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Here’s a Christmas Day open thread, to try out a new LGF Blog tool that splits front page posts into an excerpt and a “below the fold” full page. (We had the feature before, but the new method simplifies things.)
Here’s the rest of the post, which says nothing and exists only for testing purposes.
696 comments
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:12:35pm |
re: #2 gclaghorn
This space intentionally left blank.
Hmmm, just like my bank account and my mind.... ;p
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Leauki Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:13:23pm |
Hate the new feature. It means that when on a slow connection the page loads for two minutes and I still cannot read the articles.
Hate the excerpt and below the fold feature on all Web sites it appears on!
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Conservative in Liberal Hands Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:13:27pm |
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BlueCanuck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:13:49pm |
Once again. Merry Christmas! And from a goyim, Happy Hanukkah.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:15:36pm |
Charles:
Is the "%%fold%%" supposed to show up on the comments page?
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yochanan Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:15:39pm |
re: #8 BlueCanuck
there two of you blue? that is the plural form of the word.
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SlartyBartfast Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:20:15pm |
Looks like the Phoenix, AZ, police department got a nice Christmas present:
Los Angeles (AP) - The Phoenix Police Department has gotten some high-powered goodies courtesy of actor David Spade.
The one-time Phoenix resident donated $100,000 so that the department can buy approximately 50 AR-15 rifles.
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BlueCanuck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:22:37pm |
re: #11 yochanan
Well sometimes I am beside myself, does that count?
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amphibian Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:24:10pm |
First of all, a merry Christmas to all the Christian lizards. Thank you, Charles, for running this site.
Second. Interesting idea, but if I may suggest an improvement, could hovering over the link pop up the longer version, as it does in the news items at the top of the page? It (still) takes a while to download a page of LGF, so this will both save space on the front page, and make all the information available without additional clickage.
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:24:16pm |
A Merry Christmas to all who celebrate it! If you are traveling, be safe, arrive alive! We are all going to need each other in the weeks to come.
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:24:56pm |
Registration is now open. Wonder what we are going to get today?
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:26:51pm |
re: #18 Bubblehead II
Registration is now open. Wonder what we are going to get today?
Will we have some nice gamey troll buttocks for Christmas dinner?
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:27:29pm |
re: #14 SlartyBartfast
Looks like the Phoenix, AZ, police department got a nice Christmas present:
If I lived in Phoenix this would not make me feel secure...
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:27:47pm |
re: #20 gclaghorn
Will we have some nice gamey troll buttocks for Christmas dinner?
Most likely..... ;)
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Gavriel Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:27:51pm |
(repost from prior thread)
Tonight is the fifth night of Chanukah.
Because of the way the Hebrew calendar is set, the fifth night can never land on the Sabbath, implying a great spiritual darkness.
"This is the potential of the Hanukkah candle -- to illuminate the greatest darkness."
"The Rebbe" Menachem Mendel Schneerson
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:29:33pm |
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Charles Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:32:21pm |
re: #10 gclaghorn
Charles:
Is the "%%fold%%" supposed to show up on the comments page?
No, that was a special feature, now fixed.
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:32:50pm |
re: #20 gclaghorn
Hope not, the cooking time is so variable. Some are done right away while others take hours before they are done. Besides, I don't really have any good recipes.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:33:50pm |
re: #26 Bubblehead II
Hope not, the cooking time is so variable. Some are done right away while others take hours before they are done. Besides, I don't really have any good recipes.
Oh, yes, yes, of course. Have you ever tried the troll flambe? It's to die for.
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CapeCoddah Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:34:20pm |
Merry Christmas , Happy Chanukah and happy holidays to everyone! Hope everyone had a wonderful day!
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big steve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:35:09pm |
So did anyone get anything good from Santa......I got a Blu Ray.
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right_in_canada Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:35:21pm |
I would like to wish every one here a very happy and healthy Christmas ! All the best ! :-)
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:35:34pm |
re: #25 Charles
No, that was a special feature, now fixed.
Groovy! I might be in the minority here, but I don't have a problem with the "below the fold" feature. Makes it easy for me to skim when I'm in a hurry.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:36:14pm |
re: #25 Charles
No, that was a special feature, now fixed.
Special feature? You, ummm, every work for Intel?
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Charles Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:37:08pm |
That '%%FOLD%%' you saw is an LGF Blog command that tells the page generation modules to break the article at that point on the front page, and insert a link to the full thing.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:37:20pm |
re: #33 doriangrey
Special feature? You, ummm, every work for Intel?
"It's not a bug, it's a feature!"
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Conservative in Liberal Hands Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:37:22pm |
By the way... did anybody notice that Santa left the registration window open? Welcome New hatchlings!
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Conservative in Liberal Hands Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:38:31pm |
Light the lights in the Midwest. Sundown stared a little while ago...
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:38:32pm |
re: #34 Charles
That '%%FOLD%%' you saw is an LGF Blog command that tells the page generation modules to break the article at that point on the front page, and insert a link to the full thing.
Charles:
When it comes to PHP templates, do you recommend using something like Smarty or coding it by hand?
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:39:09pm |
re: #35 gclaghorn
"It's not a bug, it's a feature!"
Errata.... Which at Intel translates to special Feature... ;)
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:39:38pm |
re: #33 doriangrey
Special feature? You, ummm, every work for
IntelMicrosoft?
Fixed that for ya. :-)
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eddiespaghetti Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:41:36pm |
Merry Xmas everyone. Raining in Socal, consider myself lucky.
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x-wing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:41:43pm |
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Gavriel Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:42:37pm |
re: #41 Bubblehead II
How many Microsoft programmers does it take to change a light bulb?
None, they just declare darkness a standard.
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Big Steve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:43:51pm |
So Big Man.....how you still liking the Kindle? I asked Santa for one but I made a tactical error. A few weeks I mentioned to Mrs Big Steve that my 2009 Goal was to fall off of the Continental Airlines Platinum Elite status and not travel as much. When the Kindle didn't arrive under the tree, I was told it was due to not traveling as much and not needing it. Humph!
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Gavriel Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:44:19pm |
How many Intel engineers does it take to change a light bulb?
0.999999875
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Conservative in Liberal Hands Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:44:25pm |
re: #44 Gavriel
Q: How many Programmers does it take to change a lightbulb?
A: None! It's a hardware issue...
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nyc redneck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:45:25pm |
re: #46 Big Steve
So Big Man.....how you still liking the Kindle? I asked Santa for one but I made a tactical error. A few weeks I mentioned to Mrs Big Steve that my 2009 Goal was to fall off of the Continental Airlines Platinum Elite status and not travel as much. When the Kindle didn't arrive under the tree, I was told it was due to not traveling as much and not needing it. Humph!
hey, i didn't get my unicorn?
:(
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x-wing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:45:38pm |
re: #43 x-wing
I'll take your word for it.
/computer illeterate here ;>}
And spelling challenged too. Jeez
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snowcrash Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:46:17pm |
re: #45 nyc redneck
Merry Christmas or Happy Chanukah! Did you get your rainbow colored unicorn with flowing pink mane from the Presiden elect? Got mine last night LOL.
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Gavriel Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:46:23pm |
re: #48 Conservative in Liberal Hands
Well, it is a hardware problem.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:46:43pm |
re: #48 Conservative in Liberal Hands
Q: How many Programmers does it take to change a lightbulb?
A: None! It's a hardware issue...
Q: How many Linux Programmers does it take to change a light bulb...
A: 10, but when they're dont it wont be a light bulb anymore....
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Big Steve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:46:52pm |
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:47:07pm |
re: #51 snowcrash
Merry Christmas or Happy Chanukah! Did you get your rainbow colored unicorn with flowing pink mane from the Presiden elect? Got mine last night LOL.
Mine must be lost in the mail.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:47:45pm |
re: #54 Big Steve
its coming....UPS is just slow.
Everybody knows unicorns were sent out via Fedex. ;)
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Big Steve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:47:53pm |
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snowcrash Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:47:54pm |
re: #57 gclaghorn
Maybe it is comming from Hawaii.
Keep the faith. LOL
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:48:05pm |
re: #44 Gavriel
How many Microsoft programmers does it take to change a light bulb?
None, they just declare darkness a standard.
Gavriel -
The MS programmers DO get the light changed after leaving an extra GB on your hard drive and requiring 2x the RAM.
-S-
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Charles Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:49:04pm |
re: #39 gclaghorn
Charles:
When it comes to PHP templates, do you recommend using something like Smarty or coding it by hand?
I don't use Smarty; LGF has a small library of command tags that can be inserted into posts for different purposes - like images, videos, audio, etc. They aren't simple template tags, they can actually trigger entire sub-scripts according to the context.
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Conservative in Liberal Hands Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:49:50pm |
re: #52 Gavriel
Yes, it is. And the only question is "how expensive will it be to fix it?"
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Killian Bundy Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:50:04pm |
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:50:13pm |
re: #62 Charles
Well, I do it by hand - your mileage may differ.
I just think Smarty has too many features - looking at some of them, I don't think I would ever have any use for them and they would therefore just be a waste of space. I think I'll just do it by hand.
Thanks!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:50:29pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:51:20pm |
re: #67 doriangrey
when ya gotta go back to da sawmill partner?
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nyc redneck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:51:46pm |
re: #51 snowcrash
Merry Christmas or Happy Chanukah! Did you get your rainbow colored unicorn with flowing pink mane from the Presiden elect? Got mine last night LOL.
hey {snowcrash}, merry christmas.
i am so happy you got your unicorn, tho i did NOT get mine.
what does yours look like. can it fly?
it is possible mine might arrive this week. i realize i was very specific in my request.
could have been a problem for the O.
tho i don't know how? i mean if he can make the ocean level recede, how problematic is a simple request for a magical creature.
really?
i want my unicorn, i want my unicorn.
:D
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Conservative in Liberal Hands Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:51:47pm |
re: #66 gclaghorn
May I suggest a hybrid approach? Using a tool to generate code and then optimizing it by hand is an admittedly old-fashioned approach, but one that in a lot of cases, works well.
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bbuddha Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:52:50pm |
re: #59 Big Steve
lol Nope, already have the key. The front emblem just tends to chip and fade. My honey bought a new one with a protective shield.
I don't mind when he buys jewelry for the car since he buys me some also.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:53:22pm |
re: #70 Conservative in Liberal Hands
May I suggest a hybrid approach? Using a tool to generate code and then optimizing it by hand is an admittedly old-fashioned approach, but one that in a lot of cases, works well.
I thought about that, too. It's another consideration.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:53:40pm |
re: #68 apachegunner
when ya gotta go back to da sawmill partner?
Monday morning... Maybe... Yesterday my Camery decided to start leaking oil like the Exxon Valdez.... I could have a serious problem... Which I intend to look into just as soon as it stops raining... which it hasn't done now for the last four days.... ;(
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:54:35pm |
Happy Christmas all! Anyhow... lol I need advise, suggestions opinions because looks like potential trouble on the way! holy crap!
In a nut shell, a "friend" came to stay here 3 months ago and was sponging off of me the whole time. I finally kicked her out and she's worn out her welcome at the other place. A neighbor here who is a piano player who has given her a signing gig with him offered to let her stay in the spare area of the basement in our building.
I will not let this person ever step foot in my apartment even if it snows again! Thing is, the piano player picked up a futon last month that was free for the taking so that when she was staying here, she had something other than the blow up bed. She left here 2 weeks ago, thank god, but now that she is returning, he believes I have an obligation to give her that futon, since he picked it up in his van and now tells me what a huge inconvenience it was to do that. I don't even want her anywhere near this building!
Do I have an obligation to give them the futon which I've been using as a sofa or is it tough shit for her and for him? They are only friends who work together and not a relationship. I told him I really don't want her here and I'll give her the blow up bed. He is really pissed at me for keeping the futon for myself.
Okay.... please advise! thank you.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:54:47pm |
re: #69 nyc redneck
hey {snowcrash}, merry christmas.
i am so happy you got your unicorn, tho i did NOT get mine.
what does yours look like. can it fly?
it is possible mine might arrive this week. i realize i was very specific in my request.
could have been a problem for the O.
tho i don't know how? i mean if he can make the ocean level recede, how problematic is a simple request for a magical creature.
really?
i want my unicorn, i want my unicorn.
:D
I want one that is shiny. Do they have the unicorns that are shiny? It would be really nice if my unicorn were shiny. Then I could fly all over the world on my shiny, shiny unicorn.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:56:35pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
keep the futon, i repeat, keep the futon. if you giving her the blowup bed you've done enuf. maby she'll also be mad and refuse the invite to the basement. problem solved.
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debutaunt Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:56:36pm |
re: #76 gclaghorn
I want one that is shiny. Do they have the unicorns that are shiny? It would be really nice if my unicorn were shiny. Then I could fly all over the world on my shiny, shiny unicorn.
I'm guessing ADD.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:56:52pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
Happy Christmas all! Anyhow... lol I need advise, suggestions opinions because looks like potential trouble on the way! holy crap!
In a nut shell, a "friend" came to stay here 3 months ago and was sponging off of me the whole time. I finally kicked her out and she's worn out her welcome at the other place. A neighbor here who is a piano player who has given her a signing gig with him offered to let her stay in the spare area of the basement in our building.
I will not let this person ever step foot in my apartment even if it snows again! Thing is, the piano player picked up a futon last month that was free for the taking so that when she was staying here, she had something other than the blow up bed. She left here 2 weeks ago, thank god, but now that she is returning, he believes I have an obligation to give her that futon, since he picked it up in his van and now tells me what a huge inconvenience it was to do that. I don't even want her anywhere near this building!
Do I have an obligation to give them the futon which I've been using as a sofa or is it tough shit for her and for him? They are only friends who work together and not a relationship. I told him I really don't want her here and I'll give her the blow up bed. He is really pissed at me for keeping the futon for myself.
Okay.... please advise! thank you.
If giving up the futon helps keep her away from you, I'd give up the futon and consider myself lucky...
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:57:03pm |
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bbuddha Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:57:05pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
Doesn't sound like you have an obligation to give her anything. picking up a free object for someone else doesn't then give you the right to tell them what to do with it. sorry about that experience, that type of thing can really sour you.
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snowcrash Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:57:47pm |
re: #69 nyc redneck
Just plain old white one with a gold horn. Standard issue, no wings, regular manure not rainbow. Maybe your custom one takes longer. LOL
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:58:08pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
Happy Christmas all! Anyhow... lol I need advise, suggestions opinions because looks like potential trouble on the way! holy crap!
In a nut shell, a "friend" came to stay here 3 months ago and was sponging off of me the whole time. I finally kicked her out and she's worn out her welcome at the other place. A neighbor here who is a piano player who has given her a signing gig with him offered to let her stay in the spare area of the basement in our building.
I will not let this person ever step foot in my apartment even if it snows again! Thing is, the piano player picked up a futon last month that was free for the taking so that when she was staying here, she had something other than the blow up bed. She left here 2 weeks ago, thank god, but now that she is returning, he believes I have an obligation to give her that futon, since he picked it up in his van and now tells me what a huge inconvenience it was to do that. I don't even want her anywhere near this building!
Do I have an obligation to give them the futon which I've been using as a sofa or is it tough shit for her and for him? They are only friends who work together and not a relationship. I told him I really don't want her here and I'll give her the blow up bed. He is really pissed at me for keeping the futon for myself.
Okay.... please advise! thank you.
It's not like the piano player payed for the futon or anything. Think about it: if they were to sue you, what would they sue you for, the cost of the futon ($0)?
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:58:12pm |
re: #73 doriangrey
4 days of rain in Southern California? Wow, that is an epic amount. Hope the flood ways are all clear of bums, er, I mean the Homeless.
We had a heck of a squall move in this morning, just before dawn, we had thunder and lightning, small hail and pounding rain. But, it all cleared up in time for our annual walk at the beach, which was the usual 4 miles, but today I needed the full wet gear. Right now it is gorgeous.
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nyc redneck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 2:58:26pm |
re: #76 gclaghorn
I want one that is shiny. Do they have the unicorns that are shiny? It would be really nice if my unicorn were shiny. Then I could fly all over the world on my shiny, shiny unicorn.
you may be waiting longer than i, for a shiny one.
i never heard of such a thing.
at least for a live unicorn but i do hope you get it.
i can't wait to zoom over central park, just above the trees.
i hope to see you in the air.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:00:06pm |
re: #84 rawmuse
4 days of rain in Southern California? Wow, that is an epic amount. Hope the flood ways are all clear of
bums, er, I mean the Homeless.We had a heck of a squall move in this morning, just before dawn, we had thunder and lightning, small hail and pounding rain. But, it all cleared up in time for our annual walk at the beach, which was the usual 4 miles, but today I needed the full wet gear. Right now it is gorgeous.
It's actually been pretty bad down stream from me. Couple people drowned and quite a few animals...
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Charles Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:00:29pm |
Interesting. Someone using an IP in Denmark tried to register four accounts.
Buh bye, Denmark guy. Rules say: don't register multiple accounts.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:00:31pm |
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CapeCoddah Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:01:07pm |
Sad News, Eartha Kitt has died at age 81. Loved her music, RIP.
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:01:10pm |
I didn't think I was obligated to give it back but I wanted to check. These are all very forceful people with big tempers. There was no agreement. It was in my place to use for guests and she left.
I told him I don't want her back here because she will never leave! I now have a sofa and can actually have guests. Makes my apartment feel like a home. And if she is too cozy in the basement, that's not good!
I was shocked he got mad that I offered the blow up bed and not the futon. Having neighbors angry isnt' fun, but neither is being bullied and manipulated.
Would it be uncool for me to tell the landlord?
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:01:31pm |
re: #90 Dustyvet
Over in the egg nogg bowl, swimming...:)
Apparently at least one has managed to drown there as well... ;p
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:01:45pm |
It's not like the piano player payed for the futon or anything. Think about it: if they were to sue you, what would they sue you for, the cost of the futon ($0)?
LOL That's what I'll tell him.
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:02:12pm |
re: #92 CapeCoddah
Sad News, Eartha Kitt has died at age 81. Loved her music, RIP.
Aww, that is too bad. I saw her live just last year in Seattle. She was a sexy momma even then. She recorded "Santa Baby".
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:03:00pm |
re: #89 Charles
Interesting. Someone using an IP in Denmark tried to register four accounts.
Buh bye, Denmark guy. Rules say: don't register multiple accounts.
