My Buttons are Magic! Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 (edited) well in september 1988 i was born!... a "miracle" baby kinda.. due to my parents age plus a condition my mum had at the time! childhood umm had a pretty normal childhood but due to the fact i was an only girl.. i got spoilt.. ALOT.. i mean... i didnt ask for any of it - i just got it.. remembering i had a club when i was younger called the "mystery kids detective agency" with my next door neighbors amy, ruth and patrick(who turned out to be a bit of a eejit).. animals i had 2 cats when i was younger.. pippen and lucky.. lucky went bonkers and scratched my dads head and ran away when i was quite young. pippen was my faveourite and died cause of old age (i was devastated)... then i got 2 hamsters... which quickly evolved into 6 (bess, tickles, scooby, bubbles, squeak and hammy!) and my current 2 dogs lady (who is in love with /nando/ and hates darksnowman) and max (whos a bit stupid - but i love him) school didnt get bullied as such but no one really liked me - i never fit in with anyone but pretty much kept to myself... until i met my nando! /nnnnnaaannnddddoooo/ 4 years this august - this guy pretty much saved my life! (not literally.. he just kept me from falling too low!) .. hes been the stable force in my life ever since my mum died (more on that later) and hes kept me as sane as i can be!.. we have like pretty much nothing in common game, tv and film wise but we just "click".. i dont know what i would do without him! last year last year was the most awful year of my life. mum died of a pretty short illness (like a year?!) and thats kinda left me in a permanent slump since.. its hard to find enjoyment from anything since.. if i didnt have my nando i would find it hard to get out of bed everyday and knowing i have a future with him gives me something to look forward to (but i keep thinking my mums missing out on everything, my wedding, any grandkids, my driving test - so anything good that happens to me i keep thinking of that - stupid pessimistic mind) i also have a job in barratts since dec 2006 which was kinda ok.. now its better.. brings in some money! meh thats kinda about me a little bit but yeh! in order to lighten up this a bit i do have things to look forward to easter monday - pokemon event with darksnowman! july 17th - london with nando to go to the ne event (partly) and our first holiday together (main reason for going!) ...just think of the shopping... Edited April 7, 2009 by My Buttons are Magic!
Ganepark32 Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 Not that anyone cares, but I'll chime in. I'm Chris. I'm 19 (but you wouldn't think I was after seeing me. Same as with Dannyboy, the facial hair sets my age off a bit), soon to hit the big 2 and 0 which I'm dreading (although not as bad as turning 30). I have the joy of living in what was proclaimed to be Scotland's most dismal town, Glenrothes up here in Scotland. Only claim to fame we'll ever get so we'll take it. Currently live with my parents, brother, sister and nephew in our adequately sized home, although it's not big enough to get away from any of them when you need some me-time. That's set to change though in June when I move to Dundee (). My schooling history, although not extensively bad, consists of many educational facilities (makes it sound like a prison which is probably right when I think about the schools I've been to). Attended two primary schools: Newcastle Primary and then moving into private schooling at a small school which no longer exists called Sea View. Went on to attend the Edinburgh Academy, which isn't as grand as it sounds because the school really was a steaming pile of crap made worse by the fact I nearly had a nervous breakdown due to a serious case of bullying. But I rose above, laughing it off and even joining in it, which is the ultimate deterant for bullying as it takes the fun out of it for them. Left after 5 years, deciding that it wouldn't be in my best interest to take on 6th year due to constant arguments with one of the departments where I'd be studying for an A level. So joined the Adam Smith College where I studied for both an HNC in Construction and an HND in Architectural Technology, ascertaining both. Currently now studying a BSc in Psychology at the University of Dundee, which is changing into an MA in English after the summer. Erm.... I don't know what else to say really. I'm a genuinely nice person who has a hard time meeting new people and friends, although when injected into a conversation I can happily talk and strike up good conversation with people. It's just starting something that I find the hardest. I'm very quite as a result which many may find strange but I enjoy the silence as it allows me to reflect on things and think about others. A little dark yes but it's nice, and it's come as a result of the bullying, as I usually accompany it with music, which I absolutely love. Never a moment when I'm not listening to/thinking about music. I don't know. Really, I doubt people are interested in me or who I am or what I stand for so not gonna bother typing anymore. If people want to know more, they can ask and I'll happily answer.
