Originally posted this in the Insider’s Club, but figured that I should give you folks a chance to read it too:
So, a few weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to place an order for my first bottle of A314 , thanks to the financial help of a special someone. You know who you are, and I can’t thank you enough!
The bottom label reads:
Revision 21
Batch 6
05/18/09
Batched by 2/6 (I think?)
One of the mixed acclaim/criticisms that I heard prior to purchase was the scent. Not only do I “not mind” the scent; I adore it! Smells like alcohol when you smell from the bottle, but has an excellent bouquet while applying; reminds me of my JOOP! cologne.
For the sake of reporting, all my tests were identical: 1 drop put on fingertip, then rubbed behind ears. No cologne coverup; no other pheromones.
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My first few tests were at poker games with friends. In all honesty, I did not notice much of an effect on them. This could have been because I had just begun using the pheromone, and could not pick out subtle hits. One thing I did notice on one or two occasions, however, was respect when bluffing. When I tried to represent a strong hand, opponents folded much more readily than normal, SOMETIMES. Could have just had weak hands that the time, or believed my acting.
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A few days ago, I returned from a school trip to Europe, which explains my absence from the forums for the past 2 weeks. Anyways, I figured it was the best decision to NOT bring A314 with me, for the slight risk of losing it, being questioned at airport security, or someone finding it. I keep my pheromones a closely guarded secret. A314 is not the easiest product to explain, and certainly not the cheapest to replace. Though it broke my heart, A314 was left in a dusty box on my shelf back home in America.
I couldn’t resist applying some before I left, though. And the effects were bright as day. Everyone was talking to me before we left, to the point where my parents were a little upset that I did say a longer goodbye to them. They understood, though. On the bus, I sat alone in front of 2 friends that I was planning on talking to for the 5-hour bus ride to New York City. As the bus was filling up, a certain girl in my class, actually the sole person I wanted to attract using pheromones, asked if she could sit next to me for the ride. Ironically, I once considered myself “out of her league.” Now, despite plenty of seats still free throughout the bus, she came to me. I humbly allowed it.
On the ride from PA to NYC, our coach got a flat tire which caused us to pull off to the side of the highway for an hour until another bus came. I asked for a phone to call my parents, and several offered. Time passed; I talked with people, and we were back on the road, JUST making our flight, which no one expected once the tire popped.
On the plane, A gentleman asked if I could trade seats with his wife, since they were separated. I accepted, since it put me closer to people in my group. Little did I know that this would put me next to a doctor from Australia, on his way back from a convention in Atlanta. We chatted for a good to hours about the difference in traditions, sports, politics, food, and everyday life between our countries. We educated each other. Best of all, I felt completely comfortable and on his level. I could tell he didn’t look down upon me because of my age. He constantly asked me questions about American culture which I happily answered, and told me about life in Austraila, talking to me as he would an adult. This is my best A314 experience to date.
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A few days ago, some friends got together for our regular Ultimate Frisbee game. A few new faces, which I quickly met and shook hands with. Though I was the youngest person playing, a High School Senior playing alongside College sophomores, juniors, and graduates; I did not feel out of place. Everyone was welcoming, and there were no barriers. I was even complimented on some of my places, on occasion.
Afterward, some of us went out to eat. Again, felt in touch with the group, certainly accepted.
Afterward still, we went back to the college where we played Ultimate, and started some Frisbee Golf. Started to really bond with this one kid whom I’ve always known of, but never really met. He liked my jokes and talked to me casually, as I assume he would have if I had been his friend for years. It’s a great feeling.
SO, there you have it. My journey to date with A314 has been a glorious one, and I can’t wait to continue use. Worth every cent on the price tag; I can tell already.
Thanks for reading,
-Andy O
