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I'm too optimistic to believe the past effects my choices today as far as dating goes. I'm quite limited in the whole area because I've been told cautionary tales of emotionally battered females, lol. Women settle a lot, I just wait until I'm somewhat intrigued by someone - so at least the game is somewhat worth it. Some witty guy with a good sense of humor that's a bit of an asshole, you know - just to make it interesting.

I was kind of with someone before - whom I was never really with because I didn't care for titles. However, everything about my behavior was girlfriend. His wasn't, and he expected me to just be there for him. He also expected to not fuck anyone else. I asked about it casually and he said, "I know it's not fair... but I couldn't look at you the same." I laughed. And I eventually got tired of him, or bored.

This is what guys do to those 'cool' females who aren't looking for commitment. And now he's hinting at wanting a girlfriend, go figure. I was just tripped out because I was stuck. I really didn't want to mess with other dudes, but it was like he was playing both sides. I took him for what his flawed logic presented. *shrug Now there's just phone conversations that he initiates, and my abrupt endings, "so... OK I'll talk to you later, BYE!"

I can't deal with guys around my age or younger than me anymore. I can't deal with guys that just ain't doing shit - really. I can't deal with guys without a plan and who don't intrigue me. Irresponsible, etc. It was just lame - settling when he wasn't worth it, just being willing.

How long has it been since this animated .gif of Jay-Z hit the net? A year and a half? Jay-Z's career is littered with mini victories and triumphs, but whenever someone wants to clown the shit out of Sean Carter they bring up two things.

1. His battle with Nas
2. The animated .gif below

The expression on his face like he really has to take a shit coupled with the "hmm should i be wearing these fucking glasses" take the cake. Then theres the reflection of lights that make him look like he has sparkly eyelashes.... It's all bad for the kid.

I salute you..... slightly uncomfortable Jay-Z animated .gif

Someone mentioned this on Twitter and it just took me back to getting looks for singing the chorus. That shit is catchy.

My profession involves being social in somewhat of the Hollywood scene. I'm used to not going out at all so it's really weird. I have to seem fun and I'm used to just standing around unless I'm drunk. So, I drink - and there's these kids dancing like Boy George sometimes so I'm trying really hard not to laugh. I can hardly hear anything anybody says so I nod at people give them a smile or a casual, "YEA! cool."

Just in general though, I'm 21 and I already feel like I'm too old for the club. I try to make it every blue moon just to get a Henn and Coke. White liquor if I don't want to be too relaxed. I refuse to pay to get in a club though, because YOU have to make it fun. I'm not someone who suggests going to the club - I'm the person who has a bottle of Jack in her purse prior.

And I never feel shy in a club. It's a waste of time and there's usually 5 ridiculous looking people on average. Just random people who are dancing to God knows what in their head. Laugh at them, even if you're one of them - it's great.

Oh, Platinum Patron Tequila will have you LITERALLY dancing in the street too.

Are you a thirsty dude?

Are you a little too willing? When you say you'd drink a chick's bathwater... are you serious?

I've run into thirsty men in a variety of flavors. My favorites are usually the ones on public transportation. They're always crazy, talkative and scary looking. They are the max thirsty, and they don't even care. I'm quite certain the 75% of people on the bus ain't got shit to lose. I'm usually the only one watching for roaches so I know this to be true.

Now, when/if you have get on the bus you must avoid eye contact. This is my personal mission, but sometimes dudes just put themselves in your view. Or, they continue to refer to you, say something that's obviously directed at you.

Last week I got direct finger pointing and was bestowed with a title. "See this girl right here, she da baddest bitch on the bus." I never felt so ugg.

Afterward, he went on to talk about my hair, the islands (I'm from Jamaica, says other people) and how I'm the mother of the world. He also said he was made from God by way of Pluto and Saturn.

