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| pcbTIM |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 01:07:54 AM
OK.........right now it is 9:50 at night on May 23, 2002. This is the date for which I officially declare that I hate my parents! First off, to all of those who don't know, I am 19 years old and just back from a year at college (complete freedom).........only to come back to the totalitarian regime otherwise known as my household. As of now, I am allowed 30 minutes on the internet by my parents before they leave for the weekend, and I basically won't be able to go on the internet until I go back to work next Friday. (This computer needs a password to get on). Also, they are going to install a censor thing on the computer to block out a number of sites. This is because "there are a number of illicit sites on the internet". I personally find this unbelievable, but to top that, my parents are also regulating my sleep. I have to go to bed by 1 AM and get up by 11AM.......no exceptions. Also, my step-dad believes that my job at school isn't technically a "summer job", so he thinks I need another one. So he demands that I call my supervisor to ask for more hours, and if I don't......he will take my laptop away from me. Liz.......I will seriously pay all expenses to fly you out here to talk to my parents.
So basically, I won't be able to visit this site very often anymore since I have Neo-Nazis for parents. Go ahead and type your responses, I won't be able to read them for a while. Good-bye.
"I didn't think it was physically possible, but this both sucks and blows." |
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| powdrdogdmb |
Posted - 06/06/2002 : 10:19:36 PM
I've skied a couple times up there (mostly due to the fact that I was doing some ski races there) but one couldn't ask for too much more than a place to stay there except maybe for a season ski pass and the equipment to boot... That gets expensive when you're not fully sponsored by the companies that make the stuff, and lift tickets are also rediculous these days... Why can't recreation like that be free?... Oh yeah, I forgot... capitalism. my bad...
"That which does not kill us makes us stronger" Nietzche |
| genome |
Posted - 06/04/2002 : 6:11:02 PM
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What more could parents ask for????
Ummm...
A vacation house in Big Sky Montana?
?uoyt' ner a, mehtf oenoer 'uoY |
| LizT |
Posted - 06/04/2002 : 4:27:07 PM
Hey Captain P... thanks, I just say it as I see it. Patrick is a very sweet guy. I hope his folks will see the light before their control issues tear them apart. Patrick is a good person... he doesn't do drugs or break the law. He works and is going to college. What more could parents ask for????
Teri that is very kind of you to offer Patrick a place to stay.
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| tericee |
Posted - 06/03/2002 : 7:46:24 PM
Patrick lives down here in So Cal, like Kevin and me.
teri 
Did I mention that I finished a marathon? |
| therippa |
Posted - 06/03/2002 : 5:33:02 PM
Tell them the better "Recognize" or "Ack Right"
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Aspiring to Be Fluffy-Esque
"I heard Tim stopped playing with Dave when he got pregnant" |
| Captain Petersburgh |
Posted - 06/03/2002 : 5:28:46 PM
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just keep being the sweetie u are patrick
that was nice liZ
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ha ha ha. i can't believe that some of u still think i'm in the UK
hey pat give u're captain some slack. i'm still fairly new to this thing. soooooooo where r u from? i know it's not the UN. he he.
i'm keepin' TIMe with my own set of keys.... |
| pcbTIM |
Posted - 06/01/2002 : 9:15:06 PM
No problemo!
"I didn't think it was physically possible, but this both sucks and blows." |
| tericee |
Posted - 06/01/2002 : 9:07:13 PM
Okay. But you have my number if you ever get desparate and need to get out of the house for a while.
teri
Did I mention that I finished a marathon? |
| pcbTIM |
Posted - 06/01/2002 : 9:05:32 PM
Thanks for the offer, and it would be perfect because I'm working on-campus during the summer, but I I'm sure that somewhere along the way, everything will be resolved.
"I didn't think it was physically possible, but this both sucks and blows." |
| tericee |
Posted - 06/01/2002 : 8:16:51 PM
p.s. I'm totally serious. I would have no problem with having another roommate for a while. I wonder how bad the commute would be. Where is your summer job again? And what are your hours?
And hey, if you moved in before June 20th you could take care of my roommate's cats while we're out of town for a week...
teri |
| tericee |
Posted - 06/01/2002 : 8:09:31 PM
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I am 19 years old and just back from a year at college (complete freedom).........only to come back to the totalitarian regime otherwise known as my household.
You can move in to the Pooh (as in "Winnie the") room in my house for the summer -- cheap cheap. Liz and/or Jason can tell you all about the room. (BTW, they did NOT stay in it at the same time.)
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I've tried talking it over with my parents, but their view is a "my way or the highway" type of attitude.....and believe me, the highway is beginning to look better everyday.
