I know that I run the risk of pissing off the vast majority of my guild mates, but I feel like I need to vent a little bit lest I asplode.
A year ago when we went over "all this stuff" I cautioned against the road that was being breeched - I warned that it would end up being exclusionary, I warned that those who were uber-casual would get left out when the mood or opportunty struck for them to do what they wanted, and I warned that people would get the impression of "cliquey-ness" whether it existed or not.
I understand that people can't just up and go whenever they want to these things, but I also thought that in a guild like ours, exception would be made and accommodations would be made for the uber-casual when they wanted to experience some of these things. I was under the impression that things wouldn't end up like they have.
I reluctantly agreed to things when this was all hashed out, and since that time I've only been proven right. Want to show me that I am, in fact, wrong? Take me over a "regular". That's the evidence I need. Act like my inexperience and meiocrity is actually preferred simply because I've never been and you'd like to let me have the experience over someone who's just "doing the grind".
That's all I got. Consider your toes tromped upon.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
An Actual Observational Post
Conman had a tee-ball game last night. Yesterday was also the West Virginia Primary. Yes, I voted, no, I'm not telling you who I voted for. Anyway...
I was sitting on the bleachers by myself (DH had to work and my parents are still outta town), so I was watching the game and listening to the conversations happening around me.
1. People are generally politically uninformed. I know, hard to believe, ain't it? Granted, I'm not some sort of amateur politico or anything, but I try to stay informed where the major issues are concerned, and try to see where my preferred candidate stands on those issues. I overheard things like, "I can't support him. I don't like the look of him." and "I won't support a woman for president." Now, I'm not going to even tell you what affiliation I fall under, but regardless of my personal stance, I'm not going to make a judgment on a candidate based on their appearance, sex or race. That's just idiocy at it's highest form.
2. Even though their personal stance on an issue is diametrically opposite of the candidate's, people will still support along party lines for the sake of the party name. How ridiculous is this, that is my question. Just 'cause your great granny and gramps were Democrats doesn't mean that they will rain lightning bolts down from heaven if you change your party 'cause you no longer agree with the Democratic party (and vice versa). It amazes me that people will completely ignore the issues at hand, things which could affect their daily lives and the lives of their children so they can vote "with the family". Lunacy.
3. People want to vote, but don't care enough to find out how to do it. Another snatch of conversation I overheard yesterday was someone saying, "Oh, well, if you're Republican, you can't vote today. It's just for the Democrats." WTH? Who told you that? Funny, but when I went to vote before coming to the ballgame, I got the option to vote a Republican ticket, a Democratic ticket, or an Independent ticket. The guy spreading this little gem of wisdom about the primary yesterday, depending on how many gullible people he talked to, could have wiped out a whole section of voters that should have the chance to vote. Think a little and get the facts before you open your mouths, people.
So, there you have it, my voting rant (v1.0) for this election year. I'm sure in November there'll be a post like this in the pipes.
I was sitting on the bleachers by myself (DH had to work and my parents are still outta town), so I was watching the game and listening to the conversations happening around me.
1. People are generally politically uninformed. I know, hard to believe, ain't it? Granted, I'm not some sort of amateur politico or anything, but I try to stay informed where the major issues are concerned, and try to see where my preferred candidate stands on those issues. I overheard things like, "I can't support him. I don't like the look of him." and "I won't support a woman for president." Now, I'm not going to even tell you what affiliation I fall under, but regardless of my personal stance, I'm not going to make a judgment on a candidate based on their appearance, sex or race. That's just idiocy at it's highest form.
2. Even though their personal stance on an issue is diametrically opposite of the candidate's, people will still support along party lines for the sake of the party name. How ridiculous is this, that is my question. Just 'cause your great granny and gramps were Democrats doesn't mean that they will rain lightning bolts down from heaven if you change your party 'cause you no longer agree with the Democratic party (and vice versa). It amazes me that people will completely ignore the issues at hand, things which could affect their daily lives and the lives of their children so they can vote "with the family". Lunacy.
3. People want to vote, but don't care enough to find out how to do it. Another snatch of conversation I overheard yesterday was someone saying, "Oh, well, if you're Republican, you can't vote today. It's just for the Democrats." WTH? Who told you that? Funny, but when I went to vote before coming to the ballgame, I got the option to vote a Republican ticket, a Democratic ticket, or an Independent ticket. The guy spreading this little gem of wisdom about the primary yesterday, depending on how many gullible people he talked to, could have wiped out a whole section of voters that should have the chance to vote. Think a little and get the facts before you open your mouths, people.
So, there you have it, my voting rant (v1.0) for this election year. I'm sure in November there'll be a post like this in the pipes.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Monday, May 12, 2008
Progress Update v2
So, here's an update to what's going on, how the preps are going, and where we stand here right now:
1. Called screen printers today. She hasn't done my project yet, and when I reminded her that she said she'd have it done by the 15th, she said, "but I didn't think you needed it until the end of the month..." to which I answered, "Well, I need it before the 23rd, but you told me it'd be ready by the 15th..." She then said she would do it today and instructed me to call her on Wednesday. Pray that it's done on Wednesday.
2. I have the invitations for Conman's class on my desk, ready to be filled out. I don't want to write directions to my house 25 times, so I haven't filled them out yet - but I will be buying stickers to print directions on today at Wal-Mart.
3. I've had a cold, so my part in cleaning the house has come to a screeching halt. I'm hoping my symptoms will subside enough before I have to go back to work that I feel like doing something to help with the housework.
4. Mother's Day was really great. DH and Conman bought me a fairy water feature to go in my pond and replace the entirely too-big urn that was serving as a water feature. Love her!
5. No lights for patio yet. No wood chopped for firepit yet. Kitchen 89% clean. Bathroom 89% clean. Computer room 10% clean. Gas cylinder not yet exchanged.
6. Birthday cake ordered for Conman's birthday party. Plans are to do birthday present shopping today.
That's about it for right now. More as info comes available!
1. Called screen printers today. She hasn't done my project yet, and when I reminded her that she said she'd have it done by the 15th, she said, "but I didn't think you needed it until the end of the month..." to which I answered, "Well, I need it before the 23rd, but you told me it'd be ready by the 15th..." She then said she would do it today and instructed me to call her on Wednesday. Pray that it's done on Wednesday.
2. I have the invitations for Conman's class on my desk, ready to be filled out. I don't want to write directions to my house 25 times, so I haven't filled them out yet - but I will be buying stickers to print directions on today at Wal-Mart.
3. I've had a cold, so my part in cleaning the house has come to a screeching halt. I'm hoping my symptoms will subside enough before I have to go back to work that I feel like doing something to help with the housework.
4. Mother's Day was really great. DH and Conman bought me a fairy water feature to go in my pond and replace the entirely too-big urn that was serving as a water feature. Love her!
5. No lights for patio yet. No wood chopped for firepit yet. Kitchen 89% clean. Bathroom 89% clean. Computer room 10% clean. Gas cylinder not yet exchanged.
6. Birthday cake ordered for Conman's birthday party. Plans are to do birthday present shopping today.
That's about it for right now. More as info comes available!
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