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Title: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 08:55:18 AM
We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).

4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.


Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Shadow_ on March 06, 2008, 09:02:01 AM
Nice questions...im jus gonna go pop some corn i'll be right back when this is jumping. ;D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: keptbyJesus on March 06, 2008, 09:09:41 AM
Nice questions...im jus gonna go pop some corn i'll be right back when this is jumping. ;D

Well I'll get the pop and candy!
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 09:16:36 AM
Ummmm.... wow.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: under13 on March 06, 2008, 09:17:44 AM
We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).

4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.




You are feeling the effects of the 'Black Man Shortage'.
There are so many black men in jail, running the streets etc. that there seems to be no good ones left for you Sistahs. Nevermind the fact that half of Black male lawyers, doctors, and ceos are married to white women.
They say that for every 100 single black woman there are 70 single black men.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Redy2bUsed on March 06, 2008, 09:29:46 AM
I'll give this a shot....lol

For question 1,2
Well its good to look great...
And to keep yourself up.
We love a woman who
takes care of herself,
and keeps up her appearance.

But for me...and a lot of other cats.
We love it when a woman looks good
without effort.
I'm not big on make up...
in fact I hate when women wear a lot of make up. >:(
So if I see a woman coming from the gym....
Hair pulled back in a pony tail...sweats on....
and no make up...
And she still looks good...thats awesome!!
I mean..when I USED to see a women coming from the gym.... ;D
I'm a married man now. ;) :D

Question 4
Thats just the way of the world.....
Maybe its God's way of telling you that
the cat you like...isn't the one for you. ;)
Just my opinion....who knows. :-\

Question 5
Old dudes are just crazy...
trying to re live their youth.
Let it go ol' head... ::)

Question 6
I've been asked that question plenty of times.... ;) :D
Because a good women notices a good man.
and if he's not taken....He soon will be.
There are still good dudes out there....
You just gotta find them.
Or let them find you....
HE who FINDETH a wife.... ;)

And as for question 3....
No we are not interested in what you have to say....
HAHAHAHAHHAHA!!!!!!
Just playing....
It depends on the dude....
and what is being said.
I'm done...
Peace.
Ya man
REDY.


Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 09:32:03 AM
We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).

4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.

I'll have to answer these in shifts because I'm in the middle of teaching a class.

Let me ask this, if question #1 has different parts, why not label them a, b, c, etc.?  ::)


So, to #1:

Who determines whether or not you look a mess you or the man trying to talk to you? *quirks eyebrow like The Rock*

Part B: You probably look more natural in your "after the gym" state, then with when you're "done up". MAC ain't necessarily your friend ( I don't care what LaneedsmymakeupRue says ::) :D).

Part C: Everyone, male and female, should make an effort to look presentable. But, when one "overdoes" it, it can be detrimental.


Question #4 (In reality, #2): I have no idea. Perhaps, you're trying too hard with the ones you like. Remember, "HE that findeth a wife, etc."


Question #5 (In reality, #3): You know how women lie about their age, men try to do the same thing by trying to talk to younger women.  :-\



Question #6 (In reality, #4): That's not true. It's only your perception thereof. ;)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Fenix on March 06, 2008, 09:36:47 AM
I think (thats new for me :)) you have answered your own questions. A lot of men are very insecure about beautiful women, or women who look beautiful. Women are supposedly more approachable when they don't look their best.

It takes a very secure man, or a man who feels he is secure, to approach a lady who is dressed to the nines.

Thats my personal experience, i don't mean to generalize. 

Women are wonderful creatures, simply wonderful.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: mr.dj on March 06, 2008, 09:44:23 AM

I'll have to answer these in shifts because I'm in the middle of teaching a class.

Let me ask this, if question #1 has different parts, why not label them a, b, c, etc.?  ::)


So, to #1:

Who determines whether or not you look a mess you or the man trying to talk to you? *quirks eyebrow like The Rock*

Part B: You probably look more natural in your "after the gym" state, then with when you're "done up". MAC ain't necessarily your friend ( I don't care what LaneedsmymakeupRue says ::) :D).

Part C: Everyone, male and female, should make an effort to look presentable. But, when one "overdoes" it, it can be detrimental.


Question #4 (In reality, #2): I have no idea. Perhaps, you're trying too hard with the ones you like. Remember, "HE that findeth a wife, etc."


Question #5 (In reality, #3): You know how women lie about their age, men try to do the same thing by trying to talk to younger women.  :-\



Question #6 (In reality, #4): That's not true. It's only your perception thereof. ;)

Cosign
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 09:51:57 AM

Let me ask this, if question #1 has different parts, why not label them a, b, c, etc.?  ::)
Who cares how I numbered them. Someone always has to be smart.  ;D

I'm not the overdressed church woman with the hat and the nails that are too long. I'm really simple. I just wear enough makeup to enhance. Most of the time I have on jeans. My face and my hair gotta look right.

He doesn't have to be black. I actually don't care what his race is as long as he's the one for me and he is a man of God. Maybe it's just that none of them are the one.

I don't go after men. But I do let the ones I like know I like them in my own subtle way. But I have found that if a man doesn't notice you trying to get him to notice you is like putting toothpaste back in the tube. FUTILE!!!
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 09:54:06 AM
Who cares how I numbered them. Someone always has to be smart.  ;D

Well, it IS a tough job and all. ;) 8)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 09:56:28 AM
I don't go after men. But I do let the ones I like know I like them in my own subtle way.

There's something oxymoronic about this statement to me. ?/? :-\
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 10:10:14 AM

Let me ask this, if question #1 has different parts, why not label them a, b, c, etc.?  ::)
There's something oxymoronic about this statement to me. ?/? :-\

Dude, you're just all up in my head today... LOL

Part B: You probably look more natural in your "after the gym" state, then with when you're "done up". MAC ain't necessarily your friend ( I don't care what LaneedsmymakeupRue says ::) :D).


Well, for the record... as I've explained before, I have the utmost respect for my sisters who have that natural beauty and look just as good (if not better) in sweats and a ponytail as they do with the help of a little MAC.  I'm just not one of those sisters... I need the extra help... I can't help that.  It just is what it is...  :-\  I was taking a nap when the Lord was handing out "natural" beauty, so instead I had to take the "MAC Starter Kit."  :-\ 

MAC is my friend.  :P :D :D :D


Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Steely on March 06, 2008, 10:13:24 AM

Question #1

Wouldn't that be more of a compliment? If he's interested in you when you're not looking your best, can you imagine the love you're going to receive when you all "did" up??

IMO.. Less is more (and I'm not taking about your wardrobe) Don't get me wrong, I love the Mac Face.. but when the Mac face turns to a Stacked Face or Mac 'n Chesse Face, and one has to chisel to get your face off at nights.....then  >:( Houston, we have a problem.

Question #2

Again, not speaking for all men.. but, we'll holla regardless. However, I'm willing to wager that if he did holla.. It would turn into: "Whatever! He's only trying to holla because I'm all did up. I bet if I just came out of the gym, and was all sweaty from jogging 'n stuff, he wouldn't have a thing to say to me?... hmmmm, *SMH*  ::)  Women?? Damned if you do, Damned if you don't.. but I got made love for y'all.  ;)

Question #3

Of course we are.. but when what you think is said over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over....... we, let me change that, I tend to zone out.

And once I start hearing that white noise, it's a RAPP!! I guess that's why women are always repeating themselves, because y'all feel we ain't listening. And we ain't listening, because you all keep repeating yourselves... Huh... what a vicious cycle.

Question#4

Really can't answer that one.. Life is weird. It does appear that way. When you're not looking, you'll find ALOT to look at.. but nothing, when you are... that's LIFE!

Question#5

I have no idea. Someone your grandpa's age has to 'get at you' with the answer for that.  ;D   Why do young women like older men?... Is it their SSI check? ?/?

