Dating - Good/Bad Experiences

Joekerr · 03-11-2019, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Run Silent

FWIW with everyone talking about online dating - I moved to where I live now, and didn't really know anyone. I signed up for Match.com which is where I met my wife. We went on our first date in 2007. Went on a second date a day later. We were married in 2012 and have never been happier.

So it certainly does work for some!

Yes, I met my wife on Christian Mingle (before it changed - understand it is very far from "Christian" now), dated for about 2-3 years and then got married in 2009.

So it definitely works for some. I think in my case though, she was never going to sign up, it was her sister that basically pressured her into signing up for a few weeks on a dare or something from what I remember. I just got lucky.

Joekerr · 03-11-2019, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Run Silent

I was the same - my wife was convinced to sign up just to meet some new friends, since she was only supposed to be in the country for 6 months before heading back home. Met me, never left. Funny how things work out.

Be interesting if this remained the case if you released her from those handcuffs chained to the water heater.

No, I know what you are saying. Coming at it from my Christian viewpoint, I just see it as part of God's plan, for me and her. You think about the window (it was in my case only supposed to be 2 weeks or something and then she was going to delete the account), so I had to be looking in that window of time and on the right site (since that was the only one she was on) and also find her out of all the others...pretty narrow odds. Unless you believe that God has a plan for your life.

UncleWede · 03-11-2019, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW F22

I see some attractive ladies around work but it’s the workplace so always a bit iffy.

Don't get your honey where you get your money!

King Rudi · 03-11-2019, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

Don't get your honey where you get your money!

Enters Rudi, who pulls up a rocking chair next to the fire place: "Gather 'round lil' children" The year was 2004. I was managing a number of retail locations when a girl whom I had a crush on for years walks in the door of my home office looking for a job......

This is where I skip a bunch of mindless BS, save you all a bunch of time reading, fast forward in a very Tarantino-ish fashion and remind you all not to dip the pen in the company ink. LOTS of fun....but absolutely no positives to be had here. FIRE her ass first! Then dip away!

This public service announcement brought to you by the guy who made this mistake so many times that it's laughable.....and honestly you probably shouldn't even take advice from me.....unless you're just trying to get laid and get yourself in trouble. (if this is the case, PM me, I got you.)

BMW F22 · 03-11-2019, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

Don't get your honey where you get your money!

Wise words to live by.

cmyx6go · 03-11-2019, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Now_Rudi

Enters Rudi, who pulls up a rocking chair next to the fire place: "Gather 'round lil' children" The year was 2004. I was managing a number of retail locations when a girl whom I had a crush on for years walks in the door of my home office looking for a job......

This is where I skip a bunch of mindless BS, save you all a bunch of time reading, fast forward in a very Tarantino-ish fashion and remind you all not to dip the pen in the company ink. LOTS of fun....but absolutely no positives to be had here. FIRE her ass first! Then dip away!

This public service announcement brought to you by the guy who made this mistake so many times that it's laughable.....and honestly you probably shouldn't even take advice from me.....unless you're just trying to get laid and get yourself in trouble. (if this is the case, PM me, I got you.)

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King Rudi · 03-11-2019, 01:37 PM

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It's a shame we don't live close enough to grab a drink, a glass of wine, a beer or a coffee.

cmyx6go · 03-11-2019, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Now_Rudi

It's a shame we don't live close enough to grab a drink, a glass of wine, a beer or a coffee.

I just can't even imagine the stories you would tell in person. I'd probably laugh so hard I'd fall off my chair.

King Rudi · 03-11-2019, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by cmyx6go

I just can't even imagine the stories you would tell in person. I'd probably laugh so hard I'd fall off my chair.

I'll be honest, even I am surprised at much of what comes out of my mouth. Most times, it's the first time I'm hearing it too.

Matt@EuroJerks · 03-11-2019, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DETRoadster

Not a dating story, and since I'm married I rarely have post worthy experiences to contribute but I had to share what happened earlier today.

