Things you never answer. Ever.

[FalloutJack]

So, I WAS going to ask something along the lines of "What do you want?", but then I thought it might be more fun to ask...what you will never answer. What's the one thing a person should know better than to ask, that thing you would rather stare them to death over than even dignify with a response?

Please phrase in the form of a question and, of course, no answers.

 

[Just Ebola]

"Are you anorexic or something?"

Nothing get's my goat quite like someone casually asking if I have an eating disorder just because I have a slender frame. I grew up skinny and had to hear that all too often, to the point that I no longer have any patience for it. I've put on a slightly thicker trunk as I've matured but I'm still considered on the thin side.

The cheek of some people.

 

[tippy2k2]

How much wood could a wood chuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood? You know how much he would chuck? He would chuck a Mind Your Own Fucking Business worth of wood!!!!

I guess it depends on who was asking would be the biggest factor. If people on the internet wanted to know why I'm not a Christian anymore, I have no problem spouting it off but if my super religious grandmother asked me, I will change the subject immediately. If my Mum wants to know my opinion on flag burning, I will have no problem letting her know that I'm A'OK with it (though I'd never do it myself) but if my super patriotic grandfather asked me, I would change the subject. If my Dad wanted to know my opinions on guns in America, I would have no problem saying that I think the America would be waaaay better off with much stricter gun laws but if my uncle with his "A bullet is faster than 911" cover on Facebook asked me, I would change the subject.

So frankly, I'm not sure there's a question I wouldn't answer depending on who asked me. Unless you're a cop! You gotta tell me if you're a cop you know! It's the law!!!

 

[Silentpony_v1legacy]

"So...this is enough to get you out of the bed in the morning, huh?"

Simply because its utterly devastating and makes the other person feel like a complete loser who has nothing to live for. Usually its in reference to their job, or relationships, or hobbies or really anything. Such an utterly contemptible question.

 

[Barbas]

"Castration or Big Brother?"

 

[Silentpony_v1legacy]

"Castration or Big Brother?"

That's a no-brainer, and soon a no-baller!

 

[FalloutJack]

"Castration or Big Brother?"

Barbas, if anyone really asks you that one on the street, it's time to call the men in white coats to take them away.

 

[Evil Moo]

"Are you a girl?"

Technically this, when directed at me, is not so much of a question as it is a direct insult. The asker always knows the answer is no. They are just using it to point out that males are not allowed to have long hair. It has been a couple of months since I last had this question posed to me, that might be a new record.

 

[Remus]

Ever dance with the devil in the pale moonlight?

But seriously, "Why are you always smiling?" This after I had received my first full paycheck since the Bush economy. Did I want to tell the person this? No. I'd just enjoy the stuff I was finally able to buy when I got home.

Or I could answer

 

[Hawki]

So, I WAS going to ask something along the lines of "What do you want?", but then I thought it might be more fun to ask...what you will never answer.

Tell me who you are first, then we can talk. Otherwise it shall end in fire.

 

[FalloutJack]

So, I WAS going to ask something along the lines of "What do you want?", but then I thought it might be more fun to ask...what you will never answer.

Tell me who you are first, then we can talk. Otherwise it shall end in fire.

Bad news for Remus...perhaps. So, you were saying?

 

[DeliveryGodNoah_v1legacy]

"Are you a girl?"

Technically this, when directed at me, is not so much of a question as it is a direct insult. The asker always knows the answer is no. They are just using it to point out that males are not allowed to have long hair. It has been a couple of months since I last had this question posed to me, that might be a new record.

You get asked directly? And not just be small children? Ouch.

I just get called "Ma'am" constantly, even ever since I've started growing a beard. People of all ages just look at me for a split sec and only see long, beautiful hair. Again, EVEN WITH A BEARD, some people don't realize they are talking to a dude until I actually speak.

 

[DeliveryGodNoah_v1legacy]

"Do you live in your parent's basement?"

I live with my folks despite being 24 years old, but I have my very own room and tribute to the house. I go to work, I attend college (almost have my AA actually) and go out whenever I can with friends. Apparently it's taboo in California for people to still live with mommy & daddy. Excuse me, do you know how expensive it is in California to live on your own? No job that pays below $20 is going to get you a cozy place, even an average apartment unless you have a few friends to share it with / help pay the taxes with.

