem before their imaginary problem causes real problems.
Also, apparently both the old and new telephone/internet/television contract are now running. But the television doesn't work.
Housemate called them on the phone, asking them why the TV didn't work, and they said not to worry, soon both your TV and phone will start working as well! How am I talking to you then? this question was followed by brain-dead silence...
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on November 27, 2014, 03:05:11 PM
Its a moral panic. Stage 3 of grief en mass. The idea that if we all just really really commit to being good people all of our problems will go away. Eventually well all reach stage 5, police driving tanks and 12 hour workweeks for under minimum wage will just become the new normal.
:horrormirth:
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on November 27, 2014, 03:05:11 PM
Its not just that. Its part of a larger narrative, that the world is run by evil racist old white men, which is the cause of all our problems. So they(mostly trust fund kiddies) by checking all their privs, and purging themselves of racism are preparing to take control from ROWM and usher in the defeat of racism in our time. How thats supposed to solve the groundwater shortage, or peak oil, or Climate Change, or fix the economy is a little hazy, but Im sure theres a TED talk with all the answers somewhere.
Its a moral panic. Stage 3 of grief en mass. The idea that if we all just really really commit to being good people all of our problems will go away. Eventually well all reach stage 5, police driving tanks and 12 hour workweeks for under minimum wage will just become the new normal.
There's definitely that, too.
I just didn't want to go off on one - I'm fairly sure everyone knows my views on tumblr's politics (and how that intersects with neoliberalism) by now :lol:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 27, 2014, 03:12:53 PM
So true.
I guess my question is, how do we change the system?
Difficult to say. I mean, I'm a big fan of 1960s/70s managed capitalism - a capitalist, welfare state with strong unions, a robust welfare system and a lot of support for further education and training. I think a lot of the problems of America's black community are not just racism but classism and lack of prospects which that entails - richer black Americans, in better neighbourhoods, are not
generally subject to the same levels of discrimination (though of course there are exceptions). As such, redistribution efforts are probably the best long-term policy to deal with the problem.
Of course, this is America, where not leaving people to die in the streets because they have the temerity to obtain a tooth infection while being poor, is seen as socialism, so I guess the first step would be to try and shift the terms of the debate with regards to the economy and government's role in it. This would shift the Democrats to at least acknowledge the left wing of their party and voting constituency, and may force Republicans to the centre to chase votes, especially as their natural voting constituency dies off.
American liberals and leftists are, of course, terrible at communicating, mostly because of their own privileged and/or academic backgrounds. Not to mention the near constant sneering. So that would probably be the very first port of call - I believe Gramsci referred to such people as "organic revolutionaries", and while we're not All Gramscians Now, he still had some interesting ideas on how to achieve political and cultural hegemony, which should probably be looked at in a more critical and strategic fashion.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on November 27, 2014, 04:09:02 PM
Historically, with a really big war to remind everyone at the top that they are mortal and not actually disconnected from society.
Our elites have shown that they are uninterested in listening to protest on this and similar issues (violent and nonviolent alike), so I'm honestly not sure what else will do it. I'm also not advocating a really big war, and I'd like to see some other solution... but I'm drawing a blank on what that might look like.
Some of the more intelligent investors out there are actually warning their social bretheren that, if steps are not taken to reform wealth distribution and the economy that, at best, they are looking at a "Baader-Meinhof" solution to become popular...if not a more
French arrangement, if you catch my drift.
My suspicion is that political elites already acknowledge this to some degree, hence the massive security and surveillance measures that have been put in place over the past couple of decades.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 27, 2014, 03:12:53 PM
So true.
I guess my question is, how do we change the system?
Difficult to say. I mean, I'm a big fan of 1960s/70s managed capitalism - a capitalist, welfare state with strong unions, a robust welfare system and a lot of support for further education and training. I think a lot of the problems of America's black community are not just racism but classism and lack of prospects which that entails - richer black Americans, in better neighbourhoods, are not generally subject to the same levels of discrimination (though of course there are exceptions). As such, redistribution efforts are probably the best long-term policy to deal with the problem.
Of course, this is America, where not leaving people to die in the streets because they have the temerity to obtain a tooth infection while being poor, is seen as socialism, so I guess the first step would be to try and shift the terms of the debate with regards to the economy and government's role in it. This would shift the Democrats to at least acknowledge the left wing of their party and voting constituency, and may force Republicans to the centre to chase votes, especially as their natural voting constituency dies off.
American liberals and leftists are, of course, terrible at communicating, mostly because of their own privileged and/or academic backgrounds. Not to mention the near constant sneering. So that would probably be the very first port of call - I believe Gramsci referred to such people as "organic revolutionaries", and while we're not All Gramscians Now, he still had some interesting ideas on how to achieve political and cultural hegemony, which should probably be looked at in a more critical and strategic fashion.
I feel like the contempt ratio in this country is ramping up. Everyone's trying to solve problems by throwing hate on them, like we can sneer economic, racial, gender, or ethnic inequality away. Actually getting people to have a dialogue? I'm not even sure most Americans know what dialogue IS.
GIVE ME YOUR ADDRESSES! IF I DON'T HAVE YOUR ADDRESS IN AN HOUR YOUR COOKIES WILL BE ANOTHER DAY LATE!
Disregard if you sent your address earlier this week or are not getting cookies.
I realized that farting around on Facebook and tumblr was the wrong fucking place to be when I'm full of all this anger.
I really don't like getting into arguments with people, especially not people I like. When it's a serious issue being argued, I get a reaction that feels kinda like my liver is going to implode. It's physically painful for me to get heated with someone I don't already dislike.
All this is to say, I overheard in the office the kind of shit white people say when they figure everyone in the room agrees with them about Ferguson. It made the remaining four hours in the workday very painful. I am trying very hard to be as constructive about this as I can. I can't even begin to imagine what it's like for a black person in America trying to remain calm when they talk about this.
There was a point to this post, but I lost it somewhere. Sorry.
I remember now.
What I hated the most was the total flippancy I overheard. I spoke up as best I could but choked. If I had more research and mental preparation I might have done a better job of it. Or maybe I'm just too chickenshit at heart for that kind of thing.
Hearing it treated like a fucking joke made me want to flip some tables and watch this whole disgusting mess burn to the ground.
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 08:12:23 AM
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Normally they're extremely well-behaved at work. I think I've heard a controversial topic like that come up maybe twice in the 13 months or so I've been there.
But someone had to explain why the traffic was backed up in New York City, and it snowballed into such brilliant quips as "I guess some people just don't want to accept reality, the grand jury ruled and that's that" and "they're still mad about Rodney King."
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 06:56:09 AM
I remember now.
What I hated the most was the total flippancy I overheard. I spoke up as best I could but choked. If I had more research and mental preparation I might have done a better job of it. Or maybe I'm just too chickenshit at heart for that kind of thing.
Hearing it treated like a fucking joke made me want to flip some tables and watch this whole disgusting mess burn to the ground.
I have decided to handle the issue by ensuring that my colleagues who say such things become to busy to have time to prattle at me.
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 06:43:08 AM
I realized that farting around on Facebook and tumblr was the wrong fucking place to be when I'm full of all this anger.
I really don't like getting into arguments with people, especially not people I like. When it's a serious issue being argued, I get a reaction that feels kinda like my liver is going to implode. It's physically painful for me to get heated with someone I don't already dislike.
All this is to say, I overheard in the office the kind of shit white people say when they figure everyone in the room agrees with them about Ferguson. It made the remaining four hours in the workday very painful. I am trying very hard to be as constructive about this as I can. I can't even begin to imagine what it's like for a black person in America trying to remain calm when they talk about this.
There was a point to this post, but I lost it somewhere. Sorry.
Cainad! You're here! Yay!
I'm sorry to hear that's your work environment, that sounds awful.
It's the first time I've been that mad while sitting at my desk in the year I've been there. Mostly there's just the occasional mutter about gun control, and even that's rare.
Strictly speaking, my job has a lower rate of "I'm so mad I wanna puke" than college did, so I guess that's a plus.
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Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 06:56:09 AM
I remember now.
What I hated the most was the total flippancy I overheard. I spoke up as best I could but choked. If I had more research and mental preparation I might have done a better job of it. Or maybe I'm just too chickenshit at heart for that kind of thing.
Hearing it treated like a fucking joke made me want to flip some tables and watch this whole disgusting mess burn to the ground.
I have decided to handle the issue by ensuring that my colleagues who say such things become to busy to have time to prattle at me.
This kind of coping strategy makes a LOT more sense to me now than it would have two weeks ago. I will have to meditate on this.
Amazingly, random people I don't know from TDS still keep showing up in my other groups, looking for a fight. :lol: Do these people really have nothing else to do with their time? Video games maybe?
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 12:18:31 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 08:12:23 AM
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Normally they're extremely well-behaved at work. I think I've heard a controversial topic like that come up maybe twice in the 13 months or so I've been there.
But someone had to explain why the traffic was backed up in New York City, and it snowballed into such brilliant quips as "I guess some people just don't want to accept reality, the grand jury ruled and that's that" and "they're still mad about Rodney King."
You're riding the correct motorcycle.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 29, 2014, 04:01:37 PM
Amazingly, random people I don't know from TDS still keep showing up in my other groups, looking for a fight. :lol: Do these people really have nothing else to do with their time? Video games maybe?
Mom cut allowance, so no more bath salts.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 29, 2014, 04:01:37 PM
Amazingly, random people I don't know from TDS still keep showing up in my other groups, looking for a fight. :lol: Do these people really have nothing else to do with their time? Video games maybe?
Mom cut allowance, so no more bath salts.
:lulz:
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 12:18:31 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 08:12:23 AM
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Normally they're extremely well-behaved at work. I think I've heard a controversial topic like that come up maybe twice in the 13 months or so I've been there.
But someone had to explain why the traffic was backed up in New York City, and it snowballed into such brilliant quips as "I guess some people just don't want to accept reality, the grand jury ruled and that's that" and "they're still mad about Rodney King."
Yeah, I didn't have much of a say in it either. I literally have to say "stfu, I don't want to talk about this and stop trying to force me" to get him to shut up.
I suggest you issue challenges to a mandingo bout (http://www.historybanter.com/did-mandingo-fighting-really-happen/). I mean, you could argue facts, but people who rely on such a blatant appeal to authority aren't really looking for an actual argument anyway. I don't know what they are looking for, but it's hardly to be persuaded or to persuade others.
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Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 12:18:31 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 08:12:23 AM
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Normally they're extremely well-behaved at work. I think I've heard a controversial topic like that come up maybe twice in the 13 months or so I've been there.
But someone had to explain why the traffic was backed up in New York City, and it snowballed into such brilliant quips as "I guess some people just don't want to accept reality, the grand jury ruled and that's that" and "they're still mad about Rodney King."
Yeah, I didn't have much of a say in it either. I literally have to say "stfu, I don't want to talk about this and stop trying to force me" to get him to shut up.
I suggest you issue challenges to a mandingo bout (http://www.historybanter.com/did-mandingo-fighting-really-happen/). I mean, you could argue facts, but people who rely on such a blatant appeal to authority aren't really looking for an actual argument anyway. I don't know what they are looking for, but it's hardly to be persuaded or to persuade others.
:lulz: I'll keep both of those options available for future use.
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 07:02:42 PM
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 12:18:31 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 08:12:23 AM
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Normally they're extremely well-behaved at work. I think I've heard a controversial topic like that come up maybe twice in the 13 months or so I've been there.
But someone had to explain why the traffic was backed up in New York City, and it snowballed into such brilliant quips as "I guess some people just don't want to accept reality, the grand jury ruled and that's that" and "they're still mad about Rodney King."
Yeah, I didn't have much of a say in it either. I literally have to say "stfu, I don't want to talk about this and stop trying to force me" to get him to shut up.
I suggest you issue challenges to a mandingo bout (http://www.historybanter.com/did-mandingo-fighting-really-happen/). I mean, you could argue facts, but people who rely on such a blatant appeal to authority aren't really looking for an actual argument anyway. I don't know what they are looking for, but it's hardly to be persuaded or to persuade others.
Fair enough.
I like to get these people all wound up by relentlessly questioning their assumptions by restating what they're saying until I gain agreement ad nauseam.
I have an unhealthy level of curiosity and patience towards these things. No matter how awful the precipitating statements are, they always can be goaded into saying something magnificently more awful.
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Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 07:02:42 PM
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 12:18:31 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 08:12:23 AM
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Normally they're extremely well-behaved at work. I think I've heard a controversial topic like that come up maybe twice in the 13 months or so I've been there.
But someone had to explain why the traffic was backed up in New York City, and it snowballed into such brilliant quips as "I guess some people just don't want to accept reality, the grand jury ruled and that's that" and "they're still mad about Rodney King."
Yeah, I didn't have much of a say in it either. I literally have to say "stfu, I don't want to talk about this and stop trying to force me" to get him to shut up.
I suggest you issue challenges to a mandingo bout (http://www.historybanter.com/did-mandingo-fighting-really-happen/). I mean, you could argue facts, but people who rely on such a blatant appeal to authority aren't really looking for an actual argument anyway. I don't know what they are looking for, but it's hardly to be persuaded or to persuade others.
Fair enough.
I like to get these people all wound up by relentlessly questioning their assumptions by restating what they're saying until I gain agreement ad nauseam.
I have an unhealthy level of curiosity and patience towards these things. No matter how awful the precipitating statements are, they always can be goaded into saying something magnificently more awful.
My brother in law is a right wing lunatic who is becoming worse as time goes on... I would love some tips on how to put your method into practice.
So I was just trying to arrange to meet the guy I should have broken up with by now for drinks, and suggested I meet him after work when he's in my neighborhood.
Him: "The only nights I work at Lloyd are Tuesday and Wednesday, I get off around 9"
Me: "Tuesday is good for me, let me know when you're about to get off and I'll come meet you"
Him: "I get off at 9 or 9:15"
Me: "Last time I thought we were meeting up after you got off work you hightailed it back to SE, so just confirm it with me when you're getting off :)"
Him: "Meeting at [place in SE] seemed perfectly reasonable, it was freezing out and you didn't text me back until my bus had already come."
(mind you, we had talked about it earlier that day)
A couple nights ago he put a general shout-out to Facebook that he was getting off work (right by my house) if anyone wanted to meet him for drinks in SE
At this point it feels like he's going out of his way to be difficult to spend time with. But still kind of throwing down the guilt trip that we never see each other.
Seriously, I tried. Fuck this.
I clicked on a link to "fucked up titties"
It was a mistake
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 30, 2014, 02:27:52 AM
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A couple nights ago he put a general shout-out to Facebook that he was getting off work (right by my house) if anyone wanted to meet him for drinks in SE
So tell him to meet someone else for drinks, have a nice day, here's your hat, what's your hurry?
This unsolicited advice brought to you by benzodiazapine, Belgian beer, and the letter NO.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 30, 2014, 02:27:52 AM
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A couple nights ago he put a general shout-out to Facebook that he was getting off work (right by my house) if anyone wanted to meet him for drinks in SE
So tell him to meet someone else for drinks, have a nice day, here's your hat, what's your hurry?
People keep saying that I should break up with him in person and not via text or email.
He probably senses danger and that's why he seems to be avoiding me.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 30, 2014, 03:20:14 AM
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 30, 2014, 02:27:52 AM
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A couple nights ago he put a general shout-out to Facebook that he was getting off work (right by my house) if anyone wanted to meet him for drinks in SE
So tell him to meet someone else for drinks, have a nice day, here's your hat, what's your hurry?
People keep saying that I should break up with him in person and not via text or email.
He probably senses danger and that's why he seems to be avoiding me.
People are asshats. Let the
force rage be your guide.
ie, do whatchalike. There are no LAWS concerning this sort of shit. And - based on what you've said so far - this guy is WEIRD and a little pathetic. I mean, shit, he's a
reverse stalker.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 30, 2014, 03:22:03 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 30, 2014, 03:20:14 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on November 30, 2014, 03:08:09 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on November 30, 2014, 02:27:52 AM
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A couple nights ago he put a general shout-out to Facebook that he was getting off work (right by my house) if anyone wanted to meet him for drinks in SE
So tell him to meet someone else for drinks, have a nice day, here's your hat, what's your hurry?
People keep saying that I should break up with him in person and not via text or email.
He probably senses danger and that's why he seems to be avoiding me.
People are asshats. Let the force rage be your guide.
ie, do whatchalike. There are no LAWS concerning this sort of shit. And - based on what you've said so far - this guy is WEIRD and a little pathetic. I mean, shit, he's a reverse stalker.
A reverse stalker? :lulz:
So there's the thing. This guy is undeniably not a shithead. He's super nice, super cool, and someone I think just about anyone here would really dig, including you. I actually really *like* him. It's just this weird scheduling WTFery that I do not get at all.
I have been thinking really hard about what's going on here, and I think that he is pushing some buttons of mine that are really old and which I don't understand well. Some weird relationship shit that goes back to the days of my now-deceased first husband. Which, naturally, makes me want to explore it a little further, though not necessarily at this guy's expense.
Quote from: N E T on November 29, 2014, 07:17:23 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 07:02:42 PM
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on November 29, 2014, 12:18:31 PM
Quote from: Cain on November 29, 2014, 08:12:23 AM
The last time someone drew me into a political argument at work, he was an unabashed supporter of UKIP, thought we should close the borders entirely, go to war with Iran and felt teachers should have their wages halved.
This is why I dont discuss politics at work.
Normally they're extremely well-behaved at work. I think I've heard a controversial topic like that come up maybe twice in the 13 months or so I've been there.
But someone had to explain why the traffic was backed up in New York City, and it snowballed into such brilliant quips as "I guess some people just don't want to accept reality, the grand jury ruled and that's that" and "they're still mad about Rodney King."
Yeah, I didn't have much of a say in it either. I literally have to say "stfu, I don't want to talk about this and stop trying to force me" to get him to shut up.
I suggest you issue challenges to a mandingo bout (http://www.historybanter.com/did-mandingo-fighting-really-happen/). I mean, you could argue facts, but people who rely on such a blatant appeal to authority aren't really looking for an actual argument anyway. I don't know what they are looking for, but it's hardly to be persuaded or to persuade others.
Fair enough.
I like to get these people all wound up by relentlessly questioning their assumptions by restating what they're saying until I gain agreement ad nauseam.
I have an unhealthy level of curiosity and patience towards these things. No matter how awful the precipitating statements are, they always can be goaded into saying something magnificently more awful.
When you have the the time, that's a good method too.
Unfortunately, asshat in question was doing all this while we were trying to care for people with Alzheimers, on a long, busy and ultimately under-staffed night shift.
So in addition to being a complete bore he was avoiding his job duties and making mine more difficult.
I like to assure them that their moronic ideas have no place in this day, and their dinosaur selves will conveniently die and their abhorrent ideas will die with them. Nobody invites me to the office parties. :sad:
I thought wine sounded like a good idea last night.
It wasn't.
I had three beers last night. A mild migraine today. All in all, a joyous occasion.
Also, my grampa's funeral was on friday. A really beautiful sermon, and the priest, a young man with pierced ears who looked kinda like my little brother, was great.
Also, this:
(http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s131/Slesk/1513808_10152504111681723_4968120247790050493_n_zps4902f9f1.jpg)
CUTE!
I'm feeling a kind of unfocused anxiety right now which is ... horrible.
Usually I distract myself with video games, but despite having some of the best games I've ever had, some of which I've been waiting for about a year to play, I can't focus on them long enough to enjoy them. Which means I don't want to try and play them anyway, because I'll just ruin them for myself for later. Bleh.
did steward the Reclaim the Night march last night. today i am tired and glad there's no more activism that i'm involved in planning/running for a few months, as we did Trans Day of Remembrance the week before.
http://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/11635992.Scores_turn_out_to_Reclaim_the_Night_in_Southampton/?ref=fbshr
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on November 30, 2014, 08:50:47 PM
did steward the Reclaim the Night march last night. today i am tired and glad there's no more activism that i'm involved in planning/running for a few months, as we did Trans Day of Remembrance the week before.
http://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/11635992.Scores_turn_out_to_Reclaim_the_Night_in_Southampton/?ref=fbshr
Props -
I'm having a very hard time focusing on my homework. I really need to read two more chapters tonight, and it's not really just reading, it's mentally thinking through the mechanisms and drawing them out, and it's super time-consuming.
Which is why I really should finish while I'm still reasonably alert.
Most of the time I like working from home; the office can get really dull, since I'm quite often the only one there, and the internet is worse (which actively makes it more difficult to do my job).
But some days like today - where I get to point out that no, boss, the problem isn't with me, or our system, the problem is that you do not read the emails I send you, I really wish I could do it face to face.
Particularly since the evidence shows I'll have to tell him three or four times before he actually reads it.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on December 01, 2014, 01:18:38 PM
Most of the time I like working from home; the office can get really dull, since I'm quite often the only one there, and the internet is worse (which actively makes it more difficult to do my job).
But some days like today - where I get to point out that no, boss, the problem isn't with me, or our system, the problem is that you do not read the emails I send you, I really wish I could do it face to face.
Particularly since the evidence shows I'll have to tell him three or four times before he actually reads it.
:lulz:
My whole life is a lie. :sad:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3zxtNkIgAAaiNq.jpg)
Just wait till you see how they make bagels...
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 02, 2014, 03:32:57 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 02, 2014, 03:04:58 AM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 02, 2014, 03:01:02 AM
Just wait till you see how they make bagels...
NO.
I question your commitment to Sparkle Motion.
Look, ever since the world went color in 1976 while I was watching HR Puffinstuff, I have understood that there ARE some things man was not meant to know.
I can think of no good thing that might come from learning how bagels are made. I love them and they love me, and that's all I need to know.
Yes... Yes, "love" does play a part, though the definition does skew towards the long tail side of things.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 02, 2014, 03:43:43 AM
Yes... Yes, "love" does play a part, though the definition does skew towards the long tail side of things.
Goddamn it. :mad:
You leave me no choice.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10152314260581134
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 02, 2014, 02:55:39 AM
My whole life is a lie. :sad:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3zxtNkIgAAaiNq.jpg)
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 02, 2014, 04:01:54 AM
You leave me no choice.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10152314260581134
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-SUyrJtTBJM4/VH21w7xvdvI/AAAAAAAABaM/Zos6odjjQZY/w576-h149-no/Content%2BUnavailable.jpg)
:whack:
Quote from: Demolition Squid on November 30, 2014, 07:29:18 PM
I'm feeling a kind of unfocused anxiety right now which is ... horrible.
Usually I distract myself with video games, but despite having some of the best games I've ever had, some of which I've been waiting for about a year to play, I can't focus on them long enough to enjoy them. Which means I don't want to try and play them anyway, because I'll just ruin them for myself for later. Bleh.
My suggestion: multiplayer. Firstly, no need to focus on anything except killing and looting. Secondly, you will develop a laser like focus on people who leave their mic on constantly, lag and people who go AFK when they're meant to be tanking.
Good call. I haven't done any multiplayer gaming in ages, I'll have to look back into that.
What games have you got? Only recent one I've picked up is DA:I, but their co-op is alright, except for most of the players and the perilous frame rate drops on unoptimised PCs (ie; all of them). It's basically a dungeon crawler.
I've only ever played Red Dead Redemption and GTA5 on multiplayer. Both were certified shit shows.
I picked up DA:I too - I haven't even started poking at the multiplayer yet, the single player is really, really good (but so large).
Also Civ: Beyond Earth (awful), Smash Bros and the new Bayonetta.
Yeah, I've hit about 20 hours in singleplayer, gotten to level 10 and done one plot-related quest (recruiting the Templars). The rest of my time has been spent exploring, killing ALL THE NUGS and occasionally, when I feel like it, closing breaches.
I've not done that much in MP, though my Archer is a semi-decent level. I might do some grinding over Xmas...I haven't even unlocked any of the non-starter characters yet.
So my wife, and my mother were moving the heavy glass table to make room for the Xmas tree. I'd volunteer to help, but you know Equality and all that jazz.
Broke up with boyfriend last night. I was relieved because it went so well, more of a "Gosh it's too bad our schedules are opposite, it's really just not possible to have a relationship under these circumstances. It's cool if we date sometimes though" kind of conversation.
I just noticed tonight that a couple hours after our conversation, he posted something on Facebook about how he could have picked a lady up at his local bar that night if he wasn't so worn out from getting "mad laid".
Not that we were monogamous... but there was that whole "communication and honesty" thing, and he certainly didn't have time to get "mad laid" in between us breaking up and him posting that.
I kinda have a little more insight into why he wasn't putting much effort into spending time with me. :lol:
I'm mostly just pissed because WTF with all the game playing? He could have said "this isn't working, let's not do it anymore" two months ago, instead of making out like he was all super into me and really wanted to be my boyfriend, so that I felt all guilty and like I should try harder. Gaslighting bullshit.
Needs moar dildoes
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 04, 2014, 04:27:50 AM
I'm mostly just pissed because WTF with all the game playing? He could have said "this isn't working, let's not do it anymore" two months ago, instead of making out like he was all super into me and really wanted to be my boyfriend, so that I felt all guilty and like I should try harder. Gaslighting bullshit.
dude, that's sucky. he's an idiot.
Payne and I have talked and it's less a break up than a relationship restructure now. This pleases me.
basically, because of the UK govt and it's hating on the crazy, sick or disabled, i've been forced to share space with him out of necessity, and we identified a lot of issues over the past 2 days. you add housemate stress and such and we're better off living apart and having our own homes.
and if he's sulking i can send him home.
Huh. That's good, then.
So, I'm in this band called Whirlpools. The majority of us are at least in our 40s.
I thought it would be fun to present ourselves as a band that's slightly out of touch with the Kids of Today, by promoting ourselves using out-of-date, slightly tired memes.
For example:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-lxlv6wMzzSU/VIBrF_277hI/AAAAAAAABbY/m2bEDWleITo/w402-h600-no/WIRPERLS.jpg)
I'm probably gonna do doge, a demotivational poster, and maybe advice puppy (or the like). But I'm open to suggestions!
Ceiling Cat.
Good call.
Goatse!
Quote from: P3nT4gR4m on December 04, 2014, 01:32:23 PM
Goatse!
I honestly kinda want to do this, with a big whirlpool in place of the gaping anus.
Boxxy? Or Rebecca Black?
I drink your milkshake.
Or:
My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard.
This thing:
(http://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/401658/ecce-homo-gimenez-borja.jpg)
Quote from: Hoopla on December 04, 2014, 01:45:17 PM
This thing:
(http://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/401658/ecce-homo-gimenez-borja.jpg)
YES.
ALL YOUR BASE ARE BELONG TO WHIRLPOOLS!
--
I heard that Wh1rlP00l5 is like the most l33t band out there. They pretty much pwn all the n00bz. W00t!
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 04, 2014, 01:56:12 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on December 04, 2014, 01:45:17 PM
This thing:
(http://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/401658/ecce-homo-gimenez-borja.jpg)
YES.
Also, after looking at this again after some time it seems to me like a pretty good piece of evidence against so-called Millennial Entitlement. This woman was 80 years old when she embarked on this quest to restore the painting of Jesus, apparently based on nothing more than the belief that she could.
If she had been 21 everyone would have been touting this as Millennialism at its worst.
Rant over.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Wu6cqMYeM1w/VIB5mRRff_I/AAAAAAAABcE/OJO2isOZ0MA/w637-h443-no/Whirlpool%2BJesus.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7u1ouR0YHC4/VICBWLAMu6I/AAAAAAAABcY/-PU1kpF0JvA/w435-h264-no/Whirlpools_ceiling_cat_original.jpg)
So I heard u liek mudkipz? Ragefaces?
What about that psycho ex girlfriend meme?
Yeah, these are all pretty good, thanks!
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-_wwz03Z4kqA/VICE5npu1PI/AAAAAAAABco/zIQt80LIsMI/w510-h600-no/Whirlpools_so_i_herd_u_like_mudkips_by_raizy.jpg)
Something something Leroy Jenkins
Youre the Whirlpool now dog!
Whirlpools - My body is ready
(http://manvs.net/ug/img/2013-04-04_11-58-50-1.jpg)
FUCK YEA WHIRLPOOL!
Wilford Brimley
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-UnzAmZ4E-O4/VIC_17VrC4I/AAAAAAAABeI/F8QRZDGRAfY/s500-no/14%2B-%2B1)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-1k9pXf35LRg/VIDBM-Y17mI/AAAAAAAABes/8ZXpygk69i0/s300-no/14%2B-%2B1)
You know, I just realized I'm doing this in the Open Bar.
If any admin wants to split this off into a new thread, please feel free.
(https://33.media.tumblr.com/a67e093afac1f1567186ed649341e01f/tumblr_naq8g92hVt1tiveqfo1_1280.jpg)
How are otherkin still a thing?
How was it ever a thing?
i'm gonna go with they are plague on mankind for our sins
I am just going to go ahead and believe that that first post there is a troll.
LMNO:
Hampsterdance
Longcat
Zombocom
the Dancing Baby
Jared
All Your Base Are Belong To Us
Yatta
Has Anyone Really Been Far Even as Decided to Use Even Go Want to do Look More Like?
Advice Puppy
2 years ago I got a co-worker to wait for zombocom to load. good times.
How is babby formed?
I wish there was a dedicated website just for old memes.
Well... there's also new memes, but http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/all
Quote from: Demolition Squid on December 05, 2014, 06:18:54 AM
Well... there's also new memes, but http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/all
Yeah, I know about that... it's hard not to. Which is why I said that I wish there was a website just for old memes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 05:24:45 AM
How is babby formed?
fUCK! We need a thread. I'd forgotten about some these
David Mustaine is now a chemtrails freak.
So I guess we have to take shit seriously now.
...
...
...
:lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 05, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
David Mustaine is now a chemtrails freak.
So I guess we have to take shit seriously now.
...
...
...
:lulz:
He'll never be The Nug. I wish he'd stop trying.
I need a topic for my final research paper and I'm at a dead loss. Anyone have any questions that might could have a legal answer?
I started trying to find a theory for action against people who trafficked pics from the fappening. Problem with that topic is that the paper has to include statute and case law. Problem with this state (and most others) is that there's no fucking statute that addresses trafficking in stolen private pictures.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 03:01:19 PM
I need a topic for my final research paper and I'm at a dead loss. Anyone have any questions that might could have a legal answer?
I started trying to find a theory for action against people who trafficked pics from the fappening. Problem with that topic is that the paper has to include statute and case law. Problem with this state (and most others) is that there's no fucking statute that addresses trafficking in stolen private pictures.
How about a paper on dental clinics refusing to release dental records on the basis that since they were paid for by state health insurance, they don't really belong to the patient?
:lulz:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 03:22:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 03:01:19 PM
I need a topic for my final research paper and I'm at a dead loss. Anyone have any questions that might could have a legal answer?
I started trying to find a theory for action against people who trafficked pics from the fappening. Problem with that topic is that the paper has to include statute and case law. Problem with this state (and most others) is that there's no fucking statute that addresses trafficking in stolen private pictures.
How about a paper on dental clinics refusing to release dental records on the basis that since they were paid for by state health insurance, they don't really belong to the patient?
:lulz:
OMG YES! That is perfect actually.
...I mean for research purposes. Not to deal with. But...well...you know :oops:
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 03:34:21 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 03:22:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 03:01:19 PM
I need a topic for my final research paper and I'm at a dead loss. Anyone have any questions that might could have a legal answer?
I started trying to find a theory for action against people who trafficked pics from the fappening. Problem with that topic is that the paper has to include statute and case law. Problem with this state (and most others) is that there's no fucking statute that addresses trafficking in stolen private pictures.
How about a paper on dental clinics refusing to release dental records on the basis that since they were paid for by state health insurance, they don't really belong to the patient?
:lulz:
OMG YES! That is perfect actually.
...I mean for research purposes. Not to deal with. But...well...you know :oops:
Yay! I love it when shit turns out to be useful in some way.
True story: I asked to come pick up my X-rays and the receptionist said "we don't do that".
And I just filed a complaint with the US HHS, and later today when I'm on campus will be printing out a complaint to mail to Oregon Health Authority.
Someone isn't going to have a good day. In a few months after the wheels of bureaucracy get around to it. :) I am mainly complaining because I get the impression that this is a woefully common occurrence, but that people seldom make official complaints about it so clinics just think they can get away with it.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:09:09 PM
And I just filed a complaint with the US HHS, and later today when I'm on campus will be printing out a complaint to mail to Oregon Health Authority.
Someone isn't going to have a good day. In a few months after the wheels of bureaucracy get around to it. :) I am mainly complaining because I get the impression that this is a woefully common occurrence, but that people seldom make official complaints about it so clinics just think they can get away with it.
It's a bureaucracy thing. There's a certain type of bureaucrat who automatically says "No", because it's easier, there's less risk usually associated with it, and because they can.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 05, 2014, 04:24:20 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:09:09 PM
And I just filed a complaint with the US HHS, and later today when I'm on campus will be printing out a complaint to mail to Oregon Health Authority.
Someone isn't going to have a good day. In a few months after the wheels of bureaucracy get around to it. :) I am mainly complaining because I get the impression that this is a woefully common occurrence, but that people seldom make official complaints about it so clinics just think they can get away with it.
It's a bureaucracy thing. There's a certain type of bureaucrat who automatically says "No", because it's easier, there's less risk usually associated with it, and because they can.
Which is not always a bad thing. Speaking as a former records office employee who was well trained in various ways to say no to the FBI and other law enforcement agencies.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 05, 2014, 04:24:20 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:09:09 PM
And I just filed a complaint with the US HHS, and later today when I'm on campus will be printing out a complaint to mail to Oregon Health Authority.
Someone isn't going to have a good day. In a few months after the wheels of bureaucracy get around to it. :) I am mainly complaining because I get the impression that this is a woefully common occurrence, but that people seldom make official complaints about it so clinics just think they can get away with it.
It's a bureaucracy thing. There's a certain type of bureaucrat who automatically says "No", because it's easier, there's less risk usually associated with it, and because they can.
And HIPAA be damned! :lulz:
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
Thanks, Nigel. I've definitely got enough, now.
In other news, I've got a nasty cold, so I'm in bed watching Kung Fu flicks on Netflix, and eating noodles in dashi with the last of the turkey.
So, I feel like crap, but my surroundings are awesome.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 05, 2014, 06:40:53 PM
Thanks, Nigel. I've definitely got enough, now.
In other news, I've got a nasty cold, so I'm in bed watching Kung Fu flicks on Netflix, and eating noodles in dashi with the last of the turkey.
So, I feel like crap, but my surroundings are awesome.
Jealous.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 05:02:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
On the ongoing saga of Who Do My X-rays Belong To, today when I explained that they are actually breaking the law, the receptionist asked me "how does it violate HIPAA?"
And then I name-dropped my attorney.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 09:02:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 05:02:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
On the ongoing saga of Who Do My X-rays Belong To, today when I explained that they are actually breaking the law, the receptionist asked me "how does it violate HIPAA?"
And then I name-dropped my attorney.
Um, the whole portability part I would think...
Quote from: Trivial on December 06, 2014, 12:43:35 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 09:02:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 05:02:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
On the ongoing saga of Who Do My X-rays Belong To, today when I explained that they are actually breaking the law, the receptionist asked me "how does it violate HIPAA?"
And then I name-dropped my attorney.
Um, the whole portability part I would think...
I somehow don't think this clinic bothered with that whole "HIPAA training" concept.
So this is apropos of nothing, but my housemate just got word that his crazy ex-girlfriend beat the shit out of her homeless elderly alcoholic boyfriend. In public.
I don't even know what to say. She's like 36, he's about 60, and pathetic and harmless. It's horrifying.
:sad:
well, that's gotta be one of the more fucked up things i've heard today
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 06, 2014, 01:29:22 AM
So this is apropos of nothing, but my housemate just got word that his crazy ex-girlfriend beat the shit out of her homeless elderly alcoholic boyfriend. In public.
I don't even know what to say. She's like 36, he's about 60, and pathetic and harmless. It's horrifying.
Yeah it is. Domestic violence always is.
Something about the elderly part makes it worse. Probably because I'll be elderly some day.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 06, 2014, 04:27:05 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 06, 2014, 01:29:22 AM
So this is apropos of nothing, but my housemate just got word that his crazy ex-girlfriend beat the shit out of her homeless elderly alcoholic boyfriend. In public.
I don't even know what to say. She's like 36, he's about 60, and pathetic and harmless. It's horrifying.
Yeah it is. Domestic violence always is.
Something about the elderly part makes it worse. Probably because I'll be elderly some day.
Yeah it's all just bad. So bad. She has multiple compound fractures in her right hand. He didn't press charges.
And capping off Nigel's Big List of Bad Ideas, I got drunk last night and slept with my housemate.
Goddammit.
I shouldn't lie like that, that isn't even close to capping it off. I have a ton of bad ideas left.
Oh, that can get ugly. Hope you two can functionally communicate.
Someone posted this actual ad in Tampa Bay: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4754818511.html
Apparently it didn't get any replies, so she posted this: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4755126002.html
And then I: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4793490849.html
Tampa Bay has the craziest Craigslist I've ever seen. There's also this one, in which someone is looking for someone to come care for/clean up after six dogs in the middle of the afternoon every weekday, for roughly $6.50 an hour. I love the statement that they "refuse to pay for doggie daycare"... yeah, because daycare for six dogs would cost two grand a month. You'd think they could at least spring for minimum wage. http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4791675545.html
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 06, 2014, 08:21:44 PM
Oh, that can get ugly. Hope you two can functionally communicate.
I think it'll be fine... both of us are kind of in stages of life where we're slutty and don't really have feelings. But boy howdy, it's a little embarrassing.
Tampa Bay Craigslist was so insane that I had to check out Portland's to compare, and as I expected it was far more sedate. I did find this amazing gem though. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/dmg/4791986249.html
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 06, 2014, 08:23:46 PM
Someone posted this actual ad in Tampa Bay: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4754818511.html
Apparently it didn't get any replies, so she posted this: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4755126002.html
And then I: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4793490849.html
Tampa Bay has the craziest Craigslist I've ever seen. There's also this one, in which someone is looking for someone to come care for/clean up after six dogs in the middle of the afternoon every weekday, for roughly $6.50 an hour. I love the statement that they "refuse to pay for doggie daycare"... yeah, because daycare for six dogs would cost two grand a month. You'd think they could at least spring for minimum wage. http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4791675545.html
All of that EVERYTHING is fantastic! I don't mind folks who think of their pets as "part of the family" but you start calling your dogs/cats/ferrets "kids" and I reserve the right to punch you square in the teeth.
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on December 07, 2014, 02:26:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 06, 2014, 08:23:46 PM
Someone posted this actual ad in Tampa Bay: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4754818511.html
Apparently it didn't get any replies, so she posted this: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4755126002.html
And then I: http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4793490849.html
Tampa Bay has the craziest Craigslist I've ever seen. There's also this one, in which someone is looking for someone to come care for/clean up after six dogs in the middle of the afternoon every weekday, for roughly $6.50 an hour. I love the statement that they "refuse to pay for doggie daycare"... yeah, because daycare for six dogs would cost two grand a month. You'd think they could at least spring for minimum wage. http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/dmg/4791675545.html
All of that EVERYTHING is fantastic! I don't mind folks who think of their pets as "part of the family" but you start calling your dogs/cats/ferrets "kids" and I reserve the right to punch you square in the teeth.
It's a sign of a boatload of crazy.
Although EFO refers to my fat pit bull as "sausage sister".
Big Surprise at church today. An 80-something old man was unconscious, went into a seizure. I was actually proud of how well we handled it. Called the paramedics straight away, put him on his side and kept the airway clear, cleared the area to let them in. The guy came to after a bit, and after some coaxing agreed to go with the paramedics to the hospital.
Running the Inquisition is actually more time consuming and difficult than my current job.
"The Inquisition needs quarries!" Spend two hours fighting bandits, demons, local wildlife and, in one case, a dragon, to find a quarry and logging camp.
"The Inquisition needs elfroot!" Ditto.
"The Inquisition needs deathroot." Well, I can't find any deathroot. Oh, wait, you mean it's on a part of the map I haven't unlocked yet. Meaning I have to expend political capital and resources to acquire deathroot? ...OK then, I guess. I'm not happy about this, though.
Dispatch the Antivan Crows to hunt down a copyright violator? Sending in assassins seems a bit excessive...but OK. Capture a keep without siege weaponry? Sure, I mean I have Cassandra, and she is a one-woman battering ram. Oh wait, now I have another location to administer?
And now I'm called back to my actual keep because someone is assaulting it with a goat. Not "a goat is alongside him". No, as in the goat is the weapon. And now I have to judge what happens to, what is clearly, a crazy man?
I loved the goat attack.
I also loved him continually going on about how crazy redheaded women are... to my redheaded Inquisitor. :lulz:
You better watch out for Iron Bull. He sorta abandoned the Qun for redheads.
Quote from: Cain on December 08, 2014, 08:28:31 AM
And now I'm called back to my actual keep because someone is assaulting it with a goat. Not "a goat is alongside him". No, as in the goat is the weapon. And now I have to judge what happens to, what is clearly, a crazy man?
I would suggest you surrender to him immediately.
I opted to exile him. With all the weapons he could carry. To the not very pleasant Tevinter Empire, who may or may not be secretly supporting my enemies.
Strangely enough, everyone approves of this course of action.
Quote from: Cain on December 08, 2014, 10:04:04 AM
I opted to exile him. With all the weapons he could carry. To the not very pleasant Tevinter Empire, who may or may not be secretly supporting my enemies.
Strangely enough, everyone approves of this course of action.
Lest the commander send the goatse man after them as well.
QuoteDispatch the Antivan Crows to hunt down a copyright violator? Sending in assassins seems a bit excessive...but OK. Capture a keep without siege weaponry? Sure, I mean I have Cassandra, and she is a one-woman battering ram. Oh wait, now I have another location to administer?
And now I'm called back to my actual keep because someone is assaulting it with a goat. Not "a goat is alongside him". No, as in the goat is the weapon. And now I have to judge what happens to, what is clearly, a crazy man?
What the fuck?
We've actually reached the meta point where copyright violators are hunted in-game?
And a fucking goat? What? I mean, yes, it'd be fucking terrifying if someone was running at you swinging a goat but it doesn't seem like the best possible method of attack. At all.
Well, Varric wrote an amusing series called "Hard in Hightown", basically a hard-boiled detective series about the guards in Kirkwall. Someone is copying the series and putting out illegitimate copies.
You can deal with this issue via the War Operations tables, which allows you to choose which advisor's team gets the job. There's a military branch, a diplomatic and trade branch...and a spy/covert action branch.
The choice was obvious, really. That said, the ongoing operation is getting really strange. The last lead was found killed in a locked room...in the exact manner of the first victim of the second Hard in Hightown novel.
Well that answers some questions but still leaves the burning issue of "Who thought a goat is an effective weapon?"
It wasn't about effectiveness.
It was about style.
It's a tie in for the new Goat Simulator: Thedas DLC.
So I've been playing around with both in-game and recording settings, so I'd like some feedback on this.
http://youtu.be/mSLFkeaqMWo
Way things are going, I probably wont be able to record until after Xmas (next two weeks: shopping for family, finishing counter-terrorism paper, work, in that order of importance. Also if I get this job in London, I'll be moving around the New Year). But I suppose that gives Bioware time to release the PC patch, which will be good. And I can continue to do a gajillion sidequests while ignoring the main story.
Looks and sounds good. There was no voiceover, right?
No. Mainly because I forgot to turn the mic on. Every time I shut down my computer, I have to unplug and replug the mic...and then there is the recording options, the mic line itself and the computer's own audio software suit.
If any one of those steps is forgotten, then it only records in-game.
I had to play around with the settings quite a bit to get something decent. Mesh quality needed to stay at high, to avoid hideous shiny hair, which meant everything else had to go down in quality. And even then, I was getting bad framerate. So eventually I adjusted the recordings to 720p and 30 FPS, which results in a fairly stable 40-60 FPS for playing purposes. It's occasionally dipped to the mid-30s, but only when loading very large areas with numerous NPCs. And 30 FPS for the cutscenes.
