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2010: 3 Things
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    2010: 3 Things

    by vikingbitch » Wed Dec 08, 2010 10:33 pm

    With 2010 coming to a close (and our long awaited cruise approaching!!!!) I usually try to look back on the past year and take at least a moment to reflect on it. I thought it might be an interesting way to further get to know our fellow cruisers, especially throwing in the geographical side of things to do with so many people from different countries.

    I usually try to think of three of some of the more prominent/memorable things that I have learned, experienced and hope to do in the next year that I was never able to try this one. It could be anything from large accomplishments to small experiences that seem to have become ones that you will never forget. For example:

    Things I have learned in 2010:
    - How to play the drums (all be it horribly but dammit I'll be decent one day)
    - How to do a Backwards Fireman Spin (was taking pole dancing classes up until I broke my leg - easy move I know but just wait until I get to level 7. Its gonna be bad ass.)
    - Learned how to play D&D and Last Night on Earth (zombie rpg game) and got really into both. Its like I become a bigger nerd by the day lol.

    Memorable experiences in 2010:
    - Broke my leg, have 7 screws and a metal plate in my leg, two surgeries, in total 3+ months off work where I could do fuck all. Could not forget if I tried.
    - Vegas for my 21st (not really new - 5th time there and had fake ids previous times but still fun) and while in vegas I got to sing on stage to a crowd full of people with a full
    band behind me playing with me. Something I had always dreamed of trying. Plus other Vegas stuff - shows i.e Jay Leno etc etc.
    - Planned first Stagette all by myself (had helped with others) and the shit show wedding that I was a part of.

    What you want to learn/experience in 2011:
    - Metal cruise. Need I say more?
    - To speak German. Would love to learn Italian but I think German would be more practical.
    - Get better at playing drums and perhaps join a band if my schedule allows.

    I spent so much of this past year completely fucked over from my leg and out of commission that the missed opportunities that I had kind of get to me a bit. Makes it weird looking back.

    I'm done talking, now tell me about yourselves fellow cruisers!!! :headbanger:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by ShoreSlayer » Thu Dec 09, 2010 1:15 am

    I have to try to approach this with some caution as much of my year (and life these days it seems) is big stuff on the inner levels as opposed to the external. I've long prided myself on being pretty humble and take no shame in admitting details related to personal challenges and such. But I've found that, for others, it can often veer off into the realm of TMI (too much information) and either make them feel uncomfortable or just not interested as they aren't issues that hold any meaning for them. That being said, I'll try to reply with a balance of stuff...

    Things I have learned in 2010:
    - Completed all the core courses of my TESOL Tutoring certificate program. Still have to do the practicum to get the certificate but the learning part is done. Achieved an A- average but the real measure of learning is in the practical knowledge we take away from something. Sadly, I've been unable to attract a single student/generate a single dollar from what I've learned. Am going to do some volunteer tutoring and the practicum after the cruise in Feb so am hoping that will help but, truth of the matter is, I didn't research the field as well as I could have and it turns out that competition for students is fierce. Many who have Master's degrees and the full TESOL Diploma programs under their belts and even they aren't charging much for services. I'm glad I took the course and pleased with my performance there but just not terribly thrilled with the results atm.
    - I can really learn some kickass, challenging solos on guitar when I really put forth the necessary time and effort.
    - More of a reminder than a 'new' learning but hit home in a couple BIG ways... Aside from death and taxes, the only thing you can really count on in life is change.

    Memorable experiences in 2010:
    - Lots of great gigs but, most of all, finally getting to see Raven and literally standing less than a foot away from Mark Gallagher as he tore it up big time!
    - Going down to Seattle for Samhain ceremony and finally casting aside some ridiculous mental bullshit I'd been creating to sabotage my own spirituality
    - Dressing up as King Diamond for the Secret Souls walk and getting totally carried away by the experience of 'the walk'

    What you want to learn/experience in 2011:
    - Some mysterious stuff that I can't really talk about here (could be illegal, could be spiritual, could be musical, could be sexual or even financial) :P
    - I'm really going to put a lot of my focus this year into getting thicker skinned and improve my ability to keep from letting other people's shit fuck with my head. This was NOT a good year for that and I feel I've regressed about a decade in terms of emotional fortitude but I'm done with that now.
    - My first ever trip to the East coast of North America - First ever cruise - First ever time in Mexico - Oh, and I've heard there will be a bit of entertainment onbroad the ship in between ports of call.
    So far at least, 2011, 2012 & 2015 were enough for me
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by last_candle » Thu Dec 09, 2010 5:06 am

    to keep it short and bearable for everybody willing to read it:

    things re-learned in 2010
    - nothing comes from indifference (quoting Alter Bridge ;) ) - if I don't push myself, I'm getting too comfortable in just doing "my routine"
    - the things I say don't necessarily arrive at the recipient the way I intend it to
    - my gut feeling never betrays me

    memorable experiences/changes
    - my own house
    - Lord of The Rings - The Return of The King: with live Orcheestra and live Choirs (it was uberawesome!)
    - Blind Guardian is back stronger than ever (at least live) [this one will probably be exchanged for something more important]

