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•Issue 3•

04•16•00
•Chathouse `Zine•

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Editors Note: Very few of you might understand the reasons behind the graphics and things in this issue, most will not and to be honest that's not of any importance. Most of the soda stuff was sent to me via email this week by a few different chatters who for the most part asked to remain unmentioned. Due to an obvious theme to this weeks issue of the `zine we'll just consider ourselves sponsoring soda *too bad they don't pay me for all this advertising *L**. As you make your way through the zine you'll see that we've tried to stick to the Soda Wars theme as much as possible.
Also I'd like to take this oportunity to thank all those from the chathouse who have offered to help *VBAS*. THANK YOU!!!! Michigan Storm™


Don't forget to take your graphic *S*.
Michigan Storm™

Somewhere inside Chathouse®™ you might come across a chatter with the handle JBH350-TA {M}, I met him on the Second Floor. Took what seemed like forever to convince him the Zine actually existed *L*, but finally when he was a believer he gave me his webpage addy and I visited. His site isn't just a homepage, it's a resource center!! His site is loaded with cool animated graphics free for use on home pages!! I'm going back to look for a few things I've been trying to find on line and who knows maybe you too can find what you need at www.jbh350-ta.homepage.com!!

Would you like to recommend a site?
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PoEtrY COrnEr

I am a freak
this is no lie
and I'll drink COKE
til the day I die

they say that PEPSI
Is the drink of today
But ill take COKE
ANYDAY

To share a coke , a smile and a grin
to love no matter who
or where you have been
to show the world is not large but quite small
and no matter the problems

we could conquer them all
so everyone
wherever you are
lets join hands
and look at the stars
with a coke in our hands
and a chorous of song
Cause a world with a coke
can't possibly go wrong

thats my ODE to COKE! thankyou ! hahaha

By §enileFanta§y™

News From The Second Floor
(News Sent in by) Xpress-YouRsElf
well i am coming to you with news from the second floor yep yep there has been some exciting news stuff happening in the room zero gravity
A regular chatter of the Loft and Zero gravity SKYY has decided to leave the chathouse, and she post in the zg forum saying her byes and all that but she dont say why she is leaving...
Couples
Chazz & sheba who met, moved together and wed!!
LEFT EYE & discofish ..WHO are now ENGAGED!!!! *BAS* (Congradulatory Hugs from Michigan Storm™=)
Mustang's Eve & EVE's Mustang, a couple who met in Mardi Gras have recently met off line.
Shyiee & Ice AND Angel & Mackarel
(BUT it doesn't always work out) There was a couple in Zero Gravity that had met off line *s* PSYCHO and KITEEN/DD they had been a couple first then they met and once they spent a couple of weeks together in person they broke up.
News From The Next Level
Kimber™
Gylar and Kathy from Joe's got ENGAGED!!!! (Congradulatory Hugs from Michigan Storm™ for yous toooo=)
News From The Flip Side
StarGirlLaura
gish from the flipside's band is making it big... they just had a webcast AND have you seen the ant farm oz? it was mentioned in the CH news, my good friend jamie(KoRn Queen) made it *G* it's a cool concept
Do you have news from your room or floor??? Send it in to ch_zine@hotmail.com and be sure to include the handle you'd like in the byline *S*. Nothing deemed too personal or purposely meant to offend someone will be posted.
image is nothing thirst is everything obey your thirst
GiverOfSugar®™
Over the past few weeks I found myself going over the floorplan and checking the Who's On Pages at the Chathouse®™ and reading handles. Might sound unusual to you, or maybe not. One of the biggest things you face when chosing your handle is it's originality. You don't want a handle twenty other chatters have, you want one that is only yours. You want a handle that is based upon only you, something to express yourself, or in my case that would be handleS *L*. Some handles impressed me, others I just didn't understand, funny, some I couldn't even read due to alt codes and / or spelling. Well, I chose a handful that I thought were quite original, and not because of the use of alt codes. I commend these chatters for their originality!!! *BAS*
Death of Dream
The Chosen one
Do®isTheFlo®ist™
Toilet Mop/F
ch@t in l@tex
Lady Hawke
~frisky~ferret~
p¤pwilléåtmé
FLICK ME BEAN
G-string
discofish
NuckingFuts
ChunkyBits
IM GUMBY DAMNIT
yRuSoRetarded?
Gone Clubbing?
Shadowchaser
Shatterstar®
MistressofTears
Are You An Un?

