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The universe seems to be conspiring to make it clear to me that I suck.

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I was going to bump the "Why do we need Christ" thread. But after finding that post, you've got me worried. All I want is for you to tell me off, right now!
 

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Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
 
I miss Icky! I thought he was involved with another play, and that's why we were seeing less of him.
 

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Posted by Space Opera (Member # 6504) on :
 
*misses Icky*

*likes Icky*

space opera
 

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Posted by Kwea (Member # 2199) on :
 
Icky, keep in mind that JenniK and I will be joining you in FL, perhaps for good...so cheer up dammit!


On a serious note, he did just have a death in the family, so I can understand why he isn't around as much.


Icky, I hope you are well.




Kwea
 

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Posted by Tante Shvester (Member # 8202) on :
 
Maybe he's got himself a real life and something better to do. (Wishes it to be so)
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 

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Maybe he's got himself a real life and something better to do.

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I find that offensive.

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Anyone seen him on AIM?

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It goes better with twinky's dancing smiley.

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Doesn't everthing?
 

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Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
 
He didn't fly too close to the sun, did he?
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
I don't really think he knows what he's doing-he's just winging it.
 

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Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
 
I hope he falls back in with us soon.
 

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Posted by CT (Member # 8342) on :
 
I just melt when I anticipate his return.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
If not, we will have to give him a few wax.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
I really hope he's not soar with us.
 

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Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
 
He might be in a lab, or in throes of conscience.
 

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Posted by CT (Member # 8342) on :
 
He might be a drifter, you know.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
Well, that would be a feather in his cap.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
Hatrack minos Icarus is a sad place indeed.
 

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Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
 
I'd hate to sea that.
 

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Posted by CT (Member # 8342) on :
 
He's one fly guy, that's for sure. Lays the rest of us low in one fell swoop, sartorially speaking.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
I am glad Scott creted this thread for him.
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 
Thanks Elizabeth, but it's really not about me.
 

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Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
 
I hate it when I start a pun-fest...
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
crete=created=Crete
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 

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I hate it when I start a pun-fest...

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Originally posted by Elizabeth:
Tante, I think this place is pretty important to people in their "real" lives. Many friendships have developed, and even marriages. So what you said was pretty loaded indeed.

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I apologise for inappropriately making light. It was not my intention to hurt any feelings, and I honestly regret that I did. I hope that you can forgive me, and I will try to make an effort in the future to be more considerate of other people's feelings.

Sincerely,
Tante Esther
 

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Posted by Storm Saxon (Member # 3101) on :
 
It's the comfy chair for you.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
Well, I actually agree with you, for my own part, as I am a heavy procrastinator, and Scott said he was just kidding. So, no harm done!
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 

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I apologise for inappropriately making light. It was not my intention to hurt any feelings, and I honestly regret that I did. I hope that you can forgive me, and I will try to make an effort in the future to be more considerate of other people's feelings.

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Tante, I opened the door. I was begging for that joke! If you didn't say it, someone wlse would have. And my "offensive" comment was completely tongue-in-cheek.
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 
*dons emperor hat*

Continue with the puns!
 

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Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
 
Tante, you'll learn quickly that Scott never, ever says anything serious.
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 
Whew! That's good to know, Jon. I thought you took me serious this morning when I made you cry.
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Cry-baby!
 

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Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
 
The only baby you make cry is your own . . . 'cause you're so ugly!

BOO-YAH!
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 

 

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Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
 

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Do you really do it all that often, ketchupqueen?

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No, just now and then.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
I think we'll forgive you, then, KQ.
 

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Posted by Megan (Member # 5290) on :
 
*comforts scottneb*

Aw, there, there, it'll be ok.
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 
See! Now I get pity cuddles! We're even!
 

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Posted by Dragon (Member # 3670) on :
 
I liked the puns


I'm still curious/worried about Icarus though... have we heard from him yet?
 

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Posted by Megan (Member # 5290) on :
 

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See! Now I get pity cuddles! We're even!

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I'm just a sucker for a crying man. I wanna give em hugs and make em feel better.
 

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Posted by Tante Shvester (Member # 8202) on :
 
Here in New Jersey
It is humid and sticky,
And here on Hatrack
We all ask "Where is Icky?"



Feel free to throw rotten tomatoes at me

<ducks and runs away>
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
We have not, Dragon. I think we may have to wait until this turns into another popularity thread. He simply cannot resist those.

Seriously, thugh, I bet he is dealing with a lot of family stuff, and I hope he is OK.
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 

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Seriously, thugh,

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Seriously, who's thugh?
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
Hardy har har, Scott, Hardy har har.
 

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Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
 

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I'm just a sucker for a crying man. I wanna give em hugs and make em feel better.

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I'm usually possessed by a desire to destroy things.

Unless it's my dad. Then I just roll my eyes and ignore it. He cries so much it no longer affects me.
 

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Posted by CT (Member # 8342) on :
 
Icarus is popular because he is authentic. His sincerity about asking questions, settling differences, saying what needs to be said, and showing support is, well, legendary.

I hope he's doing okay. I miss him, but I want him to take the time he needs to do what needs to be done.
 

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Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
 
Man, CT, now my eyes are all mythty.
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 
I love having CT around.
 

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Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
 
Me too.
 

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Posted by CT (Member # 8342) on :
 
(*shy)


 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 
*bah-dum-bump*
 

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Posted by Erik Slaine (Member # 5583) on :
 
Now CT
 

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Posted by Icarus (Member # 3162) on :
 


First of all, I'm just A-OK!

I was having a really bad day the other day. First the funeral and all, and then on my way home from the funeral I ran across a former student on the street . . . who flipped me a bird, told me I suck, and told me she had wanted to tell me this forever and now she finally could. So, um, I was pretty depressed.

But I feel bad for worrying you all, because I've been having fun! Cor and I are finally, after taking all sorts of classes and stuff, having a little bit of vacation before we go back to work in a couple of weeks. We are on a cruise, and so internet is expensive!
(And if any of you wanna talk about addiction, I point you to the fact that this didn't stop me from checking in, eventually.)

So um, you're all worrying about me and I'm justoff partying . . . I feel like a bad kid. :-\

But I'm also very touched, and feeling much better now. I love you all.
 

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Posted by Tante Shvester (Member # 8202) on :
 
Hi, Icky Glad you're OK. I, too, went on a cruise, and stayed away for a few days. Hatrack is a bunch of mother hens, doncha think, to miss you so when you don't write?

Be well and take care.
 

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Posted by scottneb (Member # 676) on :
 
Thanks Icky, you made my day!

Have fun!
 

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Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
 
Good to hear from you, Joe. Enjoy your vacation.
 

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Posted by Kwea (Member # 2199) on :
 
Yeah, gald to hear you are OK. I would have told that student "You were one of the most idiotic kids I ever had, and I can finally say that too." .


Then again, when pissed I am not a nice man.

I will wait until you get back, then I will start a thread about the FL trip. I want to get together with you all if possible. My best friend is a manager at one of the area Applebys so maybe we can all meet there for dinner or something. I am up for anything, although time will be a little short I think.

Have fun!


Kwea
 

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Posted by Christy (Member # 4397) on :
 
Woo! Glad you're having some well earned fun. Enjoy!
 

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Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
 

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. . . and then on my way home from the funeral I ran across a former student on the street . . . who flipped me a bird, told me I suck, and told me she had wanted to tell me this forever and now she finally could. So, um, I was pretty depressed.

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You could have killed her, you know. Assuming "a jury of your peers" means it would be made up of teachers, you would totally get off.

That is just so NASTY! I have had teachers I disliked, but I never felt the need to do/say anything after I was out of their class!

Have fun on your vacation!
 

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Posted by Storm Saxon (Member # 3101) on :
 

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First the funeral and all, and then on my way home from the funeral I ran across a former student on the street . . . who flipped me a bird, told me I suck, and told me she had wanted to tell me this forever and now she finally could. So, um, I was pretty depressed.

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That really, really sucks.
 

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Posted by Mrs.M (Member # 2943) on :
 
I'm glad y'all are having a much-needed vacation.

In regards to that appalling girl, try not to be too bothered by it (easier said than done, I know). Someone who would act so ugly is not worth being upset over. One thing I've learned from being married to a professor is that when a student dislikes you, it usually has nothing to do with you and everything to do with them.
 

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Posted by CT (Member # 8342) on :
 
Glad you're doing okay.

And what Mrs. M said, natch.
 

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Posted by FlyingCow (Member # 2150) on :
 

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I ran across a former student on the street . . .

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Hmm... seems better in hindsight if that "across" could be changed to an "over".
 

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Posted by punwit (Member # 6388) on :
 
Icarus, I'm relieved to hear that you are well and enjoying yourself. As to your ungrateful ex-student, I suspect that she falls into the category of person that really resents being educated. You know, some folks just can't stand to learn. Have a wonderful, stress-free vacation!
 

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Posted by jexx (Member # 3450) on :
 
Icky,

I'm glad that you and Cor were able to take some time off together. Sounds like you had lots of fun! *jealous*

I've always wanted to take a cruise. *grin*

As for the student you ran over...I mean across...someday she will be a Real Grown Up Person and will feel very guilty about saying such a horrible thing. Well, that's what I prefer to believe, anyway.

*hugs to Ic and Cor*
 

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Posted by Icarus (Member # 3162) on :
 
I was searching today for which thread I had told the story of the kid who flipped me off on the street in . . . and when I finally found it, I found this thread I had forgotten, too!

This is a months old thread, I know, and I already expressed my appreciation for your concern, but as I read it again I was touched all over again [/OOC] to see all the people who cared enough about me to be concerned--particularly people that I sometimes wasn't sure even liked me all that much. So finding this thread at this moment made me feel all loved, at a good time for it.

Now,

UPDATE:

Sunday, I was walking downtown with Mango when I heard my name called. It was that same student, driving by on the street. Turns out she's going to school in Miami. She apologized profusely for what she had done bak in July, on the verge of tears. She said it was her stupid immaturity, and she was showing off for some friends who were with her, and that she felt horrible about it, because I did not deserve what she had done to me. She also related that although she had thought at the time that I had been a mean teacher, and that I was too hard, that she had discovered in her math class this year that I had not been mean at all, that, if anything, I had been generous. ( :-/ Of course, it could be argued that I must have failed to prepare her, then, if she's finding that I was easy compared to her college class, but whatever. )

She didn't need to have apologized. She could have driven by, and I would never have known she was there.

I thanked her and wished her luck in the future.

-o-

Today (3/7, which actually feels like tomorrow to me as I type this) would have been my grandmother's 84th birthday. I really eed to figure out how to get Outlook to stop reminding me of this date.

Or maybe not.

:-\

-o-

I hope Scottneb is doing well. I seem to remember him posting his "Goodbye for now" on one of the forums. He's a thoughtful and generous guy, and I hope that he's getting what he needs out of life. (As I recall, he was on National Guard duty, but I could be mistaken.)
 

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Posted by Uprooted (Member # 8353) on :
 
Wow, Icarus, that is one cool story. SO glad to hear that girl had the courage to stop you and apologize.
 

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Posted by Ryuko (Member # 5125) on :
 
How cool, Icarus. I'm glad that she caught you to tell you.
 

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Posted by Noemon (Member # 1115) on :
 
That's great Icarus! And great for her that she saw you and was able to tell you that--sounds like it must have been weighing on her ever since it happened.
 

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Posted by Shan (Member # 4550) on :
 
Isn't the interactive component of the 'rack personal log fun?!

*hugs Icarus*

I'm glad she apologized to you -- and I'm sending you "happy memory" thoughts on this special day -- your grandma's still with you.

*smile*
 

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Posted by ClaudiaTherese (Member # 923) on :
 
Wonderful, Icarus. Wonderful.

And "happy memory" thoughts from me, too.
 

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Posted by Teshi (Member # 5024) on :
 
Wow! What a great story.
 

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Posted by Derrell (Member # 6062) on :
 
Cool story.
 

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Posted by Megan (Member # 5290) on :
 
That's great, Icarus!
 

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Posted by Brinestone (Member # 5755) on :
 


I like Icarus. I like Hatrack.
 

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Posted by Christy (Member # 4397) on :
 
Wow. That's really amazing!
 

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Posted by Kwea (Member # 2199) on :
 
Very cool, Icky.
 

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Posted by Mrs.M (Member # 2943) on :
 
I'm not at all surprised, but I am very glad for you.
 

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Posted by Corwin (Member # 5705) on :
 
Nice update, Icky!
 

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