Sounds like somebody in Denmark has major identity issues.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:03:10pm |
re: #89 Charles
Interesting. Someone using an IP in Denmark tried to register four accounts.
Buh bye, Denmark guy. Rules say: don't register multiple accounts.
did you have to make an exception for Rancher and Rustler for their accounts Charles?
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:03:28pm |
re: #93 Teacake!
No, because if she doesn't have a lease, she is basically squatting and stealing from the Landlord.
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experiencedtraveller Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:03:34pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:04:12pm |
re: #95 grassrootsrally
welcome to the lizard kingdom grass. be good and stay outta trouble!
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:04:15pm |
re: #101 gclaghorn
Sounds like somebody in Denmark has major identity issues.
Something stinks in Denmark?
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grassrootsrally Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:04:34pm |
What would happen if some lizard's computer crashed and they HAD to re-register?
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Kilroy Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:04:46pm |
Just wished an old friend Merry Christmas--he reminds me that times are just fine-he spent Christmas in Bastogne,1944,couldn't understand why all their trucks moved out of Paris -he's never fired a rifle before or since!Many thanks and best wishes for those who serve-Merry Christmas!
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:04:51pm |
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SlartyBartfast Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:05:31pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
Just remember, friends come and go but enemies accumulate.
Meanwhile, I've always wanted to say this: "Fire Futon Torpedoes!"
/free advice, worth every penny
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:05:40pm |
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:05:49pm |
No to tell the landlord or no what? If I tell her, it will piss off the neighbor and then other neighbors might be pissed at me.
I'm nervous that she is going to try to find a way to use my shower, kitchen, give me shit about the futon. God I hate leeches and pushy people.
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least Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:06:19pm |
Re: #6 :
2 down-dings 'cause the guy doesn't like the new feature!?
Lighten up, guys.
Seriously.
As an aside, I heard a guy say that Jesus is the only human who ever asked to be born.
Those who've raised their chirruns through the teen years know 'zack'ly what I'm talking 'bout.
Blessings to alla yez!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:06:36pm |
re: #107 grassrootsrally
What would happen if some lizard's computer crashed and they HAD to re-register?
Your computer crashing wont affect anything unless you cant remember you nic and password.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:06:37pm |
re: #94 doriangrey
Apparently at least one has managed to drown there as well... ;p
OMG! Search and Rescue is dragging the Bowl!
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:07:16pm |
re: #89 Charles
A member of Vlaams Belang, perhaps?
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:07:25pm |
re: #116 least
Re: #6 :
2 down-dings 'cause the guy doesn't like the new feature!?
Lighten up, guys.
Seriously.
There were nicer ways to say it then, "I hate this, I hate that, whine whine whine."
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:07:43pm |
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:07:45pm |
Heehee maybe tell him if he wants to get me a sofa to replace the futon, its all hers. I'm being pulled into something that isn't my problem. I guess I should tell him he's on his own too. I want nothing to do with her return. Thanks everyone for the moral support.
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nyc redneck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:08:22pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
i think you should answer the question of why you want to keep the futon.
if you want and need it, keep it.
if you are keeping it to cause problems for the person who wore out her welcome,
then that is a deeper issue. i'm trying to imagine myself in your situation, if the person was a real sob, i might pitch the futon on the street in the rain (if i didn't need it) but if she was just a bore who wore out her welcome, i would give her the futon.
sometimes it is impossible to reward people for bad behavior, even if you want to.
how bad was her transgression? did she try to steal your guy=no futon.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:08:42pm |
re: #118 Dustyvet
OMG! Search and Rescue is dragging the Bowl!
But do they have to drag the bowl by drinking it dry?
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:09:44pm |
re: #124 doriangrey
But do they have to drag the bowl by drinking it dry?
Nah, they using a small RC boat...:)
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jaunte Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:09:58pm |
re: #122 Teacake!
It's likely everyone in your building has a lease that specifies no guests stay beyond a fixed period (7 days, here). So you have the law on your side, versus only tempers. Keep the futon if you want it.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:11:03pm |
re: #122 Teacake!
Heehee maybe tell him if he wants to get me a sofa to replace the futon, its all hers. I'm being pulled into something that isn't my problem. I guess I should tell him he's on his own too. I want nothing to do with her return. Thanks everyone for the moral support.
maby "he" has a thing for "she"?
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:11:17pm |
re: #126 jaunte
It's likely everyone in your building has a lease that specifies no guests stay beyond a fixed period (7 days, here). So you have the law on your side, versus only tempers. Keep the futon if you want it.
House guests and garbage start to reek after three days...
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:11:35pm |
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:11:39pm |
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:11:39pm |
re: #112 SlartyBartfast
Just remember, friends come and go but enemies accumulate.
Meanwhile, I've always wanted to say this: "Fire Futon Torpedoes!"
/free advice, worth every penny
Damn the futon torpedoes!
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:11:49pm |
re: #114 Teacake!
I say give them the futon and get rid of the freeloader for good. It's a small price to pay. You can always pick a thrift store or yard sale couch for 50 bucks.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:12:03pm |
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:12:36pm |
nyc redneck - I like it! I didn't have a sofa at all and I was so happy to finally have one! I fixed it up really nice with fabric paint. I don't have a car so I can't get things on my own. I resented his telling me I had to return it. As if his picking it up made it his forever to tell me how to use it. He's a big time lefty and druggy too.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:13:05pm |
re: #132 Killgore Trout
I say give them the futon and get rid of the freeloader for good. It's a small price to pay. You can always pick a thrift store or yard sale couch for 50 bucks.
50 bucks? where is this? Egartowne?
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:13:13pm |
re: #134 Teacake!
nyc redneck - I like it! I didn't have a sofa at all and I was so happy to finally have one! I fixed it up really nice with fabric paint. I don't have a car so I can't get things on my own. I resented his telling me I had to return it. As if his picking it up made it his forever to tell me how to use it. He's a big time lefty and druggy too.
Keep it. Especially since you did so much work to make it look nice.
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nyc redneck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:13:35pm |
re: #134 Teacake!
nyc redneck - I like it! I didn't have a sofa at all and I was so happy to finally have one! I fixed it up really nice with fabric paint. I don't have a car so I can't get things on my own. I resented his telling me I had to return it. As if his picking it up made it his forever to tell me how to use it. He's a big time lefty and druggy too.
KEEP IT.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:14:19pm |
re: #135 apachegunner
I bought a like new LazyBoy recliner a few years ago for 30 bucks. I love that thing.
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lobo91 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:14:39pm |
re: #29 big steve
So did anyone get anything good from Santa......I got a Blu Ray.
I got a Kindle, after Amazon told my wife to expect it sometime in about 2010 (apparently, there was a big sales stampede after Oprah featured it on her show).
It's pretty cool, so far. LGF looks okay on it, but I was disappointed to learn that all you can see is the posts themselves, and not the comments.
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jaunte Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:14:40pm |
re: #130 NY Nana
Happy Hanukka, NY Nana! Those latkes look good.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:15:08pm |
re: #140 Killgore Trout
yeah, I have a green leather one that is almost 20 years old and still one of my favorites :>)
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:15:09pm |
apachegunner - nah..... she's a disabled 60 year old. She sings with him at his gig and it just makes his job more pleasant. She is a good singer.
If I had money and a car I'd be more than happy to give it to them. Having a sofa now is so nice! I can have people over now and not have them sit on pillows and the floor. LOL
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:16:33pm |
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Macker Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:17:10pm |
It works! Charles, can you modify it so the below-fold entry goes right into comments?
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:17:23pm |
re: #144 Teacake!
well then, probably best to not answer the door huh?
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Teacake! Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:17:29pm |
Thanks all. I have nothing to do with her returning so if he wants to be mad at me, so be it. It was free and I thought I was free of the sponge.
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yochanan Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:17:30pm |
re: #48 Conservative in Liberal Hands
Q: How many Programmers does it take to change a lightbulb?
A: None! It's a hardware issue...
how many chicagostan city workers/?
4, 3 to watch and 1 to do it
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:17:57pm |
re: #133 gclaghorn
Oh, that sounds absolutely delightful. :)
On Sunday, when the kids, grandkids, daughters in law and son in law come? Somehow the latkes never get out of the kitchen to the table, as they all sneak in and take them off the cookie tins that I line with paper towels to drain the oil! And this is while I'm still frying more. One of the adults has to pick up the 2-year old grandson so he can grab reach!
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Macker Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:18:15pm |
ATTENTION LIZARDS! I'm testing some Internet Broadcasting software...if you're up to it, and if it's OK with Charles & Stinky, please click here!
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:18:21pm |
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nyc redneck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:19:10pm |
re: #146 apachegunner
i don't watch opra
nor do i.
i think she gains and loses weight just so she can have something to talk abt.
some of my friends tape her show, if they have to miss one.
i find her boring.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:19:31pm |
Gotta go, lizards. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and a groovy festivus to all.
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lobo91 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:19:33pm |
re: #145 apachegunner
what is a "kindle"?
The Kindle is an electronic book device, sold by Amazon.
It has a built-in wireless connection that lets you download books directly to it, without having to use a PC or anything. Very cool, epecially for someone like me who's away from home about 300 days a year.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:19:51pm |
re: #154 Macker
Playing Female of the Species now. Seems to work fine.
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:20:42pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:20:52pm |
re: #158 lobo91
so you can download a LGF thread and read?
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grassrootsrally Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:21:45pm |
Charles, this Lizard has a problem. Can I email you?
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:23:10pm |
re: #44 Gavriel
How many Microsoft programmers does it take to change a light bulb?
None, they just declare darkness a standard.
could be worse. They could declare it a special feature and charge extra for it. ;-)>
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debutaunt Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:23:18pm |
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lobo91 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:23:31pm |
re: #161 apachegunner
so you can download a LGF thread and read?
Not exactly. Along with books, you can subscribe to newspapers, magazines, and blogs with it.
I haven't checked any other blogs, but with LGF, all I can see on it is the posts Charles makes on the main page (and any links embedded in them work, too). But the comments aren't accessible, as far as I can tell.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:24:01pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:24:29pm |
re: #164 grassrootsrally
calif, denmark, whats the diff?
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nyc redneck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:24:30pm |
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Charles Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:24:43pm |
re: #162 grassrootsrally
It's not a problem to re-register if you lost an email account or something -- that rule is specifically intended for cases like this where one person tries to register multiple accounts all at once.
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least Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:24:46pm |
re: #120 gclaghorn
There were nicer ways to say it then, "I hate this, I hate that, whine whine whine."
I guessed that the reason for it was something like that.
But I feel that your definition of what constitutes whining is just a little . . . um . . . excessive.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:26:06pm |
re: #172 Charles
It's not a problem to re-register if you lost an email account or something -- that rule is specifically intended for cases like this where one person tries to register multiple accounts all at once.
Charles I had asked a question about Rancher and Rustler earlier upthread did you miss it?
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:26:28pm |
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debutaunt Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:26:56pm |
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grassrootsrally Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:27:01pm |
Just cancel my registration (this one), I thought I couldn't sign on because I went from PC to Macbook when, really, I forgot I made a NEW password. I'm embarrassed and sorry to make a problem.
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Vet_Missing_Parts (1LT, Ret) Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:28:15pm |
Charles,
Can the below the fold stuff include the link to the last poster, etc, you get above the fold? That's a handy feature.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:28:40pm |
re: #178 apachegunner
hello again hoops
Half time Celtics/Lakers
Kode had a ltttle ad thanking the troops and saying he always prays for them..
I'm not saying he sounded insincere or anything...
Mayday! Mayday! they are not buying the BullSh*T!
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:28:49pm |
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CyanSnowHawk Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:28:55pm |
re: #12 yochanan
PIMF merry not marry
Glad you clarified that. Women named Christmas are pretty rare.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:28:56pm |
re: #180 grassrootsrally
don't fret grass, i made that mistake myself a while back but got busted before i had realized it was a mistake. that stuff is watched closely be the big lizard
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Charles Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:29:34pm |
This year I think I'm going to skip the second 'Anti-Idiotarian' award and just have a simple poll for the most dismal idiot of the year.
I don't think Cox and Forkum are doing this kind of thing any more, so we may have to forego the trademark illustration.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:29:48pm |
re: #180 grassrootsrally
Just cancel my registration (this one), I thought I couldn't sign on because I went from PC to Macbook when, really, I forgot I made a NEW password. I'm embarrassed and sorry to make a problem.
Cool nic..So who are you going to be when you log in again?
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:30:20pm |
re: #184 CyanSnowHawk
Glad you clarified that. Women named Christmas are pretty rare.
I had one call me from the IRS. Said her name was Christmas Blossom.
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lobo91 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:31:06pm |
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:31:18pm |
re: #182 HoosierHoops
Half time Celtics/Lakers
Kode had a ltttle ad thanking the troops and saying he always prays for them..
I'm not saying he sounded insincere or anything...
Mayday! Mayday! they are not buying the BullSh*T!
Celts need to finish their layups. Oh, and playing D wouldn't hurt too!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:31:24pm |
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debutaunt Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:31:42pm |
re: #188 apachegunner
I had one call me from the IRS. Said her name was Christmas Blossom.
Middle name cactus?
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:32:23pm |
re: #192 debutaunt
haha, that would fit being from the IRS huh?
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revobob Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:32:46pm |
re: #92 CapeCoddah
Sad News, Eartha Kitt has died at age 81. Loved her music, RIP.
She was a heckuva Catwoman on the old 60s Batman TV show too!
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CapeCoddah Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:33:16pm |
re: #186 Charles
LOL! Lots of front runners for that one!
A 12 way tie?
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grassrootsrally Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:33:32pm |
#187: Pls wait 'til I simmer down about it and I'll tell you. LOL But, now I want to keep grassrootsrally and get rid of the original one! LOL
I'm a problem, I know. Sorry, Charles
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:33:47pm |
re: #142 jaunte
Thanks! Not mine, but they look pretty similar.
Just help yourself...there is a never-ending supply on the .gif. Sunday I can send you some virtually! ;)
I am so happy that someone invented food processors. Years ago, my knuckles almost were shredded into the latke battter whenever I made them! A grater is not fun unless you are a masochist.
I have been using the same recipe for eons, as it gives the exact measurements of the ingredients...much easier to deal with when you are cooking for so many.
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Charles Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:34:48pm |
re: #199 grassrootsrally
#187: Pls wait 'til I simmer down about it and I'll tell you. LOL But, now I want to keep grassrootsrally and get rid of the original one! LOL
I'm a problem, I know. Sorry, Charles
Not a problem. Just stop using the old one.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:35:27pm |
re: #193 Macker
I take requests.
Click my nic.... ;) I'm sure there is something good there you could play... ;p
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:35:35pm |
re: #199 grassrootsrally
I had asked Charles exactly that when I did it. Never got a response.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:36:04pm |
re: #190 Bloodnok
Celts need to finish their layups. Oh, and playing D wouldn't hurt too!
Anybody you mind trading to the Pacers? GM? President? Ball boy? Janitors?
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:36:23pm |
ah I see, your more fortunate grass. the big lizard blessed ya, right on.
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least Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:36:30pm |
re: #186 CharlesSo many choices . . . might turn out to be a big, big poll.
C & F will be missed.
Biden.
Sully.
Reid.
Franken.
San Fran Nan.
Like eatin peanuts or popcorn.
Where do we stop.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:37:16pm |
re: #203 doriangrey
Click my nic.... ;) I'm sure there is something good there you could play... ;p
Dorian, is that you?
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:38:42pm |
re: #205 HoosierHoops
Anybody you mind trading to the Pacers? GM? President? Ball boy? Janitors?
Scalabrine is yours. Merry Christmas!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:38:44pm |
re: #208 apachegunner
Dorian, is that you?
ROTFLMAO.... Of course it is.... Didn't you know I was a Nearly Practically Almost Famous Rock Star?
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:38:46pm |
re: #207 least
So many choices . . . might turn out to be a big, big poll.
C & F will be missed.
Biden.
Sully.
Reid.
Franken.
San Fran Nan.
Like eatin peanuts or popcorn.
Where do we stop.
Don't fowget Bawney Fwanks.
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Scooter McGruder Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:38:51pm |
That was very slow. I think this new "feature" needs more work?
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lifeofthemind Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:39:22pm |
says nothing and exists only for testing purposes
Geez Charles does every thread have to be about politicians?
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:39:33pm |
re: #210 Bloodnok
Scalabrine is yours. Merry Christmas!
LOL
Kobe interview is on..what do you think of him?
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:39:36pm |
re: #211 doriangrey
no, I had no idea. your kidding me right :;>)
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least Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:39:59pm |
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steve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:40:12pm |
I hope this does not ruin anyones Christmas Dinner:
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:40:15pm |
re: #214 lifeofthemind
Geez Charles does every thread have to be about politicians?
IF ONLY politicians were like that... ;p
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:40:24pm |
re: #215 HoosierHoops
he was great when he had jordan beside em
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:40:32pm |
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:40:44pm |
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:40:53pm |
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CyanSnowHawk Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:41:20pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:41:26pm |
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revobob Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:41:56pm |
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CyanSnowHawk Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:42:02pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:42:25pm |
re: #223 doriangrey
No... That really is me... ;)
ha! now the vette makes sense. but how does a rocker end up in carbon technology is what i can't figure out.
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:42:40pm |
Some friends of mine just got back from a music tour of Japan, says Japan not only still have Tower Records, but they have a 7 story one, a block city wide.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:42:49pm |
re: #225 apachegunner
if I do will dorian get my money?
Probably not... I actually have to sell quite a few before I see any money, the fee's eat up all my profits.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:42:52pm |
re: #225 apachegunner
if I do will dorian get my money?
Not till i get my bail-out!
thankfully the Kobe interview is over...I need some tums
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:43:26pm |
re: #230 doriangrey
are there samples of the music at that site?
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:43:39pm |
"A city block wide".
Geez, and I am sober.... PIMF
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grassrootsrally Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:44:17pm |
re: #204 apachegunner
probly cuz he's here, now..:) Thank you, Charles!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:44:30pm |
re: #228 apachegunner
ha! now the vette makes sense. but how does a rocker end up in carbon technology is what i can't figure out.
It's a long and rather tragic story. Which includes a lot of friends dying and my recording studio burning to the ground.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:45:00pm |
re: #230 doriangrey
Probably not... I actually have to sell quite a few before I see any money, the fee's eat up all my profits.
Dorian are you ala Hendricks, John, or Loggins?
