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Entertainment / Re: Books!« on: March 20, 2008, 06:11:57 PM »
Most large novels are separated into several smaller parts and sold as individual books. But if it bothers you that much, most larger chain book stores are selling the whole book in one binding as just "The Lord of the Rings."
And if it makes you feel any better, "The Chronicles of Narnia" are technically all one book too, but you don't hear too many people bitching about how that one is sold as a series. 1855
Sticky Stuff (no pun intended) / Re: The Apparently Necessary Random Stuff Thread« on: March 20, 2008, 05:34:43 PM »Humans to admire Usually this stuff makes me go off on a rant for hours, but I'm not feeling it today. Just wanted to point out that the link talks about how the Sundance was banned because of self-mutilation, but it's okay that sects of Christians dance around with venemous snakes. And they have balls to defend that with separation of church and state... Love that the U.S. is all about freedom of religion, but only if you're a Christian. Rant finished. 1856
Entertainment / Re: Books!« on: March 20, 2008, 07:22:54 AM »
Depends, define young-adult/intermediate fantasy. Some people consider "A Once and Future King" suitable for middle schoolers, but I think he uses way too much government theory for a younger person to really appreciate what they're reading until they get to the age where they can vote and are actually involved in their government. (Not to mention, T.H. White can be really, REALLY graphic.)
On the other hand, I was read "The Chronicles of Narnia" as a bedtime story growing up, and, while others will argue that, that is why I'm "so strange", I think C.S. Lewis was capable of turning out some amazing basics. However, he also wrote some really adult books. Try to reserve his more in-depth features like "The Screwtape Letters" until you're ready to start questioning your core beliefs. On that note, maybe we should define it by book, and less by author. I tend to stick to the classics and if you're into epics, that's where I'd send you. I'm not too familiar with modern epic authors, but the ones I've touched on seem to lack the fluidity of the older authors, like say... hey Tolkien. Who, while bothersomely detailed, was very careful in the continuity of his stories. If you're more into the future than the past (and you haven't already visited them), I'd send you to Jules Verne and Orson Wells. I'm afraid I'm no use to you when it comes to more modern writers. There are so many good old ones out there that I'm still stuck trying to wade my way through them all. As for watered down... If I can finish the story line without reading all the way to the end of the book, just by reading the first chapter... I put the book back on the shelf and don't waste my time or my money. (In other words, I don't pay attention to what section the book-store/library puts it in, if it interests me, I read it.) 1857
Entertainment / Re: Books!« on: March 20, 2008, 05:48:58 AM »
I read mostly for entertainment and to escape from reality, so I have to say I'm a big fiction reader. I have trouble reading non-fiction (unless it's for resource purposes), I just can't get my interest intact for that long unless I have a goal in mind (example: I need to know what to do for "thrush", I buy 'Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook' and read it).
Currently I'm exploring J.R.R. Tolkien, but I'm finding I prefer T.H. White and C.S. Lewis. Not saying Tolkien isn't awe inspiring, there's just a whole lot of research involved. Often he'll lose you in the book and you'll have to stop, flip to the map, track the characters, then flip back to the storyline. The amount of detail in the books is award worthy, but unneccessary for someone with an expansive imagination, and for someone with tracking problems (skipping words, or losing your place easily) like me, it can make the read a little dense. T.H. White is similiar, but not quite as thick in detail. (I mean their habit for discription is similiar, not their actual writing style.) In case you haven't clued in yet, I'm a fantasy genre reader. My favourite all time book is still "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell. It's a pretty short, easy read, but it has some beautiful imagery I still can't forget. Unfortunately, I'm not really reading anything right now. I'm half-way through the third part of "Lord of the Rings", but just when I think I have the chance to pick it up again, something else happens. Such is life. 1858
Anarchy / Re: Happy Alban Eiler!« on: March 19, 2008, 06:09:01 PM »
Party Pooper.