Question#6

I'm glad you use the word "SEEMS".. because those great guys weren't always married.  ;)

Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 10:17:15 AM
Dude, you're just all up in my head today... LOL

Well, for the record... as I've explained before, I have the utmost respect for my sisters who have that natural beauty and look just as good (if not better) in sweats and a ponytail as they do with the help of a little MAC.  I'm just not one of those sisters... I need the extra help... I can't help that.  It just is what it is...  :-\  I was taking a nap when the Lord was handing out "natural" beauty, so instead I had to take the "MAC Starter Kit."  :-\ 

MAC is my friend.  :P :D :D :D

That whole "natural beauty" thing, is that your perception or have dudes said that to you during your life?
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: themidiroom on March 06, 2008, 10:19:06 AM
I was taking a nap when the Lord was handing out "natural" beauty, so instead I had to take the "MAC Starter Kit."  :-\ 

MAC is my friend.  :P :D :D :D



This had me rolling.   ;D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 10:20:22 AM
Question #1

Wouldn't that be more of a compliment? If he's interested in you when you're not looking your best, can you imagine the love you're going to receive when you all "did" up??

IMO.. Less is more (and I'm not taking about your wardrobe) Don't get me wrong, I love the Mac Face.. but when the Mac face turns to a Stacked Face or Mac 'n Chesse Face, and one has to chisel to get your face off at nights.....then  >:( Houston, we have a problem.

Question #2

Again, not speaking for all men.. but, we'll holla regardless. However, I'm willing to wager that if he did holla.. It would turn into: "Whatever! He's only trying to holla because I'm all did up. I bet if I just came out of the gym, and was all sweaty from jogging 'n stuff, he wouldn't have a thing to say to me?... hmmmm, *SMH*  ::)  Women?? Damned if you do, Damned if you don't.. but I got made love for y'all.  ;)

Question #3

Of course we are.. but when what you think is said over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over....... we, let me change that, I tend to zone out.

And once I start hearing that white noise, it's a RAPP!! I guess that's why women are always repeating themselves, because y'all feel we ain't listening. And we ain't listening, because you all keep repeating yourselves... Huh... what a vicious cycle.

Question#4

Really can't answer that one.. Life is weird. It does appear that way. When you're not looking, you'll find ALOT to look at.. but nothing, when you are... that's LIFE!

Question#5

I have no idea. Someone your grandpa's age has to 'get at you' with the answer for that.  ;D   Why do young women like older men?... Is it their SSI check? ?/?

Question#6

I'm glad you use the word "SEEMS".. because those great guys weren't always married.  ;)



You just reminded me of all the reasons I'm moving to NY...  :D :D :D

Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Fenix on March 06, 2008, 10:21:56 AM
There's something oxymoronic about this statement to me. ?/? :-\

She is juxtaposing the idea that she does NOT go after men with the idea that she subtly goes after certain other men. So, the second part of her statement completely negates the first part. What she should have said in the first part was "I do not go after ALL men." This way it does not contradict with the second part, hence creating a sentence that makes sense.   

This is not so much oxy-moronic as contradictory. 
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 10:29:02 AM
She is juxtaposing the idea that she does NOT go after men with the idea that she subtly goes after certain other men. So, the second part of her statement completely negates the first part. What she should have said in the first part was "I do not go after ALL men." This way it does not contradict with the second part, hence creating a sentence that makes sense.   

This is not so much oxy-moronic as contradictory. 

Actually, I don't think that's the case at all.  I think she meant what she said when she said that she doesn't go after men.  BUT, I don't think she equates letting certain men know that she likes them in subtle ways to going after men.

Hence, the perception of an oxymoronic statement.

One might argue (as my sister may) that harmless flirting, or certain kind gestures, eye contact, special smiles, etc. is not the same as "going after" a man, and I suspect that's where Littlelamb is coming from.  Personally, I think it's all the same, there are just degrees...
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Steely on March 06, 2008, 10:29:03 AM
You just reminded me of all the reasons I'm moving to NY...  :D :D :D



 :) ;) :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 10:34:44 AM
Actually, I don't think that's the case at all.  I think she meant what she said when she said that she doesn't go after men.  BUT, I don't think she equates letting certain men know that she likes them in subtle ways to going after men.

Hence, the perception of an oxymoronic statement.

One might argue (as my sister may) that harmless flirting, or certain kind gestures, eye contact, special smiles, etc. is not the same as "going after" a man, and I suspect that's where Littlelamb is coming from.  Personally, I think it's all the same, there are just degrees...

How is a dude, who's never really met littlelamb, or any women for that matter, supposed to know a woman's "special smile"?

That only comes after being with them for some time, does it not? :-\
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: themidiroom on March 06, 2008, 10:37:40 AM
How is a dude, who's never really met littlelamb, or any women for that matter, supposed to know a woman's "special smile"?
Sounds rather passive-aggressive to me.  I'm just sayin'   ;D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 10:39:46 AM
Actually, I don't think that's the case at all.  I think she meant what she said when she said that she doesn't go after men.  BUT, I don't think she equates letting certain men know that she likes them in subtle ways to going after men.

Hence, the perception of an oxymoronic statement.

One might argue (as my sister may) that harmless flirting, or certain kind gestures, eye contact, special smiles, etc. is not the same as "going after" a man, and I suspect that's where Littlelamb is coming from.  Personally, I think it's all the same, there are just degrees...

You got it my friend. I don't bat my eyes at every guy that comes along. I only let the ones that I think already like me know that they have a chance with exactly the strategies LaRue said above.

Makeup is to enhance. I think there are rare people that don't need any, some need very little, some need a lot more. I don't think you should wear so much that your husband is afraid the morning after your honeymoon. I didn't start wearing any until 2 years ago and I'm 30 now.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: cas10a on March 06, 2008, 10:43:07 AM
We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

   A.  How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

   B.  Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).
  ;) :D ;D

2.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

3.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

4.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.

I'm with Fenix on "1."...I think you answered your own questions...on "A." alot, but not all men, are often times intimidated by very beautiful women...it's just that simple. Dressing down sometimes helps...on "B." Men are from Mars, Women...nevermind, you know the rest...men and women are not always as concerned or interested about the same things, but don't get me wrong men still enjoy to seeing beautiful things, we are visual by nature, so keep doing the hair and makeup...lol

On what is really "2."... ;)...maybe God is tryin' to tell you something...and probably a few....

3. I have no idea...I'm not that "old" yet

4. Not all the good ones are married, but its probably fair to say there is a shortage...





Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: 2KlubKlarity on March 06, 2008, 10:44:39 AM
You got it my friend. I don't bat my eyes at every guy that comes along. I only let the ones that I think already like me know that they have a chance with exactly the strategies LaRue said above.

Makeup is to enhance. I think there are rare people that don't need any, some need very little, some need a lot more. I don't think you should wear so much that your husband is afraid the morning after your honeymoon. I didn't start wearing any until 2 years ago and I'm 30 now.


Would have never quessed you were 30 and I see you are in my neck of the woods!

Anyways...I don't wear makeup that much. Only maybe a little powder to tone down the yellow and chapstick, but other than that I really didn't think too many guys paid attention to the makeup all that much.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: funkStrat_97 on March 06, 2008, 10:45:17 AM
Many questions you have, Young Grass Hopper.

We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

Simple: if you still look good when you'r a mess, you'll be devastatingly gorgeous once you get yourself all made up.

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2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

Perhaps.  I think that more guys feel that they have a better chance witht the girl-next-door as opposed to a super-model diva.

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3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).

Save your money.  As long as you'r not too ugly, somebody will approach you (then again, I've seen some strange things in my life).  But in most cases, if you take care of yourself you'll do well.  I remember a few years ago back in Trinidad, my brother and I  went to a beach party and he met up with this fine island sista' - or so we thought (now mind you that it was pitch dark that night).  Well, the next day we saw her at church and were horrified at the sight of her teeth.  Now I know that everyone can't have a body like Beyonce'; but is it too much to ask that you have a full set of teeth?

