The Useless Large Thread... Part II - Page 214

Special K · #**4261** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:16 AM

Vodka is good stuff; you can mix it with so many things, usually it's a drink for anyone.

Straight is good, too!

I haven't drawn in years, though I used to be pretty good at it. Maybe I'll take a shot again soon.

RayRay · #**4262** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:22 AM

I drew a lot before I started working full time. It's good boredom/stress relief. Honestly, I should probably build up a portfolio, take it down to a tat shop that charges by the hour and get an apprenticeship. I could make way more and enjoy what I do while I'm at it. And my body would probably look like a coloring book, but whatever.

I'm trying to draw my snake. His head looks totally awesome, but his body keeps looking worse no matter what I do to it.

There should be no reason I should be this bored on a Friday.

KyleZ · #**4263** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:25 AM

Ahhh drawing, it used to be a cornerstone of my life. My portfolio even got me into a good university... Those were the days. I haven't done it in AGES. I wonder if I even can anymore...

Just got back from "Whitey's Discount Package Liquor" (yes, that's the actual name). Went with Coronas and Bacardi Limon. You pour the beer in a glass and mix in a shot of the Limon. It's outstanding, perfectly covers the rum, but makes the beer nice and smooth with an extra lemony kick. Here's to drinkin' the blues away

RayRay · #**4264** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:30 AM

We should have a thread for people to post their drawings in. I think it would be fun, even some people don't draw very well!

Special K · #**4265** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:42 AM

That'd be neat, Rachel!

Stargazer · #**4266** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:44 AM

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Believe me KB, I'm totally with you right now. Ugh.
My animals are literally just about all I feel I have left. I went from doing just fine to doing just nothing, and losing almost everything in the last several months, friends and social life included. I've never in my life had trouble finding a successful career, but nowadays, I'm about to just give up what little is left of my dignity and take something degrading, just to scrape by. I even had to move "home" which honestly has been the worst, as I've lived on my own since I was 17, but now is my only viable option, basically to house my animals, which I refuse to give up. If it weren't for them, I'd be out in Saudi Arabia working as a mercenary for their government by now, just to pay my bills and stay independent. Used to be my veteran experience and such did wonders for me, now it just gets me laughed at here in this country.
Oh well. Pity-party over, time to run for those dranks I mentioned earlier. Maybe even go ahead and sneak a pint of good ol' Jim Beam

What's your education in, Kyle?

At least you have your family to live with. I envy that. From my perspective, anyone who can live at home with their folks is extremely lucky. I never had that option. I know it doesn't seem so great from your end.

RayRay · #**4267** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Special K

That'd be neat, Rachel!

Once I get this one finished, I'll post it in a new thread and let others join in!

RayRay · #**4268** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Stargazer

What's your education in, Kyle?
At least you have your family to live with. I envy that. From my perspective, anyone who can live at home with their folks is extremely lucky. I never had that option. I know it doesn't seem so great from your end.

I know this isn't directed at me but...

Living at your parent's house is overrated. I've been here since birth and I want to get out so badly it isn't even funny. I've never had the option of being independent, and as I've gotten older the more I want to leave. I just want to have my own things and do things my own way for a change. When I was a minor I took things in stride, but now I'm constantly conflicting with people in the house, especially my mother. I love her to death, but I think she doesn't want me to leave. My brother on the other hand will live here until he is 50.

EricIvins · #**4269** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by RayRayShaniqua

I know this isn't directed at me but...
Living at your parent's house is overrated. I've been here since birth and I want to get out so badly it isn't even funny. I've never had the option of being independent, and as I've gotten older the more I want to leave. I just want to have my own things and do things my own way for a change. When I was a minor I took things in stride, but now I'm constantly conflicting with people in the house, especially my mother. I love her to death, but I think she doesn't want me to leave. My brother on the other hand will live here until he is 50.

I'm glad I got out early..........But.....I now live in a house that I'm 100% upside down in...........Trying to get my Interest reduced..........But there are days that I'd like to just walk...............I can get into a rent to own with more square footage for half of what I'm paying..............

Rachel SS · #**4270** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:45 AM

I just woke up from a nap. My hair is a disaster.

RayRay · #**4271** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:45 AM

I'm saving up for a down payment on a house. I allow myself maybe $200 every paycheck for fun stuff, the rest goes to bills and my car payment. Another chunk goes into a high yield savings account. I think it's like $300 a month that gets in there. I should have a more than decent down payment in 3-4 years, plus my car will be paid off.

With the types of animals I want to keep, I'd rather have a house.

