Jim's Cafe 20/03/21

[Auri]

Hiya SF Thanks for opening, the music and the fun facts.

The Happy Table
1) When was the last time you were truly happy?
Second half of 2016 when I lived in Sweden (at least the kind of long-term happiness/contentment with life).

2) What smell makes you happy when you smell it and why?
Cinnamon, because it reminds me of my time in Sweden.

3) What was the last thing that made you laugh?
Probably an episode of Six Feet Under, or something a friend said.

4) Who have you made happy? (this could be a partner, friend or just someone you helped)
About every person I meet does.

5) If there was 1 thing that could make you happy, what would it be?
Finding a job (huge bonus if I like the job).

I don't have many ideas for the Story Table so I gave up on it, and I don't have a creative side. I could tell a story about (tribo)luminescence if someone is interested though, it's one of those rare "fun facts" I got to learn about in my degree and it's not like I get to talk about materials science every day with someone (yes I'm desperate).

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Alright, I'm gonna open the Café tomorrow.

 

[Lane]

Good morning and thank you for opening the cafe and tagging me @Dante . This was an assignment a year ago for me. It's a hummingbird in acrylic. Much bigger than an actual one, ha.

1. Last time I was truly happy, I guess moments when my children were little.

2. I like the smell of garages, I guess it reminds me of the apartment building we hen I was little 😄, weirdo, I know

3. Last thing that made me laugh co workers saying funny things or messing with our boss.

4. Who has made me happy? My mother. My niece. My daughter, mind you, friction along the way sometimes.

5. One thing to make me happy would be my oldest daughter talk to me again and our relationship be healthy.

 

[FFurry]

1) When was the last time you were truly happy?
Not trying to be a downer, but I wonder whether I ever was. At least compared to what this means for others. That said, I guess my happiest times were when I didn't know better, such as before junior high or even back in kindergarten. Anything good made me happy then, whether it was candy, a cat, swimming, etc.

2) What smell makes you happy when you smell it and why?
The smell when rain first starts to fall after a period of dryness. Petrichor is the word, as I learned a while back after liking the smell for years or decades. As to why, it always feels as though it cleanses and refreshes not just the physical world, but the soul as well.

3) What was the last thing that made you laugh?
A cat skilled in contortionism slinking down and twisting its body when it didn't want to be touched.

4) Who have you made happy? (this could be a partner, friend or just someone you helped)
The policeman who gave me only a warning instead of a ticket.

5) If there was 1 thing that could make you happy, what would it be?
A pill to kill the depression instantly and permanently.

 

[Kira]

Happy "International Happiness Day"​

I hope you all have a great weekend and try to find some happiness in the small things! ox♡ox

 

[Dante]

I don't have many ideas for the Story Table so I gave up on it, and I don't have a creative side. I could tell a story about (tribo)luminescence if someone is interested though, it's one of those rare "fun facts" I got to learn about in my degree and it's not like I get to talk about materials science every day with someone (yes I'm desperate).

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Alright, I'm gonna open the Café tomorrow.

Also, as for a triboluminescence story, go for it.

1) When was the last time you were truly happy?
Not trying to be a downer, but I wonder whether I ever was. At least compared to what this means for others. That said, I guess my happiest times were when I didn't know better, such as before junior high or even back in kindergarten. Anything good made me happy then, whether it was candy, a cat, swimming, etc.

2) What smell makes you happy when you smell it and why?
The smell when rain first starts to fall after a period of dryness. Petrichor is the word, as I learned a while back after liking the smell for years or decades. As to why, it always feels as though it cleanses and refreshes not just the physical world, but the soul as well.

3) What was the last thing that made you laugh?
A cat skilled in contortionism slinking down and twisting its body when it didn't want to be touched.

4) Who have you made happy? (this could be a partner, friend or just someone you helped)
The policeman who gave me only a warning instead of a ticket.

5) If there was 1 thing that could make you happy, what would it be?
A pill to kill the depression instantly and permanently.

I kinda know the feeling about wondering if you were ever truly happy. I have had happy moments, I have had joyful moments, but a period of time in my life where I can say I was happy? Nope.