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4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

All you have to do is start not liking the guys you like and like the ones you don't.  You'll see; it'll all work out in the end...we hope.  But it has ben said that we tend to persue things that we view as unattainable and it could very well be that ones you don't like view you as a challenge to be conquered.

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5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

It's the nature of the beast.  A younger woman tends to make a man feel that he is young again (feelings are deceiving aren't they?).  Brings to mind the time that I was at a Buger King and this senior citizen was looking at these highschool girls with this big grin and winking at me.  In addition to it being an illegal scenario, it was rather disgusting.  Besieds, I don't think his heart could take it.

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6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.

Well you see I was already great from the get go...no fixer uppin' here ;).  But enough about me and my great self; I think that men who are already married were either ready to take on the responsiblities and commitment involved OR they were complete idiots.  Every married guy is not great just as every single guy is not bad.



Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Fenix on March 06, 2008, 10:50:10 AM
Actually, I don't think that's the case at all.  I think she meant what she said when she said that she doesn't go after men.  BUT, I don't think she equates letting certain men know that she likes them in subtle ways to going after men.


Touche!!!

I assumed an equation of the two parts of her sentence. But, since we are relaxing the assumptions of equality, then it makes perfect sense what she said.

LittleLamb, my apologies. 8)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 10:57:59 AM
That whole "natural beauty" thing, is that your perception or have dudes said that to you during your life?

No one has ever said that to me, thank goodness.... LOL.  I guess you could all it perception...

How is a dude, who's never really met littlelamb, or any women for that matter, supposed to know a woman's "special smile"?

That only comes after being with them for some time, does it not? :-\

Noooooo, no way, bruh.

Most men can tell when a woman is smiling in a "more-than-friendly" way.  That "special" smile is usually accompanied with some other body language that screams "I'm flirting, you idiot, ask me for my number!!!!"  ::)  That body language that accompanies the "special" smile might include some intense eye contact, or a strategically timed biting of the bottom lip, or batting the eyelashes, raising the eyebrow, or giggling, or a twirl of the hair, a mock biting of the fingernail, or one of those other silly flirtatious things we women know how to do.

But, none of that was my point anyway.... lol.  In that post, I was saying that she might believe that she's not "going after" a man because all she did (hypothetically) was smile at him, but to me, that's still going after him.  It's just in a more strategically subtle way.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 11:15:08 AM
No one has ever said that to me, thank goodness.... LOL.  I guess you could all it perception...

Noooooo, no way, bruh.

Most men can tell when a woman is smiling in a "more-than-friendly" way.  That "special" smile is usually accompanied with some other body language that screams "I'm flirting, you idiot, ask me for my number!!!!"  ::)  That body language that accompanies the "special" smile might include some intense eye contact, or a strategically timed biting of the bottom lip, or batting the eyelashes, raising the eyebrow, or giggling, or a twirl of the hair, a mock biting of the fingernail, or one of those other silly flirtatious things we women know how to do.

But, none of that was my point anyway.... lol.  In that post, I was saying that she might believe that she's not "going after" a man because all she did (hypothetically) was smile at him, but to me, that's still going after him.  It's just in a more strategically subtle way.

You and I do seem to be sharing a lot of the same thoughts, today.  :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 11:15:58 AM
Part of my question is answered:

I think that if I get my hair done, I put makeup on, I shave my legs, I shave under my arms, I look presentable then really I'm doing it FOR me because it makes ME feel good. It's a part of my self esteem. Self esteem equates to confidence. If I feel good I will exude that confidence and people who are around me will pick up on it.

But I can't assume that what makes me feel good is what is automatically attractive. But since I feel attractive that is what matters. I'm sure people would notice if I had low self esteem and didn't feel attractive. I know how I am when I've got my glasses on instead of contacts and no makeup on and my hair isn't really done. I'm a little shy and I don't encourage anyone to look at me.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 11:22:42 AM
Part of my question is answered:

I think that if I get my hair done, I put makeup on, I shave my legs, I shave under my arms, I look presentable then really I'm doing it FOR me because it makes ME feel good. It's a part of my self esteem. Self esteem equates to confidence. If I feel good I will exude that confidence and people who are around me will pick up on it.

But I can't assume that what makes me feel good is what is automatically attractive. But since I feel attractive that is what matters. I'm sure people would notice if I had low self esteem and didn't feel attractive. I know how I am when I've got my glasses on instead of contacts and no makeup on and my hair isn't really done. I'm a little shy and I don't encourage anyone to look at me.

So, in essence, through this dialogue, you've been able to answer your own question(s). It would appear that your attractiveness, that which draws the attention from the opposite sex, isn't contained in what you're wearing, it's in how you present yourself.

The next question, I guess, would be: what makes you think you're less attractive with your glasses on and no makeup?

Along with LaRue, is that merely your perception, or did someone, or many someones, say something to you?
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 11:34:14 AM
Part of my question is answered:

I think that if I get my hair done, I put makeup on, I shave my legs, I shave under my arms, I look presentable then really I'm doing it FOR me because it makes ME feel good. It's a part of my self esteem. Self esteem equates to confidence. If I feel good I will exude that confidence and people who are around me will pick up on it.

But I can't assume that what makes me feel good is what is automatically attractive. But since I feel attractive that is what matters. I'm sure people would notice if I had low self esteem and didn't feel attractive. I know how I am when I've got my glasses on instead of contacts and no makeup on and my hair isn't really done. I'm a little shy and I don't encourage anyone to look at me.

I totally feel you on this.

I wear my MAC face whenever I want to feel attractive, or look polished.  (For what it's worth, I read a study about a year ago - I think on Yahoo! - that showed that women who wear makeup to work are __% more likely to be promoted.  I don't remember the percentage, but it was high).  When my hair is done, my nails are done, my face is done, eyebrows are done, and I've done all the hygiene stuff, I FEEL good.  Without all that, I don't feel as good.

I wear glasses, too, but I like them a lot and I feel just as attractive with them as I do when I'm wearing contacts.  In fact, the only reason I wear my contacts is so my MAC eyeshadow can show...  :D :D :D

I agree that what makes us feel good is not what's necessarily attractive to someone else.  I actually went through an experience that taught me a valuable lesson on that regard, but I'll save that story for our support group meeting...  :D :D :D  But, for me, I don't really care whether others find me attractive, as long as I feel good about myself.  You be YOU, and if a certain dude doesn't dig YOU then he's not for you.

Anyway sis, just in case no one told you today, you're BEAUTIFUL!  ;D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: NJTheBishopAnderson on March 06, 2008, 11:50:52 AM
I think (thats new for me :)) you have answered your own questions. A lot of men are very insecure about beautiful women, or women who look beautiful. Women are supposedly more approachable when they don't look their best.
It takes a very secure man, or a man who feels he is secure, to approach a lady who is dressed to the nines.

Well, there are many of us that aren't intimidated by beautiful women.  I personally wouldn't mind having a lil lamb in my life.  And I'm not singing, "Oh Lamb of God I Come" either.  :D 

Did I just put that out there like that?  :-[ *sighs* Man, I need to go pray.

As for LaRue, just mention the words "Michelle Obama" and watch the reaction.  ;) :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Keys410 on March 06, 2008, 12:02:11 PM

We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?
Me personally I like to see women done down and done up. I need to see what you looking like when we just chillen.

2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?I dont know about this one. I will approach a woman even if I face rejection

3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup). Hair and Nails are a must. Let me keep it real if I keep my hair on point(Shape ups and cornrows) she should be able to make sure the naps aint there. Nails and toes gotta be done. I get a manicure like once or twice a month..Gotta keep your appearance right.

