Independent = Not governed by a foreign power; self-governing.
Yep, I fit that definition.
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Free from the influence, guidance, or control of another or others; self-reliant: an independent mind.
Pretty much fit that as well. I say "pretty much" because nobody is truly free of influence of others- the actions of others do influence, at least to some small degree, our actions as well.
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often Independent Affiliated with or loyal to no one political party or organization.
This I would not fit- except that it starts with "often." Meaning that an entity can not meet this part of the definition and still be considered to be independent.
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Not dependent on or affiliated with a larger or controlling entity: an independent food store; an independent film.
Kingpin, the other member of UDB, is neither larger than me nor is he controlling me. I am chieftain of that clan, not him.
I believe you are confusing "independent" with "solo" or some similar term.
In hopes of keeping this thread from getting too cluttered in the future, this is the last off-topic post in this thread I will respond to. I realize this is an unmoderated forum, but if we don't make an attempt to keep it organized it will soon become near-impossible to follow the actual purpose of this thread- giving people who made it to King or Queen their little bit of "bragging rights." I will gladly reply to future inquiries if they are posted in their own threads.
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I have two modes: wiseass and dumbass. Mode is determined by current blood alcohol level.
Drinking is a sport. In order to be competitive, you must practice on a regular basis. Although you can practice alone, it is much more fun to practice with friends. If you're out of shape and practice too hard, you will regret it the next day.
Life is a disease. It is sexually transmitted and always terminal.
"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart.
Thank ye, thank ye verra much The Crown is pure Gold & adorned with Jewels.....I believe I shall be sharing the Crown on & off with my Wolf Clan Members It does get a tad heavy on the heid
Dear Lord, lest I continue in my complacent ways, help me to remember that someone died for me today. And if there be war, help me to remember to ask and to answer "am I worth dying for?" - Eleanor Roosevelt
The ultimate result of shielding men from the effects of folly is to fill the world with fools. -- Herbert Spencer, English Philosopher (1820-1903)