6 Hour flight to SF from CoP, TQ

[NovaNation1188]

What is your suit size? How many do you own? 4 Suits. I honestly don't know what size I am, which I understand is embarrassing. I try for slim fit. I rarely wear suits so I don't care much.

How many pairs of shoes do you own? What is the breakdown of sneakers/casual/dress?
3 - Dress Pair
2 - Sperries
2 - Sneakers
0 - Sandals

Is it appropriate for a grown man to wear sandals anywhere besides the beach/pool or a communal shower? Hadn't read this question yet and had independently put in "0 Sandals" in the question above. I don't like them and almost never wear. Beach/pool they are fine. Community shower if it's a bad gym. Nice gym, no sandals necessary,

Even if the Mets don't win anything these next couple years, will you take satisfaction in the fact that they are better than the Phillies? No, the bar is much higher than that. I honestly think they have the best staff in the majors, anything short of the playoffs by the end of 2016 is a disaster.

More rushing yards this season - DeMarco Murray or all the RBs on the Cowboys combined? I'm gonna go with the Cows, but that's just because I like them.

Music at the gym? If yes, what do you listen to? Yes to music. I usually have the Pandora1 Running Mix, 90s hits, or Kid Cudi station. Pretty plain, but I like it.

Who complains more, nurses or teachers? I think it's nurses, but their job is a lot harder so I give them a pass. I've personally been on the wrong end of an hour+ rant from a few different nurses about how "dumb" some doctors/residents/other nurses are.

 

[NovaNation1188]

Do you even know what machine learning is, bro? I originally thought it was something along the lines of "Terminator". After Googling it, that thought was confirmed. Yeah, I don't think it's a good idea for machines to learn on their own.

Describe the last time you fist bumped someone. I do it all the time with people in the office when were walking down the hallway. Sometimes I'll add in an explosion if it's Friday.

What will be the demise of your company? What is your plan if that happens? Most likely demise I would think is if we get sued for doing something illegal. Doubt that will happen, but it's not unusual in the business. There's enough recruiters out there that are looking for a sales person with a history of success, shouldn't be an issue.

over/under/properly:
artichokes - Under just because of Artichoke pizza

Fran Healy - Solid broadcaster. under.

A-Rod - properly, one of the gr8est juicers of his time.

poor people - Most are born into it, very sad. I think we all have obligations to do our best to help out where we can on this front.

Shakira - Properly in her prime, overrated now.

Ford Mustang - under. Buy American.

planks - under. I can hang up there for 10+ minutes, not good enough to win annual 4th of July Plank-Off though.

 

[NorCalVU10]

Why didn't you classify poor people as o/u/p?

 

[NovaNation1188]

Why didn't you classify poor people as o/u/p?

Poverty is the biggest threat to America, don't think it's really something you can rate. I wouldn't even know how to label it any of the 3 (under/proper/over).

I do my best to give back where and when I can (money, time, volunteer work), but I definitely don't do as much as I should/capable of. Also, like most of the people I surround myself with, I make elitist jokes about crazy homeless people which I shouldn't.

I practice Catholicism because of its stances on poverty and abortion. Other than those two issues, the faith isn't as important to me.

 

[NickleDimer]

Rank the following:
Sidney Crosby
Hope Solo
Jordan
Messi
Lebron
Grateful Dead
Tom Seaver

 

[NickleDimer]

I practice Catholicism because of its stances on poverty and abortion.

Describe how Catholicism addresses poverty.
Most savage thing you have said to a date?
Best 3 TV shows/Movies you have seen in last year?
How has the tale of obriend01 informed your outlook on life?
Best nickname for a curveball?

