It's a palindrome too! Cool.
Okay, here's how it works. You tell me your favorite ice cream flavor. Then tell me what toppings you would use on it to make it just right. Then, describe how you would eat it (let it get soft or race through it while the ice cream is still frozen?). Tell me about the bowl if that's important to you.
I will take all this information and, through the application of the ICPPPCI, will tell you all about yourself.
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topings: none
state: a bit melted, but not quite yet
TOPPINGS
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Coffee is the flavor of the intelligent but shy -- not showy. It is sophisticated, yet can pass for something far more pedestrian until closer inspection. Unmixed, the coffee flavor indicates a stern or aloof exterior, perhaps even bordering on a love of authority. Mixed with other flavors, these traits are often overcome.
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Those who eschew toppings are purists. They see the world as one way or another. Often, they become frustrated by the nuances and games-playing they see in the world around them. But if you need a steadfast, solid supporter, the topping-less are the way to go. No-toppings people hope for an orderly life with a high degree of predictability. Even if they can't actually achieve it now, that is their idea of bliss.
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A preference for the semi-soft indicates some ambivalence in the personal arena -- relationships, love life, family, etc. The person who prefers somewhat melted ice cream is one who wishes the people around him or her were a little less judgemental overall. This person is easily imposed upon but will generally hold her shape even when being pushed around. A good person to have around if you need some flexibility and someone who will reward firm commitment from others.
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Often, they become frustrated by the nuances and games-playing they see in the world around them.
Oh, yes.
None
very slow
No toppings.
Right out of the carton just melted enough so it's not rock hard.
Baileys Irish cream
Stirred with a spoon so that it's more like a shake than anything else. That means that it's served in a small glass instead of a bowl.
Other important things: The ice cream has to be the green kind, not the white kind. Because I have named this delicious treat Irish Bliss, green mint chocolate chip ice cream just feels right. Also, there should be enough Baileys to add flavour to the ice cream, but not so much as to take away the green color.
Thank you, kat. You seem to be the only person believing in me. *sniff* Others just get to see one picture with my legs and go crazy thinking I'm...I'm... *cries*
Maybe a little bit of Hershey Chocolate Sauce on top
Frozen to Almost Frozen
Hmmm...I like most everything that Hagandaz sp? and Ben & Jerry's put out.
I'm getting a particular craving....
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Frozen yogurt chocolate-vanilla swirl, topped with small peanut-butter chips, served in a styrofoam bowl and eaten with a small plastic spoon. It's natural for it to be a bit melty right out of the machine. I'd try to save some of the PB chips for the last spoonful, and I always scrape the bottom of the bowl trying to get all the ice cream.
--xnera
psst...judgmental only has one 'e'! 
but anyway...Ice Cream: 1 scoop peanut butter, one scoop strawberry cheesecake.
Toppings: Peanut butter sauce, Reeses peanut butter cup, Hot Fudge
In: a dish...i hate cones.
How I eat it: Medium pace, fast enough so that it dosn't melt but slow enough that I don't get a brain freeze. And i probably won't finish it. AND I'll probably be sick in a few hours. I'm lactose intolerant
I eat it in a coffee mug. And I wait for it to begin to melt.
Freaky enough for ya?
No toppings necessary.
No melty!!
wafer cone. that's the kind with the flat bottom. yeah, I know, that's uncultured of me, but sugar cones leave a nasty taste in my mouth.
No other toppings.
In an ice cream bowl.
Just a touch soft, I hate it soupy.
msquared
However, my current favorite is this Fannie May mint meltaway ice cream that Dean's makes. (It's green with dark fudgy-minty ribbons in it.)
I top it with dark chocolate syrup, and sometimes a cherry (or three).
I prefer to eat it while it's still hard, but I'm always sure to eat the melted stuff, too, and all of the syrup that's still on the bottom of the bowl.
The actual bowl itself doesn't matter much to me.
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*waves*
Hi Lime! 
maple syrup, sprinkles, and pecans.
slightly melty.
with a waffle cone. NOT in one.
Ni!
I'll have to come back and give you all your personality assessments at a later time.
I hope you don't let the ice cream melt in the meantime. Unless of course you like it that way.
you shouldn't have started something you couldn't finish, young man!
Brown sugar, shredded coconut, and cornflakes.
Frozen, but not hard.
Glass or stoneware bowl..not plastic or paper.
WHIPPED CREAM has no FLAVOR. It takes space away from MORE ICE CREAM. Whipped cream should not be placed on ANYTHING. Except NAKED WOMEN.
COCOA CRISPIES, on the other hand, are also SWEET. They work WELL with ice cream. Unlike CHOCOLATE CHUNKS, you can still taste Cocoa Crispies when they are FROZEN and IMMERSED in ICE CREAM. They also add a DELIGHTFUL CRUNCHINESS.
DELIGHTFUL CRUNCHINESS, by the way, is a good name for a ROCK BAND.
BobFav Flavour: coconut cream, the kind with some actual coconut cream mixed through. Yum!
Toppings: a cherry or a few pecans (but not both) on a little whipped cream
State for eating: Soft enough to not have to fight to get the spoon through, but not melted.
Bowl: small and deep, like a Japanese rice bowl
CHERRIES, like WHIPPED CREAM, belong on ....
um, never mind...
a few pecans on "dirty chocolate" (a rich dark chocolate icecream with lots of cocoa) is fabulous. the flavors are not similar, but very complimentary. (complementary? you know what i mean!)
With hot chocolate, caramel, chopped peanuts (for that salty complement), and whipped cream.
In a chilled dish, eaten with savor but quickly enough so the ice cream isn't a soup when you get to the bottom.
And whipped cream also belongs on pumpkin pie.
And nuts? "Nuts definately DO NOT belong on NAKED WOMEN!"
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And nuts? "Nuts definately DO NOT belong on NAKED WOMEN!"
But I still like them with ice cream, or whipped cream, but I'm not so sure about cherries! :P Hot fudge might be a bit sadistic, though.
Another favorite of mine (get your dirty minds out of the gutter now *grin*) is a fruit salad with ice cream: strawberries, blueberries, bananas, pineapple and vanilla ice cream.
Can't you control her?
I have to agree with Icarus though, nut ruin almost everything they come in contact with.
msquared
Ice Cream: Black Cherry
Toppings: Peanuts
Eat it quickly, but let every bite melt on your tongue.
Half a pump of hot fudge (it's hardly necessary, but since I have the option, might as well)
Begin eating immediately. Stop eating when there's nothing left.
(It seems like these should be haikus.)
Nestle Crunch mixed in.
Eaten immediately.
Or it could be another flavor, but the last time I ate ice cream was a couple months before I could freeze water on the sidewalk...
I will withhold comment on where nuts DO belong!
If you like Crunch bars, though, you'll LOVE Cocoa Krispies! Especially with hot fudge!
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Mint ice cream with chocolate chip indicates a strong sense of personal hygiene and grooming coupled with a personality that enjoys the interplay of ideas. Look for a rather tradition yet high-end taste in clothing or decor, but with an undercurrent of pure whimsy thrown in. This person enjoys subtlety and is an excellent and interesting conversationalist, especially when excited by the topic or the people involved.
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The combination of hot fudge, whipped cream and peanuts indicates a preference for multi-layered relationships. This is the sort of person who would most likely marry their best friend. Viewed as a traditionalist by many, this person has suprises in store for any who judge him or her too quickly. Likewise, this person prefers those who are surprisingly deep and warm. He or she rarely judges a book by its cover, but takes his/her time getting to know a person and savoring every last moment of it.
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Eating the ice cream while still frozen indicates a person who likes things as they are. She takes people as they are. She adapts well to situations once she knows the score. A conformist on the surface. Often viewed by others as the teacher's pet kind of person. Always ready to please others. But in reality, this is just a by-product of his or her desire to adapt to each situation and get the most out of it.
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The choice of a plain bowl shows a stick-to-it nature. This is a person who will get the job done, every time. The job isn't over until it has been worked through completely and then really polished off. This is a detail person, often disturbed by things left partly done. Perhaps a neat freak, but just as likely to have his or her own strong sense of organization, regardless of how it appears to others.
very slow
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Sherbert, especially sans toppings, is the frozen confection of choice for those who don't care what the rest of the world thinks of them. Don't judge this person or they will take you out, one way or another. They can be very affectionate with those whom they trust, but cross them at your own peril.
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Eating slowly is the sign of a contemplative soul. This a person who examines his or her motivations in all situations and acts only when he or she is certain of doing the right thing. Some call him/her a procrastinator, but in reality there is none more decisive once a conclusion has been reached. Makes few but permanent friendships.
No topping
Softened a bit, but only because the freezer freezes sooo well you can't get a spoon in there.
Bowl? What's the bowl for, again?
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Obtaining one's ice cream in the form of a milkshake is indicative of a contrary nature. The person who does this is often shocking in mannerisms and speech, as well as attire. Look for this person to drive a very fast car or even a motorcycle.
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Chocolate is the flavor of choice for lovers. It has physiological effects, to be sure, but also is highly symbolic of a sensual nature. Those who like pure chocolate, unadulterated, are strong-willed and fierce competitors. Others watch them tilt at windmills sometimes, but it always works out in the end. Hard working and sure footed is the by-word.
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Custard varieties of frozen confections indicate a deep seated hedonism. This person is likely to enjoy life in all its manifestations. He or she is intense interpersonally, often even loud or boisterous. This devil-may-care soul has a kind streak and hates to see others suffer, especially if his/her sense of justice is offended. Takes EVERYTHING personally but is still able to empathize with those in need. Most often seen pitching in to help. Hates talking about fixes and loves actually doing the fixing.
(Though the "tilting at windmills" thing Bob mentioned in the chocolate part of that last one sounds a bit like me...)
Chocolate syrup
I like it soft enough that it doesn't freeze my teeth off, but not soupy on the bottom. I try not to have leftover chocolate syrup on the bottom either, just because it's harder to get to with a spoon that way.
Small, shallow bowls are best. (Does this mean I am a small, shallow person? 
)
(I also love peach sherbet)
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I love it best with caramel and English Walnuts (althouh pecans will do)
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Vanilla custard with real vanilla bean and a high fat content, blended with sparkling soda water into a frothy italian-soda-thingy, no solid custard left, but does have little chunks of frozen soda-water floating around the edges.
No topping. Very plain stainless steel ice tea spoon (extra long), sipped one spoonful at a time, preferably from a tall green/blue-brown chilled Frankoma mug.
Mmmmm. (Thanks!)
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When it comes to sipping/drinking something, I prefer glass. Not plastic. Not ceramic. Glass.
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*drool*
Vanilla bean. plain. I like it either very frozen, or with a coating of melted ice cream. Sometimes I'll add a tiny bit of choclate sauce, but not much at all. Homemade chocolate sauce is best, and I'll eat it very very slowly licking it from a spoon. YUMMMMMM
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A response.
A GOOD response.
Thanks, Bob. You have opened my mind to all the wonderful, chocalaty, smooth coolness that is me.
Right out of the carton just melted enough so it's not rock hard.
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Vanilla with various additives is really just a back-door way of sneaking in toppings for some people. The vanilla itself is a sign of purity and a certain amount of traditionalist tendencies. The swirled inclusions are indicative of a darker streak in the personality. Perhaps a little tendency to mix things up on occassion. In a purely physical sense. This is the kind of person you might meet and dismiss on one occassion only to find yourself utterly fascinated by them at the next meeting. Always full of suprises behind that Mr. or Ms. Clean exterior.
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Eating out of the carton is a definite sign of impatience and a lack of self-control or discipline. Expect these people to be extremely creative in bursts of genius. Out of the carton eaters are often absorbed in whatever interests them to the exclusion of everything else in life. These folks need very understanding and self-sufficient spouses and children. Fortunately, they make up for it in not being hide-bound with rules and expectations for anyone else. These are the lavalamps of the human world.
Stirred with a spoon so that it's more like a shake than anything else. That means that it's served in a small glass instead of a bowl.
Other important things: The ice cream has to be the green kind, not the white kind. Because I have named this delicious treat Irish Bliss, green mint chocolate chip ice cream just feels right. Also, there should be enough Baileys to add flavour to the ice cream, but not so much as to take away the green color.
Wow!
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Mint ice cream with chocolate chip indicates a strong sense of personal hygiene and grooming coupled with a personality that enjoys the interplay of ideas. Look for a rather tradition yet high-end taste in clothing or decor, but with an undercurrent of pure whimsy thrown in. This person enjoys subtlety and is an excellent and interesting conversationalist, especially when excited by the topic or the people involved.
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Use of liquors as a topping indicates a strong willed individual who often can't leave well enough alone. The goal is always to make things better, but often the results are somewhat less than first imagined. Some would call this person nosey, but really it's just a by-product of his/her strong sense of knowing what to do in almost every situation. This is the kind of person who can't bear to sit back and watch others wrestle with a problem. He/she will jump right in an propose a solution, all the while trying not to take over the project. Friends value this person like the settlers valued the cavalry -- he/she rides in and saves the day every time.
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Stirring to liquid form and using a small glass indicates the person is interested in quality -- high quality. This is a person who tries to surround him/herself with items of lasting value. This same tendency translates into friendships and family relationships too. The goal isn't necessarily quantity, but richness of the experience. This type of person is not bound by traditions and will often come up with outrageous new experiences for everyone to try with him/her. A fun person to know.
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Those who give names to their ice cream-based treats are people with a strong sense of self-worth. Their efforts are worthy of notice and if they toot their own horn a bit, that's okay because the value is there for all to see and experience. These are not shy people, but rather like to be the center of attention -- if they've earned it. Suprisingly grounded and "real" this person makes a great friend unless crossed. Then, WATCH OUT!!!
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A mix of coffee and French Vanilla indicates an open mind. The coffee is the intellectual in you coming through. The French vanilla is the sophisticated person who loves a challenge. Your choice of premium brands further displays your discerning nature in all your dealings. You are the kind of person who can take command of a situation and set an example for all around you. If you don't see this side yet...give it time to develop. You'll be wearing Chanel suits and running things in no time.
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Hershey's Syrup is the no-nonsense side. You like people who are straight forward and add something to your life. You dislike those who can't adapt themselves to you with grace and ease. They don't have to be overly passionate...just be there for you. Comforting relationships are your true desire
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Eating the ice cream while still frozen indicates a person who likes things as they are. She takes people as they are. She adapts well to situations once she knows the score. A conformist on the surface. Often viewed by others as the teacher's pet kind of person. Always ready to please others. But in reality, this is just a by-product of his or her desire to adapt to each situation and get the most out of it.
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)I assume you mean the soft-serve variety that comes out of a machine, right?
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Soft-serve ice creams and yogurts are the choice of comfortable people. Surprisingly, the mixing of flavors isn't really all that crucial here or indicative of much. The same person, if two flavors aren't available, would make do. And that's just the kind of person they are -- quick to adapt and able to see the value in everyone around them. And to bring it out as well.
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Peanut butter chips as a topping indicate a person who likes playful friends and lovers. This is important -- that you have a streak of whimsy and the attitude that whatever you are doing, it should be fun. That's what this person values deep down in relationships. In return, you'll find openness to new experiences and a willingness to meet you at least halfway.
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styrofoam cups and plastic spoons are just what the doctor ordered for the person who likes closure. When the job is done, it's done. No more monkeying around. No fuss. This person might fight to get every last drop of enjoyment out of a situation, but when the day is done, this person is moving on to bigger and better things. If you are in a relationship with this type of person, you'd do well to keep it fresh and new, exciting even. But if the relationship is over, don't look for this person to pine for you. They've forgotten you before the door closed behind you. Move on!
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This is a person with broad interests. He has a few strong themes running through his personality and is sometimes surprisingly complicated. Sometimes very spicy in his humor and in his general approach to others
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Fudge is the topping of choice for those who want more out of life. If they fall for you, it's all the way and forever. There's no disguised feelings or holding back with this type of person. The effect can be smothering, though, so beware if you aren't the strong type because you may not hold up under the love this person can lavish upon you. But if you are strong enough, this is the person to take home to meet the folks. This is the person that will make it all alright and block the badness from ever touching you.
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Cocoa crisps indicate that this person is drawn to complex personalities as friends and soulmates. He looks for more than just your involvement. He wants to get to the very essence of you and understand it in every nuance. And, for all that, you'd better be an interesting person. Blandness or shyness is actually repellent to this person!!!
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Strong aversions to whipped cream and or nuts indicates a desire to keep things simple. Which is often contradictory when other toppings are selected. What's really going on is a slight insecurity. "These toppings are okay, but those are just OUT!" is saying to the world that you can keep your fancy games and shiny things. I'm not impressed. What this person wants is a solid relationship with a heavy dose of reality whereever he cares to look. Want to see him angry? Try playing cute or coy. You'll only try it once, guaranteed!
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Eating from a coffee mug is a sign of a practical nature and of some restraint. He's saying that he can wait for the rest of the world to come to its senses. He'll enjoy doing what is his to do and he'll do it the way it should be done. He consciously sets an example and (reasonably) expects others to follow that example. Can become frustrated when the rest of us just don't get it, but he's a very patient and persevering soul. In it for the long haul and the big payoff.
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letting it melt a bit first demonstrates a desire for less struggle and strife. The stress of life can really get to this person and when that builds up, he reevaluates to see where he can make everything work easier and simpler. Work smarter, not harder is a watchword with this type of individual. Some might call him a worrier or a procrastinator, but both are far from the real truth. The real truth is that this person is contemplating the next move and will ultimately take the path that gets from A to B with the least added conflict. In fact, this type of person makes a great mediator of disagreements because people know he'll always figure out a way to diffuse the situation.
Plain whipped cream on top. No nuts or anything else.
Fast! Have to eat it fast because when it melts it looks like milky caramel soup and that's just yuck.
Favorite: Cookies n' Cream (or anything chocolate! My true favorite is World Class Chocolate from Baskin Robbins, but I don't know if that would work.)
Toppings: hot fudge and whipped cream (NO nuts)
I eat ice cream relatively slowly because I like to enjoy it. Also, I like it partially melted.
Wow.
That's me!
He's just got too many answers. No way I'm going to believe that he or his source was prepared specifically for Cocoa Crispies or some of the other bizzarre things people have said.
Eaten in small spoonfuls. The strawberries melting on your tongue.
Break off and eat pieces of waffle cone that have absorbed just the right amount of icecream goodness.
Yumm..
Ice Cream: 1 scoop peanut butter, one scoop strawberry cheesecake.
Toppings: Peanut butter sauce, Reeses peanut butter cup, Hot Fudge
In: a dish...i hate cones.
How I eat it: Medium pace, fast enough so that it dosn't melt but slow enough that I don't get a brain freeze. And i probably won't finish it. AND I'll probably be sick in a few hours. I'm lactose intolerant
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Peanut butter ice cream indicates a longing for the simplicity of youth. This and a care-free attitude combine to make an adult with a remarkably youthful outlook on life. Fun is important to this person.
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Strawberry cheesecake ice cream is the sign of a person who wants more, MUCH more out of life. This is a restless soul, ever searching for ways to improve herself and her lot in life. Employers, don't take this one for granted because soon enough you could be working for her! Loves a challenge as long as there is some obvious goal or reward in sight.