It's hard to tell with youtube (cos they rape your quality as a default) but it looks like your source file may be suffering from pretty heavy compression. Lots of artifacts in the sky and when there's a lot happening onscreen. It takes a lot longer to upload larger, less compressed files but at least if you do that, youtube will scale down, whereas obviously it won't work if you give them less than their working level.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 09:02:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 05:02:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
On the ongoing saga of Who Do My X-rays Belong To, today when I explained that they are actually breaking the law, the receptionist asked me "how does it violate HIPAA?"
And then I name-dropped my attorney.
Oregon Medical Board Rules, as well:
QuoteOREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES 847-012-000
Patient's Access to Medical Records
(1) Licensees of the Oregon Medical Board must make protected health information in the medical record available to the patient or the patient's representative upon their request, to inspect and obtain a copy of protected health information about the individual, except as provided by law and this rule. The patient may request all or part of the record. A summary may substitute for the actual record only if the patient agrees to the substitution. Board licensees are encouraged to use the written authorization form provided by ORS 192.566.
The only exceptions are if there is pending litigation (which changes the process, not necessarily the access), or information that would be harmful to the health of the patient if disclosed (ie psychotherapy notes).
Oh and here's another fun fact. Same rule:
Quote(8) Requests for medical records must be complied with within a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days from the receipt of the request.
(9) Violation of this rule will result in a $195 fine and may be cause for further disciplinary action by the Board.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 08, 2014, 04:20:14 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 09:02:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 05:02:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
On the ongoing saga of Who Do My X-rays Belong To, today when I explained that they are actually breaking the law, the receptionist asked me "how does it violate HIPAA?"
And then I name-dropped my attorney.
Oregon Medical Board Rules, as well:
QuoteOREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES 847-012-000
Patient's Access to Medical Records
(1) Licensees of the Oregon Medical Board must make protected health information in the medical record available to the patient or the patient's representative upon their request, to inspect and obtain a copy of protected health information about the individual, except as provided by law and this rule. The patient may request all or part of the record. A summary may substitute for the actual record only if the patient agrees to the substitution. Board licensees are encouraged to use the written authorization form provided by ORS 192.566.
The only exceptions are if there is pending litigation (which changes the process, not necessarily the access), or information that would be harmful to the health of the patient if disclosed (ie psychotherapy notes).
Oh and here's another fun fact. Same rule:
Quote(8) Requests for medical records must be complied with within a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days from the receipt of the request.
(9) Violation of this rule will result in a $195 fine and may be cause for further disciplinary action by the Board.
Thanks!
Are dentists overseen by the Oregon Medical Board? My plan is to file one complaint with a different oversight agency for every week they fail to comply.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 08, 2014, 04:27:52 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 08, 2014, 04:20:14 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 09:02:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 05:02:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
On the ongoing saga of Who Do My X-rays Belong To, today when I explained that they are actually breaking the law, the receptionist asked me "how does it violate HIPAA?"
And then I name-dropped my attorney.
Oregon Medical Board Rules, as well:
QuoteOREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES 847-012-000
Patient's Access to Medical Records
(1) Licensees of the Oregon Medical Board must make protected health information in the medical record available to the patient or the patient's representative upon their request, to inspect and obtain a copy of protected health information about the individual, except as provided by law and this rule. The patient may request all or part of the record. A summary may substitute for the actual record only if the patient agrees to the substitution. Board licensees are encouraged to use the written authorization form provided by ORS 192.566.
The only exceptions are if there is pending litigation (which changes the process, not necessarily the access), or information that would be harmful to the health of the patient if disclosed (ie psychotherapy notes).
Oh and here's another fun fact. Same rule:
Quote(8) Requests for medical records must be complied with within a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days from the receipt of the request.
(9) Violation of this rule will result in a $195 fine and may be cause for further disciplinary action by the Board.
Thanks!
Are dentists overseen by the Oregon Medical Board? My plan is to file one complaint with a different oversight agency for every week they fail to comply.
Yep. Dentists are explicitly listed. And x-rays are mentioned in the rule as well.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 08, 2014, 04:40:10 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 08, 2014, 04:27:52 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 08, 2014, 04:20:14 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 09:02:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 05, 2014, 05:02:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 05, 2014, 04:48:57 PM
In this case, though, I think it's probably more of a "we don't want to transfer records because it makes it too easy for clients to go to a different dentist" thing.
It's a pretty bad move, though, because HIPAA is one of those things that it's really not a good idea to violate if most of your money comes from a contract with the state.
Fucking with HIPAA in general is a bad idea. That piece of legislation has been known to level whole cities for failure to use approved screen guards.
On the ongoing saga of Who Do My X-rays Belong To, today when I explained that they are actually breaking the law, the receptionist asked me "how does it violate HIPAA?"
And then I name-dropped my attorney.
Oregon Medical Board Rules, as well:
QuoteOREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES 847-012-000
Patient's Access to Medical Records
(1) Licensees of the Oregon Medical Board must make protected health information in the medical record available to the patient or the patient's representative upon their request, to inspect and obtain a copy of protected health information about the individual, except as provided by law and this rule. The patient may request all or part of the record. A summary may substitute for the actual record only if the patient agrees to the substitution. Board licensees are encouraged to use the written authorization form provided by ORS 192.566.
The only exceptions are if there is pending litigation (which changes the process, not necessarily the access), or information that would be harmful to the health of the patient if disclosed (ie psychotherapy notes).
Oh and here's another fun fact. Same rule:
Quote(8) Requests for medical records must be complied with within a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days from the receipt of the request.
(9) Violation of this rule will result in a $195 fine and may be cause for further disciplinary action by the Board.
Thanks!
Are dentists overseen by the Oregon Medical Board? My plan is to file one complaint with a different oversight agency for every week they fail to comply.
Yep. Dentists are explicitly listed. And x-rays are mentioned in the rule as well.
EXCELLENT. Thanks!
The 30 days to comply ship sailed yesterday... I sent my original request on November 7th. So hopefully they will find this to be a far larger headache than they ever anticipated. :)
I am not the prettiest person in the room.
I am not a genius.
I am not the richest person on Earth.
I am not the...
...I have nothing. NOTHING!
So far I have the US Department of Health & Human Services, the Oregon Health Authority, the Oregon Medical Board, and the Oregon Board of Dentistry.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 08, 2014, 05:45:12 PM
I am not the prettiest person in the room.
I am not a genius.
I am not the richest person on Earth.
I am not the...
...I have nothing. NOTHING!
Whaaat?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 08, 2014, 05:45:12 PM
I am not the prettiest person in the room.
I am not a genius.
I am not the richest person on Earth.
I am not the...
...I have nothing. NOTHING!
You still have your Hate™.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 08, 2014, 06:25:28 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 08, 2014, 05:45:12 PM
I am not the prettiest person in the room.
I am not a genius.
I am not the richest person on Earth.
I am not the...
...I have nothing. NOTHING!
You still have your Hate™.
:walken:
I also have my wife and kids. I was just being emo because it's been a beautiful day, and I don't want any excess hubris to attract the ire of the Fuckup Fairy.
For some reason the fact that finals start tomorrow and I have a shit ton of studying to do seems to have raised the bat-signal to everyone I know to call, text, email, or ask me a favor. Today specifically.
Banned from United Atheists Headquarters on facebook.
Quote from: Metal Bear on December 08, 2014, 09:50:11 PM
Banned from United Atheists Headquarters on facebook.
Saw THAT coming a mile away.
You should try my technique...Walk in, be REASONABLE, accidentally start HUGE ARGUMENTS, and then protest said arguments REASONABLY until everyone wants to kill you.
There is some kind of constant shrill shrieking coming from two houses down.
It does not sound like shrieks of terror. No. It sounds like the shrieks of a victorious 4-year-old who is holding her enemy's bloody head toward the heavens.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 08, 2014, 11:45:14 PM
There is some kind of constant shrill shrieking coming from two houses down.
It does not sound like shrieks of terror. No. It sounds like the shrieks of a victorious 4-year-old who is holding her enemy's bloody head toward the heavens.
I support that sort of thing.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 08, 2014, 11:53:26 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 08, 2014, 11:45:14 PM
There is some kind of constant shrill shrieking coming from two houses down.
It does not sound like shrieks of terror. No. It sounds like the shrieks of a victorious 4-year-old who is holding her enemy's bloody head toward the heavens.
I support that sort of thing.
I have made note of the location of my potential young ally.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 09, 2014, 12:00:55 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 08, 2014, 11:53:26 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 08, 2014, 11:45:14 PM
There is some kind of constant shrill shrieking coming from two houses down.
It does not sound like shrieks of terror. No. It sounds like the shrieks of a victorious 4-year-old who is holding her enemy's bloody head toward the heavens.
I support that sort of thing.
I have made note of the location of my potential young ally.
I feel another Nigel horror story coming on.
Not sure whether to do it here or at FB. Probably both.
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10857860_869443883099736_873695239692978120_n.jpg?oh=17d41fdef11c627865f1be841a745409&oe=55180C74&__gda__=1427801929_670deca32b244bde4804bd128225c214)
Recently while waiting in a Taco Bell drive through a guy played "what are you waiting for" by Nickleback three times in a row and told me that "No matter where you are in life everybody need to hear this song."
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 08, 2014, 10:08:14 PM
Quote from: Metal Bear on December 08, 2014, 09:50:11 PM
Banned from United Atheists Headquarters on facebook.
Saw THAT coming a mile away.
You should try my technique...Walk in, be REASONABLE, accidentally start HUGE ARGUMENTS, and then protest said arguments REASONABLY until everyone wants to kill you.
I like to achieve maximum butt-hurt.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 09, 2014, 12:11:27 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 09, 2014, 12:00:55 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 08, 2014, 11:53:26 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 08, 2014, 11:45:14 PM
There is some kind of constant shrill shrieking coming from two houses down.
It does not sound like shrieks of terror. No. It sounds like the shrieks of a victorious 4-year-old who is holding her enemy's bloody head toward the heavens.
I support that sort of thing.
I have made note of the location of my potential young ally.
I feel another Nigel horror story coming on.
Not sure whether to do it here or at FB. Probably both.
:lulz:
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 03:00:47 AM
Recently while waiting in a Taco Bell drive through a guy played "what are you waiting for" by Nickleback three times in a row and told me that "No matter where you are in life everybody need to hear this song."
Wow, that's an amazing troll. I'm going to try it on campus.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 09, 2014, 01:51:12 AM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10857860_869443883099736_873695239692978120_n.jpg?oh=17d41fdef11c627865f1be841a745409&oe=55180C74&__gda__=1427801929_670deca32b244bde4804bd128225c214)
THERE she is.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 09, 2014, 05:43:45 AM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 03:00:47 AM
Recently while waiting in a Taco Bell drive through a guy played "what are you waiting for" by Nickleback three times in a row and told me that "No matter where you are in life everybody need to hear this song."
Wow, that's an amazing troll. I'm going to try it on campus.
He wasnt trolling.
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 05:49:14 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 09, 2014, 05:43:45 AM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 03:00:47 AM
Recently while waiting in a Taco Bell drive through a guy played "what are you waiting for" by Nickleback three times in a row and told me that "No matter where you are in life everybody need to hear this song."
Wow, that's an amazing troll. I'm going to try it on campus.
He wasnt trolling.
It didn't sound like he was, but that doesn't matter.
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 05:49:14 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 09, 2014, 05:43:45 AM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 03:00:47 AM
Recently while waiting in a Taco Bell drive through a guy played "what are you waiting for" by Nickleback three times in a row and told me that "No matter where you are in life everybody need to hear this song."
Wow, that's an amazing troll. I'm going to try it on campus.
He wasnt trolling.
Well I suppose once you've gone through that, you know you can handle the worst life has to throw at you.
Quote from: Cain on December 09, 2014, 07:52:50 AM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 05:49:14 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 09, 2014, 05:43:45 AM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on December 09, 2014, 03:00:47 AM
Recently while waiting in a Taco Bell drive through a guy played "what are you waiting for" by Nickleback three times in a row and told me that "No matter where you are in life everybody need to hear this song."
Wow, that's an amazing troll. I'm going to try it on campus.
He wasnt trolling.
Well I suppose once you've gone through that, you know you can handle the worst life has to throw at you.
I deserve an Oscar for keeping a straight face.
In other news, I'm moving back to London.
Not only will I be living in central London for a ridiculously low rent, I will also be living next to a massage school.
Cain: Pimpin'.
Quote from: Cain on December 09, 2014, 09:42:38 AM
In other news, I'm moving back to London.
Not only will I be living in central London for a ridiculously low rent, I will also be living next to a massage school.
Is that some kind of euphemism? Because it really should be.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 09, 2014, 12:43:20 PM
Cain: Pimpin'.
No, it's a classy joint, from what I can see. Would have to be though, given property prices and rental in the area.
Quote from: Junkenstein on December 09, 2014, 01:10:07 PM
Is that some kind of euphemism? Because it really should be.
Yes, it is a euphemism for "babysitting teenagers whose parents have more money than time or common sense". Oh, the massage thing? Dunno.
Quote from: Cain on December 09, 2014, 09:42:38 AM
In other news, I'm moving back to London.
Not only will I be living in central London for a ridiculously low rent, I will also be living next to a massage school.
Woohoo! Congrats!
Quote from: Cain on December 09, 2014, 09:42:38 AM
In other news, I'm moving back to London.
Not only will I be living in central London for a ridiculously low rent, I will also be living next to a massage school.
THIS...sounds fabulous.
QuoteNo, it's a classy joint, from what I can see. Would have to be though, given property prices and rental in the area.
So what's the plan? Subdivide the shit out of it and live like a slumlord elsewhere?
Move 4 attachments from 3 locations to a site in Europe about 900 miles away? At 4:40PM?
NO PROBLEM.
I probably should have guessed that this program would be bollocks. 'The Secrets of Quantum Mechanics'.
I wouldn't say I have a strong understanding of the subject (although the stuff I've read here over the years has helped), but I am actively cringing as this Professor of Physics presents a show which features a man in a devil mask dealing cards (the 'evil quantum dealer' who may or may not be rigging the deck) and concludes with 'and remember, if the number adds up to more than 2, we have absolute proof Einstein was wrong, there is no objective reality, and neither photon exists until we measure them'. Then after a bit more waffle 'in some sense, it really does suggest that the moon doesn't exist when we aren't looking at it'
Earlier he implied that this would open the door to ESP and other such 'hippy ideas'.
I could be wrong, but I thought we'd moved on from that view of quantum physics in mainstream science? This is just going to confuse and annoy people.
Quote from: Cain on December 09, 2014, 09:42:38 AM
In other news, I'm moving back to London.
Not only will I be living in central London for a ridiculously low rent, I will also be living next to a massage school.
And super belatedly, awesome news Cain! Hope London treats you well.
That guy is completely full of shit. Drop the course, ask for a refund.
Ah - TV program, BBC put it out.
This is what a lot of people with a vague curiosity about quantum mechanics are going to find on the BBC Iplayer for the next few months, though.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on December 10, 2014, 08:13:59 PM
Ah - TV program, BBC put it out.
This is what a lot of people with a vague curiosity about quantum mechanics are going to find on the BBC Iplayer for the next few months, though.
That's either going to make the internet super extra fun over the winter, OR it's a sensationalist lead in that ends up leading to the land of NOPE, another popular route for entertainumentaries.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 10, 2014, 08:26:01 PM
Quote from: Demolition Squid on December 10, 2014, 08:13:59 PM
Ah - TV program, BBC put it out.
This is what a lot of people with a vague curiosity about quantum mechanics are going to find on the BBC Iplayer for the next few months, though.
That's either going to make the internet super extra fun over the winter, OR it's a sensationalist lead in that ends up leading to the land of NOPE, another popular route for entertainumentaries.
It's going to be
What the BLEEP Do We Know all over again! What fun.
Spent all day being rained on while I crawled over equipment in Portland.
As a result, hot shower notwithstanding, I am fucking EXHAUSTED.
Going to bed. G'night.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 10, 2014, 10:21:29 PM
Spent all day being rained on while I crawled over equipment in Portland.
As a result, hot shower notwithstanding, I am fucking EXHAUSTED.
Going to bed. G'night.
Sleep tight, Princess.
Ah, patch day. My favourite day of the year.
On patch day, the best entertainment, bar none, is going to the Bioware forums. You are guaranteed at least:
- 100 pages of people pissing and moaning that the patch has not come quickly enough (because quality testing is for noobs and scrubs)
- 50 pages of whining that the servers have crashed due to so many people downloading the crash (even when they clearly have not, as people are managing to download them) and people blaming slow download speeds on everything except their shitty internet capabilities (guys, if I'm getting 1 MB/sec, trust me, there is no problem client side).
- 25 pages of whining that a patch was even needed. Because beta-testing is really easy, amirite? Speaking as someone who actually was doing beta-testing for another game not long ago, let me tell you that shit is complicated. And the more complicated the game options and functionality, the more scope for unusual glitches and bugs. Admittedly, I was not getting paid, but its still really hard to trigger some conditionals for some bugs.
- Another 25 pages of whining that the patch is insufficient, and does not go far enough.
- That one fucking guy who wont shut up about how he should have the option to force a lesbian character to sleep with his male one because Thedas needs to breed more elves and it is her duty to her people. Seriously, dude, you want a rape option?
- 50 or so people bemoaning that Bioware "dont make RPGs anymore", even though that is a) inaccurate and b) has nothing to do with the topic.
- Another 50 or so people reminding everyone that Eletronic Arts is "the worst company in America". Because, you see, EA profits off the arms trade and sells overpriced weapons to both the USA and its enemies, and is engaged in profteering with regimes that deal in slavery, authoritarianism and oppression on a vast scale. Oh, no, wait, that's most of the American arms and private military security industry.
- me, trolling the living daylights out of the above.
It is truly the most magical time of year.
Quote from: Cain on December 11, 2014, 07:19:03 AM
- Another 50 or so people reminding everyone that Eletronic Arts is "the worst company in America". Because, you see, EA profits off the arms trade and sells overpriced weapons to both the USA and its enemies, and is engaged in profteering with regimes that deal in slavery, authoritarianism and oppression on a vast scale. Oh, no, wait, that's most of the American arms and private military security industry.
:spittake:
Quote from: Cain on December 11, 2014, 07:19:03 AM
Ah, patch day. My favourite day of the year.
On patch day, the best entertainment, bar none, is going to the Bioware forums. You are guaranteed at least:
- 100 pages of people pissing and moaning that the patch has not come quickly enough (because quality testing is for noobs and scrubs)
- 50 pages of whining that the servers have crashed due to so many people downloading the crash (even when they clearly have not, as people are managing to download them) and people blaming slow download speeds on everything except their shitty internet capabilities (guys, if I'm getting 1 MB/sec, trust me, there is no problem client side).
- 25 pages of whining that a patch was even needed. Because beta-testing is really easy, amirite? Speaking as someone who actually was doing beta-testing for another game not long ago, let me tell you that shit is complicated. And the more complicated the game options and functionality, the more scope for unusual glitches and bugs. Admittedly, I was not getting paid, but its still really hard to trigger some conditionals for some bugs.
- Another 25 pages of whining that the patch is insufficient, and does not go far enough.
- That one fucking guy who wont shut up about how he should have the option to force a lesbian character to sleep with his male one because Thedas needs to breed more elves and it is her duty to her people. Seriously, dude, you want a rape option?
- 50 or so people bemoaning that Bioware "dont make RPGs anymore", even though that is a) inaccurate and b) has nothing to do with the topic.
- Another 50 or so people reminding everyone that Eletronic Arts is "the worst company in America". Because, you see, EA profits off the arms trade and sells overpriced weapons to both the USA and its enemies, and is engaged in profteering with regimes that deal in slavery, authoritarianism and oppression on a vast scale. Oh, no, wait, that's most of the American arms and private military security industry.
- me, trolling the living daylights out of the above.
It is truly the most magical time of year.
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Power's out here, so bored.
Phone works at least. For now.
It's amazing how boring it is to sit in the dark.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 03:05:51 AM
It's amazing how boring it is to sit in the dark.
:sad:
That does sound pretty boring,
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 12, 2014, 04:53:45 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 03:05:51 AM
It's amazing how boring it is to sit in the dark.
:sad:
That does sound pretty boring,
I have a much better handle now on why our ancestors were so driven to create the internet.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 05:11:11 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 12, 2014, 04:53:45 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 03:05:51 AM
It's amazing how boring it is to sit in the dark.
:sad:
That does sound pretty boring,
I have a much better handle now on why our ancestors were so driven to create the internet.
:lulz:
Dear lord, picture that long play...
"Listen Ug. You gotta fuck the smartest chick/dude in the cave. Uh... consistently, like. Because this shit is boring, and we need to make computers. I don't even know what the shit a computer is, but some god told me about how awesome it was when you link them up for porn and talking. You need to make that happen. Apparently it's a series of chain reactions starting from rubbing these two sticks together, figuring out the stabbiest way to stab meat, putting mold in the wheat juice, forgetting where you put the seeds at first but remembering later, and uh.... while you're at it try to work out why round things roll around."
Crappy trip to Portland because Portland (fucking rain, fucking people, fucking streets, nothing fucking works), and crappier return to Tucson, the gory details of which I will not be going into. I won't be on much for a bit, because none of you deserve my mood.
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 01:46:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
:sad:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:00:02 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 01:46:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
:sad:
Yeah, it blew. And I'm actually kinda GLAD that you were too busy to meet for dinner, because I wasn't gonna be much company. I was exhausted and too damn angry, and you didn't deserve to be subjected to that.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 12, 2014, 05:29:04 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 05:11:11 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 12, 2014, 04:53:45 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 03:05:51 AM
It's amazing how boring it is to sit in the dark.
:sad:
That does sound pretty boring,
I have a much better handle now on why our ancestors were so driven to create the internet.
:lulz:
Dear lord, picture that long play...
"Listen Ug. You gotta fuck the smartest chick/dude in the cave. Uh... consistently, like. Because this shit is boring, and we need to make computers. I don't even know what the shit a computer is, but some god told me about how awesome it was when you link them up for porn and talking. You need to make that happen. Apparently it's a series of chain reactions starting from rubbing these two sticks together, figuring out the stabbiest way to stab meat, putting mold in the wheat juice, forgetting where you put the seeds at first but remembering later, and uh.... while you're at it try to work out why round things roll around."
Here's how it started. THERE WAS NOTHING TO FUCKING DO, so people sat around all day and tried to come up with things to make life easier/more fun. It started with string, and everything just snowballed from there.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:01:09 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:00:02 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 01:46:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
:sad:
Yeah, it blew. And I'm actually kinda GLAD that you were too busy to meet for dinner, because I wasn't gonna be much company. I was exhausted and too damn angry, and you didn't deserve to be subjected to that.
If it's any consolation, immediately after you left everything broke. Some people still don't have electricity. Mostly just the poor brown people, but still.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:02:24 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:01:09 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:00:02 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 01:46:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
:sad:
Yeah, it blew. And I'm actually kinda GLAD that you were too busy to meet for dinner, because I wasn't gonna be much company. I was exhausted and too damn angry, and you didn't deserve to be subjected to that.
If it's any consolation, immediately after you left everything broke. Some people still don't have electricity. Mostly just the poor brown people, but still.
Nothing works in Portland. I cannot be held responsible for these things. Hell, my GPS tried to lure me into a dark alley, the signs to City Center LIE, and trains just randomly stop on crossings for 65 minutes. I only ever found the airport by driving the 2.8 miles to your place, going up to Prescott, and taking the directions you gave me last time.
Even google maps lies. I walked to a bar that was 7 blocks from the hotel, and I had to search for 45 minutes, because Google Maps told me to go the exact wrong direction. And that was BEFORE I spent an entire day being unable to ask and recieve an answer even ONCE without fucking Mike interrupting to demonstrate to the guys (at the plant we were visiting) how well he understood their process.
Fortunately, there was this big river RIGHT THERE, and I threw his lunch in it. This forced him to shut up and leave in a reasonable amount of time, thus preventing a homicide.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:02:24 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:01:09 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:00:02 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 01:46:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
:sad:
Yeah, it blew. And I'm actually kinda GLAD that you were too busy to meet for dinner, because I wasn't gonna be much company. I was exhausted and too damn angry, and you didn't deserve to be subjected to that.
If it's any consolation, immediately after you left everything broke. Some people still don't have electricity. Mostly just the poor brown people, but still.
And you were hours away from not being able to fly out. Someone from facebook TDS got stuck at an airport hotel because they said no-go on the flights.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:12:17 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:02:24 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:01:09 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:00:02 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 01:46:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
:sad:
Yeah, it blew. And I'm actually kinda GLAD that you were too busy to meet for dinner, because I wasn't gonna be much company. I was exhausted and too damn angry, and you didn't deserve to be subjected to that.
If it's any consolation, immediately after you left everything broke. Some people still don't have electricity. Mostly just the poor brown people, but still.
Nothing works in Portland. I cannot be held responsible for these things. Hell, my GPS tried to lure me into a dark alley, the signs to City Center LIE, and trains just randomly stop on crossings for 65 minutes. I only ever found the airport by driving the 2.8 miles to your place, going up to Prescott, and taking the directions you gave me last time.
Even google maps lies. I walked to a bar that was 7 blocks from the hotel, and I had to search for 45 minutes, because Google Maps told me to go the exact wrong direction. And that was BEFORE I spent an entire day being unable to ask and recieve an answer even ONCE without fucking Mike interrupting to demonstrate to the guys (at the plant we were visiting) how well he understood their process.
Fortunately, there was this big river RIGHT THERE, and I threw his lunch in it. This forced him to shut up and leave in a reasonable amount of time, thus preventing a homicide.
I got a bit lost finding that bar, too. And I allegedly know my way around.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 12, 2014, 04:16:40 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:12:17 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:02:24 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:01:09 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 04:00:02 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 01:46:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 01:20:55 PM
Did you hear the song of the Bridges?
Drowned out by the nonstop fucking rain and by the utter failure of Mike the Engineer.
I may as well have stayed at home. Spent a fucking day getting soaked and learning NOTHING, because FATASS COULDN'T SHUT UP. I finally was forced to throw his lunch into the river.
Then I came home and everything sucked more. I'm so fucking mad I'm not prepared, at this moment, to go into it.
:sad:
Yeah, it blew. And I'm actually kinda GLAD that you were too busy to meet for dinner, because I wasn't gonna be much company. I was exhausted and too damn angry, and you didn't deserve to be subjected to that.
If it's any consolation, immediately after you left everything broke. Some people still don't have electricity. Mostly just the poor brown people, but still.
Nothing works in Portland. I cannot be held responsible for these things. Hell, my GPS tried to lure me into a dark alley, the signs to City Center LIE, and trains just randomly stop on crossings for 65 minutes. I only ever found the airport by driving the 2.8 miles to your place, going up to Prescott, and taking the directions you gave me last time.
Even google maps lies. I walked to a bar that was 7 blocks from the hotel, and I had to search for 45 minutes, because Google Maps told me to go the exact wrong direction. And that was BEFORE I spent an entire day being unable to ask and recieve an answer even ONCE without fucking Mike interrupting to demonstrate to the guys (at the plant we were visiting) how well he understood their process.
Fortunately, there was this big river RIGHT THERE, and I threw his lunch in it. This forced him to shut up and leave in a reasonable amount of time, thus preventing a homicide.
I got a bit lost finding that bar, too. And I allegedly know my way around.
Yeah, but this sent me back towards the Burnside bridge, which is the EXACT OPPOSITE DIRECTION.
At noon, I have to attend a HAZWOPER class that is being given by our safety tech. Bear in mind that safety tech doesn't know what he's talking about, but makes up for it by using big words wrong. He also uses really bad analogies and sometimes likes to veer off into some weird fucking family counseling/advice for no apparent reason (not fucking kidding, and I'm going to wound his inner child if he pulls it today).
I am unsure how this is going to go. I'm in a bad mood already.
Sometimes, I wish I had transcripts of your workday.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 04:25:36 PM
Sometimes, I wish I had transcripts of your workday.
Imagine sitting in a conference room while a guy with no experience in your work explains your job to you. The bald guy (me) goes full Tourettes, the boss AGREES with everything said during the Tourettes' fit but is forced for reasons unknown to encourage the safety clown, the engineer balances his coffee mug on his big Goddamn gut and looks around like a fairly pleased cow, and everyone else sits there rolling their eyes in fury inspired by their lives being wasted in this manner.
And that's just one meeting.
Jim and Lilly also keep insisting that he have a hand planning high-risk jobs. I yell at him until he shuts up, then me and the guys involve plan the project.
And when none of the above happens, he writes long, incomprensible lists of things that COULD go wrong (they can't, at least not the way he describes them) and sends them to corporate in a a fashion that implies they ARE going wrong as described.
Also, when I was in Portland last month, the shitball didn't know where I was (none of his business), so he called HR and told them I had called out for 3 days and was abusing the sick policy. No shit.
I can't decide if this job is making me a worse person, or just demonstrating what kind of person I actually am.
Lastly, at what point is it okay to schedule a meeting or class for a bunch of salaried people that will go on long after the workday ends on a Friday?
I think I will ask lots of questions in this meeting. If they think it's okay to stay an hour unpaid, let's see how they feel about 3 or 4 hours.
I am looking thought his presentation. There are short movies. How does a Hazwoper class have ANYTHING set to Enya?
:crankey:
I FEEL THAT I HAVE BEEN VERY CONSIDERATE FOR A VERY LONG TIME, BUT THIS IS THE END OF THE FUCKING LINE. THIS IS A GODDAMN CHEMICAL FACILITY, NOT A PBS SPECIAL.
I am going to go full retard. THE WHOLE THING.
I can't get my head around making people stay back for an hour, without pay, on a motherfucken friday. Insurance job? Like maybe they actually want you to torch the place?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:56:03 PM
I am looking thought his presentation. There are short movies. How does a Hazwoper class have ANYTHING set to Enya?
:crankey:
I FEEL THAT I HAVE BEEN VERY CONSIDERATE FOR A VERY LONG TIME, BUT THIS IS THE END OF THE FUCKING LINE. THIS IS A GODDAMN CHEMICAL FACILITY, NOT A PBS SPECIAL.
I am going to go full retard. THE WHOLE THING.
SAIL AWAY, SAIL AWAY, SAIL AWAY.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 12, 2014, 05:04:03 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:56:03 PM
I am looking thought his presentation. There are short movies. How does a Hazwoper class have ANYTHING set to Enya?
:crankey:
I FEEL THAT I HAVE BEEN VERY CONSIDERATE FOR A VERY LONG TIME, BUT THIS IS THE END OF THE FUCKING LINE. THIS IS A GODDAMN CHEMICAL FACILITY, NOT A PBS SPECIAL.
I am going to go full retard. THE WHOLE THING.
SAIL AWAY, SAIL AWAY, SAIL AWAY.
THE WHOLE THING
Quote from: P3nT4gR4m on December 12, 2014, 05:00:04 PM
I can't get my head around making people stay back for an hour, without pay, on a motherfucken friday. Insurance job? Like maybe they actually want you to torch the place?
Occasionally, it has to be explained to Jim - in terms that he will understand - that making people feel like their free time is valueless is a losing proposition.
By "explain" you mean intubated, right? According to the rules of etiquette, it's the only appropriate response. It'd literally be considered rude not to beat the shit out of him
Quote from: P3nT4gR4m on December 12, 2014, 05:36:30 PM
By "explain" you mean intubated, right? According to the rules of etiquette, it's the only appropriate response. It'd literally be considered rude not to beat the shit out of him
No, I just make sure everyone's as miserable as possible for the entire time, plus 2 weeks.
The one ray of light right now is that the Paesior story might be made into a graphic novel.
Our maintenance superintendent left to go be a plant manager down south. We're hiring. Please apply - if anything just for the interview. PM me for details if you are at all interested
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 06:45:50 PM
The one ray of light right now is that the Paesior story might be made into a graphic novel.
:banana:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 06:45:50 PM
The one ray of light right now is that the Paesior story might be made into a graphic novel.
...
...more Miguels?
Contract for the new job signed.
Now I just have to complete the rest of the paperwork. My current employer is taking my leaving really well - they've only scheduled me a 10 hour shift for New Years Eve in retaliation.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:19:09 PM
At noon, I have to attend a HAZWOPER class that is being given by our safety tech. Bear in mind that safety tech doesn't know what he's talking about, but makes up for it by using big words wrong. He also uses really bad analogies and sometimes likes to veer off into some weird fucking family counseling/advice for no apparent reason (not fucking kidding, and I'm going to wound his inner child if he pulls it today).
I am unsure how this is going to go. I'm in a bad mood already.
Hopefully, the way it will go will transfer some of your bad day to the safety tech.
Quote from: Cain on December 12, 2014, 08:49:40 PM
Contract for the new job signed.
Now I just have to complete the rest of the paperwork. My current employer is taking my leaving really well - they've only scheduled me a 10 hour shift for New Years Eve in retaliation.
Wooohoo!
Perhaps you can find some way to leave your current employer something to remember you by... except untraceable and preferably unnoticed for several months.
The thought did cross my mind...though given the state of disarray the warehouse is in, several months is probably a generous estimate. I'm sure I've seen WWII rations on the back shelves.
Meeting over 2 hours early, everyone is angry except me, and I managed to pin it all on Mike.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 09:16:11 PM
Meeting over 2 hours early, everyone is angry except me, and I managed to pin it all on Mike.
It sounds like it couldn't have gone better!
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 09:16:11 PM
Meeting over 2 hours early, everyone is angry except me, and I managed to pin it all on Mike.
It sounds like it couldn't have gone better!
It was perfect. Apparently, Mike feels that asking people to walk into a cloud of natural gas in an attempt to preserve equipment is a thing. And then dug in his heels. This was during table-top emergency drills, mind you.
This is why he isn't a manager of, yanno,
actual people. Things didn't end well.
In other news, my kids are both skipping the gym right now. Keelin is whimpering some shit about having 3 wisdom teeth pulled out this morning, and Ian (over in North Carolina) is pissing and moaning about a "hernia" he got in a training accident last week.
So, old man still going to the gym while the youngsters find ways to wuss out.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:56:03 PM
I am looking thought his presentation. There are short movies. How does a Hazwoper class have ANYTHING set to Enya?
:crankey:
I FEEL THAT I HAVE BEEN VERY CONSIDERATE FOR A VERY LONG TIME, BUT THIS IS THE END OF THE FUCKING LINE. THIS IS A GODDAMN CHEMICAL FACILITY, NOT A PBS SPECIAL.
I am going to go full retard. THE WHOLE THING.
No one will love you like I do.
I discovered something tonight.
a) I like going to the bar with other science majors (It was George's idea)
b) No matter how embarrassingly drunk I get, I myself am not a liability to get us within an inch of being booted out on account of literally throwing whatever is on the table on the ground. (Not George's idea)
c) Don't drink with Mike at a bar
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 05:27:13 AM
I discovered something tonight.
a) I like going to the bar with other science majors (It was George's idea)
b) No matter how embarrassingly drunk I get, I myself am not a liability to get us within an inch of being booted out on account of literally throwing whatever is on the table on the ground. (Not George's idea)
c) Don't drink with Mike at a bar
That sounds DELIGHTFUL.
Quote from: Metal Bear on December 13, 2014, 04:21:58 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 04:56:03 PM
I am looking thought his presentation. There are short movies. How does a Hazwoper class have ANYTHING set to Enya?
:crankey:
I FEEL THAT I HAVE BEEN VERY CONSIDERATE FOR A VERY LONG TIME, BUT THIS IS THE END OF THE FUCKING LINE. THIS IS A GODDAMN CHEMICAL FACILITY, NOT A PBS SPECIAL.
I am going to go full retard. THE WHOLE THING.
No one will love you like I do.
:lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 11:57:19 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 12, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 09:16:11 PM
Meeting over 2 hours early, everyone is angry except me, and I managed to pin it all on Mike.
It sounds like it couldn't have gone better!
It was perfect. Apparently, Mike feels that asking people to walk into a cloud of natural gas in an attempt to preserve equipment is a thing. And then dug in his heels. This was during table-top emergency drills, mind you.
This is why he isn't a manager of, yanno, actual people. Things didn't end well.
In other news, my kids are both skipping the gym right now. Keelin is whimpering some shit about having 3 wisdom teeth pulled out this morning, and Ian (over in North Carolina) is pissing and moaning about a "hernia" he got in a training accident last week.
So, old man still going to the gym while the youngsters find ways to wuss out.
Such BABIES! ;)
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 06:54:40 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 05:27:13 AM
I discovered something tonight.
a) I like going to the bar with other science majors (It was George's idea)
b) No matter how embarrassingly drunk I get, I myself am not a liability to get us within an inch of being booted out on account of literally throwing whatever is on the table on the ground. (Not George's idea)
c) Don't drink with Mike at a bar
That sounds DELIGHTFUL.
It was interesting to watch. The throwing was kinda chubby at first, but when he continued to do it, it was like, oh.... I see. Hana and James were also taking about how the tightness of his pants revealed that he was a man of sizable dimensions, and Hana is single, adorable, and precisely the kind of person you want to be impressed by your dick. At the end of the night she walked with me to the train station and was like god I hope we don't catch up to him.
Also, I just remembered that he suggested a drink and dash. Not sure how serious he was about that, but that's a dick move
Quote from: Cainad (dec.) on December 12, 2014, 08:19:16 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 12, 2014, 06:45:50 PM
The one ray of light right now is that the Paesior story might be made into a graphic novel.
...
...more Miguels?
There are always more Miguels. Even if they need to be put in a dark place and screamed at for awhile.
I suspect the Paesiors have a rotating stock ready, but closing range enough to verify could lead to trouble
Quote from: Cain on December 12, 2014, 09:10:30 PM
The thought did cross my mind...though given the state of disarray the warehouse is in, several months is probably a generous estimate. I'm sure I've seen WWII rations on the back shelves.
Damn. :lulz: Well maybe you can leave something confusing for their successor to find after we're all long dead.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 12:10:29 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 06:54:40 AM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 05:27:13 AM
I discovered something tonight.
a) I like going to the bar with other science majors (It was George's idea)
b) No matter how embarrassingly drunk I get, I myself am not a liability to get us within an inch of being booted out on account of literally throwing whatever is on the table on the ground. (Not George's idea)
c) Don't drink with Mike at a bar
That sounds DELIGHTFUL.
It was interesting to watch. The throwing was kinda chubby at first, but when he continued to do it, it was like, oh.... I see. Hana and James were also taking about how the tightness of his pants revealed that he was a man of sizable dimensions, and Hana is single, adorable, and precisely the kind of person you want to be impressed by your dick. At the end of the night she walked with me to the train station and was like god I hope we don't catch up to him.
All I took from that is "chubby throwing".
Autocorrect. I meant to say funny, cuz it started with him putting the salt and pepper shakers on their sides.
On a separate note, I have submitted my transfer application to UMass
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 02:53:27 PM
Autocorrect. I meant to say funny, cuz it started with him putting the salt and pepper shakers on their sides.
On a separate note, I have submitted my transfer application to UMass
Yayyyyy!
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 02:58:27 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 02:53:27 PM
Autocorrect. I meant to say funny, cuz it started with him putting the salt and pepper shakers on their sides.
On a separate note, I have submitted my transfer application to UMass
Yayyyyy!
The best part is that today was a transfer fair, so the sixty dollar fee, essay, and reference letter were waived. It meant getting out of bed before I wanted, but who wants to do all that extra shit if you don't have to.
Paperwork for the new job is blah. Do I really need three different forms of ID? Really? No, but since it's all "British jerbs fuh British werkers" and that shite, I have to jump through half a dozen hoops to prove I'm not a Dirty Scrounging Immigrant Stealing Jobs From Hardworking British Families". Like, say, the Queen or something.
I'm disappointed that chubby throwing isn't a thing.
Quote from: Cain on December 13, 2014, 03:29:29 PM
Paperwork for the new job is blah. Do I really need three different forms of ID? Really? No, but since it's all "British jerbs fuh British werkers" and that shite, I have to jump through half a dozen hoops to prove I'm not a Dirty Scrounging Immigrant Stealing Jobs From Hardworking British Families". Like, say, the Queen or something.
The fuck, really? And I thought it was bad in Amerka.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 03:06:54 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 02:58:27 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 02:53:27 PM
Autocorrect. I meant to say funny, cuz it started with him putting the salt and pepper shakers on their sides.
On a separate note, I have submitted my transfer application to UMass
Yayyyyy!
The best part is that today was a transfer fair, so the sixty dollar fee, essay, and reference letter were waived. It meant getting out of bed before I wanted, but who wants to do all that extra shit if you don't have to.
Awesome, when do you start? Spring term?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 03:53:20 PM
Quote from: Cain on December 13, 2014, 03:29:29 PM
Paperwork for the new job is blah. Do I really need three different forms of ID? Really? No, but since it's all "British jerbs fuh British werkers" and that shite, I have to jump through half a dozen hoops to prove I'm not a Dirty Scrounging Immigrant Stealing Jobs From Hardworking British Families". Like, say, the Queen or something.
The fuck, really? And I thought it was bad in Amerka.
Yup. Before 2011, I never once showed anything more than a recent bank statement when getting a job.
Now it's passport, driving licence, recent bank statement/utility bill/birth certificate/drop of DNA with "made in Britain" running through the middle...something like that. Because otherwise, a Polish person might sneak in and get my job.
Quote from: Cain on December 13, 2014, 03:58:56 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 03:53:20 PM
Quote from: Cain on December 13, 2014, 03:29:29 PM
Paperwork for the new job is blah. Do I really need three different forms of ID? Really? No, but since it's all "British jerbs fuh British werkers" and that shite, I have to jump through half a dozen hoops to prove I'm not a Dirty Scrounging Immigrant Stealing Jobs From Hardworking British Families". Like, say, the Queen or something.
The fuck, really? And I thought it was bad in Amerka.
Yup. Before 2011, I never once showed anything more than a recent bank statement when getting a job.
Now it's passport, driving licence, recent bank statement/utility bill/birth certificate/drop of DNA with "made in Britain" running through the middle...something like that. Because otherwise, a Polish person might sneak in and get my job.
Whoa, that's some crazy shit, especially coming from the fucking BRITISH EMPIRE. :lol:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 03:53:59 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 03:06:54 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 02:58:27 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 02:53:27 PM
Autocorrect. I meant to say funny, cuz it started with him putting the salt and pepper shakers on their sides.
On a separate note, I have submitted my transfer application to UMass
Yayyyyy!
The best part is that today was a transfer fair, so the sixty dollar fee, essay, and reference letter were waived. It meant getting out of bed before I wanted, but who wants to do all that extra shit if you don't have to.
Awesome, when do you start? Spring term?
Fall semester, which it's good because that gives me time to figure out what do about scholarships and such. I'm ready to leave bunker hill. Not that I hate the place, but I'm just ready to leave it.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 04:31:11 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 03:53:59 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 03:06:54 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 13, 2014, 02:58:27 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 13, 2014, 02:53:27 PM
Autocorrect. I meant to say funny, cuz it started with him putting the salt and pepper shakers on their sides.
On a separate note, I have submitted my transfer application to UMass
Yayyyyy!
The best part is that today was a transfer fair, so the sixty dollar fee, essay, and reference letter were waived. It meant getting out of bed before I wanted, but who wants to do all that extra shit if you don't have to.
Awesome, when do you start? Spring term?
Fall semester, which it's good because that gives me time to figure out what do about scholarships and such. I'm ready to leave bunker hill. Not that I hate the place, but I'm just ready to leave it.
Awesome!
I got a job. I'm a line cook.
Quote from: Hoopla on December 13, 2014, 05:13:27 PM
I got a job. I'm a line cook.
I am imagining the Very Sarcastic Line Cook right now, and it is good.
Cook all the lines, Hoopla. It is your destiny.
