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Who are you????? - by idgeet
TOoP/Bruce:
Who are you?????
by idgeet (Wed Aug 16 2006 17:26:46 )
UPDATED Wed Aug 16 2006 17:51:15
I just got off another thread, and it struck me how I tend to have a picture of a person on this board, and then, bam, I'm totally wrong!!
I hope you don't mind me saything this... and if you do, let me know, and I will erase this thread... but....
watergarden.... I had no inkling you are a senior citizen!
littlewing... I had no idea you were a proud black woman!
So I thought it would be kinda cool to introduce myself and invite you to do the same. I realize some people enjoy the anominity of the internet, but I've been posting with you guys for a bit now, and I think I would get more out of it if I could picture the proper YOU.
I'm 41 years old, a woman, a lesbian, a paralegal with 2 years of law. I've been out since age 14, so I know nothing else. I was born in New York, raised in Florida, and reside in Texas. (I don't like it) My mom passed away 1 year ago in Florida and I didn't want to stay in Florida after that. I tried it here, but want to go back to Boston area when I get on my feet.
I was in the US Air Force as a Russian Linguist back in 1985. I went to school late in life and got my bachelor's degree in public relations. I found out I was smart enough to go to law school, so I did. Two years, but had to have a surgery that didn't go well, and had to quit law school in the third year. I turned the education into a job as a paralegal and am presently searching for that great job.
The only family I have left is a sister, who treats me like crap because of my sexual orientation. She's a rightwing "Christian" who thinks I'm beneath her because I'm gay.
I don't have many friends (none in Texas) and this film and this board has saved me from having no contact with anyone. I love talking to all of you and sharing my thoughts on this film.
This film has affected me and moved me beyond words. I'll keep trying to find the words through this board.
So.... tell me about you if you care to. If not, I understand.
"...later."
Re: Who are you?????
by BannerHill (Wed Aug 16 2006 17:36:26 )
Me, mid forties, raised in Texas/Oklahoma, live in Santa Monica (Part of Los Angeles, kind of) and work in the film industry. A lot of people assume that BannerHill is is a female name, but I'm not!
Why am I here? This film moved me beyond words. I want to know why. Still working on that, with your help
Re: Who are you?????
by tillerman-1 (Wed Aug 16 2006 18:08:33 )
Me- I'm in my mid forties married, female with 3 boys. I live in Canada. I'm a home body and don't travel much. I work part-time.
This is the first movie I have ever seen that has affected me this way.
*BannerHill* I always thought you were a guy. Why would people think BannerHill was a girls name?????
Re: Who are you?????
by toycoon (Wed Aug 16 2006 18:17:48 )
UPDATED Wed Aug 16 2006 19:24:16
I'm a proud, male, 44 years old (I lie and tell people I'm older because then they say," OMG you look fantastic for 49 !" I live in California with my hubbie of 20 years and I design toys for a living.
I have NEVER been obessed with anything except for toys before Brokeback Mountain. One day I plan to design the BBM toy line for adults.
I never thought you were female, BannerHill.
littlewing, I read in a previous post that you are a Black lady.
Re: Who are you?????
by Santinos_Bridesmade (Wed Aug 16 2006 18:16:10 )
The only family I have left is a sister, who treats me like crap because of my sexual orientation. She's a rightwing "Christian" who thinks I'm beneath her because I'm gay.
That's absolute bullsh*t. It just pisses me off so bad to hear things like that.
I'm 16, female, Arab, a vegan, possibly bisexual, aspiring actress, been told I look like a dark Kate Winslet. My personality is very much like Ennis - I don't say much, and when I do, I'm elusive, I mumble and have vocal blockage that no amount of speech therapy can cure. Online, though it's hard to shut me up, lol.
I live in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, been here my whole life, and I hate it, hate it, hate it. This town is so unbearably homophobic and nihilistic. If a gay person were to come to town, I kid not, they'd be lynched in a heartbeat.
I want to go to college in California, a world full of opportunities, as far away from this stupid town as I can get.
"Jack, I swear...."