4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?Usually this is the case..I don't know..Let me know when you find an answer :D :D :D

5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.Old school macks want to make sure they still have it. Plus you would be shocked how many women go for a sugar daddy..LOL

6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.What defines a good man?



Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 12:04:07 PM

Anyway sis, just in case no one told you today, you're BEAUTIFUL!  ;D
Awww Thanks!!! Rue

It's an interesting issue for me because I was a late bloomer and I'm in a new season of my life. No one tried to talk to me for the longest. I barely got a date to the senior prom. I was quite shy. I'm a good writer so I express myself on paper really well but in person I'm much more reserved.

Here's an excerpt from a blog I put on my myspace about where I'm at right now if anyone wants to read the whole thing my address is www.myspace.com/raedini_the_one. It's called Blossom.

These days compliments are rather frequent (and always welcome) but I must say that being beautiful isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be. It’s highly overrated, actually. What a beautiful woman gets from men is more quantity and less quality. You can still only be with one at a time. I could have several men in the rotation but the player’s game is not for me. The other thing is I’m still saved. My values are the same now as they were when no one wanted me. In essence I’m still on the shelf to be taken down only when my future husband comes calling.

All of that pondering brings me to this revelation. I think that God allowed me to blossom late so that he could save me from the perils of beauty. He was shielding and protecting me from the world of relationships which I was probably much too naive to handle. It is much easier to keep yourself when no one wants you. The other part of that revelation is, I think that the attention of men has picked up because it’s getting time for my husband to come find me. I almost wish it was like it was in the old days when I had no prospects. I think it would make it easier to figure out which one was the one
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Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 12:10:40 PM
Well, there are many of us that aren't intimidated by beautiful women.  I personally wouldn't mind having a lil lamb in my life.  And I'm not singing, "Oh Lamb of God I Come" either.  :D 

Did I just put that out there like that?  :-[ *sighs* Man, I need to go pray.

As for LaRue, just mention the words "Michelle Obama" and watch the reaction.  ;) :D

 :o :o :o  WOWWWW, you putcho stuff out there like DAT????  You been hanging around HD too long...  :D :D :D  That's alright, though, you betta work that thang out!  :D

As for that name you mentioned....  >:( >:( >:( >:(

I can't stand you.  >:(
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: under13 on March 06, 2008, 12:12:48 PM


It's an interesting issue for me because I was a late bloomer and I'm in a new season of my life. No one tried to talk to me for the longest. I barely got a date to the senior prom. I was quite shy. I'm a good writer so I express myself on paper really well but in person I'm much more reserved.


Anyway sis, just in case no one told you today, you're BEAUTIFUL!  ;D
+1
I'd say it was worth the wait.  :D





Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Keys410 on March 06, 2008, 12:13:49 PM
:o :o :o  WOWWWW, you putcho stuff out there like DAT????  You been hanging around HD too long...  :D :D :D  That's alright, though, you betta work that thang out!  :D

As for that name you mentioned....  >:( >:( >:( >:(

I can't stand you.  >:(

Cosign...I been known to go hard...but NJ goes harder..hahahaha
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 12:24:50 PM
:o :o :o  WOWWWW, you putcho stuff out there like DAT????  You been hanging around HD too long...  :D :D :D  That's alright, though, you betta work that thang out!  :D

As for that name you mentioned....  >:( >:( >:( >:(

I can't stand you.  >:(


You's SO wrong for 'dat!! :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: NJTheBishopAnderson on March 06, 2008, 12:29:31 PM
Awww Thanks!!! Rue
Here's an excerpt from a blog I put on my myspace about where I'm at right now if anyone wants to read the whole thing my address is www.myspace.com/raedini_the_one. It's called Blossom.

Okay, I can see your "Friends Invites" box blowing up right now.  ;)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Keys410 on March 06, 2008, 12:31:21 PM
Okay, I can see your "Friends Invites" box blowing up right now.  ;)

With your request in there :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 12:31:54 PM

You's SO wrong for 'dat!! :D :D :D

Uh oh.... wait a minute, that didn't come out the way I meant it.  :-\

**okay, I just typed out a "what I meant was" explanation, but it's just way too much... lol**  I feel paranoid, and paranoia ain't my style.   :-\ :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 12:32:03 PM
With your request in there :D :D :D

And, you KNOW this, man!! :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 12:33:45 PM
Uh oh.... wait a minute, that didn't come out the way I meant it.  :-\

**okay, I just typed out a "what I meant was" explanation, but it's just way too much... lol**  I feel paranoid, and paranoia ain't my style.   :-\ :D :D

Girl, just learn to take a joke and KIM. Well, at least, MY jokes. ;) :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: NJTheBishopAnderson on March 06, 2008, 12:46:27 PM
Cosign...I been known to go hard...but NJ goes harder..hahahaha

Nooo Keys, you cannot be commenting... you're working with a record bruh.  ;)

With your request in there :D :D :D

Nope... God said, "NO!"

...and Jonathan stop being his "Amen" section!!  >:(

As for Ms Rue again, her "so wrong" comment was based on that hate residue from me saying, MICHELLE OBAMA!!
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 12:51:20 PM
Nooo Keys, you cannot be commenting... you're working with a record bruh.  ;)

Nope... God said, "NO!"

...and Jonathan stop being his "Amen" section!!  >:(

As for Ms Rue again, her "so wrong" comment was based on that hate residue from me saying, MICHELLE OBAMA!!

Ok.

What's wrong with Michelle Obama? Or, more to the point, why the hate residue from your saying MICHELLE OBAMA?
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: NJTheBishopAnderson on March 06, 2008, 12:59:46 PM
Ok.

What's wrong with Michelle Obama? Or, more to the point, why the hate residue from your saying MICHELLE OBAMA?

She knows why.  8)

I'll say this, can there be such a thing as a "beauty nemesis"  :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 01:02:48 PM
She knows why.  8)

I'll say this, can there be such a thing as a "beauty nemesis"  :D :D :D

Only to the chicks on "America's Next Top Model'. ::) :D

Other than that, it sounds like a scene from an 'Austin Powers' movie. ;D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: ~aLl_Gr0wN_uP~ on March 06, 2008, 01:17:48 PM
Well, I dont know abotu anyone else, but I think some guys could appreciate seeing a woman, without make up, and maybe less than perfect sometimes. I found that it takes a lot of energy to walk around looking like you are going to the prom everyday, than it does to just keep it real. Dont get me wrong, men like a woman that can take care of themselves... Me personally, I go to the nail shop once a week to get my nails, feet, and or eyebrows done... I get my hair done once a week... I stay dressed nice all the time. But I dont sit around with a face full of make up looking like a manequin all day.

I think that if a man thinks you look gorgeous with your gym clothes and looking sweaty and all, he is a keeper. ;) He loves the real you... and will appreciate the made up you still...
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: phatstrings on March 06, 2008, 01:32:30 PM
Awww Thanks!!! Rue

It's an interesting issue for me because I was a late bloomer and I'm in a new season of my life. No one tried to talk to me for the longest. I barely got a date to the senior prom. I was quite shy. I'm a good writer so I express myself on paper really well but in person I'm much more reserved.

Here's an excerpt from a blog I put on my myspace about where I'm at right now if anyone wants to read the whole thing my address is www.myspace.com/raedini_the_one. It's called Blossom.

These days compliments are rather frequent (and always welcome) but I must say that being beautiful isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be. It’s highly overrated, actually. What a beautiful woman gets from men is more quantity and less quality. You can still only be with one at a time. I could have several men in the rotation but the player’s game is not for me. The other thing is I’m still saved. My values are the same now as they were when no one wanted me. In essence I’m still on the shelf to be taken down only when my future husband comes calling.

