Pussification? I suppose you swill beer and eat steaks while neffing?
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Well yes but I don't nef.
Puny bolder not bother Moonbeam.
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Well yes but I don't nef.
Puny bolder not bother Moonbeam.
Everyone needs someone to hate. People who post here all day hate men who don't conform to standard (to this culture) interpretations of manhood. You hate troglodytes. It's like the circle of life.
thought that was possibly from the onion.
kinda makes sense though. My gf spends insane amounts of her money on a dizzying array of scented soaps, creams, and anti-wrinkle lotions. It's consumer culture. Fashion and the like are ideally suited for consumption because every season there's a "new look" to buy. What's especially noteable about this particular variety of goods is that they really don't offer anything substantive. Instead of a real good, you're buying a method of marketing yourself.
The question is to whom, and for what.
The answer is boredom.
It's a byzantine equation, but in the end 90% of the masses are just running around cutting their hair, buying trendy clothing, and socializing with other empty vessels of marketing.
consumption nauseates me.
kinda makes sense though. My gf spends insane amounts of her money on a dizzying array of scented soaps, creams, and anti-wrinkle lotions. It's consumer culture. Fashion and the like are ideally suited for consumption because every season there's a "new look" to buy. What's especially noteable about this particular variety of goods is that they really don't offer anything substantive. Instead of a real good, you're buying a method of marketing yourself.
The question is to whom, and for what.
The answer is boredom.
It's a byzantine equation, but in the end 90% of the masses are just running around cutting their hair, buying trendy clothing, and socializing with other empty vessels of marketing.
consumption nauseates me.
WinkeyPinkey, you not know nothing. Me love troglodyte men. Me want them be happy. Me want them be good fathers. You not know nothing. Me trogoldyte medicine man. Me love you.
Why is it that society seems to think there's something wrong with men acting like men and women acting like women? All this BS about how men need to get in touch with their feminine side and how women need to act like one of the guys, especially if they want to get ahead in the workplace.
It's moronic. I say, work with what you have. Women and men are different, get over it. So what if men want to drink beer and watch sports and "fix things"? So what if women would rather go shopping and spend hours to look just so and worry that these jeans make her butt look big? And all you people who believe society is to "blame", get back down here to planet Earth and take a look at the rest of the life on this planet. Rarely do you see males and females of two species who behave exactly alike, in fact in most cases the differences are extremely pronounced. You can't argue with genetics, men and women are different and will behave differently. Men should stop trying to "get in touch with their feminine side" and women should really, really, stop trying to act like one of the guys when it comes to work. Each sex has unique things to offer to every situation, it's stupid for them to try and act the same. I don't know why this kind of behavior is considered enlightened or better than the alternative.
It's moronic. I say, work with what you have. Women and men are different, get over it. So what if men want to drink beer and watch sports and "fix things"? So what if women would rather go shopping and spend hours to look just so and worry that these jeans make her butt look big? And all you people who believe society is to "blame", get back down here to planet Earth and take a look at the rest of the life on this planet. Rarely do you see males and females of two species who behave exactly alike, in fact in most cases the differences are extremely pronounced. You can't argue with genetics, men and women are different and will behave differently. Men should stop trying to "get in touch with their feminine side" and women should really, really, stop trying to act like one of the guys when it comes to work. Each sex has unique things to offer to every situation, it's stupid for them to try and act the same. I don't know why this kind of behavior is considered enlightened or better than the alternative.
There is no such thing as a feminine side. You're either masculine, or feminine, or in some cases, both. People are idiots and don't know wtf they are talking about.
Much of this preoccupation with style that seems to be portrayed in the article, I am guessing, is most likely attributed to a preoccupation with vanity, which makes them appear more feminine, and is stereotypical of gay men.
I'm guilty of many of the activities described when it comes to knowing more about certain things; such as fabrics, foods, the quality of clothing, etc., however, this is more of a buyer's awareness than anything else. I prefer to spend money wisely and purchase quality, long-lasting products, although I will call for specific brands of tequila when I'm drinking.
I'm guilty of many of the activities described when it comes to knowing more about certain things; such as fabrics, foods, the quality of clothing, etc., however, this is more of a buyer's awareness than anything else. I prefer to spend money wisely and purchase quality, long-lasting products, although I will call for specific brands of tequila when I'm drinking.
When I read the title to this thread, I had envisioned something more along the line of people accomplished in having sex in the back of a Geo Metro, a feat of contortionism for certain. Needless to say I was bitterly dissapointed.
Hmm, me thinks 'metrosexual' is a euphemism for closet homo or someone in denial of their homosexuality.
I don't understand why we need to associate someone grooming habits with sexuality. If you spend more on hair care stuff, so what? Most men would spend more money for a nice suit, so big deal if a guy whats to look good another way. And in no way does it relate to his sexual preference either way. How many other things can we do this for? Metrosexual if fine, but if someone decided to use something similar on a white guy acting hispanic everyone would yell at him for using hispanic stereotypes.
