The Adopt a Skidmark thread.

[Morcs]

Im being serious,

I have been informed that Skidmark is being evicted from his flat in 5 days, and has nowhere to go, is broke, and his parents wont have him back.

So this is a genuine plea to anyone in the auckland area that would give him a room. Im sure hes pretty damn desperate so anything will do and im sure he will do anything for it.

Genuine offers can be sent to me by PM.

Ill leave the thread for general discussion and ideas.

Lets see a bit of KB spirit eh, put the grudges aside and help someone in need.

-Pete.

[FROSTY]

what about your place morcs?

[Morcs]

what about your place morcs?

No space. What about yours Tony? have another kid running around eh?

:laugh:

[ArcherWC]

city mission, might give him a wake up instead of being bailed out all the time.

Time to start standing on his own feet and take some personal responsibility

[Boob Johnson]

:corn:

char

[Mom]

If we lived in Auckland, and I was free to spend all day mentoring this lovely young thang I would not hesitate to offer a bed.

Bummer for Mark, he needs to get out and sort it!

My son (19) rang me a couple of weeks ago, he had lost his place to live, his flatmate that held the tenancy was giving it up, he got 2 weeks to find some where to live. He moved on Sunday, I am now busy sourcing pots and pans and...

Actually, does anyone have a couple of bean bags going cheap? North Shore Auckland preferred.

Good luck Mark!


Thanks Pete!!!!

[nodrog]

..... and im sure he will do anything for it.

if this is true, Im sure The Stranger will take him in.

[tri boy]

Good Luck Skiddy.
Worst case scenario, you might end up in a locked box wearing a "Gimp" suit ala Pulp Fiction.
"Zeds not dead baby...Zeds not dead."

[Finn]

Here's an idea...

[Gubb]

Did he get the job he went to interview for?

[FROSTY]

No space. What about yours Tony? have another kid running around eh?

:laugh:
what about on your couch?
Other options are YMCA or getting another place himself. You know raise the bond money etc

[Mully]

Did he get the job he went to interview for?

Yeah, that's what I was thinking.

[Big Dan]

Does he have an income to pay for rent for a small room

I Have a spare room that the landlord hasn't got anyone for yet

[FROSTY]

My son (19) rang me a couple of weeks ago, he had lost his place to live, his flatmate that held the tenancy was giving it up, he got 2 weeks to find some where to live. He moved on Sunday, I am now busy sourcing pots and pans and...!
If hes still wanting stuff in a few weeks gimme a yell--we're moving and getting rid of the stuff we don't need/want

[Big Dan]

If hes still wanting stuff in a few weeks gimme a yell--we're moving and getting rid of the stuff we don't need/want

what stuff are you getting rid of oh Frosty one

[Mom]

If hes still wanting stuff in a few weeks gimme a yell--we're moving and getting rid of the stuff we don't need/want

Bound to get infracted for this off topic conversation, but thanks mate, will make a list!

[Qkkid]

city mission, might give him a wake up instead of being bailed out all the time.

Time to start standing on his own feet and take some personal responsibility
:nono:Sorry Morcs got no more time for skiddy
:yawn: About time he grew up instead of shitting on people
:shifty: Makes you wonder why his parents dont want him.
:eek: You would have to be a fucken idiot to go there.
Its about time he learned how to treat people who have given him the time of day.

:msn-wink: Dont say i didnt warn you
:scratch: However if you do choose to take him on green bling to you
I take my hat off to ya :done:

[doc]

Here's an idea...

He also needs space for his resto project.

[nodrog]

:nono:Sorry Morcs got no more time for skiddy
:yawn: About time he grew up instead of shitting on people
:shifty: Makes you wonder why his parents dont want him.
:eek: You would have to be a fucken idiot to go there.
Its about time he learned how to treat people who have given him the time of day.

:msn-wink: Dont say i didnt warn you
:scratch: However if you do choose to take him on green bling to you
I take my hat off to ya :done:

so have ya got a room or what? :dodge:

[doc]

:nono:Sorry Morcs got no more time for skiddy
:yawn: About time he grew up instead of shitting on people
:shifty: Makes you wonder why his parents dont want him.
:eek: You would have to be a fucken idiot to go there.
Its about time he learned how to treat people who have given him the time of day.

:msn-wink: Dont say i didnt warn you
:scratch: However if you do choose to take him on green bling to you
I take my hat off to ya :done:

Show some compassion. I'll recommend you for mod if you house skiddy.

[DMNTD]

He also needs space for his resto project.


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[FROSTY]

dunno wot stuff yet--glasses, pots, etc most likely

[Maha]

Is that the end result?....be hard to 'bin' that bastard!....:scooter:

[Qkkid]

He also needs space for his resto project.

:blip: :mega:You might wanna ask the people who he has flatted with before you make a decision. He is messy,shit everywhere, dirty ,doesnt shower often, lazy with house work and certainly not domesticated.

[doc]

Yeah Finns idea looked like it would leak. As if he would know.

[DMNTD]

Is that the end result?....be hard to 'bin' that bastard!....:scooter:

Oh chortle chortle man with inverted mowhawk! :niceone:


On a side note...good luck to you Mark. Whatever does happen it'll be up to you to make it work.
Look at it as a challenge

[Morcs]

If we lived in Auckland, and I was free to spend all day mentoring this lovely young thang I would not hesitate to offer a bed.

Bummer for Mark, he needs to get out and sort it!



I dont know why Mark has to live in Auckland, he could move to warkworth. Its still auckland :bleh:


if this is true, Im sure The Stranger will take him in.

muwahahaha thanks for that mental image mate :mellow:


what about on your couch?
Other options are YMCA or getting another place himself. You know raise the bond money etc
Im not in charge of my house, my missus cant even move in, let along Mark.



Does he have an income to pay for rent for a small room

I Have a spare room that the landlord hasn't got anyone for yet
I believe he has income to pay rent, but not bond. Dole.


:nono:Sorry Morcs got no more time for skiddy
:yawn: About time he grew up instead of shitting on people
:shifty: Makes you wonder why his parents dont want him.
:eek: You would have to be a fucken idiot to go there.
Its about time he learned how to treat people who have given him the time of day.

:msn-wink: Dont say i didnt warn you
:scratch: However if you do choose to take him on green bling to you
I take my hat off to ya :done:
Steve this is why im helping. It is a wake up call - and even if someone helps him - the circumstances will hopefully be that he earns it, gains respect, defies his criticism etc..

I got kicked out of home at 16, and although my mother took me in (she was on the dole) I still had to fend for myself, job, rent, transport etc... Even though it seemed an easy way out, it was hard graft and im twice the person because of it.

Im hoping Skiddy benefits from this like I did.

[Qkkid]

Show some compassion. I'll recommend you for mod if you house skiddy.

:girlfight: Are you smokin weed boy :bash:

[yungatart]

...got luck to you Mark. Whatever does happen it'll be up to you to make it work.
Look at it as a challenge

Yeah, what he said, kid!

[The Pastor]

Skidmark lacks a basic skill that most of us have. He can't get on with many people for long periods of time. Until he learns this skill he'll never get a job. Unless he wants to be a sideshow at a circus where they chain him up rub jam all over him and release african fire ants. I'd pay to see that.

[Chickadee]

Why not get him to join the army or something. Might do some miracle work, and he gets somewhere to live, eat, shower and learn how to be a good citizen! Huzzah.

If all else fails I'm sure someone up there in Aucks could wheek him in a tent in their backgarden.

[DMNTD]

Why not get him to join the army or something. Might do some miracle work, and he gets somewhere to live, eat, shower and learn how to be a good citizen! Huzzah.

:niceone::niceone::niceone::niceone::niceone:

[skidMark]

Why not get him to join the army or something. Might do some miracle work, and he gets somewhere to live, eat, shower and learn how to be a good citizen! Huzzah.

If all else fails I'm sure someone up there in Aucks could wheek him in a tent in their backgarden.

One of the current flatmates is in the army, said i wouldnt last a week.

Everytime i claw my way back up karma kicks me back down.

Ahhh well, at least it can't get worse right!

SM

[DMNTD]

One of the current flatmates is in the army, said i wouldnt last a week.

Everytime i claw my way back up karma kicks me back down.

Ahhh well, at least it can't get worse right!

SM

Ya got no "bite" to you SM...personally I would've taken their comments as a challenge

[nodrog]

Why not get him to join the army or something. Might do some miracle work, and he gets somewhere to live, eat, shower and learn how to be a good citizen!

lol, skidmark and guns :2guns:

[SixPackBack]

Steve this is why im helping. It is a wake up call...........

Wake up call, more like ground hog day. Just how many times can you shake his shoulder and say "wake up Mark"?

