a bit of a downer..

[amanda509]

you know that sinking feeling you get when you get really excited about something reptile related and want a certain someone to enjoy that with you and all you get is a "whatever" kind of response? yea...

so ive been really psyched to start a herp society in my area, and with 2 weeks of advertising all over the friggin net and by word of mouth etc. tomorrow is the first meeting at a local resturaunt. i really wanted my bf to come along so i dont feel so lonely, specially in the event nobody comes. but...i got the "id rather not" response because its reptile related and hes not crazy about them.

and the worst part is...i only have one possible attendee! D,: i have a feeling i will be having breakfast alone with myself..soo many people seemed interested but nobody would give me a date they were available..so i chose the only day i had off..a sunday. its not like that many friggin people go to church around here anymore!

 

[DavidBuchan]

Lol........Sorry but I had to laugh at the church part, I hope a nice crowd comes but if not, what the hell? - more Sunday lunch for you
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R93NEywl8zs

 

[squeekz1992]

I totally get what you mean..but I've been feeling that with everything lately...

I hope people show up. If I was I. Your area I would.

 

[absolutbill]

Amanda - it's not just you, I assure you. I've noticed over the last year that people are more afraid to commit to things because they are so afraid of what they might miss out on. I've had this happen with dinner parties, outings, and just general invitations. I'm not sure if it's the extreme popularity of instant technology that makes people connected with their friends and their need to see what else might be a "better" option, or if it's just a general higher level of rudeness. For what it's worth I'd have gone to breakfast to meet you, but since I'm here in Florida that's a bit of a drive. Sorry that you're feeling so bummed about this, but hopefully your next attempt at a meeting will meet with more attendees!

P.S. I realize I come off as a fuddy duddy, however I'm a 32 year old who loves her IPhone and new IPad, but still I can remember basic manners and if I receive an invitation I respond as soon as possible and live up to my commitment!

 

[Randi]

First off, kudos to you for taking the initiative. Secondly, I DO know what you mean! My husband isn't an animal person, and I definitely am. I will mention something about one of the chameleons or other animals, and he either scoffs about it or teases me. I know he doesn't mean anything bad by it so it's not really offensive, but I do wish he realized how important things are to me and at least acknowledged it.

 

[lovepicasso]

You have come up with an outstanding idea and for the people not to attend, well I can't understand that, I would be the first in the door!....tell that friend to kiss a**!