"But somehow, I've managed to parlay that into an income well below the poverty level, live in a converted motel room, lost all i owned, can't afford a car, lost most of my friends, and havn't had a vacation in years."
I knew a guy that was an addict, don't want to get into more details than that, but "somehow" was his explanation for how he got into his situation, and after somehow he blamed the people around him. That story reeks of someone that has an internet addiction. I could be wrong, but i read this topic yesterday as well and i just keep coming to that conclusion.
Wow. You've got some cojones to say that.
Statistics: Posted by Thyker — January 2nd, 2010, 3:15 pm
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I hope all of you had a great fest and wish you a happy 2010!!
Statistics: Posted by Dark Paladin — December 31st, 2009, 2:23 am
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"But somehow, I've managed to parlay that into an income well below the poverty level, live in a converted motel room, lost all i owned, can't afford a car, lost most of my friends, and havn't had a vacation in years."
I knew a guy that was an addict, don't want to get into more details than that, but "somehow" was his explanation for how he got into his situation, and after somehow he blamed the people around him. That story reeks of someone that has an internet addiction. I could be wrong, but i read this topic yesterday as well and i just keep coming to that conclusion.
You obviously know nothing about hiker and his circumstances, internet addiction? are you for real? From the little Hiker tells us then he has ended up this way through a series of unfortunate events that happened in his life, it's not simply down to him spending SOME time online, I mean he's hardly here and this site means a lot to him, surely if he was addicted he would be here a whole lot more? Learn to have some compassion.
Statistics: Posted by Sarah — December 30th, 2009, 4:58 am
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I knew a guy that was an addict, don't want to get into more details than that, but "somehow" was his explanation for how he got into his situation, and after somehow he blamed the people around him. That story reeks of someone that has an internet addiction. I could be wrong, but i read this topic yesterday as well and i just keep coming to that conclusion.
Statistics: Posted by dustin — December 30th, 2009, 3:39 am
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I would feel better if you gave the major financial responsibilities to someone willing to take over. Your well being is more important then this place.
Statistics: Posted by Draco dun — December 30th, 2009, 2:03 am
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Happy holidays everyone.
Statistics: Posted by Ezcal — December 26th, 2009, 6:20 pm
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Hiker, even if you are below the poverty line, you still managed to create a home for all of us. You thought up a help site, and ended coming up with a place where people can chat, make jokes, or even let out feelings and get sympathy. You gave us what we needed, and we accepted. For that, we love you. And you didn't just give us a home. You gave us a family.
QFT.
Statistics: Posted by Tanksandguns — December 26th, 2009, 6:03 pm
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send $5 to your local homeless shelter...
Screw that, send it to Hiker instead.
Well played mate, well played.....
Statistics: Posted by Riptide — December 26th, 2009, 1:21 pm
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send $5 to your local homeless shelter...
Screw that, send it to Hiker instead.
Statistics: Posted by Dr Henry — December 26th, 2009, 12:10 pm
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Anyways, Hiker, I do hope this is the start of good luck for you, because you have been there for us and all. Glad things are looking better Hiker, and *late* Merry Christmas.
Statistics: Posted by rockrocks — December 26th, 2009, 11:51 am
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Statistics: Posted by Riptide — December 26th, 2009, 10:41 am
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I've learned a lot from the people on this site, definitely including you, Hiker, and I've made some friends on here that are arguably some of my closest friends of all. I can safely say I'm even a bit jealous that I haven't been able to meet some people here in person like other Villagers, but I definitely would be excited to!
Being a moderator has been a great learning experience as well. I've learned a ton since the time I got that magical pm offering me the now non-existent position of Assistant Forum Moderator, and I am still always learning more! The staff, legends, moderators, and administrators all are incredible people that put a lot of heart into the work they do, and I'm proud to be a part of it. I look forward to things only getting better in the year 2010.
This long post is dedicated to you, Hiker, because without you, none of this would have been possible. I can't thank you enough for the treasure that this site is to all of us.
Statistics: Posted by Snake1235 — December 26th, 2009, 10:09 am
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Happy Holidays everyone!
Statistics: Posted by Scar — December 26th, 2009, 8:40 am
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Merry Christmas, guys. Hope everyone had a nice one, I sure did.
Statistics: Posted by Donut Juice — December 26th, 2009, 7:04 am
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This was the first year for me where I've actually bought my families presents with my own money which felt pretty good. Previously I hadn't had a job and had no real income so other family members would pay for me. Perhaps a smaller and unusual gesture to some but it felt pretty good for me.
Hope you had a Merry Christmas Hiker and here is hoping it is a beginning of better fortune
Statistics: Posted by Muscular Ape — December 26th, 2009, 2:16 am
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