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FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 2:41pm On Nov 15, 2015
andromida:
She doesn't look so bad to me you know her flaws you claim to be accepting of them especially as you have zero expectations maybe you can make it work.

I believe she can acquire other virtues you desire in a woman if you can be honest in your communication with her.

I wonder if her impression of you is similar to your impression about her. smiley
Hmm! She's not a bad person per se, if she was I wouldn't have had the patience to keep up close contact with her in the first instance. I like her but I am yet to find reason to love her or commit to her. My major concern is the fact that I am seriously considering to make her a life companion, thus my need to properly evaluate her as a person. I sees a marriage and child rearing as some serious businesses that will requires the very best one can afford and offer to make it worthwhile when into it (whatever I believe in I give in all my best), this informed my decision to look carefully before leaping. I don't want to make mistake, because I'd rather take the route of having a baby mama without emotional attachment that to be in a toxic relationship all in the name of marriage and it's for better for worse mantra. This for better for worse thing in marriage I don't believe in of course, because if something is not working the most honorable thing should be for one to walkout.

Am I being too conservative in my thoughts and reasoning?
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op):
GHoJes:
That's a bucket full of her minus(es) you've got there, i guess she is in a better position to make yours.

When you said she is happy to be in presence of who she likes, are you saying her being happy with people is selective?
Besides trustworthiness, humbleness, kindness, simplicity can be innate or learned; where a person have the opposite of the three, doesnt make them bad a person only that the qualities are quite humane. It is okay for you to have core value expectations of someone you will like but i think you formed your values from who you are, forgetting that the world is not made of only your kind and it hasnt been said that your kind is the recommended best. If you well inform yourself with the truth that your partner can be or is a different person, it will help you not to measure with or force on others your standard.

Do you mean the average girl manipulation/sense of entitlement or its worse? Example.
As for her ungreatfulness and public correction of people, it could be from poor training, does she see it as bad and willing to work on it? If no, leave her for these two deadly traits.
Thanks for your valuable inputs. Actually, some days back when I started the topic to tell her the reason for my cold feet towards her, when I first raised the points "our bad attitudes and manners" as the reason for my indifferent towards her in particular and affair in general, she made me to understand that she hadn't flaws and bad manners. However, after I poured out my mind to her, she became remorseful and promised to change for good. But my fear is that since I have told her the traits that will make me love and commit to a lady, she may start to pretend for now to be a changed person, but later on in life after we might have tied the knot should would restart to exhibit these irritating acts.

To your question about being happy, I mean that she feels so happy to have me in her life - citing how she acts when physically around me or when we are on phone. According to her, she loves my personality - her postulation in this regard doesn't move me much because many people do find my personality pleasing ... excuse me if I sounded immodest here but I stated this to make clear my point for your understanding. So, I for one, I am equally trying to find reason to love her own personality too, because as it stands now I don't have a special affection for her. I don't have any emotional connection with her due to her attitude. All these facts I have made them clear to her because I don't know how to pretend and I hate to take advantage of people intentionally, thus the reason why I always strive to tell her my feelings and thoughts towards her behavior at any given time.

About her "manipulation/sense of entitlement", well, to her credit her level of manipulation is not that worse than an average lady out there and this is so because many a times before she came up with her antics, I would use my diplomatic prowess to dissect her and she would mellow down and we would just laugh it off.

Meanwhile, in respect to "her ungratefulness and public correction of people", well, after that my one-on-one talk with her some days back, she showed remorse and promised me that she would change for good and she pleaded that I should start doing her favor of correcting her whenever she makes such mistakes.

In summary, she's ready to learn according to her and from my observation too. But my fears remain, how am I sure that she won't start pretense for now to restart them afterward. The truth is that I just wish to settle down as soon as possible and she too wishes to. By the way, I am not a saint, I know that my sensitive and reserved nature sometimes makes it hard for someone around me to have it easy, especially anyone that has intentions to take advantage of me. Maybe I will have to loosen up and start acting like a mugu.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 12:28pm On Nov 15, 2015
PunkyVeer:
I so love it when you post that picture. Too cute.

