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Octavia Hansen

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Octavia Hansen

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Ever since my parents crashed at Roswell, they haven't stopped talking about it. I have 37 sisters. Let's see . . . art all my life, comedy is king, say nice things. Singer of funny songs, a lifetime of travel -- and the world still surprises me. I sometimes teach things to others, and I'm ALWAYS learning something. Always follow the teachings of The Beatles -- And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.

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Octavia Hansen • commented on 33 posts 8 months ago

38 Wikipedia Pages That Are So Wild People Online Can’t Believe That They’re Real

"If you really wanna make a million bucks -- start your own religion."

People Share How They Realized They’re Not That Young Anymore (39 Answers)

Hated when I was no longer addressed as "Miss", now it's "Ma'am." And now my dating pool is made up of men who look more like my dad. OUCH!

38 Wikipedia Pages That Are So Wild People Online Can’t Believe That They’re Real

"If you really wanna make a million bucks -- start your own religion."

"He Rarely Brushed His Teeth": 30 Women Share Unusual Reasons They Broke Up With Their Partner

I have always considered a bad boyfriend was the stepping stone to the next one. Helps you determine what you don't want as much as what you do want. And when you find that good one, everything is easy . . .

"He Rarely Brushed His Teeth": 30 Women Share Unusual Reasons They Broke Up With Their Partner

My boyfriend wasn't just co-dependent, he was still her baby. She ran his life like I was invisible. Considering he was a corporate executive, so was his mom in the same company! I knew I didn't have a chance since she considered me NOT wife material . . . but I had a great time needling her every time we'd meet. I made him happy away from her, but she had a grip even the 'jaws of life' could not break. When I finally left (after 3 years and a lot of fun), it was the only break up that didn't make me cry. (There's a movie in this where I'm laughing on the beach, at sunset, with a drink and great friends!)

"He Rarely Brushed His Teeth": 30 Women Share Unusual Reasons They Broke Up With Their Partner

Consider that some men make great boyfriends but not roommates or life partners. So many I would date but NOT move in. When they found someone who would move in, the break up was easy for me. Early in my dating life I grew tired of making someone else comfortable at my own discomfort.

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Considering the quality, perhaps it's actually torturing the customers . . .

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Is there an actual demand for this? Perhaps they should see a doctor instead of toilet shopping . . .

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Guess I won't get hired since my name isn't NOW

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

If it is I should be getting bigger laughs . . .

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Does this mean I have to yell RED BUTTON?!!

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

So this is a university and people have to be told this? Are they learning anything? What kind of classes are they offering?

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

Lucky you! I wanted my money back on the movies and time back in my life. I'm a whole lot pickier about where I put my time and money with movies anymore . . .

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

Got really bored with Cruise having so many close ups, really slowed down the film . . . things just happened to him instead of making decisions.

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

Book was great but the movie followed the wrong thread. It followed greed and violence instead of interspecies communication. As with most movies, the book is much better.

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

LOVED the music (Can't miss with Go Ask Alice). Movie started losing steam very quickly. Girls were interchangeable, no one to actually follow.

"The Absolute Best Of The Best": 40 Of The Most Talented People

Not a fan of hyper-realism. That serves the purpose for academia but has no heart. To be technically correct -- just take a photo, it's at least faster. Artistic interpretation says so much about the artists and the times. Much more personal. Art makes you see other things and dream . . .

‘Stooping NYC’: 30 Times People Left Treasures For Others To Find On The Curb (New Pics)

I like to think of these as "Ex-boyfriend size" . . .

If You’re Feeling Blue, These 50 Pics Might Brighten Your Day

I have rarely encountered anyone who would appreciate this. Too slow, too isolated . . . TV, movies, computers and phones have broken up what used to be romantic . . .

If You’re Feeling Blue, These 50 Pics Might Brighten Your Day

Since I am older . . . I'd stay with the house and we'd go together . . .

50 People Anonymously Reveal The Secrets They Never Dared To Tell Their Ex

Try living/traveling with a Pink Floyd fanatic . . . made me want to open a vein . . .

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

And I'll bet women had no place to go . . .

