Issue 6

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•Issue 6•

05•07•2000

•Chathouse `Zine•

Editors Note: Our thanks go out to everyone who has been writing to us comlimenting our work, they're very appreciated *S*. As well thank you to all of you who contributed to our special edition, Shari and ro$ie deserved so much. Our thoughts and hearts go out to their families and friends. God Bless Michigan Storm™

Don't forget your button *S*.
Michigan Storm™

This page was sent in through our trusty form processor thingy *L*. You know it says QUICK MAIL on it and you'll find it later in this issue... Anyways, the site belongs to a Flipside chatter who goes by the name of Shamrock or Melis. Her site was very full, no bordom at all. I learned a little more about her and her interests as well as other things such as facts about endangered species and she has her own chat room on her site. Her site was well put together and very entertaining. Alot to see and read found at http://shamrock1281.tripod.com. Take a Looksy *S*

Don't forget your button *S*.
Michigan Storm™

Well, well, well, we've come to this *L*.. Just teasing. Maybe some of you have paid Zero Gravity a visit? Seen ~~~~LEFTEYE~~~~ or Shyiee?? Well together they've created a wonderful homepage. Loads of info about them, lots of poetry by both of them, tons of links. Their HP has everything an HP should have, they should be very proud of their work on https://www.angelfire.com/mt/cute1! Take a minute and stop by!!

Do You RP???

Just an addy that kept popping up *S*. Greeeaaat reviews from what I hear!!! If YOU RP, drop by http://www.geocities.com/Xyxhrhynne/CNS.html

~*Thoughts of an Angel*~

Angelface™

~*The Gathering of Angels*~

This past week was very sad for some people in chat who lost dear friends and family in Ro$ie and Shari..and even though at this time it may be hard to even break a slight smile I hope that the people that loved them know that they are not truly gone because they memories and legacies live on..In this world of rush and bustle we often forget that tomorrow is not promised to any of us..we have to live our lives moment to moment and let those around us know just how much they are loved and cherished..as Im sure Shari and Ro$ie both did..I did not have the pleasure of knowing either of these ladies very well but Im sure that they were special and are now in the Chorus of Angels *soft smile** As we each take on the weeks ahead I hope that we remember how precious this gift called life we have and let those around us know how much they are loved..To Fan And Rosie's Daughter my deepest condolences and sympathy *huge hugs**..Be safe everyone and have a Blessed week *S*

OOOOOOOK people. Here is our egg. Our egg is still nameless. Our egg wants a name. We've had another vote for Crackhead™ and someone else thought that due to the colors in the egg (red, white and blue) that it should be called US Egg. Tell us what you all think soon or the Zine will have a mascot called Crackhead™!!!

~*Featured Daemon*~
GiverOfSugar®™

~*Chatting*~

We did not ask what handle she uses to chat, we didn't want to give away her secret identity *S*.
1. If you were to start chatting now and were never a deamon what handle do you think you'd use??I would use the handle Kita.

2. Why??Because that is a nickname that I got from friends of mine back in California, where I am originally from. I have been known as Kita for years now, so it is natural for me to use it!

3. what rooms would you chat in most do ya think?I really like the laid back and friendly atmosphere of the Next Level, where you can go in and just meet cool ppl and be yourself. The rooms that I am most comfortable in now are Joe's and Route66

4. without giving names what do you think of the chatters you've met thus far? I think most of the chatters I have met thus far are really awesome. Theyare really friendly and genuine.

5. How often do you get to come in and chat for leisure? I get to come in and chat a couple of hours a day if it is during the weekdays.

6. do you chat only at work or do you come in from home as well? Yes, normally I chat from work. Sometimes I chat from home on the rare occasion, and thinking about it, I don't know why it has to be so rare...maybe it is the mystical charms of chatting from work that captivate me!

7. if you could change anything about the Chathouse® as a chatter what would it be? Honestly, I would change the format of the forums, how you post messages and what not, and actually that is something that is being worked on as we write...

~*Work*~
1. how long have you worked there? A glorious year and some odd months!

2. Whats your favorite thing about your job? My favorite thing to do is work on the NEWS page!!!!!! And also to create new things (rooms, banners, contest ideas) for the Chathouse. Plus, I really like to hear from chatters (good things usually, I don't like negativity!) and developing a good rapore (spelling?) with them.

