Here's a topic I've wondered about that's perfect for this forum. COED ROOMMATES! I'd like some opinions, especially from the female listeners. Let's throw out a scenario: We're on a trip to Cozumel, everyone is at least an acquintance,if not a friend (i.e. pretty sure there's not a serial killer in the group), there are no official "couples" in the group. Is it OK to mix genders in double rooms if a) desired or b) required by the number of each sex ? I'll say from personal experience with female roommates (friends, not girlfriends) it has been just fine. But what do I know? Opinion?
Coed roommate on a dive trip?
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, Apr 22 2004 11:21 PM
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Posted 22 April 2004 - 11:21 PM
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 05:36 AM
I think this topic was recently discussed here somewhere until it dissintegrated into the usual teasing and playful banter (why does that happen to every thread here ! 
). I'll bet Walter links us to the thread soon.....
I, for one, have no objections to sharing a room with a either a guy or a gal. I've done it at tournanments & never had an issue- and that's with poolplayers!
Actually, I'm seldom in my room anyway- I usually stay out later & get out earlier than anyone I room with, male or female. Plus, people love rooming with me 'cause I'm so fast in the bathroom!!
). I'll bet Walter links us to the thread soon.....I, for one, have no objections to sharing a room with a either a guy or a gal. I've done it at tournanments & never had an issue- and that's with poolplayers!
Actually, I'm seldom in my room anyway- I usually stay out later & get out earlier than anyone I room with, male or female. Plus, people love rooming with me 'cause I'm so fast in the bathroom!!
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 06:19 AM
Teasing and playful banter in here?? no way lol 
I have no objections to it, as long as my roomie is comfortable with the situation. I've done this on a few different occasions. I had one situation where there was only one queen size bed, the hotel goofed on the reseveration and they were short on extra beds So we talked about it, lauged about it, because really there was nothing else we could do, and that was just the way our day was going.. lol Anyway, it worked out well. I had my side of the bed and he had his. Like Marvel, I'm an early riser, and often times get in later and fast in the bathroom.
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I have no objections to it, as long as my roomie is comfortable with the situation. I've done this on a few different occasions. I had one situation where there was only one queen size bed, the hotel goofed on the reseveration and they were short on extra beds
So we talked about it, lauged about it, because really there was nothing else we could do, and that was just the way our day was going.. lol Anyway, it worked out well. I had my side of the bed and he had his. Like Marvel, I'm an early riser, and often times get in later and fast in the bathroom.WG
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 06:27 AM
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 06:48 AM
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 06:49 AM
Girl! We got things in common!!!!Teasing and playful banter in here?? no way lol
I have no objections to it, as long as my roomie is comfortable with the situation. I've done this on a few different occasions. I had one situation where there was only one queen size bed, the hotel goofed on the reseveration and they were short on extra beds
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 08:23 AM
I would have no problems with it. Back in the early days when I had roomates I only had lady roommies. I think it had something to do with my days in the Navy.
Really though I wouldnt see a problem with it.
Really though I wouldnt see a problem with it.
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 11:50 AM
No problem from my standpoint. My roommate on the next Cozumel trip is female. Never actually met but have spoken over the phone just to make sure we wouldn't kill each other in the first couple days. When on a vacation I am happy with any roommate who isn't obnoxious. Age, sex, background really doesn't matter unless they force their values and opinions on me.
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 01:03 PM
Been there. Done that. No problems.
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 02:18 PM
I have no issues, but I do need tons of counter space for all my hair products, skin lotions, curling irons, curlers, blow driers, make-up, .....
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 03:00 PM
Seems most of us have no problem with the idea. Do keep in mind that others might not be comfortable with the idea. Don't be offended if you are turned down when presenting the idea.
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 04:55 PM
I'd suggest you stop using them....they seem to be too hard on your delicate hair...especially in the front!!I have no issues, but I do need tons of counter space for all my hair products, skin lotions, curling irons, curlers, blow driers, make-up, .....
Although your complexion looks great...maybe you'll share your favorite cleansers and moisterizers with me!!!
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 05:11 PM
No problem here! I guess that a female roomate way back when kind of made me immune to caring myself. I even remember to put the seat down!
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 05:11 PM
I'd suggest you stop using them....they seem to be too hard on your delicate hair...especially in the front!!
Ouch!
Although your complexion looks great...maybe you'll share your favorite cleansers and moisterizers with me!!!
I got a moisturizer for ya .......
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Posted 23 April 2004 - 08:30 PM
Moderator action???I got a moisturizer for ya .......
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