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"Jumping the shark" generally refers to when a television series has lost its edge and does something drastic to try and improve ratings. It's a direct reference to the show "Happy Days" when The Fonz, on water skis, jumped over a shark. I've used the term here to indicate postwhoring turns for the worse. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Oh, and honorable mention goes to the following: 11. You stick around for a few months/years after posting your "official goodbye" here. I jumped the shark here back before they did away with user titles. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

10. You create an alternate account to hassle yourself in the hopes of making your regular persona look good. 9. Ted McGinley guest stars in your threads. 8. Mods are absent more frequently while they discuss the dubious merits of your basic genetic material in the "dungeon". 7. Current events you post include material even the History Channel is done with. 6. Fark charges you a usage fee for reposting their stories here. 5. You begin posting scatological images you've personally created and filmed. 4. You poke fun at everyone but yourself, leading to another lengthy discussion in the mod dungeon about you. 3. Name dropping is all you have left. 2. You get fewer than 10 replies to your "look at me, look at me" threads, sexual or otherwise. 1. Cocheese asks you to take a break. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Were you listening this morning from the beginning of the show? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Like, religiously? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

"Drunk chick: What kind of hipsters are you that you won't fuck a girl just because she wants to wear a Sailor Moon costume?" Gotta say, she's got a point. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Here's one of my favorites (Cora requests it frequently): Tamale Pie Ingredients- Filling: * 1 pound lean ground turkey * 1 cup chopped onion * 1 large green bell pepper, chopped * 1 large can (15 ounces) tomato sauce * 1 large can (28 ounces) tomatoes, cut up * 1 can (16 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained * 1 small can (4 ounces) sliced ripe olives * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 1 tablespoon sugar * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 2 heaping teaspoons chili powder * dash black pepper * several healthy dashes of cayenne pepper (if you want it spicy) * 1 cup grated Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese Crust: * 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 2 cups cold water * 1/2 teaspoon chili powder * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine * 1/2 cup grated Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese, for topping (optional) PREPARATION: Brown ground turkey with onions and green pepper; drain well. Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, corn, olives, garlic, sugar, salt, chili powder and black pepper. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes, or until thickened. Add cheese; stir until cheese is melted. Set filling aside. In a saucepan, combine cornmeal, salt, water and chili powder. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Stir in butter. Spread half of the mixture into a baking dish, about 12- x 8-inches. Spoon filling over bottom crust; spoon remaining cornmeal mixture over filling. Bake at 375° for 45 minutes. If desired, sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over the crust about 5 minutes before casserole is done. I usually double the amounts in this recipe and eat the excess filling as a stew until the pie is done baking. It lasts for a few days, and you still have the pie to eat.

I saw Rocky Horror Picture Show eons ago, and I went to it with the correct expectations. It's more than a movie, and audience participation was/is expected. However, "Flyboys", "Crash", "The Departed", "The Illusionist" etc. are not movies I a) expect people to talk continuously through and b) bring their amped up 5- and 6-year-olds to. This post wasn't a poll, but I'm getting the feeling that there's a general disdain for people who go to movies to see the film playing and not the mayhem created by people who "do what they want". Am I alone in wanting people to shut the eff up and go home if they want to talk through a movie? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

It's not just cell phones, though. It's people who comport themselves in such a manner as to present the image that they would really rather be at home chatting it up on the sofa while Jerry Springer hosts their kin. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

This isn't a race issue. I'm noticing people from all walks of life who feel it is their right to talk through the movie, often about subjects that have nothing to do with the film they have paid money to disrupt. I don't get it. Why not wait for the DVD to come out so you are disrupting nobody but you and your family and/or friends? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

the silent, attentive and respectful movie-goer? I swear, more and more people are proud of the fact that they are loud, obnoxious and disruptive at the movie theatres I visit. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

You rock, Kel!

Greg Pattillo is the HEAT! And stuff. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

The scatman stuff he tossed in at the end of the one that he'd "finished earlier" was amazing. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Control test #1 = negative. Awaiting opportunity for control test #2. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

That test was so far off on so many items that I can't even begin to describe it. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

So, uh...was there mention of their effect on women? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Because you're single? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Beautiful pics, Tony! Now I've got another destination location to surprise Cora with. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Hope you have a wonderful birthday.

I just finished that one and found it to be more than a little bit intriguing. I was utterly fascinated with the concepts Neil Gaiman presented in that book. I'm going to get Anansi Boys this week. I also re-read the Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff, Dancing Barefoot by Wil Wheaton and I am still working on Just a Geek by Wil Wheaton. I'm perpetually reading the Tao Te Ching, my Portable Jung and my Parables of Kierkegaard. At any given moment, I'm generally reading no less than two books. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Congratulations, Kel! Not that it means much coming from a guy who only runs when chased, but I'm really proud of you!

"I'll be whatever I wanna do!" Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

"Hugh G. Rection"? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

For the sake of arguing that this could be legitimate and real, they make a valid point here: "an adverse outcome after free fall is by no means inevitable." Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.