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May 18 2007, 10:46 PM
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Time for the next one, people. Have fun!  QUOTE(minque) This is meant to be a place where you can talk about anything without having to stay on topic. Feel free to ask questions, to talk about the things in your life you like to share with your fellow-members. Or just step inside for a while, have a coffe and a good chat! You may feel free to post whatever you like as long as it is within the rules of the forum. But if the conversation degrades to spam, you will be treated as though you are spamming anywhere else on the forum. This is a thread where you can relax and talk about personal things, but it is not to be used as an excuse to make pointless posts. Please help to keep this alive and well and a place where we can meet and share. Enjoy your stay here!!!
QUOTE(Alexander) We had intended the coffee shop to be a nice place where people could talk about their daily activities and such, kinda like the Lurkers Lair on the Official Forums. It didn't quite turn out that way though, people have been taking advantage of their freedoms in here, there has been a lot of spamming and even some flaming. We will not tolerate that any longer. So unfortunately we've had to decide to increase the rules for this thread. Of course the normal forum rules still apply, but we'll elaborate here.: 1. No spamming. We consider double posting and posting posts with only a few words to be spam. If you do that your post will be deleter or moved, do it too often and you might receive a warning for it. We also consider chit-chat spam. This forum has a special chat channel for chatting, you're welcome to go there, and chat with other members or with the staff as we're always there, doing it in here is not allowed. The address to that chatroom is: W4O chat And for assistence to use a chat like this, I recommend looking over this thread: http://forums.waiting4oblivion.com/viewtopic.php?t=248Or contacting one of the Administrators. 2. No discussion of accounts or warnings. There shall be no more discussion about members, about accounts, about how many warnings you've gotten or anything like that. 3. No trolling. No posting of random nonsense, no posting of irrelevant things, no posting the same thing over and over just to get it noticed, no swearing or flaming. 4. No religion or politics. No discussion about religion or politics is to be had in these threads. If you want to discuss religion or politics, please do make another thread, or if another such thread already exists, please post in it. If you have a question about the rules of the forums, feel free to ask it to either a Global Moderator or an Administrator. If you're unsure if something is fit to post here, it might be. Again best to ask a Global Moderator or Administrator. If you're wondering how we think a Lair or the Coffee Shop should look like, what we do allow, then I recommend taking a look at the Lurkers Lair at the Official Forums. Edited to add rules ~ Wolfie
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stargelman |
Jun 19 2007, 09:09 AM
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As you know, I rarely post here. I rarely post on this forums for that matter. But I got something to share today that I experienced yesterday, so here goes.
I was at work yesterday morning, sitting next to a collegue of mine discussing a particular problem related to switching over a source code repository from CVS to Subversion (yeah, very interesting, I know) when the top boss of the company I work with passes, stops, turns around and asks me to come to a meeting in the late afternoon, without specifying what it would be about. I asked around, others were asked to come too, but nobody knew why. There were jokes being made about heads rolling, but quite honestly, most people had a rather bad feeling.
When the time drew nearer, things got hectic for a reason I can't go into. Anyway, at the appointed time we go down to the office of the top boss and there were already quite a few people there, everyone involved in the project I'm working on and I think I saw several people go "uh-oh" in their minds.
So what happens? We expect a chewing-out or a talking-to of the "Guys, we are in a crisis and you have to fix it! Right now! We're not leaving this room before this works!" kind. And then, something truely amazing happened.
The top boss broke out the cigars and booze.
Cuban cigars. Real honest expensive scottish whiskey. We sat there for two hours, smoking our cigars and drinking our whiskey, laughing and discussing and generally having fun. And all the time, we were getting paid for it. The top boss let us in on what was going on: a big success was achieved, and he 'blamed' it on our hard work and dedication, and thanked us for it several times.
Best. Meeting. Ever.
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blockhead |
Jun 19 2007, 03:35 PM
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Finder

Joined: 23-March 07
From: Lokken

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QUOTE(stargelman @ Jun 19 2007, 04:09 AM)  The top boss broke out the cigars and booze.
Cuban cigars. Real honest expensive scottish whiskey. We sat there for two hours, smoking our cigars and drinking our whiskey, laughing and discussing and generally having fun. And all the time, we were getting paid for it. The top boss let us in on what was going on: a big success was achieved, and he 'blamed' it on our hard work and dedication, and thanked us for it several times.
