Think Outside the Box
I have pretty much been on all the traditional dates you can imagine. You know, the safe and predictable ones. I know that I am not the only one who is tired of going to dinner and a movie for a first date, am I? I think it’s time we all shook things up a little.
Why not use the remaining weeks of 2009 to think outside the “dating” box and move out of our ridiculously safe (read: dull) comfort zones. Let’s all make a list of the most outrageous, non-traditional, completely out of your character date activities you can think of and then go do it!
We all need to participate so we can all report back to share how great/terrifying/outrageous thinking outside the dating box really is. We could even vote on who has the best idea and who was the bravest!
You know a great place to start? How about in a bull pen!
The Professional Bull Riders are charging in to town (har!) this weekend at the Gwinnett Center. Ladies, if you want to meet men you have to go where they have a good time. Events like this are filled to the brim with guys and yours truly will have an inside track: the hilarious and talented Flint Rasmussen.
I’m going to meet up with him on Friday for a quick interview to learn more about the sport and pick his brain on how to handle the manliest of men. I bet he could provide a lot of outside the box ideas, too, so I’ll be taking notes.
Who is up for the challenge? What kind of outside the box activity can you do with a date? What can you do that would be completely out of character for you?
What would you do if money were no object and you wanted to go the adventurous route for a date. Where would you go and what would you do?
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ImAPeach404
November 17th, 2009
8:27 am
Two things off the top of my head:
- Gun range
- Hockey game (I know this isn’t that outside the box, but this isn’t the first sporting event most brown people think of attending)
As far as money being no object, I’ll have to get back to you on that one… I do know that it involves a helicopter ride
Good topic WD… looking forward to some neat-o ideas
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
8:41 am
Good Morning…
I’m giving Peach the
face because there are a lot of ‘browns’ at hockey games gurl! lol…
Oh and helicopter rides are for real, too. I was only 17 though and with a class.
Hmmm…if’ i had to choose a date where money wasn’t an issue…i’m thinking something that would include the Serengeti, and a van…hahaha…:)…jus sayin…i’m an adventure queen.
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
8:52 am
Three Words Daily – Every day matters.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
8:55 am
Good morning.
I realize more and more women are comfortable doing this, but I think a date to a strip joint can prove to be adventurous. Heck you might even inquire where the girls shop for their outfits. When you get back home with your SO you can incorporate some of the moves you memorized. Just a thought!
Cool Shadow
November 17th, 2009
8:58 am
One idea for an adventurous date could be whitewater rafting. You could ride on the Ocoee River in Tennessee, just 2 hours north of Atlanta. While it’s not out of the box for me because I really enjoy the activity, it would be non-conventional for a date. But of course, it’d have to be with a woman who wouldn’t mind getting her hair wet…
ImAPeach404
November 17th, 2009
9:06 am
@Cemeeli – Lol, well… my brown tail has never been to one. I wanna go! Bad!!!
Heck you might even inquire where the girls shop for their outfits.
@Leggs… silly rabbit, they don’t wear clothes!
Hopeless Romantic
November 17th, 2009
9:10 am
Been to a shooting range on a first date…which was exhilerating. Dated the guy for a while. Eager to see everyone’s suggestions
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
9:19 am
If money were no object,
~ a chartered jet to Paris for a private dinner with a famous Parisian chef.
~ a private serenade by Brian McKnight or Maxwell or Eric Benet or Will Downing on a private beach
~ a skybox at the Superbowl
~ surfing lesson taught by Adam Durant in Hawaii
~ a round of golf with Tiger Woods
~ a tennis lesson with Venus and Serena
and I could go on…..
mqew
November 17th, 2009
9:22 am
Morning
Hey Ceemeemee (yes I’m waving)
I luv this topic Wise D. My son’s school recently had a Parent Nite Out where the kept the kids overnight. I couldn’t think of any thing “out the box” to do but I was sure trying to… Opted for Restaurant Eugene then Dante’s Down the Hatch :-/ Which was okay as i luv both places but….
Anyhoo MONEY NO OBJECT puuuleeeeeze I got that one. I will be nowhere near this country…
1st volcano air tour (Maui)
2nd casino in Nice
3rd Buddha Bar in Paris to listen to Claude Challe
4th to Dubai to do something in that Tower Spa? Dinner? I’ll do dinner there
Man I could go on and on….
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
9:23 am
SexyCool – Dang, can a sis check in on your dates?
Love the skybox at the Superbowl!!!
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
9:26 am
If money was no issue, I would charter a private jet to fly us to the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe where we will take a power boat ride thru the falls, then have a nice picnic at the point that gives the most awesome view, then fly back home.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
9:28 am
Hey mqew! After the Skybox i’m meeting you for the Dubai trip…
mqew
November 17th, 2009
9:28 am
Leggs – Hey Chica. Yeah the strip joint was fun, I don’t know about adventurous… well maybe for some
SCool – I’m loving the tennis lesson with the Williams’ Sistahs
mqew
November 17th, 2009
9:31 am
Ceemee – Yes Dubai then maybe with you to the Serengeti
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
9:31 am
@ImAPeach ~ LOL. When I went to Strokers I wanted one of the skimpy outfits one of the ladies had on. She told me wear she purchased it, but I have since forgot what she told me.
@Raqi ~ that’s a spot I want to visit. That date is right up my alley, but not my pocketbook.
Professor
November 17th, 2009
9:33 am
Hola Happy People,
Hmmm I will comeback later because I cannot do the daydreaming and wishing upon a star.
I have done quite a bit of things that are not out of the character for me, but others seem impressed by those things. In fact I feel an adventure coming on in the next few weeks sometimes I have to get out of Atlanta.
Oh yea, I am one of those “brown” folks at the hockey games.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
9:41 am
Hey mqew! For a woman that has never been, I would think it may be adventurous (to cope with the new and unknown). Some women are not comfortable with another woman gyrating in front of them and their man.
If money wasn’t an object, I would like to be on the beach with a private chef cooking us seafood, serving us wine and fruit, dismissing him when we are finished eating and then taking matters into my own hands.
ImAPeach404
November 17th, 2009
9:43 am
@Sexy – Skybox at the Superbowl would be sooooo cool!!!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
9:45 am
mqew Girl you know i’m down for outdoors-y stuff!
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
9:45 am
@Professor I love going to hockey games. I have a blast with a big ole cup of hot chocolate!
I once enjoyed a game of drinking putt-putt. Just transferred my dranky drank to a fast food cup & had a ball.
Gun range is a good idea….white water rafting…helicopter ride…just anything interactive is always cool.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
9:46 am
If money was no object we would take a 90 day excursion around the world with a live-in nanny in tow staying in the best hotels and eating at the finest restaurants. LOL
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
9:48 am
As to everyday working folk budget, outside the box dates could be:
~ Hiking the Silver Comet Trail
~ Indoor Rock Climbing
~ Workout Boot Camp
~ Couples Massage
~ Cooking Class
~ Pottery Making
M. (pronounced M dot)
November 17th, 2009
9:48 am
Dating is about INTERACTION so why guys still take girls to movies in the beginning is crazy because you really cant interact in a movie.
There are a ton of good out of box activities in Atlanta. I have brought dates to my bartending class which was a good and fun interactive activity.