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

maybe the tar pits are still bubbling . . .

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

. . . and they are STILL waiting . . .

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

Turkey fortune cookie: You will soon be surrounded by friends . . . and cranberries!

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

In 1945, a B-25 crashed into the Empire State Building, 79th floor. Interesting photos for that, too.

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

Too early in civilization for "bite-size" slices to cut back on waste.

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

Too much air drag when wearing clothes? How about a little sun burn to go with that speed record?

50 Must-See Historical Images That Reveal The Curious Realities Of The Past

Loved the British album. America cut out a few songs.

“Chicken Wings, Nobody Should Be Paying $2 Per Wing”: 30 Things People Can No Longer Afford

And the handling charge . . . you want me to pay an extra $20 - $100 just because you handed it to me across a counter?

“Chicken Wings, Nobody Should Be Paying $2 Per Wing”: 30 Things People Can No Longer Afford

I had to go to a dental town on the U.S./Mexico border in Arizona for treatment. The estimate for my work in the U.S. was more than my car. (But I got some great work from Mexico!)

50 Memes To Remind You How Good Life Once Was, As Shared On This Page

And the album covers were works of art!

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Octavia Hansen • commented on 7 posts 9 months ago

“Nineties Anxiety”: 50 Posts About The ’90s That Show What Life Was Like Back In The Day

Knowing that it took a lot to maintain this "look", someone had to be paying for it. Doesn't look like these gals work . . . so . . . how was it financed? (As an EX-punk, leather was not cheap.)

50 Antinatalism Memes That Explain Why Some Folks Don’t Want To Ever Have Kids

I still laugh when anyone asks "Don't you miss not having kids?" What? How can you miss a 3rd arm or leg when you never had it? And anyone I have met who has kids, and knows I am single with no kids, ALWAYS ask if I will sit with their kid. I'd actually sit with a dog or cat, but NEVER a kid. And they NEVER ask a man these questions!!!!

“Nineties Anxiety”: 50 Posts About The ’90s That Show What Life Was Like Back In The Day

Knowing that it took a lot to maintain this "look", someone had to be paying for it. Doesn't look like these gals work . . . so . . . how was it financed? (As an EX-punk, leather was not cheap.)

50 Antinatalism Memes That Explain Why Some Folks Don’t Want To Ever Have Kids

50 Bits Of Unsolicited Advice That May Be The Thing You Need To Hear Today

There are some people in my life that are GREAT long distance and short periods of time. And the few times I get together with them is better than them constantly wearing me down. Think of it as clothing . . . wear the appropriate gear for the time needed. No, this is not mean . . . diversity doesn't have to be everything-all-the-time.

“Bad Interior Decorating”: 50 Pics From This Online Group Celebrating The World’s Worst Designs

No actual furniture . . . just lean . . .

“Bad Interior Decorating”: 50 Pics From This Online Group Celebrating The World’s Worst Designs

Just drag in a hose and flush the place out like a zoo cage . . .

30 Things That Are Unimaginable For Women, Yet Are Absolutely Normal For Men

Have you considered that when women ask for help from a man that they are flirting. I feel certain they could do what they needed if no one was around . . .

30 Things That Are Unimaginable For Women, Yet Are Absolutely Normal For Men

Men don't seem to need as many personal items with them . . . and they have pockets. Women carry all sorts of personal items (including a mirror) that they have to be ready. And sometime men need to borrow something she is carrying. I find it nice to come to a man's rescue when he needs something . . . kinda modern day Mary Poppins. Since there is no (or little) Boy Scouts today I guess they are not so prepared . . .

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Octavia Hansen • submitted a new post 6 years ago

Curiosities

Choose Your Phobia!

Octavia Hansen • submitted 7 list additions 1 year ago

Hey Pandas, What’s A Video Game Or A TV Show You Love But Nobody Knows About?

Hey Pandas, Got Any Interesting First Kiss Stories? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, What Was Your Wattpad Moment? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, How Is The Future Of Earth Going To Look Like?

