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TopicWhy do people get history degrees?
masticatingman
12/24/18 8:04:03 PM
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At least if youre gonna do law school, Id argue its the most pertinent bachelors degree you could do. (You have to get a bachelors before pursuing law school in the US).
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TopicIran parliament rejects ban on marriage of girls under the age of 13
masticatingman
12/24/18 8:02:03 PM
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NeonOctopus posted...
Expected India
Got India

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TopicWould it have been ok for me (supervisor) dating my subordinate?
masticatingman
12/24/18 8:00:38 PM
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Nope. Just no.
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TopicOldest person ever was 122 years old
masticatingman
12/10/18 12:55:37 AM
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Paragon21XX posted...
CircleOfManias posted...
The article says she outlived both her daughter and grandson. Fuck that noise.

myzz7 posted...
but the bible says Abraham and some other people lived to 800 years +

u're fake news TC!


Fun fact about that: back then, many cultures used a lunar calendar rather than a solar one. If you divide those lifespans by 12, you get very normal human lifespans, suggesting it was probably a mistranslation.

That's not how lunar calendars work.


Yeah, the Muslim calendar is a very common example of a lunar calendar. And its just a few days shorter than the solar one (Gregorian). So those biblical ages actually are that insane.
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TopicMyths you're sick of people perpetuating.
masticatingman
12/10/18 12:52:24 AM
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If you have a wife (or partner) and kids you deserve your pay more than that single guy/gal who plows through sexual partners.

Completely sidesteps meritocratic sensibilities in favor of social inclusiveness - while seeming to bypass the fact that a lot of younger guys/gals with kids probably werent financially/emotionally ready anyway.
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TopicIf God hate the gays, why did He make them?
masticatingman
12/01/18 8:53:24 AM
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Religion and religious texts are both entirely man-made so I wouldn't obsess too much over it. Hell, Krishna (an avatar of Vishnu, one of the three main gods) in Hinduism actually goes out of his way to extol prostate stimulation...which I'm sure isn't gonna sway a lot of guys to go through with it but regardless.
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TopicMillenials killing industries cause they are poor
masticatingman
12/01/18 7:50:12 AM
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You have to be very high earning as a millennial to really indulge, at least if youre single. Most millennials are gonna have just enough money for rent plus groceries...and then have bullshit for savings.
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TopicWhats netflix' endgame? I thought Daredevil was one of their main shows?
masticatingman
12/01/18 7:45:43 AM
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Their endgame is wholly original shows/movies. Losing Disney content/copyrighted stuff will cost them a solid portion of their userbase...though I think whats already been made will remain put. Ive never seen a Netflix-made property be removed.
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TopicIf a 17 year-old is dating a 16 year-old and turns 18, is it suddenly bad?
masticatingman
11/30/18 7:12:36 PM
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When you turn 18 in high school just dont try to date freshmen or sophomores. Pretty much problem solved unless psycho parents are involved.
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TopicWho's the weirdest person on CE?
masticatingman
11/30/18 7:09:26 PM
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That guy who makes topics about cannibalism
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Topicmy son thinks the jj abrams star treks are better than the originals
masticatingman
11/30/18 7:08:37 PM
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CrimsonRage posted...
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TopicPoll: What do you think is the most interesting period in Germany history?
masticatingman
11/23/18 9:38:39 AM
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Out of those topics, the German Empire, simply because of Bismarck. Man is a history book stalwart. If I could pick anything, I might pick something like the Sturm und drang period. Or the Reformation.
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TopicFamily forgive sentinelese tribe who killed American
masticatingman
11/23/18 7:56:19 AM
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I dont see the point of proselytizing anymore.
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TopicWhy do people still watch Jersey Shore?
masticatingman
11/22/18 4:47:21 PM
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Girls liked it for some reason.
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TopicFavorite of the earlier Disney movies?
masticatingman
11/22/18 4:46:03 PM
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Dumbo.

The scene where he got drunk really left an impression on me when I was younger. Beyond the theme, just the animation was dope. Though to be fair, I'm sure if I was a girl or effeminate I would've certainly liked one of the princess-themed movies more for what they were.