Some good activities are:
1. Arrange for a flying lesson at Dekalb-Peachtree Airport. It takes alot of guts to go flying in such a small plane but shows adventure.
2. Explore a day in a city that is close by, drive to Birmingham, Charlotte, Savannah, etc and just wander around.
3. Take a cooking class together in a totally different cuisine (learn some cuban, japanese, brazilian, food).
4. Meet for a power lunch doing the work week. Take a couple hours to just hang out during the day to change up the pace before you go back to work.
5. Have a game party at your home with just you two. Tailgate watch the game and just enjoy the game if you have 2 sports people.
Hope these spark some interests!
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
9:49 am
wine tasting, horseback riding, couples cooking class, picnic, some sort of athletic event like a boxing/ufc match, rodeo, billiards, bowling, batting cage, dave & busters
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
9:55 am
If we had the money we would go to Boracay Island and sit on the white sand beach and I would drink fruity non-alcoholic cocktails.
Dream_n- Gotta luv impromptu game nights!
November 17th, 2009
9:58 am
GM All
Hey there Prof!
Boat rides are always nice… especially if dinner is prepared. Some nice soothing music is playing in the background and the fresh air is coming through the windows, while you eat a romantic candlelight dinner. Just the two of you.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:00 am
SexyCool, we have actually talked about climbing Mt. Yonah. If we are going to do that we need to do it soon.
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
10:01 am
I think I would also enjoy going to a gun range.
M.
The cooking classes sound like an excellent idea. You get indulge in a fun light conversation while learning something new.. I like that idea.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:02 am
The white sand beach of Boracay Island drinking fruity drinks all afternoon while the sun gently drapes our bodies.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
10:02 am
The most adventurous date is making love…lol…sounds simple, hunh…But naaaahh…When he can take me to those moon, stars and quasars, i’m good…no need to “go” anywhere.
after that, i’ve seen it all…jus sayin…
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
10:02 am
I don’t know about the Silver Comet Trail. J/K
I like the cooking class together. That reminds me of a show I flipped to. Think it was called “Parent Control.” The new date (female) took their son on a cooking date. She nearly burnt down the kitchen making eggrolls. I was laughing hysterically when all the fire trucks pulled up and they were sitting on the curb outside the restaurant looking foolish!
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:04 am
I don’t know about the Silver Comet Trail.
Leggs you are right. LOL When I read SexyCool’s post I was thinking I hope she’s packing when she goes.
mqew
November 17th, 2009
10:06 am
M. – Flying lesson sounds good!!!
Slim – Wine tasting is ALWAYS a good idea! They have them at the Viking store in Buckhead. They serve it with great food as well
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
10:07 am
Or since Christmas is coming around.. “for those who are in steady relationships” You can try a different approach besides buying the parents a gift. You guys can plan a day to make your own gifts together for your mom/dad. Something personal. It can allow you guys to go down memory lane and it can be quite intimate.
Professor
November 17th, 2009
10:07 am
Hey Dream!
I like the Thanksgiving count down…I am counting down, as well, but guess what? On my countdown I am using business days only.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:07 am
The most adventurous date is making love
Heck I can use one of those dates right now. Let me see…770-9**-****.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:10 am
Dream_n, speaking of gifts, we agreed to not give each other gifts this year but I saw a really nice jacket in Johnston & Murphy catalog that I could get him. I’ll be okay with getting him something and he not get me anything. Since we already agreed on it.
Wonderwoman_woman down
November 17th, 2009
10:13 am
Mini-golf, hiking, rock climbing, cooking-class, and the gun range are all cool.
There are some great ideas today, I’m taking notes.
If money were no object…. I love the beach, so finding beautiful beaches like in the carribean, or even australia would be the first thing!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
10:13 am
The most adventurous date is making love
Heck I can use one of those dates right now.
Lol…it’s not hard to make that happen…but only one can take you there is “the one”…cause he gets your mojo…auh i meant moolah…VERY expensive date there…
hahahaha..i am crackin myself up!!!
M. (pronouced M dot)
November 17th, 2009
10:14 am
@Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day-You are right. You get light conversatio and get to enjoy the experience.
@mqew-Flying lessons arent super expensive and I think it will be a memorable date.
Also a good idea but it would depend on the spontaneousness, but just on a saturday, take a 1 day trip somewhere just to have dinner. Go to Airtran, book a cheap flight to somewhere close, and try a new restaurant neither of you have ever been to and just come back later. I know alot of people would be fearful to try that.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:16 am
it’s not hard to make that happen
You are right. My date is at 12:30. LOL
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:19 am
Hot air balloon ride over a canyon.
Hiking and then camping out over night.
A scavenger hunt throughout the city that leads him back to a special place where you have prepared a nice surprise.
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
10:21 am
Ooohh, how bout fishing?! To me that would be fun to pack a cooler of some goodies and grab some rods and just have a relaxing day with your honey & nature.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:21 am
Body painting.
mqew
November 17th, 2009
10:22 am
Did someone mention TURKEY DAY? CAN’T WAIT
Is anyone cooking/having something adventurous that day?
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
10:23 am
Body Paint?
hehehehe…
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
10:23 am
Dang Raqi, you made a date before I can even comment. Carry on! Too funny!
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
10:24 am
before I COULD comment!
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
10:25 am
GM All!
Chateau Elan is a great out-of-the-ordinary date. Hike the trail, take the cooking class and/or unwind to live music at L’Auberge (sp). They also offer wine tasting and tours of the vinyard. But if I could splurge, I’d like to try Napa or Sonoma next time.
If money were no object we would definitely do the private beach thing, and perhaps a safari tour of the NgoroNgoro crater.
Mo (aka Moeisha)
November 17th, 2009
10:26 am
Morning Err’body!
I’ve done the batting cage, bowling, roller skating, a picnic, six flags (me & ex hubby went there), driven to Tennessee for the day
I would like to:
Go to a football game out of state (i.e the Dallas cowboys game would have been great)
Go for a helicopter ride (though I am petrified of heights)
Take a cooking class together
Horseback riding
If money were no object: go to Greece, go to the largest mall in the US to shop, Turks & Caicos (or anywhere with a great beach), have a private concert
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
10:30 am
Prof
You can’t be skipping days!
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:31 am
Yes, Cemeeli, one of my friends used to do it with her guy. They just did a casting of her pregnant belly. She is very “hands on” like that.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:34 am
LOL Leggs. Think back to those nights when your lil leggs was a tiny one and you were up with her and her ear infections, teething and whatever else those little critters encounter.
We are dealing with an ear infection right now. Not much sleep or anything else in past several days. LOL
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
10:37 am
Awww, those ear infections and all that crying is very aggravating for all parties involved (especially the baby). Sorry, but had to laugh at “or anything else in the past several DAYS!” Too funny. It’s all relative!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
10:42 am
@ cxBrat – the Ngorongoro area is part of the Serengeti National Park.
We think alike…I want to have the entire District to me an boo, nothing else.
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
10:46 am
Has anyone actually did the hiking thing..
How was that?
abc
November 17th, 2009
10:53 am
The less traditional these ideas are, the more they sound like simply doing things that are fun with your SO, and less like a date-date. Like, not really a date at all, just going and having fun, in all extreme likelihood with someone you’re already well familiar with, if not in a relationship with. I suppose you can call fishing, a beach trip, or hiking a date, but it doesn’t sound like one to me. More like, what are you into today? Want to go hiking, a drive into the mountains? Let’s take a long weekend, do you like Rosemary Beach or Gulf Shores this time?
