Vertex Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 "independent, intelligent, responsible, and mature" Hard to find though in the purest sense of the words, especially all in one person. I mean even if one of those things is missing... it can lead to many problems.
MadDog Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 "independent, intelligent, responsible, and mature" Hard to find though in the purest sense of the words, especially all in one person. I mean even if one of those things is missing... it can lead to many problems. Yeah, I know. I mean, if you're mature you're most likely responsible and somewhat intelligent. It doesn't make you independent though. And lots of times, people who are too independent are not very responsible because they're not used to thinking of other people. I wish I could custom-design a robotic girlfriend. Looks, personality, everything. I'd pay a lot for that.
Vertex Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 Hm a robot though? It'd be so fake in concept... artificial. Hard to have real feelings... then again, if it's a machine... think of its stamina...
brightskies Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 Yeah, I know. I mean, if you're mature you're most likely responsible and somewhat intelligent. It doesn't make you independent though. And lots of times, people who are too independent are not very responsible because they're not used to thinking of other people. How true. Overly independent people, the ones who are "exciting," tend to be infuriating in their self-centeredness. I wish I could custom-design a robotic girlfriend. Looks, personality, everything. I'd pay a lot for that. Sign me up! Although I'd prefer a custom-designed flesh and blood bf. A robotic gf/bf might break down. Ever seen the movie Stepford Wives (original version -- I never saw the remake). Hey, eugenics might not be such a bad thing. I would like a selectively-bred, manly but sweet bf. With lots of brains, a nice bod, and great personality to match. Well my bf who lives out of town phoned me last week on my birthday and told me that he would be sending me a small gift in the mail. Well I finally got it today and was very excited; thinking it was going to be something really special. So imagine my disapointment when I opened the gift and not only did he not get me a card but it was a cheap antena decoration of a canadian flag for my car and a glasses and cell phone holder for the dash. Do I have a right to be upset with this? Or am I overreating? It's just that he got me all excited when he phoned me on my birthday and said he'd be sending me a small gift in the mail; I was really hoping it would be jewellry. I always put so much thought into HIS birthday gifts too. Hi Buzzie, Ugh. The practical present. That you don't even want. It's tough to be diplomatic in situations like this. It was nice of him to remember your bday, but, my feeling is, if your bf really cares about you, he'll make an effort to find out what YOU like. Unfortunately, a lot of people end up giving presents they want for themselves. Your best bet might be to make a joke out of it if you do mention it. Being angry when you bring it up might discourage him completely and create resentment. Although being quiet might create more disappointment down the road: Disappointment for you, if you get another unwanted, practical present, and disappointment for him, because he might feel he can't please you. Talk to him, but tread carefully and be kind and tactful. If he cares about you he'll put in more effort. How long have you been together? Maybe he's just clueless? BTW, I might be here in a month posting about the same thing. My bf is a practical kind of guy and I'm terrified that he'll be getting me a set of wood carving tools. (He kind of hinted at it!) Sure, I might "need" something, but honestly, I can get practical stuff myself. For a present I'd prefer one with "romantic" sentiment attached vs. a practical one, even if the latter might cost more.
ms_jnj Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 #2 pencils... I love it!! I thought paperweight originally, but I really like the randomness of #2 pencils!! It would be even better if they were #2 pencils with a name engraved on them...but not his name!
Vertex Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 It would be even better if they were #2 pencils with a name engraved on them...but not his name! "Honey, who the f*** is Dixon Ticonderoga?!?! Are you cheating on me?!"
jerbear Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 my signature gift is a tater For about $10 you can give a Darth Tater... wait, that actually requires thought and care...
RecordProducer Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 For about $10 you can give a Darth Tater... wait, that actually requires thought and care...$10 is too much! How about a $1 teddy bear (on sale, on Feb 15th)?
PeanutHead88 Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 oh wow I wrongly misread that BIG TIME! cross that out than HE IS A BAD BF BREAK UP WITH HIM NO JK maybe when you guys see eachother he will bring you something else:)
Adunaphel Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 Random thought: what if it is some kind of test, and your bf wants to see your reaction? Or just a joke? (I know, the possibility is one in a thousand). How long have you been together?
burning 4 revenge Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 not only did my x not buy me gifts for my birthday ,but i bought her gifts for my birthday. now she keeps her unemployed stud like he's some gigolo. she buys him clothes, watches, computers***, car repairs and he pays no rent. she says she's getting tired of the situation, but doesn't do anything about it. she's addicted to the sex she says.
jerbear Posted May 16, 2006 Posted May 16, 2006 $10 is too much! How about a $1 teddy bear (on sale, on Feb 15th)? Hey I'm a Gund teddybear! Not a cheapened $1 one...
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