Date: 3/26/2008 1:32:00 AM
From Authorid: 42945
I think it would irk the living daylights outta me also hun, really she is more to be pitied I suppose, needs attention and feels that is the only way she can get it, sad!  |
Date: 3/26/2008 1:36:00 AM
From Authorid: 21867
I don't think it's wrong at all Cathy...I know I get bugged by people who do the same thing. I guess all you can really do it just sit back and watch people like that make a fool of themselves.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 2:31:00 AM
From Authorid: 7830
to me it seems like a joke thats told too many times, first couple times it's funny then just becomes annoying. Id be annoyed too.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 3:06:00 AM
From Authorid: 62983
Nope, not wrong at all. This would bug the heck out of me me too.  |
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Date: 3/26/2008 3:59:00 AM
From Authorid: 64593
I would glady disassociate myself from someone who thrives off such attention. That is very annoying, I agree with the others. |
Date: 3/26/2008 4:02:00 AM
From Authorid: 63047
I can see what you mean, eventually I would want to yell "SHUT UP ALREADY, WE KNOW" lol  |
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Date: 3/26/2008 4:06:00 AM
From Authorid: 62983
^^LMAO@Angus! I was thinking the same thing. |
Date: 3/26/2008 4:06:00 AM
From Authorid: 33925
It would irk me too SC. There is this girl that works in my office that is just like this. She has done it all and done it the BEST. It drives me absolutely nuts, but I just smile, nod and walk away..LOL  |
Date: 3/26/2008 4:19:00 AM
From Authorid: 64365
I've met people like this before. When a person brags/stretches the truth they are just wanting to look big and exciting in other people's eyes...overcompensating for what they aren't and wish they could have been, or could be. They just haven't learned, yet, that just being themselves is enough.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 4:28:00 AM
From Authorid: 30747
I laughed all the way through this because I think we've all known people like this. It is irritating and it takes everything I've got to hold back from pointing out how rediculas they are coming off. Eventually someone close is going to get fed up and say something to her about it and she will feel like a fool. Poor thing has no real self esteem and over compensates.  |
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Date: 3/26/2008 4:29:00 AM
From Authorid: 30747
Oh my gosh, I said basically what Nani said. lol I should learn to read responses first. :) |
Date: 3/26/2008 4:53:00 AM
From Authorid: 51393
I agree with nani sometimes some has not learned the idea of what it is now.The thruth life itself what they are truly facing.I would call them a dreamer someone that wishes has accomplished so much to feel better about themselves.The only good thing about this is the fact at least she was not speaking of others bad in a way(gossip).Just look at her as a story teller someone that wishes to walk on someone elses shoes.I don't see any wrong with that.Let others be we always need a good listener.A deed you do for others is always a blessing unto you....Much love and God Bless....  |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:17:00 AM
From Authorid: 56359
I don't think your wrong about how you feel, or that your being petty. I think your feelings are rational and justifiable.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:19:00 AM
From Authorid: 12072
reminds me of my cousin's ex. by the age of 23, he was a cop, military, doctor, you name it, he's done it (when in reality he's just a thug). People like htat really irk me too, it's just a desperate cry for attention I think. Doesn't make it any less annoying though!  |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:20:00 AM
From Authorid: 48809
Unfortunately, I think we have all known someone like this, it is very annoying to say the least.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:37:00 AM
From Authorid: 14909
Your right.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:41:00 AM
From Authorid: 15228
LOL My husband just had a work assignment in Alaska with someone like that. Now, my husband did over 20 years and barely talks about the military, this kid did 3 years and went no where and he talked constantly about the military and told stories that couldn't be true. It drove my husband up the wall since the guy talked constantly. Finally my husband asked him why in the heck (edited) doesn't he just go back in if he loved it so much.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:44:00 AM
From Authorid: 10657
I think she is just seeking attention no, what I really think is that she is looking for acknowledgment so, the next time well, when I was in the military or I was in the military say, I'm glad you cooked for our men and women that went overseas and I can understand why you chose to stay stateside. No, don't do that that is rude lol.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:45:00 AM
From Authorid: 13119
If I were you I would ask her so exactly how long were you military and if it was only 18 months exactly how long did she spend in the field. Actually I would lay into her, I have over 20 yrs in the military and am still serving. Her being in 18 mos and refusing a tour or posting is disgusting.  |
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Date: 3/26/2008 5:47:00 AM
From Authorid: 13119
If she was a MP then yes she is trained to "observe" if she was a cook then she is trained to wash pots. tell her to shut up. |
Date: 3/26/2008 5:48:00 AM
From Authorid: 63191
