I don't know WTF happened to it, nor the Goodfellas Dialogue Game, and perhaps other large forums, but apparently they disappeared! Anyone notice any other LARGE threads missing?
I'm trying to track down the issue, but as of right now it seems they're gone.
I don't know if the server issues today had anything to do with it -- I hope not! -- but for now let's use this, and perhaps start a new one each year just in case.
The web host (server people) said it's not them - they said if the BB was a problem, they would've suspended the entire account, not delete threads. F*CK!!!!
I do have a backup from May 9th, from right before the upgrade, but then we'd lose everything since then...! I gotta see what UBB.threads says first about this...
Edit: I'm trying to find out if the host has a more recent backup if I need it...
Whew!! I thought I was losing it. Just this afternoon SC and I had a couple exchanges. I went to look for it a little while later and couldn't find it.
I've had such piss poor luck the last couple days trying to post pictures, that I didn't want to say anything, because I thought it was there, but I was NOT seeing it. A little bit later I went through the lastest 3 pages of posts looking for it. But, I knew it shouldn't have been that far back.
Well, glad I'm not losing it, but what could have happened? Maybe once you complete so many pages it self destructs. Sorry Geoff. I know it's a headache for you. I do hope you figure it out.
The "Mama Corleone is Dead" and the "World Trade Center Attack" threads are still here.
My guess is that the apparent deletions of the three big threads ("Goodfellas Dialogue", "What We Look Like" and "Random Post Whoring") has something to do with the number of replies in those threads.
The host has more recent backups than 5/9, but I still need to find out from Threads WTF could've happened so it doesn't happen again!
This issue is so bizarre, I can't imagine what could be to blame!
But even if I have to revert back to May 9 and lose everything since - so threads will be back even if we have to start new ones... still gotta see what the problem was first...
I bought some ciggies on my way home last night. There was a notice on the gas station window that cigarette prices would be going up $1.25 per pack on June 3rd (due to a new state tax). Thats $12.50 per carton!!! The cheapest places will be selling a carton for $60.
I'm afraid to buy ciggies online at the Indian reservations (where they'll be half price when the tax takes effect) because the state is collecting info from online sales and then taxing the individual. Looks like I'll have to drive out east to the Indian reservations and buy my smokes there. Thats 100 miles round trip, so now my gas bill will go up (should be about $20 for the gas).
Mutt Lange really is a dog. Married to Shania Twain and he's cheating. I think he should have thanked his lucky stars.
Treat her better than that Pizzaboy.
Sources: Husband's Alleged Affair Caused Shania's Split By Alexis Chiu
What caused the sudden breakup of Shania Twain and her husband, music producer Robert "Mutt" Lange, after 14 years of marriage? His relationship with another woman, say several sources.
Reached by PEOPLE after the separation was announced in a statement, Lange called the split "an unfortunate thing." He added, "It's literally just a growing apart, that's all."
But sources close to the situation say a third party was involved: Marie Ann Thiébaud, a longtime secretary and manager of the couple’s chateau in Switzerland. "Mutt and Marie Ann left their spouses for each other and are still in a relationship," says one source.
Lange denies the claims. "It's absolutely not the reason [for the separation]," the famously reclusive producer told PEOPLE when asked about the alleged affair. He also denied that he was in a romantic relationship with Thiébaud: "I'm not, no," he said. "It's not true." (Thiébaud could not be reached for comment.)
Twain, 42, and Lange, 59, married in 1993. They have a 6-year-old son, Eja (pronounced "Asia") D'Angelo.
An insider says the "You're Still the One" singer is "devastated. This came out of left field. . . She loved him." Another source close to Twain tells PEOPLE the Canadian-born star is coping with the help of "a very close-knit group of family and friends."
Well, let's see, what can you win by quitting? Your health? Maybe a walk around the block without wheezing or a walk up a couple of flights of stairs without the need for oxygen? Nah, you can't win.
Sorry I had to be rough on you, SC. It's only cuz I love ya'.
Oh, and I , for one, would love to help Shania "cope."
cigarette prices would be going up $1.25 per pack on June 3rd (due to a new state tax). Thats $12.50 per carton!!! The cheapest places will be selling a carton for $60.
I get mine for $10.99/carton. I really do need to quit, though...
Don't we all. Mr. Babe's birthday is June 6th, which coincides with the tax increase. It seems fateful, to say the least. I think I'll be buying the patch that week and giving it a go. I have been inspired by the others here who have been successful, and by the support they've given one another.
Well, there is only about a 1/365 shot of sharing a birthday, and even less knowing someone sharing a birthday. It still seems rare, though, despite wishing winning the lottery had such odds!
My brothers are 12 and 14 years older than I am. About 10 years ago, my niece told me that she never realized that we were so far apart in age. I told her that either she thought that her father looked great or I looked like crap. Come to think of it, I never did get an answer. Probably for the best.
Well, there is only about a 1/365 shot of sharing a birthday, and even less knowing someone sharing a birthday. It still seems rare, though, despite wishing winning the lottery had such odds!
The odds of 2 people with a common birthday among 22 people (randomly selected) are 50%. Among 50 people the odds of two people sharing a common birthday are 97%.
Geoff and Zia share the same birthday day as me and Just Lou share the same birthday day. I don't know if anybody else on the BB shares the same birthday day.
Night crew at a local supermarket. I've built a lot of muscle and lost a belt notch. Not sure how much I weigh now but usually I'm around 150... I'm even getting a six pack along with my muscles.
But my back and knees always hurt.
The Schedule says 10pm-6am but it's always 10pm-anywhere from 7am-10:30am.
But the overtime should be nice on my paycheck...which I get today.
This job pays more than working at the service desk, which makes no sense to me. At the service desk I had access to up to $20,000 cash...
Oh yeah. Leave your 8 year old behind when armed gunmen storm your house.
Parents Fleeing Home Robbery Leave 8-Year-Old Son Behind
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office says parents of an 8-year-old boy left their son behind when two armed men burst into the home and killed the family dog.
Authorities say the boy was not injured, and the suspects fled the house before deputies arrived.
The same two men tried to rob Kevin Dummett, 35, and Kellin Hahn, 26, twice on Tuesday, the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office said.
Hahn and Dummett fled the home, leaving their son asleep in his bedroom, the Palm Beach Post reported.
The Sheriff's Office says a Pitbull-mix dog charged the two suspects. One of them shot and killed the dog. Another family dog survived.
Dummett told police that the robbers apparently wanted drugs or money. Nothing has been reported missing, and no charges have been filed. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Eeek. I just walked down the hall to go to my receiving department. That's the hallway the Funeral Homes transport the dead bodies through too. I went around the corner and came way to close to a stretcher with a body bag on it for my liking. I have visions of horror movies when an arm plops out of the bad.
As we sing around here, "Another on bites the dust, hey, hey".
Eeek. I just walked down the hall to go to my receiving department. That's the hallway the Funeral Homes transport the dead bodies through too. I went around the corner and came way to close to a stretcher with a body bag on it for my liking. I have visions of horror movies when an arm plops out of the bad.
As we sing around here, "Another on bites the dust, hey, hey".
The Col has a cousin in KY that works in a funeral home. One night he gave us a tour of it. It was freaky when he showed us the casket room and that room where they work on the bodies.
You reminded me that I had meant to post that on the 18th my grandmother turned 94.. I had previously mentioned that she has smoked a pack a day for the past 75 years and is nearly blind. She also drinks Manhattans like there's no tomorrow.
Anyway, I saw her on her birthday as the family gathered at my brother's house for a party for my nephew's first holy communion. My uncle gave my grandmother a giant calculator that was 2 feet long and 1 foot wide with large numbers (my grandmother had once complained about being unable to check her balances because she can't see the numbers). Well, her vision may be a little worse than my uncle had thought because as she was admiring it and thanking him profusely, she was holding it upside down, and asked us to plug it in so we could all listen to it.
You reminded me that I had meant to post that on the 18th my grandmother turned 94.. I had previously mentioned that she has smoked a pack a day for the past 75 years and is nearly blind. She also drinks Manhattans like there's no tomorrow.
Bless her heart.
My worker's grandmother will be 101 on August 1. She talked about all the stuff the "oldtimers" used to do. My coworker has a cold and her grandmother told her to buy Castor oil. You can't even find that stuff these days.
Not sure how many people here listen to Christian music. I don't listen to a lot, but I know Steven Curtis Chapman's name. This is a sad story.
Daughter, 5, of Christian Music Star Steven Curtis Chapman Killed by SUV Driven by Teen Brother Thursday, May 22, 2008
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The 5-year-old daughter of Grammy-winning Christian music star Steven Curtis Chapman was struck and killed Wednesday by a sport utility vehicle driven by her brother, authorities said.
The girl, Maria Sue, was hit in the driveway of the family's home Wednesday afternoon by a Toyota Land Cruiser driven by her teenage brother, said Laura McPherson, a spokeswoman for the Tennessee Highway Patrol.
The brother, whose name and exact age weren't available, apparently did not see the girl, McPherson said. No charges are expected.
"It looks like a tragic accident," she said.
Several family members witnessed the accident, which happened in Williamson County just south of Nashville. The girl died later at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, hospital spokeswoman Laurie Holloway said.
In a statement, Velvet Kelm, a publicist for Chapman, said Maria was the Chapmans' youngest daughter.
Chapman, who is originally from Paducah, Ky., and his wife have promoted international adoption and have three daughters from China, including Maria. They also have three biological children.
The singer's Web site says the couple was persuaded by their oldest daughter to adopt a girl from China. The experience led the family to adopt two more children and create Shaohannah's Hope, a foundation and ministry to financially assist thousands of couples in adoption.
The Chapmans did missionary work at Chinese orphanages in 2006 and 2007, according to the Web site.
"After our first trip to China, my wife and I knew our lives were changing -- our eyes and hearts were opening to how big God really is, and we have wanted to experience more of that," Chapman says on the Web site.
"We've really wondered whether or not we should just go to China and stay there. But I don't think so. I believe God is saying, 'I want you to go, get your heart broken, your eyes opened, and then take this story back to the church in America and around the world."'
The 45-year-old singer also has released a book about being a father titled "Cinderella: The Love of Daddy and his Princess." He has won five Grammy awards and 54 Dove awards from the Gospel Music Association, according to Kelm.
Beth, this is a nightmare multiplied by many nightmares. I'm not familiar with this musician, but his family's grief is immeasurable. I feel especially sorry for his teenage son, who will carry an enormous burden. I hope he finds help in dealing with this tragedy.
How sad!! Unfortunately, it happens too often with high-profile vehicles. I saw a woman on TV who had run over one of her grandchildren with her SUV on Christmas Eve. It's a horrible burden for anyone.
In my classes when I discuss the criminal justice process, I try to make the point that it doesn't really take much for someone to become a criminal and I use driving as an example. I ask my students "how many of you put your car in reverse, press on the gas pedal, THEN look behind you?
My sister Angel and I never miss an opportunity to use a Godfather reference. Last night at my mom's bd party my niece gave my mom a piece of cake, but she said it was too big. So I turned to Angel said in my best Hyman Roth imitation, "She wanted a smaller piece". Of course, no one knew what we were talking about.
Then my brother in law was talking about a quota he had to get done at work, and remarked how his boss always said he made his money. So Angel and I in unison said, "He always makes money for his partners".
My sister Angel and I never miss an opportunity to use a Godfather reference. Last night at my mom's bd party my niece gave my mom a piece of cake, but she said it was too big. So I turned to Angel said in my best Hyman Roth imitation, "She wanted a smaller piece". Of course, no one knew what we were talking about.
Then my brother in law was talking about a quota he had to get done at work, and remarked how his boss always said he made his money. So Angel and I in unison said, "He always makes money for his partners".
I think our family is sick of us.
You can't go wrong with a good hyman Roth reference.
One time when my mom was in the hospital they switched her from an ICU room to a regular room. Her ICU room had about 3 chairs in it, and when we got to her other room they only had one. My sister Angel questioned why they didn't seem to want to have room for a lot of people to visit. So I said, "She just had too many visitors. They intererred with hospital service". Angel wasn't expecting that comeback and about fell out laughing so hard.
How is it your sister got named "Angel" and you did not??? Hu?? So, is she???
I could say GF lines all day to my family but they wouldn't get it. Well, I take that back. If I were to use "I'll make him an offer he can't refuse" line......that one they know.
Ah heck, we could have the thing here in Valpo. Go gamble at the nearby casinos. Lake Michigan is right there, lots of awesome local restaurants, a Dillinger museum, downtown Chicago an hour away, and most importantly BARS.
I was REALLY bored yesterday and had too much time on my hands. I figured out that on April 10th of this year I was 500,000 hours old.
That gives me an appreciation of how large a number a half million really is.
To put it into a greater perspective, a second is a very short, almost unnoticeable period of time... if you added up ALL the seconds which I've been alive (to date) they would total 1,803,972,502.
1.8 billion .... its a number I almost can't imagine.
Anyway, if you're bored, here's a link to a calculator that'll give you the basic numbers for your age (all you do is simply type in your birthday): CLICK HERE
The link suggests I was conceived on the 4th of July, 1950. I looked up the weather records for that day... temperature was fairly normal for the time of year but the day had some light rain. Could it be that my parents were celebrating a national holiday with a bang ( ) or simply stuck home on a rainy night and bored?
An old fashioned breakfast took me two minutes to make... a cheese omelette with some bacon and toast.
I bought the liquid eggs (Egg Beaters brand) and pre-cooked bacon (Boars Head brand) ... surprisingly not bad at all. It took me longer to eat the meal than to cook it.
I'm officially an instant gratifacation freak now.
An old fashioned breakfast took me two minutes to make... a cheese omelette with some bacon and toast.
I bought the liquid eggs (Egg Beaters brand) and pre-cooked bacon (Boars Head brand) ... surprisingly not bad at all. It took me longer to eat the meal than to cook it.
I'm officially an instant gratifacation freak now.
Since my kids both married and left, I must admit I too am all for "quick & easy" meals. I always use to make a nice dinners when they were growing up and still at home (of course when they became teenagers driving, they didn't eat at home many times). Not so much now.
I recently discovered the Marie Collenders (?)frozen pot pies. Yep, pot pies. I love the crust and there is more than 2/3 pieces of meat in them. Last week I cooked a frozen beef stew dinner, which wasn't bad, and I always have a few hot pockets in my freezer.
All that being said though, I STILL need a day or two a week for a home cooked meal which for instance today is Italiam breaded steak, mashed potatoes, salad. When I cook something like that (0r posta), I'll make enough for at least two days. I don't really want to get where I NEVER cook, because I do like cooking, but damn, I love the "easiness" of throwing something in the microwave after a long day and drive home from work.
All that being said though, I STILL need a day or two a week for a home cooked meal which for instance today is Italiam breaded steak, mashed potatoes, salad. When I cook something like that (0r posta), I'll make enough for at least two days. I don't really want to get where I NEVER cook, because I do like cooking, but damn, I love the "easiness" of throwing something in the microwave after a long day and drive home from work.
I know exactly what you mean. I TRY to cook regular meals twice a week (they're better for me, they're cheaper, and most of the time they taste better) but I've become increasingly more open to the "quickies" that are being sold now.
Plus, when you are cooking only for yourself, the pleasure/desire to cook "good" meals isn't as much fun IMHO. When I have the family over it's nice hearing, "this is great mom" or "good, mom's making this or that or whatever". It's nice getting a little compliment on your work, know what I mean??? It's just not the same telling myself, "Hey, this is great!" Ha ha ha
I don't think this what they had in mind for a "shotgun" wedding. I guess they'll have to start on taking each other in sickness and in health a lot sooner than they thought.
Suspect Shoots Bride, Groom During Wedding Ceremony
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — An apparent stranger shot the bride, groom and two other people at an outdoor wedding in rural Arkansas, then was arrested after being chased by outraged guests, a sheriff's official said Sunday.
The wedding was just ending Saturday when the suspect approached with a 9 mm pistol and opened fire, Pope County sheriff's Lt. Aaron DuVall said. No one else was hurt.
About 50 people, including children, had attended the ceremony along Piney Creek north of Dover at a spot the lieutenant said was popular for picnicking and swimming. Dover is 64 miles northwest of Little Rock.
The suspect "was not associated with the wedding at all," DuVall said. "No one knew him."
Police arrested Patrick Paul Duvall, 29, after a he was chased into a Russellville restaurant parking lot, said the sheriff's lieutenant, who is not related to the suspect.
DuVall declined to identify the four people who were injured, but he said the bride, groom and a third victim remained in the hospital Sunday. One victim was treated and released.
Without the victims' names, it wasn't possible to get information from hospitals on the patients' conditions.
Deputies say Duvall will remain in the Pope County jail at least until a bond hearing Wednesday morning. Jailers said Duvall an attorney had visited Duvall, but they declined to release the attorney's name.
The sheriff's lieutenant said Duvall faces four felony counts of first-degree battery and a felony charge of vehicle theft after the shooting.
A telephone number listed in Duvall's name in Russellville could not be found Sunday night.
I can't believe I drank half a fifth of 100 proof SoCo before work the other night. I stopped drinking about 3-4 hours before though and it's hard for me to stay drunk so it didn't affect me too much
The weather here was so weird today. It was pouring this morning. Then the sun came out, and we were able to go in the pool for an hour or so. Then we had a torrential thunderstorm. Then the sun came out. Then we got another torrential thunderstorm. Now the sun is out again. And it's MUGGY. It feels like August. Finally! Hooray!!
I love how Comcast never sees a problem on their end -- it's always the customer's fault! My cable went out about 8PM last night, and I called them around 12AM - guy said there were no outages, and I was the only one in my complex with a problem. He said he could schedule a service call for SUNDAY! Service was still out at 3:30AM when I went to bed. I figured maybe it's the 5-year-or-so-old modem, so figured I'd exchange it today for a newer model. I wake up, and it's running fine! "No outage" my arse! (But I'm still happy it's back )
I'm not to sure about this new server fella. I want to see what he's got underneath his fingernails. Go to him and tell him you're not too happy with the boards....
I constantly have a blocked nose. My nose has been blocked for about ten years running. Not completely blocked, But theres always little air passing through!
Does anyone else ever get an irregular heart beat? I do and I'm too chicken to get it checked out.
Arrythmias are quite common. I have one. It's nothing. Some though can be an indication of bigger problems. Have you been diagnosed with one or did you notice it? If you noticed it, I'd get it checked out subito.
I was watching the news and they had a segment on a bus company that offers bus service from Baltimore to New York starting at $1. They don't pick up and drop off at normal bus routes and they have no ticket agents. It's strictly over phone and internet. I'll have to check it out. If it's for year I may go to New York once a month.
Maybe I could find someone's closet to live in. The rent would have to be cheap.
Japanese woman caught living in man's closet 5 hours ago
TOKYO — A homeless woman who sneaked into a man's house and lived undetected in his closet for a year was arrested in Japan after he became suspicious when food mysteriously began disappearing.
Police found the 58-year-old woman Thursday hiding in the top compartment of the man's closet and arrested her for trespassing, police spokesman Hiroki Itakura from southern Kasuya town said Friday.
The resident of the home installed security cameras that transmitted images to his mobile phone after becoming puzzled by food disappearing from his kitchen over the past several months.
One of the cameras captured someone moving inside his home Thursday after he had left, and he called police believing it was a burglar. However, when they arrived they found the door locked and all windows closed.
"We searched the house ... checking everywhere someone could possibly hide," Itakura said. "When we slid open the shelf closet, there she was, nervously curled up on her side."
The woman told police she had no place to live and first sneaked into the man's house about a year ago when he left it unlocked.
She had moved a mattress into the small closet space and even took showers, Itakura said, calling the woman "neat and clean."
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I was watching the news and they had a segment on a bus company that offers bus service from Baltimore to New York starting at $1. They don't pick up and drop off at normal bus routes and they have no ticket agents. It's strictly over phone and internet. I'll have to check it out. If it's for year I may go to New York once a month.
Actually, I checked and it only departs from a Park and Ride that's in Baltimore County but does drop off at Penn Station in New York. Hell, for $1.00 I'd find a way to the park and ride.
$1.00????? Let's see, if Baltimore is $1.00 to NYC than California (being just a tad further) can't be more than what $3.00? I'm in. I'll meet ya in Time's Square.
Seriously, I don't get why so cheap?? With gas and all???
Does anyone know a good site to download free albums?
Don't like actually supporting music artists, do you?
Or maybe not record companies. Yeah, you gyp the band out of 30 cents from downloading. Boo hoo. They make their money touring.
I don't know if this helps or not but Warez then - and then BB and dot org has stuff. Not sure if they would have who or what you are looking for or not. You have to register but it's easy and free and all that junk.
They recently opened up this HUGE OTB (Off-Track Betting (on horse races)) & Sports Bar here called Favorites, so a buddy and I checked it out tonight. Place is HUGE! Certainly 100000% different than the tiny OTB's you see in Manhattan with degenerates stumbling in and out. This place is beautiful, with entire walls and 160 handicapping desks filled with over 350 (!) flat screen monitors. Apart from Fantasy Horse Racing, I never really bet on horses, and have a lot to learn, but it was pretty fun. I only made 3.5 bets and lost $27, but learned a lot and will be ready for next time -- after a little studying-up at drf.com! lol
I was up all night with my daughter. She either has a stomach bug or ate something at Johnny Rocket (not out of the realm of possibility) that made her sick. Poor baby was really bad. Then I had to drive my mother to the bus by 8:30 for her trip to the Jersey Shore. I want to sleeeeep!!!!
I was up all night with my daughter. She either has a stomach bug or ate something at Johnny Rocket (not out of the realm of possibility) that made her sick. Poor baby was really bad. Then I had to drive my mother to the bus by 8:30 for her trip to the Jersey Shore. I want to sleeeeep!!!!
The joys of motherhood. Is your baby girl feeling better today?
Are you talking about those thin little wafer crackers that usually come in strawberry,chocoloate & vanilla???? I love those. They kind of remind me of the communion host, only with a little bit of sugar. You don't like them???? Hmmmmm
I don't like the pink ones. They taste like Pepto Bismol.
I was up all night with my daughter. She either has a stomach bug or ate something at Johnny Rocket (not out of the realm of possibility) that made her sick. Poor baby was really bad.
Jeez, I might bust a nut if I don't find something I can reduce to simplicity immediately.
I find skulls do the trick. Just creep up on someone and fetch down an instrument (say, a hammer, or a guitar) hard upon their head. It renders everything, for you and the victim, completely simple.
For an echo effect (because of hollow interior), Christians work best.
Capo, your showldaquey is fandanagalous in attempt to skattleskittle and domiforkius while you simplify things and deficatalitoulously reduce them to nothingness. You are a galamonolusity to this website, and a burlungagagagagaga in the zalankowskalable history of a pentituoslium mankind.
I was up all night with my daughter. She either has a stomach bug or ate something at Johnny Rocket (not out of the realm of possibility) that made her sick. Poor baby was really bad.
How is she feeling today?
She slept until almost 2:00, and she feels sore and thirsty. I made her some plain pasta and butter, and she was able to keep it down, so it must have been the food.
MOLINO, Fla. — An elementary school teacher retiring after a 36-year career died of a heart attack moments after saying goodbye to her final class for the summer.
Sharon Smith, 57, died Friday on the way to a hospital according to her niece, Doreatha Jackson. Smith was a fourth grade teacher at Molino Park Elementary School, where she had worked since 1972.
Principal Alice Woodward said students had not been gone more than five minutes before Smith complained of shortness of breath and an ambulance was called.
"Any child who had her would tell you Sharon was their favorite teacher," said Woodward in an interview with Pensacola News Journal. "She had a caring attitude and saw something good in every child and every teacher."
I have just taken a break from cleaning out my closet. It's scary in there. I am officially a ridiculous pack rat, or a compulsive shopper, or maybe both. I decided to count my pairs of shoes. Grand total? 46!! Freaking 46!! If anyone's interested, it breaks down as follows: 6 pairs of boots, 11 pairs of pumps, 9 pairs of flats, 8 pairs of sandals, 2 pairs of flip-flops, 4 pairs of sneakers, and 6 pairs of evening shoes. WTF was I thinking? And I'm ashamed to admit that this is AFTER I threw some out. I won't even count my purses.
I have just taken a break from cleaning out my closet.
No skeletons in there?
Hell, I wouldn't be surprised. I found my daughter's Bear from Bear in the Big Blue House, which she stopped watching when she was 5! Just to put that in perspective, she starts high school in September.
I decided to count my pairs of shoes. Grand total? 46!! Freaking 46!! If anyone's interested, it breaks down as follows: 6 pairs of boots, 11 pairs of pumps, 9 pairs of flats, 8 pairs of sandals, 2 pairs of flip-flops, 4 pairs of sneakers, and 6 pairs of evening shoes. WTF was I thinking? And I'm ashamed to admit that this is AFTER I threw some out. I won't even count my purses.
Man, I just found out a fella who worked in our ITG department for 21 years died on Saturday. He was the guy my department would always request, because he's the only one who knew anything. The really bad thing is he was a patient upstairs in our hospital for months and no one in my department even knew it.
Now if my computer goes up I would tell them to throw it out the window, except I don't have a window.
Decided to go for a little walk and get out of the house. It started to pour the rain while I was walking. Good thing I'm not 100% sweet other wise I would've melted.
I forgot that I had left two pairs in the family room. Make it 48. Beth, that's what started all of this, the summer-winter switch. I decided that I needed some racks, so I started counting. I shouldn't have. Back to work!!
My son decided to mow the lawn last week and phoned me in the middle of the job after the lawn mower had run out of gas. He added the gas, but couldn't get the mower started again. It turned out that he had added the gas to the oil chamber.
It took some time, but I finally got it running again.
Mr. Babe has one of those ride-on gas mowers. Why, I don't know, because we don't have a very large lawn. We have no front yard, because it's all driveway, and half the back is the stupid pool. Actually, I think he just likes riding around on the stupid thing, like it's a ride at a carnival.
Nicole could use a good shoe rack too. All her shoes are in my closet. She must have 50 pairs of flip flops alone.
I'm not that bad though. If I counted I'd doubt I have more than 15 pairs of shoes, total.
My Becky has a pair of flip flops in every color imaginable. She has probably as many shoes as SB has. She has a huge closet in her bedroom but with all them shoes she can't even close the closet doors.
Beth, if you get to come to Jersey this Summer bring your daughter with you. I think her and Bec would get along great. Aren't they the same age?
I had a niece that lived in Myrtle Beach, (the one who recently miscarried). Her and her husband actually moved back to Baltimore because insurance is too much down there and to have the baby here. They kept their apartment there until July, so they'll go back there for one last visit, so Nicole's going along.
Nicole might tag along on one trip, who knows. If I ever get back to New York, maybe.
Nicole has the same fetish with flip flops. She'll find some on sale, and say, "Look how cute. Only 3 for $10.00". I say you know what's cuter, the sight of you packing your bags and moving.
I'm beginning to think Firefox ain't all that good. I can reload this site about 10-12 times before I hafta close out my Firefox window and reopen it. I don't have the same issue with IE.
I don't know why the whole browser thing became such a big deal. Html, javascript, etc etc keep coming up with optional features that gives a lot of freedom for the browsers to screw up stuff. Why not limit it to a small set of features that will and should work alike in all browsers
Damn, LLC. I just ordered mine. Gasoline, heat, electricity, I can only cut back so much. Cigarettes have now become a luxury.
My mom said that during the depression, her dad used to buy cigarettes a few at a time. They were called "loosies" and you could buy them one at a time. He always used to take her with him to the store, and then give her one of his pennies to buy a candy.
Well, don't be discouraged. The patches did help for the most part. My advice would be, if you get any urges early on while you're wearing the patch DON'T GIVE IN. It'll start with "Well, I'll just smoke one today, and then resume wearing the patch tomorrow." Once you do that, you'll do it a few more times, then you'll do it every time you get a craving, and before you know it, you'll be back to your regular number of cigarettes per day. I probably would have been successful if I had more control.
Like I said, they did help a bit. When the patches came in the mail, I spent about an hour staring at them. I didn't want to put it on... I wanted so badly to go buy one last pack, smoke it, and then start off fresh the next morning by putting the first patch on. But, after some deliberation, I gave it and put it on. Within an hour, I didn't even want a cigarette anymore. Then, I experienced something I hadn't experienced in a while--being able to watch TV and not want to smoke a cigarette every time I saw someone light up.
There were only two triggers for irrational cravings... The first was smoking marijuana, as I like to enjoy a ritual cigarette after a joint/bowl/bong/whatever. But I don't see you having a problem with this.
The one you may have to think about is hanging around people you usually smoke with. Once I had relapsed for the first time, when ever I was around my friends, I would want a cigarette, even if they weren't smoking. That's probably the hardest thing.
So, yeah, they'll help you out, but there is still going to be the occasional craving here and there. Honestly, just fight them off. Like I said, if you give in just once, you're substantially hindering your ability to make the patch work. I'd say 50% of it is psychological, so just stay strong.
Damn, I thought those advertisements for other shows during shows (where people walk onto the screen and whatnot) couldn't get more annoying. I just saw one where a guy walked on screen, PAUSED THE TV SHOW DURING SOME DIALOGUE and advertised the other show. Then unpaused and walked off.
Thanks, LLC. I know it's not going to be easy, but I really have to give it up. I sit there and think, "How stupid is it to be a cancer survivor and SMOKE?!" Rationally, I know that, but the urge is tremendous. I have cut down a lot over the years, mostly because there are so few places you can smoke.
I urge you to try it again. When I filled out the survey, and they asked how many years I had smoked, and I wrote "27", it had to be one of the most depressing things I had ever written. I picked up the habit in college, and thought it would be easy to kick. Boy, was I wrong.
I really do need to. I'm going to give the patch another shot, but the New York State quitline makes you wait three months, so I may try to do it cold-turkey before then... But if I had a dollar for everytime I've gone cold-turkey, then I could actually afford cigarettes at $8 a pack.
I'm almost tempted to adopt the method my friend's mother used to quit: sit down in front of a fire, and smoke as many cigarettes as you can in a chain before vomitting profusely. A tad ridiculous, but she hasn't smoked a cigarette since, and that was somewhere around 15 years ago.
Well, when my mother-in-law was caught smoking by her mother, her mother shoved the cigarettes up her nose. My m-i-l smoked for 55 years, so it obviously wasn't a deterrent.
My former boss swears by hypnosis, others I know used acupuncture. I can't think of too many things that I wouldn't try.
My dad has tried the hypnosis, with no positive results, unfortunately. I'd be surprised to find a technique he hasn't used. He is now 51, and has been smoking since he was about 15, so, you know, you're a bit far in at that point. I just hope I never actually make it that far without quitting.
25 years for me, and I know it's taking its toll. I shouldn't get out of breath checking the mail, even living one flight up. What's "funny" is... while I know it's a full-on addiction (I don't know about you kids just yet ) but sitting at my computer 10+ hrs/day, I'll just practically chain smoke w/o even realizing it. That's the habit part. When I go to my folks' (who think I'm still quit from years ago ( )) I don't really think much about it at all. Well, I do chew Nicorette on family functions to curb urges. Maybe one every couple hours (in the same span of time I could smoke almost half a pack unconsciously!)...
What I need to do (short of actually quitting), but find hard to do, is to force myself to leave my current "smoking locations" to make it more inconvenient. Like, step outside each time. Location, location, location! It's not just about real estate -- it's the same for perpetuating bad (and good) habits.
One of the reasons that I have cut down as much as I have is that there are so few places that you can still smoke. And, unlike you, I can't smoke in the house (although I have been known to lock myself in the master bath with the window open and the fan on), and I can only smoke in the car when I'm alone. I can't smoke in the office. Can't smoke in bars or restaurants, either.
I agree about habits. It's amazing how much I will want to light a cigarette if I'm alone in the car, even if I just have had one. The weirdest thing is that since NY doesn't allow smoking in the workplace, it's illegal to smoke in your company car. How do they enforce that one???
The fact that now there ARE so many places you can't smoke anymore sucks for the smoker but is good for the person trying to quit. Out here they are trying to ban it from people living in apartments/condos altogether.
Too, it does help, I guess, at least while you're attempting to quit, to not go places or be with people who do smoke, at least at first.
When I went to Vegas last year with my daughter that was a huge test for me. It had been only about a month since I had quit. My daughter "hated" me smoking which helped me not smoke. But, being in a casino (can you imagine?) and NOT lighting up; Or, having a drink in the lounge and no cigaret . Smokers know exactly what I'm talking about.
I remember walking down the strip by myself at one particular point of the trip, and having brought a pack of cigs with me (yes, I considered the fact I may cheat), I pulled one out and lit it, looked at it, put it to my mouth and then tossed it. I didn't look back after that. Everyone has their own method.
Well, it seems that it wasn't something my older daughter ate after all. It's a stomach bug of some kind. My younger daughter got sick around 9 last night and I got it around 3 this morning.
I hear ya Geoff. What is it about sitting down at your computer that makes you chain smoke. I do the exact same thing. I begun smoking at 12 (Stupid kid)and I'm 23 in less than two weeks. So 11 years does take it's toll.
Olivant, have you seen the movie "The valley of Elah". I just watched it yesterday and I somehow imagine that you would be like Tommy Lee Jones' character in real life, just based on your views on military and war
Mrs. Yogi is off to see Sex in the City with her chums tonight and has left me in charge of the brood!
They always try to get more sweets,play out longer,stay up later and generally twist me around their collective little fingers
They would'nt dare try it with their mother....
She rules with a rod of iron
My wife saw it with some friends last week and then went next door where my neighbor had a theme party about the show/movie. My wife didn't really watch the show, but some of her friends were fans.
Anyway, at around 9:30 PM Saturday night the ladies were on my neighbor's deck drinking, and I stepped outside to clean the pool area. They were calling me over (and calling me Mr. Big). I went over for a few drinks and was enjoying being called "Mr. Big" by some good looking, drunk women...until the next day when my wife told me that that was the name of a character in the show.
And here I thought my wife (with a few drinks in her) had bragged (even embellished a little) to her friends about me.
Mig got caught in the rain the other day, today was my turn. I'm waiting for the bus then the rain just came down in buckets and the force of the wind made the umbrella relatively useless. By the time I got off that bus to wait for the second one the wind had died down, but the damage was already done.
And here I thought my wife (with a few drinks in her) had bragged (even embellished a little) to her friends about me.
Were they making size gestures with their hands, Sonny?
If it's any consolation Mr. Big is HOT!!!!
I have since seen his picture. He's much better looking than I am. Oh, well. I won't fall for that line again.
Anyway, another funny story from Friday night. A guy I know, who is an aging biker, plays in a local rock band. Our daughters are good friends. Well, his band was playing at a nearby biker bar, and a few couples and friends, including my neighbors were there. They called my wife to come out, but she had had a busy day and was in bed by 10. I got home from my boys' games at that time, and she told me the group was still there, so I went out alone.
Now one of our friends is the sister of my neighbor, who is young and very attractive. She is best friends with my wife and was the one a few months ago gave us a bottle of wine, called Menage a Trois. We all sat at the table and enjoyed the music and drinks with the wife of the band member. I also saw a few casual friends at the bar.
By midnight most of the group had gone home, old fogeys that we are, leaving just me and this pretty young lady, whom I'll call "S." She wanted to dance, so we did. And by 1 AM she was ready to go home, but needed a ride. Joking around about leaving together, she wrapped her arm around me and headed for the door. Those casual friends that I bumped into were staring at us with mouths wide open in disbelief. As we approached, S, sensing their amazement, said something pretty suggestive to me just for their amusement, and we proceeded outside where S got a kick out of their reaction and asked if I wanted to go back inside to let them know we were joking, so I wouldn't get into trouble.
"Good idea," I said and went back inside, finding the pair near the door. I winked and told them, "Hey, guys, you're not going to say anything to my wife about the hot brunette, are you?"
In unison they were emphatic with their assurances that my "secret" was safe, and then they congratulated and high fived me. I'll tell them the truth sometime.
Just a little something I wrote earlier off my album.
Another day more thoughts congested awkward efforts/ had me heading towards the exits I'd fallen restless/ Couldn't talk and breathless head stress forced to mention/ A tortured reference best bets sought the temptress/ Lead to foul stuff wound up in court neglected/ entered the fortress sentence which brought the lessons/ Make sure your brethren are real not frauds with gestures/ Stuck on a haunted tether now bring force with letters/ That helped torch the pressures when I'd launch my vengeance/ The source is endless able to thwart the menace/ Ignore the measures not desperate I forged defenses/ Applaud the entrance of essence that tore the crevice/ Wide open it's my focus that soars the heavens/ High hopes when it's tight motions on boards invested/ Once more the preference is to draw ya senses/ Heads in awe of presence and these raw endeavors/
Why is it when you sneeze people say God Bless you. If you cough no one gives a damm. You could be hacking up a long and close to choking to death, but as far as God goes, you're on your own. You get a booger in your nose and people want to say Hail Mary's.
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* Persistent lying or stealing * Recurring difficulties with the law * Tendency to violate the rights and boundaries of others (property, physical, sexual, emotional, legal) * Substance abuse * Aggressive, often violent behavior; prone to getting involved in fights * A persistent agitated or depressed feeling (dysphoria) * Inability to tolerate boredom * Disregard for the safety of self or others * A childhood diagnosis of conduct disorders - this is not a symptom but "a history of" * Lack of remorse, related to hurting others * Superficial charm * Impulsiveness * A sense of extreme entitlement * Inability to make or keep friends * Recklessness, impulsivity[4][5]
* People with a diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder often experience difficulties with authority figures.[6]
...uh yeah. That'd be me.
I looked it up because someone mentioned it to me...
Why is it when you sneeze people say God Bless you. If you cough no one gives a damm. You could be hacking up a long and close to choking to death, but as far as God goes, you're on your own. You get a booger in your nose and people want to say Hail Mary's.
Oh and before I forget, God Bless the retards.
I had always heard that the custom came from the time of the bubonic plague when a sneeze was thought to be an early sign of the plague. But it is apparent that just about every culture has some similar response to sneezes, and that the practice of acknowledging a sneeze with a blessing probably predated the plague.
I just love it when you read a classified and it has misspelled words. One had "bramd" instead of "brand" and another had "hosue" instead of "house". Both the person placing the ad and the proof reader screwed up.
My brother in law is a real estate agent. He was my agent when I bought my house. He said someone made a numerical error on the paperwork and transposed the house numbers. By law the address on the mortgage is what they had to buy. I think the guy who lived at that wrong address was pissed off.
I hate that. Who's your ISP? I use to get that a lot when I had Adelphia, but with TW, so far I don't think it's ever been down (except one time when there was a fire by me last year). Glad you're up and running though.
Whenever I see my niece's kids I always give them goodies or drinks. I usually give Joshua soda. My niece told me today that a couple of days ago out of the blue Joshua says, "Aunt Beth gave me soda". I haven't seen them for weeks and he just remembered that. So of course today I had to give him some more.
What is it with stars giving their babies ridiculous names. Jessica Alba had her baby Saturday. Her name is Honor. I thought Wolfgang and Apple were out there.
We used to have tin bins in the old days but they were forever getting bashed and turned into fires by the over ebullient youths! Apparently it was also to hard for the nice rubbish collection fellas to lift the old bins up and to many were going on the sick with bad backs
Now with these lovely plastic wheelie bins,they can roll them to the wagon and put them on the lift at the back.
Of course where there used to be crews of 5 or 6 collecting the rubbish now there are only 3 because it is easier!
Of course where there used to be crews of 5 or 6 collecting the rubbish now there are only 3 because it is easier!
So should'nt my council tax go down, not up?
You would think so, right? But the government will tell you that the costs of making new trucks with automatic lifts costs a lot of money and they need taxes to pay for them.
I hate strawberries, even though we grow them. Mr. Babe planted a bunch a few years ago, and they have just multiplied like crazy. Luckily, I am the only one in the house that doesn't eat them.
What can I say? For years, my kids thought I was allergic to them. Kids tend to dislike what their parents do (at least until they hit about 12 years of age), so I lied to them and said that I LOVED strawberries, but was allergic. They felt rather betrayed when I told them the truth.
My 13 year old son has been spending quite a bit of time at Hershey Park with his friends since school let out. Because we live 10-15 minutes from the park, he, like many of the kids, has a season pass.
During a rain delay in his baseball game yesterday, he and some of the guys from his team were talking about going to the park today. He asked me on the way home whether he could use his own money to buy a ticket for a particular friend on the team, whose family couldn't afford the ticket (a day pass runs about $46). I told him that I'd buy his ticket.
My wife and a couple of the other moms got the idea that a season's pass is about as much as three tickets, so they decided to chip in and surprise the boy with a pass. She and the group of friends took the boy to the sales office pretending that that was where his ticket was waiting.
My wife just called me to say that he had no idea why he was asked to sit and have his photo taken. When he realized that he was getting a season pass, he burst into tears.
What a wonderful gesture. You and your family & friends are truly "good" people. I can imagine how good you made that boy feel. Three cheers for Kly & Co.
Thank you, all, but I'm not as nice as you think. Joking, I told my wife that if we don't tell the boy's mom that 5 families put in for the pass, maybe she and I could get the credit.
