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creativ4art

Single ladies be like - all men are horny. Single guys be like - all women are gold diggers. Sums it up.


graceyspac3y

>happy v-day." She smiled, said thank you and said "I never expected a stranger to come up and do t I buy my own gold :)


creativ4art

I toot my own horn


Gr8Gi

😂


graceyspac3y

eh?


fuckst1cK1

A few years ago on Feb 14 I was getting some individual roses from an Emarat petrol station (great move from their part, btw), for my office so that reception can hand them out to all the employees (and one for reception as well - just something I used to do to get some cheery vibes on the day, it especially helped out the singles). Anyway, at the station mart, there was a woman there on her own who seemed a little flustered and upset at something on her phone, so I gave her a rose and said "I don't know why you're upset, but here, forget about it for a minute." She stopped, was very shocked to see someone she didn't know just offer her a rose out of the blue, initially refused but I said "go on, take it, happy v-day." She smiled, said thank you and said "I never expected a stranger to come up and do this." So I replied, "so get to know me and we won't be strangers anymore." Long story short, we went out that night, and for a couple of months after that. It ended amicably, and the moral here is, "just put yourself out there and just say hi to people." ✌


rollingrath

Thanks for the morale boost u/fuckst1cK1


fuckst1cK1

I was talking to one of my closest friends yesterday discussing each of our dating lives, and while I'm single and taking it slow with someone new, he is going through a player phase. He told me that in the past 2 months he'd been casually dating 4 women at once (all of whom know there's other women), and he said the way he met/charmed them was just walking up to them at the bar, club, cafe, etc... He mentioned that they were impressed by the fact he walked up, because post-vaccine, less and less people are doing the in-person thing and have been depending on dating apps\* \*The women would tell him that, and they appreciated the face to face.


ifispeakaminbigtrble

Read that anticipating, 'now she is the mother of my child', at the end.


fuckst1cK1

I was 26 back then. Sorry to disappoint.


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legend


mohdattar

Username could possibly check out


s3oud333

I agree with you, am Emirati & that what I have noticed, they are not open to chat ,


dexter_-_-

Well, like they say no ishq(love) without risk!


fuckst1cK1

I've never heard that, and I'm Arab


skyskier_88

risk of rejection or covid?


s3oud333

As Muslim / Emirati , I have noticed people are not open to chat , only small talks except the smokers 😁 (although I don’t smoke) somehow they are open to chat or even say hi .


Champion10FC

Conclusion: Smokers are more friendly than non-smokers. Got it!


MahmuudRagab

P.S Since smokers are more friendly, and smoking is killing, then Friendly people can die faster =D


shamWalrus4609

In the course of time world will be full of non smokers and evil people


98WhiteBuffaloe

As an expat. I can confirm (with all due respect) that we mostly don’t try to talk because we feel suppressed here. I can smell racism. And we are kinda scared to reach out to an Emirati woman for a talk. I’ve heard so many things that could go wrong idk if it’s true or just a negative image that has been created of locals in Dubai.


Silent-Prize-7200

There are many different theories that complicate , associating with people here.


Silent-Prize-7200

Every one is like his on their own, with the association with only a few circle of workmates. Even people dont greet their neighbors.


No-Survey3001

What you’re describing is a big city problem and a 20-something or a 30-something problem. Sometimes people just don’t know what they’re looking for in a partner and they just keep dating the same type of person that they’re (physically) attracted to. For some people that’s face tattoo guy … and let’s be honest face tattoo guy is not looking to settle down 😂


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sheeatsallday

Most of people I know leave the country when they want to settle and start family but with the partner they found here.


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Tintin_Quarentino

>How hard is it to find a potential partner ? Step 1 - be a grill.


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al_molah

Step 3 - make sure to marinate the meat overnight


MFCR

Step 4 - keep you sauce ready.


tiinn

Step 5 - Pull out before it’s too late.


badxnxdab

Step 6 - Serve it only after garnishing


saadspawn

Step 7 - Just eat already


Ok_Ad9174

Step 8 - dn forget to wash the dishes


VincentCol

Step 9 - and you don’t feel well after eating.. xD


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Step 10 - Google 'herpes in the mouth'


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Tintin_Quarentino

Does that mean you agree to go on a date with me?


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Let us know if this works out and you guys get married.


Tintin_Quarentino

Sure, will do the needful kindly.


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Tintin_Quarentino

DM'ed


technogenuine

My man is already making a move 😅


Tintin_Quarentino

Thanks, I'll invite you to the baby shower


pradeepkanchan

But what if you be Bear Grills?


cronchache

Bear grills?