    What you want to learn/experience in 2011:
    - 70'000 Tons of Metal!!!
    - find a good work/life-balance, know how to be more active in my free time instead of just forcing myself to relax and ending up doing "nothing" (like posting here)
    - getting into shape
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Stained Class » Thu Dec 09, 2010 7:26 am

    Things I have learned in 2010:
    -Being done school rocks
    -Drinking can get boring if you do it with the same people at the same place every single weekend
    -It is really hard to keep people committed enough to actually be in a band (especially if your drummer lives in an apartment building)

    Memorable experiences in 2010:
    -Finishing school
    -Getting 6th place at the Canadian YoYo Nationals
    -Spur of the moment deciding to go to this cruise and Wacken

    What you want to learn/experience in 2011:
    -Metal Cruise/Wacken (along with a 2 week eurotrip)
    -Start a band and write music
    -Place top 5 at YoYo nationals

    Oh, I met a bunch of fellow metalheads this year, some over this forum. That was awesome too.
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by ShoreSlayer » Thu Dec 09, 2010 7:43 am

    Stained Class wrote:-Getting 6th place at the Canadian YoYo Nationals

    That is one of the coolest things I've heard about here. Got any vid links?
    So far at least, 2011, 2012 & 2015 were enough for me
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Stained Class » Thu Dec 09, 2010 7:48 am

    ShoreSlayer wrote:
    Stained Class wrote:-Getting 6th place at the Canadian YoYo Nationals

    That is one of the coolest things I've heard about here. Got any vid links?


    Prelims:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTU6DZjjStQ

    Finals:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BemVHweh ... re=related

    My buddy (from edmonton) winning worlds:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knYCilujrFM

    I might also be competing in the Laser Quest North America Championships in 2011. Screw regular sports :mrgreen:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by ShoreSlayer » Thu Dec 09, 2010 8:36 am

    SWEET!

    Performing to Zeppelin too!! :headbanger:

    I could NEVER keep the damn things spinning and my string always got fused around the axle (right word?).

    You HAVE to bring one or two on cruise with you now!! :P
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Disaster Area » Thu Dec 09, 2010 8:42 am

    Stained Class wrote:Things I have learned in 2010:
    -Being done school rocks


    I think you may want to go back for a refresher on prepositions...

    ---with---

    :lol: :heavydrink:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Disaster Area » Thu Dec 09, 2010 8:44 am

    last_candle wrote:things re-learned in 2010
    - nothing comes from indifference (quoting Alter Bridge ;) )


    I really really really like both Alter Bridge albums. We may be the only ones on here that do... :cheers:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Stained Class » Thu Dec 09, 2010 8:47 am

    Shoreslayer - Thanks, I definitely will bring 1 or 2 with me. It is a bit easier to keep it spinning when you spend $120 on one :D

    Disaster - I didn't go for english and I don't plan to start being good at english now. :givebeer:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Disaster Area » Thu Dec 09, 2010 8:48 am

    ShoreSlayer wrote:
    Stained Class wrote:-Getting 6th place at the Canadian YoYo Nationals

    That is one of the coolest things I've heard about here. Got any vid links?


    AGREE! please demo those skills on the Lido deck. It will be a huge hit! Congrats on the WIN!

    Maybe we'll read about you in Obscure Sports Quarterly some day... :cheers:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by debborah1 » Thu Dec 09, 2010 8:49 am

    Disaster Area wrote:
    last_candle wrote:things re-learned in 2010
    - nothing comes from indifference (quoting Alter Bridge ;) )


    I really really really like both Alter Bridge albums. We may be the only ones on here that do... :cheers:

    correction......I too am a fan...Love them
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Heabymetawhunta » Thu Dec 09, 2010 9:37 am

    things learned in 2010
    - I now know why older people wear running shoes everywhere, they're comfortable as hell
    - Pharmaceutical industry does have some good to it
    - Gourmet Food Trucks ARE the best thing to happen to food.

    memorable experiences/changes
    - Having Scott from Repulsion say "this song is for HECTOR!" and letting me go on stage with sing with him schizo. It was the greatest thing thats ever happened to me.
    - MDF and seeing Repulsion front row in a different city.
    - 2 year anniversary with my girl at Horror Nights.