Seriously though, be sure to memorize how to deal with burns. Most useful advice I can give to anyone working in a kitchen, right there.
Jesus. 2016 marks ten years since I started experimenting with electronic music/noise/ambient. I think this calls for double vinyl gatefold and book. In five copies. and free best-of/rarities (with me, it's the same thing) albums online.
Two of my old band pages are still active (WITH MUSIC!) on myspace. Jeez.
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on December 13, 2014, 10:15:04 PM
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Not gonna lie, Hawaiian Aquaman sounds pretty cool.
Quote from: President Television on December 14, 2014, 03:14:29 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on December 13, 2014, 10:15:04 PM
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Not gonna lie, Hawaiian Aquaman sounds pretty cool.
He's not there to save White folks. Just saying.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 03:31:31 PM
Quote from: President Television on December 14, 2014, 03:14:29 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on December 13, 2014, 10:15:04 PM
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Not gonna lie, Hawaiian Aquaman sounds pretty cool.
He's not there to save White folks. Just saying.
:lulz: I don't know why this made me laugh so hard.
I am picturing Hawaiian Aquaman saying "Fuck off, haole".
Quote from: Cain on December 13, 2014, 06:45:54 PM
Cook all the lines, Hoopla. It is your destiny.
Seriously though, be sure to memorize how to deal with burns. Most useful advice I can give to anyone working in a kitchen, right there.
Yeah second day and that's already very good advice. My knuckles are blinking like stop lights.
Quote from: Hoopla on December 14, 2014, 06:14:08 PM
Quote from: Cain on December 13, 2014, 06:45:54 PM
Cook all the lines, Hoopla. It is your destiny.
Seriously though, be sure to memorize how to deal with burns. Most useful advice I can give to anyone working in a kitchen, right there.
Yeah second day and that's already very good advice. My knuckles are blinking like stop lights.
People always think it will be the knives that get them. Constant low grade burns featured highly in my first few months in a kitchen. and I wasn't alone in that experience.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 14, 2014, 03:45:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 03:31:31 PM
Quote from: President Television on December 14, 2014, 03:14:29 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on December 13, 2014, 10:15:04 PM
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Not gonna lie, Hawaiian Aquaman sounds pretty cool.
He's not there to save White folks. Just saying.
:lulz: I don't know why this made me laugh so hard.
I am picturing Hawaiian Aquaman saying "Fuck off, haole".
Remember when I tried to use the Hawaiian Gods to help keep the breakdown spirits away?
Bad move.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 09:07:13 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 14, 2014, 03:45:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 03:31:31 PM
Quote from: President Television on December 14, 2014, 03:14:29 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on December 13, 2014, 10:15:04 PM
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Not gonna lie, Hawaiian Aquaman sounds pretty cool.
He's not there to save White folks. Just saying.
:lulz: I don't know why this made me laugh so hard.
I am picturing Hawaiian Aquaman saying "Fuck off, haole".
Remember when I tried to use the Hawaiian Gods to help keep the breakdown spirits away?
Bad move.
Those guys are kind of assholes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 14, 2014, 11:14:45 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 09:07:13 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 14, 2014, 03:45:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 03:31:31 PM
Quote from: President Television on December 14, 2014, 03:14:29 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on December 13, 2014, 10:15:04 PM
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Not gonna lie, Hawaiian Aquaman sounds pretty cool.
He's not there to save White folks. Just saying.
:lulz: I don't know why this made me laugh so hard.
I am picturing Hawaiian Aquaman saying "Fuck off, haole".
Remember when I tried to use the Hawaiian Gods to help keep the breakdown spirits away?
Bad move.
Those guys are kind of assholes.
I'm sticking with Papa Legba. He likes everyone.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 11:31:14 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 14, 2014, 11:14:45 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 09:07:13 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 14, 2014, 03:45:15 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 14, 2014, 03:31:31 PM
Quote from: President Television on December 14, 2014, 03:14:29 PM
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on December 13, 2014, 10:15:04 PM
Supposed to be writing lesson plans writing now. Instead i am reading articles about white privilege/MRA culture and why there should be a hawaiian Aquaman.
Not gonna lie, Hawaiian Aquaman sounds pretty cool.
He's not there to save White folks. Just saying.
:lulz: I don't know why this made me laugh so hard.
I am picturing Hawaiian Aquaman saying "Fuck off, haole".
Remember when I tried to use the Hawaiian Gods to help keep the breakdown spirits away?
Bad move.
Those guys are kind of assholes.
I'm sticking with Papa Legba. He likes everyone.
:lol:
He rides a motorcycle, you know.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tR_-PAWM9es
I'm a fan of Baron Samedi; that guy knows how to party.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 12:19:10 AM
I'm a fan of Baron Samedi; that guy knows how to party.
I have perhaps confused the two.
I hear they are pretty chill about that sort of thing, though.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 15, 2014, 12:20:54 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 12:19:10 AM
I'm a fan of Baron Samedi; that guy knows how to party.
I have perhaps confused the two.
I hear they are pretty chill about that sort of thing, though.
Yeah, they aren't too uptight. Baron is the lascivious one, and Papa Legba is the well-spoken tricksy fellow at the crossroads.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 12:43:08 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 15, 2014, 12:20:54 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 12:19:10 AM
I'm a fan of Baron Samedi; that guy knows how to party.
I have perhaps confused the two.
I hear they are pretty chill about that sort of thing, though.
Yeah, they aren't too uptight. Baron is the lascivious one, and Papa Legba is the well-spoken tricksy fellow at the crossroads.
It was Baron. I looked it up.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 15, 2014, 12:45:42 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 12:43:08 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 15, 2014, 12:20:54 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 12:19:10 AM
I'm a fan of Baron Samedi; that guy knows how to party.
I have perhaps confused the two.
I hear they are pretty chill about that sort of thing, though.
Yeah, they aren't too uptight. Baron is the lascivious one, and Papa Legba is the well-spoken tricksy fellow at the crossroads.
It was Baron. I looked it up.
He's the hottie. :lulz:
Unrelated to anything other than that I'm looking for trouble tomorrow, but I stumbled across this video. This is where I am from, and these are my people.
http://vimeo.com/27736388
Also, random thought; do you think Mr. Language is so fixated on me because he misses being alive?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 01:05:36 AM
Also, random thought; do you think Mr. Language is so fixated on me because he misses being alive?
He might miss a lot of things, but I don't think he misses being alive.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 15, 2014, 01:32:20 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 15, 2014, 01:05:36 AM
Also, random thought; do you think Mr. Language is so fixated on me because he misses being alive?
He might miss a lot of things, but I don't think he misses being alive.
Brrrrr.
Transcripts have been submitted to UMass, and well before my Physics final, which is in 4h45m
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 15, 2014, 05:05:22 PM
Transcripts have been submitted to UMass, and well before my Physics final, which is in 4h45m
Woot!
I always think it's kind of ironic that late December, when I'm supposed to buy gifts for the children, is always the month where I somehow end up just financially FUCKED for three weeks. Overdrawn, food stamps are suspended, bills are overdue, the whole nine fucking yards. It'll all be fixed in January, but still. Fuck.
I just lost another FB alt account.
Philip Mapance has been outed as a fake name. Fucking bastards.
No! Not Philip Manpance, of the Dartmouth Manpances...
Post of mine from another forum, no context will ever be provided:
QuoteYeah, but that's easy. Chopin was born in the city of Bulgaria in 1805, the illegitimate love-child of Eva Peron and Otto von Bismarck. At that time, Bulgaria was part of the Hanseatic League and thus at war with Argentina, meaning Chopin's early life was filled with much poverty and need. Only once he emigrated to Lichtenstein (which most people mistake for a country, but is in fact a variety of cheese popular along the Adriatic coastline) did he find commercial success with his breakthrough single - "Smack my B*tch up".
Quote from: Cain on December 18, 2014, 09:34:03 AM
Post of mine from another forum, no context will ever be provided:
QuoteYeah, but that's easy. Chopin was born in the city of Bulgaria in 1805, the illegitimate love-child of Eva Peron and Otto von Bismarck. At that time, Bulgaria was part of the Hanseatic League and thus at war with Argentina, meaning Chopin's early life was filled with much poverty and need. Only once he emigrated to Lichtenstein (which most people mistake for a country, but is in fact a variety of cheese popular along the Adriatic coastline) did he find commercial success with his breakthrough single - "Smack my B*tch up".
:lulz:
I feel like context would only ruin it.
Some things are funnier when out of context. I don't want to know what happened, because I am haunted by the idea that it isn't as funny as it looks.
Working on the last Portland thing now. Might be another hour, probably less.
I have just returned from the dentist and my lower lip and chin are numb.
But at least that broken molar has been fixed. With silver this time. Those lovely composite fillings may look pretty but they just don't last, at least not if you like to chew on anything hard.
Like the bones of your enemies.
Speaking of which, this now means you can chew vampires, werewolves and other unnatural, unliving abominations to death.
Assuming they didn't cheap out on the silver, that is.
Quote from: Cain on December 18, 2014, 06:49:10 PM
Speaking of which, this now means you can chew vampires, werewolves and other unnatural, unliving abominations to death.
Assuming they didn't cheap out on the silver, that is.
LOOK OUT VAMPIRE, NOT IF I BITE YOU FIRST!
I need to start a Tumblr account to make use of this.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 18, 2014, 06:55:39 PM
Quote from: Cain on December 18, 2014, 06:49:10 PM
Speaking of which, this now means you can chew vampires, werewolves and other unnatural, unliving abominations to death.
Assuming they didn't cheap out on the silver, that is.
LOOK OUT VAMPIRE, NOT IF I BITE YOU FIRST!
I need to start a Tumblr account to make use of this.
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vY8I5HvOvk8/TBpm51RW6nI/AAAAAAAANDA/9rJeVDxmCps/s400/%2520JUGGALO%2520HANGOUT-thumb-600x413-24022.jpg)
I've just realised now I'm moving back to London, I can far more effectively troll OKCupid and Craigslist, because I'll always have the potential to meet people in real time and do the same.
I am prepared for epic and terrible dating adventures.
Quote from: Cain on December 19, 2014, 07:22:36 AM
I've just realised now I'm moving back to London, I can far more effectively troll OKCupid and Craigslist, because I'll always have the potential to meet people in real time and do the same.
I am prepared for epic and terrible dating adventures.
:bsex:
Quote from: Cain on December 19, 2014, 07:22:36 AM
I've just realised now I'm moving back to London, I can far more effectively troll OKCupid and Craigslist, because I'll always have the potential to meet people in real time and do the same.
I am prepared for epic and terrible dating adventures.
Thread requested.
Got this in my email:
QuoteThe Holding Others Accountable Public Workshop™
Phoenix Public Workshop - Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
:lulz:
Oh, dear.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 19, 2014, 02:48:55 PM
Oh, dear.
I like this idea of holding others accountable. I'm sure as fuck not gonna hold MYSELF accountable.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 19, 2014, 02:32:47 PM
Got this in my email:
QuoteThe Holding Others Accountable Public Workshop™
Phoenix Public Workshop - Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
:lulz:
Please tell me you are attending. Claim it as some kind of work jaunt.
Quote from: Junkenstein on December 19, 2014, 04:32:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 19, 2014, 02:32:47 PM
Got this in my email:
QuoteThe Holding Others Accountable Public Workshop™
Phoenix Public Workshop - Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
:lulz:
Please tell me you are attending. Claim it as some kind of work jaunt.
I'd love to, but I have work in LA that week. :lulz:
Driver just greeted me with "Oh My God, good. You speak English."
:argh!:
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 19, 2014, 04:52:09 PM
Driver just greeted me with "Oh My God, good. You speak English."
:argh!:
"Hello? Yeah I need a new driver. No, the car is fine. The driver just seems to be hanging from a telephone pole by his own entrails. I know. Funny way to spend a lunch break."
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on December 19, 2014, 04:59:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 19, 2014, 04:52:09 PM
Driver just greeted me with "Oh My God, good. You speak English."
:argh!:
"Hello? Yeah I need a new driver. No, the car is fine. The driver just seems to be hanging from a telephone pole by his own entrails. I know. Funny way to spend a lunch break."
:lulz:
Quote from: Cain on December 19, 2014, 07:22:36 AM
I've just realised now I'm moving back to London, I can far more effectively troll OKCupid and Craigslist, because I'll always have the potential to meet people in real time and do the same.
I am prepared for epic and terrible dating adventures.
Ohhhh my god.
I can't even imagine dating in London. It... just no.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 19, 2014, 04:52:09 PM
Driver just greeted me with "Oh My God, good. You speak English."
:argh!:
In Portland?
That kind of raises the question of how the HELL did you get a taxicab in Portland?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 19, 2014, 05:21:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 19, 2014, 04:52:09 PM
Driver just greeted me with "Oh My God, good. You speak English."
:argh!:
In Portland?
That kind of raises the question of how the HELL did you get a taxicab in Portland?
Hah. No. At work. Truck driver. At most, 25% of the people I deal with are native English speakers. Kind of wondering why anyone with that kind of attitude would choose to be in this profession. Hell, I wonder why anyone who ONLY speaks one language would be in this profession. Most of our in-house drivers are Ukranian. A couple of them I communicate with in Spanish because it's easier for both of us.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 19, 2014, 06:04:45 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 19, 2014, 05:21:59 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 19, 2014, 04:52:09 PM
Driver just greeted me with "Oh My God, good. You speak English."
:argh!:
In Portland?
That kind of raises the question of how the HELL did you get a taxicab in Portland?
Hah. No. At work. Truck driver. At most, 25% of the people I deal with are native English speakers. Kind of wondering why anyone with that kind of attitude would choose to be in this profession. Hell, I wonder why anyone who ONLY speaks one language would be in this profession. Most of our in-house drivers are Ukranian. A couple of them I communicate with in Spanish because it's easier for both of us.
Ohhhh that makes way more sense.
So today:
Tried to buy candy canes at Safeway (one of the major grocery store chains in Portland). They didn't have any. Not sold out... just didn't have any. They DID have a Halloween candy display and Halloween costumes labeled "great stocking stuffers!" though.
Currently there is some guy on Facebook trying to engage me in a theological debate. I can tell he thinks he's brilliant. The conversation so far:
QuoteG: You have never shared your perspective on things with me? Why?
N: What perspective, on what things?
14 hours ago
in general, you know like life and stuff.
N: That's a good question. I mostly think about art and human behavior. Some people find that very boring.
G: I like art too. Social engineering too. What social engineering does is reenforce genetic engineering.
N: Hmmm I kinda think that social engineering, for the most part, is an illusion.
G: what do you mean?
N: I mean, I definitely think that with the right leverage points it's possible to shift social behaviors, but I am skeptical of the impact on genetics, which are more complicated than most people know. What do you mean by genetic engineering? My two primary areas of interest are decision-making and epigenetics.
G: I look at it like this Creator vs Creation. So there's a natural concept and a factory concept. Creation is basically a process of genetic engineering in a very slow moderate way with evolution being punctuated by cataclysmic events, which bring about major changes. At one stage of the game Creation had made it clear that it was not acting as a dictator or master, but simply as a facilitator allowing human beings to evolve in a manner which we would call "free", which is linked to the word "tree". The first plant with ongoing memory.
The people responded at one stage of the game by demanding they be given out right control. That was probably done in the context of giving birth where it became clear that having children was beneficial and helpful to the existing population but the complaint was always that it came with a lot of pain. Especially during the birthing process. By asking for direct control, what occurred was a process of giving birth was orchestrated by religious people.
That would mean that families were given pre-packaged babies. Those babies were made in a factory called a monastery or convent. Deep within the convent because it was kept secret. Then handed over under the name "foundlings" to the families who were interested in growing their numbers and being assisted financially by the religious people. That way the religious people could genetically engineer babies who were very task specific in their life either to fit into the ranks of "the masters" or the ranks of "the slaves", was the majority of the activity that was done.
While other individuals were cast in the imagery of boogie men, such as mass murderers and serial rapists who could be used by the Media to scare the population by remaining within the ranks they were made to occupy.
Yeahh I know it's a lot of words
N: Sorry, just got home. We do the Solstice thing so it's busy this time of year. I don't believe in a Creator. And I'm a biologist. So mostly that read like a lot of theology, and I'm just not qualified to address it in any meaningful way.
G: What do you think I mean when I say Creator?
N: Something with a will. The whole dichotomy sets up competing wills. Creator/Creation.
G: The word Creator suggests a person.
N: Well, a will, sure
G: Creation is a process, not a person.
N: Sure. You said "creator" and "creation", and set up a tension between the two. That's not my model, I can't speak to it.
G: yeah, creator hijacked creation and called itself(themselves) God
N: k. I don't get it, but it's your thing so that's cool.
G: Its very difficult for people to get because people aren't taught this. Its a different way of looking at things. It took me a years to comprehend it fully. and i'm still learning. Have you ever read the story etidorpha?
N: Nope. So you seem to be saying that beings evolved and became self-aware, inventing themselves as God. Or something like that. Not exactly a novel concept
Oh FFS, this nutjob:
QuoteOver the period of approximately 130,000B.C.to 80,000 B.C., (about 50,000 years)humans lived as they were made. Unfortunately, for most of them, what ended up becoming males were in one place, and those that ended up being female, were in a different place separated by the Mediterranean sea and the mountains of Europe. It wasn't until about 80,000 B.C., where they came together. When they came together and had sexual relations, they began to understand the process through which genetic engineering "could evolve". What evolved is EVILUTION, which basically means the taking away of the intended process of Creation and transferring it to a group of people who claimed the rights of Creation and called itself God, which is linked to the word Dog backwards(dogs and bitches).
They worked out the process between 80,000 B.C. and 60,000 B.C. by which they could make babies and understand what was happening and what role the male played and what role the female played. The babies born that were male went with the Neanderthalers and the babies born that were female went with the women who were later called Amazons from North Africa. Until they fought they were learning, but as they learned and developed archives, one group and then the other felt that they were the principal partner in the deal and they didn't need the other ones assistance if they in fact decided to genetically engineer their own.
So, the males basically, sacrificed females to steal their eggs while the females gathered sperm from the males and put it in some kind of lab. Each one had some of each of the other and went back to doing their own thing for a period of a couple thousand years. At one stage of the game, the male side of things(neanderthalers) lost a large number of people in a landslide of snow called an avalanche.
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
Fantastic. Where did you find that guy?
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Fantastic. Where did you find that guy?
Pretty sure he came out of Facebook TDS.
I kind of loved how he escalated from "you've never told me about your worldview" to "YOU JUST DON'T WANT TO UNDERSTAND". He never wanted a dialogue, he was just proselytizing.
Fuck, for some reason Facebook won't let me see the rest of the conversation. But this is how it ended:
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G: already crossed
N: Because I'm not into decoding anyone's half-assed attempts at allegory. I'm not a fiction editor, and I don't care about your ideas unless they are eloquent and compelling. I have a family to raise and other shit to do. Don't waste my time. Sorry if that hurts your feels
G: I don't think you would even know what you were looking at.
N: You tell yourself whatever you need to
G: I don't mean that to hurt your feelings
N: Your shit just ain't clever, sorry.
G: I'm not trying to be clever
N: Yeah, you're trying to be deep. I give you two fingers of depth. It's just... not. It's some kiddie shit. You can't even explain it because you've got your head so far up your ass of convinced it's deep. You're like those guys who call themselves philosophers.
G: You tell yourself whatever you need to.
N: "Oh, you just wouldn't understand". You can't even come up with your own one-liners, you're that unoriginal.
G: Your mind is already made up
N: Wow. Boring.
G: You really don't want to know
So for 50,000 years men and women existed in different parts of the world? And even after they got together, it took them 20,000 years to figure out how to make babies.
Sounds legit. The Bible has some really long living people in it, ya know.
I just tried to fight a dragon in Inquisition.
I officially suck. I even changed the difficulty down to normal, and still got rekt. :cry: I was promised 28 second high dragon kills. Admittedly, I'm not a level 24 assassin dual wielding masterwork fade-touched obsidian daggers with master runes of dragon slaying, but not the point. I totally dominated dragons in previous games.
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I've just realised now I'm moving back to London, I can far more effectively troll OKCupid and Craigslist, because I'll always have the potential to meet people in real time and do the same.
I am prepared for epic and terrible dating adventures.
Ohhhh my god.
I can't even imagine dating in London. It... just no.
Whats special about dating in London? Like, ive noticed in bigger cities its a heartless and cutthroat style, but idk if you mean that.
Quote from: Cain on December 20, 2014, 06:52:51 AM
So for 50,000 years men and women existed in different parts of the world? And even after they got together, it took them 20,000 years to figure out how to make babies.
Sounds legit. The Bible has some really long living people in it, ya know.
Yeah, it was seriously some deep dumbassery. I blocked him just to shut him the fuck up, because apparently "that's not my thing" and "I can't speak to that" weren't enough of a clue.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 20, 2014, 01:09:52 AM
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 20, 2014, 01:09:52 AM
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
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Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
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Quote from: Cain on December 19, 2014, 07:22:36 AM
I've just realised now I'm moving back to London, I can far more effectively troll OKCupid and Craigslist, because I'll always have the potential to meet people in real time and do the same.
I am prepared for epic and terrible dating adventures.
Ohhhh my god.
I can't even imagine dating in London. It... just no.
Whats special about dating in London? Like, ive noticed in bigger cities its a heartless and cutthroat style, but idk if you mean that.
I've never actually been to London, but from everything I've heard of it from Cain and others, I expect OKCupid dating in London make Portland dating look like a preschooler's birthday party in June.
I've been to London. Portland is definitely safer.
I only saw one person in Portland that I'd consider a hardcase, and that was NLDM. And he's a NICE hardcase.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 20, 2014, 01:09:52 AM
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
This one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHeveueWyBk
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 21, 2014, 03:48:04 AM
I've been to London. Portland is definitely safer.
I only saw one person in Portland that I'd consider a hardcase, and that was NLDM. And he's a NICE hardcase.
:lulz: He's a peach! You might not have picked up on it, but my housemate, that lovable scamp, has been a bit of a scrapper. Strip club bouncer, etc.
Speaking of which, unfortunately he's getting a bit puppy-eyed at me. Damn it. I'm hoping he meets a nice girl his own age and forgets all about it.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 20, 2014, 01:09:52 AM
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
This one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHeveueWyBk
WHAT THE FUCK AM I WATCHING?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 21, 2014, 03:58:06 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 21, 2014, 03:48:04 AM
I've been to London. Portland is definitely safer.
I only saw one person in Portland that I'd consider a hardcase, and that was NLDM. And he's a NICE hardcase.
:lulz: He's a peach! You might not have picked up on it, but my housemate, that lovable scamp, has been a bit of a scrapper. Strip club bouncer, etc.
Speaking of which, unfortunately he's getting a bit puppy-eyed at me. Damn it. I'm hoping he meets a nice girl his own age and forgets all about it.
1. He looks tough enough, but that doesn't by itself make you a hardcase.
2. Too late now. Just another celluloid remnant of a man. Nothing but a shadow on the wall, cast by something that isn't there.
What happened to that girl from the bar? I thought they were a thing?
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Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
This one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHeveueWyBk
WHAT THE FUCK AM I WATCHING?
:lulz: EXACTLY.
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 21, 2014, 03:48:04 AM
I've been to London. Portland is definitely safer.
I only saw one person in Portland that I'd consider a hardcase, and that was NLDM. And he's a NICE hardcase.
:lulz: He's a peach! You might not have picked up on it, but my housemate, that lovable scamp, has been a bit of a scrapper. Strip club bouncer, etc.
Speaking of which, unfortunately he's getting a bit puppy-eyed at me. Damn it. I'm hoping he meets a nice girl his own age and forgets all about it.
1. He looks tough enough, but that doesn't by itself make you a hardcase.
He's actually not at all the type to start a fight, and would just as soon just go limp and let himself get beat up as hit back. But he's got a look that seems to make people violent.
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2. Too late now. Just another celluloid remnant of a man. Nothing but a shadow on the wall, cast by something that isn't there.
What happened to that girl from the bar? I thought they were a thing?
She was crazy, ie. the wrong kind of crazy, ie. super into him.
Sigh. My vagina is an ill wind that blows no good.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 21, 2014, 04:32:53 AM
She was crazy, ie. the wrong kind of crazy, ie. super into him.
That ain't always bad. Jenn and I are like matching "Over-Attached GF". But yeah, that's an exception, especially for me.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 21, 2014, 04:32:53 AMSigh. My vagina is an ill wind that blows no good.
:lulz:
That line is too good to waste.
also:
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 21, 2014, 04:39:35 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 21, 2014, 04:32:53 AM
She was crazy, ie. the wrong kind of crazy, ie. super into him.
That ain't always bad. Jenn and I are like matching "Over-Attached GF". But yeah, that's an exception, especially for me.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 21, 2014, 04:32:53 AMSigh. My vagina is an ill wind that blows no good.
:lulz:
That line is too good to waste.
also:
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:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
I don't even remember how to have anything more than a lingering fondness. I'm still hung up on a ghost, but circling in a bad-idea holding pattern.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 21, 2014, 04:40:40 AM
I don't even remember how to have anything more than a lingering fondness. I'm still hung up on a ghost, but circling in a bad-idea holding pattern.
I have never understood what you see in that guy. I mean, there's no accounting for that sort of thing, but it seems to me that he's exactly the kind of guy that would make you homicidal.
And as far as the capacity thing, it's probably because at our age, you're at the wrong end of the dating curve, and what's on the market is more likely to want to finger your earhole
1 than drive you mad with passion.
1 I never doubted your word about that incident, but part of me couldn't believe it. Then I visited Portland, and I am ashamed to say that I had NO idea.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 21, 2014, 04:40:40 AM
I don't even remember how to have anything more than a lingering fondness. I'm still hung up on a ghost, but circling in a bad-idea holding pattern.
I have never understood what you see in that guy. I mean, there's no accounting for that sort of thing, but it seems to me that he's exactly the kind of guy that would make you homicidal.
And as far as the capacity thing, it's probably because at our age, you're at the wrong end of the dating curve, and what's on the market is more likely to want to finger your earhole1 than drive you mad with passion.
1 I never doubted your word about that incident, but part of me couldn't believe it. Then I visited Portland, and I am ashamed to say that I had NO idea.
:lulz: It's all horribly, bizarrely true. As is the clown (*actual clown) I was really into, who was into wearing women's underwear. I was down with that. Then one night, he came to one of my parties. Walked out without saying a word and never returned my phone calls. I still don't know why.
As for Mr. Language, Even I don't know what I saw in him. I have no idea why I'm still hung up on him. He's not even ALIVE. Haven't seen him in years. He was never hot. I seriously don't fucking know. I have enough 30-somethings after me, I sometimes think I should just go with it, but I just can't bring myself to date that young. The irritating grad student with model looks keeps trying to flirt, but unfortunately I HATE HIM.
I was doing a really good job of pretending that guy never existed. :argh!:
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Quote from: Cain on December 19, 2014, 07:22:36 AM
I've just realised now I'm moving back to London, I can far more effectively troll OKCupid and Craigslist, because I'll always have the potential to meet people in real time and do the same.
I am prepared for epic and terrible dating adventures.
Ohhhh my god.
I can't even imagine dating in London. It... just no.
Whats special about dating in London? Like, ive noticed in bigger cities its a heartless and cutthroat style, but idk if you mean that.
Well, Londoners can be like New Yorkers in that respect. Everyone has somewhere they need to be, and either you're actively helping them, or you're in the way, and need to get out. In a literal and romantic sense, that is.
But London also has 25% of the UK's population, and probably 90% of its wealth (pulling figures out of my arse here). It's cosmopolitan, but curiously parochial. It's image obsessed and subculture obsessed. It is a melting pot insofar as it manages to combine the worst aspects of every culture the city chooses to "celebrate". It is, in short, a shiny, self-obsessed shithole with expensive drinks and food, which attracts people who find those qualities to be positives.
I've never felt threatened in London - although I've (mostly) avoided the rougher areas. If you look like you know where you're going and what you're doing, people do tend to just get the hell out of your way. I don't really tend to go there on a whim any more, though. When you don't live there, London is definitely a place you approach with a plan of action.
Any time I think about London these days, though, I think about how Nick Cave summed it up.
Quote from: Nick CaveI started thinking about London,
And how nothing good ever came from this town,
And if the Thames weren't so filthy,
I'd jump in the river and drown.
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Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
This one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHeveueWyBk
THIS IS GLORIOUS!
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Driver just greeted me with "Oh My God, good. You speak English."
:argh!:
In Portland?
That kind of raises the question of how the HELL did you get a taxicab in Portland?
Hah. No. At work. Truck driver. At most, 25% of the people I deal with are native English speakers. Kind of wondering why anyone with that kind of attitude would choose to be in this profession. Hell, I wonder why anyone who ONLY speaks one language would be in this profession. Most of our in-house drivers are Ukranian. A couple of them I communicate with in Spanish because it's easier for both of us.
I would never have expected that.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on December 21, 2014, 07:22:09 AM
I've never felt threatened in London - although I've (mostly) avoided the rougher areas. If you look like you know where you're going and what you're doing, people do tend to just get the hell out of your way. I don't really tend to go there on a whim any more, though. When you don't live there, London is definitely a place you approach with a plan of action.
Any time I think about London these days, though, I think about how Nick Cave summed it up.
Quote from: Nick CaveI started thinking about London,
And how nothing good ever came from this town,
And if the Thames weren't so filthy,
I'd jump in the river and drown.
Eh, I have unusually bad luck with random jaunts to London. Really, it's like a bad fucking dream.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on December 21, 2014, 07:22:09 AM
I've never felt threatened in London - although I've (mostly) avoided the rougher areas. If you look like you know where you're going and what you're doing, people do tend to just get the hell out of your way. I don't really tend to go there on a whim any more, though. When you don't live there, London is definitely a place you approach with a plan of action.
Any time I think about London these days, though, I think about how Nick Cave summed it up.
Quote from: Nick CaveI started thinking about London,
And how nothing good ever came from this town,
And if the Thames weren't so filthy,
I'd jump in the river and drown.
I've rarely ever felt threatened either in London, even in the so-called "rougher" areas.
That said, the city itself feels menacing and wrong on some deep level. Like someone nuked the site 20,000 years ago and even though all the readings say it's safe...you can't help but feel the possibility of unseen death in the air.
Oh, and accepting coffee from Russians is a bad idea, of course.
I was being a super turd yesterday afternoon and dragging my feet about going to see my friends' band play.
Five hours later I'm in a dive bar in Newport at a table surrounded by roller derby girls, listening to rock and roll and drinking Narragansett.
It's nice to be reminded just how fucking wrong the lazy, whiny asshole inside me really is.
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Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
This one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHeveueWyBk
THIS IS GLORIOUS!
It's pretty much the reason Youtube was invented, I think.
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Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
This one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHeveueWyBk
THIS IS GLORIOUS!
It's pretty much the reason Youtube was invented, I think.
dude is quite correct tho, capri sun do not have enough juice in em
Working in a kitchen is quite the workout!
Also, steel wool is now my mortal enemy.
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Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
I thought I ran into some bozos on the born-again pages. :lulz:
I sent him a video and told him that if he really wants to understand my worldview, he needs to watch it.
Mosselman?
This one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHeveueWyBk
THIS IS GLORIOUS!
It's pretty much the reason Youtube was invented, I think.
dude is quite correct tho, capri sun do not have enough juice in em
They have just enough to make you enraged and slightly thirstier.
Ahhh my least favorite holiday is almost over. At least the whole present thing is over, yay!
The shittiest thing about Yule this year is that one of my best friends cannot come to dinner because her MS had a flare-up and she fell and the fall fucked her back, and they don't know what's wrong with it exactly because she cannot lay flat for long enough to have an MRI.
Emote?
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Emote?
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Holy shit, I could use that in so many places. I don't even care if we need it here, I want it.
I'm a little bit cranky today because self-indulgent misery-wallowing teenager drama woke me up after two and a half hours of sleep and I have a mild (and it's fucking miraculous that it's mild, only because nobody brought whiskey to Yule dinner) hangover coming on.
So I'm kind of hoping Holist sticks around a bit and maybe gets lippy, because I would LOVE to have someone to take it out on.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 20, 2014, 01:09:52 AM
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
:lulz: THAT guy! Love it.
He started a TDS thread about hip-hop. Started out with a picture of Macklemore and :horrormirth: Iggy Azalea :horrormirth:. Then he kept going off on something about hip-hop being started by the Masons, and Jay-Z and the Illuminati or some shit. I just kept linking videos to my favorite female MCs. It seemed the right thing to do.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 22, 2014, 01:44:22 PM
I'm a little bit cranky today because self-indulgent misery-wallowing teenager drama woke me up after two and a half hours of sleep and I have a mild (and it's fucking miraculous that it's mild, only because nobody brought whiskey to Yule dinner) hangover coming on.
So I'm kind of hoping Holist sticks around a bit and maybe gets lippy, because I would LOVE to have someone to take it out on.
I had between 2-3 hours of sleep, on account of monkey business caused by a very loud biological clock.
I'm not complaining. But I do intend to sleep through most of the workday.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 22, 2014, 02:33:55 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 20, 2014, 01:09:52 AM
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
:lulz: THAT guy! Love it.
He started a TDS thread about hip-hop. Started out with a picture of Macklemore and :horrormirth: Iggy Azalea :horrormirth:. Then he kept going off on something about hip-hop being started by the Masons, and Jay-Z and the Illuminati or some shit. I just kept linking videos to my favorite female MCs. It seemed the right thing to do.
He seems to be flat-out actually mentally ill, in a bad way. Maybe too much meth, it's hard to tell but he does have the megalomania. Maybe just regular garden-variety schizophrenia though.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 22, 2014, 02:38:12 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 22, 2014, 01:44:22 PM
I'm a little bit cranky today because self-indulgent misery-wallowing teenager drama woke me up after two and a half hours of sleep and I have a mild (and it's fucking miraculous that it's mild, only because nobody brought whiskey to Yule dinner) hangover coming on.
So I'm kind of hoping Holist sticks around a bit and maybe gets lippy, because I would LOVE to have someone to take it out on.
I had between 2-3 hours of sleep, on account of monkey business caused by a very loud biological clock.
I'm not complaining. But I do intend to sleep through most of the workday.
I might actually nap today. Not what I'd planned for my day, but what the fuck, why not?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 22, 2014, 02:38:14 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 22, 2014, 02:33:55 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 20, 2014, 01:09:52 AM
Wow. I ended up blocking him. Jerd Guillame-Sam. Convinced that he has some deep truth that my mind is just not open enough to accept. Fucking nutbag.
:lulz: THAT guy! Love it.
He started a TDS thread about hip-hop. Started out with a picture of Macklemore and :horrormirth: Iggy Azalea :horrormirth:. Then he kept going off on something about hip-hop being started by the Masons, and Jay-Z and the Illuminati or some shit. I just kept linking videos to my favorite female MCs. It seemed the right thing to do.
He seems to be flat-out actually mentally ill, in a bad way. Maybe too much meth, it's hard to tell but he does have the megalomania. Maybe just regular garden-variety schizophrenia though.
Yeah. Definitely wasn't keen to engage him at all. Good thread despite all that. I love talking about hip-hop. Less so the Masons.
Looks like I've got a thing for Christmas Eve with lady-I've-been-hanging-out-with's parents. This just now sunk in, and the nerves are flowing with it. I keep thinking that spending a holiday with a house full of drunken latinos isn't exactly a new thing for me...but these ones are from THE BAY AREA, which makes them full-blown foreigners.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on December 22, 2014, 03:08:48 PM
Looks like I've got a thing for Christmas Eve with lady-I've-been-hanging-out-with's parents. This just now sunk in, and the nerves are flowing with it. I keep thinking that spending a holiday with a house full of drunken latinos isn't exactly a new thing for me...but these ones are from THE BAY AREA, which makes them full-blown foreigners.
Ooooh, good luck!
My Dad's not doing well. Started with some neck pain in early November, fluid being removed from around his lung the week before Thanksgiving, more fluid removed right before Thanksgiving, followed by a diagnosis of lung cancer shortly thereafter. Aside from needing check-ups on the fluid in his lung, he was doing "ok" (as much as one can in those circumstances) and was supposed to start chemo last week. Until the weekend before this last, when he started getting unbearable pain in his neck, which resulted in ambulance and he's been in the hospital since.
Apparently there is a lesion in his neck and the vertebrae is partially eroded, so he's in a brace and they don't want him moving at all. It's also in his spine, blood...Chemo's been halted in lieu of radiation to the neck, which he started Thursday. Been non-stop hospital visits - I'm exhausted, my whole family is. They have him on so many painkillers, he's hallucinating most of the time, with moments of lucidity, until the pain comes back and he needs more. While he was generally fine Saturday (until they gave him his afternoon shot), yesterday he was almost completely out of it, and has had someone sitting in with him to keep him from getting out of bed, since he's tried that multiple times. It's awful seeing this otherwise intelligent and sober man (he barely even drinks) so confused, though he'd at least been coming to terms with the fact that a lot of what he was seeing wasn't real. It's worse to see him in pain, and just awful having him be in the hospital so long, especially when he's so out of it he doesn't understand why he can't leave with us.
Initially over this weekend they were talking about getting ready to send him to rehab just before or just after Christmas (though I don't see how with the amount of pain he's in and medication he's on), but now it appears he may have pneumonia or an infection or something. Doctors with him now trying to figure it out. I'm really not sure how to handle any of this.
Goddammit. I'm sorry to hear that, TP. That is such a difficult thing to deal with.
Oh, no. My condolences. This shit is never easy.
That's just awful. Best wishes to your family.
Oh, shit, I'm so sorry TP. :(
Thanks everyone. It's just seems so unreal. Except for the pain in his neck in early Nov., followed by the shortness of breath that led to them discovering the fluid in his lungs, there really didn't seem to be any indication of this until it had already progressed this far. I know doctors don't really test for this sort of thing unless there's cause to, and some people may shrug off symptoms that seem to be fairly minor, especially if they don't care for going to the doctor, but it just seemed like nothing. This past fall, summer and spring he, my mom and I would take frequent walks through the woods and what have you (I like geocaching and got them into it - good way to get them out of the house and all too) and everything seemed fine.
I feel awful for my sister since she's been away at grad school in Austin and came back for the holidays, and he's been in the hospital and doped up since shortly before she got back, so she hasn't been able to really talk to him lucidly. She and my mother had some stomach bug for the last few days, so my brother (after he got out of work) and I spent a good chunk of the weekend with him - I did 6 and 5 hours Sat and Sun, which is hard when you can only get small bursts of coherent conversation in. It was yesterday that he started mentioning pain on the right side of his neck (it had been mostly on the left) so I don't know if that's another sign of how quickly things are progressing. The neck's what they want to focus on, or else he could be paralyzed, but without the chemo, I'm sure the cancer's left to run rampant through the rest of his body.
I'm starting to get sick and now worried that I got him sick since I was in the hospital so long this weekend. All of my emotions are on edge. I'm trying not to be selfish and to be there for my family and my Dad, especially since I know it's got to be horrible being stuck in the hospital so long, but I feel like I'm burning out quickly. I'm trying to maintain some sort of sanity and control in my life, but I feel like such an asshole if I'm not at the hospital every second I can be. Even my Mom said 6 hours straight was probably too long, but I don't know. My boyfriend's been completely supportive, but he's on edge as it is with work this time of year, and his maternal grandfather, who was like a father to him and his brothers, passed away earlier this year so it's going to be his family's first year without him. Everything is awful.
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on December 22, 2014, 04:55:58 PM
I'm really not sure how to handle any of this.
You can't. Just give him all the attention you can, and hope for the best.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 22, 2014, 05:54:02 PM
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on December 22, 2014, 04:55:58 PM
I'm really not sure how to handle any of this.
You can't. Just give him all the attention you can, and hope for the best.
I know, thank you. It is hard coming to terms with the fact that nothing can really be done beyond what the doctors order. Just especially feel awful that he's stuck in the hospital and clearly doesn't want to be (who does) and doesn't always know why he is, but the reality is that's probably where he's going to be the safest (despite hospital horror stories) until they can get the pain under control - really hoping the radiation helps with this. But yea, we're trying to have at least one, if not several or all of us there, as much as we can each day, so at least he's not alone the whole time. Even if he's not completely coherent (at least he IS awake, compared to the first day of strong painkillers) he knows we're there. The aide he had sitting with him yesterday was great about engaging him, and us, and dealing with the hallucinations - seeing as how my Dad isn't a hippy at some music festival, I'm not quite sure how to approach them. I don't want to encourage him/promote the belief that they're real, but I don't want to make him feel like he's stupid/crazy. Not that I'm being harsh but...I don't want to sound like a broken record either. She was really good though, and nice. Just hope things start progressing in a more positive direction.
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on December 22, 2014, 06:05:05 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 22, 2014, 05:54:02 PM
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on December 22, 2014, 04:55:58 PM
I'm really not sure how to handle any of this.
You can't. Just give him all the attention you can, and hope for the best.
I know, thank you. It is hard coming to terms with the fact that nothing can really be done beyond what the doctors order. Just especially feel awful that he's stuck in the hospital and clearly doesn't want to be (who does) and doesn't always know why he is, but the reality is that's probably where he's going to be the safest (despite hospital horror stories) until they can get the pain under control - really hoping the radiation helps with this. But yea, we're trying to have at least one, if not several or all of us there, as much as we can each day, so at least he's not alone the whole time. Even if he's not completely coherent (at least he IS awake, compared to the first day of strong painkillers) he knows we're there. The aide he had sitting with him yesterday was great about engaging him, and us, and dealing with the hallucinations - seeing as how my Dad isn't a hippy at some music festival, I'm not quite sure how to approach them. I don't want to encourage him/promote the belief that they're real, but I don't want to make him feel like he's stupid/crazy. Not that I'm being harsh but...I don't want to sound like a broken record either. She was really good though, and nice. Just hope things start progressing in a more positive direction.
Tell him you love him, hold his hand, play some music he likes (that last bit was particularly effective during my grandfather's illness).
The most terrifying part about this sort of thing is not being sure if you have family around you or if you're only dreaming it. So do your best to let him know you're there.
95% sure I'm going to join the Navy in February. Studying for the ASVAB currently.
Will probably throw up a real post when I do.
Everything in my life is pointing towards it as being a great idea, not the least of which are the benefits and the perks.
Quote from: Da6s on December 22, 2014, 07:54:21 PM
95% sure I'm going to join the Navy in February. Studying for the ASVAB currently.
Will probably throw up a real post when I do.
Everything in my life is pointing towards it as being a great idea, not the least of which are the benefits and the perks.
Beats spinning your wheels. Get a technical MOS if you can. One really good one that almost nobody takes is electric motor rewinding.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 22, 2014, 07:56:20 PM
Quote from: Da6s on December 22, 2014, 07:54:21 PM
95% sure I'm going to join the Navy in February. Studying for the ASVAB currently.
Will probably throw up a real post when I do.
Everything in my life is pointing towards it as being a great idea, not the least of which are the benefits and the perks.
Beats spinning your wheels. Get a technical MOS if you can. One really good one that almost nobody takes is electric motor rewinding.
Trying like hell for a CT rate...
Quote from: Da6s on December 22, 2014, 07:58:01 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 22, 2014, 07:56:20 PM
Quote from: Da6s on December 22, 2014, 07:54:21 PM
95% sure I'm going to join the Navy in February. Studying for the ASVAB currently.
Will probably throw up a real post when I do.
Everything in my life is pointing towards it as being a great idea, not the least of which are the benefits and the perks.
Beats spinning your wheels. Get a technical MOS if you can. One really good one that almost nobody takes is electric motor rewinding.
Trying like hell for a CT rate...
Well, if you can't get past the background check, hit this up for a look:
http://usmilitary.about.com/od/navynecs/p/EM4615.htm
It's what my brother did. Got him into the trades, and he climbed all the way to a PhD in engineering out of it.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 22, 2014, 08:04:32 PM
Quote from: Da6s on December 22, 2014, 07:58:01 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 22, 2014, 07:56:20 PM
Quote from: Da6s on December 22, 2014, 07:54:21 PM
95% sure I'm going to join the Navy in February. Studying for the ASVAB currently.