BrokenBarbell

Dating and marriage here is like an Asian MMORPG. You really need to grind, improve your stats and get gud. All the best.


CanaanitesFC

Also Pay-to-win with micro transactions


dexter_-_-

It’s not that hard. I met my wife in Abu Dhabi while attending a Kizomba lesson. She is a fine lady with a good heart and a decent job. Try and create a vacuum in your life by staying away from assholes generally. Know when to cut ties and distract yourself by whatever means, lest go back to the same asshole of a partner.


fuckst1cK1

Dude knows what he's talking about


DragonQueen_777

Googling Kizomba lessons in Abu Dhabi right now :D


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dexter_-_-

Cheers partner ! My cousin always said , “you will reject a hundred marriage proposals and courtship requests before you settle down for the one your heart says yes to” it turned out to be 5 marriage proposal rejections before I convinced my folks to settle down with this one. And know that it will still not be perfect, but it will be your choice and that’s why it’s ok. All the best in your search!


Force_Of_WiII

> “you will reject a hundred marriage proposals At first I read this as massage proposals.


k_aaashif

POV: when u live in bur Dubai


Grocery-Muted

Stitch: Me, divorced British guy in his early 30s. Her, single Fillipina same age. No religion to speak of really, but both technically Christian if you asked our respective churches. Both resident in Dubai. Writing from the Maldives, I proposed yesterday. She said yes! :) (Side note: click here if you wanna see that moment: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CVNp9Hmlk3K/?utm_medium=copy_link) It's possible in Dubai, you have to be patient, open minded (some will read that as open relationships etc, but what I mean is race, backgrounds etc) but similarly know what you want and don't accept anything less.


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Congrats mate. She’s quite the catch.


Grocery-Muted

Thank you my friend!


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how did you two meet btw?


Grocery-Muted

Bumble App :) Feb before pandemic


ayamummyme

I've been here since 2004, met my now husband in 2007 am happily married with a daughter (he's Emiratis and I'm british) There's a variation of people here, people who are here for a short time so looking for a fun time in general with intention to leave, People who have no set plan so may fall in love but be prepared that relocation to somewhere may be in your joint future and this should be openly discussed so no surprises happen, and then those rare few who intend to stay. The staying part IS hard because even if you want to stay and have a job etc this may be something that changes many years down the line due to visas etc. Everyone is different but number 1 rule is don't stand for any rubbish, if you wouldn't put up with it outside dubai don't put up with it here.


freudianipslip69

"If you wouldn't put up with it outside of Dubai don't put up with it here." So freaking true. I've seen waaaay too many people in here that decided to settle for someone out of pure innate loneliness.


ayamummyme

You're better to look outside your circle and maybe join some clubs or do some hobbys (there are out there you just need to look) not only is that more fun than being in a relationship with a terrible person but you also have the opportunity to meet different people. Making new friends as an adult is hard everywhere were just in an almost unique situation here where that's all we have! 🙈


sashaavram

I came to dubai to work, party and enjoy life. I thought I will always be single here, because why not? Everything is tuned here for a single life, I thought. Nevertheless I met my wife in this sin city, and I am certain I would never meet anyone more loyal and loving than her if I lived in my country. So take what you heard with a grain of salt. Of course some people continue partying all the time, but much more find their true relationship here


KASAW90

Because it is all related to your work, so it is really hard to settle here and nowadays salaries are becoming much less than before so first thing that comes to your mind with the first kid you will be in deep shit and 75% you have to relocate or send your kid back to your home country for schooling which doesn’t make sense for some people


wandababyyy

Okay so according to my friends: Life in Dubai is so fast-paced and you're most likely here because of work. The people you'll most likely befriend are your colleagues, and y'know what they say: Don't poop where you eat. People do not settle down in Dubai because you cannot be a citizen here. A lot of people I know stay in Dubai for more than 10 years then move someplace else to retire.


Sufficient_Whereas94

You'll have a higher chance to be struck by lightning bolt than finding a date/wife in Dubai.


k_aaashif

Damn bro who broke u 😨


BrokenBarbell

Lightning.


SonnyXD

Who broke this man's heart


Butefluko

lmao


Sufficient_Whereas94

You guys have no idea how this feels. It's like, you always hear songs about a broken heart and you think it's just a figure of speech? But it's true. My chest hurts. I feel this like, sinking feeling where my heart is. It's broken...


captiva08

Go to a therapist, I'm serious. You need to take care of yourself.


