I mostly just wonder why my haters can't hate with good grammar, proper spelling and punctuation, and a very basic, third-grade level command of the English language.
Is this karma from having been a militant copy-editor for so long?
Is this really the only response that you have? Sorry, but it is a tad played out.
I'm sorry, but what did you want her to say?
-"Aw, I'm so sorry you guys. I'll only post opinions you like"
-"Fuck off"
-"" no response
Any of those would have gotten ridiculous reactions from people. For HGF responding or even not responding is a lose-lose. People bitch either way and someone is going to be unhappy.
It would just be really great if she would own up to not always being a nice person.
STUCK
Seriously - who the fuck is nice all the damn time? Is that really what you want from her? This is so riduclous.
My FI is nice most of the time, I'm not always nice. We balance each other quite nicely. I don't think HGF ever pretends to be nice all of the time.
Also, if she is just disagreeing she doesn't have to respond to each comment. She is free to ignore it and you are free to "call her" on it. I don't think it is terrible to not respond to some things.
JFC, can you let her fucking talk for herself?
Again, people get shit on for coming to her defense, and for not coming to her defense. Pick an argument and stick to it.
Show me where I argued that people weren't coming to her defense? You can't? Didn't think so.
Oh my bad, you're all starting to look the same to me.
From what I see there was ONE person who did the whole "oh you don't have anything to say now" bullshit and that ONE person was very obviously not understanding this discussion.
I was going to go back and count the sheer number of simultaneous conversations in this thread, but then it was too exhausting once I got to this point.
Off the top of my head in no particular order there are a few replies to the OP, conversations about spelling and grammar, replies about having to use your own countries spelling, comments about the word slut, minion gifs, stripper shoes, trolls, TOS, HGF not fighting her own battles, walking in stripper shoes, and I offered everyone wine at some point.
I was going to go back and count the sheer number of simultaneous conversations in this thread, but then it was too exhausting once I got to this point.
Off the top of my head in no particular order there are a few replies to the OP, conversations about spelling and grammar, replies about having to use your own countries spelling, comments about the word slut, minion gifs, stripper shoes, trolls, TOS, HGF not fighting her own battles, walking in stripper shoes, and I offered everyone wine at some point.
Does this thread remind anyone else of when a new special snowflake calls KGs because her feelings got hurt and people disagreed with her?
Ahhh yes that was Lemclane who after getting people banned triumphantly declared that TK was "hers" again - because you know, she wasn't a newb who didn't like others' opinions or anything. I believe she pulled similar stunts off board.
Whatever became of her??
You'll never be subject to a cash bar, gap, potluck wedding, or b-list if you
marry a Muppet Overlord.
I'm jealous of all ya'll who can wear those giant shoes. I'm 5'9" (ish? maybe 5'10" if I stand up straight?) so I would be a BEAST in those things. Thankfully FI is 6'4" so I can still wear 4" heels for the wedding without looking weird (at least to me), but that's as far as I'll push it.
Rock it, girls! I'm 5'11" and still love me a good heel.
I'm 6'1" and wear 5-6 inch heels quite often. I love it. FH is 6'7" so at least I don't tower over him. We do get looks here and there when we go out in public and I'm in heels because we are so tall, but I don't care. I love a nice heel!
"So, are my bosses who were born in the US and now live in Canada allowed to use the British spelling? What about my carpool buddy who is a dual American-British citizen? Which spelling should she use? If some one that is American prefers to spell words the British way, or was taught to spell them that way, I'm not sure why I should have a problem with that as a Canadian. And FTR, I grew up directly across the border from the US. We were taught things in F, feet/inches and with the American spelling, despite being in Canada. In spite of this, I use the proper Canadian/British spelling and measurements now. I hope that doesn't make me pretentious as well."
