What's on your mind?

[.Mikha'el.]

@.Mikha'el.

What is that picture in your signature? Do you see it? I don't.

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I think that's what happens after removing a picture as a signature.

 

[.Mikha'el.]

There. It should be gone now.

 

[SarahsKnight]

O_O


... Eh. If I can handle claws from her that once cleanly severed my right hand (and due to the superhuman fungal disease that he contracted in the previous game but managed to adapt to without turning into a mindless monster, our returning protagonist Ethan Winters was able to reattach it with no lasting problems using just a bit of healing medicine - don't ask; the RE universe lately really makes little sense ), then I think her actually being a man or something would hardly shock me.

On a side note, apparently a lot of my male fellow RE fans have taken a liking to this Lady Dimitri. Really, really tall and overbearing women must be some people's cup of tea, I guess .... but, add in the fact that she drinks blood - and cut my hand off on top of that - is really the kind of thing that just tends to repel this knight, personally.

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A clearly wicked face, doth not stir the heart of Sarah's Knight to wide-eyed adoration and love.


... But maybe it doth stir my heart to a life-or-death duel with her.


But now that I think about it, perhaps her sense of fashion would align with yours, Bella? I figure the hat would, at least. ^-^

I question how many guys are into Lady Dimitrescu. Could be a marketing gimmick, one of those things where they focus on a vocal minority to attract attention. There are men into taller women, older women, etc. but the overbearing nature and torture aspect is not a common appeal. Anyways, their mansion looked incredible, the lighting and detail was awesome.

I know this was, like, a month ago when we talked about this, but there was something that came recommended on YouTube I saw that I thought you might find as funny as I did, Miss @bèlla and Sir @angelsaroundme . I probably shouldn't directly link it since some of the tweets Lady Dimitri's (I just have some block against trying to type her full name, so I'll shorten it to Dimitri) voice actress reads off get a bit explicit, but if you're interested, just type in "Lady Dimitrescu Reads Thirst Tweets" into YouTube search. It's about five minutes long, and the voice actress for this character is funny and rather clever in how she reacts to the stuff she's reading, I think.

I thought to bring this up since I am just now going back to see my homeboy Lantis later on today to continue my trek through Resident Evil VIII, which I haven't picked back up since bringing up all this stuff about the lady vampires I was fighting here a month ago.

By the way, don't remember seeing you in a few weeks, @angelsaroundme . Hope you're still around.

 

[GodDoesListen55]

I am so beyond ready to go home now and just be in my own room alone and quiet.

 

[bèlla]

just type in "Lady Dimitrescu Reads Thirst Tweets" into YouTube search. It's about five minutes long, and the voice actress for this character is funny and rather clever in how she reacts to the stuff she's reading, I think.

She handles it well. Some of the comments are pretty wild.

 

[bèlla]

I wrote my profile yesterday and acknowledged I'm not seeking a suitor. I'm there for other reasons. I received a message later on that was really good. Almost a clinic on what to say to the opposite sex to get a response. It wasn't a copy and paste or heavy handed. He kept it light and emphasized a complementary interest and his desire to get acquainted.

No mention of likes/dislikes, companionship, etc. No relational talk at all. It's organic and brilliantly done. I haven't responded yet but I plan to. I didn't indicate what I desired in a partner. Nor do I intend to. I didn't say a lot about myself at all. Just enough. It's probably the best one I've written. I'm testing some theories. Including the things you've shared.

@MehGuy, you'd be pleased to know he's 14 years younger. Right at my sweet spot.

 

[angelsaroundme]

I know this was, like, a month ago when we talked about this, but there was something that came recommended on YouTube I saw that I thought you might find as funny as I did, Miss @bèlla and Sir @angelsaroundme . I probably shouldn't directly link it since some of the tweets Lady Dimitri's (I just have some block against trying to type her full name, so I'll shorten it to Dimitri) voice actress reads off get a bit explicit, but if you're interested, just type in "Lady Dimitrescu Reads Thirst Tweets" into YouTube search. It's about five minutes long, and the voice actress for this character is funny and rather clever in how she reacts to the stuff she's reading, I think.

I thought to bring this up since I am just now going back to see my homeboy Lantis later on today to continue my trek through Resident Evil VIII, which I haven't picked back up since bringing up all this stuff about the lady vampires I was fighting here a month ago.