Hey Pandas, What Is Your Favorite But Underrated Song? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, How Did You Handle Being Single While Your Friends Dated And Married? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, What's The Hardest Realization You Had To Come To? (Closed)

Octavia Hansen • submitted 13 list additions 2 years ago

Hey Pandas, What Are Some Books You Recommend Reading?

Hey Pandas, Name The Movie You Watch Every Christmas (Closed)

Hey Pandas, What’s Your Biggest Regret In Life? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, If You Could Change One Thing About The School System, What Would It Be? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, What Is The Freakiest Unsolved Mystery?

Hey Pandas, How Do You Feel About Prince Charles, Now Becoming King Charles? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, What Is Something You Need To Get Off Your Chest? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, What Was The Moment You Realized, "This Is My Life"?

Hey Pandas, If Someone Made A Movie About Your Life, What Would It Be Titled? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, Who Is That One Teacher You Hated In Your Student Life? (Closed)

Hey Pandas, Post The Biggest Stereotype About Your Country (Closed)

"People Who Are Incapable Of Admitting They Are Wrong" And 30 Other Deal-Breakers, As Shared By Our Community

Octavia Hansen • commented on 20 posts 8 months ago

38 Wikipedia Pages That Are So Wild People Online Can’t Believe That They’re Real

"If you really wanna make a million bucks -- start your own religion."

People Share How They Realized They’re Not That Young Anymore (39 Answers)

Hated when I was no longer addressed as "Miss", now it's "Ma'am." And now my dating pool is made up of men who look more like my dad. OUCH!

People Share How They Realized They’re Not That Young Anymore (39 Answers)

Since no one can tell me or sing to me the song of the year from The Grammy Awards any more -- I quit watching.

“Deserted Places”: 30 Cool And Fascinating Posts From This IG Page

Across Texas (in a lot of small towns) these are all over the place at different stages of magnificence or decay. Gotta get off the interstate highways to really see these beauties!

"He Rarely Brushed His Teeth": 30 Women Share Unusual Reasons They Broke Up With Their Partner

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Considering the quality, perhaps it's actually torturing the customers . . .

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Is there an actual demand for this? Perhaps they should see a doctor instead of toilet shopping . . .

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Guess I won't get hired since my name isn't NOW

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

If it is I should be getting bigger laughs . . .

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

Does this mean I have to yell RED BUTTON?!!

40 Chaotically Funny Signs Found In The Wild That Simply Had To Be Shared

So this is a university and people have to be told this? Are they learning anything? What kind of classes are they offering?

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

Lucky you! I wanted my money back on the movies and time back in my life. I'm a whole lot pickier about where I put my time and money with movies anymore . . .

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

Got really bored with Cruise having so many close ups, really slowed down the film . . . things just happened to him instead of making decisions.

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

Book was great but the movie followed the wrong thread. It followed greed and violence instead of interspecies communication. As with most movies, the book is much better.

50 Movies That Sounded Great In Theory But Failed Us With Their Poor Execution

LOVED the music (Can't miss with Go Ask Alice). Movie started losing steam very quickly. Girls were interchangeable, no one to actually follow.

"The Absolute Best Of The Best": 40 Of The Most Talented People

‘Stooping NYC’: 30 Times People Left Treasures For Others To Find On The Curb (New Pics)

I like to think of these as "Ex-boyfriend size" . . .

If You’re Feeling Blue, These 50 Pics Might Brighten Your Day

I have rarely encountered anyone who would appreciate this. Too slow, too isolated . . . TV, movies, computers and phones have broken up what used to be romantic . . .

Octavia Hansen • upvoted 2 items 4 years ago

What’s The Worst Date That You’ve Ever Been On?

Yes . . . I went out with a man who was stunningly handsome . . . over dinner he proceeds to tell me of his alien encounter, in incredible detail. I "Mmm"-ed and "Hmm"-ed as long as I could, looking around, not paying attention. Then I started saying things like "They didn't learn anything from you, did they." and "A whole 'nother species who didn't even know you threw you back -- says a lot about you, and them." While he was STILL talking, I get up under the pretext of the bathroom . . . but I corner the waitress in the hall, get her to show me out the back of the place and not to tell him 'til she sees me drive off. At least he had the decency NEVER to talk to me again . . .