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Title: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Adamm0621 on March 11, 2012, 07:33:38 PM
So I've been back from Afghanistan for two months now, and I've been living the dream...

Not a week has gone by when I haven't hooked up with a beautiful woman.  I've been putting my life back together piece by piece, and I'm better than I've been in a long time.

I've replaced everything that my Ex and I owned together, minus the entertainment stand for my TV, and the kitchen table and chairs.   I've got new furniture in the living room, a new bedroom set, and a Tempur-Pedic bed to go with it.  The bathroom and the kitchen are completely new, down to the shower curtain, and the last piece of cutlery.  I've got art and pictures of my son on the walls, and candles in the living room and bedroom.  I'm on a first name basis with almost every employee at Bed Bath and Beyond, as well as Pier 1.  The end result is that I come home at the end of each day to a place where every aspect and every detail appeals to me.  I haven't been this comfortable or happy in years... :)

Two days ago, I put the last piece of the puzzle together.  I got myself a new toy... I've been driving the Ford Focus that I bought for my Ex ever since I got back.  I ended up getting stuck with it, because it was in my name, and I was making the payments.  I paid it off last September.  I thought about holding on to it since it was paid off, but it ended up being a daily reminder of all the bullshit that I put up with for her.  I wanted a vehicle for me.

On Friday, I put a down-payment on, and signed the paperwork for a 2012 Chevy Camaro.  I'm going to pick it up on Tuesday (the actual model was at a dealership 300 miles away).

I've always been in to motorcycles... I've never been a car guy.  That being said, I haven't been this excited about a purchase since I got my Monster two years ago.  This baby has everything:

It's a model 1LT, Black w/ black cloth interior, 323hp V6, 6 speed manual transmision, RS package (20 inch wheels & LED headlights), connectivity package (USB and Bluetooth), leather wrapped steering wheel and shifter, power sunroof, and high profile spoiler...

I'm in love...

I'll post pictures of the Camaro when I pick it up!!!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: teddy037.3 on March 11, 2012, 08:09:42 PM
 [beer]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Zulu on March 11, 2012, 08:57:22 PM
Welcome Back Home!

 [beer]  [thumbsup]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: hbliam on March 11, 2012, 10:30:41 PM
Sweet. I have one of the new retros as well. Challenger. Welcome back.


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Monsterlover on March 12, 2012, 12:52:11 AM
Rockin!

[thumbsup]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: rockaduc on March 12, 2012, 02:11:27 AM
Congratulations!!!   [beer] 
Thanks for your service.


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: DesmoDiva on March 12, 2012, 02:31:35 AM
 [thumbsup]   [beer]

Welcome home!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: RAT900 on March 12, 2012, 03:10:50 AM
Good for you...you earned this and then some...enjoy it!!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: ZLTFUL on March 12, 2012, 07:44:03 AM
It may be petty of me having gone through the same kinda shit but *hi5*.
My ex decided to screw me over while I was on active duty nearly 1800 miles away.
Seeing her reaction to all of the great things that have happened in my life is such sweet vindication.

 [beer]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: VisceralReaction on March 12, 2012, 10:31:45 AM
excellent you so deserve it after the rash of shit you went through.
 [thumbsup]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: lethe on March 12, 2012, 10:37:46 AM
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Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: mitt on March 12, 2012, 12:23:48 PM
 [thumbsup]    [Dolph]   [drink] 


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: The Bacon Junkie on March 12, 2012, 03:34:16 PM
The best revenge is living well... [thumbsup]

At least living better than she is...   [evil]

 [beer]





 [bacon]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Adamm0621 on March 12, 2012, 07:07:26 PM
I decided to get a sports car, as I couldn't justify the price of a new truck...  Especially with the price of gas the way it is.

Sweet. I have one of the new retros as well. Challenger. Welcome back.

I definitely wanted American Muscle. It was a toss up for me between the Challenger and the Camaro... I love Fords, but I'm not a big fan of the Mustang. 

It may be petty of me having gone through the same kinda shit but *hi5*.
My ex decided to screw me over while I was on active duty nearly 1800 miles away.
Seeing her reaction to all of the great things that have happened in my life is such sweet vindication.