Fine I'll amend my statement. It also makes sense to respect the place you're in. For an American transplant working in. Canada, UK, etc. it makes sense to use local spellings. It is still pretentious for someone born, raised, and currently working in then US to use Canadian/British spelling just for "funsies". In other words... None of the examples given apply here. Happy now?
ETA: the quote box ran away
I'm stuck in the box too!
I forgot to include my point. HGF said she was taught British spellings at home, however when she went to school she failed spelling tests for using British spelling instead of American spelling, which is understandable because she wasn't using the American spelling in an American school. However, I don't see why it's a problem if she prefers to use the British spelling in her personal life. I see it as similar to my coworker, who speaks her native language at home and taught it to her children. There are no problems with her family speaking their native language in their personal life, but they should communicate in English outside of the home. I'm not sure I articulated this well, but basically, if you were taught and prefer one spelling over another, it's not a big deal. It may be pretentious, but it doesn't bother everyone.
My original point was to point out to the person that had an issue with "centre" that you don't know where posters are posting from, unless they tell you this information, so the spelling they used could be the correct spelling.
On a lighter note, I always mess up gray/grey and only know the Canadian spelling because my computer underlines it if it's wrong.
I mostly just wonder why my haters can't hate with good grammar, proper spelling and punctuation, and a very basic, third-grade level command of the English language.
Is this karma from having been a militant copy-editor for so long?
Is this really the only response that you have? Sorry, but it is a tad played out.
I'm sorry, but what did you want her to say?
-"Aw, I'm so sorry you guys. I'll only post opinions you like"
-"Fuck off"
-"" no response
Any of those would have gotten ridiculous reactions from people. For HGF responding or even not responding is a lose-lose. People bitch either way and someone is going to be unhappy.
It would just be really great if she would own up to not always being a nice person.
STUCK
Seriously - who the fuck is nice all the damn time? Is that really what you want from her? This is so riduclous.
My FI is nice most of the time, I'm not always nice. We balance each other quite nicely. I don't think HGF ever pretends to be nice all of the time.
Also, if she is just disagreeing she doesn't have to respond to each comment. She is free to ignore it and you are free to "call her" on it. I don't think it is terrible to not respond to some things.
JFC, can you let her fucking talk for herself?
Yup, this is pretty much the whole issue that some of us have. HGF gets called out on shit and instead of responding for herself she walks away and lets others fight her battle. We are all adults here and as adults you should be able to respond to things accordingly rather then having others speak for you.
I have responded, TYVM. The fact that you missed that, or that my responses aren't to your liking, aren't my problem. You don't like them, don't read them.
Also, in the generally accepted adult world, not engaging with people who are reduced to name-calling and personal attacks is considered a sign of rising above the issue, rather than getting down in the mud.
I don't really see the need to 'defend' myself from ad hominem attacks by people looking to create drama. If I wanted to deal with that level of crazy, I'd call up DH's grandmother.
No you really haven't responded except to berate people about their grammar and spelling which is just as bad as them berating you about you making fun of your H.
And cool it with your DH's grandmother. We get it. You hate her. You are a martyr for putting up with her. Kudos to you.
Does this thread remind anyone else of when a new special snowflake calls KGs because her feelings got hurt and people disagreed with her?
Ahhh yes that was Lemclane who after getting people banned triumphantly declared that TK was "hers" again - because you know, she wasn't a newb who didn't like others' opinions or anything. I believe she pulled similar stunts off board.
Whatever became of her??
Well once you rule an internet forum what else are you gonna do with your life? I mean you've basically peeked.
Holy shitballs, you guys. I thought this was just a really long thread with funny stories of things our SOs said.
I feel like this post needs this.
How do people walk in those? I mean that seriously -- with the platform that tall AND the heel, I feel like I'd fall over and break something.
But heels in general aren't always a good idea for me, because I lack physical grace sometimes, so maybe it's just me.
As a former stripper, I will be happy to explain. With a diagram.
As you can see, the FEELING of the heel height, is much smaller than the heel height + platform. You are still on a rise to feel like you're wearing a 3.5-3.75" heel all told.
