Can I just say, and I'm just being honest...

[Edwardo Piet]

Can we make the acronym fit something else? I've got "In Jesus Stable" but am having a difficult time with the C.

Pff. (Not aimed at you). Cunt, in Jesus' Stable.

Let me guess.. the cunt is Jesus?

[Joods]

It really sucks to be in a pool league where they can't even make sure the tables are unlocked

[Joods]

CIJS

Some people need to grow up in these parts. Being an adult is a thing yanno.

[Little lunch]

There are fifteen work cars and fifteen spaces for the keys to those vehicles.
If you're too stupid or lazy to put them back in the right place then what sort of a job are you doing out in the community?
I will be watching and if I catch you I will explain the process to you like you are a pre-schooler.

[Little lunch]

There are people who perceive themselves to be brutally honest and think of it as a virtue.
They seem to think that means that what they say is the cold truth.
But it's only their version of the truth.
Impolite honesty involves neglecting to think about anyone else's thoughts or feelings and therefore misses the mark of all encompassment.
How can it be truth when it is selfish and self serving?
Of course, any rebuttal will be seen in the same arrogant style, that you can't handle the truth.

[KevinM1]

CIJS -

So, you're going to marry your boyfriend/fiance/whatever the fuck he is sometime in the next year.  And instead of sticking to your guns and building the house you want, you're now making contingency plans to move up north with him, which is something you never wanted to do because it was too far from family and friends, and there's nothing to do up there.

Listen, I get it.  You're nearing 18 years with this guy, and, dammit, he's going to put a ring on it or else.  And your current situation is untenable.  But all I see is you doing the heavy lifting to make this relationship work (everything from preparing to move to a place you don't want to live to doing the little things, like calling the church to make wedding plans).  What has he ever sacrificed for you?  And do you actually think a hurry-up wedding and move will make things better?

I'm just so incredibly disappointed in you, and for you.  Rather than realize that this guy has essentially strung you along for the best years of your life, you're going to double down.  And I can't say anything because we only started talking again a few years ago, and I don't want you to misconstrue my intentions.

I see you being in a one-way, loveless marriage with this asshole, without the courage to go your own way because you think you're undesirable and fortunate to be with anyone at all.  And there's nothing I can say or do that won't simply end our rekindled friendship.

You have so much potential, even now, but you don't see it. When I point it out to you, you don't believe it. You are smart, and kind, and funny, and loyal, and beautiful. You can be whoever you want to be, be with whoever you choose. If only you believed in yourself.

[Joods]

It was an extra chance to spend the day with your children. A three day weekend. Yet you chose to sleep it off well past 3pm. I do 99% of the parenting in this house yet you remain silent while your ex insults me and says I am not a parent here.

This is exactly why I only consider you a roommate at this point. If you aren't willing to step the fuck up, then don't be upset because I have a better relationship with your kids than you do.

[Mystic]

Even though I stopped talking to you, blocked your number, and did my best to detach myself from you.

Now that you are gone, I realize I never wanted to be with someone for the rest of my life and grow old with than you.

I did it for your sake out of respect of the sanctity of your rights.

Sometimes the most perfect things if they would happen are never meant to happen.

[J a c k]

CIJS

Oh damn. It’s like a box. Taped up and sealed. You push to the sides and it feels so small. Can’t breathe! What were you thinking? How could this be fun? Boxes aren’t for everyone. So, you make a hole and climb out. Walk around the block. Sorry, I need some air. I’ll be fine. It’s the newness. You come back. Sit in the box. Aaaaah! Take another walk. Sleep for an hour. Fuck, man. Gonna need a bigger box. What does that even mean in this scenario? Practice. Maybe if I stick to it, it’ll fit better. I won’t throw in the towel just yet. Other people seem perfectly happy with their freshly painted boxes and their cute patterned tape. Easy, Jack. You got this. Can’t do things in a mediocre way. Try harder. Stop seeing excuses in every dent. Don’t be so... block of ice-ish. Feel. Breathe.

It’s like having a baby.

[robvalue]

CIJS: I've tried really hard to be supportive, but you're just so incredibly self-centered. You don't seem to care about me at all, or appreciate that I'm actually going through many of the same struggles you are. I'll continue to try my best, but I'm not your therapist or punching bag.