They got what they deserved. So, like, giving other people E. Coli? Finding Friendships
You're the one with the advantage, having concieved a child. Dad joke upgrades and all.
Con, did you have something to do with it?? Yes, but such mighty powers are sometimes unpredictable (you give yourself E. Coli too)
I haven't dipped into those too much yet, afraid there might be a correlation between those and the dad bod.
No, I just feel strongly about this random Arby's now. I've only ever had Arby's once, so I don't know where this is coming from. I mean, otherwise I'd be OP, so this seems fair. Finding Friendships
You're the one with the advantage, having concieved a child. Dad joke upgrades and all.
Con, did you have something to do with it?? Yes, but such mighty powers are sometimes unpredictable (you give yourself E. Coli too)
I haven't dipped into those too much yet, afraid there might be a correlation between those and the dad bod.
No, I just feel strongly about this random Arby's now. I've only ever had Arby's once, so I don't know where this is coming from. I mean, otherwise I'd be OP, so this seems fair. Finding Friendships
I hope not, otherwise I've got a big storm coming. I can't be getting a dad bod before the HRT works its magic.
And you were saying you didn't understand the Papa John's hate. I'm sure there's some anime logic way to still be the most powerful superhero while being riddled with disease.
You're onto something. My dad could definitely use something like that rn.
I'd be looking forward to it. Finding Friendships
Each year I'm reminded of the fact that in Middle Earth, hobbits aren't considered to be legal adults 'till like their thirties, and each year I wholeheartedly believe that that is how the world should work for us humans.
(xDD) Ooooh, very good to know! Any locations in particular you'd suggest?
That's all right, it definitely will feel more like a funny story to laugh about in a few months. And my roommate was happy, which is all that really matters. Frrr, after all the crap I've put him through, I'm lowkey shocked he hasn't dumped me yet.
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King John's Castle in Limerick is definitely worth visiting. It has a good mix of the original structure with indoor interpreation signs and videos explaining the history, and some costumed musicians.
If you're in that part of Ireland you may also see signs for Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. The castle is a bit overrated - it's alright but there wasn't much information about the history etc, and it was very crowded. Most of the time in the castle was spent queing to go up and down spiral staircases (which was kinda fun tho ) There are better castles to see I think. The folk park was brilliant though - they have cottages set up as old homes, schools, the post office, etc., some cafés and loads of little shops selling everything from pottery, woollen jumpers, sweets, other souvenirs, etc. It's worth going, but the folk park is better than the castle.
Adare Castle is also rlly good but slightly unconventional to find. You have to go to Adare Heritage Centre and reserve tickets on a guided tour - they take you to the castle in a minibus and then a guide shows a group of you around the castle. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and knew just about everything there was to know about the castle. As the guide was telling you everything there weren't information boards or anything, so it felt very authentic but you still learnt its history.
I would also recommend St Patrick's Rock of Cashel in County Tippereary, which is a huge ruined church. They tell all about it's history and about some of the conservation of a sandstone chapel there, which was really interesting.
For more modern history, the Flying Boat Museum at Foynes was worth a visit.
The coastline is absolutely magnificent there - we didn't manage to make it to the Cliffs of Moher, but we did go to Loop Head Lighthouse and the Bridges of Ross a bit further south, which were both good to see.
Oh, and if you want a complete adventure, go to Holy Isle on Lough Derg - an old man takes a handful of people to a little island in his motorboat, then leaves and abandons you there for an hour. You spend most of the hour wondering if he'll remember to come back
Also, if you're going through Dublin, go and see the state apartments in Dublin Castle.
...I think I just told you 90% of the things I see, so imma stop now. tl;dr: the west of Ireland is a wonderful place to go.
Oh, but if you manage to go in August, look up Heritage Week. The Office of Public Works, which looks after all the castles etc., lets people in for free that week. We didn't know it existed until we got there so were only there for the first day of it.
Time heals all wounds. Yep. I'm always pleased to hear about MB diaspora relationships thriving.
*frantically writes all of this down* Thanks so much!! I am actually writing this down, as I'm especially interested in visiting castle ruins and learning more about the local culture, both old and modern. I'll let you know if I'm able to visit any of those places.
We'll see if the immigration laws get any better and hopefully this MB relationship with thrive even more Have you ever been able to meet up with any MB friends?
I've never had an original experience That sounds so cool! lol I love hearing stories from people like that, it always kinda throws you off as you remember "oh yeah, these are real people who have stupid and weird experiences, too"
Nobody has. It was honestly awesome, I got to perform at it the next year (this last January) and it was definitely one of the coolest things I've ever done. It's so nice to know that massive successes are also weirdos who like to do goofy Pete Townsend jumps and don't know the words to their favorite songs.
You got to perform?? :0 What does your troupe do? It really is, it kinda adds to the human magic of theater.
Ahh, must be a small college thing for me, then. My college really just feels like highschool 2.0 sometimes.
I probably just didn't take enough classes where people treated it like high school 2.0. Now that I think about it there definitely were a few classes like that, the professor was just never late.
Ahh gotcha. My school is so small that all the friend groups are noticeably distinct, and there's this consistent weird tension between all the jocks and nearly everyone else on campus.
Ooh, what kind of internships? Aw, that sounds so fun!! Glad you've had a good summer!!
I'm doing pretty well! I just moved out of my parents' house and half way across the country. I'm staying with my aunt, uncle, and cousins while I look for an apartment. My uncle got me job at UPS, but I had to quit before I even finished training because of health related reasons so now I'm looking for another job, which is stressful. I'm also trying to decide whether or not I should go to film school. It's been a crazy, busy, stressful two weeks, but also really, really exciting. Overall, I'm doing pretty well, and my summer was a lot of fun.
Communication, mainly ones about marketing, graphic design, and media. Though now I'm beginning to suspect my college classes have not prepped me well for the real world... ( >.>') Thanks!
Oh my gosh, that's crazy! I can't imagine how scary that must feel, moving out and looking for an actual, grown-up job..! But I'm also extremely happy for you for doing it. That's no small feat. I really really hope it all works out for you, whether you get a job or go to film school. Do you get along with your relatives? I feel like staying with my relatives can feel pretty iffy and uncomfortable.
Oh, gotcha, that's cool! Oh dear... (>.>')
Yeah, it's definitely been different from what I'm used to. xD And, also, not what I expected moving out to be like. Though, this whole year hasn't been what I expected, in good and bad ways. Thanks! Yeah, they're the only relatives on my dad's side that I get along with, and, coincidentally, the only relatives I have in Georgia. They're really great and I'm so thankful they're letting me stay with them for now.
(Oh trust me, that doesn't stop her 
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I've only ever had Arby's once, so I don't know where this is coming from. 
*climbs in the passenger seat* Mind if I tag along? 
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How old he again? 
Frrr, after all the crap I've put him through, I'm lowkey shocked he hasn't dumped me yet. 
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Though, this whole year hasn't been what I expected, in good and bad ways. Thanks!