Seriously, this boy is a great kid, who has had a lot of heartbreak in his life. He lives with his younger sister and mother, a wonderful lady, who works two jobs. She is separated from their dad, who is in prison and up for parole in 2010. His sister has had some health issues. His mom said that she could by one season pass, but couldn't do it for one and not the other, so she'll get a pass for her daughter this week.
We live in a culture where we tend to only hear bad news. That is a great story Klydon and a great lesson in generosity. I'm sure your children will file that away in their memory banks as well as the boy who receive the pass. Well done!
That's why I rarely watch the news...I probably shouldn't avoid it, but it's so depressing that I usually hate to have it on. I remember a few years back, waking up early for school, eating breakfast, and the news was always on - and I'd find myself in a horrible mood after watching it. And I think the evening and night news is probably worse - or I've joked about it being that way, because there's been more time in the day for bad stuff to happen.
And that's why I rely on Jon and Stephen for keeping up with current events.
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My random post: my mom just gave me a post-it note cube that she got at the store, and I...can't stop smelling it. I've always had a thing for office supplies, and I swear, these post-its have the distinct smell of an office supply store, like Office Depot. And they were wrapped in plastic! Yet smell so good.
Hey, my dad likes the smell of Home Depot, so I'm not the only weird one.
I rarely watch regular News -- the only times I do is when they mention some *exceptional* "coming up at 11, THIS will kill you if you don't know about it!" spot, when I'm like, "if you really care about your audience, why not tell them hours sooner??" lol
my mom just gave me a post-it note cube that she got at the store, and I...can't stop smelling it. I've always had a thing for office supplies, and I swear, these post-its have the distinct smell of an office supply store, like Office Depot. And they were wrapped in plastic! Yet smell so good.
I get the same effect from a freshly opened pack of looseleaf paper. It reminds me of September - the first days of school.
On a simliar (sticky)note, I love the smell of brand new paperback books. I flip the pages in front of my nose over and over. It reminds me of doing that when I was too young to read a "grownup" book, but I would play with my Dad's books that he was always reading and leaving around. Of course I had to always move his bookmark as well.
EDIT: And by "grownup" book I meant anything more complicated than Dr. Seuss, not what YOU were thinking Geoff.
When I was a senior in high school, I volunteered as a teacher's aide in my Italian class. The best part of it was that I got to make all the mimeographs. That purple stuff was way cool.
...I thought you'd remember the smell of "dittos" (like I do) --
You mean the mimeographed copies?? I used to get high from them. By the time I finished sixth grade I was on a three page per day habit.
I remember dittos/mimeograph too. As a matter of fact, we still have one in the work area of my school. I can't say I see anyone use it. It's been there forever.
I remember my first job at an insurance company having to type with carbon paper. If you made a mistake you'd have to correct each copy with a typing eraser than typing tape and then white out. Now..whew!!!! It's a piece of cake typing has become. You can save documents in your computer. If you need to change the date or reword or whatever, how easy it is.
I remember my first job at an insurance company having to type with carbon paper. If you made a mistake you'd have to correct each copy with a typing eraser than typing tape and then white out. Now..whew!!!! It's a piece of cake typing has become.
C'mon, TIS, tell the truth. In your first job you used a chisel and a slab of rock.
Many of our tests in grade school were given on mimeographs. Everyone would press the tests to their faces before starting the test. Even in high school we had mimeographs. One particular Jesuit would say after passing them out, "Inhale, then fail."
I also have never minded the smell of skunks. While I wouldn't pick the scent for an air freshener, I don't think it is unpleasant.
I think that the worst smell I ever experienced was by a slaughterhouse on a hot summer day.
I hit a skunk with my car. No matter how much I scrubbed it, cleaned it, aired it out, sprinkled it with baking soda, you could still smell it on humid days. UGH! It was horrible. If I had only known, Klyd, I would have sold it to you. The minute the dealer offered to let me out of my lease early, as long as I leased another car from him, I almost threw the car at him.
Today was my daughter's birthday/graduation party. It was lovely. The best part of the whole party was that she asked people (or groups) to come up and help her light each candle of her cake.
I know that many of you remember that her best friend was badly injured in a car accident last year, spending a long time in a coma. She has recovered well, although she did sustain some brain damage, and she walks with a slight limp, which is way more than we EVER expected. However, the speech that my daughter gave before she requested her to come up to light her candle pretty much had all of us bawling our eyes out. I was so very, very proud of my girl today.
They've been best friends since they were 8, so to see them together today, when I think of how closely we came to losing her last year, was just the best gift!
What an amazing day. You should be very proud mama. It'll come full circle when you see her turn her tassel at graduation. It doesn't get any better than that.
That's beautiful SB. You have a wonderful daughter. Happy birthday/graduation to her.
I certainly can relate to her friend's recovery being "more" than anyone expected. After coming so close to losing my little brother last March, I too appreciate how he's coming along with what seems at this point, no major after-affect.
Anyway, my best to your daughter and in respect to "caring" here's to yours and to wonderful families in general.
Thanks, guys. It really was terrific. And my nephew and his girlfriend came from VA for the party and announced their engagement! We love his girlfriend, so we're really thrilled for them. They are just the cutest couple. It was just an overwhelming day emotionally.
My nephew went to college in VA, he and his girlfriend got jobs down there, and just got their own apartment. They're near DC.
Congrats to Joshua, Beth! Hope his surgeries go well. It's so hard when they're that little, isn't it?
I remember when we had to tell my daughter that she needed another surgery. She was about 6, and she threw herself on her bed and started crying and yelling that she wasn't going back to that STINKY hospital for another STINKY surgery. It just broke my heart. Then she suddenly sat up and said, "Will I get presents?", and we assured her she would, and then she said, "OK, I'll go," and was all smiles.
Today was my daughter's birthday/graduation party. It was lovely. The best part of the whole party was that she asked people (or groups) to come up and help her light each candle of her cake.
I know that many of you remember that her best friend was badly injured in a car accident last year, spending a long time in a coma. She has recovered well, although she did sustain some brain damage, and she walks with a slight limp, which is way more than we EVER expected. However, the speech that my daughter gave before she requested her to come up to light her candle pretty much had all of us bawling our eyes out. I was so very, very proud of my girl today.
They've been best friends since they were 8, so to see them together today, when I think of how closely we came to losing her last year, was just the best gift!
Kudos to your daughter, SB. You must be proud. I'm happy that her friend has done better than expected, but with friends like your daughter, she has an advantage in her recovery.
Thanks, Klyd. It was a really special day. I took a picture of them together, and I will post it when I download them. It's amazing that she has done so well, far exceeding everyone's expectations for her recovery. She spent a long time sharing memory techniques with my husband (he swears that he has the worst memory ever), which was really cute. She is also graduating this year, and the girls will both be going to the local community college together in the fall. I'm so happy when I see the two of them together.
Hey there people! Dang, I don't even remember the last time I was here. Well I'm back anyway...Sooo, I see TIS is still here, lol, who else is still here?
Hey there people! Dang, I don't even remember the last time I was here. Well I'm back anyway...Sooo, I see TIS is still here, lol, who else is still here?
Welcome back Patches. How is your Son Cody? Isn't that his name?
Don't pull your love out on me baby If you do then I think that maybe I'll just lay me down and cry for a hundred years Don't pull your love out on me honey Take my heart, my soul, my money But don't leave me drownin' in my tears . . .
Holy Cow!! Patches??? How are you??? Nice to see you back. Let's see, if I remember correctly you had a cute little baby boy right??? Hope all is well.
I would hear that song a lot on the radio station I used to listen to, and I really liked it. Just about a week ago, it randomly popped into my head as I was walking around the store, and I couldn't believe I remembered it. You helped me remember again, so now I've been able to look up the artist and hear it.
Don't pull your love out on me baby If you do then I think that maybe I'll just lay me down and cry for a hundred years Don't pull your love out on me honey Take my heart, my soul, my money But don't leave me drownin' in my tears . . .
Why do I live with pigs?? I just put away 3 loads of laundry, and the hampers are overflowing. My daughters must pluck hairs from their friend's heads and toss them in the bathroom sink, because no humans could possibly shed that much hair and not be bald. And do they AIM for the faucet when they spit?? There's freaking toothpaste everywhere - in the sink, on the mirror, on the vanity!! And I carry the clothes downstairs, wash them, dry them, fold them (making sure that the top button on Mr. Babe's polo shirts is always buttoned because, according to him, that makes the collar stay nice), carry them back upstairs, lay them on the bed in their proper categories (shirts, pants, socks, etc.) (although the socks are only paired and not rolled because the way I roll them stretches them out!) and Mr. Babe doesn't understand WHY I can't put them away in his dresser!
Bec called today and told me that they had a bad wind/thunderstorm last night. A big huge branch broke off of one the tree's in the back yard at 1:30 this morning. Thank God it missed the house but it took out one of the railings on the back porch deck.
When she gets it all cut up she might have enough wood for the wood stove this winter.
It's always nice when you find money in the washer/dryer.
Is that how hillbillies launder their funds??
I actually washed Mr. Babe's paycheck once when he left it in the back pocket of his pants. It was completely shredded. He had to go to HR and ask for a new check. And they all made fun of him for "laundering money".
I actually washed Mr. Babe's paycheck once when he left it in the back pocket of his pants. It was completely shredded. He had to go to HR and ask for a new check. And they all made fun of him for "laundering money".
And then they paid him with a rubber check (so it wouldn't get ruined in the washing machine). Of course the check bounced.
Years ago my wife washed the pants in which I had the watch my parents gave me for high school graduation. Fortunately, she was able to have it repaired and afterall these years it runs like new.
TIS, have a wonderful time, keep safe...and be good!
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Cat owners...my mom and I discovered a new way to annoy - I mean, play with - our cats. Instead of dragging string or ribbon on the floor for them to chase, my mom was using thread. It drives Tiger crazy because he has no chance of catching it. And when it's in the air above him, he looks psychotic, as though he's clawing at nothing. I don't think I'm being mean by laughing at him...
OK.... put on your thinking caps. I need some help with the name (brand) of a car.... it's a "retro" type design... relatively small, it looks kind of like a 40's or early 50's car. It has the back end of a station wagon.
For the life of me I can't remember it's name. Ring a bell to anyone?
EDIT: It's currently in production (here in the U.S. anyway).
I was first (Station wagon my ass -- you can't sleep 3 in the back of that!! lol THIS is a station wagon! I had my mom's '78 hand-me-down -- drove like a boat! )
Why oh why did I agree to work on one of my nights off? Tonight will be the 6th night in a row of work. Then I get 1 day off and back again for probably another 6 straight.
I think that you need to amputate your finger. j/k!!!
Get a pin or needle and just dig it out (although you should clean it first). I've heard something about bread dipped in milk or something, but don't know if that really works or not.
Edit: found this website, which gives very helpful instructions. Splinter Removal
What's the best way to remove a tiny splinter from my finger?
Cover the finger with termites.
Interesting idea...couldn't find any termites so I just dug in with tweezers until I got the splinter (and the skin around it) out.
Had some glass in my foot a month or two ago. I waited a week until it wasn't sore anymore and then got it out. It hurt a lot less than trying to dig it out after it happened and was sensitive and sore.
man, you need to stop the one word or just the face, Capiche? that is the only reason you have such a high post count, most likely 300-400 of those posts are one word... one line.... or
I have a high post count, because unlike you I have no social life and come in here regularly. You wanna prove my posts are more then a face or one worded your gonna have to search all of them.
My friggin' DVD player died watching The 4400 (Season 4) last night. Good thing Wal-Mart was still open. I like how electronics seem to only last for a year or two these days...
Wow, that is scary, Yogi. I hope he feels better soon.
My younger son had a Saturday morning baseball practice where his friend, a tall and thin kid, and teammate was hit in the side with a pitch from the coach, who was firing fastballs.
The boy finished practice, but began urinating blood. He was diagnosed with a bruised kidney. The coach feels terrible.
Yogi, that's awful. I think that's one of the many nightmares for a parent. I wish him well. At least he is home and with his family. My best wishes to him for a speedy recovery. I imagine you and your wife were more scared than he was hu?
I would always tend to worry a bit much, but whenever my kids got a very large bump from a fall or whatever, it'd be so scary. We were told to watch for vomiting and don't let them sleep for a while and that's exactly what I did. However, nothing ever close to what you described. Hang in there.
I went to the Tom Petty concert on the 22nd. at Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH. The concert was great except it was pooring the rain. Steve Winwood opened for Tom.
First concert I've been to in years. 45 bucks for a Tom Petty t-shirt.
Merch is outta hand...! But that is how bands make most of their money...
What's sad, is that in my opinion, Tom Petty is a fucking hack, and he's charging three-to-four times as much for a t-shirt than some much more innovative bands. I don't think stature in the rock world should have a single fucking thing to do with it. It's just disgusting, it's the perfect example of music becoming a supply and demand commodity.
But I fucking hate big rock concerts, as I've stated before. I'd rather pay ten or twenty bucks to stand in a tiny room that smells like vomit, with 1,000 people that also smell like vomit.
Does anybody ever think of something interesting during their day and think to themselves "I should post that later on the BB". Then a week or two later it pops into your head again and you go to post it on here but then you wonder... "Did I already post this? I better not post it again. I don't want to look stupid for repeating myself." Then you do a search to make sure and can't find it anywhere, but you still aren't completely sure because maybe you just did a bad search?
Does anybody ever think of something interesting during their day and think to themselves "I should post that later on the BB". Then a week or two later it pops into your head again and you go to post it on here but then you wonder... "Did I already post this? I better not post it again. I don't want to look stupid for repeating myself." Then you do a search to make sure and can't find it anywhere, but you still aren't completely sure because maybe you just did a bad search?
No, and you already asked us that before. Jeez, BL, couldn't you have done a search to see if you'd already talked about this?
Does anybody ever think of something interesting during their day and think to themselves "I should post that later on the BB". Then a week or two later it pops into your head again and you go to post it on here but then you wonder... "Did I already post this? I better not post it again. I don't want to look stupid for repeating myself." Then you do a search to make sure and can't find it anywhere, but you still aren't completely sure because maybe you just did a bad search?
You know what amazes me? Every time I signed on here in the past, there would be hundreds and hundreds (if not thousands) of new posts in Games. Ever since the games don't add to your post count, there have been hardly any new posts there. Did the games get boring? Did everyone simultaneously lose interest in them? Hmmm....
If anyone cares, I just heard Dan Abrams say that it "seems" as though Madonna and Guy Ritchie are getting a divorce.
According to him Madonna hired Paul McCartney's lawyer. He said Madonna is worth 600 million dollars. WTF...That's what I'd call obscenely rich no? Or as Abrams said, Guy is gonna be known as Richy Rich. Ha ha.
Have you ever watched a quiz show on tv? You know the answer to the question but the contestant on tv doesn't. Do you end up (like me) yelling the answer out at the screen and calling the contestant a "dumb shit"??
Have you ever watched a quiz show on tv? You know the answer to the question but the contestant on tv doesn't. Do you end up (like me) yelling the answer out at the screen and calling the contestant a "dumb shit"??
Does this have something to do with me saying to people what I am before they say it?
Does anybody ever think of something interesting during their day and think to themselves "I should post that later on the BB". Then a week or two later it pops into your head again and you go to post it on here but then you wonder... "Did I already post this? I better not post it again. I don't want to look stupid for repeating myself." Then you do a search to make sure and can't find it anywhere, but you still aren't completely sure because maybe you just did a bad search?
I do.
Haha, yes.
But since your post requires an answer, it is ineligible in this thread. Please post again in a new thread.
Has anybody here been keeping up to date with the Zimbabwe Crisis?
It's just took a turn for the worrying.
The second election had been held, where Mugabe is the only candidate after Tsvangirai pulled out, calling it "a futile attempt to promote legitimancy". Not all Mugabe supporters turned up to vote in the second election, and those that have had had their thumb stained red to prove they have been there.
"Operation Red Thumb" has started, to find those Mugabe supporters who did not vote. They will be beaten and/or killed. The European Commission has said it is powerless to do anything.
To solve this, the USA can't get involved(look what happens when they do - Somalia, Modaguishu, aka, Black Hawk Down). South African troops will have to cross the border and fight a war with Zimbabwe, probably unleashing other countries in Africa to join the conflict.
To anyone who has ever thought electronic music is easy to make, you're gravely mistaken. Even I, while respecting it, perceived it as easier to compose than music utilizing live instruments and a band.
Now that I've been doing both, I think it requires just as much talent as it does to jam out with a live band. The emphasis on timing and structure is insane.
It just sort of flows when you're working with live musicians though, especially if you can connect with them. I think electonic music has to be much more premeditated, because since you're basically just collecting sounds to collage before you're satisfied and ready to blend them together in the recording process, you don't really know what the final product is going to sound like. With a band, I think you have more assurance.
That's the way it is for me, especially with Aeroplasty. I barely have to think about what I'm doing with those guys, because we were just so in sync with one another.
Has anybody here been keeping up to date with the Zimbabwe Crisis?
It's just took a turn for the worrying.
The second election had been held, where Mugabe is the only candidate after Tsvangirai pulled out, calling it "a futile attempt to promote legitimancy". Not all Mugabe supporters turned up to vote in the second election, and those that have had had their thumb stained red to prove they have been there.
"Operation Red Thumb" has started, to find those Mugabe supporters who did not vote. They will be beaten and/or killed. The European Commission has said it is powerless to do anything.
To solve this, the USA can't get involved(look what happens when they do - Somalia, Modaguishu, aka, Black Hawk Down). South African troops will have to cross the border and fight a war with Zimbabwe, probably unleashing other countries in Africa to join the conflict.
Please post your Zimbabwe related articles here. Zimbabwe is woefully neglected when it comes to discussing world affairs.
It just sort of flows when you're working with live musicians though, especially if you can connect with them. I think electonic music has to be much more premeditated,...
You're probably right for the most part, but I still think structure and timing are important. I briefly played keys in a band in high school, but I didn't really know what I was doing so that didn't count much. But I've been with bands all my life. I also had the hobby of home recording a bunch of shit. Literally. Timing was always an issue w/ me - you either have it or you don't. It's weird w/ me, though. I may think I'm in time and in tune and might not be, but if anyone else is just a hair off, I can hear it immediately. You guys are pretty good, tho.
I've never really had that problem. I'm pretty critical of myself, actually. I'll think something sounds horrible, and have 10 people tell me it's their favorite part of the song, or their favorite song in the setlist, etc.
I don't have issues with my own timing... But I think what I'm getting at is, when I play with live bands, I don't have to focus on it at all, once I get going, I just sort of build strength, and focus less on what I am doing than I do what the guitars or drums are doing, or I'll try and isolate the vocal melodies, or whatever. With the stuff I've been doing recently, I'm still not having trouble, but because I'm used to ignoring myself as I do whatever feels right while simultaneously tapping into the other musicians, I'm actually focusing completely on myself for a change. It's just different, but I am working with it... And a lot of the more recent tracks I'm been compiling are rather electronic, utilizing all sorts of loops, samples, and highly processed sequences and whatnot, which sparked my initial comments.
But, you're looking at this from the standpoint of a guitarist, and I am thinking as a bassist. I'm all natural rhythm. I mean, I can play some complicated shit, and my style of playing bass is pretty funk/jazz orientated, but I still don't consider myself the center of attention the way I would regard a guitar part. They're two pretty different worlds, I think.
Has anybody here been keeping up to date with the Zimbabwe Crisis?
It's just took a turn for the worrying.
The second election had been held, where Mugabe is the only candidate after Tsvangirai pulled out, calling it "a futile attempt to promote legitimancy". Not all Mugabe supporters turned up to vote in the second election, and those that have had had their thumb stained red to prove they have been there.
"Operation Red Thumb" has started, to find those Mugabe supporters who did not vote. They will be beaten and/or killed. The European Commission has said it is powerless to do anything.
To solve this, the USA can't get involved(look what happens when they do - Somalia, Modaguishu, aka, Black Hawk Down). South African troops will have to cross the border and fight a war with Zimbabwe, probably unleashing other countries in Africa to join the conflict.
Please post your Zimbabwe related articles here. Zimbabwe is woefully neglected when it comes to discussing world affairs.
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I thought of my fellow Blues Brothers fans when I read in the paper today about how Dan Aykroyd was in Houston for a new opening of House of Blues in downtown.
And I heard he threw out the first pitch at the Astros game yesterday! It was actually a whole Blues Brothers theme for the game that night, as people were supposed to come dressed in the famous attire. I don't know if there was a costume contest, or what it was, but I did get to see two guys dressed up on camera as I watched the game.
Then our announcers did a trivia question, asking what the name of the place was where Jake and Elwood performed the Rawhide theme. One of them reminded listeners that they had both country and western. haha I was yelling at the TV, "Bob's Country Bunker!!"
I was recently reminded of an old friend who worked for a company making wood pallets... it was called P&S Pallets. Say that a few times quickly pretending to answer the phone, as they did.
Normally if you have a criminal record, they wont employ you, But I know one of the guys that works in the management office and he did a favor for my Mum and got me the job.
First day was easy. I just had to sit in a car for 5 hours watching a building site as kids had been breaking in and leaving graffiti and stealing bricks, coil etc. Then I got to stretch my legs and walk around an empty car park, whistling and doing the whole cliche' security thing.
I gotta go to work at 2 am later on though. It's a rotating roster.
Show some respect, huh? We do NOT wish people DEAD. This is real life, not fantasy. I spoke with Winegardner myself on the phone, and he has more to add than some people here, trust me.
Happy Anniversary Yogi!!! Here's to another 13 plus years. In today's world it really is quite an accomplishment. Are you and your wife going out to dinner, or any special plans? Whatever you do, enjoy your day.
Speaking of the Beatles, when I was in Vegas I saw the "Fab Four Live". It was wonderful. Started out with an Ed Sullivan impersonator introducing the Beatles.
The four impersonators were wonderful. They started out singing (and sounding exactly like the Beatles) early Beatles music (I wanna hold your hand, etc), transformed to the Sgt. Pepper era and on thru the White Album/Abbey Road.
I was thrilled that they sang A Day In The Life. I just assumed it would be a difficult song to perform live. But, let me tell you they were right on. It was wonderful.
Throughout their performance they had screens showing the real Beatles comparing during the same era the impersonaters were sing. We got to meet them after the show and I thouroughly enjoyed telling them how great they sounded. Lots of fun and nostalgic for Beatle fans. I left humming Beatle tunes.
I had a dream last night, in which I discovered I had seven fingers on my left hand. I had an extra ring finger next to the middle finger, and a smaller index finger growing out of the base of my original index finger towards the thumb.
My best friend is a Beatles "expert", and we've been slowly watching my Beatles Anthology boxed set. He says it makes him "happy". Makes me happy, too, since they're so terrif' on the dance floor!
My niece had her baby today. She had a 7 lb. 3 oz. baby boy. She was three weeks early, so we were a little concerned, but Mom and Son are doing fine.
When my brother was told that her water had broken, he ran in the bathroom and threw up. I think he was less nervous when his own kids were born!!
Congratulations on the new arrival, SB. There is no better news than that of the birth of a baby. It's good that Mom and Son are doing well, but I'm concerned about Grandpa. Is he feeling better?
Every now and then I'll post something on a political site, or on the CNN, MSN blog site. Especially if I am pissed off. Anyway today I did that and signed it TIS. Thing is, you can't go back in edit it. Ha ha Anybody else ever do that?
My best friend is a Beatles "expert", and we've been slowly watching my Beatles Anthology boxed set. He says it makes him "happy". Makes me happy, too, since they're so terrif' on the dance floor!
Every now and then I'll post something on a political site, or on the CNN, MSN blog site. Especially if I am pissed off. Anyway today I did that and signed it TIS. Thing is, you can't go back in edit it. Ha ha Anybody else ever do that?
TIS
Yes. Just today I sent an email and signed it "TIS." It happens all the time.
Every now and then I'll post something on a political site, or on the CNN, MSN blog site. Especially if I am pissed off. Anyway today I did that and signed it TIS. Thing is, you can't go back in edit it. Ha ha Anybody else ever do that?
TIS
Yes. Just today I sent an email and signed it "TIS." It happens all the time.
Every now and then I'll post something on a political site, or on the CNN, MSN blog site. Especially if I am pissed off. Anyway today I did that and signed it TIS. Thing is, you can't go back in edit it. Ha ha Anybody else ever do that?
TIS
Yes. Just today I sent an email and signed it "TIS." It happens all the time.
LMAO You got me.
TIS
Actually, I've done the same thing you mentioned. In college I worked part-time in a hospital business office, and when I was home I would occasionally answer the phone by saying, "Patient Accounts."
[quote=The Italian Stallionette]Every now and then I'll post something on a political site, or on the CNN, MSN blog site. Especially if I am pissed off. Anyway today I did that and signed it TIS. Thing is, you can't go back in edit it. Ha ha Anybody else ever do that?
TIS
Yes. Just today I sent an email and signed it "TIS." It happens all the time.
LMAO You got me.
TIS
Actually, I've done the same thing you mentioned. In college I worked part-time in a hospital business office, and when I was home I would occasionally answer the phone by saying, "Patient Accounts."[/quote]
I think I accidentally said "I love you" to some random person calling my work once when hanging up, I had just gotten off the phone with my wife earlier.
One time when I first starting working for the school district, I was a receptionist. One of our counselors loved to joke around and many times we'd joke with each other.
One morning someone brought in donuts. It was early and the office was kind of empty, so got a cup of coffee and was eating a donut. This counselor dailed my extenstion thru the speaker phone and I hear him call me (deliberately to bug me). I keep hearing my name over and over, "pick-up, pick-up" he'd say. I wasn't sitting at my desk but he was making me laugh. I worked my way back as I hear him talking/teasing me, etc.
Finally, I pick up the phone and say "what do you want, I'm eating a donut?" Well guess what? I picked up a line that had a parent calling in to the school. LOL She says, "excuse me?" All I could do is be honest and told her briefly what happened and apologized. Thank goodness she understood and didn't go complaining to the principal.
I told the counselor what happened and he cracked up and would never ever let me live it down. One time he bought a box of donuts and writes on the box Ann's donuts. Some teachers and students walking by would ask, "how come you get all the donuts." I'd tell them the story. I guess you'd have to be there, but it was funny to me.
On the night before my brother turned 21, his buddies took him out to some bars. Now my brother (Tim) had been having beer parties since high school, so they were celebrating his entry into legal drinking. He and his buddies were also pranksters of the first order.
At 11 PM, 60 minutes before he turned 21, my dad got a call from someone claiming to be a policeman, who nabbed Tim and some of his buddies for underage drinking. He asked my father to describe Tim, and he answered, "He's almost as good looking as me. Like Robert Redford." And so it wenton. My dad couldn't be fooled.
They next told my dad that because Tim was minutes away from 21, they were thinking of letting him go, but Dad said with a smile, "Don't you dare. You should lock him up for the night. He's nothing but trouble." The call eventually ended.
As you probably guessed, the call was real, from a real cop. He got off the phone and told my brother, "No citation for you. You've got bigger problems at home. Now get the hell out of here."
I remember Tim getting home and saying, "Dad, what the hell were youdoing?"
A friend of mine is a college football referee, who was at my house Saturday night. He had casually remarked that he just remembered that he didn't get a check he was supposed to have received some time ago. Immediately, the look on his wife's face explained everything.
Where do you work? It seems like you always work at Blockbuster, and then you are happy to quit, but then you move on to another Blockbuster? Or did you get a different job that I wasn't aware of?
Still at Blockbuster but not for long. Next Thursday, I'm quitting Blockbuster. I'm not transferring to another store in New York. I'm quitting. Period!
Still at Blockbuster but not for long. Next Thursday, I'm quitting Blockbuster. I'm not transferring to another store in New York. I'm quitting. Period!
What will you do without access to all those movies?
Still at Blockbuster but not for long. Next Thursday, I'm quitting Blockbuster. I'm not transferring to another store in New York. I'm quitting. Period!
What will you do without access to all those movies?
I'll sign up for a movie pass. I should be covered
I got one half assed, half done email wanting extra payment, the links to payment didn't even work.
A year ago I got a letter saying that I would be given the secrets to a succesfull life. The last page was to buy a book for £400. I checked on blogs and things on the web and the book is actually in the shops for £20 or about there.
They say that psychics are fraudsters, but if they told me things that no one else knows then what should I believe. If they told me things about my "extra income" activities , then I would have to....!!!!
1) Are you a jerk? When necessary. 2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? Yeah
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? My friends recording studio!
4) Do you miss someone? Nah
5) What's on your mind? Music and Sex
6) What music do you hear? RZA
7) Do you like someone right now? Yeah, this little hottie from work.
8) Listening to music? Just finished.
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Work, writing and hopefully getting lucky!
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Whatever
11) Anything annoying you right now? Insomnia
12) Favorite color? Black
13) What did you do last night? Recorded Music
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? Some of my boys!!!
16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? White and Black
17) What did you do Sunday? Slept
18) Do you have any bruises? Yeah, On my Knuckles and Underneath my right eye.
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? Working
20) How long does it take you to get ready? 5 mins
21) Have you been outside today? Yep
22) The last text you received on your cell was from? A friend
23) What did it say? I need that verse bro....
24) Last movie you watched and with who? DeathProof with my Dog.
25) Who/ What do you miss? Already answered this shit.
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? Nah
27) Last person you hugged? Myself
28) The last place you went to? A shitty underground club
29) Who/What made you upset today? I make people upset.
30) Do you sing in the shower? Nah..I rhyme.
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally? Yep
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'? Heaps 35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? hahaha a lot of people!!!!!!!
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? Of course!!
I have been battling some insomnia the past two nights. I swear I only slept for an hour last night - I kept waking up constantly for no real reason. I'm like a zombie today and I have to work 11 hours.
I have been battling some insomnia the past two nights. I swear I only slept for an hour last night - I kept waking up constantly for no real reason. I'm like a zombie today and I have to work 11 hours.
I have been battling some insomnia the past two nights. I swear I only slept for an hour last night - I kept waking up constantly for no real reason. I'm like a zombie today and I have to work 11 hours.
DaVinci and Kramer only needed an hour a night.
JERRY: Catnap?
KRAMER: No, no, no, no. (comes in) This is evolutionary. I been reading this book, on Leonardo de Vinci. See, that means 'from Vinci', d'you know that?
JERRY: (deadpan) That must be some book.
KRAMER: Yeah, well, turns out that the master slept only twenty minutes every three hours. Now, that works out to two and a half extra days, that I'm awake per week, every week. Which means, if I live to be eighty, I will have lived the equivalent of a hundred and five years.
JERRY: Just imagine how much more you'll accomplish.
KRAMER: Oh, I got a lot of things in the hopper, buddy.
Kramer heads for the door.
JERRY: I didn't know you had a hopper.
KRAMER: (smiling) Oh, I got a hopper. A big hopper.
No I don't drink much coffee. Maybe 5 cups per week. I really can't put my finger on the reason. I'm no more or less stressed than usual. My mind just did not want to rest even though my body was screaming for it to shut up.
That's a great exchange Pizzaboy. Didn't Kramer come in at like 3 am, wake Jerry up and ask to do something together b/c Kramer was bored with all the extra free time?
I have been battling some insomnia the past two nights. I swear I only slept for an hour last night - I kept waking up constantly for no real reason. I'm like a zombie today and I have to work 11 hours.
DaVinci and Kramer only needed an hour a night.
JERRY: Catnap?
KRAMER: No, no, no, no. (comes in) This is evolutionary. I been reading this book, on Leonardo de Vinci. See, that means 'from Vinci', d'you know that?
JERRY: (deadpan) That must be some book.
KRAMER: Yeah, well, turns out that the master slept only twenty minutes every three hours. Now, that works out to two and a half extra days, that I'm awake per week, every week. Which means, if I live to be eighty, I will have lived the equivalent of a hundred and five years.
JERRY: Just imagine how much more you'll accomplish.
KRAMER: Oh, I got a lot of things in the hopper, buddy.
Kramer heads for the door.
JERRY: I didn't know you had a hopper.
KRAMER: (smiling) Oh, I got a hopper. A big hopper.
20 minutes every 3 hours...hmm. I'd try that if I could
I was having the following problem, and typed the message below in the "help" forum. When I went to post I got a message saying server problems don't belong in that forum. How'd it know what I was typing. It lasted about 10 minutes and when I went to type the same message in the server thread, I see it cleared up. Anyway, did anyone else experience this just moments ago? Here's what happened. Am I losing it????
I access the BB with the main page with all the different sections (GF, General, etc). I see under general discussion the last post (right now "Ghost") with time posted, etc right?
But, when I click on "General" discussion to see all the threads, I get old threads from Jan. - April of 08. The GF Convention and PLaw threads are still on top, but right below that is a "where is Vitelli thread" (btw where is he?) and other threads from the past.
Anyone else having that problem, cause I'm baffled.
Could I have accidently "clicked" or "set" a setting?
Anyway, I am hopin it's a glitch and assume it'll clear up. If not, I will let somebody know, but if someone else is experiencing this, please let me know.Thanks
Yes, it's fine now. Could I have accidently done something??? I kept getting those old posts everytime I went to the General screen. I'd browse other sites, come back and the main screen was fine, but when I clicked "general" there it was again. Guess it's just me.
Uh oh.... I wonder if something is wrong with the system. Just as I was posting that last reply, I got a message that the "Submit button was already pressed" (but it wasn't, and the message went through OK).
Uh oh.... I wonder if something is wrong with the system. Just as I was posting that last reply, I got a message that the "Submit button was already pressed" (but it wasn't, and the message went through OK).
Ah ha!! That'll teach ya to tease me. Seriousl, I don't want to say that I hope something is wrong, cause I really don't. However, it seems I always have these bullshit piddly issues and I want others to join in the fun.
2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? Yes.
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? A friend...on the Fourth.
4) Do you miss someone? Yes.
5) What's on your mind? Stress from work.
6) What music do you hear? None.
7) Do you like someone right now? Sure.
8) Listening to music? No.
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Attend a hearing, work on reports, attend my son's baseball game in Hershey, and meet my wife and three other pretty ladies for drinks.
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Black raspberry
11) Anything annoying you right now? Not at the moment.
12) Favorite color? Green
13) What did you do last night? I walked the dog, had pizza for a late dinner, emptied the dishwasher and took out the trash (3 recyclable containers of beer and wine bottles ).
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? A colleague at work.
16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? Light blue.
17) What did you do Sunday? Friends came over...Hence, the recyclable containers.
18) Do you have any bruises? Yes.
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? Getting ready to go for lunch.
20) How long does it take you to get ready? About 25 minutes.
21) Have you been outside today? Yes. It was hot.
22) The last text you received on your cell was from? A friend of my wife.
23) What did it say? "Kabam!"
24) Last movie you watched and with who? "Life is Beautiful" with my daughter. We watch it together whenever it's on. The other two movies she'll always likes to watch with me are "Simon Birch" and "Kill Bill."
25) Who/ What do you miss? Summer vacations as a kid.
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? No.
27) Last person you hugged? My daughter.
28) The last place you went to? A deli in Dunmore,PA
29) Who/What made you upset today? Nothing yet.
30) Do you sing in the shower? Yes. for some reason today I was singing, "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You."
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally? Yes.
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'? A friend, named Terry, and my brother, Tim.
35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? Terry. He's having a marital issue that should not have been as troublesome as it is.
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? Yes. 37) What color are your bedroom walls? Off-white
2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? Yes. My sister.
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? My sister's.
4) Do you miss someone? Yes, a few people; most notably my dad, my second wife and plawrence.
5) What's on your mind? My health.
6) What music do you hear? The hum of my air conditioner.
7) Do you like someone right now? I like a lot of people.
8) Listening to music? Not right now.
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Will clean the front room of my apartment.
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Coffee or vanilla.
11) Anything annoying you right now? Yes, my health.
12) Favorite color? Blue.
13) What did you do last night? Watched some tv, read a few magazine articles, posted here and played with my cat.
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? Don Cardi.
16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? Not wearing one now.
17) What did you do Sunday? Went for a walk, did some food shopping and caught up on some paperwork.
18) Do you have any bruises? Yeah, a few.
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? Waiting at the gas station to get my car inspected for it's annual safety inspection.
20) How long does it take you to get ready? Depends on what I'm getting ready for.
21) Have you been outside today? Yes. I had a doctor's appointment and took a ride out east to get cigarettes from the Indian reservation.
22) The last text you received on your cell was from? Dunno how to read them, although a few people have told me they've texted me.
23) What did it say? Don't know.
24) Last movie you watched and with who? "Witness for the Prosecution"; by myself.
25) Who/ What do you miss? I already answered "who"; "what" I miss most is having a close relationship.
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? No.
27) Last person you hugged? My sister.
28) The last place you went to? The bathroom.
29) Who/What made you upset today? The jerk on the Long Island Expwy that I was following for a few miles - he kept his left-turn signal on all the time.
30) Do you sing in the shower? No.
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally? Yes.
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'? My Tax Preparer, a cousin, TIS and Turnbull.
35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? (Too personal for the boards).
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? Yes.
1) Are you a jerk? Rarely, and usually unintentionally...
2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? Yes.
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? Folks.
4) Do you miss someone? Yes.
5) What's on your mind? The MOBSTERS game on MySpace, and the Yankee game
6) What music do you hear? None - the game is on!
7) Do you like someone right now? Like or Like-Like?
8) Listening to music? No, I said!
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Playing MOBSTERS and watching the game
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Chocolate
11) Anything annoying you right now? Yeah, this chronic knot in my freakin' shoulder!
12) Favorite color? Black & Blue
13) What did you do last night? Played MOBSTERS
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? Err, uh... Cheryl?
16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? Skintone and hair.
17) What did you do Sunday? Was getting over a stomach problem
18) Do you have any bruises? No.
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? Getting up
20) How long does it take you to get ready? For what?
21) Have you been outside today? Yes.
22) The last text you received on your cell was from? Meredith
23) What did it say? "Pls gets some rest. We have 2 hang soon.hehe Feel better.I love u lots xoxo""
24) Last movie you watched and with who? REPO MAN, the other night by myself.
25) Who/ What do you miss? My 8-month old twin niece/nephew
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? Yes.
27) Last person you hugged? Nadine
28) The last place you went to? My parents' house.
29) Who/What made you upset today? Nothing yet.
30) Do you sing in the shower? Sometimes.
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally? Yes, but not like that
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'? On my phone? Sis-in-law Trish's phone number
35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? Parents' best friend Lou (RIP) Edit: Oh! I thought it meant actually physically fixing things. He was a mechanic and handyman, and when I was a kid I'd be his "helper". I really miss him, too.
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? IN love? Sadly, no...
37) What color are your bedroom walls? Straw yellow? White (I misread that as bathroom)
2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? Yes.
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? My brother's.
4) Do you miss someone? Yes
5) What's on your mind? The f'ing client who canceled the f'ing deal with me and bought another f'ing building from a different f'ing broker after I spent 15 f'ing months working with him.
6) What music do you hear? Well, since I read Beth's post, the Law and Order theme.
7) Do you like someone right now? I like a lot of people.
8) Listening to music? Not at the moment, but I like to listen to the Rent soundtrack in the car.
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Working.
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Chocolate peanut butter.
11) Anything annoying you right now? Nope
12) Favorite color? Magenta.
13) What did you do last night? Finished a book and watched The Big Bang Theory.
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? A coworker.
16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? Navy blue.
17) What did you do Sunday? Took my older daughter to the mall to shop for clothes and amazed myself by not murdering her or smoking.
18) Do you have any bruises? Yes, because every day when I make the bed I hit my leg on the bedframe.
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? Nagging my coworkers to leave for lunch because I was starving.
20) How long does it take you to get ready? 30-40 minutes.
21) Have you been outside today? Yes.
22) The last text you received on your cell was from? My younger daughter.
23) What did it say? That she was bored, which made me really happy that I'm spending hundreds of dollars on theater camp so that she could text me to tell me that she was f'ing bored.
24) Last movie you watched and with who? "The Good Sheperd" with Mr. Babe.
25) Who/ What do you miss? I miss my dad. He died on 4th of July, so I miss him very much at this time of year.
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? Yes.
27) Last person you hugged? Mr. Babe when he came home an hour ago.
28) The last place you went to? Shopping with my daughter again this afternoon.
29) Who/What made you upset today? Shopping with my daughter again this afternoon.
30) Do you sing in the shower? No.
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally? Yes.
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'? Too lazy to get up.
35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? Nobody.
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? Yes.
1) Are you a jerk? No (at least not from my viewpoint)
2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? Yes, my kids, grandkids
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? My daughter's
4) Do you miss someone? Yes My family back in Michigan
5) What's on your mind? Thankfully, nothing major at the moment, except what to get my daughter for her birthday.
6) What music do you hear? Nothing right now although it should be the L&O theme as much as I've been watching it.
7) Do you like someone right now? No (which doesn't mean I hate everyone)
8) Listening to music? Not at the moment
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Hmmm probably go shopping and maybe a movie. I still need to rent the last season of 24. One truly great thing about living alone, I can do whatever I want.