    What you want to learn/experience in 2011:
    - 70'000 Tons of Metal!!! << i think everyone on here should have that; MDF '11, HOA.
    - Travel Europe after I finish school and save up some quick cash.
    - Master the art of home brewing! :beerwink:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by last_candle » Thu Dec 09, 2010 9:38 am

    debborah1 wrote:
    Disaster Area wrote:
    last_candle wrote:things re-learned in 2010
    - nothing comes from indifference (quoting Alter Bridge ;) )

    I really really really like both Alter Bridge albums. We may be the only ones on here that do... :cheers:

    correction......I too am a fan...Love them

    the third album was released some time ago - haven't got it, yet...and I also never listened to their debut
    but you reminded me to check out "III"
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Disaster Area » Thu Dec 09, 2010 9:43 am

    last_candle wrote:
    debborah1 wrote:
    Disaster Area wrote:I really really really like both Alter Bridge albums. We may be the only ones on here that do... :cheers:

    correction......I too am a fan...Love them

    the third album was released some time ago - haven't got it, yet...and I also never listened to their debut
    but you reminded me to check out "III"


    Third, what!? how did I miss that? guess the Creed reunion distracted me (New Creed was weak). Anyway, Alter's first disc was as good as the second, very similar, I love Tremonti's style, aggressive as hell!

    Anyone wanting to dis me (us) for liking Alter Brdge, I offer a preemptive eyeroll: :roll: shove off!
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    by Metalwrath » Thu Dec 09, 2010 11:40 am

    Things i have learned in 2010
    - Drinking beer with painkillers is not as fun as it seems
    - Ireland is bankrupt and more doomed than before
    - Ex - girlfriends are ex -girlfriends for a good reason-

    Memoriable experiences/Excehanges
    - Watching Haggard playing in a castle
    - Getting drunk with Shok Paris in their tour bus
    - Attending 6 metal festivals within a month

    What you want to learn/Experience in 2011
    - Want to learn Swedish and get a job in Sweden
    - To see Judas priests last ever gig and say farewell to them
    - Cause druken mayhem and carnage on the cruise and in Miami and get as drunk as i did at MCF1 (without the hospital part of course)
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by vikingbitch » Thu Dec 09, 2010 12:33 pm

    Metalwrath wrote:- Ex - girlfriends are ex -girlfriends for a good reason-


    :lol: :lol: :lol: :cheers:

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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by DOGFACEGOD » Thu Dec 09, 2010 1:06 pm

    THINGS I LEARNED IN 2010
    1. MY KIDS ARE GROWING UP TOO FAST
    2. HOW MUCH I LOVE MY WIFE(MOST IMPORTANT PERSON IN MY LIFE)
    3. HOW MUCH I LOVE BEING A METALHEAD AFTER ALL THESE YRS :headbanger:

    MEMORABLE 2010
    1. SEEING THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS WIN THE CUP :beerwink:
    2. GOING TO HAWKS RALLY W/MY 2 SONS..OVER A MILLION PEOPLE..GREAT TIME
    3. BEING MARRIED FOR 10 YRS

    WHAT I WANT TO LEARN/EXPERIENCE IN 2011
    1. THIS KICK ASS TRIP :viking:
    2. TAKEN MY SON TO SEE MAIDEN(HIS 1ST SHOW)
    3. TAKEN A TRIP W/ MY WIFE( NO KIDS) :beerwink:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Stained Class » Thu Dec 09, 2010 1:10 pm

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    Anyways...sounds like you had a good year! Thats awesome taking your kid to Maiden for his first show! How old?
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by ShoreSlayer » Thu Dec 09, 2010 1:13 pm

    Stained Class wrote:Image

    Anyways...sounds like you had a good year! Thats awesome taking your kid to Maiden for his first show! How old?

    C' mon now.... Debb does the cAPS lOCK tHING all the time and no one rags on her. Dogman finally posts in a thread other than the Now Playing thread and you gotta pounce? dAMN!!
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Heabymetawhunta » Thu Dec 09, 2010 1:16 pm

    ShoreSlayer wrote: . Dogman finally posts in a thread other than the Now Playing thread and you gotta pounce? dAMN!!



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    by DOGFACEGOD » Thu Dec 09, 2010 1:17 pm

    SON IS NINE YRS OLD AND I THINK AM BETTER STAYING AT THE WHAT AM LISTING TO!!!
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    by Stained Class » Thu Dec 09, 2010 1:19 pm

    You're right. Although everyone knows Deb is crazy and the guys name is even in caps. It's all in good fun. I just hope Deb isn't always yelling in real life, that would make for one interesting limo ride...
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    by onenight » Thu Dec 09, 2010 5:03 pm

    Things learned in 2010:
    Not a damn thing. I repeatedly make the same mistakes over, and over....and over.