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:45:13pm |
re: #233 apachegunner
are there samples of the music at that site?
All the songs are freely down loadable.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:45:39pm |
re: #229 rawmuse
Some friends of mine just got back from a music tour of Japan, says Japan not only still have Tower Records, but they have a 7 story one, a block city wide.
I miss tower records..I want to spend a week in Tokyo to check out the music scene..Santa blew me off
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CyanSnowHawk Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:45:40pm |
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:46:01pm |
re: #237 apachegunner
Dorian are you ala Hendricks, John, or Loggins?
Good question... Personally I think of myself as well ala ME... ;)
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:46:03pm |
re: #236 doriangrey
I am sorry. thanks for sharing before i got in my smarty pants mode. Makes you an interesting sort, I'll have to pay attention.
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:46:25pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:47:12pm |
re: #241 doriangrey
Good question... Personally I think of myself as well ala ME... ;)
well thats better than ala moe ;>)
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:47:39pm |
re: #239 HoosierHoops
I miss tower records..I want to spend a week in Tokyo to check out the music scene..Santa blew me off
The thing I miss about Tower Records is that they had a classical section (actually a separate room, usually) where it was quieter, and the help that they had in there were totally different from the help that were in the Pop and Rock sections. It was a nice contrast.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:47:58pm |
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:49:29pm |
re: #248 apachegunner
not in san diego
Hey, were getting our fair share of gloBULL warming here too ya know... ;p
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CyanSnowHawk Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:49:47pm |
Back to the Family gathering now.
Merry Christmas and a Happy Hanukkah* to you all.
*For all those that are celebrating some of the lesser known holidays, include yourself in the well wishes as well.
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revobob Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:50:15pm |
re: #228 apachegunner
ha! now the vette makes sense. but how does a rocker end up in carbon technology is what i can't figure out.
Backed into a stage light and turned some of the hair into nanotubes?
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:50:47pm |
So This Is Christmas by John Lennon
Just because
Now if I could find ALL of the Charlie Brown Christmas
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:51:14pm |
re: #251 revobob
Backed into a stage light and turned some of the hair into nanotubes?
Hey now... I resemble.... er resent that.... ;p
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:51:53pm |
Oh Yeah -
Lizardim -
Almost forgot - Did my Cyber-Mitzvah for the season last week - put together a system out of cast off stuff for a tenant who wanted to be online and already had TV and Phone with Cablevision.
As Follows:
eMachines Monster 500 (Converted to Windows 2000 Pro OS)
Dell 19" 3x4 Aspect Ratio LCD Screen
Canon Pixma MX-300 AIO Printer (USB Cable was STILL CONNECTED!)
Harmon-Kardon Speakers - 2.0 Stereo
MS Wired Laser Mouse (USB)
Dell Basic Keyboard (PS-2)
Digital Concepts (Sakar) 4 MP Electrocam with SD Card and Wire still there.
The tenant's expense was to buy Ink for the printer as it was almost out, probably why it along with the rest of the stuff was abandoned. Due to Landlord responsibilities for abandoned property, it was left that the components were "borrowed" from the Landlord. Trust me, this old guy will give them much more "reasonable care" than would happen in our storage area.
Added Picasa 3, Firefox 3, Open Office3, PC Doctor Anti-Spy, AVG 8 "Free," and Adobe Reader 9 with Firefox Adobe Add Ons/Plug Ins. His Cable Bill is more or less "the same" for the next year. AND - my 70'ish tenant is a Very Happy Camper. Makes you feel good when you DO good.
-S-
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revobob Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:52:54pm |
re: #251 revobob
Backed into a stage light and turned some of the hair into nanotubes?
Sorry Dorian- posted this before I saw your explanation- I apologize.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:53:50pm |
re: #254 Dr. Shalit
Merry Christmas Dr. S.
You are a good person..
/maybe better if you would at least gave them XP...LOL
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:55:25pm |
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apachegunner Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:56:52pm |
re: #253 doriangrey remind me to tell you of my days with The Taylor Compton Group back in the 80s.
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:56:52pm |
re: #180 grassrootsrally
Just cancel my registration (this one), I thought I couldn't sign on because I went from PC to Macbook when, really, I forgot I made a NEW password. I'm embarrassed and sorry to make a problem.
grass -
Do NOT be embarrassed, as time goes on, you will learn - probably more than you cared to. Been there, done that.
-S-
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snowcrash Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:58:02pm |
re: #252 Bubblehead II
Jingle Bells by The Barking Dogs is my favorite so I can't criticize. LOL
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:58:06pm |
re: #180 grassrootsrally
Looks to me that all systems are go, so DONT resign now!
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 3:59:40pm |
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grassrootsrally Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:02:19pm |
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bosforus Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:06:48pm |
Just stoppin' in to say Merry Christmas to everyone! Hope everyone is doing well. Enjoy the holidays!
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David IV of Georgia Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:07:41pm |
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IslandLibertarian Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:07:50pm |
Mele Kalikimaka.
We had our Christmas morning bike ride out to breakfast, then a ride to Diamond Head, now a relaxing afternoon in front of the flat screen.
Judah Ben Hur just defeated his Roman rival in a chariot race, driving a team of white horses provided by an Arab.....imagine that.....Great movie.............
But stay away from "The Day the Earth Stood Still" remake......SUCKS to the MAX! What a waste of $20 on Christmas Eve.
Hollywood, the lefts propaganda machine.
Peace!
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bosforus Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:10:48pm |
re: #267 IslandLibertarian
Mele Kalikimaka.
We had our Christmas morning bike ride out to breakfast, then a ride to Diamond Head, now a relaxing afternoon in front of the flat screen.
Judah Ben Hur just defeated his Roman rival in a chariot race, driving a team of white horses provided by an Arab.....imagine that.....Great movie.............
But stay away from "The Day the Earth Stood Still" remake......SUCKS to the MAX! What a waste of $20 on Christmas Eve.
Hollywood, the lefts propaganda machine.Peace!
Agreed. The Day the Earth Stood Still is atrocious. But to the left's credit, the original was made 50 years ago so they can't be blamed too much. Benjamin Button, pretty good if you're into long dramas. I'm not really, but it's still a good movie. Valkyrie, seeing it in a few hours.
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:11:34pm |
re: #215 HoosierHoops
LOL
Kobe interview is on..what do you think of him?
All I can say about that interview is that if KG were asked those questions he would have stared into the camera in a frightening way and said "We haven't won anything yet. We need to play better to get to the Finals. We're not looking ahead." Kobe seemed a little too comfortable.
(by the way, Big Ref is ripping us off! /kinda. Nah kudos to the Lakers, they're playing a great game.)
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bosforus Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:12:02pm |
re: #269 bosforus
Agreed. The Day the Earth Stood Still is atrocious. But to the left's credit, the original was made 50 years ago so they can't be blamed too much. Benjamin Button, pretty good if you're into long dramas. I'm not really, but it's still a good movie. Valkyrie, seeing it in a few hours.
And 7 pounds, meh. Nothing special. Just Will Smith saving the world again.
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So? Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:12:40pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
Happy Christmas all! Anyhow... lol I need advise, suggestions opinions because looks like potential trouble on the way! holy crap!
In a nut shell, a "friend" came to stay here 3 months ago and was sponging off of me the whole time. I finally kicked her out and she's worn out her welcome at the other place. A neighbor here who is a piano player who has given her a signing gig with him offered to let her stay in the spare area of the basement in our building.
I will not let this person ever step foot in my apartment even if it snows again! Thing is, the piano player picked up a futon last month that was free for the taking so that when she was staying here, she had something other than the blow up bed. She left here 2 weeks ago, thank god, but now that she is returning, he believes I have an obligation to give her that futon, since he picked it up in his van and now tells me what a huge inconvenience it was to do that. I don't even want her anywhere near this building!
Do I have an obligation to give them the futon which I've been using as a sofa or is it tough shit for her and for him? They are only friends who work together and not a relationship. I told him I really don't want her here and I'll give her the blow up bed. He is really pissed at me for keeping the futon for myself.
Okay.... please advise! thank you.
Sorry, Dear Abby & Ann Landers are both dead.
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gmsc Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:14:38pm |
Excellent article (h/t Instapundit):
Forget the car companies and Lehman Brothers. Two of the biggest states in the country are teetering on the edge of bankruptcy, thanks to ridiculous union agreements that can’t be changed.
If California and New York State were businesses, they'd be going bankrupt. If you're among the nearly 20 percent of Americans who live or work in these two states, the fiscal crisis is coming home for the holidays. And the worst is still on its way.
California, the world's eighth largest economy, will run out of money in March if the deadlocked legislature and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger can't come to an agreement on tax-hikes and spending cuts. Its bonds have been reduced to near-junk status after decades of borrowing and spending. State Treasurer Bill Lockyer summed up the situation in terms unhelpful to the tourist industry: "California's fiscal house is burning down."
In New York, Gov. David Paterson is trying to control a deficit, which has doubled to $15 billion since August. He proposed a potpourri of taxes and fees totaling $4 billion, ranging from non diet soft drinks, taxis, and iTunes purchases to high-end luxury items like fur coats and boats.
Soon after assuming office, Paterson said, "The era of buy now, pay later and later is over." To his credit, he is trying to walk the fiscally responsible talk, proposing $9 billion in spending-cuts and resisting a rise in state income taxes. But government budgets have become a beast that is almost impossible to tame. Paterson announced a hard line hiring freeze in July, only to find out in October that 31,684 new employees had been added to the state payroll.
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:15:24pm |
re: #256 HoosierHoops
Merry Christmas Dr. S.
You are a good person..
/maybe better if you would at least gave them XP...LOL
Hoosier -
2000 Pro was already there. Actually have the discs to convert to XP if/when it becomes an issue. As I get it, 2K Pro is a faster system on that machine than XP as memory is 256K. If I am wrong, please advise and I will convert the eMachine to XP - TOMORROW! - as with XP - it could run IE 7/8 and Media Player 11 (Wish I could Still Get MP 10!). As things stand now, it runs well on the "Optimum Network." Amazing how FireFox 3 runs without problems and IE-7/8 is Not Supported by the OS!
-S-
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David IV of Georgia Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:15:30pm |
re: #273 bosforus
Well, back to the festivities! Merry Christmas!
One party a day......Uuugh. <burp>
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BlueCanuck Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:16:35pm |
Well I am out for awhile. Off to the pub for dinner, and then a movie. Going to catch "The Tale of Despereaux". See you all after the midnight hour.
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:17:32pm |
re: #274 gmsc
The Left's assault on the Evil Corporations, like water dripping on a stone, is finally working.
Now, who will pay for all of their bloated Social Programs?
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:18:24pm |
re: #270 Bloodnok
All I can say about that interview is that if KG were asked those questions he would have stared into the camera in a frightening way and said "We haven't won anything yet. We need to play better to get to the Finals. We're not looking ahead." Kobe seemed a little too comfortable.
(by the way, Big Ref is ripping us off! /kinda. Nah kudos to the Lakers, they're playing a great game.)
Personally.. I don't like Kobe..
I would trade the entire Pacers team for him in a nanosecond.
It amazes me to see the beauty of his play..and his competitiveness..
Reminds me of when MJ bet a teammate after a road tour that his luggage would come off the conveyor first.. He paid off somebody just to win the bet.
The man would not lose at anything.. Kobe is one of the most competitive athletes alive.. I'd put Tiger first..
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So? Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:18:33pm |
re: #89 Charles
Interesting. Someone using an IP in Denmark tried to register four accounts.
Buh bye, Denmark guy. Rules say: don't register multiple accounts.
Maybe he has multiple personality disorder.
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gmsc Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:19:13pm |
re: #279 rawmuse
The Left's assault on the Evil Corporations, like water dripping on a stone, is finally working.
Now, who will pay for all of their bloated Social Programs?
They'll just start a program that punishes businesses for not paying for their social programs!
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:19:49pm |
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:19:58pm |
re: #276 Dr. Shalit
Hoosier -
2000 Pro was already there. Actually have the discs to convert to XP if/when it becomes an issue. As I get it, 2K Pro is a faster system on that machine than XP as memory is 256K. If I am wrong, please advise and I will convert the eMachine to XP - TOMORROW! - as with XP - it could run IE 7/8 and Media Player 11 (Wish I could Still Get MP 10!). As things stand now, it runs well on the "Optimum Network." Amazing how FireFox 3 runs without problems and IE-7/8 is Not Supported by the OS!
-S-
Oh 256k memory? That machine is just fine...
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CapeCoddah Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:21:53pm |
Funny Song:
"Its the most fattening time of the year"
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:22:45pm |
re: #282 HoosierHoops
Personally.. I don't like Kobe..
I would trade the entire Pacers team for him in a nanosecond.
It amazes me to see the beauty of his play..and his competitiveness..
Reminds me of when MJ bet a teammate after a road tour that his luggage would come off the conveyor first.. He paid off somebody just to win the bet.
The man would not lose at anything.. Kobe is one of the most competitive athletes alive.. I'd put Tiger first..
I agree with all of what you said. Nothing was more fun than watching MJ and some other player one-upping each other going one-on-one for 5 straight plays in a fourth quarter. Bird had it, Magic had it, Dominique had it, MJ personified it. For crying out loud, Chuck Person had it. I haven't forgotten those epic battles between Person and Bird. So much fun...
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godfrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:22:52pm |
Christmas blessing = glass of egg nog strengthened by irresponsibly large shot of Irish whiskey
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:22:59pm |
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gmsc Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:23:43pm |
re: #285 rawmuse
Not before we all go bankrupt.
That's the whole point of the article - New York and California could go bankrupt as soon as March.
It's a remarkable coincidence that those states who work so hard to protect unions via their laws seem to be having the most trouble, isn't it?
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Geepers Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:23:59pm |
Dr. Shalit (#276),
You can run XP with 256M of memory, I have it on two machines both with only 128M but they are slow and clog easily. I'd stick with 2000 for the time being.
And I got my USB turntable up and running, nothing could be easier. Recording the Pretenders first LP right now.
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godfrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:24:18pm |
Charles is listening to an album called "Chavez Ravine."
Does it contain a body?
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:24:19pm |
re: #282 HoosierHoops
Personally.. I don't like Kobe..
I would trade the entire Pacers team for him in a nanosecond.
It amazes me to see the beauty of his play..and his competitiveness..
Reminds me of when MJ bet a teammate after a road tour that his luggage would come off the conveyor first.. He paid off somebody just to win the bet.
The man would not lose at anything.. Kobe is one of the most competitive athletes alive.. I'd put Tiger first..
This has been a fantastic game, by the way. This half has been phenomenal so far.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:26:25pm |
re: #297 Bloodnok
This has been a fantastic game, by the way. This half has been phenomenal so far.
Just great ball!
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godfrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:27:22pm |
Would that we had politicans with a tenth of Kobe's competitiveness.
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rawmuse Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:27:39pm |
re: #294 gmsc
None of this news is lost on me. I live here. I know the drill.
My reasoning presently is that the situation can not be saved from itself.
The State will sink of its own weight, and have to be reformed from the ground up. All new contracts, major reforms.
Because, taxes can not go up forever. More businesses and people will leave the state, the people that produce the wealth will go away. It is already happening, and like a wave that has not broken, it can not be stopped.
As much I a don't like Ahnold, were it not for him, we already would have 12 percent sales tax, plus raised property taxes, plus increased income tax.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:27:45pm |
re: #224 CyanSnowHawk
I know he's a mythical beast and all, but don't you think that they should give him a little privacy in the privy?
With some of the trolls that we have had? We already know they are perfect assholes. ;)
/I will not reveal nics upon the advice of my son the lawyer.
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:28:15pm |
re: #283 So?
So?, Charles, and All Lizardim -
"Zuckie" is NOT my "sockpuppet" - He is My BOSS - We use the same Optimum Online connection as it belongs to "The Company." Hope that explains things.
It was with his approval that "the mitzvah" was done.
-S-
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:29:13pm |
re: #274 gmsc
Excellent article (h/t Instapundit):
Hi gmsc! You got a job offer last week, correct? Or was that this week?
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Geepers Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:29:59pm |
godfrey (#298),
Blessings on you and your house.
Thanks godfrey.
And the same to you and yours.
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:30:11pm |
re: #286 HoosierHoops
Oh 256k memory? That machine is just fine...
Hoosier -
Figured as much - when it becomes an issue, hopefully a 512k or above machine will be found.
-S-
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Salem Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:33:54pm |
re: #186 Charles
This year I think I'm going to skip the second 'Anti-Idiotarian' award and just have a simple poll for the most dismal idiot of the year.
I don't think Cox and Forkum are doing this kind of thing any more, so we may have to forego the trademark illustration.
Let me know and I could submit something. Maybe make a contest out of it. I think there are some other artists here.
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Dahveed Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:37:12pm |
Merry Christmas to all LGFers who celebrate. And a wish for a happy and prosperous 2009 to all!
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:40:03pm |
re: #254 Dr. Shalit
Let's face it, you are a true mensch. Bet you would have found another way to do it if you had to!
Chag Hanukka Sameach!
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Bobibutu Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:40:27pm |
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah with best wishes for a Happy New Year to all.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:40:55pm |
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:41:18pm |
re: #285 rawmuse
Seems like that is the wave of the future, doesn't it? I really don't know who to believe. I find it hard to believe that the Bush Administration fucked up so thouroughly when all the economic indicators were going along fine.
Some things were obvious. A person with a $35,000 income shouldn't be able to finance a half-million dollar house. Notice I say finance not buy of afford. People got mortgages that they quite simply had no business of getting. A lot of that was caused by the Leftwing groups who'll scream "racisim" if a minority can't get a mortgage that they clearly cannot afford.
And the Democrats have been hoping that the economy would tank since before Bush was sworn into office for his first term. They've been saying "worst economy since the Great Depression. They've cried wolf so many times that they simply have no credibility whatsoever.
It's interesting how gas prices went through the roof just before the election, isn't it? And the price of oil started dropping the moment Bush said "Drill here"!
Of course, Obama has promised to continue the energy policy that guarantees America will fall behind energy wise. And without affordable energy the economy does go to hell in a handbasket. As was apparently the case this summer. Energy prices certainly were high, and, according to just about everyone, the economy is really in the shitter.
I don't know what is best here. I don't know who to trust, if anyone. Whatever the case, as long as they are bailing everone out, I want mine.