Not only that, I have to pay for gas ... my car insurance, my college books, my classes, and more. I can't afford to move out because i'm hit with other things I need to take care of. I'm lucky to have folks whom still love me and are willing to let me stay at their place. Besides, why would that automatically make me a hermit in a basement if I live with my parents? People I swear ...

I'm actually terrified of this situation, and it's technically already here. I turn 23 this Friday, but like you I have a job, I contribute to paying for the house, and there's tons of other things I have to pay for as well. I realize I have it better off than a lot of people that are just tossed out on their asses when they turn 18 or 20, but it doesn't mean I'm the stereotypical, balding basement dweller who doesn't contribute to society.

 

[Kolby Jack]

"Everyone has a fetish, what's yours?"

I have one. I'm not saying what it is because frankly I don't need to be judged on that sort of stuff.

Non-sexual, probably more common question...

"What kind of diet are you on?/What's your exercise regimen?"

I plan to try to lose some weight soon (I know what it sounds like), and every time people find that out they start hurling advice at me that I don't need. I have a loose plan. If I wanted your advice, I'd already be doing it. Nothing you're telling me is something I haven't or can't google, so if I'm not doing it that way, it's because I don't want to.

 

[Dirty Hipsters]

"Do you live in your parent's basement?"

I live with my folks despite being 24 years old, but I have my very own room and tribute to the house. I go to work, I attend college (almost have my AA actually) and go out whenever I can with friends. Apparently it's taboo in California for people to still live with mommy & daddy. Excuse me, do you know how expensive it is in California to live on your own? No job that pays below $20 is going to get you a cozy place, even an average apartment unless you have a few friends to share it with / help pay the taxes with.

Not only that, I have to pay for gas ... my car insurance, my college books, my classes, and more. I can't afford to move out because i'm hit with other things I need to take care of. I'm lucky to have folks whom still love me and are willing to let me stay at their place. Besides, why would that automatically make me a hermit in a basement if I live with my parents? People I swear ...

I'm in the same boat. Also live in California, also have a job and contribute to society, and also live with my parents.

California is expensive, my parents' house is conveniently located 5 miles from my job, and honestly I'd rather live with my parents than with roommates, because at least I know my parents clean up after themselves.

Dating can be kind of awkward though, and when I bring a girl to my parents' house it makes me feel like I'm in high school all over again. I have to remind myself "I'm an adult, I have a 401k!"

 

[FalloutJack]

"Everyone has a fetish, what's yours?"

"I punch people who asking stupid questions."

Wow, privacy much? That is very not cool to ask.

 

[Kae]

I don't think I've ever bothered responding to anybody that has asked me the question, Are you gay?

I just don't think it's relevant, nobody needs to know unless they are looking to go out with me but considering I've only ever been interested in one person, it's not really important since it's highly unlikely that I would like anyone else, I mean it's not impossible but I'm 25 and I've only like one person in my entire life so it doesn't matter.

And completely related, "Is he/she hot?"
I get asked that question a lot and I honestly don't know how to answer because I don't care, I don't see anybody that way besides the one person I've liked for over a decade that I kind off have an on and off relationship with.

 

[Bob_McMillan]

"What's that on your arm?"

I have a severe case of Keratosis Pilaris. I was uber conscious about it back in the day, and it still irks me when people ask me about it.

 

[Gray-Philosophy]

Nothing!

Try me!

http://www.troll.me/images/angry-samuel-l-jackson/i-dare-you-i-double-dare-you-************.jpg

 

[axlryder]

Not really a question so much as a statement, but anytime someone starts a sentence with "you do realize... right?"

I don't often get this one directed at me, because I tend not to talk much around the sort of person who would say that, but even if I hear them say it to someone else it really gets my goat. It burns my biscuits. It steams my clams. It grinds my gears. It tans my hide.

Gosh darn it, it makes me mad.

Also, I tend not to like it when people ask me if I've found Jesus or what religion I am (in a way that presumes I have some sort of religious affiliation).