 

[Holding my breath]

Thank you for the tag @Dante. Not up to answering questions today but thought I’d pop in and say hi. Hope everyone’s weekend is going well. Xx

 

[Dante]

Thank you for the tag @Dante. Not up to answering questions today but thought I’d pop in and say hi. Hope everyone’s weekend is going well. Xx

Ill have to add the social table next time, for those who just want to chat and chill No questions asked.
This weekend isnt bad, I lost a whole day but I think I developed a skill :P I am PASSABLE at drawing now... How was your weekend?

 

[Livelife]

Thank you! I did get that grade for it. I built it to last and it would take 2 or 3 people to move it. My grandfather taught me carpentry, and I do a bit of it. My brother is the mechanical one in the family and any vehicle older than when chips control everything he can fix. I am so non mechanical I have to repeat righty tighty lefty loosey to change a flat. LOL IIRC it was DPS(TX state police) that sent a unit for the dynamite. The things were illegal to have by that time, but legalities were the least of my problems at that time, plus the police in TX especially locally have a highly favorable opinion of me because of something in my past so I was less concerned about that than being put into orbit. They control detonated it wherever they took it off to.

so glad for RTLL.....amazing that they could/can transport something so volatile without fear of incident.

 

[Auri]

Ill have to add the social table next time, for those who just want to chat and chill No questions asked.
This weekend isnt bad, I lost a whole day but I think I developed a skill :P I am PASSABLE at drawing now... How was your weekend?

A day spent developing a new skill sounds like a good day.

I’m sure everyone would like to see the result!

 

[Dante]

A day spent developing a new skill sounds like a good day.

I’m sure everyone would like to see the result!

Perhaps they will, under the right circumstances.

 

[Holding my breath]

Ill have to add the social table next time, for those who just want to chat and chill No questions asked.
This weekend isnt bad, I lost a whole day but I think I developed a skill :P I am PASSABLE at drawing now... How was your weekend?

Pleased you’ve learnt a new skill. Getting creative is always good for you. Something to fall back on over time.
I’m not great at the moment. Thanks for asking. Had a tough day, way too much stress. My dad is in hospital and I’m just not able to cope with the events of last week and working full time. I’ve managed to make myself feel unwell because of my own self abuse and feel desperately lonely and now I’m struggling to sleep. Would do much easier if I could at least sleep. Sorry you asked now! Apologies for downloading.

 

[Dante]

Pleased you’ve learnt a new skill. Getting creative is always good for you. Something to fall back on over time.
I’m not great at the moment. Thanks for asking. Had a tough day, way too much stress. My dad is in hospital and I’m just not able to cope with the events of last week and working full time. I’ve managed to make myself feel unwell because of my own self abuse and feel desperately lonely and now I’m struggling to sleep. Would do much easier if I could at least sleep. Sorry you asked now! Apologies for downloading.

Not sorry for asking. If we cant talk openly and honestly on here then where can we? Besides, I like straight talk, you dont get enough of it (or any of it for that matter) out in the real world, its all politics, manipulation and lies out there.
Im sorry to hear about your dad, and all the problems you have been having. Try not to abuse yourself too much, but I suppose I cant really tell you to get more sleep, I do so hate hypocrites and its not like I get any sleep myself, its 2am for me right now

 

[Baywasp]

Thanks for the tag @Dante
1) When was the last time you were truly happy? Hard to say. I get happy for short times sometimes, but it doesn't necessarily last. I'm fairly happy today, or at least I was until the Caps lost. But I got a shirt and my new earbuds delivered today, which was nice.
2) What smell makes you happy when you smell it and why? Various kinds of yummy foods because that often means I'm about to eat something good.
3) What was the last thing that made you laugh? The video I'm watching. Kitboga got a scammer to sing "Barbie Girl" with him (while he was in character as a grandma.)
4) Who have you made happy? (this could be a partner, friend or just someone you helped) My best friend.
5) If there was 1 thing that could make you happy, what would it be? The ability to be more social.