3. least favorite? My least favorite thing about my job is dealing with the angry people on the telephone. Really, some of them are downright rude, and unprofessional, and at times it is hard to keep my cool. This really pertains to my other job duties.

4. describe your job duties. My primary job duty is being the billing manager for all of our ISP accounts. My other duties consist of monitoring the fourms, and assisting (removed a name) with any chathouse abuse email, new rooms that need to be created, any maintenance of existing rooms/floors, updating OUR news page (grins), and many other mundane details that are not coming to my mind!

5. do all the daemons get along well? YES WE DO!!!!! why??? Have you heard otherwise? :) Looks at Monster and root suspicsiously.....

6. do you think your boss would look good in pie?? *LOL* I am not going to "officially" answer that question. Any opinion I have on this subject, I have always prided myself that my answers were on the sly! *BAS*

~*Personal*~
1. sign: Scorpio, and proud of it!

2. location: I am originally from California, but presently I reside in Boston, Massachusetts. I am going to be moving back to good old sunny California in a couple of months, back to the surf and the sand!

3. Marital status: Single

4. children: Not that I am aware of!!!

5. Pets: None, but I love cats AND dogs, and I am not sure which animal to get when I am settled.

6. PetPeeves: Well since I take the T (subway) to work every day, I see this A LOT! My biggest petpeeve is seeing women put their makeup on in the subway. And I am not just talking about a touch up job. OH NO! I am talking about the whole kit and kaboodle! I say, if it requires standing in front of the bathroom mirror, then don't bring it on the T!!!!!

7. Hobbies: I like to read and to write poetry. But those are my indoor hobbies! My outdoor hobbies include rollerblading, beach-going activities like kayaking, wave runners, swimmming, and yes, sunning myself! I really enjoy being outdoors, and just being in good company with my friends.

8. A favorite Motto or Quote to live by: No Fear

9. Musical preferences: I like the alternative scene, but I have to tell you that my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE artist is Sarah McLachlan. I have listened to her for years. Alot of other female artists rank up there too, like Melissa Ethridge, Tori Amos, Tara MacLean. But some friends have also been getting me into different groups like Afghan (sp) Wigs, Radiohead, Dido, Vertical Horizons, so I guess it is pretty diversified.

10: anything else?? Just that this was a lot of fun!!!!!! :) Thanks guys!

HEY.. No, thank you!!! But now I'm left wondering how you will continue working for Chathouse® from Cali??? Are you leaving us?
~Michie

Chat Dominatrix

I was asked an Interesting question by a chatter the other day and being unsure how to answer this I figured I would submit it for the readers to write in and answer. It seems a male chatter had gotten a pretty straightforward PM for *cybersex* and the female was not at all subtle, or shy in her way with words. Which left this man saying to me
" I guess woman these days aren't interested in foreplay."
Now I wasn't sure if he was looking for my personal opinion, or an opinion of woman in general, So here is the time to hear from the ladies, or even the unlady like woman!

Question being: Is foreplay important to you?

Caught post: sexually I'm umber liberal, there is not much that offends me or turns me off. Even if I couldn't do some of it I would not tell anyone not to.

How the hell do you become a reg in this place?

Anyone care to answer this one too?

Stolen Forum Post:I think my new thing will be to try to be a real happy guy. I'll just walk around being real happy until some jerk says something stupid to me.

Quote: "Half our life is spent trying to find something to do with the time we have rushed through life trying to save."