O/U/P
Bill Simmons
Ryan Seacrest
Moe from the Simpsons
Good Friday
artificial turf
lunges
Robert Moye
grunge rock

 

[NovaNation1188]

Rank the following:
Sidney Crosby
Hope Solo
Jordan
Messi
Lebron
Grateful Dead
Tom Seaver

Jordan - GOAT - 6 Ships
Seaver - 1 ship, but Highest MLB HOF Vote % All Time. Kudos for individual achievment
Lebron - 2 Ships
Crosby - 1 Ship (I was in Pitt for Game 7 of the SC in 09, ton of fun)
Grateful Dead - Rock and Roll HOF
Messi - Probably a few ships. but not in the US so they don't really count.
Hope Solo - 0 Ships and is a knucklehead who belongs on a dunphy squad for her assaults

 

[NovaNation1188]

Describe how Catholicism addresses poverty -- Countless verses address poverty pretty clearly. Unless I'm really missing the boat, seems to me that we have a responsibility to help those who want (and need) help. I don't really take this as a Catholic truth -- rather a universal one. Whether Jesus was actually the son of God really doesn't matter all too much, but his alleged work is enough of a starting point from which we should base our lives.

Most savage thing you have said to a date? Probably a few jokes about jewish people when I was in Middle School. I try to avoid that stuff because you never know who you might offend.

Best 3 TV shows/Movies you have seen in last year?
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in 3D -- with my little brother from BBBS. Got horrible reviews, but we loved it.
True Story - Surprisingly enjoyable flick with Jonah Hill and Matt Franco
Workaholics - Love that show and the most recent season was hilarious
(Honorable Mention - Amy Schumer Show)

How has the tale of obriend01 informed your outlook on life? Really enjoyed that thread, happy that it seemed to serve as an anger release for Obriend01. Most important item I took away: Even if you get married to the wrong one, and it's hell, at least there are thousands of chicks on Tinder/Hinge in their 30/40s looking to hook up with divorced guys. Hoping my life never comes to that, but it's reassuring.

Best nickname for a curveball? -- I like "The Hook" or the old #2.

O/U/P
Bill Simmons - Over, what has this guy ever done?

Ryan Seacrest - Under. Short guy who made it to the big leagues, gotta respect that.

Moe from the Simpsons - Properly. The show would go on if they lost him (did that just happen)?

Good Friday - Under. Good time to reflect on your life after you get out early from work.

artificial turf - Proper. Doesn't belong on any professional field, but it's good for HS/College Level.

lunges - Over. I do legs once every 2-3 weeks, such a waste of time.

Robert Moye - No idea who this is, couldn't find any relevant person on Google, so he must be underrated.

grunge rock - The music Grunge bands have created over the years. I don't really listen to it, but the fact that they made it, I respect that. Underrated.

 

[NickleDimer]

Could not agree more about the TMNT movie, Workaholics and Amy Schumer. Went into all of those with low expectations and was wowed. Back to my banal questions...

What valuable things has your old man taught you about the following topics?
-women
-work
-sports
-family
-humor

Please describe ADP's ducking you in more detail? Has it happened multiple times? Is there a chance that you just couldn't see the pint-sized pike in the crowd?

Let's say you get stuck in the CoP for life. Will NN1189 and NN1190 be Phillies fans? Would you adopt the Phillies (again)?

Do you work with any 4for4ers? If so, please describe their 4for4-ness.

 

[NovaNation1188]

Could not agree more about the TMNT movie, Workaholics and Amy Schumer. Went into all of those with low expectations and was wowed. Back to my banal questions...

What valuable things has your old man taught you about the following topics?
-women = never hit a woman under any circumstances. Was about 7-8 years old when I was fighting with my sister. At the time, my dad seemed like a giant when he picked me by my collar and told me he would smash my face in if I ever hit a girl again. Some things stick with you.

-work -1) Don't be a lawyer and 2) work hard before you turn 40. After turning 40, he makes it seem like it's impossible because there is a lot less energy and motivation.

-sports - Don't rag on teammates for losing a game for the team. Though I've heard the story 50x, he blew HS Penn Relays for his team in the shot put when all he needed was to throw 30' or something (and he averaged about 40') when he fouled out. He said not a single teammate voiced their anger about it. Can happen to anyone, taught me a lot about team sports and why you play the game.