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Peanut butter sauce mixed with Hot Fudge and Reeses PB cups altogether on one confection.
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People who eat ice cream from a dish searching for stability. They are willing to chase down the very last of everything, but they also aren't afraid of getting into the gooey messes of life. They never turn down a work assignment, no matter how menial, as long as it holds the promise of some tangible reward.
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Those who despise cones as a holder for their ice cream are somewhat inflexible in their work relationships. They want things a certain way and it has to meet with their sense of organization, timing and added value. They make great bosses if you are willing to do things their way most of the time.
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A medium pace of ice cream ingestion indicates a fear of the future. You might find this person falling in love yet failing to ultimately commit. Don't be deterred, though, because this is not their true personality, but an indication of some lingering insecurities. Overcome those and you'll be in for the ride of your life.
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Those suffering from lactose intolerance who still eat ice cream display a healthy disregard for the rules, and sometimes even for reality itself. If you need an off-the-wall solution, this is your person. They'll try anything and stick with it if it works. Unfortunately, this all comes at a price. There's a lot of guilt that builds up and you can expect this person to get overwhelmed with it periodically. Usually, this is just temporary.
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If you want to impress this person, you'd better be witty and down to earth. Good looks won't hurt your chances, but it's the spirit she's really after.
that is so me!!
Thankee Bob...this is the coolest idea!
::wipes a small smudge of chocolate off her creamy colored Chanel Suit::
I eat one scoop per serving, in a custard cup, with a baby spoon, so I can eat less but it lasts longer.
(My scoop must be bigger than yours. )
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But, if I'm going to put toppings on something, it'd have to be a banana split with a scoop of vanilla and a scoop of strawberry. Then I'd put on hot fudge, caramel, and chocolate with just a few dobs of whatever jam to soften the impact of the chocolate (for lack of a better way to explain it). I'm not really picky about the container, whatever, I suppose it'd be some sort of crystal or glass or that clear plastic stuff if I had to visualize it. I'd eat this fairly quickly too, but leave enough to mix with the leftover topping goo at the bottom otherwise they are too rich to finish.
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Toppings: strawberry jam (not strawberry topping) and whipped cream (but only real whipped cream or out of a can, not any kind of Cool Whip type thing that comes out of a covered dish)
Still frozen, but if it melts a little as I eat, that's okay.
I like vanilla w/ chocolate chips
or
coffee w/ chocolate sprinkles
I like it in a bowl and I eat it fast if it's hot out and slow if it's cold.
Cherry Garcia.
No toppings necessary.
No melty!!
wafer cone. that's the kind with the flat bottom. yeah, I know, that's uncultured of me, but sugar cones leave a nasty taste in my mouth.
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An affinity for Cherry Garcia ice cream indicates a timeless personality. This person would be at home in any era. Just plunk her down and set her loose. Oddly, in the present day and time she feels almost like a misfit. Or perhaps a gypsy -- wandering and going from place to place, person to person, job to job. The "Cherry Garcia" person is likely to be extremely well read, have very diverse tastes in clothing, music, and art, but with a somewhat romantic eye towards the past or the future.
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In Kama's post, the ICPPPCI said "Those who eschew toppings are purists. They see the world as one way or another. Often, they become frustrated by the nuances and games-playing they see in the world around them. But if you need a steadfast, solid supporter, the topping-less are the way to go. No-toppings people hope for an orderly life with a high degree of predictability. Even if they can't actually achieve it now, that is their idea of bliss.
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Those who forego toppings seek to keep things just the way they are. Perhaps looking for a little stability in life? This is also a sign of contentment in many ways. This person looks for relationships that are uncomplicated and sincere. She wants you to be yourself and see where that takes you. A supporter of your dreams, she might also be just as happy without you if your dreams aren't worth pursuing. So be useful.
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In this person's case, a desire to eat the ice cream before it is melted is linked to her solitary and roving lifestyle. She has learned to get as much as she can from a situation as fast as she can because she knows it may not last much longer. She will work hard and be incredibly productive while you have her attention. But once the job winds down, she'll be moving on. If you want to keep her, have an endless supply of good work to be done and she may never notice that she's been there "too long."
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A wafer cone is indicative of longing for practicality and stability. A place to settle and be useful. This person longs for some predictability. There's element of romanticized childhood mixed in as well -- that things were better in the days of her youth and, more importantly, a wish to recapture that.
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An aversion to sugar cones indicates a fear of the mess of life, or perhaps too much negative experience with it. This person looks for things to be more orderly than life and relationships can usually deliver. This is a very sensitive soul who has a lot to offer to those who are equally sensitive to her needs. This person probably is very quiet but when she speaks, the words are thought provoking. A poet's soul, to be sure.
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In an ice cream bowl.
Just a touch soft, I hate it soupy.
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French Vanilla indicates a hidden depth of personality. This is a person who hates being judged (or judging) based on appearances alone. Get to know this person and you'll find a hidden gem, real quality. Oddly, this person is exactly what he or she seems on the surface -- a solid, reliable person. That's the core. What else you'll find is just better and more honed than what you'll get on the exterior. This is not a person who will force his opinions on others. But rather, say something once and let it go. But don't expect to change his or her opinion. Silence doesn't equate to agreement.
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While not technically a "topping" putting ice cream over a brownie is a classicists approach to life. Expect a strong personality and a sense of proportion. This person is good at multi-tasking, but more importantly has an innate sense of fair play that translates well to relationships. Unless you violate the unwritten rules!!! Lose his or her trust and you will never get it back.
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Use of a specific "ice cream bowl" indicates a strong sense of belonging. This is a person who knows not only how he relates to the world around him, but how others fit in to the global picture. This person makes a great supervisor or boss because he knows not just what subordinates are capable of now, but what they could achieve with the right training or guidance. Especially good at "fixing" that which seems beyond repair, especially broken teams in the workplace. Quite insightful
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A preference for the semi-soft indicates some ambivalence in the personal arena -- relationships, love life, family, etc. The person who prefers somewhat melted ice cream is one who wishes the people around him or her were a little less judgemental overall. This person is easily imposed upon but will generally hold her shape even when being pushed around. A good person to have around if you need some flexibility and someone who will reward firm commitment from others.
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*hopeful look in bob's direction*
I also wrote up a dream for you to look at, in the other thread. You're sure going to be sick of me!
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Can you do mine?
They're really cool, though.
Ni!
I'm going slowly on these because I want to do a good job.
I probably won't do anymore until Thursday. I'm on a trip in TX and it's costing me long distance charges just to log in. My company probably wouldn't like paying for hours of online time at hotel long distance rates.
Sorry.
I'll get back to you shortly.
-Bob
However, if we get this project, I think I'll be in TX a LOT over the next few months and years...
So keep your fingers & toes crossed (or not - depending on how you are disposed to the idea of Bob in Texas.
in a pinch any vanilla will do. then i will eat 3 to 4 scoops from a bowl. then procede to eat with a small spoon.
Toppings: Caramel, whipped cream, and reeses pieces on top.
State of the ice cream: Savor the flavor so it becomes a little melted but not by much.
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Toppings: Not necessary on the above - those flavors are yummy just by themselves. If there are only boring flavors available and I want to jazz it up a little, I'll usually get M&Ms. Mini ones, if possible.
How I eat it: Let it soften just enough that it's not rock-hard, then eat it as slowly as I can without letting it melt. I don't like it when it's all melty.
~Jane~
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I top it with dark chocolate syrup, and sometimes a cherry (or three).
I prefer to eat it while it's still hard, but I'm always sure to eat the melted stuff, too, and all of the syrup that's still on the bottom of the bowl.
The actual bowl itself doesn't matter much to me.
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Those whose choice of ice cream flavor changes with mood are extremely flexible. Some might detect in this a fear of commitment or even an inconstancy of spirit, however the truth is that these people are just easier to please than most of us. They might fixate for a time on one amusement or another, but the infatuation doesn't last for long. They are searchers, always looking for the next great experience in life.
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Combinations of mint and fudge in ice cream indicate a complex personality sometimes even with alarming mood swings. This type of person might seem calm and collected one moment and then be extremely passionate or even violent the next. At the very least, this person will seem hard to pin down or categorize. Don't even bother trying as it will just get them angry anyway.
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Specifying dark chocolate syrup as a topping indicates a desire for a long-term relationships that will affect some positive change in his/her life. Look for this person to resist that change, however with whenever the core personality is challenged. Give him/her time and see what the result is.
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Use of multiple cherries as a topping shows a desire for more than just intimacy in a relationship. This is a person who craves the excitement of your every facet and nuance. This is a person who can take it and use it to your mutual benefit. Be yourself and be all you can be with this one. Expects you to have strong likes and dislikes, so express an opinion if you want respect.
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Finishing it all, no matter how soupy is a sign of a person who will always get the job done. Expect this person to start out gang-busters, but then taper off as other influences pull this way or that. But not to worry, in the final analysis, everything will be done, all i's dotted and t's crossed. A thorough person who will bring this out in others.
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If the container doesn't matter, it shows that stability is not a big concern here. Flexibility and doing what feels right for the current situation is more important.
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As noted for Vana, changing flavors is a sign of mental and spiritual flexibility. It can be a sign of instability to some, but more likely this is a person who isn't bothered by rapid change. An adaptor and a survivor, for sure.
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For the uninformed, Ben & Jerry's One Sweet Whirled is caramel & coffee ice creams with marshmallow & caramel swirls & coffee flavored fudge chips. This is favored ice cream of a true rebel. Here you have a person who could care less what anyone else thinks of him or her. And, this is a person who is NOT easy to know or understand. The moment you think you've got this one pegged, you'll get blindsided by some startling revelation. Best to just take what comes and enjoy.
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Whipped cream as a lone topping indicates a person who is not all that interested in forging relationships. But don't despair. To win this one's heart, just be "added value" in his/her life and you will be very much appreciated. Don't be surprised if you don't measure up. You aren't expected to. In fact, it'd be no surpise at all to find out this person just wanted to be alone. Don't take it personally. Give him/her space and you'll be right back on top soon enough.Whipped cream in combination with chocolate and cherries is a sign of someone who is looking for a traditional relationship. In this particular case, however, the transient nature of relationships might mean that the desire for tradition is a passing thing.
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Of course you are
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Okay, seriously, Chunky Monkey is Banana Ice Cream with Fudge Chunks & Walnuts -- another Ben & Jerry's combination. This one appeals to those with a major stubborn streak. This is a person who likes to think of himself as soft and cuddly, but in reality is too complex and deep to pull that off for very long. And if you think you've got it figured out, you don't. Not ever. There are too many obstacles to real understanding of this one. It's best to just enjoy the depth and clarity of thought that goes with this personality type. This is a person not afraid of the rough spots in life. Most likely to bull through them than to accommodate or change.
slightly melty.
with a waffle cone. NOT in one.
Ni!
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Pistachio with almonds is the flavor of choice for the true romantic. You aren't afraid of being a little kooky or idiosyncratic. That's part of your appeal, actually. An optimist, you see the glass as half full, even when the darn thing is nearly empty. Unlikely to be shy, even in very intimidating situations. But sometimes embarrassed by it all after the fact, when reality comes and bops you over the head.
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The combined toppings of maple syrup, sprinkles and pecans indicates a person who is searching for relationships that start as friendships and turn into something much deeper. This is a person who will always be fun to hang around with, but if you want a real relationship, you'd better be ready to devote years and demonstrate some substantial feelings along the way. Friends are for partying. Romance is for life!
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A preference for the slightly melted state is, in this case, indicative of a desire to avoid conflict and strife. A world without sharp edges is what is sought here. Theres a warm feeling to it all. Enjoyment and even a touch of hedonism mixed in.
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The somewhat rare preference to break up the waffle cone and, in a sense, treat it like another topping indicates a hatred of boundaries and roles. Prefers a very fluid working environment where tasks aren't doled out based on traditional practices, but rather on getting the thing to work with who and what you have as resources. This is a highly creative person who does not thrive in structured environments. Let the reins go and see what happens.
This is scary. That is SO kwsni.
Bob, you are amazing.
*bows to the master of dream interpretations and ice cream profiling*
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So called "rice creams" are the province of the purposefully misleading: poseurs and usurpers. These people try to substitute for others. You'll find them stealing personalities because, seemingly, they have so little of their own to offer. But watch out! They are full of surprises. Hyper-intelligent and full of a sense of their own shortcomings, they are often very sensitive to others. They can understand the troubles in life and try to help as best they can. And that help can be pretty darned valuable because they are so clever.
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Going without toppings is, in this case especially, a signal to would-be lovers not to get too fancy. This is a person who wants the facts, straight up, no gimmicks. Don't expect a lot of romancing, but if you want a person who will understand you and take you as you are, this is that person. Has few close friends and often considered a loner, in reality this person is just interested in knowing the Truth (with a capital "T") and there are just too few people around who can handle the intense scrutiny.
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Eating right out of the container is the sign of someone longing for simplicity in life. A pragmatist who wishes the rest of the world ran on a logical basis. This person is searching for working environments that are pure meritocracies. Make him/her earn the top position, to be sure, but make sure you don't give it away to some lesser being, or WATCH OUT!
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Those who eat their ice cream tending towards firmness like to take life as it comes. They don't try to bend the world to their own idiosyncracies, but rather make the world work for them by understanding it and using it.
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A changeable speed of ingestion is the sign of someone wanting to break out. Inside, there's some untapped resource bursting to break free of the pragmatic bonds placed on the persona. It's an indication of something deferred or delayed in life. A big plan that can't be put in motion yet and, perhaps, a fear that there never will be a right time.
I'm not sure I can narrow down a favorite ice cream - it all depends on what's available and my mood. I'll just tell you what I like and let you work your magic.
Coconut ice cream. No toppings. Eaten slowly. Consumed during special occasions.
Black Raspberry ice cream. No toppings. Eaten slowly. Consumed during special occasions.
French Vanilla. Loads of Hot Fudge. Eaten before the hot fudge has time to harden. Consumed at home.
A Heath sundae. That's coffee and vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, caramel syrup, bits of Heath bar and whipped cream. No cherry. Consumed when dining out at Friendly's or other places where it is to be had.
And since I'm at it... I agree with whoever said that nuts and ice cream should not be joined. Neither should marshmallows. I hate bits of fruit in ice cream. Chocolate, carmel, butterscotch, hot fudge and peanut butter are all acceptable toppings. Cherries, any fruit topping and most candies are not. Sprinkles are only allowable on soft serve.
Golly! I'm picky... And I don't even eat ice cream that much... 
You like some pretty disgusting flavors, but at least you know what not to put on them!
Oversize, multi-colored, hand-painted ceramic soup mug. Heavy.
Pecan praline, 3 large scoops. Caramel topping (the kind you have to heat slightly first, otherwise your spoon gets stuck) - allowed to puddle in the bottom of the bowl because it is so much fun to eat a big spoonful of the stuff at the end. Normal sized spoon.
One Heinekin to complement.
Ummm. Now I know what to get at the store this evening.
Thanks Bob!
Fresh strawberry ice cream - I'm talking made with strawberries, cream, and sugar. Nothing else.
Fresh whipped cream (REAL, with a touch of vanilla), and a cherry
Consistancy? ultra-thick milkshake. I'm talking stick a spoon in it and it stands straight up, but you use a straw anyway. (:
As for what to serve it in, I love the old fountain-style tall glasses. Also, there should be more made than will fit into the glass, and I want the remainder in the steel tumbler they made it in on the side!
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One of my favorites since childhood:
Vanilla, very good quality, preferably with flecks of vanilla bean in it.
Topping: Butterscotch sauce. Some real whipped cream is good, too, but can be optional (I don't like that fake whipped cream).
I eat it slowly, soft enough so it's smooth and creamy, but not melty. I usually eat this concoction in a bowl, but I happen to love sugar cones (the cookie type of cone - I can't stand the melt-in-your-mouth wafer cones).
Yum. I love ice cream.
**Ela**
Thanks! I'm very impressed.
The second, probably more frequent dish is plain strawberry. I always get this if I'm getting a cone. I also buy this more frequently. Preferably a brand that has large genuine strawberry chunks in it. I eat the genuine strawberry chunks first if possible. The store brands that don't use real strawberries (100% artifical flavor) which I would only eat out of desparation generally have too much artifical flavor and taste waxy, with a faint aftertaste of the beet juice they use for coloring.
AJ
Ni!
Frozen, but not hard.
Glass or stoneware bowl..not plastic or paper.
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As we've seen already, those who like vanilla ice cream are simple souls. They are stalwart and reliable. There are few surprises from these folks and they like it that way. A traditionalist and conservative in the truest senses of those words. Some consider this person to be fussy or a perfectionist. But really, this is just a person who knows that there's already a right way of doing things so why reinvent the wheel?
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The combination of brown sugar, shredded coconut and cornflakes indicates that this person is looking for a person who gives an immediate impression of being sweet and wholesome, but also has real staying power. The kind of person who will compliment and even bring out the "wilder" side of his/her personality. Looking especially for a person who will help to put a more exciting spin on life and show the rest of the world that he/she can be fun, within reason.
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A preference for frozen "but not hard" ice cream indicates a willingness to change. The future is a big open possibility to this one. But the hard edges are just too much to face. Above all, wants a life that is smooth
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Stoneware or glass bowls (not plastic or paper) is the sign of a traditionalist in the work environment as well. A very loyal employee who would like nothing better than to stick with one company until retirement. This person likes to get an assignment and finish it to perfection. Hates redoing things and will work extra hard to test his/her work before turning it in. If this one says "it is done" you can bet on it!
Toppings: a cherry or a few pecans (but not both) on a little whipped cream
State for eating: Soft enough to not have to fight to get the spoon through, but not melted.
Bowl: small and deep, like a Japanese rice bowl
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Coconut cream with real coconut. This is a person who is outwardly a conformist but with a rebellious spirit. Doesn't make many friends and is often thought of as an acquired taste by those lucky enough to be his/her friend. Strongly opinionated, especially in matters that relate to him/herself and a set of core beliefs. This is a very studious person in matters that interest him/her, especially in the areas of morality, ethics and religion.
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Whipped cream with either cherries or pecans (but not both) indicates some ambivalence towards relationships. On the one hand, passion is to be desired, but on the other hand, maybe something a little more cerebral is what would be most pleasing. Underneath it all, however, to mate with this one, you'd better be well rounded and just feel like a "good fit" to begin with. Fun loving and smart are the combination he/she seeks.
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Not wanting to fight to get the spoon through is indicative of a low tolerance for distractions or non-sequiters. Keep on topic if you want to impress this person. This person is always thinking strategically and has great confidence that, at the right moment, he/she will be able to win the day and cut through all the nonsense. Expect him/her to be silent while others are panicking but always prepared to step in and make everything work. At that point, you'll find him/her impatient and wanting be in charge.
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A preference for small deep bowls shows a preference for short-term projects that are high visibility and important. Work-wise, nothing could be worse for this person than a long-term project with no obvious end or goal. Exploratory projects that may not pan out are anathema. This person wants to be part of the big, winning projects that make a difference. A great idea person who may not be the best for actual implementation over the course of months or years.