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Chocolate of course
11) Anything annoying you right now? certain people on political shows
12) Favorite color? Always has been Red
13) What did you do last night? I was gonna watch Big Bang Theory & Two & a Half Men, but everything was a repeat. As it turned out, I was totally exhausted as I didn't sleep the night before, so I crashed at about 9:00 (call me Ms Excitment)
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? a co-worker
16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? Navy blue Michigan Wolverines shirt
17) What did you do Sunday? I had my family over for dinner. I cooked a nice meal and we hung out.
18) Do you have any bruises? I always have bruises. Like SB I always run into something. I move so quickly. I need to slow down.
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? I was babysitting for the grandkids so my daughter could go to the dentist.
20) How long does it take you to get ready? 45 - 60 minutes for work. Heck since I'm on vaction I don't call it getting ready. I call it doing my own thing.
21) Have you been outside today? Yes
22) The last text you received on your cell was from? My younger daughter
23) What did it say?
Vegas Baby!!! 24) Last movie you watched and with who? Witness for the Prosecution
25) Who/ What do you miss? Well I always miss my Michigan family, but in terms of those not with me any longer, my grandmothers. I miss going to their houses, smelling grandma's kitchen during the holiday season; the Italian chatter in the background. I can still remember the sounds of their voices.
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? Yes I always wear earrings
27) Last person you hugged? My grand daughter
28) The last place you went to? Linens & Things to buy a wedding gift.
29) Who/What made you upset today? Not upset at all today.
30) Do you sing in the shower? Every now and then
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally?
No, but I always thought a serenade would be romantic no?
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'?
My ex-husband
35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? Probably a couple things, but it's too personal
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? Yes.
ARE YOU A LOVER OR A FIGHTER? More of a lover. Not good for a lawyer.
WHAT'S YOUR WORST FEAR? Something happening to my kids.
AS A KID, WERE YOU A LEGO MANIAC? No.
WHAT DO YOU THINK OF REALITY TV? Not too much.
WERE YOU A CUTE BABY? Damn right, but then again all babies are cute.
WHAT SCENT DO YOU WEAR? None really.
ANY SECRET TALENTS? I can roll my stomach and tongue. And juggle.
WHAT'S YOUR IDEAL VACATION SPOT? I'm happy with the Jersy shore.
BAD HABITS? A few, like procrastination.
CAN YOU SWIM? Yes. I can save Beth.
HOW MANY LICKS DOES IT TAKE TO GET TO THE CENTER OF A CENTER OF A TOOTSIE POP? That old owl used to get there in three.
DO YOU HAVE AN ODD OBSESSION? Not really.
ARE YOU AN ONLY CHILD? I have two older brothers, one of whom lives in Manhattan, and a younger sister, who lives outside of Philly. .
WHAT'S YOUR STAND ON HUNTING? It's not for me, but I don't begrudge the sportsmen who hunt.
IS MARRIAGE IN YOUR FUTURE? Well, it's certainly in my present, and I plan to stay married.
DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING? I neither like or dislike it.
WHAT ARE YOU ALLERGIC TO? Nothing that I know of.
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU SAID, "I LOVE YOU"? Fourth of July.
IS ELVIS STILL ALIVE? Costello, yes. Presley, no. Grbac, I don't know.
DO YOU CRY AT WEDDINGS? No, although I almost did at my sister's.
HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR EGGS? Ham and cheese omelet
DO YOU HAVE A NICKNAME? Not really. Not anymore.
ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? No.
CAN YOU CRACK YOUR NECK? No.
HAVE YOU EVER RIDDEN IN AN AMBULANCE? No
ARE YOU A HEAVY SLEEPER? No. I sleep a few hours and wake up.
WHAT COLOR ARE YOUR EYES? Blue
DO YOU LIKE YOUR LIFE? There are aspects of my life that I would want to change.
ARE YOU PSYCHIC? No, although I had a dream on three consecutive nights in 1987 that a friend of my wife (then she was my girlfriend) was in a bad car accident on the highway. I told my wife about it after the third night, and the very next day the friend was in an accident. I had the color of the car right too. This, I believe, was a coincidence.
DO YOU LIKE CAMPING? Yes, but I haven't gone in 10 years.
DO YOU SNORT WHEN YOU LAUGH? No.
YOU BELIEVE IN DIVORCE? Not a big fan of it.
DO YOU MAKE A LOT OF MISTAKES? More than my share.
FAVORITE BAND AT THE MOMENT? At the moment I've been listening to America and Dire Straits.
I enjoy these "surveys"... you get some insight into people with whom you interact here.
I agree! It's fun to read everyone's responses...
I laughed a lot at SB's, especially about her shopping adventure and the f'ing client.
SC, you jinxed yourself teasing TIS about getting gina'd...but I still have to think that'd make a good episode for TZ. I remember one I saw a long while back about a slot machine that took a life of its own, so a computer wouldn't be far off. TIS, maybe you could do your own acting to tell the story? We just have to think up Rod's narrative.
Since we are teasing....SB, I wish you could "hear" the way I am saying this to know I am joking around. I figure if you don't mind being teased about not having any food on a plate touching any other food, you'll laugh here. Maybe after the f-ing day you've had, it'll give you a chuckle.
Magenta??? I mean everyone else has Red, Blue, Green, etc. but Magenta? That's what a call a "foo-foo" color.
Gina,
I saw that slot machine episode of TW. It would be fun to think of off wall story lines of TZ wouldn't it?
Oh, definitely Magenta. It was always the color I picked in the Crayola box as my favorite, and it still is. Plus, it sets off my olive skin and naturally (well, it was at one time) dark curly hair.
1) Are you a jerk? Probably? Depends who you ask i guess!
2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? My wife. Every day. Lots of times!
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? My mothers. 4) Do you miss someone? My Dad. 5) What's on your mind? Food,usually!
6) What music do you hear? Nothing at the moment.
7) Do you like someone right now? My wife.
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Working a late shift. Going for coffee with wife in the morning.
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Mint choc chip.
11) Anything annoying you right now? Everything and nothing.
12) Favorite color? Blue. 13) What did you do last night? Worked till 8pm. Watched TV and drank 2 bottles of beer. Went to bed at 11.
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? With a friend to work. Save me cycling. 16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? A white,England cricket shirt. 17) What did you do Sunday? Worked a long shift. 7am to 8pm.
18) Do you have any bruises? A couple.
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? Working.
20) How long does it take you to get ready? With a shower? 15 mins.
21) Have you been outside today? Yes. 22) The last text you received on your cell was from? My best pal.
23) What did it say? "Excellent news mate"
24) Last movie you watched and with who? 300 with the family on Saturday night.
25) Who/ What do you miss? People who have passed away. The old days.
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? A wedding band and a gold neck chain.
27) Last person you hugged? My wife.
28) The last place you went to? Besides work? Shopping!
29) Who/What made you upset today? Nothing yet.
30) Do you sing in the shower? Oh yes.
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally? No.
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'? Trevor,Terry and Tommo
35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? I'm ok with everyone. I think?
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? My wife.
37) What color are your bedroom walls? One red. Three cream.
ARE YOU SHY? Maybe somewhat. I used to be very shy when I was little, but have come a long way.
ARE YOU A LOVER OR A FIGHTER? Hmmmm. I'll say lover. I don't like to fight (although I've had my times)
WHAT'S YOUR WORST FEAR? Something happening to my kids.
AS A KID, WERE YOU A LEGO MANIAC? No. I don't think Legos were invented back then were they?
WHAT DO YOU THINK OF REALITY TV? Don't like it at all. Don't watch any of them
WERE YOU A CUTE BABY? My mom thinks so
WHAT SCENT DO YOU WEAR? I "try" to have two categories of scents on hand (doesn't always turn out that way) cheaper brands I like Ciara, Tabu, Red Door, OR to me the more expensive brands Poem or Dolce Vita
ANY SECRET TALENTS? Talent or not, When I feel the need I am good at hiding it when something is troubling me. Otherwise, No, don't sing/dance or have any special talents.
WHAT'S YOUR IDEAL VACATION SPOT? I am more big city then cruises/beaches vacation. Vegas and/or NYC. I want to visit Italy/Sicily someday too.
BAD HABITS? Need to be more patient at times
CAN YOU SWIM? Yes
HOW MANY LICKS DOES IT TAKE TO GET TO THE CENTER OF A CENTER OF A TOOTSIE POP? I'm not big on Tootsie pops, but I like the center the bes. I'll guess 750 licks.
DO YOU HAVE AN ODD OBSESSION? Not that I can think of
ARE YOU AN ONLY CHILD? No, I have an older brother, an older sister, and a younger brother
WHAT'S YOUR STAND ON HUNTING? I am not an animal owner (although I have had a couple dogs in my day)or animal lover. Nobody in my immediate family are hunters, HOWEVER, growing up in Michigan I understand that to some it is a sport. Something I don't care to do, but doesn't bother me that others do.
IS MARRIAGE IN YOUR FUTURE? I am one to never say never BUT at this point I say been there done that. Plus, it took me literally years to get over my divorce. Finally I made it to my own indpendence/happiness and am perfectly content if I never marry again. Don't mean to sound bitter on marriage, cause I'm not, just content right now.
DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING? Ha ha ha. My writing is horrible and always has been, no matter how I try.
WHAT ARE YOU ALLERGIC TO? Nothing that I know of.
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU SAID, I Love you
Yesterday to my daughter (we always say goodbye that way)
IS ELVIS STILL ALIVE?
Boy, I wish. I'd be in Vegas several times a year if that were the case. BUT, sadly, no.
DO YOU CRY AT WEDDINGS? Almost at every wedding
HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR EGGS? Ham and cheese omelet or any style, but I must have a meat with it (bacon, sausage, ham) or it's just not a real breakfast.
DO YOU HAVE A NICKNAME? Hmmmm. I guess not really but some of my relatives call me Annie still (my real name is Ann). When I was younger I hated it. Made me feel like a kid. Now, I have neices nephews, aunts/uncles who always call me Annie or Aunt Annie and it makes me feel younger. I'll take whatever I can get.
ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK?
Most of the time no, but there are times when I think I hear a noise or something I am. You know, when you hear something and you build it up in your head that something/someone is there? Then I never get to sleep. But, that hardly happens.
CAN YOU CRACK YOUR NECK? I would never ever do that> I went to a chiropractor once and absolutely hated it. I was bent and cracked every bone in my body. So, no why would I ever want to crack my neck?
HAVE YOU EVER RIDDEN IN AN AMBULANCE? No
ARE YOU A HEAVY SLEEPER? No. I am a very very light sleeper. I can hear a pin drop and it'll keep me awak.
WHAT COLOR ARE YOUR EYES? Brown
DO YOU LIKE YOUR LIFE? Yes I do. Can't complain
ARE YOU PSYCHIC? Hmmmm No, but I do believe that psychics do exist (lot of quacks but I do believe they are around)
DO YOU LIKE CAMPING?
Ha ha ha. No. One time years ago, my husband and I went camping with some friends. Boy, did I get laughed at for bringing an electric frypan. Get the picture? LOL
DO YOU SNORT WHEN YOU LAUGH? No.
YOU BELIEVE IN DIVORCE? Hard one. No, I don't BUT I am. I learned that shit happens
DO YOU MAKE A LOT OF MISTAKES? Yea I do, but maybe fortunately not TOO many major ones.
FAVORITE BAND AT THE MOMENT?
Don't have a favorite of the moment I guess. BUT, I've been seeing ads from this new group (to me it's new) called Cold Play and I love the song they are singing). They were on Jon Stewart yesterday too.
Are you a jerk? At times, I certainly can be. Usually only if prompted though.
2) Have you kissed somebody in the last month? My wife and kids - too many times to count.
3) Who was the last person's house you went to besides your own? My aunt's house on the 4th of July.
4) Do you miss someone? My Dad.
5) What's on your mind? Got a job interview coming up, a vacation coming, and my daughter starts kindergarten next month.
6) What music do you hear? Nothing - I'm at work.
7) Do you like someone right now? My wife
9) What are you doing tomorrow? Working and then hanging out with my kids b/c my wife is working late.
10) What is your favorite flavor ice cream? Neopolitan
11) Anything annoying you right now? Gas prices and my stocks going lower at the moment.
12) Favorite color? Blue
13) What did you do last night? Worked til 7:00, came home in a thunderstorm to no electricity, read to my daughter and went to bed early.
14) Who did you ride in a car with last besides your family? Co-worker
16) What's the color of the shirt you are wearing? Light green
17) What did you do Sunday? cut the grass, played with my kids, ran 4 miles.
18) Do you have any bruises? just a few scrapes
19) What were you doing at noon yesterday? Working
20) How long does it take you to get ready? About 20 minutes
21) Have you been outside today? Yes - it's very pleasant: 80 degrees and sunny
22) The last text you received on your cell was from? A buddy regarding getting baseball tickets
23) What did it say? got tx for this friday
24) Last movie you watched and with who? "Perfect Storm" over the weekend
25) Who/ What do you miss? My Dad, my grandparents. I miss being a kid playing baseball on Saturday mornings and the innocence of youth.
26) Are you wearing any jewelry? My wedding ring.
27) Last person you hugged? My son.
28) The last place you went to? Gas station
29) Who/What made you upset today? Jackass driver who cut me off.
30) Do you sing in the shower? Only if I'm the only one in the house, which is very rare.
31) Has anyone ever sang or played music for you personally? No
34) Look ln your phonebook, who do you have under the letter 'T'? Don't have a phonebook
35) If you could fix things with anyone who would it be and why? No major regrets. I did fix things with an estranged uncle several years ago and we're still good.
36) Has anyone ever told you they're in love with you? My wife
AS A KID, WERE YOU A LEGO MANIAC? Wouldn't say "maniac". Lincoln Logs, maybe...
WHAT DO YOU THINK OF REALITY TV? Love Hell's Kitchen and Kitchen Nightmares, and any other cooking competitions, and American Idol. COPS sometimes. But otherwise, meh.
WERE YOU A CUTE BABY? Most babies are cute - sadly I was in the minority.
WHAT SCENT DO YOU WEAR? Axe.
ANY SECRET TALENTS? You'd have to ask her about that
WHAT'S YOUR IDEAL VACATION SPOT? Anywhere with the GangsterBB people.
BAD HABITS? Plenty.
CAN YOU SWIM? Of course.
HOW MANY LICKS DOES IT TAKE TO GET TO THE CENTER OF A CENTER OF A TOOTSIE POP? Too many.
DO YOU HAVE AN ODD OBSESSION? No, I have an even obsession.
ARE YOU AN ONLY CHILD? Nope, in the middle.
WHAT'S YOUR STAND ON HUNTING? Hunting for food is okay, I suppose. Guess it doesn't matter, I just wouldn't do it personally...
IS MARRIAGE IN YOUR FUTURE? Hope not.
DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING? It used to be pretty good, but who handwrites any more? lol
WHAT ARE YOU ALLERGIC TO? Nothing.
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU SAID, "I LOVE YOU"? Said aloud? Probably a while ago.
IS ELVIS STILL ALIVE? Yeah, and so is Hendrix and Morrison
DO YOU CRY AT WEDDINGS? No. But I would understand why people would, seeing a loved one subjecting themselves like that
HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR EGGS? Over easy. Like a few other things
DO YOU HAVE A NICKNAME? "J Geoff" I guess. (Yogi: "Or Patto." At least it's not Pato! lol)
ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? No. Just the monsters in it!
CAN YOU CRACK YOUR NECK? Yes. And my ankles and wrists.
HAVE YOU EVER RIDDEN IN AN AMBULANCE? Yes, but not as a patient.
ARE YOU A HEAVY SLEEPER? I'm heavy, I'm a sleeper, but no, not a heavy sleeper.
WHAT COLOR ARE YOUR EYES? Hazel, I think. WTF is hazel anyway?
DO YOU LIKE YOUR LIFE? Less than others.
ARE YOU PSYCHIC? No.
DO YOU LIKE CAMPING? Yes.
DO YOU SNORT WHEN YOU LAUGH? No.
YOU BELIEVE IN DIVORCE? I believe in it - there's a 50/50 chance - but do I condone it? Spiritually, no, but realistically, yes. Better question: Do I Believe In Marriage? Sometimes.
I've got something to say. I have been excited about this for a couple weeks now BUT I also feel a little guilty.
Ok, next month is my birthday (No, I don't want any acknowledgement) and for about two months now both my daughters have been saying that I'm gonna just "love" what they are getting me. The only hint they gave me was to dress comfortably. I was baffled.
Well, the other day my daughter was over my house, wanted to check her e-mail, so she got on my computer and did so. She has a Yahoo address as I do. She checked, we talked, she left.
When I went to check my e-mail later that day, I see she forgot to logout of hers and her message page was open. Not only that, but I see one is from Blockbuster. She wasn't going to any concert/play or whatever that I knew of and was curious. Dun da da dun (Dragnet). I cheated!!! I opened the e-mail It was just a quick impulse.
Both my daughters bought 3 tickets to see Rod Stewart (whom they know I have always loved) at the Pond in Anaheim. I am not only thrilled to death to see the concert, BUT really touched that they'd spend the money for two extra tickets for themselves to see someone, not from their era and although they do not hate him, they never understood why I liked his raspy voice.
So, every now and then the mention it with that gleam in their eyes telling me that they are so pleased they did this, and I play dumb. Am I bad?????? Should I continue to play dumb or fess up?
That's awesome TIS. How old is he now? Will he be singing, "Do you think I'm sexy" in a walker? hahaha. I like him too.
I would continue to play dumb. I'm sure your daughters are excited that they are giving you this lovely surprise, so having them think you don't know may be part of their thank you.
Don't know how old, but has to be in his 60's at least. I have seen him before (about 10 yrs ago) and he got around just fine. He's the kind of voice that I think doesn't sound different in time, know what I mean?
But yea, anyway, I am so looking forward to it. The girls did tell me they are taking me to dinner first. It'll be a great "girls night out".
You obviously know your daughters, TIS. If you think they'd be upset that the surprise was ruined, then say nothing. If you think they'd get a laugh out of HOW you found out, then tell them. I know YOU'D feel better coming clean.
You have to act surprised TIS. I'm sure the idea of your daughters doing this for you will be more exciting than hearing the music (to your daughters, not you). Maybe confess after the night is over, but let them think you are surprised is my advice.
I always loved the 1980s song he did with Jeff Beck with the cover version of "People Get Ready." I'm not a huge Rod Stewart fan, particularly his 90s material, but I do like his unique voice and his material from the 60s, 70s and early 80s.
It sounds like you'll have a terrific evening. Have a great birthday!
I have many many favorites. Maggie May is most definitely at the top of my list. I love "Reason to Believe" and "Young Turks" and yes, "Do You Think I'm Sexy." Gosh, there are so many. In recent years Rod has had several albums with oldtime "Classics" like "The Way You Look Tonight" and even more oldtime music. He sounds good, but I prefer his hits. I will definitely enjoy it without a doubt.
Before I lose you all, was anybody else having problems with the Internet? Not just the BB. I was able to get to Yahoo, Google, but couldn't get to MSN the BB or a couple other sites. Checking my internet connection it said (and obviously I am) connected with signal strength excellent, but then I was limited to the sites I can get to. I know I should have put this in help, but it's working and I just thought I'd quickly ask in case someone knows
I'm back for now. But any suggestion as to the problem? Or, a clue as to where I can check should this happen again?
Man, I hate getting so much taxes taken out of my pay. I just got my raise, months overdue, and my retroactive pay was for $768.00. I think I only see about $450.00 extra. Uggh!!!!
Yahoo has added ymail to give people a better chance at getting the screenname they desire. It's free, so what the hell. I just signed up and got a username that I've been after for like 5 years.
I thought my 36" Toshiba (seems MUCH bigger than my folks' 36" Sony)... and for some reason it does! ...but I'd rather watch Food Network on my brother's whatever-huge-inch HDTV! WOW! Very cool.
...and it's not really the size that matters... right? ...it's how close you sit to it!
I thought my 36" Toshiba (seems MUCH bigger than my folks' 36" Sony)... and for some reason it does! ...but I'd rather watch Food Network on my brother's whatever-huge-inch HDTV! WOW! Very cool.
...and it's not really the size that matters... right? ...it's how close you sit to it!
Is that what they're calling it now?
My daughter has HDTV and I must admit, I'm not in tuned as to why it's so much better.
Btw, you watch the food channel???? I watch sometimes but not often at all.
Anyway, how are the twins? You didn't teach them any bad habits did you?
TIS, the twins are great, thanks! Problem is, they're at that age when strangers are scary -- even relatives! Well, not Sam... he's always cool and happy. But Maggie is still a bit paranoid it seems -- my Goddaughter of all people!! Well, in a few months I'm sure thing's be peachy again!
TIS, the twins are great, thanks! Problem is, they're at that age when strangers are scary -- even relatives! Well, not Sam... he's always cool and happy. But Maggie is still a bit paranoid it seems -- my Goddaughter of all people!! Well, in a few months I'm sure thing's be peachy again!
8.5 months... must be rough!
Gorgeous, tho!
They are adorable at that age. Wait til they start walking and getting into things. Or when You hear them say "Uncle Geoff". That'll be so neat. Post more pics when you can.
Sam is starting to crawl all over the place, but luckily can't ascend the stairs yet -- but he tries! And coming soon! lol
...see, this is why being an uncle is easier than 24/7! lol
Then again, the 8-year-old apparently (still) is a genius, and simply creating an FM radio wasn't enough, he wants his own radio station! lol And damn, he almost beat me in chess today!!!
Then again, the 8-year-old apparently (still) is a genius, and simply creating an FM radio wasn't enough, he wants his own radio station! lol And damn, he almost beat me in chess today!!!
God bless'm!
No offense to the child, but is beating you at chess REALLY that difficult??
Sam is starting to crawl all over the place, but luckily can't ascend the stairs yet -- but he tries! And coming soon! lol
...see, this is why being an uncle is easier than 24/7! lol
Then again, the 8-year-old apparently (still) is a genius, and simply creating an FM radio wasn't enough, he wants his own radio station! lol And damn, he almost beat me in chess today!!!
God bless'm!
Geoff,
My grandson is 1 1/2 and loves putting on shoes. The other day when I was at my daughter's house He was pulling toys out of the toybox. Well he pulled out some play "princess" shoes that my grandaughters had in the toy box and was walking around with one pretty pink princess shoe on. But what really cracked me up was my daughter saw him go back to the toybox and she said, "oh no, now he grabbed the fairy wand." Ha ha ha
Sam is starting to crawl all over the place, but luckily can't ascend the stairs yet -- but he tries! And coming soon! lol
...see, this is why being an uncle is easier than 24/7! lol
Then again, the 8-year-old apparently (still) is a genius, and simply creating an FM radio wasn't enough, he wants his own radio station! lol And damn, he almost beat me in chess today!!!
God bless'm!
Created an FM radio??? I don't know nothing about chess except it is pretty amazing to know at 8 years old no???? Sounds like a very smart kid. That's a great age too.
Well he pulled out some play "princess" shoes that my grandaughters had in the toy box and was walking around with one pretty pink princess shoe on. But what really cracked me up was my daughter saw him go back to the toybox and she said, "oh no, now he grabbed the fairy wand." Ha ha ha
That's so cute! lol
"Not that there's anything wrong with that", of course...
Hell, you should see some picture in which I... oh, never mind.
Oh, I can just imagine our little Don and what you got up to when you were a kid, JG. Me? I just wanted to be Batgirl. Can't you see me cruising around on that cool motorcycle??
Well he pulled out some play "princess" shoes that my grandaughters had in the toy box and was walking around with one pretty pink princess shoe on. But what really cracked me up was my daughter saw him go back to the toybox and she said, "oh no, now he grabbed the fairy wand." Ha ha ha
That's so cute! lol
"Not that there's anything wrong with that", of course...
Hell, you should see some picture in which I... oh, never mind.
Hey, I have those pictures you're talking about. I'll sell them to you.....for a price. Pay up or they're on the BB tomorrow.
Created an FM radio??? I don't know nothing about chess except it is pretty amazing to know at 8 years old no???? Sounds like a very smart kid. That's a great age too.
TIS... he keeps ME on my toes, so that must say something! He asks me (and EXPECTS ME to explain) how to make the FM receiver we put together into an AM transmitter! And I'm like... well, uh... lol!
I'm not sure if Geoff is talking about pictures of him as a kid. Didn't he once post a pic of him in black lipstick and nail polish, and claimed it was for Halloween?
Created an FM radio??? I don't know nothing about chess except it is pretty amazing to know at 8 years old no???? Sounds like a very smart kid. That's a great age too.
TIS... he keeps ME on my toes, so that must say something! He asks me (and EXPECTS ME to explain) how to make the FM receiver we put together into an AM transmitter! And I'm like... well, uh... lol!
Wow, your protege'? That's wonderful. Sounds like he's got a real thirst for knowledge. Good for him. I assume he does well in school no?
TIS, I wish I was as smart as this kid... it really is remarkable, and I'm not just saying that! (EVERYONE says that, but in this case, believe it...! lol )
JG, he must be very bright if he keeps you on your toes. I don't remember you doing anything extraordinary that night, but whenever your name comes up, my mom always says, "Oh, that boy is so smart. I liked him."
I'm not sure if Geoff is talking about pictures of him as a kid. Didn't he once post a pic of him in black lipstick and nail polish, and claimed it was for Halloween?
JG, he must be very bright if he keeps you on your toes. I don't remember you doing anything extraordinary that night, but whenever your name comes up, my mom always says, "Oh, that boy is so smart. I liked him."
What?? We probably didn't exchange more than a "hello" and "pleased to meet you" all night! (Do I LOOK like a total dork then?? -- don't have to answer that if you want your pool scum cleaned up )
TIS, I wish I was as smart as this kid... it really is remarkable, and I'm not just saying that! (EVERYONE says that, but in this case, believe it...! lol )
You're not dumb, you're SMAAAHHT! Not dumb, like people say. You're SMAAAAAHHT!
You are NOT a dork. My mother calls DMC that "little boy" and you're "very smart". Not sure what that means, but she's a pretty good judge of character!
Everyone (except me of course) likes to tease you all the time, but Geoff, especially when it comes to technical suff, like the internet, and the whole BB here, you are probably the smartest person I know. You work with it every day, read up on and sometimes buy the new technical gadgets(I-Phone) have patience with learning all of it, AND you've been doing it now how long????? You're an expert in your field. Your nephew sounds like, just from what you've told me, that he's gonna have a lot of the same interests as you. Very cool!!!
Too true, TIS. Actually, I've been pretty impressed by most of the BB members I've met and how smart they are. Except for that Turnbull, of course. What does HE know??
I agree JG, and unlike most Admins, you take time out of your Schedule to go into The Bing and talk with people Like me
That a hint??
I go into the Bing to talk to you (and everyone else) when I can, because I give a crap.... it's just unfortunate that I can't always do that... but hey, you might get lucky tonight! y'never know...!
I agree JG, and unlike most Admins, you take time out of your Schedule to go into The Bing and talk with people Like me
That a hint??
I go into the Bing to talk to you (and everyone else) when I can, because I give a crap.... it's just unfortunate that I can't always do that... but hey, you might get lucky tonight! y'never know...!
He's a hack... and I've been trying to figure out for YEARS how to get rid of him!!!!
Hey, you should've known me like 15-20 (!!!) years ago when I was actually involved!! I apparently ran out of material, or at least out of the repetition -- but not Turnbull! Wow... he really is was runs that forum, right?
They are getting a little more spread out Whisper. I think when they were first transferred from the original thread it was 15 "Getting to know you threads". I think from now on, it'll be like the joke thread or political thread, and will pop up at different times, not all at once. It was quite "right in your face" at first though wasn't it?
Not much, just continuing my horrible habit of being an extreme night owl! At least in the summer, there aren't any school studies to worry about...though that didn't stop me from staying up late this past term. haha
She had this big Ham Bone, and I walked past it and she growled at me, so I turn around to pet her, to calm her down, when I put my hand on her, she turned and bit me on the Pinkie... Hard
Now I will for sure, there are two holes in my pinkie, one really shallow and one pretty deep, also there is a blood blister covering the area in between the holes
Well, I'm going to be babysitting this afternoon/evening. My daughter and son-in-law have a wedding to go to. Should be fun. I'm tired though cause I just didn't sleep. They'll want to play games and stuff, so hopefully it'll be lowkey games.
Going away parties can be hard on the individual saying goodbye but it can also be one last great experience before that bridge needs to be crossed. A bittersweet goodbye to my Texas friends. Tuesday morning I being my ascension to New York.
Nah, they cut the purchase price to $199/$299 (but at the same time AT&T raised there price $15/month so it ends up costing more anyway after 2 years! )
Nah, they cut the purchase price to $199/$299 (but at the same time AT&T raised there price $15/month so it ends up costing more anyway after 2 years! )
What channel is "MSG" listed on Geoff's tv listings? I was wondering what the "Concert for New York Remembered" was? Is that the one played in memory of the 9/11 victims?
This one-hour documentary offers an inside view of the emotional benefit event, ‘The Concert for New York City,’ held at Madison Square Garden on October 20, 2001 following the September 11th World Trade Center attacks.
The concert honored those who lost their lives, the loved ones they left behind, and helped to raise over $30 million to meet the immediate and long-term needs of victims of the attacks. The crowd at the Garden for the concert included family members of those lost in the attacks as well as members of the New York Fire Department and New York Police Department.
The evening featured an all-star lineup of performers including of Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, David Bowie, Eric Clapton, Billy Joel, The Who, Destiny’s Child, John Mellencamp, Bon Jovi and Jay-Z, plus Janet Jackson (who appeared live via satellite), and Paul Shaffer as musical director.
"The Concert for New York Remembered" is a MSG Original, which includes a line-up of documentaries offering viewers an inside look at some of the most memorable moments in New York and Madison Square Garden history. Titles include "Spring of ’94," "Mecca of Boxing," "The Concert for New Orleans Remembered," and "Diamond at the Rock: 75 Years at Radio City Music Hall."
Speaking of Paul McCartney, I heard a news story last week on Dan Abrams show, that Heather Mills (McCartney) said that if she remarries she's definitely going to have a Pre-nup because, (her words -loosely) "after all there are a lot of people who might want to take advantage of her wealth." She oughta know!
Speaking of Heather Mills, I discovered recently that I attended a weekly film studies class a while back with her father, though I didn't know it at the time.
When I was in Vegas I met this very nice couple from "Kent" England. You know where that is? They said it wasn't too far from London if I'm not mistaken.
Of course, Aussie. I forgot. I think of it as English too. I am sure we have accents to you but I love both the "Aussie" accent as well as the English accent.
Of all accents in English, I only like the American one (it's the one mine resembles most). I laugh when I hear Scottish and Irish accents, and I just hate the English accent.
I admit, sometimes I have a very hard time understanding the English accent, BUT I know there are many different accents in England, and I don't know what they are, so perhaps it's one or two that I don't understand. Scottish accent too is very unique no?
As far as the Aussie accent goes, yea, it too is kind of neat. There is a nice couple that bring books to our school. They are definitely Aussies living in the US but go back for a couple months every year to Australia. Very nice people. They've shown me beautiful pics of Australia. Otherwise, I can't say I know anybody else from Australia. At least not in my neck of the woods.
Apparently American women find the Aussie accent sexy and very masculine....any confirmation of this???
I have see this myself. I was traveling in a flight once and the attendant woman came for taking beverage orders. In my row, there was a English guy. When he ordered, the woman asked him if he was from London or Australia and also mentioned that she liked his accent.
We have friends who are from London. They explained to me the difference between Michael Caine's accent and their's. They tell me that they grew up in different neighborhoods and that their accents are very different. However, I can't tell any difference. I'm sure their is one, but to my ignorant American ear, I can't detect it.
It's really the same with Americans. Even within NY, we sound radically different, forget about comparing someone from NY to someone from Kentucky to someone from Texas. It's all different.
I like the Aussie accent on girls. American, too. In fact, I can fall in love with someone based on accent alone.
TIS, I'm not sure if you've seen this, but if you want to hear my accent, click here.
OMG Capo, it's great to hear your voice. So deep and distinguised sounding. Now, I don't know your accent, but I had no problem whatsoever understanding you. You should be a tv/radio interviewer or something. Great clip!! Our Capo is growing before our eyes.
Of course here in the US, we got very interested in everything England when the Beatles arrived. I remember however, even at that time, I had to listen closely to understand everything they said, if they were speaking fast, especially.
"We puppets of the Puppeteer....the mass media" Ain't that the truth
Which English accent, the Queen's? Or a Hollywood-friendly Hugh Grant?
Nope.
Yours.
Originally Posted By: Capo de La Cosa Nostra
Accents vary a lot in the UK. I can actually tell if somebody lives four miles away from me, here; dialects differ from town to town.
I know, it's the same here in Belgium. Differences are even so big that people at my side of the country (the east) often can't even understand people from the west (which is like 120 miles away), altough they're actually speaking the same language.
I know, it's the same here in Belgium. Differences are even so big that people at my side of the country (the east) often can't even understand people from the west (which is like 120 miles away), altough they're actually speaking the same language.
I live 5 minutes from Oakland and I can't understand half of what most of the people there are saying. Ebonics sucks.
Are they replaying this concert or something? If so, I assume locally???
I DVR'd it, and just watched it... it's a documentary about the concert -- not the concert itself, which apparently is available on 2 DVDs (which I just put in my Netflix queue). The doc was very moving at times, but also inspirational. Tears and laughs, enragement and entertainment... not a terrible mix.
When I was in Vegas I met this very nice couple from "Kent" England. You know where that is? They said it wasn't too far from London if I'm not mistaken.
TIS
Hey TIS, i will answer your question seeing as Capo just ignored you
Kent is on the very Southern coast of England. Just across the sea from France and indeed not far from London. It is known as the Garden of England due to a lot of crops and fruit being grown there.It is a nice spot but quite expensive to live there.
P.S. All the talk of accents. I sound like Capo but he's a bit posher than me
My niece's husband, (Natalie's father) was asked to run for Congress. It's not even in his district, which I had no idea was legal. He said he has no disillusion of getting more than 8 votes. He just wants to get his thoughts and ideas out there. Here are his views on his blog.
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
I was born and raised in Maryland. The oldest child of a single mother who raised my sister and I on her own struggling to make ends meet. Fortunately we come from a close knit family who was always there to help. I learned early on to always be grateful for what you have and to never take anything for granted. I was taught that even if you don't have much, you can always be thankful for your health and your freedom. Respect for others and responsibility were also cornerstones of my upbringing.
As a teenager I enlisted along with my best friends in the Marine Corps. We felt obligated to serve our country, mainly out of respect for those who sacrificed so much in its defense.
Today I am married to a wonderful woman who supports my sometimes crazy ideas (like running for office). Together we have a beautiful baby girl that amazes me everyday.
Throughout my life I have always been enthralled by our nations history. The more I learn, the more I make connections to todays society. I have always heard the saying, "Those who don't know their history are doomed to repeat it." I am finding that to be all the more relevant everyday.
POLITICS
As are most Libertarians, I am a staunch supporter of the Constitution. When Enlisting in the Marine Corps I took an oath to defend it from ALL enemies, both foreign and domestic. On that day I did not just affirm to uphold the ideals of that revolutionary document only for my term of enlistment but for the rest of my life. I have been striving for quite a while to get people to educate themselves about the ideals set forth by the founders on what our nation was meant to be, and the twisted mockery of itself it has become.
With legislation such as the so called "Patriot Act" and the "Military commisions act" we are having our freedoms pulled out from under us - By the very people we choose to protect our free society! I know I am not the only one who sees this. We must work to see these tyranical impositions of authority abolished.
According to the constitution the President cannot legally declare war, it is a task specifically designated to the Congress. Yet, once again our governments sacred document was usurped by those swearing an oath to uphold its laws, and so our troops were sent to supplant the dictatorship in Iraq. With my military background I have nothing but the utmost respect for our fighting men and women, and I know that those brave, honorable Americans want to see this conflict through to the end. They are not quiters, it's not in their character, but the time has come for our government to hand control over to the Iraqi government, period. We cannot afford to expend the lives of our best citizens in the interest of building nations around the world. Nor can our ailing economy afford the $650 BILLION dollars to build yet another nation in our image.
ISSUES:
ECONOMY: It is plain to see that our economy is taking a serious turn for the worse. Unemployment is up at 5.5% banks are being shut down, and there are even fears of our nations two largest mortgage backers cannot sustain themselves. Yet we keep hearing the same propaganda out of Washington, "We are not actually in a recession yet." they keep spouting off, as if that makes us feel better and we will run out and spend our hard earned money in a flash.
Everyone is quick to place blame on the housing market and oil prices. These are huge problems which we must work to overcome, but I feel the largest problem we have with our economy, is the dwindling value of our currency. Everyday it seems the value of our dollar drops. The lower the value goes the more dollars it takes to buy something. (ie: gallon of gas, gallon of milk, bread, eggs) We are all so quick to scream and shout, pointing the finger of blame toward the oil companies, but we need to realize that if our money was worth what it was five years ago, we wouldn't have to use 3 dollars to buy something that was only 1 dollar five years ago.
"How did our money lose it's value" The easiest explanation I can come up with is this... Whenever there is a economic problem in this country, the government wants to do what it does best, throw money at it. So they ask the Federal Reserve to lower the interest rate, which in reality means to PRINT MORE MONEY. Think of it this way, if you had a 1936 Babe Ruth basebal card, and it is worth $2000 because it is only one of 20 left in the world. Well, tomorrow the card company decides to make 2000 more of that card, now your precious high value card is only worth $200 because there are more out there. The Federal Reserve is the baseball card company, and instead of Babe Ruth, it's George Washington.
In yet another classic Washington decision, they decided that to boost the economy they would send everyone a "stimulus check." That way with some extra money in our pockets we would go spend it on a new TV or some clothes at the mall. I don't know about you, but my check went toward paying my mortgage, and my excessive energy bill. There was no new TV in my living room!
This is exactly what I am talking about, throwing money at a problem. We once again put our childrens futures up as collateral to borrow money from China to throw it at the economic downturn. Does anyone really feel like the economy has improved since this ingenius idea took place?
These are only a few of my positions if you would like to know more, I will be posting more on the issues in the blog section from time to time.
Anybody else having a problem getting to this site tonight? Or am I all alone again. . I can get on-line and to every other site. I can't get the page to load here.
Anyway, thought I'd pop in real quick, cause it's been off/on for the last couple hours. I'll check back later. I expect it'll clear up eventually, but just wondering if others were expereincing a problem.
I just saw this story on the news... check out the short video (link below) of this truck-pulled trailer knocking down the roof of a drive-through bank teller machine:
I just saw this story on the news... check out the short video (link below) of this truck-pulled trailer knocking down the roof of a drive-through bank teller machine:
My son-in-law is at a filming of "Deal Or No Deal" today. He is not the contestant, but rather the friend of player. You know the person who says to "go" or "not go". I don't know when it'll be televised but it should be fun to watch.
That must be exciting, TIS. Actually, I always want to hit those people. They always tell the guy "No deal!", and then he blows the money. I feel like saying, SHUT UP!! It's not YOUR $95,000!!!
The only time I watched the show is when I was in Michigan. My parents just love it. They'd always watch the clock and remind each other it's on. So I have seen it, but not enough to get real involved. I will, however definintely tune in when they air my son-in-law.
Yogi, are you SURE it's the dog?? There are rumors about that many husbands and fathers fart, and then simply blame the dog. Not saying that's what you're doing, I'm just saying.
Yogi, are you SURE it's the dog?? There are rumors about that many husbands and fathers fart, and then simply blame the dog. Not saying that's what you're doing, I'm just saying.
Reminds me of this story:
A guy goes to pick up his date for the evening. She's not ready yet, so he has to sit in the living room with her parents.
He has a bad case of gas and really needs to relieve some pressure.
Luckly, the family dog jumps up on the couch next to him. He decides that he can let a little fart out and if anyone notices they will think that the dog did it.
He farts, and the woman yells, "Spot, get down from there."
The guy thinks, "Great, they think the dog did it." He releases another fart, and the woman again yells for the dog to get down.
This goes on for a couple more farts. Finally the woman yells, "Dammit Spot, get down before he shits on you."
I like it. Haven't seen it in years, but remember watching it late at night after the Twilight Zone (which btw, I prefer more than OL)when I was younger. But yea, it's good.
TIS, you're looking quite spiffy with that new avatar!
I finally caught a new TZ episode...well, part of one and part of another, so I guess it wasn't enough to judge. But I already knew I'd be stubborn about it, and treat it as the original's Blues Brothers 2000.
I finally discovered those famous TV listings about a week ago. Until then, I'd thought they were just a myth.
Fluent Form? That guy sucks. And I hear there are video tapes circulating of him pissing on a 61 year old. I mean, it's not illegal, but that's just fucking disgusting.
He smells like reproductive fluids too.
Apparently when I make jokes in real life, I stick my tongue out like a raging douchebag, so:
Actually, whatever is on your myspace right now is sounding sick as shit. You don't make your own samples do you?
Thanks man, Not on that particular track. Actually, the track that's on the page at the moment, is probably the weakest in terms of production quality. But, it is an ode to the mid nineties, when compositions weren't so complex, layered and chopped.
Fluent Form? That guy sucks. And I hear there are video tapes circulating of him pissing on a 61 year old. I mean, it's not illegal, but that's just fucking disgusting.
