Before I begin, let me just say I’m all for equal rights for every human being. I am neither racist, sexist or a homophobe. But I’m noticing that that this city has an extravagantly over-the-top gay community.
You’re gay, we get it, and nobody’s even shocked by it anymore, we’ve all come a long way. Hurray for us! I just don’t understand why that one detail needs to consume your entire identity rather than just be one part of who you are. Are you really all that two-dimensional?
It honestly comes off as desperate and annoying for the most part. Why would men talk in an extra ditzy, air-head sounding voice and do the irritating finger-snap/wrist flick to seem feminine? What are you insinuating about females? I find it bizarre as a woman, like somebody talking with a British accent when they aren’t British.
Nobody would think you’re ‘in the closet’ if you didn’t act that way. It’s not about hiding who you are, it’s about not becoming a stereotype.
Why are people of a certain sexual preference expected to flamboyantly dress/talk/act a certain way? Especially when it comes to suggestibility and promiscuity? Why has everyone in the gay community slept with everyone else… and seem proud of it? We complain about women who sleep with hordes of men, why should it be any different because it’s considered a cultural thing?
Just be yourself, be an interesting human being who has more to talk about than one aspect of their personality. —Twitching with tolerance
This article appears in Jan 20-26, 2011.
Yikes, I’m just going to pass on this one, k?
Ok, maybe not…. sooooo… men who are all butch, drink beer, wear plaid and work boots all the time are just reinforcing their straight-ness?
Jesus Christ, OB, there are people with annoying mannerisms everywhere, in every walk of life. You can’t stand the stereotypical “gay” man (I’m saying it’s a stereotype, folks), post a bitch about it and still consider yourself “tolerant”?? Me thinks you need to pull yer head outta yer ass.
Very interesting bitch. It’s a question I have often asked myself… although I cannot provide any of my own feedback. I am friends with a number of gay men- some of whom I didn’t even know were openly gay until I was told or saw them with their partners.
I don’t mean any disrespect whatsoever, but why does a person’s appearance, mannerisms and speech need to change drastically upon coming out of the closet? I mean, there is no way these were natural traits that were being hidden inside for so long and that person was making a point of talking without a lisp…. or behaving “naturally”…… It’s like lesbians who feel the need to make themselves look like a man. I am sorry, but if you can only attract other women because you look like a man, what does that say about the true preferences of that other woman? What kind of statement does that make? You are not a man in a woman’s body…. you are a woman whose genetic makeup has determined that they have a sexual attraction toward females.
Perhaps some of our more secure gay/lesbian fellow bitchers may be able to shed some light on this? Again- I mean no disrespect but it is something that is clearly not understood by all heterosexuals. I suppose that is why instead of taking a more attacking approach I am simply stating, “I am confused by this!”… I would be truly open to hearing the “other” side of the story……..
Thanks for the insightful bitch, OP…. m/
So if I understand it correctly OP, you’re telling me that you think gay men who act very feminine aren’t being true to themselves because they’re fulfilling a stereotype? I think you’re overlooking a few things. Firstly, not every gay man acts like that (I know many who don’t). Secondly, perhaps some gay men act feminine because they spend their time with women and over time pick up some of their traits. Obviously there are some people who are more flamboyant than others – but that’s their personality, just like some women are more outgoing and showy than others. And why not celebrate it? For years the intolerance towards gays kept them from being able to fully express who they are – I think having the freedom to do so is something to celebrate.
I uh…yeah, I’m not gonna touch this one with a 99.5-foot pole.
Hi Elsie, welcome back. Just think of Halifax as San-Fran-East
I’ve kinda wondered that myself. When you come out of the closet, why do you feel the need to set yourself on fire?
Did you know that Fire Island has an annual gay-pride parade? “We’re here, we’re queer, get used to it” – dude, it’s Fire Island, I think the neighbours know.
It can be taken to extremes…^^^^
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_iH1GhM2j8…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLHpjXCn67s
’nuff said
OP, care to comment on Montreal’s scene, Toronto, or Vancouver. Halifax has nothing on those three.
hollah is correct. My gay friends and I definitely don’t portray the gay-stereotype. We’re masculine, you can find us out on the Commons in the summer playing ultimate frisbee, we drink beer at pubs, we don’t care for Lady Gaga’s music, and don’t partake in the whole flamboyant image.
How about those hetero-guys who are femme but are straight? What about all the straight-man and women who are promiscuous? Heck, there’s even a Bitch on here about a promiscuous Mormon girl today sleeping with husbands.
OP, you’re not meeting the right kinds of gay guys if you think we’re all like you described.
http://www.daviddylanthomas.com/wp-content…
Loved that scene in the Simpsons.
http://img.vayatele.com/2009/08/metrosexua…
I don’t care how anyone wants to express themselves as individuals. I don’t care if they imitate mannerisms or styles they think attractive or fun. I generally enjoy differences in fashion and culture. I believe, outside of the harmful, your private life is yours to live how you choose. But, there are things that are shared at times that are not appropriate for all. Specifically, a public parade through downtown that focused more on sex than lifestyle.
Now, I only went out once to show my support for the gay community(with my children in tow), so it may be that the parade has changed. But, that particular year, I felt the parade was more harmful to its cause than helpful. I thought the point was to show that the gay community are regular people living regular lives who have just as much to contribute as any one else. Walking through downtown naked with only some strategically placed leather to hide your penis while wearing a overblown phallic substitute placed in the crotch area and humping on the guy next to you (thinking it was funny) totally counteracted the point I was hoping to make to my kids.
In fact, although I tried to counteract the impression made, a few weeks later I was called to pick up my *rude* son from a birthday party, because (yes, I know it’s funny seen from a distance) he thought it would be funny to place a balloon on his crotch and run around poking the other kids. Trying to explain to him why it was wrong after he saw adults doing the same thing in downtown Halifax while onlookers laughed was very difficult. Between not wanting to give him the impression that the gay community was ‘bad’ and not wanting him to do bad things, I struggled to get meanings into him that he was too young to understand.
I’m pretty sure the pride parade is anything but a way to show that the gay community are regular people living regular lives who have just as much to contribute as any one else.
Take your kid to the Sex Show that’s coming up.
Jono, I think it might be something like when anyone “finds themselves”.
The idea of not controlling even one aspect of your life can really hide a lot of yourself from yourself. Not all newly-out gays are intensely stereotypable, but so what with the ones that are. It depends on the person going through the change as well as the clique they are now entering. Like anyone new to a crowd, we can all innocently say we were guilty of trying to hard to fit in.
That’s just a couple scenarios. Can’t name them all.
As for men dressed as women and women dressed as men: There are endless things that people will find attractive. Homosexual, hetero, bi, or whatever are really FAR too limiting. We got people that like farm animals, that like feet, that like mud, that like furniture, that like everything. There is a layer of complexity with sexuality that goes beyond naming. Once you removed these barriers people can really find the joy they want. Now that I stop calling myself “straight” I notice that many men are real good looking, and many women that look like men are too.
Perhaps it’s not |men| or |women| that we find attractive but features and actions. Anyone or thing can carry those features and hit the money spot for our love.
It will come as no surprise to any of the regulars here that I feel the need to comment on this one, but I just have no patience for statements along the lines of, “I’m not racist/sexist/homophobic, but *insert sweeping generalization here*.”
For the love of fuck, OP, pull your head out of your ass. “Nobody’s even shocked anymore…we’ve come a long way.” Last time I checked, discrimination against gays and lesbians still exists, both on a systemic and individual level. Gay people are still being bullied, beaten and killed, and are still fighting for fundamental human rights in many regards. We may have come a long way, but we’ve still got a long way to go yet. Who the fuck are you, OP, to try and downplay the courage it takes for many gay people to come out and publicly proclaim themselves gay? Have you ever had to come out, OP? For a lot of people, it’s monumental. Of course it plays heavily into identity, both personal and within a community.