In a chilled dish, eaten with savor but quickly enough so the ice cream isn't a soup when you get to the bottom.
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Premium quality vanilla is the flavor of choice for the traditionalist who knows good from merely okay. This person has classic taste in clothing and furnishings and will spend the money (when it's available) to obtain just the right items. Would rather not buy at all if it means buying things that won't last or aren't well made. No false advertising from this one -- what you see is what you get. Period.
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hot chocolate, caramel, chopped peanuts (for that salty complement), and whipped cream together indicate a desire to find the ONE perfect mate. He or she must be all things and at just the right time. As a consequence, this one has very little tolerance for the dating scene and will even call an early halt to an evening if it's obviously not going anywhere. To capture this person's heart, you must be sophisticated, witty, charming, sincere, and absolutely devoted. Lack any one of these qualities and you might as well head for the door, or not even show up in the first place.
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Savoring their ice cream is a reflection of savoring life itself. You couldn't find a more involved person, no matter what the task or who is involved. These people make great parents and you'll often find them volunteering their time for worthy causes -- not just writing a check.
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A chilled dish is the sign of a worker who believes every success comes from preparation. Planning, then following the plan are really important. Don't expect this person to drop everything to help someone out of a crisis. If you ask his/her input, be prepared to sit down and rethink the entire process. The end result will always be better for it, but if you need fast solutions it'd be best to go elsewhere for your shock troops. He/she might help you out in a crisis, but you'll darn well learn a lesson in planning along the way.
Toppings: Peanuts
Eat it quickly, but let every bite melt on your tongue.
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Black Cherry ice cream is the flavor of the true sensualist. A hedonist who loves comfort in all things: life, relationships, work, etc. This is a person who not only enjoys life, but knows how to show others to achieve the same thing. Well loved by friends and family alike. Expect this one to be very popular, and the center of attention. Has to watch out for narcissistic tendencies. Detractors call this one vain and even a wastrel, but the truth often that they are just jealous of the joy this person has and can bring to any situation.
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Peanuts are the topping of choice for those who like to compartmentalize their friends. Some may find the instant judgements hard to swallow, but in reality, this person is very adept at seeing what others want in life and helping them find it. Might have a little trouble in the fidelity department, or not really all that concerned with lasting friendships. If you get involved with this person, you should get the most out of the little time you have and then expect to move on. If it turns out to be a more permanent relationship, expect your life together to be divided into discrete phases with new friends and new pursuits always just around the bend. If you can handle it, it'll be fun!
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Ice cream eaten quickly but with each bite melted on the tongue is the sign of a person who is best in one-on-one situations. You wouldn't think it with this particular person, as popular and gregarious as he/she is, but the secret to the whole thing is that every single person he/she interacts with comes away knowing that, for a brief shining moment, they were the center of attention from someone who really cared. This person will spend five minutes with you and know your life's story.
Begin eating immediately. Stop eating when there's nothing left.
(It seems like these should be haikus.)
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A double helping of chocolate amaretto cheesecake ice cream is the choice of a truly expansive personality. This person will often be the life of the party --loud beyond all reason. Some shy away from this brash and even show-off nature, but if they do they will miss out on the real core -- generosity. You will never find a person more giving of comfort and aid.
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A small dose of hot fudge is indicative of a person who knows he/she asks a lot of lovers and friends and hesitates to ask that one little bit more that he/she needs. And what is that? Complete understanding. This person will take you just as you are and without you even knowing it, will help you become all you wish to be. In return, he/she wants just the most basic things of all -- love, understanding and loyalty. And at that, he/she doesn't require it of you. But if you can give it freely, it would be bliss indeed.
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The "begin immediately and stop when it's all gone" style belongs to those who are pragmatic in their view of the world and the future. Although having it all would be nice, in reality, that's not an option so they adjust their expectations accordingly. This person sees the world logically and clearly. As such, expect to find this person always "on a path." Going from point A to point B in the fewest steps possible is not just a goal, it's a lifestyle.
:whines:
I like wines with my ice cream too!
Anyone ever have Killian's Red along with double stuff oreos?
Ummmm.
Toppings: Everything but cherries. Cherries are yucky.
How to eat: Mix it all up and go nuts. No pun intended
pretty goodThis will make excellent practice for when you start work as a travelling fortune teller.
(Personally I think my preference for small deep bowls shows my tendancy to want to hide from the world for short periods of time, but anyway...)
Gingerbread ice cream (great stuff)
a dot of coolwhip and
kinda melty, but not mush.
If it's not still alive, it's still cool and that's still my fav. ice cream; if you haven't tried it, you must (but that's just a newbie's opinion. I'm not trying to bring anything revolutionary to the board. ^_^)
Q.
Sniff?
Pleeeaaaasssssseeeee?
Eaten immediately.
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Those who prefer chocolate ice cream are typically known for their positive outlook on life. They are considered 'steady' and 'dependable' by their friends and usually make friends easily. While they like to think of themselves as rebels, in reality they hold many conservative views and hold themselves to a high standard. They are, however, non-judgemental and attract friends from a wide swath of society
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Mixing of Nestle Crunch candy bars into chocolate ice cream indicates a desire for a soul mate who really brings out the best in them. This is a person who feels incomplete without a person to share life with. Willing to accept a certain level of strangeness in a spouse, this person is going to encourage you to be more than just an adjunct to his/her personality. The truly unstable are too much for this person, but if you are level-headed with a mix of whimsy, go for it!
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As we've seen before, those who eat their ice cream immediately are driven to take charge in any situation. Sometimes they may roll over another person and not even notice it, but really they are just focussed on the job at hand and thus a little forgetful of other's style or need for buy-in.
Chocolate.
In a bowl.
Doesn't matter how hard or how soft, just as long as it's not completely melted.
I put as much in the bowl that it will hold and eat it medium speed.
No toppings. Just chocolate icecream.
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One thing that I could have added above is that chocolate is the flavor of sensualists and sensitive people. A bit rebellious in spirit but deep down conservatives in their own lives and attitudes. See immediately preceding reading for other aspects of the chocolate ice cream personality
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The 'no toppings' person is looking for friends and lovers who play no games. This person takes you as you are and expects you to be yourself with no embellisments or affectations.
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Those who fill the bowl with as much as it will hold are real go-getters. Self-motivated and driven, these people often make great entrepreneurs. You'll find them rising to the top of any work organization because they instinctively know how to get the most out of any competitive situation.
[/quote]An abhorrence for completely melted ice cream is a sign of someone who hates to leave things unresolved. If a problem is pointed out to this person, he or she will work hard to fix it. This person expects the same from everyone involved. A buckle-down and get-to-work attitude. These people do not have a high tolerance for frustration, so watch out if things aren't working well. Tends to rush things for the sake of closure, even when closure isn't really possible at this time.[/quote]
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A complicated person who feels at home in almost every situation because he tends to become the center of attention. This is a confident and even bold person who wears his heart on his sleeve. You will often find this kind of person obsessing over fine points -- a truly detail-oriented person who likes to master a few tasks rather than be merely good at many things. If this person is put in unfamiliar surroundings or if the rules change, he will change the rules rather than adapt.
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A large amount of M&Ms as a topping is indicative of a person who is rarely satisfied with one mate. Interestingly, he is attracted to change. He doesn't necessarily need stability in his love life. This person wants to be the focal point of any group and the one true love in someone's life. Eventually, he will find that one and then life will change remarkably and for the better. But the woman who can tame him is the one who DOESN'T idolize him. Only someone with an equally strong will can keep this one's interest in the long term. Expect passion in loving and fighting.
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Eating ice cream immediately is a sign of a direct approach to problems and, on the darker side, a low tolerance for frustration. Savoring the ice cream in this context is puzzling until you understand how intense this person really is. When focusing on a problem or person, this is a person who gives ALL their attention. Or none at all. There's an on-off switch, and that's it.
Softened a bit, but only because the freezer freezes sooo well you can't get a spoon in there.
Bowl? What's the bowl for, again?
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Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie is the ice cream of a true hedonist. This person may come off as vain and conceited, but in reality this is just a passionate person who lives life fully. Very introspective and prone to periods of self-doubt as the personality integrates new things in life. Later in life, this type of person is known for great wisdom and insight and it all comes from spending so much energy thinking through the life already led.
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We've seen the no toppings people before. But in this case, there's an added wrinkle. Besides not liking "gamesmanship" in friends or lovers (especially lovers), this person is looking at your soul. Deep into it. And you'd better know what you're about. Simple people are not appealing unless they have thought through the simple life they lead. Then its even inspiring. But if you live the unexamined life, you'd best move along because you'll just fall behind in this relationship.
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Eating out of the carton is, as we've seen, a sign of a pragmatic approach to work. This is a person who looks for the obvious and simple ways to do things efficiently. She makes it look easy but again, it is because of the depth of understanding of herself that she can make even complex work situations seem simple. Has a definite knack for getting teams to work step-by-step to complete a task. The willingness to wait only long enough to let the ice cream soften so a spoon can get in there is a reflection of this pragmatic approach. This person appears to have a lot of patience but what is really going on is that she has a perfect idea of the right time to begin a task, and nothing can get her started before conditions are right.
I like it soft enough that it doesn't freeze my teeth off, but not soupy on the bottom. I try not to have leftover chocolate syrup on the bottom either, just because it's harder to get to with a spoon that way.
Small, shallow bowls are best. (Does this mean I am a small, shallow person? )
(I also love peach sherbet)
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Strawberry ice cream with chunks is the flavor of old time romantics. This type of person might be surrounded by antiques. Friends think of this person as an 'old soul' and will often seek his/her counsel, especially in matters of relationships. Not given to wild expressions of lust, but rather will woo a mate through traditional courtships. But not any half-measures here. This is the real deal. With this person, it is all about the heart. The mind is important, but subject to the heart's impulses and desires.
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Chocolate syrup indicates the desire for a mate that will wrap this person up in their life. This is a one-lover person. Not given to playing the field. Much more interested in long term affection. A lifetime and more! Having a classic approach won't hurt your chances.
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The really important information here is the attempt to finish the syrup before or at worst with the last bit of ice cream. This is a person who has been burned in the past and who will test others openly. If you win his/her trust, you'll have it forever. As a consequence, trust has to be earned. Holding back is not really in his nature (as we've seen above), but there's been some damage done in the past and a bit of tentativeness has crept in. Get beyond it and you'll see the full attention is unbelievable. You thought he was a romantic while you were dating! What till this one is your spouse!
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Small shallow bowls indicate an attitude that says work is a distraction from the real business of life. This person will do a good job and earn money. But don't ever expect a passionate approach to mere work
Can you do mine? Please?
My personality is temporarily on hold until I hear from Bob.
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**Ela**
*thinks Bob is really one of those psychic hotline people*
Frighteningly accurate. Wow.
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Hey Icarus,
look our razzes are in sync
oh...razzes...of course...our razzes...hehe...
(I think he thinks it's pretty accurate, though his word choice might not have been as kind as yours.)
So, I guess the question is, does that change the personality profile at all?
Too much studying for this old lady....I am so out of touch
BOB I need my personality (wanders off to the Wenches tavern for comfort)
Will you share?
My ice cream? Are you kidding? You can have anything that isn't the Ben & Jerry's, but if you try to get that out of my hands, you might lose yours.
Your ice cream is gone already!
When you take the carton out of the freezer and you bend the spoon in half trying to serve it try sticking the whole carton in the microwave for between 15 and 30 seconds (depending on how much ice cream is left in the carton). If you get the timing right you can get the perfect consistency ice cream without have any melting.
Maybe The Rabbit is the anti-christ!
In fact, I just realized that the letters in "The Rabbit" can be rearranged to spell out "Bitter Hab"!
You know, as in that bitter (and evil) habit of microwaving ice cream!
This proves it!!
you're right!
::warily moves away from sex fiend::
You know how the story goes. You get the ice cream out of the freezer and it's hard as a rock. The first spoon you try on it just bends in half so you go for a heavy duty spoon. Then you realize that you need more than a heavy duty spoon, you need a jack hammer. You think about letting it thaw for a while on the counter but when you do that it just melts around the edges while the center stays too hard to dent. Then when you put it back in the freezer the outside part crystalizes and becomes gritty and discusting. So you painstakingingly chistle a few pieces of the top to make a tiny serving. Just when you've had it and are thinking this might be time to start that diet, your husband say, "Hey, how about dishing me up some to?". (It's a little known fact that ice cream frozen too hard is a major cause of divorse and domestic violence in this country.)
But you need suffer this no more. Just a few seconds in the microwave and the ice cream comes out the perfect consistency all the way through to the center of the carton without any melted stuff around the edges. You can easily scoop out a heaping bowl for you and the spouse but it stays firm and frozen while you eat and doesn't turn yucky when you refreeze it.
Try it, you'll like it.
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Or you could buy a high quality ice cream scoop instead of using spoons.
Don't get the kind with the little separator. That's just a gimmick; they don't really work that well. This is the only scoop you'll ever need. It's well worth the high price.
Go ahead and bend this scoop! I dare ya to try!
EDIT to replace link with better picture.
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Well, the kind we USED to have. Somebody put it in the dishwasher.
The advantage to the microwave is that once you get the timing down you can soften the ice cream just enough to get the spoon in easily and no more. When I've in the mood for a good hard ice cream, I go for an ice cream bar and skip the spoon all together.
Who am I????
Where am I???
Who is this evil ice cream melter??
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a creature so foul, so cruel that no man yet has fought with it and lived! . . . death awaits you all with nasty, big, pointy teeth
Yup, That's me.
(Why don't we have a nasty, big, pointy teeth emoticon?)
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My favorite Ice Cream is French Vanilla (the best available) in a bowl, a nice small hand size bowl.
(edit to say I don't like it so frozen it is hard to eat. Just a little on the soft side.)
I love it best with caramel and English Walnuts (althouh pecans will do)
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French Vanilla, especially the premium varieties, are the ice cream of choice for people of taste and refinement. These are people who enjoy the finer things in life and, perhaps more importantly, actually recognize what the finer things in life are. Friends admire this person's home decor and taste in clothing, especially. Expect these people to be slightly anachronistic, especially with a bias towards the distant past as a favorite era. Being a rennaisance man or woman is important to them.
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Caramel and English Walnuts together as a topping (are you a toffee lover, perhaps?) indicates a preference for the unusually intelligent and sophisticated as companions and lovers. Their ideal mate will have a strong personality, old world charm, and broad interests that compliment the basic desire for elegance that was indicated by the choice (in this case) of French Vanilla premium ice cream
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The choice of a "nice, small hand-sized bowl" is revealing of a person who compartmentalizes her life. This is a person for whom work has definite boundaries that are not to be exceeded in terms of the time or energy that it commands in her life. She's got better things to do with her time than be a wage slave. Don't mistake this as a bad work ethic though. The job, if manageable and defined, will get done to a T and then some.
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A bias against fully frozen ice cream indicates a spiritual side that has more patience than others in her immediate circle of friends and relations. She is sometimes considered "fussy" by those who don't know her extremely well because she is always looking for quality and the RIGHT WAY to do things. She is a counselor, especially on matters of how to manage difficult situations -- not necessarily in the romance department but in other areas. Looks upon Martha Stewart as a flash-in-the-pan tipster.
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There's another aspect to all this that I missed in the first go-round. I did some more research and found that the following are also relevant:
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Your choice of a particular type of Walnut (and English ones at that) indicates more than just an attraction to the cerebral and old-world types. Your approach to relationships is that they are serious business, not to be taken lightly. And, in fact, you enjoy the complexities of it all. The caramel, in this context, is something I had a bit of trouble with at first. I think what it is saying is that underneath it all, you still seek a very simple and enveloping warmth. Complexity and seriousness aside, the real basis of the relationship is affection and love. And you think of those as two inseperable qualities in a mate. You have affection for almost everyone, but there's an added dimension of comfort you would demand of someone you will spend your life with.
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No topping. Very plain stainless steel ice tea spoon (extra long), sipped one spoonful at a time, preferably from a tall green/blue-brown chilled Frankoma mug.
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Those who make a high-end ice-cream float using premium vanilla custard style ice creams and soda water are off-the-scale detail oriented. Some might even call them obsessive, but that would really miss the point. It isn't a compulsion that drives them. It is an internal motivation to be the best at what they choose to do. These are people who reshape the world to their liking and who are extremely logical in their approach to everything. Expect this type of person to have a solid plan in life.
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People who have a favorite bowl for their ice cream are 99th percentile people. Those who have a special vessel for their ice-cream floats are in the last 1% of that range! This is a person who has goals. Probably a loner for most of the time as well. Very comfortable with a solitary existence. But don't be frightened off by that if you are a potential mate. This is a person who is looking for a complete absorption of both of you into one unit. If you aren't prepared to lose yourself, get lost! The colors and patterns on the mug are important as well. They describe a person who is seeking a simpler more basic existence. A person who, at her core, is trying to be in tune with the universe and take a more holistic approach to everything. This is a dream for later in life, perhaps, but one that is no empty goal either.
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Wow...even a special spoon, CT? The spooning of a liquid concoction just fits the rest of the profile of one who is very detail oriented, living a plan, and in charge. But this adds a new twist as well. The plain nature of the spoon and the method for its use speak volumes about what you seek in life. Simplicity, to be sure, but also you wish that you could take life in smaller increments. Despite your success of living a planned existence, the fear of losing control is always nagging in the background. The spoonfuls of life approach appeals even moreso because it feels so opposite of the tempest you feel you are riding.
Hey look, I just finished my first CT scan!!!
You might as well beat yourself up for not posting earlier in the thread, you know!!!
I have to print it out and savour myself over a glass of fine red wine. Mmmmmm ...
It's cool though. Thanks Bob.
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I have to print it out and savour myself over a glass of fine red wine. Mmmmmm ...
CT, as a medical professional, you should know better. People used to die of consumption!
I figure sometime this month, for sure!!!
That was wonderful... Now I know who I am and who to act.
Seriously you hit enough points right on that it is scary.
*Looks for the hidden camera in her office*
I know this takes time, so thank you soo much.
I mean, you nailed things that are just plain iherently true about her. I'm amazed.
I agree that this should stay on the first page...
to remind Bob of all those waiting.
(btw Icarus, R Gonad? My virgin eyes! I would never purposly make that my name! The correct rearrangement is "no drag")
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Okay, take most of what was said above...delete the part about the particular mug and go from there:The shot of caramel added to this concoction indicates that your ideal spouse or life partner would be someone exactly like yourself. You value compatibility above all else and actively seek it in others.
The choice of a soda glass indicates some anxiety about the future, but also a desire to live with foresight. In your work, you prefer to have the big picture in front of you at all times. And you like to always have a handle on how much progress has been made and how much more is left to be accomplished.
You hate surprises especially at work.
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The choice of chocolate chip cookie dough is a sign of an impatient nature. This is a person who wants things done now. A slight tendency to go off half-baked, but this is not usually a problem. This is a complex person who is not easy to fathom, even for close friends. It takes years to figure him out and usually, just when you think you have, he'll change.
