# The downside of being the boss... **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [September 29, 2006, 2:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606 "2006-09-29T14:46:10Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Anaamika](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 4:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/21 "2006-09-29T16:37:20Z")
[QUOTE=elbows] Forgive my bluntness but please explain the big smile. As in, “Yahoo I get to have sex with someone who thinks of unworthy of dating, weeee!” I just don’t quite understand anyone being flattered to have received a ‘booty call’. To my sensibilities it is offensive in every way. [/QUOTE] You know, this is annoying me more as I think about it. If it’s not your thing, fine. If it’s offensive to you, fine. But obviously people are different than you - or hadn’t you noticed? I don’t understand people who think that everyone else must conform to _their_ standards of how to live. ---
**Author:** ![badbadrubberpiggy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/57b2e6/32.png) [@badbadrubberpiggy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/badbadrubberpiggy)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 4:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/22 "2006-09-29T16:44:50Z")
[QUOTE=Kalhoun] I guess your booty doesn’t get called often. It’s a beautiful thing. Let your booty sidle up to the phone and answer the call sometime. You’ll be glad you did! [/QUOTE] But try not to do this at work. Your underlings might look at you funny if you actually answer a call with your ass. 😃 Have fun answering the booty call, **twicks**! ---
**Author:** ![Greenback](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/2bfe46/32.png) [@Greenback](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Greenback)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 4:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/23 "2006-09-29T16:51:52Z")
[QUOTE=Hal Briston] Don’t listen to the naysayers, **twicks**. You just go, have yourself a fun time, and then come back and tell us alllll about it, 'k? [/QUOTE] Of course, without pictures **twicks** is just someone living out a fantasy on the internet and there, in fact, no booty call to speak of. ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 5:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/24 "2006-09-29T17:32:12Z")
[QUOTE=Greenback] Of course, without pictures **twicks** is just someone living out a fantasy on the internet and there, in fact, no booty call to speak of. [/QUOTE] I assure you, your fantasy is a lot hotter than the middle-aged reality. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 5:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/25 "2006-09-29T17:55:10Z")
Okay, here’s my horoscope: You know that saying about ‘all work and no play,’ and what that imbalance can do to people? Make sure you do something that puts the sparkle in your eye, whether it’s running through the grass or taking a trip to Prague. Can’t argue with that. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![ShelliBean](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/f9ae1b/32.png) [@ShelliBean](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ShelliBean)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 6:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/26 "2006-09-29T18:05:04Z")
I was on my personal cell at work and my boss walked up. I quickly got off the phone and he said “what’s up?” so I said “booty call” so he said “high five!” (this was all before I was married, obviously). Between this and my last post in the office refrigerator thread I’m appreciating my workplace more and more today. ---
**Author:** ![D\_Odds](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/d_odds/32/2882_2.png) [@D\_Odds](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/D_Odds)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 6:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/27 "2006-09-29T18:17:37Z")
[QUOTE=Antinor01] You need to get a fuck buddy, stat. [/QUOTE] I need one, too. Oh wait, I’m married. Nevermind. ---
**Author:** ![934spe](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/9/90db22/32.png) [@934spe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/934spe)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 6:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/28 "2006-09-29T18:39:11Z")
[QUOTE=twickster] Glass with ice would be nice. And the Cheez Doodles last time were nice, but the orange dye is really hard to get off … well, you were there, you remember. How about cashews for a snack? [/QUOTE] I thought salty nuts were already on the agenda… ---
**Author:** ![Count\_Blucher](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/c5a1d2/32.png) [@Count\_Blucher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Count_Blucher)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 6:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/29 "2006-09-29T18:44:37Z")
[QUOTE=twickster] Okay, here’s my horoscope: You know that saying about ‘all work and no play,’ and what that imbalance can do to people? Make sure you do something that puts the sparkle in your eye, whether it’s running through the grass or taking a trip to Prague. Can’t argue with that. 😃 [/QUOTE] Well, I’m happy for you! But, much like fortune cookie fortunes, many horoscopes can be read that way. Take these for example (from a free site on the internet) > [@](#): > > You should be feeling very much on top form today and will be looking to spend as much time around other people today as possible. You’ll have boundless enthusiasm for life, which suggests that you’ll want to grasp any opportunities coming your way. \*\*You should be careful though that you don’t overdo it today. \*\* Grab Gently. He’ll thank you for it. > [@](#): > > Thanks to both the moon moving into Capricorn and a negative aspect influencing your ruling planet **you are likely to experience a day of frustration today.** Your levels of sensitivity will be up, and you would do well to spend at least some time today meditating or taking up some relaxation exercises. Why that Selfish Bastard! I say you write his name and that he’s a lousy lay on the walls of the stalls at work. That’ll fix him…! > [@](#): > > A couple of challenging aspects are likely to impact on your day today. You will want peace and quiet but you won’t get it! People making plenty of demands on your time means that it’s unlikely you’ll be able to stick to any plans that you may have made. If you do reserve some time for yourself stick to it! Ok, you may want to turn off the cell phone and the beeper now… > [@](#): > > With Venus exerting a considerable, but not overly positive influence you are likely to have an intense day today. Be prepared for some dramatic developments in your life, especially in terms of romance, but when things get a bit too much you should consider retreating to your home to recharge your batteries. Home Depot & COSTCO both sell batteries in bulk. Just sayin’… 😃 > [@](#): > > A brief but positive aspect between your ruling planet and the moon should set you up nicely for the approaching weekend. You might find that you’re feeling in a more sedate mood today and you should indulge your softer side. Music, dancing, and cozy chats will appeal. Dammit, not another Cuddle Party…! _grrr_ > [@](#): > > With an excellent aspect from Pluto you’ll find that you have the opportunity to do something rather out of the ordinary today, which will be a welcome break from the routine. Activities that bring you closer to the great outdoors will appeal: from ice-skating to paint-balling you should embrace your adventurous side. Hey, I may know nothing about paint-balling, but I hope you know the difference between water-based and oil-based paint. Otherwise, Uranus may end up blue… :eek: > [@](#): > > The minor negative aspect from the moon is likely to influence your day today. For you this is likely to mean a period where you’re happiest in the company of one or two friends. Large crowds are likely to unsettle you, so stick to the things you know you enjoy! Long-story-short: 3-somes maybe, but orgies are Out…! > [@](#): > > A string of positive influences suggest that you can’t go far wrong today, and there will be plenty of fun to be had after work or school. However, watch what you say to someone today. They might insist that they want the blunt truth, but you’d be best delivering the softer version! Oh, go ahead and post about it. Just put ‘TMI’ in the thread title. 