C'est la vie. I boiled and dyed eggs this afternoon anyway. My gray and white cat is now gray and pink... and bluish... We're all ready for tomorrow, and we'll have our heathen festivies regardless of your party pooping. 1859
Anarchy / Happy Alban Eiler!« on: March 19, 2008, 04:20:55 PM »
The Vernal Equinox happens at 5:48am GMT on March 20th, which means some of you got to celebrate it on the 19th (but I have to wait until the 20th).
Happy First Day of Spring!  1860
Anarchy / Re: Over Night Internet Fights presents: Scambaiters VS Scammers« on: March 19, 2008, 05:56:28 AM »Quote "Scambaiting is frowned upon in legal circles," Metimbers told Wired in a 2006 interview. Can someone with more legal knowledge explain why? I thought fraud was illegal and catching the bastard was the goal. If I get to beat him at his own game in the process, isn't that like... bonus points? Last year I received an e-mail from the Psuedo IRS asking me for my social-security number so that I could claim $$$,000 in back tax refunds (that I knew weren't owed to me). I entered into a dialogue with the guy, told him I was uncomfortable sending that information over the internet and was there any other way to contact him. I got phone numbers, names, addresses, dog's names, kid's names, funny wife stories, then shipped the whole kit and kaboodle off to the Real IRS scam hotline. Will I be frowned upon in legal circles? 
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Sticky Stuff (no pun intended) / Re: The Apparently Necessary Random Stuff Thread« on: March 18, 2008, 07:09:07 PM »
If he can't take a hint like silence, remaining silent isn't going to help. From the sound of it, you need to say something to him. I agree with pickled kitten...
Quote So, just respond and tell him he's being creepy? And besides, telling someone you find their behaviour is creepy is less mean than the alternative, which is, "I don't like you, I don't care, fuck off." 1862
Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 17, 2008, 08:45:03 PM »
Oh, right, sorry.
The sixth is missing in... action...
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Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 17, 2008, 08:25:25 PM »I want to hear how the six of them are going to take care of, what was it, 1700 sq km? I want to know how the six of them are going to DEFEND, what was it, 1700 sq km? 1864
Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 17, 2008, 08:08:24 PM »He think's going to end a conversation, by slamming the door... And he calls us unintelligent. *shakes head* While we're name calling... Here's one for thinking the Africans can't figure things out on their own, Racist W.A.S.P. 1865
Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 17, 2008, 07:40:55 PM »
Wrap what up?
And nice touch... "next community on the tour"... makes us feel real special. And why is your motivational speaker MIA, pray tell? Did he realize that W.A.S.P. was not the answer? 1866
Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 17, 2008, 07:16:48 PM »
So you are a recruiter, then? I should point out that if you are, you suck at it.
Your tactics should adapt to the environment. If people don't like your original presentation, you don't keep trying to beat it into them, generally you'll create more resistance to it that way (but you should know this already, being so keen on African politics and all). And you should get a little more versed in debate. If you're really "looking for future citizens", you should be prepared for a good round of Devil's Advocate, most intelligent people will want to tear a cause down before they support it. Your weak ability to defend an ideal you claim to be so committed to, brings, not only your conviction, but the cause itself, into question. The only thing you managed to convince me of, is that you are as foolish and self-centered as your website makes you out to be. You didn't change my mind in anyway, you just reinforced my original resolve. Stamping your feet and sticking out your bottom lip about it, will get you nowhere... except here. Here (and I speak from observation) it will get you ridiculed and mocked... and possibly banned. By the way, if FedCom is paying you for this, you should take a pay cut. 1867
Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 17, 2008, 05:28:01 PM »It was merely a probative invite to give him money.  That sounded dirty. I don't usually have to pay for that. Generally, I can go somewhere and get it for free. 