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Hot fudge toppings are the choice of the truly sensual. Here is a person who will make a great lover and who appreciates the same in return. Ideal mates will be someone very giving and able to fill the "voids" with full understanding. This is a person who is willing to change for the right person and the right reasons.
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those who prefer their ice cream on the soft side try to avoid conflict whenever possible. They may even shy away from a fight unless it really affects them deeply. These are very sensitive people who are often very wise and full of empathy. It goes without saying that they are also thorough and deep in their understanding of other people and especially their work.
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I have invented the ice cream preference personality profile comprehensive index -- ICPPPCI.
It's a palindrome too! Cool.Okay, here's how it works. You tell me your favorite ice cream flavor. Then tell me what toppings you would use on it to make it just right. Then, describe how you would eat it (let it get soft or race through it while the ice cream is still frozen?). Tell me about the bowl if that's important to you.
I will take all this information and, through the application of the ICPPPCI, will tell you all about yourself.
He made it up. Beyond cool.
Seriously - fascinating stuff -
It has even materialized on the Writers Workshop thread now -
This is probably too convoluted , but that's me .
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I think it could work!
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Favoring Gelato (any flavor) is a sign of the truly discriminating personality. Hazelnut gelato serves to reinforce and expand this impression. You are finicky and sometimes even persnickity. But that's also a sign of how detail oriented you can be. You are not easily distracted and pursue your every goal with a single-minded determination.Still, you also have a strong religious impulse and are drawn to think on the mysteries of life. You might even go through phases of deep mysticism in your search for the real truth that underlies all of Creation.
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The specification of a "ganache" (a sweet creamy chocolate mixture used especially as a filling or frosting) is a sign of your more loving nature. Because you also said you like it as a topping, it is saying that you are attracted to strong individualists and, paradoxically, you want to change them for the better. An ideal spouse would be a tough call here because you definitely want the strong, willful type, but mainly because you think you'll have so much fun in taming them!!!
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The choice of a chilled dish indicates that you know exactly what you want in life and especially in your work environment. You enjoy work and often put in extra hours without complaint. But woe be it to the boss who causes you to be late on a project or doesn't let you do things the way you know they ought to be done!
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A preference for a particular place in which to eat ones ice cream shows a level of refinement and maturity that others often envy. Your choice of the sidewalk cafe in the small mountain town is a sign of your confidence in yourself. Your self-assured attitude comes out in surprising ways. In particular, you are thought of as the strong one among your friends, even though you probably don't view yourself that way. You are just who you are and that's that. But you aren't fooling anyone with that self-effacing stuff. Just take charge. Everyone expects it anyway.
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Well, we've kind of been over this ground a little already, but without just going back and copying it over, I'll say:
High quality chocolate is the flavor of choice for the truly sensual. This is a person who loves life and likes to get the most out of it. Some may think of you as vain or self-centered, but the reality is that you are just having more fun than they are.
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The no-toppings folks really don't like friends or (especially) lovers to play games. They want you to be yourself at all times and don't fake it. Often these folks are very comfortable all on their own so if you're trying to make friends you'd better have something to offer besides mere companionship.
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Those who eat their ice cream while it is still frozen like to take the world as it comes. They understand where they fit in the world, usually, and they just want to go forth and conquer. Or, at the very least, finish one project before beginning another. These are good logical thinkers who are also especially useful when others are panicking. But they don't like unplanned or unforeseen changes.
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Vanilla bean, plain is the flavor of choice, as we've seen before, of those who live a quiet and tasteful existence. They are exactly as you find them -- no airs. But they are known for their sense of classic style. They know that the old ways are often the best and they aren't ashamed to act accordingly.
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A small amount of chocolate sauce as a topping is indicative of a person who needs only a few close friends to be happy in life. The preference for homemade chocolate sauce adds another dimension to this, however. In this case, the person is somewhat judgemental of others and is very picky about who will ever have a shot at becoming a friend. This is not a "takes all kinds" type of person. She knows she isn't going to get along with you inside of 3 minutes and just would rather not waste everyone's time trying to make a fit that doesn't. This especially applies to potential love interests.
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Those who eat their ice cream very slowly, licking it from a spoon are generally quiet types. They watch the world and everyone in it. They are surveying their domain, actually. They savor every experience in life and get the most out of it. Usually have excellent memories for places and events and can describe details that most others miss. Likely to be the family historian or take on that type of role at work.
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Strawberry ice cream with real Strawberries is the flavor of old time romantics. This type of person might be surrounded by antiques. Friends think of this person as an 'old soul' and will often seek his/her counsel, especially in matters of relationships. Not given to wild expressions of lust, but rather will woo a mate through traditional courtships. But not any half-measures here. This is the real deal. With this person, it is all about the heart. The mind is important, but subject to the heart's impulses and desires.
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Rainbow sprinkles are the topping of choice for those who like to have fun with friends and lovers. The most important attribute someone can bring to a relationship is their sense of humor and a bit of whimsy. Bring a bit of sunshine whereever you go and this guy will just melt for you!The possible addition of fudge is aimed mainly at you potential love interests out there. This is a person who leads with his heart, remember, so what he's also looking for is a bit of coverage from you. The real depth of understanding that will let him really feel loved and wanted.
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Those who like cones and don't care which type are showing that they can be satisfied with any sort of honest work. They'll do a good job. And then they'll go home to be with family and friends, because that's what is really important. Expect this person to be the heart and soul of your organization though, because they will get to know everyone and find the value in them. And the work product of everyone will be enriched by it. Companies have actually folded after someone like this retires. It takes all the fun out of the place!
Let it melt partially, then mix it with a spoon so it becomes smooth. Eat the cookie dough chunks first, then the rest of the ice cream.
Yeah.
I'm next!
I don't think I can stand the tension!
Ice cream is my favorite food. Flavor: Bordeaux Cherry from Umpqua Dairy (Hey! My feet are Longfellows!)
Toppings: None
In: A perfectly round-bottomed bowl so I can get every last drop with my soup spoon
Method: Eaten slowly, one bite at a time and allowing all the ice cream to melt away from the luscious cherry halves before I bite into them.
Edited to add: This is one ice cream I cannot eat alone. I must have my best friend Elisabeth with me and it tastes best while watching anime.
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Vanilla with a caramel swirl IN the ice cream is a sign of a conservative attitude mixed with a very sweet nature. This is a person who holds to traditional values in most things, but has a complex streak to her. People aren't surprised by it because she is easy to know and she doesn't hide her complexities. It's there for all to see. But expect her to have a heart as big as all outdoors once you know her. Very generous with her time. To a fault.
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Plain whipped cream all by itself as a topping indicates a person who has strong views about the roles men and women should take in relationships. The ideal mate would hold similar views. Friendships are a wonderful thing to this person and she likes having many friends. But you must be value-added in her life. She's a busy person so friends are a luxury she allows herself. If the friendship becomes a strain, it is set aside -- there's too much else going on.
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Though not stated explicitly, the aversion to melted ice cream and not wanting to use caramel as a topping are important. These are signs of impatience with life. It is probably not work related, but rather some sort of frustration at meeting personal goals or timetables. This is a person who plans her life and doesn't like it when life doesn't go according to plan. Her choice of ice cream flavors suggests that she would handle the situation with outward grace, but inside, she's seething! Those close to her know about and help her through the roughest bits.
Favorite: Cookies n' Cream (or anything chocolate! My true favorite is World Class Chocolate from Baskin Robbins, but I don't know if that would work.)
Toppings: hot fudge and whipped cream (NO nuts)
I eat ice cream relatively slowly because I like to enjoy it. Also, I like it partially melted
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This is all about your TRUE favorite, so I'll go with the World Class Chocolate from Baskin Robbins. This is a premium chocolate flavor combining White Chocolate Mousse and Milk Chocolate Ice Creams. It's been around since 1984. Those who choose it as their favorites are thorough-going hedonists in the best possible sense. These are people who know how to party and can attract a crowd just by showing up. Many of these types end up in small circles of like-minded friends, however, as they become progressively disenchanted with the starched shirts they have to deal with. And they don't actually seek out all the attention. What's attractive about them is that they just love whatever they are doing and have more fun at it than any of the rest of us could imagine.
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Topping such a melange with Hot Fudge and whipped cream connotes are more traditional side. This is a person who is really geared up for the one true love in life. The ideal partner in life is just that-someone to share EVERYTHING and also bring more to the relationship. Deep down, this hedonist is really just waiting to be tamed by the right kind of person -- someone who fulfills all the sensual and mental needs and is into discovery. If you are that person, just remember that life with this one is a constant adventure so hold tight!
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The combination of slow ingestion and a preference for the partially melted is a sign that this person does not enjoy conflict. Strife is not fun. It is a distraction from the joys to be had in life. This is a person who likes to keep things easy and smooth. No rough edges.
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Tiramisu flavored gelato is a flavor that few can really pull off. This is an expansive personality. A gigantic lust for life. Also tending towards radicalism in some of her beliefs, but really just assertive of her own rights. A tigress when crossed, but a real lovable sort when just out with friends. Relationships can be a struggle for power with this one, so if you find yourself to be one who avoids conflict, you might become submissive around her dominant personality. She likes to be challenged because she NEVER loses.
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The choice of a sugar cone indicates, in this case, restless spirit. She is not one to be tied down to a single job or a single relationship. At least not yet. Maybe, she says to herself, when I'm older and HAVE to settle down -- but not now. But since she is ageless in her own personality, that settling down may never really happen. Destined to become a gypsy if she has her way.
Break off and eat pieces of waffle cone that have absorbed just the right amount of icecream goodness.
Yumm..
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White chocolate ice cream is the choice of those who are never quite what they seem. This is likely to be a quiet, unassuming type in most situations -- a watcher or even stand-offish in large groups. But get to know her and watch out! It's all surprises from the minute she opens her mouth. She has sincere depths and a keen intellect that people fall instantly in love with once they truly understand what a gem she is. Very understated in her choice of clothing and decor, but with a flair and accents that you don't even notice until you get up close and personal. If she ever gets into trouble it is shocking to the entire community because they think of her as so straight and narrow.
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Fresh frozen strawberries and toasted coconuts as toppings indicate a person who is in love with the idea of romance. She likes to be courted in the old fashioned ways, but likes the modern ways just fine too. She wants you to be gregarious enough to bring her out of her shell. And she doesn't mind if you are even significantly older, as long as you are smart and have a big heart. Looks do count though. It's all part of the package.
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When you eat in small spoonfuls, and the strawberries melt on your tongue, this says that you are interested in the PROCESS as much as the final result. Especially in love, you want the romance to last forever. So this isn't a scenario where you can be "won" and that's all it takes to get onto the next phase in life. You want him to win you every day and at every phase.
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Eating ice cream from a waffle cone cup and savoring the waffle cone cup only when it has absorbed the right amount of ice creamy goodness...wow! That's as specific as this ever gets. And what it means is that you don't look upon work as "work" but as an integrated part of your life. You love the work (and that's rare enough among romantics such as yourself), but you also have a strong bond to your working life. It defines you in ways that enrich the rest of your life. You see the social importance of everything you do and you are likely to switch jobs until you are satisfied that you are doing real good in the world.
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Butter pecan is the flavor of the truly complex personality. NO-body can put you in a box and they'd best not even try! You can be sweet and lovable when it suits you, but every so often the rebellious person has to break through, just to keep everyone on their toes. You are hard to fathom and thus have only a few friends you even consider friends, let alone close. You have lots and lots of compartments in your mind too. The world is divided into discrete boxes that you can open and close at will. You multitask extremely well and don't understand why others aren't built the same way.
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The lack of toppings in this case is more of a practical matter than anything else. It isn't that you don't want more friends or even a lover, it's just that you are moving too fast for them right now. Eventually, sure, maybe, but right now people should just get out of your way. And the friends you do have had better be straight up and honest with you. Even if you are too complex for them, they'd better keep it simple or you'll just walk away because they are taking up too much time and effort.
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The choice of a cone, in this case, indicates the desire to move on as quickly as possible. There is always something you are preparing for and you want to be ready, so you finish EVERYTHING in your current situation early so that nothing stands in your way when the time comes.
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What are you, three??? Just kidding, and I know you know that... How? Because this is all one package. The flavor, the gummi bears and eating it all at once. You are just a plain good natured and self-contained person who loves to have fun. You treat friends and lovers all the same at this point in your life. Everyone is part of the fun in life and you love them all for it. And you want it all, now! It is an impatience for everything good in life that drives you.
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I normally don't do much prognostication about what is coming up in people's lives, but this time I've just got to make an exception. And this is to say: Don't ever give up on those gummi bears as a topping!!! They are as much a reflection of yourself as the flavor you chose. It's all a package. And I'm afraid that some big hurt will get you to change. So remember this when you look down and stare into a bowl of some other flavor and no toppings are on it. Then go get that package of gummi bears and soon you'll see that it isn't you who have changed at all. And that's when you'll be able to see your way back to the fun loving person you will always be. And remember, you will always have loads of friends.
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Sheesh! Foreigners!!!
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The choice of whipped cream is, in this case, a sign of wanting friends and lovers to be your shield. You like being protected and nurtured, perhaps because you missed that while growing up. In the long run, however, you want more than that from a spouse. He should also be understanding and know when to let you support him. It goes both ways.
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Choosing a soft cone that becomes soggy over time is an indication that you like your work and home life to blend. More importantly, you like them to bend to you soft persuasion over time. You are willing to be patient and work your slow magic. You can make any situation over to be more to your liking if you have the time. People always like the way it turns out.
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The choice of chocolate chip cookie dough is a sign of an impatient nature. This is a person who wants things done now. A slight tendency to go off half-baked, but this is not usually a problem. This is a complex person who is not easy to fathom, even for close friends. It takes years to figure this one out and usually, just when you think you have, changes happen.
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mixing in crushed soft batch cookies (you didn't say which brand and it can make a difference) is a sign that you like similarly complex people in your life. You expect them to be more "together" than you are and you get upset when it turns out not to be the case. But still, it's all good. You share mutual interests with these people and probably form an isolated group away from the madding crowd. Strong bonding with your friends is crucial to you. It's for life as far as you are concerned.
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Those who like their ice cream soft are trying to avoid conflict. In this case, it does take on a tinge of "isolationism" with an "us versus them" mentality. You don't like things to get too unstructured in your life, but you don't like rigid rules either. A laissez faire attitude is what you seek most from the world.
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The choice of the largest bowl available is a sign that you not only like to work, but like to be in charge and still get your hands dirty. You are a natural leader and aren't afraid to step into that role whenever needed. But you want the rewards and recognition as well. You have a strong sense of your self-worth and expect others to recognize it.
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You have no permanent favorite but try every new premium flavor from Ben & Jerry's as soon as they come out. This tells me you are a seeker and that you try to find the good in every person you come in contact with. You view life as an exercise or a test as well and you believe that to pass the test you have to get beyond the superficial appearances and try to know everyone and everything. In some, this would be a distinct liability as it is such an impossible undertaking. But read on...
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The one scoop per serving indicates your internal sense of discipline. In some sense, it is saying that you are never going to get TOO involved with any one person -- that there is so much you have to give to so many. But on the other hand it is indicative of your overarching sense of what is proper and best for all. You aren't trying to be in charge, you just want to know what's going on and help out where you can.
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This is the real clincher -- the secret to your success where others fail -- baby spoonfuls. You can be so good at learning and knowing others because you know your own limitations and you work at the pace that you know you can maintain for the long haul. It is possible for a man to outrun a horse, in a long distance race. And that's you -- never missing an opportunity to learn a little more. Taking the time to do it right and get it right. You love your work and savor it. Even when there's nothing left to do for the day, you are thinking it over and planning for later.
Else, I'm on to page 3.
I am getting a good supply.
You are the master.
It's quite amazing what you can come up with about an ice cream flavor! Apart from the fact that I really don't interact with a lot of startched-shirts type people, you were pretty much right!
...Crazy...
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BTW, What is your favorite ice cream?
I am stunned.
Cultural barriers obviously do not stand in the way when making an ice cream personality profile .
I eat it out of the container, with a regular spoon. I eat one heaping spoonful at a time. The cherry halves go to the upper right side of my mouth, between teeth and inner cheek, while the dark chocolate 'planks' are diverted to the upper left side of the mouth. When all the yogurt from that bite is gone, the cherry is thawed enough to eat, so I pull it down with my tongue and enjoy the cherry flavor (and a little of the chocolate from the left side is melting down, oozily, to mix with the cherry.... Last, I'll use my tongue to clean out the mush of chocolate on the left side, savoring it just at the correct stage of meltiness.
I follow the same routine with each spoonful.
I had no idea my heart was in so much control. I better watch that thing. Keep it in it's place.
Thank you for being so dedicated.
But, if I'm going to put toppings on something, it'd have to be a banana split with a scoop of vanilla and a scoop of strawberry. Then I'd put on hot fudge, caramel, and chocolate with just a few dobs of whatever jam to soften the impact of the chocolate (for lack of a better way to explain it). I'm not really picky about the container, whatever, I suppose it'd be some sort of crystal or glass or that clear plastic stuff if I had to visualize it. I'd eat this fairly quickly too, but leave enough to mix with the leftover topping goo at the bottom otherwise they are too rich to finish.
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Okay, two for the price of one, eh? That says something about you already.
We've already covered butter pecan and sugar cones, so I'll let you find that above.But let's discuss that eating style. Very sexy! Very devil-may-care. It's the kind of thing that only a real go-getter would do. You like to see your plans come to fruition. And most of the time, they do. It's like watching dominoes fall, isn't it? At work, you are the person who they should always use to develop the plan. Nothing left to chance.
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Okay, your OTHER freebie...Wow!!!
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The use of toppings and a banana indicates someone who wants it all!!! And now! You don't care what it is, you want it. And this can actually cause you some trouble. But don't worry, people like this in you. And you are attractive to so many types of people, it is sometimes scary. You are one of those individuals who doesn't fit into any clique, but has good friends from all of them. You are the constant that holds the whole thing together!
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You aren't picky about the container... Yeah right! As long as it is see-through and high quality, you don't care. Uh huh. Hegemon material. And in the nicest sense of the word. You are the kind of person who isn't afraid of taking charge as long as you see the path ahead clearly. If there's any doubt, you prefer to wait and plan. But usually, there's no doubt as to what to do. This is especially true of your current work and social situations. It is possible that as you progress through life you will encounter more situations that you haven't mastered yet. Don't worry, your innate sense of when to plan and when to attack will hold you in good stead.
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Eating it all fast and not wanting the toppings left over are two facets of your extremely take-charge attitude. When you are in these moods, you are impatient and want to finish. But you also have a sense of your "team" and want everyone to get something out of it. You jealously guard the real glory for yourself, though. After all, you've earned it.
This is my favorite way to eat icecream:
Vanilla, and _lots_ of caramel. I like the caramel warm, and the best caramel I've had is at a place here called Leatherby's Icecream. You get it in a large sundae cup, where the warm caramel dribbles into the plate that holds the cup and they put a scoop in the the bottom of the sundae too, where you can spoon it up and have lovely warm caramel with every cold ice cream bite. It is fantastically good from frozen to melted up and mixed together like a shake.
