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from sunstargirl :
hi! hahahahaha
from sunstargirl :
:D hehe. ;)
from sunstargirl :
it's okay though, 'cuz we're "liberal West coast elitists." ;)
from soapboxdiner :
8 miles was HILARIOUS. I love the video with all the arm waving. As badass as Ms. Storm is, I can't say she's the BEST in the whole WORLD. Red Elvises, baby. All the way. :) I wanna see you bellydance? My love is killing me? Drinking With Jesus? Rocket Man? Really, it's hard to go wrong.
from sunstargirl :
sounds like it was a very powerful film.
from nixtress :
Are you leaving us all behind? No chance at all of sharing the new space with any of us? :(
from sunstargirl :
why are you closing down?
from stepfordtart :
Hello dear! Can you email me the 'camp' link again. You sent it to me once before and I cant find it. thanks awfully. s x
from sunstargirl :
*jaw drops* I can't believe you don't like House. I'm not sure I can afford to be associated with you anymore. (j/k)
from cmkern3 :
Sorry, the note below is my result from the quiz you linked.
from cmkern3 :
http://www.helloquizzy.com/results/the-rpg-class-test/?fromCGI=1&var_Combativeness=10&var_Sneakiness=45&var_Intellect=85&var_Spirituality=100
from sunstargirl :
haha! I just watched an episode of ST: Voyager last night that involved the Time Cops from the future (end of season 5). Funny coincidence.
from sunstargirl :
well, at least they explained that this was an alternate reality, so they didn't really destroy the original storyline, they just showed a different possibility.
from sunstargirl :
"I love this ship! ...It's exciting!" hahahha! I thought the movie was great. Why are you pissed? Because Kirk spends 90% of the movie getting his ass kicked? hahahha
from sunstargirl :
biking is good, it's true. Unfortunately, Bear isn't into biking and we don't have any space for things that big in our tiny little one bedroom. besides, we're not trying to lose weight so much as just being fit, active people rather than couch-potatoes. It's more a "life-style" pact than a "dieting" pact. The track we run on is one of those spongy ones, so I'm not too worried about my knees. It's much better than running on cement. I've been wanting to get Bear to change his mind about biking, but I'm afraid he's right that we'd have to keep them outside in the rain and in Seattle they'd soon turn into rusted immobile sculptures by the end of the week.
from nixtress :
It's ironic that when I popped open your latest entry, the song Learning to Fly by Pink Floyd began playing. That song...yeah, let's just say that it's how I feel like my life goes, most of the time. I'm winging it. In regard to high school reunion sites and your latest message, I feel for you. It's awful that just when you think you've got things corralled, someone kicks through the gate and it's all a mess again. Be cautious, as I know you ARE :) I'll send a load of coal, too!
from lawliiet :
Well, I tried mailing you again but since there has been no reply, I assume it didnt go thru either. Damn... Do you have any messengers?
from lawliiet :
Lol, thats alright... And no email? Damn. And here Ive been checking my inbox like a fiend. single_dad_guy@hotmail.com, right?
from lawliiet :
By the way, I emailed you...
from lawliiet :
No, no, no. I wasn't referring to sexing up a stranger from the internet, I was talking about my husband who was naked on the couch, lol. I just don't always specify exactly who/what Im talking about...
from soapboxdiner :
Ha! The Ponderosa, huh? That's awesome. I didn't think you were from located near there??? Definitely something a person could put in their memoires (sp?), eh? :)
from cmkern3 :
Did I somehow miss an entry about who Lisa is to you??
from soapboxdiner :
I think you're right. :) Thank you for that.
from nixtress :
He's created a ton of music for other movie soundtracks as well and I've loved 'em all. I'll have to check my Ipod and share them with you:P Happy Thanksgiving!!
from nixtress :
Umm okay...love that movie. What was the song??? I have the soundtrack here at home. :P
from soapboxdiner :
You're such a sweetie. Thank you for knowing a smack was just what the doctor ordered, and the well-placed advice, too. :)
from lonelywife :
thank you for your message. i'm wondering about the 'better'. i read some of your old entries, and i'd say yes, you do understand. thank you. and at the same time, sorry that you've gone through the hurt also. take care. x
from stepfordtart :
Oh! Thank you so much, thats really kind. Just been on the phone to the bank. Most stuff fixed now, still got no cards but at least I can move money around now, and maybe get it to a place where I can get at it! thanks again. s x
from stepfordtart :
WOH! You sure hosed that Gooooooood! Come back soon. s x
from nixtress :
I can't remember ever having seen pics of your sons before!! They're handsome :) Do you ever look at them, the way I do mine, and wonder how they went from babies to the nearly-grown guys that they are now SO quickly?? Gotta love 'em.
from lisaannlm :
ROFLMAO, The video was laughable. If 537 people really did decide the 2000 election, then this time around every vote is important, especially if you have strong feelings one way or the other.