Will probably throw up a real post when I do.
Everything in my life is pointing towards it as being a great idea, not the least of which are the benefits and the perks.
Beats spinning your wheels. Get a technical MOS if you can. One really good one that almost nobody takes is electric motor rewinding.
Trying like hell for a CT rate...
Well, if you can't get past the background check, hit this up for a look:
http://usmilitary.about.com/od/navynecs/p/EM4615.htm
It's what my brother did. Got him into the trades, and he climbed all the way to a PhD in engineering out of it.
Will definitely take a look. Thanks! Background check is a non-issue. I'm a typical nerdy white kid with no record to speak.
Best wishes, Trippin.
Doobie Doobie DOOOOOOOOOOO
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Getting my troll on. :lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 24, 2014, 12:15:42 AM
Doobie Doobie DOOOOOOOOOOO
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Getting my troll on. :lulz:
Hes probably the only gun toting spineless socialist I admire.
Quote from: Metal Bear on December 24, 2014, 01:12:47 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 24, 2014, 12:15:42 AM
Doobie Doobie DOOOOOOOOOOO
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Getting my troll on. :lulz:
Hes probably the only gun toting spineless socialist I admire.
NOW WITH ADDED MUSLIM SYMPATHIZER!
:hammer:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 24, 2014, 02:50:21 AM
Quote from: Metal Bear on December 24, 2014, 01:12:47 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 24, 2014, 12:15:42 AM
Doobie Doobie DOOOOOOOOOOO
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Getting my troll on. :lulz:
Hes probably the only gun toting spineless socialist I admire.
NOW WITH ADDED MUSLIM SYMPATHIZER!
:hammer:
I'm not sure how I can angle it but I'm going to try and go with confused Irish immigrant.
Been looking for an in, and I'd just watched a video of Irish people watching baseball for the first time, so that inspired me a bit.
I just found out one of the friends I've known the longest through the internet (probably about a decade now) has been on dialysis for 9 months.
He didn't want to talk about it, so I don't know anything at all about why, but... shit. :sad:
Working retail on Xmas eve is terrible. Thank fuck I'm never doing that again.
Christmas is boring as fuck. There's nothing to do and nobody's online.
I'm a biology major at UMass Boston.
(http://thebuyosphere.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/applause.jpg)
I'm pleased!
That's totally exciting! You start Spring semester?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 24, 2014, 07:56:04 PM
That's totally exciting! You start Spring semester?
Fall, which is good because I have the time to prepare for it, and I can get a couple of more classes in at BHCC and try and CLEP calculus.
Also, I can claim my associates in History and Government now.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 24, 2014, 08:20:41 PM
Also, I can claim my associates in History and Government now.
Woohoo!
a cynical antidote to xmas music playlist, love me and Payne
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCH-i3RRH1CnGPqvx1dCR3GEwqvtrlHnB
Merry Christmas, I fucked your snowman! (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kR4a5GSgK34)
Ancient British Carol to celebrate the season,
well its quite old anyhow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvxM6B4QuzY
or then again maybe you need a better reason for the season
A couple weeks ago I picked up a LEGO set to donate to Toys for Tots and I was joking with a few people about how I wanted to keep it and assemble it myself.
Yesterday, when I went into work and opened my Secret Santa gift, it was a LEGO Jedi Interceptor kit. It was really sweet. The girl who gave it to me knew nothing about Star Wars and had never assembled a LEGO set, so we spent the next hour or so spilling the pieces onto the desk and putting it together.
:)
Aw. That's adorable.
Hey guys.
How's everyone doin?
Going well here, miss all your stupid faces.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 26, 2014, 02:57:29 PM
Aw. That's adorable.
:lol: It really was.
Quote from: Sir Squid Diddimus on December 26, 2014, 05:47:07 PM
Hey guys.
How's everyone doin?
Going well here, miss all your stupid faces.
SQUIIIIIIIDDDDDDDYYYYYYYYY
hi :)
Quote from: Sir Squid Diddimus on December 26, 2014, 05:47:07 PM
Hey guys.
How's everyone doin?
Going well here, miss all your stupid faces.
SQUIDDDAAAAAAAAAAY
AAAAAAAAY
AAAY
AAY
AY
Y
At work. Bored.
So, if any of you have a .edu email and want an Amazon student account with six months of prime free, it'd you use this link to sign up they'll give me ten bucks credit. http://www.amazon.com/gp/student/signup/info?ie=UTF8&refcust=EXF5GCIRIOCSEGRQB7ZYSM3PRE&ref_type=generic
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on December 26, 2014, 08:06:11 PM
So, if any of you have a .edu email and want an Amazon student account with six months of prime free, it'd you use this link to sign up they'll give me ten bucks credit. http://www.amazon.com/gp/student/signup/info?ie=UTF8&refcust=EXF5GCIRIOCSEGRQB7ZYSM3PRE&ref_type=generic
If I didn't already have it, I would in a heartbeat. Student Prime is theeee best!
Today is a good day, because I just got child support, which means that I have money in my bank account now, which means that I just made it through my first year since starting school without accruing any debt whatsoever.
I am lucky that my one good ex makes a crapton of money and is generous about support. It's really too bad that guy is gay, he was a good husband except for that part.
here's to a similar situation next year, Nigel!
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on December 26, 2014, 08:50:47 PM
here's to a similar situation next year, Nigel!
I hope! By this time next year I will have applied to grad school. Eeep!
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 26, 2014, 08:45:21 PM
Today is a good day, because I just got child support, which means that I have money in my bank account now, which means that I just made it through my first year since starting school without accruing any debt whatsoever.
Yayy!
It's pretty badass. Unfortunately, right after I typed it my new filling broke, so I might be putting dental work on a credit card before the year is out. :lol:
I seriously can't wait for grad school. The stipend and medical coverage are going to make me feel like I'm in the lap of luxury.
I might even buy a new car. Crazy, but I'm thinking about it. Hard.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 27, 2014, 03:41:29 AM
It's pretty badass. Unfortunately, right after I typed it my new filling broke, so I might be putting dental work on a credit card before the year is out. :lol:
THAT'S FINE, REMEMBER, MONEY IS WITHOUT INTRINSIC VALUE OF A PHYSICAL COMMODITY, SO YOU'RE JUST PAYING IMAGINARY THINGS FOR REAL THINGS
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 27, 2014, 03:41:29 AM
It's pretty badass. Unfortunately, right after I typed it my new filling broke, so I might be putting dental work on a credit card before the year is out. :lol:
THAT'S FINE, REMEMBER, MONEY IS WITHOUT INTRINSIC VALUE OF A PHYSICAL COMMODITY, SO YOU'RE JUST PAYING IMAGINARY THINGS FOR REAL THINGS
:lulz:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 26, 2014, 08:47:25 PM
I am lucky that my one good ex makes a crapton of money and is generous about support. It's really too bad that guy is gay, he was a good husband except for that part.
:sexybeast:
Well, I can cross one company off my "will order ANYTHING from then again" list.
Put in an order for a set of headphones for my sister, for Xmas. On the 5th of December. 20 days, UK based company....shouldn't be a problem, right?
I got an email today letting me know my goods are "partially shipped". If you ever have to order something via Yakarta....I suggest ordering it somewhere else.
Whee. Shift finishes at 11pm tonight. Next shift starts 6:30am tomorrow morning.
I've considered pointing out this is, in fact, illegal. But meh. I really can't be bothered.
Quote from: Cain on December 28, 2014, 06:01:17 PM
Whee. Shift finishes at 11pm tonight. Next shift starts 6:30am tomorrow morning.
I've considered pointing out this is, in fact, illegal. But meh. I really can't be bothered.
Christ, what assholes.
So, I got engaged.
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
:banana:
Saw your pic on FB. She's a looker!
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:19:33 AM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 03:38:21 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:19:33 AM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
:eek: I wouldn't go THAT far.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:41:20 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 03:38:21 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:19:33 AM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
:eek: I wouldn't go THAT far.
YOU WOULD YOU TOTALLY WOULD
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 04:42:16 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:41:20 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 03:38:21 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:19:33 AM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
:eek: I wouldn't go THAT far.
YOU WOULD YOU TOTALLY WOULD
OK fine but you DON'T HAVE TO PUBLICIZE IT.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 04:46:10 AM
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:19:33 AM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
:eek: I wouldn't go THAT far.
YOU WOULD YOU TOTALLY WOULD
OK fine but you DON'T HAVE TO PUBLICIZE IT.
Um. It's a little hard to
hide, isn't it?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 04:46:38 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 04:46:10 AM
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:41:20 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 03:38:21 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:19:33 AM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
:eek: I wouldn't go THAT far.
YOU WOULD YOU TOTALLY WOULD
OK fine but you DON'T HAVE TO PUBLICIZE IT.
Um. It's a little hard to hide, isn't it?
Just because people can
technically see it doesn't mean we have to TALK about it with our faces out.
I mean, it would be better for everyone if I didn't have to do anything about it.
More than usual, anyway.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 04:48:16 AM
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 03:38:21 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 03:19:33 AM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
:eek: I wouldn't go THAT far.
YOU WOULD YOU TOTALLY WOULD
OK fine but you DON'T HAVE TO PUBLICIZE IT.
Um. It's a little hard to hide, isn't it?
Just because people can technically see it doesn't mean we have to TALK about it with our faces out.
We're just cynical. Jaded. THEY don't talk about it because they CAN'T, because they're still trying to figure out what the fuck just happened, and wondering whether to call the cops or an exorcist. They must feel like a streaker in the reptile house. They know what they
wanted, but have no idea how it all went so
wrong.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 04:52:34 AM
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Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 12:16:44 AM
So, I got engaged.
Congratulations! Kiss the lucky lady for me! (Maybe slip in a grope as well, but only if it'll be appreciated.)
GIVE HER A PORTLAND KISS!
:eek: I wouldn't go THAT far.
YOU WOULD YOU TOTALLY WOULD
OK fine but you DON'T HAVE TO PUBLICIZE IT.
Um. It's a little hard to hide, isn't it?
Just because people can technically see it doesn't mean we have to TALK about it with our faces out.
We're just cynical. Jaded. THEY don't talk about it because they CAN'T, because they're still trying to figure out what the fuck just happened, and wondering whether to call the cops or an exorcist. They must feel like a streaker in the reptile house. They know what they wanted, but have no idea how it all went so wrong.
Shhhh. They got everything they wanted. They're just still a little confused.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 04:55:19 AM
Shhhh. They got everything they wanted. They're just still a little confused.
"Officer, this had nothing to do with us. They're just a little dizzy from an extended round of the biscuit game."
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 29, 2014, 04:57:02 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 29, 2014, 04:55:19 AM
Shhhh. They got everything they wanted. They're just still a little confused.
"Officer, this had nothing to do with us. They're just a little dizzy from an extended round of the biscuit game."
It's all fair. No one was hurt, really.
They all got what they wanted.
Ok. I wanna know what a portland kiss is and why i should(n't) give WaffleFiancee one. In detail plz.
Quote from: Hello Waffles on December 29, 2014, 01:14:44 PM
Ok. I wanna know what a portland kiss is and why i should(n't) give WaffleFiancee one. In detail plz.
You should.
And I'll have to PM you, on account of both of our countries have limits.
Congrats on the graduation and acceptance to UMass Twid! (and thank you for the well-wishes - I sincerely appreciate it from everyone).
And Congratulations on the engagement, Waffles!
Feels like it's been forever since I've been at work, or on here. Holidays went well. Christmas Eve w/ my boyfriend's family, and he also got a few days off after the holiday since it was slow, so we got to spend a few days together, which rarely happens.
Christmas I went to my family's house from which we went to the hospital to visit my Dad. He was (and still is) doing the best he has in the last two weeks in that he was completely lucid (they took him off the heavy narcotics) and generally feeling ok - they have him on extra strong ibuprofen and Tylenol and that seems to be keeping most of the neck pain in check. Still sucks that he has to be in the hospital, but they're tentatively talking about rehab and have had him sitting in a chair and/or walking short distances here and there. Still not sure when that would theoretically happen and there's still a long road ahead, but hoping things are moving in a positive direction.
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on December 29, 2014, 05:31:24 PM
Feels like it's been forever since I've been at work, or on here. Holidays went well. Christmas Eve w/ my boyfriend's family, and he also got a few days off after the holiday since it was slow, so we got to spend a few days together, which rarely happens.
Christmas I went to my family's house from which we went to the hospital to visit my Dad. He was (and still is) doing the best he has in the last two weeks in that he was completely lucid (they took him off the heavy narcotics) and generally feeling ok - they have him on extra strong ibuprofen and Tylenol and that seems to be keeping most of the neck pain in check. Still sucks that he has to be in the hospital, but they're tentatively talking about rehab and have had him sitting in a chair and/or walking short distances here and there. Still not sure when that would theoretically happen and there's still a long road ahead, but hoping things are moving in a positive direction.
That's great news!
My dad has spent days grousing about the rumour that Idris Alba might be the new James Bond.
I've gone from ambivalent on the matter to really hoping he does get it so that my dad's head will literally explode like something out of Scanners.
My only concern about him being the next James Bond is that it will take his skills and talents away from actual good tv to help prop up a flagging and tired franchise with no originality and little else in its favour.
Quote from: Cain on December 30, 2014, 07:23:42 PM
My only concern about him being the next James Bond is that it will take his skills and talents away from actual good tv to help prop up a flagging and tired franchise with no originality and little else in its favour.
It might be worth it just for the hilarious screeching from people who "aren't racist, but".
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 30, 2014, 09:04:24 PM
Quote from: Cain on December 30, 2014, 07:23:42 PM
My only concern about him being the next James Bond is that it will take his skills and talents away from actual good tv to help prop up a flagging and tired franchise with no originality and little else in its favour.
It might be worth it just for the hilarious screeching from people who "aren't racist, but".
:lol:
Rush Limbaugh already weighed in on this (not kidding).
I'm having one of those "nothing is awful, but neither is anything going quite right" weeks.
Got a couple of old fillings replaced, one of them promptly broke again.
Car broke down. Turns out I'm no longer on my ex-husband's AAA, so I start my own account. They'll charge me an extra $45 for an immediate tow though.
My plane tickets cost approximately twice what I was told to expect.
At this point I'm not sure whether to even get my car fixed, but it is inconveniently not located near my house, but in front of my best friend's house.
I have a bunch of stuff I need to do before leaving for New Year's Eve, but I'm babysitting. The dad is getting home in half an hour, but wants me to hang around so he can get some stuff done. I can't really complain because I'm getting paid, and I need the money to have my car towed from in front of their house...
:lol:
Oh and I got my water bill. The good news: it was over $100 less than it was last quarter. The bad news: seriously dawg why did my insurance, water bill, AAA bill, dental bill, and Yule ALL HAVE TO HAPPEN AT THE SAME TIME? During my poorest quarter, too, AND right when I need to buy that damn plane ticket. Geez.
I need to write this down so I can warn myself it's coming next year. December: Fuckin Expensive.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 30, 2014, 09:13:44 PM
Oh and I got my water bill. The good news: it was over $100 less than it was last quarter. The bad news: seriously dawg why did my insurance, water bill, AAA bill, dental bill, and Yule ALL HAVE TO HAPPEN AT THE SAME TIME? During my poorest quarter, too, AND right when I need to buy that damn plane ticket. Geez.
I need to write this down so I can warn myself it's coming next year. December: Fuckin Expensive.
Do you really need to travel? over the years ive ditched travel plans so many times ive lost count, because misery and reasons
Where are you going?
To Borneo for an Honors study abroad session.
And I don't need to, I'd just be an idiot not to and the plane ticket will be reimbursed by my scholarship (unlike the insurance, water bill, AAA bill, dental bill, and Yule, none of which would be such a pain in the ass if they weren't all at once).
Oh, for New Year's Eve? To my friend's beach house, they're picking me up at noon. I need to do laundry and bake a dessert.
My back hurts. Chasing an 18-month-old around all day is for young people.
STILL going through my grandfather's MASSIVE collection of pics.
My uncle Norm, shortly before being busted AGAIN, back in WWII:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t34.0-12/10881464_10152647180879385_324802692_n.jpg?oh=074077d083aece6d758e4b29787c9afb&oe=54A56D40&__gda__=1420191796_d7867e52cae1fe7fbf6d022fe05d007e)
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 31, 2014, 02:55:52 AM
STILL going through my grandfather's MASSIVE collection of pics.
My uncle Norm, shortly before being busted AGAIN, back in WWII:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t34.0-12/10881464_10152647180879385_324802692_n.jpg?oh=074077d083aece6d758e4b29787c9afb&oe=54A56D40&__gda__=1420191796_d7867e52cae1fe7fbf6d022fe05d007e)
That is an awesome picture!
Nigel, I was unaware you were four separate people living in the same spacetime.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 06:04:55 AM
Nigel, I was unaware you were four separate people living in the same spacetime.
Oh fuck, what tipped you off?
To be honest, it was all those dicks in all those asses.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 04:34:49 PM
To be honest, it was all those dicks in all those asses.
Plus, she lives in a tesseract, because she's too good for 3 dimensions like the rest of us.
As our British friends say, "OO DOES SHE FINK SHE IS?"
It's snowing like a mad bastard in Phoenix.
54F here.
:hammer:
I'm on a train, heading to NYC, to visit some sort of immersive avant garde retelling of Macbeth called "Sleep No More". Should be very weird.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 05:14:59 PM
I'm on a train, heading to NYC, to visit some sort of immersive avant garde retelling of Macbeth called "Sleep No More". Should be very weird.
Oh shit! I've heard nothing but wonderful things about that show. Except for people with claustrophobia and anxiety. I've been wanting to see it for years now, but every show was sold out back when it was still at the ART in Boston.
My sister and I are getting tickets for one another as our Christmas presents. Have fun dude, and let me know how it is!
Will do! I'm pretty sure they don't allow cameras, but I'll see if I can writes something up.
Incidentally, riding a train (splurged for first class) is a pretty awesome experience. I feel so sophisticated.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 04:34:49 PM
To be honest, it was all those dicks in all those asses.
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 31, 2014, 04:47:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 04:34:49 PM
To be honest, it was all those dicks in all those asses.
Plus, she lives in a tesseract, because she's too good for 3 dimensions like the rest of us.
As our British friends say, "OO DOES SHE FINK SHE IS?"
It's not that complicated, you just have to orient yourself to <home> whenever you go out. It doesn't really matter where the rest of the city is.
I'm in customer service chat with AT&T.
All I wanted to know was how long I have left to pay off my stupid phone, but now they're all "DON'T GO AAAAHHHH WE'LL MAKE IT UP TO YOU"
FFS. All I want to do is to shower and bake a cake.
Oh hey but I seem to be ending up with a 2 GB plan for the price of 1 GB, and an $80 credit. Sweet!
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 05:51:42 PM
Will do! I'm pretty sure they don't allow cameras, but I'll see if I can writes something up.
Incidentally, riding a train (splurged for first class) is a pretty awesome experience. I feel so sophisticated.
You classy maniac.
My stepsister was deliberately vague about the show so as not to give anything away, but the one piece of advice I was given was: If there is a candy store, you can eat the candy.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 31, 2014, 05:57:11 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 31, 2014, 04:47:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 04:34:49 PM
To be honest, it was all those dicks in all those asses.
Plus, she lives in a tesseract, because she's too good for 3 dimensions like the rest of us.
As our British friends say, "OO DOES SHE FINK SHE IS?"
It's not that complicated, you just have to orient yourself to <home> whenever you go out. It doesn't really matter where the rest of the city is.
You just have to hope it all doesn't default to MAIN.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 06:20:43 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on December 31, 2014, 05:57:11 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on December 31, 2014, 04:47:29 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on December 31, 2014, 04:34:49 PM
To be honest, it was all those dicks in all those asses.
Plus, she lives in a tesseract, because she's too good for 3 dimensions like the rest of us.
As our British friends say, "OO DOES SHE FINK SHE IS?"
It's not that complicated, you just have to orient yourself to <home> whenever you go out. It doesn't really matter where the rest of the city is.
You just have to hope it all doesn't default to MAIN.
Well even if it does, you can just wait for Hirley0 to ping you.
I just found out that Ze Frank and Hank Green are friends. Fap fap fap fap fap.
Everyone in this country is retarded. Temperatures are minus five degrees celsius? Oh no, I better panic buy BREAD AND MILK.
I "panic" bought some extremely cheap Irish cream. Now those idiots will freeze to death, surrounded by bread and milk, while I enjoy nice, hot cups of coffee with a dash of Irish cream, because I understand the correct response to cold temperatures is layers and minimising exposure, not panic buying shit.
Besides, we're all going to die of Ebola anyway. I saw it in the newspapers.
Cain, in response, i most post this obligatory link: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=i6zaVYWLTkU
Stupid is international.
:lulz: I'm glad to see it's not just this country. But still, at least in America and Canada you have actual snow. Here, we have like an inch of snow, max. Or, in the case of where I am now, a heavy coating of frost.
I occasionally wonder if I'm maybe getting in a little over my head with this job.
But then I pour another cup of joe and stop worrying about it. This is the only time in my life where shit has gotten close to being weird enough for me.
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BxeBMWNOq3cBaGU5OE1vbU1pcXpLZGtMUTNTb2VyMUtoN1VF/edit
For Nigel and Roger.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on December 31, 2014, 10:40:59 PM
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BxeBMWNOq3cBaGU5OE1vbU1pcXpLZGtMUTNTb2VyMUtoN1VF/edit
For Nigel and Roger.
Access denied. I requested access, you'll have to grant it.
DONE
ALSO HAPPY 2015 BELGIAN SPAGS.
MUST...STOP....TROLLING....WHINY..."NOT ENOUGH ATTRACTIVE FEMALE LI'S IN INQUISITION THREADS" ON BSN...FINISH...ESSAY...INSTEAD.
Oh internet, why must you provide so many target rich environments?
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on December 31, 2014, 10:40:59 PM
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BxeBMWNOq3cBaGU5OE1vbU1pcXpLZGtMUTNTb2VyMUtoN1VF/edit
For Nigel and Roger.
:lulz:
rockin that shit like eric idle yo
Quote from: Cain on January 01, 2015, 12:02:55 AM
MUST...STOP....TROLLING....WHINY..."NOT ENOUGH ATTRACTIVE FEMALE LI'S IN INQUISITION THREADS" ON BSN...FINISH...ESSAY...INSTEAD.
Oh internet, why must you provide so many target rich environments?
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
For the sake of completeness, these are the desperately ugly pixels that have these people up in arms:
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/88539d711cad6a82e51d50da9b610640/tumblr_ngqwfogsdk1siaf7mo1_r1_400.png)
(http://www.twinfinite.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/josephine.jpg)
Quote from: Cain on January 02, 2015, 10:33:56 AM
For the sake of completeness, these are the desperately ugly pixels that have these people up in arms:
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/88539d711cad6a82e51d50da9b610640/tumblr_ngqwfogsdk1siaf7mo1_r1_400.png)
(http://www.twinfinite.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/josephine.jpg)
A bit young for my blood, but those chicks are hot. What the hell are they on about?
Looks like they're having a hard time dealing with life in the uncanny valley? They ought to go back to masturbating to hentai and leave digital near perfection to us hardened perverts :fap:
I would hit that with many ones and zeros.
So they're complaining because the female characters aren't attractive enough?
That all by itself spells out "forever alone".
After reading so much about error, I am really interested in a phenomenon in which people avoid acknowledging their own errors online by simply dropping the conversation.
I am particularly interested in this particular form of denial because I strongly suspect it is a mechanism by which people actually avoid learning.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 02, 2015, 06:26:53 PM
So they're complaining because the female characters aren't attractive enough?
That all by itself spells out "forever alone".
You may have seen (and reasonably ignored) the odd Skyrim thread. What is notable about that thread is the kind of mod it isnt focused on.
I seriously doubt you would believe just how many mods are out there (for various games) that have the sole purpose of adding "better" (Read - Unrealistic/undressed/combination of the two) women to said games.
For instance, I was considering booting up Skyrim again the other week, so I checked the Nexus to see if there are any new mods of interest. I recall the first being "PISSING IN SKYRIM" the next two being "outfits". I didn't find anything new, mainly as I'd lost the will after reading "PISSING" in full caps as the greatest achievement of the week.
Don't get me wrong here, all about realism in games. Just questioning how you're spending your life if it involves regularly taking a virtual piss.
Quote from: Junkenstein on January 02, 2015, 08:26:57 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 02, 2015, 06:26:53 PM
So they're complaining because the female characters aren't attractive enough?
That all by itself spells out "forever alone".
You may have seen (and reasonably ignored) the odd Skyrim thread. What is notable about that thread is the kind of mod it isnt focused on.
I seriously doubt you would believe just how many mods are out there (for various games) that have the sole purpose of adding "better" (Read - Unrealistic/undressed/combination of the two) women to said games.
For instance, I was considering booting up Skyrim again the other week, so I checked the Nexus to see if there are any new mods of interest. I recall the first being "PISSING IN SKYRIM" the next two being "outfits". I didn't find anything new, mainly as I'd lost the will after reading "PISSING" in full caps as the greatest achievement of the week.
Don't get me wrong here, all about realism in games. Just questioning how you're spending your life if it involves regularly taking a virtual piss.
That is sad and amazing.
Hey now, combat pissing is a perfectly viable mod, and works great when combined with Schlongs of Skyrim. The real question is whether it will ever be patched to be compatible with Hitler in Skyrim.
But yes. People are already complaining about not being able to mod the game to make the female characters more attractive (because DICE owns the copyright to the Frostbite engine, and wont release a modding kit). At least the guy complaining he couldn't force a lesbian character to have his male character's babies didn't get much support....
So, Harald Rex, Reptile Alien King of Norway trolled his wife, the Reptile Alien Queen Sonja. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXw9jGTdBy0
Quote from: Hello Waffles on January 02, 2015, 09:49:56 PM
So, Harald Rex, Reptile Alien King of Norway trolled his wife, the Reptile Alien Queen Sonja. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXw9jGTdBy0
Hah!
I have returned from my trip, and am rich with leftover marijuana cake.
Quote from: Cain on January 02, 2015, 08:42:38 PM
Hey now, combat pissing is a perfectly viable mod, and works great when combined with Schlongs of Skyrim. The real question is whether it will ever be patched to be compatible with Hitler in Skyrim.
But yes. People are already complaining about not being able to mod the game to make the female characters more attractive (because DICE owns the copyright to the Frostbite engine, and wont release a modding kit). At least the guy complaining he couldn't force a lesbian character to have his male character's babies didn't get much support....
I know, it's truly obnoxious.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 03, 2015, 05:09:07 AM
I have returned from my trip, and am rich with leftover marijuana cake.
That was fast. Borneo in one day? Nigel has been casually disregarding the laws of physics, and I think it's downright shameful. There's just no respect for the rules anymore.
NIGEL: 299,792,458 METERS PER SECOND. IT'S NOT JUST A GOOD IDEA, IT'S THE
LAW.
My router is randomly throwing me off the internet. It's getting really fucking annoying.
Figured it out. All of our Nooks and Nook tablets (4 of them) just turned themselves on and started an update, which is cramming my intertubes.
I dislike machines that turn themselves on. I don't trust them. This is how it all starts, you know.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 06:47:30 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 03, 2015, 05:09:07 AM
I have returned from my trip, and am rich with leftover marijuana cake.
That was fast. Borneo in one day? Nigel has been casually disregarding the laws of physics, and I think it's downright shameful. There's just no respect for the rules anymore.
NIGEL: 299,792,458 METERS PER SECOND. IT'S NOT JUST A GOOD IDEA, IT'S THE LAW.
:lulz:
You don't know the half of it, I've been gone for YEARS.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 07:00:34 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 06:47:30 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 03, 2015, 05:09:07 AM
I have returned from my trip, and am rich with leftover marijuana cake.
That was fast. Borneo in one day? Nigel has been casually disregarding the laws of physics, and I think it's downright shameful. There's just no respect for the rules anymore.
NIGEL: 299,792,458 METERS PER SECOND. IT'S NOT JUST A GOOD IDEA, IT'S THE LAW.
:lulz:
You don't know the half of it, I've been gone for YEARS.
Forgot to account for the mass of your make up, did you? I've seen this before.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on December 31, 2014, 10:40:59 PM
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BxeBMWNOq3cBaGU5OE1vbU1pcXpLZGtMUTNTb2VyMUtoN1VF/edit
For Nigel and Roger.
:lulz: I like it. I don't really know what's happening, but I like it.
Quote from: Cain on December 31, 2014, 09:28:09 PM
:lulz: I'm glad to see it's not just this country. But still, at least in America and Canada you have actual snow. Here, we have like an inch of snow, max. Or, in the case of where I am now, a heavy coating of frost.
We get this shit, which is neither snow nor ice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCoxOReXlHI
Last time it snowed, a week or so before finals, one of my classmates' cars ended up totaled at the bottom of a hill along with 4 other cars and a FedEx truck. :lulz: Luckily it usually happens in slomo and nobody was hurt.
1/10 of a gram of eyeshadow, lipstick, whatever, and suddenly it's not 1986 anymore, and here you are.
They should put a warning label on those Goddamn things.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 07:09:47 AM
1/10 of a gram of eyeshadow, lipstick, whatever, and suddenly it's not 1986 anymore, and here you are.
They should put a warning label on those Goddamn things.
I kinda miss bobby sox.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 07:02:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 07:00:34 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 06:47:30 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 03, 2015, 05:09:07 AM
I have returned from my trip, and am rich with leftover marijuana cake.
That was fast. Borneo in one day? Nigel has been casually disregarding the laws of physics, and I think it's downright shameful. There's just no respect for the rules anymore.
NIGEL: 299,792,458 METERS PER SECOND. IT'S NOT JUST A GOOD IDEA, IT'S THE LAW.
:lulz:
You don't know the half of it, I've been gone for YEARS.
Forgot to account for the mass of your make up, did you? I've seen this before.
I forget that the heavy metals in my MAC eyeshadow throw everything off.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 07:13:28 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 07:02:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 07:00:34 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 06:47:30 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 03, 2015, 05:09:07 AM
I have returned from my trip, and am rich with leftover marijuana cake.
That was fast. Borneo in one day? Nigel has been casually disregarding the laws of physics, and I think it's downright shameful. There's just no respect for the rules anymore.
NIGEL: 299,792,458 METERS PER SECOND. IT'S NOT JUST A GOOD IDEA, IT'S THE LAW.
:lulz:
You don't know the half of it, I've been gone for YEARS.
Forgot to account for the mass of your make up, did you? I've seen this before.
I forget that the heavy metals in my MAC eyeshadow throw everything off.
You're lucky you came out in the same universe. Assuming you DID come out in the same universe. There's all manner of horrible possibilities otherwise.
For example, you could wind up somewhere where the politicians are all owned by half a dozen corporations, and the police just shoot people for the hell of it and walk away.
Or this could happen:
(https://scontent-b-lax.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10675595_900185930012642_491259895208019087_n.jpg?oh=22ec4dbaab0d9d4a60b9542393fc3e5e&oe=552E0C72)
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 07:16:05 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 07:13:28 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 07:02:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 07:00:34 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 06:47:30 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 03, 2015, 05:09:07 AM
I have returned from my trip, and am rich with leftover marijuana cake.
That was fast. Borneo in one day? Nigel has been casually disregarding the laws of physics, and I think it's downright shameful. There's just no respect for the rules anymore.
NIGEL: 299,792,458 METERS PER SECOND. IT'S NOT JUST A GOOD IDEA, IT'S THE LAW.
:lulz:
You don't know the half of it, I've been gone for YEARS.
Forgot to account for the mass of your make up, did you? I've seen this before.
I forget that the heavy metals in my MAC eyeshadow throw everything off.
You're lucky you came out in the same universe. Assuming you DID come out in the same universe. There's all manner of horrible possibilities otherwise.
For example, you could wind up somewhere where the politicians are all owned by half a dozen corporations, and the police just shoot people for the hell of it and walk away.
:lol: I don't know what kind of dystopian alternative sci-fi universes you've been reading about, buddy, but that's
ridiculous.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 07:17:07 AM
Or this could happen:
(https://scontent-b-lax.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10675595_900185930012642_491259895208019087_n.jpg?oh=22ec4dbaab0d9d4a60b9542393fc3e5e&oe=552E0C72)
:baby:
Fuck me, I want to go home!
Tomorrow is moving day. Blargh, usual drill.
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
What's chilli beer?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 05:16:05 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
If they did it to a real drink, like scotch or vodka, someone might actually kill them for their crimes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 06:11:15 PM
What's chilli beer?
It's beer, with chilli flavouring. Or something. It's not entirely clear because there are no ingredients on the packaging. It's insanely spicy, too. Like, the mild beer was like drinking a jalfrezi. The medium was like smearing curry powder directly over your eyes. I'm dreading the final one.
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 07:19:20 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 05:16:05 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
If they did it to a real drink, like scotch or vodka, someone might actually kill them for their crimes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 06:11:15 PM
What's chilli beer?
It's beer, with chilli flavouring. Or something. It's not entirely clear because there are no ingredients on the packaging. It's insanely spicy, too. Like, the mild beer was like drinking a jalfrezi. The medium was like smearing curry powder directly over your eyes. I'm dreading the final one.
My favorite thing about this is that you are clearly going to drink it anyway. :lulz:
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On it!
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 11:39:24 AM
Tomorrow is moving day. Blargh, usual drill.
me also- will be mostly internetless for a week or so...
good luck.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 07:02:30 AM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on December 31, 2014, 10:40:59 PM
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For Nigel and Roger.
:lulz: I like it. I don't really know what's happening, but I like it.
it's like a gender flipped version of cross dressing eric idle.
The month of 4 day weekends is over.
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Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 11:39:24 AM
Tomorrow is moving day. Blargh, usual drill.
Condolences. Moving is awful.
It's the first day of class, the internet will. not. fucking. work. and I can't find my water bottle.
I don't know if this will even post, since apparently I'm not allowed to read anything.
Will try again from school.
Lenovo have earned my temporary rage. They have three days before it becomes permanent.
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 07:19:20 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 05:16:05 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
If they did it to a real drink, like scotch or vodka, someone might actually kill them for their crimes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 06:11:15 PM
What's chilli beer?
It's beer, with chilli flavouring. Or something. It's not entirely clear because there are no ingredients on the packaging. It's insanely spicy, too. Like, the mild beer was like drinking a jalfrezi. The medium was like smearing curry powder directly over your eyes. I'm dreading the final one.
There was one brewery back home that made a good green chili beer. It was a really light ale and you just got the bit of bite at the end. Good in summer.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 05, 2015, 05:00:16 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 07:19:20 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 05:16:05 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
If they did it to a real drink, like scotch or vodka, someone might actually kill them for their crimes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 06:11:15 PM
What's chilli beer?
It's beer, with chilli flavouring. Or something. It's not entirely clear because there are no ingredients on the packaging. It's insanely spicy, too. Like, the mild beer was like drinking a jalfrezi. The medium was like smearing curry powder directly over your eyes. I'm dreading the final one.
There was one brewery back home that made a good green chili beer. It was a really light ale and you just got the bit of bite at the end. Good in summer.
It can be good if done right. Say Two Henry's Blueberry Jalapeno Porter. Decent.
If you see Billy's Chilies or Ghost Face Killah, run. Just run.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 05, 2015, 04:08:05 AM
The month of 4 day weekends is over.
(https://24.media.tumblr.com/fe0d5afe135c70d1dc5d85225d041a38/tumblr_n1kd14JHCF1sk8ja7o1_400.gif)
This is going to be a big improvement for my liver.
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
I've spent most of the past two weeks at Villager's because of holidays in the middle of the week and all that.
I liked spending all that time with her, but I'm also very happy to be home right now. Especially because of the clean clothing situation.
I think the other part is jumping from finals straight into potentially stressful and obligatory family/social interactions with a side of staycation in suburban Massachusetts in winter with very little alone time.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Congrats, I hope!
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Aw shucks, Nigel, I like ya too. :wink:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
Thats great Nigel! I hope that turns out well for you! :D
Quote from: EL MAESTRO! on January 06, 2015, 06:09:51 AM
Thats great Nigel! I hope that turns out well for you! :D
It's been working pretty well since mid-2012, so I'm not anticipating any changes.
I'm just a bit slow to warm, is all.
Let's not get too crazy here. I said "think" and "kind of". I doubt I'll know for sure until mid-2017, at the earliest.
Go to Holland for a few days at the end of the month, company pays for everything?
Sure.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 05:22:43 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 05:22:43 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8670/16027449590_4341d94527_o.jpg)
Awww through the groans.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 02:07:44 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 05:22:43 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 06, 2015, 03:19:50 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 05:22:43 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8670/16027449590_4341d94527_o.jpg)
Awww through the groans.
Hahahaha
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 03:59:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 02:07:44 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 05:22:43 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
He also seems to be resistant to the Nigel Effect.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 04:10:49 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 03:59:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 02:07:44 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 05:22:43 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
He also seems to be resistant to the Nigel Effect.
I hadn't thought of that, but it's true!
You know the number of times we've had an argument or clashed over anything in the last 2.5 years? Zero times. He is not needy or clingy or a head-tripper. He doesn't whine or wish I spent more time with him. And because he's married and the rules are that at the end of the night he goes home to his wife, I never have my sleep disrupted by snoring and farting, unless we take a trip together.
I probably should have started dating married men ages ago. It works out better than I thought. :lulz:
So, I'm back in London.
Plus sides: ready availability of lamb samosas. Actual 24 hour shopping.
Negatives: not seeing daylight for three days in a row. Uh....
Due to them wanting me down here on an awkward date, I wasn't able to actually bring all my stuff with me. I also, unforunately, was expected to work overnight on the same day I moved in...so I'm currently surrounded by half unpacked stuff and microwave meals (because I couldn't bring my cooking stuff down).
Living accomodations seem alright - not keen on the main road facing window, but I have a decent kitchen and the flat is set back from the rest of the building, minimising the noise from the students. Still not sure what is going on work wise - it seems we have 20 different registers and putting me on duty last night with another new person probably did not help matters much. But they seem to have plentiful staff and that staff seem at least competent, though no doubt my opinion on that will change as I figure out what the paperwork actually means.
Seems like a decent halfway house between the more laissez faire place I originally worked for in London, and the totalitarian society envisaged by the one in Switzerland. Not really met many students, but working nights I will basically see them as they come in, make sure they are in bed, and then sit in the reception area all night surfing Reddit and looking at pictures of lolcats, at least until they fix the WiFi.
Which is the other thing. The internet here is awesome. 20 mbps download speed, 50 mbps upload speed....once my proper computer is here, I should have sufficient bandwidth for easy and regular Youtube uploads. I will also try livestreaming again...since I'm working nights anyway, and I can shop any time of the day, I'm more on American than UK time in the first place, and staying up all night isn't really gonna bother me.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 04:34:16 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 04:10:49 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 03:59:34 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 02:07:44 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 05:22:43 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 03:03:48 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 06, 2015, 12:49:34 AM
I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
He also seems to be resistant to the Nigel Effect.
I hadn't thought of that, but it's true!
You know the number of times we've had an argument or clashed over anything in the last 2.5 years? Zero times. He is not needy or clingy or a head-tripper. He doesn't whine or wish I spent more time with him. And because he's married and the rules are that at the end of the night he goes home to his wife, I never have my sleep disrupted by snoring and farting, unless we take a trip together.
I probably should have started dating married men ages ago. It works out better than I thought. :lulz:
Sounds about perfect.
Me, I'm the other way. Jenn and I are like a matched set of "Overly-Attached Girlfriend". It would in fact be creepy if both of us weren't as clingy as we both really are. And I can't sleep without being tangled up with someone in the bed, which is why travel is such a bitch for me.
Quote from: Cain on January 06, 2015, 04:57:13 PM
So, I'm back in London.
Plus sides: ready availability of lamb samosas. Actual 24 hour shopping.
Negatives: not seeing daylight for three days in a row. Uh....
Due to them wanting me down here on an awkward date, I wasn't able to actually bring all my stuff with me. I also, unforunately, was expected to work overnight on the same day I moved in...so I'm currently surrounded by half unpacked stuff and microwave meals (because I couldn't bring my cooking stuff down).
Living accomodations seem alright - not keen on the main road facing window, but I have a decent kitchen and the flat is set back from the rest of the building, minimising the noise from the students. Still not sure what is going on work wise - it seems we have 20 different registers and putting me on duty last night with another new person probably did not help matters much. But they seem to have plentiful staff and that staff seem at least competent, though no doubt my opinion on that will change as I figure out what the paperwork actually means.
Seems like a decent halfway house between the more laissez faire place I originally worked for in London, and the totalitarian society envisaged by the one in Switzerland. Not really met many students, but working nights I will basically see them as they come in, make sure they are in bed, and then sit in the reception area all night surfing Reddit and looking at pictures of lolcats, at least until they fix the WiFi.
Which is the other thing. The internet here is awesome. 20 mbps download speed, 50 mbps upload speed....once my proper computer is here, I should have sufficient bandwidth for easy and regular Youtube uploads. I will also try livestreaming again...since I'm working nights anyway, and I can shop any time of the day, I'm more on American than UK time in the first place, and staying up all night isn't really gonna bother me.
I'd frickin' kill to live in London.
This is Islington, I should point out. It's like all the advantages of London, with virtually none of the disadvantages, except the very real and threatening possibility of running into Boris Johnson at some point or another.
Quote from: Cain on January 06, 2015, 05:11:20 PM
This is Islington, I should point out. It's like all the advantages of London, with virtually none of the disadvantages, except the very real and threatening possibility of running into Boris Johnson at some point or another.
The disadvantages are really part of the attraction for me. London as I recall it is a town where you can just roll around in your own mess and nobody gives a shit.
Yeah, Islington's a bastion of Labour in the city, which means they sorta at least pretend to give a shit what people are doing (or, depending on who is in charge, actively meddle in it).
But you're never more than 20 minutes away from a more fun part of London anyway. Tube's a 2 minute walk away, and from there I could get to somewhere like Dalston with almost no effort. And Dalston is a shithole.
Quote from: Cain on January 06, 2015, 05:19:56 PM
Yeah, Islington's a bastion of Labour in the city, which means they sorta at least pretend to give a shit what people are doing (or, depending on who is in charge, actively meddle in it).
But you're never more than 20 minutes away from a more fun part of London anyway. Tube's a 2 minute walk away, and from there I could get to somewhere like Dalston with almost no effort. And Dalston is a shithole.
Years ago, when I'd heard they'd gentrified Soho, part of me curled up and died.
At least there's still Lambeth Road.
There is, isn't there?
Quote from: Sir Squid Diddimus on January 05, 2015, 05:11:29 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 05, 2015, 05:00:16 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 07:19:20 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 05:16:05 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
If they did it to a real drink, like scotch or vodka, someone might actually kill them for their crimes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 06:11:15 PM
What's chilli beer?
It's beer, with chilli flavouring. Or something. It's not entirely clear because there are no ingredients on the packaging. It's insanely spicy, too. Like, the mild beer was like drinking a jalfrezi. The medium was like smearing curry powder directly over your eyes. I'm dreading the final one.
There was one brewery back home that made a good green chili beer. It was a really light ale and you just got the bit of bite at the end. Good in summer.
It can be good if done right. Say Two Henry's Blueberry Jalapeno Porter. Decent.
If you see Billy's Chilies or Ghost Face Killah, run. Just run.
:lol: My boyfriend and I split a bottle of the Ghost Face Killah a while ago because we saw it and had to. Now I am happy to shove all manner of spicy food in my face hole (bought him some Carolina reaper beef jerky for Christmas - it was quite tasty), but that was just awful. What little "beer" flavor I could detect under the heat reminded me of Budweiser if someone decided to grind up a bunch of peppers in it, which I'm sure is essentially what it was. Even splitting it, it was a struggle to get through.
