*** OUR GATHERING PLACE *** Fellowship and Laughter - Welcome to RF!

[smyrna]

Good Sunday morning people. I trust your Saturday evening was eventful. Happy March 1st. Got to go jump in the shower and get ready...got up a little late and am running behind.


Good...day!

[vir doctus]

I like putting honey on my sweet peas...makes 'em stick to the fork better...and it sure is tasty.

The song says it makes them taste funny... :think:

[terri910]

You can always threaten to sic me on those non-compliant plants. I have a "black" thumb.........I tend to kill plants without even trying.
Comadre! *L* You, and me, both!

[Meriweather]

Comadre! *L* You, and me, both!

You two are funny. The only trick is to put a plant in a place where it thrives on minimal care. I like herbs and perennials best. My poor yard has been sadly neglected. What makes that fun, is that yesterday, when I had a little time to spend on it, all sorts of things were happening without me having had to lift a finger. Chives, dill, mint, marjoram, oregano, thyme, rosemary, bay, lavender, and lemon balm do require much fuss--they happily make an appearance, and I beam back at them. I only do simple little garden "pockets."

Nasturtiums! I need to plant nasturtiums. I found a recipe for nasturtium salad and made it once. It was better than mashed peas, but not by much. Maybe if I had tried CID's honey dressing with it....

[meggers49]

For Smyrna

Psalm 91

You who dwell in the shelter of the Most High,
Who abide in the shadow of the Almighty,
Say to the Lord, “My refuge and fortress, my God in whom I trust.”
God will rescue you from the fowler’s snare,
From the destroying plague,
Will shelter you with pinions,
Spread wings that you may take refuge;
God’s faithfulness is a protecting shield.
You shall not fear the terror of the night
Nor the arrow that flies by day,
Nor the pestilence that roams in the darkness
Nor the plague that ravages at noon.
Though a thousand fall at your side,
Ten thousand at your right hand,
Near you it shall not come.
You need simply watch;
The punishment of the wicked you will see.
You have the Lord for your refuge;
You have made the Most High your stronghold.
No evil shall be befall you,
No affliction come near your tent.
For God commands the angels
To guard you in all your ways.
With their hands they shall support you,
Lest you strike your foot against a stone.
You shall tread upon the asp and the viper
Trample the lion and the dragon.

Whoever clings to me I will deliver;
Whoever knows my name I will set on high.
All who call upon me I will answer;
I will be with them in distress;
I will deliver them and give them honor.
With length of days I will satisfy them
And show them my saving power.



<On Eagles Wings (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rRea9qnjK4)>

Interestingly, Blest Be the Lord by Dan Schutte is from the same Psalm, yet has a totally different feel to it.

I can only find a recording of it on itunes and it's fighting back with me..hopefully i'll be able to locate it. I actually prefer it to Eagle's Wings.

[Meriweather]

Golf is a game in which you yell "Fore!", shoot six, and write down five. (Paul Harvey)

[Meriweather]

Interestingly, Blest Be the Lord by Dan Schutte is from the same Psalm, yet has a totally different feel to it.

I can only find a recording of it on itunes and it's fighting back with me..hopefully i'll be able to locate it. I actually prefer it to Eagle's Wings.

Blest be the Lord,
Blest be the Lord,
The God of mercy,
The God who saves!
I shall not fear the dark of night,
Nor the arrow that flies by day.

Are these some of the lyrics in the song you are thinking of? If so, I hope you find it for us. I agree. It is a great song.

[Mikko]

Blest be the Lord,
Blest be the Lord,
The God of mercy,
The God who saves!
I shall not fear the dark of night,
Nor the arrow that flies by day.

Are these some of the lyrics in the song you are thinking of? If so, I hope you find it for us. I agree. It is a great song.
Hey, Meri! How are you this fine Sunday morning?:)

[vir doctus]

Genealogy and religion:

"About this time a certain William BRASWELL (writer's grandfather several generations back) found himself in an embarrassing situation- his religion would not permit him to swear. Yet his loyalty to the colony required him to take an oath of allegiance to the state of Virginia. He hesitated or put off signing the oath of allegiance along with fifteen others of his belief. They were arrested and brought before the judge and charged as being "recussants" (refusing to cuss). For this crime he was forced to pay double taxes. He had refused to swear because the Bible said "Swear not". From that time until now his descendants have taken pride in his religious fervor. This incident has been passed on from father to son until this good day. The courts now accept that one may affirm if his conscience forbids him to swear." - William and Mary Quarterly

[Meriweather]

Hey, Meri! How are you this fine Sunday morning?:)


Good morning, Mikko. I'm enjoying the rain--we haven't had a lot of it this year, so it is lovely to see and a delight to hear.

It's good to see your smiling face out and about. ;) And how are you doing?

[Meriweather]

Genealogy and religion:

"About this time a certain William BRASWELL (writer's grandfather several generations back) found himself in an embarrassing situation- his religion would not permit him to swear. Yet his loyalty to the colony required him to take an oath of allegiance to the state of Virginia. He hesitated or put off signing the oath of allegiance along with fifteen others of his belief. They were arrested and brought before the judge and charged as being "recussants" (refusing to cuss). For this crime he was forced to pay double taxes. He had refused to swear because the Bible said "Swear not". From that time until now his descendants have taken pride in his religious fervor. This incident has been passed on from father to son until this good day. The courts now accept that one may affirm if his conscience forbids him to swear." - William and Mary Quarterly

In Colonial times, there were also rules for establishing a new town. A few of my ancestors had these rules to follow in helping to found a town:


1. Settle 60 families within four years.

2. Houses must be at least 18 square feet with 5 acres of land surrounding it brought to English grass or broken by plowing.

3. Must build a meetinghouse.

4. Must have a learned, orthodox minister.

5. A lot of 100 acres must be provided for a school.

[Hadassah]

For Smyrna

Psalm 91

You who dwell in the shelter of the Most High,
Who abide in the shadow of the Almighty,
Say to the Lord, “My refuge and fortress, my God in whom I trust.”
God will rescue you from the fowler’s snare,
From the destroying plague,
Will shelter you with pinions,
Spread wings that you may take refuge;
God’s faithfulness is a protecting shield.
You shall not fear the terror of the night
Nor the arrow that flies by day,
Nor the pestilence that roams in the darkness
Nor the plague that ravages at noon.
Though a thousand fall at your side,
Ten thousand at your right hand,
Near you it shall not come.
You need simply watch;
The punishment of the wicked you will see.
You have the Lord for your refuge;
You have made the Most High your stronghold.
No evil shall be befall you,
No affliction come near your tent.
For God commands the angels
To guard you in all your ways.
With their hands they shall support you,
Lest you strike your foot against a stone.
You shall tread upon the asp and the viper
Trample the lion and the dragon.

Whoever clings to me I will deliver;
Whoever knows my name I will set on high.
All who call upon me I will answer;
I will be with them in distress;
I will deliver them and give them honor.
With length of days I will satisfy them
And show them my saving power.



<On Eagles Wings (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rRea9qnjK4)>

On Eagle's Wings tears me up. That song was played at my dad's partner's funeral Mass after he was murdered. Then it was played at my dad's funeral Mass when he died a year and a half ago. I can't listen to it without choking up.

[Hadassah]

In Colonial times, there were also rules for establishing a new town. A few of my ancestors had these rules to follow in helping to found a town:


1. Settle 60 families within four years.

2. Houses must be at least 18 square feet with 5 acres of land surrounding it brought to English grass or broken by plowing.

3. Must build a meetinghouse.

4. Must have a learned, orthodox minister.

5. A lot of 100 acres must be provided for a school.

What does "brought to English grass" mean?

[Meriweather]

What does "brought to English grass" mean?

Indian attacks upon a community were an ever present danger in those days. It did no good to post night watchmen if people did not clear away shrubbery from all the buildings in the community. Two of my ancestors were killed in an early morning massacre because Indians were able to sneak up on a sleeping community, using brush and bush for cover.

For safety reasons, the township had to be cleared of brush and shrubbery; English style grass was fine (short grass, not long grass); or simple plowing under of the area were mandated.

[Mikko]

Good morning, Mikko. I'm enjoying the rain--we haven't had a lot of it this year, so it is lovely to see and a delight to hear.

It's good to see your smiling face out and about. ;) And how are you doing?
Very well, thank you. I'm enjoying what could well be the last cool front we have here in South Texas this season. The Inferno that is summer in these parts will soon be upon us.:(

[Meriweather]

Very well, thank you. I'm enjoying what could well be the last cool front we have here in South Texas this season. The Inferno that is summer in these parts will soon be upon us.:(

Ah, yes--Texas Heat. I remember it well. Is the humidity in your area as high as it is in the Houston area? (Am I remembering correctly that you live well west of Houston?)

[smyrna]

Thank you for that Meriweather. I do so love that Psalm. I enjoy reading about King David and his faith. When the chips seem a little low...I go to this Psalm and it truly strenghtens me. Can you imagine 10,000 people dieing on the battlefield right in front of you. The obstacles that David encountered in his life far exceed the obstacles in mine and if he still had the mindset to write that Psalm...well, what can I say except thank you for going first and showing me that it can be done even in overwhelming odds.