In the 80's and 90's though I think Disney started doing a much better job of making movies that could also appeal to boys - I mean, The Great Mouse Detective was pretty damn masculine in tone looking back.
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TopicYou know one thing millennials definitely haven't ruined? Food.
masticatingman
11/22/18 4:40:14 PM
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My dad is a baby boomer and still goes to Micky Dee's pretty religiously on his business trips. I think 90% of why is because of nostalgia.

As far as the shitty sit-down chain restaurants all over America like Applebee's or TGI Friday's, I would blame Gen X just as much for keeping them alive for the last few decades and being too lazy to do anything better.
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TopicAm I biased in my decades assessment? 70s-great music, 80s-decent music/alright
masticatingman
11/22/18 12:40:30 PM
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Popular music wise Id go 60s, 90s, 70s, 80s, 00s=50s, 2010s. 90s is mostly buoyed by old school rap though.
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TopicViolent dog bursts into school and injures 12 kids.
masticatingman
11/22/18 12:37:11 PM
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Bigger dogs were honestly pretty terrifying to me up til young high school age.

I am guessing you got a ton of dog apologists on CE. Yeah, theyre overall great pets but that doesnt mean theyre exempt from critique.
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TopicJesus Fuck Me, the next Bond movie is STILL going to use Daniel Craig?
masticatingman
11/18/18 10:26:52 AM
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Sunhawk posted...
One more film is fine. After that, he'll definitely be too old.

I don't get, though, why so many people hate playing Bond? I mean, it's Bond.


Physically demanding for (likely) a string of movies; more than that, just overall time commitment; could take precedence over more interesting projects from the actor's perspective; will lead to a lot of comparisons between them and past Bond's by matter of fact; conversely, there's the chance they'll get typecast to an extent going forward since now they're known for being a Bond.
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TopicMy wife spent the last year and a half or more criticizing me for being too open
masticatingman
11/18/18 10:05:22 AM
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She's a hypocritical bitch (obviously) but at the same time take work friends for what they are. Yes, you can be friendly with them and yes, sometimes they will pan out to be 'real' friends regardless of your coworker relationship but more often than not you mainly wanna be friendly to the extent that you could potentially hit them up as a work contact down the line. There is a fine line with saying too much about your personal/outside-of-work life with most coworkers, even if you hang out with them a good bit on your own time. If you're too open, sometimes that info you freely gave away about yourself might be used against you. Just don't forget that coworkers gossip with other coworkers while you're not around - it's always gonna happen.
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TopicLost my debit card for the first time ever today
masticatingman
11/18/18 9:58:16 AM
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I don't know about ATM's eating cards after a set amount of time but regardless, you're fairly lucky if you lost track of your debit card for a couple hours and didn't get severely burned. If it had fallen into the wrong hands your account could've gotten royally fucked.
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TopicITT: I answer your dental related questions
masticatingman
11/18/18 9:50:51 AM
#34
I barely drink soda or eat sweets and I'm conscientious about brushing (and flossing) my teeth.

Honestly it's gotten to the point where I'm considering just not going to the dentist for years at a time, even with having health insurance. I think they're pretty damn pushy about seeing me twice a year.
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TopicNBC News: Gay porn (man on man) is popular amongst women
masticatingman
11/17/18 8:07:20 PM
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gamestunner posted...
It's quite surprising to me actually. All the women I knew or been with were disgusted by it, even 2 men kissing would turn them away.


