My Life Kicks Ass and You Don’t Believe It. So Why Should You? (3915 hits)
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Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (View user info) at 2005-03-01 10:47:57 EST
I can see why people don't believe a word I say. First of all, I tell you that I go out on dates with different girls every weekend, and even on some weekdays. I tell you that my friends run clubs and beat the shit out of anyone that fucks with them. I tell you that I drive a sick sports car and I just bought a modest but comfortable condo and I'm dumping tons of money into it.
I tell you that while I'm on dates with chicks, that other girls grab me in bars and try to make out with me. It sounds so fucking ridiculous that you shouldn't believe me. Seriously, I don't believe half the shit comicbookguy says, but you really can never tell, so I take his word for it. I think there are certain people who are just blessed, and the people who aren't just can't imagine what it's like to be so. You don't think I have a girl sending me scantily clad pictures of herself? Fine, it does seem a little farfetched. I was nice enough to send her pictures back of me. And she likes them - or at least she told me so...
I'm fucking happy all of the time. Sure, the regular shit bothers me, like traffic jams and shitty bands like U2, but I'd have to say that 97% of the time you see me I'm in a great mood. I'm fucking sorry so many of you are miserable, but if you put in a little effort you can achieve happiness. I'm serious. So here's my guide to having a kick ass life.
First of all, my car makes me really happy. If driving is important to you, sell your car and get something you'll be happy with. If driving is not your thing, skip this section of my guide. But honestly, if you drive a Toyota Corolla yet you want a sports car, just fucking get one. MynameisTim did, and I'm sure he loves his life right now. I recommend the G35 or the Z. They are SO fucking sexy - my car is really the only girl I keep around.
I know that not everyone has 30 grand in the bank to get a decent sports car (or the income for such a loan). But you don't need that - I'd recommend a used Porsche if you have some side cash for repairs, and if not, look into buying an older model Japanese sports car, such as the Supra, RX-7, or 3000GT. Shit, even a '99 Eclipse GSX is a fun ride. You can get a nice used ride for like $15 grand and pay it off. Just stop driving your car if you hate it.
Secondly, dress better. You want to go out and have fun? You gotta look good doing it. Again, you'll yell at me because of the price of clothes... Well, I'll let you in on a little secret. You know those $200 Deisels, Paper Denims or Seven Jeans you've been lusting over? Marshall's buys out the seconds - jeans with unnoticeable imperfections - and sells them for $30-$50. Buy some fucking LaCoste and Le Tigre shirts too, they look sick and chicks love the little alligators and tigers and shit. Don't pop the collar unless you can really handle the look though, some kids just look stupid. In the summer, rock out linen pants and sandals to a beach bar with an open button-down dress shirt. You'll look like a million bucks. Ask your mom how you look before you go out if you still live with them. She's the most honest lady you know.
You know else helps when you go out? Confidence. How can you be confident? Well, if you love your life, then that really helps. But you can fake it even if your life sucks. Most club chicks are dumb, I was out last Friday and I whipped out my cell to show my buddy how funny it was that I got four missed calls all in a row from this one chick. I was basically being an asshole - a blatant arrogant prick showing my boy how insignificant this girl was. Some chick grabbed me in the middle of this performance and she just started hitting on me. If you think I'm lying, I don't give a fuck. But I'm trying to help you fuckers out. So anyway, about confidence: just have it. Learn it. If you see a girl that you want to talk to, you have to have it in your mind that SHE would be lucky talking to YOU. Get that mindset. Pick the hottest chick in the bar if you want - for the most part she's intimidating every other guy there, so no one is hitting on her. Talk to her. She shoots you down? Fine, fuck it, whatever. For the most part, when girls shoot you down it's barely noticeable to the rest of the crowd. Just keep the attitude that you're better than her and everyone else. Move on.
Having a nice TV actually really improves the quality of life. It sounds strange but I bought this Samsung DLP 32" widescreen, and I love it. I get home after work or the gym, throw the TV on a high def channel and absorb the beauty of nature caught digitally. Also, if you are lucky enough to have a girl back at your place, she will want to watch movies if you're smooth enough for it. She won't fuck you for your TV, but it's clutch if you have one. Own a good set of DVD's too from all genres. Girls love to watch movies with guys. You've got to have something she wants to see. And by the way, it's probably NOT The Matrix, Lord of the Rings, or Star Wars.
And for fuck's sake, go to the gym if you're not in shape. This will increase your confidence level but not only that; it's nice to enjoy what you see coming back from the mirror. Being active gives you higher energy levels throughout the day, so you'll perform better at work and in school. With the extra energy, if you want to go out on Thursday and you have work on Friday, you'll be able to do it. Plus, after working out for a bit you'll get bigger and maybe you can kick someone's ass that deserves it. That's always real fun too.
Many people are stuck in their careers, so I can't tell you how to enjoy your job more. I guess I just got lucky with that, my job is fulfilling, entertaining, easy hours for the most part, good vacation and benefits, and the pay ain't bad. If your job sucks all I can say is interview for something you may enjoy better, even if the pay isn't as good. If I were offered 25% more salary for a more stressful job, I wouldn't take it just yet, maybe in a couple years. That may fuck up how awesome my life is.
I mentioned living with parents before. My life kicked ass even in the eight months I spent living back home before getting my own place, but your life can still be great if you live with them. I just dated chicks with their own places for that brief span, and there was three occasions where I took a chick back to my parents' place and did her in the basement. You get caught? Big fucking deal, your dad will high five you and your mom may rant for a bit, but at least you got laid. And don't try to lie to a girl about whether or not you live with a parent - it just doesn't work. I told chicks straight up I was saving cash for a down payment on a home, and doing research to find a home, and that was good enough. Say the same thing if it's not true - girls will respect your ambition.
Ambition is also a great quality. You're not rich yet? Plan on being so. Fuck, I'm not rich but I've got my hand in enough shit that I'll be okay. Think big. Get an MBA. Plan to take over your CEO's job. Forget the past. Think about what you do have and what you plan on having later. And express this shit if it's already true. Got a budding relationship with a little lady? Tell her one day you'll shower her in diamonds in a house on the shore. Just make sure you let her know that she's going to be successful with you - if you marry a career girl her income will be just as important to make you rich. Don't take her ambition for granted.
Network. I know that not everyone is connected, so play to your level. Can't get into the best clubs without knowing someone? Go elsewhere. Make friends and I'll say it again: network! For example, a girl I know just started dating someone, and the guy was real friendly. I bumped into them at a small local joint. Turns out, he knows a bartender at one of the clubs that I love to go to, but I had no connections. You've heard me mention it before, it's called Posh and it's located in Garden City. I bought this kid John a drink, swapped business cards, and gave him a call last week before going to the club. He made a call for me, gave me another number, and BAM I was comped and on the list. I went to the bar, met the bartender who hooked me up, bought all my drinks from him and tipped him $60 (split with some friends) for an $80 tab, which would have been $140 before tip if I didn't know him. Ask FatTony about this kind of shit since he seems well versed. Now I have a connection there and anytime I want to get in free, all I do is make a call. He'll take care of me behind the bar as well. And it all came from the fact that I was nice to ONE GUY in a small local bar that knew someone. Keep your ears open - sometimes it's not just chicks you want to talk to at bars.
