What is something you have never done, and people are shocked when you mention it?

[NHdisneylover]

I've never liked beer or coffee. So many people have told me to just keep drinking them, I'll get used to them. But, why? If I don't like the taste, why force myself? It's not like I need them to survive.

ETA: I have nothing against either. I like wine and mixed drinks, and I actually love the smell of coffee (especially hazelnut). I just can't stand the taste.

Ditto to all of this (except, I do like the smell of coffee, but am not partial to hazelnut)

 

[Skellingtonj]

Not going to happen - please be respectful of that

I can’t. This is

I can understand the other person's philosophy even if I don't personally agree with it but on a side note and not to become political but when people say every vote counts they really mean it.

Our most recent election for the GOP party in our state between the two main GOP candidates (to determine who will represent the GOP party for the upcoming November election which will include who will be the next Governor) was a difference of 343 votes in the entire state between the two GOP candidates. To put that in perspective there's over 500 houses presently built in my one neighborhood so the difference was less than the number of homes in my specific neighborhood.

So for me it's not a gender/role in life issue it's a 'can really have an impact' issue. But on that note plenty of people don't vote at all period so that's the same issue of 'can really have an impact'

I think no more then ever it’s important for everyone to vote. I don’t understand how one can defer to their spouse for something that important. But I’ve said my peace and I’m done.

 

[Luv Bunnies]

I've never had a beer. I don't like the smell and never had any inclination to try it. Also, never been drunk. A little tipsy, maybe, but never out and out drunk. The thought of it just doesn't appeal to me.

Also, there's a tourist attraction about 5 minutes from my house. I grew up in this area, so I've lived near it all my life. I drive by it frequently, but I've never been in. People can't believe I still haven't gone there. I'd like to, I've just never found the time.

 

[DLgal]

I don’t drink milk. Never did. Never will.

Wow. That is shocking. What did you drink as a baby? Human milk is still milk. Formula has a cow's milk base. I imagine you drank milk at some point in your life.

 

[DLgal]

I have never voted. I don’t feel it’s my place. My husband is the head of our household and yes we talk about it somewhat, but he is the only voter.

I won't judge your decision as you have a very specific basis for it and I respect that .

Out of sheer curiosity, though, if something happened to your husband (he passed away or became critically ill and/or incapacitated), would you then vote?

 

[barkley]

interesting, and not judging but just genuinely curios, why dont you feel like its your place? For example say in a local election, would you and your husband hare the same view of the candidates? Would the candidate your husband votes for be your choice? What about in a referendum, say like removing something from the constitution, would you and your husband share the same viewpoint?

Honestly just really curious, as this is something I havent heard, as most women are fiercely proud of and fiercely defend their right to a vote

this was the norm among my parents and their friends when i was a kid in the early 60's. it wasn't biblicly based, just a mindset among them that their husbands worked outside the home and knew more about what was going on 'out in the world' so could make better educated decisions on voting matters. it was also not the norm for our moms to watch the newscasts b/c they were preparing dinner so that left most of them feeling even less capable to make their own voting decisions. not saying it was right or wrong-just the way it was.

came as quite a shock to my father when i came of voting age in the late 70's and he presented me with the same written out list of who/what to vote for in an upcoming election-only to have me say 'thanks but no thanks dad, i can make my own decisions'.

 

[ronandannette]

Things with sauce. I suppose I could use my diamond encrusted 18k gold corn-on-the-cob holders for wings and ribs if I really wanted to.

I always considered chicken wings to be, well, trash. We used to use them for crab bait when I was a kid because they were so cheap. Now they're often more expensive than boneless chicken breast.

I heard that Carnival was a low-end cruise line. I was only on a cruise once, a two night cruise to nowhere out of Miami, to see if I liked it. It was fine for a short period, but enough for me. No desire to go again. Norwegian Cruise lines.

There was a time, maybe but the reputation is largely inaccurate now. Not because Carnival is upscale by any means, but more that the other competing lines are not really much different. Carnival and NCL offer a pretty similar product, as does Royal Caribbean and even Princess to a point. The prices are all about the same too.

As for "I have never...", we've cruised dozens of times and never on DCL. Pretty unlikely that we ever will either.