[doc]

lol, skidmark and guns :2guns:

I believe there is an opening in the "Fxr 150 Mounted Rifles Regiment" Suicide squad. No arms licence is necessary. only requirement is to be USD literate

[nodrog]

I believe there is an opening in the "Fxr 150 Mounted Rifles Regiment" Suicide squad. No arms licence is necessary.

but wont he need a motorcycle licence?

[Gubb]

Everytime i claw my way back up karma kicks me back down.

You got a job yet?

[Boob Johnson]

Wake up call, more like ground hog day. Just how many times can you shake his shoulder and say "wake up Mark"?
:corn:


char

[BIGBOSSMAN]

What about living on an island like this one? Or maybe the Otara Apiary Association could put him up 4 a few daze?? Looks like they have at least one thing in common...:banana:

[Qkkid]

"Imdying" in Christchurch is lookin for a flatmate he is skidmarks:first: fan.
Sending me 2 lovely little reds:love: in 24hrs
There ya go skiddy dont say i dont do anything for ya:bye:
I am sure the south Islanders be glad to have you :shutup: not..............................:lol:
While you are down there ,tell them how to organise their rides and weather or not their rides should be stopped since your the expert:bye:

[NinjaNanna]

Last time Mark, I will never post this for you again, customise it and use it.

Oh yeah and have you looked on

Trade Me - Flat mate wanted (http://www.trademe.co.nz/browse/property/regionlistings.aspx?search=1&mcat=2975-&sidebar=1&76=2975&selected135=&selected136=&134=1&135=5&122=0%2C0&59=0%2C10000&v=&sort_order=price_asc)

[Chickadee]

One of the current flatmates is in the army, said i wouldnt last a week.

Everytime i claw my way back up karma kicks me back down.

Ahhh well, at least it can't get worse right!

SM

In all seriousness, I think it would be a good thing (joining the army or navy for a stint - you can get skilled up also), why not give it a go.

See it as a challange to prove your flatmate and others wrong! Might give you a different perspective on life, you have to have experiences and see things from other peoples points of view - to evolve into the new improved Skidmark of tomorrow.

[Qkkid]

Last time Mark, I will never post this for you again, customise it and use it.

Oh yeah and have you looked on

Trade Me - Flat mate wanted (http://www.trademe.co.nz/browse/property/regionlistings.aspx?search=1&mcat=2975-&sidebar=1&76=2975&selected135=&selected136=&134=1&135=5&122=0%2C0&59=0%2C10000&v=&sort_order=price_asc)
:gob:Piss off Shane :nono:not on the shore.

[MIXONE]

Skidmark lacks a basic skill that most of us have. He can't get on with many people for long periods of time. Until he learns this skill he'll never get a job. Unless he wants to be a sideshow at a circus where they chain him up rub jam all over him and release african fire ants. I'd pay to see that.

He's off your Xmas card list then is he?:lol:

[NinjaNanna]

:gob:Piss off Shane :nono:not on the shore.

oops my bad :devil2:

[Ixion]

I believe he has income to pay rent, but not bond. Dole.


I can't help Mark with accomodation. But if a place can be found and bond is the problem, I may be able to help with that.

Yes, I'm a fool. People helped me over the years. They were fools too, I never deserved it. What goes round comes round.

PM me.

[Kornholio]

Oh chortle chortle man with inverted mowhawk! :niceone:



Outstanding :buggerd::2thumbsup

[cowboyz]

One of the current flatmates is in the army, said i wouldnt last a week.

Everytime i claw my way back up karma kicks me back down.

Ahhh well, at least it can't get worse right!

SM


actually, it can.

at this stage only half of kb have enough sense to see you are a waste of time. Strongly suggest you get you shit together and wake the fuck up before the people trying to help you realise what a waste of space you are. Join the armed forces and STAY THERE. they will give you a form of disapline that you require. You are a adult now. It is time to start acting like one.

[Oldfulla]

Hi,
What is keeping Mark in Auckland???? job? family? friends? if the answer to all these is no, then maybe a move to somewhere where there are different job opportunities and maybe cheaper rent is needed.

Why not a move to the Waikato or further south, and have a fresh start. Rent will be cheaper & maybe a fresh start could be enroling in some form of tertiary education. That way he "could" get a student allowance, get some flatmates and upskill all at the sametime.

Just an idea

Ryan

[Manxman]

In all seriousness, I think it would be a good thing (joining the army or navy for a stint - you can get skilled up also), why not give it a go.

See it as a challange to prove your flatmate and others wrong! Might give you a different perspective on life, you have to have experiences and see things from other peoples points of view - to evolve into the new improved Skidmark of tomorrow.

Nice theory, however the Army will expect a two way relationship, ie for the life skills, trade skills, experience, semi-decent pay, mateship, respect and a supportive environment to work in, they will expect you to:
1) pull your weight;
2) do tasks/chores even when you are not asked (ie initiative);
3) respect leadership;
4) demonstrate leadership;
5) demonstrate maturity; and most of all
6) to put yourself before others when the shit hits the fan.

...are you up for it? If yes, you can expect a rewarding few (or more) years of your life. If not, then like yer mate said...you won't last a week, so don't waste everyone's time. You get out what you put in...

Good luck.

[Morcs]

Hi,
What is keeping Mark in Auckland???? job? family? friends? if the answer to all these is no, then maybe a move to somewhere where there are different job opportunities and maybe cheaper rent is needed.

Why not a move to the Waikato or further south, and have a fresh start. Rent will be cheaper & maybe a fresh start could be enroling in some form of tertiary education. That way he "could" get a student allowance, get some flatmates and upskill all at the sametime.

Just an idea

Ryan

but that requires effort.

[nodrog]

he can live with me :buggerd::2thumbsup

awesome bro, you are generous:Pokey:

[The Pastor]

He's off your Xmas card list then is he?:lol:
i consider mark a mate, i just tell it how it is.

[Qkkid]

but that requires effort.

He could not even be bothered to take the job, when Blackbuell offered him a great job and training/skills/oportunity just another person he has let down:yes: who tried to take a interest and help him. Anyway he got a top bloke from kb workin with him now.

[Oldfulla]

but that requires effort.

well when things get truely desperate for him will be forced to do something, maybe he will read these posts when he is in that situation and act apon some of the advice given here.

[nodrog]

and why the heck isnt my post count going up???? seems to be stuck on 49 for ages

any posts about skidmark are considered non important, therefore do not count:niceone:

[Morcs]

person he has let down:yes: who tried to take a interest and help him. Anyway he got a top bloke from kb workin with him now.

Who? Im not aware of this?

[bert_is_evil]

Someone explain to me why anyone would want to take in someone who's just been evicted from their flat?

In the words of the great George W:
"There's an old saying in Tennessee — I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee — that says, fool me once, shame on — shame on you. Fool me — you can't get fooled again."

[McJim]

Hi,
What is keeping Mark in Auckland???? job? family? friends? if the answer to all these is no, then maybe a move to somewhere where there are different job opportunities and maybe cheaper rent is needed.

Why not a move to the Waikato or further south, and have a fresh start. Rent will be cheaper & maybe a fresh start could be enroling in some form of tertiary education. That way he "could" get a student allowance, get some flatmates and upskill all at the sametime.

Just an idea

Ryan

Just make sure he stays north of the Cook Strait and I'll be happy :rofl:

[Gubb]

Just make sure he stays north of the Cook Strait and I'll be happy :rofl:
...Just wait till he gets a job as Ducati Mechanic, then you'll be sorry...

[Qkkid]

Who? Im not aware of this?

:nono:You smokin weed boy "sorry you are now" aware that is

[Goblin]

Maybe Disco Dan can put him up, at work. He'll fit right in there.

[McJim]

...Just wait till he gets a job as Ducati Mechanic, then you'll be sorry...

Ah well, since they only break down in rumour not in fact he'll not have much work will he?

[Ixion]

Been for a ride in the rain recently ?

[Morcs]

Ah well, since they only break down in rumour not in fact he'll not have much work will he?

erm.... :bye:

[McJim]

Been for a ride in the rain recently ?

We've had one of the hottest driest summers down here I've ever witnessed. And I used to live in Tuscany. I wish it would rain.

Used to commute 52km in the rain on the Ducati in Auckland....no ill effects...the rumours are untrue :rofl:

[Boob Johnson]

One of the current flatmates is in the army, said i wouldn't last a week.
That's the very reason you should go :msn-wink:



Hi,
What is keeping Mark in Auckland???? job? family? friends? if the answer to all these is no, then maybe a move to somewhere where there are different job opportunities and maybe cheaper rent is needed.

Why not a move to the Waikato or further south, and have a fresh start. Rent will be cheaper & maybe a fresh start could be enroling in some form of tertiary education. That way he "could" get a student allowance, get some flatmates and upskill all at the sametime.