[Lie Sniper]

Thank you for a super nice compliment. Why 15 years at dealers? You were in the business?

Yep. 15 years with one of our big three. Worked in Service. Pressure from the top to get the numbers up, pressure from the manufacturer to get the numbers down and pressure from the Techs for more pay, more pay and more pay........:rolleyes:

Had enough.

Worked at a dealer that would, pull check engine light and Air bag bulbs, instead of repair the vehicle before the sale to save money.
Worked at one that would unjustifiably condemn vehicles, get them on the trade in and "get 'em in a new one".
Worked at a dealer that would refer to customers as "Marks".
Last dealer I worked for would try to get their employees for an extra 100-200 on a vehicle purchase just because they could, by using the employees loyalty against them.

The final straw was an old lady that got taken out of her luxury sedan because she had accidentally put E85 in her gas tank. She was told the engine was failing, so they got her in a new vehicle. The dealer made a killing on that one and I have blood on my hands, because in order to keep my job, I kept my mouth shut.

3 dealers, 15 years, and a whole lot of guilt, for my inaction and turning a blind eye.

Anyway, I could go on and on....but if you're in the business you've heard the stories and know the struggles.

I own my own Repair Shop now,(I can't sell cars because for me it creates too many moral dilemmas) and its nice to be the one to set the moral standard as a opposed to being stuck within a system controlled by someone else's idea of right and wrong, be it the Owner, DP, General manager, or whoever. I've never slept so good at night, and if my business fails and I end up living in a box, down by the river, I will still sleep with a clear conscience and know that is where the Lord wants me to be.
Fortunately, I don't see that happening real soon. It seems God blesses honesty and I'm thankful everyday for His blessings, even though I don't deserve it.

I too like Psalm 91 and I'm also partial to Jeremiah 29-11, I have it framed and on the wall in my office. :D

[Meriweather]

Jeremiah 29:11


For I know well the plans I have in mind for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare, not for woe! Plans to give you a future full of hope.

Nice verse, Lie Sniper. It is a great one for me to keep in mind at this time, too. Thanks for calling it to mind.

[vir doctus]

Yep. 15 years with one of our big three. Worked in Service. Pressure from the top to get the numbers up, pressure from the manufacturer to get the numbers down and pressure from the Techs for more pay, more pay and more pay........:rolleyes:

Had enough.

Worked at a dealer that would, pull check engine light and Air bag bulbs, instead of repair the vehicle before the sale to save money.
Worked at one that would unjustifiably condemn vehicles, get them on the trade in and "get 'em in a new one".
Worked at a dealer that would refer to customers as "Marks".
Last dealer I worked for would try to get their employees for an extra 100-200 on a vehicle purchase just because they could, by using the employees loyalty against them.

The final straw was an old lady that got taken out of her luxury sedan because she had accidentally put E85 in her gas tank. She was told the engine was failing, so they got her in a new vehicle. The dealer made a killing on that one and I have blood on my hands, because in order to keep my job, I kept my mouth shut.

3 dealers, 15 years, and a whole lot of guilt, for my inaction and turning a blind eye.

Anyway, I could go on and on....but if you're in the business you've heard the stories and know the struggles.

I own my own Repair Shop now,(I can't sell cars because for me it creates too many moral dilemmas) and its nice to be the one to set the moral standard as a opposed to being stuck within a system controlled by someone else's idea of right and wrong, be it the Owner, DP, General manager, or whoever. I've never slept so good at night, and if my business fails and I end up living in a box, down by the river, I will still sleep with a clear conscience and know that is where the Lord wants me to be.
Fortunately, I don't see that happening real soon. It seems God blesses honesty and I'm thankful everyday for His blessings, even though I don't deserve it.

I too like Psalm 91 and I'm also partial to Jeremiah 29-11, I have it framed and on the wall in my office. :D

Tough stuff! Sounds like you made a good choice to be your own boss.

We were trying to buy a new car and the guy trying to sell it to us would not give me the time of day! When my husband spoke, he listened; when I spoke, he would start talking to my husband about something different. The guy didn't even take a clue that my husband was visibly irritated at the way I was being treated so I said aloud, "We can spend our money somewhere that I will be listened to." And we left. The next dealership we walked into my husband offered his hand to the salesman and as they were shaking declared, "Make my wife happy if you want our business."

My guy ROCKS!

[Meriweather]

Tough stuff! Sounds like you made a good choice to be your own boss.

We were trying to buy a new car and the guy trying to sell it to us would not give me the time of day! When my husband spoke, he listened; when I spoke, he would start talking to my husband about something different. The guy didn't even take a clue that my husband was visibly irritated at the way I was being treated so I said aloud, "We can spend our money somewhere that I will be listened to." And we left. The next dealership we walked into my husband offered his hand to the salesman and as they were shaking declared, "Make my wife happy if you want our business."

My guy ROCKS!


My husband and I both dislike the high pressure sales pitch. We were in Texas and both girls were still tiny, and we needed a new car. We would go to a dealership, and the salesman would immediately approach my husband who would amiably wander away with him, while the girls and I scouted out the vehicles I was interested in. At some point the salesman would ask my husband, "Well, what do you think?"

My husband would enthusiastically reply, "Everything you showed me is great! I like them all. But I am not the one looking for a car today. My wife is." My husband got such a kick out of how quickly he was dropped as the poor salesman went running in search of me. By that time, I had pretty much collected all the information I needed. It took time, but eventually we were able to walk into a dealership and say, we are looking for this car with this deal--and get it.

Your husband does rock. I know another guy who rocks, too.

[Koushi Shinigami]

Fireproof = movie
Plot:
In an attempt to save his marriage, A firefighter uses a 40-day experiment known as "The Love Dare".



:sick:

+1

:sick: :sick: :sick: :sick: :sick: :sick: :sick: :sick: :sick: :projectilevomit:

[smyrna]

Yep. 15 years with one of our big three. Worked in Service. Pressure from the top to get the numbers up, pressure from the manufacturer to get the numbers down and pressure from the Techs for more pay, more pay and more pay........:rolleyes:

Had enough.

Worked at a dealer that would, pull check engine light and Air bag bulbs, instead of repair the vehicle before the sale to save money.
Worked at one that would unjustifiably condemn vehicles, get them on the trade in and "get 'em in a new one".
Worked at a dealer that would refer to customers as "Marks".
Last dealer I worked for would try to get their employees for an extra 100-200 on a vehicle purchase just because they could, by using the employees loyalty against them.

The final straw was an old lady that got taken out of her luxury sedan because she had accidentally put E85 in her gas tank. She was told the engine was failing, so they got her in a new vehicle. The dealer made a killing on that one and I have blood on my hands, because in order to keep my job, I kept my mouth shut.

3 dealers, 15 years, and a whole lot of guilt, for my inaction and turning a blind eye.

Anyway, I could go on and on....but if you're in the business you've heard the stories and know the struggles.

I own my own Repair Shop now,(I can't sell cars because for me it creates too many moral dilemmas) and its nice to be the one to set the moral standard as a opposed to being stuck within a system controlled by someone else's idea of right and wrong, be it the Owner, DP, General manager, or whoever. I've never slept so good at night, and if my business fails and I end up living in a box, down by the river, I will still sleep with a clear conscience and know that is where the Lord wants me to be.
Fortunately, I don't see that happening real soon. It seems God blesses honesty and I'm thankful everyday for His blessings, even though I don't deserve it.

I too like Psalm 91 and I'm also partial to Jeremiah 29-11, I have it framed and on the wall in my office. :D

THAT...didn't sound like much fun. My story may be worse. I was the "owner's son". Did you ever have any of "them" where you worked?

[Hadassah]

Yep. 15 years with one of our big three. Worked in Service. Pressure from the top to get the numbers up, pressure from the manufacturer to get the numbers down and pressure from the Techs for more pay, more pay and more pay........:rolleyes:

Had enough.

Worked at a dealer that would, pull check engine light and Air bag bulbs, instead of repair the vehicle before the sale to save money.
Worked at one that would unjustifiably condemn vehicles, get them on the trade in and "get 'em in a new one".
Worked at a dealer that would refer to customers as "Marks".
Last dealer I worked for would try to get their employees for an extra 100-200 on a vehicle purchase just because they could, by using the employees loyalty against them.

The final straw was an old lady that got taken out of her luxury sedan because she had accidentally put E85 in her gas tank. She was told the engine was failing, so they got her in a new vehicle. The dealer made a killing on that one and I have blood on my hands, because in order to keep my job, I kept my mouth shut.

3 dealers, 15 years, and a whole lot of guilt, for my inaction and turning a blind eye.

Anyway, I could go on and on....but if you're in the business you've heard the stories and know the struggles.

I own my own Repair Shop now,(I can't sell cars because for me it creates too many moral dilemmas) and its nice to be the one to set the moral standard as a opposed to being stuck within a system controlled by someone else's idea of right and wrong, be it the Owner, DP, General manager, or whoever. I've never slept so good at night, and if my business fails and I end up living in a box, down by the river, I will still sleep with a clear conscience and know that is where the Lord wants me to be.
Fortunately, I don't see that happening real soon. It seems God blesses honesty and I'm thankful everyday for His blessings, even though I don't deserve it.

