amstalder 0 #1 November 16, 2009 So, my parents are building their retirement home, and the lady building it is this super sweet little lady. Well for the last 4-5 months she's been talking about her grandson and how he needs to start taking responsibility with his life and how his parents hand him everything (theyre millionaires) and blah blah blah. Well, evidently he just broke up with his girlfriend. Well, I decided today that I would go out to the house with my folks and see how it's all turning out. Theyre signing for it on Monday, so its almost done! This was my first trip out there in awhile, and the builder had met us out there to discuss some stuff with my parents. and she brought this grandson with her.... And this is where the pain starts.... She introduces me to him (and while youre reading this make sure you remember these two have VERY deep Southern accents), and the next thing out of her mouth is "And she skydives! Can you believe she jumps out of planes with a parachute strapped to her back??" Ok, no big deal, she's super sweet. Well this kid responds after a few seconds with "I dont know anything about parachutes." So I tried to be polite and just smile, and make a little small talk. But holy shit it was hard. You could just see him trying to rub together his 3 brain cells to form sentences. I kept asking him about school and what he wants to do with his life (basically the idea of school to him is its a place to party, and he wants to take over the family business after college... A real hard worker you know.). He asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" It was seriously the most awkward/painful experience of my life. BUT my parents just told me theyd fill up my car for being nice Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dougiefresh 0 #2 November 16, 2009 You've lived a sheltered life.Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so. --Douglas Adams Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #3 November 16, 2009 QuoteHe asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" I don't know anything about field parties. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #4 November 16, 2009 Painful would have been if you were drunk and woke up next to him. Be warned there are alot of morons in the world. The worst part is he could be president one day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airathanas 0 #5 November 16, 2009 So I'm guessing that you've never gone through any major surgery? Because that just sounds very uncomfortable situation but not a painful one. Sorry sweetie but that sounds like a very drastic statement to say to a forum of skydivers- many skydivers that have undergone some very painful experiences and now have metal rods and plates in their body. In comparison, this situation sounds like cake. "Wow you're a dumbass Mr. Silver Spoon, good luck with your life" moving on now... People who know that you skydive will put you on the spot when introducing you to new people. The best response I've gotten so far is, "Well you don't LOOK crazy!" Uncomfortable yes, painful no.http://3ringnecklace.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yoink 321 #6 November 16, 2009 QuoteQuoteHe asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" I don't know anything about field parties. We used to call those 'raves'. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amstalder 0 #7 November 16, 2009 QuoteQuoteHe asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" I don't know anything about field parties. Evidently, they go to fields and throw parties... that is what I got out of it anyways.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shah269 0 #8 November 16, 2009 Most painful experience of my LIFE? An ingrown pube....that was OUCH! I think your parents think that you aren't too interested in boys and are really trying to hook you up. Just lie and tell them that you are madly in love with a guy named Shah. For a small price I'll even email you, call you and provide various photos. Life through good thoughts, good words, and good deeds is necessary to ensure happiness and to keep chaos at bay. The only thing that falls from the sky is birdshit and fools! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Misternatural 0 #9 November 16, 2009 >You've lived a sheltered life. Hey Dice Clay- Ashli is a young adult but don't be fooled- read some of her other posts here before you pass judgement. You will see that she has her brain fully plugged in.Beware of the collateralizing and monetization of your desires. D S #3.1415 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amstalder 0 #10 November 16, 2009 QuoteSo I'm guessing that you've never gone through any major surgery? Because that just sounds very uncomfortable situation but not a painful one. Sorry sweetie but that sounds like a very drastic statement to say to a forum of skydivers- many skydivers that have undergone some very painful experiences and now have metal rods and plates in their body. In comparison, this situation sounds like cake. "Wow you're a dumbass Mr. Silver Spoon, good luck with your life" moving on now... People who know that you skydive will put you on the spot when introducing you to new people. The best response I've gotten so far is, "Well you don't LOOK crazy!" Uncomfortable yes, painful no. I actually have had major surgery, and have experienced a lot of physical pain. And even mantal pain and irritation. No this wasnt physically painful. By no means did I intend to imply that it was physically painful. However, I am usually quite good at holding conversations with people I dont know and keeping a situation from being awkward. But the fact that this kid expected me to fawn over him (his reputation is known around here, its a pretty small area) and couldnt even hold a conversation with me or my parents, was quite unacceptable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #11 November 16, 2009 QuoteQuoteQuoteHe asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" I don't know anything about field parties. Evidently, they go to fields and throw parties... that is what I got out of it anyways.... One of the better boogies I've been to was an early FreeFly Festival in Rome,Ga. We couldn't hold the party on the airport so they found a local land owner that let us have the party in a field about a mile from the road. Generator for lights and tunes,it was a blast. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amstalder 0 #12 November 16, 2009 Quote Most painful experience of my LIFE? An ingrown pube....that was OUCH! I think your parents think that you aren't too interested in boys and are really trying to hook you up. Just lie and tell them that you are madly in love with a guy named Shah. For a small price I'll even email you, call you and provide various photos. Haha thank you Shah. My parents actually didnt know the builder was planning this. My parents know good and well not to get involved in my love life anymore than letting me know what they think of the guy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amstalder 0 #13 November 16, 2009 QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteHe asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" I don't know anything about field parties. Evidently, they go to fields and throw parties... that is what I got out of it anyways.... One of the better boogies I've been to was an early FreeFly Festival in Rome,Ga. We couldn't hold the party on the airport so they found a local land owner that let us have the party in a field about a mile from the road. Generator for lights and tunes,it was a blast. Now that sounds fun! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #14 November 16, 2009 Quote One of the better boogies I've been to was an early FreeFly Festival in Rome,Ga. We couldn't hold the party on the airport so they found a local land owner that let us have the party in a field about a mile from the road. Generator for lights and tunes,it was a blast. Sounds a bit like a couple parties I've been to: 1. We drove to another state, and drove around for an hour in the vicinity, encountering other car loads of people also trying to find the party, until someone finally gave us the exact directions to turn left at the grain bin, drive through the ditch, then through the field up and over the hill to the valley behind it. Unfortunately, it was so well hidden, that the band never found it.However about 1am I was awakened in my sleeping bag by one of the many cops who did find it.Then we got frisked, ID'd, and joined the caravan of cars who were going through the blockade to the public road, where another set of cops were repeating the process. 2. I was once invited to a field party by a co-worker who was ex-Amish. i.e. this was a Amish party, with very few non-Amish in attendance. Strangest thing to see all the Amish boys in their charcoal gray pants & suspenders, and all the Amish girls in their pastel dresses...all tipping beers and passing the joints around."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #15 November 16, 2009 I don't get it.. Where exactly was the painful bit?? The fact that this dude wasn't good at small-talk???? Am I missing something?? "There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #16 November 16, 2009 Quote Quote He asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" I don't know anything about field parties. What about a blanket party? Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,072 #17 November 16, 2009 >But holy shit it was hard. My advice - drink heavily. Do so surreptitiously, so he does not become inclined to drink as well. Eventually you will reach a level of inebriation* where his chatter will seem less like torture and more like witty conversation, and he will be much easier to take. (WARNING - do not exceed this point; this may lead to serious errors in judgment with respect to his attractiveness/suitability as a boyfriend.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #18 November 16, 2009 Quote >But holy shit it was hard. My advice - drink heavily. Do so surreptitiously, so he does not become inclined to drink as well. Eventually you will reach a level of inebriation* where his chatter will seem less like torture and more like witty conversation, and he will be much easier to take. (WARNING - do not exceed this point; this may lead to serious errors in judgment with respect to his attractiveness/suitability as a boyfriend.) The problem with this tactic is that deteriming that point is very difficult, and it is almost impossible to tell when you have gone past it until it is too late"There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #19 November 16, 2009 Quote Quote >But holy shit it was hard. My advice - drink heavily. Do so surreptitiously, so he does not become inclined to drink as well. Eventually you will reach a level of inebriation* where his chatter will seem less like torture and more like witty conversation, and he will be much easier to take. (WARNING - do not exceed this point; this may lead to serious errors in judgment with respect to his attractiveness/suitability as a boyfriend.) The problem with this tactic is that deteriming that point is very difficult, and it is almost impossible to tell when you have gone past it until it is too late Yeah.. You've usually reached that point just moment before you decide you just want "one more"... 10 drinks later, you're so beyond that point you have no idea what the point of anything is - it just sure sounds like fun!! "There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedude325 0 #20 November 17, 2009 Quote BUT my parents just told me theyd fill up my car for being nice You two have more in common than you think... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #21 November 17, 2009 Hey, be nice to him, you're about to move, could use all the extra help you can get! Less lifting for me! "I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj126 0 #22 November 17, 2009 Damn, high hopes then the let down. Thought it was going to be about anal sex. I Am Sofa King We Todd Did!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,072 #23 November 17, 2009 > You've usually reached that point just moment before you decide you just want "one more" . . . Yes! That's probably the biggest lesson I've learned over the years with respect to not making a drunken fool of myself. When another beer sounds like a _really_ good idea - get a Coke. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #24 November 17, 2009 QuoteQuoteQuoteHe asks me if Ive ever been to a "field party" I don't know anything about field parties. We used to call those 'raves'. haha. ive been to many a field party and rave, such fun!Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #25 November 17, 2009 Quote The best response I've gotten so far is, "Well you don't LOOK crazy!" Uncomfortable yes, painful no. and when that happens to me I look at them very matter of factly and simply state... "Oh, I assure you I am CRAZY..." and leave it at that... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