Now I've had, and he's made, some chipotle flavored beers that were well made, with the right amount of spice. But there are plenty of examples out there that show that just because you can, doesn't mean you should.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 06, 2015, 05:25:00 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 06, 2015, 05:19:56 PM
Yeah, Islington's a bastion of Labour in the city, which means they sorta at least pretend to give a shit what people are doing (or, depending on who is in charge, actively meddle in it).
But you're never more than 20 minutes away from a more fun part of London anyway. Tube's a 2 minute walk away, and from there I could get to somewhere like Dalston with almost no effort. And Dalston is a shithole.
Years ago, when I'd heard they'd gentrified Soho, part of me curled up and died.
At least there's still Lambeth Road.
There is, isn't there?
For now. Between gentrification, the Olympics, the Mayor and the social policies of the current government, London is slowly, but surely, being cleansed of undesirable elements. It's not enough to simply have gated communities, the global elite must gate the entire city against unforgivably poor people, cluttering the place up with their nonsense and, incidentally, sitting on some very valuable real estate.
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on January 06, 2015, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: Sir Squid Diddimus on January 05, 2015, 05:11:29 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 05, 2015, 05:00:16 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 07:19:20 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 05:16:05 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
If they did it to a real drink, like scotch or vodka, someone might actually kill them for their crimes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 06:11:15 PM
What's chilli beer?
It's beer, with chilli flavouring. Or something. It's not entirely clear because there are no ingredients on the packaging. It's insanely spicy, too. Like, the mild beer was like drinking a jalfrezi. The medium was like smearing curry powder directly over your eyes. I'm dreading the final one.
There was one brewery back home that made a good green chili beer. It was a really light ale and you just got the bit of bite at the end. Good in summer.
It can be good if done right. Say Two Henry's Blueberry Jalapeno Porter. Decent.
If you see Billy's Chilies or Ghost Face Killah, run. Just run.
:lol: My boyfriend and I split a bottle of the Ghost Face Killah a while ago because we saw it and had to. Now I am happy to shove all manner of spicy food in my face hole (bought him some Carolina reaper beef jerky for Christmas - it was quite tasty), but that was just awful. What little "beer" flavor I could detect under the heat reminded me of Budweiser if someone decided to grind up a bunch of peppers in it, which I'm sure is essentially what it was. Even splitting it, it was a struggle to get through.
Now I've had, and he's made, some chipotle flavored beers that were well made, with the right amount of spice. But there are plenty of examples out there that show that just because you can, doesn't mean you should.
That made with Ghost Peppers?
Not surprising it was lousy. Those are mostly used for evil. Only ever seen them used for good once, in deviled eggs. So good. So painful. I ate like 6 of them. Equal parts satisfaction and regret.
Next time I leave North America, I'm going to have to put London on the list. In such a way that I spend more time there than several hours at Heathrow waiting for the buses to start up again, and then waiting at the bus station for the bus to Liverpool.
List of regrets includes being in London, but not really.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 06, 2015, 05:35:19 PM
Next time I leave North America, I'm going to have to put London on the list. In such a way that I spend more time there than several hours at Heathrow waiting for the buses to start up again, and then waiting at the bus station for the bus to Liverpool.
List of regrets includes being in London, but not really.
Heathrow is everything that is wrong with the Western world, rolled up into one crowded, disorganized, and decaying ant hill.
Yeah, Heathrow isn't really part of London, because that would suggest it had a redeeming quality.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 06, 2015, 05:34:48 PM
Quote from: trippinprincezz13 on January 06, 2015, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: Sir Squid Diddimus on January 05, 2015, 05:11:29 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 05, 2015, 05:00:16 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 07:19:20 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 04, 2015, 05:16:05 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 04, 2015, 01:30:54 PM
Also, tried some chillli beer the other day. It was about as good as could be expected...which is to say, no bueno.
Why must people fuck with beer? It's perfect the way it is, and very simple. You give grain to Germans and Dutch people, and you drink what they make with it and you do NOT QUESTION THE SYSTEM.
If they did it to a real drink, like scotch or vodka, someone might actually kill them for their crimes.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 04, 2015, 06:11:15 PM
What's chilli beer?
It's beer, with chilli flavouring. Or something. It's not entirely clear because there are no ingredients on the packaging. It's insanely spicy, too. Like, the mild beer was like drinking a jalfrezi. The medium was like smearing curry powder directly over your eyes. I'm dreading the final one.
There was one brewery back home that made a good green chili beer. It was a really light ale and you just got the bit of bite at the end. Good in summer.
It can be good if done right. Say Two Henry's Blueberry Jalapeno Porter. Decent.
If you see Billy's Chilies or Ghost Face Killah, run. Just run.
:lol: My boyfriend and I split a bottle of the Ghost Face Killah a while ago because we saw it and had to. Now I am happy to shove all manner of spicy food in my face hole (bought him some Carolina reaper beef jerky for Christmas - it was quite tasty), but that was just awful. What little "beer" flavor I could detect under the heat reminded me of Budweiser if someone decided to grind up a bunch of peppers in it, which I'm sure is essentially what it was. Even splitting it, it was a struggle to get through.
Now I've had, and he's made, some chipotle flavored beers that were well made, with the right amount of spice. But there are plenty of examples out there that show that just because you can, doesn't mean you should.
That made with Ghost Peppers?
Not surprising it was lousy. Those are mostly used for evil. Only ever seen them used for good once, in deviled eggs. So good. So painful. I ate like 6 of them. Equal parts satisfaction and regret.
Yea, I think Ghost Peppers, Serrano, Jalapeno and maybe Habanero or something else? Whatever the combination, it didn't belong anywhere near beer.
Ghost peppers are definitely good for burning your face and everything else as they work through your digestive system. Likewise with the Scorpion and Reaper peppers that knocked Ghost peppers out of the top spot for hottest pepper. A place near my work used to make ghost pepper wings that were oh so tasty, but came back the next day to remind you what you did. The place is now under new management and apparently significantly cut down on the amount they used, resulting in much disappointment when one is looking to set their face on fire.
Including them in/on deviled eggs does sound quite interesting though.
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Next time I leave North America, I'm going to have to put London on the list. In such a way that I spend more time there than several hours at Heathrow waiting for the buses to start up again, and then waiting at the bus station for the bus to Liverpool.
List of regrets includes being in London, but not really.
Heathrow is everything that is wrong with the Western world, rolled up into one crowded, disorganized, and decaying ant hill.
My girlfriend at the time and I spent the night in a filthy lounge chainsmoking and playing card games, grumbling about the immigration officer who made us miss the last bus because Merkins apparently take Erngersh jerbs. This was news to us because we're from the awesomest country in the world.
"What kind of job do you have in the United States that gives you 5 weeks off of work to visit Europe?"
"Uh... one that I like having?"
"How are you getting from Ireland to France?"
"We're going to figure that out once we get to Ireland. Since I have family there."
"Ok, I'll let you in to the country, but you better be on that plane out of Paris"
"Well, we did buy return tickets, and we're heading to Ireland pretty soon, so, I don't really think it's something you need to worry about"
It was a decade ago but things I recall are a couple of people who just conked the fuck out, security shooting the shit with us because they were also bored, and once we actually got the bus, a friendly Welshman in a suit pointing out all of the London landmarks from our bus. He was the most intelligible Welsh person I've ever run into.
Actually Welshman. I don't think I've ever seen a female Welsh person. Which raises interesting questions.
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Yeah, Heathrow isn't really part of London, because that would suggest it had a redeeming quality.
:horrormirth:
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 06, 2015, 06:03:45 PM
Actually Welshman. I don't think I've ever seen a female Welsh person. Which raises interesting questions.
You have, you just don't know it. They look a lot like this:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1320/1440875785_f1619cdd1f.jpg)
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Actually Welshman. I don't think I've ever seen a female Welsh person. Which raises interesting questions.
You have, you just don't know it. They look a lot like this:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1320/1440875785_f1619cdd1f.jpg)
:lulz:
So I'm at work. It's 10 past midnight and, apart from the handover notes, I have absolutely fuck all to do for the next 6 hours.
Thank god for high speed internet.
So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
:lulz:
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So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
:lulz:
"I don't have to educate you!"
I can't wait to use that as a citation in my thesis.
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So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
:lulz:
"I don't have to educate you!"
I can't wait to use that as a citation in my thesis.
I love Facebook. It's like going to the zoo with a knife and fork.
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So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
:lulz:
Whaaaaat
Oh damn, I have reading to do but first I need to see this. :lulz:
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So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
:lulz:
"I don't have to educate you!"
I can't wait to use that as a citation in my thesis.
I love Facebook. It's like going to the zoo with a knife and fork.
Marilyn Monroe went to the zoo once. And was banged by EVERYONE there. Women, children, the animals...everyone. She was a filthy gutter skank who gave it up for EVERYONE....except me :(
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 07, 2015, 12:35:35 AM
So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
:lulz:
Whaaaaat
Oh damn, I have reading to do but first I need to see this. :lulz:
Doktor Howl: Bad for your schoolin'.
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 07, 2015, 12:35:35 AM
So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
:lulz:
"I don't have to educate you!"
I can't wait to use that as a citation in my thesis.
I love Facebook. It's like going to the zoo with a knife and fork.
Marilyn Monroe went to the zoo once. And was banged by EVERYONE there. Women, children, the animals...everyone. She was a filthy gutter skank who gave it up for EVERYONE....except me :(
:lulz:
Lovely fucker, isn't he?
I love the people who take the personal lives of historical figures and point to them as proof that they were terrible people and not worthy of having their work respected.
The list of conditions for reconciliation, for instance (I especially loved the stipulation that she endeavor to refrain from belittling him in front of their children... not entirely, just in front of the kids) as proof that Einstein was some kind of evil bastard. If the shit I've said during the deterioration of my relationships ever becomes public, I'd be a monster by comparison. And Tesla was kind of an asshole too. For that matter, I would put money on every famous scientist who ever lived being an asshole, particularly in the romantic arena, because THEY WERE PEOPLE.
People are fucking dicks, and relationships are the opportunity we all have to spend so much time with one other person that the full extent of our capacity to be dicks is realized.
And Monroe had sex with ANYONE SHE WANTED. THAT WHORE. :lol:
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So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
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Frank Cathcart Go get informed on history and the facts behind a person. Einstein might of been a genius but he was a complete asshole.
Might OF been. Don't you dare come insulting his intelligence.
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Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 07, 2015, 12:35:35 AM
So, I met some hipsters on FB. They were explaining how Einstein stole all of his work from Picasso and Kant.
hxxps://www.facebook.com/reid.anderson.50/posts/853184271414541?comment_id=853473658052269&offset=0&total_comments=55¬if_t=share_reply
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Frank Cathcart Go get informed on history and the facts behind a person. Einstein might of been a genius but he was a complete asshole.
Might OF been. Don't you dare come insulting his intelligence.
:lulz:
It's cavemen like me that fuck up everyone's utopia.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 07, 2015, 01:23:04 AM
And Monroe had sex with ANYONE SHE WANTED. THAT WHORE. :lol:
I think I called it with the trilby thing.
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 07, 2015, 01:23:04 AM
And Monroe had sex with ANYONE SHE WANTED. THAT WHORE. :lol:
I think I called it with the trilby thing.
I believe that you most likely did.
I love how they gave up after Nigel showed up.
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I love how they gave up after Nigel showed up.
Story of my life. :(
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I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
He also seems to be resistant to the Nigel Effect.
I hadn't thought of that, but it's true!
You know the number of times we've had an argument or clashed over anything in the last 2.5 years? Zero times. He is not needy or clingy or a head-tripper. He doesn't whine or wish I spent more time with him.
Similar state of affairs with the lady I've been hanging out with. Seven months or so now, and nary a whisper of a grrr. No head trips. No weird emotional weirdness from either one of use. Hell...7 months in and we're still "hanging out," though feels are certainly beginning to develop.
I absolutely don't know how to navigate waters this calm (not that I know how to navigate stormy waters well...just more used to them). Confused as all hell. And by "confused" I mean, faced with a situation that is in no way conflicted, troublesome, or confusing in any way. Confused by my definition of confused, I think.
Not dead.
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I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
He also seems to be resistant to the Nigel Effect.
I hadn't thought of that, but it's true!
You know the number of times we've had an argument or clashed over anything in the last 2.5 years? Zero times. He is not needy or clingy or a head-tripper. He doesn't whine or wish I spent more time with him.
Similar state of affairs with the lady I've been hanging out with. Seven months or so now, and nary a whisper of a grrr. No head trips. No weird emotional weirdness from either one of use. Hell...7 months in and we're still "hanging out," though feels are certainly beginning to develop.
I absolutely don't know how to navigate waters this calm (not that I know how to navigate stormy waters well...just more used to them). Confused as all hell. And by "confused" I mean, faced with a situation that is in no way conflicted, troublesome, or confusing in any way. Confused by my definition of confused, I think.
Yeah, you know, it's weird; all of my past romantic relationships involved classic American Love Story elements: The Sparks. The Obstacle. The Longing. The Clash of Wills. The Madly In Love. The Trouble. And finally, The Heartbreak.
I was so bought into that model that for the first two years with the old man, I was like "Meh, this is fun but it's just a summer fling. Meh, I really like him but it's not like I'm in love with him. Meh, we just enjoy each other's company but it's not like it'll ever be serious." And then I realize we're pushing up on three years AND I STILL REALLY LIKE HANGING OUT WITH HIM. It's just really really nice and I really like it and nothing ever really sucks or is really bad, because we both kind of have a "hey, why not?" attitude towards whatever happens.
I'm not even really sure what "being serious" means, anymore. We're never serious, we just have a good time and are good to each other. And I don't really ever want to go back to my previous model of "love" because it was exciting and dramatic and made for some good art, but it FUCKING SUCKED. It's a bad model, and I'm glad to be rid of it.
THE ONLY MOVIE REVIEW OF INTERSTELLAR THAT YOU NEED:
A moody, but exciting sci-fi spectacle that sometimes gets in over its head with philosophical mumbo-jumbo. I would have liked to see more planets and the like.
Mostly, watch it to see the robots if you like cool robots.
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THE ONLY MOVIE REVIEW OF INTERSTELLAR THAT YOU NEED:
A moody, but exciting sci-fi spectacle that sometimes gets in over its head with philosophical mumbo-jumbo. I would have liked to see more planets and the like.
Mostly, watch it to see the robots if you like cool robots.
+1. Solid review.
Dok Howl, I thought you might like this link my neuropharmacology professor posted: http://titus-a.blogspot.com/2007/09/ambien-cookbook.html
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 07, 2015, 09:26:55 PM
Dok Howl, I thought you might like this link my neuropharmacology professor posted: http://titus-a.blogspot.com/2007/09/ambien-cookbook.html
:lulz: I FUCKING DIED!!!
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 07, 2015, 09:26:55 PM
Dok Howl, I thought you might like this link my neuropharmacology professor posted: http://titus-a.blogspot.com/2007/09/ambien-cookbook.html
:lulz:
Says nothing about driving while unconscious. I feel ripped off.
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I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
He also seems to be resistant to the Nigel Effect.
I hadn't thought of that, but it's true!
You know the number of times we've had an argument or clashed over anything in the last 2.5 years? Zero times. He is not needy or clingy or a head-tripper. He doesn't whine or wish I spent more time with him.
Similar state of affairs with the lady I've been hanging out with. Seven months or so now, and nary a whisper of a grrr. No head trips. No weird emotional weirdness from either one of use. Hell...7 months in and we're still "hanging out," though feels are certainly beginning to develop.
I absolutely don't know how to navigate waters this calm (not that I know how to navigate stormy waters well...just more used to them). Confused as all hell. And by "confused" I mean, faced with a situation that is in no way conflicted, troublesome, or confusing in any way. Confused by my definition of confused, I think.
Calm water has powerful undercurrents that quietly pull you to the riverbed to gently drown among heaps of beer cans.
Just saying.
Going on tour in two weeks. FUN TIMES!
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 07, 2015, 10:58:06 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 07, 2015, 09:26:55 PM
Dok Howl, I thought you might like this link my neuropharmacology professor posted: http://titus-a.blogspot.com/2007/09/ambien-cookbook.html
:lulz:
Says nothing about driving while unconscious. I feel ripped off.
We did discuss it in class, though! If it makes you feel any better.
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I think I'm kind of in love. Didn't really expect it, but what the hell.
Yeah?
Old man on the side.
I guess after two and a half years, why not?
If it's who I think it is, then I feel better about the whole thing. For what it's worth.
Aw. :) Yeah, it's that guy.
Not that me and love are ever a good idea, but hell, he's about the nicest person there is. I think the main thing is that he's the first guy I think I've ever dated who just flat-out accepts me for who I am, and doesn't try to shoehorn me into being what he wishes I was.
He also seems to be resistant to the Nigel Effect.
I hadn't thought of that, but it's true!
You know the number of times we've had an argument or clashed over anything in the last 2.5 years? Zero times. He is not needy or clingy or a head-tripper. He doesn't whine or wish I spent more time with him.
Similar state of affairs with the lady I've been hanging out with. Seven months or so now, and nary a whisper of a grrr. No head trips. No weird emotional weirdness from either one of use. Hell...7 months in and we're still "hanging out," though feels are certainly beginning to develop.
I absolutely don't know how to navigate waters this calm (not that I know how to navigate stormy waters well...just more used to them). Confused as all hell. And by "confused" I mean, faced with a situation that is in no way conflicted, troublesome, or confusing in any way. Confused by my definition of confused, I think.
Calm water has powerful undercurrents that quietly pull you to the riverbed to gently drown among heaps of beer cans.
Just saying.
Make it beer bottles...*good* beer bottles, and I'm all over that.
Today I spent a great deal of time trying to format the CV of an 'excellent communicator'. Said communicator is so excellent, he used the word 'excellent' six times in the first paragraph of his CV.
He makes in a day approximately what I make in a month.
I had to laugh.
Could be worse.
If this place were inspected by Ofsted tomorrow, it would be shut down. It's a fucking shambles here. The building itself is pretty shit, too...looks like someone hasn't refurbished it since the 1960s.
I'm not quitting, but I will be looking for other positions, once my degree is over with.
Oof. Good luck.
Found out today that I have staggeringly low levels of testosterone. This could be the cause of any number of the problems I've been mostly ignoring for a long time. Here's hoping some testosterone will cure me...
And luckily I don't have to worry about the added testosterone making me go bald... :horrormirth:
Quote from: Hoopla on January 08, 2015, 09:30:21 PM
Found out today that I have staggeringly low levels of testosterone. This could be the cause of any number of the problems I've been mostly ignoring for a long time. Here's hoping some testosterone will cure me...
And luckily I don't have to worry about the added testosterone making me go bald... :horrormirth:
Oh wow! Let us know how it goes. How long before you should start seeing effects?
Quote from: Cain on January 08, 2015, 06:18:56 PM
Could be worse.
If this place were inspected by Ofsted tomorrow, it would be shut down. It's a fucking shambles here. The building itself is pretty shit, too...looks like someone hasn't refurbished it since the 1960s.
I'm not quitting, but I will be looking for other positions, once my degree is over with.
Every description of every school you've worked in terrifies me, Cain. Every single one just sounds awful.
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Found out today that I have staggeringly low levels of testosterone. This could be the cause of any number of the problems I've been mostly ignoring for a long time. Here's hoping some testosterone will cure me...
And luckily I don't have to worry about the added testosterone making me go bald... :horrormirth:
Oh wow! Let us know how it goes. How long before you should start seeing effects?
Not certain yet. I found out by being a preliminary subject in a study which isn't yet funded. They were nice enough to give me the results anyway.
Which leads me to a question... am I screwing over the people hoping to do the study if I just go to my doctor with the results, and ask for treatment?
I'm sure the study is worthwhile, but it may never get funded, and my priority is sort of myself in this whole scenario. I have this high hope that if I can get this treated I might be able to overcome some of the afflictions I've been living with, but I don't want to screw over science.
Thoughts?
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Found out today that I have staggeringly low levels of testosterone. This could be the cause of any number of the problems I've been mostly ignoring for a long time. Here's hoping some testosterone will cure me...
And luckily I don't have to worry about the added testosterone making me go bald... :horrormirth:
Oh wow! Let us know how it goes. How long before you should start seeing effects?
Not certain yet. I found out by being a preliminary subject in a study which isn't yet funded. They were nice enough to give me the results anyway.
Which leads me to a question... am I screwing over the people hoping to do the study if I just go to my doctor with the results, and ask for treatment?
I'm sure the study is worthwhile, but it may never get funded, and my priority is sort of myself in this whole scenario. I have this high hope that if I can get this treated I might be able to overcome some of the afflictions I've been living with, but I don't want to screw over science.
Thoughts?
You were a preliminary subject, which means they aren't expecting anyone to hold off on medical treatment on the off chance that they get funding. The only thing that I'd recommend is having your doctor retest you.
Finding myself in one of my depressive moods again. Fell totally to pieces today after coming home from work emotionally exhausted and yelling at my dad( who just got home from from having back surgery) why applying to Costco with a Bachelors degree seems less than appealing to me. Seriously, last thing i needed today was being reminded that even though i am busting my ass to not fail at a job that i feel like really makes a difference in the world, pushing shopping carts around would be a huge step up in my station. The fact that this is provably true, and not my dad just being a dick, somehow makes this sting all the more.
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Could be worse.
If this place were inspected by Ofsted tomorrow, it would be shut down. It's a fucking shambles here. The building itself is pretty shit, too...looks like someone hasn't refurbished it since the 1960s.
I'm not quitting, but I will be looking for other positions, once my degree is over with.
Every description of every school you've worked in terrifies me, Cain. Every single one just sounds awful.
Switzerland (2nd time around) wasnt so bad. Except the shitty attitude towards staff. If they had given me two days off a week, I likely would have stayed. The other two however...yeah, I'm thinking is this a mix of being in London, and of being relatively new colleges.
Speaking of which, I just applied to another school in Switzerland. This one is seriously high quality, though. As in, "formal dress code for dinner" quality. We'll see.
I just scored my rape apologist badge for calling out a guy in the FB Occupy PDX group who dropped dox he hadn't vetted in any way, or even attempted to understand. He posted dude's entry on the sex offender registry (solicitation of a minor), and then another 68 pages of rap sheet from another state.
Thing is, the 68 page rap sheet included offenses dude somehow committed in North Carolina while simultaneously incarcerated in Florida, including a truancy charge from 2009 (when dude was in his 40's), and indecent liberties with a minor from the 80's (when dude, himself, was a minor). Mixed in among these, were several assault on a woman charges.
At first I was the only one questioning the OP. This illustrated how I was contributing to #RapeCulture, according to him, and was a full-blown rape apologist according to several others. The idea that kept getting pushed on me is that since rapists violate the dignity of their victims (again...solicitation of a minor), being extra careful before dropping dox on someone on the registry is not zero-tolerance enough.
Then other people found the glaring discrepancies above, and when they started getting pointed out, OP's response was "WHY ARE YOU DEFENDING A CHILD FUCKER." And that since he probably fucked other minors than the one he was arrested for soliciting in a chatroom sting, there was no real violation in also exposing the multiple assaults on women (that he hadn't committed).
I...there's a thing here...and it's not a good thing.
NLDM, I get the impression that you just arent thinking enough about The Children (a.k.a. our future btw) and are likely insufficiently committed to sparkle motion as well.
I've learned that tolerating things people didn't actually even do means that my tolerance isn't zero enough.
This is not the first time I've struggled with too high a tolerance.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:30:39 PM
I just scored my rape apologist badge for calling out a guy in the FB Occupy PDX group who dropped dox he hadn't vetted in any way, or even attempted to understand. He posted dude's entry on the sex offender registry (solicitation of a minor), and then another 68 pages of rap sheet from another state.
Thing is, the 68 page rap sheet included offenses dude somehow committed in North Carolina while simultaneously incarcerated in Florida, including a truancy charge from 2009 (when dude was in his 40's), and indecent liberties with a minor from the 80's (when dude, himself, was a minor). Mixed in among these, were several assault on a woman charges.
At first I was the only one questioning the OP. This illustrated how I was contributing to #RapeCulture, according to him, and was a full-blown rape apologist according to several others. The idea that kept getting pushed on me is that since rapists violate the dignity of their victims (again...solicitation of a minor), being extra careful before dropping dox on someone on the registry is not zero-tolerance enough.
Then other people found the glaring discrepancies above, and when they started getting pointed out, OP's response was "WHY ARE YOU DEFENDING A CHILD FUCKER." And that since he probably fucked other minors than the one he was arrested for soliciting in a chatroom sting, there was no real violation in also exposing the multiple assaults on women (that he hadn't committed).
I...there's a thing here...and it's not a good thing.
You seriously, seriously should read "Mistakes Were Made (but not by me) because the authors spend a chapter on the mental set of people who have made false accusations. It quite nicely covers the mental gymnastics that police, prosecutors, judges, and jurors will go through to justify why it's actually OK when someone goes to prison for something that it is later proven they didn't do. I think that this guy is probably a good case study of this effect.
The human mind can be fucking frightening.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 09, 2015, 09:41:01 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:30:39 PM
I just scored my rape apologist badge for calling out a guy in the FB Occupy PDX group who dropped dox he hadn't vetted in any way, or even attempted to understand. He posted dude's entry on the sex offender registry (solicitation of a minor), and then another 68 pages of rap sheet from another state.
Thing is, the 68 page rap sheet included offenses dude somehow committed in North Carolina while simultaneously incarcerated in Florida, including a truancy charge from 2009 (when dude was in his 40's), and indecent liberties with a minor from the 80's (when dude, himself, was a minor). Mixed in among these, were several assault on a woman charges.
At first I was the only one questioning the OP. This illustrated how I was contributing to #RapeCulture, according to him, and was a full-blown rape apologist according to several others. The idea that kept getting pushed on me is that since rapists violate the dignity of their victims (again...solicitation of a minor), being extra careful before dropping dox on someone on the registry is not zero-tolerance enough.
Then other people found the glaring discrepancies above, and when they started getting pointed out, OP's response was "WHY ARE YOU DEFENDING A CHILD FUCKER." And that since he probably fucked other minors than the one he was arrested for soliciting in a chatroom sting, there was no real violation in also exposing the multiple assaults on women (that he hadn't committed).
I...there's a thing here...and it's not a good thing.
You seriously, seriously should read "Mistakes Were Made (but not by me) because the authors spend a chapter on the mental set of people who have made false accusations. It quite nicely covers the mental gymnastics that police, prosecutors, judges, and jurors will go through to justify why it's actually OK when someone goes to prison for something that it is later proven they didn't do. I think that this guy is probably a good case study of this effect.
Sounds related to the mentality that says police murdering people is okay because here's a pic of them smoking pot or behaving in similar "thug" fashion.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:57:32 PM
I've learned that tolerating things people didn't actually even do means that my tolerance isn't zero enough.
This is not the first time I've struggled with too high a tolerance.
You can't argue with fanatics.
Do you remember Khara, and her insistence that allowing accused child molestors a jury trial was the same as condoning child rape?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 09:53:01 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:57:32 PM
I've learned that tolerating things people didn't actually even do means that my tolerance isn't zero enough.
This is not the first time I've struggled with too high a tolerance.
You can't argue with fanatics.
Do you remember Khara, and her insistence that allowing accused child molestors a jury trial was the same as condoning child rape?
I actually forgot about that. Her perspective was that if they're accused, they're guilty, period, and deserved to be executed summarily.
It would be a terrifying world in which accusation alone could result in execution. It would also be a world in which far fewer children who need help would seek it, because for most children having their parent taken away and killed is a far more terrifying and traumatizing prospect than living with being abused.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 09, 2015, 10:41:59 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 09:53:01 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:57:32 PM
I've learned that tolerating things people didn't actually even do means that my tolerance isn't zero enough.
This is not the first time I've struggled with too high a tolerance.
You can't argue with fanatics.
Do you remember Khara, and her insistence that allowing accused child molestors a jury trial was the same as condoning child rape?
I actually forgot about that. Her perspective was that if they're accused, they're guilty, period, and deserved to be executed summarily.
It would be a terrifying world in which accusation alone could result in execution. It would also be a world in which far fewer children who need help would seek it, because for most children having their parent taken away and killed is a far more terrifying and traumatizing prospect than living with being abused.
Oh. absolutely. I'm just looking at it from a principle POV. You're innocent until proven guilty, and an incompetent vigilante is an abomination.
Sort of recent example: A fucking "investigative" reporter who doesn't understand how reenlistments work.
A less recent example: My legal issues in 2005, where I actually turned down a jury trial because the evidence was on my side. My lawyer had counseled a bench trial for that reason, whereas if the evidence points at you, you go for a jury.
We have a legal system for a reason. Khara and the people NLDM was talking to are not an acceptable substitute
even if they're right, no matter how self-righteous they feel. The more heinous an accusation, the MORE important it is that a fair trial be held, whether it be a bench trial or a jury trial.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 11:03:45 PM
Sort of recent example: A fucking "investigative" reporter who doesn't understand how reenlistments work.
Que?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 11:03:45 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 09, 2015, 10:41:59 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 09:53:01 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:57:32 PM
I've learned that tolerating things people didn't actually even do means that my tolerance isn't zero enough.
This is not the first time I've struggled with too high a tolerance.
You can't argue with fanatics.
Do you remember Khara, and her insistence that allowing accused child molestors a jury trial was the same as condoning child rape?
I actually forgot about that. Her perspective was that if they're accused, they're guilty, period, and deserved to be executed summarily.
It would be a terrifying world in which accusation alone could result in execution. It would also be a world in which far fewer children who need help would seek it, because for most children having their parent taken away and killed is a far more terrifying and traumatizing prospect than living with being abused.
Oh. absolutely. I'm just looking at it from a principle POV. You're innocent until proven guilty, and an incompetent vigilante is an abomination.
Sort of recent example: A fucking "investigative" reporter who doesn't understand how reenlistments work.
A less recent example: My legal issues in 2005, where I actually turned down a jury trial because the evidence was on my side. My lawyer had counseled a bench trial for that reason, whereas if the evidence points at you, you go for a jury.
We have a legal system for a reason. Khara and the people NLDM was talking to are not an acceptable substitute even if they're right, no matter how self-righteous they feel. The more heinous an accusation, the MORE important it is that a fair trial be held, whether it be a bench trial or a jury trial.
Absofuckinglutely.
Quote from: Don Coyote on January 09, 2015, 11:12:28 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 11:03:45 PM
Sort of recent example: A fucking "investigative" reporter who doesn't understand how reenlistments work.
Que?
Rather painful water under the bridge, involving false accusations against my father regarding his military record.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 09, 2015, 11:15:28 PM
Quote from: Don Coyote on January 09, 2015, 11:12:28 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 11:03:45 PM
Sort of recent example: A fucking "investigative" reporter who doesn't understand how reenlistments work.
Que?
Rather painful water under the bridge, involving false accusations against my father regarding his military record.
Oh. I remember that.
Hey, I know it wasnt in this thread, but thanks everybody for all the links on humor analysis. I look forward to reading them when I go back on midnights.
Also, someone is in jail tonight because of me tonight... Never called the cops on anyone before...
The story - got the kids off the bus. Bus driver says, 'there's a guy down the road stuck in a snowbank, looks like he needs help. I think he's drunk'
So I go try to pull him out.
He doesn't want help, but I don't want to be responsible for him freezing to death - its fucking cold and windy.
Neighbor shows up to help.
Guy pulls knife on neighbor.
We leave. I call cops.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 09:53:01 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:57:32 PM
I've learned that tolerating things people didn't actually even do means that my tolerance isn't zero enough.
This is not the first time I've struggled with too high a tolerance.
You can't argue with fanatics.
Do you remember Khara, and her insistence that allowing accused child molestors a jury trial was the same as condoning child rape?
(http://i.imgur.com/LH3O2KQ.png)
Quote from: rong on January 10, 2015, 03:40:47 AM
Hey, I know it wasnt in this thread, but thanks everybody for all the links on humor analysis. I look forward to reading them when I go back on midnights.
Also, someone is in jail tonight because of me tonight... Never called the cops on anyone before...
The story - got the kids off the bus. Bus driver says, 'there's a guy down the road stuck in a snowbank, looks like he needs help. I think he's drunk'
So I go try to pull him out.
He doesn't want help, but I don't want to be responsible for him freezing to death - its fucking cold and windy.
Neighbor shows up to help.
Guy pulls knife on neighbor.
We leave. I call cops.
You did the right thing.
Quote from: Cain on January 10, 2015, 03:47:55 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 09, 2015, 09:53:01 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 09, 2015, 07:57:32 PM
I've learned that tolerating things people didn't actually even do means that my tolerance isn't zero enough.
This is not the first time I've struggled with too high a tolerance.
You can't argue with fanatics.
Do you remember Khara, and her insistence that allowing accused child molestors a jury trial was the same as condoning child rape?
(http://i.imgur.com/LH3O2KQ.png)
Deluded people who think that doggedly pursuing punishment equals seeking justice. Guarantee that none of them know what "rape culture" really means.
Yeah, I'm getting kinda (read: extremely) worried by contemporary liberalism's punishment fetish. Of course, this could be because contemporary liberalism is dominated by upper class dweebs who have never seen the results of the carceral state in full swing or how the power of the state falls disproportionately on the poor, on ethnic minorities and on alternative sexualities.
Throw in the dangerous attitudes towards free speech which have been made abundantly clear in the past few days, the complete inability to argue positions on their merits (instead relying on mockery, online mobs and character assassination), the insular tree club mentality of upper class brats, the reduction of liberalism from political ideology to social mores and the unabashed worship of state power so long as it is directed at the "right" people (suspected rapists, paedophiles, PUA douchebags, "hate preachers") or at the very least controlled by the right people (Obama drone striking the shit out of 8 different countries at once is pretty cool), and I'm this close to calling it a day for liberalism entirely.
I mean, either you believe in unalieable rights (which don't necessarily and, IMO, shouldn't be considered "natural rights") and aiding the weakest and most vulnerable in society, or you don't. And I'm increasingly getting the impression that modern liberalism dont.
i survived moving house! The new flat is gorgeous and comnvienient for ALL THE THINGS. There is still a not unconsiderable amount of unpacking to be done, but the kitchen is useable. Landlord and landlady live next door, and have offered me use of thir wifi for a as yet unknown nominal fee, which I need to sort out this weekend so i can manage my finances and housing assistance, and i've got the local authority to agree to treat me as if i am 35 already for the purposes of said housing assistance, ensuring that i can pay next months rent ok and get furniture that i need. :D
i am however exhausted, but i have been keeping on top of chores and dealing with a bit more unpacking each day.
Quote from: Cain on January 10, 2015, 09:17:17 AM
Yeah, I'm getting kinda (read: extremely) worried by contemporary liberalism's punishment fetish. Of course, this could be because contemporary liberalism is dominated by upper class dweebs who have never seen the results of the carceral state in full swing or how the power of the state falls disproportionately on the poor, on ethnic minorities and on alternative sexualities.
Throw in the dangerous attitudes towards free speech which have been made abundantly clear in the past few days, the complete inability to argue positions on their merits (instead relying on mockery, online mobs and character assassination), the insular tree club mentality of upper class brats, the reduction of liberalism from political ideology to social mores and the unabashed worship of state power so long as it is directed at the "right" people (suspected rapists, paedophiles, PUA douchebags, "hate preachers") or at the very least controlled by the right people (Obama drone striking the shit out of 8 different countries at once is pretty cool), and I'm this close to calling it a day for liberalism entirely.
I mean, either you believe in unalieable rights (which don't necessarily and, IMO, shouldn't be considered "natural rights") and aiding the weakest and most vulnerable in society, or you don't. And I'm increasingly getting the impression that modern liberalism dont.
This is one reason that I am wary of associating myself with the liberal label. Liberalism has been embraced by a strange and alarming breed of fascist that I want nothing to do with, not even in the form of sharing an umbrella. I am unaware of whether "progressive" or "socialist" have been similarly tainted, but right now most labels kind of alarm me because of the zealotry phenomenon and the cultural/mental set of punishing the unbelievers.
Congrats on the move, Pixie!
Is it normal for an employer to call you back for 3 separate interviews over the course of 2 months and then just tell you to fuck off?
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 10, 2015, 09:32:44 PM
Is it normal for an employer to call you back for 3 separate interviews over the course of 2 months and then just tell you to fuck off?
The problem could be the recruiter(s).
Is it the same recruiter? Maybe they are having an unusual ammount of useless people fill that position that redo the same work, keep no history of activity, get fired and the next person repeats the cycle?
Last night I met a nuclear physics major who pronounced "nuclear" "nucular" and hated chemistry and biology because it involves "too much memorization". Now, I understand where he's coming from with regards to biology, it's a complicated clusterfuck of almost totally arbitrary nomenclature and intricate processes. But chemistry? IT'S ALL ELECTRON BEHAVIOR. If you can understand electron behavior, you can understand chemistry. When I pointed this out, he said "Yeah, I don't know very much about electrons, I'm more interested in the nucleus". He then proceeded to tell me how he did A work but got a C because the professor didn't like him.
This man wants to work in nuclear power. We should all be afraid.
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
So he wants to work in Nuclear Energy but hes deeply concerned about the environmental impact of wind farms? Wow.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
I assume you are capable of this because you already have your dick up everyone's asses? Because I would be having a hard time not trying to plant my foot up this guy's.
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 10, 2015, 11:36:47 PM
So he wants to work in Nuclear Energy but hes deeply concerned about the environmental impact of wind farms? Wow.
Oh, yes. Yes. It's marvelous. He is convinced that nuclear IS THE ANSWER and that we are all stupid for failing to realize this. Because it is actually very very safe, under normal circumstances (ie. as long as everything goes right, which makes as much logical sense as saying that bears are very very safe except for when they aren't).
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 10, 2015, 11:37:16 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
I assume you are capable of this because you already have your dick up everyone's asses? Because I would be having a hard time not trying to plant my foot up this guy's.
I have almost unlimited capacity for egging idiots on in pursuit of entertainment.
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 10, 2015, 09:32:44 PM
Is it normal for an employer to call you back for 3 separate interviews over the course of 2 months and then just tell you to fuck off?
Happened to me a couple times in the last year.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:42:48 PM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 10, 2015, 11:36:47 PM
So he wants to work in Nuclear Energy but hes deeply concerned about the environmental impact of wind farms? Wow.
Oh, yes. Yes. It's marvelous. He is convinced that nuclear IS THE ANSWER and that we are all stupid for failing to realize this. Because it is actually very very safe, under normal circumstances (ie. as long as everything goes right, which makes as much logical sense as saying that bears are very very safe except for when they aren't).
Or, as long as people like him aren't at the wheel.
Quote from: Hoopla on January 10, 2015, 11:55:35 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:42:48 PM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 10, 2015, 11:36:47 PM
So he wants to work in Nuclear Energy but hes deeply concerned about the environmental impact of wind farms? Wow.
Oh, yes. Yes. It's marvelous. He is convinced that nuclear IS THE ANSWER and that we are all stupid for failing to realize this. Because it is actually very very safe, under normal circumstances (ie. as long as everything goes right, which makes as much logical sense as saying that bears are very very safe except for when they aren't).
Or, as long as people like him aren't at the wheel.
And as long as there isn't a natural disaster of unforeseen magnitude. And as long as humans don't make errors. Because those never happen.
Nuclear power really is by and large very safe, except for when it rarely isn't, which is rare but potentially catastrophic, and except for the generation of waste that we haven't figured out what to do with.
Yeah, all that. I never understood why the 911 hijackers bothered with the World Trade Center (other than as a symbol), when they could have flown some planes into nuclear power plants.
Or would that have even worked?
Who knows. The nuclear industry says reactors are so heavily fortified that flying a plane into them would not breach them...but the nuclear industry says a lot of stupid, unreliable and flat out wrong shit.
I doubt any government has carried out tests to check, either. Energy industry = all rules waivered, especially an energy industry with such national security implications as nuclear power.
Quote from: Cain on January 11, 2015, 12:52:19 AM
Who knows. The nuclear industry says reactors are so heavily fortified that flying a plane into them would not breach them...but the nuclear industry says a lot of stupid, unreliable and flat out wrong shit.
I doubt any government has carried out tests to check, either. Energy industry = all rules waivered, especially an energy industry with such national security implications as nuclear power.
Pretty much.
Meanwhile all but one of the nuclear plants in Oregon and Washington have had to be decommissioned (or never made it into production) because of shoddy, corner-cutting construction, which doesn't instill a whole lot of trust. Also calling them things like "Trojan" and "WPPS" seemed like maybe they weren't seeking public confidence in the first place.
Quote from: Cain on January 10, 2015, 09:17:17 AM
Yeah, I'm getting kinda (read: extremely) worried by contemporary liberalism's punishment fetish. Of course, this could be because contemporary liberalism is dominated by upper class dweebs who have never seen the results of the carceral state in full swing or how the power of the state falls disproportionately on the poor, on ethnic minorities and on alternative sexualities.
Throw in the dangerous attitudes towards free speech which have been made abundantly clear in the past few days, the complete inability to argue positions on their merits (instead relying on mockery, online mobs and character assassination), the insular tree club mentality of upper class brats, the reduction of liberalism from political ideology to social mores and the unabashed worship of state power so long as it is directed at the "right" people (suspected rapists, paedophiles, PUA douchebags, "hate preachers") or at the very least controlled by the right people (Obama drone striking the shit out of 8 different countries at once is pretty cool), and I'm this close to calling it a day for liberalism entirely.
I mean, either you believe in unalieable rights (which don't necessarily and, IMO, shouldn't be considered "natural rights") and aiding the weakest and most vulnerable in society, or you don't. And I'm increasingly getting the impression that modern liberalism dont.
Well most liberals fit the RWHN type. Very few liberals that don't want to shit on the poor, and let other be happy are hard to find since most of those moved on to the socialist party.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:42:48 PM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 10, 2015, 11:36:47 PM
So he wants to work in Nuclear Energy but hes deeply concerned about the environmental impact of wind farms? Wow.
Oh, yes. Yes. It's marvelous. He is convinced that nuclear IS THE ANSWER and that we are all stupid for failing to realize this. Because it is actually very very safe, under normal circumstances (ie. as long as everything goes right, which makes as much logical sense as saying that bears are very very safe except for when they aren't).
Depends on the number of Jewcats around.
Quote from: Cain on January 10, 2015, 09:17:17 AM
Yeah, I'm getting kinda (read: extremely) worried by contemporary liberalism's punishment fetish. Of course, this could be because contemporary liberalism is dominated by upper class dweebs who have never seen the results of the carceral state in full swing or how the power of the state falls disproportionately on the poor, on ethnic minorities and on alternative sexualities.
Throw in the dangerous attitudes towards free speech which have been made abundantly clear in the past few days, the complete inability to argue positions on their merits (instead relying on mockery, online mobs and character assassination), the insular tree club mentality of upper class brats, the reduction of liberalism from political ideology to social mores and the unabashed worship of state power so long as it is directed at the "right" people (suspected rapists, paedophiles, PUA douchebags, "hate preachers") or at the very least controlled by the right people (Obama drone striking the shit out of 8 different countries at once is pretty cool), and I'm this close to calling it a day for liberalism entirely.
I mean, either you believe in unalieable rights (which don't necessarily and, IMO, shouldn't be considered "natural rights") and aiding the weakest and most vulnerable in society, or you don't. And I'm increasingly getting the impression that modern liberalism dont.
Well said.
So the first news blurb on the ticker today was this
QuoteTESTEMONAIL: Right and Discordianism allows room for personal interpretation. You have your theories and I have mine. Unlike Christianity, Discordia allows room for ideas and opinions, and mine is well-informed and based on ancient philosophy and theology, so, my neo-Discordian friends, open your minds to my interpretation and I will open my mind to yours. That's fair enough, right? Just claiming to be discordian should mean that your mind is open and willing to learn and share ideas. You guys are fucking bashing me and your laughing at my theologies and my friends know what's up and are laughing at you and honestly this is my last shot at putting a label on my belief structure and your making me lose all hope of ever finding a ideological group I can relate to because you don't even know what the fuck I'm talking about and everything I have said is based on the founding principals of real Discordianism. Expand your mind.