Chyeah! Of course! I'm in your corner tongue
hahaha! see how you take discard me like hot cake. You bad oh. Maybe you can now change your mind, discard that wannabe animator and become my fan ... I promise to take you to the Walt Disney World Resort. Deal?
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 12:11pm On Nov 15, 2015
ogeoflyf:
Your sins are forgiven undecided

I don't have a sister.. embarassed
I will only agree that you have forgiven me after you assent to my request. I know that you have them plenty sisters. lol!
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 12:07pm On Nov 15, 2015
BUTCHCASSIDY:
LMAO! Dont worry you will get a bit part on the show we are still trying to figure out how U come into the show.Im thinking Sir makenosense's love interest..... wink
What's a show without a little romance tongue
See your big head! An animator wannabe. Well, I have forgiven you.
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 12:04pm On Nov 15, 2015
ogeoflyf:
*checks the qualities he said he possesses* "a man of reserved character, sensitive, diplomatic, elusive, reclusive, humble, tolerance, quiet and kind".

And they contradict your comment undecided.. are you telling us the truth about yourself, tell me another lie biko grin
The truth is that I don't need your validation to substantiate my claims. And I have to assume you know that freewill doesn't permit immorality. All the same, I am sorry for any derogatory word I used against you,obviously I mistake your flattery for sarcasm.

On the flip side, maybe I will redirect my search for a wife toward your family end. Recommend one of your sister to me. Ke ihe ikwuru?
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op):
LadyFiona:
Na bro, I wrote f@g, the damn spambot changed it. Brain f@g....you know wheezing and whistling and sparking of my brain cells just because of your post. Tune down biko.
Now I understand. Your opinions are highly appreciated.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 11:19am On Nov 15, 2015
PunkyVeer:
No thanks, you'll bore me to death with the way you speak. It's way too formal. I like a little slang thrown in. I'm sure someone else won't mind though. Esther seems to dig it, maybe can pursue her.
There's a word called "sarcasm", check it up. For your mind I declared interest in you ... lol.
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 11:14am On Nov 15, 2015
LadyFiona:
You don't have a problem at all. Guys with women hassles don't go about blowing hot grammar like this.
You've just dissected and disemboweled an embodiment/ epitome of Nigerian female gender having perused the first paragraph. Your demeanour accentuated a heightened level of affection malaise that needs to be communicated to the other party not to faceless worldwide web community.

Manage this advice, i wouldve advised further if THIS POST didn't give brain gay already.
Thanks for your time. But I don't understand this statement "brain gay" as you used it in your last paragraph. I'd appreciate it if you can expatiate.
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 11:01am On Nov 15, 2015
Mindfulness:
What you focus on becomes dominant, what you ignore becomes dormant.
Are you able to ignore her flaws and focus on the good in her?




Reason is important and so are emotions. Every human being is emotional. We all have the need and desire to feel good. Our emotions are our guiding system. If something does not feel right then it is not right.



Yes you are selfish and rightly so. Your happiness is as important as anyone else's. You can't make others happy without feeling happy yourself. Continue being selfish in this sense. You must be happy else nobody around you will. You are not demanding too much, you can never demand too much.



Here I am. cheesy
I owe you some bottles of origin drink. Thanks for your honest opinion.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 10:56am On Nov 15, 2015
pinceprinz:
Your first paragraph illustrated my immediate ex quite vividly. Be like me, get a next.
Thanks man.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 10:47am On Nov 15, 2015
TjNoobsaibot:
Now you're tryin' too hard. Chillax, bro. Don't post or comment if you ain't expectin' criticism. Just laugh it off and pick the needed point. God bless.
calm down bro! I am just having fun while at the same time taking points from valued contributors.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 10:45am On Nov 15, 2015
PunkyVeer:
LMFAO. This exchange between you two is hilarious to me. It's like watching Tupac from the WS (with his bandana on), going at it with Lord Flauntleroy of Buckinghamshire (with his grey curly English wig on).