Re: Who are you?????
by littlewing1957 (Wed Aug 16 2006 18:58:55 )
Me - I'm 49, live in Oakland, Ca, Jack London Gateway Area. As you already know, I'm African American, part Native American. I was born in Oklahoma City but raised here in California. I am a divorced mother of a teenaged daughter (also a serious BBM fan) and I work for the Government in Information Technology. I am totally in love with our film, and I have an idea why. BBM is my all time favorite movie.
Oh and BannerHill, I know you're a guy - have always known, LOL!
TOoP/Bruce:
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Wed Aug 16 2006 19:24:17 )
UPDATED Thu Aug 17 2006 17:34:52
This is so amazing! I'm so glad I thought about it. Noone is what I pictured.
Santinos.. I thought you were a guy.. but you're a girl.. and 16!! My god, you are a brilliant 16 year old. I always pictured you older because of the way you can express yourself and in interpreting the film. I can tell you are very intelligent and look forward to reading more of your prose.
Tillerman... I thought you were a guy.
Toycoon... 20 years.. awesome. So you have pretty good insight as to what 20 years was like for Ennis and Jack.
And Diane... 14 years with someone, but living in different states? Did you always live apart? That's hard!!
And Kristin... congrats on your baby, your husband and your degrees!
"...later."
Re: Who are you?????
by Santinos_Bridesmade (Wed Aug 16 2006 19:39:22 )
You thought I was a guy? I always thought Santino's_Bridesmade sounded -rather- feminine, seeing as bridesmades are usually female.
I'm flattered, though, that you thought I was older than I was. Thanks!!
"Jack, I swear...."
Re: Who are you?????
by dly64 (Wed Aug 16 2006 19:42:06 )
This is so amazing! I'm so glad I thought about it. Noone is what I pictured.
And Diane... 14 years with someone, but living in different states? Did you always live apart? That's hard!!
No, we have not always lived apart. We were in the same state for about nine years of our relationship. But, even then, I was always a secret. It really sucks being so far apart. We had a bit of a row awhile ago (because I thought he was coming up to visit ... but change of plans). Yes ... I actually said, "This is a G** damn bitch of an unsatisfactory situation." And here's the topper .... "I'm not you! I can't make it on a couple of high altitude *beep* once or twice a year!" He thought I had absolutely lost my mind. He could not figure what in the world I was talking about!
Diane
"We're supposed to guard the sheep, not eat 'em" - Ennis, BBM
Re: Who are you?????
by littlewing1957 (Wed Aug 16 2006 20:47:10 )
<<Yes ... I actually said, "This is a G** damn bitch of an unsatisfactory situation." And here's the topper .... "I'm not you! I can't make it on a couple of high altitude *beep* once or twice a year!" He thought I had absolutely lost my mind. He could not figure what in the world I was talking about!>>
LMAO! Diane, you are a woman after my own heart!
Re: Who are you?????
by SnickerD (Thu Aug 17 2006 12:02:29 )
Italian and French from my dads side, Choctaw, English/Irish from my moms side. Youngest of 6, 41 this month and starting my 17 year with my partner (malaysian/Chinese).I was raised on the Mississippi gulf coast (Pass Christian)My mom and siblings, nephews and neices and great Nephs and Neices all still live on the coast. I have lived in Manhattan for just under 20 years. I am a certified chef but prefer to cook at home and not professionaly anymore. I currently work in a hotel as a waiter.(started my 16 year there last May)
Annie Proulx is a regular guest by the way, talked with her on several occasions.(she's skiddish and shy but very nice)
Nice to know Y'all!;^)
Gotta Love *Our* Boys!
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Thu Aug 17 2006 12:12:25 )
hey snickers.. are you female or male?
"...later."
Re: Who are you?????
by SnickerD (Thu Aug 17 2006 12:14:43 )
Duh!
I guess I forgot a little something! LOL
Gay white male.....
Gotta Love *Our* Boys!
Re: Who are you?????
by LauraGigs (Wed Aug 16 2006 19:12:33 )
UPDATED Wed Aug 16 2006 19:41:07
"I'm 41 years old . . . with 2 years of law . . ."
No sh—, Idgeet? From the sheer enthusiasm with which you write, I figured you were around seventeen! [EDIT] and I mean that in a nice way!
I guess this proves your whole point . . .heehee.
