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TWO YEARS
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g]My mother has always supported me in everything I've done, she has been with me when I've made decisions and revealed things so shocking that it almost tore the family apart my mother being as strong as she is held us together when most would abandon ship ,she is the glue that holds all of her family together. So when she informs me doctors have given her two years she smiles and say baby don't think of that way just spend timewith me and llet me enjoy my daughter lets continue living, f*ck MA HOW AM I NOT SUPOSE TO THINK ABOUT THIS? Oh god this is to heavy to carry cs ,I can't do this one.
my cat is not funny
i watch these videos of silly cats. i wonder, why isn't my cat silly? he's just a dude. pretty mellow until...........
until i get up. unfunny cat jumps and parks before my every step. he knows i love him and will avoid at all costs to keep from stepping on this adorable, fuzzy, devil's spawn. a busted clavicle and ribs, all to avoid stepping on this furry terror.
i need a ranch house with no stairs.
don't get me started on the basement incident... omg...on Christmas eve...
until i get up. unfunny cat jumps and parks before my every step. he knows i love him and will avoid at all costs to keep from stepping on this adorable, fuzzy, devil's spawn. a busted clavicle and ribs, all to avoid stepping on this furry terror.
i need a ranch house with no stairs.
don't get me started on the basement incident... omg...on Christmas eve...
What are some cultural differences between the UK and US
Oh well haven't gone yet to USA hopefully soon.UK maybe later ...
But I have friends I have met from diffetent countries.
"Two countries divided by a common language": the use of English & shared history makes people think the two are close, but there are a lot of very real cultural differences..."
Can you help me with it? Thanks
But I have friends I have met from diffetent countries.
"Two countries divided by a common language": the use of English & shared history makes people think the two are close, but there are a lot of very real cultural differences..."
Can you help me with it? Thanks
The difference between men & women
Granted, it's not the only difference. 
But, I just thought of this;
If 2 guys happen to show up at the same party and both are wearing the same style & color shirt,
they bump fists and proclaim "cool shirt bro".
If 2 women happen to show up to the same party and both are wearing the same style & color shirt......
it becomes WWIII.
But, I just thought of this;
If 2 guys happen to show up at the same party and both are wearing the same style & color shirt,
they bump fists and proclaim "cool shirt bro".
If 2 women happen to show up to the same party and both are wearing the same style & color shirt......
it becomes WWIII.
Your Partner's Family
I was curious how others have found their relationships with the families of past partners or spouses. Have they been successful?
Do you go out of your way to ensure the relationships are successful regardless of the individual so as to keep the family peace? Or do you respond according to each of the individual's behavior toward you? Have past partners impressed upon you the importance to them of you getting along with their family?
Do you go out of your way to ensure the relationships are successful regardless of the individual so as to keep the family peace? Or do you respond according to each of the individual's behavior toward you? Have past partners impressed upon you the importance to them of you getting along with their family?
The necklace "IV"
< 7 >
"You must write to your friend," he said, "and tell her that you've broken the clasp of her necklace and are getting it mended. That will give us time to look about us."
She wrote at his dictation.
By the end of a week they had lost all hope.
Loisel, who had aged five years, declared:
"We must see about replacing the diamonds."
Next day they took the box which had held the necklace and went to the jewellers whose name was inside. He consulted his books.
"It was not I who sold this necklace, Madame; I must have merely supplied the clasp."
Then they went from jeweller to jeweller, searching for another necklace like the first, consulting their memories, both ill with remorse and anguish of mind.
In a shop at the Palais-Royal they found a string of diamonds which seemed to them exactly like the one they were looking for. It was worth forty thousand francs. They were allowed to have it for thirty-six thousand.
They begged the jeweller not to sell it for three days. And they arranged matters on the understanding that it would be taken back for thirty-four thousand francs, if the first one were found before the end of February.
Loisel possessed eighteen thousand francs left to him by his father. He intended to borrow the rest.
He did borrow it, getting a thousand from one man, five hundred from another, five louis here, three louis there. He gave notes of hand, entered into ruinous agreements, did business with usurers and the whole tribe of money-lenders. He mortgaged the whole remaining years of his existence, risked his signature without even knowing if he could honour it, and, appalled at the agonising face of the future, at the black misery about to fall upon him, at the prospect of every possible physical privation and moral torture, he went to get the new necklace and put down upon the jeweller's counter thirty-six thousand francs.
