Orlion Blight he/him Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Texas is, essentially, the land of Mordor. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zathoth Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 So kobolds are more or less scaly orcs? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Left he/him Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 So kobolds are more or less scaly orcs? Technically, they're also smaller, tend to be more of a scavenger than a predator, and either significantly more or less intelligent than your average orc. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kobold King he/him Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Quick, Orlion! Hide the post! Kobold might hear! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiLyghtSansSparkles she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Can you leave him outside for a minute, run inside, grab water, pay and dash back out? I could, but I'm afraid someone might steal him. I know the chances aren't that high, but I've heard enough stories of pugs (and other small purebreds) stolen from their owners to make me wary of leaving him in the car alone. And for dinner I had cold steak, a piece of bread with some jam, and carrots. Still hungry. Still no idea where I'm going to go to buy water. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kobold King he/him Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I could, but I'm afraid someone might steal him. I know the chances aren't that high, but I've heard enough stories of pugs (and other small purebreds) stolen from their owners to make me wary of leaving him in the car alone. And for dinner I had cold steak, a piece of bread with some jam, and carrots. Still hungry. Still no idea where I'm going to go to buy water. Trust me as someone who knows the territory. People will steal anything out here. That sounds like it sucks. I'm pretty sure at least some of the convenience stores out here have water in stock. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiLyghtSansSparkles she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Trust me as someone who knows the territory. People will steal anything out here. That sounds like it sucks. I'm pretty sure at least some of the convenience stores out here have water in stock. That's what I was afraid of. Yeah, I found a convenience store about 5 minutes away that should sell water. My plan is to just grab the biggest size bottle they have—or a gallon of purified water, if they have it—and refill all the empty bottles I have in my car. Then while I'm out, I think I'll….I don't know, run by McDonald's or something? I feel bad leaving Bruce, but the way everyone treated me when I brought him inside makes me think it'll be better to just leave him at the hotel with the door locked. Because apparently, Texas logic goes something like this: "We'll sell liquor at gas stations and not bat an eye if you hit 100 mph on the freeway, but Harmony forbid you bring a dog into a convenience store!" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kobold King he/him Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 That's what I was afraid of. Yeah, I found a convenience store about 5 minutes away that should sell water. My plan is to just grab the biggest size bottle they have—or a gallon of purified water, if they have it—and refill all the empty bottles I have in my car. Then while I'm out, I think I'll….I don't know, run by McDonald's or something? I feel bad leaving Bruce, but the way everyone treated me when I brought him inside makes me think it'll be better to just leave him at the hotel with the door locked. Because apparently, Texas logic goes something like this: "We'll sell liquor at gas stations and not bat an eye if you hit 100 mph on the freeway, but Harmony forbid you bring a dog into a convenience store!" Don't get me wrong, I really wish I could tell you you're worried over nothing. But while I was in Waco with the relatives I actually heard one of my cousins tell the story of how his dog got stolen so a guy could sell him for drug money. Your fears are in fact substantiated. Yep, that sounds like Texas logic. Hope you get something decent to eat, though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiLyghtSansSparkles she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Don't get me wrong, I really wish I could tell you you're worried over nothing. But while I was in Waco with the relatives I actually heard one of my cousins tell the story of how his dog got stolen so a guy could sell him for drug money. Your fears are in fact substantiated. Yep, that sounds like Texas logic. Hope you get something decent to eat, though. That's awful! Did….did he ever get the dog back? Me too. I'm going to cuddle Bruce for a few more minutes and then head out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briar King Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 (edited) Your driving down here to get to NOLA? I ll give ya advice on speed trap areas if your driving on I10 Edited March 30, 2016 by Briar King 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiLyghtSansSparkles she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Your driving down here to get to NOLA? I ll give ya advice on speed trap areas if your driving on I10 I am indeed taking I-10. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kobold King he/him Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 That's awful! Did….did he ever get the dog back? Me too. I'm going to cuddle Bruce for a few more minutes and then head out. I did not get the impression that he did. Drug addiction and drug-related crimes are very big problems out here. Sounds like a good plan. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briar King Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 (edited) Ok! As soon as you cross the state line on the Sabine bridge whatever you do go the exact speed limit, use blinkers etc. that is the patrolled by the Vinton PD and they are famous for stopping out of state cars for the smallest thing and then hammering you on BS. They then say if you pay THEM $/ or give them a favor......