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10 March 2006

Add me to the list of the MeCha newly single.→[More:]My relationship finally ended yesterday. It had been a long time coming, but is no easier for that. Now I'm a 35 year old man with my clock ticking and no family of my own in sight. (in site?)

I wish I had at least a fucking dog to see me through, but all I've got is running shoes. I'm still riding the jittery wave of recent change and Thin Lizzy, but should be good and sad once the weekend truly gets underway.

My resolution this time around is to only listen to upbeat music in order to cure the pain.

post by: omiewise at: 13:13 | 47 comments

Get a haircut. Hop a train to NYC and we'll go out and get drunk and chase broads. Hop to it.

posted by jonmc 10 March | 13:14

Sorry dude, I know you worked hard to make it work. Enjoy the freedom though.

posted by danostuporstar 10 March | 13:15

Really Sorry. I think the important thing is to keep your pants off, though.

posted by rainbaby 10 March | 13:20

*sigh*
Sorry, omie.

posted by mike9322 10 March | 13:22

Sorry to hear this. I never know the right things to say to people so will just leave it at that.

posted by essexjan 10 March | 13:23

((((omie)))) I'll give Betty a big ol pat for you. One day at a time.

posted by chewatadistance 10 March | 13:24

Me too omie. Sorry brother.

posted by richat 10 March | 13:25

Aw, omie. I'm sending a gentle forehead kiss telepathically.

posted by jrossi4r 10 March | 13:27

Hugs... You will find a family.. perhaps with a woman who wants one as much as you do..

posted by By the Grace of God 10 March | 13:27

Aw, omie. Welcome to the club. FWIW, I'd snatch you up in a second if I thought I had a chance. You really are a great person, all around.

posted by amro 10 March | 13:33

Where do you live again, amro?

*whistles innocently*

posted by iconomy 10 March | 13:37

all the best omie.

posted by dodgygeezer 10 March | 13:38

Seriously omie, that sucks. But a guy as smart and likable as you should have no problem finding somebody new. And if you ever find yourself in the Apple, the offer to drink and chase girls stands.

posted by jonmc 10 March | 13:38

Oh, omie, so sorry about this. Hope you can cure the pain.

posted by orthogonality 10 March | 13:52

Man, maybe it's time to organize a MeCha/MeFi free-love commune.

I suggest locating it in BC. Lots of empty space up here and our laws are making it easier to engage in alternative relationship structures.

posted by Five Fresh Fish 10 March | 13:53

Man, maybe it's time to organize a MeCha/MeFi free-love commune.

OK. You bring the towels.

We'll need a lotta lube, too. I'm picturing something like the ketchup dispensers at busy hot dog stands only fulla Astroglide.

posted by jonmc 10 March | 13:57

Sorry to hear it, omie. You're still the man.

If it gets real bad, get yourself a pistol and a hundred dollar bill and head downtown.

Otherwise, ditto on the NYC gambit, try to avoid blindness, and chin up. Enjoy the ride.

Especially if it involves Astroglide.

posted by Hugh Janus 10 March | 14:00

I'm going to congratulate you on your new life. You aren't a silly, shallow person; you made the right choice. There are wonderful things ahead of you.

posted by taz 10 March | 14:01

Omiewise -- It seems like you'd been struggling with and working at this relationship for some time, it may be sad that it's ending but I know you'll be better off in time. You know, you don't need to leave where you're at, you're in the right place.*

May I recommend some Komeda for this weekend?

* though I do think NYC Mecha would throw a nice party for you if you came up for a visit.

posted by safetyfork 10 March | 14:05

Thanks y'all. Nothin' to do but keep on. You all may see me in NYC before too long. Anyway, maybe now it's time to start my U2 cover band.

safetyfork--I wrote in some other thread that I've been listening to, and liking, Disarray, which I downloaded from you site. I wasn't sure if you saw my props.

amro, don't tease, NJ isn't all that far north of me.

posted by omiewise 10 March | 14:09

omie: call amro.

posted by terrapin 10 March | 14:10

{{{{{{omiewise}}}}}}}}

posted by ThePinkSuperhero 10 March | 14:12

(((omiewise)))

posted by deborah 10 March | 14:15

That sucks, omie! Sorry to hear it.

posted by agropyron 10 March | 14:18

Hi omie, take it easy man. It is going to be better soon.

posted by carmina 10 March | 14:19

Hugs to Omiewise. You're an awesome guy - you'll find someone who appreciates what you have to give.

posted by matildaben 10 March | 14:24

OmieWise I can't disguise the fact
that of the guys on MetaChat you lack
the least; you're where it's at
And I wish you peace.

