NAMES

[grumpy]

#5537

At one time someone inferred that my name (GRUMPY) is not appropriate. Well, since it is somewhat of a nick name, and nick name are given, not taken. I asked someone.. what I should use. There was only one someone around, and she was 9 years old. Since I had just sent her to bed, and she was pissed, she said grumpy.

I would be more than willing to change it (is that possible WEBMOTHER?) if youse guys (y’all in Dixie)would care to make suggestions.. Obviously I’m being brave here since I’ve offended most of you at least once (Not too worried about the dixies… they would get lost in NYC).

Is anyone else brave enough to open themselves to ridicule and abuse?

[tailfeather]

#41987

How bout Duster?

Reason being, as I recall….you had a pretty bad arse stache.:D

[sinawalli]

#41988

After reading your reply to the sleeping pad thread by Dave, I’m going with “Half Pint”!!

[Ralph]

#41989

What’s wrong with Grumpy? I see no problem. Pretty much fits:D Was that “y’ouseall? 😉

[skinner biscuit]

#41990

“GRUMPY” offensive…..NOT!!!!

[William Warren]

#41994

I got mine changed after I first joined. Everybody seemed to be using their names so I did too. But I like Grumpy, its cool and besides you have to earn a nickname so wear it with pride. 😀

[wahoo]

#41998

I like Grumpy – wasn’t that one of the 7 little guys ??

[David Petersen]

#42005

My grandson calls me Grumps. But mostly he doesn’t call me at all. 😕 Wasn’t Grumpy Snow White’s favorite? 😆 Can’t beat that!

[Robin Conrads]

#42006

It is possible to change your user name, (anyone can) but I think you should stick with Grumpy. I was reluctant to change my user name to Webmother–it sounded so “bossy”–but when you get a good nickname you should use it.

To change a user name you can A.) use this link: https://www.tradbow.com/members/department7.cfm or B.) email me. 😆

[1shot]

#42593

WebMother is fitting and shows respect for all the work You do for this site, and it’s members Mamm (Please remember this post when/if I post something “questionable” hehehe)

Nicknames can be respectfull, so keep it Grumpy, it could give you lee-way in the future…

My “oneshot” nickname came from Dad/friends hearing a single shot off in the woods ” Yup, heard one shot this morning out at the end of the Valley, Dave is coming out with game”

(I’ll not admit to my second nickname(cruel bunch they are, but factual) while in the Marines, except under the effects of massive amounts of alcohol… hehehe)

[joe03]

#42605

skinner biscuit wrote: “GRUMPY” offensive…..NOT!!!!

X2

[WyoStillhunter]

#42664

Grumpy is a great moniker. Why would you want to change? Lots of nicknames are contrary to the characteristics of the person. Besides, the older you get — and we hope you eventually get alot older — Grumpy may become more and more descriptive.

[WyoStillhunter]

#42666

PS — I serve as the Archdeacon of the Episcopal Diocese of Wyoming. That means I am the “coordinator” of the deacons across the Diocese. I was no sooner appointed than one of the female deacons nicknamed me Archie. That has proven to be helpful because it reminds me of the comic book character. From that point on it has helped me NOT take myself too seriously. And at least no one has suggested Jug Head. Now that would be too much to live with!

Lesson learned: Try to be proud of your humility.:roll:

[Doc Nock]

#42674

I wanted to wait and see how this went.

My only issue here is not easily (or at all???) being able to click a moniker and find a person’s real name, unless they choose. Sometimes in PM’s an such it would be nice to actually know a name behind the pseudo.

As for Grumpy…well, your humor and dry whit always is a joy to me…if you can see the ironic for the inane, then you be my type curmudgeon I like, and Grumpy is a very, very cool name…

When I see it, it reminds me of that joke that goes, Sometimes I wake up Grumpy…and sometimes I let her (him?) sleep!“

Wyostill,

You sure she wasn’t referring to Archie Bunker?? :shock:8):roll:

[Bruce Smithhammer]

#42702

“Sir Grumpus?”

“Lord Grumpalot?”

“Grumpasaurus?”

Whew, that’s all I’ve got. I’m exhausted.

[Mark Turton]

#42770

I recon your stuck with Grumpy.

Mark.

[David Coulter]

#42901

I never considered changing my name, since it would still be me and, with certain modifications from time to time, I am and you are sort of stuck with me. I like Grumpy and never thought it had anything to do with an accurate description. best, dwc

[David Petersen]

#43016

As I recall from the X-rated version of Snow White, Grumpy was the studly one!

[Col Mike]

#43118

I believe Web Mother has spoken–so let it be done:D Besides most of us can relate to that call sign.

What x-rated version of snow white?

[sinawalli]

#43194

colmike wrote: I believe Web Mother has spoken–so let it be done:D Besides most of us can relate to that call sign.

What x-rated version of snow white?

