I have the greatest girl ever.

by **Ayoob_Reloaded** » Thu 20 Jan 2005, 16:32:12

We had a talk last night about her quitting her job, me continuing on in school, buying a little place outside of Portland, growing veggies, being debt-free and sustainable, rejecting 95% of the conspicuous consumption culture that surrounds us, being part of the local political establishment, it was great.

I can't believe I found me a girl that really wants to do all this stuff and leave the rat race behind. This is just a really awesome day for me.

We still want to have nice clothes and furniture and stuff like that, but we don't need the latest plasma TV and whatnot. A cast-iron pan lasts a lifetime. No reason my 1960 AT&T rotary phone won't make it another 40 years. There really isn't all that much stuff we need, so much of what we have is just toys. How much stuff do you really need?

You can play softball with a bat and a ball and four bases. That's all the equipment you really need.

by **uNkNowN ElEmEnt** » Thu 20 Jan 2005, 16:40:21

Actually cast iron lasts more than three lifetimes.
I just inherited my grandmothers. she got it from a friend when they were picking through the ashes when their house burned down. when her friend gave it to her she told her it was very old. I'm now the third generation in my family to have it.

glad to hear you found someone who has the same goals and values. that is tough at the best of times!

by **PenultimateManStanding** » Fri 21 Jan 2005, 01:08:19

Its a heartwarming story that you tell, Ayoob. Did you read the tale told by the couple who bought some rural property in Oregon (or was it Washington?) The hayseeds out there were not good people, given to fueds and barbaric behavior. I've said that I like plants better than humans for a reason. You'll be up against impossible odds. This is what's tearing me apart. There's no where to go, nothing to be done. Remember the loving couple on the Titanic in the movie who held each other in their arms while the cold seawater rushed into their apartment? This while the most tender and tragic string music was playing. That's our fate.

by **PenultimateManStanding** » Fri 21 Jan 2005, 01:40:13

You're a good man Ayoob, but I'm done posting for tonight. I'm going to start watching "Gangsters of New York" which I have been told is a good movie.

by **pilferage** » Fri 21 Jan 2005, 01:49:13

Rotary phones are awesome, I've got one from the late 60's and it still works like a charm! Congrats on finding someone btw! :-D

by **CarlinsDarlin** » Fri 21 Jan 2005, 11:04:58

Ayoob,
Congrats

. Yes, sharing your life with someone who shares your goals and dreams is wonderful. I am in the same lucky position myself. If you two are even half as happy as Carlin and I are, then you'll be blessed.
Congratulations again,
Kathy

by **Guest** » Fri 21 Jan 2005, 13:15:21

Make sure when the World caves in...you can protect your oasis. My bet is... when the day comes those who have done nothing and find themselves in a mess will take what they can from those who have prepared.

Imagine the hordes from the big cities streaming to the Country looking for something to eat.

:cry:

Imagine how many think they will take a gun and hunt animals for food.

My guess is...after a week when every rabbit, bear, bird, racoon, bug, snail, etc is eaten....only canibals will be left

by **mindfarkk** » Fri 21 Jan 2005, 19:53:52

that's outstanding a_r. nothing like having someone you love to stand by your side, makes a world of difference. i'm glad it's worked out so well!

by **0mar** » Sat 22 Jan 2005, 05:00:47

nice! where'd you find her? I've been lookin for a survivalist/minimalist gal myself.

by **smallpoxgirl** » Sat 22 Jan 2005, 05:23:33

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Anonymous', 'M')y guess is...after a week when every rabbit, bear, bird, racoon, bug, snail, etc is eaten....only canibals will be left

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