He smells like reproductive fluids too.
Apparently when I make jokes in real life, I stick my tongue out like a raging douchebag, so:
HAHA
You got it wrong dude, the guy was 81 and he begged me to defecate around his head region. The poor guy has leprosy. I had to oblige him.
Hey man, I've never been in a band that didn't have a punk-rock approach to recording and music in general, so it sounds fucking crystal clear to me.
Yeah, what I meant was that the beat is very simple compared to the rest of the album.
Chapters Of Substance should be out in a bout 3 weeks if my label does it job properly. They're an Indie label, But they can have the tendencies to treat their artists like a Major.
Hey, LLC, I'm actually doing a track with this Thrash Metal Band called [BadWord]... haha.
Seriously though, what the fuck is up with that smiley? You have to be a real creeper to stick your tongue out after you pull a shitty one-liner.
I use it sometimes, because some of the fucking people here will just assume you're being stone-serious unless you shit little cartoon faces all over your post, but it looks ridiculous. No one actually makes that face in real life, except for pedophiles and flamboyantly gay 24 year olds.
How sophisticated is this site's censor that it knows to censor K.UNTBLAST?
I try my best!
By the way when I first got on MySpace a couple years ago I bumped into a band called SLUNT and thought the name was so great they were one of my first adds.
Originally Posted By: long_lost_corleone
Seriously though, what the fuck is up with that smiley?
So my wife worked 18.5 hours today....bunch of incident reports she had to write. She wasn't done when she left but she had been there so long...
People falling and gashing their arms open to where you could see bone, people coming back from the hospital during dinner, and a bunch of other things.
So I saw her for like an hour before she went to bed. I hadn't seen her in the last 24. I worked, she worked, etc.
"This running thing is out of control," he said. "Every rich liberal in the Western world is into it. They run ten miles a day. It's a goddamn religion."
"Do you run?" I asked.
He laughed. "Hell yes, I run. But never with empty hands. We're criminals. Doc. We're not like these people and I think we're too old to learn."
"But we are professionals," I said. "And we're here to cover the race."
"Fuck the race," he said. "We'll cover it from Wilbur's front yard—get drunk and gamble heavily on the football games."
John Wilbur, a pulling guard on the Washington Redskins team that went to the Super Bowl in 1973, was another old friend from the white-knuckle days of yesteryear, who had finally settled down enough to pass for a respectable businessman in Honolulu. His house on Kahala Drive in the high-rent section was situated right on the course for this race, about two miles from the finish line. It would be a perfect headquarters for our coverage, Skinner explained. We would catch the start downtown, then rush out to Wilbur's to watch the games and abuse the runners as they came by the house, then rush back downtown in time to cover the finish.
"Good planning," I said. "This looks like my kind of story."
"Not really," he said. "You've never seen anything as dull as one of these silly marathons but it's a good excuse to get crazy."
"That's what I mean," I said. "I'm entered in this goddamn race." He shook his head. "Forget it," he said. "Wilbur tried to pull a Rosie Ruiz a few years ago, when he was still in top shape—he jumped into the race about a half mile ahead of everybody at the twenty-four-mile mark, and took off like a bastard for the finish line, running at what he figured was his normal 880 speed ." He laughed. "It was horrible," he continued. "Nineteen people passed him in two miles. He went blind from vomiting and had to crawl the last hundred yards." He laughed again. "These people are fast, man. They ran right over him."
"Well," I said, "so much for that. I didn't want to enter this goddamn thing anyway. It was Wilbur's idea." "That figures," he said. "You want to be careful out here. Even your best friends will lie to you. They can't help themselves."
We found Ralph slumped at the bar in the Ho-Ho Lounge, cursing the rain and the surf and the heat and everything else in Honolulu. He had waded out from the beach for a bit of the fine snorkeling that Wilbur had told us about—but before he could even get his head in the water a wave lifted him up and slammed him savagely into a coral head, ripping a hole in his back and crushing a disc in his spine. Skinner tried to cheer him up with a few local horror stories, but Ralph would have none of it. His mood was ugly, and it became even uglier when Skinner demanded cocaine.
“What are you talking about?" Ralph screamed.
"The Dumb Dust, man," Skinner said. "The lash, the crank, the white death ... I don't know, what you limeys call it."
"You mean drugs?" Ralph said finally.
“OF COURSE I MEAN DRUGS!" Skinner screamed. "You think I came here to talk about art?" That finished that. Ralph limped away in a funk, and even the bartender got weird.
Excerpt from "The Curse of Lono" by Hunter S. Thompson
So...I just noticed that most of my little fat roll that I've always had is gone. It's usually like an inch tall across the bottom of my stomach, I was feeling my stomach and it felt different. WHERE'D IT GO?
Well, after being off for a month I go back to work on Wednesday. I'm so bummed!!!
I don't wanna work. I was born to retire. I mean..the lifestyle is... it's so me!!! I wanna go to the movies any time I feel like it; I wanna stay up and watch the late shows; I wanna post on the BB throughtout the day. I wanna stay in my pajamas all day if I feel like it. I wanna snack when I feel like it. I wanna do whatever the hell I feel like doing.......that's what I want. Is that asking to freekin' much????
Then my alarm will go off and it's back to work for me.
Not to laugh at PB's ailment, I was going to respond, but it does seem a bit awkward, I must admit. I would recommend corn starch. Geez, I don't want to go into detail, but I used it on my babies when they were irritated. Or maybe desiten.
So who wants to start a wager on how long Philly will last.
I guess SC is taking an afternoon nap. Depends on how heavy his lunch was, he'll wake up in anywhere between 1 hr to 2 hrs and then Philly has to go back to being Bennett
So who wants to start a wager on how long Philly will last.
I guess SC is taking an afternoon nap. Depends on how heavy his lunch was, he'll wake up in anywhere between 1 hr to 2 hrs and then Philly has to go back to being Bennett
Oh please. This SC seems like a reasonable kinda guy. If you must know, I reckon we'll get on just fine. Looking at his posts, we're quite similar. Both men of honour, respect, dignity, the list could continue.
So when SC does return, I'm sure he'll strike an interesting conversation with myself.
So who wants to start a wager on how long Philly will last.
I guess SC is taking an afternoon nap. Depends on how heavy his lunch was, he'll wake up in anywhere between 1 hr to 2 hrs and then Philly has to go back to being Bennett
Oh please. This SC seems like a reasonable kinda guy. If you must know, I reckon we'll get on just fine. Looking at his posts, we're quite similar. Both men of honour, respect, dignity, the list could continue.
So when SC does return, I'm sure he'll strike an interesting conversation with myself.
Oh yea, I'm sure SC will immediate relate to the comparison between himself and Philly and immediately engage in some very interesting conversation with our new member.
I got a new computer at work a few weeks ago. Now I can't pull up youtube or look at any threads with photos. I downloaded adobe and Java, but I don't know what software they didn't transfer over. It's not like I can all up my IT department and complain I can't look at youtube. The bastids.
How dare they, Beth!! Well, at least you got a new computer.
Only a year behind everyone else. There's 6 people in my department, and everyone else got a new computer last year. I felt like the red headed stepchild. But they all have their tv channels they can watch. It's not fair. haha.
And hopefully,some day as rich as one of the Beatles hu?
Speaking of the Beatles, I heard a couple weeks ago the Heather Mills (who recently purchased some real estate in NYC) commented that she was going to have a pre-nup made up if she married again, because "afterall there are people out there who might want to take advantage of her." Ha ha ha haha.....She should know. What a joke.
What really irked me is, at one point she was offered an enormous amount of money, like 40 million (or maybe even more) and that wasn't freekin' enough. True Paul has the money, but what a greedy bitch!!!!
Mona Lisa Vito: Imagine you're a deer. You're prancing along. You get thirsty. You spot a little brook. You put your little deer lips down to the cool, clear water - BAM. A fuckin' bullet rips off part of your head. Your brains are lying on the ground in little bloody pieces. Now I ask ya, would you give a fuck what kind of pants the son-of-a-bitch who shot you was wearing?
There have been a bunch of bomb-blasts in my hometown today. A pretty low-key affair. The prime minister condemns it, and life is back to normal. Had this happened here in US, all hell would have broken loose. I guess it should be totally demotivating to the terrorists, when no one really cares about it and everyone goes on about their lives as usual. Everyone I know is safe.
Their gadgets aren't all that high tech like in US. Last year they had big boards displaying "all liquids should be thrown away" or something. My personal kit like shaving cream, tooth paste etc didn't even get detected by the scanner. A guy stands with a hand-held metal detector and does a basic check. But a new international airport has opened a couple of months ago. I guess that one should be high-tech, as lot of money was pumped in making that.
Gabriel -- 9 months later. Current mood: argumentative
I miss my son each and every minute of each and every day. I was reading over the old blog entry from the day after his death and there are phrases like "maybe one day we'll understand" in there and now that I think about it, that just pisses me off. We will NEVER understand.
This is a wound that time can never heal. It was senseless, there is no reason for this shit. And now instead of dressing my son in Colts onesies and changing diapers I post pissed off blogs on myspace.
Currently listening : Live At Leeds [Deluxe Edition] By The Who Release date: By 2001-09-18
I've been watching Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii on Youtube. It's inconceivable to me that it was filmed only 4 years before his death. How he went from lean and handsome to bloated and unrecognizable in such a short time is incomprehensible. They should use that split image in an anti-drug campaign. But GOD, was he talented!
Gabriel -- 9 months later. Current mood: argumentative
I miss my son each and every minute of each and every day. I was reading over the old blog entry from the day after his death and there are phrases like "maybe one day we'll understand" in there and now that I think about it, that just pisses me off. We will NEVER understand.
This is a wound that time can never heal. It was senseless, there is no reason for this shit. And now instead of dressing my son in Colts onesies and changing diapers I post pissed off blogs on myspace.
Currently listening : Live At Leeds [Deluxe Edition] By The Who Release date: By 2001-09-18
I think that what some people mean is "adapting", instead of "understanding." We do adapt to life's slings and arrows whether we do so purposely or not. I don't claim to understand those slings and arrows because I believe they are just random. I don't expect anyone else to understand them either. Emoting in different forms is a natural response to vents or happenings.
I wonder about the same thing about Marlon Brando. He was such a handsome man in his younger days. He was still a handsome man when he did the GF. But over the years he went down hill big time.
The only thing I know about Oswego is that there's a state university there.
My OzzieBoy was was born there... his REAL name is Oswego Cat.
My stepdaughter went to Oswego SUNY. She adopted this little kitten and two weeks later when it was spring break I drove up there to pick her up. She asked if she could bring her kitten and of course I said, "yes". When I asked her what she'd do with the cat after the school year was finished she said she'd just let him loose. I couldn't bear that happening, so (to make a long story short) I kept him. He grew up with two older cats (who sort of adopted him as a little brother). That was 17½ years ago.
3 house mates go to buy a new microwave at the shop!
It costs £30 so they each put up £10.
At the till the shopkeeper tells them it is actually only £25 and hands them back 5 pound coins. The 3 pals each pocket a pound and give the last £2 to the shopkeeper as a tip.
As they walk away one of them says "Hey,we all paid £10 but got a pound back so we ended up paying £9 each? 3 x 9 is £27 and we gave the guy a £2 tip. That makes £29?
3 house mates go to buy a new microwave at the shop!
It costs £30 so they each put up £10.
At the till the shopkeeper tells them it is actually only £25 and hands them back 5 pound coins. The 3 pals each pocket a pound and give the last £2 to the shopkeeper as a tip.
As they walk away one of them says "Hey,we all paid £10 but got a pound back so we ended up paying £9 each? 3 x 9 is £27 and we gave the guy a £2 tip. That makes £29?
What happened to the other pound?"
Anyone solve this one cos i certainly can't?
You can't add the £27 and the £2 because the £2 is already included in the £27. (i.e. £27 is made up of two payments: the £25 for the microwave and the £2 tip). Once you add in the £3 of savings, you get to £30.
I think this is a very old problem, I have been hearing this ever since my childhood. I have heard the solution numerous times and still will not be able to answer it the next time someone asks me
3 house mates go to buy a new microwave at the shop!
It costs £30 so they each put up £10.
At the till the shopkeeper tells them it is actually only £25 and hands them back 5 pound coins. The 3 pals each pocket a pound and give the last £2 to the shopkeeper as a tip.
As they walk away one of them says "Hey,we all paid £10 but got a pound back so we ended up paying £9 each? 3 x 9 is £27 and we gave the guy a £2 tip. That makes £29?
What happened to the other pound?"
Anyone solve this one cos i certainly can't?
As Don Sicilia pointed out, you can't solve the puzzle that way (you're mixing apples and oranges).
Look at it this way... the microwave cost £25. Each of the three guys had to kick in £8.33 for that. If they each pocketed a pound, that brings up their individual outlay to £9.33. Thus the total amount covered was £27.99 (9.33 x 3), so let's round that off to £28.00. The £2 tip balances out the original £30.
A cute litte story from my niece's 4 year old son. She is pregnant with a daughter due in about a month. My sister gave her a pillow with a slot to put her picture in and a pink ribbon to hang it on the wall. Her son Christopher saw her hanging it and asked what it was. My niece told him it was a pillow for Leah.
He was confused, and went downstairs to ask his aunt if Leah was gonna sleep on the wall.
I honestly feel bad for him. That girl obviously did a number on him. I saw him crying on Access Hollywood about how he thought she loved him, blah blah blah . . .
A cute litte story from my niece's 4 year old son. She is pregnant with a daughter due in about a month. My sister gave her a pillow with a slot to put her picture in and a pink ribbon to hang it on the wall. Her son Christopher saw her hanging it and asked what it was. My niece told him it was a pillow for Leah.
He was confused, and went downstairs to ask his aunt if Leah was gonna sleep on the wall.
If anyone in the New York City area watches the daily morning show on CW11, there's a good chance you'll see my 10 year old daughter tomorrow. The show will be broadcasting from 6-9 AM tomorrow from Hersheypark's new Farenheit roller coaster, and she and a couple friends will be riding it at 6 AM, which means that I have to get her friends and her to the park by 5:30 AM. If you see a young girl with long red hair on the ride, that would be her.
The park opens at 10:00, but those, who are volunteering to ride Farenheit, will get an extra 4 hours of the park to themselves. I won't be riding, but received an email that I should fill the background of the telecast and "create excitement." I don't create much excitement at 6 AM.
I won't be riding, but received an email that I should fill the background of the telecast and "create excitement." I don't create much excitement at 6 AM.
Klyd, you could just strip down to your boxers and jump around for the camera, although being a lawyer, I guess you prefer "briefs".
I won't be riding, but received an email that I should fill the background of the telecast and "create excitement." I don't create much excitement at 6 AM.
Klyd, you could just strip down to your boxers and jump around for the camera, although being a lawyer, I guess you prefer "briefs".
That sounds great Kly. I wish I could tune in, but I'm afraid I'm out of your area. Let us know how it goes.
TIS
I'm out of the area too. Our cable used to carry Channel 11 in NY, but no longer does. My email from Hershey says that they attract thousands of visitors from the NY/NJ area, which is a key market particularly in August, and hosting the morning show is essentially a free 3 hour commercial to several hundred thousand viewers. NYC is about 2 1/2 hours from Hershey.
Is the "I'm on my period" shit just a "fuck off" thing? WTF? I got a chick in my bed who said that, and I said I didn't care.... now I gotta sleep on the floor??? lol wtf goes thru women's minds? Please help me... lol
"I'm a slut in mentality, But a virgin in physicality, Wanna suck my titty? Fine, but don't whine If you stick it in me and get red wine All over your dick."
Women are mysterious to us because they are mysterious to themselves. Nobody has a clue. And you should be whipped (and not in the way you'd like) for giving up the bed for her.
It's a sweet gesture, but sweets are always forgotten.
As for sex during that time, YUK! Personally, I never feel less attractive, and the last thing I want to even think about during those few days is sex. I feel like a giant bloated cow.
As for sleeping on the floor, I don't get it. Plus, I think Geoff needs to stop posting things when he's totally drunk. And why'd she come home with you if she wasn't going to do the deed? Was there foreplay, and THEN you got pushed to the floor? We really need more information before we can make any sort of determination.
First off, I've known her for like 12 years... I've been pushing the "friends" thing to "friends with benefits" to no avail. I thought buying her a ticket to the Idols tour (Saturday!) would do it, but no... haha Besides, my last g/f didn't mind it at all. But you're right, I gotta stop posting late at night.
I don't even want to a guy to look at me during that time of the month. I'm so mean and grumpy that I usually get knocked to the floor anyway. Consider yourself lucky she didn't throw an iron at you.
No, no! I only took the floor in the other room because: 1) another friend has the couch, and, 2) I snore like a mufugga and didn't want to disturb either one... otherwise I'd've shared the bed. I'm just too nice I guess...
Friends with benefits? I had a friend like that once. It never works. Trust me. Especially when one party tells the other, "Our relationship is hollow," and the other party replies, "Yes, but that's what I LIKE about it!" Especially when one is a blond haired, blue-eyed high school football player and the other has just graduated from college and is embarking on a whole "Mrs. Robinson" fantasy thing, plus he was SO cute.
I think Geoff should find a pregnant woman. The sex drive should be on high at about 7 months. Plus, she won't be able to use the "I have my period" excuse.
Below is the link for part of the Hersheypark telecast from the CW11 Morning Show in New York. If you freeze the video at 16 seconds, you can see my daughter over the right shoulder of the boy who caught the hat. The blonde girl on the left is one of her friends. The video gives a good sense of the roller coaster that has a 97 degree drop. Of course, I guess you have to ride it. I haven't. Roller coasters tend to make me nauseous anymore.
Madi and 3 of her friends, who slept over last night were up at 4. We got to the park at 5:30 this morning. There's something surreal about walking through a large amusement park at that time in the dark with nobody around.
Anyway, she and her friends got to ride Farenheit 15 times between 6-9. The park also let everyone, who showed up early for the telecast, to enterthe park for free when it opened at 10. The girls went back, but were exhausted by 2 PM, so we came home. They had a great time and a full day
Is she just behind him? The blonde I can make out really well, but couldnt' see the other girl. That is fantastic though. She must have been thrilled.
She's to the blonde's left. She's a red head, but her hair looks brown. She's partially obscured by the boy with the hat.
She had a ball. She and her friends would ride the roller coaster and then run from the exit to the entrance to get on again. The wait for the ride is usually at least 45 minutes during the day, sometimes 90 minutes. I can use a nap though.
I watched it again and got a better look at her. Very nice. That's something you can copy and she can hold on later to tell everyone she was on tv.
We have a collection of sme tv shots for her. When she was 1-2, we would go to our local AA baseball team's games and the news crew would always take a shot of her and place the footage between highlights. We'd be sure to tape the 11:00 news.
BTW, Larry Hoff, the tv personality from the Morning Show was a very nice guy, and had a lot of fun with the kids during the stretches of time when they were not filming.
How could you guys see which was Kly's daugher??? At least not close-up.
Anyway, wow, what a ride. You'd never catch me on one of those. Damn, talk about scary, nothing on either side of you and too damn high for me. I'd be doing a whole lot of screaming that's for sure.
My co-worker's grandmother turns 101 today. Her local newspaper did an article on her. She looks darn good for her age. I don't want to live to be 101, but wish I could get around like she does now.
Wow, she doesn't look 101 at all. How wonderful that is. God bless her.
I can NOT imagine living to be that old, although I'd have no problem with it, as long as I were feeling pretty good. It's hard to imagine how many little aches/pains you'd accumulate by 101 isn' it? But still, yea...as long as you feel good, that's so wonderful.
I met her when she came to Baltimore a couple years ago. She's a spry one. You can imagine the stories my coworker has. Living through the depression she does not like waste. She'll have 2 bites left from a biscuit and will wrap it in paper towel and put it in the refrigerator. She'll clean the refrigerator weeks later and have to throw it out. She also will not wear new slippers she brought her. She brought Dr. Shol's and glued them to the bottom of her old worn out pair and wears those. Bless her heart!
My Steelers play your Colts Nov. 9. Steelers will help end Peyton's dream of another SB.
Will the Steelers even make the playoffs this year? Toughest schedule in the league but they aren't as good as the Colts (2nd toughest). Stillers couldn't beat a Colts division rival in the wildcard last year. Won the division by the skin of your teeth, and I think the Browns may give you a run for your money in the division and playoff spots in the AFC are hard to come by when the AFC South takes 3 of them.
Originally Posted By: klydon1
Amen.
I'm thinking of starting a pool on who Bob Sanders will make cry first...
Oh, and make sure Big Ben wears a helmet.
Originally Posted By: Blibbleblabble
Yeah Longneck, you're lucky the Colts aren't playing the Raiders. Peyton's dreams would be over for sure.
My Steelers play your Colts Nov. 9. Steelers will help end Peyton's dream of another SB.
Will the Steelers even make the playoffs this year? Toughest schedule in the league but they aren't as good as the Colts (2nd toughest). Stillers couldn't beat a Colts division rival in the wildcard last year. Won the division by the skin of your teeth, and I think the Browns may give you a run for your money in the division and playoff spots in the AFC are hard to come by when the AFC South takes 3 of them.
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The toughest schedule is welcome. That's why they are called the Men of Steel. Winning the Division is winning hte Division. The Steelers lost the widcard game in the last few soeconds only because of a QB run. Big Ben brought them back with 337 yards. Next to Brady he had the second highest QB rating inthe NFL along with 32 TDs. This year they've got additional backfield help and a dynOmite receiver in Sweed. Now, what have the Colts got besides Manning?
That's a good one...but I am pretty sure you were actually serious, so here goes.
You may have heard of Marvin Harrison. Future Hall of Fame receiver, good with a gun. Only uses it in matters of business.
There's another guy...he's been improving on his stats every year since he entered the league in 2002. Oh yeah, Reggie Wayne.
Dallas Clark. TE or slot receiver?
I guess an O-Line that has been in the bottom 5 for sacks allowed over the last who knows how many years (with an immobile QB) should get an honorable mention.
On defense there's a little guy named Bob, hits like a Mack truck. Sets the tone for Marlin Jackson and Kelvin Hayden, physical corners and Antoine Bethea, the other safety.
Sackmasters Dwight Freeney, Robert Mathis at the DE positions. Raheem Brock and a young guy who started every game as a rookie last year. Undrafted free agent Ed Johnson.
Not to take anything away from the LBs Hagler, Keiahlo, and Brackett but we also have a defensive scheme that allows us to plug in a lot of different guys at linebacker and not lose a beat.
Ah yes, there's a young guy named Addai who is pretty good. He's backed up by Dominic Rhodes, Kenton Keith, and rookie Mike Hart from Michigan.
Not to mention the consistency of the coaching staff and GM. Bill Polian? Yeah, he's pretty good at his job.
So, aside from Peyton Manning the Colts have a team full of playmakers and depth with a consistent coaching staff and offensive/defensive schemes as well as the best GM in the business who knows how to build a winner. One of the youngest teams in the league too, so you can be jealous of how awesome the Colts are for years to come.
BREAKING NEWS..... Morgan Freeman was injured in a car accident. Apparently he was driving somewhere to promote "The Dark Knight". No word yet on his condition.
I just got the CNN breaking news email on that. Here's the article.
Actor Morgan Freeman hospitalized at The MED after serious car accident
MEMPHIS, TN (WMC-TV) - Academy Award winning actor Morgan Freeman was involved in a serious car accident Sunday night in north Mississippi.
Mississippi Highway Patrol spokesperson Ben Williams said Freeman and a female passenger were traveling eastbound on Mississippi Highway 32 in Tallahatchie County when his vehicle went off the edge of the road. Freeman overcorrected, flipping his 1997 Nissan Maxima several times before coming to a rest.
Emergency crews extracted Freeman and his passenger from their vehicle using the jaws of life. According to Williams, they were both airlifted to the Regional Medical Center in Memphis, where Freeman was listed in serious condition Monday morning.
The condition of Freeman's passenger has not been released.
Freeman, who won an Academy Award for his performance in 2004's Million Dollar Baby, is a co-owner of the Ground Zero Blues Club in Memphis. He currently stars in the Batman sequel The Dark Knight.
Morgan is a quality actor. I recently saw him in Evan Almighty which isn't that great of a movie, but his performance was pretty good. He's the kind of actor that can lend credibility to an otherwise mundane film.
You're sure we're thinking of the same CNN? You don't mean like, People Magazine, or some other unneeded publication?
It's breaking news because it's just being reported ... that's what breaking news means.
All the major networks are carrying the story. You may not like him (and judging from your response I suspect you don't) but Morgan Freeman is a major star and I think a story like this is newsworthy here.
In the general scheme of things in today's world it may not be of major importance, but lets's not forget we're a board designed to discuss movies (among other things).
Wrong. I fucking LOVE Morgan Freeman. He's an excellent actor.
What I don't enjoy is when the media wastes their time. Let's put it this way; if you were to get into a car accident of equal, or even greater severity, would anyone give a shit? No. Only your friends and family.
Morgan Freeman, despite how talented he may be, gets into a car accident, and everyone starts ejaculating all over the place. I don't understand it. A bunch of kids could be burning alive in the the wreckage of a derailed subway car for all we know, but no; The dude from The Bucket List saved a bunch of money by switching to Geico. Awesome.
It's not news, it's an everyday occurance. Yet, the unhealthy but common belief that celebrities are special drives us into discussion that resembles invasion of privacy.
OK, so we're designed to discuss movies. Let's discuss movies then, not how many piss breaks Mel Gibson takes in a day.
I love Morgan Freeman, too. I think he's one of our greatest living actors. But I know where LLC is coming from. Unfortunately, celebrity obsession just tends to get bigger and bigger with each passing generation.
I love Morgan Freeman, too. I think he's one of our greatest living actors. But I know where LLC is coming from. Unfortunately, celebrity obsession just tends to get bigger and bigger with each passing generation.
There are many people that I care about regardless of whether I know them personally or not. Morgan Freeman is one such person. If I deem that they have contributed to my life then I may want to know about what good and bad things happen to them. There is nothing about Morgan Freeman that diminishes the value of his life, what he does, and what happens to him just because he makes films.
Well, here's some good news. Looks like Morgan's in good spirits. That's often half the battle.
Morgan Freeman Is in 'Good Spirits' After Accident By Michelle Diament and Marla Lehner
Morgan Freeman is in good spirits and is planning to have surgery after sustaining injuries in a car accident Sunday night, the actor's rep said in a statement Monday afternoon.
"He has a broken arm, broken elbow and minor shoulder damage but he is in good spirits," said Donna Lee. "He is going to have surgery this afternoon or tomorrow to correct the damage. He says he'll be okay and is looking forward to a full recovery."
The Dark Knight actor, 71, was listed in "serious" condition after a late-night car accident. Freeman was driving in Tallahatchie County when the accident happened at about 11:30 p.m., according to Mississippi Highway Patrol. He was removed from the wreck using the jaws of life, then airlifted from the accident scene to the Regional Medical Center at Memphis.
A passenger, identified by police as Demaris Meyer, was also in the car with Freeman.
Wait, I agree with LLC on the point that we all go nuts over a beloved actor getting into a car crash. If he had died then I would be right there with everyone being sad. I was right there with everyone in shock when Heath Ledger died suddenly. But Freeman is alive and should be well. I wouldn't say LLC is being annoying just because he is reacting to your reaction SC.
I'm speaking up because I'm worried. Last time you got threatening like this DVC was no more. Now, LLC is not DVC but the tone in your typing worries me. I don't want to see someone else go because of differing opinions.
This is "Random Post Whoring" so I think ppl should be able to talk about random things; for instance, a celebrity getting in a car wreck and is seriously hurt. Who cares? Some of us. At the same time, ppl have a right to respond to it politely (after all, this is a public forum), yet ppl also have the right to ignore things without judging others for posting about it in the first place.
Wait, I agree with LLC on the point that we all go nuts over a beloved actor getting into a car crash. If he had died then I would be right there with everyone being sad. I was right there with everyone in shock when Heath Ledger died suddenly. But Freeman is alive and should be well. I wouldn't say LLC is being annoying just because he is reacting to your reaction SC.
I'm speaking up because I'm worried. Last time you got threatening like this DVC was no more. Now, LLC is not DVC but the tone in your typing worries me. I don't want to see someone else go because of differing opinions.
You know, I wasn't going to bother defending myself, but Blibble speaks truth.
I don't think I directly offended anyone in my original post AT ALL. But, as always, certain people here assume that course language means course attitude.
I swear. Constantly. Get used to it.
But, I don't think my post said anything like, "u guyz sux lawlz fukk" I simply pointed out, expressively, that the hybrid creation of pop culture and news-media is, in my opinion, disgusting. I wasn't looking for an uncivilized conversation. If anything, perhaps a civil argument, but I more or less assumed people would just think I was the devil or something, as some usually do, and ignore me. And that's fine. I don't remember insulting anyone, and if my comments seriously offended anyone, then I think you're taking Morgan Freeman's personal life way too seriously, and you should go get laid or drunk, or spend a few hours a day socializing with other people... people who don't care what happens to Morgan Freeman.
The assumption that I dislike Morgan Freeman doesn't surprise me, but I think that's also a very shallow analysis of my response. This is random post whoring, so yeah, post what you'd like. And I'll post what I'd like.
And yeah, if DVC was banished for something that was banished for something as realistically speaking, harmless it was, I wouldn't be surprised if one day I say "shit," and next thing I know the GBB squad has my telephone tapped. What ever happened to sticks and stones, eh?
...Yeah, I just re-read my comments. If anyone should be offended, it should be CNN, as that's really the only establishment I offended. All other strong feelings were directed towards an idea.
I didn't know I could get in trouble for being passionate.
I don't think I directly offended anyone in my original post AT ALL. But, as always, certain people here assume that course language means course attitude.
I don't think I directly offended anyone in my original post AT ALL. But, as always, certain people here assume that course language means course attitude.
Of coarse
Yeah, they say stupidity is contagious, and look at the fucking conversation that just went down.
I am such a good Daughter-in-law. I drove my Mother-in-law to Kentucky so she could see her Nephew get married stayed there with her for 9 days and drove her back home today.
I just got done canning 7 qts of green beans that the Col. picked from the garden while I was gone. I just put 7 more qts of beans in the pressure cooker to can.
I find it hilarious how people get so riled up on internet forums. Forums are places for opinions!!! Everyone has the right to voice theirs. I think some of you guys take shit way too seriously. I don't know how anyone could have taken offense to what LLC posted. SC, you're a good guy, But the threatening of banning members because of their strong opinions is a bit much isn't it? I mean, who gives a shit about an opinion you don't agree with? I just find it corny that it results in threats etc.
Just my two cents. (And if you guys don't want to hear my two cents, give em back....I'm starving)
I find it hilarious how people get so riled up on internet forums. Forums are places for opinions!!! Everyone has the right to voice theirs. I think some of you guys take shit way too seriously. I don't know how anyone could have taken offense to what LLC posted. SC, you're a good guy, But the threatening of banning members because of their strong opinions is a bit much isn't it? I mean, who gives a shit about an opinion you don't agree with? I just find it corny that it results in threats etc.
Just my two cents. (And if you guys don't want to hear my two cents, give em back....I'm starving)
Shut the hell up about your opinions. If I wanted opinions I'd fucking ask!
p.s.
I am curious as to why my toe is bleeding after tearing off part of my nail (voluntarily)
I find it hilarious how people get so riled up on internet forums. Forums are places for opinions!!! Everyone has the right to voice theirs. I think some of you guys take shit way too seriously. I don't know how anyone could have taken offense to what LLC posted. SC, you're a good guy, But the threatening of banning members because of their strong opinions is a bit much isn't it? I mean, who gives a shit about an opinion you don't agree with? I just find it corny that it results in threats etc.
Just my two cents. (And if you guys don't want to hear my two cents, give em back....I'm starving)
I dunno. I can't get past that lazy eye of hers. Plus, I saw her in person once in midtown Manhattan. Her hands are HUGE, and I'm not even trying to be funny.
She kind of looks like a bird in the face. Her looks are exaggerated, but I really haven't noticed her hands. I look for that the next time she happens to be on the TV screen.
Paris Hilton is way too made up, and I just can't get into a girl who relies on the makeup. The only thing is, in her case, she looks worse without the makeup.
It's funny, I actually did see a transvestite who made him/herself look EXACTLY like Paris Hilton. I had to do a double take to make sure it wasn't just Paris Hilton. Definitely a man though. She (I guess) was riding a segway and taking pictures of the gay pride week parade.
It was in Midtown, actually. Lead, you sure you didn't just see an actual transvestite?
How do you can green beans Mig? Do you have to do anything to them first? I plan on doing this as well, but don't know how.
Hi Blib,
First of all do have a quart size pressure cooker? It's real easy all you have to do is nub off the ends, break the beans in pieces, wash the beans once or twice depending on how dirty they are, Put the beans in the jars, put water in the jars up to the "shoulders" of the jars put the lids and the rings on and make sure they are nice and tight, and put them in the presure cooker. Cook them on 10 lbs of pressure for 20/25 minutes. If ya have any more questions feel free to send me a pm.
Geoffy, When I pick more beans I'm gonna freeze them. I have some peppers I have to put in the freezer today. And hopefully this weekend I can make some chow-chow.
I dunno. I can't get past that lazy eye of hers. Plus, I saw her in person once in midtown Manhattan. Her hands are HUGE, and I'm not even trying to be funny.
A posted mocking the grammar and punctuation of the thread-starter. B slapped A's wrists. Then C, despite A taking notice of B, decided to slap A's wrists again. D got involved, a few words were said. B suspends D for a fortnight. Global announcement: The Ultimate PR stunt.
The laws of message boards, and we are all eternally damned.
Oh I get your drift, I noticed the insulting of "A's" Grammar, but didn't that already happen, before the Global Announcement, or did it happen once more?
This "Zero Tolerance" issue reminds me of my school and it's discipline policy. Do offenders get On-Campus suspension and after school detentions as well??? Or the ever dreaded "expulsion".
Friends and I are looking into an NYC trip next August. Who wants to buy me a beer?
Capo,
That is great. I'd love to meet you and definitely would buy you a beer. Although July is my travel month. Keep us posted though cause you should and could meet up with the NYers I'm sure. You'll love them all.
Today I was driving down a nearby road with a pick up truck driving 75 feet in front of me in the same direction. An adult doe ran in front of the pik up and was hit squrely in the hind. The impact sent a spray of twisted metal and shattered glass over the road, and also lifted the large deer about 15 feet in the air, spinning furiously sideways. It appeared that a significant portion of its hind quarter detatched before the carcass landed off the opposite side of the road about 30 feet from the point of impact. Nobody was hurt (except, of course, for the deer), but there was a great deal of damage to the truck.
That's awful, and the damage to the truck must be terrible. Yet, be thankful you weren't hurt.
I remember the days back in Michigan when occasionally driving from our cottage, we'd see a deer run across the road, or a dead deer to the side of the road. Sometimes these things are unavoidable. You just don't see it coming.
That's awful, and the damage to the truck must be terrible. Yet, be thankful you weren't hurt.
I remember the days back in Michigan when occasionally driving from our cottage, we'd see a deer run across the road, or a dead deer to the side of the road. Sometimes these things are unavoidable. You just don't see it coming.
TIS
There seem to be so many recently. And this happened in a residential area. I have seen them from my deck.
Almost three months ago, one darted in front of me while I was going about 75 mph. I swerved to the right, but at that speed when I turned back to the left I went spinning down the highway, fortunately and eventually stopping safely off the road...facing the opposite direction. That really got the heart pumping.
I try to be aware of deer in certain areas, but they dart out of the blue.
I went spinning down the highway, fortunately and eventually stopping safely off the road...facing the opposite direction. That really got the heart pumping.
Wow, that really does, doesn't it? I did the same thing, but not because of a deer. A car was disabled in the left lane on a rainy, wet 3-lane highway bridge. I tapped my brakes to slow down and went flying/spinning to the right, narrowly missing the side of the bridge, then across 3 lanes to the other side, and ended up facing oncoming traffic, right behind the disabled vehicle! I was positioned as if I was gonna jump-start him! Yeah, a lucky day since I didn't hit anything, and no one hit me! (Yes, Guardian Angels exist! )
Wow, that really does, doesn't it? I did the same thing, but not because of a deer. A car was disabled in the left lane on a rainy, wet 3-lane highway bridge. I tapped my brakes to slow down and went flying/spinning to the right, narrowly missing the side of the bridge, then across 3 lanes to the other side, and ended up facing oncoming traffic, right behind the disabled vehicle! I was positioned as if I was gonna jump-start him! Yeah, a lucky day since I didn't hit anything, and no one hit me! (Yes, Guardian Angels exist! )
There's no feeling more helpless than spinning like that. You're in the hands of fate.
Mr. Babe has a saying about seeing deer by the side of the road - If you see one, bet there are more. Sure enough, I narrowly missed one darting across the highway, and the guy behind me hit the next one that stepped out onto the road. I also came fairly close to hitting a bear on my way to work a couple of years ago. It just meandered out onto the parkway and loped across the road.
Is the word "jerk" used synonymous to "stupid" or "asshole"? Or somewhere in between? Or a combination of both? I want to know how you use it, not the dictionary meaning (I found both connotations in dictionary). How offensive is it considered compared to those two words?
Is the word "jerk" used synonymous to "stupid" or "asshole"? Or somewhere in between? Or a combination of both? I want to know how you use it, not the dictionary meaning (I found both connotations in dictionary). How offensive is it considered compared to those two words?
You can be a jerk without being stupid. In fact, jerks tend to be people of some intelligence. Jerk and asshole are synonymous terms in my book.
Calling someone a jerk is about as offensive as calling them a dork or a pinhead. It's something you'd only hear used in a serious context by middle-aged housewives, Christian librarians, and people who were in their prime in the 50s.
I'm not a big fan of physical pain, especially of the "excruciating" kind. I've had a chronic shoulder pain for oh, like 3-4 years now, which I think is due to leaning on my left elbow all the time (at my desk hours at a time, in the car, etc). It comes and goes, but it's almost unbearable right now! And to top that off, ever have a bad toothache? Yup. Add that to the mix, and I'm NOT a happy camper right now!
I had the shoulder x-rayed a couple weeks ago and should get the results on Tuesday. I can't take much more of this...
I did notice you weren't around yesterday. I can only imagine if the shoulder pain is anything like horrible back pain, I sure feel for you. What the hell does it take two weeks for x-rays? And,did the doctor give you anything for the pain? Obviously not if you're this miserable. I've been there with the toothace problems as well. Man, when it rains it pours hu?
Take care of yourself. I hope you feel better soon.
I'm not a big fan of physical pain, especially of the "excruciating" kind. I've had a chronic shoulder pain for oh, like 3-4 years now, which I think is due to leaning on my left elbow all the time (at my desk hours at a time, in the car, etc). It comes and goes, but it's almost unbearable right now! And to top that off, ever have a bad toothache? Yup. Add that to the mix, and I'm NOT a happy camper right now!
I had the shoulder x-rayed a couple weeks ago and should get the results on Tuesday. I can't take much more of this...
Vodka and Percocet. That'll do.
Naw, just kidding, Geoffy. I really sympathize with you. I have chronic shoulder pain that comes and goes from an old collarbone injury. It sucks.
My 2 eldest boys were mooching around the house complaining about being bored,even though we had had them out all morning. So i let them out to play on their skateboards,thinking i would enjoy some peace. 15 mins later they are back in,complaining about being bored,wanting to play on their playstations.....
The x-ray was done 2 weeks ago, but my follow-up appt is tomorrow. I figure if it's bad news he'd've called, right? Or is it the opposite?
Finally fell asleep around 5am or so probably. Even Aleve didn't help much, and I took 2 an hour apart. Usually it helps, but this time it was really bad. It's its normal "unpleasant but bearable" at the moment.
The x-ray was done 2 weeks ago, but my follow-up appt is tomorrow. I figure if it's bad news he'd've called, right? Or is it the opposite?
Finally fell asleep around 5am or so probably. Even Aleve didn't help much, and I took 2 an hour apart. Usually it helps, but this time it was really bad. It's its normal "unpleasant but bearable" at the moment.
Walk it off! Just kidding man, hope you feel better soon.
I was told I'd be switching to 3-11 instead of midnights, went in on Saturday to find out that it has been delayed a week. Great, after spending Wednesday, Thursday, Friday getting used to 3-11 hours...won't have that this week.
This job just keeps making me more and more pissed off and unhappy and it is nowhere near worth the money for the aggravation.
Back in my convenience store days, 11pm-7am was funnest, to say the least! Nothing like a bunch of drunks after bars closed to sell subs, condoms, and caffeine pills! 7am-3pm wasn't too bad sometimes, but getting up early for the morning rush was meh. 3pm-11pm was kinda a wasted day since you couldn't really do much, and there wasn't any nightlife.
The best shift I ever had was when I was counseling, 11am-7pm (usually done by 6pm)... didn't have to get up early, and was home early enough to have a nightlife.
The worst was ~9am-6pm, but I was 1.5+ hrs away so really left the house at 7am and got home at 8pm. The job was GREAT, but those hours sucked.
