Imponderables: Friday Is Upon Us by nvghostrider

Competition for a mate naturally.

As seen in nature the male seems to have the bright colors or extra attachments (antlers and the like) to signify their status.

That and they fight, or dance. Wierd them mens.

Anyhoo I had it explained to me this way. I hope not too much offense is taken as I mean not to offend.

Women lie. Not all of them but some of them. They do this because they are less physically powerful than a man. A man can beat your skull his fist much easier than a woman. But a woman will rely on cunning quicker than a man. A woman may lie to keep food in her cache, to persuade a possible mate that she is a better mate than the one available, and to keep from being physically harmed. It was developed over time and has been modified according to the changing times. It is why the female of the species is much more attractive than the male. It is why the male looks at the revealing and painted type more often.

But there is the ruse. Again the female has used cunning to attain her goal.

SO that is it. A defense mechanism. I'm just sore that the male is no longer the pretty one, I am unable to bear children, and the female is still the smarter of the species.

Damn. Think I just lost Dude Points for that one.

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008 9:01 AM

Yep negative dude points. You really want the ability to bear children? It sounds awful to me. I'm glad we drew the long straw on that one personally.

So, deep down women hate other successful women because they're worried that she is more desirable? How come guys aren't the same? It seems like success is even more closely tied to what kind of mate a man can pull in than it is for women. I mean to some extent guys can be jealous and rip on other successful guys but for the most part it seems like we idolize them rather than try to tear them down. See: sports stars, successful business men, etc.

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008 10:27 AM

That's because we emulate what we would rather be. If we see a more successful male we might try using those observations to better ourselves.

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008 1:16 PM

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Originally posted by Zeek: Why do women hate on each other so much?

If you ever find the answer, please tell me. I'm a girl and *I* can't even figure it out ><

so, it's wednesday ^_^ well actually, day's almost over.

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008 5:00 PM

Here's a ponder: should I take a really interesting-sounding class that *just* became open to sophomores (which i was hoping would happen) when it's held from 6 to 9 at night? I appreciate feedback on this one, cuz i'm torn ><

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 5:04 AM

Once again not Friday. What a cruel calendar.

Don't know about the 6-9PM class. I had a class that went past 6PM and it was sorta annoying. I lived off campus at the time and the bus stopped running at 5:30. I didn't have a parking permit to park on campus so I just had to park illegally those nights.

It really depends on how much you want to take the class I guess.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 5:27 AM

It's almost here Zeek.

Unfortunately most of y'all won't have a holiday tomorrow. We are lucky enough to have Friday off for Nevada Day and Halloween which is the coolest thing ever, Saturday is the celebratory parade, Sunday is up in the air (kinda), and we're thinking of taking Monday off.

...almost here.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 6:32 AM

....Lorraine Warren (ghost hunter/clairvoyant for those who don't know) is coming to my university tonight for a "prelude to halloween"........why?

friday's almost here ^_^ four years tomorrow!!

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 6:36 AM

ok mini-quick ponder-poll I'm curious as to which states have a censored title to the Zack and Miri make a porno movie. In TX the title is just Zack and Miri and I was making fun of how dumb it was that they truncated the title while I was up in IN last weekend. However, there the commercials still call the movie Zack and Miri make a porno. So, apparently the title is only shortened in certain markets. So, if you've seen the commercials and paid attention to what they're calling the movie I say post your state and whether or not it's got the short title.

So far I know:
TX - short title
IN - full title

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 6:53 AM

Hmm Zeek I'd say it's because women have been trained to view themselves as in competition with other women and because they have learned to measure themselves in terms of attractiveness, skils, etc against other women.. which explains a lot abotu why women have such negative self image. There's always going to be someone prettier, better at stuff, and more of this or that... try reaching for your best not someone else's just doesn't seem to resonate with most women

FLT.... I took a couple of late classes. I had a hard time staying with it, but the classes were very worth it and I am glad I did it

I'll look and let you know Zeek

Ok soooooo looking forward to tomorrow!!

Last night was the haunted house. The kids and NV did a fantastic job and I know their room was the best one in the whole haunted house..

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 7:19 AM

Isn't that what I said?

