I agree that some folks will try and one-up me because it's easy. My flaws get posted here along with my accomplishments. Many of these issues could be discussed in much more excruciating detail on ClubSi (my home away from home
), but I choose to post them here because the maturity level is higher and the general demeanor is more similar to my own.
I have reservations and questions about things in my life, just like everyone else. I ask questions here because I know people here have been around the block and, just maybe, some information will be posted which might help someone else in a similar situation who doesn't have the guts or the inclination to post about it on a public message board.
I know full-well that I'll create a two or three page thread about finding Mrs. Right and then follow it up a couple days later with a thread like this about trying to nail the sleepover girl. What should be understood is that there is generally an underlying theme of sarcasm to threads like this, and honestly, to most posts that I make. When I'm being serious (as in the "impressed" thread), it's usually obvious.
That being the case, I know people will still rile me for doing things they only wish they could get away with. That's okay with me because I'll get away with them and then post about them here. I should be praised, come to think of it. I'm allowing you all to live vicariously through me! I usually even post pictures, dammit!
Now, since we're done with that... I can see how Ray would get that impression. I've been here a helluva long time and been subject to the highest praise for joining the Marine Corps and to the lowest shame for owning a Honda and being proud of it. I don't have any unrealistic expectations about what I do here and I know that my actions won't necessarily always be everyone's cup of tea. There will be people who give me two thumbs up and there will be people who disagree. I don't mind that, so long as they do it with respect. I welcome everyone's opinion, as long as it's YOUR opinion and you're not jumping on the aforementioned bandwagon.
I have a friend who's competing in the Ms. Texas pageant in June. She needs to find ways to raise money. Any suggestions? (I can post a picture, if that would help.)