All of that pondering brings me to this revelation. I think that God allowed me to blossom late so that he could save me from the perils of beauty. He was shielding and protecting me from the world of relationships which I was probably much too naive to handle. It is much easier to keep yourself when no one wants you. The other part of that revelation is, I think that the attention of men has picked up because it’s getting time for my husband to come find me. I almost wish it was like it was in the old days when I had no prospects. I think it would make it easier to figure out which one was the one
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 Very profound indeed.But why did you jettison your former signature? 1977 Kids rock or something like that.It was always the icing on the cake when i read your posts.And that's because i'm a '77 kid too
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: blessedwoman on March 06, 2008, 01:34:00 PM
All Grown up, I'd have to agree with you. Sometimes I just don't want to be dressed up, I want to throw on some sweats and some jordans and go about my business. Some days, it seems to draw a lot of guys attention..not intentionally. I remember, I came into my job on my day off with a pair of sweats and this guy was like man I love it when girls wear sweats, you're about to make me holla at you.

On the other hand, I can't wear a scarf on my head outside and I hate being without earrings, my hair has to be done. I let my boyfriend see me with my hair tied up and I felt so uncomfortable :-[, but u get over it. I'm not a make-up girl because I always seem to rub it off during the course of the day :D :D Give me some lip gloss and I'm good to go!!

I guess it's all in the guy's preference.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 01:35:54 PM
Very profound indeed.But why did you jettison your former signature? 1977 Kids rock or something like that.It was always the icing on the cake when i read your posts.And that's because i'm a '77 kid too
I guess I thought it was not holy enough. And nobody was sayin "Hey, I'm 77 too!"

Hey you don't get to hear the word jettison everyday. Thanks, preciate that.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 01:40:29 PM
Girl, just learn to take a joke and KIM. Well, at least, MY jokes. ;) :D

Point taken.

But, that wasn't really an explanation for you, it was for HD.  I didn't want him to feel like I was teasing him or anything...  :-\  But still, point taken.  ;) (along with that annoying "clicking" noise people make when they wink.  LOL  :D :D :D)

Ok.

What's wrong with Michelle Obama? Or, more to the point, why the hate residue from your saying MICHELLE OBAMA?

On Tuesday night, when Barack and Michelle entered the auditorium to make his speech, I couldn't believe how drop-dead gorgeous Michelle looked.  That suit was to die for.  I mean, it was just to die for.  Her hair looked awesome (esp since I really hate her normal retro hairstyle).  Her makeup was flawless, her swagger was super-confident, and her smile was blinding.  But more than anything else, that suit was just to die for, and she wore it well.

I couldn't get over it because, I mean, she's a nice looking lady... always well dressed, but not really a head-turner, IMO.... and Tuesday, I just couldn't believe how stunning she looked.  Just totally classy.  Stylish.  Successful.  I was proud of how well she represented black women... but still kinda hatin on that suit.

So, I became jealous of her, and decided to hate her.  And NJ thinks it's funny.  >:(  :-\

 :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Keys410 on March 06, 2008, 01:42:02 PM
Nooo Keys, you cannot be commenting... you're working with a record bruh.  ;)

Nope... God said, "NO!"

...and Jonathan stop being his "Amen" section!!  >:(

As for Ms Rue again, her "so wrong" comment was based on that hate residue from me saying, MICHELLE OBAMA!!

My record was expunged :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 01:45:01 PM
Point taken.

But, that wasn't really an explanation for you, it was for HD.  I didn't want him to feel like I was teasing him or anything...  :-\  But still, point taken.  ;) (along with that annoying "clicking" noise people make when they wink.  LOL  :D :D :D)

On Tuesday night, when Barack and Michelle entered the auditorium to make his speech, I couldn't believe how drop-dead gorgeous Michelle looked.  That suit was to die for.  I mean, it was just to die for.  Her hair looked awesome (esp since I really hate her normal retro hairstyle).  Her makeup was flawless, her swagger was super-confident, and her smile was blinding.  But more than anything else, that suit was just to die for, and she wore it well.

I couldn't get over it because, I mean, she's a nice looking lady... always well dressed, but not really a head-turner, IMO.... and Tuesday, I just couldn't believe how stunning she looked.  Just totally classy.  Stylish.  Successful.  I was proud of how well she represented black women... but still kinda hatin on that suit.

So, I became jealous of her, and decided to hate her.  And NJ thinks it's funny.  >:(  :-\

 :D :D :D

a.  :D :D :D to the first part in bold

b. Gotcha.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 01:47:17 PM
Well, I dont know abotu anyone else, but I think some guys could appreciate seeing a woman, without make up, and maybe less than perfect sometimes. I found that it takes a lot of energy to walk around looking like you are going to the prom everyday, than it does to just keep it real. Dont get me wrong, men like a woman that can take care of themselves... Me personally, I go to the nail shop once a week to get my nails, feet, and or eyebrows done... I get my hair done once a week... I stay dressed nice all the time. But I dont sit around with a face full of make up looking like a manequin all day.

I think that if a man thinks you look gorgeous with your gym clothes and looking sweaty and all, he is a keeper. ;) He loves the real you... and will appreciate the made up you still...

Total cosign.  It takes work to do all that, and that's probably a part of the reason I'm such a recluse.  It takes so much effort to do all the hair and makeup stuff every day.

I am most comfortable in jeans, pumps and no makeup and a ponytail or headband or a hat or something like that.  BUT, I don't feel as good that way as I do when I'm all done up.

I guess what I'm saying is I feel my best when I'm done up, but it's not comfortable.

I don't feel my best when I'm not done up, but that's when I'm most comfortable.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 01:52:11 PM
Total cosign.  It takes work to do all that, and that's probably a part of the reason I'm such a recluse.  It takes so much effort to do all the hair and makeup stuff every day.

I am most comfortable in jeans, pumps and no makeup and a ponytail or headband or a hat or something like that.  BUT, I don't feel as good that way as I do when I'm all done up.

I guess what I'm saying is I feel my best when I'm done up, but it's not comfortable.

I don't feel my best when I'm not done up, but that's when I'm most comfortable.


Something's just not right about this picture, right ;chea!!
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Steely on March 06, 2008, 01:54:26 PM

I think that if a man thinks you look gorgeous with your gym clothes and looking sweaty and all, he is a keeper. ;) He loves the real you... and will appreciate the made up you still...

Can't front, I love the 'gym clothes' look. I don't mind a little sweat either.

However, if she comes out the gym sweating like she just finished a 8k marathon in an African jungle... I'zzz will be *Exiting stage left*

If she's sweating like that now... well... ummmmm... yeahh... Forget it.

LOL!

 
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 02:00:32 PM
Something's just not right about this picture, right ;chea!!

yeah...

I guess in that first one bolded point, I should've said "....but it's not as comfortable."  I mean, any woman is more physically comfortable in jeans (assuming they fit properly... lol), or sweats, and sneakers.  It's more comfortable to have your long hair in a ponytail because it's not in your face, you're not worrying about keeping the hair in place, or frizz or humidity or anything.  It's just more comfortable to be in "chill mode."

But, when I want to look stunning, I have to do all the other stuff, the pumps, the hair, the right jewelry and accessories, the contacts, the makeup... and that just ain't as comfortable as some sweats...  :-\
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 02:12:19 PM
Beauty is a sacrifice is what Rue is trying to say. I think everyone appreciates someone who has taken time with themselves.

Most things that women do are painful or uncomfortable in some way. Men don't notice really until you don't do it and then they appreciate that you did. I get my eyebrows waxed. PAIN! Bikini wax hurts. (So I've heard). Sitting under the dryer for like 2 hours is not fun. As a matter of fact, anything black women do to their hair is in some way uncomfortable. But Ohhhhh the end of the thing is better than the beginning! AMEN!!!

High heels are uncomfortable. Now that I'm out of my 20s I had to nix the really high heels. I heard my knee pop the other day. I think a lot of women need to downsize the heels. You don't look cute walking around like you're about to fall in some stilettos and you know your feet are hurting.