Just an idea

Ryan
Invercargil is free to study & cheap to live




:corn:

[Oldfulla]

That's the very reason you should go :msn-wink:



Invercargil is free to study & cheap to live




:corn:

And the Mayor rocks down there, funny fellow, maybe a tad nuts

[DMNTD]

And the Mayor rocks down there, funny fellow, maybe a tad nuts

Yes indeed he is...:yes:



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[Morcs]

Im off to bed.

Hopefully when i get back on in the morning you cnuts will have sorted Skiddy out. :done:

[Ixion]

And the Mayor rocks down there, funny fellow, maybe a tad nuts

Actually, Tim Shadbolt was a bit like Mark when he was the same age. Didn't ride a bike, but. And a lot more political. But mark somewhat reminds me of him . He turned out OK, which none of us expected. Maybe Mark will too. Mayor Mark ?

[Hitcher]

How much is a one-way air ticket to Australia?

[DMNTD]

How much is a one-way air ticket to Australia?

I got $50 to chip in... :niceone:

[MidnightMike]

lol, skidmark and guns :2guns:


Atleast he will only have to use 10% of his talent to get his knee down.


<img src="http://blogs.thestate.com/bradwarthensblog/images/2007/03/20/kneel.jpg">


As opposed to the normal 40%.

Knee sliders are provided, of course.

[Boob Johnson]

How much is a one-way air ticket to Australia?
But isn't that meant to be called the brain drain? :whistle:

[DingoZ]

How much is a one-way air ticket to Australia?

With all due respect Hitcher.....NO FUGGIN WAY...... They got enough problems over there without that....:)


Mark,

Even if it is something that you have never entertained before. Consider the Army or one of the armed forces.

I knew several people who had problems, joined the army and it was the makings of most of them, not for a couple but you won't know until you try.

The biggest way you could ever gain respect, not only from others but from yourself, is to do something to help yourself. Make the committment whatever it turns out to be and stick to it, no matter what. If things "Kick" you down, find an alternative. You cannot rely on others to help, bail out, or even suggest things for you for the rest of your life...:)

All the best with whatever you decide to do.

Andrew

[mynameis]

Who wants to make a bet that he's moving back to his parents in 5 days?

[Hitcher]

I got $50 to chip in...

I'll match that. Maybe his folks will stump up for the balance.

[DMNTD]

I'll match that.

Good man...Jesus loves you!

[Fatjim]

I wonder whether the difference between Auckland and the rest of NZ is that the rest of NZ looks after its own in times of trouble.

[Chickadee]

That's the very reason you should go :msn-wink:



Invercargil is free to study & cheap to live




:corn:

Shhhhhhh.... it's cold in winter, erm what else can we think of to discourage!

[mynameis]

skidMark when he was young, the skinny one:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=BgoOihBb78w

Future skidMark:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=0AnYtHKqEcc&feature=related

[Grahameeboy]

If you had a job Marky I would consider helping you out for a few weeks whilst you sorted things out, but you would have to toe the line serious time...and I am bigger that you...

No mess
Shower
Quite when I have Nats
to name but a few...

[Brett]

Check you PM's Mark.

To the rest of y'all. I know Mark has pissed a lot of you off, but clearly he has not learnt to master his weaknesses, and indeed he may not be ready yet to do so. I fee that this is something private for him,and ridicule and taking the piss, while fun, is really not going to help the guy become a productive member of society.

So it is with other people in similar situations. Perhaps those of us in positions to provide guidance and input could find someone struggling and provide them with some mentoring?

[Brett]

PS - for the record I think the army idea is fantastic. Plus one can be trained in a trade.

[Grahameeboy]

Check you PM's Mark.

To the rest of y'all. I know Mark has pissed a lot of you off, but clearly he has not learnt to master his weaknesses, and indeed he may not be ready yet to do so. I fee that this is something private for him,and ridicule and taking the piss, while fun, is really not going to help the guy become a productive member of society.

So it is with other people in similar situations. Perhaps those of us in positions to provide guidance and input could find someone struggling and provide them with some mentoring?

Agreed...all the time he gets the piss taken out of him he is not going to be motivated to get up and sort himself out...like we have lead perfect lives eh??

[mynameis]

People have put in so much time energy and effort to help out Mark, when has he ever stepped up to the plate?

Why or why not? Answer Brett?

[Brett]

Agreed...all the time he gets the piss taken out of him he is not going to be motivated to get up and sort himself out...like we have lead perfect lives eh??

And on the other hand, you can see why people have given up though. The boy who cried wolf eventually made the towns people give up...Mark needs to WANT to help himself. But yeah...giving the guy shit hardly leads to motivation. (personally it would make me want to prove them all wrong, but not all people are geared the same).

[Chickadee]

Check you PM's Mark.

To the rest of y'all. I know Mark has pissed a lot of you off, but clearly he has not learnt to master his weaknesses, and indeed he may not be ready yet to do so. I fee that this is something private for him,and ridicule and taking the piss, while fun, is really not going to help the guy become a productive member of society.

So it is with other people in similar situations. Perhaps those of us in positions to provide guidance and input could find someone struggling and provide them with some mentoring?

Good on ya for being a stand up guy.

The army and navy is a good place to get some good bones to build on, gives you a good level of belonging, hard yakka, fitness, skills and training/qualifications for the future. I think it is an opportunity to grab with both hands for many lost souls out there. Many youngins could do with a stint these days, I'm sure many of you have a family member/friend/aquaintence you think could do with a good sorting out with a life experience like the army/navy.

[Hitcher]

PS - for the record I think the army idea is fantastic.

But they're not allowed to shoot people other than in times of war.

[Grahameeboy]

People have put in so much time energy and effort to help out Mark, when has he ever stepped up to the plate?

Why or why not? Answer Brett?

True, however, maybe the answer is not black and white...

[Brett]

People have put in so much time energy and effort to help out Mark, when has he ever stepped up to the plate?

Why or why not? Answer Brett?

I know. I know a lot of the people who have. I am also aware that he has made claims before that he "is going to change" and so far it has been fruitless. Hence I said in my post the he NEEDS TO WANT TO CHANGE.

I can only deduce that he fails to step up to the plate because he:

a) hasn't really been held truly accountable.
b) has people readily expecting him to fail
c) has never had the self discipline or self responsibility to see a serious committment through
d) people get caught in a cycle of life.

I am not defending him. I am big on personal responsibility and self ownership. But I also would hate to think that someone like Mark couldn't eventually be helped to master those issues that are blocking his progress.

[Waylander]

And on the other hand, you can see why people have given up though. The boy who cried wolf eventually made the towns people give up...Mark needs to WANT to help himself. But yeah...giving the guy shit hardly leads to motivation. (personally it would make me want to prove them all wrong, but not all people are geared the same).
Depends on the person.

Some people use the insults and ridicule as a motivation to change themselves. But they still have to want to change.

[scumdog]

Im being serious,

I have been informed that Skidmark is being evicted from his flat in 5 days, and has nowhere to go, is broke, and his parents wont have him back.

So this is a genuine plea to anyone in the auckland area that would give him a room. Im sure hes pretty damn desperate so anything will do and im sure he will do anything for it.

Genuine offers can be sent to me by PM.

Ill leave the thread for general discussion and ideas.

Lets see a bit of KB spirit eh, put the grudges aside and help someone in need.

-Pete.

So why is HE not doing something about it???

His back is to the wall - about time he fought back instead of being carried by others.

(Or IS it against the wall - can't be naffed reading the whole thread)

[Brett]

Good on ya for being a stand up guy.

The army and navy is a good place to get some good bones to build on, gives you a good level of belonging, hard yakka, fitness, skills and training/qualifications for the future. I think it is an opportunity to grab with both hands for many lost souls out there. Many youngins could do with a stint these days, I'm sure many of you have a family member/friend/aquaintence you think could do with a good sorting out with a life experience like the army/navy.

Exactly right. Sadly a lot of people do not learn the aforementioned personal traits in their daily living, be it family or school or whatever. Gaining these skills can change a person!

[Disco Dan]

Maybe Disco Dan can put him up, at work. He'll fit right in there.

ROFL... :innocent:

---------------------------------

I can see a friend in need, good on you Morcs for posting that up. Would have been a tough decision - on the one hand the cretin of KB (or the more enlightened... cant decide) put him down and speak negatively for their own enjoyment. However the small minority with true hearts of gold have offered Mark some advice, accommodation and did Ixion even offer to pay bond?

Now that is true camaraderie from our great KB network :sunny:

Mark, if I had the space I would offer you a place to stay but alas I live in a studio apartment!

Good luck mark, i'm always available to talk and offer support where I can.

[DMNTD]

True, however, maybe the answer is not black and white...

I concur G-man...what's the answer then?

[Brett]

Depends on the person.

