notyouraveragegeek In reply to White-Hand [2014-04-08 12:34:54 +0000 UTC]

Hi White-Hand and welcome to dA!

I'm glad you like my name. It took a long time to think of something suitable that wasn't already taken What is the meaning of your name if you don't mind me asking?

I've been knitting for probably about two years now and am at around intermediate level. Although, I tend to churn out more simplistic items so that I can be more sociable when knitting. If the pattern is complicated I have to completely concentrate. What about you? Your work looks quite accomplished.

Lee

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White-Hand In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-04-09 18:35:55 +0000 UTC]

I've noted you

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to dloraas [2014-02-28 15:20:51 +0000 UTC]

No problem, your work is fantastic! Look forward to seeing your future creations.

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to Ginger-PolitiCat [2014-02-17 22:31:51 +0000 UTC]

Hey, thanks for the welcome. Looks like a great, thriving group!

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to LeCoeurReveur [2014-02-11 12:14:21 +0000 UTC]

Hallo / bonjour. No problem. I saw your art in the Manga group. Your drawings are fantastic. Keep up the good work

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to ryoung [2014-02-10 00:07:32 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome Richard. I've never seen paintings quite like yours before. You have a great knowledge of anatomy, lighting, well... just about everything really as far as I can tell lol and you still manage to be original. Technique is sterile without emotion but you've got the balance right bud. Look forward to seeing what you come up with next. P.S. Hope you're not affected by the flooding in Devon. I hear it's half under water!

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-06 20:58:44 +0000 UTC]

Cheers Fox! A little older but still none the wiser lol

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-06 21:59:11 +0000 UTC]

No, you didn't grow older, you just leveled up.      (from alpner.deviantart.com/art/Quot…  You should go check out his hilarious quotes--just saying   )

If you're old, which you will definitely will know, you will be a bald wrinkled little raisin stuck in a wheelchair.   (Hides from the raging crowd of grandpas and grandmas.)

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-06 22:07:03 +0000 UTC]

Hahaha, I like that and think I'll steal it. I've levelled up. Heeeeell yeeeeah!!! It would be funny to see a raging group of old folk and at least you'd be able to outrun them

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-06 23:20:19 +0000 UTC]

unless you're coming back from the gym/PE class/marathon/ Olympic race/running to class cause I'm late/etc.    

(Every week in my PE class--aka physical education--we have to run 2 miles under 25 minutes.  Even if it is only 40 degrees F)

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-06 23:44:01 +0000 UTC]

Daaaamn, that's a bit harsh! I hate running. I can only just about run a bath!

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-07 03:28:28 +0000 UTC]

I'm sure you can mange to dash fast enough to grab the last (insert favorite food) from your favorite diner.  You just need a little motivation.    

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-07 18:45:37 +0000 UTC]

Hahah, your emoticons always make me laugh I used to say the only time I ran was at last orders. However, since I decided to not drink alcohol any more that saying no longer works. I'll stick to cycling. Easier on the knees.

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-07 19:51:22 +0000 UTC]

and save your poor poor abused shoes from further damage  

Never forget running away from the scary mobs of fangirls/ pissed girls  

or zombies  

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-07 23:08:36 +0000 UTC]

Hahahaha, where do you get all of these emoticons from? There is literally one for every occasion it would seem  Running away from fan girls never comes up but I can see the zombie thang happening one day. In fact at work, we even have a zombie apocalypse fall out plan. They are coming I tell thee!!!!!!

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-07 23:31:12 +0000 UTC]

Oh wondrous emoticons... how I love you.   

When you reply, you will see + Add Media.  Click on it and on the right should be a window of emoticons.  Click on one emoticon and it will appear in your add a comment box.  Very simple.    

Some are really crazy  or just plan out weird     or...you get the idea   

You might need to run away from a pissed mother (in law) or an enraged ex   

stalker   

media  

parents who want their grand children  

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-07 23:54:45 +0000 UTC]

Holy crap!  I didn't realise that's what that button was for!  

btw I finished the Elvis portrait today!   YAY!   

:thumb432457690:

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-08 01:57:11 +0000 UTC]

Lovely job!   

(Someone's loving the emoticons  )

Are you watching the Olympics?  Any countries you are rooting for (other than Britain)?    Which events are you most interested in?     

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-09 02:14:45 +0000 UTC]

Just realised I posted my thumbnail rant after you'd replied.

Thanks, I'm really pleased with it. Elvis is now framed and hanging on the wall. My uncle has even asked me to get him a print of it so that's a great endorsement.

D'ya know I've never watched the winter Olympics? I watch the regular Olympics, especially the last one for obvious reasons. I usually prefer to participate in sports rather than watch with the exception of football and ice hockey. Regular Olympics I like; boxing  , gymnastics  , swimming    , running  . Oh and I'd only over root for team GB    What a bout yourself?