Best. Meeting. Ever.
Woa. Wow. That is beyond cool. I don't smoke but I can appreciate a fine beverage. Again, wow. This once again proves the old adage that truth is stranger than fiction.
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milanius |
Jun 19 2007, 10:52 PM
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QUOTE(stargelman @ Jun 19 2007, 08:09 AM)  As you know, I rarely post here. I rarely post on this forums for that matter. But I got something to share today that I experienced yesterday, so here goes.
I was at work yesterday morning, sitting next to a collegue of mine discussing a particular problem related to switching over a source code repository from CVS to Subversion (yeah, very interesting, I know) when the top boss of the company I work with passes, stops, turns around and asks me to come to a meeting in the late afternoon, without specifying what it would be about. I asked around, others were asked to come too, but nobody knew why. There were jokes being made about heads rolling, but quite honestly, most people had a rather bad feeling.
When the time drew nearer, things got hectic for a reason I can't go into. Anyway, at the appointed time we go down to the office of the top boss and there were already quite a few people there, everyone involved in the project I'm working on and I think I saw several people go "uh-oh" in their minds.
So what happens? We expect a chewing-out or a talking-to of the "Guys, we are in a crisis and you have to fix it! Right now! We're not leaving this room before this works!" kind. And then, something truely amazing happened.
The top boss broke out the cigars and booze.
Cuban cigars. Real honest expensive scottish whiskey. We sat there for two hours, smoking our cigars and drinking our whiskey, laughing and discussing and generally having fun. And all the time, we were getting paid for it. The top boss let us in on what was going on: a big success was achieved, and he 'blamed' it on our hard work and dedication, and thanked us for it several times.
Best. Meeting. Ever.
Karma, man. KARMA. Sometimes good guys win, even if it's less than 1:10000 chance  As for me, I'm slowly getting sucked into a world of Freeware MMO's - the name of the game is LAST CHAOS... it's far from perfect, it's FAR from RPG [hardcore RPG fans will know why if they try it]... but golly gosh, it's DAMN ADDICTIVE. Now I'm going to grind some more and go get a midnight coffee. Starge, once again, GG.
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milanius |
Jun 21 2007, 01:10 AM
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QUOTE(Zarrexaij @ Jun 21 2007, 12:03 AM)  Mmm. That's it, I'm making my own damn pizzas!
Just got my pizzas out of the oven, a cheese and a pepperoni pizza. ZOMG. The sauce is spicy yet sweet. The crust is light and fluffy. This so beats Pizza Hutt.
My day has been good, albeit boring. I thought up an idea last night about a twist on DnD.... been figuring out the mechanics. ZOMG I'm a nerd and a geek. It involves dinosaurs. >:D
You are back, you funky fresh Dungeon DUUM Masta <3 And you even got Pizza! I'll bring coffee. Last Chaos is kinda grindy kind of game, but there are some interesting, if not really spooky places. Lost cities, with no soul in them, and then, woods filled with things that can chop your head off in 3 hits. Damnit. I am an addict. This post has been edited by milanius: Jun 21 2007, 01:13 AM
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The Metal Mallet |
Jun 21 2007, 04:25 AM
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Joined: 18-June 06
From: Kitchener, ON, Canada

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Well I certainly enjoyed my last day of high school. All I did today was go to first period to watch the ending of a movie with have to analyze on our exam. After that, I spent the rest of the day outside and just goofed off with my friends: did some human jousting, lots of photos (most of which look inappropriate  ), and after school we went to my friend's place and we had a big waterfight. I can safely say everyone got soaked. After that we had some pizza, played some Ultimate Football (we used an American football because we couldn't find a frisbee), then went and had some bubble tea. Much fun was had by all, but all that sun left me pretty red on the face and neck to the point that I'm sore and tired. All that's left is two days of exams, both days I have 2 exams which is annoying but at least I'm finished high school completely next Monday. Next, comes the interesting experience of college in a provincial capital. Oh yea, and I'm seeing Tool on Sunday! Woo! \m/
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Priest of Sithis |
Jun 21 2007, 04:40 AM
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Joined: 7-March 07
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I broke up with my girlfriend last night, mostly because I am really lazy. Story goes, I was supposed to call her about when I was coming home, because a friend of hers was coming t stay with us. I was supposed to pick my gf up, then go to the airport and pick up her friend. Me being me, I forgot and arrived at my house with the two females steaming. They ended up calling a neighbor and the neighbor came to pick them up. I just dropped my head, and walked to my bedroom. I laid in my bed, then "GF" came in and we had a huge fight, and I just stopped that right then and there. I told her that we should take some time off, and that we should keep talking. She stormed out, and her friend left with her. She hasn't said when she'll come take her stuff, but I feel really bad.  Maybe we can work it out..... I really felt a connection with her. Oh and Stargel, congrats on the high class party amigo!