Be nice to people. Everywhere I mean. Get outside, walk around if it's sunny, smile and say hello to your neighbors and even random strangers if they make eye contact. Project positive energy onto others and see what effect it has on you. Call an old friend to catch up. It's little shit like that that will generally improve your state of mind. Call your fucking grandmother for no other reason than to say hi. Do shit with your family; take your cousins out to lunch. Having a great life comes full circle and it's more than about banging chicks and getting drunk, although that helps. Buy your friends drinks and don't worry if the cheap guy never buys you back. Just fucking do it: just live.
To put it simply, put a fucking smile on your face. When you hit the bars with your friends, don't go there to pick up chicks - of course that will be your true goal - but instead, really go there to enjoy life. Tell stories, joke around with your friends, and enjoy yourself. If nothing comes of it and you go home numberless or without a chick, don't worry about it. I used to get all pissed off about that shit years back. Once I started not caring, I got laid more, I got more numbers and I loved every minute of it.
I'm not mad at anyone for not believing what I say, and you can still click -2 and type "shenanigans." It doesn't affect me either way. I just happen to live a good life and I wish everyone could do the same. On the inside, I'm really a big fucking engineering dork who thinks Alessandro Volta was one of the greatest men to live - but on the outside, I'm a well-built well-groomed professional with a great taste for the nightlife scene. Any of you fuckers can pull this off - you've just got to get rid of your negative attitudes and live like the rest of us. Hey, I'm not the best-looking, smartest, richest or most popular guy out there - but in my head I am - and if you can convince yourself, you can convince anyone. You can learn a thing or two from Adamdidit2U, he's got a hot wife and he's fucking set. You've got girls like Tigerlilly and UrbaneMischief out there just ready to party and show you a good time, so take advantage of that shit! And don't give me that crap about how you're in high school and shit and people beat on you because you're smart and like D&D. I just talked to Bob and he says even his life kicks ass, and he's a real smart kid in high school. He's the man and he knows it. Anyone can do it.
Peace, I'm outta here - God bless you all on your quest for the good life.
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Submitted by Serious_Melvin (user info) at 2006-07-30 23:31:04 EDT (#)
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One of the all-time uber classics IMHO. Even endorsed by W. Hill.
Submitted by FREAKIN_SWEET (user info) at 2005-06-20 01:55:26 EDT (#)
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Submitted by MyNameIsTim (user info) at 2005-04-29 16:12:56 EDT (#)
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this was good.
Submitted by Wazza (user info) at 2005-04-20 03:02:02 EDT (#)
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You got the message man.Thats the only way to go.
It's called having a positive attitude dude.
Submitted by rad1101 (user info) at 2005-04-20 03:00:21 EDT (#)
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Sig Sauer P226 .40S&W is the way to go.
Submitted by The_Fan (user info) at 2005-04-20 02:24:07 EDT (#)
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That right there is a manifesto for guys. Every point is bang on the money.
Submitted by jpal (user info) at 2005-03-29 15:25:16 EST (#)
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Submitted by Freight_Train (user info) at 2005-03-26 01:56:23 EST (#)
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dont even get me started on this shit
Submitted by MyNameIsTim (user info) at 2005-03-06 23:39:46 EST (#)
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we say "clutch" in mass.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-05 15:22:37 EST (#)
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Submitted by Bizdorph (user info) at 2005-03-03 12:38:02 (#)
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She won't fuck you for your TV, but it's clutch if you have one.
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HOLY FUCK. I have never heard anyone outside of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario use that expression. Where are you from?
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The phrase clutch, I assume you mean? I'm from NY, but I've lived in Boston, CT, Colorado and spent a few months in Europe too. I pick up things from everywhere, sometimes a phrase just sounds good and a particular word can have sooo much more meaning.
My the way, I freaking took a couple travel days and come back to see this shit is number 2 most heated for days? WTF?
Submitted by Mario (user info) at 2005-03-05 12:49:07 EST (#)
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Read your post on living in the ghetto. 9mm is ok, but go with a .40 or .45. A shot from those will knock anyone on their ass, 9mm will just make a hole and go out the other side, with exception to a few choice types of ammo. I'd get the new Heckler and Koch, made with lightweight metal and double springs so the kick is tiny compared to a normal .45, you can shoot a tiny group. Learn how to use it, rehearse it until it is reflex, and then hope you never need to employ it. And no, I'm not some crazy NRA nut, I'm an army officer, infantry. If you do get one of those punks, go for the upper arms. Stomach is just mean and kneecaps or any other joint would just make them even more worthless than they already are. Personally, I would only shoot someone if they were trying to get in my house.
Submitted by aceyloulou (user info) at 2005-03-05 11:43:46 EST (#)
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I like your outlook. Whether you're actually like this or some loser who wishes he could be, it's still a great message.
Submitted by Mario (user info) at 2005-03-05 11:29:32 EST (#)
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Bout time someone said it, Gig. So true, respect.
Submitted by Silk (user info) at 2005-03-05 07:18:49 EST (#)
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meh
Sounds like a coke rant.
Oh, to be a fly on the wall when you wake up and fall into an alcoholic trailer park bus riding hell.
And you will.
Booya!
Submitted by boneface (user info) at 2005-03-05 04:16:21 EST (#)
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"And for fuck's sake, go to the gym if you're not in shape. This will increase your confidence level but not only that; it's nice to enjoy what you see coming back from the mirror. Being active gives you higher energy levels throughout the day, so you'll perform better at work and in school. With the extra energy, if you want to go out on Thursday and you have work on Friday, you'll be able to do it. Plus, after working out for a bit you'll get bigger and maybe you can kick someone's ass that deserves it. That's always real fun too."
Besides the fact that this is all true, this paragraph should apply to everyone.
And the grandma and cousins thing too.
Submitted by apollo88 (user info) at 2005-03-04 19:05:30 EST (#)
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don't get me wrong, it would be a minus two million for the bullshit and the society that perpetuates this bullshit.
Submitted by apollo88 (user info) at 2005-03-04 18:58:02 EST (#)
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actually i take that back.
not the sentiment but this was well written.
i forgot my rating principals for a moment.
Submitted by apollo88 (user info) at 2005-03-04 18:56:02 EST (#)
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how american
Submitted by Val (user info) at 2005-03-04 18:24:53 EST (#)
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Amen!
Submitted by EAZEDZT (user info) at 2005-03-04 18:03:31 EST (#)
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For saying that which needs to be said.
Submitted by corn_nugget (user info) at 2005-03-04 14:58:08 EST (#)
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Alright, i'm gonna backpedal...
Whatever makes you happy... Being happy is good.
(I was bitchy the other day, sorry)
Submitted by PeanutButterJellyTime (user info) at 2005-03-04 14:44:44 EST (#)
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WHY DO YOU ROCK?
Submitted by TheRocketeer (user info) at 2005-03-04 14:01:18 EST (#)
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If there's anyone out there who believes this, it's me.
Submitted by Kraven (user info) at 2005-03-04 11:06:24 EST (#)
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Post of the day i totally agree rock the fuck on....
Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-04 10:57:59 EST (#)
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I think I owe you a +2
Submitted by Worm (user info) at 2005-03-04 10:46:23 EST (#)
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You may have inspired me to come back to writing on Uber ( I mean actually writing, not little thoughts turned submissions). I couldn't stand the whole "I'm better than you because I'm popular here" shit. It's hard to come back to something that enjoys repeatedly shitting on itself, but this was a breath of fresh air and a boatload of truth.
Testify.
Werm
Submitted by Jay_Bassman (user info) at 2005-03-04 10:08:58 EST (#)
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Did any one else think the title read "My Wife Licks Ass" on first glance?
