The Colonizers.

[MagGnome]

That kind of thing is always waiting for that tiny catalyst that sets off the destruction of most if not all relationships in such webs. It's fun while you appreciate the romanticism of it all but when that bitch called life slaps one of them into reality, everything else is coming down.

Or maybe not.

They've all been together for years now, so I think they've got it figured out.

Besides, I know lots and lots of 'monogamous' relationships that went down in flames. At least this group that I know is very open and communicative.


Wow, there are a lot of judgmental and/or jealous and/or bitter people in this thread. Yikes! :p

[violent]

They've all been together for years now, so I think they've got it figured out.

Besides, I know lots and lots of 'monogamous' relationships that went down in flames. At least this group that I know is very open and communicative.


Wow, there are a lot of judgmental and/or jealous and/or bitter people in this thread. Yikes! :p

I think you may be confused as to what is actually being said here. There are no guarantees in any relationship, monogamous or not. And the fact that they've been together for years is not indicative of success or impending failure. The only thing that is really being said (on my part at least) is that when real emotions make an appearance (if ever they do), then things aren't going to be about fun anymore.

And as a man who has been in purely sexual relationships with multiple people at a time, almost always does some kind of emotion get involved. Be it love, jealousy, or loss.

This isn't about judgments, jealousies or bitterness, it's about experience.

[MagGnome]

I know what you are saying, but I think it's rather odd that a bunch of people are rushing in to say that their relationship is going to fail simply because it is more complex than your typical nuclear family.

There is certainly emotion involved already. They all care about each other. It's not like they go around fucking everyone...at least not that I'm aware of. :p

[violent]

Relationships are too dynamic to allow any kind of judgment to be valid.

[MagGnome]

That's very true. Different solutions work for different people, and no one knows what's going to happen in the long term.

[LordDon]

There's some background behind my feelings that I'd rather not go on about publicly. But I own that I'm projecting my own baggage on it.

[MagGnome]

It's the old Mormonism talking. :eek:

[LordDon]

Hahahahahaha That old monkey on my back.

[MagGnome]

Hahahahahaha That old monkey on my back.

You racist! :mad:


Yeah, I've got nothing.

[Bone]

I know what you are saying, but I think it's rather odd that a bunch of people are rushing in to say that their relationship is going to fail simply because it is more complex than your typical nuclear family.

There is certainly emotion involved already. They all care about each other. It's not like they go around fucking everyone...at least not that I'm aware of. :p
It's not that, Mags... it's just extrapolating the math like Serapth said. Relationships are hard enough... then you factor in multiple people with multiple lines to each person. It's statistically a situation that is more likely to fail.

But I hate statistics anyway- I've just known enough of these situations to fail that I base my comments on experience. That said, there is no guarantee for any relationship, and I certainly wish all your friends the best.

And personally, I can't even juggle dating two people. My emotions and energy split between two people just doesn't give either of them my best (if we were talking casual sex, that'd be different, but I've never really enjoyed that).

[Mr. Murphy]

Well, here's how the non-monogamy works for us (spoilered for off topic length).

The people in my particular complex relationship simply talk about our sex lives the same way we talk about any of the other fun things we do in our lives. When the woman I love bones someone else, I don't get any more jealous than I do when she plays video games with someone else. I love her for who she is, and who she is involves having sex with people occasionally. I don't think that my feelings towards her put parameters on her behavior. Since we live apart from each other, it wouldn't make a lot of sense to be celibate just because we're in love - so instead we just talk about it with open, balls-to-the-wall communication. She had a hilarious story about almost getting laid two weeks ago after playing strip-frisbee, but in the end they didn't have a condom and he just got a handjob. The details of the situation crack me up, and it in no way meant her feelings for me had changed. She was just horny and he was cute. He was also dumb and they haven't spoken since. It means as little to me as jerking off to some porn would.

I realize a lot of people aren't emotionally equipped for this kind of thing, and I wouldn't push it on anyone, but for me and my particular group, we all want to love each other for who we are, not put boundaries on each others' behavior. It's an exercise in unconditional love, loving somebody without attaching demands to that love. Loving someone so much that you want them to be happy and human and real - because that's who you fell in love with - more than you want them to be monogamous or by your side.

I like sex. So does she. So do my lesbian girlfriends. We all enjoy it, and talk about the feelings it brings up, and grow with them, together. It's an incredibly bonding experience all around. It's almost like a relationship on "hard mode" (pun intended), because it IS more difficult and it requires every bit of sensitivity and communication that I've learned in my thirty years of life, but it's also more rewarding in just about every way. Most relationships would have fallen apart in our particular situation - I'm in the desert making music practically alone, she's working 50 hours a week in a burn ward, saving lives - but instead we've grown remarkably closer, noticably so, since we moved apart.

I know she would never lie to me, and that she tells me the utter truth about herself, her feelings, and what she's going through, even when they are feelings or actions that would upset a lot of couples. I do the same thing in return. No obligations, no shame, no demands, just sharing our lives with one another. For us, it works, and is a hundred times more satisfying than my years of failed monogamous relationships had ever been.

It's not about indulging every sexual whim you have, either. We have responsibilities to one another, to be safe and clean and to not take things too far in any one direction without the consent of the group. But we've all talked about all of that, and we know where every other person is, emotionally. We're very sensitive and caring about each others' emotions, it's not like we're just running around committing acts of crazy debauchery if it would upset someone or make someone feel uncomfortable. But life should be fun, and there's not enough love in the world, so we do what we can to increase the love, not smother or shape it.

Commitment is another aspect - we're not committed to each other with any label. If she met a man tomorrow that she felt she wanted to marry, and started spending all of her time with him, and didn't want to sleep with me (or us) anymore, my love for her would continue. I don't need her to be with me to love her. I don't need her to marry me, I love her for who she is, even if who she is doesn't end up by my side until death. She will always be in my life, even if it's only in my heart. Once I got to that point, where I knew I loved her whether she loved me back or not, no matter what she did - I was free, and the rest was easy.

This is not an attack on monogamy or traditional marriage, it's just an example of how there can be relationships - very real, fulfilling relationships - that don't fall into those common parameters. I spent years feeling like a bad person because I knew there were vast parts of my feelings and personality that I couldn't share with my girlfriend, since it would hurt her feelings to know that I also wanted to bone my best female friend who I am very close to. Not being able to express my love for one person simply because I love someone else as well does not work for me, therefor I had to learn to accept that the people I cared for could do the same thing, express their love for others, while still loving me. I don't believe love and monogamy are synonymous.

Granted, my life is weird, and I'm a weird fellow. I tried to live like everyone else for a long time, but I eventually had to accept that I'm simply not normal in any sense of the word. I don't "get" the vast majority of social interaction. People are so jealous and demanding and they build these layers socially accepted bullshit between themselves and the truth, and call it normal. I rejected normalcy some time ago. I've lived the kind of life people write books about, and I don't intend to stop anytime soon.

[Krispy]

I'm a selfish, egotistical cuntrag. And I like my ego. Polyamory and I will never get along.

[MagGnome]

Fantastic post, Mr. Murphy. It was actually quite inspiring. :)

[Blue]

After watching Big Love, I cannot fathom anyone thinking a polygamous relationship is a good thing. I have enough trouble trying to keep one person happy and myself out of trouble. I'd sooner jump off a ten story building than add anyone else to that mix.

[Serapth]

What happens if one of your "just sex" acts leads to an STD or worse, a child? That's when the video game analogy falls on its face.

People like to say "its just sex" all the time, but it's not.

[Zero]

and the rest was easy.



It's only easy when there's no love. Everything else is whatevs. But to think that it'll be easy to watch someone walk away from you because they found someone that they love more than you (and they do, otherwise they wouldn't be cutting off the other relationships) is downright delusional. Live your life, but poly or mono, but the best relationships are the ones that are simultaneously easy and hard.

[Psykoboy2]

I have a feeling this conversation is about to splinter off into its own thread.