Hood meets Eton tongue
Sis! Don't worry, right from the inception I have noticed you enough. In fact, after severing from this relationship I will come for you. I hope you are happy now ... Cheers.

Meanwhile, as for that dimwit you quoted, I leave his case for the gods to decide, because only an alien can posit that freewill and and freedom of information permits immorality and stupidity. Obviously, he doesn't know the true meaning of the word "permit". In fact, he's lucky because I don't like joining issues with numbskulls like him, else I would have wipe his ass with e-cane.
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 10:33am On Nov 15, 2015
ogeoflyf:
I would have, if only I didn't get lost reading this article na grin undecided
Oh, perhaps you didn't read through the following sentence "I need honest and unbiased opinions from sane people". Well, now that you have read through the quoted sentence, kindly vamoose because I seek only opinion of sane people.
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 10:23am On Nov 15, 2015
bellong:
Someone with such negative traits isn't worth a life journey with. She will find her like.

Can two walk together except they agree?
I appreciate your input. Thanks! And to the others that commented either in half or full, I say thanks to you all,too.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 10:19am On Nov 15, 2015
BUTCHCASSIDY:
Dude you asked for their opinion they gave it you. What the fùck are you mad fo'
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Shut up there! Freewill and freedom of information doesn't permit immorality and stupidity.
FamilyRe: I Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 9:42am On Nov 15, 2015
ogeoflyf:
Are you sure you really want to know people's opinion or..?? huh undecided
Sis! Explain better. Thanks.
FamilyI Need The Opinions Of Sane And Mature Men And Women Here. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op):
I have this lady who's illusory know-all nay too clever by half and flawless, rude (e.g., ready to disparage one in public for any act one exhibits which she may assumes incorrect due to her uninformed knowledge on such matter), ungrateful (e.g., that is when your act of kindness/goodwill toward her is below her expectation), manipulative, boisterous, pessimistic and sense of entitlement. On the contrary, I, for one, hold the principle of "accept" not "expect" anything from anyone, so I believe in giving than in receiving.

However, she possesses the following good traits: caring, swing understanding, feels happy when around one physically or otherwise, this is to say she's pleased to have one in her life (could this mean that she is truly in love with one as she has always claimed), knowledgeable above average level.

Sincerely, I am a strong proponent of the school of thought that the word "love" is ambiguous thus can't stand on its own and makes no meaning to me without virtues like humbleness, trustworthiness, simplicity and kindness. This simply means that a lady must possess the latter mentioned virtues before I can fall in love with her. Also, my respect is earned not given, therefore for her to command my respect and loyalty a lady must posses these stated virtues. As for trust, I always give it freely to anyone unmerited, but after several betrayal intentionally, when I sever from such person I don't give second chance - I can be quite tolerant. In the other words, I live on reason not emotion and this informed my adoption of irreligious but spiritual world-view and stance.

Now, my question is: can a man of reserved character, sensitive, diplomatic, elusive, reclusive, humble, tolerance, quiet and kind really put up with this kind of lady till the end of one's life? I am talking about marriage. Before now I used to think that what matters most is the happiness of anyone around me, but of late I have started to realize the need for me to have around me someone who will derive happiness being around me and vise versa.

Am I being selfish? Do I have problem? Am I demanding too much for love?