Submitted by RouteTwo (user info) at 2005-03-03 23:31:12 EST (#)
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um....is this supposed to be sarcastic? this is odd material for uber, but i'll go with it anyway.
Submitted by Revolutionman (user info) at 2005-03-03 21:20:13 EST (#)
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Good shit man, You spelt it out.
I used to work at subway, shittest place to work, I mean it. But after a couple months I was pro there, I had all the confidence in the world, I was the man at that place. And it showed, I was confident as hell there (apposed to other places)
Lets just say, if I werent so pussy outside of that place, id have gotten some with 2 good looking girls at least 4 years older then me.
Its basically, do what makes YOU feel good, buy what makes you feel good.
Submitted by InsoManiac (user info) at 2005-03-03 16:15:24 EST (#)
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OMFG YOU CHANGED MY LIFE LOL I <3 U 1.21!!!ROFL!!!111
Yeah, no seriously, you hit the nail on the head there man. People who disagree are obviously unhappy with their own sad, sad existences (existencii??)
Submitted by Bizdorph (user info) at 2005-03-03 12:38:02 EST (#)
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She won't fuck you for your TV, but it's clutch if you have one.
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HOLY FUCK. I have never heard anyone outside of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario use that expression. Where are you from?
Submitted by cuberat (user info) at 2005-03-03 11:32:42 EST (#)
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Preach it brother! Preach it!
Submitted by Auron (user info) at 2005-03-03 11:04:28 EST (#)
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This post is true to the world.
Confidence is 50% of all of it.
Submitted by munkeypants (user info) at 2005-03-03 10:34:12 EST (#)
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Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-02 15:23:50 (#)
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Fire in the Sky is a kickass flick.
that movie had me sleeping with one eye open for weeks.
Submitted by thorpe (user info) at 2005-03-03 07:32:18 EST (#)
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Some chick on the internet that I met on yahoo pool once started sending me nudie pictures of her...
But she was damned ugly.
I think she was from Texas.
Submitted by Jocko_Johnson (user info) at 2005-03-02 22:07:25 EST (#)
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I'd goto jail with you any time cowboy!
Submitted by antluvdog (user info) at 2005-03-02 21:51:29 EST (#)
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Shenanigans. You asked for it!
Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-02 21:29:19 EST (#)
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Well the alternative is reading it as a literal checklist for how to live life, which might come across as condescending
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Check and check. That's how I interpreted it at least. Knowing 1.21GW and after reading his comments I understand that may not have been his intentions, but that's how it came across.
Submitted by Demolocke (user info) at 2005-03-02 21:22:25 EST (#)
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Submitted by corn_nugget (user info) at 2005-03-02 21:17:52 (#)
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Read it as an example of one person's search for happiness and how he dismantled every artificial barrier to achieve it.
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ARE YOU KIDDING ME!? haha for the love of god.
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Well the alternative is reading it as a literal checklist for how to live life, which might come across as condescending.
Submitted by corn_nugget (user info) at 2005-03-02 21:17:52 EST (#)
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Read it as an example of one person's search for happiness and how he dismantled every artificial barrier to achieve it.
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ARE YOU KIDDING ME!? haha for the love of god.
I hope that this is just one of those things where people seem different on the internet... I hope that you are a cool motherfucker, and we can drink beers and yagers (sp?) all night, gig.
Submitted by chicagogirl (user info) at 2005-03-02 20:58:25 EST (#)
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Envenom, No at a different company. I HATE MY CURRENT COMPANY AND JOB!
I feel like the world was lifted off my back. AHHHHHHHHHHH!
Submitted by Demolocke (user info) at 2005-03-02 20:37:23 EST (#)
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This is a really good post. I don't think you're supposed to read it detail for detail, in hopes of one day becoming a mini-gigawatt (I hope this is obvious). Read it as an example of one person's search for happiness and how he dismantled every artificial barrier to achieve it.
Submitted by spedmonkey (user info) at 2005-03-02 20:19:11 EST (#)
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My life sucked for a while, because frankly, school and shit stressed me out to no end. Now that I've been accepted into a bunch of colleges and I just have to not fail classes, I've been feeling a lot better all around, and the rest of my life has improved a lot, too. It's funny how true this post actually is.
Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-02 20:09:48 EST (#)
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Submitted by chicagogirl (user info) at 2005-03-02 20:07:21 (#)
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My life kicks ass today. I have been miserable in my position managing a tech support desk. I would have taken a pay cut to get the hell out. Well offered a position as a Project Manager with 10k more offered up front. I am very happy. So very happy.
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I once got "promoted" from managing tech support to project manager, but it was a lateral move. :(
Submitted by chicagogirl (user info) at 2005-03-02 20:08:29 EST (#)
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oh yea, i accepted the offer.
Submitted by chicagogirl (user info) at 2005-03-02 20:07:21 EST (#)
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My life kicks ass today. I have been miserable in my position managing a tech support desk. I would have taken a pay cut to get the hell out. Well offered a position as a Project Manager with 10k more offered up front. I am very happy. So very happy.
Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-02 19:50:55 EST (#)
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Submitted by espo (user info) at 2005-03-02 19:29:59 (#)
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people who don't like the post suck at life. there's a lot of good advice here
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Bah, I love life, and like 1.21GWts I'm usually in a good mood, but has nothing to do with buying a sports car or working out. To each his own.
Submitted by espo (user info) at 2005-03-02 19:29:59 EST (#)
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people who don't like the post suck at life. there's a lot of good advice here. you were right when you send just do what makes you happy...sadly, some people are only happy when they're miserable.
Submitted by cowstastegood (user info) at 2005-03-02 19:13:21 EST (#)
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thinning temples - I agree with shortening the commute. I used to take the Northern Line every single fucking day. It nearly killed me.
I'm not into cars... don't give a rat's ass about them. But you should be confident and happy in what you do. 1.21 - your scene isn't(wasn't) mine at all. I'm just shy of 30 now and I'm engaged, so I'm not really doing this type of stuff any more. But I do see your point.
If you like cars - have a nice car. If you like clubs and being noticed, talk to the doorman, dress well, work out.
If you like dumb club chicks - you're set.
In my 20's I did similar things - but with different values and tastes. I liked to go out - I liked to meet people. I'd talk to anyone.
Instead of a car - I bought CD's because I was a music junkie. I'd listen to them on the train on my way to work. Instead of clubs, I went to see indie bands play. I didn't dress "well" but I sure as hell dressed appropriate to my crowd.
And it all worked out for me in the end too. And the people I networked with/met/hung out with didn't care about cologne or polo shirts. But they were interested in the books I read, current events, politics. They weren't any better or worse than 1.21's crowd - same principles with different details. He's right - smile, visit your family, be nice to people.
Submitted by corn_nugget (user info) at 2005-03-02 18:20:49 EST (#)
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This is why it seems like it's about the IMAGE (all direct quotes from this post, with my comments in parenthesis):
You gotta LOOK good doing it.
they LOOK sick and CHICKS LOVE THE LITTLE ALIGATORS AND TIGERS AND SHIT. Don't pop the collar unless you can really handle the LOOK though, some kids just LOOK stupid.
You'll LOOK like a million bucks.
Plus, after working out for a bit you'll get bigger and maybe you can kick someone's ass that deserves it. That's always real fun too.
Say the same thing if it's not true - girls will respect your ambition.
You can learn a thing or two from Adamdidit2U, he's got a hot wife and he's fucking set. (he's set because he has a hot wife?)