If at home, I also drench my vanilla icecream in caramel, but I also add bananas and sometimes chocolate.
Still frozen, but if it melts a little as I eat, that's okay.
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The vanilla indicates you are an honest and straight forward person. Not given to putting on airs or playing "games" when the direct approach will work. You hold to traditional values and are somewhat conservative in your outlook.
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the choice of strawberry jam and real whipped cream indicates a longing for romance coupled with a sense of your own boundaries. This may seem paradoxical, but it really isn't. You have an ideal mate in mind -- and his #1 qualification is that he must be a real romantic. He's got to be someone who is a good fit for you physically, spiritually and mentally. And, bottom line, you see this person as a separate entity. There are roles the two of you will play and keep separate from each other. But above all, you want that romance to touch every part of your lives together.
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your pace of eating indicates that you can take the world as it comes, but that you are used to going your own way in life anyway. You are somewhat adaptable, but you expect the world to meet you halfway. Usually, this is exactly what happens. In any event, you have managed to live without too many dissapointments. Perhaps you've lowered your expectations?
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coffee w/ chocolate sprinkles
I like it in a bowl and I eat it fast if it's hot out and slow if it's cold.
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You are the classic dual personality. On the one hand, you are a traditionalist, but with some real complexities built in. You tend to hide your true feelings. You also have a highly compartmentalized mind and can keep many tasks going at once.The flip side of that is represented by your rebellious nature. You hide this side of yourself, but it is a definite aspect of you that surfaces from time to time
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The sprinkles represent your myriad friendships and even loves. You have the capacity for having many friendships. Although they aren't usually very deep and lasting -- only a few make it that far. And, in particular, you use your friends most when you are feeling the rebel come out.
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The use of a bowl indicates your strong work ethic. You are thorough and take the job seriously. You like to finish it completely and you like to finish with a sense of real accomplishment.
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Those who alter their speed of ingestion with the weather are extremely sensitive to the world around them. You are great at spotting other's needs and of helping them achieve their goals -- as long as they help you as well. There's an element of control here as well. If you find yourself adapting too much, you are likely to rebel.
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The choice of Peanut Butter Cup ice cream indicates a personality that is open to all sorts of challenges. You are an extremely complex individual and even think of your personal style as "something to confound the enemies."
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You don't seek out friends actively and are rarely attracted MENTALLY to members of the opposite sex. The friends and lovers (well, one lover is all you ever want) you do have become so integrated into your life that you no longer think of you and they as separate people. To you, a real friend or a spouse (especially) is a part of you once and for all.
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You like it best when things are just as they appear, but you are flexible enough to handle the inevitable changes you know will occur. Your enjoyment of life isn't based on having things your own way, but simply on being allowed to enjoy them. You are looked up to and known for having wisdom beyond your years.
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Wow!Okay, we already know that coffee ice cream is the choice of true rebels. The choice of a premium brand such as Starbucks shows that you have learned to control these urges and only use them when it will be to your advantage. Unlike earlier points in your life, you have learned to use rebellion to win positions for the greater good. A refined sense of justice and a cool head are your trademarks. But those who cross you do so at their own peril! You have so many finely honed methods of exacting your revenge!!! Coffee ice cream people are usually VERY intelligent. Those who use only the premium brands are also very discriminating. They do not suffer fools gladly.
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Your choices of toppings: hot caramel, butterscotch, and crushed Oreos. And I mean real Oreos, not those fake "chocolate sandwich cookies." speak volumes about your ideal friends and life mates. First off, in a spouse and your truly close friends you are looking for a truly close fit. All the little nooks & crannies of each other's lives are fair game and you want to know them all (and have them know yours. You take no chances with this, but make it a point to really dig. Becoming a true friend of yours takes real dedication and a commitment few are willing or able to deliver. As a consequence, you have very few close friends and you think of marriage as a one time adventure. The crushed Oreos represent the rest of the world's population and how you deal with it. These are people -- worth knowing and maybe even incorporating into your plans, but they are unlikely to be much more than friends and acquaintences. And you LOVE having lots of these. You, in fact, are very interested in people in general. You study them. And they are attracted to you because of your high intelligence AND that rebel nature you show off from time to time.
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The big bowl is your desire to do everything and experience everything this life has to offer. You have wide and varied interests (as shown by your toppings choices) and the big bowl is required to fit all those interests in. You are likely to be too busy for your own good, but you are a superior talent when it comes to planning ahead. Because of this, you almost never get behind in your work and, at any rate, always finish it regardless of the other things pulling you in a million different directions.
But I can't let a comment like that slip by; I've got a neurosis to uphold!
However, I think I like "Starbuck's" coffee ice cream out of a subconscious love of "Starbuck" the character from "Battlestar Galactica" (one of my first heartthrobs). Then again, he was a rebel and you said this points to my rebellious side so....
Anyway, thanks again!
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Those who eat Ben & Jerry's French Vanilla, sans toppings and right out of the carton are traditionalists who have a very practical side. They don't worry much about relationships and aren't really working on a full time commitment at this point. These people are into collecting experiences and you can tell them by the quality thinking they put into everything they do. These are not people who tend to float through life from one experience to another. No, No! They savor each one and bring their own particular viewpoint to it all. These are dedicated life-long learners who like to share the knowledge they've gained with others.People find them fascinating.
At work, they are the quintessential solo acts -- they prefer to do it all themselves. Not great at delegating, but they are still practical enough to learn that skill if they need it. But expect them to be hands-on managers!
This person in particular is very flexible, for his type. He isn't bothered by change and even relishes it.
He prefers to take the world in discrete chunks and to get the most out of each person or event. But he's still flexible enough to roll with it if the situations don't always work to his liking.
State of the ice cream: Savor the flavor so it becomes a little melted but not by much.
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Chocolate Silk and Cookie Dough as a mixture is indicative of a dual nature that combines a high intellect with a strong sense of self. This is a person who is always full of surprises. Very sensually oriented on the one hand -- a dreamer of dreams. A poet even. On the other hand, you will find a very cerebral person who is extremely difficult to pin down. Expect some mood swings here, but not destructive. These people have a somewhat low tolerance for failure and will beat themselves up needlessly over performance others would merely accept. This person is a paradox because, when she wants to, her organizational skills are superb. But the dreamer will always come to the fore and that's what puzzles so many around her. The surprising ability to change subjects and keep right on going.
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The choice of Caramel, whipped cream and Reeses pieces shows how the underlying personality affects the choices of friends and lovers. What is sought is true, life long companionship. What is reality, is a preference for variety. That conflict is solved by having a personality big enough to make it work. Attracted to other dreamers, but really looking for the one true love to be stable and very smart.
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A preference for the slightly melted is, as we've seen before, a sign that this person tries to avoid conflict. The rough edges of the world are scary and difficult to handle. You will find this person holding back from serious discussions and especially arguments. Known as a peacemaker among a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. This one has a tendency to go way overboard trying to "fight fair" and some might even say "wimp out." But a sweeter person, you will not find. A kind and gentle soul.
I think the thing I like best about this is that you took all my weird personality quirks and made them sound like good things.
I can't get over it; you need to write a book of these or something!!!!!!
How I eat it: Let it soften just enough that it's not rock-hard, then eat it as slowly as I can without letting it melt. I don't like it when it's all melty.
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I'll stick with your favorite first...but realize the undertones are indicated by your #2 choice...An affinity for Cherry Garcia ice cream indicates a timeless personality. This person would be at home in any era. Just plunk her down and set her loose. Oddly, in the present day and time she feels almost like a misfit. Or perhaps a gypsy -- wandering and going from place to place, person to person, job to job. The "Cherry Garcia" person is likely to be extremely well read, have very diverse tastes in clothing, music, and art, but with a somewhat romantic eye towards the past or the future.Mint ice cream with chocolate chip indicates a strong sense of personal hygiene and grooming coupled with a personality that enjoys the interplay of ideas. Look for a rather traditional yet high-end taste in clothing or decor, but with an undercurrent of pure whimsy thrown in. This person enjoys subtlety and is an excellent and interesting conversationalist, especially when excited by the topic or the people involved.
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In Kama's post, the ICPPPCI said "Those who eschew toppings are purists. They see the world as one way or another. Often, they become frustrated by the nuances and games-playing they see in the world around them. But if you need a steadfast, solid supporter, the topping-less are the way to go. No-toppings people hope for an orderly life with a high degree of predictability. Even if they can't actually achieve it now, that is their idea of bliss."Then we amplified this in Martha's post:
Those who forego toppings seek to keep things just the way they are. Perhaps looking for a little stability in life? This is also a sign of contentment in many ways. This person looks for relationships that are uncomplicated and sincere. She wants you to be yourself and see where that takes you. A supporter of your dreams, she might also be just as happy without you if your dreams aren't worth pursuing. So be useful.
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The use of mini-M&M's, when bored, is a sign of a lack of interest in long-term relationships -- for now, anyway. This is a person who has many friends and enjoys their individuality, but could be just as happy on her own. Serious affection or the choice of just one person is not on her mind at present. To this one, sometimes people are a bother -- she feels surrounded by needy friends who aren't quite up to her level.
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Liking the ice cream to soften a bit is a sign of someone who avoids conflicts. Coupled with a desire to eat it all before it melts, this is an indication that this person has a finely honed sense of justice and how the world should work. She is easily offended when things are not being done the right way and she will work hard to see that the problems are fixed. A tendency to take on too many of the "world's" problems and try to solve them. A true idealist.
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Coconut ice cream. No toppings. Eaten slowly. Consumed during special occasions.
Black Raspberry ice cream. No toppings. Eaten slowly. Consumed during special occasions.
French Vanilla. Loads of Hot Fudge. Eaten before the hot fudge has time to harden. Consumed at home.
A Heath sundae. That's coffee and vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, caramel syrup, bits of Heath bar and whipped cream. No cherry. Consumed when dining out at Friendly's or other places where it is to be had.
And since I'm at it... I agree with whoever said that nuts and ice cream should not be joined. Neither should marshmallows. I hate bits of fruit in ice cream. Chocolate, carmel, butterscotch, hot fudge and peanut butter are all acceptable toppings. Cherries, any fruit topping and most candies are not. Sprinkles are only allowable on soft serve.
Golly! I'm picky... And I don't even eat ice cream that much...
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First, let me start by saying I have asked the mods to ban you from the site. It's only a matter of time anyway, isn't it, Godric?
Just kidding, but you've already told us you are picky. You are. You have a personality you slip into for each situation. And you wear them all well. A human chameleon, but also a person who is able to adapt readily to changing situations.
This is a person who hangs his tux next to his blue jeans in the closet. Well, not really, this is a person who's closet is completely organized and the tux (and you can be sure that if he doesn't already have one, it is only because he likes to get the latest styles and so he might be "between tuxes" at the moment. He is hyper-organized even to the point of driving friends off (a little) with his obsessing over the smallest details.
But he has many friends with whom he shares a deep understanding. A meeting of like minds and sharp intellects. He is the uncontested leader, however, because of his polish and bearing.
When he enters a room, people actually do stop and stare, and try to hear what he has to say.
Sadly, no-one knows him in all his moods or phases. There's an element of pulling back here as well. An intensely private side that no-one shares...yet. And maybe that day will never come, but he hopes for one true partner. He just fears that his darkest moods would drive any sane person away.
And that brings us to the real kernel here. This is a person who cares deeply about others and would suffer the tortures of the damned rather than hurt another living soul. A very sensitive person who is, if anything, overly critical of himself and NOT others.
Bob, you really nailed it. That is me.
~Jane~
Wow!!! That was great. I've read it about a million times and showed it to a bunch of people. I hope you don't mind.
Um. What does "devil may care" mean? I've never heard the expression before and no one I've asked seems to know.
I guess my choice in icecream takes pieces of my personality and carries them to an extreem. Either that or icecream is an outlet. I'm not at all a "red", but the kernals were accurate and definitely fun to read. Thanks again.
devil-may-care = happy-go-lucky, but with a bit more "edge" to it. Like a person who does something for the sheer fun of it, but may not have thought through all the consequences. OR didn't worry about the consequences too much.
It is usually taken as a compliment because it means you aren't a worrier or someone who never tries new things.
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This is a person who hangs his tux next to his blue jeans in the closet. Well, not really, this is a person who's closet is completely organized and the tux (and you can be sure that if he doesn't already have one, it is only because he likes to get the latest styles and so he might be "between tuxes" at the moment. He is hyper-organized even to the point of driving friends off (a little) with his obsessing over the smallest details.
Actually, this is almost completely wrong. I dress anti-style purposefully. Also, I'm horribly disorganized (not that I don't want to be organized -- I'm just lazy).
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But he has many friends with whom he shares a deep understanding. A meeting of like minds and sharp intellects. He is the uncontested leader, however, because of his polish and bearing.
Very close, although I wouldn't necessarily say I'm very polished (although I can act that way to strangers occasionally).
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When he enters a room, people actually do stop and stare, and try to hear what he has to say.
Hehe... I wish...
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Sadly, no-one knows him in all his moods or phases. There's an element of pulling back here as well. An intensely private side that no-one shares...yet. And maybe that day will never come, but he hopes for one true partner. He just fears that his darkest moods would drive any sane person away.And that brings us to the real kernel here. This is a person who cares deeply about others and would suffer the tortures of the damned rather than hurt another living soul. A very sensitive person who is, if anything, overly critical of himself and NOT others.
This is pretty dead-on. Overall, I'm very impressed. You wouldn't really ask me to be banned would you Bob? I'm not that bad of a guy...
I might not sit near you at the ice cream parlor, but that's probably for your own benefit...
By the way...I predict "clothes for every occasion" in your future.
Watch out!!!
It's inevitable given your ice cream choices.
I love chocolate syrup over the top.
I eat half of it frozen, fresh out of the container. Then, I start to stir it like crazy until it is a milkshake in my bowl and I eat the rest of it that way.
On other days, I just build tunnels, mountains, and moats with my ice cream. Just plain chocolate ice cream, without the toppings, works best for that.
I'm gonna have to win that billion dollars from Pepsi...
Pecan praline, 3 large scoops. Caramel topping (the kind you have to heat slightly first, otherwise your spoon gets stuck) - allowed to puddle in the bottom of the bowl because it is so much fun to eat a big spoonful of the stuff at the end. Normal sized spoon.
One Heinekin to complement.
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Pecan Praline is the choice of the truely cerebral. These people are thinkers and also are generally thought of as "nice" people. They can be very complex and typically hide much of themselves from others. In fact, it takes years and years to really know this person. But the time is filled with interesting thoughts, if not so much flowing conversation.
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Using beer to complement an ice cream treat is the sign that you are searching for someone truly unconventional. You know your tastes run to the "trashy side" but you want that really to just be an "act". You like the "bad side" in your lovers as long as they can class it up a bit when necessary. Like when meeting the relatives...You are a bit stand-off-ish however, and may not be looking for a full blown love affair. More like a meeting of the minds and some good fun. Compatibility isn't a real issue for you because you can actually see the good in everyone and the fun you can have with them.
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Heating the ice cream first -- to soften it so the spoon can get through it -- is a sign of not enjoying conflict situations. In fact, this is one of your fears with intimate relationships...that they always seem to evolve into conflict if not open war. And you just naturally pull away from that. Liking that soupy last spoonful is a sign that you always finish what you start and, in fact, get a little bit upset with those who don't have that kind of staying power.
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Eating your ice cream from a heavy, Oversize, multi-colored, hand-painted ceramic soup mug shows that you truly love your work. It gives you great satisfaction and it is part of the definition of who you are. You have some real down-to-earth approaches to most tasks but are capable of some amazing flashes of insight. It comes from loving your subject matter so much that you can make those brilliant connections that would never occur to most people. You don't see this as anything special. As a result, you are probably underpaid and taken advantage of...and may not even care most of the time.
Wow.
I always thought that country song "I like my women a little on the trashy side" would have been great for a woman singing for men . . . hmmm.
You're right - they need to clean it up a bit before going home to mama. But that's a new wrinkle. I used to love the shock effect.
I'm blown away, Bob - even after reading it with the info you shared about these sorts of soothsayer activites on the writers workshop side firmly in mind.
Thank you.
Wow.
*Wanders off shaking head in amazement.*
What would you say to a story titled (what else?) Ice Cream?
Basically, it's the story of a guy who is "gifted" with this power to instantly tell what kind of ice cream a person would like as soon as they walk into his store. Sometimes he helps people by changing their initial selections to what he knows would be just perfect for their mood right then.
It's mostly harmless, until he falls in love with a young woman who orders exactly what he knows his dream mate would be.
Problem is, he's married. And of course, she's a Rocky Road fan...with whipped cream no less. We establish early on that his home life is hell. The woman is so bizarrely complicated and treats him poorly. But he understands her because he knows the flavor of ice cream she likes.
He's been trying all their married life to slowly changer her to a "better flavor."
But she finds him fantasizing about the perfect woman who walked into his store. She leaves him with nothing. Runs up all the credit cards. Bankrupts his little ice cream business.
But he gets the girl.
And starts changing her to enjoy Rocky Road...
What do you think???
Too "French" an ending?
(ps: I'm serious, should I write this story????)
Remind me what rocky road says about a person? And which of them likes rocky road? What's *his* favorite flavor? Maybe *because* he has this gift, he can't *have* his own favorite flavor... or something wrinkly like that? Hmm. (:
I’d read it!
Also, what makes you think the choice of a Weinhard's would be less stand-offish than a Heine? I think you need to find something left of Michelob Dark, if you get my drift...
Slvrdragon -- that just goes to show you how long I have gone without cookies of any sort. Atkin's-impaired am I.
For some reason the scenario reminds me of Pleasantville. *ponders*
It is also a tad Chocolat-y...the movie, not the book...in that the protagonist is able to tell everyone's favorites. I'd love to see that fleshed out Bob...I double dare ya!
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how long I have gone without cookies of any sort. Atkin's-impaired am I.
And, no, not Atkin's impaired... Keebler impaired.
Toppings: sprinkles are OK, but unless I'm in the mood for great quantities of sugar, no toppings.
Liquid Nitrogen cold, but since it doesn't have enough time to truly fully freeze, it's texture is a little melty.
Hobbes
and I'm crushed - a MICHELOB?!?!?! - even dark . . . I just don't know . . . Miller in a pinch? Go left, go left . . . it's a stretch . . .
Plz don't quit NOW, Mr Scopatz, sir!
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oh umm shouldn't this be kept on the first page.
Hey, Bob, are you still doing personality profiles? Here's me:
Chocolate mousse ice cream in a bowl, no toppings, soft enough that it melts in my mouth, but not so soft that it melts before I'm done eating it.
<-- predicts a best-seller
Fresh whipped cream (REAL, with a touch of vanilla), and a cherry
Consistancy? ultra-thick milkshake. I'm talking stick a spoon in it and it stands straight up, but you use a straw anyway. (:
As for what to serve it in, I love the old fountain-style tall glasses. Also, there should be more made than will fit into the glass, and I want the remainder in the steel tumbler they made it in on the side!