Boy, I am sure glad that I've never had such "odd" hours. All of my working life I have basically had a 8 - 5 job (currently 7:15 - 3:45). Not only that, I have never had a job that required Saturday or Sunday work. I couldn't stand working on a weekend.
I used to work 8 am - 1 pm and Mr. Babe worked 2-11 pm. Needless to say, we hardly ever fought! But it was the only way we could bring in two salaries and not have to pay for childcare. Then he worked the night shift for about 4 years, 11 pm-7 am. The advantage for that was you hardly ever had to make the bed! One of us was almost always in it! On his two days off, though, he would have to try and readjust to sleep at night, and then go back to sleeping during the day, and we had just had our youngest, who didn't sleep through the night until she was almost 8 months old and not having anyone around to share that with SUCKED. Plus, he had to work weekends and holidays, too. Not a fun time in our lives.
I'm lucky enough right now that I don't to have work. But the Col. does swing shift 7-3 3-11 11-7. He hates the 3-11. He only has one weekend a month off an it's this coming weekend.
We were gonna go to Jersey this weekend but since tht ain't happening we are going to VA instead and do some wedding planning.
I'm lucky enough right now that I don't to have work.
I love working. I am just not the type who can stay at home. I have plenty of friends who do, but I tried it for six months and almost blew my brains out.
Since I can work from home a couple of days per week, I think that I have the perfect blend right now.
I already answered the PM, but for the rest of yooz... I went today and the x-rays came back normal, so now I have to see an orthopedist to look into it further...
My cholesterol is still very high (271, but down 4 pts from '06! ) but he wants to do a liver test before putting me on meds. Great. ME, a liver test!
TIS, when you're on meds for high cholesterol, like Zocor or Lipitor, it can affect your liver. Mr. Babe's cholesterol has been in the upper 200s since he was in his 20s (which means probably all his life). He's been on meds for years, and has his blood tested every 3 months to check his liver enzymes.
Geoff, I know that diet and exercise are supposed to reduce it, but after months of cardio (we bought a treadmill) and cutting almost all fat from his diet, it still only went down to 240. He ended up on meds, and his latest test, it was 180. Sometimes, it's just genetic, as I'm sure your dad will tell you.
Friends and I are looking into an NYC trip next August. Who wants to buy me a beer?
Capo, We'll arrange a meeting in Brooklyn. SC's ground, where you'll be safe.
CAPO (after dancing): " Hey, Cardi! Let me have some beer. Cardi! More beer..."
CARDI :"Scusi, please" (then, in view, to Capo, handing him a pitcher quarter-full of beer)
Seriously Capo, as I've told you many times in the past...when you do decide to make the trip to NYC, I'll be more than happy to meet up with you and buy you a beer.
TIS, when you're on meds for high cholesterol, like Zocor or Lipitor, it can affect your liver. Mr. Babe's cholesterol has been in the upper 200s since he was in his 20s (which means probably all his life). He's been on meds for years, and has his blood tested every 3 months to check his liver enzymes.
Cholesterol meds also deplete your body of the essential enzyme CoQ-10. If your doctor hasn't recommended it as a supplement (and a lot of doctors fail to do so), do some research on it. It's ESSENTIAL for cardiac health. It'll run you about $30 a month in GNC or your local drug store. I wouldn't even think about taking a statin without it.
Sometimes people or personalities don't translate well over the internet but your posts just ooze new yawker.
That's because I'm so exceptional. And, I take that as a HUGE compliment. If you haven't noticed, I pride myself on being the quintessential native New Yorker. Educated and artsy, yet still loud and ethnic enough to get myself tossed out of a bar once in awhile.
That's great. So, that's where you've been. Studying hard at school. Our DMC is growing up. What did you major in? I'm sure you'll excel in any endeavor you undertake. That's wonderful.
Cinderella, Snow White, Tinkerbell and other fictional fixtures of modern-day childhood were handcuffed, frisked and loaded into police vans Thursday...
Cinderella, Snow White, Tinkerbell and other fictional fixtures of modern-day childhood were handcuffed, frisked and loaded into police vans Thursday...
Are you going? I saw them 3 years ago in Austin when they toured with Foo Fighters. I went for Weezer (Foo Fighters was just a bonus). Weezer came out first and played for an hour and a half and then FF came out and did their show. I could have left after the Weezer set and I would have got my money's worth, they were AMAZING!
It says that Weezer's touring with Angels and Airwaves and Tokyo Police Club. They are only the opening acts, right? I hope so. I don't want another hour and a half set. I easily want 2-3 hours!
Are you going? I saw them 3 years ago in Austin when they toured with Foo Fighters. I went for Weezer (Foo Fighters was just a bonus). Weezer came out first and played for an hour and a half and then FF came out and did their show. I could have left after the Weezer set and I would have got my money's worth, they were AMAZING!
It says that Weezer's touring with Angels and Airwaves and Tokyo Police Club. They are only the opening acts, right? I hope so. I don't want another hour and a half set. I easily want 2-3 hours!
I'm not going, I'm going to college near Buffalo, and will be hours away. Plus, I don't know how much tickets are, but I'm sure they're expensive, and I'm not a fan of the past two albums. The Green Album was a little on the weak side too, in my opinion. But of course, The Blue Album is a classic, Pinkerton was great, and Maladroit had some great moments.
But, I wouldn't worry; They'll get a full set. MSG would never give a headliner of such stature a 1.5 hour set, even if there were three opening bands.
I'd definitely skip out on Angels & Airwaves though.
Yeah well I live about an hour outside the city (the village of Montgomery) and if I don't get out of work until 5, I should miss the opening acts. I've never heard of Angels & Airwaves or Tokyo Police Club. My only problem will be parking now. And ticket prices weren't bad. Every seat was $54.50. Since I'm going solo, I was able to get General Admission on the floor for only $54.50 but after surcharges and what not it came out to $68 even.
Angels and Airwaves is the dude from Blink-182 trying to make like, emo industrial pop-punk (gross, right?)... And I'm not familiar with Tokyo Police club.
Angels and Airwaves is the dude from Blink-182 trying to make like, emo industrial pop-punk (gross, right?)... And I'm not familiar with Tokyo Police club.
That dude is like soooooo punk! I love PUNK!!!11! MOHAWK YEAH!
Really? Not a fan of the new album? I'm listening to Alone right now (only the second time I've heard it) and it's good - not great. I've only listened to the Red Album once and will be listening to it again soon.
"The Blue Album" was my favorite popular album in high school. I liked a few of their songs from "Pinkerton" but after that I got tired of Weezer.
They came through San Francisco recently doing a "hootenanny", where anyone who can demonstrate musical ability on literally any instrument got to play along with Weezer in their songs. They played some of the recordings on the radio and it actually sounded pretty cool. Very organized. I think they are on tour doing that all over the country so hopefully they take the best of the recordings and release a CD.
Really? Not a fan of the new album? I'm listening to Alone right now (only the second time I've heard it) and it's good - not great. I've only listened to the Red Album once and will be listening to it again soon.
I thought Make Believe is horrible, and The Red Album is just comical... A lot of people aren't really up on it, but there are a few tracks on the new album (particularly "The Greatest Man that Ever Lived") in which Rivers intentionally set out to make a bad song. Like that song, I read an interview where he said the whole point was to use every rock cliche out there in one song. The album partially serves as a joke, in which the fans of it are the butt of it all.
I mean, even the cover implies it wasn't a serious release.
Like I said earlier, The Blue Album is a classic, but the band has gone downhill since Matt Sharpe left the band.
In response to a question in a group on facebook about your who you are:
I am from an hour north of Indianapolis, Indiana but now live an hour east of Chicago.
I graduated college from a hick town named Frankfort, where the mascot is the Hotdogs. Not for semi-edible food, but the miniature dachshunds or whatever, tiny dog. But ours has ferocious teeth and it was so mean it gave you rabies if you looked at it funny.
It was, maybe is, being bombarded with immigrants from Mexico for some reason I never understood. Of all the places to migrate to, why that piece of shit little place?
I grew up in what were called smoke shops. They didn't sell cigarettes and people went there to gamble or play pool. My dad gambled while the owner would teach me how to hustle people. The place would be closed, my dad would be broke, and we'd just hang around, maybe order a pizza and watch some TV there. Sometimes we'd take the $5-$10 he had left and get some dinner.
He ended up losing my mom's car, our house, and my mom. I lived with her for awhile and then I lived on what used to be a farm many years ago out in the country. No electricity, no running water. Played poker by candlelight, went to the same diner for breakfast each morning. Came up with stuff to do during the day. Once my dad beat me in a competition to see who could chop down a tree first. Damn it. But it was close...
We got the electricity turned on, my mom moved back with us, and we had an apartment in a very very small town named Mulberry. There's a bank, post office, liquor store, bar, gas station, and a Pizza King. The rest is houses. It's 6 miles from everywhere. Anywhere you see a sign that says Mulberry, it's followed by a 6.
My best friend from high school introduced me to this girl online. He was down in Terre Haute, going to college. He met a girl down there and this was her best friend at the time. We talked, hours each night. At least 8 hours a day for 3 months. She picked me up and took me down to The Haute. Her 2 drunk friends had convinced her that picking up a stranger who lived 3 hours away and bringing him back to her dorm room was a good idea.
I stayed a few days, we fucked like rabbits. She took me home. I broke up with her on Christmas Eve. Who knows why. Panic is my guess. Weird feelings. Love.
I couldn't stop talking to her and soon we got back together and she'd pick me up whenever she could for week long visits. Then we didn't have an apartment in Mulberry anymore so it was back to the farm. No running water.
My girl was from a family that always had luxuries like running water, electricity, expensive clothes, and whatnot. She was a priss. She stuck with me through it though. She endured staying in a rat infested trailer that was about 50 years old for me. She would bring food when she came to visit. We didn't have a stove. A gas grill and an electric skillet was used to cook. We had a tiny fridge that would not stay shut without duct tape.
I had an aunt that lived close to the farm, I'd shower there once a week. I was carrying a towel with shampoo wrapped in it down the road. I saw a cop car pull up in front of me, and turned around when I heard a car behind me. sheriff. "Drop the towel and raise your hands!" What the hell? He got out, his gun drawn. I laugh at the absurdity of the moment and do as he says. Apparently someone reported I was walking around with a gun and these small town pigs were bored. Makes for a fun story though.
My girl got me to go to college, which I am struggling to finish to this day. Not because of intelligence or anything, but I don't really know what it is. School and I do not get along. With that, it meant moving to Terre Haute and away from all that bullshit.
Moved there, my best friend who had introduced us started not getting along with my wife. Made some comments on instant messenger to me, chickened out about sating it to my face. Friendship over.
Moved around a couple times living with my girl, stiffing landlords on the last month's rent whenever possible. My mom lived with us for awhile, which I would not recommend to anyone in a relationship with a severely depressed mother and a tiny apartment. Lots of arguments, including one at around midnight in a parking lot across from the courthouse. One cop car shows up, lights flashing. Then 2 more. Then about 5 cops run across 6 lanes of traffic on U.S. 41. We are both laughing at the absurdity of the moment.
We move to Valpo when she is about done and can finish her classes online and I can too. She graduates with a 4 year nursing degree. We get pregnant. Finally, awesome. We've always talked about a family. We get married. Two days later we lose our son.
Since then everything is pretty much shit. The happiest day of our lives and then BOOM! The best way to describe it would be a massive train wreck. We still can't get back on track, and who knows if we ever will.
Re: Random Post Whoring (2008).. - 08/17/0806:12 PM
Ok, I'm not posting this in the help thread cause it cleared up.
I am most likely the only one experiencing this, BUT.....I open the site and all the topics are old, with only a couple from Aug. The page shows old threads from as far back as February. I don't get it? This happened to me once before and I closed the thread and reopened and it cleared. I had to search for the random post whoring thread because it wasn't on the first few pages. the only recent posting was Capo's under "hello" topic. Now it's working after about 15 minutes. I think I've just entered the "Twilight Zone."
Re: Random Post Whoring (2008).. - 08/17/0806:16 PM
Originally Posted By: The Italian Stallionette
Ok, I'm not posting this in the help thread cause it cleared up.
I am most likely the only one experiencing this, BUT.....I open the site and all the topics are old, with only a couple from Aug. The page shows old threads from as far back as February. I don't get it? This happened to me once before and I closed the thread and reopened and it cleared. I had to search for the random post whoring thread because it wasn't on the first few pages. the only recent posting was Capo's under "hello" topic. Now it's working after about 15 minutes. I think I've just entered the "Twilight Zone."
TIS
I wondered where you have been.
These machines are alive. The nanos inside them play games with us. It's not just a Twilight Zone; it's the future!
Angels and Airwaves is the dude from Blink-182 trying to make like, emo industrial pop-punk (gross, right?)... And I'm not familiar with Tokyo Police club.
Back to work today after a fortnight off....and i got soaked coming home
What kind of work do you do?
Hospital porter!
During high school summers I worked as an x-ray porter and then in college worked in central supply for awhile. I also used to "help" student nurses study for exams.
I might have it surgically removed, but then I'd look even more like a freak, so I might hold off. How can I walk around without a shoulder? lol Thanks for asking, buddy. It's bearable at the moment. They think it's "Snapping Scapula Syndrome", but I'm only 90% confident in that diagnosis...
I do miss it, and you, but tonight's not good, sorry. I have yet another Dr's appointment tomorrow (like I'm freakin' 75 years old all of a sudden!) so gotta be a good boy.
I can't believe a reporter just asked this question to a parent who lost their little girl to the rapids of Niagara Falls... "What makes her so special?"ARE YOU FREAKIN' KIDDING ME??!! What kind of question is that to any parent??!!
I have to tell you that the fence at the falls is not very high or formidable. I remember that the first time we took the girls there, I had nightmares about them falling over into the rapids.
I must admit that I'm surprised it doesn't happen more often.
As for a reporter who would say that, they are obviously just an asshole. That's all. Not evil, just stupid.
Last night the local news broadcast a story about a horrific fire that destroyed a family's home in a nearby town. An 11 year old girl raced through the house to wake her younger siblings and lead them to safety. The mother and father suffered severe burns and smoke inhalation, and are in critical condition.
During the story there was about ten seconds' worth of video of the 9 year old brother, sitting alone on the curb, crying his eyes out. Then we got video of him close up at a different angle.
A telephone number for those wanting to help the family financially was given.
The very next story involved another fire, but focused on the family's St. Bernard, who was on life support for inhaling smoke. Again there was video of the dog, hooked up to a ventilator, and it was accompanied by an interview of a family friend urging the public to donate money for the treatment of the dog. The vet also made a plea saying that the dog's chances were 50/50 and if we didn't come up with bucks, they would have to pull the plug. The number was given twice, and when the news shifted back to the newscasters, the male newsman asked his colleague to repeat the number for the dog, and how sad it was. He also asked the reporter from the scene to keep us up to date on the dog's progress.
'Have you seen the new cars coming out next year? It won't be long before $2, 000.00 will only buy a used one.'
'If cigarettes keep going up in price, I'm going to quit. A quarter a pack is ridiculous.
'Did you hear the post office is thinking about charging a dime just to mail a letter?'
'If they raise the minimum wage to $1.00, nobody will be able to hire outside help at the store.'
'When I first started driving, who would have thought gas would someday cost 29 cents a gallon. Guess we'd be better off leaving the car in the garage.'
'Kids today are impossible. Those duck tail hair cuts make it impossible to stay groomed. Next thing you know, boys will be wearing their hair as long as the girls.'
'I'm afraid to send my kids to the movies any more. Ever since they let Clark Gable get by with saying DAMN in GONE WITH THE WIND, it seems every new movie has either HELL of DAMN in it.'
'I read the other day where some scientist thinks it's possible to put a man on the moon by the end of the century. They even have some fellows they call astronauts preparing for it down in Texas .'
'Did you see where some baseball player just signed a contract for $75,000 a year just to play ball? It wouldn't surprise me if someday they'll be making more than the President.'
'I never thought I'd see the day all our kitchen appliances would be electric. They are even making electric typewriters now.'
'It's too bad things are so tough nowadays. I see where a few married women have to work to make ends meet.'
'It won't be long before young couples are going to have to hire someone to watch their kids so they can both work.'
'Marriage doesn't mean a thing any more, those Hollywood stars seem to be getting divorced at the drop of a hat.'
I'm sure the reporter just wanted to extract some emotion from the parent in recalling why she'd be missed. It wasn't asked like "what's so special about YOUR kid?" but it still sounded just wrong.
There's actually nothing a tv reporter could ask the parents at that time. It's like the old joke, "Other than than that, Mrs. Lincoln, how did you enjoy the show?" Pretty much anything you ask on tv would be awkward.
I guess it is the public's fixation to see and hear the parents, or to put a face on the tragedy.
I tried to get tickets to see my fav band OASIS on Wednesday but they sold out in 1 hour. I was gutted i already to book the tickets and i couldn't even get one,at 9am the they went on sale and all the arenas were sold our straight away.
Weird... it's bad enough I was reminded of my 25th high school reunion coming up next year... and from some chick I remember being even a bigger dork than I was/am... who I just found out went and got married to some school bully!! lol
I tried to get tickets to see my fav band OASIS on Wednesday but they sold out in 1 hour. I was gutted i already to book the tickets and i couldn't even get one,at 9am the they went on sale and all the arenas were sold our straight away.
Sing a sad song In a lonely place Try to put a word in for me It’s been so long Since I found this place You better put in two or three We as people, are just walking ’round Our heads are firmly fixed in the ground What we don’t see Well it can’t be real What we don’t touch we cannot feel
What was your job LN that you could quit on a saturday? It's funny, I was just telling my girlfriend last night that I was one A-hole away from quitting my job yesterday. Thankfully I didn't, but I know the feeling well.
EDIT: We still can't afford our dinner for tonight.
Grocery store. I was on night crew 10p-6,7,8,9,10 am but then asked to be moved to 3-11 because my wife moved to 2-10 and it was hard to deal with being on different schedules like that.
I get moved to the frozen department a week later than they told me I would be and then after doing that for one week I get called in the office to say I'd be going back on midnights on Monday.
Fuck that.
Between that, getting paid 75 cents an hour less than the new guy ($1500 a year!), and a whole bunch of other shit...
Movie was good....for me. IMAX wasn't worth the price. Restaurant was bad, we remembered why we like staying in. They had a good dessert and that was it. Elephant ear with a big scoop of vanilla, sprinkled with cinnamon, sugar, drizzled with chocolate, strawberry, and carmel sauces on the whole thing.
I got the shit kicked out of my place in Florida last week. They called it a "Tropical Storm," rather than a hurricane. The contractors certainly don't differentiate on their repair prices.
Thanks, Miggie. I haven't been down there yet. My neighbor down there, who is a close friend, is handling it for me. From what he's told me, there's no structural damage. Just a big mess; some water damage, etc...
As long as it's ready for the winter, I'm happy. Almanac says it's goinna be a rough one up here.
I know the feeling of what it is like when a hurricane hits and your not there to take care of the damage. That happened to me and the Col when a hurricane (I forgot the name) hit the Hampton Rds. area of Virginia. Thank God I had neighbors there to help me as well. Most of the damage was outside and not to the house.
Thanks, Miggie. I haven't been down there yet. My neighbor down there, who is a close friend, is handling it for me. From what he's told me, there's no structural damage. Just a big mess; some water damage, etc...
As long as it's ready for the winter, I'm happy. Almanac says it's goinna be a rough one up here.
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO what happened to the Signature I made you?
Every person I've met from hurricane areas say they prefer them over earthquakes.
I have no frame of reference, but I'd just assume take your word for it.
I remember Hurricane Andrew back in August of '92. Miami Beach was in its last years as a retirement community; before the revitalization of South Beach. My parents had a place in Sunny Isles back then, just north of Miami Beach. Fortunately they were up here when it struck. When we went down a few weeks later, I was shocked at the devastation. To this day, I've never seen anything like it in person (as far as natural disasters go).
I know about The Rascal House. First Wolfie's now this. No more Jewish deli in Miami Beach (not the classic ones, anyway). Who would have believed that?!
I'm about 45 minutes to the north in Delray Beach. It's close enough to Miami and Ft. Lauderdale for when I feel like visiting, yet not as congested on any everyday basis. The best of both worlds.
Joe's Stone Crab is still going strong, though. Thank God for small favors.
I haven't been down there in 4 or 5 years. Seeing Rascal House like that was so very sad. All the motels on Collins are gone, replaced by luxury high-rises. It's more upscale, but no character.
Ours aren't turning red either. The first crop of tomatoes were stolen by squirrels (at least I hope it was squirrels). Mr. Babe built the fence higher, and we got a second crop in, but they are just stubbornly sitting there being green.
My mom turned 82 today. Actually, I guess it was yesterday. She is an amazing woman. She raised 3 children and buried one. She has diabetes and high blood pressure. She has survived ovarian cancer, a heart attack, triple bypass, and an abdominal aneurysm. And if you looked at her, you would never suspect it. She looks amazing.
Oh, she drives everywhere. You know I'm rarely up late, but the reason I was online last night was because she went out at 6 with her friends, they had dinner, then went back to one of the other ladies' homes to play cards. They got her a cake and sang to her. She didn't get home until 1. They do this every Friday night (except for the singing, I think, although who the hell knows). And sometimes Saturday. She's one of the youngsters in the group. One woman is 93 and one is 87.
What cracks me up is that they wait for the weekend. They can go any day at any time, and they wait for the weekend when everything is crowded.
Your mom is simply beautiful. You look like her. I think it is wonderful that she's able to get out and enjoy life with all the health problems she's had/have. God bless the both of you.
I just turned in a bunch of recycling and while I was there some lady was all mad on the phone. When she got off the phone she told me her Mom is in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and is refusing to leave her house with the hurricane coming. Supposedly it is mandatory, especially after Katrina. Does anyone know if that is true? Are people allowed to stay or do they have to leave?
She's out again tonight at an 80th birthday party for a friend. Thanks, guys. We've had the privilege of having her live with us for 12 years now. I can't imagine life without her.
She really doesn't look her age SB. My mother is a little older (85) and she is much frailer and older looking. Thankfully not in bad health (alhough some normal aches/pains). When I was there she and my dad (who's 88) would be sitting on the couch watching tv one minute, and next minute when I looked over, both there heads were hanging and they were dozing off. So cute. Of course I don't see them every day, so to me, I guess they look older each time I see them. But yea, I sure to treasure them.
Her proudest moment was when she was called for jury duty. During voir dire, she was asked to state her age. The judge said to her, "Madame, you look far too young for that to be true. Must I remind you that you are under oath?". She almost kissed him.
I know what it meant, I'm not stupid. "Echo" wasn't random, it was a "ditto". I'm just saying, if self-survival is in your plans... don't stir the pot. Dassit.
It's been pretty good since Friday, thanks. It was REALLY bad Friday, but almost nothing since. I have to get an MRI this coming week to see WTF, tho...
I am very sad. My two older kids just left to go back home!!
But I get to see them again in two weeks. I'll have all three babies with us for the weekend. It does my heart good when the whole family plus my future Son-in-law gets together.
I have been changing the decor in my spare bedroom. All I have to do is paint now. The room is going from light blue walls with a lighthouse border to ivory and hunter green. The decor is hunting scheme now. It looks great in there.
I also redecorated the Col's bathroom to the same hunting scheme.
I ate a Snickers Energy Bar before bed. Doh! Apparently they work, unlike most energy drinks I've had. Couldn't sleep for a few hours, decided to get up and do laundry. I never want to do laundry.
I ate a Snickers Energy Bar before bed. Doh! Apparently they work, unlike most energy drinks I've had. Couldn't sleep for a few hours, decided to get up and do laundry. I never want to do laundry.
Come to my house and do my laundry. I'll give you TWO of those bars.
I was looking forward to watching a comedy on tv tonight but the Republican Convention is over.
Truthfully when I turned on the Democratic National Convention last week, I was looking forward to watching a comedy, but it wound up being a real tear jerker, and a repeat episode to boot!
After all these years of renting, I'm finally starting to look around to hopefully actually own something. My realtor's last name is McCluskey. I was a bit worried when she told me to stand up straight, but then I saw stars -- so Hollywood here I come?
McCluskey, in The Godfather, told his men to "stand him up straight" before he punched Michael.
I extrapolated from that to perpetuate the pun into saying, facetiously, that she (my realtor) told me to "stand up straight."
Then I took it a half-step forward, since when one is punched in the face, one alledgedly "sees stars" -- which is a double-pun with the Hollywood reference ("movie stars").
Lastly, asking for a tissue, is a result just once seen in The Godfather film, but an ongoing issue for Michael in the novel, when he ends up with sinus problems, and ultimately needing surgery for such.
Get it?
I'm too witty for my soul (a play on Right Said Fred lyrics).
BTW - What're you doing up so late?? We planned on going to Annapolis tomorrow, but this impending post-hurricane storm (Hanna) may postpone it. Maybe Sunday, if not.
At 7am the weather reports looked pretty bad so we're gonna try to go down tomorrow... nothing worse than driving in bad weather! I'm glad, too, because I've been running around non-stop for the past couple weeks and really needed a sleep-in day (despite getting woken up a few times )
This from the guy who drove through a hurricane to get to Chicago??
Beth reported in that she had a lot rain last night and now it's very windy down there. We're supposed to get it bad tonight here about 6:00. It may be an hour earlier down by you.
Taking the plunge into home ownership?? Do so now, while the market sucks and you have nothing to sell. Being a licensed real estate agent, I'd be happy to help you out with strategies, putting your offer together, counter-offers, what to look for. Happy to help, if I can.
Oh, and it's not that hard to keep a bathroom clean. You just need some Tilex and a scrubby sponge. Oh, and some Windex for the mirrors. And some paper towels. And if you have soap scum or lime stains, then you need CLR for bathrooms. And of course the toilet brush, although I use Tilex on the toilet instead of buying separate toilet bowl cleaner. And if you have those pesky shower doors, nothing works better than Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. I don't what is in that little sponge, but it truly is magic.
The easiest way for me to keep a bathroom clean is to not use it -- so having one for guests would be great!
Thanks, SB - If I have any questions I'll let you know! I'm still trying to decide between a condo (that I don't have to worry about exteriors) or a house (I really would love a basement)...
I have to be honest, I hate cleaning. I really do. The happiest days of my life were when we had a cleaning lady, and I'd come home from the office and Rosalinda and her girls would have the house all sparkly and smelling like bleach. I miss those days so very much.
Thanks, SB - If I have any questions I'll let you know! I'm still trying to decide between a condo (that I don't have to worry about exteriors) or a house (I really would love a basement)...
Geoff, the choice is really quite simple. A condo has extra monthly maintenance fees that are not tax-deductible. The benefit is that you don't have to deal with the work. No lawn to mow, no snow to shovel, no leaky roof to fix. A house doesn't have those extra fees, but there is always work that needs to be done. If it's not a leaky roof, then it's a leaky faucet.
If one of the only reasons you want a house is for a basement (I'm a little scared to think about what you'd be doing down there ), then look into a townhouse that has a garage. They usually have a family room off the garage.
Yeah, I've been looking at townhouses and homes with garages -- I need lots of storage space. I only would love a basement so I could make all the noise I want and not worry about neighbors (no, not chainsaw noises, but guitar amps ).
Well, it sounds like you really want a house. I like having a house because of the privacy. Like I said, feel free to ask advice. I am top-notch at getting what I want in a deal. Remember, McCluskey only wants a commission, not what's best for you. We're a rather disgusting breed that way.
Went to Popcorn Fest today from 9am-4pm. My wife and I might have stayed and listened to the bands play for another few hours but my mom's hip and knees were bothering her.
Didn't buy all that much at the booths. My wife (pink), mother (blue), and I (blue) all got Colts hoodies for $18 each. Pretty cheap for a hoodie and they are comfy. My wife got a necklace, I got 2 hats for $7. Seems like they had more stuff last year.
Got a little sunburned. Whoever was in charge of the parade should be fired. There were 5 minute gaps between floats sometimes, and it got started 15 minutes late!
Plenty of free water around but that didn't stop people from selling bottles for $1.00. I took a backpack and had drinks in it. The food wasn't all that great. Grilled corn was good, smoked pork on a stick wasn't. Fried veggies sucked. My wife got her usual perogies, even waiting a half hour to get them!
A lot of people there, the brochure says usually about 60-75,000 people. I'd believe it. Thing is, only about 28,000 people live in Valpo.
There's a cricket in my house and it's making me crazy.
We had one on Friday and Saturday night, and I couldn't find the little guy anywhere. It stopped last night, so I'm guessing it croaked (no pun intended).
My former cat used to tear the legs off them so that they couldn't move or make noise, but they would still be alive. I would then mercifully crush them in the morning.
Funny that you should mention pornography. I actually heard a story on the news today that a certain mayor wants to put a stop to the Exxxotica convention (which is some sort of porn industry gathering, I gathered from the story) from coming to his city. It is the same city where Plawrence lived.
I would love to hear what Plaw would have had to say about it.
Wow, I read that as Exxonica and was wondering how/why an oil giant could possibly be in that industry! But now that you told me it was only an hour away........
Wow, I read that as Exxonica and was wondering how/why an oil giant could possibly be in that industry! But now that you told me it was only an hour away........
Wow, I read that as Exxonica and was wondering how/why an oil giant could possibly be in that industry! But now that you told me it was only an hour away........
It'e even closer now. The convention was moved from Secaucus to Edison.
Ya gotta be REAL careful with Viagara. If you swallow it too slowly you can end up with a stiff neck.
I took Viagra one night, went to sleep and woke up taller. I called the dr. to explain what happened and he said, "You must either be a Yankee fan or a lawyer."
Got a new cell phone today, it was $40,000 but I got a $35,000 mail in rebate.
Or not.
It's amazing what they can do now. I just wanted a phone to be able to send and receive calls. There's a tiny sd chip that I put a bunch of songs on and pictures and I can listen and look at them on my phone. Sound quality is better than I expected. Can't figure out a way to use the songs as ringtones though. Damn phone companies.
I took Viagra one night, went to sleep and woke up taller. I called the dr. to explain what happened and he said, "You must either be a Yankee fan or a lawyer."
It took me a second to get that, but it's a goody!
That's the wrong approach Mig. This should be an enjoyable time for you. You should be cherishing the time being spent with her planing this wedding. Appreciating and enjoying that as her mother you are an integril part of the planning for such a wonderful, sacred and beautiful day!
The only thing that is stressing me out is she keeps changing her mind. Like She had a date set and now she wants to change it. We had a Church set and she decides she wants an outside wedding by the lake. Good thing we haven't ordered the invitations yet
Now you understand what men have been going thru for years.
All that big wedding stuff is overrated and over priced.
Instead, why not take that 50 thousand that you would spend and put it as a down payment on a house for them.
At least if they split up in the next few years, you still get to keep half of it in the divorce process.-
and those wedding gifts suck anyway.
Only kidding....relax, have a few drinks and don't sweat anything! If they are old enough to get hitched, then they are old enough to figure out how to get everything done.
You should just worry about the seating for the fifty or so Board members who want to come for a free PARTY!
The Col. had jury duty this week. Today he got voted in to bed the foreman.
He has to have sex with the foreman??? Can the judge froce him to do that????
In bed with the foreman and the judge "froce" him to do that? I'm so confused. Boy, what kind of jury duty do they have there in Ohio? Sounds a bit kinky to me.
Hey Santino... I saw in the 9/11 thread that you were only 7 years old when the attack happened. I was 50 then. I was seven times older than you. Now, 7 years later, you're 14 and I'm 57. Now I'm only four times older than you.
Hey Santino... I saw in the 9/11 thread that you were only 7 years old when the attack happened. I was 50 then. I was seven times older than you. Now, 7 years later, you're 14 and I'm 57. Now I'm only four times older than you.
haha, I haven't heard the word "dorkus" since I was a little kid. What a "Dorkus Maximus!"
I think anyone using the word "Dorkus" says more about the person saying it than the accused "Dorkus"!
Heavy rain last night. Sattilite dish is out, went to get some lunch at Panera and the power is out for that side of town. Lot of people out today, traffic was a bitch. Some places the road is a pond which doesn't help much. Going to rain more later.
Is it me, or does AOL have the WORST spam guard of all Internet Service Providers?
I mean, I hardly even use my AOL address; I only check it like once a month. But lucky me, today I found out that I won the Malaysian Lottery AND I can add 6 inches to my manhood. All in the same Email!
Is it me, or does AOL have the WORST spam guard of all Internet Service Providers?
I mean, I hardly even use my AOL address; I only check it like once a month. But lucky me, today I found out that I won the Malaysian Lottery AND I can add 6 inches to my manhood. All in the same Email!
Why are you complaining? Sounds to me like it's your lucky day!
Got the MRI results today, but won't see the doctor 'til the end of next week to actually explain it to me, though... but... looks like "posterior ridging and disc bulge / bone endplate edema" at the C5-6 vertebrae level, and some "posterior ridging with some mild neuroforaminal narrowing" at the C6-7 level. Basically, inflammation and some arthritis in my neck. And what that has to do with my shoulder (where the actual pain is) is beyond me... Been thru more tests and shit, and despite my respect for the medical profession... all this insurance/malpractice shit is causing TOO many B.S. tests, and NOT enough actual diagnoses/cures!
Thanks to sports and skateboarding when I was in high school I thought I had some sort of leg injury. It turned out to be my lower back which I eventually had to have surgery on. It wasn't a major surgery, it was just to go in there and remove a bone fragment that was sitting on a nerve. It was somehow pushed onto the nerve thanks to a bulging disc. How the hell a bone fragment was just floating around in my back I have no clue. I've been pretty banged up in my youth, but broken bone? I had no idea!
The long point is, those spine problems can send pain into other parts of your body. It's strange but I, sort of, feel your pain.
And what that has to do with my shoulder (where the actual pain is) is beyond me...
The cervical disc bulge could impinge nerve roots that control your upper arms and shoulder. If the C5-C6 bulge impinged the nerve root, it would be identified most likely in the MRI report.
Got the MRI results today, but won't see the doctor 'til the end of next week to actually explain it to me, though... but... looks like "posterior ridging and disc bulge / bone endplate edema" at the C5-6 vertebrae level, and some "posterior ridging with some mild neuroforaminal narrowing" at the C6-7 level. Basically, inflammation and some arthritis in my neck. And what that has to do with my shoulder (where the actual pain is) is beyond me... Been thru more tests and shit, and despite my respect for the medical profession... all this insurance/malpractice shit is causing TOO many B.S. tests, and NOT enough actual diagnoses/cures!
Thanks to this post by Double-J, I've been reading everyone's posts in a Charles Barkley voice. It makes everything so funny, especially the political threads.
Just playing around with you. You said that a post you read on here made reading all the other ones more fun. I was saying how glad we are to make your life more fun!
Well, I've always felt that tongues are the one part of the cow they shouldn't have out on display in the grocery store meat department. It was a bit freaky when I was a kid to see that thing plastic wrapped to the little styrofoam tray. eeeeesh.
Well, I've always felt that tongues are the one part of the cow they shouldn't have out on display in the grocery store meat department. It was a bit freaky when I was a kid to see that thing plastic wrapped to the little styrofoam tray. eeeeesh.
I've considered going vegetarian several times, for at least a while anyway, just to see how it affects my body. It's a difficult change though.
There is no way in hell I would (or could) ever considering becoming a vegetarian. I like almost all vegetables, but without some kind of a meat dish with it, it simply is NOT a meal. God, forbid if I was ever told I could never eat steak again, I swear I'd shrivel up an die.
My daughter is a vegetarian and is totally comfortable with. I look at what she eats and shake my head wondering "how can hat be enjoyable?" To each his own.
My local favorite, Louie and Ernie's in Pelham Bay, has a pie called "The Godfather." It's a thin crust pie with fresh tomatoes, garlic and whole fresh baby clams. It is, for lack of a more politically correct expression, un-fucking-believable.
You'll have to bring me one on your next trip down here
BTW... Where is that Sig that that handsome kid made ya
It'll be back. I like to mix it up.
I'll be back in Delray Beach on October 25th for a week. There's actually a very good pizza place not far from my condo called Pizza Rustica. So come on by and I'll treat you to a slice.
Is David Blaine crazy or what? He's hanging upside down over Central Park for how many days? Why? It's not a trick, its seems just plain crazy, and dangerous. I don't get it.
So, I had shooting pain in my tooth/neck/shoulder from 8:30PM last night (during the movie and 1+ hour drive home), thru the night when I couldn't sleep and took a Tylenol #3 (w/codeine) at around 4:30AM and finally got a couple hours sleep despite that not really helping at all. Had to go to the orthopedist today for my neck/shoulder (he prescribed some physical therapy and anti-inflamatories), with my tooth/neck still throbbing. That was 15 hrs worth, so I decided to give it a shot and schedule the root canal for as soon as possible. The endodontist saw my pain and took me w/in 15 minutes!! She started the root canal to get rid of my pain, wrote me 3 scripts, and I have to get it finished next week. At least the pain has subsided! Wish I had this done 3 weeks ago when I got the script for the root canal -- I'd've enjoyed the movie last night a bit more. People, please take care of your teeth! Another $1200 or so I don't have on the AmEx when this 1 tooth is done, and there's plenty more to do....
Geoff, I remember having a toothache, and the dentist telling me I might need a root canal. I must have made a face, and he said to me, "There's nothing more painful than WAITING for a root canal." And boy is he right.
Babe, I had one done 2.5 years ago by the same Dr, and she was fabulous! Hardly noticed it much at all. This time, however, it was really bad in spots. BUT, a few minutes of added pain is SO worth eliminating ALL the pain! ...the biggest pain now will be in my wallet!
Oy, I know that feeling. $1200 is cheap - the one I had after we were together last August was $1600! I almost choked to death when they told me. Although, to be honest, if he had said $16,000, I think I would have done it, the pain was so bad.
I took a guess at the price -- it probably will be more in the end. The root canal itself is gonna be $1055 (plus interest lol), but then it needs to be capped or whatever. I guess I estimated it too low! lol The last one I never got capped and after 1.5 years it broke in half (I guess that's why they call it a "temporary filling" ), and now it has to be removed eventually. If I had the money I'd just get implants and end this madness!
Babe, I had one done 2.5 years ago by the same Dr, and she was fabulous! Hardly noticed it much at all. This time, however, it was really bad in spots. BUT, a few minutes of added pain is SO worth eliminating ALL the pain! ...the biggest pain now will be in my wallet!
Doesn't your dental insurance take care of most of the costs?
Babe, I had one done 2.5 years ago by the same Dr, and she was fabulous! Hardly noticed it much at all. This time, however, it was really bad in spots. BUT, a few minutes of added pain is SO worth eliminating ALL the pain! ...the biggest pain now will be in my wallet!
Doesn't your dental insurance take care of most of the costs?
I don't know if Geoff has insurance, but a lot of people don't, and either way it's expensive.
Hell, dental is one of the things that many companies, even those that offer benefits, have done away with. My former company didn't offer it, and now I, too, am self-employed. Luckily, Mr. Babe has good benefits!
There's an idea, JG! Find some chick that has benefits and needs to marry a citizen to stay in the country! It will be a match made in heaven!
Example Sentence: After years of being a consigliere to the CEOs of Silicon Valley's top giants, Norman has decided to break out and head his own high-tech enterprise.
Did you know? If you're a fan of The Godfather series of movies, the character Tom Hagen may have already come to mind. Hagen, the Corleones' family lawyer, was famously dismissed by the Don's successor and son Michael Corleone because he was not a "wartime consigliere." The word "consigliere" comes from Italian and has been a part our language since 1615; it was originally used of someone who served on a council in Italy. Currently, it is most commonly used to designate advisers to the Mafia -- a use that first appeared in English in a document from a 1963 session of the U.S. Senate. It is also often used generally of a political or financial adviser, or any other trusted adviser for that matter.
After a few years dicking around MySpace, I never realized how much it sucked until I realized apparently everyone I ever knew in my past was on Facebook! Just heard from my senior prom date after 24 years!
Hey guys.. Just checking in to see what's up. My laptop is completely dead so the only time I get to go online is on my breaks at work (which my breaks generally consist of smoking, hardly have time for anything else) or if I come home to visit the family (which is once every 1 or 2 months). Anyway, message boards, myspace, facebook, etc. are all blocked at work, but I can check my email.. so if anyone ever wants to get ahold of me email me at kahrispy@gmail.com
Good to see some of the old posters still around... Hope everythings going awesome for everybody. Well, I've got to run - food's here. Bye!
Hey guys.. Just checking in to see what's up. My laptop is completely dead so the only time I get to go online is on my breaks at work (which my breaks generally consist of smoking, hardly have time for anything else) or if I come home to visit the family (which is once every 1 or 2 months). Anyway, message boards, myspace, facebook, etc. are all blocked at work, but I can check my email.. so if anyone ever wants to get ahold of me email me at kahrispy@gmail.com
Good to see some of the old posters still around... Hope everythings going awesome for everybody. Well, I've got to run - food's here. Bye!
My album just got reviewed on Americas biggest Hip Hop review site. Thought I'd post it up here. Man, some of you yanks crack me up. Australia really is an enigma to most of you. Anyways:
Fluent Form may be from Melbourne, Australia, but he is clearly in a New York state of mind. His commitment to lyricism and the dark, cinematic beats he raps over pay homage to classic East Coast hip hop. He makes the type of hip hop that usually gets the prefix "real," as in true to its roots, and free of the glitz and artifice of mainstream rap. There are no autotuners, vocoders, or R&B singers on "Chapters of Substance;" just ten tracks of hard beats and hard rhymes.