Google will answer that for you Mike. That’s how I found out, was going to post a link, but….! Lol

[Murray]

#43378

Any name given by a 9 year old should be treasured, never changed. Besides, everytime I see your name, it makes me grin, and think about some of my exchanges with my grandkids.

[grumpy]

#43767

Murray wrote: Any name given by a 9 year old should be treasured, never changed. Besides, everytime I see your name, it makes me grin, and think about some of my exchanges with my grandkids.

WOW!!!! Never expected such a response!!! Only one suggested alternative (which I think is demeaning lol).

I guess Arwen’s choice shall remain. Murray’s post really clinched it. I’m wondering if Murray’s grandkids are “constant companions” as Arwen is? Did your grand kids come with a built in motor mouth?

Sitting here in bed with Audry, Sat morn with cartoons, and a 10 year old phone call in the background. When Audry saw the quip about grumpy/studley she said “Can’t change it.” A woman of few bit insightful words.

While I feel really grateful for the response (didn’t think youseall really paid me that much attention) I was also hoping for more comments on other names. On the other hand aside from half pint there weren’t any insults. You can do better!!!!

Now where is that link to dirty snow white??

[grumpy]

#43777

A more serious comment…

My real name is SHORT UGLY OLD MAN WITH A WHITE MUSTASH, WEARS A DIRTY OLD HAT…” Ironic that I am the guy in the back of a DR office trying to verify insurance coverage based on the patients nick-name.

It would help if we all had our location under our name. Since we cover such diverse climates it is needed as a frame of reference. And PLEASE no summer pics while I need snowshoes to fill the bird feeders.

[paleoman]

#43862

I think you once said you were or once were a roofer? So, it was Shingles:lol: I’m with the rest, stick with Grumpy.

[Doc Nock]

#43887

paleoman wrote: I think you once said you were or once were a roofer? So, it was Shingles:lol: I’m with the rest, stick with Grumpy.

SHINGLES is NOT a funny name at our age!!! Thankfully, I dug up my $80 copay and got my vaccine!:shock:

Glad you felt blessed, cause I meant it when I said your wit tickled me in nearly every post you make (not counting the serious ones).

[grumpy]

#43913

SLATER, not a roofer. 15 years hanging from a rope on slate roofs. Only fell once… WHAT A RIDE!!!!

[Doc Nock]

#43995

I ran into a couple slate roof repair guys…

They said there was always ONE primary rule on roof team: NO SPITTING!

They said just spit was enough to slip and slide right off a slate roof!:shock:

[Murray]

#44481

Grumpy, first of all, I’m a Dixie from West Tennessee. Raised on a dirt road, picked cotton by hand, raised quarterhorses, and still say “Yes, Ma’am” to my Mama.

I’m retired, but babysit 4 of my gkids. My 4 year old gdaughter has never seen me without my white beard. One day she was in my lap talking to me. I hadn’t shaved my cheeks in a few days, and suddenly she was staring at my face. When I asked, she said “Papa, you’ve got little tiny hairs growing out of your face. JUST LIKE A DOG!”

I wouldn’t take a million dollars for things like that.

[grumpy]

#44795

Doc Nock wrote: I ran into a couple slate roof repair guys…

They said there was always ONE primary rule on roof team: NO SPITTING!

They said just spit was enough to slip and slide right off a slate roof!:shock:

With sun and no wind the slate is 20 to 40 deg hotter than air temp. Can’t tell you how many times I slipped on my own sweat puddle.

[grumpy]

#44798

MURRY!! High Five!! Just goes to show that with all of our differences, where it really counts we are exactly the same. lmao Keep those little ones safe and happy!!

[grumpy]

#44806

So we should call Murray dog face??

[Fallguy]

#45123

I think we have established when you get a nickname that can be used in public you should keep it. Mine was first given by a 12 year old student in one of my Bowhunter Ed. classes. I ran into him and his parents a year or so after the class. He introduced me to them as “The Fallguy” because that is the portion of the class that I am responsible for. I have been referred to by that name by many different people on many occasions over the years so it has stuck. How I became the resident expert on the topic is another story.:wink:

[grumpy]

#45128

I wouldn’t want to share those gory details either.:D

[WVSTICKMAN]

#45202

When I was 17 I won the NFAA 3D Nationals in 1994. With a compound then. Lol. All my buddys started calling me Bowmaster just goofing around and the still call me that till this day. I use it as a username on some poker games I play on the net. You would not believe how many guys say something. They will be like who do you think you are. Or Bowmaster. Yea right.I’m like I didn’t nickname myself. Blame my buddy’s. Haha. What does it matter what a nickname is. It’s something someone made up for you. I guess they was just jealous their buddy’s never gave them a cool nickname. 😆

[grumpy]

#45384

I would go with that last line. I didn’t name myself short, ugly, old man with a white mustache, either

[Murray]

#45513

Didn’t Charlie Brown try to nickname himself Flash, or something similar. And Lucy gave him what for when he let it slip.

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