(yes that) they ll let ya go. It's been filmed on news before so be careful! Sulphur(where I was born) is the next town and they aren't so bad. West lake is next...they aren't corrupt like Vinton but they are mean and will ticket you so do speed limit etc. Lake Charles is next(yay) and the State PD likes to hide on the downsides of the numerous over passes or in the curves along the way from the tall bridge coming in the LC to the I210 exit about a 7 mile stretch. After that about 9 miles away is town called Iowa. It's 1 exit is patrolled heavily. It's open road after that to the next town of Jennings which isn't pleasant so don't stop there! Next is Lafayette, after is the 14 mile long Basin bridge till you get to Baton Rouge. After that is your new home! So that covers your entire Louisiana drive. If you need gas you want to fill up in Sulphur, LC, Iowa, or Lafayette. Don't stop in Jennings as I said and don't run out of gas on that long bridge. Copy and save in your notes on phone! Edited March 30, 2016 by Briar King 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver he/him Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I am such a brat. I've had this job for months, but these last few days have made me feel awful. I came out if it yesterday in tears because I was convinced I got myself fired. Today, I spent the last hour of my shift just wanting to cry. I mean... Storms, I have a job. That's more than some people. But I keep thinking that I'm now spending my days in there or asleep, and even though I'm doing every hour I can my bank account never seems to get any bigger, and I have no free time these days, and I just start to feel weepy... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinnacle-Ferring he/him Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Depressed on my own birthday... I think I've reached an all-time low. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delightful Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 *hands out hugs* 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiLyghtSansSparkles she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I am such a brat. I've had this job for months, but these last few days have made me feel awful. I came out if it yesterday in tears because I was convinced I got myself fired. Today, I spent the last hour of my shift just wanting to cry. I mean... Storms, I have a job. That's more than some people. But I keep thinking that I'm now spending my days in there or asleep, and even though I'm doing every hour I can my bank account never seems to get any bigger, and I have no free time these days, and I just start to feel weepy... It sounds like you need a break. I've felt the same way before, especially while working restaurant jobs during the busy season. One night, when I wound up with a closing shift for the sixth night in a row, a coworker snapped at me and I ran to the bathroom in tears. It wasn't because of anything I'd done; I was just mentally exhausted. Next time you can--and I mean as soon as you can--take a day off and do something you like. People aren't meant to work constantly. It does horrible things to your mental health. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaymyth she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I am such a brat. I've had this job for months, but these last few days have made me feel awful. I came out if it yesterday in tears because I was convinced I got myself fired. Today, I spent the last hour of my shift just wanting to cry. I mean... Storms, I have a job. That's more than some people. But I keep thinking that I'm now spending my days in there or asleep, and even though I'm doing every hour I can my bank account never seems to get any bigger, and I have no free time these days, and I just start to feel weepy... You are not a brat, you are overworked. Like Twi said, people can't work that long with no breaks without starting to implode. Depressed on my own birthday... I think I've reached an all-time low. *hugs* 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orlion Blight he/him Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I am such a brat. I've had this job for months, but these last few days have made me feel awful. I came out if it yesterday in tears because I was convinced I got myself fired. Today, I spent the last hour of my shift just wanting to cry. I mean... Storms, I have a job. That's more than some people. But I keep thinking that I'm now spending my days in there or asleep, and even though I'm doing every hour I can my bank account never seems to get any bigger, and I have no free time these days, and I just start to feel weepy... Yeah, it sounds like a break is in order! Also, you may want to look into strategies for dealing with stress and find out what works for you. This could be tradition making (I go to a vegan restaurant every Wednesday, for example. It's something I can look forward to in the middle of the work week). Breathing techniques. You could take up smoking (this is a joke suggestion, smoking is an expensive solution!)And stay away from controversy on the interwebz! It's not good for the blood pressure! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinnacle-Ferring he/him Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 *hugs*Thanks a lot!I feel better now. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oversleep Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I realized I am gonna fail something this semester. No way I can get out of this hole... Time for damage control. Let's see what can I salvage and what will have to go... While my wallet gently weeps(cause normally university is free and if you're retaking something you gotta pay) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zathoth Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I realized I am gonna fail something this semester. No way I can get out of this hole... Time for damage control. Let's see what can I salvage and what will have to go... While my wallet gently weeps (cause normally university is free and if you're retaking something you gotta pay) I know this feeling too well XD Good luck with damage control. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaymyth she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Ugh. Neck hurts. Other...bits also ache. I want to curl up someplace comfy and snarl at anyone who isn't bearing snuggles or chocolate. And I'm picky about who the snuggles come from. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pestis the Spider she/her Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 (edited) I realized I am gonna fail something this semester. No way I can get out of this hole... Time for damage control. Let's see what can I salvage and what will have to go... While my wallet gently weeps (cause normally university is free and if you're retaking something you gotta pay) Well, I just applied for interruption of studies, because my hole is also too deep to get out of it. So I kinda understand you. Good luck! Edited March 30, 2016 by Pestis the Spider 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oversleep Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I figure my plan for the next year is to get a year off to catch up on everything I failed (cause I can't imagine doing a normal year AND retaking the courses I failed last semester). Maybe I could find some job or practices (not sure about the term, it's like a job but for students and they train you). I could earn some money to pay for the courses - not that I am desperate or my parents wouldn't help me, but it certainly would be nice. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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