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SippinTea

#175
June 14, 2007, 04:55:46 AM
Mel!! :eek!: I'm horrified at you!  :o  (As well as speechless for the second time in the space of a week. LOL)

:beret:
"Going somewhere means leaving somewhere. Choosing something means choosing against other things. Gaining something means losing something else. And between the old and new--the 'was' and the 'not yet'--there exists only one thing: a very frightening journey called faith."
--taken from the book Coming Up For Air

MelodyB

#176
June 14, 2007, 04:58:30 AM
What other time did I make you speechless?
Have you slapped that one dude from Indiana with a pie in the face today?
 

SippinTea

#177
June 14, 2007, 05:00:49 AM
It was someone else the first time.

And YOU, young lady, are in deep trouble for lying! *frowns hard*

:beret:
"Going somewhere means leaving somewhere. Choosing something means choosing against other things. Gaining something means losing something else. And between the old and new--the 'was' and the 'not yet'--there exists only one thing: a very frightening journey called faith."
--taken from the book Coming Up For Air

MelodyB

#178
June 14, 2007, 05:06:54 AM
I was not LYING!! I was just properly exercising my media rights....

"You have the right to be misquoted"

:laughhard:

Have you slapped that one dude from Indiana with a pie in the face today?
 

RainbowJingles

#179
June 14, 2007, 05:42:12 PM
Quote from: Mel-Mel on June 14, 2007, 05:06:54 AM
I was LYING!! I was just properly exercising my media rights....

"You have the right to be misquoted"

:hypocrite:

Just helping Mel exercise her media right to BE misquoted.

SippinTea

#180
June 14, 2007, 05:44:17 PM
Woohoo!  :P

Thanks, Elona! *hug* ;)

:beret:
"Going somewhere means leaving somewhere. Choosing something means choosing against other things. Gaining something means losing something else. And between the old and new--the 'was' and the 'not yet'--there exists only one thing: a very frightening journey called faith."
--taken from the book Coming Up For Air

RainbowJingles

#181
June 14, 2007, 05:49:22 PM
Anytime, Strawberry.  :-)

MelodyB

#182
June 15, 2007, 12:32:31 AM
:sadbounce:
Have you slapped that one dude from Indiana with a pie in the face today?
 

RainbowJingles

#183
June 15, 2007, 03:47:55 AM

Ashlee

#184
June 23, 2008, 02:43:55 AM
I know I am more independent than I should be, but I guess that's how I've always been.  If I ever wanted/needed anything I pretty much had to do it myself.  I grew up learning to take care of myself.  I find it very hard to allow people to do things for me.

My best friend is also this way.  The only times we have ever really disagreed was because of this subject.  He wanted to do something for me, or I wanted to do something for him.  We both have learned to put our pride to the side and just smile and say "Thank you so much, I appreciate all you do for me" or some such thing.  It's still not easy for me to ask for help, or even offer some that someone freely gives.  Sis. Sandra reminded me of this very thing while in OK.  It was at the time like a slap in the face, but it was one I needed.  A wake up call that the reason why I struggle is because I try to do everything on my own.  I can't survive unless I ask for help.  And even more so, I have to allow that person to help me.   

The Purple Fuzzy

#185
June 23, 2008, 03:41:53 AM
Now, what have I done...  wasn't trying to slap anyone in the face ;)

Ashlee

#186
June 23, 2008, 03:45:55 AM
LOL.  I know you didn't mean to, but I'm glad you did.  It makes me stop and think sometimes.  Like tonight, my sister wanted to take me and mom out to eat.  The normal me would be to say I'll pay, you're not going to, but I said thank you and ate my food like a good girl.

Also, once we got back to TX, someone else paid for our dinner.  I had to be careful at my reaction although I still didn't sound as grateful as I should have.  I know this isn't exactly the kind of thing that was meant when this thread was started, but it's true.  I think financially is my worst downfall, because I don't want anyone to get me anything or buy me anything.  Although, it's ok for me to spend 100 dollars on you even if I don't have it.  You just can't give me anything in return.  lol.  That's just how I am, but I'm working hard on putting away my pride and being thankful

sunlight

#187
June 23, 2008, 04:17:01 AM
Quote from: teacheroftheLord on June 23, 2008, 03:45:55 AM
LOL.  I know you didn't mean to, but I'm glad you did.  It makes me stop and think sometimes.  Like tonight, my sister wanted to take me and mom out to eat.  The normal me would be to say I'll pay, you're not going to, but I said thank you and ate my food like a good girl.