😉 > [@](#): > > Romance could raise its head today, but in a less than positive way! A negative aspect between your ruling planet and the moon means that you’re likely to be less inclined towards cozy chats and more preoccupied with what everyone else thinks! However, some blue agate will soften that blunt exterior a little. Bad News: He sucks at Oral. Good News: He has a bright blue vibrator that will help to make up for it. > [@](#): > > You are likely to have one of those days where you feel unappreciated! The moon moving into your sign is likely to increase these feelings today, so have a couple of good friends on standby for the evening, stock up on your favorite ice-cream and have a good old moan! You’ll feel much better! You go, Tiger! Sounds like you’ll need **934** on speed-dial for later though. > [@](#): > > Emotional matters should settle down today, which means that you’re likely to feel more at ease. The downside is that money issues aren’t looking quite so good, so err on the side of caution when it comes to spending! Avoiding the malls will help you resist temptation. So, you put the room and dinner on his credit card and you have no worries… > [@](#): > > It is likely that you’ll be feeling slightly irritable today, thanks to both the sun, which is in air, and the moon, which moves into earth. It could be that one wrong or harsh word will have you feeling like you’re going to blow, but don’t despair; a grounded friend will be on hand to make you feel much better. Moon in your Earth? This sounds like a job for… lubrication-man! 😉 ---
**Author:** ![Count\_Blucher](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/c5a1d2/32.png) [@Count\_Blucher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Count_Blucher)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 8:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/30 "2006-09-29T20:06:32Z")
(ok, maybe that wasn’t as funny as i thought it would be. Sorry…) ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 8:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/31 "2006-09-29T20:11:39Z")
No, my dear **Count** , it’s _extremely_ funny – I was just off the boards for a while – yanno, _working_, because I’m the boss and all. ---
**Author:** ![Count\_Blucher](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/c5a1d2/32.png) [@Count\_Blucher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Count_Blucher)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2006, 8:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/32 "2006-09-29T20:58:06Z")
[QUOTE=twickster] No, my dear **Count** , it’s _extremely_ funny – I was just off the boards for a while – yanno, _working_, because I’m the boss and all. [/QUOTE] “Its GOOD to be the King.” 😛 . . . . . . . . . “Oh, piss-boy…c’mere.” ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 12:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/33 "2006-10-01T12:58:31Z")
Mid-tryst report – he not only bought me dinner, he didn’t blink when I ordered the \*large[/soda] with dinner. My self-respect is in tatters, but I’m feeling pretty damn cheerful anyway. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 12:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/34 "2006-10-01T12:59:37Z")
Cheerful – but unable to code. Also not giving much of a shit about that. ---
**Author:** ![Shirley\_Ujest](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/45deac/32.png) [@Shirley\_Ujest](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shirley_Ujest)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 1:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/35 "2006-10-01T13:04:22Z")
A mid-booty posting! Now, that is dedication! ---
**Author:** ![Evil\_Captor](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/f17d59/32.png) [@Evil\_Captor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Evil_Captor)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 1:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/36 "2006-10-01T13:30:23Z")
[QUOTE=twickster] No porn involved – an exchange of personal emails, using my personal email account. Yikes, what is _with_ you people? [/QUOTE] I have a simple rule: never ask Dopers for help on a personal matter, all you will get is an unending stream of personal criticism. And it seems like the Dope zeitgeist is moving slowly toward ANY post relating to a personal matter resulting in an unending stream of personal criticism. I expect this post will be criticized. But it is still true. Technical or political stuff remains safe. ---
**Author:** ![Shirley\_Ujest](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/45deac/32.png) [@Shirley\_Ujest](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shirley_Ujest)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 1:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/37 "2006-10-01T13:52:51Z")
[QUOTE=Evil Captor] Technical or political stuff remains safe. [/QUOTE] spoken like a true commie trekkie. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 3:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/38 "2006-10-01T15:50:38Z")
[QUOTE=Shirley Ujest] A mid-booty posting! Now, that is dedication! [/QUOTE] The gentleman in question has heard a bit about the Dope – and he asked that I make sure that y’all knew that he not only let me pick the restaurant, he encouraged me to order whatever I wanted. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![amijane](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/f0a364/32.png) [@amijane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/amijane)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 6:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/39 "2006-10-01T18:09:09Z")
[QUOTE=msmith537] Your lameness is offensive [/QUOTE] Oooh, burn! ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2006, 6:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606/40 "2006-10-01T18:37:40Z")
[QUOTE=twickster] The gentleman in question has heard a bit about the Dope – and he asked that I make sure that y’all knew that he not only let me pick the restaurant, he encouraged me to order whatever I wanted. 😉 [/QUOTE] So, you bringin’ him down here with ya? [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606.md?page=1) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-downside-of-being-the-boss/374606.md?page=3)