They take practice and some ankle strength to get used to walking in. BUT, once you get your walk down, you feel like an eleven foot tall amazon goddess because it becomes difficult for anyone to do anything but stare admiringly at you when you walk around in them.
Wow, I bet you have some stories, huh?!
As a person who has many pairs of platform heels, I think that explanation was perfect. I personally find them far more comfortable to wear than regular heels. . . the platform doesn't seem to kill your foot as much.
"Love is the one thing we're capable of perceiving that transcends time and space."
I mostly just wonder why my haters can't hate with good grammar, proper spelling and punctuation, and a very basic, third-grade level command of the English language.
Is this karma from having been a militant copy-editor for so long?
Is this really the only response that you have? Sorry, but it is a tad played out.
I'm sorry, but what did you want her to say?
-"Aw, I'm so sorry you guys. I'll only post opinions you like"
-"Fuck off"
-"" no response
Any of those would have gotten ridiculous reactions from people. For HGF responding or even not responding is a lose-lose. People bitch either way and someone is going to be unhappy.
It would just be really great if she would own up to not always being a nice person.
STUCK
Seriously - who the fuck is nice all the damn time? Is that really what you want from her? This is so riduclous.
My FI is nice most of the time, I'm not always nice. We balance each other quite nicely. I don't think HGF ever pretends to be nice all of the time.
Also, if she is just disagreeing she doesn't have to respond to each comment. She is free to ignore it and you are free to "call her" on it. I don't think it is terrible to not respond to some things.
JFC, can you let her fucking talk for herself?
Yup, this is pretty much the whole issue that some of us have. HGF gets called out on shit and instead of responding for herself she walks away and lets others fight her battle. We are all adults here and as adults you should be able to respond to things accordingly rather then having others speak for you.
I have responded, TYVM. The fact that you missed that, or that my responses aren't to your liking, aren't my problem. You don't like them, don't read them.
Also, in the generally accepted adult world, not engaging with people who are reduced to name-calling and personal attacks is considered a sign of rising above the issue, rather than getting down in the mud.
I don't really see the need to 'defend' myself from ad hominem attacks by people looking to create drama. If I wanted to deal with that level of crazy, I'd call up DH's grandmother.
No you really haven't responded except to berate people about their grammar and spelling which is just as bad as them berating you about you making fun of your H.
And cool it with your DH's grandmother. We get it. You hate her. You are a martyr for putting up with her. Kudos to you.
I'm sorry, what in your opinion is the appropriate response to someone who thinks I (a) have minions or (b) have someone up my ass?
I'm gonna go with 'not my circus, not my monkeys.'
I mostly just wonder why my haters can't hate with good grammar, proper spelling and punctuation, and a very basic, third-grade level command of the English language.
Is this karma from having been a militant copy-editor for so long?
Is this really the only response that you have? Sorry, but it is a tad played out.
I'm sorry, but what did you want her to say?
-"Aw, I'm so sorry you guys. I'll only post opinions you like"
-"Fuck off"
-"" no response
Any of those would have gotten ridiculous reactions from people. For HGF responding or even not responding is a lose-lose. People bitch either way and someone is going to be unhappy.
It would just be really great if she would own up to not always being a nice person.
STUCK
Seriously - who the fuck is nice all the damn time? Is that really what you want from her? This is so riduclous.
My FI is nice most of the time, I'm not always nice. We balance each other quite nicely. I don't think HGF ever pretends to be nice all of the time.
Also, if she is just disagreeing she doesn't have to respond to each comment. She is free to ignore it and you are free to "call her" on it. I don't think it is terrible to not respond to some things.
JFC, can you let her fucking talk for herself?
Yup, this is pretty much the whole issue that some of us have. HGF gets called out on shit and instead of responding for herself she walks away and lets others fight her battle. We are all adults here and as adults you should be able to respond to things accordingly rather then having others speak for you.
