Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58. The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and tried to tell her to just give me two quarters , but she hailed the manager for help.
While he tried to explain the transaction to her, she stood there and cried.
Why do I tell you this? Because of the evolution in teaching math since the 1950s:
1. Teaching Math In 1950s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit?
2. Teaching Math In 1960s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?
3. Teaching Math In 1970s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?
4. Teaching Math In 1980s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.
5. Teaching Math In 1990s
A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What do you think of this way of making a living? Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it’s ok.)
6. Teaching Math In 2009
Un hachero vende una carretada de madera por $100. El costo de la producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?
Year 2010:
Who cares, just steal the lumber from your rich neighbor’s property, he won’t have a gun to stop you, and the President says it’s OK anyway ‘cuz it’s redistributing the wealth. To hell with math.
Well, darling...I was going to send you a flower, but my age, location, color of hair, un-clipped toe nails is "BLOCKED"...so I could get a "Thank Ye"!
I think a lot of people misunderstand the real issue!
I, for one...am not against Immigration, it is the Illegal Immigration that is against the law, and should be addressed.
If you have nothing to hide, why not present legal papers to show you are legally here.
Chances are that your not going to be asked for proper ID, if your not doing something wrong.
I had a friend suggested that I go to Az, and see if I don't get stopped because of the way I look. (because of my dark hair and etc)
I have no problem with that at all. If I do something to get questioned, i.e. running traffic light, stop sign, speeding, reckless...or any other law, I would welcome my ID to be checked...because the officer is going to ask for it anyway...no problem.
If I'm not breaking the law...I still have nothing to hide.
It's my opinion that it's the illegals that are kicking up such a fuss, not because of violation of their rights...but because they are scared of getting caught being here illegally!
The new AZ proposed law, has got the illegals running scared...which we all know that within that group of people is the infestation of drug runners, dealers, and criminals.
If the illegals want to be here, at least apply for citizenship, the legal way...then they have no reason to be afraid.
It's just like anything else, if you think it's worth so much to be an American, then do it the legal way...really, it's very simple solution.
OK, I have ranted long enough...just wanted to explain it the way I understand it to be. For those against what I have posted, fire your best shot...I stand by my opinion, and you can stand by yours! I am NOT here to argue...there are plenty of that elsewhere.
Hey Jeepers...I just went to my hotmail account again to look more closely...and it does seem to be different than what I'm used to seeing...but the results of yesterday was from what I'm seeing now. So, I must of already had the upgrade/revision.
Also, in my "inbox" is a message as follows, that used to not be there:
"Wow, you've got a very clean inbox! (Did you know you can receive messages from other e-mail accounts?) "
So, just wanted to advise that my account was of the new one, when I did the test for you. So, I say again, hope you get it like you want.
Have a great day...don't let that get to you...it's not worth the frustration.
Well, having been in law enforcement for a while, I knew you find things that are just not right, and cheating to a degree...but to this level or gross amount...it just took me by surprise.
I read this bit of news...and had a hard time wrapping my head around this. The FBI agents are supposed to be the "oh, so so of law enforcement"! Have we (The USA) really gone down that far and low on the scale morals? ------------------------------------------------------------
By MATT APUZZO and ADAM GOLDMAN, Associated Press Writers Matt Apuzzo And Adam Goldman, Associated Press Writers – 14 mins ago
WASHINGTON – FBI Director Robert Mueller told Congress on Wednesday that he does not know how many of his agents cheated on an important exam on the bureau's policies, an embarrassing revelation that raises questions about whether the FBI knows its own rules for conducting surveillance on Americans.
The Justice Department inspector general is investigating whether hundreds of agents cheated on the test. Some took the open-book test together, violating rules that they take it alone. Others finished the lengthy exam unusually quickly, current and former officials said.
The test was supposed to ensure that FBI agents understand new rules allowing them to conduct surveillance and open files on Americans without evidence of criminal wrongdoing. If agents can't pass that test without cheating, civil liberties groups ask, how can they follow them?
To answer your question...YES, but I had to help her out with a $9,000,000 endowment in a bank somewhere...and that I would get a portion of it, for helping her get it!
Never did keep the date though, I was thinking..."Huh, I don't need her money"..I'm fine with being broke, and destitute!
I agree with you...single w/children women are a great group to be reckoned with...and should be honored in their own way...just for them! GO SINGLE MOMS!!!
TheresMyFriend Forum Posts (2,790)
Gaw-lee girl!
RE: can i tell just by looking if he is good in bed?
Sure...go ahead and toss a coin...heads or tails?Makes about as much sense.