NV- Full title.

We get to see it tomorrow morning after we get some stuff done.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 7:41 AM

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Originally posted by nvghostrider:
We get to see it tomorrow morning after we get some stuff done.

Cool. Let us know what you think. I'm still on the fence about whether it's worth theater prices.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 7:44 AM

C'mon. It's a Kevin Smith movie. I regret seeing so few Kevin Smith movies on the big screen.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 7:44 AM

giggle.... get some stuff done

Ok off to solve the unsolveable

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 8:19 AM

Whoa, oops. Totally forgot my anniversary yesterday, lol. Seven years together. The wedding anniversary totally overshadows this anniversary anyhow, so we don't usually pay much attention to this anniversary. But we did spend the evening together -- cooked dinner, watched House, played WoW, played Rock Band -- which is pretty much what we would have done if we'd remembered anyhow.

It's still not Friday, but that's not such a bad thing, since I decided to start taking apart the pants I made for hubby's costume to put pockets into them. Hopefully I can get them done in time.

~CK

You can't take the sky from me...

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 8:41 AM

UT - depends on the channel, I've seen both.

'Who are you and how did you get in here?' 'I'm a locksmith. And, I'm a locksmith.'
Police Squad

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 9:01 AM

CK you got any sisters?

Seriously if I can find a woman who thinks that's a good way to spend and anniversary it would be a huge start in the right direction.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 9:23 AM

Lol Zeek, I think I've mentioned them to you before. They're both gamers and Browncoats and anime geeks and such. One is 21 and the other is 18 (and a CS major, looking to become a video game programmer professionally). But they're both in Utah attending BYU, and determined to marry good Mormon boys, so so far I haven't been able to fix them up with any of my friends.

Oh, and my guild ran KZ last night for the special Halloween boss, and I got this: http://www.wowhead.com/?item=39769 for my warrior (who happens to be named after one of the BDHs). It's pretty badass, even if the effect does turn my character into a guy lol. Now I'm going to have to respec her for Titan's Grip, once they patch that into not sucking quite so much on the hit percentage.

~CK

You can't take the sky from me...

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 9:45 AM

thanks for the feedback on the class ^_^

i want to sign up *now* not next *thursday* @_@ i love friggin appointments.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 9:55 AM

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Originally posted by CaliforniaKaylee:
Lol Zeek, I think I've mentioned them to you before.

Yeah that's part of what the wink was for. Plus I already knew they were too young. Oh well I guess you're just one of a kind. *Zeek destined to be a bachelor for life* :-P

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 10:42 AM

Ck that's my idea of a good anniversary.. quiet and fun:)

HUSG Zeek..good luck getting one

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 10:52 AM

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Originally posted by MSB:
HUSG Zeek..good luck getting one

In all honesty I think I'm too selfish. I like spending my time however I want. As soon as I have to accommodate others I get more cranky.

For instance my trip back to college for homecoming left me on edge cause I wanted to get back home. It was only 3 days and I was like "omg I want my routine back!". A girl is really going to have to sweep me off my feet to find a place in my life.

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 10:57 AM

or you just have to find someone who likes having a set routine too...

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 11:21 AM

My husband and I are both pretty selfish people, honestly, and have strong opinions and quick tempers to boot. But I think when you find someone you really care about, you want them to be happy at least as much as you want yourself to be happy, so if you're both selfish it works out.

As long as you always keep the good of your SO in mind and always want them to be happy, I think it works quite well.

Another thing that I've told my sisters and some of my girl friends who have just started dating is that when you're getting into a relationship that you think has long term potential, take a good look at how the guy was living just before you started dating. All relationships go through a courting phase, but after that I think most guys are most comfortable if they're allowed to go back to their normal routine, even now that their lives have changed.

So when I first started dating my husband 7 years ago, he was staying up late every night playing Diablo and had a very low maintenance life with very few possessions. So when things started settling in for us, I wasn't offended when he didn't want to watch movies or go out to dinner every night. Some nights we play video games together, some nights he plays and I knit. I also knew that having some material possessions is important to me (weird psychological thing for me), so I've gone out of my way to make sure that he's involved in all the big purchases, and that the stuff we get is either low maintenance or something I can take care of myself. When I first met him he didn't even have a DVD player, but now we have a pretty high tech home theater set up -- that I researched, picked out, set up, and maintain all on my own. The joke is that he doesn't even know which remote to use for what.

