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So my sister's "new" boyfriend is into Ghostbusters. As far as I'm concerned, those were a series of "meh" movies. I understand the "cult classic" thing, but this? I wasn't aware a "Ghostbusters club" was "a thing" at all.
His car's covered in Ghostbusters stickers, he owns a set of overalls like they do in the movies, and a backpack with flashing lights and the whole kit. He's driven from Canada to the States to get that backpack a few months ago, and then again last weekend apparently to get "a better one". Never mind the backpack, the expenses for the trip itself have got to have cost him a few hundred bucks (gas, meals, motel, money exchange, etc). His car's falling apart, so he's taken my sister's car for the trip. He's got a close to minimum wage dead-end job, no money, no ambition that I've ever heard him speak of. Every time he opens his mouth it's to say something about the comic book movie du jour. Not a great conversation piece for myself, and much less my folks.
This is a 50+ year old grown up man with his own grown-up kids...I was going to try to explain the cosplay culture to my dad, but I decided to let him fend for himself.
Where was I heading with this? Not sure. Why Ghostbusters? I don't see the appeal. As per my subject line...don't question hobbies, I guess...
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Could have been worse, I guess.
The "Debbie does ..." movie became a series, I understand ... 
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Just as well my sister's not named Debbie...
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HEY! Leave Debbie out of this! 
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The soundtrack wasn't that bad 
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"Who you gonna call? Goat Butters!"
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Wow, thanks, I guess. Because I learned something today. 
Didn't even know that "being into Ghostbusters" was a thing. My God, there are some weird people around.
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Count your blessings there's no-one in your family who's into it.
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I guess when you are near broke, instead of using that money to make more money,train up or save up, any spare money becomes a means for trying to remove your unhappiness at how poor you are.
“That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence.”
― Christopher Hitchens
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Yeah...problem is, he's dragging my sister into it. She is old enough to make her own decisions...but I have at times questioned her decision-making process. After all, she is dating the guy (and thinks everything's peachy).
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dandy72 wrote: After all, she is dating the guy (and thinks everything's peachy).
Gee, I'm really sorry about that man. 
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Are you...
"sorry about that man"
...or:
"sorry about that, man"
This is one of those times a comma makes all the difference in the world. 
I take it the frown means the latter...
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Yeah, I meant the latter. 
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That sounds tough, I hope things improve.
“That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence.”
― Christopher Hitchens
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It probably could've been anything.
It's not so much about Ghostbusters as it is about having something to keep you busy.
It's pretty cool to know and collect everything about whatever.
Maybe it's Ghostbusters because he saw it at the movies when he was a kid and back then it truly blew his mind.
If he had seen Star Wars that day he would've been into Star Wars.
I get it though, it's the fun of collecting and the joy when you find a new rare item that you can add to your collection.
People do it with Star Wars, LOTR, Harry Potter, so why not Ghostbusters?
An ex-coworker collected crane models, I collect music and film (although I collect a lot less than I used to).
Being a deadbeat probably has nothing to do with it.
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Which culture used no personal names?
Dunno, ask the brother.
In the twin paradox does the returning twin also come back permanently length contracted flatter than the twin on Earth?
No, but his grammar does get scrambled by his exposure to cosmic radiation.
Is it unusual that English uses possessive for past tense?
No, but it is usual for people who ask such specific questions about a language to be able to speak the language in question.
Are dead worlds a good galactic barrier?
Against what? What have you tried? Show us your code! We are not here to do your homework!
How does Data know about his off switch?
Someone told him and he retained the information.
Does code obfuscation give any measurable security benefit?
It might provide job security for the charlatan that wrote it.
Is the tap water in France safe to drink?
It rather depends on the quantities involved and what you mix with it.
Is it really better for the environment if I take the stairs as opposed to a lift?
Well, it's certainly better for you, you lazy so-and-so, stop looking for excuses!
Should I avoid "big words" when writing to a younger audience?
Only if you wish to patronise the subannuated little elephanters.
How are Aircraft Noses Designed?
In a similar way to the rest of the aircraft.
Can we not simply connect a battery to a RAM to prevent data loss during power cuts?
You sure know how to upset a sheep!
What happens when the Immolation spell is cast on a creature immune to fire damage?
It burns but it doesn't get hurt, I'd have thought. But what would I know from my boring life on Planet Earth?
How many wires can safely be secured in a Marrette 33 wire nut?
If you don't know that, you shouldn't be allowed anywhere near a Marrette 33 wire nut!
Could an American state survive nuclear war?
Alaska, maybe. Rhode Island, probably not. But it really does rather depend on the number and power of the nukes involved, where they're targeted and prevailing weather conditions amongst other things. Do try to be more specific with your hypothetical clap-trap!
Why is technology bad for children?
Because it exposes them to questions like these!
Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect. - Mark Twain
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Quote: How does Data know about his off switch?
Someone told him and he retained the information.
RTFM
I have lived with several Zen masters - all of them were cats.
His last invention was an evil Lasagna. It didn't kill anyone, and it actually tasted pretty good.
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umm, if you TAKE the stairs how are people supposed to escape when fire breaks out?
BTW: so yes, taking the stairs better for the environment - less people doing damage to it.
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On that note, imagine people taking the motorways and bridges. That would have a larger impact, methinks.
Dude: I'm taking the M1 and may be the anzac bridge on the way to the CBD.
Me: Noooooo.
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lopatir wrote: mm, if you TAKE the stairs how are people supposed to escape when fire breaks out?
gravity
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The guy who invented throat lozenges died last week. There was no coffin at the funeral.
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Never throw anything away, Griff
Bad command or file name. Bad, bad command! Sit! Stay! Staaaay...
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I was there. I could feel a lump in my throat.
"It is easy to decipher extraterrestrial signals after deciphering Javascript and VB6 themselves.", ISanti[ ^]
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Maybe you were a little hoarse?[^]
Anything that is unrelated to elephants is irrelephant
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The problem with quotes on the internet is that you can never tell if they're genuine
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Never argue with a fool. Onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.
Mark Twain
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