Also, once we got back to TX, someone else paid for our dinner.  I had to be careful at my reaction although I still didn't sound as grateful as I should have.  I know this isn't exactly the kind of thing that was meant when this thread was started, but it's true.  I think financially is my worst downfall, because I don't want anyone to get me anything or buy me anything.  Although, it's ok for me to spend 100 dollars on you even if I don't have it.  You just can't give me anything in return.  lol.  That's just how I am, but I'm working hard on putting away my pride and being thankful

I think  you and I are a lot alike in this way as well. I so could have written this paragraph that you wrote. I didnt really look at it as a pride thing though... but i guess it is kinda... I really would have a much easier time paying for stuff and giving, than i would getting, or having mine paid for. I dont understand myself most of the time... lol, but thats the way i am.
  :attackhug: Be full of hugs!

Ashlee

#188
June 23, 2008, 04:26:31 AM
It took me a long time to admit it was pride.  It isn't in one way, it's just the way I was raised, but at the same time it is. Hmmm

Normally when I know someone else is paying, I make a joke about looking for the most expensive thing on the menu, but really I look for the least expensive. 

In my defense, it's better to give than to receive. :grin:

sunlight

#189
June 23, 2008, 04:28:32 AM
:grin: you bet!

then its not like you feel like you owe them anything either...
  :attackhug: Be full of hugs!

Ashlee

#190
June 23, 2008, 04:32:43 AM
Yeah.  lol. 

But I'm independent in more ways than financially.  It's just that my other issues stem from deep issues that I don't want to discuss on here.  lol.  So, it's easier to talk about money.

Ashlee

#191
June 23, 2008, 04:36:38 AM
Quote from: Newsman on June 14, 2007, 04:30:00 AM
Watch it! I am NOT 60 years old: if women get that idea, I'll Never get another date with a 22 year old!

John :waving:

22 year old?  Why do you specify a 22 year old?  *Looks on the calendar to see who is 22....*

MelodyB

#192
June 23, 2008, 04:55:08 AM
Chel...speaking of...did I properly thank you for Steak and Shake? I was really out of it that night, so if I didnt, Im sorry, and...Thanks a whole lot. ;) *HUG*
Have you slapped that one dude from Indiana with a pie in the face today?
 

Ashlee

#193
June 23, 2008, 05:05:04 AM
Steak and shake?  What did you shake?

Sis

#194
June 23, 2008, 05:05:58 AM
Her steak of course!

MelodyB

#195
June 23, 2008, 05:12:10 AM
No, all I had was a shake. A strawberry one. :)
Have you slapped that one dude from Indiana with a pie in the face today?
 

iridiscente

#196
June 23, 2008, 05:32:10 PM
Quote from: teacheroftheLord on June 23, 2008, 03:45:55 AM
LOL.  I know you didn't mean to, but I'm glad you did.  It makes me stop and think sometimes.  Like tonight, my sister wanted to take me and mom out to eat.  The normal me would be to say I'll pay, you're not going to, but I said thank you and ate my food like a good girl.

Also, once we got back to TX, someone else paid for our dinner.  I had to be careful at my reaction although I still didn't sound as grateful as I should have.  I know this isn't exactly the kind of thing that was meant when this thread was started, but it's true.  I think financially is my worst downfall, because I don't want anyone to get me anything or buy me anything.  Although, it's ok for me to spend 100 dollars on you even if I don't have it.  You just can't give me anything in return.  lol.  That's just how I am, but I'm working hard on putting away my pride and being thankful
I know how you feel on this one!

Newsman

#197
June 24, 2008, 04:58:51 AM
Umm, if I'd used the age of my last date, it might have caused more than just you to be curious, plus cause you to have one your rare scared moments...however, I'll amend my statement!

see my revised statement in the (mis)quote below!


John  :waving::bustamove

Quote from: Newsman on June 14, 2007, 04:30:00 AM
Watch it! I am NOT 60 years old: if women get that idea, I'll Never get another date with a 21 year old!
John :waving:
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22 year old?  Why do you specify a 22 year old?  *Looks on the calendar to see who is 22....*
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Ashlee

#198
June 24, 2008, 05:02:09 AM
:smirk2:  Well, I'll be......

iridiscente

#199
June 24, 2008, 05:04:55 AM
be what? 22?
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