On the other hand it's an art to be able to be casual and really sexy, if I can use that word on here. You see movie stars go out looking any ol kinda way so no one will notice them and they actually end up looking more alluring. There's an art to it. The thing is to act like you don't know you look great.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: ~aLl_Gr0wN_uP~ on March 06, 2008, 02:17:39 PM
I took Marc to the nail shop so he can watch me get my eyebrows waxed... And also showed him exactly how a girttle(sp) works. He has a new respect for the things that women do... A LOT OF RESPECT.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: under13 on March 06, 2008, 02:20:45 PM

Most things that women do are painful or uncomfortable in some way. Men don't notice really until you don't do it and then they appreciate that you did. I get my eyebrows waxed. PAIN! Bikini wax hurts. (So I've heard). Sitting under the dryer for like 2 hours is not fun. As a matter of fact, anything black women do to their hair is in some way uncomfortable. But Ohhhhh the end of the thing is better than the beginning! AMEN!!!


TMI :-X

And women dont have to do any thing spcial with thier hair to look good. There are plenty of (confident) woman who have short natural hair, and look just fine
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 06, 2008, 02:28:10 PM
TMI :-X

And women dont have to do any thing spcial with thier hair to look good. There are plenty of (confident) woman who have short natural hair, and look just fine

 ::)

(And I'm not rolling my eyes at you specifically, moreso at that sentiment).

If women didn't have to do anything special with their hair, hair care wouldn't be a multi-billion dollar industry.  The length or texture of the hair is irrelevant to this discussion.  I've cut my hair practically BALD on more than one occasion; I've also cut it very low.  I've worn my hair natural for the majority of my life.

Short hair and natural hair still requires care.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 06, 2008, 03:03:05 PM
::)

(And I'm not rolling my eyes at you specifically, moreso at that sentiment).

If women didn't have to do anything special with their hair, hair care wouldn't be a multi-billion dollar industry.  The length or texture of the hair is irrelevant to this discussion.  I've cut my hair practically BALD on more than one occasion; I've also cut it very low.  I've worn my hair natural for the majority of my life.

Short hair and natural hair still requires care.
TRUE DAT! LaRue. Squash that misnomer before this thread turns into a natural vs. chemically treated showdown. In some ways we think a relaxer is easier but it's all work. Black is beautiful ...


Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: ~aLl_Gr0wN_uP~ on March 06, 2008, 03:23:21 PM
::)

(And I'm not rolling my eyes at you specifically, moreso at that sentiment).

If women didn't have to do anything special with their hair, hair care wouldn't be a multi-billion dollar industry. 
And my $20000 in tuition would really have been a waste..

The length or texture of the hair is irrelevant to this discussion.  I've cut my hair practically BALD on more than one occasion; I've also cut it very low.  I've worn my hair natural for the majority of my life.

Short hair and natural hair still requires care.

I have a short hair cut, and I do require a lot of hair care. My hair is naturally curly, so if I dont keep a touch-up on my relaxer, then my short hair do would look a mess... I also dye my hair occassionally.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Steely on March 06, 2008, 03:25:29 PM
...AND God said, Let there be...

(https://www.gigibeauty.com/images/DR%20MIRACLES/yhst-2519492840586_1863_90816788.jpg)

...AND there was ;D ;D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: ~aLl_Gr0wN_uP~ on March 06, 2008, 03:34:43 PM
...AND God said, Let there be...

([url]https://www.gigibeauty.com/images/DR%20MIRACLES/yhst-2519492840586_1863_90816788.jpg[/url])

...AND there was ;D ;D


I dont use that stuff...

(http://f3c.yahoofs.com/shopping/mcid12_142026/simg_t_tmibublrh30ozyhst59634452577475_1978_28060059110?rm_____DIhZ9214S)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 05:35:03 PM
TRUE DAT! LaRue. Squash that misnomer before this thread turns into a natural vs. chemically treated showdown. In some ways we think a relaxer is easier but it's all work. Black is beautiful ...


 :o :o :o :o :o

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtfEmTHeYNw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtfEmTHeYNw)

 :D :D :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: temejo1 on March 06, 2008, 09:31:08 PM
:o :o :o :o :o

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtfEmTHeYNw[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtfEmTHeYNw[/url])

 :D :D :D :D :D :D


LOL...classic!!!
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 06, 2008, 09:34:47 PM
LOL...classic!!!

 ;) :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: B3Wannabe on March 06, 2008, 10:36:42 PM
I may be the only man on the world that likes this but, I think women with natural eyebrows look really nice....as long as they don't touch. I just don't like the trimmed look. Sheesh, I just like the natural look in general!
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Furious Styles on March 06, 2008, 11:00:58 PM
Some men make great strides after 30. At 32 approaching 33 my love and appreciation for my wife as changed. My wife is very pretty, feminine, sexy, smart and funny in her own little way. If I were ever a single guy again I'd choose an India Arie type of girl. I would be more attracted to a woman who was comfortable in her skin even when she was a hot mess. I love to see my wife in her most humble moments. She is just as beautiful in the early morning hours as she has dressed up for a night out with the furious one... Mrs Furious can be very fierce with her feminine wiles. An intellectual like me would loves a woman who can argue her point of view.

I can't stand a quiet woman. I've dated some in the past. It was nothing worst than dating a fine woman who had little substance outside of her looks. It took me sometime to grow out of my Beyonce attraction. That is the definition of my twenties. I loved a fine woman. She could worship the moon but if she was fine.... Ok don't act like I'm the only one. NOW I'm in my India Arie state of mind. She's the kind of woman that I could fall hard for if I were a single guy. I love her musical brilliance. Her lyrics makes a guy believe that she could handle a very passionate relationship.  She's the kind of woman who'd have me eating out of her hand. My wife is a lot like her.... Mrs. Furious has a brother sprung... Its definely a beautiful thing..
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Mysteryman on March 06, 2008, 11:02:09 PM
I may be the only man on the world that likes this but, I think women with natural eyebrows look really nice....as long as they don't touch. I just don't like the trimmed look. Sheesh, I just like the natural look in general!

Cosign. Not sure about the touching part. :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Mysteryman on March 06, 2008, 11:33:51 PM

1. Could be how you look in what you got on. Or Body chemicals?

2. Is your hair down when they approach you? For me when a woman has long hair or has it down, Im more drawn to her. Some of these hairstyle are alright but the two that get me are the Afro puff and when a woman has her hair down.

3. I like to see women looking sharp but if I like her it doesnt matter much what she has on. Long as its not some grandma looking stuff. Basically she dresses her age. I like seeing women with short nails. For some reason I think its cute. ;D

4. Some women I know like clean cut or razor sharp brother.(Along with a few or things) I think you stand out more when you are like that. I can have my hair cut and dress decent but I have received more attention when I had a razor tape or when my clothes fit just right. meaning your belly is well hidden lol

5. Women younger than 38-40s seem to be easier to deal with. Some of the brothers in their 50+ may not be getting anywhere as much with their counterpart.

6. Im going to need a second post to complete this answer.  :D I wouldnt say the women fixed those men up. Different women bring out different qualities in a man. Some sisters over look good brothers because of his current status. Marriage makes some brothers mature.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Mysteryman on March 06, 2008, 11:45:32 PM
I would be more attracted to a woman who was comfortable in her skin even when she was a hot mess. I love to see my wife in her most humble moments. She is just as beautiful in the early morning hours as she has dressed up for a night out with the furious one...

I can't stand a quiet woman.

I agree. There is something about a woman's raw beauty even when she is in sweats and has that do rag over her head. There are times when I have looked at a woman even who others did not perceive to be attractive and see her beauty.

I was talking to a sister that didnt talk much. I was kinda bored with her but I didnt tell her that. :D I found myself leading most of the conversation. Something I usually dont do. I basically got an answer then asked the same question. lol Very cut and dry. I said I didnt have a problem with that before but now I know.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Virtuenow on March 10, 2008, 12:54:49 AM
We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).