 

[Holding my breath]

Not sorry for asking. If we cant talk openly and honestly on here then where can we? Besides, I like straight talk, you dont get enough of it (or any of it for that matter) out in the real world, its all politics, manipulation and lies out there.
Im sorry to hear about your dad, and all the problems you have been having. Try not to abuse yourself too much, but I suppose I cant really tell you to get more sleep, I do so hate hypocrites and its not like I get any sleep myself, its 2am for me right now

I am in the uk as well. Now coming up to 3! Really must try to sleep. Hope you manage to rest well. Xx

 

[Dante]

I am in the uk as well. Now coming up to 3! Really must try to sleep. Hope you manage to rest well. Xx

Sleep well. :P

 

[JMG]

Whats wrong? Did something happen? Does me inviting you make you uncomfortable?

Something did happen but maybe I was being too sensitive about it. I'm trying hard to work on it but it is hard for me to forget it. But to me it seemed to say mine aren't as good and therefore aren't wanted. I'm always on the lookout for things like that because I don't want to be making people have to deal with something they don't want to if there is someone else they think does it better anyway. Best to just stay out of the way & let the person who does it better (and who is therefore more wanted) do it instead. So that's why I said that. And no, please don't worry about the tagging. I love being tagged, it's a great feeling to be thought of like that! Thank you, I would not say thank you if I didn't appreciate it, I mean it very sincerely when I say it.

I hope you reconsider opening Cafe's JMG, they are a hit and your themes are great too.

Thank you for saying those kind things to me Road, that really means a lot to me. Perhaps I will open one again, just not sure right now, still feeling kinda hurt and rejected by some things but trying to reframe it more positively and not let my mind cause me to hold myself back from doing something I actually do very much enjoy doing.
Hope you guys (and everyone else here) are well & having a nice day, sending lots of hugs to you & everyone else too

 

[Dante]

Something did happen but maybe I was being too sensitive about it. I'm trying hard to work on it but it is hard for me to forget it. But to me it seemed to say mine aren't as good and therefore aren't wanted. I'm always on the lookout for things like that because I don't want to be making people have to deal with something they don't want to if there is someone else they think does it better anyway. Best to just stay out of the way & let the person who does it better (and who is therefore more wanted) do it instead. So that's why I said that. And no, please don't worry about the tagging. I love being tagged, it's a great feeling to be thought of like that! Thank you, I would not say thank you if I didn't appreciate it, I mean it very sincerely when I say it.

Is this about when we accidently made one at the same time? Im sorry, I put way too much effort into those, I feel like people stopped making cafes when I started

 

[JMG]

No, I can assure you it's not that. Lol you make great cafe's that everyone loves a lot so please don't feel bad.

 

[KM76710]

Something did happen but maybe I was being too sensitive about it. I'm trying hard to work on it but it is hard for me to forget it. But to me it seemed to say mine aren't as good and therefore aren't wanted. I'm always on the lookout for things like that because I don't want to be making people have to deal with something they don't want to if there is someone else they think does it better anyway. Best to just stay out of the way & let the person who does it better (and who is therefore more wanted) do it instead. So that's why I said that. And no, please don't worry about the tagging. I love being tagged, it's a great feeling to be thought of like that! Thank you, I would not say thank you if I didn't appreciate it, I mean it very sincerely when I say it.


Thank you for saying those kind things to me Road, that really means a lot to me. Perhaps I will open one again, just not sure right now, still feeling kinda hurt and rejected by some things but trying to reframe it more positively and not let my mind cause me to hold myself back from doing something I actually do very much enjoy doing.
Hope you guys (and everyone else here) are well & having a nice day, sending lots of hugs to you & everyone else too

I hope that all turns out well for you and often just a simple good long restful night sleep solves a lot, plus then add the old saying, don't sweat the small stuff and with the corresponding reply, that most is small stuff, unless you learned you have cancer or the building you are in is burning down around you. I wish the best for you.

 

[KM76710]

Is this about when we accidently made one at the same time? Im sorry, I put way too much effort into those, I feel like people stopped making cafes when I started

I believe the Cafe set ups from you have been both fine and fun. Never feel bad about trying to add to things.