I'm really a big fucking engineering dork who thinks Alessandro Volta was one of the greatest men to live - but on the outside, I'm a well-built well-groomed professional with a great taste for the nightlife scene. (wouldn't you like to find someone who shares your interests and respects you for whats on the inside? Why have an "inside" and an "outside"? Isn't it easier and more rewarding to be yourself?
...I was basically being an asshole - a blatant arrogant prick showing my boy how insignificant this girl was. (Why would you want to do that? Ever take a second to think about the girl?)
Submitted by screamfeeder (user info) at 2005-03-02 18:16:41 EST (#)
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Gig,
You're a nice dude, and you mention that this is all just a suggestion. To me this looks more like machismo bravado. Keep in mind here that you went off about being confident and speaking your mind and just "going for it". That is all I am doing here ace, so don't fly off the handle or beat me to death in Vegas. You and I are complete opposites and that is plain to see. So I am just giving my 2 cents on your ideas.
I am also happy 24/7. I smile and crack jokes and never let shit keep me down. My clothes, car, TV (or lack thereof), cologne, hairstyle, cell phone, body fat %, bank account, or pinkie ring have piss-all to do with it.
You could have taken out about 10 of those paragraphs in the middle and got a high-five and three +2's from me. But when someone feels the need to ramble on and on for 10 paragraphs about physical objects that define their lifestyle, I have to cringe just a tad.
You said in your replies that all that material shit was "to make you happy" and fuck off to anyone that wanted to judge you for that or think it was for others.
"Buy some fucking LaCoste and Le Tigre shirts too, they look sick and chicks love the little alligators and tigers and shit."
"She won't fuck you for your TV, but its clutch if you have one"
Backpedaling doesn't do much for your confidence. Next time I would advise saying, "Chicks dig my phat shit." and stick with the party line. Of course that is just this one mans advice and not to be taken seriously. Or maybe you just meant it in a different way and interweb medium caused me to misinterpret it. Either way, those clothes, car, TV and MBA may be just for you, but at the same time there are there to help you get laid.
"If you see a girl that you want to talk to, you have to have it in your mind that SHE would be lucky talking to YOU. Get that mindset."
I heard a frat boy tell me this in a bar, right before he was thrown out for puking on a girl. Now I am in no way shape or form, even getting CLOSE to HINTING at the fact that you would EVER do anything remotely CLOSE to anything even resembling that, but you get my point. Most club girls may love a strong confident man, but in your own words, "Most club chicks are dumb"
Ok I am done with that part. I like you Gig and I'm going to buy you a drink for being an arrogant prick to you, but you know what being an arrogant prick is all about, so maybe we are not all that different. Plus you are absolutely right about the whole being nice to people and keeping a smile on your face.
I would just like to give my own quick advice to people out there whose life dreams are not to grow up and be John Milton (Al Pacino) in Devils Advocate.
In the words of Chuck Palahniuk;
"You are not your job...you are not how much money you have in the bank...not the car you drive...not the contents of your wallet. You are not your fucking khakis."
*Screamy is prepared for impending shit storm of hate about to be thrown his way*
Submitted by nitty34 (user info) at 2005-03-02 17:49:59 EST (#)
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This should be printed out and put up on everyone's bathroom wall - right beside the mirror.
Read it daily.
Your life WILL improve.
Possibly the best thing I've read on here.
Submitted by BrittInToledo (user info) at 2005-03-02 17:40:59 EST (#)
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Good pointers, but it's also much, much more than image. I also hope you're doing this to help and not to boast.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 17:14:02 EST (#)
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And I'm sick of this "image" bullshit.
The only indication of "image" in this whole post is that I talked about dressing well. The truth is, I really do like to dress well. Again, how many times to I have to say it, I don't care what other people think - that's the opposite of "image". I do what makes me happy.
The car is not an "image" thing either. It's also for me.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 17:08:17 EST (#)
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Corn_nugget, you'll see how real I am in Vegas.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 17:07:06 EST (#)
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Are you missing something? Well, this is an overexaggerated post - not a parody or satire at all - but a flamboyant explanation of what makes my life so great. It's not a rule book or the only way to do things, but it works for me.
I just see a lot of bitterness on this site while I always seem to be in a good mood. I thought about what it was that made me that way, and I wrote it down. Because I'm arrogant, it comes off as if this is the only way to live, but that's not true at all. It's just a suggestion.
Submitted by corn_nugget (user info) at 2005-03-02 17:04:43 EST (#)
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MY OPINION is that to be happy with life, you have to be yourself. Sounds to me like you put a lot into your IMAGE, and trying to project something that may or may not be true- which is what you encourage others to do... "If you're not really saving for a house- lie. They like ambition".
The one thing you're right about- confidence is good, and in my experience, it's the people who don't showboat who have the most confidence. The people who have to talk about it and flaunt what they look like and what they have are usually out to prove something, either to the world, or to themselves.
Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-02 16:04:49 EST (#)
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No, I suppose not, but most of it is for entertainment purposes. (Which of course is all subjective as to what you find entertaining) This just screams "You too can be just like me!" Am I missing something?
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 15:50:31 EST (#)
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Is anything on here REALLY necessary?
Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-02 15:23:50 EST (#)
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Fire in the Sky is a kickass flick.
Submitted by Envenom (user info) at 2005-03-02 15:23:16 EST (#)
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I won't -2 you out of respect, but this is seriously the gayest thing I've ever read. Was this really necessary?
Submitted by JonnyX (user info) at 2005-03-02 15:16:09 EST (#)
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Also, you know else helps? Being white. Don't have the melanin? It's all in your head, baby!
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 14:56:49 EST (#)
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"Fire in the Sky" didn't affect me too much, the only thing that really freaked me out was when the guy was on the alien space ship and they were dragging him through that tunnel thing, and he was cocooned in that gross shit.
I'm only scared by imagery - the ever growing trend of awkwardly moving, putrid faced, freakish little girl and boy ghosts really fucking gets to me. The Ring damn near gave me a heart attack, like an idiot I watched that one by myself in a dark room all alone at 2AM. At least I saw The Grudge with a chick - although I think it made me look like a pussy.
Submitted by calbearspolo (user info) at 2005-03-02 14:47:50 EST (#)
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I guess there's a little 1.21 in all of us.
That Grudge sound where the ghost thing shows up isn't even scary. It's like the sound you used to make with your friends with your mouth wide open and exhaling really slowly. Go see "Fire in the Sky" the Travis Walton story. Now THERE is scary!
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 14:07:37 EST (#)
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Cryopaul: make a post about how many chicks you lay on Monday.
Submitted by Cryopaul (user info) at 2005-03-02 13:47:00 EST (#)
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I think I'll take your advice this weekend. My life's not bad or anything, but I wonder if I can get it to sound as great as yours. I'll let you know how it goes.
Submitted by peckerhead (user info) at 2005-03-02 13:37:12 EST (#)
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+1 for a basically positive post. There's a little too much hate flying around lately so this post balances some of that out. Also, Bart makes excellent points regarding material things and why not to get too attached to them. Be positive and upbeat in general - but have no illusions; Your happiness will alternate with sadness like night follows day. Things work in cycles. I'm glad you are a happy guy.
Submitted by munkeypants (user info) at 2005-03-02 13:02:32 EST (#)
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Submitted by tinactin (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:34:58 (#)
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Fair enough, but I think people can "love life" in many ways. Perhaps I'm disenchanted by the circles you travel in, and I prefer to spend all of my free moments putting on an extra pair of socks and ski-sliding across my hardwood floors. Which is better? It's all subjective.