Roostophe Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 I'm some unemployed 19 year-old with a Brummie accent and a love of football, Japan, girls and guitar-playing. I was going to end up becoming a football fan because almost everybody in my whole family like it, including my mum. I was bound to become an Aston Villa fan for that same reason. Though, if I knew how bloody frustrating it was going to be I probably would have become a glory-hunting Manchester United fan! (then Arsenal, then Chelsea, then back to United.) But I think Villa winning the League Cup in 1996 might have something to do with the reason why I sing "I'm Villa 'til I die!" whenever I go to watch them play. The Japan obsession has snowballed over the last year and 1/2 ever since I got into anime on my 18th birthday. I've also been trying to learn Japanese over the last number of months and I think I'm doing quite well. I'm a clear-cut heterosexual with a hint of homophobia. They can do their stuff just so long as I'm not included in any way, not even filming it! I have ambitions, but I'm not fond of sharing them. But one is to go to Japan, see if that place lives up to the hype. That's not everything but enough of what I'm willing to share.
Ashley Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 I'm a clear-cut heterosexual with a hint of homophobia. They can do their stuff just so long as I'm not included in any way, not even filming it! Is this a situation you often find yourself in...?
Roostophe Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 In nightmares, yes. BTW, I don't know why I said 'clear-cut'. A) What use does it have in that sentence and B) I don't think it's often used next to 'heterosexual'.
Coolness Bears Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 (edited) There are Five things you need to know about me: 1. I'm always Hungry. 2. I'm always Happy. 3. I'm easily Confused. 4. I always forget. 5. I never Sleep. (because sleep is the cousin of death!) Nicholas be my real name or as I recently filled out on a Uni application Nicoholas. My life begins in a strange place not far from here. In a small country called Paraguay. Land Locked with no water for miles around it is a dank and dark place and I shall nay return. Not that I would have gathered that information at 3 weeks old. I don't remember any of my time in Paraguay except the pictures I've been shown... but they are strangely of Brazil... 3 weeks and 6 days after I was born ,having spent time with a foster mum, my adoption papers went through and I was whisked off to the merry old land of England. I've never met my real mother and have no great urge. I saw a picture of her recently and it is basically me with curly hair. I could make a good woman...wait scratch that last statement! Also found out that I'm the youngest so I have brothers/sisters. And so the hilarity begins. I was hilarious as a young child between the ages of 3-6 because who doesn't want to see a podgy Paraguian boy constantly fall over? That consisted most of my childhood. Except eating and my love affair with (no not an icecream sandwich) The Simpsons, which is strong to this day! Also watching inappropriate films for an 8 year old. I'm quite shy and that has stuck with me for years but I've gradually shaken that off and never been afraid to say what I mean! I believe the truth is the most important thing to have it may sound bad but I really don't lie. I tell anyone anything. So although shy I am quite open, I don't like secrets. Some say I'm the eternal child. I wouldn't disagree. Normally this is a good thing but other times I've been told I live too much in a fantasy cartoon world! (which is probably true. :p) I want to see Monsters VS Aliens this easter! but when it comes to working/life I have my feet firmly on the ground and my head screwed on more than people think. I'm not as stupid as I look. I know what exactly what I'm doing. I work hard and hopefully this year it will pay off. I've always been on the straight and narrow, never set a foot wrong. Some would say this is boring but it works for me and I have nothing to complain about. I live in the present I don't think about the past as I don't want to live a life of regrets and I don't look to the future as that is the one thing that scares me. Which brings me on to Uni. If all goes well I'll be off to Wales in September. This will be the furthest and first time I've been away from my parents properly. Strangely I'm not nervous I'm damn excited I feel like my life is about to begin. : peace: The adventure of Coolness Bears starts there and who knows where life will take me. I've never been in love or ever been interested in anyone or have anyone be interested in me! I'm in no rush. Finally my ambition. I've had it since I was five. I want to be an author. I have many ideas but I need to gain the knowledge and skills to get them down on the page. In the mean time I'll see where Psychology gets me. I'm not that concerned about money as long as I have enough to live and eventually to provide for my family! I would love to have children one day... perhaps adopt? Which brings me onto my family. I love them and they are the most important people in my life. The greatest times have been with my family. From Holiday's to even just sitting around on the simpliest of Sunday afternoon's. I feel so fortunate that I've been given this opportunity. I make the most of it as I could be selling melons from a cart at the side of the road with my brother Pedro! Edited April 7, 2009 by Coolness Bears
Raining_again Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 "How was your day?" has evolved...into....."how was your life?"!! Yay =D
Paj! Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 It really shocked me that you were called Nicholas. For some reason I always saw you as a...Grant or a...Jeremy.