I think my only issue with this post is the fact that there are obviously a few users who have created aliases in order to speak their mind (misscleo anyone? pretty sure that was a reference in a very recent thread), rather than acting like adults and defending their stance with their own username. I'm not defending HisGirl at all, or coming to her rescue, but I can't really respect the opinion of posters who hid behind fake usernames to stir the pot. Those of you who are actually speaking your mind without resorting to childish behavior and creating fake names I can respect. I may not agree with you, but I certainly respect you a whole lot more.
ETA: words aren't my friends today
People can't make fake usernames and post the same day. There is a 2-day waiting period now on the boards. You can see how long a name has been around by clicking on it or looking at the number attached to the cake under the username.
I wish was an amazon goddess in those @beethery, even when I rock my highest heels, I still just hit slightly over 5'7". But they make my ass look good.
I'm 5'4" so in heels I'm not much better @MagicInk. I can manage to be just taller than FI though depending on the heels. . . I think he's 5'9" or 5'10"
"Love is the one thing we're capable of perceiving that transcends time and space."
I mostly just wonder why my haters can't hate with good grammar, proper spelling and punctuation, and a very basic, third-grade level command of the English language.
Is this karma from having been a militant copy-editor for so long?
Is this really the only response that you have? Sorry, but it is a tad played out.
I'm sorry, but what did you want her to say?
-"Aw, I'm so sorry you guys. I'll only post opinions you like"
-"Fuck off"
-"" no response
Any of those would have gotten ridiculous reactions from people. For HGF responding or even not responding is a lose-lose. People bitch either way and someone is going to be unhappy.
It would just be really great if she would own up to not always being a nice person.
STUCK
Seriously - who the fuck is nice all the damn time? Is that really what you want from her? This is so riduclous.
My FI is nice most of the time, I'm not always nice. We balance each other quite nicely. I don't think HGF ever pretends to be nice all of the time.
Also, if she is just disagreeing she doesn't have to respond to each comment. She is free to ignore it and you are free to "call her" on it. I don't think it is terrible to not respond to some things.
JFC, can you let her fucking talk for herself?
Yup, this is pretty much the whole issue that some of us have. HGF gets called out on shit and instead of responding for herself she walks away and lets others fight her battle. We are all adults here and as adults you should be able to respond to things accordingly rather then having others speak for you.
I think my only issue with this post is the fact that there are obviously a few users who have created aliases in order to speak their mind (misscleo anyone? pretty sure that was a reference in a very recent thread), rather than acting like adults and defending their stance with their own username. I'm not defending HisGirl at all, or coming to her rescue, but I can't really respect the opinion of posters who hid behind fake usernames to stir the pot. Those of you who are actually speaking your mind without resorting to childish behavior and creating fake names I can respect. I may not agree with you, but I certainly respect you a whole lot more.
ETA: words aren't my friends today
People can't make fake usernames and post the same day. There is a 2-day waiting period now on the boards. You can see how long a name has been around by clicking on it or looking at the number attached to the cake under the username.
I understand that. But at least one of the usernames seems far too suspicious to not be a reg posting under a fake username that they created (for whatever reason). They created a username in the recent past yet knows about things that happened much farther back. Why not just say your piece under your regular username? If we're all adults and all stand by what we say, why post under fake names? We all get that not everyone will get along and like everyone else on this site. No one is that delusional. I just don't understand using fake names to rile up the masses.
I mostly just wonder why my haters can't hate with good grammar, proper spelling and punctuation, and a very basic, third-grade level command of the English language.
Is this karma from having been a militant copy-editor for so long?
Is this really the only response that you have? Sorry, but it is a tad played out.
I'm sorry, but what did you want her to say?
-"Aw, I'm so sorry you guys. I'll only post opinions you like"
-"Fuck off"
-"" no response
Any of those would have gotten ridiculous reactions from people. For HGF responding or even not responding is a lose-lose. People bitch either way and someone is going to be unhappy.