[Mr. Murphy]

It's only easy when there's no love.

I hope you find the love you're looking for, but don't presume to tell me how my heart works.

After watching Big Love, I cannot fathom anyone thinking a polygamous relationship is a good thing. I have enough trouble trying to keep one person happy and myself out of trouble. I'd sooner jump off a ten story building than add anyone else to that mix.

You know that TV shows aren't real, right?

What happens if one of your "just sex" acts leads to an STD or worse, a child? That's when the video game analogy falls on its face.

People like to say "its just sex" all the time, but it's not.

I had a vasectomy years ago, but I wouldn't mind a child in my life. We all use condoms, even on the sex toys. We trust each other not to make foolish decisions.

I may have given you guys the impression that we all run around boning strangers. We don't. These are women I've known for more than ten years, we grew into this relationship over a long, long time.

I have a feeling this conversation is about to splinter off into its own thread.

I've shared my life and opinions with you guys, and I've followed up on the immediate responses. As far as my part in this conversation goes, I've said all I care to say. Like I said, I'm not trying to convince anyone else to do it, nor do I feel the need to defend it. I am who I am, and last night I felt like sharing part of that with you guys.

[Psykoboy2]

No it's fine. I'm glad you shared and I'm not here policing this thread to stay on topic. I just think it's an interesting one that should further discussion take place, it should probably be done in it's own thread. Would likely draw others in (for good and hopefully not for bad) and get a lot more opinions and experiences on the matter.

[Blue]

You know that TV shows aren't real, right?

Wait, seriously?

[wyeast]

The funny thing about polyamory (or polyamor tendencies in general) is they rely on a much more fluid definition of love, that doesn't really hang their hat on traditional relationships. It's not that you can only be in love with your spouse. It's not even necessarily that you're only in love with someone you're sleeping with. As Murph's post shows, it's really kind of a personal definition that varies from person to person, and even from relationship to relationship. Love can be sexual, or spiritual, or emotional, or anything you make of it.

While that's not necessarily an attack on traditional views of love and romance, it does kind of turn things on its head, and as such gets viewed as an attack by some even though the basic premise of love being a personally defined thing means that if someone chooses love to mean only in the strictest most traditional terms, that should be accepted as much for being their choice as another having a different choice.

[Serapth]

You know that TV shows aren't real, right?


What about Cops?


As a pure curiosity... you don't have kids now, do you? ( Going from memory, didn't think you did ). If not, why would you have a vasectomy, while not opposed to having kids?

[Mr. Murphy]

That "TV shows aren't real" comment was meant lightheartedly, not as snarky as it probably sounded.

What about Cops?

:D

As a pure curiosity... you don't have kids now, do you? ( Going from memory, didn't think you did ). If not, why would you have a vasectomy, while not opposed to having kids?

I do not have kids. At about 21 after my first failed attempt at traditional domestic bliss I made a decision to focus on the things I could accomplish with my life other than raising children. I came from a poor family, and my parents were miserable because they spent all their time working two jobs each just to support their kids. I had dreams and artistic goals (still do) that require a lot of time and effort. It was a purely selfish decision, to focus on my life instead of the lives of another.

In the time since then, I've grown to believe that not only is it foolish to try and control every aspect of your life (I prefer to allow life to happen to me organically, which is how I've ended up in my very awesome and unique situation) but my brother has had children, and the time spent with my neices and nephews has shown me how much you GET from giving. I've realized that I wouldn't mind having a little one in my life, even though it would mean changing my plans. So if someone caught pregnant, I'd be ecstatic. Life happens.

I was raised (from before birth) by a man who is not my biological father, but he's my dad, he's the only dad I've ever known, and I'm his firstborn son. I love him just as deeply as I would if it was his sperm that had made me. Maybe more, since he's been with my mother since before I was born and never once treated me as anything but his - that's a huge deal to me (I've never met my bio dad, altho we've recently become penpals, thanks to Facebook and his nosy girlfriend).

So, where I am now in my life, at thirty, I would have no problem dealing with the new challenges of a child, and would enjoy the experience, even though money would still be an issue. However, it's not something I'm actively seeking out, at any point in the future. The woman I love feels the same way. We have other things to love, like each other and our work, (musician and Doctor are both incredibly rewarding, love-filled professions that allow you to be very connected to the world around you, and the people in it, not just your family) as well as the other children in our lives.

I mean, I'm the favorite Uncle. The relationship I have with my nieces and nephews is unlike anything anyone else in my rather large family has.

[Serapth]

Very interesting and candid story, thank you for sharing.

You do know you can get a vasectomy undone right?

And it hurts like a motherfucker apparently

I didn't even start to consider kids anything but parasites until I was in my 30s.

[wyeast]

I would have no problem dealing with the new challenges of a child...

That's cute. That's how you get twins dropped on you. :D

[Mr. Murphy]

Very interesting and candid story, thank you for sharing.

Well gee, thanks for listening. That's really just the tip of the iceburg, too. There's a lot of history and weird life-changing moments and ups and downs all along the way.


You do know you can get a vasectomy undone right?

And it hurts like a motherfucker apparently

I didn't even start to consider kids anything but parasites until I was in my 30s.

Yeah, I've considered it, now that I'm in college. If I'm making good money by 35/37, I'll re-evaluate things.

[MagGnome]

Mr. Murphy needs to write a book. His posts are very interesting and quite enjoyable to read.


Wait, seriously?

There goes all the time I spent watching Weeds to do research for my next profession...

[CappinCanuck]

Cool picture.

So what is it that you do out there? <snip>

Yep, you guessed right. It's spelled Mountie though.

[Blue]

Mr. Murphy needs to write a book. His posts are very interesting and quite enjoyable to read.




There goes all the time I spent watching Weeds to do research for my next profession...

This explains why I haven't heard from Starfleet yet!

And to MM: My wife are in a very similar boat in a way I think. We have our own business and love what we do and I think we're just too selfish (not meaning that negatively at all) to have children right now. If we ever do I want to be able to focus solely on them and we're just not at a place in our lives right now where that would be possible. I think too few people recognize that and it's refreshing to hear someone who does. Most everyone I seem to talk to today almost needs to have kids rather than wanting to have them. Not always, but still.

[Serapth]

This explains why I haven't heard from Starfleet yet!

And to MM: My wife are in a very similar boat in a way I think. We have our own business and love what we do and I think we're just too selfish (not meaning that negatively at all) to have children right now. If we ever do I want to be able to focus solely on them and we're just not at a place in our lives right now where that would be possible. I think too few people recognize that and it's refreshing to hear someone who does. Most everyone I seem to talk to today almost needs to have kids rather than wanting to have them. Not always, but still.

This is how the stupid people win.... attrition!

[violent]

http://i.imgur.com/SZOQ0.jpg

[Mr. Murphy]

http://i.imgur.com/SZOQ0.jpg

You got me, I laughed.

[Dorkandproudofit]

http://i.imgur.com/SZOQ0.jpg

Someone shop a top hat and monocle on there, quick!

...Damn, where's Civil when you need him? :(

[wyeast]

Someone shop a top hat and monocle on there, quick!

...Damn, where's Civil when you need him? :(

SHAZAM!

http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/86/isay2.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/823/isay2.jpg/)

[Mr. Murphy]

SHAZAM!


Perfect! :D

[violent]

God damn, that looks almost too good.

[Squidbot]

Is it bad I noticed your shirt first?

[violent]

Ugly music for ugly people.

[Sandman]

Is it bad I noticed your shirt first?

White Zombie is awesome, that's why you noticed the shirt first.

[Generation ABXY]

Let me tell you: if you ever decide to go ballroom dancing, be prepared because those fuckers take that shit seriously.