By the way, don't remember seeing you in a few weeks, @angelsaroundme . Hope you're still around.

"Follow your bliss" lol, she has a good sense of humor. I can't imagine reading all those out loud about a character I voice acted.

RE8 is great, one of the best RE games full stop. I've heard it compared to a horror version of Disneyland because the areas are so varied and fun. Hope you enjoy playing it with your friend. I'm still here kicking.

 

[DragonFox91]

NY governor resigned?? What is going on

 

[sampa]

Interesting. It's the reverse for me. A person outside my preference has a better chance of getting my attention online than elsewhere.

That is interesting also someone outside of your preference. I've had a mix of attractions both online and off, and I think that language is the common theme. They definitely have to be a conversationalist. The ones that I mentioned that were not attractive where ones that I met through my workplace in person. Whereas two of the people from online dating, also have a good grasp on language, intelligence and good looks. It helps that they both had professional photographers take their photos. For online dating one of them was 2 years younger than me while the other is 12 years older. Most of the guys that I'm attracted to have some kind of boyish youngish vibe to them. Maybe some creative abilities.

If he's interesting and ticks my boxes I may give him a chance

I like online dating just for this. There's so much to wade through in person that is laid out neatly when you have a profile online. But non negotiables are there.

I'm conversing with two former suitors. What's interesting is how alike they are

That's good that you're conversing with two former suitors. It's nice when something's already established and you don't have to start at ground zero.

A friend just text me and said that he has started dating somebody that he knew from 10 years ago working together in social service. It's someone outside his ethnicity and they have a great connection. It sounds like things are moving in a much better direction than this past year when he was trying online dating and so frustrated. He said that the last 3 years he's had pretty much zero girls that have been interested in him whereas in prior years he had no issues in person. His health has kind of gone downhill and I think that contributes to a little bit of it.

The funny thing is, I thought about him the other day and something told me that he was dating somebody. And then he just text me this morning to give the news.

I'm not attracted to all of them. But their energy and boldness is alluring. They have a distinctive presence. I like those

It's good that you have narrowed it down with what these prior suitors have that interest you. I think the same goes for me is that each of the guys that I have fallen for, five in my lifetime, had something very distinctive about them. Maybe leadership qualities.

 

[sampa]

So this is a previous conversation but I've had more conversations since with others and thoughts. I still have been thinking deeply about what changes I need to make in myself, what things can be maintained and continued into a relationship, and concerning professional pictures.

Of course with my walk with the Lord needs to improve.. and letting go of the guy from last year.. and letting God.

I would hate to see you compromise your knitting to gain approval. You were fashioned that way for a purpose and you have to own it. Beauty comes in many forms. If yours is natural and laid back embrace it. Don't change.

Today I went walking with a coworker and told her about the guy that is president of his town , estj, and the whole background story. For some reason I thought she knew about it but us working remotely, there's a lot of ketchup in a year and a half. I told her about the comparisons I made with the girl that he had the connection with a thousand miles away. After our walk I showed her a picture and she said it was eerie because we look so much alike except she's or high society, dressing younger revealing (which she has never seen as a 29-year-old someone you're my age looking like that) and that she does look older. She confirmed my initial thoughts but the guy found an upgrade version of myself. Which is probably why all the things he was thinking about doing with me he decided to do with her. I still teeter between if it just happened with God's blessings or he actually was a line looking for somebody before he went on his vacation to connect with.

I take understated images on purpose. That's the woman he's waking up to. I want him to embrace her. My everyday look exceeds expectations. When he sees me after my morning toilette and encounters me in the evening he'll be pleasantly surprised. That gives him years of delight instead of complaints I've changed. I'm willing to lose on the front end to meet his needs long-term. That matters most.

The friend and coworker I was talking with she agrees with this kind of statement as far as understating how I present myself.

To add to this, the apologist and friend from the south that I talk to you on a weekly basis, he told me about it town that they call Botox town. And how much he can't stand that. We had an interesting conversation on cosmetic procedures and the whole lifestyle. I don't think that's a direction I will go, it is something that I really wanted as a teenager, but I realize that it was an esteam issue at that time. I also was listening to a radio program I think this morning that talked about so thankfulness for what God has given you and not changing that.

Anyways thanks for your thoughts, it has helped me to think and maybe pray through more of this. I appreciate any and all prayers.