It would just be really great if she would own up to not always being a nice person.
STUCK
Seriously - who the fuck is nice all the damn time? Is that really what you want from her? This is so riduclous.
My FI is nice most of the time, I'm not always nice. We balance each other quite nicely. I don't think HGF ever pretends to be nice all of the time.
Also, if she is just disagreeing she doesn't have to respond to each comment. She is free to ignore it and you are free to "call her" on it. I don't think it is terrible to not respond to some things.
JFC, can you let her fucking talk for herself?
Yup, this is pretty much the whole issue that some of us have. HGF gets called out on shit and instead of responding for herself she walks away and lets others fight her battle. We are all adults here and as adults you should be able to respond to things accordingly rather then having others speak for you.
I have responded, TYVM. The fact that you missed that, or that my responses aren't to your liking, aren't my problem. You don't like them, don't read them.
Also, in the generally accepted adult world, not engaging with people who are reduced to name-calling and personal attacks is considered a sign of rising above the issue, rather than getting down in the mud.
I don't really see the need to 'defend' myself from ad hominem attacks by people looking to create drama. If I wanted to deal with that level of crazy, I'd call up DH's grandmother.
No you really haven't responded except to berate people about their grammar and spelling which is just as bad as them berating you about you making fun of your H.
And cool it with your DH's grandmother. We get it. You hate her. You are a martyr for putting up with her. Kudos to you.
I'm sorry, what in your opinion is the appropriate response to someone who thinks I (a) have minions or (b) have someone up my ass?
Um how about "Sorry to disappoint but a) I don't have minions and b) I don't have anyone up my ass." Instead you walked away and allowed others to talk for you to the point of even calling on the KGs, for some unknown reason since no one violated anything, so you pretty much just proved the other posters points that you do in fact have minions that will do your dirty work and you do have people with some severely brown noses.
Everyone here over 5' tall that is complaining about being short should come live in my world for few minutes! There are quite a few 10 year-olds who are taller than I am. lol
I wish was an amazon goddess in those @beethery, even when I rock my highest heels, I still just hit slightly over 5'7". But they make my ass look good.
I'm 5'4" so in heels I'm not much better @MagicInk. I can manage to be just taller than FI though depending on the heels. . . I think he's 5'9" or 5'10"
I'm 5'4" in flats and DH is 6'4", so I can still rock heels and not be taller than him! When he's wearing his steel-toe work shoes and I'm in flats I feel super short.
I actually really like these but I don't want to try carrying around a baby in them.
Yeah, you have to be careful with your balance on those. They change your whole center of gravity, so you have to be super aware of that.
ETA: by 'those' I mean the shoes. I don't know if a baby changes your center of gravity. I've never had one lol
A woman's center of gravity is in her pelvis, so it should remain in her pelvis whether she was born 6'8" or whether she is wearing high ass shoes. . . right?
I think the balance issue for ppl who are new to high heels is just that they aren't used to having their center of gravity-their pelvis- be higher off the ground.
"Love is the one thing we're capable of perceiving that transcends time and space."
As a person who has many pairs of platform heels, I think that explanation was perfect. I personally find them far more comfortable to wear than regular heels. . . the platform doesn't seem to kill your foot as much.
I agree! The platform helps...in some way. It makes it much easier. I also feel like the ball of my foot isn't hitting right on the floor when I walk.
I mostly just wonder why my haters can't hate with good grammar, proper spelling and punctuation, and a very basic, third-grade level command of the English language.
Is this karma from having been a militant copy-editor for so long?
Is this really the only response that you have? Sorry, but it is a tad played out.
I'm sorry, but what did you want her to say?
-"Aw, I'm so sorry you guys. I'll only post opinions you like"
-"Fuck off"
-"" no response
Any of those would have gotten ridiculous reactions from people. For HGF responding or even not responding is a lose-lose. People bitch either way and someone is going to be unhappy.