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HAHAHAHAHAHA
Submitted by mystiamoon (user info) at 2005-03-02 12:53:53 EST (#)
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UGH....
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:54:36 EST (#)
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Submitted by Dannie (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:36:07 (#)
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I like that you're happy. That's great.
I like that you have a formula for that happiness.
I'm completely put off by the attitude that those not taking your advice on how to live must be miserable and pathetic.
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Not what I'm saying either. There are people commenting on this post saying shit like "yeah well I'm rich and have an awesome car and I'm miserable so fuck you..."
I'm also being misread as materialistic and chauvenistic towards women, those who know me also know this isn't true. I'm an egotist, so it only "appears" as if I'm being an asshole when I say what I say. All I'm trying to convey is that if you're miserable and you hate me for it, perhaps you should try my formulaic approach. Tinactin says that sliding across a waxed wood floor makes him happy - so he needs no advice - and perhaps you're happy so you don't either.
But just in case your life sucked and you wanted to know how I did it? Read this and take from it what you want. It's almost lunchtime and I'm looking forward to a warm bowl of clam chowder. Now that shit makes me happy.
Submitted by hairycoo (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:48:22 EST (#)
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Submitted by tinactin (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:34:58 (#)
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Fair enough, but I think people can "love life" in many ways. Perhaps I'm disenchanted by the circles you travel in, and I prefer to spend all of my free moments putting on an extra pair of socks and ski-sliding across my hardwood floors. Which is better? It's all subjective.
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Yes! Theres actually a rule in my house that all new guests must do a running sprint slide with my super-slidey socks on. The record is over 7 metres! That over 300 feet for you muppets.
Submitted by Dannie (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:36:07 EST (#)
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I like that you're happy. That's great.
I like that you have a formula for that happiness.
I'm completely put off by the attitude that those not taking your advice on how to live must be miserable and pathetic.
Submitted by tinactin (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:34:58 EST (#)
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Fair enough, but I think people can "love life" in many ways. Perhaps I'm disenchanted by the circles you travel in, and I prefer to spend all of my free moments putting on an extra pair of socks and ski-sliding across my hardwood floors. Which is better? It's all subjective.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:28:07 EST (#)
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Submitted by tinactin (user info) at 2005-03-02 10:58:07 (#)
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I cant believe I misspelled you're
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HAHA! Tinactin made a mistake!
I think this post is hella funny and entertaining. I keep going back and reading all the stupid shit and laughing, because it's funny because it's soooo true. Heh, maybe I'm the only one whose laughing but hey, what else is there?
If you're a landscaper, a "how to" post to mowing your lawn might be quite entertaining and informative. Just like if you love life, a "how to" post may help a depressed suicidal person change his ways. I'm just waiting for someone to take my advice and thank me later for giving them a kick-ass life.
Submitted by Jungle_Jimanee (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:27:00 EST (#)
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One thing I do have is women hitting on me, unfortunatly I can't cheat on my girlfriend, but the watching is fine.
Submitted by Jungle_Jimanee (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:25:07 EST (#)
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And another one because you have succeeded where I have failed (my networking is shit and I don't follow up on my confidence).
Then again it does help to have money.
Submitted by Jungle_Jimanee (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:23:08 EST (#)
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And again just because it is ace.
Submitted by Jungle_Jimanee (user info) at 2005-03-02 11:22:46 EST (#)
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Brilliant!
Submitted by tinactin (user info) at 2005-03-02 10:58:07 EST (#)
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I cant believe I misspelled you're
Submitted by tinactin (user info) at 2005-03-02 10:51:40 EST (#)
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You know, I like you and your posts generally, but come on, what the hell is this? Im glad your happy, but happiness can be attained in many ways. I mean, some or all of this may be true, but that doesnt mean it makes for an interesting post. I could write a post on how to properly maintain my yard, but who the hell cares?
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 10:38:11 EST (#)
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True, the key to getting women has less to do with materialism and more to do with attitude; confidence, ambition, etc. In my personal experience, there are some material possessions that improve the quality of my life to make me happier, such as my car, TV and clothes, but they don't exactly land me any women. It's all part of a total package.
Submitted by thaumaturge (user info) at 2005-03-02 10:33:31 EST (#)
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I agree with you in so many ways. Except of course for the "cool stuff" theory. I buy almost nothing, but I am active and I have a good job. I enjoy music and friends. Fishing trips with an auger; all that stuff.
Postive attitude, confidence and ambition are where you could have stopped. These characterisitics will land you all the females you can handle. If you want to be truly happy with a chick, throw the superficiality out the window and talk to the hot little wallflower that her friends dragged out.
Submitted by Hadooken (user info) at 2005-03-02 09:15:50 EST (#)
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love is such a strong word.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 09:05:00 EST (#)
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Pentameter -
I love Circe, I love what she writes and I completely respect her. Just because she and I negative two'd each other doesn't change anything. If she ever came to the states and I got a chance to meet her, I'd treat her like family.
"You can please some of the people all of the time, all of the people some of the time, but never all of the people all of the time."
And Circe, I gotcha, it's all good. I love everybody. Perhaps that's the key to happiness?
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 09:00:48 EST (#)
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Submitted by Hadooken (user info) at 2005-03-02 08:55:33 (#)
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get over yourself.
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C'mon, Hadooken, you know you love me.
Submitted by Pentameter (user info) at 2005-03-02 09:00:08 EST (#)
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Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 08:39:56 (#)
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Submitted by Circe (user info) at 2005-03-02 07:05:23 (#)
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You inspired me. http://www.ubersite.com/m/61001
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It's like Puff Daddy said, "Jealousy and envy will get you nowhere."
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I don't think Circe is jealous or envious.
I just think she wrote a parody and ran with what she felt was the thought process behind this. I don't see what all the fuss is about.
Submitted by Hadooken (user info) at 2005-03-02 08:55:33 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
get over yourself.
Submitted by Circe (user info) at 2005-03-02 08:52:17 EST (#)
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Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 08:39:56 (#)
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Submitted by Circe (user info) at 2005-03-02 07:05:23 (#)
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You inspired me. http://www.ubersite.com/m/61001
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It's like Puff Daddy said, "Jealousy and envy will get you nowhere."
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Oh, dude, no. Why the everloving fuck would I envy you? I've done my raindance, baby. I'm finished, I'm settled, I'm happy. If I were still, at my age, doing what you do I'd blow my fucking brains out, sincerely.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 08:41:22 EST (#)
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Oh and Williamson, if you went out with me you'd fucking love it. You'd have the time of your life and you'd be fucking begging me to get you laid again. Unfortunately you're 16 years old and there's just no hope for you anyway.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-02 08:39:56 EST (#)
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Submitted by Circe (user info) at 2005-03-02 07:05:23 (#)
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You inspired me. http://www.ubersite.com/m/61001
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It's like Puff Daddy said, "Jealousy and envy will get you nowhere."
Submitted by Ed_0150 (user info) at 2005-03-02 07:38:04 EST (#)
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Damm right.
Submitted by Circe (user info) at 2005-03-02 07:05:23 EST (#)
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You inspired me. http://www.ubersite.com/m/61001
Submitted by williamson (user info) at 2005-03-02 07:02:55 EST (#)
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Believe it or not, you aren't a modest man. Nor are you an honourable one. Nor are you a man I'd enjoy company with.
Not all of us may be as shallow, i mean "happy" as you, but damnit we're content.