< 8 >
When Madame Loisel took back the necklace to Madame Forestier, the latter said to her in a chilly voice:
"You ought to have brought it back sooner; I might have needed it." she did not, as her friend had feared, open the case. If she had noticed the substitution, what would she have thought? What would she have said? Would she not have taken her for a thief?Madame Loisel came to know the ghastly life of abject poverty. From the very first she played her part heroically. This fearful debt must be paid off. She would pay it. The servant was dismissed. They changed their flat; they took a garret under the roof.
She came to know the heavy work of the house, the hateful duties of the kitchen. She washed the plates, wearing out her pink nails on the coarse pottery and the bottoms of pans. She washed the dirty linen, the shirts and dish-cloths, and hung them out to dry on a string; every morning she took the dustbin down into the street and carried up the water, stopping on each landing to get her breath. And, clad like a poor woman, she went to the fruiterer, to the grocer, to the butcher, a basket on her arm, haggling, insulted, fighting for every wretched halfpenny of her money.
Every month notes had to be paid off, others renewed, time gained. Her husband worked in the evenings at putting straight a merchant's accounts, and often at night he did copying at twopence-halfpenny a page.
And this life lasted ten years.
At the end of ten years everything was paid off, everything, the usurer's charges and the accumulation of superimposed interest.
Madame Loisel looked old now. She had become like all the other strong, hard, coarse women of poor households. Her hair was badly done, her skirts were awry, her hands were red. She spoke in a shrill voice, and the water slopped all over the floor when she scrubbed it. But sometimes, when her husband was
at the office, she sat down by the window and thought of that evening long ago, of the ball at which she had been so beautiful and so much admired.
"You must write to your friend," he said, "and tell her that you've broken the clasp of her necklace and are getting it mended. That will give us time to look about us."
She wrote at his dictation.
By the end of a week they had lost all hope.
Loisel, who had aged five years, declared:
"We must see about replacing the diamonds."
Next day they took the box which had held the necklace and went to the jewellers whose name was inside. He consulted his books.
"It was not I who sold this necklace, Madame; I must have merely supplied the clasp."
Then they went from jeweller to jeweller, searching for another necklace like the first, consulting their memories, both ill with remorse and anguish of mind.
In a shop at the Palais-Royal they found a string of diamonds which seemed to them exactly like the one they were looking for. It was worth forty thousand francs. They were allowed to have it for thirty-six thousand.
They begged the jeweller not to sell it for three days. And they arranged matters on the understanding that it would be taken back for thirty-four thousand francs, if the first one were found before the end of February.
Loisel possessed eighteen thousand francs left to him by his father. He intended to borrow the rest.
He did borrow it, getting a thousand from one man, five hundred from another, five louis here, three louis there. He gave notes of hand, entered into ruinous agreements, did business with usurers and the whole tribe of money-lenders. He mortgaged the whole remaining years of his existence, risked his signature without even knowing if he could honour it, and, appalled at the agonising face of the future, at the black misery about to fall upon him, at the prospect of every possible physical privation and moral torture, he went to get the new necklace and put down upon the jeweller's counter thirty-six thousand francs.
< 8 >
When Madame Loisel took back the necklace to Madame Forestier, the latter said to her in a chilly voice:
"You ought to have brought it back sooner; I might have needed it." she did not, as her friend had feared, open the case. If she had noticed the substitution, what would she have thought? What would she have said? Would she not have taken her for a thief?Madame Loisel came to know the ghastly life of abject poverty. From the very first she played her part heroically. This fearful debt must be paid off. She would pay it. The servant was dismissed. They changed their flat; they took a garret under the roof.
She came to know the heavy work of the house, the hateful duties of the kitchen. She washed the plates, wearing out her pink nails on the coarse pottery and the bottoms of pans. She washed the dirty linen, the shirts and dish-cloths, and hung them out to dry on a string; every morning she took the dustbin down into the street and carried up the water, stopping on each landing to get her breath. And, clad like a poor woman, she went to the fruiterer, to the grocer, to the butcher, a basket on her arm, haggling, insulted, fighting for every wretched halfpenny of her money.
Every month notes had to be paid off, others renewed, time gained. Her husband worked in the evenings at putting straight a merchant's accounts, and often at night he did copying at twopence-halfpenny a page.
And this life lasted ten years.
At the end of ten years everything was paid off, everything, the usurer's charges and the accumulation of superimposed interest.
Madame Loisel looked old now. She had become like all the other strong, hard, coarse women of poor households. Her hair was badly done, her skirts were awry, her hands were red. She spoke in a shrill voice, and the water slopped all over the floor when she scrubbed it. But sometimes, when her husband was
at the office, she sat down by the window and thought of that evening long ago, of the ball at which she had been so beautiful and so much admired.
