Strange compliments

Cloud · 03-14-2009, 10:12 AM

I got my MRI done yesterday; I feel like a microwaved burrito!

But I got the strangest compliment after I was through. At one point, they had me hold my breath repeatedly so they could get clear pics of the abdomen. The tech said afterwards, "You're a great breather! Are you a swimmer or a singer? We get people in here all the time who can't hold their breath, and they get crappy pictures. We got great pictures from you."

I told him I trained as a singer in my youth, which was true. Or maybe I just have strong abdominal muscles.

But it could just be all those bong hits.

What strange compliments have you received?

SteveDallas · 03-14-2009, 10:45 AM

Well "strange" is in the eye of the beholder I guess . . .

On more than one occasion, when donating blood, I've been told I have easy-to-find veins, and/or that I bleed quickly.

Pie · 03-14-2009, 11:03 AM

Yeah, 'good bleeder' is one I've gotten.

Cloud · 03-14-2009, 11:21 AM

well, that's better than me. My whole life, they've had a problem finding my veins. They're in there, guys, I promise!

Shawnee123 · 03-14-2009, 01:11 PM

I've been asked to just stay in their chair for the day, donating blood. They kind of "ooh" when they get my arm because the vein is so "accessible."

Right out of college I had a job pushing people to buy photos after they came in for their "free 8 x 10." (I didn't last long...I hated it.) One guy was looking at pictures of his son, who was not an attractive kid. He asked me something like "which one do you think he looks good in" and I responded something like "well, I don't know him personally, which do you think captures his personality?"

He said "You're very diplomatic."

freshnesschronic · 03-14-2009, 01:21 PM

I shave my head, to a 000 all around.
When they see my drivers license at age 16 when I had a bowl cut, they say "good thing you don't look like this now

" so happy for my current hair styling.

Glinda · 03-14-2009, 02:19 PM

Once had a (male) co-worker compliment my eyebrows. How odd!

A few weeks ago, I was at the bank chatting with the teller as he handled my transaction. Another customer followed me out as I left, and stopped me to compliment me on my voice. She said she had been blind for awhile (dunno how that works), and as a result she was quite sensitive to people's voices - she said I had a "lovely melodious tone and an enchanting laugh."

Who knew?!?

Edited to add: Just noticed that I'm a "Wet Nurse's Aide." That could be taken a couple of ways. *giggle*

jinx · 03-14-2009, 03:40 PM

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Once had a (male) co-worker compliment my eyebrows. How odd!

Is it even more odd then that my husband has given me compliments on my eyebrows several times? He really likes them...

My OB complimented me on my pushing ability when I was giving birth. Asked if I was an aerobics instructor....

lumberjim · 03-19-2009, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jinx

Is it even more odd then that my husband has given me compliments on my eyebrows several times? He really likes them...

Your eyebrows are phenomenal! as are your lips, hair, nose, & earlobes.....so are your shoulders......the nape of your neck.....your toned arms, your rock hard abs, hip bones.....that little crease that goes from there to ...another good spot..... I could go on, but I figure I've embarrassed you enough by now.

Tulip · 03-19-2009, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by lumberjim

Your eyebrows are phenomenal! as are your lips, hair, nose, & earlobes.....so are your shoulders......the nape of your neck.....your toned arms, your rock hard abs, hip bones.....that little crease that goes from there to ...another good spot..... I could go on, but I figure I've embarrassed you enough by now.

I find this incredibly sweet for a husband to post!

sugarpop · 03-14-2009, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Glinda

...A few weeks ago, I was at the bank chatting with the teller as he handled my transaction. Another customer followed me out as I left, and stopped me to compliment me on my voice. She said she had been blind for awhile (dunno how that works), and as a result she was quite sensitive to people's voices - she said I had a "lovely melodious tone and an enchanting laugh."...

Is it just a coincidence then that your screenname is Glinda?

Tulip · 03-15-2009, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Glinda

Once had a (male) co-worker compliment my eyebrows. How odd!