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Real strawberry ice cream, as we've seen before, is the flavor of true romantics. Your purist tendencies (only wanting it made with fresh strawberries, cream and sugar) indicate a rather strict interpretation of romance. It is the guy's responsibility to woo the woman. The woman's "job" is to keep the man coming back for more. The chase is everything!
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A preference for real whipped cream and a single cherry indicates a desire for a mate who compliments you in all ways, but yet has a certain something extra to offer. The ideal partner in life will be someone who can provide some finishing touches to your personality, but also has some existence above and beyond that which makes you better. You enjoy your independence and want someone who both reflects well on you and is attractive in their own right.
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The preference for extrememly thick "milk shakes" and the use of a straw indicates a very contrarian nature. You like to do things your own way. You always do a great job, but you resent any sort of intrusion or unwanted instruction.
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Your choice of a traditional fountain glass and the desire for extra on the side indicates a profound disatisfaction with rules. You can play the games required of you and adept at handling yourself in most social settings but you see beyond it all. To you, every situation is to be seen as an opportunity and you are there to extract as much from it as you can.
Vanilla, very good quality, preferably with flecks of vanilla bean in it.
Topping: Butterscotch sauce. Some real whipped cream is good, too, but can be optional (I don't like that fake whipped cream).
I eat it slowly, soft enough so it's smooth and creamy, but not melty. I usually eat this concoction in a bowl, but I happen to love sugar cones (the cookie type of cone - I can't stand the melt-in-your-mouth wafer cones).
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You profess not to have a favorite, but then you reveal your true self by selecting premium vanilla with flecks of vanilla bean. This is the flavor of those who are very sure of themselves and their place in the cosmos. You are exactly what you seem, but there is still some hidden depth to be discovered by those who become really close to you. You do not like games, but are especially hard on yourself regarding this. You live a fully examined life.
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Your topping preference for butterscotch indicates that your relationships are often deep and very spiritual. You bring something "different" to the table and most people recognize it right away. You feel most comfortable with people that you can really get to know, but you are gregarious enough that you make friends easily even with people you've just met. The choice of your closest friends and your spouse is a somewhat different matter. Sure, you look for a deep and all-consuming relationship, but you don't want to be surrounded with clones of yourself. You challenge those around you to be THEIR OWN best person.
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A preference for bowls or perhaps a sugar cone shows a dichotomy in your working life. You enjoy what you do, no doubt, but your true passion is somewhere else. You just haven't figured out how to make it pay the bills. Being who you are, you actually overcompensate in your regular job and go way overboard in taking on duties and caring deeply for it, partly out of guilt because you fear that because you'd rather be doing something else, you JUST MIGHT not do your best. SO you do your best and then some.
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You can't eat ice cream anymore????j/k
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French vanilla has been covered before, but briefly it is the flavor of those who are traditionalists in an old-world sort of way. You may feel a bit of a misfit in your home town, but your values and mannerisms would fit right in elsewhere. You don't put on pretenses, but many in your immediate surroundings take you for an elitist. You do have a healthy sense of your own intellectual superiority. And you like people who have a touch of class.
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Your toppings choices (hot fudge, rainbow sprinkles, peanuts, whipped cream and 2 cherries) indicate that you have many, many friends from a wide array of backgrounds. You keep your friends seperate -- like you fit into many "cliques" but they don't mutually mix very well. Though few of them are close, you do have room in your heart for a select core. Your ideal mate will have an outgoing nature and will be the one person who truly knows you.
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Your choice of partially melted ice cream indicates an aversion to conflict. You are the peacemaker in so many situations and people admire you for it.
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The choice of a tall sundae glass indicates that you enjoy a traditional work environment. You work best within a clearly defined structure and prefer a well-organized team to the chaos of a flat organizational structure where everyone is their own boss. You excel at organizing and planning although you probably think of yourself as somewhat disorganized. This is a trait that will get you over many an obstacle in life.
The second, probably more frequent dish is plain strawberry. I always get this if I'm getting a cone. I also buy this more frequently. Preferably a brand that has large genuine strawberry chunks in it. I eat the genuine strawberry chunks first if possible. The store brands that don't use real strawberries (100% artifical flavor) which I would only eat out of desparation generally have too much artifical flavor and taste waxy, with a faint aftertaste of the beet juice they use for coloring.
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Ah...you have given me two views of yourself, but they are essentially the same. Neither "you" is complete without the other.Okay, the first you is the sensible, traditionalist. In this mode, you display a very refined sense of style and decorum. This is the public you. And this "you" wants nothing more than a truly considerate mate who is willing to just smother you in style and comfort. Not that this is a "mercenary" type of love. No, you just enjoy being pampered, that's all.
The other "you" is the dyed-in-the-wool romantic. And you have definite ideas about what counts as romance. You are willing to give your all in a lifelong committment to true love.
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You have a tendency to lose yourself in relationships. So much so that if one ends, you have a hard time unraveling yourself from the "us" that is no more. You can't understand things like marital discord -- it's like fighting with yourself and you just can't figure it out. You sometimes wear your heart on your sleeve but remarkably you still don't hold back. People value this in you and look up to you for it.
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In your working life, you like to take charge and be sure that everything is finished just so. But you are sensitive enough to other's needs that you will often take a back seat and let others get the glory. Fortunately, few are fooled by this. They can tell when you've had your hand in a project because the end result is always top drawer. You are looked upon as a great builder of talent in any organization.
Here's a clincher -
what would a person with say MPD or a dissociative disorder of some type look like in these "readings"?
I was cleaning up the office on Friday and came across an old psych book . . . would each personality have a distinct flavor do you suppose or would there be no ability to choose . . .
(Don't worry - I'm not a therapist - I won't apply your answer to anyone! )
Hobbes
If ice cream preference is a product of the conscious mind, which I assert it is NOT, then I would expect that such a person might vascillate between favorites, all the while acknowledging only ONE favorite.
An inability to choose is not a sign of any deep seated personality disorder by any means. I think it is a sign of someone more in touch with their duality than most of us.
I mean, what is a complexly mixed "flavor" than just a few flavors inextricably tied...
As for the rest of you. Patient or not, you will (sadly) have to wait until I return from my trip to Minnesota. This is for two very important reasons:
1) Online time is very limited by the hotel's phone charges, and
2) It is so fricken' cold here that if I even try to think about ice cream, my brain freezes.
Minus 17 with the wind chill today.
Okay - granted, if there were one over-arching personality (is that the one they so charmingly labeled "inside out" MPD?) that keeps track of/communicates with all the rest . . . don't you think it would be in control enough to have a favorite whereas in the classic say "Eve" or "Sybil" case, there would be different favorites depending on the self in charge? But without any knowledge of the others - prior to a lot of treatment, of course. But then what would happen to the personality that finally got put back together into one - merged, right? I knew I should've paid more attention in this class . . .
Calisthenics will help you stay warm, by the by - lots of 'em. So will sitting on top of heaters.
<--*Isn't actually that impatient and hopes Bob has a good time*
Hobbes
You been reading my diary?
**Ela**
BUMP!
Any gorgeous strawberry-lovers out there, speak up! ^^
Hobbes
--Prolixshore
verrryyyy scary
Other than that you nailed the last two paragraphs pretty good. I wouldn't know about relationships ending because I've only had one bf though. I'm going to have him read it and see what he thinks!
AJ
58 profiles done. A VERY dedicated worker, Mr Scopatz is... but ... aren't you back from Minnesota YET?
sighhhh.
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So, am I the only one that thinks Bob is just analyzing our posts and making up the ice-cream part?
You're giving me way too much credit. I rarely pay attention to what anyone else posts here on Hatrack, let alone who it is that was saying it.
Anyway, I AM making it all up. I'm having to re-read what I said about flavors and toppings in the past so I remain somewhat consistent, but otherwise each profile is created de novo especially for the submitting person.
And they are all made up, off the cuff. They contain no real substance or link to reality whatsoever.
So...remember...don't rearrange you life based on what I say in this (or any other) thread.
On the other hand, if you were told that you have a sense of style and decorum, but you don't quite agree with that, you may want to consider that this profile could be capturing something in your future. Perhaps after you take those executive finishing courses you've been thinking about? Or learn to "dress for success?"
Flavor-Cookie Dough
Toppings-Gummy worms, cookie bits, fudge, fudge syrup, that hard-shell stuff, peanut butter, or a combination of everything above
State-Frozen at first, but allowed to melt over time
Bowl-My Penguin bowl
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I like double ice creams, served on a bowl so there is room for maneuver. Rose petals and cucumber are my favourites. The Rose ice cream with no topings, fresh and made with fragrant home grown non-altered or fumigated flowers. The cucumber ice cream I like topped with some powdered chilli and a bit of extra salt.
That's about it.
**Ela**
Hobbes
And I don't think I've told Bob what a spectacular job he's doing yet...so, um, yeah. What I just said, Bob.
I'm in Daytona at Bike Week. I'll get back to this stuff eventually. Not until middle of next week at the earliest, though. And then my brother is coming for a visit and he'll probably want to chat, go places, etc...
Hobbes
Hate to BUMP into one of those on a dark night!
Flavor: mint chocolate chip.
Toppings: none, or hot fudge
Method of eating: eat it slowly enough to savor it and let it get a little soft, but not long enough to let it melt.
Bowl: waffle cone. (If it has to be an actual bowl, I just want it clean and not warm).
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Those who avoid ice cream altogether are prone to look for external causes and sources. In effect, these are highly changeable personalities who actually mirror the people and events in their immediate surroundings. You might find this person gradually learning to laugh like you, talk like you, walk like you and even trying to take over your life (in extreme cases, of course). This type of person is, on the plus side, VERY sensitive to other's feelings and can read the subtlest of cues from those they are close to. Often very giving, very forgiving and eager to please. Willing to go along with just about anything and always up for new experiences. These people have remarkable memories for personal details and will often serve as the "memory bank" among their friends.
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Those who like (almost) every topping and mix them all together are the social gadflies among us. They get along with everyone and can usually find something of value in every person. They don't necessarily settle well with just one person, but if they do settle down, it is often either a temporary arrangement or some sort of accommodation is required in the relationship to feed their constant need for novel experiences and new people. These people are very intense and a lot of fun to be around because they have a huge circle of different types of people with whom they build remarkably close ties.
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Usually, the decision to forego cherries as a topping would indicate a person who is not looking for a single strong person to enter their life. In this case, there is an extreme -- almost a fear of that strong individual who might hamper an otherwise full and exciting existence. It's as if this type of person subconsciously knows that if they found their one true soul mate, they might actually disappear into that person's life, losing their own "self" in the bargain. There's another aspect of this. There is a chance that the right person will come along and then, watch out! It's possible this has already happened once and the experience was unsettling -- hard to tell without more details -- but I get the sense that there's a "once-bitten-twice-shy element indicated by the choice to avoid cherries.
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Gingerbread ice cream is the flavor of choice for those who lead a rich fantasy life. These are people who love a good story, especially if the theme is "good versus evil" at some fundamental level. And this is how they see the world too. They are decidedly on the "good" side. You will find that that they have a strong sense of right and wrong, and are among those who are sought out for advice and counsel among their group of friends. Many tell them that they would make a great lawyer, but in reality these people make better judges than lawyers. They are highly ethical and treat everyone fairly. Don't expect to be coddled, though. They are usually big proponents of common sense and don't give much credit to those who lack it.
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Cool Whip® topping, used sparingly, is a sign of some past problems in the relationship realm. This person has learned a certain amount of distrust and will put up barriers to deep commitment because of the "artificial" nature of many people. Perhaps there's been a bad example in growing up, or maybe a bad relationship in the past. But, still, the right person has a chance. To win this person's heart, you have to go easy, be practical and self-assured, and be willing to wait. Give it time and you'll see how amazing a life can be when you have a truly wise person as a partner!
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The melty-but-not-mush preference indicates a desire to avoid conflict, as we've seen before. This person is likely to intellectualize this, however, and avoid conflict mainly because there's only one right way to do things anyway, so what's the use of argument or discord? A very easy person to work with because there's always clarity and direction when assignments are handed out. But, as a supervisor, there's a tendency to micro-manage and not trust others to do it "just right." This tendency can be overcome with effort and this person also knows the practical side of the need to delegate and to let other people learn through experience.
quote:The short answer is that YES, it does change the profile a great deal. And the long answer is that it actually reinforces the profile to be more extreme in the direction that you would normally achieve with a mere "preference."
I have a question though. What if the only type of ice cream you can actually keep down is the very dark chocolate type? Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie is one of the few that I can actually eat. (There is a store brand that I can eat, but those are pretty much the only two.) I've heard it has something to do with the chocolate, but all other types come right back up...still cold by the way!
So, I guess the question is, does that change the personality profile at all?
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Those who eat exclusively Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie are deeply sensual and loving. They have a somewhat complex personality in that they are willing to explore new sensations and thus have an adventurous side that might be shocking to the uninitiated. But those who know them know that this person is dedicated to providing pleasurable experiences to everyone. A very generous spirit, this person will often overwhelm friends with gifts of time, compassion, and just plain fun. There appears to be no limit to her generosity...
Unless crossed! That's the other side of the passion. This person is slow to anger. A friend might get away with maltreatment for YEARS before the explosion comes. But when it does, there's scorched earth and bomb craters when all is said and done. Fortunately, this is not a frequent event. It may only happen once or twice in a lifetime. Just don't be the cause of it, and all will be fine!
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liking the ice cream still cold is a sign of a desire to take things as they come. This is not a person who needs the world to change for her (although it would be nice sometimes). But no matter -- what will be, will be. As long as everyone is having fun and being cared for, there's no problem with a few rough edges.
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Pumpkin ice cream is the flavor of the down-to-earth "old souls" among us. These are people who just seem timeless in their approach. It is not surprising to find this type of person practicing crafts that require years of patient study to master and are, in themselves, timeless. Not necessarily a techno-phobe though, either. In fact, this is more a person who is at home in most situations because of the good solid grounding they possess.
There's a bit of a wild side, though. Many are surprised when they find this person having "weird" adventures or even living a life filled with trouble or strife, especially monetary. Those things are usually just temporary and the one basic truth is that this person will always find a stable base, eventually. Everything takes time though. And that's something this type of person usually learns early in life -- patience brings its own rewards.
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Dulce de Leche (or sweetened condensed milk -- Spanish style) is a topping that indicates this person wants one true love in life. If you are that person, you will fill every nook and cranny in this one's being. Life together will be richer by far than any possible life apart. There's an element of neediness here, but a strong personality should be able to handle it without it becoming a problem. You have to be willing to become the most important person in someone else's life to make this relationship work. And that means that this person's soulmate simply MUST be kind and self-assured.
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Eating the ice cream very soft is a sign of a fear of being challenged or of conflict. It's perhaps surprising in this case because of the choice of flavors, but there's always a bit of insecurity that comes from knowing oneself so completely and knowing how deeply one gives oneself to others. That's the real issue -- the risk of being hurt badly in relationships. But, on the plus side, this is a person who will savor every moment of a building relationship. It will be slow and deep, no matter how far the thing goes in the long run. There's very little desire for superficiality here.
And that carries over into working relationships. And make no mistake, to this person, coworkers are family too. This is a person who does EVERYTHING based on relationships. A loyal employee, friend or lover!
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Difficult question, I think for me, the answer is probably Pralines and Cream since it is the one I most frequenly order at Ice Cream shops (I'm also a fan of Green Tea, and Peach and Mango flavored ice cream), although if Ice Cream is accompanying something (fruit, a milk shake etc) it always has to be vanilla. I like to eat it in a cone, or in a cup or bowl, doesn't really matter which (although I like cone's best when they're those glorious smelling, waffle like looking old school kinds), And I never, ever, bite ice cream, it's always handled exclusively through the tongue, no teeth involved. Oh and I don't like toppings much either, I never use them (particularly nuts, I loathe nuts, but I deal with Pralines and Cream because I've been eating that since I was little before I'd made any concrete ruling on whether or not nuts were acceptable).
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Pralines and cream is the flavor of choice for those who are full of mischief. You might find this person making outrageous practical jokes, or, in more severe cases, becoming a con artist. But only for the fun of it. Typically, these people are into magic tricks and are called upon in many social settings because they are so clever and entertaining.
In relationships, this personality type is full of fun and, if you are part of their inner-circle, can make life truly exciting. A great lover of props. This person may find the need for a closetful of disguises or costumes. Or, this could manifest itself in a love of dressing contrary to expectations. It all depends on resources.
Not a lover of authority in any manifestation. But usually forgiven for all the "attitude" because of sheer brilliance and how well liked they are by others. This is a person known for getting away with things that would land others in hot water.
A very complex person who is unpredictable. Close friends and family don't even bother trying to predict anymore.
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We've seen before how those who eschew toppings are really not looking for a soul mate. They are complete persons unto themselves and often think of themselves as loners -- even if in truth they have lots of friends. Its a question of who they'll let come close.
To win this person's affection, you really have to not play ANY games. Even if this person strikes you as completely dedicated to fun and mischief, they aren't looking for that in others. Play it straight and you'll get through.
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The love of the old-fashioned style cone -- and especially noting the scent of it -- is an indication of a desire to return to some of the happiness of early childhood. There may be an element of delayed maturation here, but just as likely it could just be a desire to have as much fun as possible for as long as possible. To put off the responsibilities of adulthood until later...
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The professed ability to eat ice cream from ANY container is a sign that this person really enjoys productive work, in any shape. This is the type of person who might simply fall into a wonderful career because it came along at the right time. The flip side of that, of course, is that the personality may not be ready to choose a path for itself, so it may default into whatever comes along. But that's okay. This person will succeed and have fun.
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The tongue-only approach to ice cream is another indication of the way this person deals with life. It is always at the surface. While there's a lot to savor there, there's an element of fearing to go deeper or perhaps of becoming too committed (biting off more than one is ready for). This may change once a more definite path in life is found, or if that soulmate can really "get inside."
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Glad you've come back to this thread, Bob. I'm waiting (impatiently) for you to get to us lurkers and other unimportant people on the bottom of the list...
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Cookie dough ice cream is preferred by those who are complex for complexity's sake. Really, they love it. Anything less than a complex life would be boring.
You might actually find this type of person making things harder for themselves than absolutely necessary. They love a challenge.
The only downside to this is a tendency to go off half-baked. The "cookie dough" person is wont to rush in where angels fear to tread. Usually, they come out just fine, much to the amazement of those who watch it all happening.
On the rare occassions where they fail, however, they take it all in stride. It's all a puzzle and failure is never final for them. The lessons are stored up and used in the future. Don't be surprised to see them try, try again.
Very adaptable and willing to try another person's approach -- they may legitimately take credit for the solution because they recognized its worth when no-one else did. But they don't really do it for the credit and are often surprised when people harbor resentment. It's all about the end result for them.
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The eating style described is the sole exception to the "eat it melted = avoiding conflict" rule we've seen so often before. This person actually seeks out the tough stuff first -- examining the problem every which way. To them, the rest of the stuff is just supporting material to be gotten to later. Give them the problem and set them loose!