You claim that you’re not sexist but you seem to have very rigid definitions of what male and female behaviour should be. If someone is ditzy or flamboyant, they’re trying to act like a woman? Perhaps they’re just trying to be ditzy or flamboyant, and could give a fuck about your notions of gendered personality traits.
Same goes for you, Jonno. Why do you assume that the women you describe are trying to be men? Maybe they’re just being women in a way that is comfortable to them. Maybe they’re transgendered. Why it matters to you, I’m not sure. Regardless, these “natural traits” of men and women you refer to are actually learned behaviours that are either explicitly or implicitly taught to us as we develop. Men aren’t born with a preference for short hair or plaid shirts anymore than women are born with a love of pink frilly shit and an aptitude for housework. Aside from obvious biology, much of the difference between men and women are reinforced constructs based on societal norms. Since it’s obvious to you that these women who are “acting like men” are actually women, I’m sure it’s also fairly obvious to the women who are attracted to them. You dig?
Anyway, back to the OP: your bitch is ridiculous. People are people. Some people act annoying, ditzy, or flamboyant – sometimes because they’re immature or insecure or melodramatic, or sometimes because they’re actually just annoying, ditzy or flamboyant. If you don’t jive with those people, that’s fine, but don’t attribute those specific personality traits to an entire group of people and then pretend that it’s not offensive.
LOL Kim – when your son turns 19 I’m buying him a beer , and that’s a promise. . >: )
Wow aliar… you’ve truly opened my mind to a different level of understanding. I suppose I never really looked at it from such a general point of view before. I enjoyed the comments on people finding so many different things attractive…. animals, feet, food, etc, etc…. As far as your point about people finding themselves is concerned, I understand 100%. While it may not be the same situation, I recently have gone through some somewhat dramatic life changes and I find since doing so I have begun to behave differently. Even just the way I interact with people, or the activities in which I partake- even the way I am dressing; they are all a product of this new self I am discovering. So thanks for taking the time to explain all that.
As for you meow…. I think I made it clear that I was open to explanation that would answer my questions, WHICH I ALSO mentioned, were merely a product of my lack of understand/confusion on the matter. Being a heterosexual man, hearing both the positive and negative stories/statements about the gay/lesbian population, I really DON’T understand why some things are the way they are. I certainly don’t condemn it…. I was simply bringing up the situations that, in my mind, required explanation. Our friend aliar has made sure that, in a helpful AND productive manner, things were explained to me and I can now say, “I get it…..” I really didn’t find my post/questions offensive in any way…. it’s too bad you felt the need to put up your defenses in such a manner.
“It’s like lesbians who feel the need to make themselves look like a man. I am sorry, but if you can only attract other women because you look like a man, what does that say about the true preferences of that other woman?”
I’m perhaps willing to believe that you didn’t intend your post to be offensive, Jonno, but just because you, being a heterosexual man, claim something is not offensive, does not mean that it is not. It’s perfectly okay to not understand something and to want to discuss it and ask questions, but I think you probably could have gone about it in a more open-minded/less derogatory manner. In any case, the derision in my post was directed at the OP, not you, and I think I was actually pretty fair in my reply to you considering the tone of your post.
When someone starts a conversation by saying they are not racist, sexist or homophobic they are usually the most racist, sexist and homophobic person involved in the conversation.
I’m surprised they didn’t mention they had friends who are Gay.
Isn’t the diversity of nature wonderful? Humans have so many variations. Instead of putting down the differences we should be embracing them. It would be such a very boring world if humans came from only one mold. Intolerance is always a good way to display one’s lack of maturity, yet many people eagerly participate.
i usually walk/run away from people who start sentences “i like blacks but” “i don’t mind the gays but” “jews are okay but”
Let me reply:
Clearly the comment wasn’t meant to be a generalization, I’m sorry if I didn’t make that clear (I guess I hoped it would be assumed). I’m only talking about the people who seem to start every sentence with “Well, because I’m gay, I….”. Obviously, that would not include anyone who is secure with their sexuality.
I write about Halifax because I live here, you write what you know.
Also, isn’t this a place to bitch? I certainly don’t think my message was filled with hateful, sexist, prudish comments that were derogitory in any way. It’s not like I’m up here preaching that it’s a choice, certainly your sexual preference is not a choice. You like what you like, that’s what I meant by “we get it”.
It’s getting to the point where you can’t even be annoyed with anything. People aren’t looking for tolerance of their lifestyles these days, they’re looking for acceptance. Rather, forcing people to accept it. Well, sorry folks but it don’t work that way. I don’t like people acting fake, and I don’t have to put up with it. And I can bitch about it if I want. Suck it up.
What I meant by “we’ve come a long way” is that there have been many changes and movements in the right direction towards acceptiong everyone for who they are, just ask your grandparents. No matter the age, gender, race or sexual preference, you belong and are welcome in Canada. No longer should you worry about losing your job if it gets out that you’re gay, we have a thriving gay community and we celebrate the vast variety of sexual preferences each year (although I believe people should celebrate this every day and live it). It is certainly not fair that oppresion still happens to people based on these things, and I wasn’t supporting the people who “beat up gays”. I don’t even know how you would get that…
It’s easy to paint someone a monster when they bring up a controversial subject, but I thought this was a free country. You make it real hard to plead your case of “everyone should be themselves” when you openly spit hate at anyone who questions or disagrees with your lifestyle.
Well, I’ll apologize to you and other who were offended by my post meow. I clearly was not able to achieve the open-mindedness I was looking to when asking the questions I did. I suppose it was my ignorance and inaccurate perception of these people that caused it to come out as it did. It’s alarming just what exactly the mind will allow one to see when something is not completely understood. I may still have a number of questions/misconceptions concerning people who live an “alternative” lifestyle, but I certainly and fully believe in their right to live accordingly.
maybe it isn’t that there are more gays, maybe just more coming out.what the fuck does anyone have against someone, that likes the same sex as them. i certainly have no problem accepting gays and whoever you want to shag with.
people are just too fucking uptight about shit like this. maybe your mom or dad had a gay lover in the past, are you going to disown them now? anyone that has problems with another person needs to do one of two tings, either try it, or shut the fuck up about it.
same goes for racial issues, try being white, black, chinese, muslem, or what the fuck ever. if you still have problems after that, then it is you, that is the fucking problem. now before you all castrate me, i mean that there are a few fuckups, that spoil the whole race of someone. they sart out just being a dickhead, then flower into full bloom as a bigoted,racist facist. and that goes for all colors, races, and even fucking relegions.
Jono, each day you’ll discover yourself in a new way and each day you’ll dress and act just a little differently.
I, too, am realizing so much about what works with me. This daily ritual of being a new person gives me the ability to test the boundaries. Each day I find what I’m more or less comfortable doing.
OP, it’s hard to assume anything, on a hate thread in a local newspaper. I am sure you aren’t trying to be discriminatory, but anytime you put an opinion on the internet it’s going to misunderstood by at least one person and the replys to the replys are going to be even more construed.
Having to come back and say “clearly” or “obviously” means that there was something that wasn’t clear or obvious to the reader. Don’t take it as an attack but as you just gotta be more clear next time. I doubt you’re a monster.
And yes this is a place to bitch, but so are the comments. Be ready for them.
to me flamers are no different than jersey shore gino types…. yea we get it there girlfriend 🙂
Yes, I’m sure. That’s why my post was tagged with “stereotypers anonymous is recruiting” and “Do you actually know any gay people?”.