from stepfordtart :
she doesnt have internet access, dude! She does write a journal and she sends it, via memory stick, every couple of weeks but its more travelogue than anything else, and it has to be 'parent & nieces safe' so there's not so much of my 'real' sister in it. We do write each other, of course - giant 20 page handwritten epics, with drawings in the margins and all that stuff but a week is a long time when you're waiting for a reply. Two weeks (or even three) can be unbearable! s x
from soapboxdiner :
THANK YOU!!! Oh, to have the authority to hire and fire people. I cannot tell you know much I want to crack people who schlep their 'don't give a crap' attitudes off on other people. But the Boss says we need them, so she makes me be nice them. I cannot WAIT to win the lottery.
from lawliiet :
Simply, thank you.
from catsoul :
10/01/08--I liked the picture your words painted in my mind as I read your entry today. Then is flowed so well into the analogy about change and how your sons will change over time. Yes, I liked it today. =^..^=
from stepfordtart :
Dude! Will update tomorrow! Promise! Crazy-busy with work and other shit. Email me at work and check out my out-of-office reply if you dont believe me. s xxxxxxxxx (loads. To keep you going!)
from stepfordtart :
That song's ace. RIP indeed. s x
from catsoul :
Hey there, do you ever watch, "Bizzare Foods" with Andrew Zimmer on the Travel Channel? He eats some really disgusting foods. I work with people who do odd things on a daily basis. They are either chronically mentally ill, and/or a combination of CMI and developmentally challenged. I would have to say "butt & poop diggers," we call them. Also the people who eat and or stuff anything into their orifices. For example, someone shoved paper towels up into his nose and when he opened his mouth you could see the paper towel hanging a bit in his throat. Yuck. I have seen alot in my job the last 16 years. How about a poop mask!! Now that was gross. Anyhoo, good question. I didn't even bat an eye. =^.^=
from stepfordtart :
I know, dude. ((hug)) I'll be in exactly the same position. s x
from sunstargirl :
I understand that must feel bad, but the truth is that most people can't pay for college and have to take out big loans. Bear's family isn't giving him a single cent for college - and in their case it's not because they can't. Bear has had to take out massive loans, but the idea is that once he graduates he'll be able to find jobs in higher paying markets, so he'll be able to afford paying all those loan bills back each month. I have loans from college as well, and it's just another bill I pay each month along with the rent, electricity and internet. I think you have succeeded as a father, know why? YOUR KID ACTUALLY WANTS TO GO TO COLLEGE!! There are places in this country where people don't even think about it. I lived in such a place for two years. Kids just graduated high school, if even that, got manual labor jobs, knocked someone up and got married because of it or got married and then knocked someone up. They'd have two kids and a divorce by the time they were 20. No future. No college. The fact that your son values an education and is thinking about how he can get one proves that he is a success story. You've done a good job raising him to want more out of life, to be driven, and to have high, yet attainable, goals. You guys will figure out the financial stuff along the way. There's grants, loans, scholarships, and more out there to help you. He may have to work his way through college, but so what! That is a kid who has ambition, who sees that working hard now will pay off more later. You should be proud. Encourage his desire to go to college - help him look into outside scholarships.
from sunstargirl :
oooo, who are you serenading?
from sunstargirl :
hey, no worries. I took the test 3 times and got 3 different answers each time. Regarding ADD, I understand. My dad and brother both have ADHD, though my dad has grown out of the hyper part with age. While I tested negative for it myself, I very well could be a carrier of the gene and could have ADD or ADHD kids someday. I really recommend you read a book called, "Attention Deficit Disorder: A Different Perception - A Hunter in a Farmer's World" by Thom Hartmann. In the book, Hartmann demonstrates that ADD can be associated with creativity, high achievement, and a most successful adaptive style. New findings support his theory linking ADD to the genetic makeup of men and women who hunted for their food in prehistoric times. Basically, the ADD brain has the best skills for surviving in a hunter-gatherer culture, unfortunately, 5,000 years ago we suddenly changed the way we live, opting for farming instead of hunting and gathering. Civilization rewards the "farming" mind better than the "hunter" mind, but ADDers aren't abnormal, they are uniquely gifted individuals in their own right. 5,000 ago you wouldn't have been seen as someone with a "learning deficiency", you more than likely would have been the warrior chieftain of your clan because you would have been the most successful hunter - your brain wiring literally making you a natural super warrior hunter. Hartmann takes a positive view of ADD, stressing the successes that those with ADD can have using their talents and skills rather than dwelling on their difficulties. The same characteristics that make a child hard to "control" in a classroom or at home make the adult that child will become a prime candidate for running his/her own business or taking a Fortune-500 company into the 21st century and beyond.... I could go on forever. My parents read this book a few years after we discovered that my brother had ADHD. Reading this book changed my family in so many positive ways, I can't even begin to describe it, because we all stopped asking "Why can't Nick just SIT STILL?" "Why can't Nick just PAY ATTENTION?" "Why can't Nick remember to do the one thing we've asked him to do 5 TIMES now?" And instead we realized that it was not my brother who was failing us, it was we who were failing him by not understand how he worked and giving him what he needed to succeed with the unique set of skills that he was born with. My parents immediately took my brother off all his ADHD prescriptions and took him out of public school and enrolled him in a private school specifically geared toward ADD/ADHD learners. We all stopped looking at ADHD as a disease and began to look at it as something really awesome. My brother stopped feeling like something was wrong with him, because nothing is wrong with him, and is now proud to be an ADHD young adult. I think reading this book will change your life. It will help you to turn your "disorder" back into a skill. By the end of it, you too will feel proud to wear the acronym ADD, just like my dad and brother. The book even talks about many famous historical figures who were undoubtedly ADD. My favorite quote from the book that has stuck with me over the years, "I'm not Attention Deficit, you're just boring!" (yeah, I know I know, I should have put this in an email... deal).