Are you interested in being featured eventually? It's simple and painless *L* Kimber™ sends out interviews or meets you in a chatroom and does it right there in your PM!!! *SHREEEK* *SMACK* THE INTERVIEW SILLY!!! *LMAO* ermm yeah, so anyway, then she get's it in form and sends it on to be in the zine!!! We can't really promise you a certain date for your feature, because she does so many we chose which one when it's time to put the zine together. If You're interested email Kimber™ at kimatchzine@yahoo.com.
FEaTurEd
ChATterS
Kimber™
Rickster
Handles that you chat under: I am the Rickster

How did you decide on the handle (s)?: born with it *g*

Location: St.Louis, MO

Information on chatting.. *L* How long have you been chatting and which rooms do you normally chat in, etc.: been chatting in the Hot Tub alil over four years

Age and Zodiac Sign.. *L* Ladies.. You don't have to be real specific here.. *L*: I'm 27~ a Leo

Martital Status: Single

Kids: a 3 yr old daughter

Pets: a cat named gizmo

Profession…. If in school.. Profession that you plan to go into: Resturant Mng..... Maybe I'll be a online male stripper someday *g*

Hobbies and Interests: like to do art with my puter

Music Preferences: hard and heavy

Pet Peeves *L*: w omen with hairy arm pitts *eeeeeeewwww*

A favorite Motto or Quote to live by: grin and bare it!!! *L*

Anything else that you'd like people to know about you? *S*: I create handles for chatters in the chathouse

Changes or improvements that you'd like to see at the Chathouse™: fix them banner ads so they don't cause half pages

We've had GREAT INTERVIEWS so far.. *S* What can you do to top em? *G* ......tell ya all the dirty gossip.
Insatiable Brunette
Handles: Insatiable Brunette or PiceSeas Girl

How did you come up with the handle? I decided to use the "Insatiable Brunette" handle after some teasing from a friend that it would suit me. Formally I was known as Insatiable Blonde, but alas due to the fact that I have once again gone back to my natural hair color, I figured it was time to update my handle to reflect my change in hair color. *G* I use these handles due to the fact that they are a little bit different, after all it is a way for me to express my creativity, and not blend into the crowd. *G* Why am I so Insatiable?? I get asked this one a lot when I chat online... But sorry guys, the answer is that there is a great man in my life, Scott (aka Big Stick), that I just can't get enough of!

Location: Edmonton, AB Canada

Chatting: I have been chatting in the ChatHouse since 1995, The first room I hung out in was the Hot Tub on the 1st Floor. (Back then I was known as ~Betty Boop~ or Insatiable Blonde. Later I became a Tavern (1st Floor) regular when my friend Travistee introduced me to the room. Eventually this room died and I became a regular of the LipStick Beauty Salon (Downstairs). At the time I found a lot of other local regulars who chatted there and I made some good friends there. I can remember waiting 30 mins or more just to get into the room some nights. This room eventually died, partly due to all the bickering that started going on in there. Since that time I don't chat as much as I use to but I do scan by the Downstairs and 1st Floor quite regularly and I stop in rooms that might look interesting to me that night :0)

Age and Sign: I am 28 and my zodiac sign Pisces

Marital Status: Single, Never Married, but currently involved with a great guy (Big Stick) so I'm off the market :0)

Kids: No kids.. but one day I wouldn't mind one or 2 with the right guy. I want to be married first though *G*

Pets: I have a 6 year old calico cat (Savanna), I have pics of her on my home page. She lives with me in my apartment in Alberta. I also have a 3 year old Black & Silver Miniature Schnauzer who now lives with my parents in B.C.