It really deters people from speaking their mind when people can’t look at things objectively. We’re all programmed to be so hyper-sensitive and defensive.
Seriously, some of the replies on this site are things a seventh grader would reply with. I agree, I had to clarify things so it wasn’t totally clear. But not everything is a hate cime against one class of people.
Calm the fuck down.
Ooooh… now all we need is Montrealman to come in and provide us with a synopsis of all we have discussed so far today….
MM…. where are you?? I would imagine the mail bag is bulging profusely with the many delectable comments ready to be devoured by your oh so whimsical mind. I am ready to be entertained.
we miss the monsieur when he’s absent from class
montrealman, montrealman, montrealman, there i did it, hahahaha, (insanely laughs).
and if that doesn’t do it, KAY, KAY, KAY, how about a double barreled assault?
um… I don’t miss him at ALL.
and I completely agree, my posting a south park pic was completely 7th grader.
“Clearly the comment wasn’t meant to be a generalization” Oh, really? Because, for example, I’m pretty sure this statement qualifies as a generalization: “Why has everyone in the gay community slept with everyone else… and seem proud of it?”
And then we have this gem: “People aren’t looking for tolerance of their lifestyles these days, they’re looking for acceptance. Rather, forcing people to accept it. Well, sorry folks but it don’t work that way. I don’t like people acting fake, and I don’t have to put up with it.”
First off, what “lifestyle” are you referring to, the “fake lifestyle” or the “gay lifestyle”? You do know that the two are not interchangeable, don’t you? (being gay isn’t a “lifestyle” either, but we’ll save that one for another day…) Who’s forcing you to accept anything? Are the gays putting a gun to your head and forcing you to wave a rainbow flag or something?
“I thought this was a free country” <---I always love this one. Spoken like a true bigot, conveniently concerned with freedom in reference to their own ability to speak and act freely, while condemning the rights of others to do the same. What a fucking patriot.
Thank you me0w. I had a reply ready, but deleted it. I love it when others can sum up my thoughts on the matter.
No problem, Ralmn. I just love it when anyone around here actually agrees with me, haha.
OP, in a response above you stated that you don’t like people acting fake… but, the thing is… those (gay) people who are acting flamboyant, ditzy, etc… are not acting. They’re not fake. They really are like that. (However, not all gay people are this way, that’s a tragic generalization). That’s just them being who they are. You are unfortunately seemingly unable to be objective in this regard.
As a gay man myself, I have sought tolerance from people. Not necessarily acceptance, but, tolerance. And in return, I give tolerance. I may not believe in what you believe, but, I tolerate that you are different. If one was truly tolerant, they wouldn’t get urges to create a bitch like this, which whether you see it or not, is tinged with intolerant, misunderstanding and bigotry – despite that not being the intention.
I watched a movie last week – Gentleman’s Agreement with Gregory Peck (highly recommended), and even in 1947 it was a really biting commentary on tolerance, stereotypes and the way people just don’t “get it” when it comes to being a bigot. Of course, they were talking about antisemitism, nothing with sexuality, but it’s the same arguments. Having friends who are gay, jewish, “tolerating them” doesn’t make you a tolerant person – it’s something that needs to permeate your whole way of interacting with people. Everyone is equal. Personalities of individuals can be a problem, it shouldn’t be religion, sexuality, race.
Loser
Where is TTFN when you need him/her?
her
Okay, maybe I shouldn’t have targeted one culture, everyone acts fake sometimes (Hell I know I’m guilty of that once in a while). But the reason I said it about gays is because I feel annoyed that it’s become a stereotype associated with the gay culture. I feel like people put too much important on their sexual orientation, there are so many beautiful parts of the human mind and soul that I’d rather know about than that one small part. And I think that’s an acceptable opinion to have (I feel the same way about anyone who only talks about one part of themselves…it gets boring).
No hate intended, I probably should have just kept my opinions to myself. But then I would never learn anything…
Maybe I am misguided, I really didn’t intend to start anything like this. I sometimes have a hard time articulating what I mean, but I don’t appreciate being called a bigot (would you?)
I’m only young, still learning. I tried not to get defensive but it’s hard when you feel like you’re being ganged up on. Why not be patient and help people understand instead of resorting to insults and name-calling. I mean…not a way to get the point across.
socommom. First lesson, it’s not what you say, but how you say it.
example. “I’m retired, and presently rent an appartmet.” is better than “I’m unemployed and live in my cousins basement.”
When you leave people wondering if they should be upset or offended, then you’re doing it right.
paingirl, mm is missing because it’s a cold winter in Montreal, the squirrels are out gathering nuts 🙂
Do they have their own Jet Airplane? Sorry I couldn’t resist.
OP- no one is calling you a bigot. Just your comments could be perceived to be filled with bigotry, although, you’ve made a good case for yourself that you meant no harm. And I believe that you have good intentions, and I hope everyone walks away with a little more understanding.
That said however, you said:
“Okay, maybe I shouldn’t have targeted one culture, everyone acts fake sometimes (Hell I know I’m guilty of that once in a while). But the reason I said it about gays is because I feel annoyed that it’s become a stereotype associated with the gay culture. I feel like people put too much important on their sexual orientation, there are so many beautiful parts of the human mind and soul that I’d rather know about than that one small part.”
You are the creating this stereotype by being annoyed by these people, who are just trying to be themselves. Being ditzy and flamboyant are not exclusive personality traits of gay people. And at the very core of it, it’s just how some people identify themselves. I’m sure you identify yourself as a woman? Just as like you, some people simply identify themselves by who/what they are. Your bitch was about ‘some gay people’… you, yourself are guilty of putting too much emphasis on sexual orientation.
The only time I can think of having acted fake (“Okay, maybe I shouldn’t have targeted one culture, everyone acts fake sometimes” -socommon) is at work when feeling crappy but still walk around with a ready smile and kind word. But that is for professional purposes. In my personal life I am as real as the day is long, warts and all. Okay, the warts are not real, but the rest of me is!
OP, fuck off. I’m gay and don’t “act it up” because I am. And I know plenty of people who don’t. I don’t know what people you know…
Oh, I thought it said “Twitching with Twinks”!
Very disappointed.
It’s actually NOT fake when some gay men act flamboyant. That’s who they are.
I have a good friend who’s out to some people, but not to everyone, and before he was out to ANYONE he acted the way he acts now (flamboyant, even calls himself a diva, lol). That’s just who he is! And I love him (and our pretend marriage) for it 🙂
Wow, OP needs to shut her mouth fast.
I like the tag “Do you actually know any gay people?”
.. Pretty much sums up the entire post.
PS I listen to girls who are “ditzy and airheaded” on the bus every day. It’s called someone having a personality that is DIFFERENT than yours, OP.
And yes, I think you are a tad homophobic.. or just an idiot.
i’m not a big fan of flamboyant, affected behavior coming from anyone. i also don’t understand the concept of taking enormous pride in my sexual orientation. I identify with the OP.
THE NEW INQUISITORS
In response to Jommoman’s request (2:45PM) I am delighted to announce that I have arrived on this thread not only to provide you “with a synposis of all we have discussed so far today” but, more importantly, to provide a solution to the dilemma raised by “Is it a special club now?”
The solution is to be found in the fact that the commenters have misconstrued what the poster said. Charges were levelled that she is unfairly “stereotyping” homosexuals and consequently has been told to “pull her head out of her ass,” has been called a “true bigot,” an “intolerant bitch,” and so on. In a manner reminiscent of the Spanish Inquisition “socommon” has been called on to repent her sins, to recant her heresies. Those who attacked “socommon” in this way I have called “The New Inquisitors.”