I too like Psalm 91 and I'm also partial to Jeremiah 29-11, I have it framed and on the wall in my office. :D



wow. good for you getting out of that business.

so how does the customer know which dealer is honest and which one is just out for a buck?

[Lie Sniper]

Tough stuff! Sounds like you made a good choice to be your own boss.

We were trying to buy a new car and the guy trying to sell it to us would not give me the time of day! When my husband spoke, he listened; when I spoke, he would start talking to my husband about something different. The guy didn't even take a clue that my husband was visibly irritated at the way I was being treated so I said aloud, "We can spend our money somewhere that I will be listened to." And we left. The next dealership we walked into my husband offered his hand to the salesman and as they were shaking declared, "Make my wife happy if you want our business."

My guy ROCKS!

Yes it is a tough business. That's why I'm so impressed by symrna and his/her daily challenges. (sorry symrna, I don't remember if you are a him or her.:redface:

My husband and I both dislike the high pressure sales pitch. We were in Texas and both girls were still tiny, and we needed a new car. We would go to a dealership, and the salesman would immediately approach my husband who would amiably wander away with him, while the girls and I scouted out the vehicles I was interested in. At some point the salesman would ask my husband, "Well, what do you think?"

My husband would enthusiastically reply, "Everything you showed me is great! I like them all. But I am not the one looking for a car today. My wife is." My husband got such a kick out of how quickly he was dropped as the poor salesman went running in search of me. By that time, I had pretty much collected all the information I needed. It took time, but eventually we were able to walk into a dealership and say, we are looking for this car with this deal--and get it.

Your husband does rock. I know another guy who rocks, too.

Vir and Meri, how long ago where you looking for a car?
Through the late 90's I believe??( forgive me I've tried to block much of my experience out of my mind), there was a big push in the industry to acknowledge both the man and woman equally. Seminar upon seminar was taught on how to sell cars, service etc... to women. Either it was a while ago, or I doubt those sales personnel lasted unless they changed their views. Statistically, (again, going by memory) 40- 50% of households, the woman had at least equal say in major purchases or makes all the decisions and something like 90% are in charge of the household's finances. That was in the 90's, who knows what it is now.

You both sound like you have some good husbands there!:clap:

Meri, Jer 29:11, I love that verse! Take it to heart!:D

[Lie Sniper]

THAT...didn't sound like much fun. My story may be worse. I was the "owner's son". Did you ever have any of "them" where you worked?

:silenced::silenced::silenced:.............;)

Ok, I know you are a he.:D

[Lie Sniper]

wow. good for you getting out of that business.

so how does the customer know which dealer is honest and which one is just out for a buck?

Carfax, Carsoup, Kelly blue Book, and a degree in Automotive Technology just to be sure. :))

[Hadassah]

I decided on the dress.



http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_ensemble.aspx?ifn=F0761065_V107_022_BKG&effort=1C&style_id=31456198&index=94&gp_coll_id=9&gp_cat_id=1649&nav_cat_id=1686&category_id=7660

[Lie Sniper]

THAT...didn't sound like much fun. My story may be worse. I was the "owner's son". Did you ever have any of "them" where you worked?

OK, seriously, yes two of the dealers I had the "pleasure" of dealing with owners' sons.


It's confession time.
So what did you do?

(Wife is calling, gotta go. I'll be back later. :D)

[Meriweather]

Yes it is a tough business. That's why I'm so impressed by symrna and his/her daily challenges. (sorry symrna, I don't remember if you are a him or her.:redface:



Vir and Meri, how long ago where you looking for a car?
Through the late 90's I believe??( forgive me I've tried to block much of my experience out of my mind), there was a big push in the industry to acknowledge both the man and woman equally. Seminar upon seminar was taught on how to sell cars, service etc... to women. Either it was a while ago, or I doubt those sales personnel lasted unless they changed their views. Statistically, (again, going by memory) 40- 50% of households, the woman had at least equal say in major purchases or makes all the decisions and something like 90% are in charge of the household's finances. That was in the 90's, who knows what it is now.

You both sound like you have some good husbands there!:clap:

Meri, Jer 29:11, I love that verse! Take it to heart!:D

You pin pointed the time frame exactly, Sniper. The incident I related was early 1990s. The next time we went to buy a car (three years ago), I wasn't left by myself for nearly as long, although my husband was still able to draw attention to him. He's a very affable type of guy, while I come across as very quiet.

I so applaud your decision to live your values. Spock seems appropriate here: May you live long and prosper.

[Meriweather]

I decided on the dress.



http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_ensemble.aspx?ifn=F0761065_V107_022_BKG&effort=1C&style_id=31456198&index=94&gp_coll_id=9&gp_cat_id=1649&nav_cat_id=1686&category_id=7660


It's lovely, Hadassah. That and the black one were my favorites.

[Lie Sniper]

+1

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:naughty::naughty::naughty:


:))

[Koushi Shinigami]

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:naughty::naughty::naughty:


:))

Just glad to see that others thought that movie sucked. Saves me the trouble of watching it.

[vir doctus]

Yes it is a tough business. That's why I'm so impressed by symrna and his/her daily challenges. (sorry symrna, I don't remember if you are a him or her.:redface:



Vir and Meri, how long ago where you looking for a car?
Through the late 90's I believe??( forgive me I've tried to block much of my experience out of my mind), there was a big push in the industry to acknowledge both the man and woman equally. Seminar upon seminar was taught on how to sell cars, service etc... to women. Either it was a while ago, or I doubt those sales personnel lasted unless they changed their views. Statistically, (again, going by memory) 40- 50% of households, the woman had at least equal say in major purchases or makes all the decisions and something like 90% are in charge of the household's finances. That was in the 90's, who knows what it is now.

You both sound like you have some good husbands there!:clap:

Meri, Jer 29:11, I love that verse! Take it to heart!:D

1997 - but I don't expect Arkansas to be up on such details. :whistle:

[vir doctus]

I decided on the dress.



http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_ensemble.aspx?ifn=F0761065_V107_022_BKG&effort=1C&style_id=31456198&index=94&gp_coll_id=9&gp_cat_id=1649&nav_cat_id=1686&category_id=7660

Now time to learn the steps to the Paso Doble! Attitude, sex appeal and a hot dress - could be trouble.

[Meriweather]

I just remembered something, and a question I wanted to ask here. Last week, walking from place-to-place around school, I ran into two separate discussions. The first group was discussing how hard it is to work with men; the second group (with equal fervor) were discussing how difficult it is to work with women.

I remember similar discussions going on in various other places I have worked. How do you vote? In your opinion, is it harder to work with women, or is it harder to work with men?

[RayMan]

Yes.

[Koushi Shinigami]

Yes.

+1

Which is why marriage has a 50% success rate.

[Meriweather]

What I found funny about the two discussions, is that they were taking place in separate departments, and the people in the discussions don't run into each other during their individual work days.

The first was a group of women swearing in their next life they were going to be Lesbians and forego men altogether. The second was a group of men, swearing in their next life they might consider being gay. (The women were certain, the men were just considering the possibility. I thought that was interesting.)

[HardHammer]

+1

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Don't say I never gave you anything. :)

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c23/HardHammer/puking20smiley2.gif

[vir doctus]

Don't say I never gave you anything.

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c23/HardHammer/puking20smiley2.gif

The gift that keeps on giving.

[Koushi Shinigami]

Just got back from our traditional Scout Troop Ski Trip. We call it 'Winter Cabins'. We go up into the mountains and stay at a scout camp in one of their buildings that has a wood stove. It's our biggest outing aside from summer camp. We had 4 adults and 14 boys go. Those who didn't ski went cross country skiing or snow shoeing or we shot model rockes from the frozen lake. A lot of fun had by all.

We have one special needs kid in the troop. He almost didn't get to go because he lost control of his temper and his dad wasn't going to have him spoil the trip. He settled down and came along. I am glad he made it. His dad was one of the adults. One thing I noticed about this kid is that his social development seems to be arrested at the two year old 'Parallel Play' stage. He gets along well with everyone most of the time. He just doesn't engage in give and take activities. He just does his own thing in parallel to what everyone else is doing.

[vir doctus]

I just remembered something, and a question I wanted to ask here. Last week, walking from place-to-place around school, I ran into two separate discussions. The first group was discussing how hard it is to work with men; the second group (with equal fervor) were discussing how difficult it is to work with women.

I remember similar discussions going on in various other places I have worked. How do you vote? In your opinion, is it harder to work with women, or is it harder to work with men?

Women are the most frustrating creatures in God's great creation. :wall:

[smyrna]

Statistically, (again, going by memory) 40- 50% of households, the woman had at least equal say in major purchases or makes all the decisions and something like 90% are in charge of the household's finances. That was in the 90's, who knows what it is now.

