Does anyone have a cave for rent? Cheap?

[CreamyLady]

I'll admit it; I am a hermit. I like my silence, and my solitude. I sit in my little corner at my computer, weaving stories, or sketching the cat, or dreaming dreams. I commune with the Select on the net. I am happy with the silence.

Then the phone rings, and it is my daughter, "just checking in," like she doesn't live with me. Or my sister, "just checking in" and giving me a list of errands to run. We have a close family. TOO close.

Or a telephone salesperson, who can't understand why I say "No, thank you" in response to a generous offer to send me and mine on a cruise -- if I just buy this nifty camera.

When I get that all settled, I hear a horrible noise. My landlord's truck -- the one that needs the valve job. He is semi retired and spends his spare time here; he has loaded up the garage with his things, and putters for hours, clanging and clashing and asking stupid questions.

I'm sorry. This is a pointless rant. I just wonder that these people can't go one flipping day without talking to me!!!

 

[Bonnie Wee Lassie]

I have a room you can rent. Cheap, has a nice cosy corner, and I won't let anyone bother you. LOL I know how you feel when you just want a day to be by yourself that is the day everyone and there brother decides they just have to call or come over. Tell everyone your going away for the day and then unhook the phone and hide. Works for me.

 

[Rand al'Thor]

I have a cave-like storm-cellar you can use. Of course I live in Texas and its roughly 104 degrees outside right now, so it may not be a good idea.

And Creamylady, I used to be a telephone solicitor (But I WON'T tell you what for), and the only way to get them to really stop calling is to say:
1)"Take me off of your calling list."
2)"Put me on your do not call list."

Number one is the most common thing said, so I would suggest it. Saying, "Don't call again" will not do the trick. Phrase it exactly like I typed. And if the same place calls again, they can be fined up to $25,000 by the FCC.

Just a helpful hint, because I HATE solicitors!http://smilecwm.tripod.com/cwm2/puke.gif

Rand al'Thor
The Dragon Reborn

 

[CreamyLady]

Thank you, Bonnie Wee Lassie, for the offer and the advice. My most peaceful days occur when I forget to recharge the phone.

Of course, those are the days when my sister drives over to razz me about it, and give me the list in person . . .

Rand al'Thor, thank you for the advice. I'll try it on the next phone person.

 

[Mortto56]

"I had one"

Hi CreamyLady!•••Many years ago when I left home,I didn't have a place to stay for a couple of weeks.So I ran into a friend of mine one day,and we got talking about high school and things,and he asked me where I was living.I told him I didn't have a place yet,that I was looking for a place.He told me that I could stay at his place in the cave.I looked at him and started laughing,and asked him,"WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT?" and he explained it to me.His house was about 100 years old,and it had been added on to so many times that there was a room right smack dab in the middle of the house with no windows in it.Man I'll tell you,it was so dark in there you couldn't see your hand right in front of your face.The only light you got from the outside was a little light that came in from under the door.But that was home for me for a little over a year.And loved every minute of it.

 

[April]

Of course, those are the days when my sister drives over to razz me about it, and give me the list in person . . .

If she's able to drive, why can't she do the errands herself?

 

[Endlessly]

OMG.. Creamygirl, I thought I was the only one.

There is a heaven on earth.. And it is my dorm room back at college. Allow me to explain.

I have to go down the hall to the communal bathroom, but it's in a hallway all by itself. It's only 6 feet by 8 feet, but I don't share it with anyone. I can write 'Do not knock, just leave a message' on my whiteboard outside the door, and my phone is only on the hook if I'M calling someone.

It's my tiny little corner of autonomy.. My little haven of solitude.. And after three months of living with my parents, I cannot WAIT to go home.

 

[CreamyLady]

Of course, those are the days when my sister drives over to razz me about it, and give me the list in person . . .

If she's able to drive, why can't she do the errands herself?

Because, April, she is a very busy person; secretary to a Federal Appellate Judge, no less, on the Ninth Circuit.

I, on the other hand, am the unemployed, part time student, not very good writer who has nothing BUT time.

Does that answer your question?

 

[April]

Hmm, I'm sensing some sarcasm, yes?

 

[CreamyLady]

Sigh. Yes, there was some sarcasm. If only the courthouse were farther away . . . she comes down on her lunch hour.

 

[April]

I'm sorry. Family is such a burden sometimes.

 

[Laurel]

I feel your pain, CL. We just spent our whole weekend in hiding because Manu's entire family were in town for one of them hellish Reunions...argh. I don't answer my phone, ever. That's what answering machines are for. The only member of my family I've talked to in 5 years is my sister, and that's rarely. I used to go out to shows and movies and hang out with friends, but now I spend 15 hours a day working on my freelance crap and Literotica, away from People except for Manu and Aiko and Harold & Maude...and I love it. We go out and shop and wander the beach and I work out, but I don't "socialize" and don't feel any pressing need to do so. My friends are annoyed because I rarely return their phone calls, but I just don't feel like going out as much anymore. I predict that in a year I will be a complete misanthrope, and the prospect does nothing but delight me.

Don't get me wrong - I like people. They fascinate me - from a distance. I think it's burn-out. I've always been an introvert, but have felt guilt about it, like I'm weird for not needing to be around people all of the time. So I spent years going to indie/punk shows and sitting in the sweaty crowds and hanging out all night trying to show myself I was normal. My sister thinks I'm a total headcase - she loooves going out and socializing.

Luckily, Manu's like I am. He's the type of guy that everyone likes - he's good an amazing sense of humor and tons of charm - but he can't handle people. So his charm causes him problems, 'cause everyone wants to be around him. He spent years in the music industry dealing with bands and other labels and distributors, and going out to shows all night and making deals...So now both he and I are at a point in our lives where we don't need a barrage of people around us.

That's why I love the Net, and this board. I can exchange thoughts & ideas with intelligent people without having to do the whole social dance. Without having to be nice to idiots to their face. Without being hit on/pinched/asked to dance/and all the other hazards of the club/bar scene (like anyone at a bar has anything interesting to say, anyhow).

I don't want a cave - I want an island, with miles of ocean separating me from the mainland. I'm willing to share, CL, and I promise to stay on my side, and not call you.

 

[CreamyLady]

When you find the island, Laurel, let me know. I'll keep to my half and won't bug you!

 

[Skibum]

When you find the island, Laurel, let me know. I'll keep to my half and won't bug you!

I hope you still have ICQ on your half!