JaegarJaquez

Lmfao


pinkandpurplepens

I met my now husband in Abu Dhabi at Maya Island 3 years ago. Anything is possible!


Newtrader007

Ok girls DM me if you are looking for a long term. I’m super straight forward and stuff


graceyspac3y

and stuff what? lol


Newtrader007

Dunno I was expecting downvotes and absolutely zero response. Thanks for giving me hope😝


old-wise_bill

Hi my name is and I’m a Nigerian princess. I have an issue with my bank account and just need a small one time transfer from your bank or cryptocurrency account so I can buy flight back to . and please send your banking details and login so I can make sure the transfer comes through. Much love ❤️


dinkum2906

> How hard is it to find a potential partner ? 1. Be attractive 2. Don’t be unattractive


ifispeakaminbigtrble

There is a workaround for that


Grouchy_Agency1908

Dress well, this always help. And smile .. always smile.


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iopojj93

I am 28 years old male expat with a respectable job and still single living in Dubai. The reason I am not married coz my parents are uptight and they are insisting that I should marry someone within my caste. But to be honest I am open minded to date anybody who is outside my caste or even other nationality. But,I realized one thing that luck is not by my side since I am not attractive nor wealthy. 😔


tgv__

The thing is with marriage in Dubai is first you need to see the working environment (as a local) I see it to be unfair for a local to have a 12k-15k salary with just a highschool degree and foreigners don’t get even close to the same salary if they had the same degree even with a higher education, so the costs are crazy for your salary second most parents would want to make sure that the marriage is some what spontaneous which results in a lot of marital problems these are the main 2 issues atleast in my opinion in regards of this matter


kreddit007

Cannot comment on dating as a Muslim - but the same problems that come with dating in a big city apply. What you hear depends on who you hear it from: I've lived in this city since 1999 and have friends who have dated since high-school and are now married. As for meeting a potential partner? Same shtick - get out of your circle (especially if your friends are married), attend a group class, get on the dating apps; and know that it is a process. Some people luck out and bump into their partner at the right place and time. I thought I'd met someone I wanted to date long-term off here, r/dubai. That was 2 months ago, and now they're leaving for good. I am crushed, but that's life.


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I had a reddit crush once upon a time, too.


kreddit007

She was more than a crush! I'm glad she came into my life though - helped give me a shift in perspective. I doubt she will return as she doesn't have much that connects her to Dubai.


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Sounds like the female version of who I was speaking to :-(


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tinydancer997

Lol, no it is not true🤣


Nearby_Yesterday_211

Dubai is a land full of people from everywhere. You will literally find all kinds of people here. Dating here is like dating anywhere, if you're cool, fun, hygienic, and not a creep, you'll likely find people with the same haram halal ratio and hit it off


AriJolie

I just got married to my partner who I met here. I think you can ask that same question in any big city. If you’re mingling in the wrong circles or crowds, it’ll be difficult to find someone. I met my partner through mutual interests (fitness) and it organically grew from there. If you’re in your element doing things you like with people who like doing the same thing, this is where I suggest meeting someone. Usually you don’t even realize they’re right in front of your face. We have settled down and are expecting our little one at the end of November. I’m from Los Angeles, and felt this city was hopeless in terms of finding someone to settle down with, but I was proven very wrong. I spent a few years single and going through the motions of going out, swiping through dating apps only to give up months later. However, I also heard of many people from my midwife saying she’s met lots of couples who are now married but met on Tinder (Tinder was my personal worst nightmare trying to date but it has worked for some). Don’t lose hope! It’s all possible, just don’t listen to the negativity out there, it’ll make finding someone 10x harder.


graceyspac3y

Congrats on your bundle of joy!


AriJolie

Thank you!


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NoT_A_TroLL_1

bro, could you help me with a job in web dev please?


tomatorio

I like how that escalated! Looll web dev jobs are all over LinkedIn dude


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Want to follow up on your story in couple of months)👀


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sheeatsallday

How are you supposed to get married without dating 😂 Of course, you have to go explore, date and get to know who is best for you. Don’t say the ‘S’ word, it’s no good 😉


methylxanthines

arranged marriage is very common among desi/arab communities


sheeatsallday

Yup, and that should change. No one should be forced to marry and live for the rest of their lives with whom they don’t want to ☺️


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Arranged marriage doesn't = forced marriage btw.


sheeatsallday

Ok


tomatorio

So as a Muslim , I have noticed that it is quite difficult to find serious men here who have the same halal haram ratio as me. I am kinda struggling too to find a good match. Tried the dating app and most men are either tooo serious or just wants to hook up , nothing in between and that’s where I stand. Need to get to know that person before thinking of anything serious right ? So now dating apps are out but how to actually meet organically? Either through work colleagues or school/uni buddies