84% directly or indirectly influence the decision to buy a car

[Koushi Shinigami]

Don't say I never gave you anything. :)

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c23/HardHammer/puking20smiley2.gif



Yeah. That would be my reaction.

[vir doctus]

I'm praying fervently for my brother today, he and the wife have called the marriage quits - they have two small boys. :pray:

[Meriweather]

I'm praying fervently for my brother today, he and the wife have called the marriage quits - they have two small boys. :pray:

I'll join your prayers, vir. I am so sorry to hear of this.

[vir doctus]

I'll join your prayers, vir. I am so sorry to hear of this.

Thanks. My heart aches for all of them.

[Koushi Shinigami]

I'm praying fervently for my brother today, he and the wife have called the marriage quits - they have two small boys. :pray:

For the sake of the boys, I am sorry to hear that. And for the sake of the boys, I hope their parents can work out an agreement that does not cause the kids to suffer.

[Meriweather]

Just got back from our traditional Scout Troop Ski Trip. We call it 'Winter Cabins'. We go up into the mountains and stay at a scout camp in one of their buildings that has a wood stove. It's our biggest outing aside from summer camp. We had 4 adults and 14 boys go. Those who didn't ski went cross country skiing or snow shoeing or we shot model rockes from the frozen lake. A lot of fun had by all.

We have one special needs kid in the troop. He almost didn't get to go because he lost control of his temper and his dad wasn't going to have him spoil the trip. He settled down and came along. I am glad he made it. His dad was one of the adults. One thing I noticed about this kid is that his social development seems to be arrested at the two year old 'Parallel Play' stage. He gets along well with everyone most of the time. He just doesn't engage in give and take activities. He just does his own thing in parallel to what everyone else is doing.

I'm happy your weekend went well, Koushi. I know you have a special needs boy, but his story causes me to reflect on some kids I've had that truly have a difficult time when it comes to team sports. In individual activities they shine; I had two young men in particular that went into a "mild freak" every time we did "close" team sports (such as basketball), but were better in sports like soccer where they could hang back or keep a little more apart from the other players. I'd like to do more to help kids like these than just present them with more opportunities.

I hope you are able to put your feet up and relax the rest of the day.

[vir doctus]

For the sake of the boys, I am sorry to hear that. And for the sake of the boys, I hope their parents can work out an agreement that does not cause the kids to suffer.

Sadly, it is a good thing for my brother... Life can be so complicated.

[terri910]

How has everyone's Sunday been?

[Koushi Shinigami]

Sadly, it is a good thing for my brother... Life can be so complicated.

It does not tax my mental faculties to be able to imagine that.

[Meriweather]

How has everyone's Sunday been?

I'm listening to the rhythm of the falling rain... How is your Sunday, Terri?

[Koushi Shinigami]

I'm listening to the rhythm of the falling rain... How is your Sunday, Terri?

Telling me just what a fool I've been...

[terri910]

I'm listening to the rhythm of the falling rain... How is your Sunday, Terri?
Mine has been good! Early morning with Coral, then Church as #1 son took her to Brunch. This afternoon hubby finally brought my carry-on out of it's storage place, so I can do a practice-run on my packing sometime this week! :dance:

Our weather is absolutely beautiful this weekend: not too hot, not too cold, and with a gentle breeze. As we were driving home I looked around at how beautiful everything was, and thanked God!

Your post reminds me of a song, from a long time ago:
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain
telling me just what a fool I've been
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain
and let me be alone again.

[Meriweather]

Telling me just what a fool I've been...

Please ask the sun to set her heart aglow... ;)

I always grin at the description Fire Watch has above his title: Embrace your inner idiot.

I try to remember to strangle mine at least twice daily. It's not easily subdued.

[RayMan]

Women are the most frustrating creatures in God's great creation. :wall:

Indubitably.

[terri910]

Woot!

I have completed my practice packing of my carry-on!

I have room to spare. I'm almost afraid to know this with more than 2 weeks left before leaving -- I'm afraid there will be a part of me that says, "Oh, there's room for this" and then the next day, "Oh, I'm sure there's room for this, too" and then the next day, "There's surely room for just this little thing, too" and so on....:))

[Meriweather]

Ray, vir--

Why are you, today, seeing women as frustrating creatures?

[Meriweather]

Woot!

I have completed my practice packing of my carry-on!

I have room to spare. I'm almost afraid to know this with more than 2 weeks left before leaving -- I'm afraid there will be a part of me that says, "Oh, there's room for this" and then the next day, "Oh, I'm sure there's room for this, too" and then the next day, "There's surely room for just this little thing, too" and so on....:))

You will have to remember that at the end of a long flight those extra ounces of anything more that you pack is going to feel like pounds.

Or, perhaps you will want a little space for something you choose to buy while on your trip?

[vir doctus]

Ray, vir--

Why are you, today, seeing women as frustrating creatures?

Women are always frustrating to deal with, not just today. :rolleyes:

[Meriweather]

Women are always frustrating to deal with, not just today. :rolleyes:

All right. Why are women always frustrating to deal with? What makes them that way?

[vir doctus]

All right. Why are women always frustrating to deal with? What makes them that way?

1. They don't accept straight answers.
2. They don't give straight answers.
3. They are catty
4. and shallow
5. and emotional.

For a start.

[RayMan]

Ray, vir--

Why are you, today, seeing women as frustrating creatures?

I don't recall mentioning a time frame.

[Koushi Shinigami]

All right. Why are women always frustrating to deal with? What makes them that way?

Women are evil.

[Hadassah]

Now time to learn the steps to the Paso Doble! Attitude, sex appeal and a hot dress - could be trouble.

Well, I've got the attitude and the dress. I don't know about the sex appeal, but 2 out of 3 ain't bad. :))

[terri910]

You will have to remember that at the end of a long flight those extra ounces of anything more that you pack is going to feel like pounds.

Or, perhaps you will want a little space for something you choose to buy while on your trip?
I will definitely want to remember that!

However, my carry-on has a zipper around the top, that when unzipped gives an extra couple of inchest of space all around. It would then no longer fit within the carry-on parameters, but coming home, I don't care.

We will be trying to catch a particular train in London when we arrive; we don't want to have to spend any time collecting checked baggage at Heathrow. We want to get off the plane and walk briskly and directly to Customs/Immigration, and then through it! Coming home, I have no scheduled train to catch; my shuttle will know what flight I'm on and have a van in the area, all I have to do is call them once I've collected my bag (if it has to be checked) and gone through Customs/Immigration at LAX and they will come by and pick me up.

But...I'm not much of one to purchase souvenirs. My photos and videos will be my best souvenirs!

One of the first questions I asked my friend (who I am traveling with) was, "What do you like to do when you go on trips? Museums? Shopping?"....She quickly said, "Not shopping!" and I hugged her and said, "My traveling soulmate!" *LOL* No friends or family should particularly expect me to bring them back something. I've never seen any of them wear a t-shirt that read, "My mother went to England and all I got was this stupid t-shirt!" :))

[terri910]

Well, I've got the attitude and the dress. I don't know about the sex appeal, but 2 out of 3 ain't bad. :))
You picked my favorite dress, Hadassah!! The first two pretty much guarantee the third!

[Koushi Shinigami]

http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo240/koushishinigami/girlsevil.jpg

[Hadassah]

Just got back from our traditional Scout Troop Ski Trip. We call it 'Winter Cabins'. We go up into the mountains and stay at a scout camp in one of their buildings that has a wood stove. It's our biggest outing aside from summer camp. We had 4 adults and 14 boys go. Those who didn't ski went cross country skiing or snow shoeing or we shot model rockes from the frozen lake. A lot of fun had by all.

We have one special needs kid in the troop. He almost didn't get to go because he lost control of his temper and his dad wasn't going to have him spoil the trip. He settled down and came along. I am glad he made it. His dad was one of the adults. One thing I noticed about this kid is that his social development seems to be arrested at the two year old 'Parallel Play' stage. He gets along well with everyone most of the time. He just doesn't engage in give and take activities. He just does his own thing in parallel to what everyone else is doing.

Is this boy autistic?

[Hadassah]

I'm praying fervently for my brother today, he and the wife have called the marriage quits - they have two small boys. :pray:

I will pray for them as well. :pray:

[terri910]

From my personal observations: the difference between boys and girls is parallel to the difference in their "plumbing."

Guys are just "out there" and open -- what you see is what you get.

Gals...you do NOT "see" what you are getting most of the time, they keep their thoughts hidden for the most part, even if they expect you to understand that they are there.

The latter can be frustrating, but I have to assume that discovering those hidden....thoughts.....is worth the trouble -- men seem absolutely driven to try! :whistle:

[Hadassah]

I'm happy your weekend went well, Koushi. I know you have a special needs boy, but his story causes me to reflect on some kids I've had that truly have a difficult time when it comes to team sports. In individual activities they shine; I had two young men in particular that went into a "mild freak" every time we did "close" team sports (such as basketball), but were better in sports like soccer where they could hang back or keep a little more apart from the other players. I'd like to do more to help kids like these than just present them with more opportunities.

I hope you are able to put your feet up and relax the rest of the day.