Joke of the week: Well submit some and I'll post them

EMAIL
ChatDominatrix@hotmail.com

•Featured Chatters•
Kimber™

Knight of Cups Handles that you chat under: These days, almost exclusively KNIGHT~OF~CUPS How did you decide on the handle (s)?: How many times have we seen the intro?... Breaks out the book of Tarot for literal translation - Knight Of Cups - A young man, often well traveled with a fair complexion, casual in appearance. Meaning: - A faithful lover or good friend, enthusiastic, passionate, and amiable. He brings offers and opportunities. The knight is often poetic and graceful.* In many types of readings, the reader will select one of the cards to represent the querent. This card is usually a card of the court, and is called a Significator. There are various underlying meanings and interpretations of the cards, but in general, the suit of cups represents emotion, love, fantasy, passivity, and relationships. The Knight Of Cups describes me both physically and spiritually with such accuracy that it is uncanny. This is the card that my first reader selected for me...she was from Italy...and was also my lover at the time. But that was about 10 years ago, and I had not thought to dabble with the cards again until a couple of years back. And as I was still in search of the perfect handle at the time...one night this one just hit me like a brick...and have been known as Knight~of~cups ever since. S Location: Live in Las Vegas these days - just moved from Colorado the last week in December.. *Information on chatting.. L* How long have you been chatting and which rooms do you normally chat in, etc.: Picked it up in '97. I was dating a wonderful lady (still a great friend today) that lived about 100 miles away and getting on line was a must. And I soon found myself drawn to Joe's Diner by strange coincidences. But I do venture to other rooms and other chathouses from time to time. Every once in a while you'll find me in The Vampire Garden at Chatalot...it is a place of peace and harmony. Age and Zodiac Sign:** I'm 35 these days. A Gemini if none of you have been able to guess...controlled by logic and driven by passion!!! A total gentleman by all accounts...yet - a total perv in the bedroom, (or hottub/hillside/kitchen counter/internet!LOL etc.) Marital Status: Tough one here... I'm divorced. I was a total mess for two years afterwards. My continued thank you's for all of you who helped me through that heartwrenching experience...and helped me realize who I am.. Kids: sighs The plot thickens...I love my 3 children immensely. I adopted my ex's daughters - but 8 years of fatherhood was nullified in their minds through their mom's words of undermining scorn and deception. I was a bit luckier with my son. I helped bring him into the world, and he'll love me forever. Even still, the girls are becoming aware of these realities, and that I will always be there for them all. Pets: lost them also. Profession: How do I answer this one!!! Been there and done that!!! OK - I work Quality Assurance for a defense contractor in the Nevada desert - enough said there. I had a GREAT career in the USAF, but threw that away a few years shy of retirement to try to save a marriage (Dopey me). I was an Air Traffic Controller...and I still long for the adrenaline rush! I loved that job!!! I also worked on radar systems in the USAF Electronic Combat Ranges, where we trained our aircrews to destroy the bad guy without becoming casualties themselves. Also worked as a Pharmacy Technician during high school where I studied computer programming for 3 years. BUT! - through it all, I've wished to be a writer. I'm working on my second novel because I never finished the first one I started and shelved 20 years ago. Yep - I was still in high school, and had other things to do... Some of you have seen my poetry in Joe's. Hobbies and Interests: Golf, Racquetball, Writing and searching for that special lady... Music Preferences: WAAYYYYYY versatile!! But mostly rock or Celtic. *Pet Peeves L:* S..I speak my mind, but do not let the little things bother me anymore...so none to report. A favorite Motto or Quote to live by: you may often see me depart the chathouse with one of my quotes from 3 years ago..."The good that we do for others will pay us back; not just in the long run, or as any end of life reward, but merely of it's own merit to produce something good where unhappiness or misfortune may have otherwise prevailed." ~~PATHOS~~ (aka ~PW~THE POET~~...& ~KNIGHT~OF~CUPS~) kinda like Karma ay? *Anything else that you'd like people to know about you? S:* LOL...well, you know I can't pass up this opportunity!...Still looking for that wonderful lady who is intelligent but not snotty, compassionate but not gullible, full of life, but not out of control, professional but lets her hair down, attractive and fit but not vain, monogamous nymphomaniac! HEY!..L&S...those of you who know me will agree that I'll return those similar qualities. S Changes or improvements that you'd like to see at the Chathouse™: More time in the day to visit my friends there!	Renee Handles that you chat under: Renee Hot Tub's Dink Slayer How did you decide on the handle (s)?: got Renee as its my middle name and dink slayer from having authority to kick dinks out of the tub! Location: Southern California *Information on chatting; L* How long have you been chatting and which rooms do you normally chat in, etc.: been chatting for 8mons mainly the Hot Tub but sometimes in the Ladies Room Age and Zodiac Sign: L Ladies.. you don't have to be real specific here.. L: 20 yrs old and am an Aries Marital Status: engaged to BOO!! Kids: None Pets: None Profession: If in school.. Profession that you plan to go into: going through schooling to become an RN in pediatrics Hobbies and Interests: swimming, working on my artwork and my singing, chatting in the chathouse, movies, clubs and music Music Preferences: R&B, Hip Hop, Rock Pet Peeves L: Naive People, Selfish People A favorite Motto or Quote to live by: Never say Never Anything else that you'd like people to know about you? S:** S* I'm a very caring person just don't get on my bad side Changes or improvements that you'd like to see at the Chathouse™: People more willing to lead a helping hand to those in need of information We've had a GREAT ITERVIEWS so Far.. S What can you do to top em? G Just be myself L
