Memorygirls - The Matrix Re-inspired

Cheery_Daff

Back again

Just wanted to say that wasn't aimed at anyone in particular of course! And usually I wouldn't pull anyone up on how they're talking about something (certainly not on a forum, or in real life unless they were a very close friend). But I know a lot of us are in for changing parts of our lives here, and this might be an opportunity to think about something we don't usually think about too much

Dorastar

Sneaking in on way from hospital, via home and left on kitchen table mobile phone, and then back to school.

Been to the hospital and got to have another appointment for tests at some point in the future which seem to involve two hosepipes and a bucket of water and an altogether not pleasant experience so can't wait for that particular joy!

Back to work for lots more positive loveliness - spelling test and then lunch out with a friend then arty stuff this afternoon = virtually no marking:T

Lara44

A very good reminder Cheery

crickett1234

Cheery my lovely... I completely understand what you are saying... I have had discussions about this on another forum I frequent. (Gasp... I know, being unfaithful to the Matrix. Sorry!! ).

Despite the temptation to list all of my DH's shortcomings... and oooh, I can be tempted!! ... I do try not to. And looking back on my posts this morning, I have not been drawn into that yet. Obviously i would never tie him to an armchair or beat him with a rolling pin (though again, I have been sorely tempted on several occasions. I understand it is illegal. ) and I am attempting to lighten the mood slightly. I know you weren't pointing the finger at me Cheery too lovely, so don'y worry.

tellmeitsfriday

I hope I understand where you're coming from... but...

Men (or at least the ones I have ever known) really are a different species to us (OK, to avoid generalisations, I will put me). They don't tend to understand, or even notice subtlety. Unless you wave things in front of their nose and tell them what they need to do next they are stumped. They don't seem to be able to focus on the real issue, prefering to faff about with the minor things.

I am not anti-men <soppy alert> I love His Fugliness more than I thought possible (history!). He is kind, generally considerate (except with regards to the timing of his motorbike purchases) I trust him, blah blah blah <end of soppy alert>, but honestly, when it comes to things emotional/or things which are subtle, he fits all of the men sterotypes.

Why do stereotypes exist? Possibly because they fit most of the people in the group to some extent.

Personally, I wouldn't tease him in front of others (much), but if we can't do it here, behind the secrecy veil of the internet, I think I'd go mad.

He doesn't really annoy me (to the point where I consider the patio as an option) often, but when he does, I'd rather let off steam than have a fight.

I will admit I get annoyed (regularly) at his low level of emotional intelligence. Honestly, I don't think he can help it. If i point out he's annoyed me, then i am "being (a) sensitive, or (b) hormonal". I am aware that is not helpful, but it's what he believes. We are just wired up differently.

Really, if you can't have a joke about silly things (not just men, but all sorts of other stuff too) here, then where can you. We all do silly things - have a laugh about them.

If he's secretly reading this - then hello baby x Did you remember to do the dishes? I promise I won't tell them about the time when you.... (Shhh H!)


Have just checked this through, and I fear I might have rambled. Still, submit here you come...

OliveOyl_2

I'm back in the UK, and it is green and sunny
Haven't quite caught up on the thread, but just to say Popeye is nowhere anything like any previous chap in my life! I like them tall (I'm 5'9", he's 5'8") I like them dark and I'm a sucker for curly hair (think round and thinning blonde ) And when he pursued me, I ran away - for weeks I wouldn't even take his calls :rotfl::rotfl:

11 1/2 years later and we have never even rowed, and I think he's OK, he thinks I'm gorgeous . And he doesn't care that I flirt with ANYBODY :rotfl: Good thing DD refused to tell him I wasn't there one night when he called

OliveOyl_2

OK, off the subject for a mo.......

Our house is stuffed full of things, it is looking neglected, untidy and grubby. I have three weeks here to make an impact but I'm completely overwhelmed

1) I want to load up the car and take it all to the tip, Popeye thinks I could sell stuff.

2) I start cleaning and the job just grows.....eg, took a lampshade off and :eek: want to put the new lampshade up but it requires an extra fitting....

3) I need to break it down into 15 minute tasks and instead I'm catching up on here

So, I'm going to hang DD's laundry out, then I don't know what........:o I'm hoping someone could send me some motivation, energy and advice. (Flew overnight, so please be gentle, there isn't even any milk in the fridge )

tellmeitsfriday

Sounds to me like you need a nap OO!

Can you start with a cup of coffee and a list making session, decide what you want to achieve?

You stay and catch up

Cheery_Daff

My, how civilised we all are You lovely lot

You're absolutely right about letting off steam - and that anonymously on the internet can be the best way to do it! Just wanted to throw it in the mix as something to think about, and I'm glad you lovely lot are taking it in the spirit it was meant

I do love it how we can occasionally bring up things here that bother us, and have a sensible discussion about them, even if we don't always agree. I absolutely love it that we all come from such different places, and have had such different experiences, and different opinions, and yet can all rub along pretty happily for the most part. What a lovely old part of the internet! Well done us! :T :T

Cheery_Daff

A nap indeed OO! :T Set that timer for 15 minutes - and is there anyone who can come and help you to jolly you along??