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lifeofthemind Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:41:34pm |
Did anybody notice that Ann Coulter seems to have plagiarized herself? I'm sure she has retreaded an old column about the Kwanzaa fraud being invented by an FBI frontman.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:43:29pm |
re: #292 godfrey
Why are you ruining perfectly good whiskey by putting egg nog in it? Next, you'll be telling me you use a glass for your liquor instead of drinking it straight from the bottle like all civilized people do :-)
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:44:20pm |
re: #295 Geepers
Dr. Shalit (#276),
You can run XP with 256M of memory, I have it on two machines both with only 128M but they are slow and clog easily. I'd stick with 2000 for the time being.
And I got my USB turntable up and running, nothing could be easier. Recording the Pretenders first LP right now.
Geepers -
The USB Turntable makes it TOO EASY! My Technics 200 Series Turntable, with RadioShack/Shure TP-4 Cartridge feeds through a KENWOOD KRV-6040 Receiver to the usual "Tape Out" Jacks. From there to a Belkin RCA Right+Left to "micro" 2 Channel "Phone Plug." 'Pute has AUDACITY Software (Same as Ion) downloaded - Result - Playable CD's.
-S-
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Kosh's Shadow Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:45:28pm |
re: #314 Iron Fist
During a show on trains, they said the US gets over half our electricity from coal.
Watch 0bama and his team try to stop that, and kill the economy.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:45:59pm |
re: #318 Kosh's Shadow
During a show on trains, they said the US gets over half our electricity from coal.
Watch 0bama and his team try to stop that, and kill the economy.
Back to the 7th century with you! INFIDEL!
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:46:30pm |
re: #315 lifeofthemind
Did anybody notice that Ann Coulter seems to have plagiarized herself? I'm sure she has retreaded an old column about the Kwanzaa fraud being invented by an FBI frontman.
She does it every year, but she changes the title and updates the content.
My Triumph over Kwanzaa
Holiday from the FBI (2008)
Holiday from the FBI (2006)
Holiday from the FBI (2005)
Holiday from the FBI (2002)
Holiday from the FBI (2001)
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:47:06pm |
re: #316 Iron Fist
Why are you ruining perfectly good whiskey by putting egg nog in it? Next, you'll be telling me you use a glass for your liquor instead of drinking it straight from the bottle like all civilized people do :-)
Meh... he's probably a heathen as well....
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:47:47pm |
re: #315 lifeofthemind
Did anybody notice that Ann Coulter seems to have plagiarized herself? I'm sure she has retreaded an old column about the Kwanzaa fraud being invented by an FBI frontman.
My favorite part is her Kwanzaa carol (sing it with me, everybody!):
Kwanzaa bells, dashikis sell
Whitey has to pay;
Burning, shooting, oh what fun
On this made-up holiday!
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:48:47pm |
re: #92 CapeCoddah
Sad News, Eartha Kitt has died at age 81. Loved her music, RIP.
My sons were introduced to her as the Evil Advisor in "The Emperor's New Groove"
She was a unique, creative woman and a dynamite performer!
/God Bless, Eartha!
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:50:22pm |
Seriously, my girlfriend gave me, for Christmas, a hand blown glass lizard (gecko) that sit on a half globe of glass. I'll try to get a picture of it and post a link sometime.
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lifeofthemind Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:50:40pm |
re: #320 gclaghorn
I think less of her for that, it just seems wrong.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:51:06pm |
re: #309 Bubblehead II
Sorry to hear that. I saw that video a few weeks ago and it really makes me cringe at what a ridiculously feminized society we've become. I always think the same thing when I see stories about "man-caves" (usually a room in the basement where guys can watch football and drink beer without bothering their wives). What a nation of emasculated wusses we've become.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:51:10pm |
re: #301 rawmuse
The impression that I get, viewing it from the outside, is that Schwartzenegger wanted to do a lot of reform, but the voters (many of the same voters that gave him the job) balked when reform was put to the vote. And certainly the California leftislature is Democrat. As we all know, Democrats would rather everything collapse than for a Republican be seen as doing good by the populace.
Under the circumstances, it is difficult to imagine that Schwartzenegger could have done much better than he has. The responsiblity for that lies with the voters. They should have pitched the Donks across the board if they really want reform.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:51:35pm |
re: #324 Karridine
My sons were introduced to her as the Evil Advisor in "The Emperor's New Groove"
She was a unique, creative woman and a dynamite performer!
/God Bless, Eartha!
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:52:00pm |
re: #319 Wishing
Back to the 7th century with you! INFIDEL!
Great discoveries of the 7th Century...
Inventions, discoveries, introductions
* The Chinese invent Printing.
* First metal coins used by Lydians of western Anatolia. Until c. 525 BC coins bore an image on one side only.
* Iron allegedly discovered in China.
Well, at least we got printing, iron, and pocket change...:)
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Geepers Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:52:10pm |
Iron Fist (#316),
Yeah, pouring whiskey into a glass seems like an awful lot of trouble.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:52:22pm |
re: #326 lifeofthemind
I think less of her for that, it just seems wrong.
Well, she is a busy woman. I think she just does it to emphasize her point.
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Geepers Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:52:32pm |
Dr. Shalit (#317),
The USB Turntable makes it TOO EASY!
There's no such thing as "too easy."
See above. ;-)
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:53:05pm |
re: #313 Wishing
No, I didn't get her anything, Just gave her the cash after she couldn't make up her mind.
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lifeofthemind Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:53:27pm |
re: #331 Dustyvet
That whole AD/BC thing gets in the way.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:53:47pm |
re: #325 Walter L. Newton
Sounds cool. I got a nice handmade and very ornately painted chess set from Uzbekistan. The bishops are minarets and the pawns are little goats.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:54:44pm |
re: #336 Bubblehead II
No, I didn't get her anything, Just gave her the cash after she couldn't make up her mind.
Yeh, bad move.
The man should know her well enough to get SOMETHING for her.
I would be offended too, but hubby has done worse to me...and got me nothing. (years ago).
Zoiks, that hurt!
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:55:13pm |
re: #318 Kosh's Shadow
Yeah, he said he intended to bankrupt the coal industry. But Union miners still voted for the One. IMHO, anyone who squawks about "Global Warming" and isn't for nuclear power has no credibility whatsoever.
Energy to run the economy has to come from somewhere. You could almost speculate that the Leftists are really simply doing everything they can to wreck the American economy, up to and including bankrupting two of the largest states in the Union.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:55:40pm |
re: #340 Iron Fist
Yeah, he said he intended to bankrupt the coal industry. But Union miners still voted for the One. IMHO, anyone who squawks about "Global Warming" and isn't for nuclear power has no credibility whatsoever.
Energy to run the economy has to come from somewhere. You could almost speculate that the Leftists are really simply doing everything they can to wreck the American economy, up to and including bankrupting two of the largest states in the Union.
We could just pipe hot air out of the Capitol building.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:55:57pm |
re: #338 Killgore Trout
Sounds cool. I got a nice handmade and very ornately painted chess set from Uzbekistan. The bishops are minarets and the pawns are little goats.
Must be hard to play using that set, with the other player keeps trying to get your goats...:) (rim shot)
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:56:31pm |
re: #342 Dustyvet
Heh, I'll have to steal that joke.
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Bobibutu Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:56:59pm |
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realwest Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:57:03pm |
re: #274 gmsc
Hey gmsc - makes ya glad you got a job, doesn't it! LOL! And Congratulations, again.
I don't anything, really, about California's fiscal situation, but I do know that the economic disaster to the financial service industry alone has cost NYS billions of dollars all by itself - aside from tax revenues from no-income earning companies, several BIG employers have laid off tens of thousands of workers in New York and halted new hirings - mostly NYC (Lehman Bros. went bankrupt leaving around 10,000
highly paid (and highly taxed) people unemployed; Citigroup laid off nearly 50,000 well paid, and heavily taxed people and don't forget all those law firms and lawyers, paralegals, secretaries that used to represent those companies, and etc. - think of Michigan if the Big 2 were to go out of business altogether, that's how much the Financial Services sector of the economy meant to NY!
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:57:33pm |
re: #339 Wishing
I think a gift is a gift and should be accepted graciously even when it stinks.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:57:47pm |
re: #339 Wishing
My girlfriend gave me a list. She even looked up they things that she wanted on Amazon. That has worked well for us.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:57:55pm |
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:58:38pm |
re: #349 NY Nana
Naw, It's just one of my pet peeves.
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:59:00pm |
re: #329 Wishing
Uh, yeah, but my sons are only 13 and 15, Wishing, and I don't want them exposed to THAT kind of cheap porn... cheap drama melodrammer?
"...our next CAT-aclysmic move..."
/ME-owwwwtch!
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:59:08pm |
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 4:59:33pm |
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realwest Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:00:15pm |
re: #318 Kosh's Shadow
Yep and France gets over 70% of its electricity from Nuclear Power - an alternative source of energy that Obama and his new "advisors" and proposed appointees don't seem all that keen on, either!
Thank you, Dingy Harry Reid!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:00:25pm |
re: #325 Walter L. Newton
Seriously, my girlfriend gave me, for Christmas, a hand blown glass lizard (gecko) that sit on a half globe of glass. I'll try to get a picture of it and post a link sometime.
Hmmm, Walter, isn't this the same woman who deletes all your conservative links from her computer? Sounds like she's setting you up for something... ;p
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:01:21pm |
re: #338 Killgore Trout
Sounds cool. I got a nice handmade and very ornately painted chess set from Uzbekistan. The bishops are minarets and the pawns are little goats.
There you go with the papist stuff again :)
/
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lifeofthemind Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:01:27pm |
re: #343 Killgore Trout
Heh, I'll have to steal that joke.
"I wish I had said that" - James Whistler
"You will James. You will" - Oscar Wilde
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:01:29pm |
re: #357 doriangrey
Hmmm, Walter, isn't this the same woman who deletes all your conservative links from her computer? Sounds like she's setting you up for something... ;p
Sounds like separate computers are in order?
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:01:38pm |
re: #339 Wishing
She wanted a diamond ring, not a problem as I had the money set back. But every one that I pointed out was either too big or too gaudy. Just decided it would be simpler to let her make the choice. Hell, the last time I bought her jewelry (earrings and matching necklace with her birthstone) she just said they were nice and wore them once.
/Women, you can't live with them and you can't live without then.
// Damned if you do and damned if you don't.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:02:03pm |
re: #351 Killgore Trout
Wanna leave us a list? Mine would take up about 3 posts.
/Not that I'm fussy or anything.
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:02:07pm |
re: #357 doriangrey
Hmmm, Walter, isn't this the same woman who deletes all your conservative links from her computer? Sounds like she's setting you up for something... ;p
Who cares, I got a good set up last night around 11:00pm.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:02:08pm |
re: #357 doriangrey
Hmmm, Walter, isn't this the same woman who deletes all your conservative links from her computer? Sounds like she's setting you up for something... ;p
A lizard with a glass jaw....not a pretty picture...
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:03:00pm |
re: #361 Bubblehead II
She wanted a diamond ring, not a problem as I had the money set back. But every one that I pointed out was either too big or too gaudy. Just decided it would be simpler to let her make the choice. Hell, the last time I bought her jewelry (earrings and matching necklace with her birthstone) she just said they were nice and wore them once.
/Women, you can't live with them and you can't live without then.
// Damned if you do and damned if you don't.
Hmm...how about you make a date with her...just the two of you...and after a quiet dinner you take her to the jewelry store? Gosh, I would LOVE that~!
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realwest Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:03:00pm |
re: #314 Iron Fist
Hey Bro' - and watch the price of oil start to skyrocket here again when Obama says no more drilling and no more nuclear power and we all turn to Solar and Wind and silly crap that may have a future, but that future isn't now - and you KNOW they'll blame that on Bush as well.
Screw 'em (h/t Kos).
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:03:07pm |
re: #358 Walter L. Newton
That does bring up an interesting question. IIRC chess was invented in India. There weren't any bishops there. I wonder what they were originally.
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:03:53pm |
re: #368 Killgore Trout
That does bring up an interesting question. IIRC chess was invented in India. There weren't any bishops there. I wonder what they were originally.
COWS. Your moo-ve.
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Buster Bunny Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:03:57pm |
re: #355 Iron Fist
Given the caliber of our current representatives, you might be doing more good for the Country if you piped nerve gas into the Capitol building.
Iron Fist, I dont think however you say it, and whoever you are doing it to, mass murder to achieve an end result is never justified. These guys are idiots and they are in a position of power at the moment. Think twice before you post stuff like that in an era when the country is still on full alert with REAL madmen at hand. And homeland security tends to watch the 'radical' blogs all the time ! But depending on who is in .. depends on who is radical.
Be cautious with what you say.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:04:04pm |
re: #346 Wishing
Congrats, man! I've only been unemployed once. In my case it worked out because the woman I was living with was diagnosed with melanoma almost on the very day my job ended. So I was able to stay at home and help her recover from the surgery. It still sucked not knowing where my next paycheck was coming from nor when I'd be getting it.
I hope you enjoy the new job.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:04:14pm |
re: #360 Wishing
Sounds like separate computers are in order?
The computer is at her house..one computer and two profiles are in order.
She gives him an open free door to the Internet and he gives her his password. hey It's all about love right?
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realwest Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:04:17pm |
Well y'all, back to eating (again!) hope you all had a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy Holidays - hope to get the chance to see you all down the road!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:04:40pm |
re: #364 Walter L. Newton
Who cares, I got a good set up last night around 11:00pm.
Oh dear... Were gonna have to send a rescue squad after Walter.... And he'll probably be so brainwashed by the time we get there he'll probably try fighting us off...
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:05:16pm |
re: #368 Killgore Trout
That does bring up an interesting question. IIRC chess was invented in India. There weren't any bishops there. I wonder what they were originally.
I got a real high priced chess set, I don't have Bishops, I got Cardinals...:)
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SlartyBartfast Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:05:27pm |
re: #359 lifeofthemind
"I wish I had said that" - James Whistler
"You will James. You will" - Oscar Wilde
lifeofthemind, "You shine out like a shaft of gold, while all around is dark..."
/
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:05:32pm |
re: #356 realwest
Yep and France gets over 70% of its electricity from Nuclear Power - an alternative source of energy that Obama and his new "advisors" and proposed appointees don't seem all that keen on, either!Thank you, Dingy Harry Reid!
It appears that Overload Obama's efforts are aimed at crippling America, hobbling us, and further dumbing and enslaving all America... and of course, through America, more crippling of the world in which we live!
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:05:56pm |
re: #371 Iron Fist
Congrats, man! I've only been unemployed once. In my case it worked out because the woman I was living with was diagnosed with melanoma almost on the very day my job ended. So I was able to stay at home and help her recover from the surgery. It still sucked not knowing where my next paycheck was coming from nor when I'd be getting it.
I hope you enjoy the new job.
Thanks! My husband is thrilled about it. We are on fixed income, and with the economy the way it is, well...doesn't look bright for us. So having ANY income is better than none!
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:06:28pm |
re: #375 Dustyvet
I got a real high priced chess set, I don't have Bishops, I got Cardinals...:)
My pawns are Popes.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:07:32pm |
re: #378 Wishing
Thanks! My husband is thrilled about it. We are on fixed income, and with the economy the way it is, well...doesn't look bright for us. So having ANY income is better than none!
I'm on a fixed income, matter of fact it's not fixed, it's neutered...
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:07:32pm |
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:08:16pm |
re: #368 Killgore Trout
I thought the 'original' Indian chess didn't have bishops because it didn't have a piece moving solely diagonally (ie., the bishop)...
And then the Persians expanded the pieces and the playing field, the board?
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:08:26pm |
According to Wiki the bishops were originally war elephants.
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:08:29pm |
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:08:36pm |
re: #317 Dr. Shalit
Reply to Self and Geepers -
Aware that 256K CAN run XP - My first XP Machine was 256 K. Kept slowing down as time went on. Upgraded it to 512, ran REAL WELL for a time. As was said by Neil Young, as I recall - Rust Never Sleeps. At 512, it kept getting slower. Replaced it with a "Mojave" 'Pute with 2 Gb Memory + 2 Gb Ready Boost. So far so good on the Mojave. Cleared what I needed/wanted from the XP and gave it an "Electronic Enema" - currently runs like a "raped ape."
-S-
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:08:49pm |
re: #381 VegasRick
Walter, that is udderly ridiculous!
I know a farmer who can't milk his herd anymore, he's got udder contempt...
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:09:33pm |
re: #380 Dustyvet
I'm on a fixed income, matter of fact it's not fixed, it's neutered...
Just last night we talked about the uncertainty of things. Today I went in to volunteer as I always do on Thursdays, and they offered me the job. It is part-time, but hey, it is a START!
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:09:58pm |
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6pat6 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:10:14pm |
Merry Christmas, everyone!
For those that might despise the whole reason for the Christmas season, to you I say:
Happy Generic Secular Non-religious Non-partisan Winter Celebration Holiday Observance Government Shutdown With Pay.
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SlartyBartfast Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:10:21pm |
re: #386 Dustyvet
I know a farmer who can't milk his herd anymore, he's got udder contempt...
It's hard to be humble when you're a farmer outstanding in your field...
/ducks
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:10:25pm |
re: #388 Wishing
Just last night we talked about the uncertainty of things. Today I went in to volunteer as I always do on Thursdays, and they offered me the job. It is part-time, but hey, it is a START!
Great...:) Hope it helps you.
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snowcrash Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:11:01pm |
re: #383 Killgore Trout
Just read that wiki page. Very interesting. Thought chess was invented in the Middle Ages in western Europe. Learn something new every day!
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:11:14pm |
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:11:30pm |
re: #389 Karridine
You might be right, I'm sure the early pieces moved differently. Wiki doesn't really say.
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:11:41pm |
re: #390 Killgore Trout
Hey, THAT is an interesting wrinkle... you MIGHT have a checkmate coming up IF you can get a good roll...
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6pat6 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:12:00pm |
Take everything wiki has to "offer" with a huge grain of salt and healthy doubt.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:12:09pm |
re: #367 realwest
Yeah, it's almost like the Democrats want to tank the Country. It's hard to believe that that would be what they are really trying to accomplish, but what they are doing so obviously will tank the Country. It's hard to believe that they would be that stupid that they didn't realize that is going to be the results.
At the same time, in retrospect it is obvious that the Welfare State would do more to hurt blacks, and especially black families, almost as bad as slavery. the only thing that makes me wonder if this wasn't the goal simply because if it was what they were trying to do they were wildly successful. It's hard to imagine a government project doing so "well" at accomplishing its goal.
