CuriousByNature

I think that is a very kind and generous thing you did for him, and I hope it hasn't put any financial strain on yourself. It sounds like this was set up as a proper loan without strict conditions, so I doubt he thinks of it as a gift. Even if he is embarrassed he should at least let you know that he is doing alright - though depending on how he got into debt, it is also possible he is back in debt again and would not want you to know. My only advice, for what it is worth, is not to mention the debt at all when you reach out to him - even though you are just reaffirming that you aren't looking for reimbursement. Mentioning the debt might be a trigger in some way, so perhaps consider just reaching out very lightheartedly. Maybe that could set him at ease and make it more comfortable for him to respond?

Especially with that bit of background showing over the shoulder. Too hot.

Or have an attached room with a moving walkway, so that people can't crowd around the painting but can appreciate it as they glide past. Similar to how people view the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London.

Maybe he was in an 80's band? He might tell you to take him on.

At least it isn't Rainier...

She's amazing. I hope she carries on with the show for many more years, at least until Olivia Benson enters a care home. lol

Glad he's not a dentist with a name like that.

I think it's a really good point you raise about our perspectives being based on the various types of privilege we experience - both those we are aware of and those we might not be aware of at the time. I understand that many people saw this case as being bigger than an accused person and two fatalities, and that it represented something deeper in their hearts and minds. But my thoughts keep coming back to the victims and their families. I can only imagine how painful it must be to lose family members, and then watch as a jury of hundreds of millions of people weigh in on the possible guilt or innocence of the accused. And then to realize that a majority of people believed in the guilt of the accused, but that many of those were still satisfied with the verdict because of what it meant in a much larger, historical-sociological context. The context and loss for the Simpson and Goldman families was much more personal, but they were the ones who had to bear the burden of historic wrongs when OJ was acquitted.

I need to find new friends. I get invited to birthday bashes at Chipotle's and Pizza Hut.

It seems like OJ will always be a polarizing figure. It was one of the first instances I can recall where a human tragedy became fodder for reality tv sensationalism. It may have been the beginning of court cases being used for entertainment purposes and the rise of celebrities that are famous for being famous, like the entire Kardashian family. I see a definite division between the pre-OJ trial tv age and the post-trial age, and I can remember getting sick of seeing it broadcast day in and day out for what seemed like years. I was glad when it finally came to an end, but it still opened the door for all sorts of reality tv that followed, shows that are premised on the public being looky-loos without the capacity to think objectively about what they are watching.

Yes, in several he's massaging himself

I didn't know Pink Ladies wear underwear... but haven't seen one in 40 years either.

LOL - don't worry - I would never do something that mean... hahaha

I suppose I could, but I don't think anyone would want to see my nude pics.

He might be stuck in a snowdrift. Let's wait for the spring thaw before passing judgement... lol.

Probably not!

After the abdications of King George VII, Queen Charlotte, and King Louis... lol

He constantly apologizes to you during the massage.

Oh, I didn't realize that was supposed to be a joke.

I really don't think that's a fair comment to make about the man.

@justme How did you find his Twitter? Is it the same name as in his RM ad?

@samhexum - but I doubt he'll eggsplain what he's hiding...