arthurdent Forum Posts (490)

RE: CAT'S Thread- for cat lovers...

ditto that sentiment...keep her and you'll find a home soon enough

RE: pet peves

I've cycled on the road for many years and this is too true; there are many out there with an arrogant attitude towards motorists and they too often break the law at their convenience. Riding tandem is another popular "wrong". I've yelled at a few to smarten up or they will really piss off the motorists.

RE: How many people have actually visited Canada?

I do have to agree with the comments from Americans about our drivers, at least here in the Golden Horseshoe (the corridor on hwy 401 from London to Windsor is known as being one of the most dangerous stretches of highway). Rampant lane changes, tailgating, hogging the fast lane...I could go on at length but suffice to say that when I drive in the US, (a few times each year) I find that the tone is more sedate and less hectic overall. Perhaps it has something to do with the ever-present State Troopers and their no-nonesense tolerance to speeding and bad driving...

RE: Do you have a ......

Cartwright's BBQ out on 71...Friday night dinner...if I leave now i should be able to make it!

RE: Do you have a ......

You can come and collect this professor anytime mixxy!

RE: Do you have a ......

you got me there but, you did miss an apostrophe in "can't"

RE: Do you have a ......

I'm kinda surprised that jeanc didn't catch this one...that's "fungi" to you ulaoulao!

Redhead...we need to talk Zippos! aside from those I have collections of antique cameras, telephones, bric-a-brac and an antique rifle (the start of another - and expensive collection!)

...and who can forget the collection of cancelled support cheques!

RE: CAT'S Thread- for cat lovers...

...and has anyone raised the question as to why a cat, when it is sitting on bare floor, will move to the carpet to barf?

RE: CAT'S Thread- for cat lovers...

never too late to add to this thread right...

Cruel, but composed and bland,
Dumb, inscrutable and grand,
So Tiberius might have sat,
Had Tiberius been a cat.

Matthew Arnold

RE: pet peves

Well, if you haven't already check out Corner Gas...witty and well delivered humour without the insulting laugh track...and as a favourite Canadian celebrity would say: "it's all Canadian!"

RE: pet peves

You are my girl Angel! Even using msn chat I cannot bring myself to using silly acronyms or abbreviations and even tend to use proper punctuation. It seems genetic too, as both my older sons chat the same way!

One of my many pet peeves is the annoying advertising of upcoming programs and other nonsense that TV networks blast across the bottom of the screen during the program. Is it not enough that we have to abide commercials without intruding further upon the program?

RE: What is the best way to stop terrorism?

"This conjunction of an immense military establishment and a large arms industry is new in the American experience. The total influence – economic, political, even spiritual – is felt in every city, every Statehouse, every office of the Federal government. We recognize the imperative need for this development. Yet we must not fail to comprehend its grave implications. Our toil, resources and livelihood are all involved; so is the very structure of our society.

In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist."

Dwight D. Eisenhower, Jan. 1961, Farewell Speech.

45 years later these prophetic words come back to a nation that has allowed the military-industrial complex to rise to the powerful juggernaut that it is today.

Were it not for it's military's presence throughout the world and its constant intervention, the US would not have been so exposed as to make the enemies that it has.

I'm not suggesting that the US did wrongly in it's actions. I'm merely pointing out that it's military strength and it's posturing as the world's police force are bound to ruffle a few feathers along the way. A dilemma, to be sure: use diplomacy while time ticks away and innocent people die, wait for a UN resolution or let the "bad guys" have their way? While considered arrogant by some the intent was always good in most cases.

The military has become politically and more important, industry driven to a point that dismantling or even cutting back seems near impossible. Add to this the recent attacks on it's own soil and the constant threat of terrorism and the military machine is fueled further in equipment, manpower and support of it's people.

When the Cold War ended following the dismantling of the USSR there was a distinct possibility that the US war machine could be trimmed back further from the previous SALT limitations. I found it interesting to note at the time then, that during Desert Storm the military used every untried-in-battle weapon in their arsenals. Patriot, Tomahawk and Maverick missiles, F-117 Stealth fighters and countless other munitions and equipment were all used with enormous success. This could only create further support for military spending.

How then, can you beat terrorism? It can't be done - at least easily. Terrorists are driven by ideologies that manifest themselves in a resolve and determination that exceed our comprehension. Since Viet Nam the US has engaged in conflicts that defy proper military strategies and doctrine; there are no battle lines, the enemy is not dressed in a different uniform and are often not even trained soldiers or adults.

Increase your vigilance my friends and maintain an awareness that the rest of the world is watching.

RE: What Intimidates You??

scratch that one from my list....

RE: What Intimidates You??

I'm intimidated by seeing this profound and philosophical side to my sister!

Hi!

Thanks all for the warm welcome and yes, darkhorseman, the trip 'round the universe is done for the moment. I guess it'll be back to the pub for an ale then!

Hi!

I've been into the Canada forums for a couple weeks and just thought to pop in here and say hi to y'all

RE: Grey Cup fast approaching......

"kinda like woman and their obession with shoes, clothes and makeup."

I'm dying to see just how thin that ice is you're skating on pucks!

RE: The female demerit system

I'm sorry twingles...I fell asleep before finishing your post...how did it end?

RE: I need prepared recipes to freeze for winter ideas!

Thanks Pucks for bringing this up to help clear up a common misconception: Real Men DO Eat Quiche!

RE: I need prepared recipes to freeze for winter ideas!

Chicken hearts are delicious!

RE: What are you willing to risk ?

Finances: no real worries there

Geographical location: there are many places that I could accept as home rather than here

Heart ache: been there a few times and willing to accept it again

Friends: this gets a bit stickier...

Family: same as friends...

Security: as self employed a viable market for my talents is crucial

Possible failure: nothing ventured, nothing gained, eh?

RE: I need prepared recipes to freeze for winter ideas!

soups and stews with meat and potatoes always freeze well

RE: Riddle me this

I thought along the same lines Aria and scanned the border in Google Earth but nothing shows up - at least in high resolution.

The only thing that I can think of is either an embassy or miltary base that may have a shared hospital? I'm leaning toward this town not being on this continent...

RE: Why did I love Canada?

...and Rufus the Wacko Cat is bouncing off the walls to meet you!

RE: car tunes

Name a Song that helped you through Bad Times...

starting with a lone piper and ending with a massed band...stirring it is!

RE: Ladies, meet my little brother

actually, Gibsonish, there was never and will never, be a specific order...turkey will be stuffed with corn (always Green Giant Niblets thanks to our brother!), cranberry mashed into yams with gravy and anything that suited the ladle in hand coupled with our overly creative and evil minds...

Name a Song that helped you through Bad Times...

...was inspirational, uplifting or simply gave you something to think about.

Dancing and singing along to All You Ever Do is Bring Me Down by the Mavericks did it for me!

RE: Ladies, meet my little brother

why? because I happen to like making corn on mashed potato pie with gravy?

RE: Board Games

although not really a board game Milles Bournes (sic?) was always a cottage favourite!