And he spoils me rotten in all sorts of ways, so it works. /Shrug

~CK

You can't take the sky from me...

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Thursday, October 30, 2008 12:24 PM

Good words of wisdom there CK. I'll have to give that advice to some of my friends who are in relationships now.

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Friday, October 31, 2008 4:56 AM

It's finally Friday and there's no posting? Come on people. Celebrate!!

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Friday, October 31, 2008 7:24 AM

Hey y'all!

Just a quick fly-by. Zeek was awesome enough to come looking for me. Warmed the cockles of my go-go girl costumed heart. ;) (BTW, thanks for the computer link..I'll keep my eye out. I think I've decided that I'm going to get a laptop and a satellite card. That should be all I need. I would have internet AND TV (because you know...most shows are online these days) AND my computer. I'm still in planning stages, but I think that's where I'm heading.)

Anyway, I haven't been around much because work is CRAZY busy. My four employee dept was down to two, then back up to three and now back down to two. It will go down to one (me) in just a bit. That means MUCH work for me and little internet time. I think of you all often and hope everyone is doing well. I'll be back once things chill at work. *crosses fingers that it is soon.

Okay...back to work....sigh.

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Friday, October 31, 2008 7:37 AM

Too busy getting ready, so the forum will have to languish.....

'Who are you and how did you get in here?' 'I'm a locksmith. And, I'm a locksmith.'
Police Squad

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Friday, October 31, 2008 8:59 AM

RugBug! Good to see you around again. Go go girl outfit? Nice!

Halloween lunch was grrrrrrrreat! The um...food was the best yet. Everything I'd hoped for an more. Well that will keep me happy for a day.

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Friday, October 31, 2008 9:11 AM

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Originally posted by MSB:
Oxnard Montalvo's

Is that really a character's name? If it is, the writer grew up somewhere around me. I grew up in Montalvo (area of Ventura) which is a stone's throw from Oxnard.

On Zeek's earlier ponder: There's a quote from a cheesy movie. I'll paraphrase here: 'When guys compete, it's overt. When girls compete, it's art.' Being nasty is just one way we compete with each other. Some women can be nasty without you even catching on. They're the really good competitors. ;)

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Originally posted by Zeek:
RugBug! Good to see you around again. Go go girl outfit? Nice!

Our whole dept is go-go girls or hippies. My dress is a little more 'scooby-doo' than I would like. The colors aren't quite what they were online. :( But oh well. Just call me Daphne for the day. :D

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Friday, October 31, 2008 9:18 AM

OK, Daphne.

'Who are you and how did you get in here?' 'I'm a locksmith. And, I'm a locksmith.'
Police Squad

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Friday, October 31, 2008 10:15 AM

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Originally posted by RugBug:
Our whole dept is go-go girls or hippies.

Hippie girl at lunch got rated #2 for um...personality. Only girlscout girl did any better. So, it seems you've picked a good outfit.

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Friday, October 31, 2008 10:54 AM

IT'S FRIDAY!!!

*brings out anniversary sparklers* ^_^ yay.

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Friday, October 31, 2008 12:07 PM

and a very Happy Halloween it is too. I'm about ready to call it quits for today. Hope everyone has a good weekend and a great rest of the day.

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Friday, October 31, 2008 1:14 PM

Happy Halloween all...

So remember when we told you NV and I had something to do today??
Here's what we had to do...WE GOT MARRIED!!!!!!

We went in to Reno to the antique chapel and got married. Just us... it was ...perfect.

HUGS to you all

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Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength; loving someone deeply gives you courage."
Life is anything that dies when you stomp on it.”-Dave Barry

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Friday, October 31, 2008 1:39 PM

Whoa!! Congrats you two, that's fantastic news! And I suppose as long as you guys live in Nevada, you'll have your anniversary off, won't you?

Well have a crazy awesome Halloween, Nevada Day, wedding day, and rest of the weekend, you crazy kids.