(sorry, can't stop the rock)

posted by Eideteker 10 March | 14:26

Dude. That sucks. We're here for ya tho.

posted by stilicho 10 March | 14:33

Omiewise, I did see the comment, and given some overlapping tastes of ours, I'm pleased to hear you've been enjoying it. I've been considering writing you offsite about Moss Icon, but figured it might seem a wee bit random. If it happens, know that it took some time coming.

posted by safetyfork 10 March | 14:43

Confirmed bachelor to single guys: there are advantages.

posted by warbaby 10 March | 14:51

Shit man, that's what I need, some Moss Icon. Looks like I'll be converting some of my tapes to mp3s this weekend! (I wish my turntable weren't fucked up!)

posted by omiewise 10 March | 15:04

I'm so sorry you're in this difficult passage, Omiewise. But let the future be its own concern, all things in time. Right now, just be good to yourself, breathe, and bask in the great degree of respect and affection that you have won for yourself here and, I'm sure, elsewhere; you've sown it, and now you may reap.

I know it's bad now, but it will be so much better soon. Meanwhile:

*takes a number, gets on line*

posted by Miko 10 March | 15:13

What taz said. It'll be difficult and sad for a while, but it sounds like you did the right thing.

Cheers, omie.

posted by mudpuppie 10 March | 15:25

Sweet whuffles to you, baby.

posted by Specklet 10 March | 16:04

amro, don't tease

Never! I am shamelessly truthful.

posted by amro 10 March | 16:17

I'm so sorry to hear that. : ( *hugs* Is it something in the air lately?

posted by sisterhavana 10 March | 16:20

Sorry to hear it, Omie. Take care of yourself.

posted by occhiblu 10 March | 16:35

. - this is a me, too dot, signifying that although we have no formal relationship, I am sorry for your loss.

Some woman is going to get very lucky.

posted by theora55 10 March | 16:45

I'm sorry, Omie. That upbeat music sounds exactly right, though,

*takes the number right after Miko's*

posted by tangerine 10 March | 16:49

I'm sorry to hear that, Omie. I know you tried hard.

If you need some canine loving, feel free to give me a yell. Sam's got more than enough love to give.

posted by YouCanCallMeAl 10 March | 17:23

That sucks omie. Hope the new adventure is a satisfying one, though.

warbaby - is confirmed bachelor still code for closet homosexual?

posted by porpoise 10 March | 17:35

Sorry to hear it, Omie.

posted by interrobang 10 March | 17:48

Sending bunnyhugs and a virtual sausage biscuit in your direction....

posted by bunnyfire 10 March | 18:39

It sucks man, even if it was time.

jonmc: We'll need a lotta lube, too. I'm picturing something like the ketchup dispensers at busy hot dog stands only fulla Astroglide.

Something like this Wet Platinum 128oz pump or Eros 1L squeeze

posted by Mitheral 10 March | 19:25

sorry to hear it omiewise. relationship grief is so hard, no matter how much you know breaking up was the only option. i can't offer to have your babies, but i can send pictures of my dog and cat. i got the dog after my last major breakup, maybe it's time for you?

posted by wens 10 March | 19:31

That's a hard feeling. You'll be okay. I mean look, one thread and already someone perfectly great would snatch you up in a second. You have to love a support network like that.

posted by rebirtha 10 March | 20:33

I'd get in line but I negotiated a non-compete agreement with Miko. But I can still hold up an "Omiewise: OMG Wotta Catch" sign.

posted by matildaben 10 March | 21:18

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