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We don't have much detail on relationships here, but it is probably safe to say that this person doesn't mind being with "high maintenance" people. In fact, if the relationship requires work and is somewhat unsettling, they'll be drawn to it like a moth to a flame. And sometimes they do get burned. But always the fighter, this person is seldom at a loss for something new to take away from even the most bitter experience.
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Umpqua Dairy is the largest independent dairy in Southern Oregon. In our modern plant, we manufacture a complete line of ice cream and dairy products as well as orange juice. Wholesale distribution of frozen foods and other refrigerated items completes the list of products available to grocery stores, restaurants, hospitals and schools.
Umpqua Dairy receives fresh milk daily from area farms, and our state-of-the-art technology ensures that no more than 24 hours pass between milking and processing. This, combined with our stringent on-site laboratory testing and extensive fleet of delivery trucks, is why we are able to offer a 100 percent satisfaction-guarantee on all of our dairy products.
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Bordeaux Cherry from Umpqua Dairy is the flavor of choice for those who have many varied loves in life. And that doesn't just mean people, but things, activities, everything. This is a person who loves life. And, these are great people for sharing too.
This particular choice of flavors -- a premium flavor from a limited production house -- indicates a mastery of self rarely seen. This person is as close to self-actualized as one can get at such an early age.
And make no mistake, this person is still young, but already has a handle on what it means to be themself.
It's eerie, and the confidence sometimes just "leaks out" right now, because there's a lack of practice. But as this person ages...watch out!!!
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The method of eating and the choice of bowl & spoon and even eating with a friend while enjoying a favorite activity are all part of the same general thing above. What would you expect from someone so in tune with their own self?
The savoring of every last drop is just the innate love of life coming through. And those cherry halves are the avatars of all that life has to offer.
My Hatrack friends...I feel like I'm gushing here, but I have to say that this is such a rare personality that we should all enjoy it while we can.
This person is going to do great things, make no mistake. You heard it here first!
And whether that means fame and fortune or just being the most amazing parent or spouse in the world, it will not matter one whit to this person.
It isn't about that. It is about life. All of life...
Given time and a bit of luck, this is the kind of person who will make more of those opportunities than most anyone you can think of!!!
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You may be surprised to learn that the traits for frozen yogurt lovers are subtly different than for those who enjoy the same flavor in it's ice cream variety.
For example, the information for Cherry Garcia ice cream is:
An affinity for Cherry Garcia ice cream indicates a timeless personality. This person would be at home in any era. Just plunk her down and set her loose. Oddly, in the present day and time she feels almost like a misfit. Or perhaps a gypsy -- wandering and going from place to place, person to person, job to job. The "Cherry Garcia" person is likely to be extremely well read, have very diverse tastes in clothing, music, and art, but with a somewhat romantic eye towards the past or the future.
For Yogurt-based Cherry Garcia, the situation is somewhat different. To whit:
This person is somewhat of an iconoclast. The "timeless" personality is there, but it is of an eccentric nature. This person is likely to not care about being a misfit in the present day and circumstances, but more to relish her unique ability to shock and dismay others by simply being herself.
There's an aura of disrepute that is definitely not true, though. This type of person is not immoral or somehow dangerous. She is just different enough, however, to earn the distrust of others.
Until they know her. Then she is the oddball friend that people like to bring to parties. Sort of to show off how broad-minded they are. In reality, this happens because people who know her realize that they are in good and caring hands and it's just that nobody realizes it.
More on this later in the profile.
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The eating style is so revealing. In fact, the preference for a flavor like Cherry Garcia -- with its three main parts -- is almost dictated by the eating style, rather than vice versa.
What does this mean? Let us see:
First the yogurt is melted. A good sign. This indicates that this is a person who likes to get the important tasks done first. A highly organized personality in many ways. Although outwardly, it may not show. In fact, this person may seem "flighty" or "irresponsible" to some people. Nothing could be further from the truth.
She may not be able to articulate the reasons for her choices in every instance, but she is nothing if not consistent in her choices and her behavior.
We're dealing with a deeply subconscious thing here.
In fact, while it may not be true in this case, there is a hint of obsessiveness in the whole eating style. The plus side is that this person has learned how to make that obssessive nature WORK for her.
Next come the cherries. Why? Because it's time. They are ready.
Finally the chocolate. A deferred gratification that makes it all the more sweet.
What's going on here?
Well, I'll tell you:
There are three phases or parts to this person's life. I can't judge from the information provided which of the three phases she is in right now. And whether or not there's fluidity between the phases (maybe they are three roles that swap in and out of the ascendant position? But probably it's a phased approach to life.
There's the early part, the middle part and the end game.
And that is how you make sense of the confusion implied by the flavor choice as mentioned above. What you are seeing is a person who is able to live now for the future -- the end.
And she is always working toward that end. Whether consciously or subconsciously, this is a person who is working toward what she knows will be her end state -- the final ascendant "her."
Knowing that, it all makes sense. The timelessness, but rather eccentric nature. The vague unease that people feel when in her presence. (and make no mistake it IS a "presence" much as she might try to be subdued). The idiosyncratic consistency. It's all there because she is acting today for the future and that's always a game where there's a mismatch of action to triggering events, no?
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To this person, eating the yogurt out of the carton is a definite choice. It is saying to the world that she is ready to take whatever, whenever. It is all part of the "plan" and it'll all work out. She is an amazing co-worker because of her ability to accept 180 degree turns in a project as if they were expected.
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Finally, this person has incredible patience. It is a manifestation of her working toward a "plan." What that plan is, she may not be able to say. But this is a person who, when she looks back on her life, will be able to see very clearly the steps that got her right to where she is, and she will know intuitively that it is right where she is supposed to be.
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Vanilla is the flavor of choice for those who have a purist's approach to the world. They don't like games and don't play games themselves -- especially not with other's affections. These are the "classic" personalities among us. They are usually strong-willed and usually accomplish what they set out to do. There's an element of blandness here, but that doesn't bother this type of person. They don't go in for all the flashy stuff and they aren't as impressed by it as they might "let on" just to humor others.
They like to get along with just about everyone. Usually form part of the basic core to any group in which they belong. Always have a lot of staying power -- very loyal.
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Warm caramel is a choice of toppings that indicates the search for a single true love. That person must be sweet natured, kind and just as uncomplicated as she is. You are expected, however, to be the basis of everything. Her rock...
The addition of other topings "when at home" indicates what that one true love will get once this person is comfortable with you. It's an amazing panoply of varied interests. She will surprise you with variety. It is also an indication of room for a family. And the expectation that the "kids" will be their own people -- adding their own unique facets to life. She welcomes this. It is important to her.
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The sundae glass on a plate (to catch the drippings) is a sign of a person who plans ahead and always makes sure there are multiple backups in place. Not one to go off half-loaded. This person will spend the extra time and effort to set the stage for success and then make sure that everything goes well.
Detractors consider her a bit of a show-off, in the sense that she packages the work she does in a very high-end manner. But really, it isn't to gain extra praise that she does that. It's that the job isn't done right unless it feels and looks good too. The secret to the success is that her work on the inside lives up to the surface good looks of the final product.
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Wow! we almost missed this one, it was so short. Okay, Vanilla is the classicist -- a touch of old-world charm. Hates playing games. What you see is what you get.
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Microwaved!!!for a few seconds then a chopped banana is mixed in. Well, the banana, being mixed in rather than used in the "split" formation, indicates a tendency to have multiple love interests -- not necessarily all at once. More like, this person is not interested in being tied down to one steady person just yet.
The microwaving is a sign of desire to remake the world to her liking. It is a powerful urge to change things that makes her, in a way, not ready to commit to a single person. "If I have to change him..." (you fill in the rest).
This is a temporary state. In fact, it might change at any time. Why? Because all it would take is for her to find the right person -- the one that she doesn't want to change. (He may even need changing -- that's not the point. It's that she doesn't want to! Isn't compelled to...)
This will be (or may have already been...) the signal of a broad change in this person's life. A relaxation, if you follow me, from the need to change the world and gain a perspective of acceptance. No telling when this might happen. It may have happened already.
When it does, look for this person to change her toppings, if not the whole favorite flavor!!!
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Butter pecan is the choice of the highly intelligent. These "cerebral" types will think and think and then think some more. They make excellent philosophers or architects because they understand relationships among concepts and uses.
This person also switches to chocolate for use in "playing" with ice cream. This is a choice for structural reasons, rather than reasons of taste. But this is still a valid reflection on the personality. A dual personality type, by the way.
As the need arises, the cerebral nature of the person gives way to the sensual. This shift is a pragmatic one, however. It is thought out and planned by the cerebral side. What is it for? Why to woo and keep a mate. Something that matters because the thing this person values more than the ability to think is the ability to share thoughts with the right person!
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The 50:50 way of eating the ice cream reinforces the notion of a dualism. The headstrong practical thinking side attacks the ice cream in the carton and takes it just as it is. This is the information gatherer. The person for whom truth is sacred and must be sought in its native form.
Then there is time for play and exploration. This is the sensual side taking over. It's a learning mode too, but a different one from the more scientific/engineering oriented one that precedes it into the depths of the carton. In this mode, the person is displaying a somewhat impatient nature. The goal is to break things down to their atomic level and see what makes them tick. It's this way with relationships too. At first, it's all very much about the mind. But then, later, when things get really serious, the goal is to know EVERYTHING about that other person, in as much detail as possible.
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Tunnels, mountains and moats, Oh MY! This is the explorer coming through. A sign to everyone. This person will get you to stretch your capabilities to their utmost. A great leader!
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Those who prefer homemade vanilla ice cream are usually traditionalists at heart. These people are usually very patriotic and like to keep things simple. Prone to see the world in absolute terms, they have a very strong moral code and stick to it religiously. But see below!
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Making ice cream with liquid nitrogen is a sign of a wild and experimental nature. This is a person who will try ANYTHING once and will usually enjoy the experience even if the results are less than optimal. This is a risk-taker who will often be the first to adopt a new technique or new technology. A real front-line person. Often given to wild fantasies involving fame and fortune, sometimes these people actually achieve it and change the world. This one bears watching. Close, constant monitoring...
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The choice of no toppings (usually) or sprinkles (less frequently) indicates some ambivalence about relationships. This is a person who can take or leave it in terms of romance -- it's just not a priority right now. The friendships that are formed are very compartmentalized and discrete. Not a lot of boisterousness or overriding passion here. Just a healthy desire to find people who can add a little something. Maybe a little jaded -- as in this person doesn't really expect much from others and so is seldom disappointed by friends or lovers.
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The choice of freezing cold ice cream chilled via the application of liquid nitrogen indicates a tendency to learn the hard way. This is a person who generally prefers NOT to learn through word of mouth, but rather through personal experience.
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For those who aren't familiar with it, Tillamook Cheese is a farmer-owned cooperative which produces various premium grades of ice cream. Brown Cow is one of their "high end" products. It consists of white chocolate ice cream and rich, sweet; brown chocolate ice cream swirled together with chocolate flakes. This is the flavor of choice of the person who has two well-defined and separable "lives." There's the traditionalist who knows how to play the game and play it well. During the day, perhaps, this is the respectable, highly successful person. Dresses for success. Then, the other personality comes through in the free time! And that is a wild, fun loving person who really knows how to have a good time. Running through this is the "glue" of romanticism that binds it all together into a cohesive whole. You will find this person making you the center of attention (the romance angle) but also being in the limelight right along with you. It's almost as if this person was born to wealth and position. Weilds power fairly but with a real flair. Considered by some to be "unreliable," the truth is that this is a person who will always find a way to make quality the top consideration.
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The "dash" of chocolate syrup indicates a desire for a truly romantic mate. There is an expectation that you will conform to the strong personality of this person, but that's okay. You'll get all the attention you need as this person's friend or love interest. Just be prepared to not have your way all the time.
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The choice of a medium-sized glass bowl indicates a desire for manageable projects. Perhaps this person would be best for running a small company. The best management approach is openness -- everything should be done in a highly visible manner and where everyone will know who did what work.
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The "hint of meltedness" indicates a desire to have the world conform -- even just a little bit, to personal goals. A sure-footed person who knows what he wants and how to get it, this person is willing to wait if that will make things work more to his liking.
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Chocolate mousse ice cream is the choice of the uber-romantic. This is a person who goes beyond romance into chivalry -- and the model is knighthood, gallantry, and esprit de corps. Most people can sense a person of true quality here at first glance. Someone who was raise well and knows what he is about. What amazes most people is that that first impression is so accurate. This is a person who is through and through the "real deal."
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We've seen the "no toppings" thing several times before in these pages. I'd just like to add that in this case it is not indicative of a desire to be alone in any way. Rather, this is the sign of someone who expects to be alone because he fears that no-one could live up to the impossible standards he sets for himself. When (if he hasn't already) he finds that person, it will create an instant, lifelong bond. Unbreakable and pure.
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The use of a bowl indicates (as we've seen before) a desire to get the most out of life. There's an expectation here that one must really work to get the last full measure and this is a person willing to go after that goal. In the workplace, this person is likely to be known as a perfectionist. Perhaps even a pain to work with because of his high standards. But this is also a plus because everyone benefits from having that kind of dedication on the team. Makes an excellent teacher and trainer because he cares so much about others achieve the highest levels and succeeding themselves.
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The desire to have somewhat melted ice cream but to have the ice cream completed before it completely melts just reinforces the notion that this person sees the "right way" to do things. There are rules and boundaries and this person understands them and makes them work for him. A bit of a tendency to shun confrontation, but this is more out of the warrior ethic than from any fear or balking nature. Those who press to hard are likely to find they've met a solid rock wall.
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Green tea ice cream is the flavor of choice for those who tend toward cultural interests, especially anthropology and the arts and culture of foreign lands. These people love travel and are usually very adventurous.
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There's some detail lacking here, but the profile for green tea ice cream lovers has many strong correlates in other realms of behavior and personality. Usually, these people have only one or at most two scoops at a time. They typically use a small bowl and tend to savor each spoonful, letting it melt lovingly over their tongue. Toppings are just not allowed.
The profile would indicate (in such cases) that the person is really interested in the processes of work and of finding better (smarter) ways of doing things. The ability to shut out distractions is a trait that others admire. Distractions such as friends or lovers are especially dealt with discretely -- not a lot of fanfare. Seriousness is a desired trait in the one true love. No games, please!
One last note -- there's a hint of melancholy that goes with this profile. It is infrequent and not too deep or long-lasting. It is more like the savoring of a bittersweet fugue state. Often, these episodes presage a massive burst of creative energy.
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Chocolate ice cream in a glass of milk, but NOT turned into a shake is the sign of a personality that is in transition. This is a person who is feeling as if a plateau has been reached, but, in reality, this is just a temporary state.
This happens repeatedly to this person. Life is a series of new advances and long or short periods of stabilization. It baffles friends who sometimes are left behind when the next big "advance" takes place.
But there's an element of romance here. Of waiting to meld with just the right person. To become one, someday, over time. It is almost like this person is constantly in a state of suspense, hoping for the right external force to come along and make everything work out.
If anything, this person has a slight tendency to NOT be in charge of life. It might be worth working on that a bit, rather than waiting for life to simply "happen."
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Well, the cookie dough flavor we've seen before. It's the flavor of choice for truly complicated and somewhat unpredictable people. With a tendency to go off half-baked, these folks are often at the center of a maelstrom of competing interests and enthusiams. They make for extremely fun companions and friends because they have so many varied interests. A bit on the manic side at times, but that's not something to be concerned about as it is actually part of the charm and attracts people to you.
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That list of toppings indicates an interest in every type of human. This is a person who delves into any person's life with reckless abandon. It's why there's such a huge cirle of friends and admirers. The strongest preference is for old-world romantic types, especially to fill the role of "soul mate" but all people are welcome. A truly empathic person, I would expect to see animals approach this person instinctively.
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The special bowl -- a penguin bowl -- indicates a desire to run things in the work environment. Not necessarily be "in charge" but if not that, then to at least have a clearly defined set of tasks that belong to no-one else. Work itself is fun, especially because there are lots of people to interact with. Brings a sense of whimsy into the workplace. It seems strange to coworkers and supervisors, but the results don't lie, so it is tolerated.
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starting out frozen but melting over time is the sign of a realist. This is a person who is not going to change the pace of life just get something slapped together. Emergencies are not to be turned into crises. Rather, the situations are dealt with as they are and as they evolve. This is a highly adaptable person who can make things work most of the time just by taking situations as they are and working smart.
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Wow! We had to really dig for this one. This person is in the 99.99999th percentile. A person who lives an extremely unconventional life. Does not expect to be understood or admired. Just left in peace to enjoy what she has built with her own hard work.
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The choice of rose petal ice cream indicates a very giving nature. This is someone who has been touched by loss and is sometimes lonely, but rarely depressed. Just savoring life's rich bounty. The strength of this person is in making something from (almost) nothing. There's a sense of more than just "making do" but also "making better" from what is there. Life is always full of possibilities and there is no fear of pursuing them.
The cucumber ice cream topped with powdered chili and extra salt indicates a strong sense of family. This is a person who sees deeply into other's souls and usually finds them worthy and beautiful. The big hope is for everyone to just work well together. The focus is always on improving life. Expect to see a small circle of close friends (more like family than just "friends") and an attitude of sharing everything.
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The choice of a bowl "for room to maneuver" indicates a person who likes some flexibility in work. There should be varied duties and lots of room for growth to keep this person interested and engaged.
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The choice of Edy's girl-scout cookie flavored (is it made with real girl scouts?) ice cream shows a fondness for organization. This is a person who enjoys knowing that there is a structure to things and where he/she fits in the grand scheme of things. There's an element of rebellion against authority, but it is within very tightly controlled boundaries. More on this later...
The Edy's flavor actually is described as:
"Girl Scouts Somoas Cookie Ice Cream - pieces of Samoas (Carmel deLites) with creamy caramel ice cream and ribbons of fudge."
Now, we know from previous profiles that those who like caramel ice cream have very sweet dispositions. Including within that the more complex ideas of romance and a sort of solidity -- one wouldn't have to stretch too far to call it a "moral compass" makes this person out to be very mature and having strong convictions.
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Eating the ice cream "out of the box" and "the way it comes" is a sign of a practical nature. This is a person who takes life as is, and doesn't expect the world to change just to suit a personal need.
There's an element of rebelliousness in there too. This usually takes the form of doing things in the simplest way possible, despite what the directions say, or what the boss seems to want. It's not about rebellion, really, it is more about seeing a better way and having the courage and intestinal fortitude to buck the system to prove a point. Usually it works out, but there are small-minded bureaucrats out there who are willing to make life miserable just because they weren't consulted first and because they LOVE the rules.
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We've seen mint chocolate chip before in these pages. To make it short, this is a person with surprises in store for those who take the time to notice. Typically not easy to get to know, though. A lot of barriers that, are actually easy to break through. But other people are sometimes put off by it.
There's a romantic side, but more or less hidden from view most of the time.
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Hot fudge as a topping indicates a desire for that one true love who will become all -- the reason for being. It's this one true love who will really bring out the romantic in this person.