    Memorable experiences in 2010:
    --Running my first half marathon in Indianapolis. Finished 429 out of 2,765. It was a good day!
    --Getting Ace Frehleys autograph at Hard Rock Cafe' in Detroit.
    --Going to Maryland Deathfest. Killer bands, great city, cool people.

    Thing I want to experience in 2011:
    --Seeing Judas Priest begin their farewell tour on this cruise :headbanger:
    --Run my first marathon.
    --Have a threesome with my wife and another hot looking chick. :beerwink:
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    by onenight » Thu Dec 09, 2010 5:18 pm

    DOGFACEGOD wrote:THINGS I LEARNED IN 2010
    1. MY KIDS ARE GROWING UP TOO FAST
    2. HOW MUCH I LOVE MY WIFE(MOST IMPORTANT PERSON IN MY LIFE)
    3. HOW MUCH I LOVE BEING A METALHEAD AFTER ALL THESE YRS :headbanger:

    MEMORABLE 2010
    1. SEEING THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS WIN THE CUP :beerwink:
    2. GOING TO HAWKS RALLY W/MY 2 SONS..OVER A MILLION PEOPLE..GREAT TIME
    3. BEING MARRIED FOR 10 YRS

    WHAT I WANT TO LEARN/EXPERIENCE IN 2011
    1. THIS KICK ASS TRIP :viking:
    2. TAKEN MY SON TO SEE MAIDEN(HIS 1ST SHOW)
    3. TAKEN A TRIP W/ MY WIFE( NO KIDS) :beerwink:


    Your wife reads this forum does'nt she? That's taking brown nosing to a new level. :lol: :lol:
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by viathyn » Fri Dec 10, 2010 4:14 am

    Things i have learned in 2010
    - How important my family is to me
    - Refinement/maturation of my personal values and beliefs
    - Realization of how truly lucky my life has been so far

    Memoriable experiences
    - Finally put out an album that was completely self-produced, and getting (modest) global feedback
    - [Will have in several weeks] Finished a degree that I have been working on for half a decade
    - Shift in close friendships.. lost several, gained several

    What you want to learn/Experience in 2011
    - Go to m'lady's home country of Turkey with her and meet the extended family
    - Secure a full-time job as a Petroleum Geologist
    - Finish writing another album
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by WizardBeast » Fri Dec 10, 2010 11:22 am

    Things i have learned in 2010
    - that i can succeed in martial arts (never tried before, and i am doing pretty well)
    - as much as humanity can be disappointing, i still have a lot of love for people
    - i'm good enough, i'm smart enough, and doggone it, people like me

    Memoriable experiences
    - lots of awesome traveling (for work, but i made it fun also) especially to Quebec City, state parks in Utah, various beaches
    - joining two new bands
    - teaching people at work, personally, and through volunteering. nothing better than someone telling me that i personally helped them. over-the-top gratification and warmth for me.

    What you want to learn/Experience in 2011
    - a step up in my career involving even more teaching/facilitating/problem solving/people helping
    - playing lots more live shows (only did 3 shows in 2010) and melting more faces
    - many new friends, metal, and memories from 70000tons!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and maryland deathfest!!!!!
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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Goddess of Metal » Fri Dec 10, 2010 12:31 pm

    Disaster Area wrote:
    last_candle wrote:things re-learned in 2010
    - nothing comes from indifference (quoting Alter Bridge ;) )


    I really really really like both Alter Bridge albums. We may be the only ones on here that do... :cheers:



    You are not the only ones. I do too. :cheers:
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    2011 - Deck.3


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    Re: 2010: 3 Things

    by Daenerys » Fri Dec 10, 2010 1:39 pm

    Things learned in 2010
    - How to remove Taser barbs from drunk rednecks in my ER (and that it's best to do this while they're still handcuffed and can't try to hit you :D )
    - Losing 2 pets in the same year sucks :cry: but that there will always be another who shows up needing a home :P
    - I have the absolute best parents in the entire world

    Memorable experiences/changes
    - PAYING OFF MY SCHOOL LOANS!!!! Officially debt-free! :D
    - ProgPower 2010!
    - Watching the boy's attempts at home-brewing beer :cheers:

    What you want to learn/experience in 2011:
    - 2000 metal fans on a cruise ship!!!!
    - Moving into my own condo or house (haven't made this decision yet :? )
    - PA conference in Las Vegas! :cool:
    Voyager-Vuur-GrandMagus-Myrath-Borknagar-NovembersDoom-Aeternam-Havok-TheHaloEffect-Moonspell-SepticFlesh-Sigh-BarrenEarth-Iotunn-ScarSymmetry-Nekrogoblikon
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