Fluent Form gets production help from Doc Savage, Mizari, Geko, Ciecmate, Must, Trem, and Methodz. All the producers do sparse, brooding beats that are a little RZA, a little Primo, and sound way more Staten Island than Down Under. I have a hard time understanding how people from such a warm, sunny continent could make music so dark and cold. Whatever their motivation, they do it well, once again proving that Australian producers can hold their own on the boards.
There is a punk element to Fluent Form's half-shouted lyrics, and in the general mood of the disc. If he had been born a generation earlier, he probably would have picked up a guitar rather than a mic. He's not doing anything near Limp Bizkit territory, but he does bring some of the honest anger and frustration found in great punk to hip hop. Like most Aussie rappers, Fluent Form doesn't try to bite the subject matter of American rappers, and steers clear of tales of street crime. Instead, he offers a localized version of hip hop that sounds authentic and real.
American listeners might have an issue with Fluent Forms thick Aussie accent: it is impenetrable at times, which makes his lyrics difficult to understand. He's like fellow Aussie MC Clandestine in that regard, and both share a similar aggressive flow that is difficult to follow. One thing you definitely won't hear is any cursing; Fluent Form keeps it clean on all ten tracks without sacrificing any intensity. Without the standard curse words to fall back on, Fluent is forced to use language to get his point across, which makes him a stronger MC, and makes the album more interesting.
"Chapters of Substance" is a strong debut by an MC doing his best to keep hip hop real. Fans of classic East Coast rap should check this out, as well as fans of Aussie hip hop. Fluent Form is proof that Australians can rap, and that it isn't all sunshine and surf in the land Down Under.
My album just got reviewed on Americas biggest Hip Hop review site. Thought I'd post it up here. Man, some of you yanks crack me up. Australia really is an enigma to most of you. Anyways:
Fluent Form may be from Melbourne, Australia, but he is clearly in a New York state of mind. His commitment to lyricism and the dark, cinematic beats he raps over pay homage to classic East Coast hip hop. He makes the type of hip hop that usually gets the prefix "real," as in true to its roots, and free of the glitz and artifice of mainstream rap. There are no autotuners, vocoders, or R&B singers on "Chapters of Substance;" just ten tracks of hard beats and hard rhymes.
Fluent Form gets production help from Doc Savage, Mizari, Geko, Ciecmate, Must, Trem, and Methodz. All the producers do sparse, brooding beats that are a little RZA, a little Primo, and sound way more Staten Island than Down Under. I have a hard time understanding how people from such a warm, sunny continent could make music so dark and cold. Whatever their motivation, they do it well, once again proving that Australian producers can hold their own on the boards.
There is a punk element to Fluent Form's half-shouted lyrics, and in the general mood of the disc. If he had been born a generation earlier, he probably would have picked up a guitar rather than a mic. He's not doing anything near Limp Bizkit territory, but he does bring some of the honest anger and frustration found in great punk to hip hop. Like most Aussie rappers, Fluent Form doesn't try to bite the subject matter of American rappers, and steers clear of tales of street crime. Instead, he offers a localized version of hip hop that sounds authentic and real.
American listeners might have an issue with Fluent Forms thick Aussie accent: it is impenetrable at times, which makes his lyrics difficult to understand. He's like fellow Aussie MC Clandestine in that regard, and both share a similar aggressive flow that is difficult to follow. One thing you definitely won't hear is any cursing; Fluent Form keeps it clean on all ten tracks without sacrificing any intensity. Without the standard curse words to fall back on, Fluent is forced to use language to get his point across, which makes him a stronger MC, and makes the album more interesting.
"Chapters of Substance" is a strong debut by an MC doing his best to keep hip hop real. Fans of classic East Coast rap should check this out, as well as fans of Aussie hip hop. Fluent Form is proof that Australians can rap, and that it isn't all sunshine and surf in the land Down Under.
That's great man! I'd love to get my hands on a copy.
Whisper, what website is that reviewed on? I mostly use www.undergroundhiphop.com That's sweet you got an album made and reviewed. Are your producers buddies of yours? I'm going to start working on my first album with my prucer buddy but we still need a bit of equipment.
Whisper, what website is that reviewed on? I mostly use www.undergroundhiphop.com That's sweet you got an album made and reviewed. Are your producers buddies of yours? I'm going to start working on my first album with my prucer buddy but we still need a bit of equipment.
Hey man, it was reviewed on rapreviews.com
So you're going to begin the fun yet arduous task of putting an album together? It's definitely a hard road, But if you've got a bit of a fan base and do live shows, you should be able to make it profitable. Not just money wise But also Building your rep up as well. Good luck with it all. Lucky for me I can take a year off now. haha Do you have a music page?
My album just got reviewed on Americas biggest Hip Hop review site. Thought I'd post it up here. Man, some of you yanks crack me up. Australia really is an enigma to most of you. Anyways:
Fluent Form may be from Melbourne, Australia, but he is clearly in a New York state of mind. His commitment to lyricism and the dark, cinematic beats he raps over pay homage to classic East Coast hip hop. He makes the type of hip hop that usually gets the prefix "real," as in true to its roots, and free of the glitz and artifice of mainstream rap. There are no autotuners, vocoders, or R&B singers on "Chapters of Substance;" just ten tracks of hard beats and hard rhymes.
Fluent Form gets production help from Doc Savage, Mizari, Geko, Ciecmate, Must, Trem, and Methodz. All the producers do sparse, brooding beats that are a little RZA, a little Primo, and sound way more Staten Island than Down Under. I have a hard time understanding how people from such a warm, sunny continent could make music so dark and cold. Whatever their motivation, they do it well, once again proving that Australian producers can hold their own on the boards.
There is a punk element to Fluent Form's half-shouted lyrics, and in the general mood of the disc. If he had been born a generation earlier, he probably would have picked up a guitar rather than a mic. He's not doing anything near Limp Bizkit territory, but he does bring some of the honest anger and frustration found in great punk to hip hop. Like most Aussie rappers, Fluent Form doesn't try to bite the subject matter of American rappers, and steers clear of tales of street crime. Instead, he offers a localized version of hip hop that sounds authentic and real.
American listeners might have an issue with Fluent Forms thick Aussie accent: it is impenetrable at times, which makes his lyrics difficult to understand. He's like fellow Aussie MC Clandestine in that regard, and both share a similar aggressive flow that is difficult to follow. One thing you definitely won't hear is any cursing; Fluent Form keeps it clean on all ten tracks without sacrificing any intensity. Without the standard curse words to fall back on, Fluent is forced to use language to get his point across, which makes him a stronger MC, and makes the album more interesting.
"Chapters of Substance" is a strong debut by an MC doing his best to keep hip hop real. Fans of classic East Coast rap should check this out, as well as fans of Aussie hip hop. Fluent Form is proof that Australians can rap, and that it isn't all sunshine and surf in the land Down Under.
That's great man! I'd love to get my hands on a copy.
Hey man, I'm guessing you don't live near Brooklyn? My album can be found at "Fat Beats". Shit name, great store. Send me your address in a PM and I'll hook you up if you want.
Actually LLC, The album leaked all over the net a few weeks ago, if you Google Fluent Form, you'll find a site where it's up for free download. The bastards!!!!
My parents just sent me pictures from their vacation to southern California to visit family, and one of the pictures was them having dinner with Richard and Karen Carpenter. I know they aren't big time celebrities, but still they are The Carpenters. Kind of cool.
I always get the feeling my parents are leading some sort of exciting secret life that I was never exposed to growing up.
My parents just sent me pictures from their vacation to southern California to visit family, and one of the pictures was them having dinner with Richard and Karen Carpenter.
I sure hope it was at least 25 years ago, cuz that's how long KC has been dead. (RIP)
An Internet game in which players roam a school and kill kindergarten students with a shotgun has been pulled from a Finnish children's gaming site one week after the country's worst school shooting. ... The game, "Kindergarten Killer," can be found widely on the Web.
Ever go to the library and catch a balding, paunchy, middle-aged, white dude glancing at the Craigslist personals on the public access computers? They look over their shoulders like every two minutes to see if anyone's looking. It's hysterical.
Ever go to the library and catch a balding, paunchy, middle-aged, white dude glancing at the Craigslist personals on the public access computers? They look over their shoulders like every two minutes to see if anyone's looking. It's hysterical.
You mean SC does other things besides the BB and Facebook?
Max the kitten pounces on the dogs tail every time he wags it. We have wooden floors so when the dog is sitting,wagging his tail,Max pounces on it and then holds on for the ride
I'm sorry for not checking in sooner since the storm, but as soon as school started back, things were really busy trying to catch up on stuff. After losing it on 9/13, we got our power back at home on the 26th. I was lucky enough to go back to school during the second week, though, where power had already been restored!
It was an interesting experience, and I was so glad that it wasn't as bad as it could've been. I started to get used to falling asleep with the windows open, listening to the sound of generators in the neighborhood. And certainly, it reminded me how good we have it. Just entering a room and being able to flip a switch that lights everything up is something I've always taken for granted, but stumbling around with flashlights and candles for awhile taught me otherwise. Not to mention, I got to enjoy the experience of barbecuing pizza! haha
This morning after feeding the mutt,i was bending over him to put his lead on him and he belched,thunderously,in my face
Good Lord, but it was one of the worst things i have ever smelled!!
I feel sick just recalling it now
I'm sorry but thanks for the laugh this morning, Yes, dogs burps are nasty but half as bad as a dog fart. When my dog farts omg it lingers. I have to light up a candle and open the window and turn the ceiling fan on to get the smell out of the room.
Glad to see you're okay, GG!! Wow, I can't imagine, and you're so very right how we take things for granted until they're taken away.
Indeed, life is very precious. So precious that the fragility of it is understood only by God Almighty. Or at least that's what I believe. It's good to know that you're ok Gina.
I'm sorry for not checking in sooner since the storm, but as soon as school started back, things were really busy trying to catch up on stuff. After losing it on 9/13, we got our power back at home on the 26th. I was lucky enough to go back to school during the second week, though, where power had already been restored!
It was an interesting experience, and I was so glad that it wasn't as bad as it could've been. I started to get used to falling asleep with the windows open, listening to the sound of generators in the neighborhood. And certainly, it reminded me how good we have it. Just entering a room and being able to flip a switch that lights everything up is something I've always taken for granted, but stumbling around with flashlights and candles for awhile taught me otherwise. Not to mention, I got to enjoy the experience of barbecuing pizza! haha
Thanks everyone for the kind comments - you're a great group.
Oh, I've got some random post whoring to do! I now live on the first floor at my dorm, and it turns out there are about five or six stray cats that hang around the school. My friend and I have been naming them, and I've been trying for the longest to win one over, but they're all very paranoid and skittish. Until we met "Jinxie" - a beautiful fuzzy black cat, with a white tipped-tail (thus the "Meet the Parents" name)...he's absolutely adorable, and very friendly, and he's come by the past few nights to hang out with us on our porch. He actually fell asleep in my lap last night, and now I know I'm too attached. I wonder what Tiger and Angie would think if they knew I'm cheating on them.
He actually fell asleep in my lap last night, and now I know I'm too attached.
That's how it all starts.
My step-daughter was in college and she had just adopted a kitten. It was Easter break and she was going to spend it with her mother and me... just one problem. What was she gonna do with her kitten? I told her she could bring it along with her (even though I already had two cats at home). Over the break I asked her what she would do with the cat when the school year was over and she said she'd just let it "out". My wife and I told her that wasn't right and we ended up keeping that kitten.
That was 17+ years ago, and that kitten is OzzieBoy. He's still with me and is my best companion. I never once regretted that decision to keep him.
I see Amazon listed among the search spiders. I can understand yahoo and Google, but Amazon??
That's Amazon's bot that searches the site content to deliver "relevant" ads. I don't think it works very well. The current one (on the bottom right of the page) is about learning Spanish, another for a laptop case, etc. :shrug:
Aw, SC, that was OzzieBoy?! That's adorable...you made a very good choice.
I'm just about ready to take this one home (except for reactions from the other two felines, and more importantly, my mom...haha), but I just can't believe he's actually a stray. He's around a lot, but he's such a nice-looking cat and so friendly, that I find it hard to believe he has no owner. The others are definitely 'street cats,' but this one seems like a housepet. We fed him tuna and milk today, though, so I don't think we'll have to worry about him leaving us!
We ended up "adopting" a stray calico kitten (which we so cleverly named Callie), except our cat at the time would not have it. If she saw Callie by the back door, she would growl and mew and throw herself at the door. We were afraid to let little Callie in the house for fear that Sterling would tear her to pieces. Finally, one of our neighbors took it in.
Dogs are scary. I hate dogs. One day I was about to climb up the stairs to my apartment. One of my neighbors was walking his dog, but with no leash As soon as the dog saw me, it started following me. My heart was pounding some million times a minute, but I tried to appear calm and didn't pay attention to it. It followed me on the stairs all the way up to my apartment. I opened the door, slowly went inside without opening the door much and quickly shut the door on the dog's face. One hell of a scary incident. I don't know how dog owners think that others will share the same enthusiasm for their dogs. They will happily tell that it won't bite. Dogs either bite or lick, scary either way
I don't mind Cats. I find them more interesting to watch then Dogs. They're always running around then jumping massive heights and chasing shit. Always look like they're thinking about Global Domination.
I don't mind Cats. I find them more interesting to watch then Dogs. They're always running around then jumping massive heights and chasing shit. Always look like they're thinking about Global Domination.
But, Nothing beats a loyal Dog.
True. Cats have depth and grace, and are much more fascinating than dogs. We own dogs, but cats own us. They are royalty.
I swear my X Girlfriends cat, would imagine herself in situations and play around acting them out. I know it sounds stupid, but they play games with themselves. Like this cat would be sitting still, then the next second it would be off chasing itself around the lounge room pretending something was chasing it.
Now that I think about it, I kinda miss the little thing.
Dogs are loving and great to have. Nothing beats coming home from a bad day and having something so consistently freaking happy to see you. However, they are so consistent that they can be boring. The affection of a cat has to be EARNED, and is therefore more valued. If a dog jumps up and wants to cuddle with you, it's a given. Having a cat want to jump into your lap, though, is a gift.
Dogs are loving and great to have. Nothing beats coming home from a bad day and having something so consistently freaking happy to see you. However, they are so consistent that they can be boring. The affection of a cat has to be EARNED, and is therefore more valued. If a dog jumps up and wants to cuddle with you, it's a given. Having a cat want to jump into your lap, though, is a gift.
What about having two jump in your lap at the same time?
Cats are awesome, they clean themselves and shit in a box. Dogs you have to let out and then avoid the dogshit in your yard later on and they are filthy animals.
Cats are awesome, they clean themselves and shit in a box. Dogs you have to let out and then avoid the dogshit in your yard later on and they are filthy animals.
Cats are awesome, they clean themselves and shit in a box. Dogs you have to let out and then avoid the dogshit in your yard later on and they are filthy animals.
Ahh yeah, but Cat shit can cause Schizophrenia
That's why you don't eat it, Deuce! Plus I'm guessing the taste.
Cats and dogs are fantastic. We've had many over the years and they all were and are a pleasure. We had two pit bulls one of which died a few months ago. It was a great loss to us. So now we're down to three dogs and two cats.
Our cockatiel is named Shirley, which is ironic since it's male. My daughter named him when she was 6, so Shirley it is. Mr. Babe tries to make him feel better by calling him "Big Man". He throws his seeds and feathers everywhere. And he'll only live for about another 15 years or so.
JG, may I remind you that we had carbon monoxide poisoning a few years ago. My younger daughter passed out and they shut off the gas to our house for three days in December while we had the furnace and hot water heater replaced. The gentleman from the gas company said that his meter was reading 9,999 because that was as high as it could go.
The bird, whose cage is in a room NEXT to the furnace and hot water heater, lived. So much for my canary in a coal mine.
JG, may I remind you that we had carbon monoxide poisoning a few years ago. My younger daughter passed out and they shut off the gas to our house for three days in December while we had the furnace and hot water heater replaced. The gentleman from the gas company said that his meter was reading 9,999 because that was as high as it could go.
The bird, whose cage is in a room NEXT to the furnace and hot water heater, lived. So much for my canary in a coal mine.
Anyone lurking around? Seem pretty deserted on the ol' BB tonight.
I trust you all are having a wonderful weekend? I actually began my Christmas shopping today.
TIS
I'm lurking for a few more minutes before I go pick up my wife. I'll be reading my new book "Hit and Run" by Lawrence Block as I wait. I ended up paying $9.25 on Ebay, not the greatest price but a whole lot better than $25 Barnes and Nobles wants.
Yea, compared to $25 that isn't a bad price. I have never purchased from Ebay. The bidding process intimidates me for some reason. It seems so complicated or something. Maybe it's just me.
Anyway, enjoy your book fellow lurker!!! We lurkers rule!!!
$2.87? Wow, what a bargain. (who would have thought). It's about 3.15/20 in my area. Yea, I got my TSA statement and lost some money too. I am not a big invester which as it stands now, is a good thing evidently.
Anyway, weather here is beautiful, cooling down into te high 60's/low 70's but sunny, clear and beautiful.
Did all the BBer's get invited to a party they didn't tell s about? How dare them not be here when we are.
I'm very tired though, don't know how long I'll be able to stay awake tonight.
Southern CA is sunny almost always Olivant. I really can't complain about the weather. It's kind of a treat IMHO when we get rainy weather. We DO have a rainy season but even then, it's usually (not always but usually) not that bad. The best thing about CA is the climate, which you just can't beat(and of course, it is a pretty scenic state too).
The leaves change somewhat but NOTHING like it does back East or Midwest...nowhere near as pretty. We get season change (believe it or not) but on a much much smaller scale than you do. It took me a couple years of living in CA before I noticed the distinct changes in the seasons.
Another plus, you can plan a picnic and/or family outdoor outing and chances are you'll get decent weather.
Yea, compared to $25 that isn't a bad price. I have never purchased from Ebay. The bidding process intimidates me for some reason. It seems so complicated or something. Maybe it's just me.
Anyway, enjoy your book fellow lurker!!! We lurkers rule!!!
TIS
Ebay is fairly easy, you just have to set up a paypal account and register and start bidding, or selling. I've made about $250 in the last week or so.
What is stopping you? just give it a clever label like "RARE!!!1!1! STAR WARS HAN SOLO ACTION FIGURE SMOKING A QUARTER OF ACTION FIGURE MARY JANE!!1! Action figures may or may not be included"
What is stopping you? just give it a clever label like "RARE!!!1!1! STAR WARS HAN SOLO ACTION FIGURE SMOKING A QUARTER OF ACTION FIGURE MARY JANE!!1! Action figures may or may not be included"
That could actually work. You could make a bit of cash before everyone caught on to the code.
On top of having to have to go back for a 4th time to get this one freakin' root canal over and done with (let alone the cap for it)... tonight ANOTHER cap just fell out for no @%#$%! reason!! WTF!!??!!
On top of having to have to go back for a 4th time to get this one freakin' root canal over and done with (let alone the cap for it)... tonight ANOTHER cap just fell out for no @%#$%! reason!! WTF!!??!!
You woulda saved yourself a lot of time and effort if you had just listened to me and used pliers.
Okay, so I had a few glasses of wine and then clicked on a banner ad that said it'd tell me my IQ instantly. I probably should subtract 50 pts for just clicking on it to begin with, but, I figured WTF. lol
So I take it -- man, I really hate those number sequence questions, and it seemed that was every-other damn question! But in the end, this test said 126 (Top 3%). Not too shabby, I thought -- especially being a bit buzzed. So then I looked up "IQ 126" and this site says I'm comparable to a PhD -- of course ...but then it said comparable to an attorney. Man, what a depressing slap in the face! J/K KL/DT!
I'd've provided the link, but, it's one of those bullshit sites that asks for all your personal info like cell phone and mother's maiden name along with name/address and other crap (mostly I provided fake info, of course)... so... grain of salt! (tho the questions seemed kinda legit)
Yes. I'm not a "car nut" nor looking for a cock extension or some wasted money pseudo-status symbol in my driveway. Gimme something reliable and dependable, yet still looks decent. Hondas (and okay, some Toyotas) are just fine.
Yes. I'm not a "car nut" nor looking for a cock extension or some wasted money pseudo-status symbol in my driveway. Gimme something reliable and dependable, yet still looks decent. Hondas (and okay, some Toyotas) are just fine.
I know nothing about cars, but this car was fun to drive and comfy. I hate driving or riding in my Wife's huge SUV.
It had been nice and reliable until now. We used to have a Toyota that was awesome until my wife wrecked it and had to be cut out with the JAWS OF LIFE!
My car decision right now is between a Toyota Camry and a Honda Accord. They are almost identical in price and performance. They also both look very nice and are similarly equipped. I am having the hardest time making this decision. Mr. Babe says that the Honda has better pickup, so then I start to lean that way. But the Camry comes with fog lights and bluetooth and the home link garage door thingy. So undecided.
My car decision right now is between a Toyota Camry and a Honda Accord. They are almost identical in price and performance. They also both look very nice and are similarly equipped. I am having the hardest time making this decision. Mr. Babe says that the Honda has better pickup, so then I start to lean that way. But the Camry comes with fog lights and bluetooth and the home link garage door thingy. So undecided.
If it helps, I drive a Camry, and put 222,000 miles on it. I recently got new front brakes, and last year had to change the battery. But that was all I had to do in 5 years. It's a very good car. I understand that the Accord may get a little bit better mileage?
Okay, so I had a few glasses of wine and then clicked on a banner ad that said it'd tell me my IQ instantly. I probably should subtract 50 pts for just clicking on it to begin with, but, I figured WTF. lol
So I take it -- man, I really hate those number sequence questions, and it seemed that was every-other damn question! But in the end, this test said 126 (Top 3%). Not too shabby, I thought -- especially being a bit buzzed. So then I looked up "IQ 126" and this site says I'm comparable to a PhD -- of course ...but then it said comparable to an attorney. Man, what a depressing slap in the face! J/K KL/DT!
IQ of 126 suitable to be a lawyer? Must be a misprint. They must have added a digit to that figure.
Almost identical mileage, Klyd. My brother has had three Toyotas (two Camrys and a Tacoma) and loved them. My other brother has had two Hondas and loved them. The horsepower on the Honda, however, gives it far more pick-up. The Toyota has 168 hp and the Honda 190. Huge difference, and with a 4 cylinder, I'm leaning towards the Honda for that one reason.
Okay, so I had a few glasses of wine and then clicked on a banner ad that said it'd tell me my IQ instantly. I probably should subtract 50 pts for just clicking on it to begin with, but, I figured WTF. lol
So I take it -- man, I really hate those number sequence questions, and it seemed that was every-other damn question! But in the end, this test said 126 (Top 3%). Not too shabby, I thought -- especially being a bit buzzed. So then I looked up "IQ 126" and this site says I'm comparable to a PhD -- of course ...but then it said comparable to an attorney. Man, what a depressing slap in the face! J/K KL/DT!
I'd've provided the link, but, it's one of those bullshit sites that asks for all your personal info like cell phone and mother's maiden name along with name/address and other crap (mostly I provided fake info, of course)... so... grain of salt! (tho the questions seemed kinda legit)
What do you think about the value of internet IQ tests? Your post made me curious so I tried two of them this morning. The first one I had 116. The second one said that most of the tests out there on the internet give you a score that's way too high compared to your real IQ. I scored 136 on that test. Go figure...
Needless to say the 2nd test is way more accurate than the other one.
SB, if you're not entering NASCAR why worry that much about the HP? Between the two, I'd examine price and trade-in value, but I'd go with the Camry.
I only lease, so trade-in doesn't matter, and the monthly payments and terms are virtually identical. As for the horsepower, my commute to the office is mostly uphill. The Camry, being less powerful, might get annoying after a while.
SB, if you're not entering NASCAR why worry that much about the HP? Between the two, I'd examine price and trade-in value, but I'd go with the Camry.
I only lease, so trade-in doesn't matter, and the monthly payments and terms are virtually identical. As for the horsepower, my commute to the office is mostly uphill. The Camry, being less powerful, might get annoying after a while.
Although I usually detest change, for some reason I grow bored with my car after a few years. It doesn't pay for me to purchase a car if I'm going to keep trading them in every couple of years.
Yes, olivant, but I'm usually in a bit more of a rush on the way in.
I'm buying a Bus soon with a few friends and we're gonna drive around the country on tour etc.
A Magical Mystery Tour? gonna buy matching white suits and walk down staircases in synchronicity with your friends? gonna do enough LSD that everything is cool and Psychedelic and you see Tangerine trees and Marmalade skies... do you get by with a little help from your friends? was the walrus Paul? are you living in a glass onion or are you just a fool on a hill? do you pick up rice at the church where the wedding has been? do you make nowhere plans? and what about Sargent Pepper?!! are you so tired you think your mind is on the blink??
I'm buying a Bus soon with a few friends and we're gonna drive around the country on tour etc.
A Magical Mystery Tour? gonna buy matching white suits and walk down staircases in synchronicity with your friends? gonna do enough LSD that everything is cool and Psychedelic and you see Tangerine trees and Marmalade skies... do you get by with a little help from your friends? was the walrus Paul? are you living in a glass onion or are you just a fool on a hill? do you pick up rice at the church where the wedding has been? do you make nowhere plans? and what about Sargent Pepper?!! are you so tired you think your mind is on the blink??
I guess any early-ish night for me -- Con-cast is "upgrading" something so I've been w/o TV and Internet the past 2 hrs and counting. It forced me to do that old-school "reading" thing for a while! iPhone may be great for the web and all -- and I'm lucky to be able to get on now even w/o cable -- I think I'll take advantage of the extra sleep time...
I am so sorry guys but I may not be on for a while... a long while, My Family and I are having a really rough time, they shut off out phone 3 weeks ago, this morning they shut off out Cable box, and I fear they may shut off out power today as well... we have been living on basically nothing for 3 months... so I may not be on for a while. I hope this is not the case because I go into Major GBB withdrawal in a few hours
So GBB, Farewell, as I will miss thee, I may be on later tonight if all goes well, we have just enough gas in out generator to watch the new episode of House
I am so sorry to hear that. I do hope you have other family that can maybe help you out. I wish you and your family well. Please, let us know, when you can, how things are going. You will be missed. Take care of yourself ok?
Santino, I hope everything works out and you won't be gone very long. You have been a pleasure getting to know you. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Take care and God speed.
I went for coffee with my wife this afternoon and a couple next to us were having one of these business meetings over coffee! The man sat down and took 3 cell phones out of his pocket and put them on the table. "I'm very busy today,taking loads of calls" he told the young lady he was with.
They sat there for an hour and the phones never went once,even though he picked them up to look at every 4 seconds.
they did shut us off, but I think your prayers helped, because friends who were going out of town, they didn't need to go any more, and they took us in
they did shut us off, but I think your prayers helped, because friends who were going out of town, they didn't need to go any more, and they took us in
Trying to get a commission check in this economy is impossible. One landlord finally sent in money he has owed since July 1st, and the other just paid an October 1st invoice. Once a check comes in, it has to clear, and then I get 50% of it. However, because I'm betting that cash flow is tight in my company right now, they're taking their sweet time writing me a check. I've been waiting months and/or weeks for this money. Do they not think that I have bills to pay?? It's bad enough that I have to beat the landlords over the head for my damn money, but now I have to sit around and wait for my own damn company to pay me.
La, la, la, I have music blasting through my headphones and would get hit by a train if one came along right now because I can't hear anything, la, la, la...
Actually, that happened to a guy my husband worked with. The guy would walk to work along the railroad tracks with his boombox hoisted on his shoulder and the music blasting in his ear. Sure enough, train comes along and he didn't hear it. It took his arm clear off. He came back to work eventually, and he had a hook.
When my neighbor's son was three, she had a daughter. Her son had severe speech problems and she had a speech therapist come to the house every morning. Within the next year or two, his speech improved, but strangers often had a hard time understanding him. My neighbor said that his sister, now a toddler, was really bugging him all day, touching his toys, etc., in that annoying way that little sisters have.
Finally fed up, he blurted out, "Nicole, you've been up my ass all day!". His mom was alternately thrilled because he said it clear as a bell, and also wanted to die because it was obvious who he had learned the phrase from.
I am so freakin' exhausted, and it seems I have no time for myself lately. Between going to doctors here, and dentists* there... physical therapy here, and visiting homes for sale there... between family obligations and friends' crises... Fantasy sports here, and a few replies on the BB there. Mix in a few scattered blood tests and MRIs (what am I, 75?). Let alone any type of actual work or hobbies I have no time for....
Watching movies is my "relaxation", and I like to do that every night if I can (if I'm not out, which is kinda rare these days cuz it gets expensive). But my best friend drags me out now and then because he's stuck in his apartment all day long (the opposite of me lately) and he can't stand staying in -- and at this point I can't stand staying out! lol
But tomorrow (Saturday)... I have NO plans whatsoever, and have declined everyone! TOMORROW IS GEOFFY DAY!! NO plans... NO leaving my apartment... NO shower, NO getting dressed, NO doing anything but, doing NOTHING! WOOHOO!!!!
*Would you freakin' believe, it wasn't enough for me to go for a 4TH time for the same ONE damn root canal next week, but on top of that, the other day an old cap just FELL OUT for no goddamn reason??! So after the root canal I need TWO caps done?? So next week I have to (hopefully) finish the damn root canal, schedule an appt for the dentist for 2 caps, go to P/T three times, visit my PCP for the blood test results from today, visit some homes, research and sit through a live basketball draft (at least that's fun ), and God knows what else.
Shit, I'm rambling now. So be it! Today, I had a P/T appointment in the early afternoon, then went for a blood test, then went to my nephew's football game (he's quarterback on his freshman HS team) which was in my folks' town so then we all went back there for a pleasant evening -- and to celebrate my other nephew's (and godson's) 12th birthday which I can't believe to begin with...
Anyway... I'm sorry if I haven't been around much -- at least outside the Sports forum a few times. I've skimmed threads here and there, of course, but hopefully soon I'll be "back" enough to actually post more often.
And I invite anyone else interested to celebrate "GEOFFY DAY" tomorrow by doing absolutely anything they want to -- and preferably NOTHING at all!!!! Me? I'm starting NOW!!
Freakin' figures... my bitching about no time for myself, so I post that, with the plan to vegetate in front of the tube for, oh, 12 hours or so... lol... and 2 minutes later the FREAKIN' SITE GOES DOWN FOR 1.5 HRS SO I CAN'T!!
Of course! You can camp out in my basement and veg in front of the TV. I have a full bath and a microwave down there. You feel right at home down there, it's decorated in GF.
I feel bad for you. You deserve to take a day off. I don't blame you one bit. Although thankfully I don't have health issues, I have had a hell of a work year thus far. I won't go into detail, but I could both cry and go bullistic at the same time. So, I too want a "relaxing" day. Yet, I have to get an oil change on my car today, which is the only "must do". But damn, getting an oil change on a car for a woman, is NOT anywhere near fun. As you are wating you have your choice of sports on tv, sports or other boring books on the table for you to read and, the possiblity of the mechanic saying you also need a new "this" or "that" cha ching type thing. Not fun!!!
Oh, wah, wah, wah, Geoff!! BUCK UP!! Add a high-stress job that you hate, two teenagers, pets, laundry for four, and three and half baths that constantly need to be cleaned. Kwitcherbitchin!
And, btw, the pool needs to be closed for the season, so get your buns in gear.
Work cures all ills. He's whining?? Put him to work! That'll shut him up.
I can't wait to retire. After the year I'm having thus far, I may just finish out this school year, I don't know. Everyone says, "you'll get bored" "you'll wanna work." I say, "wanna bet?" If I feel like sitting on my ass, I will. If I feel like keeping busy, I'll do that too, BUT work is Not fun and I will find another kind of busy.
But yea, there are those who simply must work or do worklike things....Me, I'm not one of them.
Work cures all ills. He's whining?? Put him to work! That'll shut him up.
I can't wait to retire. After the year I'm having thus far, I may just finish out this school year, I don't know. Everyone says, "you'll get bored" "you'll wanna work." I say, "wanna bet?" If I feel like sitting on my ass, I will. If I feel like keeping busy, I'll do that too, BUT work is Not fun and I will find another kind of busy.
But yea, there are those who simply must work or do worklike things....Me, I'm not one of them.
TIS
I retired at 54 and my wife a year earlier. The first year was filled with alot of activity, then the drop-off. Yes, it did become boring. You can only play with the grandkids so much and there are only a certainamoutn of things you always wanted to do. So, I teach to help take up the time. Still, there's alot of timeleft over. So think twice about retiring especially if you are in good health. My wife stays pretty busy with the kids, grandkids, and traveling. But I look for things to do to occupy me. Don't retire because you are tired; do it because it's the right time to do so.
Good points, Olivant. I retired (actually took a withdrawal card) from the Teamsters as soon as I got my 25 years in. I'm only 49, so I decided to "freeze' my pension, by waiting until I'm at least 55 to collect, when it will be worth almost twice what it is now.
But that's neither here nor there. I manage to keep very busy by managing my properties; and being a "hands on" landlord. I travel as much as I can and really enjoy my life. Still, there are just days when I really miss "the grind."
Yes, they are good points Olivant and ones I definitely have heard. For me, this year, I lost a cousin, a former brother-in-law and almost lost a brother, all of whom are in my age group. I do NOT want to die working. I'm telling you, I'm diferrent than most. I WILL enjoy it.
Btw, I only wish I was retired now. I'd be doing campaign work here in CA for Obama campaign. I know that's only a temporary type thing, and certainly something most people don't want to do, but I would. Maybe in four years if all works out ad if I'm still around.
My big "day off" was nice! Slept 'til like Noon without guilt... got online and skimmed the BB, then skimmed my fantasy choices for the weekend... made my usual wrong picks in ESPN's Streak for the Cash game (I wish it just involved nudity and running, cuz otherwise I'm doing horribly!)... hell, not even sure what else, and don't even care! The idea was doing "nothing"! Oh yeah, searched online for properties -- the same old ones I've been seeing for weeks already. Tonight I watched "The Wire: Season 1: Disc 2", then the end of the BoSox/Rays game, and then the latest episode of Life on Mars on the DVR. And after a couple other random things ended up back here, where it all begins!
Coming from a guy who's been "working from home" for ten years.
Hey! It's difficult rolling out of bed in one room, then walking all the way to another room to sit all day!
As for pools, I grew up with a big inground pool that my brothers and I took care of. No, it wasn't necessarily "fun" vacuuming it on a hot summer day, but other than that it wasn't so bad.
You want a hard job? Try putting up those bigass party tents, swinging a sledge hammer into 3-foot metal spikes into the ground. That was the hardest job I ever had, working Summers at a friend-of-the-family's rental store in high school. I get tired just thinking about it now.
I didn't feel like this warranted its own thread, but I just read on Rolling Stone.com that Guns N Roses will release its new album, Chinese Democracy, next month. The album, more than a decade in the making, is the first new release of original material since 1991 for the group. In the long span that has elapsed, only one original member of the band from its 1987 debut album remains: singer Axl Rose.
To go back to the retirement theme! I was talking to a patient last night,a really nice guy who has to come in 3 times a week for dialysis. He has had all sorts of health problems and had to have one leg amputated below the knee! Through it all he has kept on at work but it has finally become to much for him and he is being forced into early retirement. He is only 50 and was telling me that he is dreading it. The only thing that has kept him focused through his problems has been work. "What am i going to do now?" he told me. "Sit in the house all day waiting for a fucking kidney?".
When he was telling me this i felt grateful to be fit and healthy and capable of going to work every day.
P.S. Only 27 and a half years to go till my retirement date
Retirement shoud give one choices. That's how I approached it. I teach now and that is my choice. I did some consulting work for awhile years ago, but decided it was more than I wanted to do. So, now only teaching. Plan it right and you'll have choices.
My Dad sent me a copy of his new will in the mail. Now I'm depressed.
Why, Miggie?
It's nice that he thinks of the future for his daughter.
It's not that PB, I just don't want to be reminded that one day he will be leaving this world.
When I was very young, I remember the day that my family first installed a smoke detector in the house (Nope, they weren't always mandatory). But that gave me a fear for a while that the house was going to burn down.
My daughter is turning 11 on Friday. So, she's having a sleep-over party at our house with about a dozen of her friends. My sons will be going out to the high school football game, and my wife will be going out with friends as well, leaving me with a houseful of 5th grade girls.
My daughter is planning a lot of things to do, one of which is to take a late night walk through a wooded nature trail right behind the house.
I planned a little fun of my own. Let's just say I have a place to hide near the trail. I also have a hood, a hockey mask and a chain saw.
Klyd, you and Mr. Babe would definitely get along well. His favorite thing to do on Halloween was to dress in a rubber mask, work boots, jeans and a flannel shirt. Then he would sit perfectly still by the front door with a big bowl of candy. Most kids weren't sure if he was a mannequin or not. Boys (mostly) would get brave and start boasting about stealing all the candy as they approached him. The minute their hands went into the bowl, he would stand up and say, "Would you like some candy?" and they would run shrieking into the night.
It was amazing how the kids fell for it three years in a row.
Klyd, you and Mr. Babe would definitely get along well. His favorite thing to do on Halloween was to dress in a rubber mask, work boots, jeans and a flannel shirt. Then he would sit perfectly still by the front door with a big bowl of candy. Most kids weren't sure if he was a mannequin or not. Boys (mostly) would get brave and start boasting about stealing all the candy as they approached him. The minute their hands went into the bowl, he would stand up and say, "Would you like some candy?" and they would run shrieking into the night.
It was amazing how the kids fell for it three years in a row.
Wow! My old roomate did the same thing, except the second year we made a dummy in the same outfit that sat there and a few kids remembered so when they walked up all cocky because they knew the joke, my roomate stepped up behind them from behind the bushes. It was hilarious. Halloween is my favorite holiday.
Klyd, you and Mr. Babe would definitely get along well. His favorite thing to do on Halloween was to dress in a rubber mask, work boots, jeans and a flannel shirt. Then he would sit perfectly still by the front door with a big bowl of candy. Most kids weren't sure if he was a mannequin or not. Boys (mostly) would get brave and start boasting about stealing all the candy as they approached him. The minute their hands went into the bowl, he would stand up and say, "Would you like some candy?" and they would run shrieking into the night.
It was amazing how the kids fell for it three years in a row.
The Col's dad use to do the same thing before he got sick. That reminds me I need to rake up some of the leaves in the yard and make a dummy for the front porch.
My daughter is turning 11 on Friday. So, she's having a sleep-over party at our house with about a dozen of her friends. My sons will be going out to the high school football game, and my wife will be going out with friends as well, leaving me with a houseful of 5th grade girls.
My daughter is planning a lot of things to do, one of which is to take a late night walk through a wooded nature trail right behind the house.
I planned a little fun of my own. Let's just say I have a place to hide near the trail. I also have a hood, a hockey mask and a chain saw.
Kld, be very careful. Things are different these days and an innocent prank like you are contemplating could end up deleting you from the Board. if you want toscare the kids, do it when they return. But to tell you the truth, I wouldn't let them go in the first place. Maybe you ought to go with them.
I'm fine thanks. I know you mentioned you might be forced to leave the BB for a while. I'm happy to see you back and hope you and your family are doing well.
Not to make you all jealous or anything, BUT I will be going to my grandaughter's Halloween festival at her preschool. I guess everyone is bringing something. She will be decorating a cake. I look forward to it.
Btw, just because I seem to be owning the BB this morning, posting like there is no tomorrow
Let me tell you guys. Wheneve I ring the doorbell at my daughter's house, I peek in the window...all three kids see me and you wouldn't believe the reception I get. "Grandma's here, "it's grandman", as all three run down the steps anxious to open the door. I tell my daughter that I feel like a Rock Star. Ha ha ha....Sweet little things...they're so young and no not what they do. I cherish every moment, because how long can this last hu??? I think I'll make a journal maring all these adorable things because before you know it, it'll be "Ho hum...grandma's here."
So, is everyone ready for Halloween? It's on a Friday this year, so it's perfect for a Halloween dress-up party. I'm not going to, nor am I invited to a party, but still it is on the perfect day.
Remember..Trick or treat, smell my feet. Give me something good to eat." My grandkids laugh when I say that. Ha ha...such a stale joke new to the youngsters.
Gosh, I remember going to houses where the owners had to leave or weren't gonna be home for the evening, and they'd leave a bowl of candy on the porch. Man, that's trusting isn't it?
On the other hand, I remember some years we'd wake up to our pumpkins thrown and smashed in the middle of the street. (smashing pumpkins)
We went to a Halloween party 2 weeks ago. My son wants to be a gangster this year so I found him a gangster costume.
TIS I remember the next day after Trick or Treating we would wake up and have smashed pumpkins in the street and some houses in the neighborhood would get tp'd. Those were the days!!
My younger daughter's friends are coming over after school and they'll hit up the neighborhood around 5 or so. My daughter, who just turned 14, bought a Gothic Nymph costume and she looked rather grown-up and sophisticated in it, which immediately depressed me.