Stargazer · #**4272** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by RayRayShaniqua

I know this isn't directed at me but...
Living at your parent's house is overrated. I've been here since birth and I want to get out so badly it isn't even funny. I've never had the option of being independent, and as I've gotten older the more I want to leave. I just want to have my own things and do things my own way for a change. When I was a minor I took things in stride, but now I'm constantly conflicting with people in the house, especially my mother. I love her to death, but I think she doesn't want me to leave. My brother on the other hand will live here until he is 50.

I guess we always covet what we can't have. I've never had the option of living with parents, so I always envied people who could. If something happened and I couldn't pay bills, I'd be out on the street. I'd kill to have family to stay with.

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Originally Posted by EricIvins

I'm glad I got out early..........But.....I now live in a house that I'm 100% upside down in...........Trying to get my Interest reduced..........But there are days that I'd like to just walk...............I can get into a rent to own with more square footage for half of what I'm paying..............

I feel your pain, bro. This is the exact situation I'm in. I'm trying to get a loan mod, but got turned down the first time. So I will either do a short sale or be in foreclosure soon. I have lost 50% of the value of my home. And it's a condo, so it will never rebound. To make matters worse, there are a lot of foreclosures in the complex. Investors are snapping up the units and turning them into rentals, so the neighborhood is going downhill. With more renters than owners, lenders will not touch this area. First time home buyers cannot get conventional or FHA loans. That means more investors and more renters. I am paying premium price for living in a certain soon-to-be ghetto. And I can't get out. Oh what I would give to have parents to move in with.

kyriri · #**4273** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:47 AM

Wheee. Just got my first tattoo.

I'll get pictures up in a few days when it's not as red. It's a crested gecko, absolutely amazing. I love my artist... we've already started planning my next one, lol. It's gonna be my rainbow boa, curled around a Mayan statue of some sort, with leaves and everything.

I was happy it didn't hurt, well, it kinda did but nothing NEAR as bad as what my iguana can do to me after six months of nobody working with him or cutting his nails. For the beginning, it tickled. I also got realllllllly lightheaded, but after a few minutes and a cup of cold water, I was good to go for the rest of the session.

AGH! I can't wait to show you guys, I'm so pumped!

KyleZ · #**4274** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by RayRayShaniqua

I know this isn't directed at me but...
Living at your parent's house is overrated. I've been here since birth and I want to get out so badly it isn't even funny. I've never had the option of being independent, and as I've gotten older the more I want to leave. I just want to have my own things and do things my own way for a change. When I was a minor I took things in stride, but now I'm constantly conflicting with people in the house, especially my mother. I love her to death, but I think she doesn't want me to leave. My brother on the other hand will live here until he is 50.

Hay hay, RayRay is correct on this one. Especially at my age. Don't get me wrong, I have one of the coolest Moms on Earth, she loves snakes, listens to the same music as I and all, buit she is my Mom. We have a good deal worked out till I get back on my feet again, plus she owes me after the whole organ translpant deal

. But still... it's gotta be the most undignified I've ever been in my life. Oh well... I'm gonna try extra hard this week to hustle something, anything that will get me back out there on my own track.

Special K · #**4275** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Rachel SS

I just woke up from a nap. My hair is a disaster.

Mine's the same, 'cept I've been working for... 13 hours now.

RayRay · #**4276** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:50 AM

Yes, it's very true that the grass is greener on the other side. I'm not just going to pack my bags and leave. I want it to be a calculated decision and one that would be worthwhile.

I'm just developing my own individuality as an adult, and would rather part ways before things get too hairy around here. Sometimes I feel my relationships with my parents are strained because I'm around them so often. It sucks.

Rachel SS · #**4277** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Special K

Mine's the same, 'cept I've been working for... 13 hours now.

you work too much! How's you?

Special K · #**4278** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Rachel SS

you work too much! How's you?

Yeah, I get to come back in at 10am tomorrow.

I'm okay. Not feeling well, but okay.

You?

RayRay · #**4279** (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:58 AM

Also, growing up in my parent's house has always been less than stable.

I've seen a lot of heavy stuff go down, no less than 6 people (friends, relatives, foster kids) moved in and out, my grandfather died here, and I witnessed my father's health deteriorate since I was six. The man suffered 3 heart attacks and a stroke.

I've been through more than most people my age ever have. I don't care much for the lifestyle most people my age seem to live now. The partying and messing around. I did that all in high school and I just want to make a stable life for myself. I secured a steady job that I can advance in, and now I'm ready to take it to the next level and live my own life.

Part of me wants to stay, make sure my parents are alright, but I need to leave. I just can't continue to stay happy here forever, and keep putting up what I have for so long.