So I'm up in whistler BC right now with some guys from work. All well into our 40s. All married. A fun but pretty tame crew. Got done skiing and hit the hot tub at the condo. Patio for the condo next door is 15 feet away. No fence. Out walks this super hot chick. Maybe 25. Having a smoke break. She's in a bathrobe but it's not tied closed. She just turns to us and strikes up a casual convo. Fully nude. "How you guys doing? How was the snow today?" Bathrobe wide open. She's like "oops. Well I guess I'll just flash you." Talked to us for like 5 minutes, bathrobe wide open. Wtf! It was so awesome!!! Made this old married dudes day.

Rental.

Matt@EuroJerks · 03-11-2019, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Now_Rudi

It's a shame we don't live close enough to grab a drink, a glass of wine, a beer or a coffee.

ABC

Always be closing

King Rudi · 03-11-2019, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt@EuroJerks

ABC

Always be closing

Funny, this is what I used to tell my sales reps.....you know, when I wasn't whispering other things in their ears.

I used to teach them how to back people into a corner and bash them over the head with the closing hammer. Always loved using psychology as a means for closing. "Tell me about the last time you purchased XYZ.....tell me about that experience." "Wouldn't you agreee that blah blah blah" "What if I could save you time and money."

Gah, I miss sales

King Rudi · 03-11-2019, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Run Silent

The leads are weak.

They always are. I just enjoy mentally playing chess with people, especially when they don't realize it's happening.

What I don't miss about sales is my pay being dependent on emotions.....and not mine. Chargebacks, BRE and 30 day return policy can wreak havoc in the event that a rep can't overcome obstacles and challenge a return.

Joekerr · 03-11-2019, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Now_Rudi

They always are. I just enjoy mentally playing chess with people, especially when they don't realize it's happening.

What I don't miss about sales is my pay being dependent on emotions.....and not mine. Chargebacks, BRE and 30 day return policy can wreak havoc in the event that a rep can't overcome obstacles and challenge a return.

Do you play actual chess? I can't say I'm very good at it, but it is a game I enjoy - currently playing some people from my old church online. Like a 3 day window to make your move so there is no time crunch. If interested, let me know.

King Rudi · 03-11-2019, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Joekerr

Do you play actual chess? I can't say I'm very good at it, but it is a game I enjoy - currently playing some people from my old church online. Like a 3 day window to make your move so there is no time crunch. If interested, let me know.

I do like playing chess. I taught myself at an early age and was on the grade school chess team at age 5.

I like to think to think I'm somewhat decent at it but haven't in years. I will say that the last time I did was about 10 years ago and had my ass handed to me.....I got beat in a game chess shortly after that too.

Joekerr · 03-11-2019, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Now_Rudi

I do like playing chess. I taught myself at an early age and was on the grade school chess team at age 5.

I like to think to think I'm somewhat decent at it but haven't in years. I will say that the last time I did was about 10 years ago and had my ass handed to me.....I got beat in a game chess shortly after that too.

Well if you are interested, sign up for chess.com (just the free basic membership thing) and let me know your username and I'll send you a challenge.

I use the term "challenge" figuratively of course. I too used to play in school, but that was a long time ago and since then I maybe get a game in every 5 years or so except for the last 3 months where I signed up for the app above and started playing much more frequently.

I forgot how much I enjoyed it.

****** · 03-11-2019, 05:12 PM

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I always think of Joe Pesci when Rudi “talks”...

Anybody else?

hilld · 03-11-2019, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ******

I always think of Joe Pesci when Rudi “talks”...

Anybody else?

You mean, "They fuck you in the drive thru"?

King Rudi · 03-11-2019, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by hilld

You mean, "They fuck you in the drive thru"?

nah.....more like Casino Pesci.

****** · 03-11-2019, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by hilld

You mean, "They fuck you in the drive thru"?

No, idiot...oh, sorry, I was reading your byline, hilld... mea culpa. But anyway, I don’t know that reference. Although it could well fit, who knows... lol

But Pesci is funny, quirky and street smart... that’s how I see our Rudi.

hilld · 03-11-2019, 05:27 PM

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No, idiot...oh, sorry, I was reading your byline, hilld... mea culpa. But anyway, I don’t know that reference. Although it could well fit, who knows... lol

The reference was from Lethal Weapon 2, after they screwed up his order in the drive thru and they were already a few miles away.