-family - Be home for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mother's Day. No exceptions. A lot of families don't do that.

-humor - Know your audience before cracking a controversial joke.

Please describe ADP's ducking you in more detail? Has it happened multiple times? Is there a chance that you just couldn't see the pint-sized pike in the crowd? - If he says he wasn't ducking me, fine. But man, it really felt like it. I was in Pitt for the game visiting some friends. We were all fired up for the game and ready to barhop. I had ADP's email beforehand because he was going to try to scalp a few extra tickets if the price was right. I don't blame him for not helping out on that front, but when he emailed me 4-5x with different bar locations and then wasn't there when I dragged my friends to those spots, it rubbed me the wrong way.

Let's say you get stuck in the CoP for life. Will NN1189 and NN1190 be Phillies fans? Would you adopt the Phillies (again)? -- Not many things are non-negotiable in life. My fanhood in most sports is up for grabs on a yearly basis (Hold 'Nova and Mets). I firmly believe the Mets are in my DNA on the Y Chromosome. I can't imagine my sons not being Met fans, daughters can do what they feel. I wouldn't have an issue if my sons were eagles/flyers fans, but not phillies. I still think about the 07-08 seasons and my time at 'Nova watching that happen. I thought things couldn't get worse than those 2 seasons until the 09 season nightmare.

Do you work with any 4for4ers? If so, please describe their 4for4-ness. The great majority of people who work in my office are fans of the CoP teams, but I wouldn't classify them as 4for4ers. Most have 1-2 sports that they prefer, not diehard in all. Couple big flyers fans, but they don't really care about the other teams. General apathy to the phillies/76ers because they are so bad. This town revolves around the eagles, it's pretty pathetic actually. That's why I'm enjoying my time with the Cows, but I'm thinking I might switch after this season.

 

[NovaHoops2002]

Any recent or upcoming vacations?
Favorite shore town?
Favorite breakfast meat?
Who has more W's this year - Harvey or deGroom?

 

[NovaNation1188]

Any recent or upcoming vacations? - Just spent Memorial Day Weekend (4 days) in Cape May. First time I had ever been, beautiful little town. Was beach front property, can't wait to go back. No big time vacations planned, I travel a fair amount for work so that's when I do my sight seeing. Headed to Chicago most of next week. Also might go back there in July for my cousin's bachelor party.

Favorite shore town? Northern half of LBI is can't miss. But really, any beach that's not filled with Jets/Yankees tattoos works for me.

Favorite breakfast meat? Bacon. Sausage, tailor ham, and scrapple are decent, but I never really order them. My go to breakfast sandwich lately has been a spinach egg and cheese on an english muffin.

Who has more W's this year - Harvey or deGroom? I foresee a number of tough luck losses in their futures. I'm going to say deGrom just because he refuses to give up any runs at home. It's actually scary how good he is at Citi.

 

[NickleDimer]

Rank from most to least boring:
punts
field goals
free throws
intentional walks
pitching changes
midfield play (futbol)
hockey

 

[NovaNation1188]

Rank from most to least boring:

MOST BORING:
-Midfield Play (futball) - Most boring part of the most boring sport.
-Hockey - Most boring sport (but on ice so it's slightly better)
-Intentional Walks - Some excitement considering there might be a foul ball -- and the anticipation of a possible pitching change
-Punts - Nothing really exciting here, and usually a commercial soon after.
-Field Goals - Same as punts, but at least there is a chance at points
-Free throws - Nova usually gets to the line a lot -- and we're historically pretty good at FTs, so I like em.
-Pitching changes - A lot of the time the game is on the line. Love the managerial decisions and pressure in these situations. People have their own opinions of who should come in (and when). Keep the starters in, etc... Easily the most exciting item on this list.
NOT BORING: