Some People....

[amber]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

Those things are not useless. And you are never haughty, uppity, condescending, or anything like that. You are way too nice for any of that.

Awww. I'm not, but thank you. No, I'm not uppity with it, because it doesn't coalesce well in my mind, to write about. It's much better when I write papers. Rest assured, though, if I could be snobulous, I might be! My friends tend to think I seem snobbish. I tend to have a nebulous grasp of the EVERYTHING, without having too many details about any one thing. I like to think about how everything in the world fits together, and I tend to abhorr petty details. I'm very "big picture" whatevah that means. It's a curse, but in my mind, it's a blessing, because I have lots of things to think about! I love being deep, yet shallow, and well educated, yet not completely. I love being smart, yet dumb, yet misunderstood, yet not not really. I love being complex, yet simple, yet moody, yet consistent. Also I am pretty, yet ugly, that's always fascinating. Plus, nice, yet mean. Giving, yet Stingy. It really goes on and on. It's all part of the Cancer enigma. (include dorky yet dorky).
Thanks, though, that is quite a compliment coming from one of the nicest, most thoughtful, smartest people on the Ledge.
Oh, as I look at my post, you can also add: Self absorbed, yet interested in others.

[thepoetinmyhear]

Originally Posted by amber

Awww. I'm not, but thank you. No, I'm not uppity with it, because it doesn't coalesce well in my mind, to write about. It's much better when I write papers. Rest assured, though, if I could be snobulous, I might be! My friends tend to think I seem snobbish. I tend to have a nebulous grasp of the EVERYTHING, without having too many details about any one thing. I like to think about how everything in the world fits together, and I tend to abhorr petty details. I'm very "big picture" whatevah that means. It's a curse, but in my mind, it's a blessing, because I have lots of things to think about! I love being deep, yet shallow, and well educated, yet not completely. I love being smart, yet dumb, yet misunderstood, yet not not really. I love being complex, yet simple, yet moody, yet consistent. Also I am pretty, yet ugly, that's always fascinating. Plus, nice, yet mean. Giving, yet Stingy. It really goes on and on. It's all part of the Cancer enigma. (include dorky yet dorky).
Thanks, though, that is quite a compliment coming from one of the nicest, most thoughtful, smartest people on the Ledge.
Oh, as I look at my post, you can also add: Self absorbed, yet interested in others.

The only thing I can think when I read this post is, "And what it all boils down to is that I haven't got it figured out just yet. Cause I've got One hand in my pocket and the other one is..." typing a post.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by amber

Awww. I'm not, but thank you. No, I'm not uppity with it, because it doesn't coalesce well in my mind, to write about. It's much better when I write papers. Rest assured, though, if I could be snobulous, I might be! My friends tend to think I seem snobbish. I tend to have a nebulous grasp of the EVERYTHING, without having too many details about any one thing. I like to think about how everything in the world fits together, and I tend to abhorr petty details. I'm very "big picture" whatevah that means. It's a curse, but in my mind, it's a blessing, because I have lots of things to think about! I love being deep, yet shallow, and well educated, yet not completely. I love being smart, yet dumb, yet misunderstood, yet not not really. I love being complex, yet simple, yet moody, yet consistent. Also I am pretty, yet ugly, that's always fascinating. Plus, nice, yet mean. Giving, yet Stingy. It really goes on and on. It's all part of the Cancer enigma. (include dorky yet dorky).
Thanks, though, that is quite a compliment coming from one of the nicest, most thoughtful, smartest people on the Ledge.
Oh, as I look at my post, you can also add: Self absorbed, yet interested in others.

Why, thank you for the compliments!

I really like the part about having a nebulous grasp of everything without having too many details about anything. I think that's me. But there are a few topics about which I know some ridiculous, petty details in comparison to other people, like auscultation, of course. I know some details here and there, but they are only details about things no one cares about, anyway.

[amber]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

Why, thank you for the compliments!

I really like the part about having a nebulous grasp of everything without having too many details about anything. I think that's me. But there are a few topics about which I know some ridiculous, petty details in comparison to other people, like auscultation, of course. I know some details here and there, but they are only details about things no one cares about, anyway.

Isn't that just the way? I love learning about all the different things that different people know, on the Ledge. But, you have to admit, you are going for a degree, so probably have some higher knowledge in the skill you are involved in learning. I've always admired degree people, they have a stick toitiveness that I lack. (somewhat - I have it in some areas). It's always been so hard for me to decide that I want to concentrate, and learn about, only one thing. It seems so narrow, to me, to not learn about everything together. Because everything affects everything else. I suppose, If i was put to the test, I might get a sociology degree. But this paralegal thing might actually get me a good job! so I can travel...and goof off...lol, I'm like, the quintessential dilletante slacker.
Oh, and you deserve the compliments, else I woudn't give them. Everyone knows, you are hella nice!!! I'm sure it's the consensus.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by amber

Isn't that just the way? I love learning about all the different things that different people know, on the Ledge. But, you have to admit, you are going for a degree, so probably have some higher knowledge in the skill you are involved in learning. I've always admired degree people, they have a stick toitiveness that I lack. (somewhat - I have it in some areas). It's always been so hard for me to decide that I want to concentrate, and learn about, only one thing. It seems so narrow, to me, to not learn about everything together. Because everything affects everything else. I suppose, If i was put to the test, I might get a sociology degree. But this paralegal thing might actually get me a good job! so I can travel...and goof off...lol, I'm like, the quintessential dilletante slacker.
Oh, and you deserve the compliments, else I woudn't give them. Everyone knows, you are hella nice!!! I'm sure it's the consensus.

Yes, I suppose I could say that I must know a lot about English because I'm getting a BA in it within the next two semesters, but I have so many posts with grammatical errors and intentionally and unitentially misspelled words! Besides, every time I think I know a lot about something in particular, I encounter someone else at my university who knows a hell of a lot more about it than I do (or ever will). I was just crying today because of this girl in my Women's Lit class who knows everything. I mean, she's read everything and can reference everything and she never forgets any of it. And I hate her because she's double majoring in English and History. I would be doing that if I hadn't blown all of my electives and then some on theatre and music classes and majoring in Social work for some unknown reason for two semesters when I started out. I dabbled in other things and now I'm jealous of those who already had everything planned out. This chick I'm talking about is younger than me but further along in her degree programs because she takes so many hours every semester and works her ass off. And then she brags about all of it, in addition to actually standing in front of people and bragging about how all of her professors think she's so cute and they would give her As just for that if she didn't actually earn them. Okay, wow, that was a tangent. I think I stopped addressing your post after my third sentence, Amber.


Oh, and I meant to say thanks for the compliments again. Is it really the consensus? I'm sure there are some who would beg to differ. But they're probably nice enough not to say so!

[amber]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

Yes, I suppose I could say that I must know a lot about English because I'm getting a BA in it within the next two semesters, but I have so many posts with grammatical errors and intentionally and unitentially misspelled words! Besides, every time I think I know a lot about something in particular, I encounter someone else at my university who knows a hell of a lot more about it than I do (or ever will). I was just crying today because of this girl in my Women's Lit class who knows everything. I mean, she's read everything and can reference everything and she never forgets any of it. And I hate her because she's double majoring in English and History. I would be doing that if I hadn't blown all of my electives and then some on theatre and music classes and majoring in Social work for some unknown reason for two semesters when I started out. I dabbled in other things and now I'm jealous of those who already had everything planned out. This chick I'm talking about is younger than me but further along in her degree programs because she takes so many hours every semester and works her ass off. And then she brags about all of it, in addition to actually standing in front of people and bragging about how all of her professors think she's so cute and they would give her As just for that if she didn't actually earn them. Okay, wow, that was a tangent. I think I stopped addressing your post after my third sentence, Amber.


Oh, and I meant to say thanks for the compliments again. Is it really the consensus? I'm sure there are some who would beg to differ. But they're probably nice enough not to say so!