from stepfordtart :
I found the Hot Chocolate stuff! Yay! May you sup at many more similar cups! s x
from sunstargirl :
you can see one of my self-portraits if you click one entry back.
from sunstargirl :
PS - I forgot to add that I completely agree with you about The Dark Knight!! It was FREAKIN AMAZING! And I can't wait for Batman 3 - it's rumored that Johnny Depp will play The Riddler and Angelina Jolie will play Catwoman. If that happens, it's bound to be even better than this one!! Can you imagine?!?! Plus, I'm just really excited about Catwoman being in the next one because I used to read those comics as a kid and I love her. She needs to reclaim her dignity after that HORRIBLE embarrassment known as Halle Barry's Catwoman movie.
from sunstargirl :
yay! you played the game! Here's a cookie. :::cookie::: Dadgonemad's diary is hilarious too! But your car link doesn't work. I also went to one of those elitist pre-k to 3rd grade schools where you have to sign over your first born child and succumb to retinal scanning.
from sunstargirl :
I hated that sunscreen song when it was playing on the radio nonstop for a year! It was so annoying!
from sunstargirl :
Are you IN the porn business? This sounds like a giant frat party (we called them "bathroom parties" in college because you could only gain entrance if you were in your underwear). As to your inquiry about taboos, I think it has mostly to do with the fact that this country was founded by Puritans, and their strict religious mindset is still heavily indoctrinated into practically every aspect of our culture today. As for the way women, generally, tend to have more of a problem with porn, etc, than men do, you have to remember that girls are raised completely differently about sex than boys are because girls have the "danger" of getting pregnant and thus paying for their "sins" by having to take responsibility for a child. Boys don't necessarily have to take responsibility for a child they sire, it's largely optional, and those who do take responsibility are treated as heroes for "doing the right thing," while girls who got knocked up are looked down upon as "sluts" and "whores" who "couldn't keep her legs together." Little girls are raised to be more strict about sex (to prevent premarital pregnancy) so it is little wonder that they act more strict about it as adults. For women, there is more judgment, more condemnation from society, for being sexually adventurous because there are more consequences for our actions. This is one reason I think a society that follows patriarchal lineage is flawed because you can't ever really know who the father of a child is, but there's no mistake who the mother is. The way patriarchal societies try to control "bastards" is by controlling female sexuality through cultural taboos, but it doesn't work (because even women are not naturally monogamous) and it's unhealthy for the women - causing all kinds of sexual dysfunction. It makes much more sense to pass surnames down through the matriarchal lineage, like the way the Navajo do it. So my long, rambling point is, go easy on us women, we're dealing with a lot of conflicting messages when it comes to sex. We're raised to have a stricter mindset about it, and that makes it harder to become liberated from societal taboos, even outdated ones. Often the first thing a little girl is told about sex is that it hurts and you bleed. Then as adults our reproductive organs swell and hurt every month with cramps, and -especially if your raised in a religious environment- you think of your period as "dirty" and "unclean." There is a lot more SHAME surrounding everything do to with sex, reproduction, and pleasure with girls. And I'm not even touching upon how intercourse is also all wrapped up in emotion with us as well. So when you see all those women at the festival, you should be amazed at how far they've come in liberating themselves from the stigmas of shame they were raised with as little girls in a Puritanical society.
from kanyooceemee :
I was victimized as a child and am also overprotective with my own kids.. it's the easiest way to deal with the fears of being able to keep them safe.
from stepfordtart :
Sent an email. Check your junk folder! s x
from nixtress :
Oh my goodness. For your latest entry (and you know the one I'm writing about) I wish I could just hug the poor boy that was you and the strong man you've become.
from stepfordtart :
Hahaha! Cracking story! More please. s x
from kanyooceemee :
my husband worked in an adult entertainment store for about 4 years. it was a really neat experience for both of us. he even got to meet jenna jameson (i was so jealous!). personally i find it funny how some people are so offended by one of the most natural things on earth. i have friends who are appalled by the fact that i subscribed to playboy or hustler for my hubby (and me) and i think it's sad that they aren't that close with their own spouse. of all our friends we have actually lasted the longest too... wonder if there's a correlation?
from stepfordtart :
Yup, its a provoking subject, thats fersure. Personally, I have never had a problem with it. Some of the stuff Ive seen is, frankly, laughable and I view it in exactly the same way as I would any other implausible, pointless, badly acted film. There's some stuff I dont like to watch....but then I have to leave the room at the beginning of Cliffhanger, too. With a great deal of adult entertainment, I think the only people being exploited are the men who think that its 'real', the girls must be laughing up their sleeves! I could rattle on about this for ages. If you have any particularly splendid links, feel free to email to stepfordtartATdiarylandDOTcom. Now I made myself nervous typing that but, hey, nothing ventured, nothing gained! s x
from singledadguy :
Actually... its her third time being pregnant. Her youngest, until furhter notice, is 3!