So friggin’ true. When I tried dancing with JSW, I was just happy no one was horribly maimed, but you’d think I’d personally frog-marched a Jewish family to the furnace. O_o

[Mr. Murphy]

All dressed up before a performance. Yes, I am wearing make-up.

http://img807.imageshack.us/img807/1348/58481074890222737226422.jpg

The night before (friday night) I did a house party with The Fuckening, our industrial outfit.

http://img813.imageshack.us/img813/9982/58481074890622737226422.jpg

[BigJonno]

I decided to get a quick shot of my new LARP hat.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Idrh-Xv-OD0/Thmpevp5xII/AAAAAAAAACg/PZY8hdP4oxc/s640/2011+-+1

[Mr. Murphy]

I decided to get a quick shot of my new LARP hat.


Dude. Bitchin'.

[Squidbot]

Dude. Bitchin'.

No, no."Witchin". He's a Witch hunter ;)

[MagGnome]

He looks like a Pilgrim. :p

[Xerxes]

He looks like a Pilgrim. :p

I was thinking the DoW II: Retribution cover chick.

[evilgoodwin]

I think it looks like Dr. Jackal's hat from Getbackers (anime/manga). Which is awesome.

[BigJonno]

He looks like a Pilgrim. :p

I was thinking the DoW II: Retribution cover chick.

I'm sure Squid will join me in some eye-rolling, head-shaking and general tutting.

[diablopath]

Dude, have you lost weight? You look much different than I recall.

[Krispy]

http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/1497/26755410150257555607431.jpg

My friend and I being super hetero models in Vancouver.

This one is just for Mags.

http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/8867/26847210150259441107431.jpg

And here is a freebie for your nightmares.

http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/4017/27021110150319489436303.jpg

[MagGnome]

That last pic is simultaneously horrifying and arousing. :eek:

[wyeast]

My friend and I being super hetero models in Vancouver.


Wait, that's what hetero models look like? I thought it was like this?

http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/2113/manlyman.jpg (http://img829.imageshack.us/i/manlyman.jpg/)

I've been led astray this whole time? I'm so confused. :confused: Hold me.

[MagGnome]

That guy would actually be pretty hot if he cut that awful hair off. His body is awesome.

[Bone]

I didn't know rednecks actually chewed a piece of straw- I thought that was just in movies. And I know a lot of rednecks!

Also- nice mullet. It's glorious.

[Krispy]

That last pic is simultaneously horrifying and arousing. :eek:

I like to think you imagine each of the spider legs as penises radiating from my Jack Nicholson impression.

Wait, that's what hetero models look like? I thought it was like this?

http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/2113/manlyman.jpg (http://img829.imageshack.us/i/manlyman.jpg/)

I've been led astray this whole time? I'm so confused. :confused: Hold me.

"...simultaneously horrifying and arousing." - MagGnome

Five star review~

[MagGnome]

Ha ha, you are hilarious. :D

[MagGnome]

A couple of shots from my camping trip this past weekend:

http://flexapic.com/g.ashx?id=7270

http://flexapic.com/g.ashx?id=7272

Not shown - the wicked sunburn on my face and back, and the 25+ mosquito bites I received in lovely Solon Springs, Wisconsin. It was a fantastic trip though!

[Purple Santa]

http://flexapic.com/g.ashx?id=7272



That's a very low porta-potty. You do look like you are enjoying relieving yourself though. To much bran?

[Serapth]

I think I am wearing exactly the same shorts right now. Well, obviously not Mag's shorts... Part thats weird is I shop almost exclusively at RW&Co and Eddie Bauer, and I'm not sure either are available outside Canada.

[TheKeck]

I think I am wearing exactly the same shorts right now. Well, obviously not Mag's shorts... Part thats weird is I shop almost exclusively at RW&Co and Eddie Bauer, and I'm not sure either are available outside Canada.

Eddie Bauer certainly is.

[MagGnome]

That's a very low porta-potty. You do look like you are enjoying relieving yourself though. To much bran?

It's very important to get enough fiber in one's diet.


I think I am wearing exactly the same shorts right now. Well, obviously not Mag's shorts... Part thats weird is I shop almost exclusively at RW&Co and Eddie Bauer, and I'm not sure either are available outside Canada.

I'm pretty sure that Eddie Bauer closed all or most of their US locations. Either way, I got those shorts at Old Navy.

[wyeast]

I'm pretty sure that Eddie Bauer closed all or most of their US locations.
:confused:

*jots note to self to check at the local mall at lunch*

[fitbabits]

I'm pretty sure that Eddie Bauer closed all or most of their US locations. Either way, I got those shorts at Old Navy.
Negative, sir. Eddie Bauer brick and mortar stores are still present. In fact, I bought a pair of jeans from said store this past weekend!

[MagGnome]

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/18/business/18bauer.html

They did file for bankruptcy, but they didn't close all of their stores.

[wyeast]

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/18/business/18bauer.html

They did file for bankruptcy, but they didn't close all of their stores.

Same article says they intended for stores to continue operating, just sounds like they were selling the whole shebang to an investment company.

So it's possible the "Eddie Bauer" in the mall is the same, but owned by somebody else.

[Rock Bandit]

Was going through my phone and found a pic I don't remember taking from last winter. I quite like it though.

http://i54.tinypic.com/24nr13a.jpg

This one I took on my birthday a few days ago to document what my rapidly decaying 29 year old body looks like. I'm sure by 30 my nose will have completely rotted off and possibly half an ear.

http://i56.tinypic.com/jj6447.jpg

[resikel]

I think I am wearing exactly the same shorts right now. Well, obviously not Mag's shorts...

Either way, I got those shorts at Old Navy.

I have the same shorts and I'm wearing them right now! (Yes. Seriously as I'm about to go out shopping) And, obviously not Mag's shorts either... :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

[MagGnome]

I told you that I wanted my shorts back.

[MagGnome]

Ah, yes. Now I'm remembering your so-called "burritos." I thought I told you to start calling them Magitos.

Burritos are srs bizness.

The Gnome has traveled through time to smack past-Zero, el Burrito Troll.

I am here to save our future.

Also, beer and Lady Gaga. yes...

[wyeast]

... and the thread becomes the tale of How Everyone Wants in Mags' Pants. :eek: :D

[MagGnome]

I think I've dated everything semi-datable guy in the Cities. Perhaps it's time to move?

[evilgoodwin]

... and the thread becomes the tale of How Everyone Wants in Mags' Pants. :eek: :D

They do look like nice shorts. Gonna have to look at the selection at my local Old Navy as well.

[MagGnome]

They are pretty comfy.

Did Panthera ever post pictures of the trebuchet he built?

Yes, I've been reading old posts for some reason.

[resikel]

In regards to the shorts, my sister bought them for me a while back. With my recent weight loss, I have to put on a belt, two notches in. Otherwise, they would just slip off!

And there's plenty of pockets for phone, camera, keys, condoms, etc...

[MagGnome]

I need to lose some weight. I went on a 15+ mile bike ride today, but then I came home and ate a veggie burger (not a big deal) and a ton of potato chips, a large bottle of beer, and a bar of dark chocolate. Mission failed.

[resikel]

I would say that you could put on some lean muscle, like, tone it up a bit if that's what you really want to do. But then, I've never seen a muscular hipster before. Really. Never. It's like it's not in the Hipster Handbook. Am I right?

[MagGnome]

Wait, you think I'm a hipster?

Just a few hours ago a guy though I was a Jew, and now a Hipster...oh my....





I have been told several times that I have the body shape to get some nice definition if I put in some work. Alas I am lazy. That's why I spend so much time online instead of actually doing something worthwhile with my time. :o

[resikel]

You even pointed the fact that your state is known for having the most Hipster in resident. And I recall you crushing on a Hipster looking guy. In addition, little tidbits here and there added up to you at least leaning in that direction.

Was I wrong? I'm pretty bad at reading people sometimes.

[MagGnome]

I wouldn't call myself a hipster, but I suppose I have some of those tendencies. As far as attractiveness goes, I do think that some hipster guys are good looking, but that doesn't mean that I identify with the entire culture or anything.


Okay, I ate a bunch more potato chips, had a long chat with Krispy, and now I must sleep......tomorrow I bottle up Apple Wine with a friend.