It would just be really great if she would own up to not always being a nice person.
STUCK
Seriously - who the fuck is nice all the damn time? Is that really what you want from her? This is so riduclous.
My FI is nice most of the time, I'm not always nice. We balance each other quite nicely. I don't think HGF ever pretends to be nice all of the time.
Also, if she is just disagreeing she doesn't have to respond to each comment. She is free to ignore it and you are free to "call her" on it. I don't think it is terrible to not respond to some things.
JFC, can you let her fucking talk for herself?
Yup, this is pretty much the whole issue that some of us have. HGF gets called out on shit and instead of responding for herself she walks away and lets others fight her battle. We are all adults here and as adults you should be able to respond to things accordingly rather then having others speak for you.
I think my only issue with this post is the fact that there are obviously a few users who have created aliases in order to speak their mind (misscleo anyone? pretty sure that was a reference in a very recent thread), rather than acting like adults and defending their stance with their own username. I'm not defending HisGirl at all, or coming to her rescue, but I can't really respect the opinion of posters who hid behind fake usernames to stir the pot. Those of you who are actually speaking your mind without resorting to childish behavior and creating fake names I can respect. I may not agree with you, but I certainly respect you a whole lot more.
ETA: words aren't my friends today
People can't make fake usernames and post the same day. There is a 2-day waiting period now on the boards. You can see how long a name has been around by clicking on it or looking at the number attached to the cake under the username.
I understand that. But at least one of the usernames seems far too suspicious to not be a reg posting under a fake username that they created (for whatever reason). They created a username in the recent past yet knows about things that happened much farther back. Why not just say your piece under your regular username? If we're all adults and all stand by what we say, why post under fake names? We all get that not everyone will get along and like everyone else on this site. No one is that delusional. I just don't understand using fake names to rile up the masses.
I think you might be reading into things. I honestly don't think there are reg's posting under AEs in this thread.
I actually really like these but I don't want to try carrying around a baby in them.
Yeah, you have to be careful with your balance on those. They change your whole center of gravity, so you have to be super aware of that.
ETA: by 'those' I mean the shoes. I don't know if a baby changes your center of gravity. I've never had one lol
A woman's center of gravity is in her pelvis, so it should remain in her pelvis whether she was born 6'8" or whether she is wearing high ass shoes. . . right?
I think the balance issue for ppl who are new to high heels is just that they aren't used to having their center of gravity-their pelvis- be higher off the ground.
Pregnancy definitely changes your center of gravity and I'm don't know if carrying the the 20 pound carseat does, but it sure feels like it.
Re: Sh!t my husband says
Also, pretending to be a Spice Girl.
You'll never be subject to a cash bar, gap, potluck wedding, or b-list if you marry a Muppet Overlord.
I'm 6'1" and wear 5-6 inch heels quite often. I love it. FH is 6'7" so at least I don't tower over him. We do get looks here and there when we go out in public and I'm in heels because we are so tall, but I don't care. I love a nice heel!
I'm the fuck out.
OMG I love those. I definitely need to spice up my shoe wardrobe. These are what I'm wearing today.
As a person who has many pairs of platform heels, I think that explanation was perfect. I personally find them far more comfortable to wear than regular heels. . . the platform doesn't seem to kill your foot as much.
"Love is the one thing we're capable of perceiving that transcends time and space."
I'm the fuck out.
"Love is the one thing we're capable of perceiving that transcends time and space."
Sometimes people leave due to bullshit and come back with a new name to infrequently make comments.
I'm 5'4" in flats and DH is 6'4", so I can still rock heels and not be taller than him! When he's wearing his steel-toe work shoes and I'm in flats I feel super short.
I think the balance issue for ppl who are new to high heels is just that they aren't used to having their center of gravity-their pelvis- be higher off the ground.
"Love is the one thing we're capable of perceiving that transcends time and space."