Coming out of the closet
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So what? You want a medal or something?
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braunahmed zahmed wrote:
You want a medal or something?
Well, that wasn't my aim, but I wouldn't say 'no'...
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Saying "I don't care, it matters not to me" is rude? OK, whatever.
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunThat's not what you said. You may have intended for your statement to be taken that way, but the "you want a medal" comment is pretty much never meant as anything other than a snarky remark.
I wasn't, now I am, then I won't be anymore.
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Congratulations. I never did figure out the proper way to respond to a revelation like that... Granted, I live in a very liberal area, so it's really a non-issue here.
Proud to have finally moved to the A-Ark. Which one are you in?
Author of the Guardians Saga (Sci-Fi/Fantasy novels)Well, I think that response will suffice. :)
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Fat__Eric wrote:
Dalek Dave wrote:
You told us all a while ago you were Bi
Many moons ago...
There has to be a joke there somewhere, I just can't get it tidy enough.
Every man can tell how many goats or sheep he possesses, but not how many friends.
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I'm not sure if "Ravel" is a male or female name, so I'm going to assume you are a man. You could not have picked a better profession short of being a football player. In all seriousness, I have several gay coworkers. It's not a big deal (at least 'round these parts).
Martin Fowler wrote:
Any fool can write code that a computer can understand. Good programmers write code that humans can understand.
AspDotNetDev wrote:
I'm going to assume you are a man
Correct.
AspDotNetDev wrote:
In all seriousness, I have several gay coworkers. It's not a big deal (at least 'round these parts).
That's why I didn't write a long message.
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That's not what you said. You may have intended for your statement to be taken that way, but the "you want a medal" comment is pretty much never meant as anything other than a snarky remark.
I wasn't, now I am, then I won't be anymore.
Marcus Kramer wrote:
snarky remark
OK. Yes, I'll give you snarky. But it certainly wasn't rude.
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I'm gay.
and? p.s. No future Ravels?
"If you think it's expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an amateur." Red Adair. nils illegitimus carborundum me, me, me
digital man wrote:
and?
I'm an atheist. ;P
digital man wrote:
p.s. No future Ravels?
Well, that remains to be seen.
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I'm gay. Not a hugely interesting revelation, I freely confess, so I shan't go on about it.
Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I'm gay.
I'm straight. ...versus being crooked. :) Anyhow, I think it is pretty cool that gay and not gay people can hang out and share ideas and thoughts about common interests and not so common interests. :thumbsup:
Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I freely confess,
Nothing to confess, you did nothing wrong. Criminals confess.
Just along for the ride. "the meat from that butcher is just the dogs danglies, absolutely amazing cuts of beef." - DaveAuld (2011)
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digital man wrote:
and?
I'm an atheist. ;P
digital man wrote:
p.s. No future Ravels?
Well, that remains to be seen.
Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I'm an atheist
But you share a middle initial with Jesus.
Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
Well, that remains to be seen
So we'll have to wait for the future to unravel?
Every man can tell how many goats or sheep he possesses, but not how many friends.
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Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I'm gay.
and? p.s. No future Ravels?
"If you think it's expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an amateur." Red Adair. nils illegitimus carborundum me, me, me
Ravel's sexual orientation doesn't preclude 'future Ravels'.
Software Zen:
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Thanks for that, it makes no difference to anyone here you know. But, firstly, I know it can be difficult to admit it at first, (I have gay and Lesbian friends who had terrible trouble admitting it), so well done. Secondly, unless people are living in the middle ages (or the 1950's or Croydon), it is of little matter. I am a Fat, Middle-aged, Conservative Man with a nasty drug habit (Smoke, Drink and Eat Cheese), it is who I am. Your sexuality is your own concern. Whatever, young dude, just be yourself and don't go screaming queen on us. (Even amongst my Gay friends, they dislike Screaming Queens). So long as whatever you do is legal, consensual and nobody is hurt, who gives a tinker's cuss?
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Dalek Dave wrote:
Whatever, young dude, just be yourself and don't go screaming queen on us.
Haha, yeah, I have no intention of doing that. When I see them I feel a little anti-gay myself.
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Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I'm gay.
I'm straight. ...versus being crooked. :) Anyhow, I think it is pretty cool that gay and not gay people can hang out and share ideas and thoughts about common interests and not so common interests. :thumbsup:
Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I freely confess,
Nothing to confess, you did nothing wrong. Criminals confess.
Just along for the ride. "the meat from that butcher is just the dogs danglies, absolutely amazing cuts of beef." - DaveAuld (2011)
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I'll be mature here. Congrats, I recently came out to the Lounge as a struggling comedian, which I have learned, is often as difficult and awkward to tell people. Did you recently come out in your life, too? Or is this just a CP outing? I shared a room with a gay dorm-mate in college, who was closeted, he knew that I knew, but I could see it was not easy. Also, where is your italicized quote in your profile from?
"I have a theory that the truth is never told during the nine-to-five hours. " — Hunter S. Thompson My comedy.
wizardzz wrote:
Did you recently come out in your life, too? Or is this just a CP outing?
I've told a few people in real life. Nobody in my family, though.
wizardzz wrote:
Also, where is your italicized quote in your profile from?
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Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I'm gay.
Great! Does that mean you can advise me on soft furnishings? ;) :-O Sorry, you know I have to turn everything into a joke! I'm pleased that you felt OK to tell us, I think that must have been tough. Nothing will change for me. :rose: ... except maybe the odd cushion question. ;)
Ali
Alison P wrote:
Great! Does that mean you can advise me on soft furnishings? ;)
Well, if you're in the market for bad advice, sure! ;P
Alison P wrote:
Sorry, you know I have to turn everything into a joke!
I love that quality in a person.
Alison P wrote:
... except maybe the odd cushion question.
Orange! No, purple! With lace! :-D
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Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I'm gay.
I'm straight. ...versus being crooked. :) Anyhow, I think it is pretty cool that gay and not gay people can hang out and share ideas and thoughts about common interests and not so common interests. :thumbsup:
Ravel H. Joyce wrote:
I freely confess,
Nothing to confess, you did nothing wrong. Criminals confess.
Just along for the ride. "the meat from that butcher is just the dogs danglies, absolutely amazing cuts of beef." - DaveAuld (2011)
Slacker007 wrote:
Nothing to confess, you did nothing wrong. Criminals confess.
Ahh, I was so close to saying 'concede' as well! :mad: ;P
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Dalek Dave wrote:
And Catholics
Also true. Sheesh! What a life; always confessing and feeling guilty.
Just along for the ride. "the meat from that butcher is just the dogs danglies, absolutely amazing cuts of beef." - DaveAuld (2011)
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I'm gay. Not a hugely interesting revelation, I freely confess, so I shan't go on about it.
'Congratulations!' somehow seems awkward, but it does convey my best wishes.
Software Zen:
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wizardzz wrote:
Did you recently come out in your life, too? Or is this just a CP outing?
I've told a few people in real life. Nobody in my family, though.
wizardzz wrote:
Also, where is your italicized quote in your profile from?
Well, goodluck Ravel. I hope things go well with your family, if/when you decide to tell them. BTW, that Onion article is incredible. Wow, thanks for sharing it.
"I have a theory that the truth is never told during the nine-to-five hours. " — Hunter S. Thompson My comedy.
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'Congratulations!' somehow seems awkward, but it does convey my best wishes.
Software Zen:
delete this;Gary Wheeler wrote:
'Congratulations!' somehow seems awkward, but it does convey my best wishes.
:) Well, thank you all the same.