So what was “socommon” really saying? In her post she was claiming that one’s identity should not rest on only one aspect of one’s personality and, when everything is considered, a minor aspect at that. In her comment of 4:51PM she spelled this out when she said that people put too much importance on their sexuality when “there are so many beautiful parts of the human mind and soul that I’d rather know about than that one small part.” In effect, she was defining what it is to be human. Well, what is it to be human?
For me the classic definition still applies. A human being is a “rational animal.” We are all animals both in the physical sense requiring food, clothing, shelter and, yes, sex, and also social animals requiring the fulfillment of psychological needs such as respect, belonging, affection, and so on. However, these needs are also shared by the animals of other species. For me it is the rational component that properly defines human beings. One is, more or less, a human being in proportion to one’s ability to reason. This is not to denigrate the emotions and the imagination but, if one is to point to a single attribute constitutive of what it is to be human, it is to rationality that one must point. This means that the fully rational human being is one who does not just utter opinions but rather gives grounds to support those opinions. The validity of those grounds, in its turn, determines the degree to which one is, more or less, rational. In effect, it is not “socommon” who fails the test of rationality but rather “The New Inquisitors.”
So there’s the solution to the dilemma. How did I do, Jonnoman?
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
Montrealman swooping in to the rescue?! Is he finally finding a way to put his natural abilities to good use?
What’s a superhero?
“Superheroes, or using a much politically-correct term costumed crime-fighters, are fictional characters that fight bad guys in the public’s interest. Superheroes usually have super-powers, but they can replace these with skills, gadgets and abilities. Superheroes primarily belong in comic-books, although they can also be found in regular literature, film, and other forms of creative arts.
Superheroes generally possess:
Superpowers, abilities, skills or equipment that allows them to stand out from regular people. For example, Superman has super strength, speed, flying capabilities, and more, while Iron Man has a multifunctional power armor.
A “driving force” that causes them to pursue the acts of superheroism. For example, Batman has a personal vendetta against bad guys, while Spiderman has an overdeveloped sense of responsibility.
A cool, flashy costume.
A secret identity to allow them to live a separate, relatively normal life, including a profession and relationships. For example, Superman is Clark Kent while Spiderman is Peter Parker.
Bad guys to fight, and usually a personal nemesis. Batman has his Joker while Professor x has Magneto.”
~oLahav
Generic Mental Abilities of Superheros:
Skills and/or knowledge
Popular categories: science, mechanical, computer/electronics, weapons-handling/military, driving, occult/magical.
Super-intelligence
Resourcefulness (“I’m never more than a carton of baking soda away from a doomsday device”)
~B.Mac
Oh yeah, the class thing…well, it was a nice thought. = )
“One is, more or less, a human being in proportion to one’s ability to reason.”
So….you’re saying that mentally handicapped people, or folks who have suffered brain trauma, are less than Human?
That’s just plain sick, and very non-rational.
By the way, MM, while we might agree that you can be classed as being a member of a specific socioeconomic class, I think that there are few here who would consider you a class act or classy.
I think they just rationalize less, Hugo, but are still capable to an extent.
As for the original bitch, I thought it was observant. I find the flamboyancy annoying as well, though I try to rationalize it, by considering it a means of attraction. While they are stereotypes, I think people partly play off them to let others know who they are seeking and it’s also part of who they are.
Since they (men) came “out of the closet” their personalities don’t necessary change but, I would think their means of “advertizing” changes. If gay men didn’t go to an all gay club, how would other gay men know who to try to hit on? I’ll assume a gaydar can only go so far. -As for woman with short hair, I think it also play off the stereotype, though it’s far from an obvious signal, nothing wrong with a straight woman with short hair, it can be quite attractive.
The reason I think this way, is because I relate it to things straight people do, and I know I’ll get flak for this but, when women dress in short skirts and low tops, I take that as they are advertising their attractiveness or singleness, not always the case. Same goes for men walking around puffing out their chests.
In conclusion, these seemingly out of sync traits are actually in sync. Stereotypically straight men try to take the role of protector (the gay man who you wouldn’t know was gay and the short hired women) and straight women like the feeling of being protected (the flamboyant man, or the woman you wouldn’t know was gay) think it’s just a means to attract who they prefer, they’re not out to annoy you. And I’ll hold this theory until I hear a better rational.
As for the promiscuous, I think that’s irrelevant, our society has less shame about having multiple partners for both men and women.
It sounds lame, but ever since I posted this I could not stop thinking about what a terrible bigot I must have become. I actually felt like I really needed to reassess my opinions and views on this topic.
And so I did.
I think I’m entitled to my opinions, and they’re not racist or hateful or even idiotic. Perhaps a bit misunderstood, but I can’t go around forcing everyone try to understand what I’m saying if they won’t meet me halfway. Some people only hear what they want to hear, and some people get swept up in a mob mentality.
Perhaps what Montrealman said helped some folks to understand. But maybe the next time somebody expresses an opinion (even anonymously) don’t be so quick to assume they’re attacking anyone.
What’s so dangerous about being different that makes you want to stomp it out? It’s disheartening. If I met you, I’d hate you too, OP.
socommon, don’t be so sensitive. You’ve called youself a bigot as many times as everyone else. I did a quick read, that would be 2 & meow thinks everybody is a bigot of some sorts ;P
As other posters have stated, this is a bitch board, you’re going to get bitched at regardless. Now suck it up, and get back in there.
I would also like to ammend my earlier comment to mm, change “sick” to “ignorant”.
Too much for me to read here. Though interesting conversation. Here’s my take on it:
There’s the question about why gay guys have to act a certain way but then the OP is only making the question that apply to a small percentage of gay guys. The same type of question can be asked toward straight guys. Why must certain straight guys constantly wear sports jerseys and oversized pants everywhere they go and scratch their crotch and belch as loudly as they can? It comes off as disgusting and annoying for the most part. We know they’re straight and we know they’re males. I find it bizarre that straight guys have to show off how manly and straight they are that it consumes who they are as a person. There’s more than who you are than acting like a gorilla.
Pretty ridiculous. I took how a small group of people act and applied it to every other straight male as if their actions were a result of their orientation or sex. I know some girls that act like that too and I know gay guys that act like that. It’s a stupid annoying way of generalization. Just because guys who happen to be gay act a certain way, people are free to associate that action with every other gay guy.
As for the promiscuity argument: if straight guys could have sex every time they wanted it, they probably would too. The only thing standing in their way? Women. Straight guys must have sex with women in order to have sex but females aren’t as promiscuous as men for the most part so that’s what stands in their way. When a gay guy wants sex, he can just find another gay guy. It’s not because gays are sluts. It’s because gay guys are ABLE to be sluts. Straights guys would if they could too.
But Kim, who the fuck wants a superhero living in their city? They bring supervilliains and between them cause a lot of damage. You think insurance bills are high now, just wait til those folks move in. LOL.
…rationalize less…still capable to an extent. – of course Balls, I wasn’t suggesting otherwise. I was just replying to annie’s (affectionate use of name) statment relating reasoning to humanity. I’d say empathy would be a better indicator of a persons/peoples level of humanity.
Tim, no matter how many times I read it, I see. “who the fuck wants a superhero living in their basement?”
You’re right about the insurance bills, the medical cost for people on life-support for philosophically induced comas would be astounding.
themax. “scratch their crotch and belch” – disgusting and offensive, they should know better than behave like that in public.
“Straights guys would (be sluts) if they could too.” – Well yea, especially anthropologically speaking.