 

[bigbabyblues]

Drank beer
Been drunk
Used drugs/pot
Been on a cruise
Been on a date with anyone except my (now) husband

I don't know that any of this is shocking, but I am a boring person.

 

[RedAngie]

this was the norm among my parents and their friends when i was a kid in the early 60's. it wasn't biblicly based, just a mindset among them that their husbands worked outside the home and knew more about what was going on 'out in the world' so could make better educated decisions on voting matters. it was also not the norm for our moms to watch the newscasts b/c they were preparing dinner so that left most of them feeling even less capable to make their own voting decisions. not saying it was right or wrong-just the way it was.

came as quite a shock to my father when i came of voting age in the late 70's and he presented me with the same written out list of who/what to vote for in an upcoming election-only to have me say 'thanks but no thanks dad, i can make my own decisions'.

At least most men back then allowed their wives to vote. I have a feeling that poster's husband would forbid her to do so if she ever expressed the desire.

I'm pretty sure my father "told" my mother who she would be voting for back in the 60s and 70s. And I'm pretty sure my mother nodded and then voted for who she wanted. And he didn't dare try that nonsense with me.

As for lesser elections, back in the late 1960's my Catholic parish voted whether to allow Saturday evening masses. My father was against it. They let kids vote, and my mother and I voted yes.

 

[Kitty 34]

I've never seen The Godfather.

I literally just watched 1 and 2 this past week!!

I've never watched Walking Dead.

 

[Floridaman999]

I literally just watched 1 and 2 this past week!!

I've never watched Walking Dead.

I've never watched it either. It just doesn't interest me but it seems everyone around me loves it. I guess I'll just go on missing out on this one.

 

[AnnaFloridaLover]

It’s a Bibical standing - he is the head of our household therefore, he votes. Not everyone will understand, and that’s ok!

I appr coats you asking instead of just attacking me about it

I had no idea that women were not allowed to vote based on the bible. Then again I've never read the bible so I'll have to take your word for it.

I do agree that not everyone should vote just because they are 18 and over. If you don't have a clue about whom you are voting for it's best to stay home. I know too many people who vote a certain way either because it was directed by someone else or only based on party lines. If you are too ignorant, sheltered or oppressed to form your own opinion please refrain from voting.

 

[Poohforyou]

I have never voted. I don’t feel it’s my place. My husband is the head of our household and yes we talk about it somewhat, but he is the only voter.

Oh wait, you're serious?!!!

Actually, assuming you are legally able to vote, this might be for the best. It might be best for your husband to refrain as well.

 

[Floridaman999]

Well, this looks like it's gonna get ugly.

 

[jeff_h]

I've never seen The Godfather.

Me either... never seen any of the Godfather movies, never seen any of the Star Wars movies (nor want to see them).

 

[verleniahall]

Oh wait, you're serious?!!!

Actually, assuming you are legally able to vote, this might be for the best. It might be best for your husband to refrain as well.

how rude can u be?

Sweetheart - I’ve been legal to vote for 13 years - my husband - a US Army Solider - legal to vote for 14 years

I didn’t ask for your opinion on my own personal opinions and beliefs - I answered a question

 

[verleniahall]

At least most men back then allowed their wives to vote. I have a feeling that poster's husband would forbid her to do so if she ever expressed the desire.

I'm pretty sure my father "told" my mother who she would be voting for back in the 60s and 70s. And I'm pretty sure my mother nodded and then voted for who she wanted. And he didn't dare try that nonsense with me.

As for lesser elections, back in the late 1960's my Catholic parish voted whether to allow Saturday evening masses. My father was against it. They let kids vote, and my mother and I voted yes.

He has actually encouraged me to vote - but he respects my reasonings behind not

On the flip side - my mom Votes and so does my dad

It’s a personal belief

 

[RedAngie]

Well, this looks like it's gonna get ugly.

Well, the bait is there.

 

[AnnaFloridaLover]

how rude can u be?

Sweetheart - I’ve been legal to vote for 13 years - my husband - a US Army Solider - legal to vote for 14 years

I didn’t ask for your opinion on my own personal opinions and beliefs - I answered a question

Yes, it's your right not to vote. It's likely for the best regardless of what your husband does for a living or how old you are.

 

[Jennasis]

Never tried cigarettes.

Never watched Seinfeld or This Is Us or Big Bang Theory.