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:12:50pm |
re: #362 Racer X
Lakers, baby!
Hate away.
Naaah. That was a great game. The Lakers played great defense. It really was like a playoff game. The Cs just got punched in the mouth.
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:12:57pm |
re: #392 SlartyBartfast
It's hard to be humble when you're a farmer outstanding in your field...
/ducks
That's a little corny.
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6pat6 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:13:05pm |
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Bobibutu Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:13:40pm |
re: #367 realwest
Hey Bro' - and watch the price of oil start to skyrocket here again when Obama says no more drilling and no more nuclear power and we all turn to Solar and Wind and silly crap that may have a future, but that future isn't now - and you KNOW they'll blame that on Bush as well.
Screw 'em (h/t Kos).
Hopefully someone will explain to Zero that the frikkin' grid loads need to be balanced - i.e., have DEPENDABLE stable sources 24/7 - solar - wind - tide are not and are an engineering nightmare to factor in. Politics and engineering don't mix well.
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:14:08pm |
re: #401 VegasRick
That's a little corny.
Careful. To some people here, pun threads are very irrigating.
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formercorpsman Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:14:23pm |
Can't stay, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and good wishes for those who don't apply.
My wife seemed to find more stuff to buy yesterday, which included me trying to put together a ping pong table until 3:00 in the morning.
Needless to say, the extended family is gone, I am beat, good night to all.
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:14:42pm |
re: #399 Iron Fist
Actions speak louder than words, Iron, and the 'Democrat' actions speak volumes about Crippling America, Wielding Power and Constant Dissembling!
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:15:31pm |
Merry Christmas, everyone!
(To keep the puns going ...) ... HOE HOE HOE!
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:15:37pm |
re: #405 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Careful. To some people here, pun threads are very irrigating.
Oh, I see how it is, now I'm gonna get raked over for saying that!
/
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:16:20pm |
re: #406 formercorpsman
Can't stay, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and good wishes for those who don't apply.
My wife seemed to find more stuff to buy yesterday, which included me trying to put together a ping pong table until 3:00 in the morning.
Needless to say, the extended family is gone, I am beat, good night to all.
G'nite.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:16:28pm |
re: #384 Bloodnok
Gasol got to the hoop all night. They deserved it.
I agree.. Great game.. i was musing..whoa..that might be the most important game in the NBA for the next two months...
It's like a typical NBA Game.. You can show up in the third quarter and nothing before that point even matters...Get to your seat at the 8 minute mark and the game just really begins....
That's why the College game is the best.. Real Basketball.
THe month of March is pure joy
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:16:43pm |
re: #409 VegasRick
Oh, I see how it is, now I'm gonna get raked over for saying that!
/
Nah, just dry yourself with a trowel...
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:16:55pm |
re: #309 Bubblehead II
So, anybody else besides me in the doghouse today?
That is unfreakinbelievably hillarious!
I'm gonna' send it to The Kid NOT to tell him to buy jewels for his future wife but, to tell him what not to buy for anniversaries/birthdays/Christmas/Valentine's Day. (Whoever she will be, she'll thank me one day.)
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:17:34pm |
re: #401 VegasRick
That's a little corny.
“milk it for all its worth”
“we were moo’ved”
“steer them in the right direction”
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:17:36pm |
re: #409 VegasRick
Oh, I see how it is, now I'm gonna get raked over for saying that!
/
Don't complain. You started this row.
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6pat6 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:17:59pm |
re: #412 Karridine
Now, there's no need to pick things apart and shovel the pile higher!
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:18:02pm |
re: #411 HoosierHoops
I agree.. Great game.. i was musing..whoa..that might be the most important game in the NBA for the next two months...
It's like a typical NBA Game.. You can show up in the third quarter and nothing before that point even matters...Get to your seat at the 8 minute mark and the game just really begins....
That's why the College game is the best.. Real Basketball.
THe month of March is pure joy
It certainly is. I was lucky enough to go to a good college ball school (UConn). Nothing like it.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:18:52pm |
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:19:23pm |
re: #366 Wishing
Well, I did offer to take her several stores, but she declined. She did pick up several brochures to look through to get ideas. Only problem was she didn't pass them on to me. You would think that after 25 years of marriage (this coming March) she would know by now that I am not a fashion specialist.
/Should have just got her a TomTom
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:19:27pm |
re: #418 Bloodnok
It certainly is. I was lucky enough to go to a good college ball school (UConn). Nothing like it.
My husband taught there..Computer Engineering.
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6pat6 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:19:41pm |
re: #420 Wishing
I thought the last day was the 23rd this year, my bad.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:19:43pm |
re: #421 Bubblehead II
Well, I did offer to take her several stores, but she declined. She did pick up several brochures to look through to get ideas. Only problem was she didn't pass them on to me. You would think that after 25 years of marriage (this coming March) she would know by now that I am not a fashion specialist.
/Should have just got her a TomTom
Yup.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:19:58pm |
re: #364 Walter L. Newton
Who cares, I got a good set up last night around 11:00pm.
Ummmmmmm...is that the new way of saying you got your stocking stuffed?
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:20:06pm |
re: #423 6pat6
I thought the last day was the 23rd this year, my bad.
No problem! It is an 8 day festival!
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:20:20pm |
re: #416 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Don't complain. You started this row.
I did'nt axe to get picked on!
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:20:28pm |
re: #407 Karridine
Yeah, I'd like to disagree with you. But I don't. It certainly appears that they are trying to wreck the economy. I'm not sure what they could do more if they were trying to tank the economy.
The Democrat leadership are thoroughly corrupt. They are as power hungry as a pro-Nazi Bolshevik. And they've now got two years for them to put their plans to work. I've got a bad felling about this...
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:21:21pm |
re: #418 Bloodnok
It certainly is. I was lucky enough to go to a good college ball school (UConn). Nothing like it.
UConn? OK ..that is so cool..and i am so jealous..Nice meeting you on a christmas night...
I played crappy ball at a small college in California..
Regards
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:21:27pm |
A group of chess enthusiasts checked into a hotel and were standing in the lobby discussing their recent tournament victories.
After an hour, the manager came out of the office and asked them to disperse.
"But why?" they asked, as they moved off.
"Because," he said, "I can't stand chess nuts boasting in an open foyer."
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Karridine Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:21:33pm |
re: #420 Wishing
And speaking of middles, I'm at the beginning of the Day After Christmas, so I have some things to do this morning BEFORE I get to the middle...
Renew my one-year visa today, always a crowd-pleasing chore...
bbiaw
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:21:37pm |
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3 wood Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:21:43pm |
re: #346 Wishing
I got a nice gift today, as well: a JOB!
Congrats.
I took early retirement just before the market crashed.
After watching that for a month I decided to go back to work and luckily found something, so I have a little inkling of how you feel.
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:22:18pm |
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:22:36pm |
re: #425 MandyManners
Ummmmmmm...is that the new way of saying you got your stocking stuffed?
Or his banana peeled... ;O
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Spider Mensch Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:22:44pm |
Mery Christmas to all! and a Happy Hannakuah Holiday also.
..JESUS' actual BIRTHDAY was SEPTEMBER 11th..
[Link: newvision.co.ug...]
I know it's a kooky site, but if you search "September 11th and Jesus Christ birthday" or a combination of like words..you'll find other explanations why that date...spooky huh.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:22:44pm |
re: #432 Bloodnok
Cool! Beautiful campus.
As soon as he retired, we moved to Tennessee!
MUCH nicer here!
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:23:33pm |
re: #427 VegasRick
I did'nt axe to get picked on!
Well, maybe I'm over the top here.
Sorry.
Should I leave and come back ladder?
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:23:35pm |
re: #433 3 wood
Congrats.
I took early retirement just before the market crashed.
After watching that for a month I decided to go back to work and luckily found something, so I have a little inkling of how you feel.
I retired about 4 years ago, and I must say, it feels GREAT to be back among the living!
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:24:00pm |
re: #347 Killgore Trout
I think a gift is a gift and should be accepted graciously even when it stinks.
That is my opinion. Accept the gift in the spirit intended. I get peeved when the gift I thought long and hard about is exchanged. I tend not to repeat the error and will just send a card the next time.
I even kept a truly hideous and grotesque metal owl standing about 2' high because it was a gift and my brother, for some reason only he can fathom, thought my wife and I would enjoy it. It is not exactly in a place of honor, but it is still out because it was a gift from the heart.
Enough sentiment for one post. ;-)>
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:24:08pm |
re: #430 Dustyvet
A group of chess enthusiasts checked into a hotel and were standing in the lobby discussing their recent tournament victories.
After an hour, the manager came out of the office and asked them to disperse.
"But why?" they asked, as they moved off.
"Because," he said, "I can't stand chess nuts boasting in an open foyer."
Has Charles inserted the groan button function yet?
/I'm just asking!
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3 wood Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:24:22pm |
The Nikkei market in Japan is up 0.24% in early trading.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:24:36pm |
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:25:05pm |
re: #436 doriangrey
Or his banana peeled... ;O
Oooo ... THAT pun-thread is gonna get ... better cover my eyes!
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Bloodnok Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:25:20pm |
re: #429 HoosierHoops
UConn? OK ..that is so cool..and i am so jealous..Nice meeting you on a christmas night...
I played crappy ball at a small college in California..
Regards
Thanks. Nice talking to you too. The Big East was pretty good then (I was there for the Donyell/Ray Allen years. Missed their 1st championship by 2 or 3 years.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:25:25pm |
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:27:06pm |
re: #441 Outrider
I gave one of my exs a sapphire ring one Christmas. She asked why I didn't get the bigger one. Pissed me all the hell off. She was a real piece of work. My friends hated her almost from the day we started dating.
It took me a while to come around to their viewpoint.
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:27:22pm |
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:27:41pm |
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3 wood Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:27:41pm |
re: #440 Wishing
I retired about 4 years ago, and I must say, it feels GREAT to be back among the living!
I'm sure you will go to work every day glad to have the opportunity and provide a good days work for a day's pay.
I know I am.
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notutopia Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:27:48pm |
re: #327 Killgore Trout
re: #327 Killgore Trout
Sorry to hear that. I saw that video a few weeks ago and it really makes me cringe at what a ridiculously feminized society we've become. I always think the same thing when I see stories about "man-caves" (usually a room in the basement where guys can watch football and drink beer without bothering their wives). What a nation of emasculated wusses we've become.
My take on the advert was disappointment in the stereotypical role they cast for the image of a
American woman. First, that she would not be assertive enough to request what she would like as a present. Second, that she would go ballistic over someone's inability to read er mind. Third, that women react in juvenile and retaliative methods when disappointed. Fourth, that seeking happiness through a material "gift" is not true happiness. Fifth, that we have the faux empowerment to be able to degrade another human by putting them in an animal house in the yard.
I dropped JC Penny an email letting them know their
perspective was warped and not appreciated or humourous at all. And, that I hoped it hurt their marketing outcomes in their jewelry dept. sales.
I pray men haven't fallen for this Madison Ave. B.S.
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:27:59pm |
re: #448 Iron Fist
I gave one of my exs a sapphire ring one Christmas. She asked why I didn't get the bigger one. Pissed me all the hell off. She was a real piece of work. My friends hated her almost from the day we started dating.
It took me a while to come around to their viewpoint.
wow, kind of mercenary thing to say eh?
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:28:34pm |
re: #451 3 wood
I'm sure you will go to work every day glad to have the opportunity and provide a good days work for a day's pay.
I know I am.
It wont be every day, only part time, but I believe if they pay you to work, then you should WORK.
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:29:40pm |
re: #452 notutopia
re: #327 Killgore Trout
My take on the advert was disappointment in the stereotypical role they cast for the image of a
American woman. First, that she would not be assertive enough to request what she would like as a present. Second, that she would go ballistic over someone's inability to read er mind. Third, that women react in juvenile and retaliative methods when disappointed. Fourth, that seeking happiness through a material "gift" is not true happiness. Fifth, that we have the faux empowerment to be able to degrade another human by putting them in an animal house in the yard.
I dropped JC Penny an email letting them know their
perspective was warped and not appreciated or humourous at all. And, that I hoped it hurt their marketing outcomes in their jewelry dept. sales.
I pray men haven't fallen for this Madison Ave. B.S.
yeah, but still. A vacuum cleaner for an anniversary? Even I know better than that. ;-)>
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songbird Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:30:29pm |
re: #453 Outrider
wow, kind of mercenary thing to say eh?
Mr. Songbird's ex called yesterday to say she did not want to accept the child support check we had sent her as she had 'not talked to her attorney yet'. And this after we completed mediation! Spit! Her nickname on my husband's ships was "Meal Ticket".
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6pat6 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:30:36pm |
I gave one of my exs a sapphire ring one Christmas. She asked why I didn't get the bigger one. Pissed me all the hell off. She was a real piece of work. My friends hated her almost from the day we started dating.
I'd like to say I would have said "Fine, give it back, hit the road, you spoiled bee-atch!"...but I'd probably said something else, in reality!
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:30:56pm |
re: #454 Wishing
It wont be every day, only part time, but I believe if they pay you to work, then you should WORK.
And as a bonus, you might even get to give your hubby parking tickets... ;)
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:31:31pm |
re: #451 3 wood
I consider myself to be really fortunate on my job. Sometimes it is hard, but they don't call it work for nothing. I don't have to "dress" in business attire. It's not just that I don't have to were a tie, either. The only thing that's ever been said to me was our CFO complementing me on my latest tattoo.
I love my job. With a little luck I'll do the rest of my career there.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:31:46pm |
One Christmas, my dad gave my mom a shoe tree (?) for polishing shoes. She was SOOO mad!
Later, he passed out (a regular event) and was sleeping in the bed. She took the ironing board and put it in with him.
I have the picture. LOLOL
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:32:21pm |
re: #456 songbird
Mr. Songbird's ex called yesterday to say she did not want to accept the child support check we had sent her as she had 'not talked to her attorney yet'. And this after we completed mediation! Spit! Her nickname on my husband's ships was "Meal Ticket".
I thought mediation was the process to avoid an attorney?
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6pat6 Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:32:36pm |
re: #452 notutopia
I agree with you totally. Men in commercials and TV/movies have been almost totally emasculated, the boss is ALWAYS a woman, no matter the situation, and nothing is said.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:32:42pm |
re: #458 doriangrey
And as a bonus, you might even get to give your hubby parking tickets... ;)
LOLOL now THAT would be fun! Sadly, I will be a lowly dispatcher.
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:33:56pm |
re: #462 6pat6
I agree with you totally. Men in commercials and TV/movies have been almost totally emasculated, the boss is ALWAYS a woman, no matter the situation, and nothing is said.
and look at the role of men in sitcoms for the last many years.
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songbird Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:34:22pm |
re: #461 Outrider
I thought mediation was the process to avoid an attorney?
She's a total gold digger...even now that Mr. Songbird is not working!
I know she wants to complain that the support is not enough.
From what I understand, only a judge can overturn the mediation results.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:34:26pm |
re: #453 Outrider
Yeah, and it was an expensive ring. Like around $500, and this was in like 1992. It's not like I was banking six figures. Oh, well. It's all water under the bridge.
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:35:23pm |
re: #456 songbird
{Songbird}
Merry Christmas....
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lifeofthemind Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:36:16pm |
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:36:33pm |
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:37:53pm |
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:38:05pm |
re: #395 Wishing
I know what you must have been going through; a son lost a job he held for over 17 years, but it was a job that he literally was the only person doing in the USA...Historic Preservationist for a public transportation company where he and his family live. There were massive layoffs...now he has had a few nibbles, and it will be related to what he did, re buildings or something like that, but not public transportation, which is his love re work. Scary world we are living in.
My DIL has a job, so they are not totally stuck, but they have a mortgage, and my little granddaughter takes ballet lessons, etc.
It is frightening how many friends and some family members have lost their jobs. And the prospect of having Hussein our president? That is the most frightening of all. I do not expect him to do anything except spout empty words, like a robot. He never had to work a day in his life. Everything was handed to him, and he can no more run our country than my 2 year old grandson, who has more honor and decency in his little finger nail. I would put my bet on the little guy to do the right thing, but never on Hussein. I do not trust him, nor do I find even one thing to like about him.
I was brought up to find at least one good thing to say about somebody, but try as I may, there is not one thing. Not a one.
May G-d bless and help America during Hussein's occupation of the White House....and may Hussein find himself jobless sooner rather than later, but he has so much dirty money that he will not want for anything, except a heart and soul.
Seriously, after that rant? I am sooo happy for you!
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:38:50pm |
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lifeofthemind Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:40:14pm |
re: #474 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Cauliflower by any other name, but it still arose and bloomed.
I need to go veg out
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:40:44pm |
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:40:57pm |
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:41:31pm |
re: #474 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Cauliflower by any other name, but it still arose and bloomed.
Lettuce stop this
IAMS getting tired of it.
*thinking hard..the Cavs game just started..got plenty of time*
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:42:59pm |
re: #452 notutopia
Excellent post....
I pray men haven't fallen for this Madison Ave. B.S.
It's not just men who've fallen for this crap. It's women too. All of us have accepted this as standard behavior. Could you imagine if you reversed the gender roles in that commercial? That would be insane. Women have learned they can act like that and men put up with it so here we are.
I have a hard time being around some married couples because I'm often shocked at how women berate, nag and humiliate their husbands. I couldn't imagine ever seeing a man talk to their wives like that. People have accepted this as "normal".
P.S. If I ever were to get married it would probably not be to an American woman.
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So? Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:43:31pm |
Go make some snowflakes...drag design with cursor.
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So? Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:43:51pm |
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NelsFree Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:44:07pm |
re: #75 Teacake!
GIver her the futon to get rid of her, and buy a used sofa off Craig's List.
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:44:09pm |
re: #356 realwest
Yep and France gets over 70% of its electricity from Nuclear Power - an alternative source of energy that Obama and his new "advisors" and proposed appointees don't seem all that keen on, either!
Thank you, Dingy Harry Reid!
realwest -
WE - and the French - Have the capability to produce the vast majority of our Electricity through Nuclear Generation. The French have risen to the challenge.
WE HAVE NOT! The Question IS - WHY NOT? The answer is probably embarrassing technologically. Through our Environmental Laws, we are in te process of becoming the "CAN'T DO NATION!"
