Sun, 11 Nov 2007 14:53:41 -0800 http://seattle.shmeng.com/ Seattle Shmeng en-us http://seattle.shmeng.com/images/logo.gif http://seattle.shmeng.com/ webmaster@vibechild.com http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29545 SLUT -- Streetcar's unfortunate acronym seems here to stay By KERY MURAKAMI P-I REPORTER There's a story going around South Lake Union, but a spokeswoman for Vulcan, Paul Allen's development company, says it's just an urban legend. Sun, 11 Nov 2007 14:53:41 -0800 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29544 Today in the news a pedophile from Washington state who moved to L.A. was complaing because the community and the city have come together and have banned him from going anywhere near chilldren permanently. In his words it's "Orwellian" and "nightmarish.". He also said he thought L.A. would be a nice place for him because of all the kittie attractions. He also said earlier in the week he was moving back to Washington. Sun, 11 Nov 2007 14:48:44 -0800 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29543 Print and cut out this card, which has the 10 most likely responses you'll get from Seattleites if you bring up any negatives about their city. Wait for the discussion to end, hand them this card, and tell them to have a nice day. Better yet, if you're a betting person, bet them that you already know their responses and then hand this to them to collect your prize. Wed, 08 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29542 Whatever appealing &/or positive info you've heard about Seattle, forget it! The reasons why I moved to Seattle are as unclear to me now as an alzhiemer's patient trying to focus or remember anything. However, here are some random fading memories, make of them what you will: Mon, 06 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29541 Saying Seattle sucks means different things to different people. If you talk to someone who moved here, they'll likely have a litany of complaints, not the least of which being that the locals are passive aggressive, socially retarded weirdos. If you ask a local, they'll tell you that Seattle sucks because of all of the "transplants" (that term is overused in this area) who came in and changed the place. So who's right? Sat, 04 Aug 2007 13:51:38 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29540 Thought I'd try to post something for the benefit of those who're thinking about moving to Seattle, are visiting this site, and may not believe all of the basic Seattle sucks posts. Here are some things to consider if you fall into that category -- or maybe you're already here and have buyers' remorse over the move. I see two basic groups of transplants: Involuntary transplants: Corporate moves, military, born here, etc Voluntary transplants: self explanatory: for whatever reason, you actively sought to move out here. Sat, 14 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29539 Today was another typical ride home on the bus. At 3rd and Pike we picked up all of my friends at the needle clinic who need to ride 3 blocks to the next stop. A fight ensued on the bus between "Crack Chick"" and "Meth Boy". The bus driver did not stop and demand for them to get off the bus but instead said "this is a nice bus...everyone be nice". Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29538 Any description of this Individual is open to discussion. He is always in this site trying to "Prove" Seattle does not Suck. Is he right? Happy hunting!!! Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29537 These are the things that I have gathered to find out How Seattle Sucks. You be the Judge: 1. Try ordering an Americano in any Starbucks when you are in a hurry. ( it will Literally take all day). 2. Try driving Speed limit and you will find yourself STUCK 10 miles less than the limit due to the SLOW driving of the rest. (Most of them brake incessantly every 20 seconds for NO REASON). Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29536 There was a time when Seattle was actually a decent town but unfortunately all of that went out the door. Fortunately, there is one Northwest town that has gotten it right so far. Portland, Oregon. I just went for a visit a few days ago and here's what I have to say about Portland. Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29535 I hate Seattle and the University of Washington. I lived there between August 2002 and May 2003 while attending the University of Washington. Ah! It was the worst year of my life. Seattle is a lifeless, dreary shithole, and the University of Washington is full of the most anti-social and despicable people I have ever encountered. Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29534 I worked for an initiative/referendum campaign some time ago. I had moved out from the East Coast for the job. What I've read on this board does sound oddly famliar. I guess I did experience some serious passive aggressive behavior in the course of my employment. I just never really thought much about it until I stumbled onto this site. Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:28:51 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29533 Seattle is so full of "progressive" "LIBERAL" hippy fuckers that are so high and mighty driving their little hybrids, biodiesels, or riding their damn bikes in the road. Not to mention this place has the worst weather anywhere... Seattle..The only place where MOLD can grow on the middle of the interstate. Fuck off Seattle. Tue, 22 May 2007 00:02:36 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29532 I gotta tell ya, you blow me away Seattle. From filthy disgusting hippies, dumb ass pc liberals and affirmative action assholes, you take the cake Seattle! You cant build a decent transportation system, the crime here is unbelievable since you are a wannebe ghetto, you homeless situation is out of control and you have no good place to eat (Or smoke) and close up at 8pm. Sun, 20 May 2007 00:04:40 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29531 Seattelites, and Washingtonians have an interesting concept of what's "rude," or polite." My theory is that they exist in a solipsistic bubble of self-entitlement, that includes no obligations on their part and that they should get respect, but give none in return. Fri, 18 May 2007 15:47:49 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29530 I grew weary of living in Chicago for over ten years. It seemed like a city on the decline. I couldn't find technical work, I was burned out, and it was time to leave. The last straw was getting parking ticket for a location of the city I had never been (there was a transcription error of the offender's license plate). I fought it for a year and eventually had it dismissed. The modis operandi of the city is to dig in, send nastygrams, and assume the person will give up fighting it and pay. Tue, 01 May 2007 00:18:53 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29529 Let's compare everyone's favorite city to. . . Sun, 29 Apr 2007 00:02:10 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=29528 Ok, this takes the cake. Check out this website and article on Doggie Yoga and only in Seattle. I wonder if Blueberry man has his pooch enrolled http://dsc.discovery.com/news/2007/04/03/doga_ani.html?category=animals&guid=20070403113000&dcitc=w19-502-ak-0000 Thu, 26 Apr 2007 00:14:13 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26258 Let me make this clear - I am not opposed to protests. We as Americans have that right. And, I will defend it to the hilt. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 00:01:17 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26257 This has got to be one of the dumbest places to live. Let's try to out law lap dances-but it ok to buy a hand gun 3 days out of a mental home. When they had a rash of school shootings they bought maps of all the schools instead of metal dectors. Duh what the fuck is that going to do? Why not stop school shootings at the door like most citys do. They call this shithole metro natural but no one uses transit, they all drive hummers, they dump raw sewage in to the sound, there's lots of smog and thers a large patch of ocean thats called the dead zone where nothing can survive. Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:05:38 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26256 It seems like every cheezy sitcom or comedy movie has the stereotypical "weird guy" character I always thought was too one-dimensional and exaggerated to actually exist in real life.... until I came to Seattle and found a town filled with them! Anyway, here are a few off the top of my head: Wed, 18 Apr 2007 01:03:37 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26255 I am from San Diego, and if I tell any "seattleite" that I am from San Diego they automatically tell me, "you must hate it here huh"? Well no shit! I am here on orders from the military, not by choice. Depressing ass weather, people, traffic, cars, style, coffee, city, no young people, just bearded fuckin inbreds. Fuck you very much seattle! Mon, 19 Mar 2007 23:02:09 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26254 James K. Polk was the 11th president of the United States, in the late 1840s. Part of his administration was spent arguing with England over the Oregon Boundry. Polk used the famous rallying cry "54-40 or Fight" meaning he wanted to draw the line at latitude 54-40 (if you don't know where that is, look up Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, which is just over 53 degrees, so it'll give you some idea). Tue, 13 Mar 2007 01:50:10 -0700 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26253 I agree with all the criticisms sited below. The depth of Seattle hospitality is a mile wide and an inch deep. In Chicago people are gruff at first, but genuine, and actually give a shit, and take a genuine interest in what you are about. Sat, 10 Mar 2007 00:25:02 -0800 http://seattle.shmeng.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26252 Has anyone noticed how shitty the housing is in Seattle. It is like all of the houses are variation on the Brady Bunch home. This is the most overpriced city for what you get anywhere. What is crazy is people will tell you that you need to see the inside to appreciate these home. I think for $500k I should be able to live somewhere that you can drive to and be proud of... Wed, 07 Mar 2007 15:27:50 -0800