Good morning to all from Montreal!
Just a few general comments before going to the mailbag:
The capacity to reason as the pre-eminent mark of what it means to be human demands, in its exercise in the public forum, a totally unhindered freedom of speech. Where it is not seditious, such freedom trumps the other charter freedoms such as belief, association, and so on. That is why “The New Inquisitors” must be held to account.
As a topic of discussion, homosexuality has been transformed from what was, in Oscar Wilde’s day, “the love that dare not speak its name” to “the love that will not stop shouting its name.” However, the particular orfice into which one prefers to insert one’s penis (or strap-on, depending on the particular case) is no longer a matter of consuming interest.
Nontheless, there are those (“The New Inquisitors”) whose virulent political correctness authorizes them, or so they seem to think, to passs judgement on any who dare to comment on any aspect of homosexual behaviour. Seeing themselves as upstanding pillars of moral rectitude, any such comments have the same standing as heresies equivalent, in the good old days of the original Inquisition, to the denial of Transubstantiation, Papal Infallibility, or the Virgin Birth. All offenders must go to the stake. Now to the comments.
: In an extremely perceptive and gratifying decision, Kim (11:28AM) awards Montrealman the standing of “Superhero” alongside the likes of Superman and Batman, a standing he richly deserves as I’m sure all will agree. However, at 11:52AM (Kim has thought this over), unlike Superman or Batman, Montrealman’s act is deemed not to be “a class act or classy.” If Kim would analyze just what is to be understood by a “class act,” Montrealman might be able to make the necessary adjustments.
: Hugo “The Simpleton” Phurst is up three times, indicating severe mental distress. Taking issue with my rationality criterion as constitutive of what it is to be human, he advances (11:29AM) the cases of the mentally handicapped or those suffering brain trauma as knockdown counter-examples. However, the rationality criterion was never intended as a static measure but rather proportional. Even those whose neurological activity was limited to only trace amounts (like The Simpleton’s) would still count as being human. At 5:15PM (The Simpleton has thought about this) amends his assessment of Montrealman from simply being “sick” to that of “ignorant.” This shows the flexibility of the rationality criterion. Will I proceed further up the scale at a later date? Finally (thank God) The Simpleton claims (10:18PM!) that “empathy” is a better indicator of the level of a person’s “humanity” than rationality. But if The Simpleton will re-read what I wrote initially he will find that I said that I was not discounting the emotions (which, of course, are also shared by other species) but focusing on that which was distinctively human, i.e., the ability to reason.
: In spite of the fact that sex had been relegated to its minor role in respect to what constitutes a human being, Balls (1:21PM) is still hung up on the issue. He bangs on about short-haired women and chest-puffing men as gender indicators, and I’m sure he’s right on every score.
: Socommon (3:12PM) asks that people shouldn’t be so quick to assume they’re being attacked but look at omigogo’s (5:12PM) following comment.
: Themax (5:15PM) goes into a Balls routine and talks about crotch-scratching and belching as gender indicators for straight males. As with Balls, I’m sure he’s right on every score.
I just noticed I forgot to comment on Dim Bro Tim’s comment but, since he has nothing to say of any interest or importance, I’m sure he won’t mind.
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
Oh boy, another tedious epistle from our favourite pontificating wind sock.
Quotes from Coast superheros:
Life Sucks:
“I couldn’t think of one clever way to stop this guy, so I just trusted to mindless violence.” ( Robot Man)
“They dare to laugh at my boner?”-The Joker
meow:
“Little birds should stay away from big bad kittycats.”
“Look. I’m no cheap thrill. I’m dangerous to be around.”
(Catwoman)
paingirl:
You big dodo head!”
“I knew that deep down inside he was a sad, poor, little monkey.”
“He’s not an animal, [She opens the door and shows a blue whale in their bedroom] he’s a mammal.”
(Bubbles/Powerpuff Girl)
Oceanchick:
“I’m totally cool. I’m totally calm, and I’m totally cool. My calm is exceeded only by my cool. Which is total.” (Kitty)
“Chicks like you give women a bad name.”
“I don’t kill. But I don’t lose, either.” (Batgirl)
NFG:
“I am one unpredictable feather-pluckin’ walrus, KOO-KOO-KA-FREAKIN’-CHOO!” (Deadpool)
More:
“In my day, we only had the one universe. Now it’s like satellite telly. There’s billions of ’em. And they’re all shite.” (Captain Midlands)
Cranky:
“I’m trapped….trapped like a rat on this insane planet….” — Silver Surfer
zZz:
“There’s no need to fear, Underdog is here!!” (Spoon)
Ivan:
“Ninety percent of the casualties of World War I were soldiers, fraulein. But half the people who died in World War II were civilians… Half of sixty-one million. I know why I’m fighting, fraulein. I don’t want to see World War III.” (Captain America)
Kim:
“What power would Hell have if those here imprisoned were not able to dream of Heaven?” (Morpheus; Sandman)
“Settle down? Are you kidding? I’m at the top of my game! I’m right up there with the big dogs! Girls, come on! Leave the saving of the world to the men? I don’t think so! I don’t think so.” (Helen Parr/Elastigirl)
Montrealman:
“You DARE touch me? Serf! Peasant! Never lay hands on your betters!” (Dr. Doom)
“Here’s the real truth. There are eight million people in this city. And those teeming masses exist for the sole purpose of lifting the few exceptional people onto their shoulders. [Me] and me… We’re exceptional.” (Green Goblin)
Hugo to MM:
“Surrender? SURRENDER? You think this letter on my head stands for France?”
(Captain America)
“Superman? You’ll never be Superman. Because you don’t know what it means to be Superman. It’s not about what planet you’re from, or what powers you have, or what symbol you wear on your chest. It’s about what you do. It’s about action.” (Superman to Superboy Prime)
brilliant…*mouse ears* cubed, or less than three <3
Lol Kim.
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_N1npI6e3LGQ/SPBE…
Screeeeeeee!
TTFN:
“Congratulations you sodding bastard, you earn a one-way trip to Traction.”
“I don’t hate you. I just resent having to save your arse on a daily basis.”
“I’m Irish, if I can’t drink it or kick its arse, I don’t see much point in keeping it around.”
(Jenny Sparks)
http://www.motifake.com/image/demotivation…
>: ) Beautiful stuff, Kim. Fookin’ mint!
Made me giggle Kim
Sob, sob, sob, I feel sooo left out. LOL.
Dry them tears Ossifer Tim. This how we see you:
http://iamatvjunkie.typepad.com/i_am_a_tv_…
Saying something ironic in the opening sequence like:
“The vic’s a philosophy professor named Cato , found with his pants around his ankles in a public park. How ironic.”
*cue theme*
http://vimeo.com/653334
Don’t forget Captain Canada
http://images.uncyc.org/commons/d/da/Capta…
Take off, eh!!
I was thinking more like this:
http://www.kingfeatures.com/features/comic…
= )
It’s difficult to imagine annie as a comic book villain. The best I can manage is this:
http://www.newprophecy.net/Johnathan_Harri…
“The pain, the pain”
Or:
http://images.juniorslayouts.com/picture/1…
meets
http://www.fancast.com/blogs/files/2010/02…
http://images.clipartof.com/small/5501-Rom…
meets
http://www.paintingsilove.com/image/show/4…
gotta love you guys 🙂
http://curezone.com/upload/Blogs/weiner.jp…
meets
http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ…
i’m a big softie, this is how i see timothy http://www.morethings.com/pictures/music/r…
Bahaha… what a way to start my Monday morning. Thanks guys.
Very cute, Kim – I think you summed them all up very appropriately!