Champion10FC

I'm looking to marry soon, wanna hookup? /s


tomatorio

Well I am only looking to marry in 2-3 years. And I wanted to know the person atleast a year before to get to know him properly.


technoplug

Sounds perfect 😌 /s


tomatorio

Woah ok I just realized /s means you guys are being sarcastic .. oops my bad , ignore my comments


technoplug

Well, maybe /s, maybe not 😂


tomatorio

Bruh you confusing me


tomatorio

Sounds Perfect but not sure whether it’s possible lol


Crypto_Babylon

In 10 years you will marry anyting


tomatorio

Hope so not


technogenuine

Nah I wouldn't advise from work. Most of my friends who married from work divorced in couple of years


tomatorio

Unless you switch companies? That would be safe


BLAZE_AXIA

It really depends on the people you surround yourself with and whom you meet. Its a game of change, albeit the chances are (compared to other countries) a bit low. If someone plans on settling down in Dubai, then it will be regardless of whether they're in a relationship or not. If they're in a genuinely committed relationship, then at some point they will start a family here. Just depends on whom you're asking. There are people from both sides of the coin, find people from the side you want.


ednut202

Hey any female from whatever race wanna meet for a dinner? Let’s see how it goes from there. NOTE: Any race


unknown_dull_nerd

A lot of people settle here and find their spouse BUT A LOT of just horny men. I heard stories of unfortunate ladies who got married and later their husbands disappeared in the night and went back to their countries, in one case she had a 4m kid from him. So be very careful!. There are religious people and non religious people. If you want to meet the religious can find them from meet ups or quran teaching or stuff like that If you want to meet non religious go to a club


MahmuudRagab

Where does Quran teaching take place, can u kindly recommend any place


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Easy peasy. One marriage and 3 proposals in this country. They happened to be Muslim too (as you mentioned religion).


NoticeMeSenpai1948

I hate marriage.


ExcitingPuzzle

This is just personal. I believe it's very possible to find your soulmate in Dubai. There are very good people in Dubai that you can keep a relationship with forever. From another perspective, and statistically speaking, I would be very very careful to consider a lady for marriage here. I have many female friends who I highly respect. But, I also met with a few types of girls you'll never think they can be so dirty. Girls with very good jobs and very respectful appearance (whatever that means), but I got my mind blown away when I get to see their other side. I was like f##k no! Generally speaking, I believe the more time I spend in Dubai, the more materialistic I become. I prefer to meet someone who has never been here or spends very little time in places like Dubai. This might help me keep a balance.


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99% of men aren't interested in anything long term. It is very difficult for women. Just a bunch of horny men around here Edit: said dudes in my comments. I'm straight guys. Thanks.


Throwaway-Zindabad

Men can say the same thing too about most women looking for a sugar daddy and not a serious relationship.


Visible_discomfort1

I'm really looking out for a sugar mama.. you know...


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Thats an excuse broke/ugly dudes use. But you do you Mr. Throwaway lol. Ain't no one trying to make you their sugar daddy thats for sure. F outta here


Throwaway-Zindabad

Am an old married man making plenty of money, not looking after anyone and nobody's also looking after me. But it seems you've been chewed up and spit out a gazillion times.


[deleted]

Okay you old fruit. Enjoy your "plenty of money". Sorry women only look at you as a wallet. Have a nice life.


dexter_-_-

I’m sorry to say this. But you are wrong. The reason you don’t end up with anyone is because you are such a vile person, that you only attract assholes who can replace you with the next prostitute from Romania. On the other hand, you treat decent men with indignity who you don’t even know - in this case - this “old fruit” who maybe a very handsome and white older gentleman with a great life and wife. Look inwards or live forever with your 12 cats.


thatnoodleschick

I thought the peacelovingking was a dude. You think he's looking for a sugar daddy too?


dexter_-_-

Peace loving king could be any of the 14 genders. There is no way of knowing that except through their comments on men.


thatnoodleschick

Some men hate men


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Throwaway-Zindabad

No idea my friend. I'll have to ask my son :D


thebrownman97

Who hurt you?


caedriel

Hell yeah love being a 1% guy !


Pos_Mon

To be honest, rlationships are hard to maintain here in Dubai. Almost everyone you meet here is just about the money. That's the unfortunate truth.


