Remember, youthful enthusiasm is no match for old age and treachery.
That, and hitting the gym at least 4 times a week helps. I figure as long as I'm capable of bench-pressing his weight, and I find subtle ways (and not-so-subtle ways) of reminding him of this fact, I should be in the clear.
Congrats on caving to peer pressure, Mikey. Your middle school teachers would be so proud.
Peer pressure and the promise of naughty things!
Why should that stop you?
Hear hear. My ex once requested that I delete grindr. I told him that I like making local queer friends (small area, tough to establish ties to the lgbt community, the hookup app has the unintended benefit of linking me to potential friends I'd never otherwise meet) and that he'd have to trust me that I wasn't cheating on him. He questioned that and I told him it was his issue, not mine. I don't think he liked that but if he didn't trust me, I wasn't going to obey like a good dog until he did.
Hear hear. My ex once requested that I delete grindr. I told him that I like making local queer friends (small area, tough to establish ties to the lgbt community, the hookup app has the unintended benefit of linking me to potential friends I'd never otherwise meet) and that he'd have to trust me that I wasn't cheating on him. He questioned that and I told him it was his issue, not mine. I don't think he liked that but if he didn't trust me, I wasn't going to obey like a good dog until he did.
To be fair, isn't Grindr one of the apps that's very focused on "short-term relationships"? Not saying he's in the right, but I'd probably be more worried about a partner keeping an active profile on there than, say, Match.com or OkCupid. But you're right, it does come down to trust. As long as his profile is clear about what he's looking for (i.e. specifying he's in a relationship and just looking for friends) then I'm fine. If I'm still suspicious, then it's either a problem with me, or there's something else he's doing that's making me suspicious; either case, it's a separate issue that needs to be addressed.
To be fair, isn't Grindr one of the apps that's very focused on "short-term relationships"? Not saying he's in the right, but I'd probably be more worried about a partner keeping an active profile on there than, say, Match.com or OkCupid. But you're right, it does come down to trust. As long as his profile is clear about what he's looking for (i.e. specifying he's in a relationship and just looking for friends) then I'm fine. If I'm still suspicious, then it's either a problem with me, or there's something else he's doing that's making me suspicious; either case, it's a separate issue that needs to be addressed.
Grindr's really just an app to connect people. True, it's used most as a hookup enabler, but I'd argue that's not it's only function. Particularly in small areas where, as I mentioned, the lgbt community is broken up and lack ways of meeting/connecting.
Oh man, just saw Dark Knight Rises. Soooooo good. Added treat of seeing it in imax. Totally worth it for the shot of Tom Hardy shirtless.
I went to the midnight showing, but I only did the "small screen" because the nearest IMAX theatre was sold out of both the midnight and 3:30am showings. I intend on seeing it again in IMAX sometime before it leaves; hopefully I've got some time. I enjoyed it as well. I don't know that I would say it's better than TDK, but still very good, stands up will with Nolan's other films, and a good conclusion to the trilogy.
I went to the midnight showing, but I only did the "small screen" because the nearest IMAX theatre was sold out of both the midnight and 3:30am showings. I intend on seeing it again in IMAX sometime before it leaves; hopefully I've got some time. I enjoyed it as well. I don't know that I would say it's better than TDK, but still very good, stands up will with Nolan's other films, and a good conclusion to the trilogy.
Totally agree with all of that. There were certain things
like the Robin ending
that made me feel like they were setting up for a sequel. Overall, a lot of the problems I had with the movie came from the fact that they did something just perfectly in one part of the movie, then not so well in another.
Hey I've got a Magic related question for everyone:
What's your favorite website for card purchases? Who has the best prices for reference (like when it comes to determining fair value for trading), who has the best selection, best balance between cheap and fast shipping, etc.? I've always used StarCityGames, and I haven't had any issues with them, but just looking for other options.
I think I might buy a Return to Ravnica booster box, but I want to pre-order it before previews start. That way if they reveal some bomb cards like a really good planeswalker or the next set of dual lands, I'll have a cheap price locked in.
Hey I've got a Magic related question for everyone:
What's your favorite website for card purchases? Who has the best prices for reference (like when it comes to determining fair value for trading), who has the best selection, best balance between cheap and fast shipping, etc.? I've always used StarCityGames, and I haven't had any issues with them, but just looking for other options.