Some people use the insults and ridicule as a motivation to change themselves. But they still have to want to change.

That is what I was partly saying, he needs to want to change.

[Waylander]

But they're not allowed to shoot people other than in times of war.
However, crashing a uni-mog is perfectly acceptable.

[Brett]

But they're not allowed to shoot people other than in times of war.

Hahaha...the first lesson in self control then??

[Hitcher]

More column centimetres have been wasted on this site discussing the pros and cons of the aptly-named skidMark than probably any other member. Indeed the mere mention of this name is enough to initiate a feverish response that will run to hundreds of posts. I am not sure of why some members believe he deserves any serious consideration or respect. Perhaps there is a belief that exorcising the *barking-mad, braindead, irresponsible idiot child* within is cathartic?

[Brett]

I concur G-man...what's the answer then?

I think that hinges on whether Mark is really ready to face up to his weaknesses and whether he is ready to do something about them. Cause if he isn't, no one can help him yet.

[mynameis]

Good on ya for being a stand up guy.

The army and navy is a good place to get some good bones to build on, gives you a good level of belonging, hard yakka, fitness, skills and training/qualifications for the future. I think it is an opportunity to grab with both hands for many lost souls out there. Many youngins could do with a stint these days, I'm sure many of you have a family member/friend/aquaintence you think could do with a good sorting out with a life experience like the army/navy.

The army/navy is a good way to learn and appreciate lots of basic things in life, it does teach you a lot. Been there done that. Did Cadet training for 4 years. However I must stress it's not for everyone.


True, however, maybe the answer is not black and white...


I know. I know a lot of the people who have. I am also aware that he has made claims before that he "is going to change" and so far it has been fruitless. Hence I said in my post the he NEEDS TO WANT TO CHANGE.

I can only deduce that he fails to step up to the plate because he:

a) hasn't really been held truly accountable.
b) has people readily expecting him to fail
c) has never had the self discipline or self responsibility to see a serious committment through
d) people get caught in a cycle of life.

I am not defending him. I am big on personal responsibility and self ownership. But I also would hate to think that someone like Mark couldn't eventually be helped to master those issues that are blocking his progress.

I am with you on this one 100 % mate but what exactly do you think will make him learn and be accountable and responsible is the million dollar question sourrounding Mark.

Not things on a golden platter, perhaps it's time he learns the hard way? Maybe that's why the parents aren't backing him this time?

Your thoughts?

[Brett]

More column centimetres have been wasted on this site discussing the pros and cons of the aptly-named skidMark than probably any other member. Indeed the mere mention of this name is enough to initiate a feverish response that will run to hundreds of posts. I am not sure of why some members believe he deserves any serious consideration or respect. Perhaps there is a belief that exorcising the *barking-mad, braindead, irresponsible idiot child* within is cathartic?

Yep I have posted more in one night than I usually will in a week. Hence I am off to bed.

[scumdog]

One of the current flatmates said i wouldnt last a week.

Everytime i claw my way back up karma kicks me back down.

Ahhh well, at least it can't get worse right!

SM

Is this your life theme song?? is it?

Well I've bad news for you sonny - it's the same for the rest of us.

But we do something about it and get on with life.

What are YOU going to do??

[Grahameeboy]

I concur G-man...what's the answer then?

Hey I live each day as it comes...I have stopped planning the future...all I know is that it takes time...or look at this example;

Smoker goes to Doctor, gets told the old boring line "you must stop smoking otherwise..."
Goes away and say "Fuck the Doctor, what does he know"

Goes to a lifestyle guru
"On a scale of 1 - 10, how motivated are you to giving up"
Mmm..."3" he says...
Okay, that is all for now but is it okay if I call you in 2 weeks and see how things are?
Smoker walks away...thinks to himself "that guru didn't pressure me"...maybe I should think about it..."

[Qkkid]

:scratch:
More column centimetres have been wasted on this site discussing the pros and cons of the aptly-named skidMark than probably any other member. Indeed the mere mention of this name is enough to initiate a feverish response that will run to hundreds of posts. I am not sure of why some members believe he deserves any serious consideration or respect. Perhaps there is a belief that exorcising the *barking-mad, braindead, irresponsible idiot child* within is cathartic?

:scratch::scratch:dont be so mean :bleh:

[Grahameeboy]

The army/navy is a good way to learn and appreciate lots of basic things in life, it does teach you a lot. Been there done that. Did Cadet training for 4 years. However I must stress it's not for everyone.





I am with you on this one 100 % mate but what exactly do you think will make him learn and be accountable and responsible is the million dollar question sourrounding Mark.

Not things on a golden platter, perhaps it's time he learns the hard way? Maybe that's why the parents aren't backing him this time?

Your thoughts?

All the time we think it is a million dollar answer... we will not be able to help him...

Maybe, his parents have not been supportive enough in the past...

[DMNTD]

Hey I live each day as it comes...I have stopped planning the future...all I know is that it takes time...or look at this example;

Smoker goes to Doctor, gets told the old boring line "you must stop smoking otherwise..."
Goes away and say "Fuck the Doctor, what does he know"

Goes to a lifestyle guru
"On a scale of 1 - 10, how motivated are you to giving up"
Mmm..."3" he says...
Okay, that is all for now but is it okay if I call you in 2 weeks and see how things are?
Smoker walks away...thinks to himself "that guru didn't pressure me"...maybe I should think about it..."


Understood, however it hasn't worked to date G.
Hey don't get me wrong I truly do hope that SM has a brain fart and his mind set changes enough for him to be able to help himself...quick.

[zeocen]

The longer he fucks his life up the longer he stays off the road.

I for one welcome our new karma overlords.

[mynameis]

All the time we think it is a million dollar answer... we will not be able to help him...

Maybe, his parents have not been supportive enough in the past...

I know too many people in this world who's parents weren't that supportive
when they grew up, they've grown up to be very successfull in life.

Whilst I do believe that it does play a role in life, it's still not the ultimate reason.

How do you get skidMark to get himself motivated, driven and determined? Might actually be a case for DR Phil.

None of us have been able to suss the kid out, what do we know.

[Grahameeboy]

I know too many people in this world who's parents weren't that supportive
when they grew up, they've grown up to be very successfull in life.

Whilst I do believe that it does play a role in life, it's still not the ultimate reason.

How do you get skidMark to get himself motivated, driven and determined? Might actually be a case for DR Phil.

None of us have been able to suss the kid out, what do we know.

Maybe we try too hard to work him out...kinda hard to explain...

[Brett]

The army/navy is a good way to learn and appreciate lots of basic things in life, it does teach you a lot. Been there done that. Did Cadet training for 4 years. However I must stress it's not for everyone.





I am with you on this one 100 % mate but what exactly do you think will make him learn and be accountable and responsible is the million dollar question sourrounding Mark.

Not things on a golden platter, perhaps it's time he learns the hard way? Maybe that's why the parents aren't backing him this time?

Your thoughts?


Well just quickly, cause I need to drag my redundant arse off to bed...

I agree, this is not about giving anything away on a platter and solving Marks problems for him. This is about teaching Mark the skills he needs to get himself out of this predicament and to keep himself out.

At the end of the day, he needs to back himself. I am guessing that due to the last load of (mostly self induced) shitty things that have become on him, he must have a pretty low self esteem.

I think Mark needs to be made to realise that the people giving of their time to help him expect him to match it with his own efforts, and that he needs to be shown just what he can achieve if he masters himself. He is a clever guy, and I genuinely believe that he could be very successful, but he needs to have this attitude lit in him. To be honest, I am too tired to give you a coherent and logical answer. Need to think about it and get back to you.

[Finn]

Talk about a professional victim. Mark, sort your shit out boy and stop getting your mates to do your dirty work. A person your age should be able to hold down a job and have a roof over their head. Stop blaming arseburgers and learn when to shut up. The world owes you nothing.

I've met you before and there's nothing wrong with you. You're just a smart arse. What you really need is a kick up the arse.

Love Finn

[Brett]

At school I was a bit naughty and had to write a helluva lot of lines in detention. One particular part has stuck with me.

"the longer I live the more I realise that life is 10% what happens to me, and 90% how I react to it"

The other thing I live by is a simple little mantra I use when faced with hard choices:

Weigh up the options, make an informed decision, commit to it. Dont look back.

[Qkkid]

Talk about a professional victim. Mark, sort your shit out boy and stop getting your mates to do your dirty work. A person your age should be able to hold down a job and have a roof over their head. Stop blaming arseburgers and learn when to shut up. The world owes you nothing.

I've met you before and there's nothing wrong with you. You're just a smart arse. What you really need is a kick up the arse.