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-09 02:37:49 +0000 UTC]

Check this description of the Olympic events out: 24.media.tumblr.com/3581ba910a…

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-09 23:40:16 +0000 UTC]

Lmao, seems about right  

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-07 23:56:00 +0000 UTC]

God damn it the thumbnail code didn't work  

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-01 00:37:28 +0000 UTC]

Hey, no worries and thank you for the welcome. Your work is truly stunning! Seeing the high standards others achieve gives me real inspiration to get there myself. Your efforts are appreciated.

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-01 00:43:09 +0000 UTC]

 Nevertheless, thank you so much! By the way, I hoped you had a great Chinese New Year!  

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-01 00:49:52 +0000 UTC]

Same to you. I'm afraid it passed me by relatively unnoticed which is a shame as Chinese culture is rather fascinating. Next year I'm going to find a celebration to gatecrash!!!

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-01 01:31:11 +0000 UTC]

By CNY I meant Chinese New Year. Damn my lazy typing

Tofu is amazing if cooked properly! I am a vegetarian so my choices are somewhat limited when ordering out (although I eat like a king at home).

I usually go for anything tofu, sauce or noodle based; vegetable chow mein, stir fry, spring rolls, Chinese vegetable curry etc. I'm impossible to creep out. We had a colleague from the American office visiting the Sheffield office once and we all went to a hardcore Chinese restaurant. A mate of mine ordered pigs intestines which was too much for me but the lad from the states ordered the frogs legs and dared me to. So, I thought "what the hell, you only live once." They arrived and I devoured them, vegetarian or not those frogs legs went down! I was sadly disappointed though as they were extremely rubbery and not very meaty. Maybe they weren't prepared properly

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-01 01:02:16 +0000 UTC]

Well, since I don't live in the UK, I can't help you gatecrash a Chinese party , but the parties in the many Chinatowns in the US are crazily fun!   All the fireworks, parades, dancing, the "flying" dragons...... and never forget the food.  

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-01 01:09:01 +0000 UTC]

Haha, never fear. I can sniff out a party over this side of the pond. Sheffield has a large population of Chinese students so they must have something going on. We don't have a Chinatown though unfortunately and definitely no flying dragons in my life other than my large dragon tattoo

Who could forget the food?! Hmmmm, Chinese food. You're making me hungry now! Sounds like you've had a blast of a CNY!?

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-01 01:18:33 +0000 UTC]

nope.  i live near DC, but good guess.  

So, what's your fav. Chinese food?  I just love deep fried tofu cooked in soy sauce (not too sure what the dish is called), my mom's spring rolls, fried frog legs--creeping you out yet?, deep fried rice ball stuffed with ground pork, sesame balls......  

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-01 02:25:34 +0000 UTC]

Haha, when I said CNY I meant Chinese New Year

Well, I am vegetarian so my options are often limited when ordering out (although I eat like a king when at home). I like vegetable chow mein, Chinese curry, egg fried rice, spring rolls, sweet and sour sauce, stir fry etc.

You aren't creeping me out as I have to confess to trying frogs legs once. A colleague was visiting from the states and we all went out for a work evening meal. We took him to a hardcore Chinese restaurant. Someone ordered stuffed pigs intestines which was too much for me but the lad from the U.S. ordered the frogs legs and dared me to do the same. Never one to refuse a dare I promptly ordered the same. Vegetarian or not, when they arrived I devoured them! Unfortunately, I did not enjoy the experience as it was akin to eating rubber. I don't think they were prepared properly?

My favourite food though (other than chips, beans, two fried eggs and bread with butter) has to be Indian curry! Just had one tonight in fact Are you a fan?

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bite-size-fox In reply to notyouraveragegeek [2014-02-01 03:17:18 +0000 UTC]

 EH?  Whoops, my bad.  I thought you meant the Chinatown of NYC.  (I'm not too good with texting and abbreviations since I don't care for phones which is really weird considering the era and generation we are currently in.)

Frog legs--properly prepared and fried that is--should taste like very tender chicken.  Was the meat like starch white and the skin a light yellow--a little darker (and browner) than McDonald's french fries?  Or maybe your frog legs was prepared differently?  (Boiled, steamed, baked?)

I don't like curry unfortunately.  I'm not a big fan of spicy food even though I have a rather high tolerance for it.  Maybe it's 'cause the only curry I have eaten was made from the curry powder packs--not sure what to call it?

Want to switch to notes so we can keep the conversation private? If yes, you can just reply to me here and I'll reply back through notes.

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to bite-size-fox [2014-02-01 03:20:29 +0000 UTC]

This site has a lot of damn features! Notes sounds like a mail system so yeah, I reply to you there in a few mins.

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notyouraveragegeek In reply to DreamMakerx [2014-01-31 12:34:08 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much. It's always nerve wracking exposing your creations for the judgement of the world but everyone on here seems to really friendly from the comments I've read on other peoples stuff so far.

I had a look through your gallery and you have an impressive talent. Keep up the good work!

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