I think I might buy a Return to Ravnica booster box, but I want to pre-order it before previews start. That way if they reveal some bomb cards like a really good planeswalker or the next set of dual lands, I'll have a cheap price locked in.
I tend to use StarCity myself, mostly for convenience. But I do have a friend who swears by TCGPlayer.
I use TCGPlayer, myself, because it finds the best deals. SCG charges a premium because of their popularity and size of stock, but you can generally find better deals, elsewhere. At least, that's where singles are concerned. Box-wise, SCG may be better but TCGPlayer and SCG are the two I'd look at.
I've kinda taken an oath of celibacy. The last three guys that I've attempted to go on a date have all offered me drugs on the very first date. And that's not a good thing for me right now. So, unless my sponsor or my brother sets me up with someone, I'm not even going to look right now.
I've kinda taken an oath of celibacy. The last three guys that I've attempted to go on a date have all offered me drugs on the very first date. And that's not a good thing for me right now. So, unless my sponsor or my brother sets me up with someone, I'm not even going to look right now.
I'm not sure that taking it to the level of an oath of celibacy is necessary (though of course, if that in fact feels best do it). But yes, definitely rethink who/what/when/where/why/how you're meeting the guys you go out with. Good for you for resisting temptation and knowing when to give guys the ax. You really do not need that in your life.
Life has been so ****ed up lately I'm starting to see myself do things and wonder what the **** I'm doing after the fact. Vague, I know, but it'd take an hour to type up the last month alone. Just felt like getting that off my chest since I haven't posted about life in a while.
Okay then. I'm just going to wish a general "Get well and may things improve" to all the Gaymers. Since it seems like everyone is experiencing some sort of unpleasantness right now. :/
Olympics anyone? Anyone you're rooting for or a particular sport you love to watch? I'm a diving/swimming/tennis/ping pong/volleyball guy myself with a little gymnastics if you're gymnasty.
I've been watching the gymnastics qualifiers from this weekend and the whole sport is starting to confuse me. On the one hand they're supposed to be gymnasts and do tumbling but on the other they're supposed to have "dance" elements as well. But the dance elements are so crappy that I can't see them giving actual points for them. They have no style and the music never fits their routine and it's all just a buncha crap the way they try to combine the gymnastics into the dancing.
Because that's how you get ants?
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Um... yeah... uh, that would... totally be, like, the WORST idea ever. I mean, c'mon... who would do that? ...duh...
Where do you think I keep my backups in case my phone gets wiped? Geez.
ETA: Well, Kraj did it. I'm now on Manhunt. mikeydontlikeit if you're into that sort of thing.
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Yes, Barry, that's how you get ants.
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Why should that stop you?
Peer pressure and the promise of naughty things!
Hear hear. My ex once requested that I delete grindr. I told him that I like making local queer friends (small area, tough to establish ties to the lgbt community, the hookup app has the unintended benefit of linking me to potential friends I'd never otherwise meet) and that he'd have to trust me that I wasn't cheating on him. He questioned that and I told him it was his issue, not mine. I don't think he liked that but if he didn't trust me, I wasn't going to obey like a good dog until he did.
Archatmos
Excellion
Fracture: Israfiel (WBR), Wujal (URG), Valedon (GUB), Amduat (BGW), Paladris (RWU)
Collision (Set Two of the Fracture Block)
Quest for the Forsaken (Set Two of the Excellion Block)
Katingal: Plane of Chains
:LEGACY:
XLEDed DredgeX
BTraitor's GateB
:EDH:
GMolimo, Maro-SorcererG
WRTrias, The Betrayer (Gisela)RW
BRWKaalia, of the VastWRB
Thanks to SushiOtter of Hakai Studios for the awesome banner, and Argetlam of Hakai Studios for the equally awesome avvie!
Generation 2556677: The first time you see this, add it to your sig, but add 1 to the number. Call it a social experiment.
To be fair, isn't Grindr one of the apps that's very focused on "short-term relationships"? Not saying he's in the right, but I'd probably be more worried about a partner keeping an active profile on there than, say, Match.com or OkCupid. But you're right, it does come down to trust. As long as his profile is clear about what he's looking for (i.e. specifying he's in a relationship and just looking for friends) then I'm fine. If I'm still suspicious, then it's either a problem with me, or there's something else he's doing that's making me suspicious; either case, it's a separate issue that needs to be addressed.