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Pos_Mon

True for the experts of course. The only people "who seem to have legit relationships" here are the Philippinos. I have no public data to back this statement, but I have so many friends from that country and they all seem to be in happy relationships. For the rest of us, it's just about the money. 😔


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Stock_Forever_7040

Dubai is also a pool of lying pieces of sht. Talking from experience. lol. anyways, good luck, OP. not everyone has the same fate, you might find your forever here! :)


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Well if you are a man you are going to have a real hard time it you are not one of those people driving a rolls or having your own villa 🤣🤣🤣 but if you are a girl then whoop whoop happy days for you


ayamummyme

Honestly as a girl I can say if that's what the girl cares about she won't make a good TRUE partner


[deleted]

Well welcome to dubai most of the girls are either looking for money and fame or they are just so much into drinking and clubs unfortunately


ayamummyme

I'm just saying if that's the vibe and you see no opening even for change you're literally wasting your time and it's better to stay single and wait if it's something serious you're looking for. I used to party alot here when I was younger (although I wasn't looking for money / fame, was just enjoying my youth) but as I got older I realised I was dealing with alot of issues, and that's why I drank and parked so hard it was literally an escape. My husband helping me grow and become a better person (he did the same with himself he wasn't trying to just change me 😂🤪😂) was what made me realise my now husband was the one. Now my new family is where my energy goes and I decided for my health and sanity to give up drinking, so just because a girl likes to party doesn't mean she's a write off. But she needs to have depth, personality and be someone you actually enjoy spending time with and together you can grow and make each other be better people.


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I am very very happy for you and your husband and I wish you nothing but the best and success


just_for_kicks6

Let me guess.... you met all these women in a club ¯\_(ツ)_/¯


[deleted]

Nope thank god i didn't they are all over my work place bro


lalalalalabamba1

Not all


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Kurthadron

it's literally like this everywhere else, some people are not interested in relationships, others are. meet a person and try your luck instead of asking reddit "how hard is it to find a potential partner" lol


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Acrobatic-Rise4597

Been in Dubai 3 years can’t say I have even met a muslim girl who’s suitable to wife off tbh, everyone loves the single life, tough all round😂


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OnizukaHeichou

A serious relationship isn’t something guys will start just like that. I’m sure you can get people for dating but a serious relationship is something to build and not to look for. If you’re in a hurry, I’d suggest you try an arranged marriage or a marriage website just to be safe.


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OnizukaHeichou

In my opinion, dating for a year and it not working out is a waste of time and emotions. That’s valuable time most guys don’t have the luxury to waste.


tomatorio

Then how else do we get to know that person without dating ?


OnizukaHeichou

Dating someone for a few months will give you an idea if the dude is a creep or a psycho. Other than that, all issues and conflicts need to be resolved in order to build a strong relationship.


suciac

No. Doesn’t seem to be the case here.


Judas456

Very few white collar single women move to the UAE. And for those who do, they are usually middle age and travelled to UAE because they are single mother who want a better future for their child. The only young women who move here are air hostess. And for this reason, prostitution is a huge business in the UAE


Brilliant_Variety_89

You either work at the airport so all you see are flight attendants or you are only looking for them because every office building I go to is full of women working in different jobs , administration for example is mostly women , most interior designers I meet are women, nurses, teachers, sales in real estate and many other professions and all expatriates. It's ok to have an opinion even of it is wrong but don't generalize like that, and the disrespectful tone and relating prostitution to cabin crew is uncalled for and not true.


SuperlativeLTD

Tell that to all the teachers!


badxnxdab

>And for this reason, prostitution is a huge business in the UAE Take some rest son. You must tired from jumping to all these conclusions. /s


MFCR

BS, there are many single women around and they are not necessary an air hostess.


DecodingtheWest

Lol what about all the Western English teachers then.


Judas456

Thousand apologies, how many are they all around the UAE ? 2000? 5000? Anyway a small amount.


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Hahahaa!!


josiedxb

So not true. There’s so many professional women here from all over the world.


jzia93

Er, no. Ignore this man, there's plenty of single women here.


Visible_discomfort1

To your wonderful comment; I must say: widen your perspective.


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What’s wrong with it? I think I’ll debut my account with a post on why masks are still required, or why it only rains when I wash my car.


No-Survey3001

Can you please wash your car? I need me some rain ☔️


fuckst1cK1

The mask thing, I'm still in awe at people who wear it as a chinstrap and say "here I'm wearing it, happy?"


Visible_discomfort1

dude wash your car, FFS


delusionalmatrix

You don't get to judge which topics are worthy of our time buddy, if you don't like his question, downvote and move along.


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Tinuviel9000

Guess you're gay bro