Originally posted by: BatmanNate
When I read the title to this thread, I had envisioned something more along the line of people accomplished in having sex in the back of a Geo Metro, a feat of contortionism for certain. Needless to say I was bitterly dissapointed.
I was thinking the subway, or metropolis sex, but yeah me too.
metrosexual is nothing more than a synonym for homosexual. I think it's time that schools teach the values of being a man and liking the vagina. All this euro-imported asexual hoopla is degrading american values. Any man that wears pink or is seen picking out lavender (or any other color) for his bed curtains should be dealt with harshly. But not too harsh, they might like it.
Well, fsck, I must be a real pussy male then.
I love to cook with my All-Clad cookware, I watch HGTV, I like visiting Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn, I use shampoo and conditioner separately, I have a rubber duckie themed bathroom, I own yellow, mango, orange, baby blue and lavender colored shirts (as well as darker colors), I don't eat meat unless it is inconvenient or prohibitive to eat vegetarian food, I drink wine instead of beer, I light candles in my fireplace instead of burning wood. What else? I'd buy a Honda CR-V, a Toyota Prius or a Subaru Forester but never a Camaro or hulking SUV. I understand the difference between 18/10, 18/8 and 18/0 flatware and Egyptian and Pima cotton towels. I asked for a table runner as a Christmas present from my sister.
Damn, I guess I'm just a woman trapped in a man's body.
I don't want to be someone I am not and I am not a traditional manly man, not even close. So why fight it? I'm a sensitive person with an acuity for touch-feely things like design and function. I think most people think I am gay because I am so well-tuned to my feminine side. If it weren't for the fact that gayness is still considered "evil" by a large segment of the population, this "is he or isn't he" crap wouldn't bother me. But it does to a certain degree for no one wants to feel alienation or hatred. However there is one advantage to aging and that is a growing pool of wisdom. At the age of 30, I can brush off the trivial things that seem to concern most adolescents and pre-adults, which includes most of the people on this forum. Existence extends far beyond labels and stereotypes.
Of course my obsessions also include rather non-feminine subjects like personal finance, audio, home theater, motoring, astronomy, meteorology and of course, personal computing. Call me Stevie, the tomboy, good grief.
I love to cook with my All-Clad cookware, I watch HGTV, I like visiting Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn, I use shampoo and conditioner separately, I have a rubber duckie themed bathroom, I own yellow, mango, orange, baby blue and lavender colored shirts (as well as darker colors), I don't eat meat unless it is inconvenient or prohibitive to eat vegetarian food, I drink wine instead of beer, I light candles in my fireplace instead of burning wood. What else? I'd buy a Honda CR-V, a Toyota Prius or a Subaru Forester but never a Camaro or hulking SUV. I understand the difference between 18/10, 18/8 and 18/0 flatware and Egyptian and Pima cotton towels. I asked for a table runner as a Christmas present from my sister.
Damn, I guess I'm just a woman trapped in a man's body.
I don't want to be someone I am not and I am not a traditional manly man, not even close. So why fight it? I'm a sensitive person with an acuity for touch-feely things like design and function. I think most people think I am gay because I am so well-tuned to my feminine side. If it weren't for the fact that gayness is still considered "evil" by a large segment of the population, this "is he or isn't he" crap wouldn't bother me. But it does to a certain degree for no one wants to feel alienation or hatred. However there is one advantage to aging and that is a growing pool of wisdom. At the age of 30, I can brush off the trivial things that seem to concern most adolescents and pre-adults, which includes most of the people on this forum. Existence extends far beyond labels and stereotypes.
Of course my obsessions also include rather non-feminine subjects like personal finance, audio, home theater, motoring, astronomy, meteorology and of course, personal computing. Call me Stevie, the tomboy, good grief.
Originally posted by: mithrandir2001
Well, fsck, I must be a real pussy male then.
I love to cook with my All-Clad cookware, I watch HGTV, I like visiting Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn, I use shampoo and conditioner separately, I have a rubber duckie themed bathroom, I own yellow, mango, orange, baby blue and lavender colored shirts (as well as darker colors), I don't eat meat unless it is inconvenient or prohibitive to eat vegetarian food, I drink wine instead of beer, I light candles in my fireplace instead of burning wood. What else? I'd buy a Honda CR-V, a Toyota Prius or a Subaru Forester but never a Camaro or hulking SUV. I understand the difference between 18/10, 18/8 and 18/0 flatware and Egyptian and Pima cotton towels. I asked for a table runner as a Christmas present from my sister.
Damn, I guess I'm just a woman trapped in a man's body.
I don't want to be someone I am not and I am not a traditional manly man, not even close. So why fight it? I'm a sensitive person with an acuity for touch-feely things like design and function. I think most people think I am gay because I am so well-tuned to my feminine side. If it weren't for the fact that gayness is still considered "evil" by a large segment of the population, this "is he or isn't he" crap wouldn't bother me. But it does to a certain degree for no one wants to feel alienation or hatred. However there is one advantage to aging and that is a growing pool of wisdom. At the age of 30, I can brush off the trivial things that seem to concern most adolescents and pre-adults, which includes most of the people on this forum. Existence extends far beyond labels and stereotypes.