EEVILMURRAY Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 (edited) Real name: Derek. Originally named Alex but my name was changed 6 months after I was born. Age: 23 as of last Saturday. I'll stick to general facts, parents divorced. Both remarried. Lost virginity when I was 14. Was a Gym Leader and member of the Elite Four at our Pokémon Trading Card League [Psychic master] Worked mainly at Sainsbury's when I was 16-20 with uni breaks. Started needing to wear glasses when I was 18. Diagnosed with epilepsy at 19. Alcohol induced. I have A-levels in Media studies, Drama and Law. Spent 3 years at uni studying media studies, graduated. Now working in a pub at 20hrs a week. Uni provided nicely. Just been buttfucked over going to America, practically banned from the US for 3 years. Has shitloads of books and loves to read. Sarcastic, cynical, bastard. Dynamite in bed. Has somehow developed an unnecessary obsession with Arnie films/quotes. I'm sure some people here started that. Full title is: Master of the The Lower House Defender of The Far Reaches Commander of The Border Sea Lord The Great Maze Owner of The Middle House Ruler of The Upper House Keeper of The Incomparable Gardens Edited April 7, 2009 by EEVILMURRAY
Goafer Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 (edited) Ok I'll bite. I'll keep it to short facts, I have a short attention span and I'm not a huge fan of talking about myself. It always feels like a crap pornstars "profile". "My turn ons include long walks on the beach. My turnoffs include men who are rude." I like photography a whole bunch. If I have a camera on me, I tend to take a whole mess of photos. I like cars. The older the better. If the car is crap and unloved by many that's also a bonus. Retro stuff is rad. Especially the 80's. I currently have an obsession with electric pink. I currently have an electric pink belt, shoes and shirt. Need more really. I like doing things for the sake of it. If it would make a good story or memory, I normally do it. I drove to the Nurburgring in Germany a few years ago. It was the best holiday I have ever taken.People on car forums always bang on about how they would like to do it. I just read about someone planning the trip and tagged along. It was my first proper independent experience. I was staying alone in a foreign country. I had no accomodation booked, but I had planned to stay at the Nurburgring campsite. Luckily there was space. I don't have any real phobias, which is impressive considering I was a pansy as a child. I do have a bit of a fear of boat hulls though. But only if they are in the water. The thought of swimming next to a big boat creeps me out a bit. I'm still a giant child. Making someone laugh is the best thing possible. I like to over analyse things a lot, but I can take things at face value sometimes. I have 3 piercings. Labret, lip ring the the side (healed up) and industrial scaffold. Pictures aren't of me by the way. I have 2 tattoos. One is a tribal design on my leg, the other is Scars Tatoo from Fullmetal Alchemist. It's currently half done. Booked in for the rest. I really like black work, but unfortunalely most designs are overdone. I probably have around 500 DVDs at the moment. I have a Frank the Bunny costume from Donnie Darko. It sits on a mannequin in my room. Edited April 8, 2009 by Goafer
Nintendohnut Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 I realised my post makes me sounds like a right arrogant bastard, up my own arse. Well, I think it does. I shall amend it now that I have read another to say this: I was also bullied at school (when I was all geeky etc) but just like Ganepark said (and it kind of reminded me, I think I put it out of my mind) I laughed it off as much as possible and they tended to get bored quickly. Also I often tried to piss off the bullies, and by year 10 I had a group of friends behind me so that when I made a joke out of their bullying techniques there were people to laugh at them with me - taste of their own goddam medicine. Also, I am very grateful to my parents - we're not rich, but we are also not poor, (stole your phrase Rez - thanks!) and we live quite well because my parents are both teachers (my dads a head teacher at a special school) and they work really hard at their jobs. They're very sensible with money (which has rubbed off on me to an annoying extent - I don't like spending my own money and I hate being in debt, which is inevitible as I'm a student (currently £500 overdrawn :S). I shall now shut up - my original post was long enough!