Submitted by thinning_temples (user info) at 2005-03-02 06:55:43 EST (#)
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I disagree with the car and TV stuff, tho' that may be personal taste. Any happiness you experience from material stuff like cars or TVs will usually fade over time (sociologists call the process 'habituation').
I read that one of the most enduring, effective ways of making yourself happy is to reduce your daily commute. Speaking for myself, this is absolutely true. In London I used to slog an hour plus each way in horrendous conditions (Northern line, anyone?). Now it's down to ten minutes or less and I appreciate that every single day.
Submitted by thinning_temples (user info) at 2005-03-02 06:44:11 EST (#)
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Annoyingly, there's some good advice in here.
Submitted by hairycoo (user info) at 2005-03-02 05:04:52 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
"Buy some fucking LaCoste and Le Tigre shirts too, they look sick and chicks love the little alligators and tigers and shit. Don't pop the collar unless you can really handle the look though, some kids just look stupid. In the summer, rock out linen pants and sandals to a beach bar with an open button-down dress shirt"
I'm speechless, typeless or whatever.
This is the only part of this I agree with - "Most club chicks are dumb" If this is the type of woman that you're trying to attract then I suppose you're going to have to keep consuming the way you do. Perhaps you should find some other form of happiness though - consider it an insurance policy for a time when you're no longer able to succeed in these shallow circles. it may provide a softer landing for the fall.
Submitted by rad1101 (user info) at 2005-03-02 03:33:38 EST (#)
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yes
Submitted by bart (user info) at 2005-03-02 03:01:51 EST (#)
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Scratch the material posessions parts - the TV and the car. They may bring you short term rewards, but attachment to things will only destroy your soul in the long run.
Submitted by Anansie (user info) at 2005-03-01 23:11:34 EST (#)
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Submitted by BongZilla (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:44:38 (#)
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The two cologne's a guy can never go wrong with: Eternity and Aqui Di Gio. I wear Aqui every fucking day. I usually get compliments from chicks 5 times week just sitting in class or in bars asking me if Im wearing Aqui Di Gio, and it's always followed up by "That's one of my favorites." It's fucking money. 1.21, I believe you, you write with confidence and I can respect that. I plan on buyinf a G35 Couple 6-spd within the next year. Charcoal with navi. Motherfucking money. +2 cause it is about confidence. Now if you will all excuse, I have "Crunkfest 2k5" to attend today. Which basically means me and my friends are going to go to the strip at 4 in the afternoon and get shithoused. but ill be wearing Aqui Di Gio.
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MMMM... Aqui Di Gio makes me want to have hardcore, up against the wall ... uh, sheetrock.
Wait, what?
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To the poster:
While I agree with the portion of your post addressing confidence and one's relationship with family, to me, you come off as yuppie player scum. Although this is probably not the case, I got this impression from your description of your style of dress and your apparent assumption that all men in their twenties will find fullfillment from going to bars and clubs and taking girls home with them. Thank heaven I found someone a little more spiritually, mentally, and emotionally mature. No offence, really. More power to you, but this definitely isn't enough for a great deal of people. Kudos to you for being happy with your life.
Well written, gets a +1.
Submitted by Vanni_Fresco (user info) at 2005-03-01 22:49:16 EST (#)
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I didn't read any of that shit, but I saw Le Tigre, so you get a +2.
Submitted by Dustbrother (user info) at 2005-03-01 22:31:46 EST (#)
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Here, here.
Submitted by comicbookguy (user info) at 2005-03-01 22:23:31 EST (#)
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don't hate the player, hate the game
Submitted by UrbaneMischief (user info) at 2005-03-01 19:10:45 EST (#)
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"And by the way, it's probably NOT The Matrix, Lord of the Rings, or Star Wars. "
excuse me... i fucking LOVE the Star Wars trilogy and LOTR's. The sequels to the Matrix ruined the first for me though. Now it makes me sick. I'm also a massive dork who likes to sit around and read, play hockey and play xbox... so don't use me as your model for what women like, most people say i should've been born a guy because i seem to be missing the girly gene
"In the summer, rock out linen pants and sandals to a beach bar with an open button-down dress shirt."
oh my god you're a fucking PREP!
"You've got girls like Tigerlilly and UrbaneMischief out there just ready to party and show you a good time, so take advantage of that shit!"
okay, now that was just a ploy to flatter us and make us show you a good time....
....it worked
+2 because you really are an awesome guy... but still a cocky little bastard at the same time
but i hate you because you took my spot on the Most Heated list
Submitted by Smurfs (user info) at 2005-03-01 18:21:38 EST (#)
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shit meant to +2 this, my bad.
Submitted by Smurfs (user info) at 2005-03-01 18:21:25 EST (#)
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Agree, don't know why you felt the need to defend yourself though.
My addition? Smile.
No one smiles anymore.
Submitted by BongZilla (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:45:05 EST (#)
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err Coupe. not couple. my bad
Submitted by BongZilla (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:44:38 EST (#)
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The two cologne's a guy can never go wrong with: Eternity and Aqui Di Gio. I wear Aqui every fucking day. I usually get compliments from chicks 5 times week just sitting in class or in bars asking me if Im wearing Aqui Di Gio, and it's always followed up by "That's one of my favorites." It's fucking money. 1.21, I believe you, you write with confidence and I can respect that. I plan on buyinf a G35 Couple 6-spd within the next year. Charcoal with navi. Motherfucking money. +2 cause it is about confidence. Now if you will all excuse, I have "Crunkfest 2k5" to attend today. Which basically means me and my friends are going to go to the strip at 4 in the afternoon and get shithoused. but ill be wearing Aqui Di Gio.
Submitted by AlwaysAnEagle (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:37:10 EST (#)
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"Girls love to watch movies with guys. You've got to have something she wants to see. And by the way, it's probably NOT The Matrix, Lord of the Rings, or Star Wars."
Heh. I like all of those movies.
Anyway, plus two for confidence.
Submitted by Girlwithaclue (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:24:24 EST (#)
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I fully agree with what you said. If you go thru life looking for unhappiness you are going to find it. If you go thru life lokking for happiness you are going to live it. People just don't understand people that exude confidence. The sad thing is that everyone has the possibility of a great life, but most people would rather complain that there life is bad. If more people looked at the glass as half full instead of half empty, there would be alot more happy people.
One thing that really bothers me about people is that they are often stuck in there own reality. If they would just reach out and say "hi" to someone or smile at the crazy lady on the corner, the world would be a much better place to live in. Most people just walk down the street with their heads down as to not attract attention to thereself.
Look up everybody and see what the world has to offer. You'll never regret that you did!!
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:17:38 EST (#)
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Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:04:41 (#)
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I just hope you don't pour on the "Polo", in combination with those Dago sweaters.
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Ugh! Polo is a terrible Cologne - I'm onto a great one though: Intuition for Men by Estee Lauder. It's great. I also rock out DKNY:men and, a little classic and cheap secret is Curve Men. You've got to use cologne in moderation though. You don't want someone to be able to smell you from a comfortable distance - only when she gets a little closer should it be apparent.
I should write for one of those men's mags, like GQ or Esquire.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-03-01 17:04:41 EST (#)
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I just hope you don't pour on the "Polo", in combination with those Dago sweaters.
Submitted by Lechuga (user info) at 2005-03-01 16:58:57 EST (#)
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I never believe anything you say, ever.
I am bitter and Jealous of your fake lifestyle.
Shenanigans. I hate you.