Re: Who are you?????
by daphne7661 (Wed Aug 16 2006 19:58:34 )
Can I join the introductions?
I'm a female (obviously, by the name); I am 45 years old; I live in Massachusetts; I am a law office manager and legal secretary for a small firm for the past 25 years...
The worst tragedy of my life was losing my oldest brother to liver cancer back in 1990. We were very close/best friends, and, for about 2 or 3 years, I thought I would go insane without him. The grief let up some after that but the loss and hole in my heart is always there. Some days it feels like it was yesterday. Other days, I can't even believe he's gone and some days I just feel him beside me, which makes me smile and feel I can face anything.
I could be wrong, but I think my personal loss is the reason I connect so with BBM...
I love all of you on this board who have bared your souls in the wake of this beautiful film! "Nice to know ya!"
...Nice to know ya, Ennis del Mar..
.
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Wed Aug 16 2006 20:07:20 )
I actually said, "This is a G** damn bitch of an unsatisfactory situation." And here's the topper .... "I'm not you! I can't make it on a couple of high altitude *beep* once or twice a year!" He thought I had absolutely lost my mind. He could not figure what in the world I was talking about!
Diane... you had me rolling in my bed when I read that! That's friggin hillarious!! I'm still laughing. If anyone could see me right now, they would think I lost my mind!!!
Too funny!
Did I tell too much about myself? I started to read over the thread, and I hope ya'll don't think I'm pathetic spilling so much to folks I don't know.
"...later."
TOoP/Bruce:
Re: Who are you?????
by ZouBEinii (Wed Aug 16 2006 20:24:52 )
Hi! I'm Larz - 47yo gay white male from Indianapolis IN. Diane, you, David-Indana and I should meet sometime for dinner!
to a fellow Hoosier.
Idgeet, you make the best threads! No, I think it's very brave of you to share so much. I'm laughing because I "had everyone wrong" on here. Well, except for Diane and Littlewing. Sorry Santinos - I thought you were older (in a good way of course) and BannerHill, I thought you were a female. Sorry dude. I've spoken to some of you, but haven't posted very much lately.
I tend to over-use IMDb's icons sometimes and have worked for the major commuter university in downtown Indy for almost 27 years. I accepted a new position (systems analyst) for the university's new PeopleSoft system in October, though my new office is a sister office of my former employer, so I have worked with many of those folks from my campus and the other 7 campuses for about 22 years.
My hubby of five years died 15 years ago. He was a keeper, and irreplaceable. We were both a mixture of Jack and Ennis.
Kaufman, funny you should say that. I'm watching Donnie Darko (again) at this very moment. I became interested in Jake's other films after having seen his great performances in The Day After Tomorrow and BbM.
Anyway - hi everyone!
What kind of friend is he? -Bree
The good kind. -Andrew
Re: Who are you?????
by watergarden (Wed Aug 16 2006 21:15:02 )
Yes, I am a senior citizen (67 to be exact), male, have been married for over thirty years to a wonderful woman who is much smarter than I am, have a son 25 who is also smarter. I live in Hawaii, retired from teaching a year ago. I am originally from Iowa but have been working and living in the Pacifc and Hawaii for over forty years. Before marriage, I had a somewhat complicated but satisfying single life, a major part of which has helped me to understand, embrace, and love the many themes of Brokeback Mountain. I have a lot of free time these days, but I keep busy with pet projects. I do indeed have a water garden, a very big one in fact with three ponds and many, many containers.
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Wed Aug 16 2006 21:18:35 )
nice to know ya watergarden. you come across as quite the sensitive and intuitive guy. i thought you were a woman because of those traits. i'm glad you have proved me wrong. welcome. and it is good to know you.
"...later."
