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Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Paul Martinez73 said:Why is a dog or a cat considered different from a penguin, a snake, or a fish?
I honestly want penguins to be taken out on walks, dressed up in little winter coats, and given actual rights. We should ban keeping them in cages, and for goodness' sake, let's stop keeping fish in aquariums smaller than 500 liters...

Oh, and I also want the lions and all those other animals at the local zoo to be dressed in winter gear too.

And I want some show on a major network where someone rescues penguins that nobody else cared about, or maybe even a place where someone opens a sanctuary for turtles.

Honestly, we've gone way too far with protecting wild fauna. What kind of crazy times are these? At this rate, a decent person won't even be able to slap a white mouse when it scurries out of its little hole without facing total public condemnation.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Patrick Martin said:Just so you know, I just finished grooming my Cat, and now he’s all soft and relaxed, looking shiny and totally chill...🙂

So, Patrick Martin, who exactly do you consider an ICON? 🙏

What are the odds of getting a two-hour podcast where you just sit and talk about whatever comes to mind? What kind of chances are we looking at there? 🍿
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Matthew Young35 said:My Cat is free; he’s happy and doing just fine with me.
His window is open (I live on the ground floor) and he hasn't gone anywhere for years.
In the winter, he doesn't leave the bed except for five minutes outside to do his business and to jump on something a hundred times a day. In the summer, he's never home except to come in and eat five or six times a day; otherwise, he's in the yard.

Cats never lived better than when the Egyptians "domesticated" them.

This glorification of life in the wild is misplaced.
Do you actually know how wild animals live in the wild?
Those animals that serve as prey live in constant, 24/7 fear that some Cat, crocodile, or Wolf might eat them, while Cats live in a state of constant hunger agony—except perhaps for Lions, for a week or two when idiots like wildebeests charge into the slaughter.
And don't even get me started on disease.
Do you really think a wild cow in India has an idyllic life? Hell no. Go into the jungle and try your best not to be eaten by a crocodile, a tiger, or a leopard; try not to be bitten by a venomous snake, or attacked by a swarm of killer bees, or trip on a branch and get an infection, only to have scavengers start eating you while you're still alive.

This romanticization of life in the wild is truly fascinating.

anything good is wild and free 😉.

The security of a cage only comforts people and their tiny, encrypted, sterilized clowns.

GQ spoke plenty of truths—much of it holds water—but the role of pets is still vital for humans. They fulfill their purpose simply by softening their owners' hearts and making them gentler souls; it might seem trivial, but it really isn't ☕.
At the end of the day, pet owners invest their time, money, and everything else into caring for them, forming deep emotional bonds, only to receive nothing but the creature's companionship as a reward.
It’s not an ideal relationship, and it raises plenty of questions, but I think, ultimately, it makes people better.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
ambertinker41 said:image

😂🤣🤣

Peter Thompson4 said:So what’s even the point?
This honestly reminds me of that one episode of South Park where Butters—or was it Marsh?!—goes full Emo. 😁

So you actually think life needs to have some grand purpose? That’s just another one of your little fabrications—just a concept you've cooked up because you want it to be true. Honestly, we're just biological beings on this planet like everything else. We're born, we struggle to survive, and then we die, just like every other living thing in the natural cycle of this world.

The old ways still rule everything—it’s just the law of the jungle, where the strongest person in the room calls the shots, and honestly, looking at the world right now, we're basically just leaning into that raw power and taking whatever advantages come our way. It’s nothing groundbreaking, really. Symbiosis would happen perfectly fine without us even being on this planet, because nature doesn't actually care about our existence. Wolves and humans were both smart enough to figure out mutual benefit back in the day, much like how cats work, but let's not act like that's some massive revelation. Other animals have their own little companions too, so what's the big deal?

Look, if we weren't built for this specific era of life, it’s pretty obvious—we're all still lugging around the bodies our ancestors left us with—but what exactly are we supposed to do now? Go back in time? Honestly, even though I find myself agreeing with a lot of people on this, especially given where humanity stands right now, we really should be more than this, considering we actually possess enough moral backbone and intellectual capacity to know better.

I honestly can't believe that in 99.9% of all human origin simulations, we always end up at the exact same "solution," which makes me think we'd hit that same wall even if they were simulating entirely different species.

