The OOC Hangout Thread (New people introduce yourself here!)

[Magni Prime]

If this world focused on what we deserve, it would be far different. Alas, it does not. I only fear I come off as whiny or something similar as I always seem to have a gloomy-gus story to tell. As for my work schedule, it is awkward to say the least, but such is my lot in life it seems. Things really got difficult the other day as I worked a 10p to 5 am shift. At the end, nobody came in to relieve me, so I told the manager on duty . . . and she told me I was not allowed to leave. I had no choice but to wait till 6am for somebody to come in. It was her job to fix the problem, not tell me that I had no choice but to stay.

The manager of the store had a word with her about her attitude, but still, that really set me off.  

[Magni Prime]

Yeah, she overstepped a line. Now she ignores me hard enough to make me think I am a leper with the bubonic plague. I can endure it for a few hours, but then it gets to me. As one that is emotionally sensitive to the world around me, being stuck in a place of antagonism for prolonged periods makes me nearly break down.

I'll skip the now traditional fussing about not taking care of yourself and say I accept your apology. I'm less concerned about your frequency here than I am your health.  

[Magni Prime]

She is about to turn 65. By far older than I. My only real hope is that she retires soon.

Indeed. My daughter deals with migranes, they seem to run in my wife's family. Rest, dear friend.  

[Magni Prime]

As said, I can tolerate it for a few hours, then it starts to get to me. I blame my empathic nature for that. After some time, I cannot block out the negativity, and it really poisons my mood. Oh well. I have to endure it. No choice. despite my dedicated nature of work, high attention to detail, and extensive education this is the best job I am able to get. ugh.

I am glad you have a game to look forward to, sir. Unfortunately, I am rather cautious about Sonic. Recent years have not been kind.  

[Magni Prime]

Apparently, I am due to have a connect session with the store manager soon. A sit-down where we chat one-on-one about any and all issues I have at the moment. Ho-boy, I have a few complaints.

Sonic has potential, and that is likely the most frustrating thing. He is capable, friendly, and has many potential uses as a mascot or platformer. The downside is that so many have screwed it up for so many years that his reputation is very low . . . as are his prospects. I want him to succeed. I want good games. I also have a healthy concern.  

[Magni Prime]

Oh, I am honest . . . just tactful. I won't call my coworkers a sack of s**t, but will say they are of no benefit.  

[Magni Prime]

my mind is my greatest strength . . . and words are my weapons. I use my extensive vocabulary to say what I need to, and try my best not to step on any toes. That said, a couple people (particularly a former coworker) can see through such tact to the core of the matter. It impressed him so much he wanted to be like me as I could tell my former manager she was an idiot and she thought I was giving her a compliment. Questioning her behavior without insubordination- but the intent is there. ninja  

[Magni Prime]

I know that pain all too well. College ruined reading for me as well. I liked the material (psychology). It was my major, and the material was so incredibly boring that I lost all my love for reading. I've tried several times in the past to rekindle it, but such has proven incredibly difficult.

I use my words all the time in RP, even if only in my own head. Encounters, histories, even just world-building. That allows me to keep my words from stagnating. It helps a great deal with I am working on my second job (freelance writing for websites) or when I am able to write out RP posts.

I didn't mean for them to be insults, to be fair. Simply disagreeing with the idiots around me without saying they are idiots. Tactfully saying I disagree or undermining their argument using experience, facts, and common sense.