Is it Better to Have Loved and lost Than to have Never Loved at All?
Is it better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all? It's like deciding between going on a thrilling adventure or staying in your cozy comfort zone.
When you've experienced love and then faced its loss, it can feel like getting caught in a sudden rainstorm without an umbrella. The emotions can be overwhelming, like a torrential downpour soaking you to the bone. It can leave you feeling heartbroken and questioning whether it was worth the risk.
But here's another perspective: love is like embarking on a breathtaking journey. It's like setting off on a hike up a challenging mountain, where the climb is arduous, but the views from the top are awe-inspiring. When you've loved, you've likely experienced moments of immense joy, connection, and personal growth that are like glimpses of paradise along the way.
Even when it ends in heartbreak, the lessons learned and the memories made become part of your life story. It's like collecting unique souvenirs from different destinations that shape who you are. Each relationship leaves an imprint on your heart, teaching you valuable lessons about yourself, relationships, and what you truly desire.
On the other hand, there's the alternative—never having loved at all. It's like staying indoors, cozy and dry, while others venture out into the unpredictable beauty of the world. You might avoid the pain of heartbreak, but you also miss out on the exhilarating experiences, deep connections, and personal growth that love can bring.
So, is it better to have loved and lost? Well, that's for you to decide. Some may argue that the joy and growth they experienced outweigh the pain of loss. Others may prefer the comfort of a safe and predictable life.
Ultimately, it's a personal choice, and there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Love is a risk, but it's also a source of profound fulfillment and richness in life. Just remember, whether you've loved and lost or chosen a different path, what truly matters is finding happiness and living a life that feels authentic to you.
Cheers
When you've experienced love and then faced its loss, it can feel like getting caught in a sudden rainstorm without an umbrella. The emotions can be overwhelming, like a torrential downpour soaking you to the bone. It can leave you feeling heartbroken and questioning whether it was worth the risk.
But here's another perspective: love is like embarking on a breathtaking journey. It's like setting off on a hike up a challenging mountain, where the climb is arduous, but the views from the top are awe-inspiring. When you've loved, you've likely experienced moments of immense joy, connection, and personal growth that are like glimpses of paradise along the way.
Even when it ends in heartbreak, the lessons learned and the memories made become part of your life story. It's like collecting unique souvenirs from different destinations that shape who you are. Each relationship leaves an imprint on your heart, teaching you valuable lessons about yourself, relationships, and what you truly desire.
On the other hand, there's the alternative—never having loved at all. It's like staying indoors, cozy and dry, while others venture out into the unpredictable beauty of the world. You might avoid the pain of heartbreak, but you also miss out on the exhilarating experiences, deep connections, and personal growth that love can bring.
So, is it better to have loved and lost? Well, that's for you to decide. Some may argue that the joy and growth they experienced outweigh the pain of loss. Others may prefer the comfort of a safe and predictable life.
Ultimately, it's a personal choice, and there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Love is a risk, but it's also a source of profound fulfillment and richness in life. Just remember, whether you've loved and lost or chosen a different path, what truly matters is finding happiness and living a life that feels authentic to you.
Cheers
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Death by Spaghetti
A woman in Italy accused of murdering great-aunt with spaghetti
A woman in Italy is awaiting trial after allegedly murdering her great-aunt — with spaghetti.
Paola Pepe, 58, was arrested after she allegedly force-fed Maria Basso the pasta dish at a restaurant in Sicily in December 2022, Nine reports.
The 80-year-old, who was susceptible to choking, died two days after eating the meal after it became lodged in her airways.
A police investigation was launched after Pepe changed Basso's will to name herself the sole beneficiary of her great-aunt's estate in the days prior.
The NZ$823,420 inheritance was to go to charity before it was amended.
A woman in Italy is awaiting trial after allegedly murdering her great-aunt — with spaghetti.
Paola Pepe, 58, was arrested after she allegedly force-fed Maria Basso the pasta dish at a restaurant in Sicily in December 2022, Nine reports.
The 80-year-old, who was susceptible to choking, died two days after eating the meal after it became lodged in her airways.
A police investigation was launched after Pepe changed Basso's will to name herself the sole beneficiary of her great-aunt's estate in the days prior.
The NZ$823,420 inheritance was to go to charity before it was amended.
Welcome to the world , little ones!!!
My newest nephew was born this morning!
He is finally here!
In January this year my one and only God-daughter to be was born!
So I have Two new babies in my life!!! Babies are so sweet.. I love babies.
Life is good! Just wanted to share my joy!!
Sharing my joy with you all !