from stepfordtart :
Hurry hurry hurry! I want to hear all about it...although, the thought of a pregnant Adara Michaels is a bit scary, to say the least! s x
from stepfordtart :
Hahaha! I almost NEVER take advantage of sick people these days! s x
from stepfordtart :
Ha! I 'signed' your guestmap, but my damn country's so tiny you have to zoom right in to see me! I had a little stir around in your archives. Hope you're feeling better today. s x
from nickyslilone :
awww thanks! :) It's so nice to know people really liked them. I do sometimes think "I should really get into that again" but then I think there's no point really. Part of the fun also was competing in challenges and so on, and the designing community has waned since I stopped also. I'm also so rusty with HTML it's crazy. It is kinda nice finding people via those new link boxes to the right and finding they have one of my designs up there, kinda makes the few years I did it all worth it :) Although I should really take down the ones I did at the beginning - they are hideous! And also the ones I did before I started cross browser checking lol. Good for prosperity I guess.
from stepfordtart :
Dreaming costs nothing - do what you gotta do! :) (and feel better soon - Dr Stepfordtart's prescription is to take measures of JD, every ten minutes, until you dont care that you have a cold!) s x
from stepfordtart :
Dude! Ive only been married for 6 weeks! Think I'd better give it a *little* bit longer on the diet before I start looking at the menu again! : D s x
from stepfordtart :
Haha! At least there'd be a few people there I 'know', although, Mr Jeremy's not one of my absolute faves. Ive seen him being interviewed and he does come across as a genuinely nice bloke, just proving you cant judge a book...etc, I guess! Will add you as a fave if thats OK. s x
from stepfordtart :
Well, since you asked,I flashed my knickers to some teenage boys and fell over in the street, but your weekend still sounds WAY cooler! s x
from sunstargirl :
I love Blues Traveler!
from nickyslilone :
Just stumbled upon your diary, and oh my gosh! You are like the FIRST person I've seen using my "Revenge of the Hand" layout! That is so cool, and totally made my day :D (well, my day was made anyway, but seeing that up certainly helped!)
from theflyingrat :
*hugs* Living in a state like that is damned near impossible. I also am sick of platitudes like "it's a permanent solution to a temporary problem." Temporary problem, MY ASS. Anyway, I'm glad you found the strength to make it. I'm in the middle of trying to do the same.
from debsiobhan :
I know very well where you're coming from. Been there many a time. I figured that's where you were while you were getting things back together. I hope you know who does care. Glad you're back, missed you.
from kanyooceemee :
you're right.. i am kinda shocked. i would never have guessed that you had so much pain. i hope you can overcome it. you are in my thoughts and prayers.
from theflyingrat :
That whole LOTR post... it's like my husband started a blog, haha. I liked the books but I'm not a big fan of the movies. I see where you're coming from, Frodo's a wimp. ;)
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
Holy crap! I hope you're okay!
from debsiobhan :
Ooooo - never forget the sunscreen, especially on the very tender pasty white spots!
from sunstargirl :
that story is probably the saddest thing I've ever read on D-land. Parents should never outlive their children.
from kanyooceemee :
oh.. how awful to lose both sons to the same defect. I couldn't imagine that pain either.
from kanyooceemee :
yikes! those are some pretty scary headlines. hopefully we'll have our act straightened out before 2029.
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
I paid $4.09 per gallon for gas this morning. I swear, my ass hurt as I was walking away from the pump!
from nixtress :
Oddly enough, when I hooked the new monitor up to the old tower, the problems stopped completely. It was the new tower that completely died on Monday so unfortunately, it wasn't the monitor that was causing the problems :( I had done some looking and checked all the cords, plugs, connections, etc. and was told that it could possibly be the video card in the new computer going bad. Now, I can't even boot up the new tower. I'm working with the new monitor hooked to the old computer and it's slow going. *sigh* Craziness.
from kanyooceemee :
thanks for the info..I appreciate it. I hope he gets his head on straight too.. he is actually in jail now.. hopefully this will give him time to think about the stupid mistake he made. It is a very stressfull time right now for me and trying to let our 2 daughters know that daddy is okay.. he is just away taking care of some business. It's very hard. I am just trying to keep myself on the positive side for my pregnancy and hopefully he'll be out for the birth. Thanks for your thoughts.
from kanyooceemee :
Amen!.. it's some scary stuff to actually sit and think about. I heard an interesting story about a man here who actually rode his horse into the city for a business meeting. I thought it was great.
from nixtress :
Have a safe and wonderful Memorial Day weekend!!
from nixtress :
Question: are you updating and they're private entries, thus my reason for not seeing? Or am I losing my marbles and missing something here?
from nixtress :
Hmm...interesting new layout :) Question: all your links, inside archives and all, lead to the page that is currently (4.25.08) your entry, a set of lyrics. Is that a glitch in your layout or are you not allowing us to enjoy your past entries anymore? :P Figured I'd best ask and not assume! Hope you're doing well!!!
from nixtress :
Merry Christmas :)
from cmkern3 :
Well said. And....where are you???