"Highway" I-405 goes straight from your house to mine. (Pretty much.)
teri
Did I mention that I finished a marathon? |
| Silky The Pimp |
Posted - 06/01/2002 : 1:50:57 PM
It is very hard to argue with logic... that's why I do it. If you really want to fuck with their heads, just tell them that all this "parenting" and time at home has made you feel much "closer" to them... and that you think you may be developing an Edipus Complex because of it. Or, you can REALLY fuck with their heads and say that it seems to be working in opposite. That oughtta get their attention.
-J
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| pcbTIM |
Posted - 05/31/2002 : 11:37:04 PM
I'm not making any promises!!!.....hehe
"I didn't think it was physically possible, but this both sucks and blows." |
| LizT |
Posted - 05/31/2002 : 11:31:57 PM
Just keep being the sweetie you are Patrick!!!
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| pcbTIM |
Posted - 05/31/2002 : 11:22:29 PM
Perhaps. Thanks for the kind words. I think my primary problem is that I don't really know "how" to argue or get my point across. My parents always run these rings around me logically, and I walk out thinking "How the hell did they do that?" I think it has a lot to do with my personality of being reserved and quiet. I always put other people's feeling first and I don't like confrontations. I bet Silky would understand more than anyone else since he's a psyc major and deals with that kind of junk.
"I didn't think it was physically possible, but this both sucks and blows." |
| LizT |
Posted - 05/31/2002 : 11:13:50 PM
Patrick hang in there. It's really tough trying to make it on your own. Believe me, I did it when I was 18 and it was very difficult. You will be back to school in the fall and back to your comfort zone again. Just play it cool and maybe the rents will chill a little.
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| pcbTIM |
Posted - 05/31/2002 : 10:44:52 PM
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hell man i'll sail over the the UK and liberate u w/ a couple of men frome the L.J.L.O. and make u a cabin boy.
Hahahaha!!!! I still can't believe that some of you still think I'm actually in the U.K.
But anyway, thanks everyone. I've tried talking it over with my parents, but their view is a "my way or the highway" type of attitude.....and believe me, the highway is beginning to look better everyday.
And a couple of days ago, I started listening to "Run" by Collective Soul again. Now it really seems to hit a nerve.
"I didn't think it was physically possible, but this both sucks and blows." |
| powdrdogdmb |
Posted - 05/27/2002 : 4:42:07 PM
I totally agree with Liz, I sometime have to remind my folks that I love them before telling them that they've been calling just a little bit too much to check up on me, but they listen eventually. But more importantly, Silky is on the right track, and you are 19 - so that means: STUDY ABROAD!!! I don't know if you picked a field of study yet, but if your school has a study abroad office, or something similar, you need to check into it (I did one between Freshman and Sophomore year and it was through another school, but b/c it was a state school that I was a resident of, I only paid minimal costs and it was one of the best times I've had). Don't speak another language? Start thinking about studying the classics, or pschology or.... whatever you want at school in the U.K. or Canada. Worried that your parents won't like the idea? Well, try explaining how good studying in and interacting with another culture looks on a resume for getting a job later on or getting into grad. school. Either way, I feel for you, and I hope you can try this out in the future.
May The Force Be With You
-WBB |
| LizT |
Posted - 05/27/2002 : 3:57:29 PM
Patrick I'm so sorry I didn't see this post sooner. I don't know how I missed it? It sounds like you have a very difficult situation on your hands. Not to pry, but did something bad happen to precipitate all the restrictions? I hope your grades were good in college. That's an important issue. I think the restrictions are too harsh, but that's me. As for the internet, as long as you aren't racking up bills on your folks charge cards for things I don't see the harm. and you are home when you're on the comp. At least your not out on street getting into trouble, not that you would. My point is all the time you spend on the comp is at home. You are 19 years old and old enough to know right from wrong. Parents need to trust their kids and not be like the police all the time. Sounds like you need a good sit down talk with them and ask them to listen to you. My son got home from college last week and all I ask is that he works and spend some time with me. I have found that it's just too stressful to worry about all the little things. Passwording the computer is a control issue. Trying to control someone or something is not good. It just causes more pain and resentment. And it shows a lack of trust too. Patrick hopefully things will settle down in time. Tell your folks you love them and give them a hug. Ask them what you need to do for them to loosen the leash. It is their home and their rules, but I hate to see your last few years at home miserable for all of you. I don't understand how some parents go overboard on restrictions. They were kids once and they know how it feels. The punishment doesn't fit the crime (not that you committed one). You are a sweetie Patrick and hope I your family can see what a great person you are. People always look for the bad. They need to focus more on the good in people and everyone would find a little more happiness in their life. It took me a long time to realize that.
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Posted - 05/27/2002 : 10:41:53 AM
That sucks pcbdmb, try and have a good summer though...if thats possible.
"I tell you what, I'm not that easily amused ...wow, a blue car!" Homer Simpson.