This is odd because it came from a male or the compliment to the eyebrows? I've had several compliments on my eyebrows. I didn't think it was odd. The compliments did come from women though.

Glinda · 03-15-2009, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Tulip

This is odd because it came from a male or the compliment to the eyebrows? I've had several compliments on my eyebrows. I didn't think it was odd. The compliments did come from women though.

Odd because it came from a guy. At that time in my life I was uhh.... moderately bodacious, and my eyebrows were pretty much last on the list of things guys noticed!

Glinda as a Washington intern, circa 1984.

xoxoxoBruce · 03-15-2009, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Glinda

Odd because it came from a guy. At that time in my life I was uhh.... moderately bodacious, and my eyebrows were pretty much last on the list of things guys noticed!

That's why he said it. If he had said anything else you'd have probably just chalked it up to another line. It ain't easy being original.

Cloud · 03-14-2009, 03:47 PM

Kegel Olympics?

03-14-2009, 10:12 AM	#1
Cloud ... Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 8,360	Strange compliments I got my MRI done yesterday; I feel like a microwaved burrito! But I got the strangest compliment after I was through. At one point, they had me hold my breath repeatedly so they could get clear pics of the abdomen. The tech said afterwards, "You're a great breather! Are you a swimmer or a singer? We get people in here all the time who can't hold their breath, and they get crappy pictures. We got great pictures from you." I told him I trained as a singer in my youth, which was true. Or maybe I just have strong abdominal muscles. But it could just be all those bong hits. What strange compliments have you received? __________________ "Guard your honor. Let your reputation fall where it will. And outlive the bastards!"

03-14-2009, 11:03 AM	#3
Pie Gone and done Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 4,808	Yeah, 'good bleeder' is one I've gotten. __________________ per·son \ˈpər-sən\ (noun) - an ephemeral collection of small, irrational decisions The fun thing about evolution (and science in general) is that it happens whether you believe in it or not.

03-14-2009, 11:21 AM	#4
Cloud ... Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 8,360	well, that's better than me. My whole life, they've had a problem finding my veins. They're in there, guys, I promise! __________________ "Guard your honor. Let your reputation fall where it will. And outlive the bastards!"

03-14-2009, 01:11 PM	#5
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	I've been asked to just stay in their chair for the day, donating blood. They kind of "ooh" when they get my arm because the vein is so "accessible." Right out of college I had a job pushing people to buy photos after they came in for their "free 8 x 10." (I didn't last long...I hated it.) One guy was looking at pictures of his son, who was not an attractive kid. He asked me something like "which one do you think he looks good in" and I responded something like "well, I don't know him personally, which do you think captures his personality?" He said "You're very diplomatic." __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

03-14-2009, 03:47 PM	#15
Cloud ... Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 8,360	Kegel Olympics? __________________ "Guard your honor. Let your reputation fall where it will. And outlive the bastards!"

03-14-2009, 10:45 AM	#2
SteveDallas Your Bartender Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Philly Burbs, PA Posts: 7,651	Well "strange" is in the eye of the beholder I guess . . . On more than one occasion, when donating blood, I've been told I have easy-to-find veins, and/or that I bleed quickly.

03-14-2009, 01:21 PM	#6
freshnesschronic Professor Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,555	I shave my head, to a 000 all around. When they see my drivers license at age 16 when I had a bowl cut, they say "good thing you don't look like this now " so happy for my current hair styling.

03-14-2009, 02:19 PM	#7
Glinda Fucktard Resistance League Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: 1.14 acres of heaven Posts: 1,512	Once had a (male) co-worker compliment my eyebrows. How odd! A few weeks ago, I was at the bank chatting with the teller as he handled my transaction. Another customer followed me out as I left, and stopped me to compliment me on my voice. She said she had been blind for awhile (dunno how that works), and as a result she was quite sensitive to people's voices - she said I had a "lovely melodious tone and an enchanting laugh." Who knew?!? Edited to add: Just noticed that I'm a "Wet Nurse's Aide." That could be taken a couple of ways. giggle

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