from debsiobhan :
I was very proud of my silly little state when they found that Kansas church that pickets funerals guilty of inflicting pain and suffering on the father of the soldier. And awarded 17 million mostly in punitive damages. The only part that makes me sad is I didn't know they were picketing outside the courthouse (a block from my downtown office), I'd very much have liked to go quote a bit of appropriate scripture at them.
from kointuition :
why?
from sunstargirl :
Duty fits as well. I tend to think of him more as honor though, because he has a nervous breakdown after his honor has been tarnished, and seeks the Davy Jones' heart as a way to reclaim his honor with the British Navy. Maybe he is a broken man because he has nothing to be dutiful to anymore though? Duty and Honor are pretty similar, especially with military. I kind of think Will acts out duty better when he swears to free his dad from Davy Jones though. Now I want to sit down and watch the trilogy again. I've only seen then each once in theaters.
from sunstargirl :
You forgot Norrington (played by Jack Davenport) he is important to mention because these 3 men each pursue the different things that humans consider successes (or treasures) in life. Norrington = honor, Jack Sparrow = wealth, Will Turner = true love. Their battle on the revolving wheel (oh fortuna!) in the second film illustrates this point rather well. So when you ask which one women prefer, you're really asking do you prefer honor, wealth, or love in a man?
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
Hi, love. Can you send me your email address? I need to send you password info for the new blog. similartolife@thedoughnutfairy.com
from cmkern3 :
Johnny Depp, any character, any time, any day, anyhow.
from yaketyyak :
Captain Jack Sparrow.
from nixtress :
Will Turner!!
from kanyooceemee :
I'd have to say Jack. I grew up with a crush on Depp.
from debsiobhan :
Will Turner.
from hilthethrill :
Cap'm Jack, of course.
from hilthethrill :
Well said.
from cmkern3 :
If you start writing for Entourage I will kick your ass. ;)
from la-the-sage :
That's fantastic. Got your call, but obviously you didn't get my message in return. Sigh... Still when you move here maybe it will be easier to actually connect. Hope it goes your way, sweetie. ~LA
from cmkern3 :
Hmmmm...2 emails and a voicemail unanswered...? Are you alive/ok? *tap tap* is this thing on?
from yaketyyak :
Wow, what an incredible opportunity! Good luck!
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
OMG, that is f***ing awesome! And we can all say "we knew you when"! Good luck. :)
from cmkern3 :
Vote Obama!! :)
from hilthethrill :
Next time I am in a pickle I will call you. Or I will just call for hagendas to be delivered, because those support a**h***** where totally useless! Cheers! Hil
from cmkern3 :
Um, so you were at Ikea and you didn't call me??? You were literally about 5 minutes from my place, grrrrr.
from debsiobhan :
Suprisingly no argument on the Mary Winkler thing. There's a heck of a lot more going on there than we know but I doubt it justified shooting him.
from la-the-sage :
'Single parent' implies being the custodial parent. He is a Disney Dad. Disney Dads have the kids twice a month for about 40 hours at a shot. They eat crap food, fill the time with 'fun' and then get dumped back at Mom's wired, filthy and cranky. Custodial parents do the work, the Disney Dads strike martyr poses about how 'sad it is I'm separated from my kids' and get off scott-free from any real parental responsibility or sacrifice. Your co-worker can pound sand. YOU are a single parent. I am a single parent. He is a poseur. ~LA
from debsiobhan :
You are a single parent, he is a weekend parent. There's a difference but he'll never see it because he hasn't considered the commitment single parent requires.
from debsiobhan :
What had me giggling? I suppose the quick answer is my imagination.
from debsiobhan :
Imagination. Therein lies the problem. I have a very vivid imagination. And based on some of my less mainstream experiences it can get way out there. That's why I like details -cause if I'm adding all the color it's gonna be wild.
from debsiobhan :
So are we gonna get this a morsel at a time. You are such tease.
from hilthethrill :
Thanks for the advice on the step family situation. You and I are in the same boat.
from debsiobhan :
Yes, but did you have fun?
from yaketyyak :
Yessssssssss!!! Thanks for saying what needed to be said.
from la-the-sage :
I adore you. ~LA
from debsiobhan :
Have fun hon! And don't forget that sunscreen!
from hilthethrill :
What exactly are we supposed to be freaking out about again? Yawn. It's only naked-ness, sheesh.
from allegedwife :
The sun clib sounds like fun for you and the boys but it is one of those things that is very much a matter of taste. I agree with my wise old grandma who said that a naked man looks either ridiculous or untidy. The only time I even went to a nude resort, I spent the whole time laughing at the blokes. To my eyes, men look so much better with their undies ON!
from la-the-sage :
Most of my exchange students were nudists. Summer resorts, mostly. No big shocker about nekkid time with the SDGs. Though I AM giggling because I remember you saying something about Mick doing a security gig with you in July. Heh. I'll have to ask him, but since he was nearly nude during body building competitions I can't imagine doing security for the naturists would be beyond the pale. Actually since he's Irish, except for his head he is VERY pale. SPF 1,000,000 would be in order. ~LA the unfazed
from debsiobhan :
I'm not sure what's shocking about any of that? I guess the only real question is do you have the all over tan or not? If not make sure you keep up with the sunscreen, uhm everywhere.
from hilthethrill :
right on!