[BigJonno]

I would say that you could put on some lean muscle, like, tone it up a bit if that's what you really want to do. But then, I've never seen a muscular hipster before. Really. Never. It's like it's not in the Hipster Handbook. Am I right?

Muscle comes from exercise, exercise involves effort and effort indicates caring.

[Squidbot]

Muscle comes from exercise, exercise involves effort and effort indicates caring.

That is almost Yoda like.
Also; Chrome just corrected a typo in Yoda.

[BigJonno]

That is almost Yoda like.
Also; Chrome just corrected a typo in Yoda.

I live to dispense Yoda-like wisdom.

BigJonno: Urban Jedi.

[SilentScreams]

Okay, now I'm picturing Jonno in a lightsaber duel doing all the flips and spins CGI Yoda style.
An amusing mental image to start my day.

[BigJonno]

Okay, now I'm picturing Jonno in a lightsaber duel doing all the flips and spins CGI Yoda style.
An amusing mental image to start my day.

How do you think I've been losing weight?

[Joshkdmw]

I wouldn't call myself a hipster...

Hipsters never do. :D

[fitbabits]

Clearly, Mags is a hipster.

[MagGnome]

I was on Facebook before it was cool.

[Serapth]

I was on Facebook before it was cool.

Oh, so you mean MySpace then?

[resikel]

Muscle comes from exercise, exercise involves effort and effort indicates caring.

Well, they do put alot of effort into their fashion wear. Even though some may consider it anti-fashion, it takes effort, planning, and follow through to put on their daily outfit - a very unlazy-like activity. I would say that they are very Metro-hetero but without the physical fitness dedication.

[Sandman]

http://flexapic.com/g.ashx?id=7270



I hope you didn't get rained on if you slept in that thing.

[SilentScreams]

Hammocks just don't look comfy to me. I've never laid in one though.

[MagGnome]

It was very comfy. I napped in it, but I didn't spend the night in it. I would have been eaten alive.

[fitbabits]

It was very comfy. I napped in it, but I didn't spend the night in it. I would have been eaten alive.
There are gay mosquitos? :)

[MagGnome]

There are gay mosquitos? :)

Only female mosquitoes bite people. What does that say? ;)

[Wackman3000]

It's been a while, so here goes:

Me showing my terribly receding hairline and definite need for a cut:
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y71/Accordman/IMG_1733.jpg

After the cut:
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y71/Accordman/IMG_1739.jpg

Oversized cowboy hat, it's funny, cuz it's bigger than a normal hat:
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y71/Accordman/Clipboard01-22.jpg
(for reference)
pR-0WZZPrIA

[Ghostbear]

HAH, that is the best hat ever.

[Zero]

The Gnome has traveled through time to smack past-Zero, el Burrito Troll.

I am here to save our future.

Also, beer and Lady Gaga. yes...

...

What the....

Where the devil did this come from?

[MagGnome]

Don't you worry about it now. ;)

[resikel]

...

What the....

Where the devil did this come from?

Watch Source Code (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0945513/).

[CappinCanuck]

Only female mosquitoes bite people. What does that say? ;)

That females know what I like?

[MagGnome]

You like being injected with anti-coagulants and having your blood sucked out?

[CappinCanuck]

You like being injected with anti-coagulants and having your blood sucked out?

And you don't?! :confused:

[resikel]

You like being injected with anti-coagulants and having your blood sucked out?

And you don't?! :confused:

http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_llq2snVh371qgsmmh.jpg

[National Kato]

The night before (friday night) I did a house party with The Fuckening, our industrial outfit.

I love that name.

And BigJonno: that hat is awesome.

[MagGnome]

And you don't?! :confused:

All of the nibbles on my back and legs say one thing, but my mind says another. :eek:

[VerseD]

Hammocks just don't look comfy to me. I've never laid in one though.

Hammocks are the greatest. I would have one on my porch and be laying in it right now, if there were a place to hang it.

I have a hammock tent that I use for backpacking: it's two pounds and easy to set up -- no ground tarp, no stakes, and you just need two trees. There's a mosquito net over the top, and you can put a rain tarp there as well. You climb up into it through a gash in the bottom that Velcroes back together, and it's the closest you can get to crawling back up the birth canal. The comfort is also comparable, metaphorically speaking.

http://www.coolhunting.com/design/assets/images/hennesseyhammock.jpg

[BigJonno]

Hammocks are the greatest. I would have one on my porch and be laying in it right now, if there were a place to hang it.

I have a hammock tent that I use for backpacking: it's two pounds and easy to set up -- no ground tarp, no stakes, and you just need two trees. There's a mosquito net over the top, and you can put a rain tarp there as well. You climb up into it through a gash in the bottom that Velcroes back together, and it's the closest you can get to crawling back up the birth canal. The comfort is also comparable, metaphorically speaking.

http://www.coolhunting.com/design/assets/images/hennesseyhammock.jpg

That's awesome. A few weeks back I was discussing the LARP potential of a hammock with a friend, how it would be cool for a wood elf or a fae to just wander off into the woods at night and disappear. We didn't realise that you could get hammock tents.

[MagGnome]

That is one awesome hammock. Now I want to go camping with VerseD.

[PathMaster]

That is indeed awesome. Even better that it is small, lightweight and very portable.

I did read recently that a study suggested sleeping in a hammock to be very good for multiple reasons.

[wyeast]

You climb up into it through a gash in the bottom that Velcroes back together...

that just tells me fat fucks like me are just liable to fall back out when the velcro gives in the middle of the night. :o

[Sandman]

5X_sGB2NraY

This is what I camp with, obviously not for backpackers. It's got a super easy set-up though and I love that you aren't sleeping on the ground which in some camp sites can be gravel. If you're going to get one of these things though, you really need a fan because it has little to no air circulation in there. I'll have pictures of mine next month after I take my week in the keys. I'm camping one night at Bahia Honda Key.

[Bad Buddha]

I'm cranking out tailored resumes and cover letters. Also scanning the web for motorcycle touring and travel information.

I got laid off by the corporation that bought out my old place of employment. They kept me on long enough to finalize the transition and IT merger of the old company's systems, users and data. Then they brought in one of their enterprise sys admins.

Probably a good thing. That place was kept on the edge of chaos by the management. Every time it seemed like the users and systems were reaching a level of stability, they'd throw some new wrench into the systems. I don't think I would like working there much longer. So after 6+ months of working 10 and 12 hour days, I'm making Career Plan Realignment a full time venture.

However; My wife thinks I need a break. (God, I love her!) Between her Adventures With Cancer and my career travails, It's time to get out on the road, blow the cobwebs out and find a fresh state of mind.

I've always wanted to do a Coast To Coast motorcycle ride. I've thought I would have to do a week-long Interstate speed run, since I've always had limited vacation available. But where is the fun in that?

Since I've got a surfeit of free time available now, my wife suggested a 3 or 4 week long ride. The first thing that came to mind was Key West! Then I figured I could stop at my brother's place in Miami; use that as a jumping off point. Then I thought of The Tail of the Dragon (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deals_Gap,_North_Carolina)! Then the Old River Road on the Mississippi! New Orleans! It just keeps getting better!

The bike is going in for a scheduled service this week. After another couple of days of planning and packing, I'm going to hit the road! Unless a job offer or some other inconvenience pops up.

Where should I go for beignets in The French Quarter?

[Squidbot]

Your wife never ceases to amaze me. Have an amazing time!

[Bone]

Buddha, that's a great use of involuntary free time!

Cafe du Monde is the most obvious beignet and coffee joint, and it's definitely got the history. The Morning Call used to be in the Quarter but moved (antique countertops and all) to Jefferson Parish, with another one in Metairie. I'd say hit Cafe du Monde while in the Quarter, and find The Morning Call as you leave town.