Presenting these kids with more opportunities is wonderful. Don't discount it. :hug:

[Koushi Shinigami]

Is this boy autistic?

Fragile X. He and his brother and both are in the troop. The boy I was referring to earlier just joined. I have NEVER encountered someone who can talk as much as he can. I do not exaggerate when I say his mouth is running from the moment he wakes up to the second he falls asleep. Sweet kid. Doesn't have a mean bone in his body. Thankfully his father is very active in the troop. We could not have the boy without his dad along.

[Hadassah]

http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo240/koushishinigami/girlsevil.jpg

Well, there ya go folks. It's proven mathematically that we women are evil. Can't argue with that, now can we? :)):twisted:

[Koushi Shinigami]

Well, there ya go folks. It's proven mathematically that we women are evil. Can't argue with that, now can we? :)):twisted:

:cool:

And you wonder why Vir hates math..... :evil:



:hug:

[terri910]

Well, there ya go folks. It's proven mathematically that we women are evil. Can't argue with that, now can we? :)):twisted:
Fiddle-dee-dee, I'll think about that tomorrow!

[Hadassah]

Fragile X. He and his brother and both are in the troop. The boy I was referring to earlier just joined. I have NEVER encountered someone who can talk as much as he can. I do not exaggerate when I say his mouth is running from the moment he wakes up to the second he falls asleep. Sweet kid. Doesn't have a mean bone in his body. Thankfully his father is very active in the troop. We could not have the boy without his dad along.

Can he articulate clearly? Does he repeat himself alot? Does he ask the same questions over and over again?

[RayMan]

Can he articulate clearly? Does he repeat himself alot? Does he ask the same questions over and over again?

Does he ask question after question after question? :whistle:

[Meriweather]

1. They don't accept straight answers.
2. They don't give straight answers.
3. They are catty
4. and shallow
5. and emotional.

For a start.

1. Women can be meticulous. This means that the answer must be straight enough to hit a small target dead center.

2. Women want clarification to make sure they are giving the best answer to a specific set of circumstances.

Because women are so good at identifying nuances, a one answer fits all doesn't work any better than a one size fits all does.

3. It's the nuance thing again.

4. Some perhaps. As a general rule, no.

5. That is not such a bad thing. Emotions should prompt actions. Sometimes women get so wrapped up in the feeling, they forget to take action. Also, sometimes the emotions prevent clarity of thought, which is where men can be valuable.

[Fire Watch]

I don’t have a wife. I just know a girl who would get really mad if she heard me say that.

[Hadassah]

Does he ask question after question after question? :whistle:

Forgive a gal tryin' to larn sometin'! :snooty:

[Meriweather]

http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo240/koushishinigami/girlsevil.jpg


No wonder my husband doesn't think I'm evil. I save him time and money. Every time he wants to buy something, I tell him no.

Just kidding! Still, overall he is appreciative of the things I keep off his back so he has some time to do what he likes; he knows he's terrible with holding onto a dollar, and appreciates my efforts in that regard, too.

[Meriweather]

I don’t have a wife. I just know a girl who would get really mad if she heard me say that.

Would that girl admit to having a husband?

[Fire Watch]

:))

[Koushi Shinigami]

Can he articulate clearly? Does he repeat himself alot? Does he ask the same questions over and over again?

Yes, Yes, and Yes.

It is very easy to understand him and he can speak his ideas in a very coherent manner. It's really like dealing with a 3 year old who has the motor skills of someone older. If you tell him to do something, it's a crapshoot if he'll do it. Not because he's being malicious about disobeying. But like a 3 yo, if he doesn't want to, he simply won't. He doesn't think in terms of consequences of his actions. Risk/reward doesn't factor into his thinking. He is completely in the present moment. If he puts something down and walks away, the item doesn't exist anymore and he probably won't remember where it is.

[smyrna]

http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo240/koushishinigami/girlsevil.jpg


"Dude"...take a bow on that one.:clap::clap::clap:

[Meriweather]

"Dude"...take a bow on that one.:clap::clap::clap:

I'm good with him taking a bow. I'll stand behind him, prepared to give him a good, swift kick at the opportune moment.

[smyrna]

From my personal observations: the difference between boys and girls is parallel to the difference in their "plumbing."

Guys are just "out there" and open -- what you see is what you get.

Gals...you do NOT "see" what you are getting most of the time, they keep their thoughts hidden for the most part, even if they expect you to understand that they are there.

The latter can be frustrating, but I have to assume that discovering those hidden....thoughts.....is worth the trouble -- men seem absolutely driven to try! :whistle:

Outstanding!:clap:

[Hadassah]

Yes, Yes, and Yes.

It is very easy to understand him and he can speak his ideas in a very coherent manner. It's really like dealing with a 3 year old who has the motor skills of someone older. If you tell him to do something, it's a crapshoot if he'll do it. Not because he's being malicious about disobeying. But like a 3 yo, if he doesn't want to, he simply won't. He doesn't think in terms of consequences of his actions. Risk/reward doesn't factor into his thinking. He is completely in the present moment. If he puts something down and walks away, the item doesn't exist anymore and he probably won't remember where it is.


Thanks.


He may have difficulty understanding the directions or he is sensory or socially overloaded.



It's amazing what a change in one single gene on the X chromosome can do.

[Koushi Shinigami]

I'm good with him taking a bow. I'll stand behind him, prepared to give him a good, swift kick at the opportune moment.

http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo240/koushishinigami/cranialrectalinversion-1.jpg

[Koushi Shinigami]

Thanks.


He may have difficulty understanding the directions or he is sensory or socially overloaded.



It's amazing what a change in one single gene on the X chromosome can do.

Yes. It is a gender specific disease. Women carry it. Men suffer from it.

[Meriweather]

http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo240/koushishinigami/cranialrectalinversion-1.jpg

Koushi, I can't give you a kick if I'm doubled up laughing. Be serious!

[Koushi Shinigami]

Koushi, I can't give you a kick if I'm doubled up laughing. Be serious!

:dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:


"Serious"? Why change now? :cool:

[Hadassah]

Yes. It is a gender specific disease. Women carry it. Men suffer from it.

It's my understanding that males can carry it as well and that females also suffer from it.

[vir doctus]

1. Women can be meticulous. This means that the answer must be straight enough to hit a small target dead center.

2. Women want clarification to make sure they are giving the best answer to a specific set of circumstances.

Because women are so good at identifying nuances, a one answer fits all doesn't work any better than a one size fits all does.

3. It's the nuance thing again.

4. Some perhaps. As a general rule, no.

5. That is not such a bad thing. Emotions should prompt actions. Sometimes women get so wrapped up in the feeling, they forget to take action. Also, sometimes the emotions prevent clarity of thought, which is where men can be valuable.

6. And they make ridiculous excuses rather than acknowledge their deficiencies.

[Koushi Shinigami]

It's my understanding that males can carry it as well and that females also suffer from it.

You are correct. I was mistaken. The only people I've met with Fragile X were male.

[Fire Watch]

The BIG boss just called my cell :eek:

[terri910]

Cool, Fire Watch!

[vir doctus]

The BIG boss just called my cell :eek:

You said you didn't have a wife.

[Fire Watch]

You said you didn't have a wife.
:))

[terri910]

You said you didn't have a wife.:)):)):))

[Fire Watch]

Cool, Fire Watch!
Yeah it was. He just called ( and is calling the others) to thank us for our efforts here....I'll say this, he's definately in the right line of work..he talks and talks and talks and talks and talks...my cell had a full battery before the call...it's beeping at me now.:))

[Fire Watch]

You said you didn't have a wife.
I have a wonderful wife. Our 10 yr anniversary is in 12 days...can you imagine ANYone putting up with me for 10 yrs...voluntarily?

[terri910]

Yeah it was. He just called ( and is calling the others) to thank us for our efforts here....I'll say this, he's definately in the right line of work..he talks and talks and talks and talks and talks...my cell had a full battery before the call...it's beeping at me now.:))
:)):))

What a nice thing to do. More bosses (BIG and small) should do that! (thank their people for their efforts, not talk so much they use up the cell phone batteries! :)))

[Hadassah]

You said you didn't have a wife.

ZING! :clap::))

[Fire Watch]

He did ask me how if I had found time today to embrace my inner idiot, with all that I do :))

[Meriweather]

I have a wonderful wife. Our 10 yr anniversary is in 12 days...can you imagine ANYone putting up with me for 10 yrs...voluntarily?

That's actually not too much of a stretch to imagine. Some days.

[Fire Watch]

When you go to a restaurant on the weekends and it’s busy so they start a waiting list, they say, “Dufrene, party of two, table ready for Dufrene, party of two.” And if no one answers they’ll say the name again: “Dufrene, party of two.” But then if no one answers, they’ll move on to the next name. “Bush, party of three.” Yeah, but what happened to the Dufrenes? No one seems to care. Who can eat at a time like this? People are missing. You people are selfish. The Dufrenes are in someone’s trunk right now, with duct tape over their mouths. And they’re hungry.

[Fire Watch]

That's actually not too much of a stretch to imagine. Some days.
Meri has been banned for CoM..Contempt of Me.

