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Oct 30, 2007 10:06 AM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
Some of you that know me well also know that I'm a bit jaded and cynical about life here in Southern California. I suppose a number of my posts reflect this. I've been here some five years now.

Still, the weather permitted a motorcycle ride in this morning - so there's something good to be said about it. I parked in my typical spot in the parking garage, and per my morning ritual, lit up a cig before going into the office, to quietly contemplate the day ahead.

An Acura CL pulled up. The professional auto expert in me wondered why anyone would pay good money for a bloated Honda Accord coupe, a notion I quickly let go, since there was not much I could do about it anyway. But there was something else I noticed.

The rear license plate was hanging by a single bolt. Ever the Good Samaritan, I prepared to point this out to the driver.

She emerged from the car. An attractive woman. Check that, VERY attractive. Probably, like so many around here, high-maintenance. She was digging in her purse for what I guessed would be a cell phone. At least she was not talking in the car. We of two-wheeled transport like this sort of thing.

Undaunted, I got out the polite "excuse me," and pointed out the plate. Her reaction surprised me.

She could not have been nicer, and appreciative. A big smile and big thank you. Warm. Kind.

Ever tactful, I refrained from offering her a screw.

I finished my smoke with a little introspection. Things are not always as they appear. My oft judgemental stance is not a good thing, at all. I should lighten up. Relax.

I think it's going to be a good day. smoking
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Oct 30, 2007 10:13 AM CST Stereotypes
ltlmstrouble
ltlmstroubleltlmstroubleMilton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England UK7 Threads 1,635 Posts
Thanks for the nice story. Needed to hear something like this today. It is just past 3pm here, day almost done.

It has not been a good or bad one, but it is nice to sit and reflect on something that is small but so true. Your post has energised me so that I can finish my day in a more positive way.

cheers
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Oct 30, 2007 10:13 AM CST Stereotypes
TheBaldGuy
TheBaldGuyTheBaldGuyMouseTrap, Florida USA10 Threads 906 Posts
thumbs up
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Oct 30, 2007 11:03 AM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
Thank you both. Much appreciated.
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Oct 30, 2007 11:20 AM CST Stereotypes
Indyfella
IndyfellaIndyfellaindianapolis, Indiana USA152 Threads 8 Polls 18,150 Posts
Just a hunch, but you probably got her plate number, having a buddy cop run it for the address....rolling on the floor laughing
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Oct 30, 2007 11:22 AM CST Stereotypes
prncss4someone
prncss4someoneprncss4someoneHopeful, Michigan USA57 Threads 8 Polls 7,227 Posts
Just a normal Michigan attitude is allconversing

That's a good reason to get outta MI....

Develop professor a Cali attitude my man and banana cheering banana have good thoughtswine
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Oct 30, 2007 11:25 AM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
Shhhhhh....don't want everyone to think I'm a stalker or anything...uh oh


He should have the address to me by lunchtime...beer
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Oct 30, 2007 5:22 PM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
Not a day passes where I don't think about coming back. I know things are not so good there, but it's still home.

The bigger question is, do I wish to develop a Cali attitude?

cool
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Oct 30, 2007 5:39 PM CST Stereotypes
Konigsberg
KonigsbergKonigsbergJurassic Park (Site B), Nova Scotia Canada57 Threads 3 Polls 8,448 Posts
That's why, before to pass verdict i wait till defendant will open his/ her mouth.


And make my desicion on whatever escapes a speech apparatus ....


You never know what to expect. confused


Find her, Robert ... but be careful ... she might been in a good mood that minute. professor laugh
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Oct 30, 2007 5:40 PM CST Stereotypes
LucidBlue
LucidBlueLucidBlueGood Bye, USA13 Threads 287 Posts
First you say that you learned not to stereotype today and then you ask yourself if you wish to develop a Cali attitude?

rolling on the floor laughing

I'm glad you had a good day, but I think you need to spend more time reflecting on this my friend...

wink

hug wave
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Oct 30, 2007 8:25 PM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
Thank you Marina, Lucid...tip hat

I think the attitude question was rhetorical in nature. dancing
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Oct 30, 2007 8:31 PM CST Stereotypes
Konigsberg
KonigsbergKonigsbergJurassic Park (Site B), Nova Scotia Canada57 Threads 3 Polls 8,448 Posts
absolutely, you are right on a point Robert ....... first meeting attidute is always a fake one. Let's be realistic. Shall we? uh oh

And you know that's funny ... cause people have tendecy to behave until you say,( out of the blue) You are moron Oh Hell! .... then you know what is a real nature of a person islaugh
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Oct 30, 2007 8:41 PM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
I've been called worse. Much worse uh oh
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Oct 30, 2007 8:42 PM CST Stereotypes
Konigsberg
KonigsbergKonigsbergJurassic Park (Site B), Nova Scotia Canada57 Threads 3 Polls 8,448 Posts
and? conversing What was your reaction?
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Oct 30, 2007 8:45 PM CST Stereotypes
Tumpa
TumpaTumpaottawa, Ontario Canada88 Threads 7,091 Posts
I know you can be a nice guy when you want to be.

Even rate my pic a ten.

Even put on a tuxedo.

Aim high, aim true.....
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Oct 30, 2007 8:48 PM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
"Hey officer, is that a Glock?" grin
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Oct 30, 2007 8:51 PM CST Stereotypes
Konigsberg
KonigsbergKonigsbergJurassic Park (Site B), Nova Scotia Canada57 Threads 3 Polls 8,448 Posts
Brilliant ....... Robert you sense of humor will safe your sanity from insanity conversing

You are good people Robert hug

and gone to dream i am yawn



Enjoy nightcheers
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Oct 30, 2007 8:54 PM CST Stereotypes
rwantin
rwantinrwantinRoyal Oak, Michigan USA17 Threads 8,924 Posts
Star light your way Marina...wine

Tumpa, thank you sir. I'm a decent guy most of the time. That, and we old timers have to stick together.cheers
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Oct 30, 2007 8:59 PM CST Stereotypes
evie_girl_fl
evie_girl_flevie_girl_flFayetteville, North Carolina USA9 Threads 967 Posts
I learn one thing in life. You do not need to develop any attitude where ever you live or do.... Always be yourself , and if the people around dont like it, well its their loss, because Im sure others will do! wave wave
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Oct 30, 2007 9:03 PM CST Stereotypes
bajanblue
bajanbluebajanblueSpeightstown, Saint Peter Barbados344 Threads 1 Polls 3,724 Posts
What a pleasant read to come home to!

Don't bother with an attitude, just speak from the heart, shoot from the hip and punch from the shoulder. And dance when the mood is upon you.

Something like that anyway.rolling on the floor laughing wave
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