Love Finn

:wari::2thumbsup:wari:
:hug:Maybe you can offer him a job:whistle:

[Brett]

Talk about a professional victim. Mark, sort your shit out boy and stop getting your mates to do your dirty work. A person your age should be able to hold down a job and have a roof over their head. Stop blaming arseburgers and learn when to shut up. The world owes you nothing.

I've met you before and there's nothing wrong with you. You're just a smart arse. What you really need is a kick up the arse.

Love Finn


Finn, you should be one of said mentors...

[mynameis]

Talk about a professional victim. Mark, sort your shit out boy and stop getting your mates to do your dirty work. A person your age should be able to hold down a job and have a roof over their head. Stop blaming arseburgers and learn when to shut up. The world owes you nothing.

I've met you before and there's nothing wrong with you. You're just a smart arse. What you really need is a kick up the arse.

Love Uncle Finn


Finn, you should be one of said mentors...

I think he's summarising what I posted before.

[Jiminy]

Check you PM's Mark.

To the rest of y'all. I know Mark has pissed a lot of you off, but clearly he has not learnt to master his weaknesses, and indeed he may not be ready yet to do so. I fee that this is something private for him,and ridicule and taking the piss, while fun, is really not going to help the guy become a productive member of society.

So it is with other people in similar situations. Perhaps those of us in positions to provide guidance and input could find someone struggling and provide them with some mentoring?

Good on you, Brett.

Haven't been on the site for long enough to know if SM deserves that much beating, but the number of supportive posts in this thread is astonishingly scarce. In the past few weeks, I kinda felt that SM posts were different, so now might be a good time to help him out. Not that I live in Auckland, though...

[yod]

:corn:


char

how about sharing the popcorn with the rest of us? :oi-grr:

[Mikkel]

Hmmm, I'm just wondering why it's Mark's mates, not himself, that are begging for a place to stay on his behalf.

Could it be that sleeping under the stars for a couple of nights actually doesn't concern Mark?

But I agree with Finn, HTFU and stop hiding behind a convenient label that noone understands properly. Go and sort your shit out - it's not always fun, but it beats living on the street!

If someone came to my door and asked nicely I'd help them no matter what - but they'd have to come and ask face to face...

[Qkkid]

Good on you, Brett.

Haven't been on the site for long enough to know if SM deserves that much beating, but the number of supportive posts in this thread is astonishingly scarce. In the past few weeks, I kinda felt that SM posts were different, so now might be a good time to help him out. Not that I live in Auckland, though...

:confused: Wellington is good :niceone:

[Disco Dan]

Talk about a professional victim.
Love Finn

Interesting you say that.... LINK (http://www.karpmandramatriangle.com/pdf/dramatriangleupdate2007.pdf)

[skidMark]

How much is a one-way air ticket to Australia?


I got $50 to chip in... :niceone:


Can't leave until my 3k of fines to the piggies are payed off.

[DMNTD]

Can't leave until my 3k of fines to the piggies are paied off.

Why don't you do Community Service for them? Get them out of the way so you can get on with things

[scumdog]

Can't leave until my 3k of fines to the piggies are payed off.

Wellll, good entertainment don't come sheap - and it seems like you've had a lot of 'entertainment'.

And given us on KB a lot...

[skidMark]

Hmmm, I'm just wondering why it's Mark's mates, not himself, that are begging for a place to stay on his behalf.

Could it be that sleeping under the stars for a couple of nights actually doesn't concern Mark?

But I agree with Finn, HTFU and stop hiding behind a convenient label that noone understands properly. Go and sort your shit out - it's not always fun, but it beats living on the street!

If someone came to my door and asked nicely I'd help them no matter what - but they'd have to come and ask face to face...


I did not ask Morcs to put up this thread he put it up because he takes care of his mates and wants to make surei will be okay.

I also think maybe a few nights under a bridge would make me sort my shit.

I need an epiphany badly.

Dug this hole for myself. My things are getting left at my parents, buti cannot reside there, nor sleep, just leave my bed and all my possesions.

If i don't post as of next week you all know i'm literally homeless.

Thankyou to Brett for your PM dude, you put alot of thought and time into that for me, and it is appreciated greatly. I will be getting back to you after i clear my head.

So much going through it right now.

SM

[Titanium]

How much is a one-way air ticket to Australia?

No way ... you guys can have him .......

No job, no money, no hope ....... wont make it past customs!

[Animal]

I have this mental picture of Skidmark in the Navy, with sAsLEX as his boss... fireworks!

[Kittyhawk]

No way ... you guys can have him .......

No job, no money, no hope ....... wont make it past customs!

Neither would I :devil2:

[Kittyhawk]

Mark has been sorted...he's leaving Akl for a while thanks to yours truley...

close this thread.

Im outa here.

[steveb64]

lol, skidmark and guns :2guns:

:eek5: Skidmark and a tank? :crazy:

[skidMark]

:eek5: Skidmark and a tank? :crazy:

Giggety giggety OH yeah!

[Mikkel]

I also think maybe a few nights under a bridge would make me sort my shit.

I need an epiphany badly.


Seriously, go tramping. That's one of the best ways to sort your mind out I've found. The fresh air, scenery and quiet will do you a world of good.

It'll surely beat spending a night under a bridge in Auckland!


Mark has been sorted...he's leaving Akl for a while thanks to yours truley...

close this thread.

Im outa here.

Good on ya.

Best of luck SM - I hope you find your epiphany/sort your shit out ;)

[skidMark]

Seriously, go tramping. That's one of the best ways to sort your mind out I've found. The fresh air, scenery and quiet will do you a world of good.

It'll surely beat spending a night under a bridge in Auckland!



Good on ya.

Best of luck SM - I hope you find your epiphany/sort your shit out ;)


She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.

[Mikkel]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.

Go! Just remember to behave yourself and lend a hand where you can.

It'll be good for you - change of scenery. Something new.

[Disco Dan]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.

Well you have at least two options from what I can see dude.

[Disco Dan]

Im being serious,

I have been informed that Skidmark is being evicted from his flat in 5 days, and has nowhere to go, is broke, and his parents wont have him back.

So this is a genuine plea to anyone in the auckland area that would give him a room. Im sure hes pretty damn desperate so anything will do and im sure he will do anything for it.

Genuine offers can be sent to me by PM.

Ill leave the thread for general discussion and ideas.

Lets see a bit of KB spirit eh, put the grudges aside and help someone in need.

-Pete.

Adoption? So is this like adopting a puppy? Or a kitten?

I have my own skidmarks... puppies piddle in the corner and bark...

[steveb64]

Go! Just remember to behave yourself and lend a hand where you can.

It'll be good for you - change of scenery. Something new.

...and DON'T bend the farm bike! :D

Seriously Skiddie - good luck dude - get your head together doing some basic farm work shit - gives you plenty of time to think, and the exercise is damn good fitness training for riding. :scooter:
I've noticed the change in your posts over the last few weeks - it appears that something seems to be starting to connect... :2thumbsup ...so keep up the good effort.

[Jeaves]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.

Go for it man! .

fresh air , hard work , rewarding lifestyle (so they say) .

[cowboyz]

Talk about a professional victim. Mark, sort your shit out boy and stop getting your mates to do your dirty work. A person your age should be able to hold down a job and have a roof over their head. Stop blaming arseburgers and learn when to shut up. The world owes you nothing.

I've met you before and there's nothing wrong with you. You're just a smart arse. What you really need is a kick up the arse.

Love Finn
never a truer word spoken (or typed)


Good on you, Brett.

Haven't been on the site for long enough to know if SM deserves that much beating, but the number of supportive posts in this thread is astonishingly scarce. In the past few weeks, I kinda felt that SM posts were different, so now might be a good time to help him out. Not that I live in Auckland, though...
these are the type of people you should not shit on skiddy. the ones that you havent fucked off yet.


Mark has been sorted...he's leaving Akl for a while thanks to yours truley...

close this thread.

Im outa here.


She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.
here we go. Skiddy has a problem. everyone else runs round fixing skiddys problem and his answer to it all is "well I dont know if that is good enough for me.............."
Sounds to me you are rapidly running out of options so take what is on offer AND BE FUCKING GRATEFUL YOU WHINEING PIECE OF SHIT.


Go for it man! .

fresh air , hard work , rewarding lifestyle (so they say) .

Bet in 3 months time he would have shit all over the people trying to help him out.

[Morcs]

Ah I did say I wanted skiddy sorted out by the time I got on this morning, and low and behold. :)

Cheers Sheryl. Legend.

[Steam]

Working on a farm can be pretty damn profitable, some big wages, even for unskilled people. Good luck Mark, you'll be a Cowpoos before too long!
Plus you can tear around on a farm-bike shitter, more fun than riding on the road. And guns... farmers always need rabbits shot.

[DMNTD]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought to be honest.