[Meriweather]

Meri has been banned for CoM..Contempt of Me.

I'm most likely guilty of many things, but I've always been clear on that count. If I ever find I'm banned for CoM, I'll be checking the date. I'm betting it will be April 1.

[terri910]

When you go to a restaurant on the weekends and it’s busy so they start a waiting list, they say, “Dufrene, party of two, table ready for Dufrene, party of two.” And if no one answers they’ll say the name again: “Dufrene, party of two.” But then if no one answers, they’ll move on to the next name. “Bush, party of three.” Yeah, but what happened to the Dufrenes? No one seems to care. Who can eat at a time like this? People are missing. You people are selfish. The Dufrenes are in someone’s trunk right now, with duct tape over their mouths. And they’re hungry.
Reminds me of a Seinfeld episode....

"Cartwright! Cartwright!"

[vir doctus]

I have a wonderful wife. Our 10 yr anniversary is in 12 days...can you imagine ANYone putting up with me for 10 yrs...voluntarily?

She is blessed to have a man of honour by her side.

[terri910]

She is blessed to have a man of honour by her side.
I was thinking, just today, how blessed I am to be surrounded by men of honor and integrity (not to say "perfect")....

[Fire Watch]

She is blessed to have a man of honour by her side.
Thank you :redface:

[Hadassah]

I have a wonderful wife. Our 10 yr anniversary is in 12 days...can you imagine ANYone putting up with me for 10 yrs...voluntarily?

Only by God's Grace. :pray::whistle:

[Fire Watch]

Hadassah has been banned for Contempt of Me...they're dropping like flies tonight..

[Hadassah]

Ruh-roh Raggy. :doh: :))

[Meriweather]

Hadassah has been banned for Contempt of Me...they're dropping like flies tonight..

You were the one who asked the question--so I have a question for you. What do you think it is about you that makes it hard for someone to voluntarily live with you?

[Fire Watch]

You were the one who asked the question--so I have a question for you. What do you think it is about you that makes it hard for someone to voluntarily live with you?
Trolling, baiting..boy you're racking up the charges tonight arent you?

[Meriweather]

Trolling, baiting..boy you're racking up the charges tonight arent you?

You're a very sensitive guy, Fire Watch. Who would have thought? Would you like a warm, fuzzy hug?

[Hadassah]

Trolling, baiting..boy you're racking up the charges tonight arent you?

Me doth think you protest too much. :twisted: :razz:

[CID_0687]

Hadassah has been banned for Contempt of Me...they're dropping like flies tonight..
She was such a sweet girl too...It's always the nice ones you gotta watch.

[Fire Watch]

Me doth think you protest too much. :twisted: :razz:
I dont protest because I’m against picketing, but I don’t know how to show it.

[CID_0687]

Me doth think you protest too much. :twisted: :razz:
For crying out loud Rick!!

Give her another shot...she's reverted to speaking like a British Toddler...it's very unbecoming.

[Fire Watch]

Ever notice how every McDonald’s commercial ends the same way? Every McDonald’s commercials end like this: “Prices and participation may vary.” Now I wanna open a McDonald’s and not participate in anything. I wanna be a stubborn McDonald’s owner. I’ll say,”Cheeseburgers? Nope. We got spaghetti! And blankets.”

[Meriweather]

Ever notice how every McDonald’s commercial ends the same way? Every McDonald’s commercials end like this: “Prices and participation may vary.” Now I wanna open a McDonald’s and not participate in anything. I wanna be a stubborn McDonald’s owner. I’ll say,”Cheeseburgers? Nope. We got spaghetti! And blankets.”

I'm against corporations on general principle. Open up a single proprietorship and do exactly what you want.

Doing exactly what you want are words to live by.

[Fire Watch]

I saw this wino, he was eating grapes. I was like, dude, you have to wait.

[Mimiheart]

I wonder what I'll get on my son's report on Thomas Jefferson.

This is the STUPIDEST assignment for a first grader ever.

[Hadassah]

She was such a sweet girl too...It's always the nice ones you gotta watch.

Not to mention a knockout redhead with a nice set of guns. :twisted::))

[CID_0687]

A first grader doing a report on Jefferson?


If this had been me in the first grade it would have read something like this.


Mr. Jefursun moovd up to the eest syde. To a delux apartmint in the sky.

[vir doctus]

Would you like a warm, fuzzy hug?

No hugs for you.

[CID_0687]

Not to mention a knockout redhead with a nice set of guns. :twisted::))
That goes without saying. ;)

But, alas, you said it.

[Mimiheart]

A first grader doing a report on Jefferson?


If this had been me in the first grade it would have read something like this.


Mr. Jefursun moovd up to the eest syde. To a delux apartmint in the sky.
He just asked me how to spell Louisiana Purchase. :))

[Meriweather]

No hugs for you.

Yes, I remember. You handed down that decree on Saturday.

[Mimiheart]

Now if I could only get him to put spaces between his words. :doh:

[RayMan]

I have a wonderful wife. Our 10 yr anniversary is in 12 days...can you imagine ANYone putting up with me for 10 yrs...voluntarily?

No drugs or mind control are involved? That is unimaginable.

[Fire Watch]

If you’re in a war, instead of throwing a hand grenade at some guys, throw one of those little baby-type pumpkins. Maybe it’ll make everyone think of how crazy war is, and while they’re thinking, you can throw a real grenade.

[Fire Watch]

No drugs or mind control are involved? That is unimaginable.
Depends on what you mean by "drugs"...

[CID_0687]

He just asked me how to spell Louisiana Purchase. :))
Looseyanna Purr chiss....that way it looks legit.

But really, he's in first grade and having to do this?

When I was in first grade we were reading

"See Dick. See Dick run. Run Dick run.

See Jane. See Jane cry because she never gets her way and she's a spoiled little brat with emotional issues and she's gonna grow up to be a crack addict. Cry Jane cry."

[Meriweather]

I saw this wino, he was eating grapes. I was like, dude, you have to wait.

Don't mention grapes. Every year the birds beat me to my own grape harvest.

[vir doctus]

When I was in first grade we were reading

"See Dick. See Dick run. Run Dick run...."

We knew this.

[Fire Watch]

How come the dove gets to be the peace symbol? How about the pillow? It has more feathers than the dove, and it doesn’t have that dangerous beak.

[Meriweather]

How come the dove gets to be the peace symbol? How about the pillow? It has more feathers than the dove, and it doesn’t have that dangerous beak.

No one has ever tried to smother someone with a dove.

[CID_0687]

:))

Rick's killing me tonight.

[Hadassah]

I wonder what I'll get on my son's report on Thomas Jefferson.

This is the STUPIDEST assignment for a first grader ever.

Why on earth are first graders doing a report on Thomas Jefferson?

[CID_0687]

No one has ever tried to smother someone with a dove.
Maybe not...but I've had dove breast smothered in cheese, onions and mushrooms...not that this has anything to do with what you said...I'm just sayin'.

[Meriweather]

:))

Rick's killing me tonight.

Rick is on a roll. It's a Rick Roll here tonight.

[Fire Watch]

No one has ever tried to smother someone with a dove.
You've never met my cousin Guido.

[Fire Watch]

You know what would make a good story thread? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he’s real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.

[Meriweather]

Maybe not...but I've had dove breast smothered in cheese, onions and mushrooms...not that this has anything to do with what you said...I'm just sayin'.


Between the two of you, I'm considering selling tickets.

[Mimiheart]

Looseyanna Purr chiss....that way it looks legit.

But really, he's in first grade and having to do this?

When I was in first grade we were reading

"See Dick. See Dick run. Run Dick run.

See Jane. See Jane cry because she never gets her way and she's a spoiled little brat with emotional issues and she's gonna grow up to be a crack addict. Cry Jane cry."
Yup. And he's doing it mostly himself. He read a book on Thomas Jefferson, and we watched 1776 so he could get an idea of the time period. The part I'm doing is the part he's clueless about. He can't do art... which is part of the report. I'm putting the report papers on the poster board, and drawing the name part. And if the teacher has a problem with it, too bad. This isn't a first grade assignment.

[Hadassah]

:wall::wall::wall:


I thought when a girl says "No", she means "No" and not "Keep asking, cause you'll wear me down and I'll say yes."

[Hadassah]

You know what would make a good story thread? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he’s real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.

Give the clown some Imodium.

[Fire Watch]

Yup. And he's doing it mostly himself. He read a book on Thomas Jefferson, and we watched 1776 so he could get an idea of the time period. The part I'm doing is the part he's clueless about. He can't do art... which is part of the report. I'm putting the report papers on the poster board, and drawing the name part. And if the teacher has a problem with it, too bad. This isn't a first grade assignment.
1st grade? Good grief..I have 3 that will be in 1st next year.

[CID_0687]

You've never met my cousin Guido.
Guido sounds like the Italian version of my cousin Bobby Jack...he once smothercated a guy with a pair of pantyhose and a tube of toothpaste.