(clearly I'm kidding)
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 16:36:08 EST (#)
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This was not supposed to make most heated.
Submitted by munkeypants (user info) at 2005-03-01 16:31:13 EST (#)
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A bit shallow and condescending but you have a few good points.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:59:21 EST (#)
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epiphany - I do care about how other's feel about themselves, not particularly me. The reason why I look like a psycho when walking down a city street is because I'm saying hi to strangers and just being friendly, so this post is sort of like a friendly hello.
fartman - I'll make an exception for you, shit my grandfather was a pimp after '88 when my grandmother passed - and he was like 70!
Submitted by epiphany (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:49:12 EST (#)
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If you didn't care, this post wouldn't exist. In any case, aside from the metrosexual dressing and kissing peoples' asses to get into shitty clubs, I've got the rest of what you described and I'm content as hell. Good work.
Submitted by Fartman (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:44:04 EST (#)
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Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:07:50 (#)
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Ah true, it's hard to live by these rules if your married and have kids and shit - so here is an additional disclaimer: This post is for single men in their twenties.
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Discrimination! How darest thou?
Submitted by Wiggles (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:40:51 EST (#)
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It takes different strokes for different folks, but I think it's possible for everyone to lead a happy life without a fancy car and fancy clothes.
You had a few good things to say, though, so have a +1.
Submitted by FelizJbirth (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:29:48 EST (#)
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I'm a single guy in my twenties and although everything you say is basically true, it's just too much work. I could save money on buying clothes to impress people, on paying too much money to get into a bar that charges too much for drinks, take public transportation and simply wear bedsheets, buy my liquor bulk to drink at home and masturbate to free porn.
Seriously though, you do raise some good points for anyone that is desperately pursuing such a scene, of which I'm sure there are many, and going about it in the wrong way. Regardless of whether you're trying to pick up girls or simply get through life without crying yourself to sleep you need confidence and I think that was one of your main points. Obviously most males are more interested in how it will help them sexually, but I think that with confidence, the rest should follow.
Submitted by Adamdidit2u (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:27:48 EST (#)
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I was hoping to see the reply
"Don't hate the player, hate the game"
Submitted by TheSpook (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:18:50 EST (#)
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This is some good shit right here.
Submitted by ess-arr (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:10:54 EST (#)
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I'm everything there, except the money...
WOOOOOOO LIfe!
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 15:07:50 EST (#)
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Ah true, it's hard to live by these rules if your married and have kids and shit - so here is an additional disclaimer: This post is for single men in their twenties.
Submitted by jumpinjellyfish (user info) at 2005-03-01 14:59:26 EST (#)
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I don't do any of this shit and I'm happy.
Of course, I'm old and married.
For the record, if I were single and young I'd take your advice.
Oh, I lied...I do go to the gym!
Submitted by RyuFu (user info) at 2005-03-01 14:12:46 EST (#)
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And in case anyone wonders, I was kidding. The one time I met him, he exuded all that..."confidence," people call it. To the apathetic and mock-surly (like myself), it's refreshing.
Submitted by Demolocke (user info) at 2005-03-01 14:07:35 EST (#)
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BOOM SHAKALAKA! The announcer would say that every so often in NBA Jam.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 14:07:07 EST (#)
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Me shallow? Nah, you must be crazy.
This post has little or nothing to do with how I view women (hence shallowness).
You think I drive my car to get chicks? Fuck that - I drive it because it makes my commute fun. It's a pleasure to cruise around in in any conditions.
You think I dress like this to be a prick or to show off? No fucking way - I enjoy looking good, it makes me feel better.
You think I work out for vanity? Perhaps, but I like the way I look.
You think I own an expensive TV to impress people? Shit no. I want to experience the best in entertainment.
Nothing in here is shallow - it's all on the real. If I date and hook-up with shallow chicks - who gives a shit? Honestly, like I said before, it's all about having fun.
Fuck being shallow - there's nothing in here to state that. If you're going to go through life all pissed off and angry, hey that's fine with me. But trust me, if you loosen up and have some and take life with a grain of salt, you'll die much happier.
And shit, if you disagree with the fact that you should be nice to people, spend time with your friends and family, and put a fucking smile on your face - then you need to have your goddamn head examined.
Submitted by RyuFu (user info) at 2005-03-01 13:42:38 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Fuck you, shenanigans.
Submitted by Fartman (user info) at 2005-03-01 13:14:54 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Rite on brotha. I've always believed that there are basically two kinds of people in this world:
1. Those that enjoy life.
2. Those that suffer through it.
I also count myself among the former. Good day.
Submitted by FilthyAssistant (user info) at 2005-03-01 13:12:58 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
Heheheh. I can't speak for anyone else dude, but I don't believe I ever doubted your lifestyle - I just think you come across as almost unfeasibly shallow and therefore quite boring. I mean, seriously, let's just pull one random quote out of this thing:
"Having a nice TV actually really improves the quality of life."
Actually, no, there are so many gems here that I can't settle for just one..
"Say the same thing if it's not true - girls will respect your ambition."
"Keep your ears open - sometimes it's not just chicks you want to talk to at bars."
"When you hit the bars with your friends, don't go there to pick up chicks - of course that will be your true goal"
But that's fair enough - you say you're happy, so rock on. I'm just staggered that the women you meet can bring themselves to tolerate this level of tedium. Next time you go to the club, you might want to check if there's a lobotomy unit stationed next door...
Submitted by Soul-Fly (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:54:42 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I feel really bad doing this, because I like 1.2GW, but this post is fucking ridiculous!
As SOON as I started to read it I thought to myself... "This sounds like a SHLONGY piece of shit post"
Then this review....'
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-03-01 10:55:49 (#)
Ranking: 2
Amen to that, my brotha.
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Need I say more ??
Don't turn into this guy, NOBODY likes this guy in real life, trust me.
All I can say is .. "WOW" and I hope this was sarcasm ?
Jesus do you sound shallow.
Submitted by Davros (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:50:37 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Ok this review may be long.
Doug, I have met you and seen you in action, so I don't call shenanigans on you, because I can see how you work, with very little effort and great results.
I think that this may be one of your best posts because it is true.
Confidence (which I saw as the main point of this post) is a wonderful thing, but I can understand the hostility. I don't have that level of self-belief and I guess that many others here don't either. I don't worry about it too much as it is growing, slowly. What I am saying is (I Guess) that 5/6 years ago I wouldn't have dreamed of travelling to the USA to meet a group of strangers, but now I did, had a great time and met some amazing people who I would dearly love to see again.
There were a couple of things I disagreed with, but that was mainly from a cultural perspective.
Cars and Gyms.
They are from my personal perspective, but I still find that I agree with you in the main points of this arguement.
I always enjoy reading your adventures, even if part of me feels jealous.
Keep loving life.
-Dave
Submitted by BludKake (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:38:51 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Ahhh, the 20s, prime of life. Lovin' it, bitches.
Submitted by WillZone (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:31:57 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
a little too preachy.
Submitted by Imessedup (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:28:03 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Indeed
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:25:21 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
People tend to be extremely jealous of happy people.
Case in point: 68.4% of the people responding to this in this dump.
Submitted by the_lone_stranger (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:19:07 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I know what my posts are about. They are not about meaningless hookups and sports cars They are not about being the most shallow person possible just to get ahead in life.
I read this post. It's such condescending shit. I am glad that you are happy with your life, as I am too. I just happen to be aimed in a more daoist spiritual direction.