Re: Who are you?????
by Dobie1018 (Thu Aug 17 2006 06:15:45 )
I am 50, hetero female, born & raised in Connecticut, moved to Florida in 1988 after divorcing in CT; remarried in FL, but that also ended in divorce after 10 years of marriage. I guess I'm just "not the marrying kind"! I don't have any children. I'm very happily living by myself in my own house with my 3 dogs and 2 cats. My dogs are my passion - I have a 4 yr. old Doberman pinscher and 2 Basset hounds. I belong to a local dog training club, and regularly compete with my dogs at dog shows. I also belong to a therapy dog club here in central Florida. Each of my dogs is a "therapy dog", which means that they are certified with a national therapy dog organization, and I take them to greet patients at nursing homes, and rehab centers and to special public service appearances where our dogs are requested. I have been a legal secretary for about 25 years, and work for a law firm now that has 5 attorneys in it. I'd rather not have to work, but the 4-legged hairy "kids" have to eat, and so do I!
Both my parents are deceased - my dad in 1990, and my mom in 2002. I have 3 sisters and 1 brother. Two of my sisters and my brother live in Connecticut, and my other sister & her husband live in Jacksonville, FL. I did have 2 brothers, but one died in 2002. 2002 was a bad year for me - my mom died, my brother died, and my husband moved out of my house.
I love BBM and coming to this board to read the brilliant posts and analogies! It's nice and fun to get to "know" everyone this way! Thanks idgeet for starting this thread!
"I ain't yet had the opportunity."
"Hmmmm. . . . "
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Re: Who are you?????
by littlewing1957 (Thu Aug 17 2006 08:49:13 )
Basicgrate, I'll try. Please don't be offended by my answers!
Male
35
gay
white
Lawyer (I don't know why I think this)
Law degree
NYC
Democrat
protestant
single
mom, dad, 3 sibs
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Thu Aug 17 2006 11:21:30 )
okay basicgrate... here's my guess...
female (cause i think the only time you have had an original post is the one about me... so sweet) (and you showed me some maternal instinct with my austin thread)
43
lesbian
white
teacher
college
Ohio
democrat
jewish
divorced
2 children
Two:
A Real Thinker
Old Brokeback Got Me Good
EVERYONE ELSE: If you play basicgrate's game, great... but please don't forget to tell us about you!!
This was a good idea!!
"...later."
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Re: Who is basicgrate?
by afterpreg (Sat Aug 19 2006 03:47:16 )
Male
39-43
Gay
Caucasian
Medical doctor or jurist/lawyer
Academic
US, but I don't know where.
DEMOCRAT
Catholic
Single with lots of friends.
I'm curious.
Re: Who are you?????
by samrim-1 (Thu Aug 17 2006 06:14:09 )
Hello idgeet,and everyone,
I too am delighted with this thread, indeed I've been grumping recently about this very subject. Reading a post or replying to one is so much easier and more interesting if I've some idea of who I'm reading, young, middle aged, old, male ,female, gay, lesbian, person of colour, it all helps me 'see' the person and it will influence my writing. So thanks idgeet and everyone for the resume!
I'm Sam, I'm 67 and a gay male, I'm not officially 'out', but given my age, single state, and appearance, I guess most people will 'have my number' as we used to say! Even my brothers and sisters, though it's never mentioned! It doesn't bother me now, but did years ago, very much!
I retired from full time office work nine years ago, and promptly started doing part time library work which I love, I'm a jobbing gardener, and I help with our local Hospice secondhand bookshop, here in North Lincolnshire, in the English East Midlands south of the river Humber. The hot weather has broken and the rain is stairrodding down, so that's why I'm here.
Ole Brokeback got me good, and like so many others I don't really know why! Many years ago I fell heavily in love, on my own, maybe that's why I sympathise with Ennis so very much, his life seemed 'set in aspic', not unlike mine. Jack, bless him, did at least seem able to 'move on'. Ennis and I, we just seem, like Gollum, to become more and more set, and stretched like butter spread too thinly on bread!
Must stop, for now at least, I do go on, don't I?
Best Wishes all
Sam
Re: Who are you?????
by dly64 (Thu Aug 17 2006 08:10:16 )
Hi! I'm Larz - 47yo gay white male from Indianapolis IN. Diane, you, David-Indana and I should meet sometime for dinner!
Hey Larz … yeah, we should connect. That would be a lot of fun!
