"The show's friends consisted of three very broadly drawn stereotypes. There's your caveat. A lot of serious issues that real men deal with were fairly honestly dealt with. Family, both their own and dealing with parents,…"
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TV - Men of a Certain Age?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Native Son Nov 14, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi all, I'm wondering if you've seen the TV show "Men of a Certain Age" with Ray Romano and Scott Bakula? It's not on TV anymore, but it was on TNT I believe, and had great reviews. Basically, its a…Continue
Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Aaron Patterson Nov 9, 2012. 29 Replies 1 Like
Hi all,I've made a few posts here and there (I'm still a newbie to AoM), but I really want to put my thoughts out here, in one post, coherently. Many of you seem to share my perspective about the…Continue
Love and marriage/relationships.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rick Shelton Nov 6, 2012. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hi all,I'm wondering what your thoughts are regarding love in marriage (or relationships in general). Are you looking for "the one", for some ideal?I have also seen the movie, The Wedding Planner,…Continue
Buy bday present for best friend's girl?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rick Shelton Nov 4, 2012. 18 Replies 0 Likes
I should clarify the title of my post -- should I buy a birthday present for my best friend's fiance? They've been together for 5 years, and recently got engaged, and I'm best man at the wedding. I…Continue
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Carl Monster replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion TV - Men of a Certain Age?"As a late-fortysomething I'll have to check it out. Maybe it's on Netflix by now.
It would be interesting to see what it's like to have male lifelong friends."
Eugene Dunn posted a discussionTV - Men of a Certain Age?
Hi all, I'm wondering if you've seen the TV show "Men of a Certain Age" with Ray Romano and Scott Bakula? It's not on TV anymore, but it was on TNT I believe, and had great reviews. Basically, its a show about a group of male friends in their 40's.I'm 29, but have recently started watching it. I'm wondering if it's a realistic portrayal of men in the 40's? I'm just curious. I do like the writing.Thanks,EugeneSee More
Aaron Patterson replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."That's a bit simplistic, Rick. Yes, while the more people you meet, the more chance you'll find a guy who can or will be great friends, just being "social" doesn't mean you're friends with someone. See other posts in…"
Rick Shelton replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."It's not nearly impossible you just haven't expended the effort to do it. All mountains look impossible to climb at first but the only way to get there is one step at a time, but you have to take that step. Get your ass out…"
Aaron Patterson replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."Hey, I know how you feel, man.
I think talking to other guys, especially those we consider our friends, how much they mean to us is something that we're scared of doing, for all the reasons that other people have said. But I think it's…"
Victor E. Franklin replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."I have a horrible time making and keeping friends. I don't at present have a good guy friend, but I'm hoping to change that soon. So I know how you feel. Even if it's different situations. My approach to making…"
Eugene Dunn replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."Sorry, I was on my iPhone, and wasn't referencing you in particular! I read a few replies and thats the impression I get. I dunno, maybe I just didn't write clearly. But anyways, no worries. :)
Thanks, though. While he and I can share most…"
Victor E. Franklin replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."I apologize, I did not mean for it to sound like you aren't open to his marriage. I'm just talking about taking the differences between you and him, and use those to bond over. You will work in academia, all your friends will…"
Eugene Dunn replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."Hi, it was nice to hear your story. Thanks for sharing.
But I am puzzled by the suggestion that I'm not open to my friends marriage, that I don't want it to happen, or that I want thing to stay the same between us as is forever. I'm…"
Vytautas replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."You sound like a lot of academics that I've known. You could always try counseling if you think that will help you socialize better. Try going out with the girl. You don't have selfish motives other than you want a satisfying life, and…"
Victor E. Franklin replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."I struggle with the same thing. I'm in a different situation, having just moved to a new city and not getting out and all. You might find something helpful in…"
Carl Monster replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."Me? Insecure? Nah!
ha ha"
Will replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."Maybe they're picking up on your insecurities. People are suggestible!"
Rick Shelton replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."Why in the world would you think that the way things are is the way they will be forever? You're going to be a professor at some institution of higher learning, I would suspect. Wouldn't there be other faculty members there,…"
Bill replied to Eugene Dunn's discussion Lone cowboy syndrome -- but not by choice."Eugene,
I can so relate to this..it is hard forming friendships, especially with guys, especially as you get older..and its true spouses dont always support it for selfish reasons..I think this site is a fascinating microcosm ..we allreach out ,…"
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Hyrum Higgins posted a discussionAdvice on whether to stop talking to a girl
I have liked the girl for a long time. Years. I'm 18 now, and for most of the time I know her, I mainly just talked to her. She doesn't live nearby. Tonight, I finally told her of my feelings for her over the phone. I shouldn't have waited this long but I did. She didn't return them. As politely as she could she told me that she wasn't especially attracted to me, and that my obvious attraction to her had made talking to me and being friends with me a little awkward at times. It was a relief to…See More
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Aaron Lancaster replied to Victor E. Franklin's discussion Life crisis/disillusionment/whatever"Go bush. Here's a few wise words from James Elroy Flecker
Go as a pilgrim and seek out danger
Far from the well lit avenues of life.
Pit your soul against the very unknown,
And seek stimulation in the company of the brave.
Experience…"
Aaron Lancaster replied to Christian's discussion Favorite Manly Poems"How did this get this far without James Elroy Flecker
Go as a pilgrim and seek out danger
Far from the well lit avenues of life.
Pit your soul against the very unknown,
And seek stimulation in the company of the brave.
Experience cold and…"
Jay Moore replied to Jay Moore's discussion Dealing with an ex post break up"I have no idea what you're saying here.
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Brian W. Barrett replied to Jay Moore's discussion Dealing with an ex post break up"This is a Mars/Venus problem. She wants to "help you" by talking about your feelings. You want to fix the problem. . . your feelings. Her talking with you about your feelings helps her. . . but tortures you and doesn't fix getting…"
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