-S-
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:45:01pm |
re: #452 notutopia
re: #327 Killgore Trout
My take on the advert was disappointment in the stereotypical role they cast for the image of a
American woman. First, that she would not be assertive enough to request what she would like as a present. Second, that she would go ballistic over someone's inability to read er mind. Third, that women react in juvenile and retaliative methods when disappointed. Fourth, that seeking happiness through a material "gift" is not true happiness. Fifth, that we have the faux empowerment to be able to degrade another human by putting them in an animal house in the yard.
I dropped JC Penny an email letting them know their
perspective was warped and not appreciated or humourous at all. And, that I hoped it hurt their marketing outcomes in their jewelry dept. sales.
I pray men haven't fallen for this Madison Ave. B.S.
How fucking difficult is it to realize that you don't give a house-hold cleaning utensile for an anniversary gift?
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:45:13pm |
re: #478 HoosierHoops
Lettuce stop this
IAMS getting tired of it.
*thinking hard..the Cavs game just started..got plenty of time*
I am sow sorry.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:45:29pm |
Gonna' stop now before I lose it. I mean, really lose it.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:45:42pm |
re: #455 Outrider
yeah, but still. A vacuum cleaner for an anniversary? Even I know better than that. ;-)>
Vacuum cleaners are fantastic. I have two Filter Queens; one for the shop and another for the rest of the house. I wish somebody had given them to me as a gist., They are very expensive.
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:45:58pm |
re: #479 Killgore Trout
Excellent post....
It's not just men who've fallen for this crap. It's women too. All of us have accepted this as standard behavior. Could you imagine if you reversed the gender roles in that commercial? That would be insane. Women have learned they can act like that and men put up with it so here we are.
I have a hard time being around some married couples because I'm often shocked at how women berate, nag and humiliate their husbands. I couldn't imagine ever seeing a man talk to their wives like that. People have accepted this as "normal".
P.S. If I ever were to get married it would probably not be to an American woman.
not all are that way. I have never been nagged, berated or humiliated a day in our marriage of 32 years...... nor has she. Neither of us talk down to each other and both of us accepted early on that we were not marrying our "father" or "mother". We both assumed we were mature adults that were capable of reason. It seems to have worked so far.
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:46:06pm |
re: #478 HoosierHoops
Lettuce stop this
IAMS getting tired of it.
*thinking hard..the Cavs game just started..got plenty of time*
If we stop this one, we'll just find something else to argue okra.
/my brain says it's the end of the day ... that's all I could come up with ... GAAAH!
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:46:51pm |
re: #441 Outrider
That is my opinion. Accept the gift in the spirit intended. I get peeved when the gift I thought long and hard about is exchanged. I tend not to repeat the error and will just send a card the next time.
I even kept a truly hideous and grotesque metal owl standing about 2' high because it was a gift and my brother, for some reason only he can fathom, thought my wife and I would enjoy it. It is not exactly in a place of honor, but it is still out because it was a gift from the heart.
Enough sentiment for one post. ;-)>
That's vastly different from a vacuum cleaner (even a DUAL BAG one) for an anniversary gift.
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:47:25pm |
re: #487 Killgore Trout
Vacuum cleaners are fantastic. I have two Filter Queens; one for the shop and another for the rest of the house. I wish somebody had given them to me as a gist., They are very expensive.
I get your gist. You like appliances.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:47:27pm |
re: #489 pre-Boomer Marine brat
If we stop this one, we'll just find something else to argue okra.
/my brain says it's the end of the day ... that's all I could come up with ... GAAAH!
I'm sure that if you think long enough some new puns will turnip.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:47:27pm |
re: #487 Killgore Trout
Vacuum cleaners are fantastic. I have two Filter Queens; one for the shop and another for the rest of the house. I wish somebody had given them to me as a gist., They are very expensive.
YOU DON'T GIVE ONE TO YOUR WIFE FOR AN ANNIVERSARY GIFT!
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:47:48pm |
re: #484 MandyManners
How fucking difficult is it to realize that you don't give a house-hold cleaning utensile for an anniversary gift?
to take the devils advocate position; it seems to be perfectly fine for a husband to get power tools, lawn tools, or machinery for gifts? Oh wait a minute, we want them. never mind. lol ;-)>
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:48:11pm |
re: #472 NY Nana
I know what you must have been going through; a son lost a job he held for over 17 years, but it was a job that he literally was the only person doing in the USA...Historic Preservationist for a public transportation company where he and his family live. There were massive layoffs...now he has had a few nibbles, and it will be related to what he did, re buildings or something like that, but not public transportation, which is his love re work. Scary world we are living in.
My DIL has a job, so they are not totally stuck, but they have a mortgage, and my little granddaughter takes ballet lessons, etc.
It is frightening how many friends and some family members have lost their jobs. And the prospect of having Hussein our president? That is the most frightening of all. I do not expect him to do anything except spout empty words, like a robot. He never had to work a day in his life. Everything was handed to him, and he can no more run our country than my 2 year old grandson, who has more honor and decency in his little finger nail. I would put my bet on the little guy to do the right thing, but never on Hussein. I do not trust him, nor do I find even one thing to like about him.
I was brought up to find at least one good thing to say about somebody, but try as I may, there is not one thing. Not a one.
May G-d bless and help America during Hussein's occupation of the White House....and may Hussein find himself jobless sooner rather than later, but he has so much dirty money that he will not want for anything, except a heart and soul.
Seriously, after that rant? I am sooo happy for you!
These are indeed hard times already, and the Zero hasn't quite ascended the throne yet.
When this job was offered to me this morning, my first thought was how happy my husband would be and my second thought was that it would be a sin to decline the offer in this economy.
I am so VERY thankful!
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songbird Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:48:20pm |
re: #492 gclaghorn
I'm sure that if you think long enough some new puns will turnip.
And someone will always beet you in cleverness.
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Spider Mensch Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:48:48pm |
re: #490 MandyManners
That's vastly different from a vacuum cleaner (even a DUAL BAG one) for an anniversary gift.
I got a vacumn cleaner as a gift once...it sucked :)
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:49:14pm |
re: #448 Iron Fist
I gave one of my exs a sapphire ring one Christmas. She asked why I didn't get the bigger one. Pissed me all the hell off. She was a real piece of work. My friends hated her almost from the day we started dating.
It took me a while to come around to their viewpoint.
Shame on her! You were extemely thoughtful and for her to disparage it shows more about the size of her heart than the size of the jewel. Shame on her!
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:49:17pm |
re: #496 songbird
And someone will always beet you in cleverness.
Not if you bean them over the head before they can post it.
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notutopia Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:49:21pm |
re: #462 6pat6
The commercials are exploitative. Why would they do this?
Women buy their own vacuum cleaners if they need one.
And men should let JC Penney know they don't appreciate being equated to pets.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:49:25pm |
re: #493 MandyManners
Not to worry. If I were to marry it would be to a woman who'd love a vacuum cleaner or at least have the decency to fake it and be polite just as I would with her crappy gifts.
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:49:49pm |
re: #493 MandyManners
YOU DON'T GIVE ONE TO YOUR WIFE FOR AN ANNIVERSARY GIFT!
So a leafblower is out of the question?
/old joke
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:49:59pm |
re: #489 pre-Boomer Marine brat
If we stop this one, we'll just find something else to argue okra.
/my brain says it's the end of the day ... that's all I could come up with ... GAAAH!
LOL
I know..It has been a long day...and the Cavs are playing and the hoopster may be fading..
/there wasn't one pun available in that last sentence...
Where is my 5 hour instant energy blow my heart up drinkie thingie?
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:50:07pm |
re: #494 Outrider
to take the devils advocate position; it seems to be perfectly fine for a husband to get power tools, lawn tools, or machinery for gifts? Oh wait a minute, we want them. never mind. lol ;-)>
And, you don't use them in your daily work around the house, cleaning up after everyone.
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:50:30pm |
re: #487 Killgore Trout
Vacuum cleaners are fantastic. I have two Filter Queens; one for the shop and another for the rest of the house. I wish somebody had given them to me as a gist., They are very expensive.
I had one years back. Didn't like it. Electrolux was great; probably because for awhile I sold them door to door cold sales. Now I own a Dyson and that is literally the best vacuum I have ever operated. Bar none. I do the cleanup around here because I wok from home.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:50:55pm |
re: #494 Outrider
to take the devils advocate position; it seems to be perfectly fine for a husband to get power tools, lawn tools, or machinery for gifts? Oh wait a minute, we want them. never mind. lol ;-)>
Out if you have any sense at all, DUCK!
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Racer X Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:51:05pm |
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:51:53pm |
re: #490 MandyManners
That's vastly different from a vacuum cleaner (even a DUAL BAG one) for an anniversary gift.
oh I do agree as I mentioned above. Like I said... even I know better than that.
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:52:27pm |
re: #484 MandyManners
How fucking difficult is it to realize that you don't give a house-hold cleaning utensile for an anniversary gift?
You are quite correct. For an anniversary, you give her one of these
/ducks and runs.
But in all truthfulness, My Lady got me this for Christmas along with a pocket watch.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:52:38pm |
re: #501 Killgore Trout
Not to worry. If I were to marry it would be to a woman who'd love a vacuum cleaner or at least have the decency to fake it and be polite just as I would with her crappy gifts.
It's not crappy per se. It's crappy 'cause it's a tool that--if she's a SAHM--would use to clean up after everyone. Gifts--especially anniversary gifts--should be personal, and a vacuum just doesn't cut it.
However, I just don't see you giving such an impersonal gift. You're an educated and talented man with a wide artistic streak.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:52:53pm |
re: #508 Outrider
oh I do agree as I mentioned above. Like I said... even I know better than that.
Nice foot work lad...:)
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:52:58pm |
Does {SpaceJesus} have a grudge against Mandy? I just saw him downding like 10 of her comments in a row on the Spy.
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:53:05pm |
re: #503 HoosierHoops
Where is my 5 hour instant energy blow my heart up drinkie thingie?
HEH!
I was just thinking of fixing a half-cup of decaf, and finishing filling the cup with Kahlua
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:53:20pm |
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:53:47pm |
Gosh, all the talk radio stations fart out on Christmas and go to 24 hours Christmas songs and skits.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:54:07pm |
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:54:20pm |
re: #515 Walter L. Newton
Gosh, all the talk radio stations fart out on Christmas and go to 24 hours Christmas songs and skits.
Our local stations started the 24/7 Christmas music before Halloween.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:54:32pm |
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gmsc Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:54:49pm |
re: #305 Wishing
Hi gmsc! You got a job offer last week, correct? Or was that this week?
Yep! This past Sunday! I've already been working hard!
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gmsc Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:55:27pm |
re: #345 realwest
Hey gmsc - makes ya glad you got a job, doesn't it! LOL! And Congratulations, again.
I don't anything, really, about California's fiscal situation, but I do know that the economic disaster to the financial service industry alone has cost NYS billions of dollars all by itself - aside from tax revenues from no-income earning companies, several BIG employers have laid off tens of thousands of workers in New York and halted new hirings - mostly NYC (Lehman Bros. went bankrupt leaving around 10,000
highly paid (and highly taxed) people unemployed; Citigroup laid off nearly 50,000 well paid, and heavily taxed people and don't forget all those law firms and lawyers, paralegals, secretaries that used to represent those companies, and etc. - think of Michigan if the Big 2 were to go out of business altogether, that's how much the Financial Services sector of the economy meant to NY!
Yep!
It also makes me glad I'm not in New York or California!
;)
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:55:33pm |
re: #519 gmsc
Yep! This past Sunday! I've already been working hard!
I went in to volunteer this AM, and got a job offer! Merry Christmas to me!
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:55:38pm |
re: #512 gclaghorn
Does {SpaceJesus} have a grudge against Mandy? I just saw him downding like 10 of her comments in a row on the Spy.
Sounds like a fair assessment.
I've seen 2-year-olds behave better.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:55:50pm |
re: #492 gclaghorn
I'm sure that if you think long enough some new puns will turnip.
AAAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRHHHHHHHHHHHH! ;)
Seems the lizards are very punny tonight.
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gmsc Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:56:01pm |
re: #521 Wishing
I went in to volunteer this AM, and got a job offer! Merry Christmas to me!
Congrats!
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:56:38pm |
re: #493 MandyManners
YOU DON'T GIVE ONE TO YOUR WIFE FOR AN ANNIVERSARY GIFT!
What you give is a piece of your heart...
It didn't matter if it was that cheaply pounded silver ring or a high priced diamond necklace.. You express you're deepest love..
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:56:44pm |
re: #504 MandyManners
And, you don't use them in your daily work around the house, cleaning up after everyone.
And yes, I do clean the house and know what you mean.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:56:51pm |
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:56:58pm |
re: #514 Wishing
Just gave her the cash. remember? That is why I am (kinda sort of) in the doghouse.
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doriangrey Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:57:33pm |
re: #493 MandyManners
YOU DON'T GIVE ONE TO YOUR WIFE FOR AN ANNIVERSARY GIFT!
ROTFLMAO..... Now that thar is just plain funny. One of my brothers made that exact mistake, and oddly enough, that is exactly how his wife responded. But on the positive... He now has a very cool very expensive vacuum for his garage... ;p
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:57:39pm |
re: #522 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Sounds like a fair assessment.
I've seen 2-year-olds behave better.
Does it come out to post or is it just a dinger.
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:58:02pm |
re: #523 NY Nana
I think Happy Hanukkah is appropriate, but Merry Christmas too, because it comes from my heart.
{Nana}
/and a hug from SockPuppy, too
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:58:03pm |
re: #516 MandyManners
Thought you would catch that one. :-)
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NelsFree Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:58:05pm |
re: #186 Charles
This year I think I'm going to skip the second 'Anti-Idiotarian' award and just have a simple poll for the most dismal idiot of the year.
Charles,
Instead of that award, hold the "LGF Sweetheart" Contest!
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:58:32pm |
re: #528 Bubblehead II
Oh right! Yeh doghouse material, UNLESS you had ok'd it with her beforehand.
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gmsc Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:58:38pm |
re: #527 Wishing
Back atcha, gmsc! How blessed we are to get job offers NOW. Amazing!
Yep - What a Christmas present!
I want to live again! I want to live again!
(Step back, Burt, or I'll slug you again!)
;)
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:59:00pm |
re: #530 VegasRick
Does it come out to post or is it just a dinger.
He looks like a Phantom down-dinger. Probably mad because he got downdinged ALOT at the top of the thread. Boo-hoo.
| 537 |
Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:59:03pm |
re: #512 gclaghorn
Does {SpaceJesus} have a grudge against Mandy? I just saw him downding like 10 of her comments in a row on the Spy.
there seems to be a couple of people that enjoy going through old posts and down dinging. Don't know who yet though.
| 538 |
Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:59:05pm |
re: #498 MandyManners
Yeah. In 1994 we were living together. I was in a real bad car accident, and it was looking like I was going to have some permenant disability, we just didn't know how much. She informed me that she was moving out the day after I got out of the hospital. All in all, I'm just glad I didn't marry her.
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Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:59:29pm |
New Alphabet
* A's for arthritis;
* B's the bad back,
* C's the chest pains, perhaps car-d-iac?
* D is for dental decay and decline,
* E is for eyesight, can't read that top line!
* F is for fissures and fluid retention,
* G is for gas which I'd rather not mention.
* H . high blood pressure--I'd rather it low;
* I . for incisions with scars you can show.
* J is for joints, out of socket, won't mend,
* K is for knees that crack when they bend.
* L 's for libido, what happened to sex?
* M is for memory, I forget what comes next.
* N is neuralgia, in nerves way down low;
* O is for osteo, bones that don't grow!
* P for prescriptions, I have quite a few,
* just give me a pill and I'll be good as new!
* Q is for queasy, is it fatal or flu?
* R is for reflux, one meal turns to two.
* S is for sleepless nights, counting my fears,
* T is for Tinnitus; bells in my ears!
* U is for urinary; troubles with flow;
* V for vertigo, that's 'dizzy,' you know.
* W for worry, NOW what's going 'round?
* X is for X ray, and what might be found.
* Y for another year I'm left here behind,
* Z is for zest I still have-- in my mind.
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 5:59:30pm |
re: #530 VegasRick
Does it come out to post or is it just a dinger.
Don't know, but I SEEEEEM to remember it posting something.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:00:17pm |
re: #538 Iron Fist
Yeah. In 1994 we were living together. I was in a real bad car accident, and it was looking like I was going to have some permenant disability, we just didn't know how much. She informed me that she was moving out the day after I got out of the hospital. All in all, I'm just glad I didn't marry her.
That is precisely the type of person no one should marry, imo.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:00:23pm |
re: #540 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Don't know, but I SEEEEEM to remember it posting something.
Yeah, at the top of the thread, and it is currently at -7.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:00:38pm |
re: #522 pre-Boomer Marine brat
I was wondering about that myself. What's the point in that?
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:01:07pm |
re: #525 HoosierHoops
What you give is a piece of your heart...
It didn't matter if it was that cheaply pounded silver ring or a high priced diamond necklace.. You express you're deepest love..
piece of your heart? eeewwwww sounds messier than hell. What is she? A vampire? ;-)>
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:01:20pm |
re: #543 Iron Fist
I was wondering about that myself. What's the point in that?
I think it's supposed to make us angry. You might try a little harder, phantom down-dingers.
| 547 |
NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:01:40pm |
re: #512 gclaghorn
He may find himself in a far worse condition, as Mandy is one of the best loved lizards.
(Mandy is going to keeeel me!)
Here is her karma: 21,663
/Anyone know what his is? Is it single digit?
| 548 |
Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:01:49pm |
re: #509 Bubblehead II
Back to your original problem: I was probably about 18-19 and gave my mom something she just hated and was really pissed at me. I told her that if she wanted birthday and Christmas gifts from me in the future that she had to tell me what she wanted and I'd buy it for her no questions asked. It took some work to get her to agree but it's worked out great ever since. I have applied this to girlfriends over the years and it works out pretty well. I usually try for a surprise gift too but if it sucks then at least they have one gift that they like. The most happily married couple I know don't exchange gifts at all. It works well for them.
| 549 |
gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:02:04pm |
re: #547 NY Nana
He may find himself in a far worse condition, as Mandy is one of the best loved lizards.
(Mandy is going to keeeel me!)
Here is her karma: 21,663
/Anyone know what his is? Is it single digit?