from hilthethrill :
If only it was that easy! They were in the walls, man!
from debsiobhan :
You make me blush. ~deb
from yaketyyak :
Right back atcha, SDG!
from yaketyyak :
Huh? I never said (nor did I even THINK in my innermost thoughts) that the guy was "evil." I said that his behavior was inappropriate, and it made me uncomfortable. How this became what you have turned it into is beyond my comprehension. I regret that I made you mad, but I guess we're even now.
from debsiobhan :
Of course one sex shouldn't have greater power but I don't think one can honestly say it doesn't happen. We all have ideals of what we'd like to be and ideals of what we'd like the world to be. Even if we manage to get close to our ideal, we are only able to affect the world in the tiniest ripples. I also think that Yakety's situation hit a nerve with you because you are trying to pursue relationships with women. Because you are a good man you don't want to be put in a position of being thought "creepy". I think the key difference is actually paying attention to how women react when you interact. Even if women are polite there's usually some defensive body language if they want you to back off. Of course lots of people don't interact comfortably (men & women) so that's not a lock either. Your best defense is to always take no as no. You might miss an occasional maybe but on the whole it's a safer bet. It's pretty hard out there. Sometimes I find it totally amazing that people actually manage to get together.
from yaketyyak :
Personally, I think that we are guilty of assigning baser motives to his actions because too many bad things happen to women under similar circumstances. We aren't BORN mistrusting. It's a learned behavior, based on certain actions. Plain and simple - it was inappropriate for The Guy to wait 50 minutes in a parking lot. And, I DID talk to my physical therapist about the situation. I'm also changing my days. Let's hope this will be the end of it.
from yaketyyak :
For the record - I did NOT suspect the worst about The Guy until he exhibited creepy behavior. When we first started having firendly, casual chats at PT, I thought he was a really nice man. Then, when he asked for my number and I told him I am married, I expected that would be the end of it. Instead, he's hanging around parking lots waiting for me to come out. I think men and women alike are savvy enough to know the difference between "mysterious and romantic" and "creepy and stalker-ish."
from debsiobhan :
You do know how to hit the hot topics. There's a lot of questions there and not one easy to answer. I can't offer a blanket answer and this box is too small for each one in turn - though I'd love to discuss it at length. There's more restriction and suspicion of mens actions because generally men are stronger and more easily able to force women physically than vice versa. To support the ideal of equality of women there is often a harsher standard placed on men. Now as for why women say they want one thing but really want another I'd say that's idealization. Some women have an idea of what they want. But the reality either doesn't or can't possibly match it. When they get what they asked for it wasn't what they thought it would be and is therefore unwanted or creepy. People have a hard time being honest with themselves as well as others. Finally in all things relationship there's a lot of self-worth at risk. It's often too hard to put yourself out there honestly and risk the hits to the ego.
from hilthethrill :
Thanks for unlocking. I hope it is ok with your ex. I am in a similar situation, but still I can't help but write...
from yaketyyak :
That entry broke my heart, and your offer to be there for anyone in need moved me deeply.
from debsiobhan :
Sad.
from cmkern3 :
The poems are absolutely beautiful. I especially loved the first one. Have a happy father's day!!!
from debsiobhan :
Happy Father's Day! Hope the boys do something nice for you. ~deb
from debsiobhan :
The idea of taking care of the everyone is actually more prevelant now than it ever was in history. The success of such endeavors requires good people to keep trying even when it looks like they're the only ones doing so.
from debsiobhan :
Hey, any chance you'd let me back in to read? debsiobhan at aol dot com ~deb
from nixtress :
Oops! Try it again. I was doing some adjusting there and erased the password. Sowwy. So you're all involved now, hmm? Congratulations :)
from cmkern3 :
Wow, so who's the mystery chick? I'd say it was me except that I don't live in another country and we've never spoken before.
from yaketyyak :
Wow, I don't think I can say yes to HALF of those "did you ever" questions!
from yaketyyak :
Wow, I don't think I can say yes to HALF of those "did you ever" questions!
from la-the-sage :
Tweren't for bad luck you'd have no luck attall. No advice or bossy crap about getting back on horses. Just a hug and a sympathetic nod. ~LA
from yaketyyak :
Aww, man, that sucks. I'm sorry things didn't work out better for you. Still, I hope you won't really "quit," even though I understand the urge to do so.
from cmkern3 :
*ahem* STILL waiting on a password for your locked diary! *cough cough*
from la-the-sage :
A scam- always my first thought. Making you attend the convention...ka-ching! Then running you through a gauntlet of self-publishing houses, condo timeshare guys, 'professional editors' who charge you for their advice, and other beasts who prey on the hopeful author. Then again it might be legit. Do some sniffing around. ~LA
from yaketyyak :
You might want to check out these sites: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/947933994?ltl=1179266671 http://www.eliteskills.com/writing_scams/poetry.com.scam.php http://poetrynotcom.tripod.com/
from yaketyyak :
I've always wanted to read Enders Game. Let me know if it's worth it!