Profession: I am currently finishing up my exams for my MCSE and CNE. (Computer Networking). I also have my A+ certificate (Hardware Technician)

Hobbies and Interests: I love to spend time working on my Home Page (www.angelfire.com/ca/BettyBoop/), checking out and adding to my Message Board (http://pub5.ezboard.com/blifeloveandrants). I enjoy spending time with my friends and B/F as much as I can. I love to play volleyball, or go out and shoot some pool. From time to time I love to go out and hit the dance floor *G*

Music Preferences: I really do like a bit of everything, Enigma, Depeche Mode, AC/DC, Country, Classical (Cannon is my favorite), Aerosmith, Pam Tillis, Suzy Boggus, Dixie Chicks, Alanis Morrisette, Ozzy Ozborne, Travis Tritt, Dance Music, Nazareth... like I say... a bit of everything :0)

Pet Peeves: Drunk Drivers, Waiting For People Who Are Late, Abusive Men, Having to clean the cat's litter, Dishes,People who cheat in their relationships, Being Lied To and Being lectured.

Motto or quote to live by: "What Ever Doesn't Break You Makes You Stronger."

Anything else that you'd like people to know about you? Well if they want to learn more they can stop by and check out my home page... that was why I put all the work into it *G* https://www.angelfire.com/ca/BettyBoop/

Changes or improvements that you'd like to see at the ChatHouse™: I would like to see them remove the spam from the forums.

~*Thoughts Of An Angel*~
Angelface™

~*Realizing your own inner strength*~

It seems to me that at times we humans tend to underestimate ourselves both physically and emotionally, but the strength I am talking about here is emotional...It took a very hard heartbreak for me to truly understand and see my own strength I had no one but myself to rely on for that much needed confidence we all sometimes can't find..I dug deep within myself and found the "me" I thought I had lost....with a little soul searching and some prayer it came to me...my point this week is this: Don't ever underestimate yourself, when times get tough and you think things can't get better they will, look inside because in the end only one person can make you happy and that is you *S*...think about it ok? Anyways I leave ya with a :) Have a great week everyone!


GenErAtiOn NeXT
Michigan Storm™

I know, above I have it written, Pepsi's slogan is Generation Next. But do any of you recall the cola wars from the last generation? You know, Pepsi used to sponsor a taste test where you had a small cup of Coke and one of Pepsi, you sipped them both said which you prefered and they removed a small cardboard sheild to reveal the cans so you'd know which soda you'd chosen. When I was a little girl they had this taste test set up at the old main street fair we used to have and I got to take it!!! My brother and I both took it and both chose the same soda, the real thing, COKE!!! Now there are many different soft drinks out there on the market that are giving Coke and Pepsi competion. 7up® has quite a few different sodas out there and of course Coke and Pepsi have both extended their lines of sodas.If you know which big name company makes your favorite soda *you can find out by reading the bottle top or side of the bottle*, whether it be 7up, Coke or Pepsi you can cast your vote here at ch_zine@hotmail.com and type vote in the subject line *S*. Totals will be in next weeks issue.
And The Survey Said...
JudgeDriveway™
Last week I asked for opinions on the issue of where the line should be drawn in a public chat room (one you do NOT have to be registered to enter) between public chat and chat meant for PM's. We didn't get as many replies as We'd have expected, but the ones we did get were appreciated. They were honest and good points were addressed, the replies were very fruitful. The opinions varied and are all shared here...
Anything else having to do with this topic (the original article or the replies) can be sent in to ch_zine@hotmail.com and will be posted at a later date *S*.

