So I'm moving house soon..

[Sean Hollyman]

And I'm actually going to have My own room for the first time in about 5 years or so.

Anyway, my dad's told me to design what I want it to be like, and this is where my problem comes in. I'm nearly 17 years old, and I still have a lot of my old childhood things like baby photos, old action figures, and lots more.

I also have a load of game and movie posters too.

Now, should I keep them there, or move them to a different, possibly spare room? I mean I'll keep my posters and stuff, but my old action figures and decorative items like piggy banks and stuff, would they leave a good image, should, in the event of getting a girlfriend, put her off or something? :S


Also, what are the must haves...So far I want a lava lamp and a mini fridge...

 

[Nouw]

Childhood items>Girlfriend.

That's how I see it. Of course I doubt they're going to be instantly turned off by a bunch of your baby photos, hell they could even find it cute.

 

[Tanis]

Depends on the action figures.
:3

 

[Bertylicious]

It is all worthless ephemera that will cling to you like the chains of Marley. Take it all into the garden, burn it and be free.

 

[SomeLameStuff]

If your future girlfriend is turned off you by action figures, you've fished the wrong fish. Throw it back and move on!

So yeah, keep the stuff.

 

[Sean Hollyman]

Depends on the action figures.
:3

I have a collection of old THhomas the Tank Engine trains in a box, and these two guys: They're not exactly action figures, but idc.

they must never be separated.

 

[Aarowbeatsdragon]

if she has a problem with it she aint worth it! im sure they wouldnt have a problem though if they really liked you so itd be a test of the relationship! Dont let anyone else feel bad about what you are! sure i have games and posters and movies and magic the gathering cards and doctor who stuff, heroclix and even a woody and buzz lightyear around my room and ive been with my girlfriend for a year and a few months! she has no problem with it.

 

[Eclipse Dragon]

If you have an attachment to these childhood things or they have sentimental value, keep them, there's absolutely nothing wrong with this and if it's a problem with any girl you bring around, she's not right for you.

 

[average_22]

Sir, I agree with the others keep your stuff. Once you get setup in your new home [http://www.moving-portal.com/how-to-pack-for-a-move/] when a girl comes over and doesn't like your stash it would be a good indication that shes doesn't have that much interest in you. If she does have your interest at heart she would digg your dwelling. If they ask about it you could also say "In a manly mans voice" I'm hoping to pass these on to my son if I should have one.

 

[Hazy992]

If a girl is put off you because of your action figures alone then she probably didn't like you all that much to begin with. Keep them

 

[Seanfall]

I'm off the opinion that the things we surround ourselves with are a reflection of who we are. IE: The things we like/liked in both childhood and as an adult helped to shape our worldview, our outlook. Everything around me has touched me and I it. Or maybe we looked at it and thought: gee that's neat. Or it was a gift and has value not cause of what it is but because of the memories attached to it. I have worthless junk setting next to kinda expensive items. (expensive to me anyways.) So in a way what you set on your shelves and tables and desks are a reflection of who you are. Or a smokescreen really you can be a nerd, geek. and set out nothing but sports stuff and trick people into thinking you really really like sports.

TLDR: Love me, Love my junk.

(Course my last two relationships both ended with me getting a restraining order so maybe I don't know what I'm talking about.)

 

[crazyarms33]

Childhood items>Girlfriend.

That's how I see it. Of course I doubt they're going to be instantly turned off by a bunch of your baby photos, hell they could even find it cute.

^ This.

OT: There is nothing wrong with holding on to your past, ESPECIALLY your childhood, so long as its healthy stuff that brings back good memories. Eventually you may part with some of it when you're ready, but until then hang on to it and smile. As far as the girlfriend thing, you're 17. You're not exactly ready for marriage there buddy. Me? I'm 25, and I STILL have my blanket that was with me in my crib on my bed, along with some campy old basketball figurines. One of my girlfriends asked about it, and I explained it and she said

"Well, why don't you just get rid of it? You're an adult."

I looked at her, looked at my stuff, looked back at her and said "Ain't happening. It's my memories. You don't have something you've held on to?"

She got quiet and left, and I thought Ah crap, I'm in trouble. 20 minutes later she came back with her old stuffed rabbit and asked if she could put it with my stuff. Relationship lasted a year.

Point is, everyone holds on to stuff, don't feel weird.