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Flintlock

Date Joined:Sep 28, 2011
Instructables:2
Total Views:2,911
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My actual name is Ethan Gibson. I currently reside in Spokane, the second largest city in Washington. I recently migrated to this city to follow the "let's move out of the small city" urge that young people often have. I've noticed less crime here (percentage wise), but surprisingly, more prostitutes. I like to make things that look nice in my home or things that make people go "eew" or "ooh" (sometimes both at the same time). I have a previous membership here (Doctor What), from when I was younger. Sometimes I ride the bus for fun. Bliss, to me, is cuddling up on the couch in a pair of jeans (that fit well), drinking a cup of cocoa, watching cartoons that bring a sense of nostalgia. "Before you diagnose yourself with depression or low self-esteem, first make sure that you are not, in fact, simply surrounded by assholes." ~William Gibson

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Age: 21

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Oct 3, 2011. 11:47 AM

sunshiine says:

Welcome to Instructables! I see you are a Washingtonian! Nice place! My grandson is in Seattle! Just about your age. A wee bit older. Just wanted to stop in and take a peek at your Instructables. I see that you are a valued viewer. Hopefully you will get an itch to post some interesting ibles! Have a great Monday!
Sunshiine

Oct 3, 2011. 7:27 PMFlintlock (author) says:

Actually, this account is brand new, but my other account (which shall not be named), has accumulated just over 250000 views.

I abandoned my last persona, and left 'ibles for quite some time.

But I'm back, and I feel like I am a different person. Therefore = new account!

I'll be posting more 'ibles soon! I have five already in the works.

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Oct 3, 2011. 8:28 PM

sunshiine says:

That is awesome! Happy to see you know your growth! How is your Pro membership doing? I could give you 3 months if you need it. It sure helps when posting. Age does many things for a soul. Life gives us bumps in the road which can be a little annoying but it does build character! I am subscribing to you so I don't miss out. That is a lot of views! Care to share your little secret? LOL. Have a splendorous day. Sunshiine

Oct 3, 2011. 10:09 PMFlintlock (author) says:

Thanks for the offer, but my other account has a few free memberships that my new account is sucking off of. When I run out, I'll pay for them, just cause I love the site.

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Oct 3, 2011. 10:28 PM

sunshiine says:

Thanks for subbing!

Oct 4, 2011. 4:39 PMFlintlock (author) says:

Of course! You're projects are fantastic!

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Oct 4, 2011. 4:52 PM

sunshiine says:

Thanks Flintlock! It is nice to know one's efforts are valuable. Have a super Tuesday!

Oct 3, 2011. 6:20 PMtheepicthemes says:

i made 2 more fourm topics

Oct 2, 2011. 9:31 AMtheepicthemes says:

your starting to freak me out.... :|

Oct 3, 2011. 12:59 AMFlintlock (author) says:

Oh, and to the comments you are referring to, they we're posted right after another.

I time traveled.

Also, I was slightly intoxicated.

Which is great for time travel.

Oct 2, 2011. 11:45 PMFlintlock (author) says:

MUAHAHAHAHAH.

Oct 2, 2011. 9:24 AMtheepicthemes says:

wtf was that 4?

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