4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.




Cool, you started another good relationship post.  I think we are seeing eye-to-eye on these issues.  All of your questions are on point. 

1.  When a guy approaches me at my worse I assume he has low standards.  That makes me somewhat disinterested.  On the other hand, it can be sort of a compliment.

2.  Sometimes I think guys are intimidated to approach a classy, good lookng woman. 

3.  A woman should always look her best.  Especially single women (no comment on married people).  Hair, nails, and clothes should always be together.  Do not listen to people who think coming outside looking a mess is attractive.  I think it is pretty gross.  I would never be caught outside (or inside) wearing sweats and a do-rag.  Sweatpants are the single most unattractive item anyone can wear.  That is just not my style.  Must remain ladylike at all times.

4.  I agree, when you reallly like someone the feelings tend to not be returned.  However, this is rare for me since I lose interest rather quickly.  Guys always find a way to turn you off.  Whether it is something they say or do 

5.  I had man with a cane track me down and hand me his phone number.  He looked like he was  70 yrs old.  Besides that, older men approach me, both white and black, and seem alot more confident then the young guys.  "Duds" seem  to have more confidence to approach you as well.  I mean those thuggish ruggish guys with the gold toofus.  I always want to say, why me.  Anyway, I agree w/whoever said there is a shortage of black men.  I believe the ratio of black men to women is lower than indicated.  There  are alot of jailed and or gay black men (sad, I know).   

Littlelamb, I can relate to you as far as being a late bloomer.  It does help to keep you chaste and virtuous!  The guys were few and far between, now they are banging down the doors.  You really do meet a lot more duds in this process.  I don't think I have met a good guy that was single yet.  There always turns out to be something terribly wrong! 
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: phatstrings on March 10, 2008, 06:05:41 AM
Guys always find a way to turn you off.  Whether it is something they say or do  

 It's either you've been around those with no respect for women or you have a short fuse.
 Wait.I think i have a clue...
since I lose interest rather quickly.

Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 10, 2008, 06:15:37 AM
It's either you've been around those with no respect for women or you have a short fuse.
 Wait.I think i have a clue...

INDEED. ::) :-\
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 10, 2008, 09:39:03 AM
1.  When a guy approaches me at my worse I assume he has low standards.  That makes me somewhat disinterested.  On the other hand, it can be sort of a compliment.

I truly hope you grow out of that, little sis.  It is a dangerous thing to assume a guy has "low standards" just because he is attracted to you when YOU feel you're at your worst.  Perhaps he likes a young lady who has that natural beauty we've been discussing throughout this thread, and looks as good in sweats as she does in pumps and makeup or jewelry.  Or perhaps **gasp** he actually sees beyond your outward appearance... God forbid.  ::) :-\

I would never be caught outside (or inside) wearing sweats and a do-rag. 

Not inside either, huh?  I want you to come back in about 5 years and tell me the same thing.  ;) ;D

Sweatpants are the single most unattractive item anyone can wear.  That is just not my style. 

I'm gonna chalk this one up to your just failing to put into words what you had in your mind, or perhaps your youth... because I KNOW this ain't what you meant to say. What you meant to say is that sweatpants are the single most unattractive item YOU can wear.  ;)  Some of us feel good and look good in sweatpants.  Although I'll be the first to admit (as I've discussed in this thread) that I feel a lot better in pumps and makeup than I do in sweats and a clean face, I would never go as far as to say every other woman should feel the way I feel and do what I do.

And lastly, sis, just because something is "just not YOUR style" doesn't mean that it should be banned from everyone else's world.  :-\ ;)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 10, 2008, 12:08:02 PM
Some men make great strides after 30. At 32 approaching 33 my love and appreciation for my wife as changed. My wife is very pretty, feminine, sexy, smart and funny in her own little way. If I were ever a single guy again I'd choose an India Arie type of girl. I would be more attracted to a woman who was comfortable in her skin even when she was a hot mess. I love to see my wife in her most humble moments. She is just as beautiful in the early morning hours as she has dressed up for a night out with the furious one... Mrs Furious can be very fierce with her feminine wiles. An intellectual like me would loves a woman who can argue her point of view.

I can't stand a quiet woman. I've dated some in the past. It was nothing worst than dating a fine woman who had little substance outside of her looks. It took me sometime to grow out of my Beyonce attraction. That is the definition of my twenties. I loved a fine woman. She could worship the moon but if she was fine.... Ok don't act like I'm the only one. NOW I'm in my India Arie state of mind. She's the kind of woman that I could fall hard for if I were a single guy. I love her musical brilliance. Her lyrics makes a guy believe that she could handle a very passionate relationship.  She's the kind of woman who'd have me eating out of her hand. My wife is a lot like her.... Mrs. Furious has a brother sprung... Its definely a beautiful thing..

Awwwwwwwwwwwwww, that's beautiful. Your wife is blessed to have you. There you go again with the perfectly composed post. I think you hit on a good point which is ... the looks may be what first attracts a man but after that there's got to be much more depth to keep the interest alive. So, once he's fallen in love with you for your beauty AND your substance then when you're not looking so great he still thinks you're beautiful because he's sees beyond the surface.
Ahhhh, what a lovely thing to ponder.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 10, 2008, 12:12:07 PM
Awwwwwwwwwwwwww, that's beautiful. Your wife is blessed to have you. There you go again with the perfectly composed post. I think you hit on a good point which is ... the looks may be what first attracts a man but after that there's got to be much more depth to keep the interest alive. So, once he's fallen in love with you for your beauty AND your substance then when you're not looking so great he still thinks you're beautiful because he's sees beyond the surface.
Ahhhh, what a lovely thing to ponder.


You know, I'd swear that you said that was a problem when cats would approach you after coming from the gym or what have you?  ?/?

Anyway..... :-\
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 10, 2008, 12:13:08 PM
5.  I had man with a cane track me down and hand me his phone number.  He looked like he was  70 yrs old.  Besides that, older men approach me, both white and black, and seem alot more confident then the young guys.  "Duds" seem  to have more confidence to approach you as well.  I mean those thuggish ruggish guys with the gold toofus.  I always want to say, why me.  Anyway, I agree w/whoever said there is a shortage of black men.  I believe the ratio of black men to women is lower than indicated.  There  are alot of jailed and or gay black men (sad, I know).   

Littlelamb, I can relate to you as far as being a late bloomer.  It does help to keep you chaste and virtuous!  The guys were few and far between, now they are banging down the doors.  You really do meet a lot more duds in this process.  I don't think I have met a good guy that was single yet.  There always turns out to be something terribly wrong! 

For real, there is a shortage of godly men that have it together but I don't think they are non-existent. I will say that I do have hope. If I didn't I would have gave it up a long time ago. All you need is one. I have to remind myself of that daily. Just ONE. There is one. I'm sure there's more than one but you want that special one just for you and he's out there somewhere. He may not be hip to you yet but he's coming. HOLD OUT ... Help is on the way.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Steely on March 10, 2008, 01:07:55 PM

You know, I'd swear that you said that was a problem when cats would approach you after coming from the gym or what have you?  ?/?

Anyway..... :-\

Indeed... :-\
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 10, 2008, 01:18:13 PM
This thread is just severely flawed....   :-\ :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 10, 2008, 01:19:47 PM
This thread is just severely flawed....   :-\ :D :D :D

PPWWAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!! :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: BigFoot_BigThumb on March 10, 2008, 01:20:47 PM
We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).

4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.





To answer #'s 1-3, I just personally dig a woman with natural beauty.  I cannot stand a woman that is overdone.  I do not like weave, too much makeup, fake contacts, way too tight clothing with an attitude, etc.  Aint nothing like a hot, sweaty woman.  You can't get anymore natural than that. 

#4.  Only you can answer that.  Maybe you secretly like that type of guy that comes at you.  Go on and get you a Romey-Rome.