Hey, if you run through Texas, you have a place to stay and a garage if you need it. Only cost would be picking your brain about long distance biking :)

[Bone]

I have a hammock tent that I use for backpacking: it's two pounds and easy to set up -- no ground tarp, no stakes, and you just need two trees. There's a mosquito net over the top, and you can put a rain tarp there as well. You climb up into it through a gash in the bottom that Velcroes back together, and it's the closest you can get to crawling back up the birth canal. The comfort is also comparable, metaphorically speaking.

http://www.coolhunting.com/design/assets/images/hennesseyhammock.jpg

The Hennessy Hammock (http://hennessyhammock.com/)!- I was really interested in getting one of these, but started camping with my girlfriend and needed something we could share. Got the giant Nomad tent (http://redverz.com/index.html) with motorcycle garage, and am very happy with it. But I could definitely still see using one of those hammock tents when it's just me out there.


that just tells me fat fucks like me are just liable to fall back out when the velcro gives in the middle of the night. :o
From what I've seen, the velcro is under your legs, but the area from head to thigh is solid. You swing your legs down through the velcro and basically duck out of the tent.

[SilentScreams]

Buddha, that sounds like an amazing time. I truly envy you.

My uncle did a huge tour of the US and Canada in a camper van when he retired. He stayed out there as long as his Visa allowed. 3 months I think. He said it was an amazing experience and something he plans to do again very soon. I'm seriously considering joining him this time out.

[Sandman]

Buddha, that sounds like an amazing time. I truly envy you.

My uncle did a huge tour of the US and Canada in a camper van when he retired. He stayed out there as long as his Visa allowed. 3 months I think. He said it was an amazing experience and something he plans to do again very soon. I'm seriously considering joining him this time out.

That's the kind of thing I'd like to do at retirement, though I don't know about Canada. I'd probably go further south.

[Ghostbear]

I'm cranking out tailored resumes and cover letters. Also scanning the web for motorcycle touring and travel information.

I got laid off by the corporation that bought out my old place of employment. They kept me on long enough to finalize the transition and IT merger of the old company's systems, users and data. Then they brought in one of their enterprise sys admins.

Probably a good thing. That place was kept on the edge of chaos by the management. Every time it seemed like the users and systems were reaching a level of stability, they'd throw some new wrench into the systems. I don't think I would like working there much longer. So after 6+ months of working 10 and 12 hour days, I'm making Career Plan Realignment a full time venture.

However; My wife thinks I need a break. (God, I love her!) Between her Adventures With Cancer and my career travails, It's time to get out on the road, blow the cobwebs out and find a fresh state of mind.

I've always wanted to do a Coast To Coast motorcycle ride. I've thought I would have to do a week-long Interstate speed run, since I've always had limited vacation available. But where is the fun in that?

Since I've got a surfeit of free time available now, my wife suggested a 3 or 4 week long ride. The first thing that came to mind was Key West! Then I figured I could stop at my brother's place in Miami; use that as a jumping off point. Then I thought of The Tail of the Dragon (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deals_Gap,_North_Carolina)! Then the Old River Road on the Mississippi! New Orleans! It just keeps getting better!

The bike is going in for a scheduled service this week. After another couple of days of planning and packing, I'm going to hit the road! Unless a job offer or some other inconvenience pops up.

Where should I go for beignets in The French Quarter?
You're a jerk Buddha, you make people jealous of being laid off. :)

[Suave Peanut]

Since I've got a surfeit of free time available now, my wife suggested a 3 or 4 week long ride. The first thing that came to mind was Key West! Then I figured I could stop at my brother's place in Miami; use that as a jumping off point. Then I thought of The Tail of the Dragon (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deals_Gap,_North_Carolina)! Then the Old River Road on the Mississippi! New Orleans! It just keeps getting better!

At first I was like, "North Carolina? I live there!" but then I realized that was still 270 miles away.

[MagGnome]

Bad Buddha leads an envious life. Enjoy your trip!

[shunoshi]

This is hearby my CoG petition for Bad Buddha to take his initial motorcylce course through the majestic northlands. There are beautiful landscapes to see (The SD Badlands and Mount Rushmore), but also the ability to have a drink with me and Mags. This is obviously one of the best experiences you will have on your trip, so I suggest you partake. :D

[Superman's Dead]

Drinking with Shu and Mags is so awesome.

[Matthias]

I throw another vote in for Austin. I'd love to do a CoG get together now that I'm all moved in.

[evilgoodwin]

I throw another vote in for Austin. I'd love to do a CoG get together now that I'm all moved in.

http://www.colonyofgamers.com/cogforums/showthread.php?t=23327

[Ox]

Buddha, it sounds like you're going to have to lay out your itinerary here and you'll get a lot of sobbing from those you skip.

Just a reminder: all the best Coggers live in the Northeast. ;)

[Squidbot]

...of England.

[MagGnome]

This is hearby my CoG petition for Bad Buddha to take his initial motorcylce course through the majestic northlands. There are beautiful landscapes to see (The SD Badlands and Mount Rushmore), but also the ability to have a drink with me and Mags. This is obviously one of the best experiences you will have on your trip, so I suggest you partake. :D

Yes, agreed! A thousand times agreed! A drink with Buddha would be an enlightening experience. :D


Drinking with Shu and Mags is so awesome.

Et tu, my friend! We all had a great time when you were here.

[Joshkdmw]

...of England...

....so far northeast it's actually canada.

[Bad Buddha]

Like many entities with an inflated sense of their own importance, I am not swayed by internet petitions. :cool:

The only way to keep things fair is to deny the Buddha to all. :(

I'm sorry my fellow Coggers but these trips have no set itinerary and that's the way I like it.

The key thought behind my trips is to put stress and anxiety behind me. If I were running late to Minneapolis, I would be totally stressed and worried about meeting The Gnome on time. Not the kind of distraction that I need while piloting a motorcycle through a strange city after 6-12 hours in the saddle.

Also, I always try to avoid major cities unless they are one of my destinations. I avoid rush hour in Seattle while on my bike, and I know the traffic patterns here. I hate dealing with a new city and its traffic!

BONUS: My loving and beautiful wife purchased a netbook for my birthday for the trip! I'll try to post some pics while I'm on the road!

Hey! I never said I was a Magnanimous Buddha!

Edit: Bone,
I saw those Nomad tents at the BMW Rally last summer. So cool! What a great idea! If I were going out of the country, Morocco or Mongolia, I would love to get one.

[Bone]

Yeah, the new (green) Nomad is even better, I almost wish I had waited. They improved the doors and overall wind-resistance, it seems. But I'm happy with mine.

Anyway, the Austin pit stop remains open to you without any schedule or stress, in case you need it. In the adventure motorcycling spirit :)

[Krispy]

Toss me a PM if you make your way to California. Haven't met a Cogger I didn't like yet.

[Mr. Murphy]

Toss me a PM if you make your way to California. Haven't met a Cogger I didn't like yet.

Yeah, ditto if you pass through New Mexico - which you should consider, there's no place that looks quite like it.

[MagGnome]

Well Buddha just made me very sad. :(

All kidding aside, I shall drink a toast in your honor, good sir! I can't wait to hear about your adventures and see pictures of your trip when you return.


Edit - I just realized that a road trip across the country with various stops to meet COGers along the way would be awesome.

[Psykoboy2]

Buddha,

If your trip (any of them, really) happens to take you by Vons in downtown Seattle on say...Thursday, August 25th - you'd have a hell of a welcoming party. As well as a few beers paid for I'd imagine.

[Joshkdmw]

I dig the logic, oh siddharthan one. Nice and mellow, buddha style. Respect.

[BigJonno]

Edit - I just realized that a road trip across the country with various stops to meet COGers along the way would be awesome.

This is one of my great ambitions. I'd love to see the US, not just visit for a couple of weeks, but spend time travelling around the country. Just cruising around meeting CoGers would be amazing.

[Troggles]

Just to make Buddha feel better, I'm going to tell him not to stop and visit me. Just roll on throw if you happen to hit Austin, MN.

[Bone]

There can be only one!