Double digits in the red.
| 551 |
summergurl Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:02:27pm |
re: #315 lifeofthemind
Did anybody notice that Ann Coulter seems to have plagiarized herself? I'm sure she has retreaded an old column about the Kwanzaa fraud being invented by an FBI frontman.
Original column a from 2002
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:02:56pm |
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Spider Mensch Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:03:03pm |
Remember the Honeymooners were Ralph buys the vacumn cleaner for Alice and the thing doesn't work right...
Ralph: well it just probably needs a drop of oil or something...
Alice: a drop of oil? that thing wouldn't run right if you dipped it in Texas..it's a piece of junk...
Raplh: don't be a weisenheimer Alice...besides what makes you and expert on vacumn cleaners?
Alice: I'm not an expert on vacumn cleaners Ralph..I just happen to be an expert on junk...
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:03:22pm |
| 555 |
pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:03:34pm |
re: #543 Iron Fist
I was wondering about that myself. What's the point in that?
Hey, let's face it. A computer-savvy 6-year-old can register here. Maybe that's over-stating it a bit, but who th' hell really knows what some of these (wannabe lizards?) are.
| 556 |
MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:03:36pm |
I'll own up to something right now. While I was separated from my X, he took a trip to a golf resort before Christmas where he spent THOUSANDS of dollars while I was going through the horrific early stages of a difficult pregnancy. I was unable to work more than a few hours a day as a freelance. Due to some complicated legal/banking issues, I could not tap my trust fund so, I had to rely upon my parents to pay the rent, buy groceries, pay the utilities, put gas in my car, et bloody cet..
What did that fucker give me for Christmas? A fucking horrible windchime of shells MADE IN CHINA that he picked up on his fucking vacation. I had saved money for a few months and had bought him a cashmere sweater months before December.
So, yeah. My hide was chapped.
Oh, guess what? I wound up paying not just for his sweater but, also for his credit card bills that paid for his vacation at that golf resort. I also had to pay for that bloody fucking windchime.
| 557 |
NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:03:58pm |
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:04:31pm |
re: #521 Wishing
I went in to volunteer this AM, and got a job offer! Merry Christmas to me!
Oh, that's just fantastic!
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:05:08pm |
re: #557 NY Nana
I believe you without checking.
I can't imagine why you would say that. It's sooo hard to believe that someone who runs around on old threads stalking one poster and down-dinging their every comment without ever saying anything themselves is so short on updings, right? ;)
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:05:18pm |
re: #556 MandyManners
Oh, guess what? I wound up paying not just for his sweater but, also for his credit card bills that paid for his vacation at that golf resort. I also had to pay for that bloody fucking windchime.
You HAD to pay for them?
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:05:22pm |
re: #547 NY Nana
Worse.
Karma: -54
SpaceJesus
(Logged in)
Registered since: Oct 15, 2007 at 4:51 pm
No. of comments posted: 123
No. of links posted: 0
Troll
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:05:27pm |
re: #525 HoosierHoops
What you give is a piece of your heart...
It didn't matter if it was that cheaply pounded silver ring or a high priced diamond necklace.. You express you're deepest love..
Or, a bouquet of wild-flowers!
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HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:05:30pm |
re: #545 Outrider
piece of your heart? eeewwwww sounds messier than hell. What is she? A vampire? ;-)>
LOL
We have raised 5 kids..our youngest is 16...I am still deeply in love..
AND YOU DON"T GIVE A WOMAN A VACUUM CLEANER AS A PRESENT!
/ My first time using caps..
Bless me Mandy for I have sinned...
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:06:07pm |
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:06:44pm |
re: #529 doriangrey
ROTFLMAO..... Now that thar is just plain funny. One of my brothers made that exact mistake, and oddly enough, that is exactly how his wife responded. But on the positive... He now has a very cool very expensive vacuum for his garage... ;p
Good for him.
| 568 |
pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:07:19pm |
re: #552 NY Nana
It's a dingaling.
Anyone who'd post "happy birthday to me" without a sarc tag deserves whatever it gets.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:07:42pm |
re: #510 MandyManners
I wouldn't object to a pressure washer for cleaning the gutters or tool set for household repairs. Those are good practical gifts to me and they'd get some good use. Think about it, could you even imagine a man throwing a temper tantrum over a gift? Traditionally we get the worst stuff (ties, cologne, etc) but we don't complain. It would be regarded as rude and I really don't think men have the same sense of entitlement. We really just don't care enough about it to make a big deal.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:08:12pm |
re: #568 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Anyone who'd post "happy birthday to me" without a sarc tag deserves whatever it gets.
Especially someone with the nic "SpaceJesus" who says "happy birthday to me" on Christmas. What an asshole.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:08:17pm |
re: #528 Bubblehead II
Just gave her the cash. remember? That is why I am (kinda sort of) in the doghouse.
One sweet way to give cash is to stuff in a nice--not expensive--wallet.
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VegasRick Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:08:26pm |
re: #565 MandyManners
Mandy, I am going to upding all of your posts to make up for the jerkoff.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:08:41pm |
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:09:16pm |
re: #532 Bubblehead II
Thought you would catch that one. :-)
I'm not as full as I was earlier this evening so the blood has returned to my brain.
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RubyTuesday Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:10:03pm |
re: #523 NY Nana
Yes, and some don't carrot all that I wished them a Merry Christmas!
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:10:39pm |
re: #572 VegasRick
Mandy, I am going to upding all of your posts to make up for the jerkoff.
Good idea. I'll run back up-thread and hit some too.
Mandy, let us know if your leg starts tingling.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:10:43pm |
re: #541 Wishing
Yeah, you are entirely correct. If I'd had any sense I'd have left her long before the accident. The only good thing to come out of it was I got my parrot through her. She was a vet-tech, and they brought my bird in just after she had hatched. One of her little legs was all twisted up. The breeder didn't have the time to spend hand-raising the bird, and so she offered her free to anyone who'd try to feed her and raise her.
She was about the size of my fist when we got her. That's been fourteen or fifteen years ago.
| 579 |
MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:10:47pm |
re: #538 Iron Fist
Yeah. In 1994 we were living together. I was in a real bad car accident, and it was looking like I was going to have some permenant disability, we just didn't know how much. She informed me that she was moving out the day after I got out of the hospital. All in all, I'm just glad I didn't marry her.
Oh, goodness gracious! What an asshole! You dodged a nuke there!
Do you know whatever happened to her?
| 580 |
Dustyvet Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:11:11pm |
A friend of mine came home from work back in July, she demanded to be taken somewhere expensive, so he took her to a gas station...that's when the fight started.
| 581 |
Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:11:26pm |
re: #569 Killgore Trout
I wouldn't object to a pressure washer for cleaning the gutters or tool set for household repairs. Those are good practical gifts to me and they'd get some good use. Think about it, could you even imagine a man throwing a temper tantrum over a gift? Traditionally we get the worst stuff (ties, cologne, etc) but we don't complain. It would be regarded as rude and I really don't think men have the same sense of entitlement. We really just don't care enough about it to make a big deal.
Hmm, I got my husband a Tanfoglio Witness Match in 9mm. I am a good wife. lol
Of course, he got me a Sig Sauer Mosquito. We are quite a pair!
Tanfoglio
Mosquito
| 582 |
Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:11:58pm |
| 583 |
Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:11:59pm |
re: #479 Killgore Trout
Excellent post....
It's not just men who've fallen for this crap. It's women too. All of us have accepted this as standard behavior. Could you imagine if you reversed the gender roles in that commercial? That would be insane. Women have learned they can act like that and men put up with it so here we are.
I have a hard time being around some married couples because I'm often shocked at how women berate, nag and humiliate their husbands. I couldn't imagine ever seeing a man talk to their wives like that. People have accepted this as "normal".
P.S. If I ever were to get married it would probably not be to an American woman.
"K-T" -
WOMEN - almost from birth - have been programmed to think themselves to be inadequate in ONE way or another. That is NONSENSE. Women are one half, perhaps plus a bit, of Humanity. Women, per se, are OK by human birthright. They are EQUAL, they are NOT IDENTICAL (Congruent).
And NOW WHAT?
-S-
| 584 |
Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:12:16pm |
re: #575 MandyManners
I noticed the thread is picking up a bit. Looks like the after dinner sleepiness is wearing off.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:12:37pm |
re: #559 gclaghorn
BBL....just got an email from a friend in Mexico City, where I was an exchange student (age16) in 1954....I can't write as I have severe osteo in my fingers, etc.
I had her daughter's email addy, and came upon it looking for something else, and emailed her earlier today...she just answered, and I am sitting here bawling like a 2-year old.
Going to answer...and remember how to put in the Spanish accent marks..
What a wonderful day this has been!
| 586 |
Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:13:00pm |
re: #581 Wishing
I should buy a gun one of these days.
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:13:23pm |
re: #578 Iron Fist
Yeah, you are entirely correct. If I'd had any sense I'd have left her long before the accident. The only good thing to come out of it was I got my parrot through her. She was a vet-tech, and they brought my bird in just after she had hatched. One of her little legs was all twisted up. The breeder didn't have the time to spend hand-raising the bird, and so she offered her free to anyone who'd try to feed her and raise her.
She was about the size of my fist when we got her. That's been fourteen or fifteen years ago.
Awww....you CAN make a silk purse from a sow's ear!
| 589 |
Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:13:27pm |
re: #558 MandyManners
Oh, that's just fantastic!
Merry Christmas Mandy. How did your day go? I hope well, or at least comfortable.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:13:36pm |
re: #546 gclaghorn
I rarely give down-dings. I certainly don't go through and just downding every post just to be an asshole. I've got better things to do with my life.
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:13:51pm |
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Spider Mensch Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:13:56pm |
re: #579 MandyManners
Oh, goodness gracious! What an asshole! You dodged a nuke there!
Do you know whatever happened to her?
soon to be first lady of the United States of America?
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:14:54pm |
re: #578 Iron Fist
Yeah, you are entirely correct. If I'd had any sense I'd have left her long before the accident. The only good thing to come out of it was I got my parrot through her. She was a vet-tech, and they brought my bird in just after she had hatched. One of her little legs was all twisted up. The breeder didn't have the time to spend hand-raising the bird, and so she offered her free to anyone who'd try to feed her and raise her.
She was about the size of my fist when we got her. That's been fourteen or fifteen years ago.
Maisey the Parrot has foot feet with twisty feet. SHe can perch, but it helps if I let her nails grow longer than you would normally.
| 594 |
summergurl Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:15:17pm |
re: #494 Outrider
to take the devils advocate position; it seems to be perfectly fine for a husband to get power tools, lawn tools, or machinery for gifts? Oh wait a minute, we want them. never mind. lol ;-)>
well I wouldn't give my husband a new lawnmower for Christmas since he hates to work in the yard. A vacuum cleaner is a household item not a gift to one particular person unless he/she gets off on vacuuming. I love to cook so getting me cookware or kitchen appliances makes my day -
gosh all we hope for is that you guys use the brains God gave you when choosing a gift...
| 595 |
gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:15:19pm |
re: #590 Iron Fist
I certainly don't go through and just downding every post just to be an asshole. I've got better things to do with my life.
I don't either. It's incredibly stupid.
Evidently, {SpaceJesus} is that pathetic.
| 596 |
Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:15:30pm |
re: #585 NY Nana
Speaking of Lizards from Mexico, Has anybody heard from Miguel?
| 597 |
Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:15:30pm |
re: #585 NY Nana
BBL....just got an email from a friend in Mexico City, where I was an exchange student (age16) in 1954....I can't write as I have severe osteo in my fingers, etc.
I had her daughter's email addy, and came upon it looking for something else, and emailed her earlier today...she just answered, and I am sitting here bawling like a 2-year old.
Going to answer...and remember how to put in the Spanish accent marks..
What a wonderful day this has been!
{NY Nana} Enjoy your many blessings!
| 598 |
reine.de.tout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:15:55pm |
re: #569 Killgore Trout
I wouldn't object to a pressure washer for cleaning the gutters or tool set for household repairs. Those are good practical gifts to me and they'd get some good use. Think about it, could you even imagine a man throwing a temper tantrum over a gift? Traditionally we get the worst stuff (ties, cologne, etc) but we don't complain. It would be regarded as rude and I really don't think men have the same sense of entitlement. We really just don't care enough about it to make a big deal.
Men are generally very easy to please, and truly don't mind getting tools to help them do their work - many men are hard-wired to "take care of" things, and it's very easy to keep 'em happy.
Us women on the other hand . . . I at least try to make it easy for the Roi. I cut a picture out of the Christmas catalogue the local jeweler issues and put it on the fridge with a red arrow pointing to the item I would like, and a big "Christmas Gift Idea!" written next to the arrow.
| 599 |
gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:16:25pm |
re: #585 NY Nana
BBL....just got an email from a friend in Mexico City, where I was an exchange student (age16) in 1954....I can't write as I have severe osteo in my fingers, etc.
I had her daughter's email addy, and came upon it looking for something else, and emailed her earlier today...she just answered, and I am sitting here bawling like a 2-year old.
Going to answer...and remember how to put in the Spanish accent marks..
What a wonderful day this has been!
How nice! Enjoy the rest of your day!
| 600 |
Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:16:57pm |
re: #591 Bubblehead II
and laundry?
You love this woman, yes? If so, whyt dont you make arrangements to get away, just the two of you, for a weekend, fancy hotel etc?
Explain to her that the whole *gift* thingy just doesnt express your love for her adequately,
and etc.
| 601 |
sngnsgt Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:17:14pm |
re: #317 Dr. Shalit
I bought one of these Technics USB turntables also. I haven't had much time to record everything I want, but being able to listen to a bunch of old vinyl in an easier to use format is nice.
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SteveC Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:17:26pm |
re: #583 Dr. Shalit
"K-T" -
WOMEN - almost from birth - have been programmed to think themselves to be inadequate in ONE way or another. That is NONSENSE.
It's taken me a LONG time to win the trust of a young lady in my life. She's been on the wrong end of the "Disabled girls are easy" theory many times.
/makes me sick
| 604 |
summergurl Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:17:46pm |
re: #500 notutopia
The commercials are exploitative. Why would they do this?
Women buy their own vacuum cleaners if they need one.
And men should let JC Penney know they don't appreciate being equated to pets.
Absolutely love hearing that you guys feel exploited and treated like pets. (smiling)
Maybe we should just show women in bikinis washing cars so that your egos are harmed any further?////
| 606 |
Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:18:05pm |
re: #579 MandyManners
I don't have a clue where she's gone. The vet she was working for got busted for dealing drugs. I haven't seen her since early 1995. I guess I just don't have enough stalker in me :-)
| 607 |
Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:18:10pm |
re: #585 NY Nana
BBL....just got an email from a friend in Mexico City, where I was an exchange student (age16) in 1954....I can't write as I have severe osteo in my fingers, etc.
I had her daughter's email addy, and came upon it looking for something else, and emailed her earlier today...she just answered, and I am sitting here bawling like a 2-year old.
Going to answer...and remember how to put in the Spanish accent marks..
What a wonderful day this has been!
Nana -
Aparece que HAY DE QUE!
-S-
| 608 |
Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:18:30pm |
re: #598 reine.de.tout
That's the way to do it.
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Lively Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:19:03pm |
re: #517 gclaghorn
Our local stations started the 24/7 Christmas music before Halloween.
Thanks for bringing this up.
That's something to look forward to in the morning. No more Christmas music on the radio!
| 611 |
albusteve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:19:36pm |
re: #479 Killgore Trout
Excellent post....
It's not just men who've fallen for this crap. It's women too. All of us have accepted this as standard behavior. Could you imagine if you reversed the gender roles in that commercial? That would be insane. Women have learned they can act like that and men put up with it so here we are.
I have a hard time being around some married couples because I'm often shocked at how women berate, nag and humiliate their husbands. I couldn't imagine ever seeing a man talk to their wives like that. People have accepted this as "normal".
P.S. If I ever were to get married it would probably not be to an American woman.
oh oh....
| 613 |
MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:20:30pm |
re: #560 Wishing
Oh, guess what? I wound up paying not just for his sweater but, also for his credit card bills that paid for his vacation at that golf resort. I also had to pay for that bloody fucking windchime.
You HAD to pay for them?
It was either pay all of his pre-marital and our marital debt in order to just get the divorce done and stop with the passive-aggressive wrangling on his part to get custody of my infant son or, kick the legal fees up really high considering I was already in the appellate system to get a really fucked up UCCJEA decision over-turned.
More than $85,000.00 in legal fees plus about $15,000.00 in debt, and I just had had enough.
I got what mattered: sole legal and physical rights and responsibilities. He's out of our lives for good.
| 614 |
Rancher Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:21:36pm |
Merry Christmas Lizards. BTW, only Jerry Rice has got more T.D. passes than T.O. And still he cries. But I love T.O. Cry baby though he be..
| 615 |
Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:21:53pm |
re: #611 albusteve
What? It's not like I'm going to be forced to sleep on the couch in my own house.
| 616 |
SteveC Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:21:57pm |
re: #598 reine.de.tout
Men are generally very easy to please, and truly don't mind getting tools to help them do their work - many men are hard-wired to "take care of" things, and it's very easy to keep 'em happy.
When a guy can't fix things:
I keep telling you how special Heart Moms are, it is true! Every word of it! People like Katie’s mom and Colby’s mom expected to be out teaching their kids the things that a growing child needs to know (don’t touch a hot stove, don’t drink that, and don’t try to give the cat a bath!) not sitting in a hospital somewhere. But life isn’t fair. And to their credit, they hide the tears and keep on keepin’ on. Not many people realize that a heart defect breaks three hearts… the Cardiac Kid’s, Mom’s… and especially Dad’s.
They are rarely mentioned, but Heart Dads suffer, too. The man is supposed to be the Protector and Defender of his family. But how do you fight something like this? The answers are maddeningly vague: “As best you can”, and “One day at a time.” That’s almost not an answer. And we’re supposed to have all the answers. Breaking down in tears and shouting “I just don’t know what to DO!” isn’t an acceptable response. So we bite it back, and it eats at us.
And there is no such thing as a normal activity with a Cardiac Kid. Katie’s dad has written of his simple desire to kick a ball with his daughter. And you have to trust other people with your child’s life. For a guy, that’s especially hard to do. Take my child away and cut on him or her? No way. That’s why the men seem to be having the most difficult time in the Surgical Waiting Rooms. Fixing the problem is our job, real men don’t leave the work to someone else.