Hahaha I love you guys!
it’s fecking cold citizens…keep your pets inside and dress warm. i’m off to the meat locker for the day http://s2.thisnext.com/media/largest_dimen…
Bahaha that’s great. Though I see no mention of me…T-T
Meh, me neither b195. We’re not enough of a caricature to draw from, I think.
c’est us beau chapeau!
My feet still haven’t thawed out and I’ve been at the office for 1.5hrs. Brrrr…
it’s all i have on short notice xox
http://www.dragoart.com/tuts/pics/9/3424/1…
ralmn http://janeward.files.wordpress.com/2008/0…
Paingirl’s correct. This is how I felt by the time i reached the gulag this morning:
http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Observ…
Good morning to all from Montreal! Very cold at the moment and, judging from the national weather forecasts, it seems Halifax is also braving the winter blast. I wonder how they’re doing in Spryfield in their wooden shacks?
Just a few quick comments on one of the recent posts to keep the pot boiling (well, simmering). Most were in the form of cartoons which, I suppose, holds a certain fascination for those at the lower end of the rationality spectrum but which, in my case as you might expect, are simply regarded with a blank incredulity.
I must say I found Kim’s “Quotes from The Coast Superheroes” somewhat puzzling, particularly in terms of the attribution of the quotations. In my own case, I looked forward to a few of my philosophical gems but found instead quotations attributed to nonentities such as “Dr. Doom” and “Green Goblin,” neither of whom I recognize. Who are these people, and what are they doing in my space?
In any case the point is academic since I discover that I have been banished from the pantheon of Superheroes. In fact, according to Kim, I never will be a Superhero because I “don’t know what it means to be one.” I thought that Kim might be venturing into philosophy here, perhaps analyzing the criteria of what it DOES mean to be a Superhero but it was not to be. To be a Superhero, according to Kim, is “about what you do. It’s about action.”
Of course, I couldn’t agree more and, indeed, had thought that what I did on this site – bring some glimmerings of philosophical enlightenment to the benighted members of the Halifax Underclass – would have been more than enough to satisfy her criteria and qualify me for membership. But it seems I was wrong. It therefore falls to Kim to explain just why this is so. I await her reflections with keen anticipation.
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
Aw. thx painey – I do love me some fuchsia! 😀
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UPPOli6SK9c/RuCN…
Holy – nailed it, Ivan.
Orgasmatron:
“The three assholes, laying into one guy while everybody else watches? And you wanna know what’s wrong with me?” (Kickass)
http://www.thefilmcynics.com/blog/wp-conte…
prettykitty:
“I am a woman! You hold no mystery for me!” (Cheetara)
http://www.comicvine.com/cheetara/29-11143…
loved that movie miss kimmy http://www.filmofilia.com/wp-content/uploa…
ralmn is a hard one…so many choices = )
OK annie, you can be a Stuporhero. You may choose to be any one of the following.
http://tuesdaysketch.files.wordpress.com/2…
http://tuesdaysketch.files.wordpress.com/2…
http://tuesdaysketch.files.wordpress.com/2…
http://tuesdaysketch.files.wordpress.com/2…
http://tuesdaysketch.files.wordpress.com/2…
i always picture us bitches like this http://www.harrisfellman.com/wp-content/up…
merci sir hugo ✔✔✔
ralmn:
“If it means interfering in an ensconced, outdated system, to help just one woman, man or child…I’m willing to accept the consequences.”
“Peace is a virtue. A state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence and justice. It is not simply the absence of war.”
“What was it that John Lennon said? ‘Love is the flower you’ve got to let grow.’ Let it grow already, and quit trying to legislate it!”
~Wonderwoman!
Ahahah nice. I haven’t seen Kick-Ass yet because I want to read the comic first. I *just* watched 300 last night and hopefully I’ll watch the Watchmen tonight as I’m almost through the book. >.>
Sometimes, I picture us bitches like this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_V-GI2BQss
This how I see us:
http://www.horroria.com/i/nstills/17/20/11…
A bunch of alcoholc old Brit actors sweltering in a jungle against long odds. >; )
hahaha i like them all…perhaps a bit of each
http://www.atom.com/funny_videos/creature_…
ok, I can deal with Wonderwoman 🙂
She Rawks.
{“according to Kim, I never will be a Superhero because I “don’t know what it means to be one.”}
Neither does she!! Her post is nothing more than regurgitation of quotes. Not even related to a Marvel battle or that of nemesis.
Furthermore; the Joker, Catwomen, Dr. Doom and Green goblin are villains! And Batman a superhero? debatable at most! WTF
Alright now all, use your powers and say BAA BAA.
😛
Fuck, Balls I can’t stop laughing 😉
You got me, Sheldon…I mean Balls.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PvwtS0htyk…
I’ve been wronged. underdog???
zZz SMASH underdog.
CARTOON CONTEST
As an indication of my intellectual flexibility I have changed my mind about the cartoons posted on this thread, at least those after my last appearance. As with those anthropologists who have studied the cave paintings at Altimira, Lascaux and other sites in Europe, I have come to realize that such cartoons constitute a legitimate expression of thought in pre- and sub-literate cultures such as, of course, that found on Bitch. To that end, I have established certain simple criteria in terms of which each cartoon might be assessed. These are: (a) artistic merit, (b) philosophical insight, and (c) identifiable traces of humour.
After mature reflection I have winnowed the list down to an “Honourable Mention” and “The Champion.”
Honourable Mention goes to Ivan (10:19AM) showing the picture of the intellectual with the light plug in his ass. This goes a long way to answer that old question, “How many intellectuals are required to plug in a lightbulb?” The answer: “More than one!” While weak on artistic merit and philosophical insight, the cartoon displayed an undeniable sense of humour. Congratulations Ivan!
The Champion cartoon goes to… Paingirl!Her portrayal of monkeys as the appropriate depiction of the Bitchers satisfied both the artistic and humourous criteria. However, and most importantly, she also satisfied the criterion of philosophical insight. She picked up on my point about rationality being species-specific to human beings, that it is foundational characteristic definitive of what it means to be human. The monkeys came close but, as we all agree, no cigar. Congratulations to Paingirl!!!
A word of thanks to Balls (7:12PM) who, in effect, pulled Kim’s panties down when he demonstrated that, while denying me the status of “Superhero” on the grounds that I didn’t know what it meant to be one, she didn’t know what it meant to be one either! As a penalty Kim must, on a float at the next Gay Pride Parade in Halifax, demonstrate the latest in strap-on fashions! “Au naturel” of course!
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
Now, this is more like what the Bitch underworld is like – especially with Annie showing up.
What’s with you and panties annie?
http://www.dpchallenge.com/image.php?IMAGE…
BTW, your reply was really quite witty, for a philosopher.
Oops… missed the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ57TYKSqmQ…
http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-sn…
Careful what you wish for…
http://anastasiaporter.files.wordpress.com…
Really laughing, you guys are great.
ralmn, that link completely changes the meanig of your post 😉
Ivan, how many flavours?
A scaredey cat, lol.
I dost suspect montrealman, that thine closet dost contain more than a single pair of these ;0
http://rickoshea.files.wordpress.com/2008/…
Of course, there’s his strolling pair:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/18144854/ruffl…
Bahawhawhaw – and I thought the model was a short pudgy man not a fucking infant – bahawhawhaw – that’ll teach me to look at shit without me specs.
Still, in size XXXXL, they’d be fabulous!