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If we wait for the moment when everything, absolutely everything is ready, we shall never begin. - Ivan Turgenev
It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, in the end. - Ursula Le Guin
Know yourself and you will win all battles. - Sun Tzu
Quid quid latine dictum sit, altum videtur
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Zarrexaij |
Jun 22 2007, 02:55 AM
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Joined: 29-April 05
From: Chickasha, Oklahoma

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QUOTE Oh yea, and I'm seeing Tool on Sunday! Woo! \m/ .... I HATE YOU. YOU BIG MEANIE BOBEANIE.... head.  J/K I actually had a decent breakfast of hashbrowns, peppered bacon, and pancakes today. Yay! I went to my boyfriend's and spent about 7 hours there. He had a minor migraine. We watched movies and cuddled as always. I had lunch over there, too (spaghetti, meat sauce, and cheesy garlic bread). I'm still full, and that was... well, between 2 to 3 hours ago. It's almost the end of June, and it's the 21st. About two months until my boyfriend heads off for college.  I'm happy for him at the same time, but I'm going to be so sad when he finally leaves. Oh well, what can ya do. We agreed on this together, because it would be the best for both of us. He's going to go to college for four years and meet lots of new people. I, however, will be in college for 7+ years, and I'll have one year or so of internship. That's what I get for wanting to get a Ph.D to practice clinical psychology. So I have a job during grad school, I'm doubling my majors so I can also get a B.S. in Computer Science. I'll have an awesome job so I'll be able to support myself. I hate relying on others. There is an opening for library page here. YES! I'm going to apply tomorrow at the library. I've been wanting to work at the library for soooo long! PoS, more than likely you'll sort things out. Seems like you said that in the heat of the moment, and I can tell you being impulsive and hotheaded is not fun. In my near four years of being with my boyfriend I've said the dumbest, meanest things in heated debates and I always regret them later. She'll probably come around, and if she understands the situation I'm sure she'll try to work things out. How long have you two been together? I can tell you one thing, the longer you guys are together, the more understanding the person gets. I'm definitely not an easy person to deal with because of my.... err, psychological disorder, but my boyfriend no longer goes "WTF?" and stares when I'm having my episodes. This post has been edited by Zarrexaij: Jun 22 2007, 02:55 AM
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Priest of Sithis |
Jun 24 2007, 04:22 AM
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Joined: 7-March 07
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It'll have been two years in i think three weeks.... yeah, three weeks
She called earlier today and said a lot of weird stuff. First, she said that she wanted to go see a movie with me, idk, how do you respond to that? Second, she talked about what her and her friend did. Again, what do you say to that? I hung the phone up after saying i had to go to work. I dont know what i am feeling right now, but it is a mixture of regret, sadness, and strangely, relief. Ill keep y'all posted on the updates because I know that you are dying to know what happens to the Priests' love life.
As a sidenote, to all you women out there, what was the purpose of the phonecall? Is she trying to play mindgames with me?
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If we wait for the moment when everything, absolutely everything is ready, we shall never begin. - Ivan Turgenev
It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, in the end. - Ursula Le Guin
Know yourself and you will win all battles. - Sun Tzu
Quid quid latine dictum sit, altum videtur
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blockhead |
Jun 24 2007, 03:21 PM
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Joined: 23-March 07
From: Lokken

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QUOTE(Priest of Sithis @ Jun 23 2007, 11:22 PM)  It'll have been two years in i think three weeks.... yeah, three weeks
She called earlier today and said a lot of weird stuff. First, she said that she wanted to go see a movie with me, idk, how do you respond to that? Second, she talked about what her and her friend did. Again, what do you say to that? I hung the phone up after saying i had to go to work. I dont know what i am feeling right now, but it is a mixture of regret, sadness, and strangely, relief. Ill keep y'all posted on the updates because I know that you are dying to know what happens to the Priests' love life.
