happythoughts 0 #1 June 20, 2006 I was talking to a buddy of mine the other day about single-hood. He was discussing his own personal warning signs. The things that just step up and say "Whoa" His biggest one was, "If she is good-looking, personality, etc... why is she single ?" I'm old, grumpy, drunk, and broke. Unfortunately, that tends to overshadow my other Sterling Qualities. Everybody seems want perfection (or at least have some kind of minimum standards ). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #2 June 20, 2006 In simpler words, "They wanna have their cake, and eat it too."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #3 June 20, 2006 QuoteI was talking to a buddy of mine the other day about single-hood. He was discussing his own personal warning signs. The things that just step up and say "Whoa" His biggest one was, "If she is good-looking, personality, etc... why is she single ?"reply]Maybe it's just because someone keeps asking that same damn question. Sometimes... when it is too good to be true between two people, it's just meant to be that good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jaden 0 #4 June 20, 2006 People usually don't have much acceptance for individuality. There is a pre-rec for being like everyone else. In most minds if you're different...you're a freak. This is not the case. To be unique is an an amazing concept... one that more should not let go of. IMO. Have a good one! -Mel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #5 June 20, 2006 QuoteMaybe it's just because someone keeps asking that same damn question. I think that my buddy is just being cautious. He has a good life now. He made a good point. If someone is just "speed dating" through the phone book, it doesn't matter. A relationship is someone that you spend some time with. That is worth a little caution. I like to discuss things with him because I have no sense at all. I see the wisdom, just can't assimilate it. As long as they keep baiting the trap the same way, I'll keep stepping in it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #6 June 20, 2006 Skydivers are the ultimate in "center of attention". A lot of time, it is not individuality as much as just doing something odd to be farther "out there" than others. The most dangerous time on a dz is a weather day. People get too inventive. The Halloween parties are better than anywhere. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #7 June 20, 2006 Okay..."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #8 June 20, 2006 Okay, what? I'm not trying to make a point, just relating a conversation. An interesting point of view to be discussed. Instead of taking a "flying buttleap" (the Penultimate AggieDave metaphor) into someones lap, maybe caution does deserve a little review. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jaden 0 #9 June 20, 2006 I agree...But, In some cases there is a deeper understanding of reality. However creepy it may be...there are people, who understand & accept life on a different level. Sometimes overspoken...this does not change what they've been blessed to know. IMO. Hindsight is a beautiful thing. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #10 June 20, 2006 I'm getting used to you having no point. I was just saying "Okay" because I really couldn't come up with anything else to advance the conversation. And I don't do "flying buttleaps." My standards aren't ridiculous or built on some "list" of criteria, but they are high. But I like the imagery of the flying buttleaps."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #11 June 20, 2006 QuoteMy standards aren't ridiculous or built on some "list" of criteria, but they are high. I just noticed that a lot of people have "show stoppers". Things that are just... "do you wear that pirate costume everywhere?" - but on a more subtle scale. I have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #12 June 20, 2006 QuoteI have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Holy vagueness, Batman!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #13 June 20, 2006 QuoteQuoteI have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Holy vagueness, Batman! Hence the name "general" warning sign. Example, if someone tells you about the 27 times that they were arrested for drunk and disorderly... HINT! I just believe that people tell ya if you listen. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #14 June 20, 2006 QuoteHence the name "general" warning sign. I knew generally what you were getting at, it just couldn't possibly have been worded more vaguely or indecisively. QuoteI just believe that people tell ya if you listen. And they show you if you just pay attention. I get very frustrated with hearing people bitch "but s/he said [whatever]" when his/her actions indicate [exact opposite of whatever].""There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #15 June 20, 2006 QuoteI knew generally what you were getting at, it just couldn't possibly have been worded more vaguely or indecisively. Hah! I know better, you were just giving me a hard time. (Note to self... hard time... ) I'm keeping a careful eye on your subterfuge. I am not fooled. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #16 June 20, 2006 QuoteI'm keeping a careful eye on your subterfuge. I am not fooled. You're just using big words to try to impress me. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jaden 0 #17 June 20, 2006 People usually get it with time. Life is one huge learning process. If they are content, their lives will continue as they are. That's cool. Fortunately, everyone is different. We all learn at different speeds...If you strive for your dream, you can achieve this. If... you want & work for it. IMO. Have a great one! Your opinion is valued. -Mel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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Jaden 0 #4 June 20, 2006 People usually don't have much acceptance for individuality. There is a pre-rec for being like everyone else. In most minds if you're different...you're a freak. This is not the case. To be unique is an an amazing concept... one that more should not let go of. IMO. Have a good one! -Mel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #5 June 20, 2006 QuoteMaybe it's just because someone keeps asking that same damn question. I think that my buddy is just being cautious. He has a good life now. He made a good point. If someone is just "speed dating" through the phone book, it doesn't matter. A relationship is someone that you spend some time with. That is worth a little caution. I like to discuss things with him because I have no sense at all. I see the wisdom, just can't assimilate it. As long as they keep baiting the trap the same way, I'll keep stepping in it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #6 June 20, 2006 Skydivers are the ultimate in "center of attention". A lot of time, it is not individuality as much as just doing something odd to be farther "out there" than others. The most dangerous time on a dz is a weather day. People get too inventive. The Halloween parties are better than anywhere. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #7 June 20, 2006 Okay..."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #8 June 20, 2006 Okay, what? I'm not trying to make a point, just relating a conversation. An interesting point of view to be discussed. Instead of taking a "flying buttleap" (the Penultimate AggieDave metaphor) into someones lap, maybe caution does deserve a little review. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jaden 0 #9 June 20, 2006 I agree...But, In some cases there is a deeper understanding of reality. However creepy it may be...there are people, who understand & accept life on a different level. Sometimes overspoken...this does not change what they've been blessed to know. IMO. Hindsight is a beautiful thing. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #10 June 20, 2006 I'm getting used to you having no point. I was just saying "Okay" because I really couldn't come up with anything else to advance the conversation. And I don't do "flying buttleaps." My standards aren't ridiculous or built on some "list" of criteria, but they are high. But I like the imagery of the flying buttleaps."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #11 June 20, 2006 QuoteMy standards aren't ridiculous or built on some "list" of criteria, but they are high. I just noticed that a lot of people have "show stoppers". Things that are just... "do you wear that pirate costume everywhere?" - but on a more subtle scale. I have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #12 June 20, 2006 QuoteI have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Holy vagueness, Batman!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #13 June 20, 2006 QuoteQuoteI have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Holy vagueness, Batman! Hence the name "general" warning sign. Example, if someone tells you about the 27 times that they were arrested for drunk and disorderly... HINT! I just believe that people tell ya if you listen. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #14 June 20, 2006 QuoteHence the name "general" warning sign. I knew generally what you were getting at, it just couldn't possibly have been worded more vaguely or indecisively. QuoteI just believe that people tell ya if you listen. And they show you if you just pay attention. I get very frustrated with hearing people bitch "but s/he said [whatever]" when his/her actions indicate [exact opposite of whatever].""There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #15 June 20, 2006 QuoteI knew generally what you were getting at, it just couldn't possibly have been worded more vaguely or indecisively. Hah! I know better, you were just giving me a hard time. (Note to self... hard time... ) I'm keeping a careful eye on your subterfuge. I am not fooled. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #16 June 20, 2006 QuoteI'm keeping a careful eye on your subterfuge. I am not fooled. You're just using big words to try to impress me. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jaden 0 #17 June 20, 2006 People usually get it with time. Life is one huge learning process. If they are content, their lives will continue as they are. That's cool. Fortunately, everyone is different. We all learn at different speeds...If you strive for your dream, you can achieve this. If... you want & work for it. IMO. Have a great one! Your opinion is valued. -Mel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. 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NWFlyer 2 #7 June 20, 2006 Okay..."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #8 June 20, 2006 Okay, what? I'm not trying to make a point, just relating a conversation. An interesting point of view to be discussed. Instead of taking a "flying buttleap" (the Penultimate AggieDave metaphor) into someones lap, maybe caution does deserve a little review. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jaden 0 #9 June 20, 2006 I agree...But, In some cases there is a deeper understanding of reality. However creepy it may be...there are people, who understand & accept life on a different level. Sometimes overspoken...this does not change what they've been blessed to know. IMO. Hindsight is a beautiful thing. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #10 June 20, 2006 I'm getting used to you having no point. I was just saying "Okay" because I really couldn't come up with anything else to advance the conversation. And I don't do "flying buttleaps." My standards aren't ridiculous or built on some "list" of criteria, but they are high. But I like the imagery of the flying buttleaps."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #11 June 20, 2006 QuoteMy standards aren't ridiculous or built on some "list" of criteria, but they are high. I just noticed that a lot of people have "show stoppers". Things that are just... "do you wear that pirate costume everywhere?" - but on a more subtle scale. I have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #12 June 20, 2006 QuoteI have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Holy vagueness, Batman!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #13 June 20, 2006 QuoteQuoteI have a general warning sign. If someone has been involved in a situation before, they probably will again. I just may, or may not, want to be the other party during the event rerun. Holy vagueness, Batman! Hence the name "general" warning sign. Example, if someone tells you about the 27 times that they were arrested for drunk and disorderly... HINT! I just believe that people tell ya if you listen. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #14 June 20, 2006 QuoteHence the name "general" warning sign. I knew generally what you were getting at, it just couldn't possibly have been worded more vaguely or indecisively. QuoteI just believe that people tell ya if you listen. And they show you if you just pay attention. I get very frustrated with hearing people bitch "but s/he said [whatever]" when his/her actions indicate [exact opposite of whatever].""There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #15 June 20, 2006 QuoteI knew generally what you were getting at, it just couldn't possibly have been worded more vaguely or indecisively. Hah! I know better, you were just giving me a hard time. (Note to self... hard time... ) I'm keeping a careful eye on your subterfuge. I am not fooled. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #16 June 20, 2006 QuoteI'm keeping a careful eye on your subterfuge. I am not fooled. You're just using big words to try to impress me. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jaden 0 #17 June 20, 2006 People usually get it with time. Life is one huge learning process. If they are content, their lives will continue as they are. That's cool. Fortunately, everyone is different. We all learn at different speeds...If you strive for your dream, you can achieve this. If... you want & work for it. IMO. Have a great one! Your opinion is valued. -Mel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