Dante Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 (edited) I used to get bullied a lot as a kid due to my weight and my scalp cerriosis. What is scalp cerriosis? I think you mean psoriasis. I'm Stephen, I am 25 years of age. I am shy, nervous, easy to panic at things and it is hard to understand people actions. I enjoy watching anime shows, posting on these boards and helping people with gaming news infomation. I am kind person that cares about others problems and I have photography memory of thing that arnt important at all. Ive been bullied at early age and I had friends that have not been friend to me and I let myself get control my family. Ive got alot other things and I wont like to say on here but some people know about it. Edited April 8, 2009 by Dante
Pookiablo Posted April 8, 2009 Author Posted April 8, 2009 Well, this is pretty awesome, people have such interesting lives! There's also quite a few emotional reads in this thread, some of the stories were very sad but it makes me happy to know people still keep on living life and making the most of it! Hello, I'm Martin, I'm 22 years old (8th December 1986) and I'm reading, the history of the book (sorry, awful University Challenge quote) Well, basically, I was born and bred in Reading for most of my life (up until I was 18 years old). Most of you folk will probably know of Reading, mainly because you come here once a summer and destroy the environment with your loud rock music and camping equipment (heck, I love it too baby!). I've had a pretty fortunate life and therefore I should be and am grateful. My Dad has always worked in the Motor industry, having had various jobs. Unfortunately, he's been hit by the odd redundancy here and there but he's in a job for now and therefore we should all be happy for that! My mum didn't work when we were younger and instead stayed at home so she could raise us. Once we were a bit older, she took up work part time at the University here and now holds a full-time position. She did an undergraduate degree about 5 years ago, which she followed up with an MA and is now working towards a PhD in History in her spare time - it's crazy just how well she's actually done! We were quite comfortable financially growing up and at one point it felt like money did grow on trees. However, this hasn't always been the case and my parents did always do their best to instill in me the 'value of money' and that I shouldn't take it for granted! I feel that they've suceeded. We're not the richest/poorest family by any means but I do think we have a lot to be grateful for. I've got an older brother and a younger sister, making me the infamous middle child - yes, I do suffer from middle child syndrome! In terms of my childhood, primary school was quite easy and I had many friends there. It was once I hit secondary school that I realised that school wasn't always a friendly environment and here my group of friends shrank considerably, that being a good thing as only (mostly) decent people remained. I never really suffered from bullying but I was always quite self-conscious of how I looked, that being incredibly skinny for the majority of my youth. Even close friends at time would say things that hurt my feelings about it. My year at school had a lot of idiots in it but thankfully this didn't stop me from doing well enough to progress on to sixth form. Once there I specialised in A-Level French and German, but also did History and an AS in ICT. Thankfully, I just about managed to get into university, the reason being that although I missed the grade requirement ever so slightly, they let me in anyways. I bet Bath University are regretting that move now! At uni I study French, German and European Studies. I'm in my final year and it's nightmarishly difficult! I'm fighting the good fight however. I enjoy living in Bath, something about the surrounding countryside and the