from allegedwife :
Locked. Bugger. Can I have a pw please? nufarmwife at yahoo dot com dot au
from i-never-said :
Hi...So sorry you had to lock your diary...I'd love to have the password, please...Email is georgias_brat@yahoo.com...Thanks so much, Ali
from yaketyyak :
I'm so sorry you're going through this. The only thing I can think to suggest is that you keep your diary locked for a while, so you can give the issue more consideration. Still, it does suck your ex has forced you to go into lockdown mode. Good luck!
from nixtress :
I get what you're saying. This might be a time to stay in lockdown, just for the safety of everyone involved, or even consider a move. I understand not only the anger and frustration but also the overwhelming need to take your life and put it away from her prying eyes. I don't think I'll ever understand how someone so distant from a kid's life can think they have an "in" to come back after such time away.
from cmkern3 :
chop chop on the password
from hilthethrill :
Hey! I'm a fan, and I've been reading archives
from yaketyyak :
Love the Mary Schmich speech. Now please excuse me while I go put on some sunscreen!
from la-the-sage :
My only thought about Rosie was, "Whoo! The insipid replacement chick will be so out of there within a year too and then it'll be MY turn!!!" Yup, your pal LA wants to be a 'View' chick. I'd be so fabulous at it! And I could commute to work from here! I figure the next 18 months should bring me to a place where this is not crazy talk and I might actually have a shot. So go Rosie and don't let the door smack you in the butt on the way out. ~LA the ambitious
from nixtress :
Hey :) Just wanted to drop a quickie note and tell you that I hope you have a stupdendous weekend!!!
from cmkern3 :
I know its ultimately the woman's choice, and hey - I am a woman, but I still think its so unfair for fathers.
from nixtress :
Hey :) We saw Night at the Museum at the theater and laughed riotously. I just watched Children of Men today and it left me thinking...I'll wait till you've seen it to discuss further! Eragon (both book and movie) was loved by my boys and by me too :)
from singledadguy :
Its ultimately the womans choice. She is the one who has to go through the changes and endure child birth. Its her body, she decides.
from cmkern3 :
I have sort of a diff view. I believe in a woman's right to choose as well, although abortion would never be MY choice - I wouldn't pass judgement on anyone who did go that route, however I do think it's a difficult issue for many fathers out there, who's babies are being "built" and who may want those babies even if the mothers don't - who don't have a choice in the matter. Where's their choice?
from la-the-sage :
I adore you. ~LA
from i-never-said :
Thanks for adding me to your list of diaries to read...Tonight, I will try to read yourdiary and lean more about you...Take care!...Ali
from la-the-sage :
Blondes prefer Gentlemen! This former blonde went out and found the nicest, kindest, gentlest guy in this time zone. Feh to bad boys. Feh, I say! ~LA
from yaketyyak :
I vote that you stick with the current shtick. Macho swaggering fast driving, beer drinking, bad guys are not so lovable in my book. For what it's worth, I've always been rather charmed by Jerry Lewis and his HEY LADY! :-)
from nixtress :
NO CHANGING!! I don't think you need to change a thing. :)
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
For the love of God, don't change. The world already has enough "fast" men out there!
from yaketyyak :
You left us hanging!
from nixtress :
Well. Nice observations :) However, your entry seems strangely...truncated at the end. Hmmmmm...
from nixtress :
You're such a crackhead :P
from la-the-sage :
Smirk all you like, my friend, I'll be the first to admit I'm a goon for love these days. Every cynic is just a charred romantic. Can I help it if Mick is really, really good at gently cleaning char? ~LA
from yaketyyak :
Congrats! Do we get to see the poem?
from yaketyyak :
I'm so sorry to hear about this traumatic experience. And I agree with you - it sucks that Animal Control charged for this service. They've been to my house to remove (and destroy) bats, but never charged me a cent.
from la-the-sage :
A terrible thing all around. Poor kid. Hope he doesn't scar on the outside, it's obvious his inside is marked forever. Mending vibes on their way. ~LA
from cmkern3 :
Awwwww your poor baby boy!!!!!! That is so sad all around, I'm so sorry.
from nixtress :
OMG! That's awful :( Poor kiddo! I hope he heals as swiftly as possible, inside and out.
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
I'm so sorry about Alex and Cookie. I hope he is going to be okay.
from nixtress :
Happy Easter :) Thanks for the add and the linkage. Hope your weekend was stupendous and filled with chocolate!
from yaketyyak :
What are your underwear doing out the back door??
from nixtress :
Ahahahahahhahaha. Had to share my laugh with you :P Thanks for the giggles!
from cmkern3 :
i mean add IZZLE
from cmkern3 :
for sure my brother, you just add shizzle to the first letter of SURE and BROTHER
from nixtress :
Hey :) Enjoyed the heck outta your note. Could completely hear it in all it's Poltergeisty glory. Foshizzle, hmm? I laugh every time I hear it. Can't be helped. Just can't wrap my mouth around it otherwise. Look for the password---I'll be sending it off.
from debsiobhan :
The shizzle stuff is some snoop dog rap thing. I know they spoofed it pretty heavily on MTV, but I always thought it was a joke.
from kevinwhitby :
This is not kid safe (or work safe, for that matter), but it may add something to the whole "fo-rizzle" discourse: http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/320805
from nixtress :
Good song. Their song Bother is good too, although a little on the gloomy/emo side. If you can ignore the suicidal parts, you might enjoy the melody :) Glad to see your updates.
from la-the-sage :
Honeybun, I had no idea you were updating again. Sorry, baby. You must think I'm the rudest thing ever. Anyhoodle, it's nice to hear you have such a grand and positive view of love. Someone should. 'Cause I tell you what, it sure ain't this girlie. I personally am never falling love again and any guy who gets such notions about me will be executed and buried in my compost heap. ~LA
from cmkern3 :
Very beautiful entry. But, um, you forgot - love sucks.
from cmkern3 :
Dude, that entry was hilarious. And also? Don't ever do speed.