Bottom line—everything we deal with is just a human concept.

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Well now, my esteemed colleague Peter Thompson4, you've thrown some rather grim conclusions at those of us gathered here, haven't you? Don't you think 🤔
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Amanda Evans2 said:Byron, here is a dog for you. Honestly, though, this one looks a bit underdressed. My recommendation would be to grab a longer coat
The dog is a species that humans have essentially domesticated and tailored to our own needs through selective breeding for various purposes. The end result is an animal that is completely dependent on people; without us, they simply wouldn't survive in this form, quite unlike a wolf or a wild goat


Bravo to humanity. Truly. Honestly, what else could someone like Morgoth from J.R.R. Tolkien’s stories create in his fortress deep underground? This is exactly that kind of twisted creativity.

What was the actual goal behind designing this monstrosity? To create the ultimate weapon for scaring crows away from the farmland? 🤔

brightpilot6 said:Humans have been designing everything from beasts to domestic breeds for ages, far beyond just these household pets. I don't really have an issue with it, provided we aren't creating total abominations; as the human experience evolves, so too do the animals that walk alongside us.

Furthermore, wouldn't a dog spontaneously evolve in that direction anyway, even without our deliberate breeding and selective crossing? If modern people simply chose the smallest pups from every litter, we would eventually reach the same destination after enough time passes. Honestly, about 70% of people living in the US today don't even have a backyard anymore.


Ever wonder how dogs actually came to be? Once upon a time, they were just wolves—until they were seized by dark forces, broken and twisted. They became this ruined, tragic version of life.

So, to put things in J.R.R. Tolkien's terms... I actually just remembered him because of your post.

I can't see the image you're trying to share. If there's a specific topic or sentiment behind it you want me to write about, just let me know.
I can't see the image you linked. If you want me to take a look at it or write something based on what's in the picture, just describe it for me. Once I know what we're looking at, I can get to work.
I can't see the image you're referring to. If you want me to take a look or comment on it, please upload it or describe what's going on!

Made in Angband. ☕
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Amanda Evans2 said:Why on earth do you care if someone puts a little coat on a dog? How exactly does that interfere with your pathetic little existence?

It’s as if everyone just needs to be exactly the same, for God's sake...

🤣

Look, it doesn't bother me; it’s just funny.

Just because I comment on something doesn't mean I have some grand positive or negative stance on it.
Some people here act like moral authorities even when we're talking about dogs in coats. Relax. It’s like they want us to review everything—this TV show is great, that one is terrible.

Seriously, what is your problem with this specific style? 🤦

brightpilot6 said:Look, you don't have to be a bigot to speak up; a person is allowed to say if something bothers them, and then you just have a conversation about it—that’s how social interaction works. If someone were suddenly campaigning to ban tiny dog coats out of pure spite, that would be one thing, but honestly, everyone finds something irritating or eye-catching at some point, even if they can't quite put their finger on why.

Perhaps Charles Roberts33 isn't quite fully informed, given his claim that people dress up dogs just to be malicious, which is actually quite rare. When it does happen, well, it bothers me too, because it feels like mistreating an animal (which, by and large, doesn't enjoy having things forced onto its body).

I suspect my own grandparents might have been a bit shocked at first if they had seen these tiny dogs dressed in little coats, though I wonder if they ever actually saw the modern breeds that live exclusively in apartments. Still, I am fairly certain they would have come around eventually, considering how much care they took to ensure their own pets stayed as warm as possible.

The very existence of these weak, modern breeds is the result of human spite and playing God to design the "perfect" companion for an increasingly crowded population with limited time and space. Through relentless selective breeding, we've ended up with semi-incapable breeds that can't function without human intervention and are prone to endless health issues.

Ideally, a dog should be a strong, resilient creature. Shelters and rescues are full of them. But people would rather drop hundreds or thousands of dollars on a status symbol or a fashion accessory that needs a jacket just to handle moderate weather.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
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Good, oh so good, Reksonj... wow, here's a little something from our dear friend Reksa

https://twitter.com/LaruSanson/statu...90639617695746

Hasn't everyone just completely lost their minds with these damn animals? ☕

The wildest part for me is seeing dogs in little coats when it gets cold out; I guess even that's a thing now. 🙏 😂

Honestly, people have just gone insane with greed.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·


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Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Patrick Martin said:Honestly, I'm totally over blondes. Brunettes are where it's at ☕


Nice one, Patrick, you’re onto something here. It’s no coincidence that dark-haired women have been driving composers crazy for centuries.😉.