[MagGnome]

This is one of my great ambitions. I'd love to see the US, not just visit for a couple of weeks, but spend time travelling around the country. Just cruising around meeting CoGers would be amazing.

I'm still planning on visiting London at some point as well. :)

[Bad Buddha]

Well Buddha just made me very sad. :(

I just took a look at my map and the Mississippi goes right through Minneapolis/St.Paul? I'm planning on heading across the states through Idaho, Montana, & N. Dakota to Bemidji, MN and the headwaters of the Mississippi. From there I'm planning on following the Old Muddy to probably St. Louis.

Mags, I wouldn't do this for too many people, but I could probably meet you for coffee or a beer (Depending on the time of day) if you were willing to drop everything and scamper to a yet to be determined purveyor of beverages. Anybody else live near you? Shunoshi? Get ready to scamper! :D

I'll be posting the general time that I leave and should be in Scoggins in 2 or 3 days.

Edit - I just realized that a road trip across the country with various stops to meet COGers along the way would be awesome.

My nephew did a drive around the US to hit all the major baseball stadiums. Sounds like the same kind of thing but with friends and a beer at every stop!


If your trip (any of them, really) happens to take you by Vons in downtown Seattle on say...Thursday, August 25th - you'd have a hell of a welcoming party. As well as a few beers paid for I'd imagine.

Yep! I'll probably be at Von's for the PAX Pre-function!

[TheKeck]

Buddha, make sure you stop by my house in Utah on your trip. But you need to show up after 8:30 when my kids go to bed but before 10:30 when I go to bed. Oh, and park your bike down the street so you don't wake them up. And remember to bring a treat for my dog or he might maul you. I can't wait!

[VerseD]

This is life Buddha! Enjoy your freedom, easy rider, and let me know if you pass through Portland, close as our cities are.

[shunoshi]

I just took a look at my map and the Mississippi goes right through Minneapolis/St.Paul? I'm planning on heading across the states through Idaho, Montana, & N. Dakota to Bemidji, MN and the headwaters of the Mississippi. From there I'm planning on following the Old Muddy to probably St. Louis.

Mags, I wouldn't do this for too many people, but I could probably meet you for coffee or a beer (Depending on the time of day) if you were willing to drop everything and scamper to a yet to be determined purveyor of beverages. Anybody else live near you? Shunoshi? Get ready to scamper! :D

I'll be posting the general time that I leave and should be in Scoggins in 2 or 3 days.



My nephew did a drive around the US to hit all the major baseball stadiums. Sounds like the same kind of thing but with friends and a beer at every stop!




Yep! I'll probably be at Von's for the PAX Pre-function!

Awesome. I'll be ready wherever and whenever.

[MagGnome]

I just took a look at my map and the Mississippi goes right through Minneapolis/St.Paul? I'm planning on heading across the states through Idaho, Montana, & N. Dakota to Bemidji, MN and the headwaters of the Mississippi. From there I'm planning on following the Old Muddy to probably St. Louis.

Mags, I wouldn't do this for too many people, but I could probably meet you for coffee or a beer (Depending on the time of day) if you were willing to drop everything and scamper to a yet to be determined purveyor of beverages. Anybody else live near you? Shunoshi? Get ready to scamper! :D

I'll be posting the general time that I leave and should be in Scoggins in 2 or 3 days.

Awesome, I'm excited! :D

Yes, the Mississippi River goes right through the Cities. I have a pretty wide open schedule this summer, so let me know when you're near the area!

[Panthera]

They are pretty comfy.

Did Panthera ever post pictures of the trebuchet he built?

Yes, I've been reading old posts for some reason.

Sadly, the project was put on hold when the guy running it got hired by Upper Canada Village (http://www.uppercanadavillage.com/home.htm) to work as a villager, which is pretty much his dream job. Hopefully we'll get to it later this fall or next spring!

[MagGnome]

Sadly, the project was put on hold when the guy running it got hired by Upper Canada Village (http://www.uppercanadavillage.com/home.htm) to work as a villager, which is pretty much his dream job. Hopefully we'll get to it later this fall or next spring!

It better be done by the time I come up to visit. ;)

[Panthera]

The trebuchet may still be in the works but the battering ram's ready. ;)

[MagGnome]

I'm checking flights now.

[Mr. Murphy]

I'm checking flights now.

Use Trebuchet Airlines for your next vacation fling!

[Psykoboy2]

the battering ram's ready. ;)

I bet it is.

[axion]

Probably my favourite shot of me from my wedding in June.

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/4935/roryq.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/7/roryq.jpg/)

[Krispy]

Damn. Looking debonair.

[MagGnome]

There are too many hot men on COG.

[Serapth]

Probably my favourite shot of me from my wedding in June.

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/4935/roryq.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/7/roryq.jpg/)

That looks professionally done, perfectly framed, excellent lighting and contrast. Whoever took that photo is very skilled... or lucky.

[Bad Buddha]

Buddha, make sure you stop by my house in Utah on your trip. But you need to show up after 8:30 when my kids go to bed but before 10:30 when I go to bed. Oh, and park your bike down the street so you don't wake them up. And remember to bring a treat for my dog or he might maul you. I can't wait!

I'll show up around midnight after I pull the baffles from my exhaust so the Beemer sounds like an unmuffled semi! I'm not very good at doing donuts on the bike, so instead of doing them in the street, I'll do them on your lawn in case I fall. I'll even bring some of those little airline bottles of Scotch so the kids have something to drink too.

I'll bring a rabid wolverine from Minnesota for the dog to play with!

Can't wait!

[TheKeck]

Great times will be had by all! :D

[Squidbot]

Me on the right at Iron Maiden 23/07/2011. Really fucking amazing gig, Maiden just keep getting better. The Norwegian flag on the drum kit was a very nice touch.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/linvuiet/Old%20stuff/Maiden23-07-2011.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/linvuiet/Old%20stuff/Maidenc23-07-2011.jpg

[Serapth]

I like Iron Maiden and all and I grew up loving Eddie, but I have to say... they've got to be fucking old now, geriatric old. Ozzy can pull it off, but sold his soul long ago for that power, I can't imagine Maiden held up quite as well.

On the note, how the fuck are these old rockers still playing live gigs? It's physically demanding and these people put their bodies through the fucking ringer throughout life, it just doesn't make sense. If I could do that shit in my 50s after a life of abuse... damn!

EDIT: Actually, now that I think back, Iron Maiden was actually pretty squeeky clean in reputation. No stories of murder or drug fueled benders, no overdosing.

[Squidbot]

Well, this was the best Maiden gig I have seen, since I first saw them in 92. Dickinson was leaping around the stage like a man half his age. They were extremely tight, and his voice was as powerful as ever.

[SilentScreams]

Gained a new family member today courtesy of the local animal rescue centre! He doesn't have a name yet.

I'm not at all photogenic, so I shall hand over modelling duties to my much more qualified better half...who is also pretty new. :)


http://i54.tinypic.com/nex1rl.jpg

[Dorkandproudofit]

Well, this was the best Maiden gig I have seen, since I first saw them in 92. Dickinson was leaping around the stage like a man half his age. They were extremely tight, and his voice was as powerful as ever.

Agreed. Their new album is a good example of how they still sound great; Bruce's voice has lowered a bit, but it still has the same operatic force behind it, and IMO it's occasionally even better than when he was younger--especially on songs like "When the Wild Wind Blows" and (from the Dance of Death album) Paschendale. It just works better with those songs.

So yeah, they don't sound EXACTLY the same as they used to, but they haven't lost a bit of their energy, and they've adapted their sound accordingly.

[Squidbot]

Gained a new family member today courtesy of the local animal rescue centre! He doesn't have a name yet.

I'm not at all photogenic, so I shall hand over modelling duties to my much more qualified better half...who is also pretty new. :)


http://i54.tinypic.com/nex1rl.jpg

There's a dog in that photo? Oh right, yeah. Yeah, cute dog. Back to the main focus....

[Krispy]

Gained a new family member today courtesy of the local animal rescue centre! He doesn't have a name yet.

I'm not at all photogenic, so I shall hand over modelling duties to my much more qualified better half...who is also pretty new. :)


http://i54.tinypic.com/nex1rl.jpg

Woah. Uh, you didn't happen to meet this girl in San Diego did you? Otherwise I might know her doppleganger...

[SilentScreams]

Nope. Never been to San Diego. :)

Met her about a month ago and as cliche as it may sound, I've never felt so strongly about anyone.
She has the ability to make even the shittiest day a distant memory with that smile. It's like a super power.

[Krispy]

We're still talking about the dog, right?

[Panthera]

That's not a very nice thing to call someone.

[Serapth]

Well, this was the best Maiden gig I have seen, since I first saw them in 92. Dickinson was leaping around the stage like a man half his age. They were extremely tight, and his voice was as powerful as ever.

Another soul sold to satan, cause that just shouldn't be possible! ;)

[Joshkdmw]

Nope. Never been to San Diego. :)

Met her about a month ago and as cliche as it may sound, I've never felt so strongly about anyone.
She has the ability to make even the shittiest day a distant memory with that smile. It's like a super power.

So the sex is pretty good, then.

[SilentScreams]

Would you believe me if I said we haven't had sex yet? She wants to wait, and I'm not going to push her...not my style. A month is certainly the longest I've been with a girl without having sex though.

The strange thing is that in all of my past relationships, sex has always been a major theme. I couldn't imagine them without it. With her I don't feel like it has to be there. We genuinely enjoy each others company and her cheeriness is infectious...I'm grinning like an idiot the whole time I'm with her.

The second she's ready, I'll be ready, but I'm not going to risk losing the most amazing girl I've ever met by pressing the matter.

You can now begin ridiculing me for not banging her yet, if you want to. :D

[Bone]

Nothing but respect here, as long as she's not stringing you along as a friend. Waiting can bring some great things. In bed.

[SilentScreams]

Thanks, Bone.

We're definitely much more than friends, so I'm not too worried there. She has her reasons for waiting and I'll respect them.

[Krispy]

I always say there are more fun things to do in bed than sex.

[MagGnome]

Watching movies? Eating crackers?

Or are you one of those people who doesn't call it "sex" as long as there is no vaginal/anal penetration? Apparently that viewpoint is quite common, which I find a little odd. Some of my friends fiercely argued with me the other day, saying that oral sex isn't sex. It's called oral SEX, for crying out loud! :eek:

Edit - That time you and I snuggled and exchanged butterfly kisses totally wasn't sex though.

[crazyD]

Get a couple of laptops on a bed, and you got a LAN party on.

[Serapth]

Watching movies? Eating crackers?

Or are you one of those people who doesn't call it "sex" as long as there is no vaginal/anal penetration? Apparently that viewpoint is quite common, which I find a little odd. Some of my friends fiercely argued with me the other day, saying that oral sex isn't sex. It's called oral SEX, for crying out loud! :eek:

Edit - That time you and I snuggled and exchanged butterfly kisses totally wasn't sex though.

Sleeping. As sad as that sounds, have a kid who results in you having 3-4 hours of sleep a night, sleeping beats fucking just about every time.

[Psykoboy2]

Sleeping. As sad as that sounds, have a kid who results in you having 3-4 hours of sleep a night, sleeping beats fucking just about every time.

I will never have a kid. Ever.

[Serapth]

I will never have a kid. Ever.

Eventually you get bored and think to yourself... wtf, is this it?

Let me say, in all honesty, kids recharge your appreciation for just about everything. Suddenly an idle Sunday reading a book becomes nirvana.

On the flipside, if you dont have a kid, you will never understand what you are missing. It sounds cliche and like a cop-out, but frankly... it's true.

[Krispy]

Watching movies? Eating crackers?

Or are you one of those people who doesn't call it "sex" as long as there is no vaginal/anal penetration? Apparently that viewpoint is quite common, which I find a little odd. Some of my friends fiercely argued with me the other day, saying that oral sex isn't sex. It's called oral SEX, for crying out loud! :eek:

Edit - That time you and I snuggled and exchanged butterfly kisses totally wasn't sex though.

As long as Jesus doesn't shed a tear, it's not sex.

[Psykoboy2]

Eventually you get bored and think to yourself... wtf, is this it?

Let me say, in all honesty, kids recharge your appreciation for just about everything. Suddenly an idle Sunday reading a book becomes nirvana.

On the flipside, if you dont have a kid, you will never understand what you are missing. It sounds cliche and like a cop-out, but frankly... it's true.

Well, I used it as a punchline for a joke, but in all honesty for me, I've decided (quite a long time ago, actually) that I don't want to have children.

Whatever I may be missing, I'm way to selfish to ever give up what I've got for that trade off.

[wyeast]

Thanks, Bone.

We're definitely much more than friends, so I'm not too worried there. She has her reasons for waiting and I'll respect them.

It's ok. You can tell us that she's waiting to build up her courage to face the enormous trouser snake you're carrying.

It's ok. I won't go home and cry. I'll be strong. Maybe I'll go eat some cashews or something.

[MagGnome]

As long as Jesus doesn't shed a tear, it's not sex.

If Jesus isn't crying, then you need to amp it up a few notches.

[Blue]

The lap dance isn't good unless the stripper is crying.

[Bone]

The lap dance isn't good unless the stripper is crying.
My brother tells the best story of a bored stripper, who, halfway through her dance, looked backstage where the other strippers were and apathetically tapped the side of her nose. (It's not a great story, per se, but a great pantomime sells it)

It's a sad day when you know your stripper is only half coked up.

[resikel]

Strippers have feelings, too! After all, they don't come from nowhere; they are your mothers, your sisters, your wives, your girlfriends.

Have some compassion for christ sake!

[Bone]

I do. I fully support my local strip clubs.

[Joshkdmw]

Thanks, Bone.

We're definitely much more than friends, so I'm not too worried there. She has her reasons for waiting and I'll respect them.

*Fist bump*

[Ultima Thulian]

Thought I'd share some pics I took in Feb. It was at 123 Pleasant St., a bar in Morgantown. Amanda and I was at a Voltaire concert. Let me be clear: Voltaire is a really, really, cool dood. And he puts on a great show. In any case, since it's been a while since I posted on this thread, I thought I'd share something. :)

http://i56.tinypic.com/au8ldz.jpg

http://i51.tinypic.com/34ik57o.jpg

And yes, I would kill to have Voltaire's Dominion jacket. :P

[MagGnome]

Someone raised Voltaire from the dead, and he's doing music now? :eek:


That is a wicked hat by the way!

[Ultima Thulian]

Someone raised Voltaire from the dead, and he's doing music now? :eek:


That is a wicked hat by the way!

That hat is most wicked. And as much as I'd love for Francious-Marie Arouet to be back, for he is by far my favorite Enlightenment thinker and human being I've never personally met, I'm afraid Zombie Voltaire just isn't in the cards. The man's name is Aurelio Voltaire Hernandez. He uses his middle name as his stage name and because he is also a fan of the French philosopher.

Chances are you have heard of him and don't even know it. Remember the show "Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy"? He did a lot of the music for it. In any case, here's a song by Voltaire titled Vampire Club. It's pretty funny and is a good example of the kind of stuff Voltaire normally does.

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[MagGnome]

I don't remember "The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy", but that song is fun. Thanks for posting the video. :)

[astranoir]

It's ok. You can tell us that she's waiting to build up her courage to face the enormous trouser snake you're carrying.

It's ok. I won't go home and cry. I'll be strong. Maybe I'll go eat some cashews or something.

Man, cashews are the BEST!

[Suave Peanut]

Man, cashews are the BEST!