Wow...you sound like you're like really really grateful eh :mellow:
I hope you don't piss her parents off by being an ungrateful shite because basically what what other options do you have? :yawn:

[Mrs Busa Pete]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.


Ah I did say I wanted skiddy sorted out by the time I got on this morning, and low and behold. :)

Cheers Sheryl. Legend.

Don'y speak to soon.

Mark take Sheryls offer get of your ass and stop being an ungratful little shit.
I dont think anyone else is going to do anything for you.

[Usarka]

Do the alternative then.

Under a bridge? I hope you like waking up with a streetkids cock up your arse and a knife to your throat.

[DMNTD]

Do the alternative then.

Under a bridge? I hope you like waking up with a streetkids cock up your arse and a knife to your throat.

:rolleyes: ahhhhhhhhhh the good ol' days :buggerd:

[Finn]

Working on a farm can be pretty damn profitable, some big wages, even for unskilled people. Good luck Mark, you'll be a Cowpoos before too long!
Plus you can tear around on a farm-bike shitter, more fun than riding on the road. And guns... farmers always need rabbits shot.

With all due respect, I don't think that Mark should be taking advice from a loafer.

[Fatjim]

No way ... you guys can have him .......

No job, no money, no hope ....... wont make it past customs!

I think you'll find its the lack of a criminal conviction thats the tie breaker.

[huck farley]

Try the Sallies in Newmarket. They will take you in, if you get real desperate. The Salvation Army do a great job of looking after the homeless!!

They will even find a job for you if you ask for there assistance.

But surely to Christ, someone must have a spare room in Auckland... Good luck trying to find a place to bunk down.

But like I say If you really get stuck, then try the Sally's.

[-df-]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.

f%$cking speachless.....:bash:

[Str8 Jacket]

at this stage only half of kb have enough sense to see you are a waste of time.

Mate, no one is ever a waste of time. God I know what I was like 10 years agao and im lucky to be alive. You're being nasty and I know you're not the only one. I know alot of you lack the understanding and compassion needed to deal with an "oddball" but I was so very lucky that someone persevered with me and I turned out semi OK.
I would take Mark in if I could but I cant. Best of luck to you Mark, I hope things work out for you eventually.

[MIXONE]

i consider mark a mate, i just tell it how it is.

Shit there's a thin line between friends and enemies aye.:oi-grr:

[Goblin]

Do the alternative then.

Under a bridge? I hope you like waking up with a streetkids cock up your arse and a knife to your throat.Sounds like you speak from experience.:whistle:

[Fatjim]

Mate, no one is ever a waste of time. God I know what I was like 10 years agao and im lucky to be alive. You're being nasty and I know you're not the only one. I know alot of you lack the understanding and compassion needed to deal with an "oddball" but I was so very lucky that someone persevered with me and I turned out semi OK.
I would take Mark in if I could but I cant. Best of luck to you Mark, I hope things work out for you eventually.

Lifes sometimes a long and painful journey. We've been blessed in Welly to know you Hels, as you are now, not what you were or the shitty things you went through.

I'm hopeful the Auckland peeps will be able to say similar in 10 years time, rather than "remember that Skidmark fella, how did he die again?"

[Usarka]

Sounds like you speak from experience.:whistle:

Lets just say I've just worked out why i thought i recognised DMNTD from somewhere...........:blink:

[nodrog]

"remember that Skidmark fella, how did he die again?"

he got bummed to death under a bridge by Usarka and DMNTD :gob:

[Finn]

he got bummed to death under a bridge by Usarka and DMNTD :gob:

Didn't he have AIDS or was it just bad skin?

[nodrog]

Didn't he have AIDS or was it just bad skin?

its must have been AIDS, a sore arse isnt the only side effect of rough homeless bumsex.

[Hitcher]

Can't leave until my 3k of fines to the piggies are payed off.

And I suppose, unfortunately, you're also a New Zealand citizen and we can't get you deported.

[Fatjim]

Yeah, apparently you start spelling things backwards as well.

[k14]

I'll match that. Maybe his folks will stump up for the balance.
Yeah I'll put up $50. Help increase the IQ of both countries :buggerd:

[doc]

Mate, no one is ever a waste of time. God I know what I was like 10 years agao and im lucky to be alive. You're being nasty and I know you're not the only one. I know alot of you lack the understanding and compassion needed to deal with an "oddball" but I was so very lucky that someone persevered with me and I turned out semi OK.
I would take Mark in if I could but I cant. Best of luck to you Mark, I hope things work out for you eventually.

Why is that everyone that defends skiddie, seems to be unable to help ? His parents can't even help.

[Mrs Busa Pete]

[QUOTE=huck farley;1447519]they will even find a job for you if you ask for there assistance.

He dosn't want one well he want's to start at the top he is not prepair to work his way up there. Every job he has had he has lasted five minutes and then turned around and said the boss was a wanker. Guess what mark all bosses are wankers that is why they are the boss.


But surely to Christ, someone must have a spare room in Auckland... Good luck trying to find a place to bunk down.


If i thought for one moment that mark was going to do something about his attatude i would put him up but he is not and he has proved it with this post

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest

Someone offered help and he comes back with this.

[Str8 Jacket]

Why is that everyone that defends skiddie, seems to be unable to help ? His parents can't even help.

Trust me. I would if I could but im struggling to make ends meet myself at the moment!

[deanohit]

skidMark when he was young, the skinny one:

Future skidMark:
Dont you mean this vid?
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[Tank]

:eek5: Skidmark and a tank? :crazy:

Are you looking for a slap?

[Mrs Busa Pete]

Why is that everyone that defends skiddie, seems to be unable to help ? His parents can't even help.

Because all the one's that can help have tryed and then probly been called a wanker for there effort and no one is willing any more.

[Kittyhawk]

It's a 10 acre lifestyle block. Free accomodiation, food, etc time off when he wants, work the hours he wants and will get paid...parents are building a house and Im too busy up here to lend a hand, they are getting past it so I thought it might just give Mark a break out of the city for a while..

Opportunity to learn to drive, digger, bobcat, tractor, etc, maybe get some experience there, so it could open up landscaping doors or get into roadworks when he gets back to Akl or something....just get that exprience first.

Another avenue is that it could possibly lead to dairy farming, I had the offer to work on a rellies farm sharemilking over 300 cows etc... they are prepared to build a 2 bedroom brand new cottage, free rent, meat and get paid for the job as well there....I would have taken it but Im studying and was told that it couldnt work, and I know that already.

It's a geunine offer, and also being based in Tauranga he can still keep in the loop with bikers and going to the pub etc, so its not like its out in the land of the unknown miles away from civilsation.

[DMNTD]

It's a genuine offer, and also being based in Tauranga he can still keep in the loop with bikers and going to the pub etc...
:banana::banana: yippy! :banana::banana:

[Kittyhawk]

:banana::banana: yippy! :banana::banana:

but thats ok, cos you lot have bikes and can just ride away and leave him. :devil2: (please make sure someone in the group has a goldwing or a truck and reverse over the fucker...I've given up helping)

[Ixion]

All the time we think it is a million dollar answer... we will not be able to help him...

Maybe, his parents have not been supportive enough in the past...

I know that his parents have been very supportive. And are very good people. I think their present position is a tough love approach.




More column centimetres have been wasted on this site discussing the pros and cons of the aptly-named skidMark than probably any other member. Indeed the mere mention of this name is enough to initiate a feverish response that will run to hundreds of posts. I am not sure of why some members believe he deserves any serious consideration or respect. Perhaps there is a belief that exorcising the *barking-mad, braindead, irresponsible idiot child* within is cathartic?
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[ManDownUnder]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.

Mark... you have a choice.. it's the option of income and accommodation as VERY generously offered... or live under a bridge.

... your call... and it's not a difficult one.

[skidMark]

It's a genuine offer, and also being based in Tauranga he can still keep in the loop with bikers and going to the pub etc...
:banana::banana: yippy! :banana::banana:

Should i be fearing for my safety?:shutup:

[scumdog]

Get some self confidence, get a job, grow up.

That's all anybody else has done....when is it your turn??

[Brett]

She wants to send me to her parents farm near tauranga, i'm not too keen on the thought ot be honest.

I think it is a very generous offer that you should really consider taking up. Teaching oneself new disciplines is never fun. Be prepared to sacrifice and work hard, but the results will be that you will be successful in ways taht you never knew possible.

[Morcs]

It's a 10 acre lifestyle block. Free accomodiation, food, etc time off when he wants, work the hours he wants and will get paid...parents are building a house and Im too busy up here to lend a hand, they are getting past it so I thought it might just give Mark a break out of the city for a while..

Opportunity to learn to drive, digger, bobcat, tractor, etc, maybe get some experience there, so it could open up landscaping doors or get into roadworks when he gets back to Akl or something....just get that exprience first.

