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[theWB27]

I wouldn't call her my Daisy..it's a weird story. But...we started talking when I was 17...long distance...talked so much the phone company damn near cancelled our free long distance. 12 years later we still keep in contact every now and then.

The kicker....we've only actually seen each for a 5 day stint around the time I was 18. But eh...it was and still some of the best 5 days I've spent with a girl. ( She still has the 20 dollar ring I bought her while I was there. Broke a week after a bought it too.)

 

[teruterubozu]

Daisy means death.

 

[Stereogatari]

Shit I totally missed the Gatsby reference haha.

My story is similar except we kind of talked about breaking it off and decided it was probably best and she told me to leave and I...left after 4 years, I was a mess for months I was smoking ounces of weed a day instead of the usual eighth to a quarter if I feel the need or if I'm feeling feisty. I had access to copious amounts of weed due to having a medical license and need for it but after breaking up with her it kind of just filled a hole between video games and trying to find a job, losing my Best Friend, getting the shit kicked out of me because my parents moved us in with a bunch of drunk dickheads, just to name a few things that happened before I found out earlier this year on Valentine's day while I was crippled from a car accident that she had killed herself 3 years ago on Halloween which was her favorite night of the year.

We split sometime close to 2010, I remember having a weird dream once where she apologized to me and said goodbye, or at least I'd like to think maybe that's what that was.

I've tried finding other women to no luck at all, I guess I don't really have much game or I put off a vibe that they don't like. I still try though every once and awhile, but with the amount of stress in my life and where I am right now I don't think I'd be in a good place for a relationship.

I miss her a lot, it was quite a shock and it's still hard trying to put it all back into place and as time goes on I think I feel better.

But still, no one really got me like she did.

Ouch, I can't even imagine how you feel man. Puts my silly little thing into perspective.

The weed I can relate to. I have a friend who is into smoking, so for about a year after she left me I smoked nearly weekly at times. But since New Years 2013 I've quit all forms of smoking, which has been great.

On the bright side that "break-up" led to me getting interested in Classical Persianate poetry, art and literature, which then led onto a general interest in Classical Civilisations. Intellectual pursuits are a fine place to invest unfulfilled passion. Perhaps that domino effect is still happening today, as recently I became interested in the history of mathematics.

And of course gaming's always been there for me

I just don't worry about romantic relationships now, if it happens it happens, if not it doesn't. I'm from a culture (Turkish) where finding your own partner is totally accepted, but matchmaking between different families is still a thing. So if the time is right and I have a stable career etc. then I've got that "family will find a girl for me" to fall back on lol.

 

[Kilrogg]

Went out with her twice, but didn't end up with her (she wants to get married and have kids, I don't). but we both agree that we're special to each other, and that life is a bit unfair that way.

 

[jesu]

First post nails it!
Um daisy duke?

 

[norinrad]

Note to self: Watch chasing Amy

 

[bjork]

Nope.

 

[overcast]

No.. well I've only been in love once and that ended and she was "average".. so no.

 

[Jack Remington]

I had her, but lost her due to my own personality flaws. My time with her, up until the last few months or so when it went downhill, was better than anything else in my life before or since.

Back story: I met her in college. I remember when meeting her, that I had never felt so much instant attraction for a person. She was cute, but the attraction wasn't physical. Everything about her was just right for me. I kind of felt that she had similar feelings, but she had a boyfriend at the time. Two years later we met randomly, and she was single then. Everything fell into place. It was magical. But I, unfortunately, was a huge asshole at times.

I've done everything I can to fix those personality flaws, and I've been largely successful. I'm a vastly superior human being compared to what I was then. Doesn't bring her back.

I've started dating an awesome girl, but she isn't Daisy. Still, I'm happy, and if you try sometimes, you get what you need.

 

[LiquidMetal14]

Emphatically, no.

Rebuilding now.

 

[Rich!]

How are you supposed to get hold of daisy when this happens every time?

 

[War Peaceman]

Isn't Daisy just the personification of the green light and thus a vehicle for Fitzgerald to express his point and Gatsby's psychology rather than a particularly interesting character in herself?