The best? Are you sure you don't prefer... peanuts? :(

[MagGnome]

Ouch. Well better you find out now than after she moves to North Carolina. 0_o

[astranoir]

The best? Are you sure you don't prefer... peanuts? :(

Dude, you don't even like peanuts :p

Ouch. Well better you find out now than after she moves to North Carolina. 0_o

It may be too late to change that :D

[wyeast]

Ruh roh. :eek: *slowly steps back* :D

[Bone]

Just to be clear, cashews ARE the best... when pistachios aren't around!

[Ghostbear]

Just to be clear, cashews ARE the best... when pistachios aren't around!

This man speaks the truth.

[ShivaX]

Dude, you don't even like peanuts :p


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[fitbabits]

Just to be clear, cashews ARE the best... when pistachios aren't around!

This man speaks the truth.
I agree with these fine gentlemen.

[TheKeck]

Pistachios are great and all... but they're not fit to lick the boots of the mighty cashew. :p

[Zero]

Peanuts. Always peanuts. Roasted, honey roasted, Japanese-style. So delicious.

My daughter wearing my Angels hat:http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr213/egomez2814/263754_2225774089854_1412825499_32667863_1384275_n .jpg

[fitbabits]

Very cute, Zero! Now, your choice of nuts beggars belief!

[Suave Peanut]

:(

...okay.

[TheKeck]

:(

...okay.

Do you want to be eaten? :p

[Suave Peanut]

Do you want to be eaten? :p

I want to be loved, Keck.

[TheKeck]

I want to be loved, Keck.

Then you should have been a cashew!!

/sickburn

[Xerxes]

I'm a hazelnut or almond man myself. Sadly I probably consume more Cashews because they extremely common.

[wyeast]

http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/3629/p7270449.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/850/p7270449.jpg/)

[Zero]

Did Wyeast just out himself?

[MagGnome]

He's a filthy legume lover. GET HIM!

[wyeast]

Did Wyeast just out himself?

No, that was the other day when I was explaining to the posers that I keep the pistachios at home where my grubbing cow-orkers can't get to them. :P

If I was going to out myself, I would've included the bottle of bourbon in the pict...

... er, nevermind. I've said too much. :D

[TheKeck]

http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/3629/p7270449.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/850/p7270449.jpg/)

It's like some kind of weird dejavu. :)

[evilgoodwin]

It's like some kind of weird dejavu. :)

http://flexapic.com/g.ashx?id=7331

[wyeast]

http://img683.imageshack.us/img683/1729/p7270450.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/683/p7270450.jpg/)
Now, with more cowbell :D

[Sandman]

You are entering the vicinity of an area adjacent to a location. The kind of place where there might be a monster, or some kind of weird mirror. These are just examples; it could also be something much better. Prepare to enter: The Scary Door.

http://i.imgur.com/tKS9k.jpg

[resikel]

http://www.ieatrobots.com/images/screenshots/monitor.jpg

[fitbabits]

I can't believe you have CoG and EvAv open at the same time. Filthy two-timing bastard!

[wyeast]

Now that, is outting yourself. :eek:

Right now bootsie's furiously adding to the adminCP, an entry for a new infraction type.

"Two Timing Bastard"

:D

[TheKeck]

http://www.ieatrobots.com/images/screenshots/monitor.jpg

Still checking out evav, eh?

[Ghostbear]

What is that devil website on your other monitor?

[Zero]

So is the shaver there so you can trim up your pussy before you browse Evil Avatar? :p

[wyeast]

From dumb, to cute, to meme, to burning flames of loathing and shame... now recovery! :D I feel like we're going places, now! :)

[fitbabits]

Now that, is outting yourself. :eek:

Right now bootsie's furiously adding to the adminCP, an entry for a new infraction type.

"Two Timing Bastard"

:D
What a splendid idea! :)

Still checking out evav, eh?

What is that devil website on your other monitor?
Now that, gents, is getting the point across! Hopefully resikel's learned a lesson!

[fitbabits]

Also, a shaver in front of your monitors? I see no webcam on your primary monitor, which means it's most likely on your secondary. The one displaying EvAv. Putting two and two together here is terrifying!

[resikel]

I like opening old wounds so I can pour salt on them...sucka! I haven't logged in there since the great exodus. :)

And that groomer arrived yesterday. If you ever follow the "One thing you despised" thread, you will know what it's for - going to try it out today. :D

[fitbabits]

I like opening old wounds so I can pour salt on them...sucka! I haven't logged in there since the great exodus. :)

And that groomer arrived yesterday. If you ever follow the "One thing you despised" thread, you will know what it's for - going to try it out today. :D
Excuses, excuses... Just not good enough!

[Zero]

We have to go deeper! There's a box for Gamecube Bongos on the bottom right!

[resikel]

We have to go deeper! There's a box for Gamecube Bongos on the bottom right!

Exactly! Unfortunately, my Wii was stolen in a massive home robbery; they left my Xbox360 though.

I think I used my bongos only once. :(

[fitbabits]

We have to go deeper! There's a box for Gamecube Bongos on the bottom right!
What do you get if you cross EvAv, a personal groomer and Gamecube Bongos?

[wyeast]

Also, a shaver in front of your monitors? I see no webcam on your primary monitor, which means it's most likely on your secondary. The one displaying EvAv. Putting two and two together here is terrifying!

I have to admit, over the years of trolling in the electronic age, from irc to sexting, to skype and video chats, I don't think I've run across that many who kept a shaver handy by the monitors. :eek:

[resikel]

I have to admit, over the years of trolling in the electronic age, from irc to sexting, to skype and video chats, I don't think I've run across that many who kept a shaver handy by the monitors. :eek:

Did you not see my condoms and cashews picture?!?

But yes, I got the groomer in from Amazon yesterday and I opened the package at my desk and just placed it there temporary.

I stacked three Amazon boxes behind my desk. You can the top one, the one that the groomer came in, to the left of the Bongos and stacked DVDs.

Also, there's 2 WD 2TB external drives and my iPad2 charger behind my monitor.

That's a red cabinet that I got from Ikea in the background, too.

[Zero]

What do you get if you cross EvAv, a personal groomer and Gamecube Bongos?

A family vacation to Disney World?

[Squidbot]

A family vacation to Disney World?

I'm applauding in my head.

[SilentScreams]

Seeing EvAv again reminded me...as much as I love CoG and won't ever go back to that place, EvAv has a much nicer colour scheme. Sorry! :D

[Dorkandproudofit]

Seeing EvAv again reminded me...as much as I love CoG and won't ever go back to that place, EvAv has a much nicer colour scheme. Sorry! :D

BURN the heretic.

[fitbabits]

Seeing EvAv again reminded me...as much as I love CoG and won't ever go back to that place, EvAv has a much nicer colour scheme. Sorry! :D
We have three choices! THREE! Use the Immortal Machines one - it's what I use and it's very easy on the eyes.

[SilentScreams]

I've used the IM theme pretty much since the site was founded. It's definitely the best of the three, but seeing EvAv again reminded me how much I loved that theme.

[TheKeck]

Lights out is the bomb diggety.

[MagGnome]

Lights out and forty posts per page for life, yo!

[TheKeck]

FIFTY POSTS PER PAGE!

you mean I hope

[MagGnome]

Nope, 40 posts per page...you might not have heard of it.

I'm vintage like that. :cool:

[TheKeck]

Such a shame, living by the limitations of the past.

[wyeast]

Elitist douchebags! :mad: Why define yourself by a number?

:D

[Squidbot]

Seeing EvAv again reminded me...as much as I love CoG and won't ever go back to that place, EvAv has a much nicer colour scheme. Sorry! :D

Agree to disagree. EvAvs is much louder.

[Rock Bandit]

Your move CoG.

http://i55.tinypic.com/2mgs235.jpg

Don't worry, I put it in the PC section so no one over there will ever see it.

[Sandman]

You'd get banned for that over there. :)

[Xerxes]

The sig is the best part. And the location.

[Sandman]

First time I've been there in a while, it's a shame what they did to my sports forum.

[Suave Peanut]

I'm refreshing that thread, waiting for a banning and/or deletion. What a fun way to make an exit.

[Savok]

Ok, that's priceless.