Halloween where I'm from ends up being chaos. Fights, stabbings all kinds of random stupid shit.
Parents don't really let their kids go out on the city streets. I'm not sure what it's like in the outta city burbs though, Probably a lot more chilled.
He did'nt get to London till late on and got to Wembley later than me. We had been texting each other all day,but by the time he got to the stadium the battery had gone on his phone and we could'nt sort out a meet....
Mrs Yogi has given up reminding me about things. As she says my nose is either stuck in a book or the lap top,or aimed at the TV....and i am not listening to a word she is saying
So when the time comes that i forget about something and i moan to her she reminds me that she "already f--kin told me and its my own f--kin fault that i f--kin forgot".
Buongornio Strangers, As you all have noticed I haven't been on in a few weeks, because, the same day we came back to our house... they shut off out cable and internet, I am at a friends house so I can catch youse guys up, I will be on for an undetermened amount of time, so catch me while you can
Blibble, your avatar looks more colorful now. Did your avatar have a cap before? It is bothering me to no end As I have zero sports knowledge, I have no idea who they are though....
Haha, the Warriors are a basketball team. I used this avatar before over a year ago and thought I would dust it off and get into the spirit of things since the basketball season just started.
I just bought tickets for "Jersey Boys", $540 for 4 tickets. Mezzanine, Row 2, 3rd-6th seat. It'll be a Christmas present for my wife, daughter, son-in-law. January 31 matinee. Anyone see it?
I just bought tickets for "Jersey Boys", $540 for 4 tickets. Mezzanine, Row 2, 3rd-6th seat. It'll be a Christmas present for my wife, daughter, son-in-law. January 31 matinee. Anyone see it?
MC, I saw it a couple years ago when I was in NY. I loved it. The case was great, the songs were great and it was very entertaining, especially if you like the Four Seasons.
I paid approximately $90 something (just short of $100) for one ticket. I was on the main floor maybe the 20th row or so. I thought it was a pretty good seat.
I'll have to explain later... but at least the video is done (within 8 hrs of my last shoot). It's not my usual A+, but at least a B I hope. I'll find out in a few hours from about 1500 teenage critics! lol
I'll have to explain later... but at least the video is done (within 8 hrs of my last shoot). It's not my usual A+, but at least a B I hope. I'll find out in a few hours from about 1500 teenage critics! lol
Gotta be at the pep rally tomorrow, so... 'night!
Video, pep rally? 1500 teenage critics? I must have missed something. Are you video taping a teenage pep rally?? You have been kind of scarce lately.
It was bonfire Night in the UK yesterday. A time for bonfires(obviously) and millions of firework displays! Every kids dream,every firefighters nightmare!
Last week a company representing Nike contacted me out of the blue to see if I was able to film my old high school's football team practices and edit together a short video, with player interviews, for their pep rally yesterday before their huge rivalry game on Friday. Apparently Nike has been doing this nationwide, and the people I worked with had been "on tour" for like 3 months. Cool stuff, especially since it was at my old stomping grounds - and they didn't even know I went there!
It was pretty surreal walking those halls again. Nothing's really changed except the year after I graduated they had moved the cafeteria (creating an art wing or something) and enhancing the gym area. I even ran into a couple teachers I had in the 80s! It was a lot of fun (and certainly different than filming weddings), and the 6-minute video was shown at the 2 pep rallies yesterday. Not my best work -- I had to do it the night before, and was up 'til 4am -- but it seemed to go over pretty well in front of the entire student body.
I volunteered to film the 2 pep rallies as well, since Nike wants to see how it went. Anyway, that's why I haven't been around much the past week! And that should explain the couple seemingly cryptic posts I've made about it.
Will we be able to see the film or does someone else own the rights?
It's not really for public viewing since there were no release forms signed by the students, nor does it really belong to me... but maybe one day I'll do a short demo version...
That sounds like a fun assignment Geoff. Did your former teachers remember you? Gosh, remember pep rallies?
When I was in school, pep rallies meant either 1) Hey, no class this period! -or- 2) Hey, I'm going home early!
I mentioned to the principal that I recognized my old history teacher who had entered the library, so he went in after him. I'm like, oy, that's not what I meant! lol But he came out and seemed to remember me, and held like a 5 minute conversation and all, so maybe he did. He looked exactly the same, too! We used to make fun of him, thinking he had a toupee or something. And OMG, this guy's hair in the front was HUGE the other day, I have no idea WTF is going on there! haha
Anywho - today was The Big Game. They actually hired me again for more video coverage, which was cool, cuz I got an All Access pass -- I was right on the sidelines for half the game with the team and coaches! Unfortunately my alma mater lost 20-6, but it was a lot of fun regardless. I also got to rub elbows with the hosts on MaxPreps (CBS Sports) who cover high school sports -- this game was their national feature of the week, and their site should be updated soon enough w/ their own video and all.
But what a feeling it is to have 100s of people looking at YOU and cheering and screaming! Just put a video camera in your hand and a pass around your neck, pump your fists, and you'll get more cheers than any cheerleaders could ever evoke! lol Number One question of the night: "Are we on TV right now?" lol
As for Nike, they're great. The first day I wore my (very comfy) Converse cuz my Nikes just aren't all that comfortable to me. The next two days I did wear my Nikes and I mentioned "hey, I normally don't wear these - my Converse are so much more comfortable on me" and the guy said no problem, Nike bought out Converse a few years ago, so no problem! Sweet. I wore the Converse tonight! Anyway, I was hired to film the NIKEiD. booths -- they allow people to customize their sneaker colors... pretty cool, and it seemed pretty popular.
Hopefully next year they'll be back in town, cuz this past week was a blast!
Myself, I like butter and jelly, but has to be grape or blueberry jelly. I don't like marmalade, apple. Also I love peanut butter on toast, but not jelly with the PB. Go figure.
Myself, I like butter and jelly, but has to be grape or blueberry jelly. I don't like marmalade, apple. Also I love peanut butter on toast, but not jelly with the PB. Go figure.
You too Santino??? Ha ha...man, I must be a day late and a dollar short, cause I can't quite imagine the combination. (I've lived such a sheltered life)
You too Santino??? Ha ha...man, I must be a day late and a dollar short, cause I can't quite imagine the combination. (I've lived such a sheltered life)
TIS
it is hard to explain how it tastes, you gotta try it
Cream cheese on a bagel is delicious, but NOT with Jelly. The only thing appropriate on a bagel with cream cheese is either chives, scallions or lox.
Cream cheese and grape jelly (note that it must be GRAPE jelly) is wonderful together, but only on squishy white bread, like Wonder or maybe Arnold Country White.
Peanut Butter is great on toast and even better on a toasted English Muffin. However, it must be spread on the toast immediately upon removal from the toaster so that it gets all melty (same rule applies for butter).
There are very strict food rules, PB, and they are NOT to be messed with!
Just remember, it's Paxil with peanut butter, Wellbutrin with Wonder Bread.
When I'm having eggs or an omelette out, I always order rye toast, and don't use the jelly. I like jelly or marmalade on toast, but not with eggs.
I like the Arnold Country White bread, but prefer their oat nut bread or wheat for peanut butter. I know what you mean about the "squishy" bread being good though.
Today, for some reason, I decided to organize old pictures, momentos and such. Fortunately when I move to my condo, I got rid of a lot of junk.
Now, in anticipation of retiring (hopefully soon), I'm at a point where I want to throw away things I don't use and sort things I want saved for my kids and grandkids.
One of my very old photo albums from when I was a kid and got a camera for Christmas was literally falling apart. I took all the pictures out, as the pages of the album literally cracked/snapped apart. I'll get another album for those memories (all black and white). I saved of course personal events and experiences like memorable concerts I attended, my parents picture from the newspaper when they celebrated 50 years of marriage; and my cousin's Ordination whih was the first and only ordination I had ever been to.
At the very end of the album I found pictures I had collected of a series of JFK photos which, if I'm not mistaken came from Bazooka bubblegum during the early sixties (like they did with baseball cards, for those who remember). I peeled those off and am storing them along with several what I think my be historic newspaper articles (i.e. Elvis's death, JFK Assassination; John Lennon's murder; 911 WTC attack, newspaper from Jan. 1, 2000; and the latest of the Obama Presidency win.
I took SC's advice and got one of those vacuum seald bags and a plastic container to put it it. I just wish I would have taken better care of some of the older articles which are pretty yellow and antique looking.
That sounds like a fun way to spend the day, TIS. There's nothing nicer than looking at stuff like that.
My dad saved the Life (or was it Look) magazine, with all the pictures of the first moon walk. It's not just the historic moment, but the memories of what you were doing, who you were with when it happened.
Yes,it's been fun and nostalgic and as in certain cases, some items/pictures brought either happy/sad tears to my eyes and sparked ancient memories.
Some things, like pictures I saved and have no idea who they are; or pictures that are so blurry and show nothing significant you wonder why you held on to them, were easy to get rid of. Some stuff though, I had a hard time deciding? (like old report cards, wedding invitations, souveneirs. Why would I want to keep them?)I made a "junk" pile and a "perhaps" pile and sort of compromised with myself on what to keep and what not to keep. I think I condensed it nicely and took my time keeping the right stuff.
Yea SB you are right about the memories in the cases of certain events. Sometimes one event in history (or even a personal historic event) will spark a great number of memories of an entire era. All I can say is thank God for memories(needless to say the good memores especially). They will always be yours and yours alone. They can never be taken from you.
Before he died, my dad converted all the 8mm films he took of the family when we were growing up to video with a music in the background. It's so nice to watch them from time to time. I can't believe how skinny I was.
My parents did that as well. However, no music or extras at all. All the 8mms were merely transferred to VHS, which is great compared to using a movie projector. Remember those? Now, I don't own a VHS and I have to transfer a DVD. Btw, I still have the 8mm in the closet but what good are they right? I should just dump them.
I also got to rub elbows with the hosts on MaxPreps (CBS Sports) who cover high school sports -- this game was their national feature of the week, and their site should be updated soon enough w/ their own video and all.
MaxPreps has posted their Game Preview and Game Recap videos -- the first shows the pep rally I filmed at my alma mater (South), the second gameday footage, but I didn't notice myself in either one during the first watch through...
MaxPreps has posted their Game Preview and Game Recap videos -- the first shows the pep rally I filmed at my alma mater (South), the second gameday footage, but I didn't notice myself in either one during the first watch through...
A real don doesn't seek publicity. A real don, like Barzini, would have smashed the camera if his picture was taken.
Talking of Don Trump i see he has been given the go ahead to build a massive golf club,leisure type place in Scotland. He says it will be the biggest and best in the world. Does he have any idea what the weather is like on the north east coast of Scotland? It rains heavily and blows a hurricane constantly,even in summer
I love it when my boss calls in the morning and asks if I would like to take the day off. Even though I need the money and need to work, I couldn't stop myself from saying yes! I'm going enjoy being lazy today and catch up on some movies or episodes of The Wire!
I love it when my boss calls in the morning and asks if I would like to take the day off. Even though I need the money and need to work, I couldn't stop myself from saying yes! I'm going enjoy being lazy today and catch up on some movies or episodes of The Wire!
Blib
I don't blame you. I call those days "mental health" days. Sometimes, you just gotta do it, for your own well-being.
I just don't get it... I sent a pkg FedEx Priorty Overnight from NJ to NY:
Nov 10, 2008
2:39 PM Picked up TOMS RIVER, NJ 7:49 PM Left FedEx origin facility LAKEWOOD, NJ 9:02 PM Departed FedEx location NEWARK, NJ
Nov 11, 2008
12:10 AM Arrived at FedEx location MEMPHIS, TN 4:18 AM Departed FedEx location MEMPHIS, TN 7:09 AM At dest sort facility CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 8:07 AM At local FedEx facility CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 8:30 AM On FedEx vehicle for delivery CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 9:59 AM Delivered
What??
I guess it doesn't matter how they do it since the job gets done -- and it's pretty amazing, actually! Just seems to be a bit of a waste to me! lol
Or maybe Tennessee is way off. Cuz for UPS, it keeps telling me I live an hour away from where I actually live, despite the pkgs always being here and not there.
FedEx was the largest client for my former company. We actually had to watch a film about FedEx and its founder Fred Smith. He actually did keep the company going on winnings from gambling when the banks wouldn't extend his credit. And he conceived the company in a college paper, and was told by the professor that it was bound for failure because he insisted that every single package be routed through the company's hub in Memphis, TN.
I don't know if this is true today, since the company has grown so much, but at one point, even if you were sending an overnight package to someone on the other side of Toms River, the package would still have gone through Memphis.
A few years ago, I sent my parents something really special for Christmas (though no overnight). I kept tracking the order and it was more or less the same thing. It seemed to have stopped in many different places before it was delivered. Not the route I would have gone, but like you say, at least it got there within three days.
Lower East Side I think of Little Italy, Chinatown, the Bowery... With the Village, Bohemia, basically.
Upper West Side I consider money. Big money. Donald Trump and shit. lol
Yeah, pretty much, Geoffy. The upper west side has gotten very pricey over the last few years. Actually, the apartment values on the upper west side out priced the apartments on the upper east side last year for the first time ever. However, the west side still seems much more relaxed. The locals much more "artsy," a bit like Greenwich Village.
Speaking of Greenwich Village, Geoffy: Don't forget that most of the village is on the west side. Although, over the years, realtors did start referring to the whole area that you mentioned (the Bowery, Soho, etc...) as the "East Village."
Regardless of what you call them, ALL of these neighborhoods have gotten very expensive since the Dinkins era (the worst mayor of my lifetime). Like him or not---and I can't stand him as a person---Rudy Giuliani's 8 year crusade on this city left it much safer, much trendier, and both the property values and rents have exploded.
I'm not sure if there's another city in the world where some people are willing to pay almost $3,000 a month for a one bedroom (on average) and think it reasonable.
Hey guys, check this out. You've to wait for it to load but it analyzes your browser's history to determine your gender. And as we all are confused about that until now, you may find your answer here. It turns out there is a 58% chance that I'm a dude.
Afs, that analysis is VERY inaccurate! I'm certainly not 100% female!! (Wait, let me double-check that... yup! I'm not a female!) It didn't seem to notice all the sports sites I visit daily... and it doesn't look at porn sites (not that I visit any ) I noticed quite a few realty and home improvement sites on my list -- that shouldn't mean anything!
Afs, that analysis is VERY inaccurate! I'm certainly not 100% female!! (Wait, let me double-check that... yup! I'm not a female!) It didn't seem to notice all the sports sites I visit daily... and it doesn't look at porn sites (not that I visit any ) I noticed quite a few realty and home improvement sites on my list -- that shouldn't mean anything!
HA-HA! JG's a giiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiirrrrrrrrrrrrl!
Hey guys, check this out. You've to wait for it to load but it analyzes your browser's history to determine your gender. And as we all are confused about that until now, you may find your answer here. It turns out there is a 58% chance that I'm a dude.
Afs, that analysis is VERY inaccurate! I'm certainly not 100% female!! (Wait, let me double-check that... yup! I'm not a female!) It didn't seem to notice all the sports sites I visit daily... and it doesn't look at porn sites (not that I visit any ) I noticed quite a few realty and home improvement sites on my list -- that shouldn't mean anything!
Don't worry JG, I surely have enough man for both of us.
Well, that was an empty threat, cause you know, we'll always have this married like back and forth chatter, but you also lost me with this comment of "I typed it somewhere else(!?)" Where? What? You lost me there!
No, I said "I had typed something else"... meaning I typed something about being on bottom (lol) then erased it, and then typed "I had typed something else" cuz I didn't wanna type it "here"
And I've said, if you get to Costa Rica, we'll have a nice vacation!
Wow, this fire in L.A. started Friday and is really causing damage. It is in L.A. I am about 50 miles from L.A. To give you an idea, going north to south county-wise: L.A. Orange, Riverside. I am in Riverside (on the Riv. OC border)
When I was coming back from my daughters house, I saw a big cloud of smoke in the distance. Not only that, my son in law works in O.C. and they reported that the 91 Freeway (along with other possible routes) are closed due to the fire. My daughter is babysitting for a friend who called from O.C. and said she didn't know how she would get home because of the freeway closure too. Now, the Santa Ana winds kick up and that makes matters so much worse. Gov. Schwartzenegger has declared a state of emergency.
I am not in any personal danger, but I feel for all those who are affected (even Oprah, as I hear it's in her neighborhood).
Yes, she is really the only one I know that is in that area. I don't know what part o L.A. she is in, but surely she would be more in the danger area. I think she was in Sanat Monica if I'm not mistaken.
Ok, real quick. I am picking up very small tokens for people I don't usually buy gifts for. I decided on keychains. My brother-in-law is an avid hunter (especially deer). I really wanted something in that line. Anyway, I think this is hilarious. To any hunters, and/or anyone else, do you find this amusing, cause I do. Or, would it be a bad omen of sorts. Mig, I know you hunt as does Iceman.
Ok, real quick. I am picking up very small tokens for people I don't usually buy gifts for. I decided on keychains. My brother-in-law is an avid hunter (especially deer). I really wanted something in that line. Anyway, I think this is hilarious. To any hunters, and/or anyone else, do you find this amusing, cause I do. Or, would it be a bad omen of sorts. Mig, I know you hunt as does Iceman.
[quote=olivant]I'm all male except for those occasional friday nights when I'm at the Holiday Inn in fishnet hose and singing show tunes as Miss Phyllis McIntyre.
Holy Christ, that was YOU? ou owe me $42.75 for all those apple martinis, fella.
Yeah, but you owe him $50 for all those lap dances.
Holy Crap!!! I've been watching Lifetime right? My friend calls and asks if I'm okay. I say yea, why? She said there is a big fire in my area (her son lives in OC about 8/9 miles from me). She said her son was evacuated because there was a big fire. I did hear fire trucks, and there were quite a few, but it is no real unsual. Yet, I should have paid more attention.
I walked outside, and saw no flames but do smell smoke. I will keep better tabs on this fire for sure. I thought it was only in the L.A. area. God, do I feel dumb.
I am continuing to go outside to monitor the situation. I am debating if I want to get in my car and drive down the road a bit to see if I see the flames.
My son-in-low who manages the Ralph's grocery store in Fullerton had to find another route. He still isn't home, having to go way out of his way because the freeway is closed.
SB, all you have to do is find something to tempt your kids away so that you can have the computer to yourself.
Hmm, but what's more interesting than the Internet...?
Classes are going well, and I'm really enjoying myself. My latest addiction is pool and ping-pong, which I've been playing in the dorm when I have free time.
Ah, in my college days it was foosball. My husband and I would play for hours. Glad you're enjoying your classes, and glad to have you back here right now. You're always missed.
Oh gosh, I'll have to get you to post some foosball tips someday, because I certainly suck at that game!
Well, even when I get around the guys who are so good at ping-pong, I feel pretty inadequate, but I'm slowly learning from my friend. Although I'm getting the feeling he only agrees to play me so he can practice his spin and slice moves, as I foolishly swipe at the ball.
Did somebody mention foosball? In case nobody ever reads my profile, I've always been a "Rockem Sockem Robot Champ and part time Foosballer." Or, as they call me on the streets "Foosbrawler".
Yeah.
I have a foosball table in the garage and regularly beat the kids and all their friends in the neighborhood with just my left hand. It's so much fun! They always want to challenge me. I love going from "some old guy" (old in their eyes ) to "Hey, that guy will kick your ass in foosball!"
SB1! I was wondering where the hell you've been! You might want to remind some littler people that "whoever bought the computer owns the computer" ...and I'm glad you haven't eaten Mexican lately.
Gina!! So glad to see you pop in, we all really do miss you when your posts are weeks/months apart! But glad to hear you're doing well. Sorry I can't help with the foosball, but I'm not too bad at billiards, at least at one point I was okay. Ping pong, well, I'm no Forrest Gump or anything... lol
TIS! I wish you and yours well -- including any other BBers out that way! Wow, I have no idea what I'd do if I was threated by a fire like that!
I am continuing to go outside to monitor the situation. I am debating if I want to get in my car and drive down the road a bit to see if I see the flames.
My son-in-low who manages the Ralph's grocery store in Fullerton had to find another route. He still isn't home, having to go way out of his way because the freeway is closed.
Wow!!!!
TIS
Its been crazy, for sure, TIS.
This whole wild fire business is new to me, having only been a Califorinicator since February. I looked out my bedroom window at about 2 p.m. yesterday and saw the giant plumes of smoke billowing from the mountains. It was surreal watching the news, and seeing the devastation unfold with my own eyes all at the same time.
The Brea fire is closest to me, but the Anaheim one is a little close for comfort, too. The smell of smoke is almost unbearable. It looks like we're getting snow flurries with the bits of ash falling. Here's hoping the Santa Anas don't blow any fire embers my way.
Thank God you and yours are ok, TIS. We're good on my end, too.
updated 11:18 a.m. CT, Sun., Nov. 16, 2008 NEW YORK - Here's another reason not to smoke, if you're a woman: PMS.
Women 27 to 44 years old who smoke are twice as likely to develop premenstrual syndrome over the next two to four years, especially hormonally-related symptoms like backaches, bloating, breast tenderness and acne, Dr. Elizabeth R. Bertone-Johnson of the University of Massachusetts in Amherst and her colleagues found.
Gina!! So glad to see you pop in, we all really do miss you when your posts are weeks/months apart! But glad to hear you're doing well. Sorry I can't help with the foosball, but I'm not too bad at billiards, at least at one point I was okay. Ping pong, well, I'm no Forrest Gump or anything... lol
Thanks, Geoff, and I'll try to stop in more often.
I've really become an eccentric night owl in college, so I'll end up playing at all odd hours of the night. If I can't find a ping-pong partner, I play pool alone to at least get some practice...of course, then when I actually play someone, it never pays off. Oh, but you're right, Forrest Gump could definitely show me some pointers, huh? haha
Not much snow so far, but the roads are icy as hell. Got stuck behind a jacknifed Semi for awhile and saw another semi that had hit the median on the other side of the road taking my wife's friend home from work.
Man, try and get a job when you're an Ex Felon who's been in Prison. Hard enough getting a Job in my country when you're on the straight and narrow your whole life.
For me, I fill out an application then when it get to the part of "Have you ever been convicted of an offense blah etc" I know I have no chance. "They" say they send Humans to cages to "Rehabilitate" them, But when they've "Paid their Debt" to society and have been "Rehabilitated" (In whatever sense they think it means) it ain't good enough. No wonder the prison system is a "Revolving door". What other choice to some people have?
LN, It's really hard right now. I've been offered two jobs, only to have the economy screw with their businesses so badly that they had to rescind the offers. I also had a deal fall through yesterday after 4 months of negotiations. The client's accountant told him to hold off on expansion for at least a year. I couldn't even disagree with him.
This economy is going to screw with us for a long time to come. In the meantime, SC is right. It's a matter of percentages. The more you look, the more applications you fill out, the closer you will be.
The MTA (Metropolitan Transit Authority) just layed off 1,500 city workers here in New York. Things are certainly tough all over, but you really have to keep your chin up and just keep punching, LN.
Meteorologist Bill Wilson of the National Weather Service says Valparaiso recorded 7.4 inches of snow between 8 p.m. Monday and 6 a.m. today, with more on the way. He said some areas could expect totals of 5 to 10 inches by midday.
Does anyone else get next week off? Just about 5 years ago they started giving us the Wed before Thanksgiving off, along with the Fri. after. About two years ago, they took at least one other school holiday (Amissions Day I think) away and gave us the entire week of Thanksgiving off. I love it. Then, I go back for 3 weeks, and get 3 off. I can dig it!!! The advantage of working for a school.
We have off Thursday and Friday. I took a day off on Wednesday, since I'm having 12 for Thanksgiving. Actually, I'm having 7, since we're 5, but I'm cooking for 12.
Thanks guys and gals, and those in between (Geoff)!
I seem to do well in interviews. I used to go to career fairs at ISU and talk with representatives from different companies about internships and whatnot. It was really a great experience to go around and meet a bunch of people like that at once and it really helps for interviews. You had to be dressed up, shake a lot of hands, pass out resumes, and talk to potential employers.
I don't want to start up a new thread on this because it's been discussed to death BUT I wrote out a check and noticed the date: NOV. 22......after all these years and years and years, I think back Nov. 22, 1963....I was in 10th grade, 5th period English class with Mrs. Bergstrom when they announced tht JFK was killed. This event remains so vividly in my mind.
I don't want to start up a new thread on this because it's been discussed to death BUT I wrote out a check and noticed the date: NOV. 22......after all these years and years and years, I think back Nov. 22, 1963....I was in 10th grade, 5th period English class with Mrs. Bergstrom when they announced tht JFK was killed. This event remains so vividly in my mind.
I think all of us over 50 will always remember where we were and the circumstances when we heard the news that JFK was killed.
Like you, TIS, I was in school. It was the class right after lunch (Spanish) and one of the other Spanish teachers came running in and shouted something to our teacher in Spanish. It was then that our teacher translated for us and about a minute later the principal made an announcement on the school p.a. for all students to return to their homerooms. We were let out early, and I walked home crying.
On the way home I passed a store that sold tv's, and in those days they used to line up about ten tv's in the windows, each showing how good the picture looked. All the sets were tuned to CBS and I saw (but couldn't hear) Walter Cronkite on air announcing that JFK was dead. There was a crowd of people around the store window and everybody just stood there silently, some crying.
Here's a clip that I don't remember seeing. It's Dallas station breaking into the program live as the assassination happened. It goes on into an interview with Zapruder, who captured the assassination on his 8 mm film. He never kept a copy of the film he took.
On a lighter note, look how different broadcasts were then? Old fashioned telephones, smoking at the desk...just bare necessities, nothing high tech.
Technology is slowly making mincemeat out of JFK assassination conspiracy theories. There was a recent documentary that showed how precise replicas of JFK's skull had been shot at from all angles. The one that would have been shot from the grassy knoll would have come out the other side of the President's skull and struck Jackie.
TIS, I remember seeing reruns of that Zapruder interview. I also have a tape of the news reports of the assassination that one of my students gave me.
You Easterners (SC,DC,Geoff, etc) ever hear of a radio show called "Car Talk"? I think it originates from Mass. but I'm not quite sure. It's on NPR evey Saturday. They give advice on all kinds of car problems and how to fix it type things.
Anyway, I've never seen these two guys (I think they're brothers). They are actually very funny. I love their accents. Everytime I hear them I think of the BB One of the guys for some reason reminds me of DC and together SC/DC (sounds like AC/DC). They kind of make the show fun. Believe me, for me to listen to anything about car repair, it has to be halfway good.
OMG! That's it. Play the short little clip and listen to them. They make me laugh. Actually I don't listen on-line. When I'm driving to my daughters' it's usually on.
For instance, they may have someone call in from hicktown USA saying he/she had a 2000...whatever car......They'd say something like, "first of all why in the world would you buy a ...." and the way they say it is funny and nobody is insulted.
I find when it's on, I use to turn the channel cause I hate those kinds of programs, but these guys grow on you. And, if I'm not mistaken, I think they are Italian (always a plus)
Wow, we recently just passed the half-million post mark! (500169 right now, though we really passed it much earlier since I used to have to delete old posts to make room)
I'm in the process of deleting 2000 emails from my university account. Jeez. I kept a few like an 8 page paper on luck vs. skill in poker I wrote a few years ago and stories I've written and whatnot...
an 8 page paper on luck vs. skill in poker I wrote
I'd love to read that, actually.
Seems wordy, though. It pretty much boils down to this: You can only go so far w/ poker skill, but luck can make or break anyone.
It's pretty repetitive, I could have done a much better job on it.
Originally Posted By: Longneck
Poker is a game about people, anyone that tells you that it’s about cards either doesn’t know much about it, or they play limit games. A limit game can be about the cards, but in a no limit game it’s all about people. The cards are just a small factor, much in the way that luck is only a small factor when it comes to poker. A person can have a great advantage if they are able to tell what each person holds by the way they act and the tells they give off. Knowing when to hold em and when to fold em, as the song says, can be very valuable. But even so, like in life, you can do everything right and everything still goes wrong.
I needed to explain better that this is throughout the long term.
Originally Posted By: Longneck
The subject of poker is nearly endless. That is what makes it such a fun and exciting game. The possibilities are endless when it comes to strategy, unlike chess or other games treated as skill games instead of games of chance. Poker has exploded into the mainstream and has a newfound popularity. With the complexities of the game, poker can be challenging and competitive. The sense of competition is what drives many people to try to become the best. Calling poker a game of luck is an insult to people who work hard to become a great player. Professional poker players wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t about more than just luck.
I love vacations. Weather is cooling off here (righ now in high 30's..cold for CA) It's suppose to rain tomorrow and I hope it does. I love the rain, especially if I don't have to drive in it.
I had a dream that a bunch of us were together and that we were having dinner at Geoff's. JG, you lived in an apartment in a two family home and had a rather large kitchen. You were all smoking, too, which made me very jealous.
There were boxes of pizza on the counter, I guess as an appetizer, and you were making ravioli in an alfredo sauce for dinner. I just remember diving into the pizza because I was STARVING.
I had a dream that a bunch of us were together and that we were having dinner at Geoff's. JG, you lived in an apartment in a two family home...
Well, I think that's all great except the apartment part: I'm trying to get out of mine! If I get the house I want, y'all are invited for pizza and ravioli - but smokers will be out in the garage or deck.
It was so nice to see everyone. It's weird, because before I met anyone from here, if I had a dream about the BB, you all looked like your avatars (yes, a walking, talking Waldo). Now that I've met some, or seen pictures of others, that's no longer true.
House prices here have totally taken a dive. The 2/2 home I sold for almost 300,000 is now foreclosed and they are asking 76,500. Can you freekin' believe it? I laughed at the fact that I sold the dump (not really a dump, but for that price). I knew it was ridiculous, but that's what it appraised at. Fortunately, unlike most people, I moved "down" in terms of space. I just had to think of "me." Therefore, I think I was smart to put a large sum down and have a lower payment on my condo, which btw, is in a very desirable area. I am at least not upside down on my mortgage.
I am in a condo (apartment conversion to condo) and I love it. It is absolutely for me. I hate yard work and outside maintenace type thing. This was a good move on my part.
TIS, I know what you mean. The folks on my corner just sold their house after having it on the market for 13 months. The house sold for about $200,000 less than comparable homes 18-24 months ago. Luckily, they had bought it 7 years ago, so they were okay with having to drop the price. They probably didn't make any money, but at least they didn't sell it for less than they bought it.
I had a dream last night, I was going to jail and you had to empty your pockets and put your money in a different slot that the rest of it. You then had to say your name and where you're from and I screwed it up and said Indiana, Valparaiso. Then I forgot to put my wallet in the slot with the other stuff and I opened it and it had a swiss army knife in it. I gave it to this official guy and he put it up on a shelf.
I went to the other part and saw a popcorn machine and some friends of mine I haven't seen in awhile. We shook hands and talked. It looked like a restaurant in there. Dark, booths. I said "What's everyone bitching about, it's pretty nice in here!" Flat screen TVs and and everything.
And then my alarm went off and I got ready for my job interview.
It went well, but she may not hire anyone until January. She said she would call other stores in the district to see if they needed someone.
Come to Indiana for Thanksgiving, get a free meal!
Quote:
November 22, 2008 Post-Tribune staff report Round the Clock is offering free Thanksgiving meals next week, continuing a tradition going back nearly 30 years.
This year's meal will be served from 2-5 p.m. Wednesday at the restaurant, 217 E. Lincolnway in Valparaiso.
Last year's event took place at the Round the Clock in Chesterton. Over the past four years, restaurant management rotates the free-meal events between Chesterton and Valparaiso.
Owner Dino Christodoulakis started the tradition.
Originally, the free meals served the elderly and those who had no place to go on the holiday. Over the years, the event evolved to serve the general public as a way to thank customers.
Last year at Chesterton, more than 650 people were served. Restaurant managers are expecting a record turnout this year due to the tough economy.
Attendees will have a choice of turkey or ham dinner, soup or salad, coffee or a cold beverage, and a slice of pumpkin pie.
Seating is first-come, first-served. Early seating and reservations will not be available and carry out is not allowed.
Crap. I guess that "2007" on my inspection sticker is the expiration date, not the last-inspected date. I just checked online and my car hasn't been inspected since Jan 2005. ...I thought it seemed like a while.
But at least this year I put my new insurance card right into my wallet instead of driving around without it for 2 months before I found it under a pile of papers!!
Edit: Holy shit, WTF is my problem??!!! I just looked at my registration card it is expired last June!! WTF??! C'mon, I know I renewed it! I think. I really need a secretary or soemthing.
Edit 2: Dammit. I just called the DMV and it is expired. I have to go in person to renew it as it's been more than 3 months.
Gee Geoff, you must have a lot on your mind. You'll do real well when you're my age. What is an inspection sticker???? A smog inspection?? I always immediately put the DMV/Ins. renewals in my car/wallet. If I set them down, I'd probably forget too.
Hey, you need a secretary, that's what I do. I'd expect paid airfare, luxury apartment and an all-expense paid credit card (all at your expense of course) Oh, and unlike Mig, I won't go thru your closets. (I wonder if that girl likes to cross dress or something) Then, what would that be? Putting on a suit and tie. That's so not fun.
Do you have any idea how lucky you are not to have tickets up the wazoo, Geoff?? Geez!!
No kidding. I let my inspection sticker expire two years ago and I got a ticket within a few days (the county cops drive by slowly and look at every car's stickers when they're in danger of not making their monthly quota of tickets).
Okay, I got the registration taken care of (the DMV is SO much better the past few years than the half-day event it used to be!). I told them for the past 2 years I haven't gotten any mail from them. They discovered that my plates had been "pulled" or something, apparently from a typo elsewhere in the state, and they weren't active. Great! The resident cop at the DMV said he got a ticket in the mail from Newark because of a typo. Maybe I'll try that excuse if I get pulled over.
...but I'm all good now. Just gotta try and get inspected before a cop shoves a ticket up my wazoo.
...but I'm all good now. Just gotta try and get inspected before a cop shoves a ticket up my wazoo.
You never know. You might enjoy it!!
In NY, we have to get our cars inspected every year. They check your tires, make sure all your lights are functional, and check the emissions. It's a pain.
This sounds a little different than a smog check. Any car 4 years or older needs a smog check every other year. That, it seems, is the emission test like you guys indicate. As far as I know they don't check tires or anything else. The test itself, is around 80/100 and that's if there are no repairs to be made. Most places waive the initial test fee if you need repairs (so kind of them) . It is a pain for sure.
We don't have a sticker to put on the car either. therefore no official would know if it was due or had a smog test or not. Bummer for SC having to show the sticker.
BTW, California has smog checks because of the smog, why do you have them back East? Is smog an issue there like it is here too? I just thought CA was the only State that did smog checks.
TIS, it's more of a general pollution thing. I think every state should require it, as well as making sure your car is safe enough to be on the road (wheel alignment, working lights, good brakes, valid papers, etc). We don't pay for inspections, and cannot believe they make you do it -- ours are state run, so it's free, but you most likely need to wait in line for a loooong-ass time when it's busy.
Just gotta try and get inspected before a cop shoves a ticket up my wazoo.
Do men even have a wazoo?
Perhaps we need an English lesson here. I thought everyone had a wazoo. Not that there's anything wrong with that. I'll have to see what Mr. Webster has to say.
TIS, since you live in CA, see if you can answer this for me. Johnny Carson used to make fun of places in CA like Oxnard and Encino. There seem to be a million cities out there. What are they like? What is considered to be the real hellhole of CA (besides East LA)? What cities wouldn't you mind living in and which ones definitely not? I'm not taling about the bigger ones like SF or SD or Sacremento.
I can't begin to tell you how badly I want a ShamWOW.
They look cool....and just to show you how little of a life I have, notice the nose on the main guy and the nose on the woman at the very end who says "Sham WOW" very similiar, me thinks they are related. Not that it matters but this is random post whoring so I'm a whore.
TIS, it's more of a general pollution thing. I think every state should require it, as well as making sure your car is safe enough to be on the road (wheel alignment, working lights, good brakes, valid papers, etc). We don't pay for inspections, and cannot believe they make you do it -- ours are state run, so it's free, but you most likely need to wait in line for a loooong-ass time when it's busy.
Free emissions test here. Can't get your plates if you need an inspection.
OH!! So the four zeros are for Manning?? Not nice...
He should be MVP this season, without him we'd easily be 2-9 or so. The Colts plates are an extra $40. Even more for something like QB 18, or WR 87 and whatnot. I think they auctioned those. I got a regular one so my letters are just WN followed by 4 numbers.
It was pretty raw. At one stage the terrorists were in a police care and people ran up to the police car screaming for help and the bastards opened fire on them.
Funny how because it happened in India, No one gives a shit.
It was pretty raw. At one stage the terrorists were in a police care and people ran up to the police car screaming for help and the bastards opened fire on them.
Funny how because it happened in India, No one gives a shit.
For sure. I noticed how its not been brought up on the Board, or the news, or on talk shows.
I actually work with Indian/Pakistani Muslims and they've hardly discussed the matter at all other than when it first began on Thursday.
I think most of the Indian Americans here in the U.S, while they'll always have a love for their homeland, are more or less content to let that part of the world fall off of the globe... And then there's the rest who want to go back to Paki and wage holy war.
Yea, I hate when that happens. Speaking of toilet paper (since no topic is to petty for our BB) I hate the cheap shit that is so thin you can blow a hole thru it and it peels off the roll. I forgot the partiular brand names. I'm not real picky with TP, but I do have my ground rules. I'll usually go to a medium price.
On the other hand, I don't want to use TP that's like a tablecloth. Try using some of it like the Army issues, especially in the field (if it's available).
By the way, would someone answer my Italian lyric question above.
Just 6 weeks of low-dosage Lipitor (10mg e/o day) brought my Cholesterol down from 275 to 229 (It may've gone even lower if I still wasn't eating Halloween candy! ) And my blood pressure was 120/70
On the other hand, I'm being referred to a dermatologist to check some spots on my back.
Pentagon to Detail Troops to Bolster Domestic Security
By Spencer S. Hsu and Ann Scott Tyson Washington Post Staff Writers Monday, December 1, 2008; A01
The U.S. military expects to have 20,000 uniformed troops inside the United States by 2011 trained to help state and local officials respond to a nuclear terrorist attack or other domestic catastrophe, according to Pentagon officials.
The long-planned shift in the Defense Department's role in homeland security was recently backed with funding and troop commitments after years of prodding by Congress and outside experts, defense analysts said.
There are critics of the change, in the military and among civil liberties groups and libertarians who express concern that the new homeland emphasis threatens to strain the military and possibly undermine the Posse Comitatus Act, a 130-year-old federal law restricting the military's role in domestic law enforcement.
But the Bush administration and some in Congress have pushed for a heightened homeland military role since the middle of this decade, saying the greatest domestic threat is terrorists exploiting the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
Before the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, dedicating 20,000 troops to domestic response -- a nearly sevenfold increase in five years -- "would have been extraordinary to the point of unbelievable," Paul McHale, assistant defense secretary for homeland defense, said in remarks last month at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. But the realization that civilian authorities may be overwhelmed in a catastrophe prompted "a fundamental change in military culture," he said.
The Pentagon's plan calls for three rapid-reaction forces to be ready for emergency response by September 2011. The first 4,700-person unit, built around an active-duty combat brigade based at Fort Stewart, Ga., was available as of Oct. 1, said Gen. Victor E. Renuart Jr., commander of the U.S. Northern Command.
I just read in the papers today about a young lady who was on jury service and posted all the details of the case she was sitting on on Facebook,asking her friends what they thought she should do??
The expression "gormless erection" springs to mind
Needless to say she was discovered and kicked off the jury!
Owner of the Toronto Blue Jays, media mogul and one of the richest people in Canada. His company Rogers Comm. is the largest cell. phone/internet/cable company in the country.
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A very good work pal of mine is having a bad time of it just lately. His daughter has been diagnosed with cancer of the bowel and liver and it is spreading. She is the apple of his eye and only 29
He rang in sick this morning and i took the call. He was crying and i have never felt so useless and sad in my whole life. He is a good friend and a decent man. I feel terrible for him and his daughter!
It's bad for him (obviously) and it's bad for you because you're a friend and there isn't much you can do for him.
Have you considered going over to his house just to visit for a few hours? (I know it's a hard thing to do, but it just MIGHT make him feel a little better).
That is sad news, Yogi. I agree with SC. If you can do anything to lighten his burden, I'm sure you will. I can't imagine having to watch one of my kids endure this disease.
I guess when it rains, it pours. A first grade girl in my daughter's school was hit by a car over the weekend. She will survive, but she will apparently be in a wheelchair for the rest of her life. My daughter is four years older and doesn't really know the girl, but she has been depressed over this.
My goodness. These are really heartbreaking stories.
Yogi, you are not useless! The best thing that you can do for this person is offer your support and tell him that you are there for him and his family be it in spiritual support, physical support, or just to lend and ear and provide a shoulder to lean on.