My dogs are my passion - I have a 4 yr. old Doberman pinscher and 2 Basset hounds. I belong to a local dog training club, and regularly compete with my dogs at dog shows. I also belong to a therapy dog club here in central Florida. Each of my dogs is a "therapy dog", which means that they are certified with a national therapy dog organization, and I take them to greet patients at nursing homes, and rehab centers and to special public service appearances where our dogs are requested. I have been a legal secretary for about 25 years, and work for a law firm now that has 5 attorneys in it. I'd rather not have to work, but the 4-legged hairy "kids" have to eat, and so do I!
Dobie1018 – How could I have forgotten the love of my life?? I have a five year old crazy wire fox terrier whose name is “Asta.” Love him to death! He is my baby!
It is wonderful everything that you are doing with your dogs. I am afraid Asta would be a bit too keyed to be a therapy dog. But, that is something I had always wanted to do.
I'm Sam, I'm 67 and a gay male, I'm not officially 'out', but given my age, single state, and appearance, I guess most people will 'have my number' as we used to say! Even my brothers and sisters, though it's never mentioned! It doesn't bother me now, but did years ago, very much!
Hey Sam … just thought I would give you a greeting!
I'm a female (obviously, by the name); I am 45 years old; I live in Massachusetts; I am a law office manager and legal secretary for a small firm for the past 25 years...
The worst tragedy of my life was losing my oldest brother to liver cancer back in 1990. We were very close/best friends, and, for about 2 or 3 years, I thought I would go insane without him. The grief let up some after that but the loss and hole in my heart is always there. Some days it feels like it was yesterday. Other days, I can't even believe he's gone and some days I just feel him beside me, which makes me smile and feel I can face anything.
Daphne – after all this time we have communicated, I had no idea that you lost your brother! I am so sorry. Cancer is THE WORST! Dad died of prostate cancer in 1998. It still hurts and always will.
And … being at the same job for 25 years? Gosh, girl! I have had six different employers since my college graduation in 1987. How do you do it? They must be treating you right ….
Basicgrate
– here are my answers …. (let’s see how close I get )
Female
38
Straight
White
Occupation – absolutely no idea!
BA
MN
Democratic
Agnostic
Married
2 kids
And for bonus points, which one best describes me:
12. Lively Little Gal/Guy
Okay … how far off base am I?
Diane
"We're supposed to guard the sheep, not eat 'em" - Ennis, BBM
Re: Who are you?????
by daphne7661 (Thu Aug 17 2006 08:15:58 )
Hi Diane,
Yes, I miss my brother terribly... Thank you for your kind words!
"25 years....DAMN!" Yup, I do love my job and my boss. If it weren't for him, I would have moved on long ago, but he is just so easy to work for, and we have become friends in the interim...
...Nice to know ya, Ennis del Mar...
Re: Who are you?????
by kdough1 (Thu Aug 17 2006 09:20:35 )
Hi everyone! I'm usually a lurker on this board but occasionally I post so I'll jump in. I'm a single, straight, 39 y/o female and I live in the Chicago area. I've never been so obsessed with a movie in my life so I love coming to hang out on this board. I became aware of so much more of the symbolism, etc. in this movie thanks to you guys. You all have some really intelligent observations. Well, back to lurking. Nice to get to know more about all of you!
Re: Who are you?????
by matt-2044 (Thu Aug 17 2006 09:17:52 )
UPDATED Thu Aug 17 2006 09:18:09
I'm a 32 year old gay male from London, UK.
I work in politics (but am a nice guy honest).
I came out when I was 25.
This film has affected me and moved me beyond words. I'll keep trying to find the words through this board
So very, very true.
This film has made me re-evauate my life.
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Re: Who are you?????
by LauraGigs (Thu Aug 17 2006 09:44:23 )
So glad to meet all you cool folks! I've been here since Feb, have stayed through the troll invasions and attrition, and am glad you guys have come (and stayed)!
Me:
- 38 (oh crap, already a mistake.) I just turned 39!! Yuck!!
- Female, married 2 years.
- Had an apt in Boulder but couldn't afford a house in that cool city, so it's Colorado suburbs for me (sigh).
- Originally a Southerner (can't believe I now write and say "you guys" — ugh.) But glad to live with scenery similar to BBM!
- I do graphic/web design and play music.
TOoP/Bruce:
Re: Who are you?????
by tillerman-1 (Thu Aug 17 2006 11:16:56 )
Basicgrate:
Here are my guesses.
