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doctor_j_craneFor reasons totally unrelated to the recent flood, I've recently turned my mind to the issue of barge romantic relationships. [Crane sounds awkward just saying it.] Frankly, I'm confused as to why anyone could ever think that it ever would work out. Ignoring numerous public examples of messy arguments between wardens and inmates alike, I've never in my experience heard of a prison being described as a good dating environment. While the inmates do obviously suffer a certain lack of options, it's the wardens that persist in romantic liaisons that surprise me.
How can your supposed relationships have real meaning if they have an expiration date date? Or would you be willing to give up your family, friends and universe for one person who seemed like a good option while you were in a prison? You can believe me when I say that it isn't only unrealistic, it's unhealthy. It's no more valuable than a relationship forged in a war zone, done by the same messy necessity and a certain need to settle for what is available, no matter how substandard. It's disturbing how easily you all seem to give in to the delusion that it means something. It doesn't. It just has that sliver more meaning than the rest of your pointless existence on the barge. Furthermore, it's a disservice to your inmates and not to mention a failure in your duties as wardens. You're not here to find meaningful relationships with each other. You're supposed to be helping us.
[Pause. Crane sounds slightly more amused.] I hadn't done this in a while. It's highly therapeutic for me to tell you all the ways that you're wrong. I recommend it highly to other inmates.
[Private- Edward Nygma]
It could be slightly related to the flood. [The longest pause.] I'm not sure that I want to talk about it. I do apologize though.
[OOC: Whoops, going to do that post and run thing. Will be back in eight hours, after sleep. <3]
How can your supposed relationships have real meaning if they have an expiration date date? Or would you be willing to give up your family, friends and universe for one person who seemed like a good option while you were in a prison? You can believe me when I say that it isn't only unrealistic, it's unhealthy. It's no more valuable than a relationship forged in a war zone, done by the same messy necessity and a certain need to settle for what is available, no matter how substandard. It's disturbing how easily you all seem to give in to the delusion that it means something. It doesn't. It just has that sliver more meaning than the rest of your pointless existence on the barge. Furthermore, it's a disservice to your inmates and not to mention a failure in your duties as wardens. You're not here to find meaningful relationships with each other. You're supposed to be helping us.
[Pause. Crane sounds slightly more amused.] I hadn't done this in a while. It's highly therapeutic for me to tell you all the ways that you're wrong. I recommend it highly to other inmates.
[Private- Edward Nygma]
It could be slightly related to the flood. [The longest pause.] I'm not sure that I want to talk about it. I do apologize though.
[OOC: Whoops, going to do that post and run thing. Will be back in eight hours, after sleep. <3]
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private; I love it. Although I did say 'mate' yesterday and :ced at myself.
Date: 2011-07-03 11:50 am (UTC)[Pause.] No, that's different. They're not the same sort of investment most of the time.
private; xD; rofl. It's cool. The other day, I was all "I NEED A BRITISH CHARACTER." ..I have one.
Date: 2011-07-03 11:55 am (UTC)[...]
[Fine.]
What would you say if I said I was in a romantic relationship?
private; xDDD <33
Date: 2011-07-03 12:01 pm (UTC)private; <33 xD;;
Date: 2011-07-03 12:33 pm (UTC)[...] No, not Capa. But he is a warden.
private; <33 xD;;
Date: 2011-07-03 12:40 pm (UTC)[Pause.] Hayley, that isn't a good idea. There's an awfully large power imbalance between a warden and an inmate.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-03 12:45 pm (UTC)[Pause.] There's not that big of a difference between that warden and me. I have a weapon, I have my own space. I can go to the warden only levels pretty much anytime I want. I can request things through people pretty easily. I mean, it's not ideal, obviously? But it's really not so bad. And he's not one of those power-hungry wardens either.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-03 12:48 pm (UTC)It's not the same. If he were to accuse you of something, who would be believed? He can ask the Admiral for whatever he wants. Furthermore, he's abusing his position. I want to know who it is.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-03 12:50 pm (UTC)I'm not telling you who it is if you're going to act like this. You just condemned all warden-inmate relationships anyway. Why would I ever open up to you about something like this when you're obviously just going to find some way to use it against me? [Defensive. :|]
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-03 01:01 pm (UTC)I'm not attempting to use it against you, Hayley. This isn't a hostile action. I just think that whoever it is better have a rather good explanation as to why they've chosen to use their position of power in such a dubious way.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-03 09:38 pm (UTC)'Dubious?' How is it dubious? And why do you even care?
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-04 01:55 pm (UTC)I care about the fact that you're setting yourself up for a relapse. He's going to betray you in one way or another and you're going to get your revenge somehow. Probably complete with a week in zero.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-04 06:49 pm (UTC)I'm not that stupid.. and I don't resort to violence just because someone betrays me. It's like you don't know me at all. [She would totally get revenge, though.]
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-05 01:56 pm (UTC)I'm not necessarily referring to physical violence. I, of all people, appreciate how much mental damage can be inflicted if you play your cards right.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-08 06:19 am (UTC)I'm not going to attack him in any way, or vice-versa. Why don't you just admit that you're worried or jealous or being an asshole or whatever it is that you're doing and we call it a day?
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-08 11:51 am (UTC)None of those things have anything to do with my motivation. [Lies, the first and last are right on the money.]
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-09 06:21 am (UTC)Then explain it or just.. go away?
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-10 09:27 am (UTC)I don't particularly feel like it, but I will say that I'll assist you in dealing out some revenge if it all goes pear shaped.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-10 09:50 am (UTC)[A pause.] ..I think I get it. Thanks, Jonathan. I'll let you know.
private; <3
Date: 2011-07-10 09:54 am (UTC)private; <3 awwww gleeeee ;_; s1finale
Date: 2011-07-10 10:00 am (UTC)private; It is the best. <33
Date: 2011-07-11 04:55 am (UTC)