#5.  That just what you call an old PLAYA!!!!!!!!!  The second part of it is why do young girls hook up with older men?  Mainly it's about money.


#6.  The great one are married already because they ARE great.  While you're geting your hair, makeup and nails done all of the time, those women are out there snatching the good ones up.  You snooze, you lose baby!!!!!!!! 
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 10, 2008, 01:23:18 PM
#6.  The great one are married already because they ARE great.  While you're geting your hair, makeup and nails done all of the time, those women are out there snatching the good ones up.  You snooze, you lose baby!!!!!!!! 

May I have a "PWAAAHAHAHAHAHA" on Aisle 9, please?   :D :D :D :D :D

Hilarious, BFBT!!!!

PPWWAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!! :D :D :D

Wow, I had no idea that was PWAHAHA worthy.... :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: sjonathan02 on March 10, 2008, 01:23:47 PM

To answer #'s 1-3, I just personally dig a woman with natural beauty.  I cannot stand a woman that is overdone.  I do not like weave, too much makeup, fake contacts, way too tight clothing with an attitude, etc.  Aint nothing like a hot, sweaty woman.  You can't get anymore natural than that. 

#4.  Only you can answer that.  Maybe you secretly like that type of guy that comes at you.  Go on and get you a Romey-Rome.

#5.  That just what you call an old PLAYA!!!!!!!!!  The second part of it is why do young girls hook up with older men?  Mainly it's about money.


#6.  The great one are married already because they ARE great.  While you're geting your hair, makeup and nails done all of the time, those women are out there snatching the good ones up.  You snooze, you lose baby!!!!!!!! 

Just about the best thing you've ever posted on LGM. Real Talk.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: littlelamb on March 10, 2008, 02:03:25 PM
All of my posts become a joke. Nevermind ...
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: under13 on March 10, 2008, 02:06:44 PM
All of my posts become a joke. Nevermind ...

Thats LGM for you. I guess we just wana have fun.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 10, 2008, 02:09:09 PM
All of my posts become a joke. Nevermind ...

Ehhh, it's nothing personal, sis.  We are notorious for hijacking threads, or making jokes where the OP didn't intend anything to be funny.  All in all, you got a lot of good answers to your questions, many of which substantiated your experiences.  This site (and this world) is full of people with different experiences, different ideas, opinions, thoughts, etc.  You can expect, now and forever, that you will get a variety of different responses here, some of which will help you, some of which will make you laugh or cry, and some of which you can just ignore.  :-\

In this thread, there's just a lot of stuff that is contradictory, off-base, or just plain wrong, and once you get to know the LGMers, you'll see that there isn't much that gets by without notice...  ;) :)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: HandsBlessedbyGod on March 10, 2008, 03:20:00 PM
We seem to be on a trend of asking questions of the opposite sex this week. Here's my contribution:

1.   How come men always want to talk to you when you look a mess? I’m talking bout just came out of the gym and sweaty with no makeup on and a jogging suit and hair tied up. (Maybe it’s that you’re sweaty already).
One could ask: If you didn’t come from the gym or from moving out of your house, then why did you come out looking like that?

2.   Part B to #1: How come when I really try hard and get my hair done and dress up there are less men trying talk to me? Is it that they think they don't have a chance? When I look so-so (in my opinion), then they want to holla’. What the deal?

3.   Part C to #1: Are guys really interested in what we think they’re interested in OR could we all save a lot of money and not get our hair and nails done and just go out with no makeup on. (I don’t have nails because I play the piano but I “gets” that hair "fix" religiously and put on makeup).

4.   How come guys I like don’t like me but the ones I don’t like are all over me? Am I looking for the wrong thing and missing out on a good one?

5.   Why do old men always try to talk to women that are way younger than them? I know I look young and I get some old dudes who really think I’ll give them my number. Is it that I look young and naïve and unused and fresh and STUPID? Let me qualify old before someone gets offended. Somewhere in the age of my grandpa if he was still alive and I’m 30 yrs old.

6.   How come it seems like the great ones are married already? Or is it that their wives fixed them up and now they got it together? I’m not dating a married man, no way/no how. Just curious.

I really need to be working on my sermon, lol, but this question really caught my attention.  So I figured that I would give my $.02 to the matter. Here it is:

1. I'm really not sure what men you've been coming across, but personally, I'm more attracted to a woman who has put forth an effort to look nice.  Don't get me wrong, I want to be able to see all sides of a woman.....dressy, comfortable, relaxed, casual, whatever.  I enjoy a woman who dresses up, but I ask that she does not do it all the time.  Because there is another side that is hidden that I want to see. But first impressions to me are without a doubt important.  And a sweaty woman just doesn't make a good impression on me the first time out.

1b. A lot of men are intimidated by a beautiful woman for whatever reason.  How do I know?  Because I use to be one of them.  But if I seen you after you had made the effort to do yourself up, then I would without hesitation talk to you.  Not saying I wouldn't talk to you otherwise, but you get the picture...

1c. Simply, yes, I'm interested in those things....

4. Oddly, I have this problem with women.  It's the most unattractive (physically, spiritually, and mentally) women who want to be with me.  And they are so straight forward about wanting me and will even say that God sent them to me.  Ummmm......no!!  But because I have this problem, I'm just as baffled as you are.

5. I want to talk to women who I find an attraction with, no matter the age (in a sense).  However, I'm naturally attracted to older women, because of their maturity.  I don't really go for the idea of talking to women who are 19, 20, 21. (I'm 25).   But women in their thirties hold my attention longer than anybody else, it seems.  That's not to say that if God wants it to be, that I wouldn't be with a younger women.  But to answer your question, older men just like young meat, lol.  It's kinda sick in a way when a man in his 50's tries to holla at a woman in her 20's.  But on the flip side, there are some women who like that.

6. I ask this question myself when dealing with women.   And I'm actually looking! Lol. All the good ones are either married, live too far away, or just don't want to be with anyone because of past hurts.  So who does that leave?  Just the stalkers, those with bad attitudes, those who don't even think about Christ, those who live their lives in clubs and get drunk (which I am not attracted to at all) and so forth.  The good, SINGLE women (with no kids, lol)  :D , hide so darn well!!  :)

Be blessed in the Lord!  ;)
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: 3rd-Day on March 10, 2008, 03:33:30 PM
I wish I would have gotten here earlier.

For the record.........that whole sweaty not funky but just coming from an evening 3 mile run with the ipod on the sleeve and the nike jump suit with the fresh nike shocks on look..hair pulled nice and neat in a bun or a nice natural..........teeth all white and shiny..........still cute even with no make up...........still got a couple of leftover white chunks of powder fresh deodorant under the armpits .......not on all women but some women........Its kind of uuummmm....................... well......


Why yall lookin at me like that!!!! >:(
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: LaylaMonroe on March 10, 2008, 03:40:12 PM
I wish I would have gotten here earlier.

For the record.........that whole sweaty not funky but just coming from an evening 3 mile run with the ipod on the sleeve and the nike jump suit with the fresh nike shocks on look..hair pulled nice and neat in a bun or a nice natural..........teeth all white and shiny..........still cute even with no make up...........still got a couple of leftover white chunks of powder fresh deodorant under the armpits .......not on all women but some women........Its kind of uuummmm....................... well......


Why yall lookin at me like that!!!! >:(

*SMH, hitting the light switch on the way out the door*  LOL  :D :D :D
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: BigFoot_BigThumb on March 10, 2008, 04:24:26 PM
All of my posts become a joke. Nevermind ...


Who's joking?  I'm telling the truth.
Title: Re: Questions for Men (or anyone with a good answer) Why???
Post by: Mysteryman on March 10, 2008, 04:37:24 PM
still got a couple of leftover white chunks of powder fresh deodorant under the armpits

Too much deodorant. :D Talk about breaking out.