Male/female--- Male
young/old-even specify age---39(but close to turning 40)
Orientation---straight
Race/color/ethnic origins---white
Occupation---office working with computers
Education---University at least
Location--- Western Canada (Alberta?)
Politics---Liberal
Religion---None
Single/married/divorce/seperated---Seperated
Family--- 2 kids,boy and a girl
Add for bonus points,which one best describes me:
4.Real thinker there.
Re: Who are you?????
by littlewing1957 (Thu Aug 17 2006 11:01:44 )
<<46 year old Brit - living in San Francisco for last six years. Prior to that, London.>>
Nice to meet you, Meanderingtrevor. I love reading your posts.
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Re: Who are you?????
by jshaffer54 (Thu Aug 17 2006 13:12:20 )
This thread is a wonderful idea. I don't chat online much, and it's great to know something about everyone.
I am a 35 year old woman from Syracuse NY, married for almost eleven years. I have a 7 year old son and a 3 year old daughter. I'm a registered nurse at a local hospital, and I am working on my bachelor's degree in nursing as well. I've lived in New York my entire life. I always thought I wanted to move South at some point, but I'm starting to rethink that after reading about the homophobia and close mindedness that exists there.
I don't visit a lot of message boards. I was drawn to this one for the same reason most were, BBM affected me very deeply and I wanted to know if I was losing my mind or if there were others who felt the way I did. You have no idea how relieved I was to find other people who feel the same way I do.
I have really enjoyed reading everyone's opinions and insights on this board about this amazing movie.
"Love is a Force of Nature"
Re: Who are you?????
by BannerHill (Thu Aug 17 2006 14:40:35 )
<<I was drawn to this one for the same reason most were, BBM affected me very deeply and I wanted to know if I was losing my mind or if there were others who felt the way I did.>>
I'm glad youre here, jshaffer.
Re: Who are you?????
by samrim-1 (Thu Aug 17 2006 15:56:54 )
Hello jshaffer54 (give us a name!)
Delighted to read your comment, welcome to the BBM Club
Now that I know I'm not dotty, (or at least the only dotty one!) I'm really pleased to be part of our club. Like you I honestly don't know why ole Brokeback has got me so good, but I do love it, and 'our' boys. Annie Proulx penned a story about great love, which some of us are lucky enough to have, but which others of us can only dream about. The dream seems to have opened all sorts of doors in our heads. I'm certainly not the same as I was before BBM, and I delight in it.
Your mention of nursing resonates, last week I met my friend Sue in London for a few days, she's a neonatal nurse at Truro Hospital in Cornwall (England) and is another 'Brokie'. she saw it at the multiplex in Truro and was blown away by it. She said there was a guy in the cinema, so distraught by the film that she nearly went to offer medical help!
Sam
Re: Who are you?????
by jshaffer54 (Thu Aug 17 2006 16:13:32 )
Thanks BannerHill and Sam. My first name is Jennifer, but everyone calls me Jenn.
Re: Who are you?????
by littlewing1957 (Thu Aug 17 2006 16:17:37 )
<<My first name is Jennifer, but everyone calls me Jenn.>>
Nice to meet you, Jenn!
Re: Who are you?????
by jshaffer54 (Thu Aug 17 2006 16:18:44 )
Nice to meet you too littlewing.
Re: Who are you?????
by djo-17 (Thu Aug 17 2006 16:26:39 )
UPDATED Thu Aug 17 2006 16:50:25
To idgeet: I hope I won't surprise you. I'm "29" years old with about an extra 24 years of life-experience. Straight, single, and at times very opinionated especially when people are ignorant, and insensitive to others' feelings. I especially get upset about people who offer their UNINFORMED opinions about BROKEBACK, but haven't made the slightest effort to see it. This movie has had a huge impact on me, and obviously so many others. I will never "quit" this film, and will defend it, and everyone involved with the story, from book to screen. I also defend anyone's right to express their sincere love for another human being in which ever way they choose,as long as it is mutual, and no one is deliberately either physically or emotionally abused in any way.
"You won't get much sleep, I'll tell you that." "Yup."