Another avenue is that it could possibly lead to dairy farming, I had the offer to work on a rellies farm sharemilking over 300 cows etc... they are prepared to build a 2 bedroom brand new cottage, free rent, meat and get paid for the job as well there....I would have taken it but Im studying and was told that it couldnt work, and I know that already.

It's a geunine offer, and also being based in Tauranga he can still keep in the loop with bikers and going to the pub etc, so its not like its out in the land of the unknown miles away from civilsation.

Yeah he can have DMNTD and Hedge paying him visits to keep him in line :cool:

[Mom]

Should i be fearing for my safety?:shutup:

No, but you should most certainly be taking this offer up, and going for it. Here is a wonderful opportunity to get out of the rut you have been in, learn some new skills, earn a bit of money make some positive change in your life!

Dont think about it Mark, JUST DO IT!

[vifferman]

I've got three more youfs, if anyone is interested.
One's 18, about to start studenting. That's about all I know about him, as he is about as communicative as a piece of spaghetti (looks similar too).
Second one is Skidmark's twin brother, nearly 21, unemployed, sans licence, not quite housebroken, but not too scary to look at. Knows everything.
Number three is 24, hairyish, still studenting (after 6 years already!), capable in the butchery, chatty, friendly, and semi-trained. Knows everything (but it's a different 'everything', because he and Number 2 can never agree).

They come with three electric guitars, a keyboard, three stereos, assorted computers (5? 7? :spudwhat:), and their own furnishings.

All offers considered.

[Freakshow]

Should i be fearing for my safety?:shutup:

I think you are a very lucky that there are people out there that can make an offer like this to you. Why mock something you don't know about yet. :done:

[Swoop]

Sounds like you speak from experience.:whistle:
He knows how to sharpen a knife??:scratch:

[Disco Dan]

oh... this is still going?

Mark whats the story? You going to Tuaranga or what? Sounds like the best option to me.

[skidMark]

I think you are a very lucky that there are people out there that can make an offer like this to you. Why mock something you don't know about yet. :done:


Because my life is here in auckland and my grandmother is very sick currently.

Do i have to spill my entire life on the internet?

I need to stay in auckland.

[MSTRS]

Because my life is here in auckland and my grandmother is very sick currently.

Do i have to spill my entire life on the internet?

I need to stay in auckland.

Wrong word, Mark. WANT is the one you were after.
AND STOP MAKING FUCKING EXCUSES!!!!

[Disco Dan]

There is a lot of swearing in this thread.

[skidMark]

Wrong word, Mark. WANT is the one you were after.
AND STOP MAKING FUCKING EXCUSES!!!!

So i'm meant to leave when my grandmother is dying?

[jrandom]

So i'm meant to leave when my grandmother is dying?

Is she going to not die if you stay?

:confused:

[MSTRS]

So i'm meant to leave when my grandmother is dying?

Visit if/when you can...But your life goes on regardless of hers ending.

[Ixion]

Because my life is here in auckland and my grandmother is very sick currently.

Do i have to spill my entire life on the internet?

I need to stay in auckland.

Sometimes, Mark, the gods do not include a 'good' option in the list that they present to us. All you can do is choose the 'least bad' option.

Recognising that fact is part of growing up.

Your list of options appear to be


Homelessness, jobless, broke in Auckland . (Probably, Mt Eden before long, because you'll be forced to steal to survive at all)
Home and job in Tauranga .
Which seems the least bad to you? I know which anybody but an outright fool would choose.

You're an idiot. Don't force us to recognise you as a fool also.

We'll come visit you in Tauranga. It's better than prison which is where you'll end up shortly, otherwise. .

[Pumba]

Mark has been sorted...he's leaving Akl for a while thanks to yours truley...

close this thread.

Im outa here.

Kitty your to nice sometimes (the other times well hmmm)

[Mr. Peanut]

More column centimetres have been wasted on this site discussing the pros and cons of the aptly-named skidMark than probably any other member. Indeed the mere mention of this name is enough to initiate a feverish response that will run to hundreds of posts. I am not sure of why some members believe he deserves any serious consideration or respect. Perhaps there is a belief that exorcising the *barking-mad, braindead, irresponsible idiot child* within is cathartic?

Why is it the wise are so often ignorant of the fact they were blessed with intelligence merely by chance?

I'll admit, I'm not particularily empathetic when it comes to Mark, but that's only because I believe that he will need to learn to face these problems himself.

Deriding him in the most anal retentive manner possible solves nothing. Perhaps it is you who needs the cathartic.

[Mom]

So i'm meant to leave when my grandmother is dying?

Mark, my mother is dying! She lives in Thames, I live in Warkworth. I have had to reconcille the fact that I live so far away. My job is here, my home is here as are my husband and child. I ring her every night to check on how she is doing, and visit when I can. It is not rocket science!

[mynameis]

He really needs to learn the hard way guys and I think that's the approach his parents are taking at the moment and if mates bail him out I think it defeats the purpose.

He'll be back to square one after the whole experience, even if he decides to do it. I think the key is for people on here to stop helping him, giving him things on the silver platter.

Let him figure out what he wants in life and what he needs to do to get there. Since he hasn't learnt from so much advice and help offered to him from KB in the past.

PONDER.

[Usarka]

I went overseas when my grandmother was unwell. She died when i was over there, but she was happy I went because she knew it was what was best for me.

Ask your gran if she'd rather have you living like a bum in auckland or doing something constructive and positive in tauranga.

If shes remotely human she'll want you to go. If you care so much about her then you owe it to her to go, if you don't care then stop using her as an excuse.

[mynameis]

I am seriously genuinely willing to put money down the line, on the kid if I know the he will achieve results.

But not my time, enegry and effort.

[Kittyhawk]

Kitty your to nice sometimes (the other times well hmmm)

youre a lost cause bitch...<_<

Well mark if your grandmother is dying, why not live with her and look after her? Problem solved mate.

mm lets see..my dad had

a quadruple bypass then found out he had terminal cancer, was too far gone for chemo so the hospital sent him home to die, hernia, and a 1kg tumour removed...

Him being a determined old man and a so called witch doctor, pulled through the bloody lot and cured himself, latest MRI scan showed everything was normal, so hes making the most of life and building this house...

and while that was all going on Mark, I lived in Akl....Ive turned my back on you now....You visited here yesterday and the door was open you knew it always was...you had the chance last year to become my flatmate and you turned it down...I am helping you find work and you made the excuse about your ankle, well hello my shoulder is ruined (again) and my lower back because of all the lifting involved, but I keep plodding along...I may be a nobody, but at least I can hold my head high and say "I gave it a go" Im looking for another job more suited to me physicially,

shit happens....everyone has their own problems to sort. And everyone on KB knows that I have been there for you....and helped where I can, gave you a bed for a couple of nights last time when you had no where to go.

I've given up Mark, this idea I had was the best I could think of, give you another chance to learn new skills, and be in a felixible role, where you could just develop yurself as a person with out people yelling at you or putting you down...my parents understand because my brother is a lazy ass and wont help them...I need to focus on me and not you and your pathetic excuses anymore.

[oldrider]

Mark, the world does not owe you a living, even the birds and bees have to work.

Natural progression is weaning offspring to fend for themselves, how you do it is entirely up to you now.

Personally, I do not think you are dumb, I think you haven't learned how to get off the pillion seat of life.

Move on up into the rider's seat are and start taking control of your life.

You won't get it right every time but you will get the results you deserve and earn!

Whatever. Good luck! John.

[Disco Dan]

Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life.
Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life.
Some things in life are bad,
They can really make you mad,
Other things just make you swear and curse.
When you're chewing on life's gristle,
Don't grumble, give a whistle,
This'll help things turn out for the best.
Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life.
Always look on the right side of life.
If life seems jolly-rotten,
There's something you've forgotten,
And that's to laugh and smile and dance and sing!
When you're feeling in the dumps,
Don't be silly, chumps,
Just purse your lips and whistle,
That's the thing!
So, always look on the bright side of death,
Just before you draw your terminal breath,
Life's a load of shit,
when you look at it,
Life's a laugh, and death's the joke,
It's true!
You see, it's all a show,
Keep them laughing as you go,
Just remember the last laugh is on you!

[nodrog]

i reckon we should foward all these skidmark threads to Campbell Live, he will become famous for nothing (like the Ingham twins, and that kid in aussie who threw that big party while mum and dad were away). hes bound to make some money from interviews with Womens day etc.

[Finn]

i reckon we should foward all these skidmark threads to Campbell Live, he will become famous for nothing (like the Ingham twins, and that kid in aussie who threw that big party while mum and dad were away). hes bound to make some money from interviews with Womens day etc.

The sequel could be "Meet the parents."

Actually, lets get them on KB. Look out Jerry Springer!

[007XX]

:brick::brick::brick:

I wonder if anyone else if feeling like this too...