Women dont usually wanna date bi guys. If a guys ever had gay sex...most women are not gonna see him as a potential mate. So that might explain some of the reaction you get in public. Not to mention watching gay men roughly fuck in a porno and seeing two guys in real life kissing are not one in the same. Compare to how guys like lesbian porn but seeing some butch lesbians kiss in public? Not the same.
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TopicNew season of Narcos is pretty great so far
masticatingman
11/17/18 7:44:42 PM
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So far its great but it might be the most underwhelming season so far. Idk, Im just on the 6th episode. Its very well made but there doesnt seem to be as much intrigue/drama as the earlier seasons. Although the characters/actors are all top notch. Diego Luna as Gallardo is a good counter to Mouras Pablo.
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Topicwhat is the best thing in the world in ones life.
masticatingman
11/17/18 10:06:11 AM
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A combination of having a reliable stream of income, having food/shelter, and being physically fit/healthy. All while hopefully not being incarcerated.
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Topicare you an alcoholic?
masticatingman
11/17/18 10:02:55 AM
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It's kind of funny that if it wasn't for craft beer's explosion in the last couple of years I would likely hardly ever drink. I despise macro brews by and large and I don't particularly like liquor at all, especially in pure shot form. But I am a craft beer fan. I'll consume an average of two six packs a week, which equates to two nights a week for me. To some people that seems like a lot of alcohol. To others it's a blip on the radar.
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TopicPorn - how much do you honestly watch?
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:55:09 AM
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A couple of times a week. I'll usually just put something on if I'm tugging one out. Almost a habitual thing really more than anything - it does sort of add to the experience I suppose.

I almost never browse through porn though. I'll do that maybe once a month. Out of extreme boredom more than anything.
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TopicHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is 92 years old. We might lose her soon.
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:49:04 AM
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Her mom lived to be a 100 or whatever so it may be a couple of years still.

Honestly though, I am kind of flabbergasted both she and her husband are still alive.
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TopicCarrying cash
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:32:41 AM
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Akagami_Shanks posted...
masticatingman posted...
There are some businesses that don't accept cash in more than $20 bills. So, word to the wise. Now if you plan to strictly shop at huge retail businesses then that shouldn't be a problem but still.

the question is how would you split it up. There is no specific purpose, but just if you had to carry cash

I think I would go for 1 $100
4 $50s
14 $20s
10 $10s
20 $1s


I mean, I gave a legitimate response. I personally would not get 100 or 50 dollar bills. I can tell you that if you're planning on getting one's and ten's, that shit will fill up your wallet pretty fast.
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TopicCIA confirms the Saudi crown prince ordered Jamal Khashoggi's death
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:24:46 AM
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Although the CIA most certainly does know the truth about the situation, I do find it problematic using them as a source (especially as part of an overarching political article/argument) considering their track record of blatantly lying to the public.
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TopicCarrying cash
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:20:02 AM
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There are some businesses that don't accept cash in more than $20 bills. So, word to the wise. Now if you plan to strictly shop at huge retail businesses then that shouldn't be a problem but still.
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Topicwhy did HS reading lists suck so much
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:06:42 AM
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Easily my favorite book from high school was 'Lord of the Flies' - was legitimately glad that I was forced to read and discuss that in a school environment.

Although I didn't particularly like 'The Scarlet Letter' I will give Hawthorne props though - he was an amazing writer. Just not my cup of tea.

Biggest thing I would complain about were the Greek plays that I had to read in senior English. I just didn't find them to be that interesting outside of, well, how old they were.
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TopicCanadian professor argues that anime makes people transgender.
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:04:30 AM
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I think people that are into anime get to the point where they think that anime is a legit cultural influence outside of the consistent anime viewer base. But outside of a couple years when it was the go-to kid's programming in the late 90's/early 2000's it's still hugely niche in the mainstream public.
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TopicIt always bugged me how girls don't really played videogames
masticatingman
11/17/18 9:00:00 AM
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They do, they just keep it on the down low I guess. They'll usually get into the puzzle games or RPG's. You might notice how many of those types of game are mobile - it's not like that's done for no reason. Women are comfortable playing games, but a lot of times they don't wanna be seen as that type of gamer that has their own console setup at home and is going at shooters etc. - besides, a lot of console-oriented games lean to a testosterone user-base anyway. But women have always been fairly down with handheld devices and (now) phones to play some time away. Why that is though, I really don't know. Perhaps it's just more convenient and they like that. Or, like I started out with - they can just keep it sort of secret that they're a gamer.
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TopicHoW do you describe handsome?
masticatingman
11/17/18 8:50:52 AM
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Handsome is all in the face plus being a relatively stable weight. You can be handsome and still be a little chubs, but not too much.
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TopicHow rare are these type of people in current world?
masticatingman
11/17/18 8:48:52 AM
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completeboy posted...
over 35 and still a virgin and moral one at that

