Too formal, a handshake should only be used for job interviews.
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Too formal, a handshake should only be used for job interviews.
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what.
maybe it's a non-American thing, but a handshake here is still a pretty valid form of greeting/goodbye, especially on a first meeting or when exchanging names.
maybe it's a non-American thing, but a handshake here is still a pretty valid form of greeting/goodbye, especially on a first meeting or when exchanging names.
It's not a non-American thing, handshake is totally acceptable in any social setting. When I'm meeting someone for the first time I don't necessarily want him/her all up in my personal space ha.
Also the way people shake your hand is a good indicator of the kind of person they are (limp vs strong, eye contact or not, etc).
No not a non-American thing just a me thing. A hug is more intimate to me, if I give anyone a handshake I probably don't like them
I used to be like this Del, until I had a conversation with someone who couldn't keep eye contact with me. Then I noticed how weird it was, so I forced myself to always look into peoples eyes when they talk to me.
No not a non-American thing just a me thing. A hug is more intimate to me, if I give anyone a handshake I probably don't like them
I still greet some family members with a handshake.
Though that doesn't invalidate your second statement. For some, though, I upgrade to the handshake/hug hybrid.
CHEEZMO
Obsidian fan
Awful. My eyes and throat are still sore.
But I just had a massive talk with my dad about all kinds of shit so it's not as bad now. Still, we'll see how things are in the morning.
dragonlife
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Ugh, same here. I've always had problems looking into someone's eyes. Every time I do it's like my eyes get strained and I feel a discomfort and have to look away.
Also, handshakes are fine by me.
What do they know, exactly? I've never been clear in regards to your situation.CHEEZMO™;36658705 said:
Ollie Pooch
In a perfect world, we'd all be homersexual
First date, I'd be shaking hands. If the date goes badly I wouldn't wanna set a precedent then have to hug them goodbye. "Bye, hope i never see you again!" *Hugs*No not a non-American thing just a me thing. A hug is more intimate to me, if I give anyone a handshake I probably don't like them
On the eye contact thing - when I first moved east here I was working by myself from home a lot and became a little... funny. Ended up catching up with a guy for a beer and could barely even look him in the eye. I'm a pretty outgoing and confident person so to notice (and have someone else notice) that shift in personality from being isolated for a few weeks was kind of a shock. He's like 'will you please stop looking over my shoulder while you're talking to me - it's really rude'.
SecretMoblin
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CHEEZMO;36658803 said:
Do you think things will get better over time?
Bel Marduk
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CHEEZMO;36658705 said:
Congrats!! It might be a little messy now but in the long run, you did the right thing.
CHEEZMO
Obsidian fan
I hope. It turned into a general airing of grievances about, well, pretty much my entire relationship with my parents and others and our respective behaviours.
SecretMoblin
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CHEEZMO;36659262 said:
I assume most of us have had a similar "everything on the table" blowup with the parents at some point. Mine didn't go as well as yours, so I hope when the dust settles things are calmer. Some stuff just takes time, and there's no getting around it. :/
But that's the point, when you meet with someone you don't know it's because you want to get to know them. So if it's the first time, handshake. If you go for a second date, I assume the first one went well, and then it's a hug.
CHEEZMO
Obsidian fan
Dead Prince
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CHEEZMO;36658705 said:
about your furry porn addiction?
dragonlife
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With someone else or just by yourself?
With someone else... Didn't see any gay videos with couples using these.
CHEEZMO
Obsidian fan
dragonlife
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Didn't what?
Anyway, just asking, since I've seen people play with one when it's just them. I think. Maybe try to look for one where odor isn't mentioned in the reviews?
Looked through amazon's selection of double dongs and a lot of reviews mention that they have a certain smell, guessing it's a rubbery odor.
Look back, stealth edit.
haha, guessing a lot of "toys" have a strong synthetic smell to them at first... this behemoth probably holds it's own lovely fragrance.
Dead Prince
Banned
brent corrigan used one. but then again you said couples D:
Couples? It's a double dong for a reason.
Dead Prince
Banned
when i mean couple i don't mean him and another guy lol. i think of couple as non porn stars ;P
Who did he use one with?
Dead Prince
Banned
Cameron lane
I LOVE Cameron Lane.
DR2K
Banned
I think they look ridiculous.
Cosmic Bus
pristine morning snow
The price should tip you off that it's junk. Also, it's made out of pvc. Aside from the potentially dangerous chemical issues with pvc toys, they're porous and will collect bacteria, they stink to high heaven, and so on. Buy silicone toys.
*innocent whistle*
DR2K
Banned
That's one of the best vids he has been in. Both boys really get into that shit.
Ollie Pooch
In a perfect world, we'd all be homersexual
Yeesh, avoid PVC, as Cosmic said. Plus it stinks. Oh, he said that too oops
I still remember when I first started my job and one of the retail girls came up to me and asked if I could "road test" some massive cock dildo thing. Weird being asked to shove something up your ass and them report back on it by work colleagues.
oopsI still remember when I first started my job and one of the retail girls came up to me and asked if I could "road test" some massive cock dildo thing. Weird being asked to shove something up your ass and them report back on it by work colleagues.
Obviously I did it
RatskyWatsky
Hunky Nostradamus
And...?
Ollie Pooch
In a perfect world, we'd all be homersexual
It paved the way for the box full of free shit I've got.
RatskyWatsky
Hunky Nostradamus
No, I mean how did you like the dildo?
Ollie Pooch
In a perfect world, we'd all be homersexual
Oh! Yeah it was fine. Prefer the real thing though ... Actually in terms of those butt toys I always thought the "rude boy" toy was pretty good. That was the best review
RatskyWatsky
Hunky Nostradamus
Oh! Yeah it was fine. Prefer the real thing though ... Actually in terms of those butt toys I always thought the "rude boy" toy was pretty good. That was the best review
What is the rude boy toy? :3
Ollie Pooch
In a perfect world, we'd all be homersexual
Googlez it. Fun times.
RatskyWatsky
Hunky Nostradamus
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