I rate posts based on content, and honestly this kind of content sucks. I do like some of your posts. The one about your grandfather comes to mind.
Honestly, no hard feelings. Have a good day.
Submitted by AnotherStupidUsername (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:17:23 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Another one to make up for it, even though I know you hardly care about ratings.
Submitted by AnotherStupidUsername (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:16:55 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Gig- Nice response, honestly the one I was hoping to get. I do see your point, I guess I responded (mostly) out of anger and pain that is a direct result of the stuff I've been going through. Sometimes it's so hard to keep the chin up.
As for drinking, I'd love to. I'll be twenty-one in less then a year, so if all is good and I'm still here, I'll keep in touch. You're right, arguing on the internet is pointless, and after this review I'm done.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:13:33 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Honestly, Lone Stranger, look back at your own posts and check your content. I read your shit, it's just like mine.
And you should've read this one - you may learn a thing or two. Even my priorities kick ass.
Submitted by the_lone_stranger (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:10:43 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
WTF I'm not reading all that!!
And it's not that we don't believe you - it's just that your priorities in life (based on your posts) are so basic and immature that we just don't give a flying fuck.
Submitted by 1Point21Gigawatts (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:05:00 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
AnotherStupidUsername:
My bad if you're going through some tough shit. It happens. But he's what I'm saying - there are so many people out there who are depressed even when they've got it good. You said your girlfriend's mother passed - that's a terrible thing. Everybody loses friends and family. You've got to appreciate what they did for you in life and mourn them in death. When my grandfather died, whom I was very close to, there was no way I could write a post like this in the months after. But I kept going - my friends and I toasted to him in respect.
No disrespect (sorry about the meathead beating up comment, I was mostly kidding) to you, I was hoping that a post like this would help you appreciate what you do have, nice car (I love beamers), girlfriend, solid family life, good education. I was miserable for parts of my college life and afterwards for no good reason. I never should have been.
If you're in or around NY then we should drink sometime - we shouldn't be arguing in an internet post as to whether or not people should be happy.
Submitted by Faithless_Whisper (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:04:00 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I bet you wish you were dead.
Submitted by BuckeyesTHEGAME (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:03:59 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Username: I just can't help myself. I WANT TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD, BOY!! Squeal like a pig! WHEEE! WHEEE!
Submitted by Badlands (user info) at 2005-03-01 12:00:25 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Man, this came off as condescending as hell.
But I can't argue with your logic.
Submitted by AnotherStupidUsername (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:56:40 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Buckeyes- Stop flirting with me.
Tim- We don't deal much with ford/dodge, although we (meaning my parents) do have some stock in Bertera (although not much). Largely, they deal with wholesale movement, typically in upper Mass. at two auctions (their names escape me, I think one of them is called Premier). As far as actual lots, the only one I think you may know would be Lea Auto's, located in the Springfield area.
Submitted by BuckeyesTHEGAME (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:53:31 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
StupidUserName: I hope you fall off a cliff and die on impact.
Submitted by MyNameIsTim (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:52:14 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
stupidusername - whats the car dealership your family owns? i used to work at a ford/dodge dealership in south eastern mass, and we used to swap frequently with western mass dealerships...and as the low man, i was often the driver of one of the cars.
Submitted by RamJetMax (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:49:43 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
+2 for the 350Z
Submitted by Bigmike (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:48:03 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
Ahhh....to see life through young eyes.
Submitted by AnotherStupidUsername (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:46:06 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Tim- Thanks, I hope so too. I never try to bitch or show how much better (financialy ONLY) that I am then others, its just when I see shit like this I tend to go mental (check the reviews). It truly is amazing how ignorant some people really are.
Submitted by AnotherStupidUsername (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:43:51 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
Submitted by BuckeyesTHEGAME (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:37:49 (#)
Ranking: 0
AnotherStupidUsername: Do everyone a favor and shut the fuck up.
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Suck a cock. You're bitching just as much as I am, do you think you're better because your giving this a positive score? I hope you lose your job and die in a car accident.
Submitted by BuckeyesTHEGAME (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:40:46 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I'd rather sit home and poke at my eyeballs with toothpicks than be friends with any of these fucking people.
Submitted by MyNameIsTim (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:38:11 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
stupidusername: that sucks, im sorry you're depressed. i hope you get the help you need and get happy. but you have to be able to see - a lot of people have it worse than you. you're lucky. be happy for that.
buckeye - i know how it feels to hate a place. i hate new jersey with a passion...but all you gotta do is find a good friend or two, hate it together, and you'll get by.
Submitted by BuckeyesTHEGAME (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:37:49 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
AnotherStupidUsername: Do everyone a favor and shut the fuck up.
First, I hope you wreck your BMW and get kicked out of school for cheating. Then, I hope your parents get busted for tax fraud and go to jail for the rest of their life after having all of their assets seized. Finally, I hope the Olsen twins overdose on drugs and die a slow, painful death.
Submitted by Berty (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:37:04 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
It's all a bit of a truism, but your right in that it does need to be said now and then. Easier said than done though.
Submitted by TigerLilly (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:36:40 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Right on sweet tits.
Submitted by BuckeyesTHEGAME (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:35:00 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
And here's something to keep in mind, I don't network or really even talk to strangers because so many of them are fucking idiots. Seriously, what the hell do I have to talk to them about, the weather? Their day? Like I give a rat's ass about them and want to hear what they have to say. I'd much rather go on about my business and shoot dirty looks at everyone around me.
I didn't used to be like this, but living in Toledo again has really changed me for the worse. I seriously want to run people over when I see them walking down the road and the phrase: "I'm going to move out of this city and blow it up when I'm gone" has been repeated roughly 4,367 times.
God I hate this place. It's hard to enjoy your life when you dread leaving your apartment.
Submitted by AnotherStupidUsername (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:31:35 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
My life sucks? Let's see....my parents own a chain of highly successful car dealerships in Western Mass, in addition to numerous real estate. I have a near perfect GPA at the school I'm attending, which is NYU with a dual major in film and english. I have no student loans, due to outstanding grades and parental support, and I have two short stories published in a local Massachusett's newspaper (nothing phenomal, I know). Also, I drive a BMW 3 Series, and although it is nearly 6 years old, it's not too bad for a college student. Did I mention I blew lines with the Olsen twins last weekend?
Ok, the last part was a lie, but the point is, having a smile on my face and callng my grandmother in addition to my financial perk's is not going to make my life happy. In fact, I've never been more unhappy in my life. I see no point to anything, I think of all the thing's I'm collecting in life and how they are going to rot away and be nothing, just like my own pathetic body. I see people I know and love DIE (my girlfriend's mother died on Sunday) and I see the hurt and pain and fear and despair EVERYFUCKINGDAY. Maybe I'm not in the poorhouse, but don't fucking tell me that Keeping a smile on my face, being confident, and dressing to success is going to get me through my fucking day, I'm happy you're that FUCKING IGNORANT.
Oh, and kick my ass? Go right ahead, you dumb fucking meathead.
Submitted by Hadooken (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:23:43 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Submitted by BuckeyesTHEGAME (user info) at 2005-03-01 11:18:33 (#)
Ranking: 2
bLah blah blah blah blah
I rock.
blah blah blah blah blah
Look at me.
blah blah blah blah blah
I'm #1.
Take your satisfaction with your life and shove it up your ass. We jaded, cynical, generally pissed off people don't want to hear that shit. I hope you get herpes.
But have a plus 2 because I like and and I mean all that in the nicest possible way.
that sounds about ri