	SoulKiss Handles that you chat under: SoulKiss A.K.A Little Miss Innocent How did you decide on the handle (s)?: SoulKiss is a good one giggle and I am Deep just like the name Location: Minnesota (Boring trees, old people, trees, flannel, trees...there's your tour now go home L) *Information on chatting; L* How long have you been chatting and which rooms do you normally chat in, etc.: I have been chatting for almost 2 years, started out in Zero Gravity on second floor now I chat in Hot Tub on the first floor. Age and Zodiac Sign; L Ladies.. you don't have to be real specific here.. L:** I am the youngin at 21 I am a leo that means give me attention…me me me LOL J/K Marital Status: Divorced UGH Kids: Have 2…….. a son 3 years old and a daughter 1 year old Pets: a pain in the butt hairball cat named patches L Saved her from certain death got her from the pound! Profession, If in school, Profession that you plan to go into: plan to go into..: in college for medical assistant raising one evil eyebrow Can I practice taking blood on you?? L Hobbies and Interests: I am a poetry writer on the verge of publishing my first book, I chat all the time in Hot Tub I am an addict! Music Preferences: Any I like it all Pet Peeves: people who chew with there mouth open, or breath really loud A favorite Motto or Quote to live by: I'm Me, and Me is good! *Anything else that you'd like people to know about you? S:* I dunno! I am nice kinda L Changes or improvements that you'd like to see at the Chathouse™: no more half pages!! UGH and maybe music L
Wobbly Head Bob Handles that you chat under: Wobbly_Head_Bob, Cruton Factor, (very old)weasel_187 How did you decide on the handle (s)?: WHB came from a comic book it was original and funny so I stole it! Cruton Factor, that's a long story of a friend and I having a very drunken debate. Weasel_187, its my e-mail so it was an automatic winner. Location: I chat from "work" hehe, in Washington DC, I live in Northern VA. *Information on chatting; L* How long have you been chatting and which rooms do you normally chat in, etc.: I've been chatting for more than two years (time is a blur now!) Weasel_187 frequented the Lily Pad, my other faces are usually in Joes, or the Fish Tank. Age and Zodiac Sign: I'm the big 2-0, my sign is Virgo. Marital Status: I don't know what Martital Status is, but I'm not married or anything. Kids: None, although, I think I'll have some rug-rats sooner or later. I need revenge from my own childhood! Pets: Just one, a German Shepherd mutt affectionately known as LB (Little Bastard). Profession: I'm a telecommunications gimp (technician) for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in DC. Hobbies and Interests:** I write poetry, play guitar, read books, and play roller hockey...and in my spare time L I party down. Music Preferences: Classical, Classic Rock, Alternative Rock. *Pet Peeves L:* I used to work a register in a small town pharmacy, I hated people who'd give you change for a purchase and leave it on the counter for me to scoop it...I mean, would it be that hard to put the money in my hands?! A favorite Motto or Quote to live by: Beer, breakfast of champions: The things that make life easier, often make life harder and soon non-existent. *Anything else that you'd like people to know about you? S:* Uh...I think everyone pretty much knows me, I don't hide behind my handle really, I let myself shinethrough it...I'm honest, I try to be funny, and I don't like taking crap from silly youngins who burst into chatrooms looking for trouble. Shows his muscles Changes or improvements that you'd like to see at the Chathouse™: I actually like it the way it is...I wish the text would pop up on the screen rather than refreshing but I'm used to it by now.	Lady Perk™ Handles that you chat under: ~Lady Perk™~ How did you decide on the handle (s)?: Perk is a nickname from childhood..Ummm don't askL Location: Virginia *Information on chatting; L* How long have you been chatting and which rooms do you normally chat in, etc.: Almost 3 years..And always Joe's Diner Age and Zodiac Sign.. L Ladies.. you don't have to be real specific here.. L: 44 And loving itBAS And I'am a Sagittarius L Martital Status: Seperated Kids: 3..A daughter and 2 sonsVVVVVVBS Pets:** None...Ohhhhhhh excuse me I forgot Vulcan Classic ES Profession; If in school.. Profession that you plan to go into: Little late on that oneS Hobbies and Interests: Long walks, collecting angels, My grandchildren BS Music Preferences: Most all kinds ..But I prefer Country. *Pet Peeves L:* RACISIM!!!!!!!!! And Vulcan leaving the toilet seat up.. Geeez that water's cold LOL A favorite Motto or Quote to live by: Live each day to the fullest.. We may not have a tomorrow. *Anything else that you'd like people to know about you? S:* Any one can ask what they would like to know. Changes or improvements that you'd like to see at the Chathouse™: Less fighting and arguing.. Let's get back to having fun!!
	The reasons behind the madness:Originally we'd planned on featuring only two chatters a week, but we've gotten such a large responce we've decided to throw in a few extra for a few weeks. Once we're comfortable with the amount coming in and no longer overwhelmed L the zine shall return to only two per weekly issue.