You guys have been busy! :lulz:
I sometimes wonder if the future galactic archeologists that find earth will also wonder if we really knew what we were doing. Like in every galaxy there's always THAT species... and it happens to be us.
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on January 11, 2015, 07:02:53 PM
I sometimes wonder if the future galactic archeologists that find earth will also wonder if we really knew what we were doing. Like in every galaxy there's always THAT species... and it happens to be us.
:lulz:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 11, 2015, 12:30:02 AM
Quote from: Hoopla on January 10, 2015, 11:55:35 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:42:48 PM
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 10, 2015, 11:36:47 PM
So he wants to work in Nuclear Energy but hes deeply concerned about the environmental impact of wind farms? Wow.
Oh, yes. Yes. It's marvelous. He is convinced that nuclear IS THE ANSWER and that we are all stupid for failing to realize this. Because it is actually very very safe, under normal circumstances (ie. as long as everything goes right, which makes as much logical sense as saying that bears are very very safe except for when they aren't).
Or, as long as people like him aren't at the wheel.
And as long as there isn't a natural disaster of unforeseen magnitude. And as long as humans don't make errors. Because those never happen.
Modern pebble bed reactors are very safe.
But that would involve shutting down ancient plants and spending money on the new technology.
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on January 11, 2015, 07:02:53 PM
I sometimes wonder if the future galactic archeologists that find earth will also wonder if we really knew what we were doing. Like in every galaxy there's always THAT species... and it happens to be us.
:lulz:
If you're in a poker game and you can't spot the sucker...
Quote from: Metal Bear on January 11, 2015, 07:03:10 AM
Well most liberals fit the RWHN type.
:|
I suppose, if you're getting your data from reactionaries.
Quote from: Hoopla on January 11, 2015, 12:42:30 AM
Yeah, all that. I never understood why the 911 hijackers bothered with the World Trade Center (other than as a symbol), when they could have flown some planes into nuclear power plants.
Or would that have even worked?
I'd have dropped them on Westlake, Louisiana. You'd lose half the state, what with refineries and pyrophoric plants.
But that's not the point. The point of terrorist attacks are "symbolic" (ie, attention-whore) targets.
Next place will be Disneyland. Mark my words.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:09:16 PM
Last night I met a nuclear physics major who pronounced "nuclear" "nucular" and hated chemistry and biology because it involves "too much memorization". Now, I understand where he's coming from with regards to biology, it's a complicated clusterfuck of almost totally arbitrary nomenclature and intricate processes. But chemistry? IT'S ALL ELECTRON BEHAVIOR. If you can understand electron behavior, you can understand chemistry. When I pointed this out, he said "Yeah, I don't know very much about electrons, I'm more interested in the nucleus". He then proceeded to tell me how he did A work but got a C because the professor didn't like him.
This man wants to work in nuclear power. We should all be afraid.
This is where Mike the Engineer comes from. Throw him in the river.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
There are only about 9000 bald eagles in existence. And unless you're building the windmills on the ocean or in lakes, they won't be too many hanging about.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:43:29 PM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 10, 2015, 11:37:16 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
I assume you are capable of this because you already have your dick up everyone's asses? Because I would be having a hard time not trying to plant my foot up this guy's.
I have almost unlimited capacity for egging idiots on in pursuit of entertainment.
I can vouch for this.
LOVE BULLETS
Hi spags! How are we all?
I'm working this crazy new job where I break into all sorts of cool tech and then don't get to brag about it because there are enough NDAs and confidentiality agreements that I have a fort in my house built entirely out of paperwork. Been at it for four months or so and it's pretty fucking sweet.
Quote from: Pæs on January 12, 2015, 03:00:04 AM
Hi spags! How are we all?
I'm working this crazy new job where I break into all sorts of cool tech and then don't get to brag about it because there are enough NDAs and confidentiality agreements that I have a fort in my house built entirely out of paperwork. Been at it for four months or so and it's pretty fucking sweet.
Awesome.
By the way, The Paesors is going on smashwords, shortly.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 03:03:58 AM
Quote from: Pæs on January 12, 2015, 03:00:04 AM
Hi spags! How are we all?
I'm working this crazy new job where I break into all sorts of cool tech and then don't get to brag about it because there are enough NDAs and confidentiality agreements that I have a fort in my house built entirely out of paperwork. Been at it for four months or so and it's pretty fucking sweet.
Awesome.
By the way, The Paesors is going on smashwords, shortly.
I would gibber with anticipation but Senora stapled my gibberers together.
Quote from: Pæs on January 12, 2015, 03:10:04 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 03:03:58 AM
Quote from: Pæs on January 12, 2015, 03:00:04 AM
Hi spags! How are we all?
I'm working this crazy new job where I break into all sorts of cool tech and then don't get to brag about it because there are enough NDAs and confidentiality agreements that I have a fort in my house built entirely out of paperwork. Been at it for four months or so and it's pretty fucking sweet.
Awesome.
By the way, The Paesors is going on smashwords, shortly.
I would gibber with anticipation but Senora stapled my gibberers together.
I'm not charging for it. It will be a free kindle/nook download.
After FOUR (4) fuckups at the printers, Little Orange will also be smashwords.
WTF, NIGEL? WHAT ARE YOU FREAKS DOING IN PORTLAND?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz1xEu52UbM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:24:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:43:29 PM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 10, 2015, 11:37:16 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
I assume you are capable of this because you already have your dick up everyone's asses? Because I would be having a hard time not trying to plant my foot up this guy's.
I have almost unlimited capacity for egging idiots on in pursuit of entertainment.
I can vouch for this.
LOVE BULLETS
:lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:23:24 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
There are only about 9000 bald eagles in existence. And unless you're building the windmills on the ocean or in lakes, they won't be too many hanging about.
We build ours in the desert. Which, of course, are known for their high concentrations of bald eagles. :lol:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 03:47:16 AM
WTF, NIGEL? WHAT ARE YOU FREAKS DOING IN PORTLAND?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz1xEu52UbM
DON'T JUDGE. YOU WOULD DO THE SAME THING IF YOU WERE HERE.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 04:05:08 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 03:47:16 AM
WTF, NIGEL? WHAT ARE YOU FREAKS DOING IN PORTLAND?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz1xEu52UbM
DON'T JUDGE. YOU WOULD DO THE SAME THING IF YOU WERE HERE.
I WAS THERE AND I DID. I AM NAKED AND ASHAMED.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 03:53:15 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:23:24 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
There are only about 9000 bald eagles in existence. And unless you're building the windmills on the ocean or in lakes, they won't be too many hanging about.
We build ours in the desert. Which, of course, are known for their high concentrations of bald eagles. :lol:
You can't swing a dead cat without hitting one, here in Tucson. They're like fucking mosquitoes.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 04:44:14 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 04:05:08 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 03:47:16 AM
WTF, NIGEL? WHAT ARE YOU FREAKS DOING IN PORTLAND?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz1xEu52UbM
DON'T JUDGE. YOU WOULD DO THE SAME THING IF YOU WERE HERE.
I WAS THERE AND I DID. I AM NAKED AND ASHAMED.
:lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 04:45:00 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 03:53:15 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:23:24 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
There are only about 9000 bald eagles in existence. And unless you're building the windmills on the ocean or in lakes, they won't be too many hanging about.
We build ours in the desert. Which, of course, are known for their high concentrations of bald eagles. :lol:
You can't swing a dead cat without hitting one, here in Tucson. They're like fucking mosquitoes.
I noticed that in Death Valley, too. Thicker than a swarm of bees up by the old borax mine.
I have 6 months. ....
.... until I can tell us military to piss up a rope
But fucking everybody is trying to get me to re enlist.
Also some fucking worthless sergeant has been flagging soldiers without telling ANYONE. I've been flagged for 4 months. No one fucking knew. I about lost my mind.
And my DM is defective.
All dungeon masters are defective, it's part of the job role
My housemate's tiny, weird little dog just died in his arms. He'd been having seizures since early this morning. :cry:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 02:55:32 PM
My housemate's tiny, weird little dog just died in his arms. He'd been having seizures since early this morning. :cry:
Aw man, that's so sad. :sad:
Quote from: Cain on January 10, 2015, 09:17:17 AM
Yeah, I'm getting kinda (read: extremely) worried by contemporary liberalism's punishment fetish. Of course, this could be because contemporary liberalism is dominated by upper class dweebs who have never seen the results of the carceral state in full swing or how the power of the state falls disproportionately on the poor, on ethnic minorities and on alternative sexualities.
Throw in the dangerous attitudes towards free speech which have been made abundantly clear in the past few days, the complete inability to argue positions on their merits (instead relying on mockery, online mobs and character assassination), the insular tree club mentality of upper class brats, the reduction of liberalism from political ideology to social mores and the unabashed worship of state power so long as it is directed at the "right" people (suspected rapists, paedophiles, PUA douchebags, "hate preachers") or at the very least controlled by the right people (Obama drone striking the shit out of 8 different countries at once is pretty cool), and I'm this close to calling it a day for liberalism entirely.
I mean, either you believe in unalieable rights (which don't necessarily and, IMO, shouldn't be considered "natural rights") and aiding the weakest and most vulnerable in society, or you don't. And I'm increasingly getting the impression that modern liberalism dont.
I feel like this post should be kept and referenced a couple decades from now when people ask "How come they didn't see it coming?"
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:24:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:43:29 PM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 10, 2015, 11:37:16 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
I assume you are capable of this because you already have your dick up everyone's asses? Because I would be having a hard time not trying to plant my foot up this guy's.
I have almost unlimited capacity for egging idiots on in pursuit of entertainment.
I can vouch for this.
LOVE BULLETS
One of the first times I ever went drinking with Nigel when I got up here, it was her, her friend, and some dude explaining to us all about the two and only two types of women in the world...princesses and tom-boys. Trolling that man was such a powerful aphrodisiac that it spun me personally out into an 18 month+ relationship.
There's a potency in playing with stupid.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 02:55:32 PM
My housemate's tiny, weird little dog just died in his arms. He'd been having seizures since early this morning. :cry:
Oh no!
He loved that little weird dude. So sad.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:18:04 AM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on January 11, 2015, 07:02:53 PM
I sometimes wonder if the future galactic archeologists that find earth will also wonder if we really knew what we were doing. Like in every galaxy there's always THAT species... and it happens to be us.
:lulz:
If you're in a poker game and you can't spot the sucker...
Clearly if you're from Earth that means it's time to go all in and risk as much of the future as possible on a low pocket pair.
Maybe that took the metaphor too far.. but it's what's up.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 12, 2015, 04:32:34 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 02:55:32 PM
My housemate's tiny, weird little dog just died in his arms. He'd been having seizures since early this morning. :cry:
Oh no!
He loved that little weird dude. So sad.
Yeah, we're all sad. :( But he gave him a good life, and he got to be held and loved to the very end.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 12, 2015, 04:29:08 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:24:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:43:29 PM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 10, 2015, 11:37:16 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
OH OH OH also I forgot until just now that he was telling me that Oregon wind farms only produce 1% of our power (it's actually over 12%) and that they kill 3000 bald eagles a year. Also that wind farms are changing weather patterns.
I really wanted to say "I think you got a C because you seem to be incapable of fact-checking", but I didn't. Instead I played wide-eyed, naive and interested, in the hopes of getting him to bray some more stupid.
I assume you are capable of this because you already have your dick up everyone's asses? Because I would be having a hard time not trying to plant my foot up this guy's.
I have almost unlimited capacity for egging idiots on in pursuit of entertainment.
I can vouch for this.
LOVE BULLETS
One of the first times I ever went drinking with Nigel when I got up here, it was her, her friend, and some dude explaining to us all about the two and only two types of women in the world...princesses and tom-boys. Trolling that man was such a powerful aphrodisiac that it spun me personally out into an 18 month+ relationship.
There's a potency in playing with stupid.
Oh my god I almost forgot about that asshole. He kept grabbing my ass.
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's all correct, but I am in it more for watching life smack them in the face with a ton of dented feels.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:27:01 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's all correct, but I am in it more for watching life smack them in the face with a ton of dented feels.
:lulz: Ahhh, the good Doktor. Always the pragmatist.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's easy for you to say. These people aren't your peers. :argh!:
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 03:54:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's easy for you to say. These people aren't your peers. :argh!:
:lulz: That's gotta suck.
I found out tonight that Catholicism, in my family, dies with Dad. Neither of my sisters are Catholic anymore either, and I already knew that mom was an agnostic eclectic new agey type and stepdad more or less an atheist.
It was weird for the first half hour. I thought I was the only one on that.
Good riddance.
That feels weird to say, but, yeah. Good riddance.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 04:02:39 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 03:54:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's easy for you to say. These people aren't your peers. :argh!:
:lulz: That's gotta suck.
No shit, I dated a guy once who panicked and broke down into tears because he lost his phone and it had photos of food that he'd planned to upload on Instagram. No other reason. Just that.
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 05:56:41 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 04:02:39 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 03:54:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's easy for you to say. These people aren't your peers. :argh!:
:lulz: That's gotta suck.
No shit, I dated a guy once who panicked and broke down into tears because he lost his phone and it had photos of food that he'd planned to upload on Instagram. No other reason. Just that.
Oh DEAR. :lol:
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 05:56:41 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 04:02:39 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 03:54:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's easy for you to say. These people aren't your peers. :argh!:
:lulz: That's gotta suck.
No shit, I dated a guy once who panicked and broke down into tears because he lost his phone and it had photos of food that he'd planned to upload on Instagram. No other reason. Just that.
Just because some fantasies are childish, it does not mean that all ideals exist in a realm that is modally distinct from things simply perceived as imm[a]inent.
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on January 12, 2015, 11:03:17 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 12, 2015, 02:18:04 AM
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on January 11, 2015, 07:02:53 PM
I sometimes wonder if the future galactic archeologists that find earth will also wonder if we really knew what we were doing. Like in every galaxy there's always THAT species... and it happens to be us.
:lulz:
If you're in a poker game and you can't spot the sucker...
Clearly if you're from Earth that means it's time to go all in and risk as much of the future as possible on a low pocket pair.
Maybe that took the metaphor too far.. but it's what's up.
point taken, well done, ready or not, here we come. ::lulz::
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:51:09 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:27:01 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's all correct, but I am in it more for watching life smack them in the face with a ton of dented feels.
:lulz: Ahhh, the good Doktor. Always the pragmatist.
I consider myself a connesieur (sp? fuck) of stern damage.
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 05:56:41 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 04:02:39 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 13, 2015, 03:54:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 13, 2015, 03:20:35 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 13, 2015, 03:12:13 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 12, 2015, 11:47:21 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 12, 2015, 11:43:57 PM
The latest "thing" on tumblr is godkin.
BRB, just drowning my sorrows with a litre of vodka...
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz: :argh!:
No, that's fucking excellent. The world is not going to be a gentle place for these children.
This is why I don't try to argue with them.
There's really no reason to.
The way I tend to see it is that childhood, and its accompanying unrealistic/idealistic/fantasy phase, is currently extended in privileged societies to about the age of 25. The bad news is that the whole extended childhood thing is irritating and obnoxious. The good news is that apparently the prefrontal cortex continues to develop until they adopt their adult roles in life, so it's perfectly plausible that they may end up smarter and with better foresight than previous generations.
Either way, most of them, by 30, will be embarrassed about the way they thought and behaved at 20, much as most of us at 20 were embarrassed by our 15-year-old selves.
That's easy for you to say. These people aren't your peers. :argh!:
:lulz: That's gotta suck.
No shit, I dated a guy once who panicked and broke down into tears because he lost his phone and it had photos of food that he'd planned to upload on Instagram. No other reason. Just that.
Please tell me you slapped the shit out of this guy, you had a moral responsibility to.
Re: Godkin
(http://41.media.tumblr.com/863d01d2b7797d6befcb3742825ff010/tumblr_n9xoziLXuL1tiy5zvo1_500.jpg)
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 13, 2015, 07:08:41 PM
Re: Godkin
(http://41.media.tumblr.com/863d01d2b7797d6befcb3742825ff010/tumblr_n9xoziLXuL1tiy5zvo1_500.jpg)
There's a joke in there about Godkin's law, but I'll be fucked if I can nail it down.
Wait for the hitlerkin, it'll come together.
Quote from: Junkenstein on January 13, 2015, 07:35:48 PM
Wait for the hitlerkin, it'll come together.
Literally Hitler.
Quote from: xXRon_Paul_42016Xxx(weed) on January 13, 2015, 07:44:13 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on January 13, 2015, 07:35:48 PM
Wait for the hitlerkin, it'll come together.
Literally Hitler.
where's the joke?
There's already someone who claims to be headmates with Hitler, and an aborted fetus, if I recall correctly.
Quote from: Junkenstein on January 13, 2015, 07:35:48 PM
Wait for the hitlerkin, it'll come together.
Too late http://misunderstoodkin.tumblr.com/post/37005788658/being-a-hitlerkin
LetitbePoeLetitbePoe...
HAW HAW!
I have real internets!
man I love living closer to the centre of town (15 minutes leisurely stroll yo) and have been getting way moar exercise and have noticed an improvement in muscle tone in my calves already!
also the cheap supermarket is within walking distance and i just got a butt load of cat related bitz for cheap.
I have left the house all but 1 day this week, as living where I was was very isolating :(
also Payne got his trailer in the boonies and i miss his face.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 04:50:17 AM
Quote from: rong on January 10, 2015, 03:40:47 AM
Hey, I know it wasnt in this thread, but thanks everybody for all the links on humor analysis. I look forward to reading them when I go back on midnights.
Also, someone is in jail tonight because of me tonight... Never called the cops on anyone before...
The story - got the kids off the bus. Bus driver says, 'there's a guy down the road stuck in a snowbank, looks like he needs help. I think he's drunk'
So I go try to pull him out.
He doesn't want help, but I don't want to be responsible for him freezing to death - its fucking cold and windy.
Neighbor shows up to help.
Guy pulls knife on neighbor.
We leave. I call cops.
You did the right thing.
Police attempted to serve me papers today, but I wasn't home. I hope it's because I am to be a witness in this fuckwit's trial.
Quote from: Cain on January 13, 2015, 09:23:47 PM
Quote from: Junkenstein on January 13, 2015, 07:35:48 PM
Wait for the hitlerkin, it'll come together.
Too late http://misunderstoodkin.tumblr.com/post/37005788658/being-a-hitlerkin
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Quote from: rong on January 13, 2015, 11:54:29 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 10, 2015, 04:50:17 AM
Quote from: rong on January 10, 2015, 03:40:47 AM
Hey, I know it wasnt in this thread, but thanks everybody for all the links on humor analysis. I look forward to reading them when I go back on midnights.
Also, someone is in jail tonight because of me tonight... Never called the cops on anyone before...
The story - got the kids off the bus. Bus driver says, 'there's a guy down the road stuck in a snowbank, looks like he needs help. I think he's drunk'
So I go try to pull him out.
He doesn't want help, but I don't want to be responsible for him freezing to death - its fucking cold and windy.
Neighbor shows up to help.
Guy pulls knife on neighbor.
We leave. I call cops.
You did the right thing.
Police attempted to serve me papers today, but I wasn't home. I hope it's because I am to be a witness in this fuckwit's trial.
Whoa! I am guessing that it is, or else you did something your memory has blotted out in shame.
Some asshole called Animal Services on me today about my old blind dog, who lives outside and sleeps under the porch because he refuses to come inside or use his very expensive doghouse.
They told Animal Services that he seems unhealthy and is left outside all the time with no food or water. Food and water are on the porch. Animal Services lady comes by, tells me that due to his age and blindness I should call the county and ask to have the rabies vaccine requirement waived, says "I know he won't use it but I have to require that you get bedding for his doghouse" and "he looks like he's in really good shape for his age", gave me some grooming tips (he's well groomed but gets mats on the back of his legs), and left.
That was a raft of stress for no real fucking reason, but at least I found out that the county will waive the rabies shot if your dog is over a certain age.
I suspect it was one of the people in the townhouses behind me.
My batshit insane coworker might be needing her own thread soon. She informed us today that Canada has reasonable citizenship requirements and she was thinking about moving there because America's leaders are always doing illegal things. She is not registered to vote.
I kept my mouth shut here, because I feel like dissuading her from leaving my vicinity, much less my country, would be a poor tactical decision.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 14, 2015, 03:17:14 AM
My batshit insane coworker might be needing her own thread soon. She informed us today that Canada has reasonable citizenship requirements and she was thinking about moving there because America's leaders are always doing illegal things. She is not registered to vote.
I kept my mouth shut here, because I feel like dissuading her from leaving my vicinity, much less my country, would be a poor tactical decision.
Let her move to Canada.
It will be a learning experience for her.
UNNNGH for real, dudes, this interaction just happened on the ingress hangout I'm in.
Dude posts:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pf6ocfWt5KM/VLXwQb9ctVI/AAAAAAAAEQM/WiK9eZIVFq4/s280/2015-01-13.gif)
Responder 1: lolol Best part is that he is Venezuelan
OP: I just saw the #48.
Me: Do they even have KFC in Venezuela? I would be hell of distracted by a giant red and white bucket on the playing field too, to tell the truth.
Old Man: ^+1
Responder 1: I would too, especially if I had a stereotypical attraction to fried chicken
Responder 2:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-HyM1KuSDHNk/VLX2dA_mezI/AAAAAAAABuA/OlDxO0K0l04/s512/2015-01-13.jpg)
Responder 1: ROFL
Responder 2: Those are all the KFCs in Venezuela. All pretty close together in the far north.
Me: I react the same way whenever someone throws fried chicken and watermelon in the pool while I'm swimming
Responder 1: hàh
Responder 2: You like chicken and watermelon, but you can swim? ;)
Responder 1: LOLOL oh, snap
Me: I'm part white, it explains everything.
Responder 3: Wow, guys.
Me: I can swim, but I can't dance. It's the price you pay.
Responder 2: Lmao. I'll only hide half my family then
Responder 3: Um huh?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 14, 2015, 01:05:11 AM
Some asshole called Animal Services on me today about my old blind dog, who lives outside and sleeps under the porch because he refuses to come inside or use his very expensive doghouse.
They told Animal Services that he seems unhealthy and is left outside all the time with no food or water. Food and water are on the porch. Animal Services lady comes by, tells me that due to his age and blindness I should call the county and ask to have the rabies vaccine requirement waived, says "I know he won't use it but I have to require that you get bedding for his doghouse" and "he looks like he's in really good shape for his age", gave me some grooming tips (he's well groomed but gets mats on the back of his legs), and left.
That was a raft of stress for no real fucking reason, but at least I found out that the county will waive the rabies shot if your dog is over a certain age.
That's just obnoxious. Not quite as obnoxious as that ingress thing but whatever.
I've seen a trend toward overreaction I think. Combination of manipulative and shocking but earnest anti abuse social media campaigns and folks not quite sharp or well informed enough to know the difference. On the bright side over reporting is perhaps better than under reporting, if annoying.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 14, 2015, 04:12:30 AM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 14, 2015, 03:17:14 AM
My batshit insane coworker might be needing her own thread soon. She informed us today that Canada has reasonable citizenship requirements and she was thinking about moving there because America's leaders are always doing illegal things. She is not registered to vote.
I kept my mouth shut here, because I feel like dissuading her from leaving my vicinity, much less my country, would be a poor tactical decision.
Let her move to Canada.
It will be a learning experience for her.
I have programs set up for people like her.
We're here to help.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 14, 2015, 06:05:33 AM
UNNNGH for real, dudes, this interaction just happened on the ingress hangout I'm in.
Dude posts:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pf6ocfWt5KM/VLXwQb9ctVI/AAAAAAAAEQM/WiK9eZIVFq4/s280/2015-01-13.gif)
Responder 1: lolol Best part is that he is Venezuelan
OP: I just saw the #48.
Me: Do they even have KFC in Venezuela? I would be hell of distracted by a giant red and white bucket on the playing field too, to tell the truth.
Old Man: ^+1
Responder 1: I would too, especially if I had a stereotypical attraction to fried chicken
Responder 2:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-HyM1KuSDHNk/VLX2dA_mezI/AAAAAAAABuA/OlDxO0K0l04/s512/2015-01-13.jpg)
Responder 1: ROFL
Responder 2: Those are all the KFCs in Venezuela. All pretty close together in the far north.
Me: I react the same way whenever someone throws fried chicken and watermelon in the pool while I'm swimming
Responder 1: hàh
Responder 2: You like chicken and watermelon, but you can swim? ;)
Responder 1: LOLOL oh, snap
Me: I'm part white, it explains everything.
Responder 3: Wow, guys.
Me: I can swim, but I can't dance. It's the price you pay.
Responder 2: Lmao. I'll only hide half my family then
Responder 3: Um huh?
:facepalm:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 14, 2015, 06:05:33 AM
UNNNGH for real, dudes, this interaction just happened on the ingress hangout I'm in.
Dude posts:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pf6ocfWt5KM/VLXwQb9ctVI/AAAAAAAAEQM/WiK9eZIVFq4/s280/2015-01-13.gif)
Responder 1: lolol Best part is that he is Venezuelan
OP: I just saw the #48.
Me: Do they even have KFC in Venezuela? I would be hell of distracted by a giant red and white bucket on the playing field too, to tell the truth.
Old Man: ^+1
Responder 1: I would too, especially if I had a stereotypical attraction to fried chicken
Responder 2:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-HyM1KuSDHNk/VLX2dA_mezI/AAAAAAAABuA/OlDxO0K0l04/s512/2015-01-13.jpg)
Responder 1: ROFL
Responder 2: Those are all the KFCs in Venezuela. All pretty close together in the far north.
Me: I react the same way whenever someone throws fried chicken and watermelon in the pool while I'm swimming
Responder 1: hàh
Responder 2: You like chicken and watermelon, but you can swim? ;)
Responder 1: LOLOL oh, snap
Me: I'm part white, it explains everything.
Responder 3: Wow, guys.
Me: I can swim, but I can't dance. It's the price you pay.
Responder 2: Lmao. I'll only hide half my family then
Responder 3: Um huh?
:|
Holy shit.
Quote from: a somewhat wiser Joe. on January 14, 2015, 08:03:51 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 14, 2015, 01:05:11 AM
Some asshole called Animal Services on me today about my old blind dog, who lives outside and sleeps under the porch because he refuses to come inside or use his very expensive doghouse.
They told Animal Services that he seems unhealthy and is left outside all the time with no food or water. Food and water are on the porch. Animal Services lady comes by, tells me that due to his age and blindness I should call the county and ask to have the rabies vaccine requirement waived, says "I know he won't use it but I have to require that you get bedding for his doghouse" and "he looks like he's in really good shape for his age", gave me some grooming tips (he's well groomed but gets mats on the back of his legs), and left.
That was a raft of stress for no real fucking reason, but at least I found out that the county will waive the rabies shot if your dog is over a certain age.
That's just obnoxious. Not quite as obnoxious as that ingress thing but whatever.
I've seen a trend toward overreaction I think. Combination of manipulative and shocking but earnest anti abuse social media campaigns and folks not quite sharp or well informed enough to know the difference. On the bright side over reporting is perhaps better than under reporting, if annoying.
That's what those little kids next door in Nineteen Eighty-Four said too.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 14, 2015, 03:17:14 AM
My batshit insane coworker might be needing her own thread soon. She informed us today that Canada has reasonable citizenship requirements and she was thinking about moving there because America's leaders are always doing illegal things. She is not registered to vote.
I kept my mouth shut here, because I feel like dissuading her from leaving my vicinity, much less my country, would be a poor tactical decision.
This is incorrect. One should surround themselves with such types, as they make handy meat shields for when things go wrong. They were born to be thrown under a bus.
In unrelated news, I am taking a FB break, and will be getting some writing done here, as time permits.
This will not, however, result in rants about F5, as I am not feeling particularly social in the first place.
You mean she's not fleeing to Canada to escape Obama's socialist tyranny, which will soon be enforced by Cuban troops on American soil? To live in the anarchocapitalist, freewheeling paradise of opportunity that exists under Stephen Harper's careful, non-coercive leadership?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 14, 2015, 02:17:07 PM
In unrelated news, I am taking a FB break, and will be getting some writing done here, as time permits.
This will not, however, result in rants about F5, as I am not feeling particularly social in the first place.
That FB group was kind of bitchy to you. Pearls/swines.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 14, 2015, 02:49:59 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 14, 2015, 02:17:07 PM
In unrelated news, I am taking a FB break, and will be getting some writing done here, as time permits.
This will not, however, result in rants about F5, as I am not feeling particularly social in the first place.
That FB group was kind of bitchy to you. Pearls/swines.
It wasn't just that. I'm just sort of sick of the lowest common denominator.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 14, 2015, 02:17:07 PM
In unrelated news, I am taking a FB break, and will be getting some writing done here, as time permits.
This will not, however, result in rants about F5, as I am not feeling particularly social in the first place.
Yeah, that was some complete bullshit. You posted a BUNCH of creative shit, and got jumped on for being "too abrasive" or what the fuck ever.
So basically, there are some people there who don't want to see any creative expression that challenges them.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 14, 2015, 03:45:23 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 14, 2015, 02:17:07 PM
In unrelated news, I am taking a FB break, and will be getting some writing done here, as time permits.
This will not, however, result in rants about F5, as I am not feeling particularly social in the first place.
Yeah, that was some complete bullshit. You posted a BUNCH of creative shit, and got jumped on for being "too abrasive" or what the fuck ever.
That was BECAUSE I posted some creative shit. Writing something that involves anything other than hotdog buns makes you a "blowhard".
:lulz:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 14, 2015, 03:46:28 PM
So basically, there are some people there who don't want to see any creative expression that challenges them.
Well, yeah. It threatens their standing in a non-existent pecking order.
Ook, I say. Ook.
There was also the issue of people misreading or miscomprehending your main points; but that, I feel, is more forgivable. I get shit wrong all the time, and it helps to have the author at hand to talk me through it. However, refusing to acknowledge one's own misunderstanding, and arguing what the author "meant" is just more chest beating and screeching.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 14, 2015, 04:05:21 PM
There was also the issue of people misreading or miscomprehending your main points; but that, I feel, is more forgivable. I get shit wrong all the time, and it helps to have the author at hand to talk me through it. However, refusing to acknowledge one's own misunderstanding, and arguing what the author "meant" is just more chest beating and screeching.
It's the usual primate shit. Beasley is a prime example.
The bad news: Brain flukes. I has them.
The REALLY GOOD NEWS: They have faded to the point where I am merely disagreeable.
So you've had them for some time then? How might they be diagnosed?
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 15, 2015, 05:32:22 AM
The bad news: Brain flukes. I has them.
The REALLY GOOD NEWS: They have faded to the point where I am merely disagreeable.
For now, or is it in full recession?
I just banned my first douchebag and it felt SO GOOD.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 15, 2015, 05:32:22 AM
The bad news: Brain flukes. I has them.
The REALLY GOOD NEWS: They have faded to the point where I am merely disagreeable.
Well, disagreeable in this case is a cause for celebration.
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on January 15, 2015, 06:12:10 AM
I just banned my first douchebag and it felt SO GOOD.
Banning douchebags is oddly satisfying, which is a good reason to be leery of it.
Being a douchebag is also oddly satisfying.
Just putting it out there.
Being a douchebag and getting banned. If there's anything more meaningful in life then I honestly don't have time for it
Only Lady Gaga's music.
I moderate a few safe spaces online and I have an entire policy based on assuming good faith and ignorance or malice and avoiding banning unless it's obvious, or hard limits are crossed.
I merely use my trolling skills to make problematic people flounce. Like TERF's.
SO MANY FANS!
Our main office flooded some time over the weekend. Sprinkler line (overhead) blew and by the time anyone noticed an inch of water had accumulated and it was starting to spill out of the front door and into the warehouse.
Recovery efforts have been underway. Fans and dryers. Loud, LOUD, fans and dryers. By Tuesday, everyone had decided that the smell and the noise were intolerable, so they moved to temporary digs at the other end of the main building...everyone except me.
I decided to stay because it was nice to have the office to myself (even if it meant that I was stuck here, instead of doing my main job out in the warehouse). Also, because of the noise and the solitude, I can sing as loud as I want anytime except when drivers are in front of me.
Today, though, there are at least five new big air-mover fans and another dryer. Things are blowing everywhere. The noise is AWESOME. I think I may run.
Also, somehow the IRS must have known that all of our records and sech were up on pallets in various locations throughout the buildings...drying...because they showed up yesterday to do an inspection. When the inspector identified herself, I started laughing so hard. She was confused.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 15, 2015, 10:23:21 AM
I moderate a few safe spaces online and I have an entire policy based on assuming good faith and ignorance or malice and avoiding banning unless it's obvious, or hard limits are crossed.
I merely use my trolling skills to make problematic people flounce. Like TERF's.
See I would not mind viewing such a policy to inform my own decisions. I acted on impulse. My inner Lechter rose up and I banned him for his rudeness. I realized there was no real ethic to my decision. Well, him pushing the Kolbrin bible wasn't too endearing.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 15, 2015, 07:01:27 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on January 15, 2015, 06:12:10 AM
I just banned my first douchebag and it felt SO GOOD.
Banning douchebags is oddly satisfying, which is a good reason to be leery of it.
Yeah.. I felt that too. The need for caution in the future. This one was a strong compulsion and my first though. I feel no sort of bad about it. .. hence caution.
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
I am a bad person for saying it is "a little heartless" to suggest protesters deserve to be killed for blocking highways. :roll:
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
:eek:
Can we stop the world, please? I'd like to get off.
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
:eek: :aaa:
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
An old friend, an ardent occultist, and according to himself, devil worshiper, used to be pen pals with Christos Beest. He never let me read the letters. Would be fun, for a given value of fun, to track my old friend down and beg to get access to his correspondence.
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 08:50:56 AM
Being a douchebag is also oddly satisfying.
Just putting it out there.
:lulz:
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 15, 2015, 03:22:25 PM
SO MANY FANS!
Our main office flooded some time over the weekend. Sprinkler line (overhead) blew and by the time anyone noticed an inch of water had accumulated and it was starting to spill out of the front door and into the warehouse.
Recovery efforts have been underway. Fans and dryers. Loud, LOUD, fans and dryers. By Tuesday, everyone had decided that the smell and the noise were intolerable, so they moved to temporary digs at the other end of the main building...everyone except me.
I decided to stay because it was nice to have the office to myself (even if it meant that I was stuck here, instead of doing my main job out in the warehouse). Also, because of the noise and the solitude, I can sing as loud as I want anytime except when drivers are in front of me.
Today, though, there are at least five new big air-mover fans and another dryer. Things are blowing everywhere. The noise is AWESOME. I think I may run.
Also, somehow the IRS must have known that all of our records and sech were up on pallets in various locations throughout the buildings...drying...because they showed up yesterday to do an inspection. When the inspector identified herself, I started laughing so hard. She was confused.
You know that all this makes you That Weird Guy.
...not in a bad way, per se.
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
Wow.
It seems like forensic investigators could have a field day there.
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 15, 2015, 09:05:52 PM
I am a bad person for saying it is "a little heartless" to suggest protesters deserve to be killed for blocking highways. :roll:
Obviously a more reasonable response would have been to declare that the people suggesting this deserve to be stripped naked, attacked by dogs, and then dragged through the streets until all their skin is gone.
I suggest you try that next time.
In other news, apparently the information that everyone who lives here needs to either go to school or get a job was enough impetus to stimulate Surprise Daughter to find somewhere to move to in March, because apparently the idea of getting a job or going to school os just TOO TERRIBLE.
It's her choice, but I'm disappointed and I don't think she's making a good decision. Still, it's hers to make.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 15, 2015, 06:01:23 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 15, 2015, 05:32:22 AM
The bad news: Brain flukes. I has them.
The REALLY GOOD NEWS: They have faded to the point where I am merely disagreeable.
For now, or is it in full recession?
I was told it would fade or get worse over time. It's been fading.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 16, 2015, 03:00:33 AM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 15, 2015, 06:01:23 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 15, 2015, 05:32:22 AM
The bad news: Brain flukes. I has them.
The REALLY GOOD NEWS: They have faded to the point where I am merely disagreeable.
For now, or is it in full recession?
I was told it would fade or get worse over time. It's been fading.
Good news, man, happy for you.
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
This is juicy. Please keep us updated on everything you find. And by "us", I mean me.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 16, 2015, 03:00:33 AM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 15, 2015, 06:01:23 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 15, 2015, 05:32:22 AM
The bad news: Brain flukes. I has them.
The REALLY GOOD NEWS: They have faded to the point where I am merely disagreeable.
For now, or is it in full recession?
I was told it would fade or get worse over time. It's been fading.
Amazing news!
I am apparently too old to get student pricing for my airfare to Borneo, despite actually BEING a student.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 16, 2015, 05:18:29 AM
I am apparently too old to get student pricing for my airfare to Borneo, despite actually BEING a student.
:crankey:
Quote from: N E T on January 16, 2015, 05:48:25 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 16, 2015, 05:18:29 AM
I am apparently too old to get student pricing for my airfare to Borneo, despite actually BEING a student.
:crankey:
Yeah. :meh: I'm going to call them this weekend and see if I can convince them that they need to give me the student pricing. 'Cause that's bullshit.
Tonight on my ride home from work some asshole in oncoming traffic rolled down his window and yelled some dumb shit at me. It was so idiotic I couldn't quite parse it. I thought I heard him right, but I decided to check my helmet cam recording just to be sure after I got home. I turned out to hear him just fine. He yelled, "Turn off your fucking light off!" At night. In the fog. My headlamp was on its lowest setting.
I'm stunned and amazed that people like that actually exist. :eek: I mean, I've had random fuckwads yell stuff like, "Yew shouldn't be in the shtreet!" while I'm standing over a turn lane sensor made specifically for bicycles that has a bicycle graphic painted on the road underneath me, but never something so staggeringly asinine both in terms of grammar and basic fucking common sense.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 16, 2015, 06:02:23 AM
Quote from: N E T on January 16, 2015, 05:48:25 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 16, 2015, 05:18:29 AM
I am apparently too old to get student pricing for my airfare to Borneo, despite actually BEING a student.
:crankey:
Yeah. :meh: I'm going to call them this weekend and see if I can convince them that they need to give me the student pricing. 'Cause that's bullshit.
Complete and utter bullshit.
This is a word that should have been invented years ago.
(http://www.smbc-comics.com/comics/20100426.gif)
Incidentally, I discovered today that both Norwegian and Japanese have a word that essentially means "go out into the fresh air and have a walk, you'll feel better".
But that would have been more helpful, truth be told.
Quote from: Cain on January 16, 2015, 01:08:18 PM
Incidentally, I discovered today that both Norwegian and Japanese have a word that essentially means "go out into the fresh air and have a walk, you'll feel better".
But that would have been more helpful, truth be told.
I suspect in both cases they're clever ruses to get unwanted company abducted by frost giants and oni, respectively.
Do you recall the words?
I believe it's "Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn."
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
Metal as fuck!
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 16, 2015, 01:00:55 PM
This is a word that should have been invented years ago.
(http://www.smbc-comics.com/comics/20100426.gif)
:lulz: YES.
Quote from: N E T on January 16, 2015, 06:05:06 AM
Tonight on my ride home from work some asshole in oncoming traffic rolled down his window and yelled some dumb shit at me. It was so idiotic I couldn't quite parse it. I thought I heard him right, but I decided to check my helmet cam recording just to be sure after I got home. I turned out to hear him just fine. He yelled, "Turn off your fucking light off!" At night. In the fog. My headlamp was on its lowest setting.
I'm stunned and amazed that people like that actually exist. :eek: I mean, I've had random fuckwads yell stuff like, "Yew shouldn't be in the shtreet!" while I'm standing over a turn lane sensor made specifically for bicycles that has a bicycle graphic painted on the road underneath me, but never something so staggeringly asinine both in terms of grammar and basic fucking common sense.
My assumption in situations like that is that A. They're from Gresham and B. They're drunk.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 16, 2015, 12:01:04 AM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 15, 2015, 03:22:25 PM
SO MANY FANS!
Our main office flooded some time over the weekend. Sprinkler line (overhead) blew and by the time anyone noticed an inch of water had accumulated and it was starting to spill out of the front door and into the warehouse.
Recovery efforts have been underway. Fans and dryers. Loud, LOUD, fans and dryers. By Tuesday, everyone had decided that the smell and the noise were intolerable, so they moved to temporary digs at the other end of the main building...everyone except me.
I decided to stay because it was nice to have the office to myself (even if it meant that I was stuck here, instead of doing my main job out in the warehouse). Also, because of the noise and the solitude, I can sing as loud as I want anytime except when drivers are in front of me.
Today, though, there are at least five new big air-mover fans and another dryer. Things are blowing everywhere. The noise is AWESOME. I think I may run.
Also, somehow the IRS must have known that all of our records and sech were up on pallets in various locations throughout the buildings...drying...because they showed up yesterday to do an inspection. When the inspector identified herself, I started laughing so hard. She was confused.
You know that all this makes you That Weird Guy.
That ship sailed long before this little debacle.
Now they're shooshing me to the other office for reals, though. Something or other about asbestos...
Cowards!
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 16, 2015, 03:21:58 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 16, 2015, 12:01:04 AM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 15, 2015, 03:22:25 PM
SO MANY FANS!
Our main office flooded some time over the weekend. Sprinkler line (overhead) blew and by the time anyone noticed an inch of water had accumulated and it was starting to spill out of the front door and into the warehouse.
Recovery efforts have been underway. Fans and dryers. Loud, LOUD, fans and dryers. By Tuesday, everyone had decided that the smell and the noise were intolerable, so they moved to temporary digs at the other end of the main building...everyone except me.
I decided to stay because it was nice to have the office to myself (even if it meant that I was stuck here, instead of doing my main job out in the warehouse). Also, because of the noise and the solitude, I can sing as loud as I want anytime except when drivers are in front of me.
Today, though, there are at least five new big air-mover fans and another dryer. Things are blowing everywhere. The noise is AWESOME. I think I may run.
Also, somehow the IRS must have known that all of our records and sech were up on pallets in various locations throughout the buildings...drying...because they showed up yesterday to do an inspection. When the inspector identified herself, I started laughing so hard. She was confused.
You know that all this makes you That Weird Guy.
That ship sailed long before this little debacle.
Now they're shooshing me to the other office for reals, though. Something or other about asbestos...
Cowards!
:lulz: You should start ratting your hair and wearing black eyeliner. I think you could really rock the Tim Minchin look.
(http://www.newscientist.com/blogs/culturelab/2011/11/21/rexfeatures_1285595e.jpg)
Also I think it is worth mentioning that Tim Minchin without makeup looks VERY much like B.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 16, 2015, 12:11:55 AM
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
Wow.
It seems like forensic investigators could have a field day there.
The folks looked a bit wrapped up for cold. If the temp is right the blood could be quite ab bit older than it looks at first glance by color. Those were definitely arterial sprays and drippage, but I suspect some of the blood was collected from the victim in that bathroom. The stretcher is perhaps most damning as a sign of possible ritual sacrifice. If so the body(ies) may still be on the grounds to bind the remaining spirit to empower the location. The story on the wall could be intended toward a similar purpose.
Not familiar with the rest of what you're talking about Cain but this looks unfortunately real, and not likely a lone nutjob. Stretchers especially require 2. Some of those shoes looked like they did have matches in the pile.
The horrible disarray of the site could make evidence that will stand up in court hard to gather and without a suspect for DNA testing and very good luck maybe impossible.
I hate people sometimes.