I need honest and unbiased opinions from sane people. I need both negative and positive critics. Thanks all in advance.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op):
Now I can deduce from the comments of most of the respondents above that an average Nigerian derives pleasure in disparaging one, when something that is beyond their comprehension and understanding is presented before them. Imagine majority of you yapping nonsense just because you lots failed to understand most of my grammar. My brethren, I am not trying too hard to appear good, no, instead this is who I am. For those that understands and reasons well, I say big thanks to you all.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 9:01am On Nov 15, 2015
Estharfabian:
cryYour Post is Somewhat Confusing And twisted....You Stated these points "humbleness, trustworthiness, simplicity and kindness." As Your criteria for falling In LOVE...Which this Lady You mentioned doesn't Possess. I do not believe in the cliché "Love could be developed after marriage thingy" You Should Atleast "LOVE" the person You wanna marry...embarassed

Well, I think You're being selfish To Yourself...Marriage shouldn't be A "Manageable" thing...You should marry for the right Reasons...do not settle for Anything lesser than You deserve...! i'd suggest U Backkoff...Buh Anyways, It all goes back to yah...smiley

BTW.. You write Like The King James Version of the Bible..Who uses "Thus" And "nay" these days? it reminds me of "Shakespeare"!! LoL gringringrin
Thanks for your input. However, on your opinion about my usage of the words "nay" and "thus", well the last time I checked they're not outdated English words. As I always say, tolerance is a virtue. People should learn how to tolerate other people's diverse views and choices in life.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op):
PunkyVeer:
His English is good though, but at the same time comes off like he's trying too hard, what with all the "nays" in his post. Kinda reminded me of a horse. Lol, am I the only one that neighed like a horse every time he wrote "nay"? grin
I wasn't "trying too hard", instead the supposed tautologies in my message was done intentionally, and the purpose was to make sure that the message I passes across is clear for all that read it to comprehend and understand it easily. This is a forum, so I am not here to write formal letter. You and that dimwit you quoted should take note. You guys always find it easy to insult one and insinuate rubbish so easily. Tolerance is a virtue.
RomanceRe: Ladies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op): 8:42am On Nov 15, 2015
RickRichards:
When two sociopaths meet, this thread happens.
Oh, I forgot to say beforehand that I need opinion of sane people not one from a slowpoke like you.
RomanceLadies And Gents, Your Opinion Is Highly Needed. Please! by Diplomaticbeing(op):
I have this lady who's illusory know-all nay too clever by half and flawless, rude (e.g., ready to disparage one in public for any act one exhibits which she may assumes incorrect due to her uninformed knowledge on such matter), ungrateful (e.g., that is when your act of kindness/goodwill toward her is below her expectation), manipulative, boisterous, pessimistic and sense of entitlement. On the contrary, I, for one, hold the principle of "accept" not "expect" anything from anyone, so I believe in giving than in receiving.

However, she possesses the following good traits: caring, swing understanding, feels happy when around one physically or otherwise, this is to she is pleased to have one in her life (could this mean that she is truly in love with one as she has always claimed), knowledgeable above average level.

Sincerely, I am a strong proponent of the school of thought that the word "love" is ambiguous thus can't stand on it's own and makes no meaning to me without virtues like humbleness, trustworthiness, simplicity and kindness. This simply means that a lady must possess the latter mentioned virtues before I can fall in love with her. Also, my respect is earned not given, therefore for her to command my respect and loyalty a lady must posses these stated virtues. As for trust, I always give it freely to anyone unmerited, but after several betrayal intentionally, when I sever from such person I don't give second chance - I can be quite tolerant. In the other words, I live on reason not emotion and this informed my adoption of irreligious but spiritual world-view and stance.

Now, my question is: can a man of reserved character, sensitive, diplomatic, elusive, reclusive, humble, tolerance, quiet and kind really put up with this kind of lady till the end of one's life? I am talking about marriage. Before now I used to think that what matters most is the happiness of anyone around me, but of late I have started to realize the need for me to have around me someone who will derive happiness being around me and vise versa.

Am I being selfish? Do I have problem? Am I demanding too much for love?

I need honest and unbiased opinions from sane people. I need both negative and positive critics. Thanks all in advance.

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