The whole notion that blondes are more attractive is mostly just a byproduct of Hugh Hefner’s magazines and early Hollywood—pretty much an American obsession.☕.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
If Ajut wanted her, he would've had her by now ☕

Respect, god damnit 😠😠
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Noah Roberts46 said:Wait, aren't you actually Hillary Clinton's husband—the legendary Jacob? Because honestly, you two sure do seem to be on the same page. 🤷

Look, Noah Roberts46, you’re a decent guy. I honestly don't get why you feel the need to stoop to this level.

Let’s maintain some decency—that’s what I’ve always said. 😉.

brightpilot6 said:It feels like I am seeing it with my own eyes.

On a foggy morning, while the November dew settles heavily, a Ford F-150 rattles down a muddy backroad in the Midwest. The driver hasn't quite secured the logs he harvested from the national forest earlier this week, so they rattle and thud against the truck bed. Through the misted windows, the passengers—a diverse group of Americans—watch the scenery pass by. The driver is listening to music; he’s had the Cassette Player cranked to the max ever since he veered off the interstate. He planned the whole thing perfectly, timing it so the first chords of their song hit just as he pulled up to the gate.

The screech of the brakes startles a flock of geese in the yard, sending them vanishing into the fog. Stubbing out a cigarette somewhere near the Cassette Player, the driver catches the heavy symbolism of the moment. He kills the engine and climbs down.

A sturdy woman with a commanding presence rushes out of the house to swing the gate open, but he waves her off immediately. There’s no need. That dismissive, masculine gesture says it all—it’s as if neither the opening of the gate nor her assistance is required at all. Without offering a polite greeting, he simply asks, "Where’s the boss?"

She lets out a sharp, squeaky sound toward the pigpen and retreats back into the house. He remains waiting on the road, hands shoved deep in his pockets. Finally, an exhausted-looking man emerges from the pens wearing mud-caked boots. Beneath a blue work jacket held together by a single struggling button, you can make out the silhouette of a middle-aged man weighing at least 260 pounds. But where others might see neglect, the driver sees strength and vitality.

The man sets aside his pitchfork and heads toward the gate. Only then does the guest step into the yard, and they walk toward one another to exchange greetings. When a voice shouts "now or never!" through the cracked window of the truck, the host closes his eyes and raises his hands and fingers toward the sky. They both sing along, though more by opening their mouths wide and letting a little sound escape every now and then. They shake hands and give each other a firm pat on the shoulder. "It’s time." "Yes, it’s time, sir."

He helps him climb back into the truck, and together they head toward City Hall.

Reading these kinds of ramblings feels like I'm hearing them read aloud by Danak Družijanić.

There are just so many questions being thrown around right now. Honestly, it’s going to take humanity hours upon hours of deep analysis before anyone can truly make sense of this work. 🤔.

Patrick Martin said:You know what, Charles Roberts33? Honestly, sometimes I catch myself thinking about jumping headfirst into politics. Just to shake things up and blow the whole scene apart like a heavy metal drummer crashing through a stage set. ☕

Trust me, Ajut, plenty of people—myself included—would probably just roll their eyes and say, "Yeah, right, like that'll ever happen." 😉.

But you can count on my vote.

I can see it now: stumbling toward the polling station with a 0.10 BAC, shouting slogans at the top of my lungs all the way there.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Peter Thompson4 said:So, everyone, did you all just lose your minds?

Gentlemen don't discuss topics like this. ☕

Patrick Martin said:This loss honestly feels just like that total massacre back in '94 during the Democratic Party finals, where we got absolutely steamrolled by a duo—one guy from Mexico and one from the States—who ran a campaign that was tactically flawless. It was brutal.

And look, let's be real here: Donald Trump was my first choice all along. This whole "scorched earth" Plan B turned out to be a complete bust. Dammit, the bench is way too thin and there’s just zero time left for a comeback.