Speaking of beaches, I’ve decided after our last Caribbean trip that as far as beaches go, there is little or no reason to go anywhere but the FL panhandle. Those are among the best beaches in the world. Beaches on Aruba, Barbados, Curacao, even St. Maartens don’t even come anywhere close. St. Lucia was different, with black sand and all, and striking scenery.
mqew
November 17th, 2009
10:53 am
Bratz – I love the idea of going to Wine country. THAT would be nice to do in Italy or something…
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
10:54 am
LOL Leggs. Aunt Flo called and said she was packing her bags and headed this way. Several days will quickly turn into a couple of weeks considering all things.
Melo
November 17th, 2009
10:55 am
http://www.victoria-falls-safari-lodge.com/cms.php?vfsl_cms_id=118
It would be nice making luv under that white tent,sleeping on that animal skin,at nite
Some of the places in africa u folks may neve have heard of.
Enjoy!
http://www.krugerpark.co.za/
http://www.okavango-delta-safaris.com/
http://www.wheretostay.co.za/leopardrock/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nyanga_National_Park
For Real
November 17th, 2009
10:55 am
“What kind of outside the box activity can you do with a date?” – Okay I was told I should retire my “Backpak” but I can break it out. Who is game?
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
10:56 am
Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
10:57 am
The North Pole…b-y-o-p.
For Real
November 17th, 2009
10:58 am
Oh and if money is no option I wouldn’t waste it on a date.
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
11:02 am
Dream_n we’ve hiked the trail at Chateau, Stone Mountain and Providence Canyon. It’s something we enjoy. None were that challenging.
abc you are right about the panhandle. Destin/Ft Walton is a favorite vaca spot for fishing, dining and shopping. As for the caribbean, in Panama you can find both white and black sand beaches.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:03 am
@ abc – The Panhandle is a beautiful place…hmmm…i’m so glad…i’m so glad!
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
11:05 am
abc you are right. IMO the first thru the third dates should be rather low key and something that would not take the interest away from the two parties talking and getting to know each other.
I think all of dating ideas mentioned would be better suited for individuals that are beyond the just meeting stage, however they are good ideas for having fun and enjoying each other’s company.
Voice of Reason
November 17th, 2009
11:06 am
Going to give blood to the Red Cross
M. (pronounced M dot)
November 17th, 2009
11:08 am
Also, you two could also volunteer with an elementary school reading to kids or tutoring in math or science.
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
11:12 am
abc
I have to disagree. The traditional date would be going to a restaurant and sitting down to eat. How many times have people done that…or going to a movie.. yeah traditional but not really a good idea for a date IMO.
I’d rather go to a cooking class, have a picnic, go on a hot air balloon, or hiking on a trail. While it is out of the norm. I think the conversation would be a little more light and fun as oppossed to sitting at a restaurant. JMO
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:13 am
No one mentioned getting matching tattoos?
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:16 am
Not adventurous, but can be unique date…Chocolate baths at the Hershey Town Spa in PA…that place is beautiful…
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
11:18 am
not a date, but my s/o has asked if he could join me at my tuesday night volunteer work. i think that will be some great outside-the-box ‘us’ time.
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
11:19 am
Cee i was going to mention getting tatts together (not necessarily matching). or perhaps just being there for your date while they get inked. that’s fun too.
abc
November 17th, 2009
11:21 am
Movies make poor first or 2nd dates, because you just sit there and watch the movie, without much interaction. I suppose you can talk about the flick afterwards, but… big deal.
Having a nice meal for 1st, 2nd or 3rd dates (or later), on the other hand, gives a great opportunity to converse and get to know them a bit. You have to eat anyway, so why not? Dates don’t all need to be carnival rides, and frankly, hiking, beaches, etc. are more along the lines of being relaxing, not entertaining. I’d say that if it takes that much to amuse a person of interest or potential interest that they’re not interested in a nice dinner and whatever afterwards, then they’re probably not that much into me, but are rather just looking to be entertained. I’m not the entertainment committee.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
11:21 am
That’s so sweet czB!!
abc
November 17th, 2009
11:26 am
Picnic maybe, but that’s just another meal, only in an outdoor setting; classes and balloon rides aren’t ‘getting to know you’ dates. You’d not be focusing on each other much at all.
Melo
November 17th, 2009
11:27 am
or perhaps just being there for your date while they get inked. that’s fun too
Wld that be as good and as non-traditional as sitting there watching as she/he gets her teeth cleaned/pulled??
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:28 am
heehehe…abc i’m laughing at that dang “entertainment committee” right now…ha!
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
11:30 am
It’s not about being entertained or having someone entertain you. We can both got to comedy show to be entertained.
Usually you talk on the phone before you get to the date. You try to grasp what kind of person you’re dealing with and what some of their general interets are. Now me for instance … I want to be come a teacher. So if my date said be ready around 11 or 12 we’re going out, and he takes me to volunteer at a school with children. I would be more than estatic. Or if my date knew that I enjoyed to cook, and he took me to a cooking class to prepare a dish that I’ve never tried before. I think that would make for great conversation.
Some people are more traditinal on certain things and some aren’t.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:32 am
Oh…oh..ohhhhhh….Watching the History Channel then visiting moon, stars and quasars…
lol
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
11:34 am
Dream_n your 11:12 is absolutely right! and for those who want to try a cooking class, i believe the Williams Sonoma in PC offers them free.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
11:43 am
When I need a pick up here at work, there are certain songs I like to hear. George Michael’s FAITH is playing now. Love this song! BRB, going to dance around the office!
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
11:44 am
yeah, Leggs, i really <3 him for that
abc the cooking classes we’ve taken have allowed me to see him interact with others, which does offer insight on a date. you still do the traditional sit-down meal when you’re done so there’s plenty of conversation time as well.
problem is, when you do the ‘interview’ date at the restaurant people are more apt to bring their reps. when you do something that’s active and engaging you are more likely to be your natural self – giving unplanned reactions and comments in that situation. that’s the REAL you … and that’s who i want to meet.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:44 am
czBrat – The next time you visit Williams could you pick Cee up that Le Creuset Teakettle?
Merry Crimmus to me…
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:46 am
@ Leggs – You are funny dancing around the office. Have fun girl.
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
11:47 am
Should I approach? Should he approach?
Should I give him my number? Should I take his?
What is too much attention? What is just right?
Is this the representative? Is this the real person?
Kiss on the first date? When do I sex?
What about this probationary period?
What is a date? What isn’t?
Sht is just too freakin’ complicated.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
11:50 am
LOL abc you are right. If you got to layout a three ring circus to get and keep someone’s interest they probably just aren’t that into you.
Actually once you become okay and comfortable with each other just doing nothing, then you are good. Those adventures and excursions should be saved for someone you are “good” with.
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
11:54 am
Cosigning Raqi’s cosign.
Sunday, MND and I stayed in all day cuddled up on the couch, watching television. He cooked breakfast and I cooked dinner, then made us sandwiches later in the day. It was perfect.