old buildings there works for me. Last year I lived in Mainz, Germany and then Paris for a complete duration of almost 12 months in order to do two work placements. The German work placement didn't go so well, mainly because I didn't enjoy the work I was doing and because I was ever so lonely. I've always considered myself one of those people who can keep themselves occupied quite easily when alone (dodgy I know...) but being alone in Germany with absolutely no one else I knew for at least 150 miles was difficult. Once that finished, I moved to France, lived as a bum for a week as I had nowhere to stay and managed to find a place to live. My job there was much more engaging, I had a flatmate, whereas in Germany I'd been put in a tiny, damp studio apartment and I also had a few friends there. As you can probably all imagine, there's an awful lot more to do there too! Oh, and I work part-time in a shop! Only a few hours a week mind, to get a bit of pocket money to buy food with but I do enjoy it. There's something about serving the general public that's awesome. I like talking to folk and trying to resolve problems, it's just a shame I never think to solve any of my own! Weird things about me. I think a hell of a lot. About everything and anything. I never shut up. Ever. Perhaps the most peculiar and damaging period of my life was when I was 15, up until 18. I randomly met a girl from Canada who I formed quite a strong relationship with. She lived, evidently, thousands of miles away but that didn't stop us talking everyday over MSN or the phone. I'd spend holidays with her, when I could afford it and soon, we were in a serious relationship. However, it was too serious and it certainly wasn't healthy for either of us. I would stay up until 3am every night, only to then have to get up a mere 3 hours later in order to get ready for school. She became a bit obsessive, quite demanding and constantly suspected me of cheating (which I hadn't been!). The last time I saw her was in the summer of 2008, she came to stay at my parents' house, only to piss them off with her rudeness and spent much the time either mad at me or crying because of something I'd supposedly done. In a nutshell, she was absolutely mentally unbalanced. She lost the plot and our relationship went from ridiculous to just plain stupid. I would give examples of some of the things she did but I'll try and be a bit graceful about it all! Having been with her so long, clearly made me fall in love with her and by this point she'd broken my heart. Instead of being this funny, charming person, I became incredibly unconfident and let her belittle me without standing up for myself. If she got upset, I learnt that even if I had nothing to do with it, it was in some way my fault and therefore I would make myself think that I was to blame. Eventually, it all fell apart, mainly because, despite my parents having hated me for a good few months as a result of this relationship, they stood by me when I finally cracked about all the problems I was having and said they'd support me whatever decision I made about my relationship. My girlfriend at the time no longer seemed to be the same page as me or anyone for that matter. And so it duly (and painfully) ended. It's a great shame, for she truly did break my heart! It probably doesn't sound that bad, but quite a lot of it I can't really go into detail about! Ever since I've always been more careful with relationships however and thankfully, I'm now with a girl who's incredible! She gets me on all levels, is successful, smart and my God, only the most gorgeous thing you've ever seen! She supports me and puts up with me (such as moving abroad and all those other silly things I always end up doing) and for that I'm grateful! Also, my 20th birthday is when the Wii was released and therefore I am clearly indicative of its success! Maybe I'll spill more beans later!
