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Post by StevePulaski on Jan 13, 2012 6:55:55 GMT -5
There's something that's been on my chest for a while, and now I think I should finally get it off. It's about my school dances. In middle school, we paid $2 or $3 and got all access to the dance floor, the basketball court (to play basketball), food, cakes, soda, Little Debbie snack cakes, etc. In high school, we pay $20 in advance or $30 at the door for dancing, stale cookies, and lukewarm water. My friend keeps trying to convince me I'm a loser for wanting some refreshments at a dance. She says that losers go to dances to eat and drink rather than dance. I never said that's all I was going to do. I would dance a little, but I'd also visit the refreshment table a few times. My point is; am I a "loser" for expecting more out of my money? Do you think it's fair to cough up $20/$30 for a dance that only offers dancing and prison snacks for refreshments. I'm not expecting an all out buffet, but I was hoping for at least some soda or some chips. Something that was clearly put into focus and had effort behind it. Before you guys answer the question, put these two others in perspective.
Is it fair to pay $20/$30 to solely dance because that's what they're for?
Is it fair to expect more out of your money in the world we live in today?
Also, the reason for the hefty price-tag is because of the VERY expensive DJ we get every year. At my middle school, we had some regular, no-name DJ. Between the expensive one and the no-name one I spot no clear differences. They both sound the same to me. Just the more expensive one is unconditionally louder.
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Post by zender on Jan 13, 2012 15:26:29 GMT -5
What I meant to say is that unless you have the guts do dance with you know who its not worth the money.
PS: You also don't have the guts to ban me.
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Post by nopersonality on Jan 14, 2012 16:32:58 GMT -5
Well, everyone's cutting services and raising costs. It's been an epidemic for at least - what - a couple years now(?) All you can do is protest by not going. If they have a decent / affordable dance, go to that one. Screw the expensive ones. Just do what seems the most obvious.
My opinion is that - if I found myself in a situation like yours, I would not pay the money / waste my time. Hell, I don't think our dang YEARBOOKS were that expensive. (And I had a HUGE crush on this one guy, and he's not on Facebook or anything, so I'm really sorry I didn't get one.) Would I complain? I'd likely snicker and only talk to the people who care. Not that that's how smooth I was in school / high school. So...
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Post by StevePulaski on Jan 14, 2012 23:22:28 GMT -5
Hell, I always go. I go to say I went. Just if something happens I can say I'm there. Plus, it's sort of nice to see everyone all dressed up in a formal fashion. But then I think it's soiled by all the grinding (which I think is an utterly disgusting "dance)". That's mainly the reason I don't dance. I respect women too much to put them in that sort of demeaning, dirty position. But then I'm a "fag," so I really can't win this battle.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2012 4:06:22 GMT -5
$20 to $30 dollars?!? That is insanely overpriced!  Back when I was in junior high/high school, I never paid that much for attending a dance. Though, this sounds like one of those formal dances (i.e. winter ball, prom, etc), which were never my cup of tea. Heck, I did not even go to my own prom, especially since it was not even held at the high school (outrageous!). So my word of advice is that it is better to go to the inexpensive, casual-attire dances. Or to not go at all, which would not be a big deal. But really, it is all up to you, Steve.  What I meant to say is that unless you have the guts do dance with you know who its not worth the money. PS: You also don't have the guts to ban me. Don't be too sure about that, Zender. Steve will ban any troublemaker that he sees fit. Plus, he is NOT the only staff member capable of banning any troublesome posters. Hopefully, we won't have to worry about you stirring up any trouble. |
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Post by StevePulaski on Jan 15, 2012 9:12:24 GMT -5
All of our dances are semi-formal in the sense where you don't need to look like a Richard Dreyfuss, but you can't show up like a Nick Nolte. I wear the same thing every time I go; blue dress shirt, black slacks, and my slip on shoes. Nothing special. Just try to make myself look presentable. During Homecoming, I hung out, mainly, with several of my friends. During the winter dance, almost none of my friends are going to be there. So, it'll be walking around aimlessly and sitting down for about two and a half hours.
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Post by zender on Jan 15, 2012 16:01:11 GMT -5
Jib, the whole thing about being banned is just an inside joke between Steve and I.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2012 20:56:09 GMT -5
Jib, the whole thing about being banned is just an inside joke between Steve and I. Well, that's good to hear. You do seem like a decent poster, and the last thing this board needs is YET ANOTHER troll.  Please do stick around, my friend. ;D |
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Please do stick around, my friend. ;D