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| Captain Petersburgh |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 10:18:57 PM
that spells relief
i'm keepin' TIMe with my own set of keys.... |
| Jay |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 10:17:12 PM
ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!
Jay
" It's a scavenger hunt in the best of times, a one armed man with a box of dimes. Throw the stick and let the bulldog roll." KJP |
| Captain Petersburgh |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 10:13:16 PM
i will for u....ahem......
lay off the weed jay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i'm keepin' TIMe with my own set of keys.... |
| Jay |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 10:10:40 PM
i know! Im used to having really great parents, although my dad really isn't all for my anti-prejudice stance, and my odd form of dress. He wants me to be like how HE wants me to be, ya know? He can't see my way, the way i think aboot society. We've talked aboot this before. No one has told me to lay off the weed for a while.
Jay
" It's a scavenger hunt in the best of times, a one armed man with a box of dimes. Throw the stick and let the bulldog roll." KJP |
| Captain Petersburgh |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 10:04:32 PM
heh u think u're r strick. ha u know mine r worse!!!
i'm keepin' TIMe with my own set of keys.... |
| Jay |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 10:02:49 PM
Yes...too bad hes already gone. Poor fella. Jeez! And i thought MY parents where strict ( Mike you KNOW my parents!)
Jay
" It's a scavenger hunt in the best of times, a one armed man with a box of dimes. Throw the stick and let the bulldog roll." KJP |
| Captain Petersburgh |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 8:14:59 PM
any body here seen my olde friende patrick? can u tell me where he's gone???
wholey fuck man. there's somthing seriously wrong w/ u're parents. fluffy's right talk to them because u nee more freedome. hell man i'll sail over the the UK and liberate u w/ a couple of men frome the L.J.L.O. and make u a cabin boy. aside fom joking aroun this has happend to me too. i just kept going on my computer till they gace up. also u're 19 do they think they can run u're life. u should move to a flat but i don't know what that costs. stay well man
i'm keepin' TIMe with my own set of keys.... |
| revrendmaynard14 |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 4:04:35 PM
Like I've heard here before "that both sucks and blows"
*~Kaleigh~* |
| Saint Jude |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 12:30:54 PM
chrst, thats total crap. sorry man.
- Without you, without you everything falls apart
Without you, it's not as much fun to pick up the pieces.
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| victorwootenfan |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 12:22:34 PM
dude, that sucks major ass! my brother had the same problem coming back to home from college. It's not as bad as your situation but it's limited internet time, and a basic cerfew, among other various restrictions. sucks so bad man!
"You must be the change you wish to see in the world." -Gandhi |
| Silky The Pimp |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 10:25:32 AM
Two words: summer school.
Beat the system. Move back to school.
Sorry to hear of your nazi-esque parents. I hope you kicked your step-dad in the balls when he told you to get another job.
www.astalavista.com should provide you with all the information you need to get rid of that pesky password.
If I were there you already know what I'd do. I'd hunt your step-dad down and smack my dick across his fucking forehead... which is exactly what I recommend you do. I hereby give the power of the Silky 'skullcrusher' on to you for you to use as necessary. Go ahead and put a big fat mushroom dent in his forehead for me. If you aren't sure if you think you can do it, just turn on the theme to Shaft. There is nothing that you can't do when that song is playing. If need be... just listen to it for a few minutes to pump up your superpimp powers. By the time the vocals come in you should be ready to go... past that, by the time you hear, "--they say that can Shaft is a baaaaaaaad muthafu-- SHUT YO' MOUTH!" ...well, frankly my friend, there is nothing you can't do then. Anyway, sorry your parents are such bastards, I hope you can work something out with them. If not, tell them to call 523-PIMP and I'll fix this.
-Jeff
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| Evergreen |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 09:09:08 AM
Hey, I'm looking for a housemate if you wanna move to Vermont for the summer. It won't be the same without you around alot. I'm really bummed! I bet Liz will go to bat for you! Let us know how it goes. We'll be sending good vibes your way.
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| Fluffy |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 02:47:41 AM
Sounds more like summer concentration camp. Gonna miss ya buddy, try to stop by when you are allowed. I feel for ya man. You might want to try talking to them and explaining your side. Sometimes this works, I don't know your parents obviously but I hope you can work something out. Stay Strong!!!
Peace & Keep the Faith
Fluffy          |
| enthuTIMsiast |
Posted - 05/24/2002 : 01:20:22 AM
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my step-dad believes that my job at school isn't technically a "summer job", so he thinks I need another one.
Dude. That's harsh. My parents never MADE me get a job (although I've had one since I was 16 nonstop). And they sure didn't tell me to get TWO. I'm shocked and appalled. I feel for you man, and I wish I could help.
So much for summer vacation, huh?
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