As a sidenote, to all you women out there, what was the purpose of the phonecall? Is she trying to play mindgames with me?
Well, I'm not a woman, and I am a blockhead ... but here is my take on your situation anyway. Essentially, she asked you to do something. You agreed (as far as I know). You forgot and didn't do it. These things happen: it is unfortunate but we all make such mistakes periodically. Right now, she is upset with you ... but the fact that she called you and asked you to see a movie indicates (to me) that she still cares for you and still wants to still be with you but (for whatever reason) is unsure as to how to go about communicating this to you. Her talking about her friend seems to me just a way to start/continue the conversation: ie, I see her thinking to herself "oh god I want to keep talking to him! Quick, self, think of a topic!". Often, what appears to be mindgames is the result of indecision and fear. On the other hand, you say relief ... perhaps on some subconscious level, you no longer want to be with this woman? You need to decide and form an agreement with yourself before you take any action on this matter.. Again, I am a blockhead ... so I could be utterly, horribly, wrong. Grain of salt and all that.
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The Metal Mallet |
Jun 25 2007, 10:35 PM
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Joined: 18-June 06
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Oh man, the Tool concert was freakin' sweet. The visuals were simply mindblowing and musically, the band was spot on, though sometimes it was hard to hear Maynard over everything (though I have a feeling that's something they want to happen). If I remember correctly, I think the setlist was this:
Jambi Stinkfist (extended solo) 46 & Two Schism (adapted midsection) Right In Two Lost Keys/Rosetta Stoned Wings For Marie/10,000 Days (Wings pt2) Lateralus (extended solo) Vicarious
I might've mixed up the order in the middle but I'm fairly confident that was the setlist. Pretty sweet list I might add since I actually like the new CD more than Lateralus (though the title track is my favourite song from that CD). The only annoying thing were two drunk girls with annoying screams that made me want to punch them in the throat so they would shutup, and someone puked right beside us during the last song.
Other than that I had a great night!
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"This body, holding me makes me feel eternal. All this pain is an illusion" - Parabola (Tool) "This here ain't called boasting, it's called truthin' " - Mango Kid (Danko Jones)
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Ibis |
Jun 26 2007, 08:37 PM
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Joined: 30-March 06
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Metal, so glad to hear the ending of your hs was so delightful and if you are still burnt or sore, put lanocaine on it. People get beet red down here in Fla. but they say it doesnt hurt when they use that. I use sunscreen and hats myself.  The concert sounds awesome! Sithis, I'm so sorry to hear about your misunderstanding w/ your gf. It sounds like the kind of trouble that can be patched up if you have a good relationship. A hint from a longtime wife - women love to be remembered. Even a phone call if you can't be on time saves so much trouble ... a good idea is a little whiteboard message board with attached pen near the front door. You can each jot a message if your leaving suddenly & you can also use it to remember some grocery items. Yay that she called you! That's a peace offering or as we call it in Florida 'passing the feather'. Old Seminole tradition at meetings was that he who holds the feather speaks ... she's made the first step towards reconciliation ... now it's your turn to reach back to her. Sort out your feelings, then call her back and speak from the heart. Congratz Starg! Benevolence is its own reward, some man at work told us that one, I pass it on.
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milanius |
Jun 27 2007, 08:59 AM
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Ibis is alive... HOLY MUFFINS. Hi Ibis! o/
Anyway, I have no idea how did I survive these last 5 days. Extreme heat and damp caused us all serious problems [it gets drastic with parents, because of blood pressure, conditions & all], so we resorted to many ingenious tricks, like drinking coffee with neighbors in our building hallway, complete shutdown & blackening the entire house with shades, keeping up the poor ventilator [no air conditioning, boo!] on for hours and sleeping trough the entire day. Folks, it's just THAT hot. I wanted to take a nap on the afternoon yesterday and ended up passing out, literally. When mom woke me up it was 20:00 and I barely took food.
Thankfully, I have caffeine in my system now. Let's see how does another day in desert roll.
This post has been edited by milanius: Jun 27 2007, 09:00 AM
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Wolfie |
Jun 27 2007, 01:24 PM
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Yeah.... Ibis can appear, post, and vanish again for prolonged periods of time i hte blink of any eye! Truly a mysterious power... 
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