He is finally here! In January this year my one and only God-daughter to be was born!
So I have Two new babies in my life!!! Babies are so sweet.. I love babies.
Life is good! Just wanted to share my joy!!
Sharing my joy with you all !
Liberal claims....of right wing fanatics..
Let me tell you something..the liberals out there like Bill Clinton who claims "right wing conspiracies are out to get them"...bullshit...the American people reject their policies plain and simple..why cant liberals accept the fact that their policies are not IN STEP with American principles.
FACT: MOST AMERICANS ARE AGAINST GAY MARRIAGES.
FACT: MOST AMERICANS HATE TAX INCREASES.
FACT: MOST AMERICANS LIKE STRONG FOREIGN POLICY..NOT THERAPY FOR TERRORISTS.
FACT: MOST AMERICAN LIKE TO HAVE THE CONSTITUTION RIGHT TO BEAR ARMS!
FACT: MOST AMERICANS DO NOT LIKE BIG GOVERNMENT!!!!!!!!
Poll after poll has shown that Americans prefer all these qualities!
When Clinton was elected the country got scared and voted in the Newt Gingrich republicans and hence since this country had great prosperity. Many laws already voted on my President George Herbert Walker Bush. But of course Clinton and his liberal media pals take the credit from where the credit is really do and that is the Republican congress in the 1990's.
But with this statement i have to be fair..many times the Republican controlled congress/government did not do well.
But with any government that is how it is. It comes down to managerial skills by the president. Reagan was great at managing and acting..he got done well what needed to be done..many Democrats joined him..and we turned this country around from the failing CARTER peanut boy years.
I do fault Bush No. 41 for not taking out Saddam Hussein at the time.. i do think that leaves him one of the worst we had as well..
Clinton failed miserably at everything..all he cared about was blowing his sax and making Time magazine..sorry i dont want a rockstar in the house i want someone that knows what they are doing..he failed!
President Bush will be assailed as a great PRESIDENT someday that stood up against terror..with the mighty bullhorn.."The people that teared these buildings down..will hear from all of us soon.."...and so they had..until this last election.
Of course the far left liberals that read this WILL NEVER AGREE..BUT I HOPE SOME OF YOU IN THE MIDDLE..IF YOUR A SENSIBLE DEMOCRAT AND SENSIBLE REPUBLICAN WILL UNITE TO SEE THE LOGIC OF THIS AND WHAT HISTORY HAS STATED...THEN TRULY WE CAN TURN THIS COUNTRY IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION.
Thanks for reading..constant reader...
FACT: MOST AMERICANS ARE AGAINST GAY MARRIAGES.
FACT: MOST AMERICANS HATE TAX INCREASES.
FACT: MOST AMERICANS LIKE STRONG FOREIGN POLICY..NOT THERAPY FOR TERRORISTS.
FACT: MOST AMERICAN LIKE TO HAVE THE CONSTITUTION RIGHT TO BEAR ARMS!
FACT: MOST AMERICANS DO NOT LIKE BIG GOVERNMENT!!!!!!!!
Poll after poll has shown that Americans prefer all these qualities!
When Clinton was elected the country got scared and voted in the Newt Gingrich republicans and hence since this country had great prosperity. Many laws already voted on my President George Herbert Walker Bush. But of course Clinton and his liberal media pals take the credit from where the credit is really do and that is the Republican congress in the 1990's.
But with this statement i have to be fair..many times the Republican controlled congress/government did not do well.
But with any government that is how it is. It comes down to managerial skills by the president. Reagan was great at managing and acting..he got done well what needed to be done..many Democrats joined him..and we turned this country around from the failing CARTER peanut boy years.
I do fault Bush No. 41 for not taking out Saddam Hussein at the time.. i do think that leaves him one of the worst we had as well..
Clinton failed miserably at everything..all he cared about was blowing his sax and making Time magazine..sorry i dont want a rockstar in the house i want someone that knows what they are doing..he failed!
President Bush will be assailed as a great PRESIDENT someday that stood up against terror..with the mighty bullhorn.."The people that teared these buildings down..will hear from all of us soon.."...and so they had..until this last election.
Of course the far left liberals that read this WILL NEVER AGREE..BUT I HOPE SOME OF YOU IN THE MIDDLE..IF YOUR A SENSIBLE DEMOCRAT AND SENSIBLE REPUBLICAN WILL UNITE TO SEE THE LOGIC OF THIS AND WHAT HISTORY HAS STATED...THEN TRULY WE CAN TURN THIS COUNTRY IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION.
Thanks for reading..constant reader...
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