Doug O'Connor
Re: Who are you?????
by daphne7661 (Thu Aug 17 2006 16:31:51 )
I also defend anyone's right to express their sincere love for another human being in which ever way they choose,as long as it is mutual, and no one is deliberately either physically or emotionally abused in any way.
"You won't get much sleep, I'll tell you that." "Yup."
I always like your posts, Doug, and now, having read the above, I like you, too. Those are my sentiments exactly...
...Nice to know ya, Ennis del Mar...
Re: Who are you?????
by littlewing1957 (Thu Aug 17 2006 16:32:41 )
<<This movie has had a huge impact on me, and obviously so many others. I will never "quit" this film, and will defend it, and everyone involved with the story, from book to screen. I also defend anyone's right to express their sincere love for another human being in which ever way they choose,as long as it is mutual, and no one is deliberately either physically or emotionally abused in any way.>>
Djo9449, I have always wanted to tell you how much I enjoy reading your posts, and am glad to finally have the opportunity. Well, I guess I could have sent you a PM, LOL! Anyway, you're a good man, an unusual man, and I'm glad you're here with us.
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Thu Aug 17 2006 17:41:58 )
lauragig... thanks for the mention: "No sh—, Idgeet? From the sheer enthusiasm with which you write, I figured you were around seventeen! [EDIT] and I mean that in a nice way!" I would have said something sooner, but I missed it.
welcome doug!!
kdough... welcome. don't lurk!! join us!!
EVERYONE: Thanks for sharing!!
"...later."
Re: Who are you?????
by balrog_ressurected_again (Thu Aug 17 2006 18:00:22 )
Gay guy living in southern New England. Computer geek, snowboarder, hardcore road bicyclist. Play amateur hockey, acceptable figure skater.
I love old cars, old houses, and things historical, as well as travel, languages, other cultures. I'm a decent guitarist and can get a tune out of a bagpipe.
Musical interests - Southern Rock, Texas Blues, Acid Rock, Jazz/Blues fusion. (complete contempt for rap)
Literary interests - Science fiction, Historical Dramas.
Staunch Republican conservative.
Age? Well the 37th anniversary of Woodstock has been the last 3 days. (Aug 15,16,17, 1969)
Begone trolls...
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Thu Aug 17 2006 18:05:36 )
hey balrog... welcome! you're quite the well-rounded kinda guy. you have a lot of interests. i like that.
only thing... you got a shorter name we could go by????
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Re: Who are you?????
by balrog_ressurected_again (Thu Aug 17 2006 18:26:40 )
well I've been kicked off IMDb 3 times now. Hence the 'resurected,,,again'
And hence my sig.
Begone trolls...
Re: Who are you?????
by super-sally (Fri Aug 18 2006 03:17:17 )
My name is Sally and I live in country Australia. I am 13 years old. Brokeback Mountain is my favourite movie (of all time) (isn't it all of ours?) (yeah i know, obvious question) (you're all thinking 'duh!')
TOoP/Bruce:
Staunch Republican conservative?
by toycoon (Fri Aug 18 2006 07:13:42 )
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My brother is one of those, too. Balrog, I though we was gonna have a pot party!
"And forgive us our tresspasses..."
idgeet- how clever of you to start this thread.
Re: Staunch Republican conservative?
by balrog_ressurected_again (Fri Aug 18 2006 08:28:03 )
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***My brother is one of those...I though we was gonna have a pot party! ***
What? You don't think Republicans like to partake of the Ganja?
Since when does political afiliation have anything to do with getting toasted?
Begone trolls...
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Staunch Republican conservative.
by toycoon (Sat Aug 19 2006 12:29:43 )
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That's my new code word for stoner!
Thanks, balrog.
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Re: Who are you?????
by littlewing1957 (Fri Aug 18 2006 08:48:56 )
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Nice to meet you, Afterpreg! Welcome!