It's okay. We all have seen that girl. sometimes we may have been that girl. Think about that girl, but in the way that that girl helps you be the best girl that you are. remember, no one has your experiences, no one has your insight. People will always be more successful and smarter than you. So what? It doesn't mean they are actually smarter than you. Oops, I left in the middle of this, then talked to my really nice friend on the way, so I forgot the rest of what I was saying. anyways. Uh...I don't really think there is anyone on the ledge who would say that you are less than nice.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by amber

It's okay. We all have seen that girl. sometimes we may have been that girl. Think about that girl, but in the way that that girl helps you be the best girl that you are. remember, no one has your experiences, no one has your insight. People will always be more successful and smarter than you. So what? It doesn't mean they are actually smarter than you. Oops, I left in the middle of this, then talked to my really nice friend on the way, so I forgot the rest of what I was saying. anyways. Uh...I don't really think there is anyone on the ledge who would say that you are less than nice.

You're right--that girl is everywhere and in so many people. But we all have something unique to offer, regardless. I think so, anyway.


Oh, but about me being nice... There's someone who's getting on my last nerve, and I don't think I'm going to hold back if that continues. At this point, I'm just waiting around to see if this person annoys me enough to where I have to let out my claws and be the bitch that I always act like in my head. Then someone else will be the nicest, definitely. I would already elect Suze, Justin, and some others for that post.

[amber]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

You're right--that girl is everywhere and in so many people. But we all have something unique to offer, regardless. I think so, anyway.


Oh, but about me being nice... There's someone who's getting on my last nerve, and I don't think I'm going to hold back if that continues. At this point, I'm just waiting around to see if this person annoys me enough to where I have to let out my claws and be the bitch that I always act like in my head. Then someone else will be the nicest, definitely. I would already elect Suze, Justin, and some others for that post.

Yes, we do all have something unique to offer. Lots of people recently underestimate me, but I know it isn't true. I know what I know, I'll sing what I've said, it's the thing that I keep in the backamyhead! (to quote Graceland ).
Well, as for the other part, you may be talking to the wrong person, as my claws are nearly always out. I would suggest that you keep to yourself, but if you do say something (which is ideal, that you can actually say something) to keep it calm, logical, and without rancor. I'm sure you can do that, you are a Libra! and I don't think you need to elect someone, I think you are diplomatic and smart and thoughtful enough to say it yourself, if that's what you want to do. Try not to get to angry, is the key, you lose power that way. (believe me, I know, I have the quickest temper in the west, and it has not served me well. Even though I have tons of good will, that temper is never productive. ) But, hey, if you snap, try to do it wittily, with aplomb, and you may not come off too bad. Many times, in these situations, other people are thinking the same as you. Other advice? Smack that Bitch UP!!! JK.

[Johnny Stew]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

This chick I'm talking about is younger than me but further along in her degree programs because she takes so many hours every semester and works her ass off. And then she brags about all of it, in addition to actually standing in front of people and bragging about how all of her professors think she's so cute and they would give her As just for that if she didn't actually earn them.

Trust me, sweetheart... anyone who brags about themselves, what they know, or who they know, is not at all worth being jealous of.

No matter what you do in this life, you've already accomplished being a wonderful person... and, in my book, that's the only thing of any true value. You're compassionate, gentle, thoughtful, and someone we need more of in this world.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by amber

Yes, we do all have something unique to offer. Lots of people recently underestimate me, but I know it isn't true. I know what I know, I'll sing what I've said, it's the thing that I keep in the backamyhead! (to quote Graceland ).
Well, as for the other part, you may be talking to the wrong person, as my claws are nearly always out. I would suggest that you keep to yourself, but if you do say something (which is ideal, that you can actually say something) to keep it calm, logical, and without rancor. I'm sure you can do that, you are a Libra! and I don't think you need to elect someone, I think you are diplomatic and smart and thoughtful enough to say it yourself, if that's what you want to do. Try not to get to angry, is the key, you lose power that way. (believe me, I know, I have the quickest temper in the west, and it has not served me well. Even though I have tons of good will, that temper is never productive. ) But, hey, if you snap, try to do it wittily, with aplomb, and you may not come off too bad. Many times, in these situations, other people are thinking the same as you. Other advice? Smack that Bitch UP!!! JK.