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
Happy belated birthday!
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
My favorite song...
from nixtress :
Hello there. I just wandered into your diary and plan on spending a bit of time reading your archives. I figured it was only common courtesy to let you know I was peeping :) I have boys as well and reading some of your entries is like seeing my life through someone else's eyes. Thank you.
from cmkern3 :
Hey there...hi there...ho there...long time no type!! I have 2 suggestions for when you're in St. Louis, but they're both strip clubs.....want the names???
from jalepenogirl :
;) Thanks for the note. I hope you enjoy my diary. Have A Great Weekend!
from jalepenogirl :
I stumbled across your diary, added you to my fav's list...and thought I would say hi ;)
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
Happy Father's Day!
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
Oh God, I have had more than one of those moments with my 7 year old. The worst was when somehow, I thought it was an hour later than it really was and I thought she was really late getting home from the bus stop. I was seconds away from calling 911 when I realized I read the clock wrong!
from nmnohr :
Which sleepy insane person? I know a few!
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
I felt the same way when I drove through Norcross two weeks ago. I recognized NOTHING. Next time you're this way again, shoot me an e-mail.
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
So, how long will you be in the area and in what part of Atl? I hope you're enjoying the weather, though it was a bit warmer last week.
from allegedwife :
Good to see you all red again Bloke. Things seem to be looking up.
from cmkern3 :
Ok, so wait - you LIVE near Detroit now??? I think I'm confused. HAPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
from luvabeans :
oh shit. i'm so sorry. i'll be thinking about you.
from cmkern3 :
Wow. Just....wow. Sorry you're having such an awful time, I'm sure you are already but, keep your chin up. Kids are tough & they bounce back. Unfortunately in the world today they're taught at very early ages to be resillient.
from cmkern3 :
OH MY GOD HE'S ALIVE!!!! Glad to see you back and thx for the bday wishes!
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
ummmm...hello? where are you????
from cmkern3 :
Um, yeah - any day now with the new entry!!!
from allegedwife :
where have you go to bloke?
from chained-soul :
I stumbled across your diary thru biensoul's profile...I LOVE that Trisha Yearwood song, so much in fact that I bought the CD last year just for that song...Anyway, since I just came across your diary, and saw that song-I had to say hi...Will add you to faves...
from cmkern3 :
Who's Lisa? Details! :)
from cmkern3 :
Um, helloooo!! No new entries since 7-11??? Did you go for a free slurpee that day and trip walking into the store and now you're holed up in a hospital somewhere, unable to communicate?????
from amberness :
I think everyone has left dirayland except me!
from amberness :
Nevermind about the Straterra, it just got a new warning lable..... It can cause liver damage. Hope things are going well for you. *smiles*
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
lol, didn't go anywhere, really. Just took a little vacay from updating. Sometimes I think blogging makes my anger/depression worse, ya know?
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
When I was working, I could not function w/o my Adderal. My boss could always tell when I did not take my meds and scold me for it (in a mom, loving way). Don't beat yourself up about it. We can all use a little extra help. Better living through chemistry!
from amberness :
Hey my hubbys on ADD meds. Try Straterra if Adderal doesnt work. Its changed his entire life, he was SO ADHD he couldnt concentrate on anything. This stuff has helped out more than any other ADD med has, and it targets adult ADD/ADHD. *smiles*
from amberness :
hmmm....how did you know....haha. I like your diary a lot, and have enjoyed flicking through a few of the entries! I'm locked but I will add you if youd like, leave me a note letting me know and Ill email you to your address on diaryland! *smiles*
from biensoul :
Hey! Sorry I missed you on messenger...we were experimenting with our webcam. :) How are ya, anyhoo? JournalCon this year? I'll be there!
from d1mndn3r0ugh :
The Legend of Bagger Vance...10 points for me???
from cmkern3 :
WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN THIS WEEK?????
from cmkern3 :
Not the BORE WORMS!!!
from cmkern3 :
HEY!! #5 is from one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE MOVIES - Flash Gordon, no???
from debsiobhan :
I wish I knew. I edited my morning entry and boom everything went white.
from singledadguy :
http://singledadguy.signmyguestbook.com copy that web address into your browser and youll have my comments page
from luvabeans :
remember that you weren't just a guest, you were also a participant. congrats.
from debsiobhan :
You are way too hard on yourself. Now admittedly I missed the mentioned conversations, but still! I mean geeze we can't all be as social as Weetabix.
from cmkern3 :
Oh! MY! GOD!!!
from cmkern3 :
Yay! Your notes work now! Oh, by the way, 35 is NOT OLD!!!!!
from singledadguy :
wooohoooo!!! it works.... :D

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