Ellmeister Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 I'm Ell, 19 from Essex. No I'm not a chav. The only thing I feel people should know about me is I am a triplet. Non-identical with 2 sisters. I ski amazingly well. I race in the uni team so I can't be too much of a liar =] I work hard, never not had a job since I was 15. Paperboy -> Working in paper round newsagents -> Envy clothes store -> Student Union + Envy Clothes store. After all this work I still have no money and I am into my overdraft! Crazy. I just realised I've never failed a job interview, although they are hardly the same ones. Just coming out of a 2-3 year on off relationship. She still wants to be with me, but after hearing that she cut herself after our last argument, I can't see it happening because I'm too scared she will do it again or something worse. Never even thought she could do that because her cousin did it a lot and we talked about how you shouldn't do it and find other releases. I said she should just burn 1 present I have given her each time. (Why am I digressing?). I do Law, at Reading University. Nothing else about me is interesting. OH! I cause controversy where ever I go it seems. Usually something to do with a girl. Don't know why people feel need to read this. It sucks in comparison to everyone elses =/
dan-likes-trees Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 Well I ended up reading all of these ^.^ Good reads And yeah Dannyboy Id always thought you were waay older than 17!! Im the other way round lol, 18 and look about 15 <.< Not fun. Life story? Comparatively to a lot of people on here mines been pretty standard thus far. - Born and grew up around Hertfordshire - Have had a pretty good school life, I tend to be able to slack off in lessons and still pull through with good grades - I was always that kid who matured slower than everyone else, I was pretty tiny, weedy, and ginger in my early teens - Sorted this out by sixth form due to getting taller at last and learning how to dress - Never been bullied, guess I was lucky in going to a school that wasn't full of asshats, and I have a pretty nice group of friends - Took me a while to get anywhere with girls what with said weedyness but I'm now in a relationship thats going really well ^.^ - Big musak fan, and play Piano Sax and Guitar to a pretty good standard - This past year has been probably been the best year of my life, everything takes off in sixth form... discovering parties, gigs, drink and drugs, travelling, independence ect ^.^ - Hasn't all been fun and games and I've had a lot of death in the family, worst of which was my mum of cancer a few years ago. Being an only child that just left me and my dad at home which is abit lonesome at times - Much like I suspect most people on here I spend far too much time on the internet.. though I'm trying to cut down - I haven't got a job and haven't for some time... and the savings I collected from back when I worked have almost run out :S Being 18 = Pricey - Everything is coming to the close for this part of my life, with school nearly done and all my friends going off to different unis. - Going to Leeds to study English (Providing I don't fuck up my A Levels) which seems to be the next chapter of my life... exciting times
EEVILMURRAY Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 You lost your virginity when you were 14? Dang What can I say. I'm a white Shaft.
Guest Jordan Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 What is scalp cerriosis? I think you mean psoriasis. Oh hells no. I spelled a word wrong!! Quick point it out and be superior! Dante, do you try to trip me up at every possible turn these days? I know, I know you hate me because I "bullied" you in IRC. Its called comedy, you need to understand sometimes you have to laugh things off. But try lay off for once especially in a thread where people are just trying to explain how they ended up where they are.
EEVILMURRAY Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 Oh hells no. I spelled a word wrong!! Quick point it out and be superior! Dante, do you try to trip me up at every possible turn these days? I know, I know you hate me because I "bullied" you in IRC. Its called comedy, you need to understand sometimes you have to laugh things off. But try lay off for once especially in a thread where people are just trying to explain how they ended up where they are. It certainly explained something to me. I thought you were talking about a different condition. I thank Dante for clearing this up.
Dannyboy-the-Dane Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 LLLLLEEEEEDDGGGEEE!!! What the heck does this mean? I've seen you use it a few times now.
Jimbob Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 What the heck does this mean? I've seen you use it a few times now. I think it means "Legendary" in my view of that. Who knows what in ReZ's view.
EEVILMURRAY Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 What the heck does this mean? I've seen you use it a few times now. More ghetto slang, like "seen" being used as "I see"
Dannyboy-the-Dane Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 Oh hells no. I spelled a word wrong!! Quick point it out and be superior! Dante, do you try to trip me up at every possible turn these days? I know, I know you hate me because I "bullied" you in IRC. Its called comedy, you need to understand sometimes you have to laugh things off. But try lay off for once especially in a thread where people are just trying to explain how they ended up where they are. Um, I didn't see any malice or attempt to be superior in Dante's post. He just seemed to want to be helpful and point it out. I didn't know you meant psoriasis, either. I think it means "Legendary" in my view of that. Who knows what in ReZ's view. More ghetto slang, like "seen" being used as "I see" And already we have conflicting undertandings of the word. Indeed, it is hard to know what peculiar meaning this word could have in the twisted mind that is ReZ. :p
EEVILMURRAY Posted April 8, 2009 Posted April 8, 2009 And already we have conflicting undertandings of the word. Indeed, it is hard to know what peculiar meaning this word could have in the twisted mind that is ReZ. :p Ledge still means Legend. Sadly some of my mates use it too: "Paul Daniels is an absolute ledge" "Yeah, I'm going to see him in May" "Seen"
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