vegetarian who never ate non veg and never had alcohol beer or drugs

someone who avoids watching porn on internet

someone who never looks females on the road in the wrong manner, avoids looking at them altogether

someone who is shy and calm and just keeps themselves busy on their own without disturbing others

someone who believes in one wife for life and will be a great husband and father

list is big but that is basically me


1) Kind of a pointless thought since 'morality' is about the loosest term you can go on.
2) That would actually be kind of common in some countries. Hindus and Jains at least are pretty damn strict about being vegetarian - and out of that huge population base you're gonna get a solid number that don't do any drugs/alcohol.
3) I don't know...maybe people in countries with terrible internet. So plenty.

And the rest just kind of devolve into pointless drivel. Peace.
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TopicDo you have a retro video game store near you?
masticatingman
11/17/18 8:39:45 AM
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Relatively near me, within a couple miles, yes.
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Topicpost whatever thought you have in your mind right now
masticatingman
11/17/18 8:38:00 AM
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Work has been really slow recently and somebody in the office will very likely get fired within the next few weeks. Out of a few possible candidates, I'm definitely one. So that sucks, especially because I'm a good worker, just not nearly as experienced as some of my coworkers. Just thinking about it makes me loathe office politics.
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TopicHow many times a daydo you brush your teeth?
masticatingman
11/13/18 7:54:00 PM
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Pretty much 1 but...I brush very thoroughly and use listenine.

I brush/floss etc twice a day about 3 times a week on average.
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TopicWatching someone you used to be tight with lose to alcoholism
masticatingman
11/13/18 7:52:43 PM
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Ok
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TopicWhen was America last great?
masticatingman
11/13/18 7:51:53 PM
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Its been the dominant military and economy internationally for a good while but apparently a lot of people dont consider those attributes to be great.
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TopicWhat do you miss about the 90s?
masticatingman
11/13/18 7:46:32 PM
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3D video games being hilariously new

Even bad music then still had a code to its production

Mainly though...the popular rap music was awesome.
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TopicWhat's the most obscure band you like?
masticatingman
11/13/18 7:43:54 PM
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Tomorrows Bad Seeds

They were the front band to an Expendables concert I saw, and I really liked them. Very good reggae rock group...that I think is fairly unknown, at least today.
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TopicHulu's backlog of classic TV shows> Netflix. Why do so many people ignore it?
masticatingman
11/13/18 6:58:19 AM
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Netflix has had the best originals for years. If youre not curious enough to look through their content library, ok, but stop being defensive and just saying it sucks because youd rather mindlessly rewatch shows that play on broadcast/cable tv.
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TopicNames you dislike the spelling of.
masticatingman
11/13/18 6:54:08 AM
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A woman Ive met is called Ashley but has it spelled like Ashlea. To me that is Ash-Leah.
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TopicI don't get religions wanting to ban substances like drugs & alcohol.
masticatingman
11/11/18 12:59:02 PM
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Christianity is fairly lax about drugs/alcohol at least in scripture. The main thing you see are warnings against excess. Obviously Islam is anti-alcohol but youll get a lot of younger Muslims who interpret what is forbidden pretty loosely. Hashish is a historical thing in Muslim areas for a reason.
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TopicDo you think Sega will ever make a console again?
masticatingman
11/04/18 12:34:08 PM
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If they did I think they'd try to follow a Nintendoish format. Which probably would have absolutely no chance at taking off beyond being quickly adopted by 30-40 something nostalgia-obsessed guys who just wanna put the console on their shelf.
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TopicSo millennials tip in their hotel rooms now
masticatingman
11/04/18 11:24:35 AM
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You tip a guy if he brings your luggage up. Otherwise, no. Hotel employees besides bell hops or valets get paid wages that arent expected to be supplemented by tips.
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TopicWhy did you just touch your face?
masticatingman
11/04/18 8:42:39 AM
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Just never touch your face before washing them if you eat greasy food. Youre basically asking for pimples.
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