Don’t chicks drink beer at pubs, play ultimate frisbee, and dislike Lady Gaga too? Totally masculin.
that’s funny ttfn, but i’m not going to google men in frilly undies. yes mr. fat and sometimes we don’t have a lot of shoes or war paint
You’re right, Balls, Batman isn’t your typical superhero. How could I have missed it! Upperclassism is not the only thing MM and Batman have in common:
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Do1wtnYf2yQ/SHjM…
MvEMNyXni0/s400/batspank.jpg
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/48/10858512…
http://media.comicvine.com/uploads/0/40/14…
oops, that didn’t work:
http://www.bay-of-fundie.com/img/2010/batm…
Revised MM quotes:
“Robin is going to be a good soldier. A very good soldier.”
“For what it’s worth, I’m not into bondage.”
(Bruce Wayne)
“Oh Dennis dear, don’t stray too close to the edge”
http://www.goofbutton.com/images/kliban_kl…
This one fits here:
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_mhSkSvqAgjQ/SJxQ28bE…
= )
Here’s my favourite superhero:
http://goodcomics.comicbookresources.com/w…
My first instinct was to pair you up with Tankgirl, TTFN, but then I thought maybe it was too much…I guess not = )
http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ…
Nope – I think it represents my Double Dee assets quite nicely. Too bad they point south.
Meh, our neighbours to the south could use some ammunition pointed their way… just give us a little leg up in the “who’s boss” argument.
m.m., the superhero defined.
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?…
Watching HLN today, saw a story on Tankgirl corrupting the youth of America – right fucking on! Let them torps fly.
Hello again from Montreal!
Some interesting cave paintings posted for my perusal reflecting, of course, the nature of the Underclass Minds of the senders. A few dismissive comments should suffice:
: Is this an accurate portrayal of Kim? (5:21PM). My God, while I didn’t think she’d have any trouble modelling the miniscule “Wee Willie Wanker” strap-on during the Halifax Gay Pride Parade, I did think she might have trouble with the awe-inspiring “Zepplin” (sometimes known as the “Hindenberg”) which requires shoulder-straps and a back-brace. But Kim seems to have the weight required to carry it off.
: I think that Ivan (5:17PM) might have used a little of that “Philosophical Mind Jelly” on his own head but then, of course, there’s little hope of any lotion cultivating anything remotely resembling philosophical thought in his cranial cavity.
: I didn’t realize that Batman (Kim, 9:02PM) was into “disipline” but he sounds like my kind of guy. But why in God’s name didn’t he pull her panties down?
: TTFN – No kiddy stuff for Montrealman thank you very much!
: Yes, I backed up too far (Ivan, 9:25PM) but the view has its compensations.
: Sucks (Jan 27, 8:03PM) is struggling with the definition of “Superhero” which his references (such as they are) defines ad “Captain Douche.” Of course, “douche” means “shower” in French, Sucks, and I must say I do try to maintain appropriate standards of hygiene. I’m sure you could profit from Captain Douche’s example.
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq0zNqj6KdY
= )
Morning all:)
Annie – question. When a Doctor gets a Ph.D., what’s the proper way to address them? For example, how do you refer to Samuel López De Victoria, Ph.D.?
About your usage of the third person… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROPEICInVPY
Hello again from Montreal. A cold day forecast for today as I expect is the case in Spryfield. You can’t help wondering how they will manage.
: Kim (1:22PM) is getting defensive about her weight (cf. the video “Very Funny”) but she should reflect on the Iron Age love goddesses with their enormous pendulous breasts and massive buttocks. They were the ideal! Also, your girth will hold you in good stead at the Halifax Gay Pride Parade this summer when, wearing high heels only, you hoist the “Hindenberg” to the cheers of the mob. I’m sure you will be the hit of the Parade! In the meantime, try to stop traumatizing your cat.
: Hugo “The Simpleton” Hurst (10:54AM) asks, “When a Doctor gets a Ph.D., what is the proper way to address them?” First, one must try to be grammatical. The last word in the question should be “him” or “her,” not “them.” Second, a Ph.D. should be addressed verbally as “Doctor” and “Dr.” in written communication. The “Ph.D.” is used only after the title of publications (excepting professional journals where it is assumed one has one) and on office nameplates. He asks how one refers to “Samuel Lopez de Valerio.” I never refer to him since I have never heard of him before. On Googling him I discovered why: He is a psychology teacher “Miami Dade College.” That was enough for me. (Are you thinking of enrolling?) In case one does want to refer to him, follow the rules above.
Yes, because of my iconic status on this site I’m thinking of referring to myself in future in the third person. It has a certain regal ring to it, don’t you think? Send me your thoughts.
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
LOL – the dolt, that doesn’t know the difference between “imply and infer”, is criticizing my grammar.
Annie, you should really read some of the writings of Dr. Samuel López De Victoria Ph.D., he’s quite educational and informative, especially concerning your personality disorders.
Two points:
1. The Simpleton criticizes me for not knowing the difference between “imply and infer” when I used neither word in my post. LOL, the dolt!
2. Not unexpectedly, the Simpleton next goes on to confound my instructions regarding the use of “Dr.” and “Ph.D.” One never – no never – uses both at the same time, not even at “Miami Dade College!” An inexcusable academic solecism! LOL, the dolt!
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
Remember posting this smeghead?
“Oceanlady doesn’t appears to grasp that she is simply caling me unintelligent by inference, and so subject…”
As I said then, she would imply, you infer.
Reduced coginative and recall abilities?
No, Smegface, I don’t have any “reduced coginative (sic) and recall abilities” as you suggest. However, I think that you may.
Actually, I don’t remember that posting but, obviously for some obsessvie reasons Smegface, you do. How far back does it go? What is the date? I know that you are enraged that you don’t have a Ph.D. and, of course, like all the others in the Underclass, you think that you should have one, that you are their intellectual equal, but Smegface, you are wrong. You are not their equal.
Oceanchick could have been “implying” (or insinuating) as you demand or, as I maintained “inferring” (or deducing) as I suggested, but what does it matter? What is the date of your quotation, Smegface? How long has this been festering in your bitter consciousness?
You are a bitter man Smeg. Let it go. Reconcile yourself to your reduced lot.
A pleasure, or maybe not so much.
Cheerio!
the monsieur has forsaken his form
http://arjunaardagh.files.wordpress.com/20…
Guten Morgen, meine Kolleginnen und Redneck Unterschicht Strutters.
Brot Mädchen. Ein Narzisst nicht wie mit Aufmerksamkeit auf sich gezogen, ihre Fehler und Irrtümer, treibt er sie wahnsinnig.
Annie, it’s not that I remembered your posts, it’s that I remember what I have posted. One thing that we both seem to agree on though, your writings aren’t worthy of being remembered.
As for me being jealous of you or your phd, the idea is laughable. I chose a life of “doing” rather than sitting in a closed environment, living life vicariously through other peoples books.
What have you really done? What have you really experienced? Have you climbed a mountain (not that I have), have you ever swum in the corral reefs of Hawaii, seen the Southern Cross?
I would not trade what I’ve seen and experienced throughout my life, for all the doctorates in the world.
Sméagol, you are a limited and closed intellect, that’s the really sad part.
So, true, Hugo. I wouldn’t trade my life experiences for 3 PhDs and a retarded hamster. Armchair intellectualism only exercises the brain, not the spirit.
Since I’m on a uni-nostalgia kick this morning I’ll chime in here as well. I had the great privilege of taking classes in Russian Lit. at Dal from an ex-dissident who was able to get out when the door of detente opened in the mid-70s. Later, we lived on the same street and I would often encounter him, a shambling little bear of a man with a face etched with the tragic history of his land but which could light up in a dazzling smile when meeting a former student. He would always make grave inquiries about my health and other former students and then he would ask me my thoughts about some current event. He would nod his head, considering my response and bid me a good day and continue on along the sidewalk. I never once saw him ask a person their opinion and use it as an excuse to tell them his.