Yes, Daisy is annoying, unpleasant and elitist. She's a massive disappointment. Ending up with your daisy would be a bad thing; it is the thing you thought you wanted.

 

[Jack Remington]

Edit: removed

 

["God's Beard!"]

I was with the girl I respected more than anyone for a while. Immensely talented, would randomly show up with presents, spoke three languages and was just the most caring, honest and funny person. I've never before or since felt so in tune with another person and we even talked about getting married. Unfortunately she wound up getting very ill and passed away. It's something that's still kind of hard for me to deal with years later and I randomly wake up at 4am with an intense longing.

 

[Jack Remington]

[QUOTE="God's Beard!";139076836]I was with the girl I respected more than anyone for a while. Immensely talented, would randomly show up with presents, spoke three languages and was just the most caring, honest and funny person. I've never before or since felt so in tune with another person and we even talked about getting married. Unfortunately she wound up getting very ill and passed away. It's something that's still kind of hard for me to deal with years later and I randomly wake up at 4am with an intense longing.[/QUOTE]

Goddamn, I'm so sorry, man.

 

[weemadarthur]

[QUOTE="God's Beard!";139076836]I was with the girl I respected more than anyone for a while. Immensely talented, would randomly show up with presents, spoke three languages and was just the most caring, honest and funny person. I've never before or since felt so in tune with another person and we even talked about getting married. Unfortunately she wound up getting very ill and passed away. It's something that's still kind of hard for me to deal with years later and I randomly wake up at 4am with an intense longing.[/QUOTE]

Sorry. Being widowed is completely different from the topic, and is tragic.

Daisy is a person who has been idealized. But she's a terrible human being. Therefore, "having a Daisy" is equivalent to being blind to who another person actually IS, in order to remain in love with an imaginary idealized version of them who would theoretically look good in their skin.

 

[ChubbyHuggs]

Yes, but then she found out that she didn't want me, so now I own a Xbox one and brand new TV.

 

[Winterfang]

I think I met her, at the very least I can say that I haven't felt the same way with any other girls. Everything came out natural, I never acted differently. It end up sadly but it does feels pretty good.

 

[Zombine]

Yeah I would say so. Guys want her, but she only wants me and she is incredibly loyal and very laid back. We've been together for about 6 years now.

 

[dragonlife]

No.
I bought an XB1 over a PS4.
:'(

Stormy, you can't keep making all these mistakes, my man.

 

[Maintenance]

No.

 

[MrGummy]

I thought I did..

 

[Holy_Chic]

What a creepy term

 

[Yawnier]

No, but I'm better off for it.

 

[richardhawk]

Never wanted to get married or have kids. Now I'm married and have a son. Amazing how finding that special someone can change your plans.

I feel exactly like this with my girlfriend. We talked about moving in together and children already. Normally I'd be completely against it but the thought of having a child with her is super exciting. I don't think I've ever loved anyone as much as I love her. I know people always say that but if people knew how extremely anti romantic, pessimistic and negative I was prior to meeting her it would blow their minds. While I don't believe 100% in the idea of a soul mate I have to say this girl just fit's me perfectly. 10 years of dating extensively lead me to her and it was completely worth it.

 

[commedieu]

Yep, I married my daisy.

However, we're now divorced. So, I got her but I fucked it up.

After that, I managed to snag the only other near-daisy in my life. That didn't work out.

Least I'm not gonna die wondering!

Attaboy.

Edit.


Yeesh, I'm sorry winterfang

 

[HGStormy]

Stormy, you can't keep making all these mistakes, my man.

;_; MCC's broken matchmaking is just salt in the wound

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

My daisy is a girl from high school that I still think about seven years later cause I'm a goddamn loser.

Edit: Oh my God, I am Jay Gatsby, cause I always planned to become an awesome big-shot and prove myself to her.

Fuck, I'm a literary cliche.

 

[TheKaeptain]

I always thought Daisy was a warning.

Also, she's boring as shit. Jordan was more interesting than her.

YES SHE WAS.


#TEAMJORDAN

 

[entremet]

lots of lovelorn threads recently.

I guess the prospect of lonely holidays does that.