I think that chat rooms for all ages should be kept free of all talk of adult material.. that means anything that has to do with sex or naked twister.. or anything that you would not let your kids be a round.. there is a place and a time for everything.. I have kids.. don't want my kids talking to other adults about anything of the sort.. if you want to talk about things other than G material... should not be in this room... there are many other rooms. -- Shetiger

I have been involved in these fun *but innocent* games. I frequent the Cloud 10 Floor and anyone who has ever been there knows that Cyber is the biggest issue.
I think that if people don't want to see what is going on, they should move to another room. Or put them on ignore. Very simple. *Our ignore buttons stick*
For those willing to participate in Twister, Wet T-shirt contests, etc... they usually keep it clean. Just a little ripping of the shirt or tossing of the hair. In all honesty you cannot get aroused by our fun. (If you do, you can consider yourself desperate, need to be evaluated, and possibly start therapy). *LMAO*
For those entering the chathouse, that are of *tender ages*. Need to understand or at least read the rules before entering. Cyber, cursing, and sexual innuendoes do occur. Parents should view with the children. If the child is *sneaking onto the computer* then I don't know what to say to the parents.
But? Where to draw the line between public and private? In my opinion, when someone says, "I expose my br*ast for you to s*ck." Then it should move to pm. I tried not to get to graphic with my description. Believe me it can get worse!!!! Things along graphic visuals of the sexual anatomy. What the person would like to do with those particular parts. THAT should be private. You may be wondering how I know the details of private messages. Ha! Before the Cloud 10 was updated it had about 20 rooms, that anybody and everybody could enter. People in these rooms would say some pretty hard core stuff.
Publically: I think as long as people are *L* then things are cool. A little sitting on ppl's laps, massages, or rubbing fingers through hair are appropriate. *Innocent fantasies*
In conclusion: I must say that public cybering is fun and games and usually doesn't present a problem to those not involved. So why is everyone b*tchin?--~blue eyes~ Cloud 10

I'd like to reply to this quickly... while I'm already here *L*. At the end of your reply you say that "public cybering doesn't usually cause a problem, why is everyone B*tchin?" But you've answered that question already, the same way I would have. *quoting you* " when someone says, "I expose my br*ast for you to s*ck." Then it should move to pm. I tried not to get to graphic with my description. Believe me it can get worse!!!! Things along graphic visuals of the sexual anatomy. What the person would like to do with those particular parts. THAT should be private. "
That is the very point we've been trying to make, and because it isn't taken to PM when it reaches this point, that is why we are b*tchin'. *S*--My reply was not meant to begin an arguement or to be offensive, it was meant only as a reply *S* My thoughts-- JudgeD~

I think that as soon as it goes past inuendo it should be moved to PM. Not everyone catches inuendo, who don't catch vividness?? -- Anonymous

I don't feel that anything should HAVE to go PM!!! If people can chat and make inuendo for ANYONE to read why can't we screw in public?? They're still just reading!! -- Anonymous

I feel that if we are all old enough to use a computer and come online and chat then we should all be mature enough to be able to differentiate between what's fit for public viewing and what isn't. If there are chatters in the room who show their immaturity by not being able to tell when they've crossed that imaginary line and having some kind of cyber sex in public then the rest of us should be able to address them nicely and ask them to move it to PM.-- Anonymous

And that's it, all I've recieved at this point. As I said previously, any more replies or opinions on the topic will be posted at a later date. *S* Thank you and please remember I didn't address this topic to make anyone angry or start an arguement, as it actually had already done before it was approached in the zine... I did so here in hopes of saving arguements or confrontations in the Chathouse®™. This issue may seems small, but actually it is one of many that chatters face each time they log on and sign in. --JudgeD~

Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Submitted by LadyGreenEyes™

I recieved this in my email today...
The Candle

A handsome, middle-aged man walked quietly into the cafe and sat down. Before he ordered, he couldn't help but notice a group of younger men at the table next to him. It was obvious they were making fun of something about him, and it wasn't until he remembered he was wearing a small pink ribbon on the lapel of his suit that he became aware of what the joke was all about.
The man brushed off the reaction as ignorance, but the smirks began to get to him. He looked one of the rude men square in the eye, placed his hand beneath the ribbon and asked, quizzically, "This?". With that the men all began to laugh out loud. The man he addressed said, as he fought back laughter, "Hey, sorry man, but we were just commenting on how retty your little ribbon looks against your blue jacket!"
The middle aged man calmly motioned for the joker to come over to his table, and invited him to sit down. As uncomfortable as he was, the guy obliged, not really sure why. In a soft voice, the middle aged man said, "I wear this ribbon to bring awareness about breast cancer. I wear it in my mother's honor."
"Oh, sorry dude. She died of breast cancer?"
"No, she didn't. She's alive and well. But her breasts nourished me as an infant, and were a soft resting place for my head when I was scared or lonely as a little boy.I'm very grateful for my mother's breasts, and her health."
"Umm", the stranger replied,"yeah".
"And I wear this ribbon to honor my wife", the middle aged man went on.
"And she's okay, too?", the other guy asked.
"Oh, yes. She's fine. Her breasts have nurtured and nourished our beautiful daughter 23 years ago. I am grateful for my wife's breasts, and for her health."
"Uh huh. And I guess you wear it to honor your daughter, also?"
"No. It's too late to honor my daughter by wearing it now. My daughter died of breast cancer one month ago. She thought she was too young to have breast cancer, so when she accidentally noticed a small lump, she ignored it. She thought that since it wasn't painful, it must not be anything to worry about."
Shaken and ashamed, the now sober stranger said, "Oh, man, I'm so sorry mister".
"So, in my daughter's memory, too, I proudly wear this little ribbon, which allows me the opportunity to enlighten others. Now, go home and talk to your wife and your daughters, your mother and your friends. And here . .." The middle-aged man reached in his pocket and handed the other man a little pink ribbon.
The guy looked at it, slowly raised his head and asked, "Can ya help me put it on?"
This is breast cancer awareness month. Do regular breast self-exams and have annual mammograms if you are a woman over the age of 40. And encourage those women you love to do the same.
Please send this on to anyone you would like to remind of the importance of breast cancer awareness.
A CANDLE LOSES NOTHING BY LIGHTING ANOTHER CANDLE.

Please take a ribbon... Use it on your HP or in your emails. -Michie

Chat Etiquette
-Fallon
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There are certain rules all regs (regulars) have to abide by, if they want to have a friendly, well run room. But what about the new chatters or as most people call them, the newbies. They are not familiar with the basic rules. Therefore, they are most likely not going to be chatted with by the regulars. I find that there are two kinds of newbies. The 'bad' newbies that come in only to have cyber sex and fill your PM's (private messages) with a lot of nonsense. And the 'good' newbies that come in to chat and try to become a reg to the room. Well the cyber sex newbies pretty much give all newbies a bad name. No one wants to chat with the dreaded newbies because of this. Most people think newbies are only good for two reasons. Reason 1: They keep the other dreaded 'chat villains' away. The none's. Everyone hates the none's. (With the exception of those few, that make jokes out of them)
Reason 2: The newbies can keep you entertained for the moment. A lot of people think it's funny to pick on the newbies, or tease the newbies, by lying to them or making them believe things that aren't true, just for an extra laugh.
But a lot of people fail to realize that newbies have feelings too! Every regular was a newbie to his or her room at one point. So if you're a newbie, that wants a fair chance at becoming a reg...Then it's my suggestion to follow these tips.
#1: : Never PM (private message) people without permission first. This is a very helpful tip. A lot of people get so annoyed when newbies PM them. Most likely they're not going to talk to you if you fill their PM with a bunch of messages. So it's best to keep everything public.
#2: : Never offend or argue with the regulars. Just don't! No matter what the 'argument is, no matter who's right', you mess with one reg, and the whole room will not like you, for the simple fact that they stick up for their friends. It's all right to have a friendly debate on a subject you disagree with, just don't take it to far, by calling them names, or what not.
#3: : Be creative and funny with what you type. No one wants to chat with a newbie that only types in the same question of "anyone care to chat? Where are you from, what are your stats?" Most likely you're not going to get any ones attention with those messages. So try to say something that people will respond to, then once you get their attention you can ask them where they're from and so on.
#4: Never 'stalk' the chatters. Just because someone chatted with you one day, doesn't mean you can come in every time acting as though they are your best friend, by expecting them to always chat with you.
There's some tips for you newbies. But keep in mind, not everyone and not every room are the same. Maybe these tips only apply to certain rooms and certain people. But from my experiences, they will help you on the right road to become a regular.

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