Grindr's really just an app to connect people. True, it's used most as a hookup enabler, but I'd argue that's not it's only function. Particularly in small areas where, as I mentioned, the lgbt community is broken up and lack ways of meeting/connecting.
Archatmos
Excellion
Fracture: Israfiel (WBR), Wujal (URG), Valedon (GUB), Amduat (BGW), Paladris (RWU)
Collision (Set Two of the Fracture Block)
Quest for the Forsaken (Set Two of the Excellion Block)
Katingal: Plane of Chains
:LEGACY:
XLEDed DredgeX
BTraitor's GateB
:EDH:
GMolimo, Maro-SorcererG
WRTrias, The Betrayer (Gisela)RW
BRWKaalia, of the VastWRB
Thanks to SushiOtter of Hakai Studios for the awesome banner, and Argetlam of Hakai Studios for the equally awesome avvie!
Generation 2556677: The first time you see this, add it to your sig, but add 1 to the number. Call it a social experiment.
I went to the midnight showing, but I only did the "small screen" because the nearest IMAX theatre was sold out of both the midnight and 3:30am showings. I intend on seeing it again in IMAX sometime before it leaves; hopefully I've got some time. I enjoyed it as well. I don't know that I would say it's better than TDK, but still very good, stands up will with Nolan's other films, and a good conclusion to the trilogy.
Totally agree with all of that. There were certain things
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What's your favorite website for card purchases? Who has the best prices for reference (like when it comes to determining fair value for trading), who has the best selection, best balance between cheap and fast shipping, etc.? I've always used StarCityGames, and I haven't had any issues with them, but just looking for other options.
I think I might buy a Return to Ravnica booster box, but I want to pre-order it before previews start. That way if they reveal some bomb cards like a really good planeswalker or the next set of dual lands, I'll have a cheap price locked in.
The online store I used to favor is defunct, and have mostly used local places since. I've have looked around a bit, though, and found that http://www.tcgplayer.com/ and http://www.ccghouse.com/news/list are pretty good. http://www.togit.com/catalog/magic_singles/8, in my experience, has generally lower prices but poor stock. And of course you can always troll ebay.
Current New Favorite Person™: Mallory Archer
She knows why.
I tend to use StarCity myself, mostly for convenience. But I do have a friend who swears by TCGPlayer.
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I'm not sure that taking it to the level of an oath of celibacy is necessary (though of course, if that in fact feels best do it). But yes, definitely rethink who/what/when/where/why/how you're meeting the guys you go out with. Good for you for resisting temptation and knowing when to give guys the ax. You really do not need that in your life.
formely known as Wolf_Cub82
my altered cards on Facebook my altered cards on Tumblr
BurnR(Legacy)
ReanimatorUB(Legacy)
Ghave, Guru of SporesWGB(Commander)
HumansRW(Standard)
(Also known as Xenphire)
The creator of Maro's Magic 8-Ball!
formely known as Wolf_Cub82
my altered cards on Facebook my altered cards on Tumblr
BurnR(Legacy)
ReanimatorUB(Legacy)
Ghave, Guru of SporesWGB(Commander)
HumansRW(Standard)
I've been watching the gymnastics qualifiers from this weekend and the whole sport is starting to confuse me. On the one hand they're supposed to be gymnasts and do tumbling but on the other they're supposed to have "dance" elements as well. But the dance elements are so crappy that I can't see them giving actual points for them. They have no style and the music never fits their routine and it's all just a buncha crap the way they try to combine the gymnastics into the dancing.
And more importantly, my thoughts are with you all!
:LEGACY:
XLEDed DredgeX
BTraitor's GateB
:EDH:
GMolimo, Maro-SorcererG
WRTrias, The Betrayer (Gisela)RW
BRWKaalia, of the VastWRB
Thanks to SushiOtter of Hakai Studios for the awesome banner, and Argetlam of Hakai Studios for the equally awesome avvie!
Generation 2556677: The first time you see this, add it to your sig, but add 1 to the number. Call it a social experiment.