I understand your frustration! I knew a man who presented himself as a "disabled Vietnam vet." He played on people's sympathy and solicited special favors because of his "status." The facts of the matter were: yes, he was a Vietnam Vet, but never went into battle. He was disabled because he was a diabetic who never took care of himself and he lost a leg to the disease. He was NOT injuried in the war as he'd have people believe. It irritates me to no end because, to me, that's a slap in the face to all the TRUE disable Vietnam Vets. What your neighbor needs is for one of the vets that served in a war put her into a corner in front of others. "Quiz" her on military procedure, or even point out that she was, in fact, seperated because of her refusal to go overseas and that she is full of baloney. That may take her down a few pegs. How dare she equate herself to those true heros!  |
Date: 3/26/2008 7:09:00 AM
From Authorid: 28848
she is obviously very proud of herself, which is good, I guess. But I would get tired of hearing it, especially knowing that the truth is being stretched a bit.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 7:46:00 AM
From Authorid: 19613
I think I would be pretty irked if I were you. However, being detached form the situation it looks mostly funny from my perspective - she sounds like a sitcom character. ;)  |
Date: 3/26/2008 8:21:00 AM
From Authorid: 4144
LOL! it would probably get on my last nerve too!  |
Date: 3/26/2008 8:53:00 AM
From Authorid: 3263
Ugh, I HATE it when people do that! They bring whatever it is (in this case her military experience) into EVERY SINGLE CONVERSATION, whether it is relevent or not. GAH! Get a life!!!  |
Date: 3/26/2008 8:58:00 AM
From Authorid: 55297
No, my husband is currently being deployed, and this too would bother me. That is just, Im not sure of the word, but I wouldnt like hearing that over and over again... It would drive me nuts.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 9:09:00 AM
From Authorid: 12103
No its not wrong for it to bother you, especially if YOU actually have friends/family who have activally been involved in the military.... For me, a person who doesnt really know anyone in the military, I think its stupid and almost kinda funny. Like the poor woman is so insecure with herself she is trying to "talk-up" her story and relate it to others. I'd put her in her place :p  |
Date: 3/26/2008 9:33:00 AM
From Authorid: 62100
LOL!!!!! I hear you there Cathy  |
Date: 3/26/2008 10:44:00 AM
From Authorid: 28190
That would bug me too. I pretty much agree with every reply on here. You (or one of the vets) Should /really/ do as USMom said. Quiz her. xD... Ok, that might be mean, but it might be a lesson that she needs to learn too. It would be very hard for me to ignore her. My Grandfather was military, my great uncle, and uncle were too.. My great uncle was still serving when he died on duty from an illness. That was before I was born, but we still have his medals, and many things he received as awards during his service. Someone like the lady you mentioned would really, really grate my nerves. Good Luck. :) *Huge hugs*  |
Date: 3/26/2008 11:26:00 AM
From Authorid: 35160
no, that would bug me too. apparently she nothing else going on in her life that she needs to constantly bring that fact up. if it was me, i would just tell her to quit talking that way around me. and if she didnt like it, she can always go home.  |
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Date: 3/26/2008 12:48:00 PM ( Admin )
When people pat themselves on the back it is an indicator that there is something missing in their lives. Possibly recognition. It isn't a bad thing to help people gain that feeling once you know what they are really asking for. |
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Date: 3/26/2008 1:06:00 PM
From Authorid: 55297
No, my husband is currently being deployed, and this too would bother me. That is just, Im not sure of the word, but I wouldnt like hearing that over and over again... It would drive me nuts. |
Date: 3/26/2008 1:56:00 PM
From Authorid: 58078
Regardless 18 months or not she was still in the military BUT enough already...no need to bring it up everytime you open your mouth...that would drive me bonkers...I'd be like since you talk about the military so much you much love it...why not go back..LOL...and can you really refuse a job? I didn't think you can and that they would actually dismiss you over that. But I'm not military so I don't know.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 2:14:00 PM
From Authorid: 63011
It would bug me, too. It's like she feels the need to one-up everybody. That's really annoying when someone acts like that.  |
Date: 3/26/2008 3:09:00 PM
From Authorid: 64498
No because it is more than bragging! She wants the world to know how important she is! I am sure that your other neighbors roll thier eyes about it... I am not down playing anyone who serves in the military but there are others out there who have served as well and dont brag to that extent definante esteem issues... I had a friend in college who would exaggerate everything if you were in a car accident then she would top that and say her car was totaled and she was in the hospital for six months. It is hard to deal with people like that... I feel your pain  |
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Date: 3/26/2008 8:12:00 PM
From Authorid: 64604
I FEEL YOU! she sounds like what i call a "One Up-er" and i work with some of them. I can say I'm sick and suddenly the one up-er is dying. =/ unfortunately these people exist. maybe she's just sad. |
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