 

[SpyGuy239]

For those who don't know, a daisy is said to be the one person who stood out from the rest. Can also be described as "the one".

However, a daisy doesn't necessarily have to be your significant other. I know mine isn't. I'm in a happy relationship, but I still feel I have a daisy that will always make me wonder what if. Am I alone here?

Dude, I sometimes feel like you do. But just the other day I cam across this article:http://www.huffingtonpost.com/seth-adam-smith/real-love-is-a-choice_b_6039412.html

Real love is a choice ?

 

[ghostofsparta]

Time to get on that plane, ship, bus or train and go see about her/him. Most men waste their lives thinking what if and never go anyway. Either you go see about her or you stick to your current relationship 100%. Its really unfair to the person you are with while your mind is wondering about something that could have been.

Is it though? That's the question I have. Doesn't everyone have that 1 person that they wish they ended up with?

I wouldn't want to break off what I have just for a "what if".

Also I had no idea this Daisy came from The Great Gatsby. I first heard it on Gilmore Girls. But now I have to watch the movie.

 

[BUNTING1243]

That's a weird term and

Spoiler

i'm so alone

I mean, I guess I had the standard high school love bullshit or whatever, and her name pops into my head when I think about this concept. She always felt special to me. It was a nice two years.

What can you do.

 

[CoyoteSpitfire]

What's with all of these relationship threads popping up?

It's making me feel sick.

 

[TheKaeptain]

My daisy is a girl from high school that I still think about seven years later cause I'm a goddamn loser.

Edit: Oh my God, I am Jay Gatsby, cause I always planned to become an awesome big-shot and prove myself to her.

Fuck, I'm a literary cliche.

just saw this... don't get shot for her ass.

What's with all of these relationship threads popping up?

It's making me feel sick.

Winter is coming.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

just saw this... don't get shot for her ass.

 

[Who]

Never have I found a girl where I think id want to spend my entire life with her... Well there's one but uh...

Spoiler

got friend zoned

 

[BUNTING1243]

Yes, but then she found out that she didn't want me, so now I own a Xbox one and brand new TV.

This thread made me sad but I laughed a lot at this. Thanks.

 

[ghostofsparta]

What's with all of these relationship threads popping up?

It's making me feel sick.

If you're refferring to the "Do you have 'one that got away?'" thread, this one came first

 

[victreeb3l]

I'm still looking for the Hinata to my Naruto

One day

 

[Zhengi]

I think I am dating her right now. She is perfect. I really like her a lot and I can see myself spending the rest of my life with her.

 

[akachan ningen]

Most people will tell themselves(and you) that the person who they are currently with is their "daisy"

 

[Blues1990]

Nope, and I think I would be better off being alone.

 

[A Human Becoming]

I don't think I'll ever find a daisy. Forever alone.

 

[TheKaeptain]

I'm still looking for the Hinata to my Naruto

One day

Me too bro, me too.

 

[sirap]

Never got the chance. She ended up marrying someone else :/

 

[TheKaeptain]

Never got the chance. She ended up marrying someone else :/

This is actually in line with what's supposed to happen.

 

[Unbound By Death]

 

[DeathyBoy]

Isn't Daisy just the personification of the green light and thus a vehicle for Fitzgerald to express his point and Gatsby's psychology rather than a particularly interesting character in herself?

Pretty much.

What a weird thread. Daisy and Gatsby are incompatible at every stage of the story (flashbacks and present), don't know each other at all, were infatuated rather than in love, and in the end Gatsby is too stupid to understand that - shock - maybe Daisy isn't a fragile little angel who needs saving.

Basically if you ever 'loved' a 'Daisy' then don't look back sadly. It was a proximity infatuation.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

Pretty much.

What a weird thread. Daisy and Gatsby are incompatible at every stage of the story (flashbacks and present), don't know each other at all, were infatuated rather than in love, and in the end Gatsby is too stupid to understand that - shock - maybe Daisy isn't a fragile little angel who needs saving.

Basically if you ever 'loved' a 'Daisy' then don't look back sadly. It was a proximity infatuation.

My God, I am Jay Gatsby.

Minus the fragile angel part.