Melo
November 17th, 2009
11:54 am
Should I approach? Should he approach?
Should I give him my number? Should I take his?
What is too much attention? What is just right?
Is this the representative? Is this the real person?
Kiss on the first date? When do I sex?
What about this probationary period?
What is a date? What isn’t?
Sht is just too freakin’ complicated
that seems like too much trouble.
Why do women put themselves under so much sheeyyyyyt and unnecessary stress!!
Guys??? we see her,we like her,approach and say hie,she likes u too,agrees to sexx today… Yessssssssss. She says No…maybe, next time.
No big deal…
keep it simple ladies
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
11:57 am
Um, Melo – that was not a statement about the female state of mind only.
And certainly not mine…it was just a recap of conversation on this blog in the last few weeks – from both sides.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
11:59 am
A Pepsi bath is kinda cool…it cost what $.50. and Mo keeps 10 on her persons any given moment.
Melo
November 17th, 2009
12:01 pm
SexyCool..nope,thats a female right there Cool,im sorry.
What man wld ask themseleves if they shld sexx the chic now or later??
Not even Rev, Bishop…(put the name here???)
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
12:02 pm
First Dates that I planned in the past….Dave and Busters, Malibu Grand Prix (Norcross), Bowling, Gun Range, Paint ball, Q-Zone (Laser Tag), pottery. Sometimes, I varied it by listening to the female’s interests. If she was a girlie girl, sweating activities wouldn’t go over well. In that case, high museum or botanical garden was more often used.
FYI, Viking has grilling and cooking schools. They are located in the Brookwood Shopping area on near the Amtrak Station on Peachtree Street (Near Wolfgang Puck express)
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
12:03 pm
As far as Thanksgiving goes, the we are not cooking. The Busy Bee is catering our dinner.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
12:04 pm
@czB, like your breakdown of the “interactive” date when cooking together.
I’m loving having all this office space to myself. Come January I believe I will have company so right now I’m taking advantage of my alone time, especially when boss is away!
Professor
November 17th, 2009
12:08 pm
Dream
Girl, you know I can change the rules…the reason I only count business days because on the weekend I am having fun eating plenty of food chilling.
I have done the hiking thingy and most of the dates people listed except for the money no object dreams…I really do not have those because I am planning for a few big events now. Listed below are just a few things I have done outside the box:
1. horseback riding- I go a lot and I love sunrise and sunset rides
2. day trips…hop on a plane catch a play or go eat a hotdog or something in a city I like…I am not big on driving so I have to fly.
3. racing…during breast cancer awareness I like to see what my car can do on the track
4. cooking classes
5. hiking
6. concerts, plays and sporting events out of town
7. Wine tasting
8. Massages (couple massages and a day at the spa)
9. apple, pumpkin and berry picking
10. Private pilot lessons
Melo
November 17th, 2009
12:10 pm
http://www.cnbc.com/id/33971461
Maybe Tyler Perry shld help out with his studio and generate more employement in the city.
Thinking outside the box...
November 17th, 2009
12:31 pm
…this ia like last Friday’s topic since all anyone did that day was think “inside the box”!
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
12:33 pm
I would think Paint Ball would be an interesting first date.
Thinking "INSIDE" the box...
November 17th, 2009
12:38 pm
@ 12:31 Well BIG DUMMY give us some ideas crickets
Mo (aka Moeisha)
November 17th, 2009
12:43 pm
Cemeeli- I need your email addy chica! I found us a website w a GAZILLION flavors of popcorn! (Margarita, Fuzzy Navel, Boston Creme Pie, Peanut Butter & Jelly, etc)
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
12:45 pm
Paintballing is fun but it sure does hurt a lot. Did anyone mention taking a dance class together….salsa, tango, etc
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
12:48 pm
Leggs
I would think Paint Ball would be an interesting first date.
It is a lot of fun, though. Occasionally, I would learn about the female’s competitive streak through it.
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
12:50 pm
I would also agree that some of these things would be more fun in more establishd relationships.
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
12:51 pm
Pappa, I went with a guy and he showed no mercy on me. FYI: the paint doesn’t taste very good either. lol
Professor
November 17th, 2009
12:52 pm
PG,
Botanical garden is a good one, and I love going to the zoo and calloway gardens too.
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
12:53 pm
I think Strip Tonk is a great way to get to know someone. It really creates a “GETTING-TO-KNOW_YOU” atomosphere. lol
MyThoughtsAreMine
November 17th, 2009
12:57 pm
I had to come in from Lurksville for this one!
Attending local high school football/basketball games
Attend a lecture on an interesting subject at a university
Making an inspiration/goal board together – involves sharing dreams
Volunteering for Habitat
Attending a 1 mile fun run or 5K walk for charity
If money were no object: sky diving
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
1:01 pm
Slim, Strip tonk has nothing on strip uno. (That wild card is really special)
Professor, the wife and I love the botanical garden. We are still members.
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
1:01 pm
Going to hear some spoken word usually is a catalyst for good conversation afterwards…or going to hear a live jazz band…doing shots & playing drinking games. lol
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:01 pm
@PoppaG, yes you’ll learn about her competitive streak and whether she has a good aim!
@SlimOne, those pellets have to hurt.
A pottery class trying to re-enact the scene from Ghost may be a first date w/o all the lust involved. Haaaa, is that possible?
Melo
November 17th, 2009
1:02 pm
Professor/Tazzee, i know u like chicken wings..check out Kluckr,thats a new app on the iphone to help u find the best chicken wing spots.
When u find a good spot with hot,juicy and crisp wings,wit hoit flavor,lemme know.
Im a friday/weekend, wing junkie myself!
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
1:02 pm
@ Poppa (Slim now secretly changing all joker cards to Uno Wild cards) lmao!
Professor
November 17th, 2009
1:04 pm
@MyThoughts… Welcome aboard!
Very good list! I really like these:
Attend a lecture on an interesting subject at a university
Making an inspiration/goal board together – involves sharing dreams
Volunteering for Habitat
Professor
November 17th, 2009
1:06 pm
Melo
Thanks for telling me about the app. I want you to tell us too if you find some hot,juicy and crisp wings,wit hoit flavor. After reading that I want a cold beer to go with those wings, and I don’t even drink beer
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
1:06 pm
Leggs
A pottery class trying to re-enact the scene from Ghost may be a first date w/o all the lust involved. Haaaa, is that possible?
There are plenty of classes in the ATL where you can get already made pottery that just needs painting. I’ve done that more on first dates than actually molding and playing in clay.
mqew
November 17th, 2009
1:12 pm
Slim – Strip Tonk was me and my SO’s fav game in college.
Poppa – OK um strip UNO and Wildcard? Please expound
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:13 pm
Thanks PoppaG, I never paid attention to that.
Lunch = steak, rice, spinach downed w/a tall glass of water.
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
1:16 pm
dog park is also a great place to connect without the pressure of trying to impress. you can go and just dog watch or you can take your pooch(s). that happens to be one of our faves because we’re both dog lovers.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:18 pm
Mo – I’ll get with you…did you find some fiyah popcone girl?
Slim Paintballing does hurt…yes maam! Try having a tourny with some ex-military folk…it was fun and we bbq’d but them military folk are serious!!
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:18 pm
Would the wildcard be like gold in one’s hand? You can pretty much dictate which piece of clothing to remove?
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
1:20 pm
Leggs, I liked the pottery painting classes because they allow you bring wine or other things. Clay can get messy. Paint can get messy too, but many times it is water based paint and can wash off easily.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:22 pm
btw – scars from Paintballing look like hickies…
@ PoppaG – Sckrip (lol) UNO…auh…i’ll leave that one alone.
@ mqew – Now you’re lil Frankenstein is how old? You tryna get another one with Strip Tonk?
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
1:24 pm
Would the wildcard be like gold in one’s hand? You can pretty much dictate which piece of clothing to remove?
Bingo!!
Leggs
I saw your comment about the stripper-wear. go to snaz75.com. Mrs. PG gets some goodies from that site. She just got a pilots costume and 8 inch hills from said site.
Seriously, though, I was just kidding.
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
1:25 pm
what do yous think of taking someone to a peewee/lil league/youth soccer game as a date? something outdoors where you don’t know any of the kiddies. you get to just watch, laugh and enjoy.
it just occurred to me this is something the s/o and i should do. when we go to our teens’ games it’s intense. it would be fun to go watch the little ones just starting out and remember when the game was just a game.
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
1:26 pm
@Cee what terrified me the most when I went paintballing were all the little kids that were probably taught to use a gun and hunt deer when they were 3 years old. They were all out there in fatigues, armor, extra ammo on their backs…it was vewy vewy scary.
Mo (aka Moeisha)
November 17th, 2009
1:27 pm
Cemeeli – When you find a place that makes Bahama Mama popcorn/Buffalo Wing popcorn/ Chili n Lime popcorn….I had to share chica!! LOL
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:27 pm
That sounds good, PoppaG. I’ll keep that in mind going forward.
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
1:28 pm
Cee, don’t worry about skrip uno. You got those mermaid outfits for your ol’ man. What you do with those is your business.
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
1:29 pm
speaking of flavored popcorn … anyone know where i can find flavored salts for popcorn? went to wally-world because the web said they carried it but they don’t. i’m trying to plan a movie night and i figure the novelty of flavored salts will get my ‘roomies’ to spend some cuddle time on the couch with their mommy.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:29 pm
@ czBrat – I am a big proponent of attending peewee (little league) games…They are fun period. Oh and the pure comedy of the kid haps are priceless…
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:31 pm
My 1:27 was in reference to the pottery class w/wine and other items.
The snaz75.com has been noted in my book and will be placed in my favorites when I get home. Good looking out PoppaG!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:31 pm
PoppaG – hahaha…you are off the chain, son.
Leave my mermaid outfit out of this!!
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
1:33 pm
Cee
I am a big proponent of attending peewee (little league) games…They are fun period. Oh and the pure comedy of the kid haps are priceless…
I agree. I am a big fan of tee ball. The little kids are funny. They prefer chasing the running around the bases instead of throwing it the particular base. It is funny.
mqew
November 17th, 2009
1:33 pm
Oh Leggs – THANKS!
Ceemee – Monster man is 2. 3 in Feb. Yes we are actually trying for another
It’s either now or never…
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:34 pm
what terrified me the most when I went paintballing were all the little kids that were probably taught to use a gun and hunt deer when they were 3 years old. They were all out there in fatigues, armor, extra ammo on their backs…it was vewy vewy scary.
Slim – Don’t play ‘em lightly! There are some that were raised to “draw” before they could spell hunt or paint, okay!! Yes..there is a place that they have all the huntin’ stuff for a kid as small as 2-3 years old in this lil ole town called the DouglasvilleofHiramPauldingCounty…don’t eva forget these two spots.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:37 pm
Yes we are actually trying for another It’s either now or never…
mqew awww…Can you scutch on over here and sit by Mr. Grande? I’ll make sure he and you try the same BlogBar drinks, i’ll serve…thanks.
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
1:39 pm
Saw Lil Mo play soccer a few weeks ago. It was the best fun.
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
1:39 pm
Cee….We all know that you love the aquarium.
Leggs….that website is known to be cheaper than Look of Atlanta ( the shoe model-wear store next the Tattletale on Piedmont Ave).
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
1:40 pm
Cee & Poppa i agree. we will definitely do that! i’m already looking forward to reliving the early soccer days when we just shouted “run, run! kick it!” now it’s “watch your off-sides! man-on! switch field! you got drop!”
when my son played t-ball he would sit in the outfield throwing dirt in the air just to have it rain down on him.
when a player finally got a hit the whole team would chase after the ball!!
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
1:41 pm
Why did noone ever tell my how great Hooter’s wings and cheese sticks are! The have great Daquiri’s and lemon shots too…
On topic
cbratz
I haven’t purchased a dog yet (i will be soon), but that idea is fab.
LongTimeLurker :-)
November 17th, 2009
1:42 pm
Mz Leggs – Looks of Atlanta on Piedmont Road has some very nice items.
Not inexpensive but they have sales every few months.
Botanical Gardens, Callaway/Little White House, Indian Springs, cooking class, wine tasting, salsa lessons, skiing, ice skating, gun range, house/condo tours, museum or anywhere near water would all be nice first dates for me.
If money were no object, somewhere in Bali, Tahiti, Caribbean or Africa with five stars would be my choice. May it happen soon!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:43 pm
@ czBrat – Flavored popcorn butter is in TJMaxx, seriously and i’ve seen it in Burlington Coat Factory as well. Weird, i know…not a place you’d think.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:44 pm
When you say “cheaper” than Look of Atlanta are you referring to the price or quality of merchandise? I won’t even dare open these sites here at work so I’ll have to wait until I get home.
mqew
November 17th, 2009
1:46 pm
Ceemee- Girl if I show up in that bar I’d probably get pushed off the stool or clear the room
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:52 pm
Thanks PoppagG/Longtime. Absolutely amazing the things you learn here.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:52 pm
@ mqew – lol…now you wont…i’m jus harrassing you and, PoppaGrande. The do have a babymaking blogdrink around here…lemme see…
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
1:53 pm
alrighty then. thanx Cee. NEVER would have thought to look in those stores.
Lurker great idea on the ice skating. we’ve done the salsa & home touring for a good time, too. if by ‘tours’ you mean those guided tours then “no”. but we have checked out open houses and model homes just for pricing and decorating ideas.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:56 pm
@czB ~ thought your last line would have read differently giving what a blogger said a few days ago about model homes. Carry on!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
1:56 pm
@ czBrat – I meant you’ll find “popcorn salt”…i said butter…but salt…
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
1:56 pm
That should read “given”
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
2:01 pm
Leggs
Cheaper in price. They are usually the same stuff, but without the markup.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
2:02 pm
tryna reach you Mo…my cb radio don’t work no mo’…
LongTimeLurker :-)
November 17th, 2009
2:08 pm
@poppa grande – thx for the info i’ll check them out too…
@czBrat – yeah i meant unguided open house tours like the loft tour in castelberry hill, midtown etc. you can go on your own and yeah its cool to see how folks have decorated, some hidden backyard gems, and some kind homeowners have snacks and adult drinks…
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
2:11 pm
Again, thank you!
KP (http://www.chatkafeonline.com)
November 17th, 2009
2:16 pm
Good afternoon blog fam! I’m lurking a little bit today.
Question for the ladies of MIA…
Would you be okay accepting a first date like Callaway Gardens or Chateau Elan? Or would it be considered too intimate of an environment for a first date with someone you may not truly know? Just curious…
Broke Back
November 17th, 2009
2:22 pm
This blog should ban senior citizens. Pityful! Tombout going to stip clubs. Amazing how the only old person writing went straight to a sex ‘em date. Whatever are we coming to?
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
2:23 pm
KP IMO any place that is known as a “getaway” is too intimate for a first date.
LongTimeLurker :-)
November 17th, 2009
2:25 pm
boy i’m a busy lurker lol! @kp – if the person and i had been talking for a while and just hadnt been on the first date, i would def accept either as a day trip, not including an overnight stay…. chateau is very romantic but has other stuff too, so for me it would be a great blend of romantic but not so over the top to make me uncomfortable as a first date. callaway and little white house i dont find romantic as i find them fun depending on the guy, this good be a nice first date.
LongTimeLurker :-)
November 17th, 2009
2:25 pm
boy i’m a busy lurker lol! @kp – if the person and i had been talking for a while and just hadnt been on the first date, i would def accept either as a day trip, not including an overnight stay…. chateau is very romantic but has other stuff too, so for me it would be a great blend of romantic but not so over the top to make me uncomfortable as a first date. callaway and little white house i dont find romantic as i find them fun depending on the guy, this good be a nice first date.
LongTimeLurker :-)
November 17th, 2009
2:25 pm
boy i’m a busy lurker lol! @kp – if the person and i had been talking for a while and just hadnt been on the first date, i would def accept either as a day trip, not including an overnight stay…. chateau is very romantic but has other stuff too, so for me it would be a great blend of romantic but not so over the top to make me uncomfortable as a first date. callaway and little white house i dont find romantic as i find them fun depending on the guy, this good be a nice first date.
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
2:26 pm
Raqi
IMO any place that is known as a “getaway” is too intimate for a first date.
I used to wonder about that back in the day when I used to watch the old dating game show where they gave trips to Cancun, or Hawaii for first dates. What if you don’t like each other?
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
2:27 pm
Hi KP
the nice thing about both the places you referenced is that they’re an easy day trip from the metro area. before the first date you’ve probably spent some time in phone convo, so you should be comfortable enough with each other to spend a day of walking, talking & taking advantage of all there is to do in those “intimate” settings without a required overnight stay.
LongTimeLurker :-)
November 17th, 2009
2:28 pm
sooo sorry, i promise i didnt send that comment 3 times…
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
2:29 pm
they gave trips to Cancun, or Hawaii
Yeah Poppa that is a bit much for a first date. You don’t even know each other. Why waste that kind of money? First dates should be kept simple and light.
Professor
November 17th, 2009
2:30 pm
@ KP,
I agree with czBrat and Longtime lurker…I think it makes for a nice day trip where you can talk and have fun. IMO~if someone took me there on a first date I would not be thinking about being itimate, but I am not that kind of girl
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
2:31 pm
I don’t know KP… sometimes we should start at the gas station first, and considering the cost, do i like him/her, long trip awkwardness of it all…this maybe a time…AND considering gas prices are creeping up again…a first date on a road trip is for the “special”.
Poppa Grande
November 17th, 2009
2:31 pm
The rat that powers the blog must have H1N1 and is slow about powering the blog.
Melo
November 17th, 2009
2:31 pm
not including an overnight stay
why not over nite LongtLurker???
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
2:32 pm
What if you don’t like each other?
BINGO!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
2:33 pm
a moonpie, and a stoop is good if i like you…
Strong Back
November 17th, 2009
2:33 pm
It is not the snow on the chimmney, but the fire in the stove
So Broke back are you a shehim like the movie?
KP (http://www.chatkafeonline.com)
November 17th, 2009
2:37 pm
Thanks for the feedback ladies!
I wonder how many men would offer such a romantic first date without subconsciously thinking about the payoff(aka ‘the cookie’)?
Melo…in your days of romancing young ladies would you offer to take a young lady to a getaway location and NOT plan for the occasion (’the cookie’)?
What about the other fellas on this blog? How many of you have been on a getaway date and found it to be great experience?
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
2:37 pm
@BrokeBack ~ I think you’re mistaken…there aren’t any old people on this blog, yet along any senior citizens. Perhaps you forgot, but if you’re dating you’re sexing. No one said a “first” date, just an “out of the box” date. Perhaps you’re too young to really read with an understanding!
BSandwich
November 17th, 2009
2:38 pm
I know movies are trite, but hitting up the drive in is a pretty good first date. You bring all the items to make for a great evening, and end up chatting the entire time, while the movie plays in the background.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
2:38 pm
To further my comment, most people who are dating are sexing, not all.
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
2:38 pm
A moonpie… you took it back CEE
I used to love those. They used to be 10 cents.
KP (http://www.chatkafeonline.com)
November 17th, 2009
2:38 pm
@LongtimeLurker…were you trying to prove a point with the multiple posts…LOL
Broke Back
November 17th, 2009
2:38 pm
Shehims? Not me. No same anything here
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
2:42 pm
BSandwich i’ve tried to introduce my blog buds to the drive-in. i thought i was the only one so …. welcome! (i was just there again saturday for precious)
Broke Back
November 17th, 2009
2:43 pm
You answered so would you be the oldie? If perhaps I’m too young to understand then perhaps you’re too old to be here. Don’t you have grandchildren or knitting or cats or quilts you could be attending?
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
2:44 pm
There is a such thing as certain things have to be earned. You don’t go spending all kinds of money for someone you don’t even know if you like or not. And like Cemeeli said, to be on the road that long with someone you have not gotten to know can create some stifling awkwardness.
Driving for up to hours…suppose you don’t like the same kind of music. And you gonna run out of stuff to talk about in one day.
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
2:46 pm
czbratz
Not the drive in lol
I’ve been there once and that was so long ago.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
2:46 pm
@Raqi ~ you got mail.
Melo
November 17th, 2009
2:47 pm
would you offer to take a young lady to a getaway location and NOT plan for the occasion (’the cookie’)?
KP?? u a christian male and married…i got a qstion for u later if the answer is affirmative.
To ur qstion,if the chic has agreed to go to a gateaway locatiion,the cookie(occasion?) needs no planning for. U plan for the good swirl in terms of the activities.The cookie is what u get as a pat on the back.
The best way to have it is not to think about it.That may cause an accident be4 u get to the destination,remeber,the chic is sitting in the car/plane,right beside u,wearing soem skimpy maybe and her leather…i mean..cleavage is tantalazing to ur horny eyes.
Dont thunk it.
Hard to do tho,esp if ur mileage is still young.
Now u a christian and married??
Mo (aka Moeisha)
November 17th, 2009
2:49 pm
SCool – I meant to tell you Lil Mo had a great game this past weekend, scored two goals. And it was even funnier! There was a lil boy out there with this HUGE green w white polka dots tie on (had to be part of his halloween costume) and he was so not into the game! You would have cried from laughing so much!
Cemeeli – here you go chica, http://www.kernelencorepopcorn.com/
BSandwich
November 17th, 2009
2:49 pm
@czBrat..I couldn’t tell you what went on in any of the movies we were supposed to be watching
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
2:49 pm
i can only speak for myself, but the last two relationships i was in started with lots of phone & email conversation (as well as hanging with mutual friends) before spending one-on-one time. although we didn’t do anything as ‘romantic’ as a day trip, i certainly think it would have worked out well because i wouldn’t have been hitting the road with someone i’d just met at a bar. but that’s just me
Strong Back
November 17th, 2009
2:50 pm
Yep I saw you strolling around with your pumps on. Only a “nut” would identify with Broke Back.
Shehim how is down low dating going these days? Do you date older or younger dudes
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
2:52 pm
Of course I answered since I was the one you’re referring to who posted about the strip joint. Come on, don’t need to be a rocket scientist. Just telling you there are no senior citizens or old folk on this blog, including myself. Hell, I’m probably more youthful in spirit than you will ever be (especially if you reach my age), Son!
You stupid arse punk. Do I sound like I have grandchildren, cats or even knit! Haaaaaa, you can only hope to have as great a disposition as I when you reach my age given what I’ve gone through in my 51 years of living….yes indeed and I’m proud of every year. BTW, there are a few lurkers older than me!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
2:55 pm
KP – Auh, you tryna get stoned today? You asked the blog and they answered…then you go and ask more men, not that PoppaG and Melo chimed in..that’s like asking for a shank move on ya’. You have dialogue from 2, the others now you know they gon come in like DownByLay…oh yeah nevermind, carry on!
KP (http://www.chatkafeonline.com)
November 17th, 2009
2:55 pm
@Melo…I knew you’d keep it 100 (ain’t that what the young folks say?)
To answer your question…I am an unmarried Christian male.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
2:56 pm
Leggs, back at you.
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
2:56 pm
Mo – TWO GOALS!!! Hot damn!!! He was AWEsome!!! (Publix soccer commercial)….
Polka dot tie….I’m rotfl just picturing it!
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
2:56 pm
@Leggs hole up now! I have a cat…sposed to mean?
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
2:57 pm
LOL @ BSandwich when we go to the drive-in we actually watch the movie
we do lots of eating, drinking, talking and laughing too, but we do watch the movie(s).
itpdude
November 17th, 2009
2:57 pm
The Clermont Lounge. It’s where I take all my Valentines.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
2:59 pm
@czB, its’s ok for young folk to have a cat, but if an older person has a cat, it takes on an entire new meaning. That’s all.
KP (http://www.chatkafeonline.com)
November 17th, 2009
2:59 pm
@Cemeeli…I’m in chill mode today. I am in a relaxed state of mind and trying to get the diverse opinions of the blog brethren. Since Melo and I have exchanged thoughts in the past I knew he’d keep it real.
Today is a no stoning KP day!
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
3:01 pm
czBrat, where are these drive-ins you are going to? The last time I mentioned finding one here in the Atlanta area I was told that unless I was looking to get robbed I better stay away from the ones here.
We make our own drive-in at the house. A DVD projector, a screen (or sheet), some popcorn and some lawn/patio chairs out on the back lawn. Voila, our own safe drive-in theater. LOL
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
3:02 pm
LMBO @ Today is a no stoning KP day!
whatchu talkin bout Leggs?????
Professor
November 17th, 2009
3:02 pm
Leggs
I must say I did not know your age when I started posting (I thought you were in your late 20s or early 30s with wisdom), but like you said you have a very young spirit and it seems like you really enjoy life. So whether you are 51 or 101 you bring a lot of value and laughs to this blog.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
3:02 pm
Mo – Shut up!
What SexyCool say, Double-You-Te-Eff?!!
^^^ that crap might be wrong as all get out
SexyCool - Smiling.
November 17th, 2009
3:04 pm
Naw…that was right. LOL!
Mo (aka Moeisha)
November 17th, 2009
3:04 pm
SCool – LMAO! Yeah he was awesome! All weekend it was “mommy are you proud of me??” As for the HUGE green bowtie, I guess he was ust expressing himself…..MUCH to my amusement cause lawd knows I laughed err’time he hit the field!
Next up – basketball season…..more laughs to come!
Hey Truth you lurkin????
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
3:06 pm
KP that’s the thing. Certain places usually implies certain things. A guy asking a woman to ‘chateau elan’ on a first date will not set too well with any women that I know. Now if it’s like Melo said and they have discussed what’s expected by the man with him going all out like that, then that’s a different story.
First dates, keep it simple, keep it light.
BSandwich
November 17th, 2009
3:06 pm
Raqi…the safe drive in sounds fun too. Starlight Drive-In down Moreland is okay, but the locale could be a little questionable
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
3:07 pm
@czB ~ The reference was made about old people. About me being old. The implication was made that a sign that one is old is that they knit, already have grandchildren and most own cat(s). If a younger person owns a cat, it’s ok, they have a pet. An older person has one because that’s their only companion! As Page1908 would always say, GTFOOH!!
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
3:07 pm
The last time I mentioned finding one here in the Atlanta area I was told that unless I was looking to get robbed I better stay away from the ones here.
yeah, Raqi, that’s what he blog has advised. the drive-in is on Moreland. it’s in the hood, but as i’ve said before i’ve been going for 20 years without a single incident. i’ve gone alone, with my s/o and as a family. during my separation and just after the divorce when money was tight, my kids & i looked forward to the drive-in because that was the only way i could afford to take them to the movies. kids are free, you pack up all your own food & drink to save $$$, and you get three movies for the price of one.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
3:08 pm
i want all that popcorn!!!
I ain’t never leaving the house…bootleg movies here i coooooommmmme…lol…jus’ playin’, im’ kiddin blog police…
Wise Diva
November 17th, 2009
3:09 pm
Creative ideas, I love it!
Dream_n- 9 days til turkey day
November 17th, 2009
3:09 pm
If a younger person owns a cat, it’s ok, they have a pet. An older person has one because that’s their only companion!
I am officially cracking up at my desk right now!!
SlimOne
November 17th, 2009
3:10 pm
Leggs Okie doke (Said as I lent roll the cat hair off the arse of my black slacks)
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
3:11 pm
Thank you Professor!
Melo
November 17th, 2009
3:12 pm
KP??
I am an unmarried Christian male
and u dont do the derty,right??
Now,u dont qualify to answer the qstion i have.
Any married christian male in da house??
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
3:15 pm
in my best Mr. Brown voice…
Cora, who dat messin with Leggs? Now they gonna havta come through me…
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
3:17 pm
k Leggs, i hadn’t noticed any posts about cats and old people. i just didn’t get where your post to me was coming from, but i’ll go back & see what i missed.
Cee once i find this flavored salt i’ll be borrowing some bootlegs to make our movie night complete
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
3:18 pm
@ Mo – I ordered a few buckets of Otis Spunkmeyer cookies from a fundraiser…gurl, i made those Strawberry Shortcake cookies and some butter popcorn while i was watching “Stomp The Yard” last Saturday…i was in HEAVEN laying on the sofa chillin.