[Fire Watch]

Give the clown some Imodium.
Thread killer.:snooty:

[terri910]

Why on earth are first graders doing a report on Thomas Jefferson?
Am I totally out of touch for asking why first graders are doing a report?

I think I was just learning to read and write in first grade. My "reports" consisted of "My name is Teresa. I have two brothers. I love my cat. The end."

[Fire Watch]

Guido sounds like the Italian version of my cousin Bobby Jack...he once smothercated a guy with a pair of pantyhose and a tube of toothpaste.
Did he at least take the pantyhose off first?

[Meriweather]

:wall::wall::wall:


I thought when a girl says "No", she means "No" and not "Keep asking, cause you'll wear me down and I'll say yes."

Try a steady stare and say, "All right. Do as you want."

[CID_0687]

Give the clown some Imodium.
That would burn your eyes when he shoots it from the lapel flower.

[CID_0687]

Did he at least take the pantyhose off first?
Yeah...but don't ask me what he did with the toothpaste. :eek: :sick:

[Fire Watch]

If you’re a cowboy, and you’re dragging a guy behind your horse, I bet it would really make you mad if you looked back and the guy was reading a magazine.

[Meriweather]

Did he at least take the pantyhose off first?

Okay, you got me with that one.

[Meriweather]

If you’re a cowboy, and you’re dragging a guy behind your horse, I bet it would really make you mad if you looked back and the guy was reading a magazine.

Only if it were People Magazine. I get made when I see anyone reading that one. (Sorry all you People fans.)

[CID_0687]

Only if it were People Magazine. I get made when I see anyone reading that one. (Sorry all you People fans.)
I got made once...it was a Tuesday...it was hot that day...which was odd for December...I've wondered if it was factual...but momma and daddy never lied.

[vir doctus]

:wall::wall::wall:


I thought when a girl says "No", she means "No" and not "Keep asking, cause you'll wear me down and I'll say yes."

Kick him where it hurts.

[terri910]

I got made once...it was a Tuesday...it was hot that day...which was odd for December...I've wondered if it was factual...but momma and daddy never lied.
See, I was thinking more in terms of cousin Guido....I've heard how all those goodfellas look forward to being "made."

[vir doctus]

Only if it were People Magazine. I get made when I see anyone reading that one. (Sorry all you People fans.)

I get a maid when the kids move out.

[Mimiheart]

1st grade? Good grief..I have 3 that will be in 1st next year.
He's at a private school, it shouldn't be this bad at most other places. I almost had words with the school for 100 day, though. That one WAS a parent project. I had to make a 10x10 grid on a piece of poster board. He had to label it to 100 then I had to put 100 objects on the grid using a type of number skipping. (Counting by 2s, 5s, 10s...) Oh yeah, that was a project for the kids to do.

[Meriweather]

I got made once...it was a Tuesday...it was hot that day...which was odd for December...I've wondered if it was factual...but momma and daddy never lied.

Oops, typo. That's what I get for interrupting my reading of thoughtful religion thread posts and keeping an eye on this place.

[CID_0687]

Kick him where it hurts.
Or hit him with a lizard.

[Mimiheart]

Am I totally out of touch for asking why first graders are doing a report?

I think I was just learning to read and write in first grade. My "reports" consisted of "My name is Teresa. I have two brothers. I love my cat. The end."I just hope my daughter's school doesn't have these expectations. There's no way she'll be able to do these things next year.

[Fire Watch]

He's at a private school, it shouldn't be this bad at most other places. I almost had words with the school for 100 day, though. That one WAS a parent project. I had to make a 10x10 grid on a piece of poster board. He had to label it to 100 then I had to put 100 objects on the grid using a type of number skipping. (Counting by 2s, 5s, 10s...) Oh yeah, that was a project for the kids to do.
We had to do the same thing X 3. We did cotton balls, macaroni nooldes, and pinto beans.

[vir doctus]

Or hit him with a lizard.

Don't hurt the lizard.

[Hadassah]

Kick him where it hurts.

Front snap kicks are great for that.




Or a flying front snap kick and kick him in the jaw. That would be fun. :twisted:

[Meriweather]

Front snap kicks are great for that.




Or a flying front snap kick and kick him in the jaw. That would be fun. :twisted:

Too much wasted energy. Move, and a guy thinks you're playing. Grow still and stare... unnerves them every time.

[vir doctus]

Too much wasted energy. Move, and a guy thinks you're playing. Grow still and stare... unnerves them every time.

Could tell him about your sex change. :whistle:

[Meriweather]

Could tell him about your sex change. :whistle:

Huh. And set the stage for a show me yours and I'll show you mine? I think not.

[vir doctus]

Front snap kicks are great for that.




Or a flying front snap kick and kick him in the jaw. That would be fun. :twisted:

Or you could suggest while he's checking out your body he see if the puss is gone from your rash...

[Fire Watch]

Whenever I see an old lady slip and fall on a wet sidewalk, my first instinct is to laugh. But then I think, what if I was an ant, and she fell on me. Then it wouldn’t seem quite so funny.

[vir doctus]

Huh. And set the stage for a show me yours and I'll show you mine? I think not.

You have more life experiences than I do.

[Meriweather]

You have more life experiences than I do.

Or a great imagination combined with listening skills.

A clown who is really sad? Too easy. What about a clown who is dead serious?

[Fire Watch]

A good way to threaten somebody is to light a stick of dynamite. Then you call the guy and hold the burning fuse up to the phone. "Hear that?" you say. "That's dynamite, baby."

[vir doctus]

Or a great imagination combined with listening skills.

A clown who is really sad? Too easy. What about a clown who is dead serious?

Clowns suck.

[CID_0687]

A good way to threaten somebody is to light a stick of dynamite. Then you call the guy and hold the burning fuse up to the phone. "Hear that?" you say. "That's dynamite, baby."
Yeah but, but, but....ahh, ne'ermind...do what you will.

[CID_0687]

Clowns suck.
The only good clown is a dead clown.

[terri910]

A good way to threaten somebody is to light a stick of dynamite. Then you call the guy and hold the burning fuse up to the phone. "Hear that?" you say. "That's dynamite, baby."
Well, it's a way. "Good" maybe not so much!

[Meriweather]

A good way to threaten somebody is to light a stick of dynamite. Then you call the guy and hold the burning fuse up to the phone. "Hear that?" you say. "That's dynamite, baby."

'Baby' is the first word I think to use when composing a threat, too. 'Dear one' is possibly more effective.

[Fire Watch]

When you die, if you get a choice between going to regular heaven or pie heaven, choose pie heaven. It might be a trick, but if it's not, mmmmmmm, boy.

[Meriweather]

When you die, if you get a choice between going to regular heaven or pie heaven, choose pie heaven. It might be a trick, but if it's not, mmmmmmm, boy.

How long does it take you to wind down? On average?

[vir doctus]

When you die, if you get a choice between going to regular heaven or pie heaven, choose pie heaven. It might be a trick, but if it's not, mmmmmmm, boy.

Pi heaven sounds like hell.

[CID_0687]

How long does it take you to wind down? On average?
He'll be here all week.

[Fire Watch]

How long does it take you to wind down? On average?
Wind down? I have to be here until 6 am..then I have classes starting at 8am.

[Fire Watch]

I think the mistake a lot of us make is thinking the state-appointed shrink is our friend..

[Meriweather]

Pi heaven sounds like hell.

Anyone else ever wonder if there is any significance of Rho following Pi?

Pi Rho. I used to think about that during math class.

[CID_0687]

Anyone else ever wonder if there is any significance of Rho following Pi?

Pi Rho. I used to think about that during math class.
Math always makes me wanna burn stuff.

[vir doctus]

Anyone else ever wonder if there is any significance of Rho following Pi?

Pi Rho. I used to think about that during math class.

Anybody ever call you a deviant?

[CID_0687]

Anybody ever call you a deviant?
Can't speak for Meri...but that was my 8th grade Physical Science teacher's pet name for me.

[Meriweather]

Anybody ever call you a deviant?

Not in so many words. However, quite a number may have tip-toed around the term.

[vir doctus]

Can't speak for Meri...but that was my 8th grade Physical Science teacher's pet name for me.

How old were you? :whistle:

[Fire Watch]

Fear can sometimes be a useful emotion. For instance, let's say you're an astronaught on the moon and you fear that your partner has been turned into Dracula. The next time he goes out for the moon pieces, wham!, you just slam the door behind him and blast off. He might call you on the radio and say he's not Dracula, but you just say, "Think again, bat man."

[vir doctus]

Not in so many words. However, quite a number may have tip-toed around the term.

Women. :snooty:

[CID_0687]

How old were you? :whistle:
13 I think...or 14...or 13 and 14, yeah that's the ticket.

What made it worse is that the science teacher was also my Jr. Varsity football coach.

Lots of laps...lots of drills...lots of passing out and regurgitating.

Made a man of me he did.

[Meriweather]

Fear can sometimes be a useful emotion. For instance, let's say you're an astronaught on the moon and you fear that your partner has been turned into Dracula. The next time he goes out for the moon pieces, wham!, you just slam the door behind him and blast off. He might call you on the radio and say he's not Dracula, but you just say, "Think again, bat man."