Don't sweat it, Patrick Martin. We’re heading out into the November chill to hit the polls together for Donald Trump. Let's get our votes in before those mindless zombies take over everything. 😉
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
We’re basically just waiting for one last massive meltdown from Help to wrap up this entire election farce ☕
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
A new special featuring Chris Rock, David Spade, Rob Schneider, Adam Sandler, and Kevin James all together... It really makes me wonder why I wasn't aware this gem even existed 🙏

I'll be out hunting again tomorrow morning; I can already see ☕
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
brightpilot6 said:Everything would be absolutely wonderful if staying put meant you could simply dodge both of those disasters altogether. But since you’re inevitably going to end up stuck with one of them, why on earth would you let someone else make the choice for you?

Sometimes silence speaks louder than words. Sometimes, that quiet hits harder than a shout. By simply refusing to show up, you're casting a vote—a vote against these recycled, stale options they're trying to feed us. If you can't articulate exactly what you want, at least make it clear what you won't tolerate.

Essentially, the more people stay home, the clearer the message becomes: the public is hungry for something fresh ahead of the upcoming elections. People are tired of being stuck with the same old wisdom from the Republican Party.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Patrick Martin said:honestly, if I were a woman looking for some killer sex between those two, I’d definitely go with Kolinda

🤣🤣🤣

Matthew Young35 said:What would you actually do if someone robbed you blind or if fifteen idiots spent an hour beating you senseless?
If you say "nothing," then you're just asking to get kicked around.

I'm waiting for a smart answer.

Look, honestly, I wouldn't choose either of them. I generally prefer things to go well for me and try to aim for that.
Your question is basically asking an abused woman whether she’d prefer a husband who kicks her in the stomach and throws her down the stairs, or some ex who just gave her the occasional slap. Just because one option is worse doesn't mean you actually want the other one.

But it's fascinating to me, guys, how passionately you defend an option that you yourselves just compared to herpes and a slap in the face. I've also noticed you tend to jump at any attempt to suggest a third alternative.
How far does this go? It seems your resentment isn't even ideological; it's purely partisan.

And then people will be surprised when most folks just stay home on Sunday, because they have no desire to hand everything over to one slimy, shameless party just so it can gloat over the other.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
The Democratic Party is essentially a collection of proven mediocrities. They’ve squandered enough opportunities already and left voters hanging far too many times. As I see it, brightpilot6’s whole argument boils down to saying we should vote for them simply because there's someone even worse waiting in the wings. That’s exactly how they stay relevant—not through any actual merit, but because when enough people get fed up with the Republican Party, they become the default fallback option. Personally, I don't see why we should reward such clearly defined incompetence.

Ultimately, alongside the Republican Party, they represent nothing more than a failed direction over the last three decades. I honestly just want to see them fail, and I have no intention of slowing down their inevitable collapse.
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
I’m not exactly proud of how I handle this, but since you asked, here is why these elections don't even register on my radar.

I'll cast a vote when there’s actually something new on the table. As for these recycled faces and their carbon-copy platforms? Never.

Three hours until I have to drag myself out of bed, wash my face, and pretend to function. Instead, I’m just staring at the ceiling—insomnia is a real trip.☕
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
A two-headed vampire snake has been systematically rigging elections for idiots and their cronies for thirty years straight. They’ll keep at it until everyone’s eyes fall right out of their sockets, and now they expect us to show up at the polls just to lend a shred of legitimacy to this unified, satanic, destructive force and the whole circus. As if.

Even if one option turned out to be slightly less terrible than the other, I have no intention of wasting a single second of my life on a "lesser of two evils" scenario.
It’s only the third time in my life where I've even considered the possibility, specifically when the right-wing ☕
Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021) in Soccer ·
Around here, people love using the term 'klobučar'—it’s what we call those folks who suddenly don their team colors for the big games despite having zero interest in football or any of its drama. They just dig the vibe: grab a beer, watch the matches, mask themselves as Puntić, and throw some prime brisket on the grill to forget about life's daily grind.

In what way are these atheists celebrating Christmas any different from the crowd this forum mocks for being superficial and banal 🤔?
At the end of the day, they're nothing more than Christmas klobučari ☕.