Mo (aka Moeisha)
November 17th, 2009
3:19 pm
Cemeeli – I TOLD YOU CHICA!! Im STILL trying to figure out which flavors I want! LOL
Love, Beautiful
November 17th, 2009
3:31 pm
@KP
**Would you be okay accepting a first date like Callaway Gardens or Chateau Elan? Or would it be considered too intimate of an environment for a first date with someone you may not truly know? Just curious…**
that would be too much for me! a first date should be quick and fun. just had one last weekend . . . bowling and a cup of joe.
the date you described, we would be in love fo sho.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
3:32 pm
Mo, I am glad you posted that link. I usually buy the tins around this time of the year for my son. I was noticing the other day how small the cans have gotten. They are still $5 but are about a 3rd smaller.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
3:34 pm
Glad you’re laughing, Dream_n! There’s nothing like it except a cold beer or nice cold glass of water!
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
3:35 pm
the date you described, we would be in love fo sho.
honestly, people, hiking the vinyards was hardly romantic. and the drive was less than 30 minutes.
Love, Beautiful
November 17th, 2009
3:35 pm
anyone watching my boi Steve kick azz this season (Tough Love)? whoa!
bbl.
Lord Velonese (Hardy Har Har)
November 17th, 2009
3:35 pm
I have an idea for a first date, WILD BOAR hunting, a pair of M-16s, running though the forest being chased by half crazed pig that wants nothing more than to tusk you to death, good times!
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
3:35 pm
From the Boy Scouts Raqi?
Yea, the BS popcorn has gotten skimpy…i was at Lowes and was almost taken…they didn’t have change for what i’d paid for so i was pressed for time and passed on them this time. Poor thing couldn’t even make change for the 5 dollar donation.
Love, Beautiful
November 17th, 2009
3:37 pm
**hiking the vinyards**
i’m visualizing hand holding. i’m jus sayin’.
Lord Velonese (Hardy Har Har)
November 17th, 2009
3:37 pm
Three Words Daily – Extreme the Dream
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
3:40 pm
yeah Love, you could take it there if you two are a couple and you wanna be touchy-feely to set the mood for later. but for first dates it’s just a pleasant and slightly challenging walk. just enough that you can keep up convo and enjoy he scenery.
Cemeeli
November 17th, 2009
3:45 pm
there is free admission into for your child Ga. Aquarium with this
AWE: Princess Day – 11/21”!.
B.Y.O.T. (Bring Your Own Tiara)…or Crown for the princes out there!
When: THIS Saturday, November 21st
Where: Georgia Aquarium Atrium (meet in small breakroom
Professor
November 17th, 2009
3:49 pm
Epiphany: Lord V comes in everyday after the school bell rings and the big cheese drops him off.
If you look closely you will see his door key hanging around his neck on a dirty shoestring.
Greetings Lord V…please don’t eat too many apple jacks there are still three more days left in the week, and don’t forget to study your spelling words.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
3:51 pm
What about making Christmas ornaments? That could be something fun to do. Take a trip to the craft store and buy some stuff to make your own personalized ornaments. Or you can use some stuff you have around the house to add some sentimental value.
Raqi
November 17th, 2009
3:54 pm
I just realized I don’t have to make dinner tonight. Yaaay Me.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
3:56 pm
@czB ~ in case you haven’t found it yet you can see his response about cats @ 2:43.
Mo (aka Moeisha)
November 17th, 2009
3:58 pm
Raqi – you’re welcome! I am such a popcorn junkie, that website came right on time!
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
4:01 pm
now Raqi that really is a great idea, but something i would do with the s/o (not a first date).
oh yeah Leggs i saw that mess. you threw me for a minute when you posted to me talking about pets/only companions. that’s why i asked what you were talking about. i hadn’t been following that convo at all. btw – nooooo way to guess your age based on what i’ve read from you here! ^5
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
4:08 pm
Me too, Raqi. I made homemade chicken noodle soup Sunday so I cooked steaks last night for tonight’s dinner just to break up lil leggs dinner of the same thing each night.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
4:11 pm
Melo
November 17th, 2009
4:19 pm
Leggs??
u see me??
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
4:30 pm
Yeah just saw you!
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
4:31 pm
Don’t want you to think I forgot you Cee ~ {{saluting}}!
Broke Back
November 17th, 2009
4:50 pm
Only a “nut” would identify with Broke Back.
This one is for you STRONG BACK, only an idiot would assume the title to a movie and a moniker carries the same meaning and related. Did you for once think maybe my back is broken because I got it blown out while facing my SO. Say what say what now?
Lady Velonese
November 17th, 2009
4:54 pm
Mi Lord is hooked on phonics
Strong Back
November 17th, 2009
4:58 pm
i know that dude hurt yo back reel good when you was pfacing him grinden winden moving yo hips to the broke back beat
Beautiful
November 17th, 2009
4:58 pm
Well maybe not n love but def chemistry
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
4:58 pm
@BrokeBack ~ thank you for taking the time to think about me. It seems that I have officially arrived!!! I too now have a cowardly regular blogger afraid to address me directly (majority of the regulars know my age).
Peace to all the residents of Blogsville n Lurkersville. Good night!
Professor
November 17th, 2009
5:01 pm
…stepping out!
Shout out to all the lurkers aka voyuers out there peeping in
Broke Back
November 17th, 2009
5:01 pm
For Strong Back
Fa sho
Lurker
November 17th, 2009
5:02 pm
I HAVE A CAT. AM I WRONG?
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
5:04 pm
Only if that’s your only companion and your old and shriveled up!
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
5:04 pm
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
5:05 pm
noooooooo Leggs you left without dropping your usual pearls
ciao!
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
5:12 pm
‘OLD’ IS WHEN….
You are cautioned to slow down by the doctor instead of by the police.
Does this suffice, czB???
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
5:13 pm
Or how about this one, czB ~
‘OLD’ IS WHEN….
Your friends compliment you on your new alligator shoes And you’re barefoot.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
5:14 pm
Here’s another for you ~
‘OLD’ IS WHEN…
An ‘all nighter’ means not getting up to use the bathroom.
You like that one?
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
5:15 pm
Here’s a gem ~
‘OLD’ IS WHEN…
Your sweetie says, ‘Let’s go upstairs And make love,’ and you answer, ‘Pick one; I can’t do both!’
HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
MrHughes
November 17th, 2009
5:16 pm
I’ve taken dates to Arts Festivals before. I took my last date to the Georgia Aquarium for their Friday Night Jazz Journeys series. It was nice to take a relaxing stroll around the aquarium and not get bumped into tons of stollers and screaming children. And, we even touched sting rays and other sea creatures. It’s a very very cool date. The music was cool and there was food and drink available. Afterwards you can take a strolling to Centennial Park and watch kids play in the rings.
I like taking dates with me while I’m shopping. For example, if I need to buy a shower curtain, then why not. I have to be there. It gives us something to do that’s low key, so there’s no “interview” factor. And, if we don’t like each other there’s a way out. Not doing chateau elon or jumping out of a plane. Activities where you are bonded to that person or you should get your will in order before doing are not good 1st date activities in my opinion.
I’d like to take a date to the airport and people watch. That sounds cool, but it has to be the right kind of person.
Do like dude in 40 days and Nights… he took home girl on the bus.
Leggs
November 17th, 2009
5:16 pm
Opened talking about sex, may as well end the day talking about it!
Enjoy!
czBrat
November 17th, 2009
5:25 pm
LMAO! yes Leggs, me likey! thanx & g’nite