~CK

You can't take the sky from me...

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Friday, October 31, 2008 2:57 PM

*runs around with sparklers* SQUEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Friday, October 31, 2008 3:04 PM

JONNYQUEST

"Did he just go crazy and fall asleep?"

Does this mean you're going to change your signon again???

Do I contradict myself? Very well, then I contradict myself, I am large, I contain multitudes. - Walt Whitman

And because you can never have enough of me:
http://jonnyquestone.blogspot.com/
http://jonnyquestone.livejournal.com/
http://jonnyquestone.wordpress.com/

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Friday, October 31, 2008 3:18 PM

HUGS and HUGS Jonny...of course it does... I'm Ms. A now:) and oh so happy!!!
HUGS CK and FLT...thanks we're dealing with trick or treaters now:)

I can see it now" so what do you do for your anniversayr?"
" oh we dress up in weird clothes and force children to beg for candy:)"

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Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength; loving someone deeply gives you courage."
Life is anything that dies when you stomp on it.”-Dave Barry

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Saturday, November 1, 2008 11:21 AM

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Originally posted by MSB:

I can see it now" so what do you do for your anniversayr?"
" oh we dress up in weird clothes and force children to beg for candy:)"

Thanks MsA, now I have to wipe my monitor off.

'Who are you and how did you get in here?' 'I'm a locksmith. And, I'm a locksmith.'
Police Squad

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Saturday, November 1, 2008 2:29 PM

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Originally posted by MsB *MsA*: I can see it now" so what do you do for your anniversayr?"
" oh we dress up in weird clothes and force children to beg for candy:)"

LOLZ *hugs back*

oh but some kids are so cute ^_^ we had one who took an extra candy for his mommy :P *squee* "I'll take an MM for my mommy, and i'll haaaave..a hershey bar."

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Sunday, November 2, 2008 11:34 AM

*bumps thread*

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Monday, November 3, 2008 5:59 AM

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Originally posted by MSB:
I'm Ms. A now:) and oh so happy!!!

Congrats! And good call on the day off on the anniversary. That should be fun. Oh and psst I think it'd be Mrs. A

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Monday, November 3, 2008 6:56 AM

LOL thanks for the tip Zeek... sadly it's not working for me to change my profile. I've tried several times to change it, but every time I press save it re-routes me to the main board and doesn't save.

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Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength; loving someone deeply gives you courage."
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Monday, November 3, 2008 7:02 AM

Woohoo and congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. A.

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Monday, November 3, 2008 8:00 AM

Happy Monday everyone. Hope you guys all had a good Halloween (MsB and NVG I know you guys did

). I managed to make it through without a single piece of candy, but that felt seriously weird. I treated myself to some homemade cookie dough over the weekend to make up for it, but it's still not the same. Sigh. At least we're in the home stretch to Thanksgiving now.

In other news, my costume came out well, got lots of comments at the party etc. People were taking pictures at the party and posted them to Facebook, of course. I'm actually pretty happy with the pictures I've seen, but my dad saw the costume and apparently freaked out a bit -- "I can't believe you didn't even wear a body suit underneath!!" Lol.

~CK

You can't take the sky from me...

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Monday, November 3, 2008 8:41 AM

pics or it didn't happen. :-P

btw I forgot to mention JQ!!! I think we have a resident lurker. That was all too convenient for you to pop up right when MrsA posted her bombshell.

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Monday, November 3, 2008 8:54 AM

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Originally posted by CaliforniaKaylee:
In other news, my costume came out well, got lots of comments at the party etc. People were taking pictures at the party and posted them to Facebook, of course.

Links, please. ;)

My big weekend news? I've actually entered the 1990's and have bought myself a home computer. :D I blame Zeek because he put it back in my mind. I went to do a little browsing and walked away with a 4G RAM, 320G Harddrive, Intel Pentium T3200 Processor, Wireless G/N card laptop. Eek. I'm pretty nervous that I bought a piece of crap, but I suppose them's the breaks if I did. I did get a printer/scanner/fax, router and anti-virus stuff for free...but even still...Eek.

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Monday, November 3, 2008 9:03 AM