No. A real man understands that as much as he wants to correct this situation himself and make everything all better, he can’t do it. He might be able to fix the broken heart that occurs after that first crush goes sour, but this is beyond him. So he does the only thing he can: Find someone who knows how to make things better.
If the problem can’t be fixed, at least give us a chance to fight another day. Because we will go to the wall for our family.
| 617 |
lawhawk Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:22:25pm |
Evening folks. The NYT is finally getting around to telling folks the good things that Bush had done during his term in office - like improved health care in underserved areas. Funny, but they didn't mention this when it counted. They were too busy bashing him. /maybe the NYT is looking for a bailout and now tries to suck up?
| 618 |
gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:22:28pm |
re: #610 Lively
Thanks for bringing this up.
That's something to look forward to in the morning. No more Christmas music on the radio!
The same station plays "Chesnuts Roasting on an Open Fire" every five minutes. I now have every version of the song known to man memorized.
Oh, and they play Christmas music until February.
| 619 |
Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:22:52pm |
re: #611 albusteve
I have a hard time being around some married couples because I'm often shocked at how women berate, nag and humiliate their husbands. I couldn't imagine ever seeing a man talk to their wives like that. People have accepted this as "normal".
Agree, way too many women stoop to this berating business. If you want to see a truly GREAT woman, fond the one who builds up her husband, especially in the eyes of others. It is easy to drag down, it is an ART to find the best in people, and then communicate your respect and awe to them and to others!
| 620 |
Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:23:06pm |
re: #593 Walter L. Newton
My parrot healed up nicely. Birds can be such fun, can't they? Dogs love everybody, cats are more reserved, but birds are in a class by themselves. When I got Lilith (my parrot), I had a cockatiel named Baby Girl. Lilith kept trying to kill her, so I had to give her to my parents.
| 621 |
summergurl Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:23:16pm |
re: #548 Killgore Trout
Back to your original problem: I was probably about 18-19 and gave my mom something she just hated and was really pissed at me. I told her that if she wanted birthday and Christmas gifts from me in the future that she had to tell me what she wanted and I'd buy it for her no questions asked. It took some work to get her to agree but it's worked out great ever since. I have applied this to girlfriends over the years and it works out pretty well. I usually try for a surprise gift too but if it sucks then at least they have one gift that they like. The most happily married couple I know don't exchange gifts at all. It works well for them.
I help him out by sending him links of things that I like - that works pretty well. This year one of my gifts was season tickets to the theater when the Broadway shows come to town. When I opened it he said " I bought you this because you said that we never do anything together anymore and how much you miss it".
He got a very personal upding for that one...
| 622 |
HoosierHoops Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:23:21pm |
re: #614 Rancher
Merry Christmas Lizards. BTW, only Jerry Rice has got more T.D. passes than T.O. And still he cries. But I love T.O. Cry baby though he be..
Merry Christmas Rancher..Congrads on Rustler getting in..
Vegas had him 9 to 1 before 2009.. :)
| 623 |
Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:23:44pm |
re: #613 MandyManners
It was either pay all of his pre-marital and our marital debt in order to just get the divorce done and stop with the passive-aggressive wrangling on his part to get custody of my infant son or, kick the legal fees up really high considering I was already in the appellate system to get a really fucked up UCCJEA decision over-turned.
More than $85,000.00 in legal fees plus about $15,000.00 in debt, and I just had had enough.
I got what mattered: sole legal and physical rights and responsibilities. He's out of our lives for good.
Sounds like a battle hard fought and justly won, Mandy! Way to go girl!
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:23:53pm |
re: #569 Killgore Trout
I wouldn't object to a pressure washer for cleaning the gutters or tool set for household repairs. Those are good practical gifts to me and they'd get some good use. Think about it, could you even imagine a man throwing a temper tantrum over a gift? Traditionally we get the worst stuff (ties, cologne, etc) but we don't complain. It would be regarded as rude and I really don't think men have the same sense of entitlement. We really just don't care enough about it to make a big deal.
Maybe it's a sore subject for some women 'cause we've historically been expected to clean up everyone else's shit.
It's complicated.
I've a really nice pressure washer. Love the thing.
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:25:33pm |
re: #613 MandyManners
Mandy -
Got the PROGRAM - your Ex was a "RATTT." So was mine in her own fashion.
TOO LONG a story to relate tonight.
-S-
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Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:25:45pm |
BBIAW. Dinner. Yes, she is going to feed me.
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summergurl Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:26:25pm |
re: #561 Bubblehead II
Worse.
Karma: -54
SpaceJesus
(Logged in)
Registered since: Oct 15, 2007 at 4:51 pm
No. of comments posted: 123
No. of links posted: 0Troll
You know I saw where he down dinged Mandy on a good post... she had a -1 for it. ? So I updinged her - it pissed me off.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:26:35pm |
re: #627 Bubblehead II
BBIAW. Dinner. Yes, she is going to feed me.
Have someone taste it first... ;)
JK
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Rancher Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:26:47pm |
re: #615 Killgore Trout
What? It's not like I'm going to be forced to sleep on the couch in my own house.
You're a better man than I am, Gunga Din! ...
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:27:22pm |
re: #620 Iron Fist
My parrot healed up nicely. Birds can be such fun, can't they? Dogs love everybody, cats are more reserved, but birds are in a class by themselves. When I got Lilith (my parrot), I had a cockatiel named Baby Girl. Lilith kept trying to kill her, so I had to give her to my parents.
What kind of parrot is Lilith?
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reine.de.tout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:27:53pm |
re: #616 SteveC
I find that if a man's family is healthy and happy, then that's basically all the guy needs. That's it. Very simple.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:28:36pm |
re: #613 MandyManners
Wow. When me and my ex-wife split we got a "no fault" divorce. I payed half her legal fees and represented myself. She tried to give me a hug after it was over.
At least we didn't have children. What a mess that would have been.
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Kosh's Shadow Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:29:00pm |
I wish I had a sock puppet before I'd describe my day.re: #618 gclaghorn
The same station plays "Chesnuts Roasting on an Open Fire" every five minutes. I now have every version of the song known to man memorized.
Oh, and they play Christmas music until February.
I can stand that one, but I have heard enough of
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Jingle Bells Rock
Here Comes Santa Claus
Holly Jolly Christmas
and some others
FOR SEVERAL LIFETIMES!
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:29:14pm |
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albusteve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:29:16pm |
re: #615 Killgore Trout
What? It's not like I'm going to be forced to sleep on the couch in my own house.
just stirrin the pot...I've had three wives and three divorces and I never was tossed from my house or took the sofa...small thing looking back...but I still madly love my third and she is easily my best buddy yet...we are very close to this day....I have had more than my share of women problems and as for me I doubt nationality would've made any difference (especially when I look in the mirror)....
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Kosh's Shadow Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:29:31pm |
re: #634 Kosh's Shadow
PIMF. Forgot to delete a partial comment before posting.
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sngnsgt Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:29:47pm |
I know it's Christmas day, but...
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notutopia Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:30:31pm |
re: #604 summergurl
Summergurl.
I am a 55 y/o woman. Watch the commercial advertisement.
Do you associate yourself with the female in this ad?
IMO,The advertising industry is exploitive to gender roles. We laugh at it. Is it really humourous or are we laughing at ourselves.
Marketing wants you to buy the jewelry.
Period.
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:30:42pm |
re: #589 Walter L. Newton
Merry Christmas Mandy. How did your day go? I hope well, or at least comfortable.
I'm exhausted. Up way before dawn, and I'm just now slowing down.
The Kid's Satellite has a Web-cam thingy and harman/kardon speakers. I'm greeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen with envy.
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Walter L. Newton Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:31:06pm |
re: #636 albusteve
just stirrin the pot...I've had three wives and three divorces and I never was tossed from my house or took the sofa...small thing looking back...but I still madly love my third and she is easily my best buddy yet...we are very close to this day....I have had more than my share of women problems and as for me I doubt nationality would've made any difference (especially when I look in the mirror)....
I win, 4 ex-wives, and I didn't kill any of them.
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Killgore Trout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:31:07pm |
re: #619 Wishing
Agree, way too many women stoop to this berating business. If you want to see a truly GREAT woman, fond the one who builds up her husband, especially in the eyes of others. It is easy to drag down, it is an ART to find the best in people, and then communicate your respect and awe to them and to others!
It's very rare. I do have a secret crush on one of my friends wives simply because she's good to her husband and really seems to see herself as part of a team. All to often I see women treat their husbands well meaning but incompetent retards.
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:31:49pm |
OMYGODTHISFREAKINROCKSEVERYBODYGOUPTHREADNOW.
*gasp*
Okay, now I've calmed down. Everyone go to the next thread. This freakin' rocks.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:32:46pm |
re: #631 Walter L. Newton
Congo African Gray. She's smart and affectionate, if really messy at times. One day I caught her taking food out of her food bowl and throwing it on the floor. Everytime she did it she'd say "Bad girl. Quit!" and then throw another handful of food on the floor. It was a funny moment. I had to get her a new food bowl.
What kind of bird is yours?
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Wishing Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:33:04pm |
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summergurl Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:34:11pm |
re: #640 notutopia
Summergurl.
I am a 55 y/o woman. Watch the commercial advertisement.
Do you associate yourself with the female in this ad?IMO,The advertising industry is exploitive to gender roles. We laugh at it. Is it really humourous or are we laughing at ourselves.
Marketing wants you to buy the jewelry.
Period.
We are still talking about the JCPenney ad right? I'm reading lots of posts and things have picked up a bit and I feel behind now..
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:34:19pm |
re: #635 gclaghorn
Absolutely not. It took me years to get over being angry with her. We were really just too young to get married.
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reine.de.tout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:34:35pm |
re: #644 gclaghorn
OMYGODTHISFREAKINROCKSEVERYBODYGOUPTHREADNOW.
*gasp*
Okay, now I've calmed down. Everyone go to the next thread. This freakin' rocks.
Yes, indeed it does rock!
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:35:13pm |
re: #606 Iron Fist
I don't have a clue where she's gone. The vet she was working for got busted for dealing drugs. I haven't seen her since early 1995. I guess I just don't have enough stalker in me :-)
Stalker? More like "masochist".
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:35:42pm |
re: #648 Iron Fist
Absolutely not. It took me years to get over being angry with her. We were really just too young to get married.
Good. I probably would've said something along the lines of this: [bleep] [bleep] [bleep] walrus [bleep].
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albusteve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:36:23pm |
re: #642 Walter L. Newton
I win, 4 ex-wives, and I didn't kill any of them.
youre a better than I O Walter Din!...I dont think I could do it again...not after the last one
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:37:00pm |
re: #576 RubyTuesday
Yes, and some don't carrot all that I wished them a Merry Christmas!
Artichoked ROTFL over that! And a Merry Christmas to you!
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:37:23pm |
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:37:59pm |
re: #627 Bubblehead II
BBIAW. Dinner. Yes, she is going to feed me.
Awwwwwwwwwwwww.
(YOU BETTER DO THE DISHES.)
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pre-Boomer Marine brat Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:38:00pm |
re: #649 reine.de.tout
Yes, indeed it does rock!
I'm not so sure it's fully functional quite yet.
I tried to post a YouTube link over there -- am getting the spinning wheel of death.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:38:43pm |
re: #652 albusteve
I've never remarried. I lived with one woman almost ten years, but we didn't get married (Tennessee doesn't have common law marriage). I don't know if I ever will remarry, although me and the Girlfriend have talked about it some.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:38:47pm |
re: #596 Bubblehead II
I am afraid not, from the comments I have seen. We can only pray...
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Dr. Shalit Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:39:34pm |
re: #598 reine.de.tout
Men are generally very easy to please, and truly don't mind getting tools to help them do their work - many men are hard-wired to "take care of" things, and it's very easy to keep 'em happy.
Us women on the other hand . . . I at least try to make it easy for the Roi. I cut a picture out of the Christmas catalogue the local jeweler issues and put it on the fridge with a red arrow pointing to the item I would like, and a big "Christmas Gift Idea!" written next to the arrow.
"Queenie" -
Of COURSE we are Hard-Wired to "take care of" things. The wiser among us realize that no ONE MAN can take care of everything. This provides a living for Doctors, Lawyers and for that matter Plumbers and Electricians. The "trick" for we, the men is to make that "delegation of work" look like a leadership decision rather than a surrender of responsibility.
-S-
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MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:39:55pm |
re: #633 Iron Fist
Wow. When me and my ex-wife split we got a "no fault" divorce. I payed half her legal fees and represented myself. She tried to give me a hug after it was over.
At least we didn't have children. What a mess that would have been.
My divorce became a multi-jurisdictional nightmare when I moved way the hell across America. Worth every cent.
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albusteve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:41:41pm |
re: #643 Killgore Trout
It's very rare. I do have a secret crush on one of my friends wives simply because she's good to her husband and really seems to see herself as part of a team. All to often I see women treat their husbands well meaning but incompetent retards.
I am very uncomfortable around folks who treat their spouses badly...jesting is one thing but veiled or open contempt is another and I've spoken up about on occasion...not that it was my business except that it made me feel awkward
| 663 |
MandyManners Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:42:19pm |
re: #658 Iron Fist
Next Spring, would you do me a favor and go to Buffalo Mountain in Johnson City and take some photographs once the stuff starts blooming?
| 670 |
NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:44:47pm |
re: #617 lawhawk
Is my vision going, or is your post in very small print, as are the quotes on the posts.
Re Al-NYT? What should we serve at the party we will have when they go under?
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Outrider Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:45:42pm |
re: #662 albusteve
I am very uncomfortable around folks who treat their spouses badly...jesting is one thing but veiled or open contempt is another and I've spoken up about on occasion...not that it was my business except that it made me feel awkward
I speak up. If they are doing it in my presence, it becomes my business as they have chosen to make it so. I remember the Sonny & Cher show and the bickering that went on with them two - I remember thinking that is potential for disaster when they treat each other that way.
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summergurl Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:46:22pm |
re: #662 albusteve
I am very uncomfortable around folks who treat their spouses badly...jesting is one thing but veiled or open contempt is another and I've spoken up about on occasion...not that it was my business except that it made me feel awkward
I'm with you on - we used to play cards with a couple and had to stop. It was just too negative, he would put her down in front of us and she just took it quietly. It was some form of verbal abuse. All that negativity was gettting to us... we tried to stick up for her but he would 'joke" and "kid" her even more. It was hell and we wanted no part of it.
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:46:43pm |
re: #662 albusteve
I had a long-term friend that I basically dropped because of the way he treated his wife. Last time I saw him he was hitting on the woman I was with. I don't know if he had a death wish or what. His wife put up with so much shit to "save their marriage", and he still divorced her.
From what I've heard, his next wife repaid him that in spades. when they got divorced, her parents were witnesses on his behalf in the custody hearings.
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albusteve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:47:54pm |
re: #658 Iron Fist
I've never remarried. I lived with one woman almost ten years, but we didn't get married (Tennessee doesn't have common law marriage). I don't know if I ever will remarry, although me and the Girlfriend have talked about it some.
I liked it...kids and family and Norman Rockwell....but I'm still so devoted to my ex it just aint gonna happen for me....however it turns for you I wish you well
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Iron Fist Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:50:59pm |
re: #663 MandyManners
Remind me and I'll try to. I've been wanting to take the Girlfriend across Cheroholla Skyway, but we've never gotten around to it. I took her up the Dragon and to the Lost Sea before she moved out here. Took her mom to Cades Cove when she came to visit.
It's a whole different thing out here as opposed to California. Everything is green.
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reine.de.tout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:51:21pm |
re: #660 Dr. Shalit
"Queenie" -
Of COURSE we are Hard-Wired to "take care of" things. The wiser among us realize that no ONE MAN can take care of everything. This provides a living for Doctors, Lawyers and for that matter Plumbers and Electricians. The "trick" for we, the men is to make that "delegation of work" look like a leadership decision rather than a surrender of responsibility.
-S-
My experience has been that men generally demand very little other than that we appreciate them and their efforts. It's so easy to do . . . and so many gals don't ever seem to get it.
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albusteve Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:52:38pm |
re: #672 summergurl
I'm with you on - we used to play cards with a couple and had to stop. It was just too negative, he would put her down in front of us and she just took it quietly. It was some form of verbal abuse. All that negativity was gettting to us... we tried to stick up for her but he would 'joke" and "kid" her even more. It was hell and we wanted no part of it.
I had a remodel business for years...up to 15 guys in the field...I fired workers for non stop trashing of their wives...I am very intolerant when I can control the situation...I smacked around my boys highschool buddies for the same reason....taught 'em some manners! I hope...they all liked me tho...heh...it's important to be a gentleman...I owe it to my own dad
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reine.de.tout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:53:13pm |
re: #668 Rancher
Rancher - did Rustler get registered, I hope?
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:53:38pm |
re: #607 Dr. Shalit
Fijate que escribia en Español con solamente ese accento! Soy muy, muy floja, y ademas, mi amiga. ;)
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:56:23pm |
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:56:58pm |
re: #672 summergurl
Reminds me of the movie 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 6:57:03pm |
re: #679 NY Nana
Fijate que escribia en Español con solamente ese accento! Soy muy, muy floja, y ademas, mi amiga. ;)
Hola. Soy tengo es macaroni con queso.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:02:49pm |
| 685 |
Bubblehead II Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:02:50pm |
re: #659 NY Nana
Damn! I enjoyed his post. Has goddess put him on the prayer list?
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:03:27pm |
| 687 |
reine.de.tout Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:03:37pm |
| 688 |
NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:19:43pm |
re: #685 Bubblehead II
Yes. I keep hoping that Miguelito will post...but it has been a few months, IIRC.
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NY Nana Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:21:27pm |
re: #686 gclaghorn
Almost that you had macaroni and cheese! ;)
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gclaghorn Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:22:31pm |
re: #689 NY Nana
Almost that you had macaroni and cheese! ;)
I just put it into google, and it appears that I said, "I am macaroni and cheese." Whatever. Close enough. ;)
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kynna Thu, Dec 25, 2008 7:59:52pm |
I'm very late to the thread, but I want to say "Merry Christmas" to all the wonderful Lizards and Charles. Thanks for being here.
:D
Blessings, all!
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wiffersnapper Thu, Dec 25, 2008 10:07:35pm |
Merry Christmas! My gift to you all: +1 Karma!
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