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Posted: 7/1/2008 12:23:03 PM | MissAnnThrope wrote:
Fundraising, see, you didn't mention the philanthropic, do-gooder side of yourself. Just working the "bad boy" angle? Don't want us to know you're really a heroic crusader for justice?
Too late. Busted. I received a profile review in the inbox today. I think it was intended as merely a rejection, but it was written more like a review. It seemed that the bad-boy thing might have worked against me, at least in this case. I'm doing some thinking on that.
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Posted: 7/1/2008 3:00:41 PM | Heroic crusaders for justice are hot. Firemen are the last of our nation's true heroes, unsullied (as yet) by scandal, corruption or excessive use of force. You're sitting on a goldmine my friend, and I'm not talking about your pert buttocks.
Any dipshot with a high school education can play the "bad boy," but he can't pull off a "hot hero." Unless he works in a sub shop. | |
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Posted: 7/1/2008 3:25:50 PM | I've never been the one to play the "Do me 'cuz I'm a fireman" card. I don't wear the t-shirts, nor do I have the stickers all over my car. I even have several long-term acquaintances who don't know what I do for a living. For example, when I got injured and my face was all over the media, almost a third of the calls and emails were to the effect of "I didn't know you were on the Fire Department".
Several who were aware of my means of employment (including my former best friend/best man), didn't know my promoted rank. I generally don't give any of that information until I'm asked. Now knowing that, how would I even begin to write into my profile, service commendations, community relations experience and volunteerism? I thought this wasn't supposed to read like a resumé.
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Posted: 7/1/2008 3:27:53 PM |
Now knowing that, how would I even begin to write into my profile, my service commendations (3 of 'em), community relations experience (lots) and my volunteerism, for which during one year, I served a leadership role of for five different organizations? I thought this wasn't supposed to read like a resumé.
Don't worry SSB, this will show up in your post history now, you're such a clever guy! | |
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Posted: 7/1/2008 3:31:10 PM |
Now knowing that, how would I even begin to write into my profile, my service commendations (3 of 'em), community relations experience (lots) and my volunteerism, for which during one year, I served a leadership role of for five different organizations? I thought this wasn't supposed to read like a resumé.
It's not. You're supposed to be modest and unassuming about being a hero. If you're too cool, you'll be intimidating. As in, now I kind of want to ask your rank, but then again I don't because you might be too "high above me."
In your profession box, a nice little unassuming "fire department" will do. IMHO. | |
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Posted: 7/1/2008 3:42:50 PM | unsullied (as yet) by scandal, corruption or excessive use of force
I hesitate to even say this, I am alive because of the quick work of the EMTs. There have been at least one story in the local media here, don't remember the particulars. I do believe it was a local fire captain.
I am personally forever grateful for their service, and have talked to a few that were familiar with my particular "situation". They couldn't have been kinder or more caring, it was great to talk to them. Just like any profession, they're all people, so there will always be those few that do things humans do. One bad apple doesn't spoil in any way my personal admiration and respect for the risks they take and the personal sacrifices they make to keep other people safe and save lives.
It's no situation that anyone would want to be in to see just how dedicated and compassionate the great men and women are that do this invaluable service. I don't think there's any profession that's untouched by scandal or corruption, (including my own). The stories are usually in the local media, as they're serving in the community. | |
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Posted: 7/1/2008 3:56:11 PM | SSB, I love the theme. I'm sure it will be a babe magnet for you! In keeping with the
with that description of the unassuming hero, I've rewritten one small passage for
you to keep the help in continuity on the theme from start to finish.
My small crew of running buddies is helping me avoid cabin fever, but I'm starting to suspect that they just want me along for backup in barfights and bail money. I'd gladly kick them to the curb to spend some time with a quality
companion, so if you're that sassy type who's mouth often gets a ruckus
started, I'm cool with that; I'll just keep some bail money in the ATM account
Edit:
My small crew of running buddies are helping me avoid cabin fever, but I'm
starting to suspect they just want me along for backup in barfights and bail
money, but I'd rather keep that reserve bail money in my ATM account in case
your sassy mouth get's us in trouble.
That way you don't have to mention kicking your buddies to the curb, and you still
get to be the *her hero* who saves that smart mouthed lady.
Oh yeah, and Pic 4 is Hot! It just melts my cold, cold heart!
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Posted: 7/1/2008 4:21:20 PM | MitakuyeOyasin wrote:
Oh yeah, and Pic 4 is Hot! It just melts my cold, cold heart!
Why isn't it your cameo pic? You mean, like this?
Also, I C&Pd the paragraph you wrote, but I made a couple of slight revisions. Thanks for that.
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Posted: 7/7/2008 6:42:06 AM | How about another round? I tried to soften a few things and make it a more accurate reflection of my lifestyle and personality. Any comments/suggestions?
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Posted: 7/7/2008 7:13:57 AM | My turn! I am sorry, honey, if I don't come out of the gates reeming you with sarcastic insults (I know you like it rough!). I love your online persona and always have.
You have a great way of bringing out that blend of man. Strong, heroic, intelligent, handsome, sensitive, gentle...And man! The antiques/fleamarket thing and remodeling your older home, prime! Can you balance that with promises of gifts in little blue boxes with white ribbons?
You had a cute little quiz before. I can't remember what it was exactly, but I thought it was fun and a great conversation starter.
I guess the only thing I would say (and I have no idea what type of responses you get up there in Wisconsin) is that you may be a bit too perfect. I mean, I am thinking your match is somewhere between Halle Barry and Demi Moore. I am not sure I would feel worthy to contact you initially. Can this gal pal have any flaws? Perhaps uncontrollable flatulence or bunions or a bad speller?
Definately a body to play with by day, a mind to explore with in the evening and a lap to curl up on at night.
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Posted: 7/7/2008 3:39:13 PM | Hmm... well you took out some of the text that were my favorite parts : (
I liked the way the paragragh was written before; with the ATM card for bail money.
Also, I really enjoyed what you had as the closing of the about me that followed with the first date; as in the questions for your *lady*. The music she was listening to, her specific ring~tone on your phone... etc. Nothing wrong with the way you've changed it up; you express yourself well... but I liked the old version better.
Sorry... just my 2 cents ; )
Edit: VVV Got'cha... now check yours : ) | |
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Posted: 7/7/2008 3:45:48 PM | Maggie, WW, check your inboxes.
Also, everything I deleted from my profile is saved into a Word document. It's all still in existance, pending a future resurrection.
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Posted: 7/8/2008 2:34:18 PM | Speaking of that MSword document, here are some rough drafts of paragraphs that didn't make it out of purgatory.
These were to follow the comment "That's me in a nutshell."
Forget all of that, let’s talk my kind of woman. ?It's OK if she's the loudmouth/smartass type who get fights started. As long as it's OK for me to take care of business when the shit goes down. Don't worry, I'll always have enough in the ATM account to bail myself out.
Here's another followup to the same intro.
?Forget all of that, let’s talk my kind of woman. Well, she’s huge. I’m not talking “Sir Mix-A-Lot” huge, I’m talking Roseaane back when she still used her last name, huge. I prefer if she didn’t even comb her hair for her profile picture. I like my women kinda rough and raw . . . and big . . . HUGE. If you really want to have me at hello, it helps if you have a housefull of kids, grandkids or cats.
I'm using MSword like a filmmaker uses the cutting room floor.
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Posted: 7/8/2008 5:08:37 PM | LMAO... I like the 2nd one Sonic ; )
Shows personality and your humorous side; go with it... you make it work : )
CLOSED at OP's request - Trappedonbayst 
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