Thanks for the advice. You're totally right. Getting angry is bad. I have a problem with doing that sometimes because I'll let things build up because I'll try really hard not to say something but then I can't go without saying it any longer. I'll try to remember what you've said if and when the time comes for me to say my piece. I know how unproductive it can be to get really angry. I got really, really angry at Brandon one time, and I wound up not only sounding not so intelligent, I also said things I didn't even mean. So, you couldn't be more right about the anger thing.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by Johnny Stew

Trust me, sweetheart... anyone who brags about themselves, what they know, or who they know, is not at all worth being jealous of.

You're right. It's a kind of irrational jealousy, really. I know better.

No matter what you do in this life, you've already accomplished being a wonderful person... and, in my book, that's the only thing of any true value. You're compassionate, gentle, thoughtful, and someone we need more of in this world.

Gosh, you are so sweet. And those are all the things you are! Those qualities come through in you even at unexpected times, like when you write an epic post about how you love some Stevie song that Josh thinks is crap. I get all teary-eyed and sometimes I don't even like the song myself. It was really good to get up this morning and see that you'd written this to me. People hardly ever really knoq (or it seems that way to me) how saying things like that can really make others feel 100% better.

[GypsySorcerer]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

Yes, I suppose I could say that I must know a lot about English because I'm getting a BA in it within the next two semesters, but I have so many posts with grammatical errors and intentionally and unitentially misspelled words! Besides, every time I think I know a lot about something in particular, I encounter someone else at my university who knows a hell of a lot more about it than I do (or ever will). I was just crying today because of this girl in my Women's Lit class who knows everything. I mean, she's read everything and can reference everything and she never forgets any of it. And I hate her because she's double majoring in English and History. I would be doing that if I hadn't blown all of my electives and then some on theatre and music classes and majoring in Social work for some unknown reason for two semesters when I started out. I dabbled in other things and now I'm jealous of those who already had everything planned out. This chick I'm talking about is younger than me but further along in her degree programs because she takes so many hours every semester and works her ass off. And then she brags about all of it, in addition to actually standing in front of people and bragging about how all of her professors think she's so cute and they would give her As just for that if she didn't actually earn them. Okay, wow, that was a tangent. I think I stopped addressing your post after my third sentence, Amber.

Just echoing what everyone else said....don't worry about that girl. There will always be people like her and you will encounter many, many more pompous asses as you further your education. The only thing that matters is that you're doing your best.

And never underestimate theater classes. Most of my friends as an undergrad were theater majors. In fact, I was kind of adopted as an "honorary theater major." They threw the best parties.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by GypsySorcerer

Just echoing what everyone else said....don't worry about that girl. There will always be people like her and you will encounter many, many more pompous asses as you further your education. The only thing that matters is that you're doing your best.

Yes, as I get further along I'm sure there will only be more and more pompous asses! I should brace myself!

And never underestimate theater classes. Most of my friends as an udergrad were theater majors. In fact, I was kind of adopted as an "honorary theater major." They threw the best parties.

I know! I know! I swear the theatre people have the most fun! They make the English and history people look so dull!

[GypsySorcerer]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

Yes, as I get further along I'm sure there will only be more and more pompous asses! I should brace myself!

In my experiences, the pompous asses are in the minority. Most of the pepole in my program are supportive, caring, and cooperative.

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

I know! I know! I swear the theatre people have the most fun! They make the English and history people look so dull!

My former roommates and I used to throw some of the cast parties at our apartment. With the exception of the BLT party (which totally got out of hand), they were all amazing. Fond memories.

[xdreamsunwindx]

Actually, I'm lucky. People say I have an exquisite taste in music for someone my age, and that I amaze them with my knowledge of the subject. Yeah, I get ignorant comments at times, but I just tell people to **** off. No big deal. It doesn't bug me.[shrug]