Shakes head.

You do understand why they wouldn't use you in the cast of Apollo 13, don't you?

[Fire Watch]

When you go in for a job interview, I think a good thing to ask is if they ever press charges.

[Meriweather]

Women. :snooty:

:))

[vir doctus]

13 I think...or 14...or 13 and 14, yeah that's the ticket.

What made it worse is that the science teacher was also my Jr. Varsity football coach.

Lots of laps...lots of drills...lots of passing out and regurgitating.

Made a man of me he did.

I think of you every time I see Gimli - hope that's OK.

[Meriweather]

When you go in for a job interview, I think a good thing to ask is if they ever press charges.

Probably good advice. I'll keep it in mind.

[CID_0687]

I think of you every time I see Gimli - hope that's OK.
Gimli??

The dwarf in Lord of the Rings?

[vir doctus]

Probably good advice. I'll keep it in mind.

You're a little late Miss Break the Rules...

[vir doctus]

Gimli??

The dwarf in Lord of the Rings?

Yes. :shifty:

[Meriweather]

13 I think...or 14...or 13 and 14, yeah that's the ticket.

What made it worse is that the science teacher was also my Jr. Varsity football coach.

Lots of laps...lots of drills...lots of passing out and regurgitating.

Made a man of me he did.

Football coaches (and former football coaches) have a way of doing that. I work with a man who was a former football coach. He's almost made a man of me.

[Fire Watch]

Most people don't realize that large pieces of coral, which have been painted brown and attached to the skull by common wood screws, can make a child look like a deer.

[CID_0687]

Yes. :shifty:
:))

I hope it's because of my avie.

[vir doctus]

Football coaches (and former football coaches) have a way of doing that. I work with a man who was a former football coach. He's almost made a man of me.

How does your husband feel about that?

[RayMan]

:wall::wall::wall:


I thought when a girl says "No", she means "No" and not "Keep asking, cause you'll wear me down and I'll say yes."

You been askin' girls?

[Meriweather]

You're a little late Miss Break the Rules...


Yes, that occurred to me, too. I'm almost convinced I'm going to turn over a new leaf and obey every rule given me. I've even thought of announcing this. However, I keep thinking I probably shouldn't announce it until after I ask Fire Watch if he'll make another rule exception for me.

I may not yet be quite ready to commit.

[vir doctus]

:))

I hope it's because of my avie.

Grumpy sense of humour, beer...

[CID_0687]

I'm beat...spent 7.5 hours in the car today, back to Louisville....went home to see my mom for a few days...I'm calling it an early night.

[RayMan]

Gimli??

The dwarf in Lord of the Rings?

I'm watching Return of the King right now. Two Towers was on earlier. Love the scene at Helm's Deep where Gimli (the dwarf) tells Aragorn "toss me...but don't tell the Elf."

[CID_0687]

Grumpy sense of humour, beer...
:dance:

[Fire Watch]

nite Drew

[CID_0687]

I'm watching Return of the King right now. Two Towers was on earlier. Love the scene at Helm's Deep where Gimli (the dwarf) tells Aragorn "toss me...but don't tell the Elf."
I haven't watched those films in a while...I need to do that.

[Meriweather]

How does your husband feel about that?

My husband loves football. He would probably consider it an even trade-off if I actually became good at the game.

[CID_0687]

G'nite Rick, Ray, Vir, Meri, Haddie, whoever else...but most of all....goodnight lurkers...you know who you are.

[RayMan]

I saw a cap at D-Land I need to get. Nice looking Gray baseball cap with "I'm Grumpy because You're Dopey" written on the front.

[vir doctus]

My husband loves football. He would probably consider it an even trade-off if I actually became good at the game.

How does he feel about you being a man?

[Meriweather]

G'nite Rick, Ray, Vir, Meri, Haddie, whoever else...but most of all....goodnight lurkers...you know who you are.

Sleep well.

[Meriweather]

How does he feel about you being a man?

Are you kidding? A man with my shape? He's in man heaven.

[Fire Watch]

If a kid asks where rain comes from, I think a cute thing to tell him is "God is crying." And if he asks why God is crying, another cute thing to tell him is "Probably because of something you did."

[vir doctus]

Are you kidding? A man with my shape? He's in man heaven.

I don't get people from California. :snooty:

[Meriweather]

If a kid asks where rain comes from, I think a cute thing to tell him is "God is crying." And if he asks why God is crying, another cute thing to tell him is "Probably because of something you did."

For the record, I did NOT ask you why it was raining here today.

[Fire Watch]

Why wait for the question to be asked? That's just lazy.

[Mimiheart]

It's not raining here. It's too FREAKING hot here. It's too early for summer.

Report is done. We don't have red, white, and blue puffy paint. We only have red, purple, green, and gold. Thomas Jefferson was too shy to give the State of the Union address to congress as a speech, so he sent them a letter.

[Hadassah]

Meri and vir, you two have me ROFLMAO!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!



:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Meriweather]

I don't get people from California. :snooty:

In simple terms then: When things get rough, it's nice to have a guy around who says, "Tough, take it on the chin. You can handle it."

Women want to go the sympathetic route (and I do this myself). Sometimes it is more helpful if someone sees the strength you possess instead of all the hits coming at you.

Actually, my husband is so used to seeing me as strong, until he heard me talking to my sister, he had no idea I had been going through a rough time. I don't think he would know what to do if I got all weepy on him.

[meggers49]

I, too, have a rather low alcohol tolerance -- and wine does the same thing to me (more than that, after a few sips my lips are numb!)...but I can nurse a beer through an entire day. *L*

i am not a beer drinker (ponies were made for me) but the idea of a beer lasting all day. :sick: warm and flat are not my idea of yummy.

[Meriweather]

Meri and vir, you two have me ROFLMAO!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!



:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

:hug: It's been wild here tonight, hasn't it?

[Fire Watch]

it's nice to have a guy around who says, "Tough, take it on the chin. You can handle it."
Dont do it Rick..just dont..

[meggers49]

If that includes mashed peas, no thanks. I'll eat (and enjoy) pea soup--but no other peas pass my lips.

my kids eat peas. my husband hates them and I'm allergic so I avoid them. To me, they seem like ammo...lol

[Meriweather]

Dont do it Rick..just dont..

Good advice.

[Meriweather]

my kids eat peas. my husband hates them and I'm allergic so I avoid them. To me, they seem like ammo...lol

Peas are little and cute. They should taste better than they actually do.

[meggers49]

Blest be the Lord,
Blest be the Lord,
The God of mercy,
The God who saves!
I shall not fear the dark of night,
Nor the arrow that flies by day.

Are these some of the lyrics in the song you are thinking of? If so, I hope you find it for us. I agree. It is a great song.

yup.

[Hadassah]

I'm watching Return of the King right now. Two Towers was on earlier. Love the scene at Helm's Deep where Gimli (the dwarf) tells Aragorn "toss me...but don't tell the Elf."

Gimli: Oh come on, we can take 'em
Aragorn: It's a long way.
Gimli: Toss me.
Aragorn: What?
Gimli: I cannot jump the distance, you'll have to toss me.
(Then Gimli pauses and looks at Aragorn)
Gimli: Don't tell the elf.
Aragorn: Not a word.



Cracks me up every time I see that part of the movie. :))

[meggers49]

Hey, Meri! How are you this fine Sunday morning?:)

welcome back.

[meggers49]

In Colonial times, there were also rules for establishing a new town. A few of my ancestors had these rules to follow in helping to found a town:


1. Settle 60 families within four years.

2. Houses must be at least 18 square feet with 5 acres of land surrounding it brought to English grass or broken by plowing.

3. Must build a meetinghouse.

4. Must have a learned, orthodox minister.

5. A lot of 100 acres must be provided for a school.

how do you build a house that is 18 square feet?

[Meriweather]

how do you build a house that is 18 square feet?

That always bemused me, too. Can you imagine an 18 square foot "house" on five acres of land? Plus, although I'm not sure, I suspect they meant an 18 foot square, not "square feet" in how we say it today.

[meggers49]

Yes it is a tough business. That's why I'm so impressed by symrna and his/her daily challenges. (sorry symrna, I don't remember if you are a him or her.:redface:



Vir and Meri, how long ago where you looking for a car?
Through the late 90's I believe??( forgive me I've tried to block much of my experience out of my mind), there was a big push in the industry to acknowledge both the man and woman equally. Seminar upon seminar was taught on how to sell cars, service etc... to women. Either it was a while ago, or I doubt those sales personnel lasted unless they changed their views. Statistically, (again, going by memory) 40- 50% of households, the woman had at least equal say in major purchases or makes all the decisions and something like 90% are in charge of the household's finances. That was in the 90's, who knows what it is now.

You both sound like you have some good husbands there!:clap:

Meri, Jer 29:11, I love that verse! Take it to heart!:D

That which I highlighted reminded me of a quote supposedly by Einstein who said regarding the occaision of his 50th wedding anniversary, "when we married we agreed that I would make all the major decisions and my wife would make all the rest. So far, there have been no major decisions".