Klyd, that is so sad. A little girl like that being confined to a wheelchair for the rest of her life. That is very depressing news. It's only normal that your daughter is feeling the way that she is right now about that poor little girl and what has happened to her. Let's face it, even as adults we seem to want to instill this false sense of security, in our minds, that these things are not supposed to happen to children. All I can say is that although I don't really know you I can still tell, just from our conversations here on this board, that you are a good father who will know what to say to your daughter to get her through this depression she is feeling about that little girl in her school.
Kind words everyone. Thank you all. I would expect nothing else from you though. We are a great bunch in here are we not?
Thanks again on behalf of my pal. His daughter goes on for an op today and then will have to face up to chemo. The docs have told them her chances are 50/50 so we will pray and keep everything crossed for them.
Ah, Yogi, it's so sad when this terrible disease hits the young. It's the one disease where your youth actually works against you.
However, it is no longer a death sentence by any means. Go back and look through that cancer thread that we had on here. I'm sure that Just Lou's story would be so very inspirational to your friend and his daughter. And I know that having a good guy like you as a friend would cheer anyone up!
Klyd, give your daughter an extra hug tonight. It will help.
NEW YORK (AP) - Fox News Channel said popular cable TV host Bill O'Reilly will step down as the host of his syndicated talk radio show early next year. "The Radio Factor"—which began in 2002 and runs on more than 400 radio stations, as well as satellite operator Sirius XM Radio Inc.—will end in the first quarter of 2009, Fox said late Thursday.
In a statement, O'Reilly said the workload has become too much, adding, "I can no longer give both TV and radio the time they deserve."
O'Reilly will continue hosting "The O'Reilly Factor" on the Fox News Channel and writing his weekly newspaper column.
UNC libraries to forgo Christmas trees Chapel Hill library chief says staffers complained about the display. By Eric Ferreri eric.ferreri@newsobserver.com Posted: Friday, Dec. 05, 2008 Poll Should public libraries present Christmas displays?
Yes, it is part of our culture. No, government buildings should be religion neutral.
Your vote has been counted, thank you for voting. CHAPEL HILL For as long as anyone can remember, Christmas trees adorned with lights and ornaments have greeted holiday season visitors to UNC Chapel Hill's two main libraries.
Not this year.
The trees, which have stood in the lobby areas of Wilson and Davis libraries each December, were kept in storage this year at the behest of Sarah Michalak, the associate provost for university libraries.
Michalak's decision followed several years of queries and complaints from library employees and patrons bothered by the Christian display, Michalak said this week.
Michalak said that banishing the Christmas displays was not an easy decision but that she asked around to library colleagues at Duke, N.C. State and elsewhere and found no other one where Christmas trees were displayed.
I can see not displaying religious items like mangers and things related to "the reason for the season" in public places, but decorated trees that have nothing to do with the religious holiday? Ridiculous! Christmas has become a secular holiday in that regard, and I see no reason how people can get so uptight about it.
Personally, I have no problems w/ religious displays in public. Why the hell not?? Have a winter display combining Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa together! At least this time of year. Why all the separation when we should all be uniting/tolerant/embracing of each other!
(Here comes the argument for "well, why not satanic displays?" Well, just because. )
I still wonder how it came about that the world decided to make the 25th of December the day of Jesus' birth when thats not the case.
Was Jesus born on December 25? There is no evidence for this date. So then, who decided that Jesus' birth would be celebrated on that date? The early Christian church did not celebrate Jesus' birth. It wasn't until A.D. 440 that the church officially proclaimed December 25 as the birth of Christ. This was not based on any religious evidence but on a pagan feast. Saturnalia was a tradition inherited by the Roman pagans from an earlier Babylonian priesthood. December 25 was used as a celebration of the birthday of the sun god. It was observed near the winter solstice.
I found an old letter I got when I turned 18 from the Italian government, telling me it was compulsory for me to join the Italian army. I forgot how I got out of that. Must have denounced my citizenship.
Who do you think I am, Lee Harvey Oswald or something?
I only asked because you said that it felt weird. So I figured that maybe it felt weird because you did not have your family with you. I've spent many Thanksgivings down in Florida and it actually didn't feel that weird to me. However had my wife and my children not been with me on one of those Thanksgivings down in florida, then it would have felt very weird. That's the only reason that I asked.
Now if you are talking about celebrating Christmas down in Florida, well that's a whole different story altogether. THAT to me, no matter who would be with me, would feel really really wierd!
Now if you are talking about celebrating Christmas down in Florida, well that... would feel really really wierd!
But at least it wouldn't feel really really cold!
True. But the cold, to me, is part of celebrating Christmas. Many of us northerners probably feel that way because we are used to growing up relating the Chritmas season with the cold of winter.
Although I wouldn't have any problem getting used to seeing those Florida girls in their bikinis!
Yes, Please let us know how DZ is doing. He has been a member here for a very long time. Even though he hasn't posted much lately, I do remember him. If get in contact with him, please send him my best ok?
I am watching a Lifetime movie right now, as I browse the board. Maybe I'll do the Bing thing later.
CNN) -- Every day for a year, Tacey Willis looked for an eye-catching photo subject -- a ballerina, a rocker dude in a bookstore or three older ladies from the Red Hat Society. She allowed herself one shot each day, with only one piece of instant film.
Tacey Willis' "Day By Day Polaroid" project contains 365 photos, movies, songs and quotes.
But halfway through that year, Willis abruptly took the money she'd saved for a down payment on a car and bought every piece of Polaroid film she could find. Why? Because the Polaroid Corp. announced it would stop making instant film. And without it her project, "Day by Day Polaroid," would never be complete.
Sixty years after Polaroid introduced its first instant camera, the company's iconic film is disappearing from stores.
Although Polaroid says the film should be available into 2009, this is the final month of its last production year.
Keep them coming. You give us a unique perspective on just about everything.
Haha. Thanks Klydon1. Glad you can appreciate some of my perspectives even if you don't agree. That's a big reason why I still visit this thread, I enjoy delving into peoples perspectives etc.
I should have studied Psychology properly back in High school.
Not true. When I say barely, I mean it. You either pay the rent and don't eat. Or you eat and get kicked out on the street. Never both. The Government has it set up like that on purpose. Only rich kids with rich folks can have the luxuries of studying so they too can become rich. Same cycle. Day in. Day out.
Well that's the catch. If I work full time, then I don't have the time to study and further develop my skills etc. I'll be stuck in a factory or a call center forever.
I couldn't even do study by correspondence as I'm busy with my music, shows, etc.
What in the world are some of you talking about? My wife and I raised six kids and worked our butts off taking care of them and ourselves and getting an education without any help from anyone and surely not any government. We drove a '62 chevy for years that one winter did not have a heater. We rented apartments and hoses until we could afford to buy our own home. When I came out of the Army I got four semesters of education loans and that was it. I worked at Jack in the Box, all shifts, for years while my wife worked at the State school, many times deep nights. Our kids had clothes to wear, food to eat, medical care, and went to school, all without help from anybody including my parents.
Well that's the catch. If I work full time, then I don't have the time to study and further develop my skills etc. I'll be stuck in a factory or a call center forever.
I couldn't even do study by correspondence as I'm busy with my music, shows, etc.
Oh well. You reap what you sow.
Excuses, excuses...
You like music and prison too much to go to school
I just found out that Billy Joel and Elton John will be performing at the Pond in Anaheim on March 28. I mentioned to a couple friends I'd like to go and we all are started talking about an now are seriously considering it. Mr. NY State of Mind will be in my state. I'm so happy.
It's very close for me as to who is better. I have (and love) music from both of hem. They are BOTH great, YET, unlike my friends, I'd give an edge to Billy Joel, whereas it's Elton for them. They both are wonderful though. It's a tough choice IMHO
Anyway, if anyone knows any site where tickets may be a little more reasonable, please share.
Btw, for anyone who may know. I noticed some bill this concert as Elton John with Billy Joel, and others, Billy Joel w/ Elton John. Do you think that indicates anything?? Like perhaps it's the one person's show, with the other joining in on several numbers. Anyone ever hear? I want an even split.
Good luck with that, TIS. I've seen Elton in concert, and he was great, but I would love to see Billy Joel. Even better to have them together.
I would suggest that the minute the tickets go on sale, you get a few people together and call, call, call. That's how my friend got her Billy Joel tickets this past summer. She had her landline and 4 cellphones redialing over and over and finally got through.
You should check to see if there's an internet pre-sale (check ticketmaster, then each one's official site). It's SO much easier ordering online during a presale (or even during the regular sale for acts that won't sell out quickly) than calling on the damn phone for hours... God I hated that! But this WILL sell out in minutes, so be prepared either way!
I've seen them both separately, and would love to see them together! I love'm both, they both put on great shows...
I am prepared to purchase a ticket at any time. I hope my friends don't hold me up. We only found out today, but I have purchased before on line thru a few different sources (ticketmaster, cheapseats, blockbustter, etc)
It'll work out great because it's on a Saturday AND I'm on spring break Ha ha....so I can party hardy!!!!
Anaheim is about 15 miles from me. I've never been to this particular arena but hear it is nice. If I'm not mistaken it's in a nice area, which is good for going to/from your car at night.
Geoff,
Have you every purchased from any of these listed? I have from stub hub and I have heard of seats direct, but the others listed are new to me.
I just found out that Billy Joel and Elton John will be performing at the Pond in Anaheim on March 28. I mentioned to a couple friends I'd like to go and we all are started talking about an now are seriously considering it. Mr. NY State of Mind will be in my state. I'm so happy.
Well that's the catch. If I work full time, then I don't have the time to study and further develop my skills etc. I'll be stuck in a factory or a call center forever.
I couldn't even do study by correspondence as I'm busy with my music, shows, etc.
Oh well. You reap what you sow.
Excuses, excuses...
You like music and prison too much to go to school
Music is the only form of income I get. If I stop doing that, I'm screwed.
Come to the UK. Tell the authorities that you are being persecuted due to your musical tastes and that it is a direct threat to your human rights. Remember to talk about your human rights and civil liberties at every moment.
You will then be given a house for free and more money than you could shake a big stick at.
I was only half joking! I wasn't mocking your music tastes mate. i was just pointing out how easy it is to get into the UK and you could probably do it like that if possible.
Yeah, PB "accidentally" got a step stool to reach the top shelf of his closet, and "accidentally" grabbed the box of DVDs and brought them to the TV, then "accidentally" went through dozens of titles until he "accidentally" found one to put in his DVD player, and "accidentally" hit Play. That box of tissues was no accident, though.
Internet porn is the last place still unaffected by political correctness You could order for a black hairy midget having anal sex with a horse, if that is what you are into
Internet porn is the last place still unaffected by political correctness You could order for a black hairy midget having anal sex with a horse, if that is what you are into
Pubic hair is yesterdays news people. Even I keep it to a "bare" minimum for my lady friend. It's common courtesy. She keeps it bare so I do too. Might sound a bit "Metro" to you older "members", But in 2008 and beyond, It's hair free.
Yeah of course. But, No one wants a massive bush in their face.
I prefer neatly trimmed -- I'd like something there to prove it's not a plastic doll\\\\\ I mean, a cheap plastic doll! Something in the middle -- not a never-touched jungle nor just annoying stubble...
Yeah of course. But, No one wants a massive bush in their face.
I prefer neatly trimmed -- I'd like something there to prove it's not a plastic doll\\\\\ I mean, a cheap plastic doll! Something in the middle -- not a never-touched jungle nor just annoying stubble...
haha. Yeah, each to their own I guess. A landing strip is always nice.
We have a Bissel carpet cleaner, and the effort of scrubbing and using it is not nearly worth the little actual stain removing it does. My wife also had a family friend, who cleans carpets as a side job, clean the carpeting at her business, and the results were disappointing.
I have to get ready to go and help renovate a house in about 40 minutes and I haven't slept in over 28 hrs. I don't know how I'm going to survive a 10 hr day! Damn Insomnia.
Earlier this evening my father called to tell me that my brother, Paul, had died. He was 47 and his death was an absolute shock to us all. My parents were expecting him to telephone them a couple of days ago, and after their messages were unreturned, they called the landlord of his building in Manhattan. He discovered my brother's body, and broke the sad news to my father. My brother was able to come and go as he pleased in the office where he worked, so his absence did not seem strange.
My mother and father were naturally heartbroken, but they kept a stiff upper lip on the phone. For years I remember my father saying how no person should have to bury his or her child. My grandmother is hysterical, and I must admit that I feel as if my heart has been ripped from my chest.
Paul was unlike any other member in my family. He was soft spoken, reserved and preferred his solitude. Since he was 12 years old, he knew he wanted to live in NYC and he learned the entire subway system from maps. He passed up a trip to Ireland with my other brother, an uncle and me to study for the GMATs. He scored in the top .05% and went to Columbia Business School. He had no family of his own, but maintained a strong sense of family.
I'll drive to my parents' tomorrow after mass with one of my sons. I'm going to miss him badly.
My dear friend, How very, very sad for all of you. And what a horrible shock! As you said, it is every parent's nightmare to bury a child. I am so sorry to hear of your loss, and I wish there was some magic wand I could wave that would help.
I know how much your family means to you. As you try to be strong for them, remember to keep your children close to you. They will bring you enormous comfort in the days and months ahead. Give them a squeeze every now and then and remember how very fleeting life is.
Cherish every day and never pass by the opportunity to tell someone you love them. Paul sounds like he was a dedicated, loving and brilliant man. You were blessed to have him for the time you did.
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts.
I am so very sorry to hear this horrible news. To a great degree, I have a sense of what you are going through. I came close to losing my brother (who ironically is named Paul too) just last March when he had a sudden stroke (he was only 51). No one thought he'd make it. I was fortunate and he survived and is doing well. I saw my parents pain daily as we all stood vigil at his bedside, simply devastated and heartbroken.
My prayers are with you during your time of grief Kly. My sympathy to you and your family. Take care!
Thank you, SB. I'll follow your wise advice. I am certainly grateful for the time we had him, and I'll seek comfort from family.
My mind has been flooded by memories from childhood tonight. It's amazing what you can recall when you have to.
In my family at Thanksgiving we pick names to see whom we'll be buying for for Christmas. I picked Paul's name, and it haunts me that I bought a gift for him yesterday, not knowing that he was dead.
I am so sorry to hear that news. I can't even imagine what you're going through now but please remember that you are in my most heartfelt thoughts and prayers now.
Klyd, So sorry to hear about this awful news. I lost my one of my best friends last year to cancer. He was only 22 and he was just like a blood brother. We grew up together and I would have died for him.
It's horrible and painful, But you have a family you can confide in and be with. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
I am so sorry to hear of your Brother's passing. I will keep you and the family in my thoughts and prayers. Paul is in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior now. Take comfort in that. Please know that the BB Family is here for you. God Bless you my friend.
Oh my God, Klyd; I'm so sorry. I actually thought I was reading the post of a much older board member until I double checked. Needless to say, your brother, as well as your entire family, are in my prayers today.
I suppose most of you have already seen the news coverage of President Bush getting shoes thrown at him.
I love the way he popped right up and even had a smirk on his face (as if to be having fun).
Makes me wonder what some other recent presidents would have done:
Ronald Reagan would have just stood there, got hit in the head, and not known the difference.
Gerald Ford would have fallen down while ducking from the attacker.
Clinton would have yelped in pain (because as he ducked away, his "member" would still have been in Monica Lewinsky's mouth - she was secreted under the podium).
LBJ would have taken off his own boot and thrown it back at the attacker.
Nice! I keep losing $5 every time I play Mega Millions and I'm pissed someone else won the $207 million the other day and now it's back down to $12 million. ...like I'd be disappointed with "only" $12 million!
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. They have been a comfort. We're not sure of the cause of my brother's death yet. About a week ago, he and my dad went on a hike along the mountains and valleys along the Delaware River between northern PA and Jersey.
I'm a little late getting to the shoe throwing incident at Bush, but I was impressed how he eluded the throws at close range. He even looked good and dignified doing it as though he were in a Matrix movie.
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. They have been a comfort. We're not sure of the cause of my brother's death yet. About a week ago, he and my dad went on a hike along the mountains and valleys along the Delaware River between northern PA and Jersey.
I'm sorry to see this so late, but I'm so sorry for your loss KL. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I'm a little late getting to the shoe throwing incident at Bush, but I was impressed how he eluded the throws at close range. He even looked good and dignified doing it as though he were in a Matrix movie.
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. They have been a comfort. We're not sure of the cause of my brother's death yet. About a week ago, he and my dad went on a hike along the mountains and valleys along the Delaware River between northern PA and Jersey.
I just saw this for the first time as well. I'm sorry for your loss Kly. As my brothers are also my best friends I don't know what I would do without them. I can't imagine what you're going through.
Third post in a row, sorry. My girlfriend lost her job today. As if things aren't already stressful this time of year. If I disappear it's because we couldn't afford to pay the internet bill.
Third post in a row, sorry. My girlfriend lost her job today. As if things aren't already stressful this time of year. If I disappear it's because we couldn't afford to pay the internet bill.
You should move next to someone with a wireless connection and leech off of that like uh...a friend of mine does.
PIQUA, Ohio (AP) - Mayor Thomas Hudson thinks there soon will be openings in the street department.
A group of city workers who won the $207 million Mega Millions jackpot on Friday have 180 days to come forward and claim their prize and then decide whether to keep their day jobs.
City Manager Fred Enderle says the 16 city employees include 14 from the street department who pooled their money to buy the winning ticket. All showed up for work Monday.
Enderle says they were jubilant, but some are anxious about how to handle the news.
Enderle wouldn't identify the workers, who have asked to remain anonymous for now.
The employees have been pooling their money for about five years, although not everyone participated in every drawing.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Source: The Associated Press
I think Bernard Madoff should be extradited to Florida where he stole the bulk of that money from easy prey: trusting senior citizens. Maybe that lunatic governor, Charlie Crist, can figure out a way to give him the death penalty. Scumbag.
It was one of my three self-picks, which contains my one brother's day of birth, plus his kids birthdays, (2 numbers out of 5) plus my mom's month of birth (Mega Ball)...
One more number and I'd've won $150. They're big sports, with a $12 million dollar jackpot. lol
cuck·old n. A man married to an unfaithful wife. tr.v. cuck·old·ed, cuck·old·ing, cuck·olds To make a cuckold of.
The origins apparently have to do with the cuckoo bird, which lays its eggs in the nests of other birds and expects the other birds to care for its hatchlings.
I finally finished making 52 Christmas cards. Now I have to clean up my kitchen table.
And you are one very special talent, Mig!
But I may have to apologize in advance because so far it doesn't look like I'll be getting any cards out in the mail this year -- time creeped up way too fast and the next few days will be shot! If not, then I wish every single one of you a MERRY CHRISTMAS ( ) and a wonderful New Year!!
I bought two boxes of really nice cards this year. If they only could have written, addressed and stamped themselves, I would be in great shape. Alas, they did not, so once again nobody will be getting a card from me.
The story I heard just about an hour ago stated that the mother is NOT on suicide watch, nor is she getting any kind of grief counseling. Gee, I wonder why? From the beginning she "seemed" so carefree and uncaring in her demeanor. If she's innocent she sure isn' coming across that way. They said she is the prime suspect.
BTW, did you hear they confirmed the murderer of little Adam Walsh (John Walsh's son America's Most Wanted show). I guess it's been suspected for some time, but it was confirmed just the other day (don't know exactly how);. Anyway, that poor guy and his wife. Did you see the movie with JoBeth Williams and Daniel Travanti? How sad.
Unemployment is at around 7% for the entire nation!!
Health care is shit if you don't have the money to pay for private health cover. For me cause I always go to the bulk billing Doctors, you get a pretty shit deal.
What is Australia like as a whole? Beautiful man, But I can't wait to get the fuck out of here and go to New York for a while. Also all the cliches' like "G'Day mate, Shrimp on the barbie, hot desert outback shit",is all bullshit. It's a mini America now and completely Americanized to the dismay of a lot of Old School Aussies. Kangaroos do not roam the street. In fact, I'm pretty sure all Kangaroos are in Zoos and enclosures now.
We have no actual Aussie culture really, besides drinking. Theres no Aussie food, just multiple different areas with European cuisines and Chinese food.
Where I live in the city, It's crime ridden and a hell hole at the moment. Also, I live in the only city that still runs a Tram service etc.
I went to my myspace page to listen to the music that I have from Playlist.com that my Son put in for me and the people from Myspace deleted the whole thing.
I have got to stop drinking. After my gig the other night, I somehow ended up at some 37 year old womans house who had three kids and a nasty weed habit. We slept together, unprotected and now I'm stressing out hard about contracting some disease!!! I'm seriously tripping right now!!!
I have got to stop drinking. After my gig the other night, I somehow ended up at some 37 year old womans house who had three kids and a nasty weed habit. We slept together, unprotected and now I'm stressing out hard about contracting some disease!!! I'm seriously tripping right now!!!
She sounds fertile, you should be worried about unleashing little Whispys on the world.
I have got to stop drinking. After my gig the other night, I somehow ended up at some 37 year old womans house who had three kids and a nasty weed habit. We slept together, unprotected and now I'm stressing out hard about contracting some disease!!! I'm seriously tripping right now!!!
Never mind that... did she look as good in the morning as she did the night before?
haha I'm actually more worried on catching something!!
But any decent person would tell you first that they have something, right?
I knew it was a bad idea from the start. When I first spotted her, she was with a group of bikers etc. I even thought at one stage she was setting me up to get robbed and bashed, But I went along for the ride anyway.
I have got to stop drinking. After my gig the other night, I somehow ended up at some 37 year old womans house who had three kids and a nasty weed habit. We slept together, unprotected and now I'm stressing out hard about contracting some disease!!! I'm seriously tripping right now!!!
Never mind that... did she look as good in the morning as she did the night before?
NO. Definitely not. She was built like a twenty year old considering she has three kids, But I was definitely wearing beer goggles that night. The thing is too, in the morning, her son came into the bedroom, walked right past us, hopped on the computer and started playing video games. That made me stress more, cause it was like he was used to seeing his Mom shacked up in bed with random guys.
At the risk of sounding like a mother hen, be careful. God forbid a disease, or unexpected fatherhood, or even had you been beaten/mugged by these people or whatever....any of which could drastically change your entire life. Have fun, but be careful. We all have done things we know we shouldn't, but damn, sometimes it does come back to bite us in the ass ya know?
The thing is too, in the morning, her son came into the bedroom, walked right past us, hopped on the computer and started playing video games. That made me stress more, cause it was like he was used to seeing his Mom shacked up in bed with random guys.
It used to be the big worry was an unwanted pregnancy or VD, but there were abortions and antibiotics. Now, you worry about catching something that can kill you.
Whisp, man, you really need to either cut down on the beer or at least remember to wear a condom. Riding bareback is WAY too dangerous.
I agree with everything said in reference to my drunken stupidity. I'm just hoping that she would be the sort of woman to have the decency to tell me if she had in fact had something.
Also, to answer Blibbles question, No, I basically got up, got dressed and after finding my IPod, ran like hell. Which I actually felt bad about. But, she's 37. I'm sure shes been there done that etc.
Also, not to sound crude or rude, But as a Guy, I always liked older woman because of that whole "experienced" appeal. Was not the case for me and this woman.( No Bill Clinton Pun) I've come to realize that sex is sex no matter what age and the young woman of today, in their late teens or twentys, are crazy nuts in the Bedroom.
I'm just hoping that she would be the sort of woman to have the decency to tell me if she had in fact had something.
Not for nothing, but, you're giving some people a lot more credit than they deserve. Get yourself checked out -- period. You'll have to wait a bit for the HIV test (or take it 2-3 times the next few months as you remain celebate ), but at least check for STDs... now. As for Whisper Jr, let's hope she's on the pill -- you dummy!
Damn, thanks , JG. That post has me pulling my hair out. She had three kids, So I'm hoping shes not some slut that goes out to Hip HOp Gigs on the Regular and picks up young blood all the time. You'd have to be pretty evil to not tell someone if you have Aids!!! I mean, I give her a good time and shes going to repay me by killing me??!!!
You'd have to be pretty evil to not tell someone if you have Aids!!!
I'm not here simply to scare you... but... how the fock else does AIDS get spread?? NO ONE wants it, but somehow it's epidemic. She doesn't have to know it herself to spread it -- so it's not 100% her responsibility...
In any event, I wish you luck my friend! I've lucked out myself before -- you're not the only dumbass here, so... ...but I've had a long day and need to hit the sack... 'night! Sweet dreams!
Hahaha. Yeah, But I had visitors twice, maybe three times, so I hardly had to spread em for the hacks etc. Believe it or not, for me it's less embarassing being searched and showering with other inmates then being one on one with a doctor talking about STD's etc.
After everything I've been through, survived etc. It could be a 37 year old Mom that takes me down. Geezuz. I quit Alcohol.
I had visitors twice, maybe three times, so I hardly had to spread em for the hacks etc.
Okay, last thing, then I'm really going! My friend's old boss, who I also did work for, got busted for like TONS (literally) of weed and got sent away, but it was a minimal security prison. We always joked that we should go visit him every single day so he'd have to go thru that spread'm search daily! No, we weren't that evil to go thru with it... lol.
haha That would have been cruel. But it's not the end of the world. You spread them, they shine a torch up there and off you go. It allows you to bond with the hacks on a more personal level. hahaha.
If I couldn't look at the funny side of things all the time, I'd be a wreck.
well Good luck my Aussie Friend I hope you fair well
On an unrelated note I have 4 clocks set to international time in my room and on the wall next to my computer, so I can keep track of my Friend's Time zones.... BTW whisp, it is 8:10 pm over there ain't it?
I have Pacific Time (Britt [friend]) Omani Time (DZ) Australian Time (Whisper) and British Time (Yogi)
I took out some trash for my mother, just walking to the dumpster and back I was frozen! I have pajama pants on under my regular pants and a sweatshirt on in the house but I am still chilly.
The Christmas-New Year's period produces a year-high spike in sexual activity and conceptions in the United States, according to biorhythm researchers and makers of sex-related products.
They attribute the increase to holiday leisure and New Year's resolutions to have children. New Year's irresolution fueled by alcohol and partying is another contributing factor.
"Right before New Year's Eve is our highest sales peak," said David Johnson, group product manager for Trojan brand condoms, the leading U.S. seller.
As expected, the holiday urge surge also expresses itself as a peak in U.S. births in September, according to David Lam of the University of Michigan's Population Studies Center in Ann Arbor.
Holiday intimacies aren't just an American rite, according to Gabriele Doblhammer of the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research in Rostock, Germany. Heavy Christmas-New Year's sex "is characteristic of all Christian cultures in which it has been evaluated," she and co-researcher Joseph Lee Rogers found.
A quartet of British public health researchers went so far as to liken the Christmas-New Year's period to a "festival on fertility" in a 1999 article in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine.
Such festivals, they wrote, are "associated with increased opportunities for socializing and a generally more hedonistic approach to life."
Recognizing the risks entailed, the British Health Education Authority once ran a condom ad before New Year's with the tag line: "Just in case old acquaintances aren't quite forgot."
Regarding the "Spammer". I never opened the links she (he) supplied, BUT I had just posted a wager that either Geoff/SC would, within an hour, give him the ax. When I clicked "post" I got the message that it was already deleted.
You mods are so on the ball. That's why this site is really good. We have mods who actually post,and know what kind of site they want. They are interested in the site and quick to respond to these things. A big hand to the mods.
TIS
Oh, but Longneck...you're reply really made me LMAO.
It was one of our good members who has to get the credit for bringing the issue up (no pun intended). Thanks!! (If you want to step forward and be recognized, just do do).
It was one of our good members who has to get the credit for bringing the issue up (no pun intended). Thanks!! (If you want to step forward and be recognized, just do do).
It was one of our good members who has to get the credit for bringing the issue up (no pun intended). Thanks!! (If you want to step forward and be recognized, just do do).
[quote=The Italian Stallionette]You mods are so on the ball.
It was one of our good members who has to get the credit for bringing the issue up (no pun intended). Thanks!! (If you want to step forward and be recognized, just do do).
Kudos to that member too. Keep in mind though that the mods at least reply to these things.
I posted a couple years ago that I once belonged to an Italian American group. It was so much fun. Not as active as the BB, but there were many discussions on Italian traditions, foods, culture, and just talk in general. It was fun until it started getting spam like what was posted today on the BB. It got pretty raw with people posting what their sexual preferences were.....It'd make a sailor blush. Well, it made me blush.
When I e-mailed the link (provided at the bottom of the page to the "manager") and asked them to please check it out. I never got a reply. I tried a second time, and again nothing. I'd check the site for any reprimand and/or explantion/apology or whatever, but got worse and worse. I just figured the people who started the group didn't really take an interest in it.
TIS, that post was too long to read so I just skimmed it very quickly. So what I'm getting is that you want more raw sex talk and pics on the BB as that would increase your interest?
TIS, that post was too long to read so I just skimmed it very quickly. So what I'm getting is that you want more raw sex talk and pics on the BB as that would increase your interest?
Ha ha...well, not exactly what I said, but that's ok. I love your humor. I don't mind a little rare, but not too raw.
Yogi, I am so sorry to hear that. How awful for your friend. I know I've said this before, but it's every parent's nightmare to bury a child. I can't imagine.
Yogi, that is terrible news! I can't even imagine the pain that her parents are feeling now. 29 years old should be the prime of someone's life and to see someone cut down then is particularly sad. There's never a good time for something like this to happen but her family and friends will forever have their holidays (a time that should be joyous) tarnished by her death.
My father-in-law and my sister-in-law's mom both died on Christmas (although not the same Christmas, thank goodness). Although it's always there, sort of hanging over the day, it did get better once the grandkids arrived. For years, my MIL refused to put up a tree, but once the grandkids were old enough to be excited about Christmas, she started to put one up again.
Who invented having to work on Christmas Eve, it's rubbish. I've got to work 'til 4, then dart to the train station (with my luggage and gifts) for the 4.20 and IF the trains are on time I shall be back in Scunthorpe for 6/half 6ish.
Luckily I shall be armed with a few cans (glad work has a fridge) and my hipflask to ease the pressure of cramped trains and to get me ready for the festivities.
This is the point of no return I could never go back Life without parole, up state shackled and trapped Living in the hole, lookin' at the world through a crack But fuck that, Music helps keep your soul intact I've gone too far, there ain't no coming back for me Auschwitz gas chamber full of Zyklon-B Just like the Spanish exterminating Tynos Raping the black and Indian women, creating Latinos Motherfuckers made me out of self-righteous hatred And you got yourself a virus, stuck in the Matrix A suicide bomber strapped and ready to blow Lethal injection strapped down ready to go Don't you understand they'll never let me live out in peace Concrete jungle, guerrilla war out in the streets Nat Turner with the sickle pitch fork and machete The end of the world , politicians you not ready This is the point of no return and nobody can stop it Malcolm little when he knelt before Elijah Muhammad The comet that killed the dinosaurs, changing the earth They love to criticize they always say I change for the worse Like prescription pills when you miss-using them The Templar Knights when they took Jerusalem And figured out what was buried under Soloman's Temple Al Aksa the name is not coincidental I know too much, one day Government is trying to murder me No coming back like cutting your wrist open vertically How could a serpent be purposely put in charge of the countries Genetic engineered sickness spread amongst me People are so hungry that they attack without reason Like a fuckin' dog ripping off the hand that feeds him Hip Hop is treason to the patriot act So come and get me Rednecks cause I'm not coming back
This is the point of no return you better believe this Mary Magdalen giving birth to the children of Jesus The evolution of the world, bloody and dramatic Human beings killing monkeys to conquer the planet The kingdoms of Africa and Mesopotamia Machine gunnin' your body with depleted uranium This is the age of micro chips and titanium The dark side of the moon and contact with aliens I started out like Australians, criminal minded Broke into hell, tore it down, and built a city behind it South Paul, murderous, methodology Remember that I'm just a man don't follow me Cause once you past the point you can never go home You've got to face the possibility of dying alone So tell me False prophet how could you die for the throne? When you don't even got the fuckin' heart to die for your own It rains acid, one day the earth will cry from a stone And you'll be lookin' at the world livin' inside of a dome Computerized humanity living inside of a clone This is the place where the unknown is living and real Worm went to planet X and the seventh seal Universal truth is not measured in mass appeal This is the last time that I kneel and pray to the sky Cause almost everything that I was ever told was a lie
I have said it before and i will say it again. You are the best!
My pal is devastated,obviously. A horrible thing to happen to anyone at any time but at Christmas possibly even worse! He has a lot of good friends though and we would/will do anything for him.
America's biggest disaster happened today. Even this eclipses 9/11.
Is this supposed to be your attempt at humor or are you just crazy beyond help?
No SC, I was just pointing out that no matter what nature throws at the USA, they will always be like, "Oh, my god", like its the end of the world. Ya know, the crying, hysterics, the whole waving the arms about thing that they do.
America's biggest disaster happened today. Even this eclipses 9/11.
Is this supposed to be your attempt at humor or are you just crazy beyond help?
No SC, I was just pointing out that no matter what nature throws at the USA, they will always be like, "Oh, my god", like its the end of the world. Ya know, the crying, hysterics, the whole waving the arms about thing that they do.
I don't know what you mean. We're a pretty resilient bunch here.
Speaking of here... why are you here? Have you been kicked off all the English based boards? Don't you realize that with your constant American bashing you're only making it harder on yourself, and you started back here on thin ice to begin with.
Ok, My friend has lost the plot, he just uploaded this video on you tube of him doing some weird cookie monster shit. I think I better call him and see if he's still mentally stable.
When I joined this Board, I never thought that 6 or 7 Christmases later I would still be posting and enjoying other member's posts. I am and I do. My Christmas wish is that the Board continue for years to come and that we all keep posting just as long.
One of the things that comes through our posts is just how much we have in common, how many of us enjoy the same things and have had so many common experiences. What we have posted about Christmas, our children, and our lives generally is proof of that.
Well, It's Christmas in Australia already (has been for 7 Hrs Now) and my day has been completely ruined by the fact I can't breathe without stabbing, breath Catching pains in the back of my right lung/Back. Every time I go to breath in, this massive pain shoots up causing me to jolt up and down. Really friggin' annoying.
Well, my day has been completely ruined by the fact I can't breathe without stabbing, breath Catching pains in the back of my right lung/Back. Every time I go to breath in, this massive pain shoots up causing me to jolt up and down. Really friggin' annoying.
Sounds like it might be muscular in nature. Try taking a warm bath to relax the muscles in your back.
Well, my day has been completely ruined by the fact I can't breathe without stabbing, breath Catching pains in the back of my right lung/Back. Every time I go to breath in, this massive pain shoots up causing me to jolt up and down. Really friggin' annoying.
Sounds like it might be muscular in nature. Try taking a warm bath to relax the muscles in your back.
Good luck and Merry Christmas!
I think it's my lung (Hope not though)
Sounds like a good idea, But I don't have a bath. Only a shower. That might work though.
Watching it on the com would shit me to tears. Trust me my Long necked friend, you must obtain these items. Apparently you have a flair for putting things down where your pubes are, so it shouldn't be a problem.
Watching it on the com would shit me to tears. Trust me my Long necked friend, you must obtain these items. Apparently you have a flair for putting things down where your pubes are, so it shouldn't be a problem.
My Girlfriend walked in on me hacking my arm up, From my wrists to my Pecs needless to say shes my x with no excuse for my behavior the razors my acting agent you say it's a cry for help, I say it's more like practice aiming
whisper's girlfriend walk in on me hacking him up from his wrists to his pecs, needless to say she's his x with no excuse for my behavior the blade's my acting agent you say he cried for help, I say it's more like practice screaming
I'm pretty sure my landlady wants to screw me. Who comes around to visit their tenants on Christmas, drunk wearing only a bra and a skirt and hands then a basket of fruit?
I'm pretty sure my landlady wants to screw me. Who comes around to visit their tenants on Christmas, drunk wearing only a bra and a skirt and hands then a basket of fruit?
if the world would end today - ay all the dreams we had would all just drift away, oh no, there's nothing more to say if the world would end and all loves drift away
i never knew the way that you looked at me would ever mean so much to me in my heart i found the feelings ive never shown now the got the best of meee
I went to Fry's and it was closed. Then I drove to Walmart and even that was closed!! No one has anything to buy on Christmas? Some last minute stuff? Apparently not. Luckily gas stations are working at least
I couldn't believe the announcement in Walmart yesterday (Christmas Eve) that the store would be closing at 6PM. I'm like what??? Maybe I heard wrong, cuz that sounds a bit ridiculous to me, for the nation's largest chain. If they were doing poorly, you'd think they'd stay open late. It's not like they pay much in salaries or anything to keep the usual 3 registers open.
Speaking of which, didn't they used to be spelled Wal-Mart? When did they change that?
I couldn't believe the announcement in Walmart yesterday (Christmas Eve) that the store would be closing at 6PM. I'm like what??? Maybe I heard wrong, cuz that sounds a bit ridiculous to me, for the nation's largest chain. If they were doing poorly, you'd think they'd stay open late. It's not like they pay much in salaries or anything to keep the usual 3 registers open.
That's a holdover from when Sam Walton was alive. He believed in family values at holiday time. What he said was the law at Wal*Mart and I guess MAYBE his kids still want that followed. (His family's value in the stock of Wal*Mart is worth about $130 billion today).
Out of the mouths of babes.......Just a cute story I'll share.
My daughter has a houseguest visiting for a while. My grandaughters love this guest and want her to stay "forever". When I asked my 6 yr. old grandaughter, "would you like it if grandma stayed forever?" Her reply, innocent and without any mean intent, at that age, was...."yea, but your forever isn't that long." Just adorable. My daughters and I all looked at each other and cracked up. I love the innocence of children.
My daughter has a houseguest visiting for a while. My grandaughters love this guest and want her to stay "forever". When I asked my 6 yr. old grandaughter, "would you like it if grandma stayed forever?" Her reply, innocent and without any mean intent, at that age, was...."yea, but your forever isn't that long." Just adorable. My daughters and I all looked at each other and cracked up. I love the innocence of children.
It's going to get up to 60 degrees tomorrow and then back down to 30 on Sunday!
I finally have a hard copy of CHINESE DEMOCRACY. It really is better than you might think.
Wife's sick, after tonight she has 2 days off in a row to rest.
Pizza's so expensive nowadays, and the delivery charges really cut into the driver's tip.
Got THE DARK KNIGHT, CASINO, DUMB AND DUMBER, and AMERICAN HISTORY X today. Had Casino and Dumb and Dumber on VHS...
TEMCO BOWL (rmember that game!?) on DS and Need for speed underground.
wife made me some more of her homemade hot chocolate mix, that's what I need, milk! I parted with some as a gift to my mother. She said it's the best she's ever had. Then I said "And she's really old, so she's had a lot of hot chocolates."
Stoopid Chicago area stations are playing Da Bears instead of the Colts on tv. My mom gets both Chicago and South Bend stations so I'll have to watch the game over there Sunday.
P'Zones suck.
There was a boy at Megan's dad's who claimed his name was 2 and a half and he happened to be 2 and a half years old. I introduced myself as 24.
A woman is at her Mothers funeral. While there, she meets a man and automatically believes he's the one for her. She feels connected to him. But by the end of the funeral the man has left and she never had a chance to get his phone number or tell him how she feels.
Four days later, She kills her sister.
Why?
I have the answer, just want to see what people think.
lol, I feel like doing that (shooting someone for talking, not talking) during almost every movie I watch in theaters The other day I was watching Ghajini (a bad bollywood ripoff of Memento) and there was this guy talking over phone next to me, not even trying to lower his voice How I wish I had a weapon with me
Does anybody know what has happend to BETH E, she hasn't posted for months..
I know. I miss not seeing her around. I believe Geoff or SC said she had a new nephew who's taking her time. Maybe too, she just wanted to take a little break. Hope to see her back soon though.
Hi Whisper. How can you mess up stir fry and an oil/vinegar salad? I'm sure you'll do fine. Do you usually do your own cooking?
As far as good cooks, I know my grandmother and my mother are both great cooks, but then I suppose everyone thinks their mother is a good cook. Then again, there is nothing like Italian food IMHO.
Hi Whisper. How can you mess up stir fry and an oil/vinegar salad? I'm sure you'll do fine. Do you usually do your own cooking?
As far as good cooks, I know my grandmother and my mother are both great cooks, but then I suppose everyone thinks their mother is a good cook. Then again, there is nothing like Italian food IMHO.
TIS
Trust me, TIS, I can mess up any dish. And yes, I mostly do all my own cooking. Toast frequents my cheap dinner ware.
1 DUI and you need a breathalyzer installed in your car - for a first offense! 14 days to get one installed and if you drive a different car you can go to prison.
Yes Klyd. 2 daughters and 2 sons. They live down in Nottingham, De Niros neck of the woods, although one of the daughters now lives up here in Newcastle. I think my wife may travel down with her for the funeral.
My other friend whose daughter passed?
It is her funeral tomorrow. Any day is awful for a funeral but New Years Eve has to be right up there as the worst.
P.S. Hope you are bearing up well Klyd? You have had a lot on your plate over Christmas yourself.
I knew you could do it.
I really do need to quit, though... 
Beth's Mom. May all your wishes come true today and always.
Congrats, Whispy 
Quiet, TIS! You might wake up the crickets!