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At work, this is a person who has an old-fashioned work ethic. Doesn't mind projects where the pace changes frequently or when the direction has to change. The bottom line, however, is that everything gets done and the end result is always something to enjoy and praise.
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This is a person who savors life and takes things slow in building friendships or, especially, in relationships. Typically, the journey will be made in small steps with lots of depth of contact along the way. In the end, this person will know you better than you know yourself. Friends often come to this person for advice because of the ability to see things so clearly and completely.
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Coffee ice cream is the choice of intellectuals. The soft-serve varieties are those preferred by artists (especially those with an interest in poetry, languages, or highly-technical types of art). These people are usually very good with mechanical things and tend to also grasp theoretical concepts that are grounded in the technical (science and engineering, for example). Not much for metaphysics, though. Philosophy isn't a big draw either.
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The use of hot chocolate, hot caramel along with whipped cream and a cherry indicates interest in a broad range of friendships and romantic pursuits. There's a hope for the perfect mate, but it would have to be someone really special; sweet, romantic, truthful, and also someone intelligent enough and interesting enough to be "value added". It's a tall order.
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The preference for a cup, and for the reason of "not getting ones hands sticky" indicates a somewhat fussy nature. This is a person who, at work, especially, does not like surprises. Things are supposed to work a certain way, and when they don't, the illogic of the situation is just too perturbing. There's no flying off the handle with this one, but everyone knows when the line has been crossed. Coworkers sometimes are the greatest source of irritation in this person's life and they know it! In some work environments, this person would end up being the outsider. In others, the butt of practical jokes. As a boss, this type of person often has to learn the hard way how to delegate responsibility and then let the people do their job in their own way -- as long as the end result is good. Not especially empathetic, but can be with the few close friends and family that know the real person.
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Rocky Road...it figures. No, really! It does.
Rocky Road is the flavor of the hyper-complex personality. These are people who are always noticed -- needing attention. Known as "high maintenance" in current parlance, they are the classic demanding and commanding personalities among us. VERY strong-willed and with a flaring temper.
On the plus side, these people tend to have very broad interests and are extremely intelligent. As a result, they usually have many friends and are sought after in social settings.
These people also possess more than the usual share of common sense. They can be somewhat jaded about it though, tending toward pessimism.
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Rocky Road afficianados who do not use toppings are not like the typical "no toppings" folks. They aren't saying they aren't interested in having a close relationship. Rather, they are saying that that relationship will be on their terms. This is the type of person who rules the roost. Always in the dominant position when it comes to relationships. For the right mate, this is an ideal relationship because you always know where you stand with this one. There's no hidden agenda.
One caveat -- in love, there is a tendency to hold onto secrets. You'll be surprised by the stories this person hasn't told you, even after decades together.
Be patient and don't push. If you are hearing the story now, it is because you passed a test. Be happy!
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The person who eats Rocky road in a bowl with a spoon is displaying a desire to have some solid definition in working life. There's the usual strong tendency to get every last ounce of benefit from any situation. But there's more here too. This is a person who usually has a hard time working with other people and especially with most "bosses." The hope is for a stable work environment that really is a good "fit." Coworkers like having this person on their projects because of the take charge attitude. Slackers and incompetents shy away in fear!
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As we've seen before, eating ice cream ice cold is a trait associated with a very practical nature. This is manifestation of that "jaded common sense" referred to before. You'll often find this person leading a group by explaining how all the little problems are meaningless. "Suck it up" is at least a frequent thought, if not a verbalized command.
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The praline varieties of ice cream are prefered by the truly cerebral. These people try to "think" their way through life. Not that there's no feelings there, but that feelings aren't considered a good guide. This person has a very sweet nature and that "big heartedness" tends to sometimes overshadow the deep thinker within. True friends know what a brain this person is, but many casual acquaintances never see it. There is a tendency for putting up barriers though, especially in an attempt to avoid being hurt by love interests or close friends.
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The choice of no toppings here indicates that element of putting up a barrier to truly close relationships. It isn't much of a barrier, mind you. This person will take a risk on a relationship, but it helps if the other person makes the first move. Also, the person must be sincere and truthful.
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Using a bowl and loading up that bowl is a sign of a real workhorse. This is a personality type who is often "abused" by employers in that the capacity for MORE work and MORE on top of that seems endless. This person will always find a way to get it done. Overload is a constant danger though because once this type of person hits their limit, watch out!!!
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Eating ice cream frozen indicates an ability to take life as it comes. Hard edges in life are expected and even welcomed. Things aren't supposed to go right the first time. This person thinks things through and is confident of the approach to take in most situations. Combined with a nature that will see things through to the end, this person is usually successful. The defeats, though rare, hit home in dramatic ways. Withdrawal is a possibility when things don't work. Good friends are a bulwark against this tendency.
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Plain vanilla is the flavor of choice for traditionalists who play no games and put on no airs or acts. Usually, they have a sense of style, though circumstances may block this from showing through until later in life.
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The toppings of copious amounts of chocolate syrup, plus chopped almonds dipped in chocolate, with a small amount of whipped cream and the occasional cherry indicates a real love of friendship. This is a person who values their friends and thinks of friendship much the way Dumas wrote about the Musketeers. All for one and one for all! In the romance department, this person longs for a truly romantic partner who will fill the void(s) in life. There's also an element of wanting that person to be just a little bit extra or special in a highly personal way that I can't really comment on here. Suffice it to say that an occassional fantasy indulgence would go a long way here. Wink wink!
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I tried this recipe and I'm happy to say it changed my life!!!
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This is a person who personifies excellence. A real achiever. It would not be surprising to find this person at the top of the class, being courted by top schools or employers. In fact, one thing that people notice right away about this person is just an aura of competence. Quick witted and able to really digest information.
A tendency to become somewhat absorbed in minutia is the only real negative aspect of this personality. Controlling that, or rather using for even more productive work is the sign that this person has really chosen well in life. People like this make fine engineers, but also amazingly competent politicians, lawyers, or data analysts. Other factors in the personality really help determine what the best fit is.
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Unfortunately, the kinds of details we would need to paint a more accurate picture of this person's relationships, work life, etc. are missing from the submission. We know that this is a person who will always rise to the top in any crowd, but it's impossible to say more now.
In general, these people do need to be the center of attention, though, so there's a concern there that might need looking into regarding romance or friendship.
This person considers themself to be very down to earth and interested in hand-crafted excellence. The truth is not far off from that, but that "down home" charm is often seen by others as "false modesty." There is the problem of others building up resentment towards this person and that can cause set backs especially early in life before having attained positions of real power.
Mine was true!
quote:Hmm...yes and no. I've always wanted to be an adult. I always wanted the respect adults seemed to command, I always wanted the privilege...but i guess I didn't want any of the responsibility. I'm still waiting for everything to get easy
Peanut butter ice cream indicates a longing for the simplicity of youth. This and a care-free attitude combine to make an adult with a remarkably youthful outlook on life. Fun is important to this person.
So, yes...i yearn for the simplicity of youth. But I'm not so sure about the fun thing...I enjoy a good serious conversation as much as...someone else who enjoys a good serious conversation. quote:Yes. Oh yes. BUT I'm lazy as all get-out, so employers have nothing to fear from me. At least employers in careers that I don't plan on doing for the rest of my life. Barnes & Noble is safe from me. The local theatre company...I would take them over in a second...so I guess I could agree with that. The instant gratification thing is absolutely me. 100%
Strawberry cheesecake ice cream is the sign of a person who wants more, MUCH more out of life. This is a restless soul, ever searching for ways to improve herself and her lot in life. Employers, don't take this one for granted because soon enough you could be working for her! Loves a challenge as long as there is some obvious goal or reward in sight.
quote:This paragraph would have made me spit out my juice had I been drinking whilst reading it. This is so dead-on. Unbelievably correct. I have odd taste when it comes to men...the ones I like are invariably other people's third or forth choices...because I look for their personalities. In fact, many so-called "hotter than a hotcake" men have turned downright ugly in my eyes after I have a conversation with them. My family and friends can't comprehend this...I can't even *acknowledge* their attractiveness if I know there's a bad person hiding underneath.
Peanut butter sauce mixed with Hot Fudge and Reeses PB cups altogether on one confection. This is a person who knows exactly what she wants in a relationship and, in particular, she's looking for a person JUST LIKE HERSELF. You have to share her sense of fun and adventure or just hit the road, Jack. And while you're at it, lighten up! If you want to impress this person, you'd better be witty and down to earth. Good looks won't hurt your chances, but it's the spirit she's really after. Let loose with her and watch what happens!!!
quote:I agree with the stability. I agree with the tangible reward thing. I'm not so sure about the middle stuff. Depends on what you mean by gooey messes. I avoid confrontation at all costs. Hmm, I guess I agree with the work assignment too...although I will often try to weasel out of things when I see an opportunity. I'm lazy, i like to keep things simple. Things were so slow at the store the other day and instead of alphabetizing or doing something productive I watched 5 episodes of M.A.S.H. on our in-store DVD player. *is very ashamed*
People who eat ice cream from a dish searching for stability. They are willing to chase down the very last of everything, but they also aren't afraid of getting into the gooey messes of life. They never turn down a work assignment, no matter how menial, as long as it holds the promise of some tangible reward.
quote:Ha. Yeah.
Those who despise cones as a holder for their ice cream are somewhat inflexible in their work relationships. They want things a certain way and it has to meet with their sense of organization, timing and added value. They make great bosses if you are willing to do things their way most of the time.
quote:This one I gotta disagree with. I'm looking for a serious relationship...I'm not a date-around kind of person. So if I meet someone and make the conscious decision to "become a couple," i mean it. If you mean I'm hesitant about getting into a relationship...I don't know. I really haven't had enough opportunties to judge this.
A medium pace of ice cream ingestion indicates a fear of the future. You might find this person falling in love yet failing to ultimately commit. Don't be deterred, though, because this is not their true personality, but an indication of some lingering insecurities. Overcome those and you'll be in for the ride of your life.
quote:YES. YESSSSSSSS. I am a healthy disregarder of reality, oh yes. Guilt. Ha. Yes. Dead-on again, Mr. Scopatz. So true.
Those suffering from lactose intolerance who still eat ice cream display a healthy disregard for the rules, and sometimes even for reality itself. If you need an off-the-wall solution, this is your person. They'll try anything and stick with it if it works. Unfortunately, this all comes at a price. There's a lot of guilt that builds up and you can expect this person to get overwhelmed with it periodically. Usually, this is just temporary.
I am ecstatic that you're actually writing this story, Bob!! I wish you all the luck in the world.
quote:I'm both noticed and very demanding of attention. I need regular affirmation that 'the masses' (as opposed to the individual person) view me as unique and witty. I'm a scene stealer, a conversation hog and I make basic situations into stage/audience formats. That was right on.
These are people who are always noticed -- needing attention. Known as "high maintenance" in current parlance, they are the classic demanding and commanding personalities among us. VERY strong-willed and with a flaring temper.
On the plus side, these people tend to have very broad interests and are extremely intelligent. As a result, they usually have many friends and are sought after in social settings.
These people also possess more than the usual share of common sense. They can be somewhat jaded about it though, tending toward pessimism.
quote:Relationship on my terms? Usually. Rules the roost? I work very, very hard on not doing so. I think I may have finally beaten the tendency. I figured out quick that, man - life is so much easier when you don't feel the need to just take over.
Rocky Road afficianados who do not use toppings are not like the typical "no toppings" folks. They aren't saying they aren't interested in having a close relationship. Rather, they are saying that that relationship will be on their terms. This is the type of person who rules the roost. Always in the dominant position when it comes to relationships. For the right mate, this is an ideal relationship because you always know where you stand with this one. There's no hidden agenda.
quote:My Memento-like memory must break me from this Rocky Road mold. I can't remember secrets long enough to keep them. And I blab to Dan everything, including how I'm feeling exactly when I'm feeling it. I figure it's just got to be fascinating to him.
One caveat -- in love, there is a tendency to hold onto secrets. You'll be surprised by the stories this person hasn't told you, even after decades together.
Be patient and don't push. If you are hearing the story now, it is because you passed a test. Be happy!
quote:If I wasn't such a slacker and incompetent myself, this would be like the summary of my employment diary. "There's the usual strong tendency to get every last ounce of benefit from any situation" is very accurate. It seems, too, that I especially have difficulty with "bosses". I don't want power, but I don't want anyone else to have it, either.
The person who eats Rocky road in a bowl with a spoon is displaying a desire to have some solid definition in working life. There's the usual strong tendency to get every last ounce of benefit from any situation. But there's more here too. This is a person who usually has a hard time working with other people and especially with most "bosses." The hope is for a stable work environment that really is a good "fit." Coworkers like having this person on their projects because of the take charge attitude. Slackers and incompetents shy away in fear!
quote:Yes, yes, yes and yes. I don't like it about myself, and I try to see things more three-dimensionally than I have in the past, but yes. Suck it up, big baby.
As we've seen before, eating ice cream ice cold is a trait associated with a very practical nature. This is manifestation of that "jaded common sense" referred to before. You'll often find this person leading a group by explaining how all the little problems are meaningless. "Suck it up" is at least a frequent thought, if not a verbalized command.
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NAILED THE BUTTON ON THE HEAD - I AM SO WELL HIDDEN I AM STILL GETTING TO KNOW ME. - AT THE TIME I THOUGHT THE LOOK ON THEIR FACES WAS RATHER HILARIOUS quote:
What if I were to say I didn't like ice cream? What would that say about me?
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Those who avoid ice cream altogether are prone to look for external causes and sources. In effect, these are highly changeable personalities who actually mirror the people and events in their immediate surroundings. You might find this person gradually learning to laugh like you, talk like you, walk like you and even trying to take over your life (in extreme cases, of course). This type of person is, on the plus side, VERY sensitive to other's feelings and can read the subtlest of cues from those they are close to. Often very giving, very forgiving and eager to please. Willing to go along with just about anything and always up for new experiences. These people have remarkable memories for personal details and will often serve as the "memory bank" among their friends.
So, just ignore me and my sherbet and moose tracks or else I'll feel guilty.
quote:*fingers steepled, quizzical frown, speaking in capitals
Can't I have one thread that's mine?
quote:I've never thought of myself as an archetype, except that I'm a leader, particularly among women and girls. When I take charge or lend a significant hand, things veer toward success. I think when I try to put forward a "shining example" of what needs to take place, others follow it and the group is bettered. So you could say I make myself into an archetype in social situations as my contribution to "making the world a better place."
So...you see that this is a truly discriminating person.
And, those for whom ice cream is their favorite food have a special status in the personality profile. They are the archetypal personalities. The definitions for others...
quote:I do have varied interests. On the one hand I'm a traditionalist and love old-world culture, but I also get excited jumping into the unknown. For example, I'm currently passionate about everything Japanese, and my family thinks I'm wacko for wanting to travel so far from home. What's cool about my interests is that I embrace them wholeheartedly, spending time exploring until I can link them to what I see as my missions in life.
Bordeaux Cherry from Umpqua Dairy is the flavor of choice for those who have many varied loves in life. And that doesn't just mean people, but things, activities, everything. This is a person who loves life.
quote:I didn't understand that bit.
And, these are great people for sharing too.
quote:That blew me away! Here I have been for the last year, stuck in limbo, trying desparately to choose between conflicting pathways all because I know who I am and am resisting the final step of grasping hold of my dreams. This trait is a joy to the aged and a curse to the young. Being praised and petted as a child can create a fear of advancement. If, as a teenager with a changing body, self-actualization comes upon you, anxiety about further change can be a logical following phase. The thought, "I like who I am now" conflicts with "I may not be able to maintain what I have", particularly when it's near impossible to maintain the same height or weight from one week to the next.
This particular choice of flavors -- a premium flavor from a limited production house -- indicates a mastery of self rarely seen. This person is as close to self-actualized as one can get at such an early age.
And make no mistake, this person is still young, but already has a handle on what it means to be themself.
quote:Lack of practice is close, but maybe it's more like being irrationally stubborn when it comes to dealing with reality.
It's eerie, and the confidence sometimes just "leaks out" right now, because there's a lack of practice. But as this person ages...watch out!!!
quote:I like that last bit, "avatars of all that life has to offer." Are you sure my need of Elisabeth with me isn't an indicator that I can't get a handle on life without someone who loves me holding my hand? I'm willing to bite down and enjoy, but it's not really living unless I'm with a good friend.
The method of eating and the choice of bowl & spoon and even eating with a friend while enjoying a favorite activity are all part of the same general thing above. What would you expect from someone so in tune with their own self?
The savoring of every last drop is just the innate love of life coming through. And those cherry halves are the avatars of all that life has to offer.
quote:Aww.
My Hatrack friends...I feel like I'm gushing here, but I have to say that this is such a rare personality that we should all enjoy it while we can.
This person is going to do great things, make no mistake. You heard it here first!
And whether that means fame and fortune or just being the most amazing parent or spouse in the world, it will not matter one whit to this person.
quote:Too true. When I'm not stuck, that is.
It isn't about that. It is about life. All of life...
quote:Man, you are so encouraging! Now I want to be an even better me!
Given time and a bit of luck, this is the kind of person who will make more of those opportunities than most anyone you can think of!!!
quote:You will...someday.
I didn't understand that bit.
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Baskin Robbins had a flavor for a while that was the best ice-cream I ever had.
It was mint chocolate chip, with brownie chunks and fudge swirls in it. *drools* I really wish they'd bring that flavor back.
quote:Mystic Mint! Yes, it think that was what it was called! That was some awesome ice-cream.
The best ice cream I have ever had in my life was Ben and Jerry's Chocolate Mystic Mint. In the words of Jerry Garcia(as written by Robert Hunter):
"She's goooooooone.
Nothin's gonna bring her back.
She's gone."
quote:And yet he married her!
Originally posted by Bob_Scopatz:
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I don't have a permenant favorite, but I buy every new flavor of Ben&Jerry's as soon as it comes out.
I eat one scoop per serving, in a custard cup, with a baby spoon, so I can eat less but it lasts longer.
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You have no permanent favorite but try every new premium flavor from Ben & Jerry's as soon as they come out. This tells me you are a seeker and that you try to find the good in every person you come in contact with. You view life as an exercise or a test as well and you believe that to pass the test you have to get beyond the superficial appearances and try to know everyone and everything. In some, this would be a distinct liability as it is such an impossible undertaking. But read on...quote:
The one scoop per serving indicates your internal sense of discipline. In some sense, it is saying that you are never going to get TOO involved with any one person -- that there is so much you have to give to so many. But on the other hand it is indicative of your overarching sense of what is proper and best for all. You aren't trying to be in charge, you just want to know what's going on and help out where you can.quote:
This is the real clincher -- the secret to your success where others fail -- baby spoonfuls. You can be so good at learning and knowing others because you know your own limitations and you work at the pace that you know you can maintain for the long haul. It is possible for a man to outrun a horse, in a long distance race. And that's you -- never missing an opportunity to learn a little more. Taking the time to do it right and get it right. You love your work and savor it. Even when there's nothing left to do for the day, you are thinking it over and planning for later.
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