What's Your Opinion?
by LadyGreenEyes™

Recent events in one of the chatrooms in Chathouse have sparked a debate on the use of the Forum in each of the rooms. Since the Forum was added some months ago, it's been both a godsend and a curse to some of the chatrooms in the Chathouse. So we're wondering, how do you think the Forum should be used?

Do you read all of the posts or skim them and only read the ones that come from your friends? Should the Forum be used just as a place to converse briefly with friends, post poetry or other upbeat types of posts?

Should the Forum be used to air personal problems in your life with your friends and ultimately, the public at large? Do you care if everyone reads the post? Just how much information about someone's personal life is "TMI" (too much info) in a Forum post? How do you feel when you read personal info about someone else?

Should the Forum be used as a place where it's acceptable to post attacks on a person's character or arguments between chatters? Has the Forum been the cause of trouble for you, personally, or someone you consider to be a friend? Have you posted something in there about someone else, by name or not, so that other people could read all about it? Does "Freedom of Speech" mean that it's okay to post anything you want, even if someone else's privacy is infringed?

These are just a few questions to get you thinking, but feel free to ignore them and just write straight from the heart. We reserve the right to edit all responses in the interest of saving space. If you wish your response to remain anonymous, just write "anonymous" at the end of your submission, and we will respect that request.

Send all responses to Forum Poll by May 30,2000. Results will be posted in a future issue of the Chathouse 'Zine.

My thoughts on "petty fights in the chatrooms"
For the last little while ...going into chat or the forum is difficult to read...there are many in there arguing and fighting ...for what???? Chathouse always has been to me a place to have fun to kick back and laugh at the input of all the chatters..
Recently i have lost a dear and close friend to me that i have meet from chathouse and became close to her IRL too. I have to tell you all the pain of losing a friend is EXTREME. So what im trying to say is ,,,Is it really worth the arguing? And then to post a goodbye in forum because you feel you should leave? Please...this is no joke...next time you think of posting a goodbye to someone ...be really sure what you are saying because although you may be angry or hurt at the time you never know when the GOODBYE will be final and ya may just not get a second chance...please think about these words next time before you hit submit.
Just a thought....all i can say is i would give anything to talk to my friend one more time .
thanks, *hugs and love* FantasyGirl™

Poetry Corner

Last night my love while you were sleeping
I lovingly watched as your body moved with sleep
your breathing was even and calm
your eyes fluttered as you continued to dream
Softly I kissed your sweet lips and listened for your heart
Knowing that you would reach out for me
you pulled me close and whispered in your sleep
"baby I love you"

Even in sleep you showed me how much you cared
and held me close to you as you slept
your touch was firm, yet tender
you never let go

I loved that feeling of comfort that you shared
even in your sleep

Although I tried to move a little
You snuggled closer still
wrapping your arms around me
That night I cried myself to sleep

You never knew how much you gave me
in just one night of your loving touch

When you awoke you were still holding me close
you kissed me tenderly.
those moments are always in my heart
Never to be forgotten

That one night became many
we shared so much in that short time
but I always knew that love we shared
would always be there with us in our dreams

Please, if you'd like, take an icon and place it upon your homepage in Sharis memory.

In response to whats with coke anyways by B®e® id like to say CAUSE I LIKE IT OKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!!hahahahahaaha soooooooooooooo........

thank you, §enileFanta§y™

If you'd like, please feel free to take an icon for your homepage in ro$ies honor.

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