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 15, 2015, 09:05:52 PM
I am a bad person for saying it is "a little heartless" to suggest protesters deserve to be killed for blocking highways. :roll:
Oh yes, been having tons of "fun" with that one :roll: And the fact that they obviously don't have jobs and are just being selfish douchebags. "The only reason they could get up so early is because they don't have real jobs to go to" LOLWUT. Frankly, if I was unemployed and felt like being a selfish asshole, I'd probably sleep in and spend my day dicking around the house, or whatever it is selfish assholes tend to do. Because people don't have varying work schedules or anything, or choose to sacrifice a day off to do something they feel mattered.
I do see the point in concern about emergency vehicles (ambulances and fire trucks being diverted/blocked) but the majority of comments I've dealt with are "Wahhhh sitting in traffic" and "LOL black lives 'matter'"
Quote from: Cain on January 15, 2015, 09:04:33 PM
So, as my change of avatar may indicate, I've been looking into more High Weirdness lately. There's something about being in a run down, grimy building where I rarely see daylight that inclines me to disturbing and dangerous avenues of research.
For example, the Order of Nine Angels is claiming to have a militant spinoff, calling itself the Shugura Syndicate. Given the ONA's own literature is not exactly shy on the topic of human sacrifice, you can imagine what a militant wing may feel about murder.
And I also found this interesting photodocumentary (http://imgur.com/a/1rAk0) of a visit to the Sanatorium Wienerwald, a former "dumping ground" for the illegitimate mistresses and children of Nazi officials...illegitimate from a racial POV, of course. The area around the sanatorium was also used to bury the bodies of the T-4 program which weeded out...undesirables from Greater Germany's prisons, hospitals and other state bodies. Amazingly, the place was a successful business after the war until 2002, when it was shut down (due to money laundering by the owner).
Since then it has been abandoned. Or "abandoned" rather. Rather worrying rumours have sprung up about the place and the kind of people who frequent it. Rumours of animal sacrifices and esoteric Nazism are not uncommon...and as the photos show, not without foundation. There is a LOT of blood around that building...and some of it is very fresh (days to hours old, depending on whether it is human or not).
Sleep well, PD.
Normally I find abandoned buildings and the like really interesting and to an extent this one still is. But....that is definitely way too much recent-looking blood, animal or human, to be comfortable with.
Quote from: N E T on January 16, 2015, 06:05:06 AM
Tonight on my ride home from work some asshole in oncoming traffic rolled down his window and yelled some dumb shit at me. It was so idiotic I couldn't quite parse it. I thought I heard him right, but I decided to check my helmet cam recording just to be sure after I got home. I turned out to hear him just fine. He yelled, "Turn off your fucking light off!" At night. In the fog. My headlamp was on its lowest setting.
I'm stunned and amazed that people like that actually exist. :eek: I mean, I've had random fuckwads yell stuff like, "Yew shouldn't be in the shtreet!" while I'm standing over a turn lane sensor made specifically for bicycles that has a bicycle graphic painted on the road underneath me, but never something so staggeringly asinine both in terms of grammar and basic fucking common sense.
Wins all the way around. I really want to try to pull off the double preposition off intentionally now.
I started hearing all kinds of calls last night about icy highways and pileups. My mother works elsewhere in the same department, so I thought I'd call her and give her a heads up to drive carefully on the way home - she's a terrible driver. No response at her extension after a few tries, so I e-mailed her. Her shift ends so I go out to meet her in the parking lot to let her know in person. Her car isn't there. I call her at home. No response. She called back a few minutes later.
She'd had a close-to panic attack (pretty common for her) at about 10 in the morning and drove home. She's having another one of her episodes, they come once or twice a year, the regular ones culminating in a pill adjustment by her doctor and the bad ones a stay in the psychiatric ward for a few days. I guess it should have been a warning side when she called me the other day all fucked up and panicking because she couldn't get her iPad connected to the internet and then snapped at me when I tried to troubleshoot it with her. Well, this call ended when she got another call, hopefully her doctor, and she hastily got rid of me.
I called her back when I was out of work and could talk a bit more, offer some more help. No answer. I called this morning when I didn't see her car in the lot. No answer. I asked my sister if she's heard from her. No answer. I called again a half hour ago and left a message. No answer.
So once again, as has happened since I was 17 or so, I have no fucking idea where she is, if she's alive or dead, nothing. I don't know if she got checked in and her sisters didn't bother telling me, I don't know if she just downed her ample cocktail of psych meds. I guess I have to drive by on the way home tonight and, I don't know, see if she's still alive or something.
The thing is, when I was 12 or so my mother had this cockatiel. I hated that fucking little bird. When I stayed there on the weekends, sleeping on a papazon cushion on the floor, she would put the cage in the bathroom so that it wouldn't wake me up squawking at the crack of dawn. One morning, she went off to church with the bird still in there. She'd left the cage open so it could move around. I woke up and went to the bathroom, and I found it drowned in the toilet with little water splashes all around the floor and the bowl as it struggled, fruitlessly, to escape its bird bath of doom. I got a plastic bag and I reached into the toilet and I removed the cockatiel before my mother could see it. I can't help but feel like I'm going to drive there tonight and find some variation on the same thing, in some kind of fucked up, hackneyed real life symbolism.
OR MAYBE SHE'S FINE - I HAVE NO FUCKING IDEA
Oh, that's fucked. I'm sorry you have to go through that.
Quite a trip, man. Can't be easy. Hope everything's good.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 16, 2015, 07:21:25 PM
Oh, that's fucked. I'm sorry you have to go through that.
It's bad writing, LMNO, that's what bothers me the most about it.
But thanks. I needed to spew. It keeps happening, and it doesn't make it less fucked up, it actually compounds it. Is this a routine episode with a quick doctor visit and a few off days, or is this the last one? I've developed this complicated serene-angry-humorous worry about it over the years.
She's checked herself into the crisis center, probably overnight, for a "medication adjustment."
"Don't worry about me. I'm safe. Don't worry about me."
Alright mom. :|
Anyway, thanks guys.
Well now you know. Cue canned laugh track.
That's good to know, at least.
Today I learned: should is a bad word, and people who use it should feel bad.
(http://i.imgur.com/K48jtk7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aEtAfe2.jpg)
SHOULD IS A HORRIBLE WORD BECAUSE I HAVE MASSIVE EMOTIONAL ISSUES THAT I BIZARRELY ASSOCIATE WITH IT
I now have a union job with paid holidays, paid sick days, benefits, mandatory overtime IN TEXAS (lol socialism lol)! I'm a grease monkey for airline carriers which is like a 15 min drive from me. Thanks Roger for your help in case you had some say in this! Hell I'm so happy I might even get on top of my wife tonight! Hell I might even do that cute middle eastern guy at the desk too.
Quote from: Cain on January 16, 2015, 09:58:02 PM
Today I learned: should is a bad word, and people who use it should feel bad.
(http://i.imgur.com/K48jtk7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aEtAfe2.jpg)
We live in truly hellish times.
Quote from: Metal Bear on January 16, 2015, 10:20:07 PM
I now have a union job with paid holidays, paid sick days, benefits, mandatory overtime IN TEXAS (lol socialism lol)! I'm a grease monkey for airline carriers which is like a 15 min drive from me. Thanks Roger for your help in case you had some say in this! Hell I'm so happy I might even get on top of my wife tonight! Hell I might even do that cute middle eastern guy at the desk too.
Awesome dude!
Quote from: Cain on January 16, 2015, 09:58:02 PM
Today I learned: should is a bad word, and people who use it should feel bad.
(http://i.imgur.com/K48jtk7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aEtAfe2.jpg)
Wonder how shall and shouldn't fit into the weird world of feminine product advertisement critics.
what of aught? This could get pretty deep.
You see the problem runs even deeper than that.... its not about should, or could or whatever, its READ THIS, its an imperative, the words are raping the reader.
Quote from: The Johnny on January 16, 2015, 11:55:22 PM
You see the problem runs even deeper than that.... its not about should, or could or whatever, its READ THIS, its an imperative, the words are raping the reader.
:lulz:
Yes! Imperative suggestion finally exposed.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 16, 2015, 08:58:39 PM
She's checked herself into the crisis center, probably overnight, for a "medication adjustment."
"Don't worry about me. I'm safe. Don't worry about me."
Alright mom. :|
Anyway, thanks guys.
Oh man, EOC, I'm sorry! It's awful for a kid to have to deal with any of that, even as an adult. I'm glad she's OK though.
Quote from: Metal Bear on January 16, 2015, 10:20:07 PM
I now have a union job with paid holidays, paid sick days, benefits, mandatory overtime IN TEXAS (lol socialism lol)! I'm a grease monkey for airline carriers which is like a 15 min drive from me. Thanks Roger for your help in case you had some say in this! Hell I'm so happy I might even get on top of my wife tonight! Hell I might even do that cute middle eastern guy at the desk too.
Congratulations, that's awesome!
Quote from: Cain on January 16, 2015, 09:58:02 PM
Today I learned: should is a bad word, and people who use it should feel bad.
The way that person uses the word "problematic" is problematic, manipulative, invalidating, and also emotionally abusive.
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on January 16, 2015, 11:03:41 PM
Wonder how shall and shouldn't fit into the weird world of feminine product advertisement critics.
what of aught? This could get pretty deep.
From now on, all advertising needs to be phrased as tentative suggestions.
"THE ONE DIET TIP YOU MIGHT WANT TO CONSIDER LOOKING AT IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN THAT SORT OF THING"
"POSSIBLY TRY GEICO TODAY, MAYBE?"
"THE ONE PREMIERE YOU MAY PERHAPS WISH TO NOT MISS"
"IF YOU AREN'T 100% SATISFIED WITH THE THING YOU'RE USING, MAYBE YOU WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT THIS ALTERNATIVE THAT SOME PEOPLE THINK IS PRETTY FUNCTIONAL"
Now I know how the Mystic Wicks folks felt about E-Prime.
You know... as a method of standing out against the backdrop of imperatives that might actually become a trend along certain demographic lines.
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on January 17, 2015, 03:02:25 AM
You know... as a method of standing out against the backdrop of imperatives that might actually become a trend along certain demographic lines.
I was totally just thinking that, too. Some young up-and-coming ad agency employee is going to make their career on that premise within 5 years, I bet.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 02:37:55 AM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 16, 2015, 08:58:39 PM
She's checked herself into the crisis center, probably overnight, for a "medication adjustment."
"Don't worry about me. I'm safe. Don't worry about me."
Alright mom. :|
Anyway, thanks guys.
Oh man, EOC, I'm sorry! It's awful for a kid to have to deal with any of that, even as an adult. I'm glad she's OK though.
Yeah. It's really great that she picked up knowing when she needs help, and how to get it. My sister and I are going to have a talk with her when she's lucid again about having a contact list with her therapist or the crisis center to call when her state of mind is too far gone to think of it. Thing is, she needs better care than the once a month therapy she gets and separate doctor for prescription. She should probably actually be on disability. Part of the stress is barely functioning in a horrible work environment even in simple positions. But she's pretty much got to stick it out until retirement at this point, financially.
She gave me her med list for my sister to drop off at the center and for real, that shit could kill off the remaining panda population. Mr. Ed would look at it and be like, "neigh, bro."
Seriously I am impressed. Mom can hold her shit. Woman's like 5'2" and on that cocktail? Woman can party.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 03:25:24 AM
Seriously I am impressed. Mom can hold her shit. Woman's like 5'2" and on that cocktail? Woman can party.
Damn, dude. :eek:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 03:47:37 AM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 03:25:24 AM
Seriously I am impressed. Mom can hold her shit. Woman's like 5'2" and on that cocktail? Woman can party.
Damn, dude. :eek:
Yyyeah sorry my sense of humor may be a bit off today.
Not even 24 hours after posting grades and I have my first complaint. I docked her 25% for late homework, and her excuse is that she was "like 3 minutes late due to the room change".
The professor announced THE FIRST DAY that he was putting in for a room change, and that he would post it on the website. The new room was posted the next day. That means this chick had 6 days to notice it, just like everyone else. On top of that, we waited 5 minutes after start time for any stragglers who didn't notice the room change on the website (which they had to have used to take the required quiz) to get to the old classroom, see the notice on the door, and climb the two short flights of stairs or take the elevator to the new classroom.
Seriously, honors just doesn't feel like that big of an accomplishment now that I know I'm being compared to people who literally cannot follow simple directions.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 03:49:52 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 03:47:37 AM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 03:25:24 AM
Seriously I am impressed. Mom can hold her shit. Woman's like 5'2" and on that cocktail? Woman can party.
Damn, dude. :eek:
Yyyeah sorry my sense of humor may be a bit off today.
No, it's fair. :lol:
It almost seems wrong to follow that up with this, but holy shit I've noticed that my sleep has improved since I cut out my evening wine. I didn't realize that a couple glasses of wine could fuck with my sleep that bad. It's so intoxicating to sleep this well that I almost never want to drink again (but of course I have a birthday party tomorrow, so...)
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 03:55:41 AM
Not even 24 hours after posting grades and I have my first complaint. I docked her 25% for late homework, and her excuse is that she was "like 3 minutes late due to the room change".
The professor announced THE FIRST DAY that he was putting in for a room change, and that he would post it on the website. The new room was posted the next day. That means this chick had 6 days to notice it, just like everyone else. On top of that, we waited 5 minutes after start time for any stragglers who didn't notice the room change on the website (which they had to have used to take the required quiz) to get to the old classroom, see the notice on the door, and climb the two short flights of stairs or take the elevator to the new classroom.
Seriously, honors just doesn't feel like that big of an accomplishment now that I know I'm being compared to people who literally cannot follow simple directions.
Sounds like she knew what was going to happen, what she was going to say, and was just waiting to let the world know that it just wasn't her fault. It was that unreasonable grade from someone who expects, of all things, adults to be mildly responsible!
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 04:12:54 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 03:55:41 AM
Not even 24 hours after posting grades and I have my first complaint. I docked her 25% for late homework, and her excuse is that she was "like 3 minutes late due to the room change".
The professor announced THE FIRST DAY that he was putting in for a room change, and that he would post it on the website. The new room was posted the next day. That means this chick had 6 days to notice it, just like everyone else. On top of that, we waited 5 minutes after start time for any stragglers who didn't notice the room change on the website (which they had to have used to take the required quiz) to get to the old classroom, see the notice on the door, and climb the two short flights of stairs or take the elevator to the new classroom.
Seriously, honors just doesn't feel like that big of an accomplishment now that I know I'm being compared to people who literally cannot follow simple directions.
Sounds like she knew what was going to happen, what she was going to say, and was just waiting to let the world know that it just wasn't her fault. It was that unreasonable grade from someone who expects, of all things, adults to be mildly responsible!
What's really insane is that the homework is worth one point. One. Fucking. Point. Out of 200.
Holy shit, while I've been busy, Pussy Shots has self-organized into a Facebook trolling machine.
Members are now actively seeking out other cat groups to troll.
Pretty sure it won't end there.
What have I made?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 05:22:03 AM
Members are now actively seeking out other cat groups to troll.
Pretty sure it won't end there.
What have I made?
The Future™, Nigel. Who is driving van?
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 06:14:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 05:22:03 AM
Members are now actively seeking out other cat groups to troll.
Pretty sure it won't end there.
What have I made?
The Future™, Nigel. Who is driving van?
OH GOD, FACEBOOK GROUP IS DRIVING VAN
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 06:18:22 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 06:14:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 05:22:03 AM
Members are now actively seeking out other cat groups to troll.
Pretty sure it won't end there.
What have I made?
The Future™, Nigel. Who is driving van?
OH GOD, FACEBOOK GROUP IS DRIVING VAN
We're making the mother of all omelettes here. Can't fret over every egg.
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 06:24:34 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 06:18:22 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 06:14:26 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 05:22:03 AM
Members are now actively seeking out other cat groups to troll.
Pretty sure it won't end there.
What have I made?
The Future™, Nigel. Who is driving van?
OH GOD, FACEBOOK GROUP IS DRIVING VAN
We're making the mother of all omelettes here. Can't fret over every egg.
:lulz: :horrormirth:
My grandfather suffered a stroke in the early hours of the morning. My grandmother didn't realize what was going on and left him for probably an hour before she called the ambulance.
It doesn't look good. He was completely unresponsive until about 11am, and since then he's been in obvious distress. My grandmother is in shock, and my mum is trying to keep her calm.
It shouldn't be too surprising - he's 86 - but he's always been in very good health, kept active and productive. He's an artist and he's always putting on exhibitions. He'd seemed better than ever when I saw him a couple of months ago.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 05:22:03 AM
Members are now actively seeking out other cat groups to troll.
Pretty sure it won't end there.
What have I made?
Anarchist cat group is actually a pretty cool place, but they tend to come down on the banhammer on trolls and has a safe space policy of sorts.
I noticed you joined, and an influx of Discordian kitty fans
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 17, 2015, 11:32:45 AM
My grandfather suffered a stroke in the early hours of the morning. My grandmother didn't realize what was going on and left him for probably an hour before she called the ambulance.
It doesn't look good. He was completely unresponsive until about 11am, and since then he's been in obvious distress. My grandmother is in shock, and my mum is trying to keep her calm.
It shouldn't be too surprising - he's 86 - but he's always been in very good health, kept active and productive. He's an artist and he's always putting on exhibitions. He'd seemed better than ever when I saw him a couple of months ago.
Fuck. Sorry, Dsquid. Here's hoping for the best.
Hope everything turns out alright, Demosquid
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 03:55:41 AM
Not even 24 hours after posting grades and I have my first complaint. I docked her 25% for late homework, and her excuse is that she was "like 3 minutes late due to the room change".
The professor announced THE FIRST DAY that he was putting in for a room change, and that he would post it on the website. The new room was posted the next day. That means this chick had 6 days to notice it, just like everyone else. On top of that, we waited 5 minutes after start time for any stragglers who didn't notice the room change on the website (which they had to have used to take the required quiz) to get to the old classroom, see the notice on the door, and climb the two short flights of stairs or take the elevator to the new classroom.
Seriously, honors just doesn't feel like that big of an accomplishment now that I know I'm being compared to people who literally cannot follow simple directions.
If you allowed 5 minutes and she claims to have been 3 minutes, I'm having some trouble with her story, here.
If you're working with grades, it's best to be a hardass early on.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 17, 2015, 11:32:45 AM
My grandfather suffered a stroke in the early hours of the morning. My grandmother didn't realize what was going on and left him for probably an hour before she called the ambulance.
It doesn't look good. He was completely unresponsive until about 11am, and since then he's been in obvious distress. My grandmother is in shock, and my mum is trying to keep her calm.
It shouldn't be too surprising - he's 86 - but he's always been in very good health, kept active and productive. He's an artist and he's always putting on exhibitions. He'd seemed better than ever when I saw him a couple of months ago.
That's awful, Demosquid. I hope he recovers.
Thanks guys.
At first he wasn't able to move his left side at all, but that's improved. He still can't talk but he seems more lucid - he could tell people were there with him and I hope that helped.
So... things are looking better than they were this morning, at least. Just have to stay hopeful for now.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 17, 2015, 11:32:45 AM
My grandfather suffered a stroke in the early hours of the morning. My grandmother didn't realize what was going on and left him for probably an hour before she called the ambulance.
It doesn't look good. He was completely unresponsive until about 11am, and since then he's been in obvious distress. My grandmother is in shock, and my mum is trying to keep her calm.
It shouldn't be too surprising - he's 86 - but he's always been in very good health, kept active and productive. He's an artist and he's always putting on exhibitions. He'd seemed better than ever when I saw him a couple of months ago.
Oh, no, that's awful. :( I'm sorry to hear it.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 17, 2015, 04:31:08 PM
Thanks guys.
At first he wasn't able to move his left side at all, but that's improved. He still can't talk but he seems more lucid - he could tell people were there with him and I hope that helped.
So... things are looking better than they were this morning, at least. Just have to stay hopeful for now.
He's able to move his left side? That's very promising.
Yeah - I'm not with him but my mum said he was able to raise his left arm and move his left leg - not a lot but some.
They've just left him to have some rest, and said they'd check in again this evening. The doctors still haven't really told them much - it is too early to say, basically. From what little I know about this sort of thing, any improvement at all in the first day feels hopeful.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 17, 2015, 04:20:42 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 03:55:41 AM
Not even 24 hours after posting grades and I have my first complaint. I docked her 25% for late homework, and her excuse is that she was "like 3 minutes late due to the room change".
The professor announced THE FIRST DAY that he was putting in for a room change, and that he would post it on the website. The new room was posted the next day. That means this chick had 6 days to notice it, just like everyone else. On top of that, we waited 5 minutes after start time for any stragglers who didn't notice the room change on the website (which they had to have used to take the required quiz) to get to the old classroom, see the notice on the door, and climb the two short flights of stairs or take the elevator to the new classroom.
Seriously, honors just doesn't feel like that big of an accomplishment now that I know I'm being compared to people who literally cannot follow simple directions.
If you allowed 5 minutes and she claims to have been 3 minutes, I'm having some trouble with her story, here.
If you're working with grades, it's best to be a hardass early on.
Yup. Even if I were to cut her slack for not checking the website for the room change, there's no way she got to the old room on time, as the old room is less than 2 minutes away unless you're mobility impaired. FFS the one girl who IS mobility impaired managed to turn hers in on time. Class starts at 5:30, students need to be present, turn in their homework, and in their seats by the time the professor starts talking. It's like having a shift that starts at 9: you don't walk through the doors at 9 and then meander to the time clock, clock in, and saunter to the floor. You're clocked in and on the floor ready to work by 9.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 17, 2015, 04:49:57 PM
Yeah - I'm not with him but my mum said he was able to raise his left arm and move his left leg - not a lot but some.
They've just left him to have some rest, and said they'd check in again this evening. The doctors still haven't really told them much - it is too early to say, basically. From what little I know about this sort of thing, any improvement at all in the first day feels hopeful.
That means his motor cortex isn't too significantly damaged, so that's good! And yes, the earlier there is improvement the better the outcome. Is there indication that he understands what's said to him?
That is very good news, Demosquid. Too early to crack open the champagne, maybe, but a very positive indicator.
Plus if he was leading a healthy and active lifestyle before this, that is also grounds for some hope.
Yeah I've always heard that's a good sign. Here's to more improvement!
Saturday is gym day with the brother in law. There are all these fit, hard working bodies around and my eye keeps getting drawn to a tall, thin girl. He asks me what the deal is.
"Man, just look at how diligently she returns her equipment to where she found it. I wanna be like 'Hey honey, let's get responsible together.'"
It's possible I've found why I am not doing well in the dating game. :oops:
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 06:20:52 PM
Yeah I've always heard that's a good sign. Here's to more improvement!
Saturday is gym day with the brother in law. There are all these fit, hard working bodies around and my eye keeps getting drawn to a tall, thin girl. He asks me what the deal is.
"Man, just look at how diligently she returns her equipment to where she found it. I wanna be like 'Hey honey, let's get responsible together.'"
It's possible I've found why I am not doing well in the dating game. :oops:
It's all about finding someone who finds that
hot.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 06:26:15 PM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 06:20:52 PM
Yeah I've always heard that's a good sign. Here's to more improvement!
Saturday is gym day with the brother in law. There are all these fit, hard working bodies around and my eye keeps getting drawn to a tall, thin girl. He asks me what the deal is.
"Man, just look at how diligently she returns her equipment to where she found it. I wanna be like 'Hey honey, let's get responsible together.'"
It's possible I've found why I am not doing well in the dating game. :oops:
It's all about finding someone who finds that hot.
"What's up baby you wanna go reshelve some books at the library?"
YEAH TELL ME HOW ORGANIZED YOUR CABINETS ARE
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 06:42:28 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 06:26:15 PM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 17, 2015, 06:20:52 PM
Yeah I've always heard that's a good sign. Here's to more improvement!
Saturday is gym day with the brother in law. There are all these fit, hard working bodies around and my eye keeps getting drawn to a tall, thin girl. He asks me what the deal is.
"Man, just look at how diligently she returns her equipment to where she found it. I wanna be like 'Hey honey, let's get responsible together.'"
It's possible I've found why I am not doing well in the dating game. :oops:
It's all about finding someone who finds that hot.
"What's up baby you wanna go reshelve some books at the library?"
When you find the girl who gets excited about that, you'll know she's the one.
What's cool is that even if a woman like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
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Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
That, is a noble figure.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
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It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 04:52:46 PM
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 17, 2015, 04:49:57 PM
Yeah - I'm not with him but my mum said he was able to raise his left arm and move his left leg - not a lot but some.
They've just left him to have some rest, and said they'd check in again this evening. The doctors still haven't really told them much - it is too early to say, basically. From what little I know about this sort of thing, any improvement at all in the first day feels hopeful.
That means his motor cortex isn't too significantly damaged, so that's good! And yes, the earlier there is improvement the better the outcome. Is there indication that he understands what's said to him?
We're not really sure how much he understands right now. He seems to be trying to open his eyes and he's squeezing hands, which is good, but he hasn't managed to get his eyes open yet.
It turns out he wasn't left for an hour, either - it probably began around 10:30 and the ambulance wasn't called until 2:30. The details are pretty distressing - he was against a radiator for an hour, and there's burns over his back to deal with too.
I got the sides wrong as well- his left side is fine, it is the right which is damaged.
He's had a clot rather than a bleed and they're keeping him on aspirin. The stroke nurse says that it'll all depend on the next 2-3 days and whether he has more repeats.
My grandmother is in denial about the situation. She seems to think he'll be back on his feet and fine in a day or two. I don't think we really appreciated how much he has been looking after her, either; she's largely immobile (though she's always protested that and refused anything like a wheelchair or buggy). She didn't know where food or cutlery was stored or even which key opens the front door.
My mum has taken a week off work to look after my grandmother and try to prepare her for bringing him back if he recovers enough. Nobody at the hospital was really prepared to talk about how bad it could be or what recovery might look like yet. I expect that conversation will come on Monday.
The main thing I've been thinking about all day is that, when I saw him before Christmas, we had a long discussion about an argument he'd had with my uncle. The uncle had been trying to get him and my grandmother into a home. He was furious and absolutely hated the thought of losing his independence - he made me and my mum promise that we'd have his corner if it came to it.
Horrible that we'd discuss something like that just a few months before this. All we can really do right now is hope that he recovers enough it isn't an issue. It'd never come up before, and I remember thinking it was weird that the uncle would even raise the idea at the time.
Thanks again for the kind words. I don't normally like sharing this kind of personal stuff, but it has helped to write it out.
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 11:49:40 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
That's so sad, Demo Squid. :( No matter how it goes down, it's never easy when our old folks suffer from the kinds of major illnesses and injuries that tend to come near the end of life. Hang in there, I hope for the best possible outcome.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 17, 2015, 04:31:08 PM
Thanks guys.
At first he wasn't able to move his left side at all, but that's improved. He still can't talk but he seems more lucid - he could tell people were there with him and I hope that helped.
So... things are looking better than they were this morning, at least. Just have to stay hopeful for now.
Immediate improvement is good.
The word for today is "ultracrepidarian".
QuoteThanks again for the kind words. I don't normally like sharing this kind of personal stuff, but it has helped to write it out.
- Demolition Squid
Had to go with this way of quoting you because :argh!: with smartphone trying to shorten quote.
I'm not one to bring up such matters either Squid. I do very strongly sympathize, I'm just not usually comfortable being expressive about such.
Hold on to hope. I can only do a few things and gladly will. I can and will pray for your grandfather. For me this is as much a matter of appeal to God for an easing of the troubles on the way as a respectful bit of vigil. Whatever the reality of God, and I'll not deny my experiences nor pretend they constitute proof, it is a token of respect as well.
I will also reciprocate on the sharing since I've not really done much of that here but it's right to if others have in good faith. It's half the point of a church of any sort. A place to lay down your troubles and be thankful for the good things,
hopeful for the rest.
Early this last year my Dad was diagnosed with stage 3 non Hodgkins lymphoma. His health had been degrading for some time and, after many appeals from my brothers and myself, my aunts finally convinced him to see a doctor in Kenosha (south of Racine) instead of his then current doctor. Who can rot.
The cancer had enlarged his spleen to the point that his kidney was cut off, this was when he finally got ill enough to capitulate. It saved his life.
The cancer had probably been building up in him for years undiagnosed. Before the tests came back I only knew that he had lymphoma and made some preparations to move back home if he required care or had a poor prognosis.
It must be said that my Dad is the sort of stubborn that they don't seem to make anymore. In his faith most of all. I have in the course of my life seen the very good and the just unacceptable among Christianity. Despite seeing his worst nature as his child he remains one of the most influential standards by which I judge the difference.
That same stubbornness very nearly killed him. I am convinced the faith kept him alive. Not being right about theology mind you. Just the capacity to have hope that in his case most certainly stems from his theology. He has given hope to a lot of people and has yet to run out.
I respectfully wish to keep this somewhat brief and MUST crash soon for work.
My point here is that in all the troubles I've seen over last year
(and even recently as immune deficit from the chemotherapy has caused a terrible viral infection that nearly killed him with fever and he was saved only because some sort of plastic that had burnt onto his space heater in his bedroom was smelled by my brother, who lives with him, in the dead of night and he went to check on him) <-too tired to word right
All those troubles have not been somehow averted by having faith, but they have been eased by the love and hope that was produced by it.
So I will hope to God for both our troubles Squid. Hang in there.
My shit finally shipped. I now have things to cook with, my library and my desktop, in a now extremely crowded room.
On the plus side, once I'm settled in, I can start recording again, like I keep on promising to.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 12:27:21 AM
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Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
also LOL bi people. 7000 works for me :D
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 18, 2015, 12:40:03 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 12:27:21 AM
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Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
also LOL bi people. 7000 works for me :D
Yeah, I've heard of bi people. :lol: I was just still talking about EOC, who as far as I know isn't.
Quote from: Cain on January 18, 2015, 10:37:58 AM
My shit finally shipped. I now have things to cook with, my library and my desktop, in a now extremely crowded room.
On the plus side, once I'm settled in, I can start recording again, like I keep on promising to.
Woohoo!
A Pinterest my friend is working on: http://www.pinterest.com/pdrake/images-you-should-not-masturbate-to/
The FB group "Group for anarchists to post pictures of their cats in" is a barrel of lulz. From the rules: "Anarchy isn't anarchy when it isn't safe for all".
The admins delete comments that disagree with their opinions, and ban people at the drop of a hat. Today, one of the admins said that she was refusing to add people who had Charlie Hebdo-related avatars, because, and I quote: "charlie hebdo isn't "satire," the whole POINT of satire is NOT to make fun of marginalized groups, that's what "mainstream humor" is for." and "...oppressing marginalized groups is never satire. they were certainly oppressors."
But it gets better. Yesterday they banned somebody for using the word "butthurt", on the premise that "butthurt" is homophobic because it oppresses people who have anal sex. MEANWHILE, they don't even seem to notice the use of the word "retarded" as a derogatory term.
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
These people have drunk the kool-aid and have the blanket fort on lockdown. The group itself has nothing to do with anarchy, and would probably be better served to remove the word from their name, but beyond that they are doing nothing to dissuade me of my impression that "anarchist", like "libertarian" and "communist", is just another synonym for "fascist". If you subscribe to one of these ideologies and people won't behave ideally, thus making your Utopia possible, you have to MAKE them behave.
Anyway, I am keenly aware that every time I speak up I run the risk of being banned, so I am trying to keep it to a minimum, so that I can sit back and watch the lulz roll by.
It's kind of like a high-school slapfight club, administrated by Mean Girls. :lol:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 12:42:00 AM
These people have drunk the kool-aid and have the blanket fort on lockdown.
Newsfeed?
In tonight's bored, sobriety-fueled effort to find out where all the internet users went, I stumbled upon this:
http://www.buzzfeed.com/jwherrman/what-happened-to-the-new-internet#.mtyXEzYEZ
QuoteA sort of common wisdom has congealed — and Medium has done little to dissolve it — that Medium is like a YouTube for written stories. In 2005, YouTube solved the problem of embeddable, sharable short videos; in 2014, perhaps Medium answers similar, albeit much less urgent questions: Where do you write without starting a blog, without joining a community, without writing a comment, without having access to the media? Where do you just insert your idea into the internet? If you understand the last year of Medium as a proof-of-concept phase, spent building a toolset and creating a very nice way to type words into a box, then it's already been a success. It's an increasingly attractive entry point to the semi-pro internet, a latter day WordPress that both hopes to take over written content and to get credit for it.
Possibly of interest to the writers among us.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 11:20:59 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 18, 2015, 12:40:03 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 12:27:21 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 11:49:40 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
also LOL bi people. 7000 works for me :D
Yeah, I've heard of bi people. :lol: I was just still talking about EOC, who as far as I know isn't.
Is not, but hey maybe I just haven't ever met a dude I'm attracted to yet. Why close that door, ya know? :wink:
And thanks for the encouragement, y'all.
I am just :lulz: wow. They are trying to school me on how "butthurt" and "niggardly" are both hurtful, oppressive words. One of them told me that I should just read and learn until I get my "101 basics".
These people are COMPLETE FUCKING IDIOTS. :lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
I'm thrilled to have all these white middle-class baby wannabe social activists protecting my old brown bisexual ass against theoretical bigots who might use "butthurt" and "niggardly" against me. Without them, whatever would my people do? I mean, I wouldn't even understand oppression without them to explain it to me!
:lol:
Picking on Islamic extremists and the Front National is "punching down"? This is why the punching down/punching up thing is retarded: satire is a weapon, and a weapon doesn't care what purpose it is put towards. A weapon can be used ethically, or not. It can be used cleverly, or not. It can even, occasionally, be used on deserving targets.
But to mistake a weapon in and of itself for an instrument of morality is a very basic error. Especially on the naive understanding of power relations that most groups who use it expound upon. Are ISIS a powerless group? Mostly. In the West, certainly. Hasn't stopped them from slaughtering tens of thousands in the Middle East though. Are the FN a "powerless" political party? Compared to the French socialists and conservatives, yes. Doesn't mean they're not a scary resurgent neo-fascist organisation, with political and financial backing from the Kremlin.
And I use those examples deliberately, as they were two extremely popular targets of Charlie Hebdo.
Quote from: Cain on January 19, 2015, 05:13:40 AM
Picking on Islamic extremists and the Front National is "punching down"? This is why the punching down/punching up thing is retarded: satire is a weapon, and a weapon doesn't care what purpose it is put towards. A weapon can be used ethically, or not. It can be used cleverly, or not. It can even, occasionally, be used on deserving targets.
But to mistake a weapon in and of itself for an instrument of morality is a very basic error. Especially on the naive understanding of power relations that most groups who use it expound upon. Are ISIS a powerless group? Mostly. In the West, certainly. Hasn't stopped them from slaughtering tens of thousands in the Middle East though. Are the FN a "powerless" political party? Compared to the French socialists and conservatives, yes. Doesn't mean they're not a scary resurgent neo-fascist organisation, with political and financial backing from the Kremlin.
And I use those examples deliberately, as they were two extremely popular targets of Charlie Hebdo.
My take on it is that these kids know a lot of buzzwords, but they don't know much theory or philosophy, and are profoundly sheltered from the reality of being an oppressed minority. They don't even have the slightest rudimentary understanding of why it's condescending to act as the Great White Protector.
Hey now, you should be happy to serve as a prop explaining why they are far more moral than all the other white people they know. Did you never want a morality pet as a child, Nigel?
Quote from: Cain on January 19, 2015, 05:47:21 AM
Hey now, you should be happy to serve as a prop explaining why they are far more moral than all the other white people they know. Did you never want a morality pet as a child, Nigel?
:lulz: I confess that I did not. But I am going to have to start saying things like "I'm not racist, one of my best friends is white, but..." and see how that goes over.
I have a fairly strong feeling that if I were to bring up my educational background they would just dismiss it as being "mainstream". They already dismissed the actual origin and popular usage of the word butthurt as "historical" and "anecdotal".
Which was kind of fucking hysterical. :lol: I can't wait until these little twits get done having their adolescent rebellions and get back to Mummy and Da to have them pay for a college education so they can go get nice corporate jobs and houses in the suburbs.
Which most people on the planet would be grateful for, but no doubt they will always be resentful of. The majority of the group REEKS of blind, blind privilege.
(No doubt they would say that the above is ableist... and besides, I don't know the pain of being born into unwanted privilege. I'm probably oppressing straight white middle-class protectors with my hate speech.)
I'm actually surprisingly annoyed about the misappropriationist revisionist history of the early days of the internet and the origin and meaning of "butthurt", which they have managed to turn from something relatively innocent and relatable (my ass hurts because I got "spanked", AKA called out on my bullshit) to something sexual and twisted.
I feel like I just had a weird "almost gay" moment on my Wall. As in, this woman I don't know well was gushing about my mouth and then concluded with "I love my husband". It was very confusing.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 18, 2015, 03:54:02 AM
The word for today is "ultracrepidarian".
Holy fuck. How did I not learn this before now??? That's such a useful term.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 12:43:54 AM
It's kind of like a high-school slapfight club, administrated by Mean Girls. :lol:
:mittens:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 11:20:59 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 18, 2015, 12:40:03 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 12:27:21 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 11:49:40 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
also LOL bi people. 7000 works for me :D
Yeah, I've heard of bi people. :lol: I was just still talking about EOC, who as far as I know isn't.
oh good, at least you don't think we're mythical unicorns :p
Sometimes, I despair about the state of the world.
But you know, I still live in a place where it is possible to order a whole week's food for less than I make in a day, and have it delivered to my doorstep so I don't even have to put on pants to collect it. That's pretty great.
I mean, I probably should put on pants anyway, but it is nice to give the delivery driver an anecdote sometimes, isn't it?
Aaand just had a phonecall from my dad.
The doctors are now saying that they don't expect my grandfather to pull through. I'm surprised, but they've said his condition is deteriorating and there's nothing they can do to stabilize him. They've told my mum this directly, but my grandmother hasn't been able to understand it - I don't know what was said exactly, but she was asking questions like 'so will he be able to continue his work?'
I've got a choice to make. I can go up and see him, though they're now saying they don't think he'll even know we're there... or I can not. Part of me feels guilty, but I don't want to see him in that condition and remember him like that...
Oof. Sorry to hear that, Demosquid.
Should you decide not to go see him, don't feel guilty for it. it's completely understandable. I visited my grampa before he died, and he didn't recognize me at all. It felt real bad.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 19, 2015, 01:23:38 PM
Aaand just had a phonecall from my dad.
The doctors are now saying that they don't expect my grandfather to pull through. I'm surprised, but they've said his condition is deteriorating and there's nothing they can do to stabilize him. They've told my mum this directly, but my grandmother hasn't been able to understand it - I don't know what was said exactly, but she was asking questions like 'so will he be able to continue his work?'
I've got a choice to make. I can go up and see him, though they're now saying they don't think he'll even know we're there... or I can not. Part of me feels guilty, but I don't want to see him in that condition and remember him like that...
So sorry. The only thing I could say about whether to go see him or not is consider if your presence would be of any help to those that are there. If you think being there might help your family, consider it, if you're up for it.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 03:24:19 AM
In tonight's bored, sobriety-fueled effort to find out where all the internet users went, I stumbled upon this:
http://www.buzzfeed.com/jwherrman/what-happened-to-the-new-internet#.mtyXEzYEZ
QuoteA sort of common wisdom has congealed — and Medium has done little to dissolve it — that Medium is like a YouTube for written stories. In 2005, YouTube solved the problem of embeddable, sharable short videos; in 2014, perhaps Medium answers similar, albeit much less urgent questions: Where do you write without starting a blog, without joining a community, without writing a comment, without having access to the media? Where do you just insert your idea into the internet? If you understand the last year of Medium as a proof-of-concept phase, spent building a toolset and creating a very nice way to type words into a box, then it's already been a success. It's an increasingly attractive entry point to the semi-pro internet, a latter day WordPress that both hopes to take over written content and to get credit for it.
Possibly of interest to the writers among us.
I've been using Smashwords for my writing. This is worth looking at.
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 19, 2015, 11:13:09 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 11:20:59 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 18, 2015, 12:40:03 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 12:27:21 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 11:49:40 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
also LOL bi people. 7000 works for me :D
Yeah, I've heard of bi people. :lol: I was just still talking about EOC, who as far as I know isn't.
oh good, at least you don't think we're mythical unicorns :p
I don't think bi people are unicorns, and neither do the ladies I fuck.
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 19, 2015, 01:23:38 PM
Aaand just had a phonecall from my dad.
The doctors are now saying that they don't expect my grandfather to pull through. I'm surprised, but they've said his condition is deteriorating and there's nothing they can do to stabilize him. They've told my mum this directly, but my grandmother hasn't been able to understand it - I don't know what was said exactly, but she was asking questions like 'so will he be able to continue his work?'
I've got a choice to make. I can go up and see him, though they're now saying they don't think he'll even know we're there... or I can not. Part of me feels guilty, but I don't want to see him in that condition and remember him like that...
I'm sorry... that's awful. :( Don't feel guilty, since he won't get anything out of a visit it's OK to choose to hold on to the memory of the last time you saw him.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 19, 2015, 08:20:59 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 18, 2015, 03:54:02 AM
The word for today is "ultracrepidarian".
Holy fuck. How did I not learn this before now??? That's such a useful term.
Hmmm, it really is.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 03:41:55 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 19, 2015, 08:20:59 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 18, 2015, 03:54:02 AM
The word for today is "ultracrepidarian".
Holy fuck. How did I not learn this before now??? That's such a useful term.
Hmmm, it really is.
MOST PEOPLE HAVEN'T HEARD OF IT. <--- Note that I am not an expert in this field.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 03:52:24 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 03:41:55 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 19, 2015, 08:20:59 AM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 18, 2015, 03:54:02 AM
The word for today is "ultracrepidarian".
Holy fuck. How did I not learn this before now??? That's such a useful term.
Hmmm, it really is.
MOST PEOPLE HAVEN'T HEARD OF IT. <--- Note that I am not an expert in this field.
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 19, 2015, 11:13:09 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 11:20:59 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 18, 2015, 12:40:03 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 12:27:21 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 11:49:40 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
also LOL bi people. 7000 works for me :D
Yeah, I've heard of bi people. :lol: I was just still talking about EOC, who as far as I know isn't.
oh good, at least you don't think we're mythical unicorns :p
I also kind of have a feeling that LMNO is also aware of the existence of bisexual people, but you could always check in with him and see if he needs reminding.
Wait. Is it that time again ALREADY?
Yanno, where suddenly someone is saying - or is said to be saying - that a portion of the population doesn't exist (ie, bisexuals), and because someone on Facebook or tumblr or Twitter or something said it, then it can be assumed that Nigel (and most other people on this board) suddenly ALSO think that this is the case?
Walking in here and saying you're bisexual is like saying you're left-handed. This IS in fact the one place where equality has been achieved, because nobody cares how anyone is oriented.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:59:10 AM
(No doubt they would say that the above is ableist... and besides, I don't know the pain of being born into unwanted privilege. I'm probably oppressing straight white middle-class protectors with my hate speech.)
It's a shame I'm not doing sociology, as I have a great idea for a thesis. I was thinking of calling it something like "Get Rekt Scrub: On the Performative Aspects of Being Better Than All Those Other White Dudes".
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 04:46:57 PM
Wait. Is it that time again ALREADY?
Yanno, where suddenly someone is saying - or is said to be saying - that a portion of the population doesn't exist (ie, bisexuals), and because someone on Facebook or tumblr or Twitter or something said it, then it can be assumed that Nigel (and most other people on this board) suddenly ALSO think that this is the case?
Walking in here and saying you're bisexual is like saying you're left-handed. This IS in fact the one place where equality has been achieved, because nobody cares how anyone is oriented.
I think that at least half the board has mentioned being bi. We just don't walk about it much because, as you mentioned, nobody gives a fuck. And nobody wants to hear the grotty details of anyone's sex life. :lol:
Quote from: Cain on January 19, 2015, 05:09:01 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:59:10 AM
(No doubt they would say that the above is ableist... and besides, I don't know the pain of being born into unwanted privilege. I'm probably oppressing straight white middle-class protectors with my hate speech.)