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Re: Who are you?????
by babyblue007 (Fri Aug 18 2006 09:18:36 )
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hello ^-^ i was invited to this thread once i posted a question on this movie... i'm a girl, going to be 18 tomorrow and am straight. i'm attending my first year of college with a major in media arts and hope to be making movies someday... i live in new jersey though i want to move up to vermont once i graduate just because it is so peaceful looking. and if things don't work out there, then i can move to massachusetts becuase it looks amazing there as well. i've been a fan of heath ledger's since i first saw him doing press for the patriot way back when when i was like 11 and i've stuck with him being the first in line for every movie i could see. although many thought that this movie might be a disaster when it was first announced, i welcomed the idea with open arms and when i finally saw it two days ago i was completely floored by his performance. he is destined for such great things and i am so happy for him. and he's not the only one since the rest of the cast and crew went above and beyond in making this movie. like i said in the previous post, this is a movie that has touched me like no other and i'm still thinking about it two days later. i'm glad to hear that so many others think the same. my family and friends don't really understand the big fuss over this movie so it's nice to see that other people know what i'm talking about :)
Re: Who are you?????
by berit-6 (Fri Aug 18 2006 12:46:21 )
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I'm sorry to have written on your thread uninvited, I didn't know I had to have one. i have deleted my earlier messages. Have a nice day.
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Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Fri Aug 18 2006 17:02:17 )
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berit-6...
come back!!! you absolutely don't need an invite. come back and tell us again who you are. i'll send you a pm as well to tell you this!!
where in the world did you hear that?
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Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Fri Aug 18 2006 17:06:56 )
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hey giancarlo... yea, i was 14, in 9th grade. i got some crazy stories... i'll write about them at another time though. welcome. what city do you live in now??? curious.
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Re: Who are you?????
by AdryanBri (Fri Aug 18 2006 18:43:16 )
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I'm 17 years old, male, and gay. I live with my sister and boyfriend of three years in New Mexico. I dye my hair a lot.
This is where the world drops off
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Fri Aug 18 2006 19:20:54 )
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you mean you have a boyfriend of three years?? that would mean you got together when you were 14??? wow. i'm impressed. do you mind if i ask where your parents are? it kinda sounds like ennis.
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Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Fri Aug 18 2006 19:39:46 )
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is any of us close???
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Re: Who are you?????
by AdryanBri (Fri Aug 18 2006 19:51:45 )
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My mama died when I was 7 and my dad lives close by, soon to be closer by, with my step-mom. They're cool with me being gay, but I moved out after I graduated because a) I wanted to, and b) they wanted me to so they could spend more time on themselves without having to worry about taking care of a kid. Which they more than deserve.
This is where the world drops off
Re: Who are you?????
by idgeet (Fri Aug 18 2006 19:56:42 )
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hey bannerhill... i read on another thread that you bought a farm. curious... if you don't mind answering... are you gay or straight? family??
"...later."
Re: Who are you?????
by BannerHill (Fri Aug 18 2006 22:27:10 )
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Idgeet I sent you a PM did you get it?
Re: Who are you?????
by stachybotrys (Sat Aug 19 2006 00:02:02 )
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UPDATED Sat Aug 19 2006 00:03:21
30 years old, straight, white male. Christian and very much accepting of gays. I am very happy to read all of these nice posts. This is a great movie!
Re: Who are you?????
by lestatika_any (Sat Aug 19 2006 00:38:35 )
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I'm 17, female, European, and well.. never knew exactly what i wanted from myself or others... i'm a bit confused right now, about me and the path i'm going to take, but i guess this movie helped me a lot...
the story moved me like nothing else, though i've been having my harsh days with mom because of it. she's the ultra-Christian kind of woman and with her daughter being gay - accepter (and maybe even a little bi), u can all guess what resulted... not that i care
Re: Who are you?????
by lestatika_any (Sat Aug 19 2006 04:20:36 )
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forgot to say... my name's Anna
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Re: Who are you?????
by posworth6 (Sun Aug 20 2006 07:07:39 )
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15 year old bisexual girl from the good ol' UK...hello! My name's Ros (with an S, not a Z. It pisses me off no end when people get it wrong. I'm just picky like that.)
I'm really glad I found this board because NO ONE else I know feels the same as me about Brokeback Mountain; my friends are kinda homophobic (not massively, they're just a bit uncomfortable with the whole idea) and don't want to see it. No one else I know who has seen the film has been hit by the emotional impact of the thing, for some reason.
So I'm glad I have other Brokaholics like you to talk to. :D
Tell her nothing, if not this...
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