If even Kitty has given up, I think that should say something. Oh but that's right...Mark doesn't actually care about what people think of him.

Good luck to you Mark, whatever you decide to do...but you're on your own this time.

[sunhuntin]

id say its a good thing his parents are turning away. he needs to learn to stand on his own two feet and actually understand what real life is like. its not always easy, sometimes its damn near impossible, but slog your way through and you will get the rewards for it.

tough love is exactly what he needs... there can be a case of too much support from his parents, so they are doing the right thing... more parents need to take a stand and do it. i think, however, they should have done this a long time ago.

kitty made a generous offer, and if i was in need of work and board, i would have taken it in a heartbeat.

mark... sucks that your grandmother is dying, but get this: millions of people die every single day, and the world keeps on spinning. the world does not stop for a death, and so it shouldnt. one of the account holders at my work was 2 weeks late paying her account. her excuse? her dad died. ok, thats fine, but my boss is neither a mind reader nor a bank. the late payer runs a business herself, and im certain she wouldnt accept death as a suitable excuse for late payment. [specially when she had the cheque in a car for the whole two weeks, just didnt bother stopping for 5 seconds to hand it out the window]

ive had 5 people die since 2004. 2 of them, i couldnt attend the funerals for. 1 died a week after i returned to nz, and the last time i saw her was 6 months prior. another died the same time as a big gang battle, so we had customers telling us how they figured he died [o, he got shot by gang members, eh?] the day of that young mans funeral [he was 19], i went straight from the funeral home to work... life doesnt stop, even on the day your loved one is being buried.

it will be interesting to see who rescues him this time, cos im pretty sure most on here have given up... as said, if kittys had enough, that speaks volumes. leave him to learn what life really is: hard, but worth it.

[tri boy]

Go sleep under a bridge knob cheese.
Get fucked up the arse, filled with smack and give blow jobs for 50cents to old wino's.
Then, and only then will you wake up to the fact that you and only you can sort out your world.
Or take up the offers of a roof of your head, and a structured day that has been put forward for you by people with much more tolerance and caring than 99% of humans on this planet.

Take the Farmstay Offer.:mad:

[vifferman]

There is a lot of swearing in this thread.
I think you meant to say, "There's a lot of f'kn swearing in this f'kn thread".

[nodrog]

I think you meant to say, "There's a lot of f'kn swearing in this f'kn thread".

cant you fucking spell? :bleh:

[jrandom]

cant you fucking spell?

I think you mean "Can't you fucking spell 'fucking'?"

[nodrog]

I think you mean "Can't you fucking spell 'fucking'?"

fucked if i know

[ManDownUnder]

fucked if i know

Fuck ya Fuckers! Fucking's a fuck of a fucking thing to spell fuck it!

[enigma51]

It's a 10 acre lifestyle block. Free accomodiation, food, etc time off when he wants, work the hours he wants and will get paid...parents are building a house and Im too busy up here to lend a hand, they are getting past it so I thought it might just give Mark a break out of the city for a while..

Opportunity to learn to drive, digger, bobcat, tractor, etc, maybe get some experience there, so it could open up landscaping doors or get into roadworks when he gets back to Akl or something....just get that exprience first.

Another avenue is that it could possibly lead to dairy farming, I had the offer to work on a rellies farm sharemilking over 300 cows etc... they are prepared to build a 2 bedroom brand new cottage, free rent, meat and get paid for the job as well there....I would have taken it but Im studying and was told that it couldnt work, and I know that already.

It's a geunine offer, and also being based in Tauranga he can still keep in the loop with bikers and going to the pub etc, so its not like its out in the land of the unknown miles away from civilsation.

fuck can i take that offer

[vifferman]

cant you fucking spell? :bleh:
Yup, I can.
Can't you fucking spell, "can't"? :bleh:

I wuz jest savin' m' fingers.
Theyz tahhhrred from fixing leaking pipes in muh ceilin.

[Nagash]

Take the Farmstay Offer.:mad:

I think that offer has since expired..

[enigma51]

I think that offer has since expired..

dont blame them

[mynameis]

I had a nice vege roll for lunch and it was yummy. The sun is shining and I am stuck in the office.

[Tank]

Go sleep under a bridge knob cheese.
Get fucked up the arse, filled with smack and give blow jobs for 50cents to old wino's.
Then, and only then will you wake up to the fact that you and only you can sort out your world.
Or take up the offers of a roof of your head, and a structured day that has been put forward for you by people with much more tolerance and caring than 99% of humans on this planet.

Take the Farmstay Offer.:mad:

For fucks sake - The going rate for a blow job is a big mac. Saying that its 50c just devalues the whole service that is being offered and makes it sound cheap and nasty.

[skidMark]

I never asked this to be put up and i did not put this thread up for this very reason, i'm sorting it out myself, i don't need anybody elses help.

I didn't ask for it, i will take control of my own life, i don't need a handout.

Close this thread mods, i'm sick of being told what to do.

Quite frankly it's nobodys business but my own, i know Morcs had best intentions and i appreciate it, but i didn't put up a KB thread because i knew this is how it would go.

Anyways.

Leave me to sort my own life.

Mark.

[MSTRS]

Leave me to sort my own life.



If only you would....then we'd be free to follow up on getting Mikey & Winja back :bleh:

[steveb64]

Are you looking for a slap?

Hey - at least I didn't say "Skidmark IN a tank..." :calm: :whistle: :D

[Steam]

With all due respect, I don't think that Mark should be taking advice from a loafer.

A loafer! :shit: No way.
I worked 65 hours a week near the end of last year to save for my Australia trip, and now I'm studying full time. Sure some people work more, but I reckon 65 - or even 40 hours is enough hours.

I like to cultivate the image of a lazy left-wing loafer (because the babes are hotter), but I'm really a full-time blue-collar wage-slave.

[steveb64]

Sometimes, Mark, the gods do not include a 'good' option in the list that they present to us. All you can do is choose the 'least bad' option.

Recognising that fact is part of growing up.

Your list of options appear to be


Homelessness, jobless, broke in Auckland . (Probably, Mt Eden before long, because you'll be forced to steal to survive at all)
Home and job in Tauranga .
Which seems the least bad to you? I know which anybody but an outright fool would choose.

You're an idiot. Don't force us to recognise you as a fool also.

We'll come visit you in Tauranga. It's better than prison which is where you'll end up shortly, otherwise. .

And which option do you think your grandma would prefer you took?

[zeocen]

I never asked this to be put up and i did not put this thread up for this very reason, i'm sorting it out myself, i don't need anybody elses help.

I didn't ask for it, i will take control of my own life, i don't need a handout.

Close this thread mods, i'm sick of being told what to do.

Quite frankly it's nobodys business but my own, i know Morcs had best intentions and i appreciate it, but i didn't put up a KB thread because i knew this is how it would go.

Anyways.

Leave me to sort my own life.

Mark.

Yeah I fucking hate it when friends give me a solid job, new experiences and a roof over my head too. Those cunts!

You are so fucking retarded.

[mynameis]

Yeah I fucking hate it when friends give me a solid job, new experiences and a roof over my head too. Those cunts!

You are so fucking retarded.

Will you stop fucking swearing in this thread please.

I am sick of you cunts !

[enigma51]

I never asked this to be put up and i did not put this thread up for this very reason, i'm sorting it out myself, i don't need anybody elses help.

I didn't ask for it, i will take control of my own life, i don't need a handout.

Close this thread mods, i'm sick of being told what to do.

Quite frankly it's nobodys business but my own, i know Morcs had best intentions and i appreciate it, but i didn't put up a KB thread because i knew this is how it would go.

Anyways.

Leave me to sort my own life.

Mark.

:jerry::jerry::jerry::jerry:

[skidMark]

Yeah I fucking hate it when friends give me a solid job, new experiences and a roof over my head too. Those cunts!

You are so fucking retarded.

Takes the feeling of achievement out of something if it's all handed to you on a silver platter.

[zeocen]

You mean like when you made a thread asking for a job?

[ManDownUnder]

Takes the feeling of achievement out of something if it's all handed to you on a silver platter.

Never worked on a farm before have you... There ain't no silver coming your way... and splatter is the word - rather than platter.

Dude - it's a job.

Look on the other side of it. Someone went well out of their way to offer you an opportunity, something that digs you out of the shit. And you don't want it because of... yet another excuse? There's a big pile of poo coming your way. I can see it, in fact everyone in this thread can see it except you. Make sure you have a plan B... whatever it may be...

[gav]

Takes the feeling of achievement out of something if it's all handed to you on a silver platter.
No, you moron, you take whats offered with gratitude and then you make something out of it! The sense of achievement will soon follow... :brick:

[Hitcher]

Thread closed, as requested by skidMark.