 

[bèlla]

That is interesting also someone outside of your preference.

Let me clarify!

Using CF as an example, I'm more approachable in this setting. I'm not in dating mode or using the site for that purpose. You're able to engage with me more than you could elsewhere. You wouldn't have my ear unless I was interested or previously acquainted.

Whereas two of the people from online dating, also have a good grasp on language, intelligence and good looks. It helps that they both had professional photographers take their photos.

When I'm considering prospects I look for certain qualities and rarely deviate. I'm weighing character, personality, and compatibility. Pictures have a place. But his demeanor is key.

I like online dating just for this. There's so much to wade through in person that is laid out neatly when you have a profile online. But non negotiables are there.

I'm taking a different approach. No pics or insight on what I'm seeking. If someone's interested we'll engage organically and see where it leads.

That's good that you're conversing with two former suitors. It's nice when something's already established and you don't have to start at ground zero.

We're friends. I've reconnected with others I know to get an accurate temperature on the market. They don't have dating struggles. If they tell me something is amiss that's probably the case. I'm listening to their input on men and women. They're plugged in and interacting more frequently.

He said that the last 3 years he's had pretty much zero girls that have been interested in him whereas in prior years he had no issues in person. His health has kind of gone downhill and I think that contributes to a little bit of it.

It probably does. Women aren't as benevolent as men believe. I've befriended single fathers in the past and they had some wacky ideas. I dispelled them. But they didn't want to believe me. They learned the hard way.

It's good that you have narrowed it down with what these prior suitors have that interest you. I think the same goes for me is that each of the guys that I have fallen for, five in my lifetime, had something very distinctive about them. Maybe leadership qualities.

They're not contenders. My male acquaintances reveal a behavioral pattern and the qualities I find appealing in the opposite sex. Looking at the collective its evident. I don't want to date them. But I'm more likely to partner with someone with a similar disposition.

 

[bèlla]

She confirmed my initial thoughts but the guy found an upgrade version of myself. Which is probably why all the things he was thinking about doing with me he decided to do with her. I still teeter between if it just happened with God's blessings or he actually was a line looking for somebody before he went on his vacation to connect with.

Given what you've shared I think it was bound to happen. He wanted a certain look and lifestyle. That had primacy.

I also was listening to a radio program I think this morning that talked about so thankfulness for what God has given you and not changing that.

Anyways thanks for your thoughts, it has helped me to think and maybe pray through more of this. I appreciate any and all prayers.

You're welcome. Listen to the things they say and like. Throw surgery into the dialogue to gauge their thoughts. Some Christian men want a doll. We've had discussions here. That's really all it is. Trophy...doll...same difference.

I'm not judging the practice. But it isn't a path to enter unless you desire it on your own. It may go further than you'd expect. If I introduced the subject I'd ask what he'd tweak and why.

 

[DragonFox91]

I have a headache -> I'm trying to work but they're using chainsaws & every trucks to clear trees outside my window.

 

[bèlla]

I have a headache -> I'm trying to work but they're using chainsaws & every trucks to clear trees outside my window.

Hope you feel better. *hugs*

 

[Tone]

I have a headache -> I'm trying to work but they're using chainsaws & every trucks to clear trees outside my window.

Try Starbucks!

 

[Tone]

Gearing up for yet another program change!

It takes things like this to keep me interested. I get bored doing the same thing day after day...year after year...etc...

I'm really looking forward to being back out in the wildlands and tapping into a more creative flow!

 

[DragonFox91]

Are they tearing down the whole forest????

 

[Tone]

Are they tearing down the whole forest????

Hey, you gotta adjust...maybe that's the irritant that will push you out of your comfort zone...to meet...

Her!

 

[MehGuy]

It's probably the best one I've written. I'm testing some theories. Including the things you've shared.

What theories?

@MehGuy, you'd be pleased to know he's 14 years younger. Right at my sweet spot.

Weird, I have a sweet spot for women's height too.

 

[bèlla]

What theories?

You as in the members of the site. Sorry if that wasn't clear. From a micro macro perspective, if things are awry you'll see it on both sides. It won't only be felt by Christian men.

I can ask pointed questions that wouldn't fly here. We know each other well. There's no faux bravado or fudging. I've seen them in action. They're a reliable source. And I know their SMV.

Weird, I have a sweet spot for women's height too.

LOL