Of course my obsessions also include rather non-feminine subjects like personal finance, audio, home theater, motoring, astronomy, meteorology and of course, personal computing. Call me Stevie, the tomboy, good grief.
You, sir, qualify to be a metrosexual, i.e. gay.
So what's a closet metrosexual, a supposedly gay guy that likes shopping and chatting with women, but secretly wants to DH(er)ITB?
Yeah, here you go:
Last time I was at Target, I spent about 10 minutes deciding which grill tongs to buy. I held at least 4 different kinds in my hands and analyzed their feel, weight and spring action. I liked the Michael Graves design for overall aesthetics but ended up with a Oneida pair for their attractive price and the sleek satin-nickel finish. The social reactionaries would describe my behavior as certainly queer but what the hell am I supposed to do? Just pick up the first pair I see and buy them outright as to protect my masculinity? Sorry, I have to like what I buy. What ever happened to male sophistication and refinement?
Last time I was at Target, I spent about 10 minutes deciding which grill tongs to buy. I held at least 4 different kinds in my hands and analyzed their feel, weight and spring action. I liked the Michael Graves design for overall aesthetics but ended up with a Oneida pair for their attractive price and the sleek satin-nickel finish. The social reactionaries would describe my behavior as certainly queer but what the hell am I supposed to do? Just pick up the first pair I see and buy them outright as to protect my masculinity? Sorry, I have to like what I buy. What ever happened to male sophistication and refinement?
Reading skills not up to par, Millenium?
Oh, and Dari, I thought you were kidding with your first post in this thread; now I'm not so sure.
Originally posted by: mithrandir2001
Well, fsck, I must be a real pussy male then.
I love to cook with my All-Clad cookware, I watch HGTV, I like visiting Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn, I use shampoo and conditioner separately, I have a rubber duckie themed bathroom, I own yellow, mango, orange, baby blue and lavender colored shirts (as well as darker colors), I don't eat meat unless it is inconvenient or prohibitive to eat vegetarian food, I drink wine instead of beer, I light candles in my fireplace instead of burning wood. What else? I'd buy a Honda CR-V, a Toyota Prius or a Subaru Forester but never a Camaro or hulking SUV. I understand the difference between 18/10, 18/8 and 18/0 flatware and Egyptian and Pima cotton towels. I asked for a table runner as a Christmas present from my sister.
Damn, I guess I'm just a woman trapped in a man's body.
I don't want to be someone I am not and I am not a traditional manly man, not even close. So why fight it? I'm a sensitive person with an acuity for touch-feely things like design and function. I think most people think I am gay because I am so well-tuned to my feminine side. If it weren't for the fact that gayness is still considered "evil" by a large segment of the population, this "is he or isn't he" crap wouldn't bother me. But it does to a certain degree for no one wants to feel alienation or hatred. However there is one advantage to aging and that is a growing pool of wisdom. At the age of 30, I can brush off the trivial things that seem to concern most adolescents and pre-adults, which includes most of the people on this forum. Existence extends far beyond labels and stereotypes.
Of course my obsessions also include rather non-feminine subjects like personal finance, audio, home theater, motoring, astronomy, meteorology and of course, personal computing. Call me Stevie, the tomboy, good grief.
You are a metrosexual. Nothing wrong with that.
AH! That was not supposed to Wink's quote. It was supposed to be Moonie's quote. This one: "WinkeyPinkey, you not know nothing. Me love troglodyte men. Me want them be happy. Me want them be good fathers. You not know nothing. Me trogoldyte medicine man. Me love you."
mithrandir2001,
I certainly would not tell you that you have to change anything about what you do. You can do anything you want, it's a free world. If you're gay, so what, that's no business of mine. I just don't buy all this nonsense about a 'metrosexual', to me it's just another way of saying "homosexual, but that doesn't sound nice".
With regard to "refinement" and "sophistication", I guess one could define it any way they want to, but the reality is that the average man does not see the value in the "aesthetics" of Oneida vs Graves for grill thongs. Words like "sleek satin-nickel finish" do not come into play, unless you're talking about a car part or PC part A man with normal testosterone levels would simply not care, and pick up the one that could do what it needed to do, and for the best price.......
I certainly would not tell you that you have to change anything about what you do. You can do anything you want, it's a free world. If you're gay, so what, that's no business of mine. I just don't buy all this nonsense about a 'metrosexual', to me it's just another way of saying "homosexual, but that doesn't sound nice".
With regard to "refinement" and "sophistication", I guess one could define it any way they want to, but the reality is that the average man does not see the value in the "aesthetics" of Oneida vs Graves for grill thongs. Words like "sleek satin-nickel finish" do not come into play, unless you're talking about a car part or PC part
A man with normal testosterone levels would simply not care, and pick up the one that could do what it needed to do, and for the best price.......TRENDING THREADS
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