It's fair to say I've experienced my fair amount of bus flirting. It's made me just stay home. I've also been hit on by everyone possible - the bus driver, the crippled dude, the homeless dude, the African dude, the lost dude, the dude that drives by while you're at the bus stop and waits for the bus with/next to you, the one that just stops for a long time while you walk the opposite direction, the broke musician, the broke artist, the butch lesbian chick annnd more.

The broke musician first enlightened me with a talk about the struggle. Oh, how I enjoy that. Not really. He kept with the "black women don't talk to black men anymore" tip. I wanted to ignore him but he asked directions first which was his segue to talk about instruments..and that awkwardly led to struggle talk. I know what comes to struggle talk, at least with me. Anytime some random dude wants to talk black relations.. he trying to flirt. I don't care what anyone else says.. because then this guy asked to borrow a pen. He wrote me a poem, which started out ok until it got to the part where I'm having his kids. He propositioned me. Imagine reading this in front of the suddenly creepy dude. It was so awkward and he missed his stop tryna talk to me too. I think I said something to the effect of "...uh thanks? I have a boyfriend."

I always say this although I never do. He was just so gross...and like 40 something. I prayed to get to my bus stop sooner. And people around you just treat the shit like daytime television. Horrible.

- Gin

Warning - A long drawn out nerd rant is below. If you don't care about nerd shit... Don't read it.



Like most kids, I was hardcore into video games throughout my childhood, but once I graduated high school I put the controllers down for the most part and only touched video games sparingly. I'd buy 2 games per year max (usually Madden, and some other title), and I never played online games.

This all changed when I got a PS3 for my birthday about 18 months ago .... and since then I've built up a steady collection of titles and even began regularly playing online/multiplayer games. I love my PS3, but one of the drawbacks of having this system is it seems like EVERYONE has a 360 but nobody has a PS3. I'm about to pull the following fact out of my ass, but in my experience it seems like 360 users outnumber PS3 users around 3 to 1 in the social circles I frequent.

So with that said, I've always been a tad bit envious that I can't play online with alot of other gamers I know due to my system of choice... Therefore... I finally caved in and bout an Xbox 360 (got this kick ass $99 deal from Amazon). My 360 was delivered today, and I ran out to the store and bought Left 4 Dead 2 and Modern Warfare 2.

Immediately upon taking the 360 out of the box and turning it on, I noticed a few things I didn't like.

1. The system is NOISY compared to PS3. The Playstation gets REALLY loud when it gets hot, but that's something that really rarely happens, in my case it usually happens in the hot summer months. However, the 360 is noisy all the time...

2. The controller requires batteries..and it's heavier than the PS3's Dual Shock controllers (probably due to the batteries).

3. The plastic used on both the console and the controllers seem cheaper than the PS3 materials. This really isn't a big deal, but I did notice it.

4. NO BUILT IN WIRELESS CARD?? WTF. Is this 1999? Why do I have to use an ethernet cord or spend $60.00 buying an "official" Xbox network adapter if I want to play online?


I had no idea the Xbox didn't have built in wireless networking, therefore I was unable to connect to Xbox Live and create and account and all that (oh yeah, Xbox Live is $50 per year... PS3 online gaming is free).

And lastly... first I want to say that I have not opened my Modern Warfare 2 yet. I know everyone is saying it's the game of the year and it's great... I wouldn't know because I'm not gonna play it until tomorrow.

....... but I did play Left 4 Dead 2... and this game is such a piece of shit.

Maybe it's because I've spent the last 30 days playing Uncharted 2 on PS3, which I can honestly say is one of the best games I've ever played. The dialogue, music, controls, GRAPHICS, and gameplay were all top notch. So when you go from playing Uncharted to playing Left 4 Dead 2.... it's almost insulting.


As of right now, I have only spent 3-4 hours with my new Xbox 360, so I admit I have not discovered all of the features this console has to offer, and my opinion very well may chance in the future. But this is my raw first impression/gut reaction .... this 360 does not hold a candle to my 400GB PS3.

- Dell

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