And that is the mark of a true intellectual. Rest easy, Yuri.
Lolz – retatrded hamsters. I think that there might be more than one around here 😉
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_psVkzdwdYTM/SuY7…
http://wannasmile.files.wordpress.com/2008…
I’ll take a retarded hamster over our resident peda/demagogue any day. For one thing his cage is probably cleaner than Annie’s and at least a hamster is cognizant of the fact that the exercise wheel is just spinning around and around – going no place.
Whereas Annie, is oblivious.
http://www.rickywolking.com/news/uploads/H…
When I posted Stewie laughing, it wasn’t until it was too late that I realized it was a false laugh. I actually thought it was funny, MM–in a twisted, perverted way = ) I’m glad to see that you can relax enough occasionally to have some fun = ).
I noted that too, paingirl…LS gets under MM’s skin and knocks him out of character from time to time, as well. = )
And now for something completely different.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ur5fGSBsfq8
Brilliant Hugo. Cogito Ergo Goooaaaaaaallllll!
I never saw that one before…very amusing = )
Well, well, well, I thought that this thread was dead and so busied myself with other matters of a higher order. Astoundingly, however, on a fast check I see that I was wrong! (Can you believe it?) So on to the mailbag.
: Since he posted three times, it’s first to “The Psychotic” (9:20PM; 11:15AM; 3:08PM) – I WAS right before! He IS psychotic! I thought I might have helped him out but his bitter envy is obviously all-consuming. He’s too far gone. It must be hell but, nonetheless, it’s bye-bye from me. Don’t write back.
: Paingirl (8:18PM) You’re right, I did “forsake my form” but for sheer psychotic nastiness you’ve got to admit that The Psycho takes the cake. I suppose that was the reason for the loss of form to which you refer. Montrealman is human, after all. However, since I’ve now deleted him from my list of correspondents, I’m sure I’ll soon be back on form in jigg time.
: TTFN (11:50AM) I was fascinated by your statement, “Armchair intellectuals only exercise the brain, not the spirit.” While your claim that I am an “armchair intellectual” is, in the usual fashion, totally unfounded – I’m engaging with members of the Underclass like yourself, aren’t I? – I was intrigued by your claim that you, in contrast to me, “exercise the spirit.” Would you tell us how this is done? Does it involve restraints?
: Ivan (12:17PM) relates a very interesting story about an old teacher of his which, of course, reminded me of myself. I was therefore puzzled by his statement that “I never once saw him ask a person their opinion and use it as an excuse to tell them his own.” Assuming he is talking about Montrealman, I have never asked anyone their opinion on this site (or any other, for that matter). Can Ivan give an example? (Of course, I’m not asking Ivan’s opinion about anything, just the facts.)
: Ivan (1:26PM) is back up quickly to contrast me with the hamster on his exercise wheel. He (Ivan, not the hamster) writes: “But IS the hamster cognizant of the fact that the exercise wheel is just spinning around – and going nowhere?”
An interesting question, one requiring some analysis of rodent intelligence which I am confident Ivan will furnish on request. But, of course, Ivan is implying that Montrealman’s philosophy lessons are, similarly, going nowhere. But is this true? Look at Ivan’s account of his teacher. Look at its length. Look at the depth of reflection. I claim that Ivan stands as his own refutation, an outcome, of course, of Montrealman’s dialogical philosophy lessons. Congratulations, Ivan!
: Finally, Kim (3:32PM) states that she didn’t realize that the character in her video was giving a false laugh which I assumed, to my amusement, was the case. Anyway, and reassuringly, Kim now understands that Montrealman can also relax and have some fun. Yes, LS used to get under my skin (but no more) because of his macho stupidity but he never had The Psycho’s malevolence which is another matter. But I’m interested in learning whether Kim is doing her exercises preparatory to hoisting the “Hindenberg” at the upcoming Halifax Gay Pride Parade. It’s time to start doing your squats, Kim – good for the back muscles.
Well, we’ve done it again. Another triumph!
A pleasure as always.
Cheerio!
Yawn
You’ll be back bitch, I’m yo crack, ‘n u my ho.
And your answer to my question…is nothing. OK, got it.
Ivan, what’s Annie looking for in that photo anyway?
My mother said I must always be intolerant of ignorance but understanding of illiteracy. That some people, unable to go to school, were more educated and more intelligent than college professors. – Maya Angelou
http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs37/f/2008/270…
@Hugo – Tenure >; )
Excellent Ivan, I didn’t think of that one :>) lolz
Brot Mädchen, lovely pic & sentiment.
TTFN & LS, I saw a ‘WTF??’ ad on CNN last night, I couldn’t help but think of how much fun you two could have on this site ;O messin with their poor little heads.
http://www.christiansingles.com/
OMFG Hugo – that would make a great episode of Ultimate Warrior. Smart money is on our Visigoths. >; )
“marriage minded christian singles”… man, you can find all types on the internet these days, huh?
ha.
It’s a veritable smorgasbord of every deviant behaviour known to man. *troz*
Geeze, Ivan, that would be like shooting fish in a barrel – bahawhawhawhaw – gotta love those ‘hit between the eyes with a 2×4’ Christians!
It wouldn’t be sporting; it would be fucking hilarious >; )
…sort of like watching Lady Gaga showing Bishop Lahey what a hot date she can be.
“Heh Heh, you like that doncha Bitch?”
http://img.perezhilton.com/wp-content/uplo…
And, if you can’t score with the Christians (or don’t want to), there is another easy-to-score-at site:
http://www.theuglybugball.com/index.php
I could post a phony bio and add: I presently have a restraining order against organized religion. That shit-grinning Poop in a pointy hat owes me big time – I want compensation for having to choke down at least 1000 communion wafers without the benefit of a bottle of Cap Morgans.
So glad I’ve been out of the dating scene for about 25 years now. Here’s a picture of SOBova & I when we first started seeing each other.
http://www.enotes.com/w/images/thumb/b/ba/…
Hey, it was the late 80s; it was a much more innocent time.
please accept this communion….
it is but waffer thin.
oh no, I have trodden in Mr’s bucket.
There’s even a site for MM:
http://www.intellectualpassions.com/
Possible Lifemate for him:
http://www.intellectualpassions.com/seeme/…
Definite Funmate for him:
http://www.intellectualpassions.com/seeme/…
Well, there’s how Annie views himself:
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_yPWyFZEdY0s/TRx9…
He’s the one in the middle.
And then, there’s how we view him:
http://www.cyberpresse.ca/images/bizphotos…
Congratulations on getting published.
Bahahahaha Kim that’s great, especially the 2nd “girl”.
Lolz, this is great folks 🙂
Something I don’t know Ivan? Annie published?
Speaking of….smeghead you dolt, it’s Samuel López De Victoria, not Samuel Lopez de Valerio. Geesh, learn to read & spell. By the way Dr. Sam has his own web-site, do you? I’ll come visit….promise 🙂
Anyway annie, what’s so wrong with Miami Dade College? Did they reject you?
Beats Me Hugo. Picture #2 is fellow quebec academic Valery Fabrikant who took “Publish or Perish” to bold new heights. Hint, Hint Annie.
Jesus Ivan, that was one fucked-up acadamia nut.
At least we don’t have to worry about Annie doing this, she’s dismiss the bullets as irrelevant, and try to “envision” us to death.
“Acadamia Nut” – God’s Holy Trousers ! Brother you are ON this morning. Loving it.
For all we know Annie IS Fabrikant – broadcasting from his Batcave at Archambeault.