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Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 17, 2008, 05:02:04 PM »Quote The problems I have with FedCom: (1)Racist/white supremacist underpinnings; (2) Authoritarian model of government; (3) The inventor takes himself far too seriously; (4) The inventor couldn't think of an original name for his country, and (4) Fraud (unlike some much more interesting micronations, FedCom has no actual territory with an actual population). I would like to add to ivan's list. (6) False claims of heroism. If you just want to come off and start your own nation, fine (who doesn't?). But do it in your own backyard, not someone else's. Quote HOLY CRAP! Did anyone else get a porntube.com popup after visiting that site? Yes. I did. I would also like to complain about the spamware that tried to eat my computer after I visited that sight. Quote How tall is a BattleMech any way? Anywhere from 7 to 17 meters... wait that was rhetorical question wasn't it? Damn it! (I can't believe I knew that anyway.) See I'm sad now I thought this thread would be about that family that lives on an oil rig off the coast of Australia, or that one time that Pirate Bay wanted to found their own country to free the internets or whatever they do. Be patient, it will come. Besides, isn't Sealand off the coast of Suffolk, England? 1869
Main Page Stuff / Re: Dear Mr. And Mrs. Weight Loss Seeker« on: March 17, 2008, 04:42:40 PM »I hate to burst your giant bubble of (apparent) self-pity, but (based on the information you gave above) statistics absolutely do NOT dictate that you will die of diabetes. If hypoglycemia is a precursor to diabetes, it does not follow that you will absolutely get diabetes. Let me put it this way, cervical dysplasia is essentially a pre-cancerous condition. It does not mean that cancer will absolutely follow. You didn't sound like a complete bitch. And you're right. And it wasn't self-pity... I guess it could of come off that way on some though. I kind of appreciate it when people 'lash out', their true opinions aren't skewed by false social requirements. ("You be cordial and make a good impression" bullshit.) Anyway, reading back on the post, I realize I probably got a little off my main point... Okay I got WAY of my main point. Which was, people treat weight loss like it's a panacea for all their little health problems and just because I lost a bunch of weight means I'm healthy now and will stay healthy as long as I stay skinny. Which just isn't true. Weight loss while being a big part of getting healthy, is still only a part, not the whole. 1870
Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 16, 2008, 08:40:27 PM »
Absolutely! I know plenty of people who are all for fuckers getting a taste of their own medicine! The entire Scottish/Danish side of my family infact. (the German/Polish side just wants to see something get blown up, so as long as there are pyrotechnics involved, I'm sure we'll have them)
 (Did I mention I have a large family? Hooray for the North American Hybrids!)I also know a few anarchists who would be in just to see an organization get fucked... and as long as you leave some trees lying around, I know some environmentalists who could really get the green community to back you! We can let the politicians hash out the details later, right Terminator_484? 1871
Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 16, 2008, 08:26:47 PM »I've wanted to take over a small country myself for awhile now. I'm certain I could succeed. I've done it several times already on the XboX. I have some relatives that are uphappy with their current habitats, and who are capable of hand-fashioning weapons (fire-arms included). We're cheap(err... I was going to put a disclaimer here, but then I realized that it's probably true all around), and it's a defined populus. Oh, and I know a few private militia members as well! Though that might get a little pricey. 
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Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 16, 2008, 07:31:01 PM »
You forgot,
"I'm right and you're wrong, but I don't have to prove it to you, you don't have accept it, but I have to keep insisting my point, because it's the only point I know how to make and that makes me right and you wrong.  "
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Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 16, 2008, 06:27:24 PM »
He persists because he hasn't reached the proper depth yet. He's nailed the 6' x 4', but he's not 6' deep yet.
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Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 16, 2008, 05:51:43 PM »
Keep digging, it's not deep enough yet.
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Political Opinions / Re: The Federated Commonwealth (FedCom)« on: March 16, 2008, 05:12:42 PM »
Look! He's using Latin again!
The more you type, the more like a barbarian you sound. In fact, you're starting to sound eeriely LIKE the barbarian America that forced the Ojibwe up into Canada. Keep digging please. The hole needs to be 6' x 6' x 4'. (Oh, no, no. You misunderstand. Really we ARE here to help. We know the winter is hard on you, so here, have some nice blankets, and this unique beverage we brought with us helps to keep you warm! What? Our military force? That barbed-wire fence? Oh nevermind them. They're just here to guard you from other attacking tribes. No really! We want peace!) |