I know exactly what you mean... Every time she drops my son off at my place, and sees one of my new additions to the apartment, or meets one of the women that I'm with, I can't help but smile on the inside.

I'm looking forward to Wednesday when I get to pick up my son in my new car...  I got the Camaro for me, but that doesn't mean I can't enjoy the perks.  [cheeky]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Adamm0621 on March 12, 2012, 07:12:26 PM
The best revenge is living well... [thumbsup]

At least living better than she is...   [evil]

Done, and Done!  ;D


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: RAT900 on March 13, 2012, 05:05:30 AM
Summary of my first divorce:  I got better, she got bitter


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Pedro-bot on March 13, 2012, 06:17:27 AM
Thank you for your service good sir.

Enjoy the rewards you have reaped.  [beer]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: elyse on March 13, 2012, 10:46:50 AM
this thread has entirely too much testosterone! ha! (kidding)  [laugh]
i actually love the new camaro's. i almost bought the convertible version. if it had come in a hard top i would have got it.

as someone who has also gone through a bitter breakup, and who has just purchased a new house & a new car,  living well does seem to lessen the pain a bit & new toys are always fun! ..& rubbing it in their face, is just the frosting on the cake :)

hurry up & post pics!!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Goat_Herder on March 13, 2012, 10:05:29 PM
good for you adam. cant wait to see pics!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Adamm0621 on March 14, 2012, 04:36:09 AM
Pictures as promised... :)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Camaro/417109_2844344351800_1355109455_32236417_1424728842_n.jpg)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Camaro/417109_2844344391801_1355109455_32236418_159426209_n.jpg)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Camaro/417109_2844344551805_1355109455_32236421_366900065_n.jpg)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Camaro/417109_2844344431802_1355109455_32236419_1795192334_n.jpg)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Camaro/417109_2844344471803_1355109455_32236420_632437545_n.jpg)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Camaro/427376_2844351511979_1355109455_32236429_335129093_n.jpg)


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Monsterlover on March 14, 2012, 05:49:23 AM
8)

Awesome!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: The Bacon Junkie on March 14, 2012, 05:53:52 AM
Well Done!

 [clap] [clap] [clap]

 [beer]






 [bacon]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: ManaloEA on March 14, 2012, 06:54:42 AM
Sweet rides Adam.

And thanks for your service.


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Goat_Herder on March 14, 2012, 11:46:57 AM
Sah-weeeeeet!  The Camero didn't really do it for me when it first came out but has really grown on me.  What an awesome pair of fine looking automobiles!   [thumbsup]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: elyse on March 14, 2012, 11:49:51 AM
pretttttty!!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: RAT900 on March 14, 2012, 12:32:41 PM
that's what I would call "a good start"


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Adamm0621 on March 14, 2012, 01:49:32 PM
Thanks guys!!  I just realized that I look bald in that picture... my hair just sort of blends in with the trees... lol.  Here's a couple of pics with me and my little one:

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Mobile%20Uploads/402149_2499828539120_1355109455_32114324_1053033066_n.jpg)

(http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r594/Adamm0621/Facebook/Mobile%20Uploads/64318_2791687275406_1355109455_32216661_21792751_n.jpg)

This one was taken at a dinosaur exhibit in Louisville... he insisted that we get our faces painted. [cheeky]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: elyse on March 14, 2012, 01:51:24 PM
well, there's no questioning paternity... he looks JUST like you :)


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: stopintime on March 14, 2012, 01:59:43 PM
You're OUT - no mid life chrisis for you  ;D

I'm glad to see you and your son so happy together [thumbsup]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: spolic on March 15, 2012, 07:30:17 AM
Which one is the kid.  Man, I must be getting old.

Nice car, and many thanks for your service!!!


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Adamm0621 on March 15, 2012, 01:33:51 PM
well, there's no questioning paternity... he looks JUST like you :)

That's for sure... He's got his Mom's eye color, but everything else is mine (I was blond when I was his age).

Which one is the kid.  Man, I must be getting old.

Nice car, and many thanks for your service!!!

I get that a lot... I don't look anywhere near my almost 26 years.  [roll]


Title: Re: Living The Dream/My New Toy... : )
Post by: Speedbag on March 15, 2012, 02:12:01 PM
Nice ride!  [thumbsup]


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