It's a shame I'm not doing sociology, as I have a great idea for a thesis. I was thinking of calling it something like "Get Rekt Scrub: On the Performative Aspects of Being Better Than All Those Other White Dudes".
Oh, that would be
genius. :lulz:
Wait. It's ok to want to lick penises and vaginas at the SAME TIME!?!?!?!
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 19, 2015, 05:32:17 PM
Wait. It's ok to want to lick penises and vaginas at the SAME TIME!?!?!?!
HOLD UP THERE BUCKO, DON'T GET AHEAD OF YOURSELF!
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:44:21 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 19, 2015, 05:32:17 PM
Wait. It's ok to want to lick penises and vaginas at the SAME TIME!?!?!?!
HOLD UP THERE BUCKO, DON'T GET AHEAD OF YOURSELF!
icwhatudidthere :wink:
Shit, Demosquid. My sympathies, man.
Tucson again.
I listened to Volbeat on the way to work, then popped the CD out and took it into my office and played it.
But it wasn't Volbeat, it was Lady Gaga.
I hate living in the multiverse's junkyard.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 03:37:35 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 19, 2015, 11:13:09 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 11:20:59 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 18, 2015, 12:40:03 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 18, 2015, 12:27:21 AM
Quote from: President Television on January 17, 2015, 11:49:40 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 17, 2015, 11:22:37 PM
Quote from: Pope Pixie Pickle on January 17, 2015, 08:54:11 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 17, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
What's cool is that even if a woman spag like that is one in a million, there are SEVEN THOUSAND of them out there.
newsfeed
It would need to be corrected to reflect the correct math, which would be fourteen thousand if we are expanding the search for EOC's lifemate to men.
I'm not sure how EOC feels about that, though.
I think it's more that the original figure should've been 3,500, but that doesn't roll off the tongue as well.
Oh, you're right. Good catch.
also LOL bi people. 7000 works for me :D
Yeah, I've heard of bi people. :lol: I was just still talking about EOC, who as far as I know isn't.
oh good, at least you don't think we're mythical unicorns :p
I don't think bi people are unicorns, and neither do the ladies I fuck.
yes, i am aware.
AH, APOLIGIES FOR MISAIMED ATTEMPT TO BE FUNNY.
I'm getting that sense a lot recently, like yesterday when I cracked a joke about something with a friend and they deactivated their facebook.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:30:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 04:46:57 PM
Wait. Is it that time again ALREADY?
Yanno, where suddenly someone is saying - or is said to be saying - that a portion of the population doesn't exist (ie, bisexuals), and because someone on Facebook or tumblr or Twitter or something said it, then it can be assumed that Nigel (and most other people on this board) suddenly ALSO think that this is the case?
Walking in here and saying you're bisexual is like saying you're left-handed. This IS in fact the one place where equality has been achieved, because nobody cares how anyone is oriented.
I think that at least half the board has mentioned being bi. We just don't walk about it much because, as you mentioned, nobody gives a fuck. And nobody wants to hear the grotty details of anyone's sex life. :lol:
Not true. :fap:
Very sorry to hear that about your grandfather, Demosquid
A contractor we used to use has called on us once again, after fucking up 6 consecutive projects (I did not have a say in the last 4 of those). They used to be a top-notch organization, but in the fashion of all motor houses everywhere, the moment they developed a name, they ran off all their talent in favor of lower-cost employees.
This is the 6th time in 7 months I have been contacted by their sales & service rep. It has been a different person every time, as being moved into sales/service there is the kiss of death.
I have told them that I will consider them when the same guy calls me 3 months in a row, and their technician turnover rate is below 50% per year (!!!).
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 09:52:39 PM
A contractor we used to use has called on us once again, after fucking up 6 consecutive projects (I did not have a say in the last 4 of those). They used to be a top-notch organization, but in the fashion of all motor houses everywhere, the moment they developed a name, they ran off all their talent in favor of lower-cost employees.
This is the 6th time in 7 months I have been contacted by their sales & service rep. It has been a different person every time, as being moved into sales/service there is the kiss of death.
I have told them that I will consider them when the same guy calls me 3 months in a row, and their technician turnover rate is below 50% per year (!!!).
I've wondered why success so often seems to jack everything up for many businesses and sometimes personal lives. I think it might have to do with how much effort gets put into the planning and work to 'make it' with no real thought given to the 'so now what' that comes after.
I think maybe the success is just not taken into consideration since it's far from a given during planning.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 09:52:39 PM
A contractor we used to use has called on us once again, after fucking up 6 consecutive projects (I did not have a say in the last 4 of those). They used to be a top-notch organization, but in the fashion of all motor houses everywhere, the moment they developed a name, they ran off all their talent in favor of lower-cost employees.
This is the 6th time in 7 months I have been contacted by their sales & service rep. It has been a different person every time, as being moved into sales/service there is the kiss of death.
I have told them that I will consider them when the same guy calls me 3 months in a row, and their technician turnover rate is below 50% per year (!!!).
I like this answer.
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 19, 2015, 09:15:07 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:30:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 04:46:57 PM
Wait. Is it that time again ALREADY?
Yanno, where suddenly someone is saying - or is said to be saying - that a portion of the population doesn't exist (ie, bisexuals), and because someone on Facebook or tumblr or Twitter or something said it, then it can be assumed that Nigel (and most other people on this board) suddenly ALSO think that this is the case?
Walking in here and saying you're bisexual is like saying you're left-handed. This IS in fact the one place where equality has been achieved, because nobody cares how anyone is oriented.
I think that at least half the board has mentioned being bi. We just don't walk about it much because, as you mentioned, nobody gives a fuck. And nobody wants to hear the grotty details of anyone's sex life. :lol:
Not true. :fap:
Well, at least nobody wants to hear the grotty details of my sex life. Trust me... you may
think you do, but you don't.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 11:15:00 PM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 19, 2015, 09:15:07 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:30:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 04:46:57 PM
Wait. Is it that time again ALREADY?
Yanno, where suddenly someone is saying - or is said to be saying - that a portion of the population doesn't exist (ie, bisexuals), and because someone on Facebook or tumblr or Twitter or something said it, then it can be assumed that Nigel (and most other people on this board) suddenly ALSO think that this is the case?
Walking in here and saying you're bisexual is like saying you're left-handed. This IS in fact the one place where equality has been achieved, because nobody cares how anyone is oriented.
I think that at least half the board has mentioned being bi. We just don't walk about it much because, as you mentioned, nobody gives a fuck. And nobody wants to hear the grotty details of anyone's sex life. :lol:
Not true. :fap:
Well, at least nobody wants to hear the grotty details of my sex life. Trust me... you may think you do, but you don't.
Do nevar ask about Dark Empresses sexytiems:- traumatised yet sligtly aroused isn't a state of mind for anyone.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 11:15:00 PM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 19, 2015, 09:15:07 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:30:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 04:46:57 PM
Wait. Is it that time again ALREADY?
Yanno, where suddenly someone is saying - or is said to be saying - that a portion of the population doesn't exist (ie, bisexuals), and because someone on Facebook or tumblr or Twitter or something said it, then it can be assumed that Nigel (and most other people on this board) suddenly ALSO think that this is the case?
Walking in here and saying you're bisexual is like saying you're left-handed. This IS in fact the one place where equality has been achieved, because nobody cares how anyone is oriented.
I think that at least half the board has mentioned being bi. We just don't walk about it much because, as you mentioned, nobody gives a fuck. And nobody wants to hear the grotty details of anyone's sex life. :lol:
Not true. :fap:
Well, at least nobody wants to hear the grotty details of my sex life. Trust me... you may think you do, but you don't.
Being a Holy Man™, and having been in Portland, I can make some educated guesses from the pheremones floating around in the rain. There is a lot of screaming involved. Not just DURING, but BEFORE, during the attraction process. Nigel
smiles. People scream. They don't even know WHY. It's something way back in the lizard brain, with the sex bits of the brain in a lathered frenzy, while the fight or flight bit crouches in the corner and makes high pitched noises, like a puppy in a bear trap.
But of course, our Dark Empress is a hottie, so the sex part of the brain goes along with it, disregarding the opinion of the fight or flight part, which says "fuck it", and moves to Seattle. Dragging the bear trap behind it.
When morning comes, Nigel looks 10 years younger, and the person she attracted is invisible and spends all day screaming soundlessly at passers-by for help. The passers-by shiver a bit and pull their jackets a little tighter, and hurry home in the rain, wondering why they feel so freaked out.
I'd say more, but it's time for the gym, and I feel I have endangered myself enough. I shall paint images of Saint Gulik on my door in a mixture of blood and semen to deflect Her wrath onto my neighbor (who is a shit and deserves it), but if I don't post tomorrow, just forget I ever existed.
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on January 19, 2015, 10:56:10 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 09:52:39 PM
A contractor we used to use has called on us once again, after fucking up 6 consecutive projects (I did not have a say in the last 4 of those). They used to be a top-notch organization, but in the fashion of all motor houses everywhere, the moment they developed a name, they ran off all their talent in favor of lower-cost employees.
This is the 6th time in 7 months I have been contacted by their sales & service rep. It has been a different person every time, as being moved into sales/service there is the kiss of death.
I have told them that I will consider them when the same guy calls me 3 months in a row, and their technician turnover rate is below 50% per year (!!!).
I've wondered why success so often seems to jack everything up for many businesses and sometimes personal lives. I think it might have to do with how much effort gets put into the planning and work to 'make it' with no real thought given to the 'so now what' that comes after.
I think maybe the success is just not taken into consideration since it's far from a given during planning.
"Now what" is "hire a competent manager and essentially retire and/or start over again".
Some people are great at building stuff and terrible at sustaining. They should concentrate on where their skills lie.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 11:36:49 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 11:15:00 PM
Quote from: Q. G. Pennyworth on January 19, 2015, 09:15:07 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 19, 2015, 05:30:57 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 04:46:57 PM
Wait. Is it that time again ALREADY?
Yanno, where suddenly someone is saying - or is said to be saying - that a portion of the population doesn't exist (ie, bisexuals), and because someone on Facebook or tumblr or Twitter or something said it, then it can be assumed that Nigel (and most other people on this board) suddenly ALSO think that this is the case?
Walking in here and saying you're bisexual is like saying you're left-handed. This IS in fact the one place where equality has been achieved, because nobody cares how anyone is oriented.
I think that at least half the board has mentioned being bi. We just don't walk about it much because, as you mentioned, nobody gives a fuck. And nobody wants to hear the grotty details of anyone's sex life. :lol:
Not true. :fap:
Well, at least nobody wants to hear the grotty details of my sex life. Trust me... you may think you do, but you don't.
Being a Holy Man™, and having been in Portland, I can make some educated guesses from the pheremones floating around in the rain. There is a lot of screaming involved. Not just DURING, but BEFORE, during the attraction process. Nigel smiles. People scream. They don't even know WHY. It's something way back in the lizard brain, with the sex bits of the brain in a lathered frenzy, while the fight or flight bit crouches in the corner and makes high pitched noises, like a puppy in a bear trap.
But of course, our Dark Empress is a hottie, so the sex part of the brain goes along with it, disregarding the opinion of the fight or flight part, which says "fuck it", and moves to Seattle. Dragging the bear trap behind it.
When morning comes, Nigel looks 10 years younger, and the person she attracted is invisible and spends all day screaming soundlessly at passers-by for help. The passers-by shiver a bit and pull their jackets a little tighter, and hurry home in the rain, wondering why they feel so freaked out.
I'd say more, but it's time for the gym, and I feel I have endangered myself enough. I shall paint images of Saint Gulik on my door in a mixture of blood and semen to deflect Her wrath onto my neighbor (who is a shit and deserves it), but if I don't post tomorrow, just forget I ever existed.
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Also I went to the dollar store to top up my phone, some jack off with his stupid kid was like "son please pull up your pants" while I was paying. I told him to suck my dick. Right in front of your stupid kid. DO SOMETHING!
Also tomorrow I start first day of new gig!
Quote from: Metal Bear on January 20, 2015, 12:47:07 AM
Also I went to the dollar store to top up my phone, some jack off with his stupid kid was like "son please pull up your pants" while I was paying. I told him to suck my dick. Right in front of your stupid kid. DO SOMETHING!
I endorse this approach.
Quote from: Cain on January 19, 2015, 11:39:57 PM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on January 19, 2015, 10:56:10 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 19, 2015, 09:52:39 PM
A contractor we used to use has called on us once again, after fucking up 6 consecutive projects (I did not have a say in the last 4 of those). They used to be a top-notch organization, but in the fashion of all motor houses everywhere, the moment they developed a name, they ran off all their talent in favor of lower-cost employees.
This is the 6th time in 7 months I have been contacted by their sales & service rep. It has been a different person every time, as being moved into sales/service there is the kiss of death.
I have told them that I will consider them when the same guy calls me 3 months in a row, and their technician turnover rate is below 50% per year (!!!).
I've wondered why success so often seems to jack everything up for many businesses and sometimes personal lives. I think it might have to do with how much effort gets put into the planning and work to 'make it' with no real thought given to the 'so now what' that comes after.
I think maybe the success is just not taken into consideration since it's far from a given during planning.
"Now what" is "hire a competent manager and essentially retire and/or start over again".
Some people are great at building stuff and terrible at sustaining. They should concentrate on where their skills lie.
Yeah I think I see what you mean. I have one friend in particular that is a great initiator and idea man, but often refuses to let go sometimes once he's got folks on board. He wants things to be as he wishes instead of being objective and working with what he's got.
I suppose the problem may be in people not often really knowing where their skills lie. Or perhaps envisioning for themselves an unsuitable role that serves ego and not an objective.
Might try a livestream this evening. Will see how I feel, since I've been up all night working tonight.
Mostly just to test the full extent of my internet capabilities. It should be pretty good, based on ping and upload speed, but the true test is in the doing.
Quote from: Metal Bear on January 20, 2015, 12:47:07 AM
Also I went to the dollar store to top up my phone, some jack off with his stupid kid was like "son please pull up your pants" while I was paying. I told him to suck my dick. Right in front of your stupid kid. DO SOMETHING!
Also tomorrow I start first day of new gig!
AHAHAHA
It's so awesome when assholes presume to tell you what to do as if you aren't a goddamn adult.
Quote from: Cain on January 20, 2015, 05:33:17 AM
Might try a livestream this evening. Will see how I feel, since I've been up all night working tonight.
Mostly just to test the full extent of my internet capabilities. It should be pretty good, based on ping and upload speed, but the true test is in the doing.
Curious to see what you've got, so if you do, please do post a link. I might be in bed by then but if not I'll give it a listen.
I'll probably be up pretty late this evening anyway - shift finishes at 7am this morning, so getting back into a proper sleep pattern means a late night tonight.
I'm thinking something like Mass Effect - Origin has built-in streaming capabilities. But if I can figure out how to do it with Steam games as well...well, I'll think about what I want to do. But ME has very low impact on my machine, so it's a good potential option.
Damnit Nigel!
Part of my job is adding new contacts to our database. Every time I come across a Nigel I try to put him in as a woman. :argh!:
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 20, 2015, 12:33:55 PM
Damnit Nigel!
Part of my job is adding new contacts to our database. Every time I come across a Nigel I try to put him in as a woman. :argh!:
MAYBE THEY'LL LIKE IT.
OK, I'm grabbing a drink and something to eat, and then I shall start sleep-deprived streaming in about 15 minutes or so.
Feedback is primarily on visual quality, is there lag or not, is it choppy and "frame-y" or does it run smooth, followed by sound quality.
And here we go (maybe) http://www.twitch.tv/scarabandaris
Well, shit. Blocked by nannywall.
Gunfire at Brigham and women's hospital. Suspect in custody, doctor shot. No further details at this time.
Quote from: Cain on January 20, 2015, 04:33:40 PM
And here we go (maybe) http://www.twitch.tv/scarabandaris
Woot! I'm heading out but I will watch when I get home!
Quote from: Demolition Squid on January 20, 2015, 12:33:55 PM
Damnit Nigel!
Part of my job is adding new contacts to our database. Every time I come across a Nigel I try to put him in as a woman. :argh!:
:lulz:
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 04:38:31 PM
Well, shit. Blocked by nannywall.
Bleh, that sucks
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 20, 2015, 05:03:54 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 20, 2015, 04:33:40 PM
And here we go (maybe) http://www.twitch.tv/scarabandaris
Woot! I'm heading out but I will watch when I get home!
Try http://www.twitch.tv/scarabandaris/b/613682738
My own impression is that I really need to sort out the sound.
Cardiologist shot by son of former patient. Cardiologist in OR, gunman committed suicide. Hospital operations back to normal.
I don't normally internet from class, but she's been going over chi squared for over half an hour. It's the most basic thing in statistics. Seriously. Can you read a formula and find your results in a table? Then you get it, let's move on.
So far this class is wildly dull. Hopefully it warms up.
Oh fuck, looks like we get to spend the rest of the day doing recombination probability. :roll:
Ah. chi-squared. I remember doing that in A level biology (16-18 yo classes in the UK).
I think we spent about 45 minutes on it, and it was just as dull back then. In fact, the amount of time made it seem vastly more complicated than it actually was, and I thought I was missing something for quite some time.
Oh my god, we're going to spend two lectures on this? Four hours on gene linkage???
Quote from: Cain on January 20, 2015, 06:25:13 PM
Ah. chi-squared. I remember doing that in A level biology (16-18 yo classes in the UK).
I think we spent about 45 minutes on it, and it was just as dull back then. In fact, the amount of time made it seem vastly more complicated than it actually was, and I thought I was missing something for quite some time.
Yes. So yes. It's just not that complicated.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 20, 2015, 05:58:40 PM
Cardiologist shot by son of former patient. Cardiologist in OR, gunman committed suicide. Hospital operations back to normal.
Creepy!
Unfortunately I think this class is required for premed and nursing students, which means that a lot of these people haven't taken statistics or any biology beyond 101.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 20, 2015, 06:30:26 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 20, 2015, 05:58:40 PM
Cardiologist shot by son of former patient. Cardiologist in OR, gunman committed suicide. Hospital operations back to normal.
Creepy!
It was in a different building than me, but we all got a shelter in place email. I hope the doctor pulls through.
So we are covering crossing-over at length. Not in a lot of detail, but a lot of length.
Why did I come to class today?
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 20, 2015, 06:22:56 PM
I don't normally internet from class, but she's been going over chi squared for over half an hour. It's the most basic thing in statistics.
I never took statistics, so I looked that up on Wikipedia.
I am
so not the SGitR.
(http://www.gorestruly.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/1238157980_scanners_-_head_explosion.gif)
In the meantime I am fixating on these ugly boots that are really popular this season. They're brown riding boots with a red zipper up the back, and they evoke imagery of factory workers in China. I don't usually have strong negative feelings about footwear but I hate these.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 07:05:53 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 20, 2015, 06:22:56 PM
I don't normally internet from class, but she's been going over chi squared for over half an hour. It's the most basic thing in statistics.
I never took statistics, so I looked that up on Wikipedia.
I am so not the SGitR.
(http://www.gorestruly.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/1238157980_scanners_-_head_explosion.gif)
Hahaha! Its not something that anyone outside of research really needs to know.
These. I loathe them.
(http://phantomroms.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/tall-riding-bootssaddle-up-tall-red-zipper-riding-boots---tan-from-breckelles-at-refzpbki.jpg)
Factory workers in China?
Not sure I follow. Then again, I kinda like women in boots. You know, that way.
Oh my god, how long does she need to explain that sex chromosomes don't do crossing over?
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 07:16:46 PM
Factory workers in China?
Not sure I follow. Then again, I kinda like women in boots. You know, that way.
Sweatshop shoes. Most shoes are these days, but for some reason these in particular seem very sweatshoppy.
Plus they're hideous.
Goddammit, i left my clicker at home so I'm not even getting credit for being here.
Dude, just walk out.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 07:35:38 PM
Dude, just walk out.
I should have, but that was the very last thing that happened in the class. I am now crankily eating laap gai in the creepy secret skybridge lounge.
If you're eating laap gai and are feeling crankey, that must not be very good laap.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 08:01:08 PM
If you're eating laap gai and are feeling crankey, that must not be very good laap.
It's magnificent. You underestimate my capacity for crankiness.
Dammit. Now I want laap.
It's pretty great.
LMNO, to make up for a lack of Twitch availability (also as a test for upload speed - 10 minutes to upload, 25 to process. Is pretty good) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M9Sf668aHw&feature=youtu.be
Way cool. No jitter, good sound.
Also, that rifle is so disconcerting. It the scope view the only way to fire that thing?
Volbeat CD still missing. I assume the Grabby Girls like Danish rock.
Also also, I'm pretty sure I just saw you shoot a wraith in the butt.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 08:37:03 PM
Also also, I'm pretty sure I just saw you shoot a wraith in the butt.
You're gonna have to be more specific.
Heh. I meant Cain, but if you've got a story to tell...
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 08:26:06 PM
Way cool. No jitter, good sound.
Also, that rifle is so disconcerting. It the scope view the only way to fire that thing?
Well, I can no-scope it, but for bizarre reasons best known to the devs, that gives a massive damage penalty (between 50-90%, depending on sniper rifle). The scopes zoom in much too far for the map size though, I agree.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 08:37:03 PM
Also also, I'm pretty sure I just saw you shoot a wraith in the butt.
Easiest place to hit em. I tried going for headshots a few times, but they're not that easy to actually shoot.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 09:12:00 PM
Heh. I meant Cain, but if you've got a story to tell...
Pleading the 5th, here.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 20, 2015, 09:06:04 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 20, 2015, 08:37:03 PM
Also also, I'm pretty sure I just saw you shoot a wraith in the butt.
You're gonna have to be more specific.
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Well, Surprise Daughter just moved out. :cry:
I am of mixed feelings. I'm happy that she's doing the growing-up thing, but I'm worried about her and I want her to make good choices in life.
Quote from: Cain on January 20, 2015, 08:19:02 PM
LMNO, to make up for a lack of Twitch availability (also as a test for upload speed - 10 minutes to upload, 25 to process. Is pretty good) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M9Sf668aHw&feature=youtu.be
Aw, man, you aren't talking in this one.
Perhaps this is mildly creepy, but I mostly play your videos to listen to you talk. :lol:
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 21, 2015, 12:57:16 AM
Well, Surprise Daughter just moved out. :cry:
I am of mixed feelings. I'm happy that she's doing the growing-up thing, but I'm worried about her and I want her to make good choices in life.
If you don't let them fly, how will they crash?
I kid. She'll be fine. I was very much like her at that age.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 21, 2015, 03:32:45 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 21, 2015, 12:57:16 AM
Well, Surprise Daughter just moved out. :cry:
I am of mixed feelings. I'm happy that she's doing the growing-up thing, but I'm worried about her and I want her to make good choices in life.
If you don't let them fly, how will they crash?
I kid. She'll be fine. I was very much like her at that age.
Having learned a little more about her new living situation, I am less worried. She's moved in with a pair of older girls.
The cardiologist has died.
http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/2015/01/20/person-shot-brigham-and-women-hospital/SV3PKwchBhusDlJGYbMezN/story.html?p1=feature_sec_hp
Shit, that's too bad.
Yeah.
I don't even know what goes into that.
I feel horrible for both the doctor's and the gunman's families. This is the most horrible thing that both of them are going to experience.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 21, 2015, 12:58:34 AM
Quote from: Cain on January 20, 2015, 08:19:02 PM
LMNO, to make up for a lack of Twitch availability (also as a test for upload speed - 10 minutes to upload, 25 to process. Is pretty good) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M9Sf668aHw&feature=youtu.be
Aw, man, you aren't talking in this one.
Perhaps this is mildly creepy, but I mostly play your videos to listen to you talk. :lol:
Yeah, sorry. That was just some footage I had lying around. Going to try and do some actual recording today.
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
At the end of the day, it's just a bunch of dudes in plastic armor running on a field.
My minister friend is a Colts fan, and he hates the Pats, and he was like, "the Colts would have been using the same balls. I just like saying that the Pats have deflated balls"
Also, it's the Pats. They're the Yankees of football.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 21, 2015, 01:04:40 PM
At the end of the day, it's just a bunch of dudes in plastic armor running on a field.
Ah, yes, I forgot the part where I dismiss the whole thing. That's a tactic, as well. Shuts down the morality side, leaves the tribal side alone.
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 21, 2015, 01:07:13 PM
My minister friend is a Colts fan, and he hates the Pats, and he was like, "the Colts would have been using the same balls. I just like saying that the Pats have deflated balls"
Also, it's the Pats. They're the Yankees of football.
But they don't. Each team has their own set of balls. <giggle>
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 21, 2015, 01:04:40 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
At the end of the day, it's just a bunch of dudes in plastic armor running on a field.
This is where I fall on this issue too.
The difference here is that I made an emotional commitment to "my" team.
I feel about hockey, much of baseball, and soccer the way you do about football, because I haven't really invested emotionally. It wouldn't be cognitive dissonance if I didn't give a shit.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
It is a strange feeling. Do I think it's irrational to think they're cheating with so little indication or am I just a being a fan?
We aren't cut out for this sport, LMNO.
This must be what a conservative feels like every time the Trickle Down theory is disproved.
Hey is anyone here still on Twitter? I made a new one so I have a spot I can spam horrible shit that my family probably doesn't want to see.
Last night's live tweeting of the State of the Union was surprisingly fun.
@eaterofclowns (SHOCKING)
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:36:18 PM
The difference here is that I made an emotional commitment to "my" team.
I feel about hockey, much of baseball, and soccer the way you do about football, because I haven't really invested emotionally. It wouldn't be cognitive dissonance if I didn't give a shit.
I didn't mean to imply that I didn't find it interesting that you were able to distance yourself from your reactions and observe them, I do. I would like to have that sort of response to my initial reactions.
That post of mine may have come off harsher than intended. I think I've got a handle on things, now. Since the NFL is still investigating to see what may have happened, the issue can safely be tucked away into a "maybe" state for now.
Also, for a laugh I checked FB, and read the comments. Wow. There are a lot of people flailing their arms around and screeching.
Quote from: Cain on January 21, 2015, 08:11:11 AM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 21, 2015, 12:58:34 AM
Quote from: Cain on January 20, 2015, 08:19:02 PM
LMNO, to make up for a lack of Twitch availability (also as a test for upload speed - 10 minutes to upload, 25 to process. Is pretty good) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M9Sf668aHw&feature=youtu.be
Aw, man, you aren't talking in this one.
Perhaps this is mildly creepy, but I mostly play your videos to listen to you talk. :lol:
Yeah, sorry. That was just some footage I had lying around. Going to try and do some actual recording today.
Sweet!
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
Your level of self-awareness and capability for introspection are two of the things I admire most about you.
On a completely different note, one of the most spectacular sunrises I've ever seen is doing down right now. That usually means there's a forest fire, but it's entirely the wrong time of year for a forest fire.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:36:18 PM
The difference here is that I made an emotional commitment to "my" team.
I feel about hockey, much of baseball, and soccer the way you do about football, because I haven't really invested emotionally. It wouldn't be cognitive dissonance if I didn't give a shit.
Ultimately, you will be able to file it away under the "they made a mistake but everything is fixed now" rationalization.
It would be easy to go down the "we would have won anyway, haters gonna hate" route, but I'm pondering if I should try and change my feelings about the tribe if it turns out they're culpable.
Though that would make things tricky in the Alphapants household. Mrs LMNO is a huge fan. Perhaps the most effective way of dealing with cognitive dissonance is, "My wife would get pissed at me otherwise. Let this one go."
:lulz: I just read a Reddit thread on this issue. First of all, all the articles I've seen refer to "weighing" the balls, which makes very little sense. Second, one of the Redditors, in response to questions of whether changes in temperature and atmospheric pressure could have effected the pressure in the balls, made the statement "higher pressure = more air, therefore it weighs more".
Underinflating sounds like a really stupid thing to do. If that's what happened, this is a bad decision for the books!
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
You forgot "if you're not cheating, you're not trying." And "Everybody's doing it. The Pat's are just under a bigger magnifying glass."
Also, the Pats are the Pats. Bellichick is just *a* coach among the many coaches, players, staff, fans, etc...the team has had...
^^^That's the one I use when the Broncos occasionally let a player like Romanowski slide.
Enjoy your commentated video, you filthy animals https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gefef8HsmvA
Quote from: Hoopla on January 21, 2015, 01:32:27 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 21, 2015, 01:04:40 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
At the end of the day, it's just a bunch of dudes in plastic armor running on a field.
This is where I fall on this issue too.
I JUST FEEL LIKE WHEN WE'RE ALL HURTLING TOWARD OBLVION BOTH INDIVIDUALLY AND, FURTHER ALONG, AS A SPECIES, WHY DO WE BOTHER DOING ANYTHING AT ALL
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 21, 2015, 09:08:19 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on January 21, 2015, 01:32:27 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 21, 2015, 01:04:40 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
At the end of the day, it's just a bunch of dudes in plastic armor running on a field.
This is where I fall on this issue too.
I JUST FEEL LIKE WHEN WE'RE ALL HURTLING TOWARD OBLVION BOTH INDIVIDUALLY AND, FURTHER ALONG, AS A SPECIES, WHY DO WE BOTHER DOING ANYTHING AT ALL
When you put it that way, why wouldn't we give a shit about football? If anything we care about is a distraction, distraction becomes the single most important thing there is.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 21, 2015, 09:08:19 PM
Quote from: Hoopla on January 21, 2015, 01:32:27 PM
Quote from: Nepos twiddletonis on January 21, 2015, 01:04:40 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 21, 2015, 01:00:32 PM
I'm experiencing some mahor cognitive dissonance, and since I know that it's happening, I'm having fun seeing my brain jump around and act all twitchy.
Basically, the sports team I've given my tribal allegience to has been accused of cheating, and there appears to be evidence to back it up. Because I give weight to the concept of fairness, my morals are in conflict with my tribe. It's really fascinating to see what's my mind's been doing.
- Deny that it even happened. "There's no way they could have had the opportunity."
- Even if it did happen, it's not cheating because it wasn't utilized. "The game was won on the ground, and Brady had one of his worst passing games all season."
- We didn't win by cheating, the other team lost by poor play. "Their defense sucked, and their offensive line was non-existent."
And in a very clever turnaround, pretending to appeal to fairness itself. "Did the officials check the other team's equipment too, or just ours?"
The thing is, I know how this works, and in all likelyhood even if they are found guilty of cheating, the emotional tribal affiliation will beat out the intellectual morality, and I'll go on being a fan. Brains are weird.
At the end of the day, it's just a bunch of dudes in plastic armor running on a field.
This is where I fall on this issue too.
I JUST FEEL LIKE WHEN WE'RE ALL HURTLING TOWARD OBLVION BOTH INDIVIDUALLY AND, FURTHER ALONG, AS A SPECIES, WHY DO WE BOTHER DOING ANYTHING AT ALL
:lol:
Quote from: Cain on January 21, 2015, 08:54:49 PM
Enjoy your commentated video, you filthy animals https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gefef8HsmvA
YAASSSSS
This warms my heart. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fU_2VrmPwH4
If I had a time machine, I would go back 2 million years to the Olduvai Gorge and hunt monkeys until I disappeared.
I had a dream that I was on a school bus and some friends were trying to figure out how long it would take to get to some island by boat.
they were like, "it's this far in this direction and this far in that direction, so it should be . . . umm"
then I was like, "the problem is that you're not thinking one-dimensionally"
then george takei turned around and high-fived me and we started talking about those ear bugs that khan put in chekov's ear.
Quote from: rong on January 22, 2015, 04:58:34 AM
I had a dream that I was on a school bus and some friends were trying to figure out how long it would take to get to some island by boat.
they were like, "it's this far in this direction and this far in that direction, so it should be . . . umm"
then I was like, "the problem is that you're not thinking one-dimensionally"
then george takei turned around and high-fived me and we started talking about those ear bugs that khan put in chekov's ear.
Weirdly, that sounds a lot like my day today.
On Facebook, I've taken A good cartoons (http://agoodcartoon.tumblr.com/) approach to wind Robert Dobbs up in discordian society 2014, it might not be all that funny, but if he is going to post misogynistic shit Ad nauseam I am going to bore him to death with this Gimmick. We'll see who runs out of nauseam first. If anyone else wants to chime in do.
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 21, 2015, 10:21:17 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 21, 2015, 08:54:49 PM
Enjoy your commentated video, you filthy animals https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gefef8HsmvA
YAASSSSS
The hell kind of gun is that?
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 01:02:27 PM
Quote from: Mesozoic Mister Nigel on January 21, 2015, 10:21:17 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 21, 2015, 08:54:49 PM
Enjoy your commentated video, you filthy animals https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gefef8HsmvA
YAASSSSS
The hell kind of gun is that?
A shotgun. Rather, THE shotgun. The definitive big fucking gun of the series...the Claymore (http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/M-300_Claymore). On a per shot basis, its the third heaviest hitting weapon in the game...however, the other two are single shot sniper rifles, and because of the way the games shield mechanics work, the Claymore is a better choice against shielded enemies (when shooting a shielded enemy, the damage per shot does not "bleed over", meaning you need one shot to break the shield and another to damage the health or armour. However, the Claymore and most other shotguns fire pellets which are counted as individual bullets, so you can rip through shields. Since the introduction of Phasic Rounds, single shot sniper rifles can effectively one-shot kill shielded regular enemies, but it does mean skipping out on using a better ammo power, like incendiary).
With the smart choke, it has a pretty ridiculous range, and if you choose a character with accuracy bonuses, like the Turian Soldier or Geth Infiltrator, you can effectively snipe across the map with it. The GI Claymore was what I originally used when I moved up to playing Gold difficulty and...well, it pretty much trivializes everything.
Holy crap. I was wondering why there wasn't as much time spent "aiming".
It doesn't come with a scope. None of the shotguns do (http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Weapon_mods), though arguably the N7 Crusader (http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/N7_Crusader) could benefit from one.
Whoa. Does one of those guys have a flamethrower?
Oh, yeah. A few classes do, actually. Is that a request for flamethrower gameplay? It's pretty cheap and easy...in this game, guns normally hit harder than powers, but flamer hits harder than most guns. It's pretty easy to build the Geth Trooper to do 590 damage a second with the right build and mods...for comparison, the Claymore was doing 3700 per shot in that video, when shot from cloak, on a target affected by the proxy mine. But flamer can affect multiple targets, and the damage stacks. It also has an innate bonus to armour damage, and a .75 multiplier option in the power spec.
If you feel like going for a round with it, shure. It looks cool from a third party view, though.
Quote from: Faust on January 22, 2015, 12:09:44 PM
On Facebook, I've taken A good cartoons (http://agoodcartoon.tumblr.com/) approach to wind Robert Dobbs up in discordian society 2014, it might not be all that funny, but if he is going to post misogynistic shit Ad nauseam I am going to bore him to death with this Gimmick. We'll see who runs out of nauseam first. If anyone else wants to chime in do.
In TDS 2014?
I wanna see.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 22, 2015, 06:02:52 PM
Quote from: Faust on January 22, 2015, 12:09:44 PM
On Facebook, I've taken A good cartoons (http://agoodcartoon.tumblr.com/) approach to wind Robert Dobbs up in discordian society 2014, it might not be all that funny, but if he is going to post misogynistic shit Ad nauseam I am going to bore him to death with this Gimmick. We'll see who runs out of nauseam first. If anyone else wants to chime in do.
In TDS 2014?
I wanna see.
Have a look at any dobbs post from today. He didn't respond to any of the messages I posted, I will have to be more persistent.
Quote from: Faust on January 22, 2015, 06:05:51 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 22, 2015, 06:02:52 PM
Quote from: Faust on January 22, 2015, 12:09:44 PM
On Facebook, I've taken A good cartoons (http://agoodcartoon.tumblr.com/) approach to wind Robert Dobbs up in discordian society 2014, it might not be all that funny, but if he is going to post misogynistic shit Ad nauseam I am going to bore him to death with this Gimmick. We'll see who runs out of nauseam first. If anyone else wants to chime in do.
In TDS 2014?
I wanna see.
Have a look at any dobbs post from today. He didn't respond to any of the messages I posted, I will have to be more persistent.
OIC :lulz:
Wish I had caught that before I left the group this morning. I was getting bored telling people 2014 was over.
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 22, 2015, 06:34:36 PM
Quote from: Faust on January 22, 2015, 06:05:51 PM
Quote from: NoLeDeMiel on January 22, 2015, 06:02:52 PM
Quote from: Faust on January 22, 2015, 12:09:44 PM
On Facebook, I've taken A good cartoons (http://agoodcartoon.tumblr.com/) approach to wind Robert Dobbs up in discordian society 2014, it might not be all that funny, but if he is going to post misogynistic shit Ad nauseam I am going to bore him to death with this Gimmick. We'll see who runs out of nauseam first. If anyone else wants to chime in do.
In TDS 2014?
I wanna see.
Have a look at any dobbs post from today. He didn't respond to any of the messages I posted, I will have to be more persistent.
OIC :lulz:
Wish I had caught that before I left the group this morning. I was getting bored telling people 2014 was over.
That was pretty funny too, I was so surprised when people got defensive about it.
MYSTERY SOLVED.
I HAD taken the Volbeat album into my office. Then I put it in the CD player ON TOP OF THE LADY GAGA ALBUM.
This restores my faith, to some degree, that the Electrical Alien Overlords from Galaxy Seven haven't gotten loose again.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 07:37:34 PM
MYSTERY SOLVED.
I HAD taken the Volbeat album into my office. Then I put it in the CD player ON TOP OF THE LADY GAGA ALBUM.
This restores my faith, to some degree, that the Electrical Alien Overlords from Galaxy Seven haven't gotten loose again.
Woot!
I am typing on my shitty little tablet, from the streetcar stop.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 02:47:46 PM
If you feel like going for a round with it, shure. It looks cool from a third party view, though.
Flamethrower gameplay (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_p_jemIdXk). Also:
- no missile killstreak
- arm through gut!
- good guy Turian Sentinel
- fire explosions. Lots and lots of fire explosions.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 07:37:34 PM
MYSTERY SOLVED.
I HAD taken the Volbeat album into my office. Then I put it in the CD player ON TOP OF THE LADY GAGA ALBUM.
This restores my faith, to some degree, that the Electrical Alien Overlords from Galaxy Seven haven't gotten loose again.
Onto our next mystery: What is a CD?
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 07:48:06 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 07:37:34 PM
MYSTERY SOLVED.
I HAD taken the Volbeat album into my office. Then I put it in the CD player ON TOP OF THE LADY GAGA ALBUM.
This restores my faith, to some degree, that the Electrical Alien Overlords from Galaxy Seven haven't gotten loose again.
Onto our next mystery: What is a CD?
:lulz:
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 07:48:06 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 07:37:34 PM
MYSTERY SOLVED.
I HAD taken the Volbeat album into my office. Then I put it in the CD player ON TOP OF THE LADY GAGA ALBUM.
This restores my faith, to some degree, that the Electrical Alien Overlords from Galaxy Seven haven't gotten loose again.
Onto our next mystery: What is a CD?
It's like a Napster you can touch.
Well, I've had my afternoon excitement.
Filthy Assistant just had a stroke and fell over. Ambulance has hauled him off.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 07:48:06 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 07:37:34 PM
MYSTERY SOLVED.
I HAD taken the Volbeat album into my office. Then I put it in the CD player ON TOP OF THE LADY GAGA ALBUM.
This restores my faith, to some degree, that the Electrical Alien Overlords from Galaxy Seven haven't gotten loose again.
Onto our next mystery: What is a CD?
LOOK, I GAVE UP VINYL. WHAT DO YOU PEOPLE WANT FROM ME?
Oh shit. That's gotta be shocking.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:05:09 PM
Well, I've had my afternoon excitement.
Filthy Assistant just had a stroke and fell over. Ambulance has hauled him off.
Whoa.
Hey where can I get some of these CD deals, they sound like bitchin weapons.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 08:12:56 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:05:09 PM
Well, I've had my afternoon excitement.
Filthy Assistant just had a stroke and fell over. Ambulance has hauled him off.
Whoa.
Hey where can I get some of these CD deals, they sound like bitchin weapons.
Fucking vultures are already fighting over his office. :lulz:
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:13:32 PM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 08:12:56 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:05:09 PM
Well, I've had my afternoon excitement.
Filthy Assistant just had a stroke and fell over. Ambulance has hauled him off.
Whoa.
Hey where can I get some of these CD deals, they sound like bitchin weapons.
Fucking vultures are already fighting over his office. :lulz:
:aaa:
Give it to whomever stands vigil, hanging three days on the cooling tower.
Quote from: Cain on January 22, 2015, 07:46:16 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 02:47:46 PM
If you feel like going for a round with it, shure. It looks cool from a third party view, though.
Flamethrower gameplay (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_p_jemIdXk). Also:
- no missile killstreak
- arm through gut!
- good guy Turian Sentinel
- fire explosions. Lots and lots of fire explosions.
Holy crap, dude. Flamethrowers and grenades. Awesome.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:05:44 PM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 07:48:06 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 07:37:34 PM
MYSTERY SOLVED.
I HAD taken the Volbeat album into my office. Then I put it in the CD player ON TOP OF THE LADY GAGA ALBUM.
This restores my faith, to some degree, that the Electrical Alien Overlords from Galaxy Seven haven't gotten loose again.
Onto our next mystery: What is a CD?
LOOK, I GAVE UP VINYL. WHAT DO YOU PEOPLE WANT FROM ME?
Good news! Vinyl is coming back into vogue.
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 08:17:24 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:13:32 PM
Quote from: Eater of Clowns on January 22, 2015, 08:12:56 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:05:09 PM
Well, I've had my afternoon excitement.
Filthy Assistant just had a stroke and fell over. Ambulance has hauled him off.
Whoa.
Hey where can I get some of these CD deals, they sound like bitchin weapons.
Fucking vultures are already fighting over his office. :lulz:
:aaa:
Give it to whomever stands vigil, hanging three days on the cooling tower.
:potd:
Dave Mustaine. Even deeper down the hole. https://twitter.com/DaveMustaine/status/553328776658968576
Quote from: Hello Waffles on January 22, 2015, 08:20:15 PM
Dave Mustaine. Even deeper down the hole. https://twitter.com/DaveMustaine/status/553328776658968576
He'll be ranting about the JOOOOZ next.
There's a life cycle to this shit.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 08:18:57 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 22, 2015, 07:46:16 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 02:47:46 PM
If you feel like going for a round with it, shure. It looks cool from a third party view, though.
Flamethrower gameplay (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_p_jemIdXk). Also:
- no missile killstreak
- arm through gut!
- good guy Turian Sentinel
- fire explosions. Lots and lots of fire explosions.
Holy crap, dude. Flamethrowers and grenades. Awesome.
Not much armor on that guy, though. He takes a lot of damage.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on January 22, 2015, 08:23:06 PM
Quote from: Hello Waffles on January 22, 2015, 08:20:15 PM
Dave Mustaine. Even deeper down the hole. https://twitter.com/DaveMustaine/status/553328776658968576
He'll be ranting about the JOOOOZ next.
There's a life cycle to this shit.
Given his particular, rabid brand of Christianity, I'm surprised he hasn't already.
Of course, given his particular, rabid brand of Christianity, he might be one of the "With Israel for Peace" types, too. Could go both ways.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 08:27:03 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 08:18:57 PM
Quote from: Cain on January 22, 2015, 07:46:16 PM
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on January 22, 2015, 02:47:46 PM
If you feel like going for a round with it, shure. It looks cool from a third party view, though.
Flamethrower gameplay (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_p_jemIdXk). Also:
- no missile killstreak
- arm through gut!
- good guy Turian Sentinel
- fire explosions. Lots and lots of fire explosions.
Holy crap, dude. Flamethrowers and grenades. Awesome.
Not much armor on that guy, though. He takes a lot of damage.
His shields are something like 375 when maxed out.
He does have about 1100 health though, and health regen. It's about playing it smart. Which is why I can't be bothered to play vorcha.