Saving money— I’m going to continue staying at home, even though pubs are open again, and see just how much more money I have—- so far, it’s looking good
Hi. When I first joined this site ( over 10 years ago) members WERE meeting other members, flying or driving, etc... to see one another, and sometimes developing a relationship. They would talk about it a bit ( with the rest of us), and suspend their account. Over the years, scamming and spamming has increased so bad that otherwise willing, nice, well- meaning people just don’t want to get burned. Ironic to have a site for possibly meeting someone that has these pitfalls and land mines...I empathize with you...
Much of this idiocy surrounds the MacDonald’s coffee burns a patron sustained when she wedged the cup of hot coffee between her legs in the car, and it spilled, causing second degree burns, well, kind of all over thighs, etc...Since then, superfluous warnings have to be on everything...” this knife can cut”, “sunglasses not recommended for nocturnal driving”, etc...
Hello my friend—please be careful. Increased covid/corona virus cases have been directly linked to travel. I understand fully the sentiments about the ridiculousness of the whole mess, and am agreeable to many people who see it as largely unnecessary. However, the jury’s still out, and people ARE infected. Be cautious.
Just watched the national US news. One thing I couldn’t get out of my head— The Mormon Church is planning on building more “Temples”. The question on who may enter the inner sanctums; ie, the whole Maryann, came up. The reply from one of the Grand Pooh-bahs, or whatever, was “That will depend on a certain level of devotion”. Pray tell, what in the known, sane, yet sometimes practical universe, does THAT mean??? I, for one, am NOT willing to give anyone that much leisure with my trust—- Gotta do better than that...your thoughts?
i thought I was the king of improvising! I’m constantly looking for more and/ or better storage, so have gone “ vertical” when possible. I shelved the full length of my hall/ utility closet, fitting the braces with shallow coated wire “ tray shelves” - bought in a kit. It expanded the closet space, nearly doubling it, freeing up floor and wall space inside the closet itself. Armed with this skill, I found a “ half-shelf” of the same kind and converted the inside bathroom door into open, but nice looking, storage. One problem: I had a stainless steel paper towel holder that would only fit “ the long way”. However, the weight of the roll fell through to the bottom, ruining the practicality of the device. So...I searched the house and found a Rubbermaid plastic container top just slightly larger than the towel roll, slit an “x” in the middle, shimmied it down the holder core to the bottom. It ‘ holds’ the roll, and no one has ever noticed unless I’ve told them...
Btw— occasionally around here you see a red mechanic’s rag stuffed into the gas port, hefty bags for windows, opaque tape for light covers, and a bumper-sticker that reads, “It’s not how ya pick yer nose, it’s where you stash the booger”
It seems that some members don’t really use this feature much. I have several friends I talk with this way, but not many. I “ ignore” quite a few from those I don’t know...what’s the point in replying if there’s no interest? Right? I do get the frustration of wondering why someone is on here if they don’t seem to want to talk...it’s a little perplexing, but remember, ( and learning this did not come naturally for me..) what may seem correct and practicable for US, may not be true for someone ELSE..
( if everyone would just do what I say, everything will be fine.... )
Good morning, chara...hey, you bring to mind, with your super outlook, Mother Theresa’s “Do It Anyway” poem. Sorry, I can’t seem to copy/paste it, but it’s easy to find. You brighten my life, Dino.
“..and along the shining river, one dark mass of men were seen.. And above them in the night wind floated our Immortal Green- Many a manly heart might shudder, as the Banshee’s mournful croon- But our pikes we were a-flashing, by the rising of the moon”
Oh, gee, I forgot to answer the last two sentences. Yes, I find it inspiring when members react seriously to the question. I tend to answer chronologically, if multiple questions are asked. Order, order, order...
I notice that, too. Most of the time I just take it tongue-in-cheek; the guys are trying to see humor, I guess. It can be a bit annoying, if serious replies are wanted. For me, I just go ahead and try to answer the focus question..
Hmm..that reminds me of biology and taxonomy/classification: Generally, a male pig is a boar, and a female pig a sow. But at auction, “hogs for sale” indicates both genders. Likewise, both male and female chickens are “chickens”, the male being a rooster/coq; female a hen, of course. Turkeys are cob/Tom, ducks are drakes, swans (?) and then, goose/ gander...et al...
True that—also, it’s really common for the borrower to treat you like you’re some kind of jerk when you do ask for it back... I’m not saying we should NEVER lend, but I’m being very judicial about it. Usually they can’t (easily) pay back..
(BNaughty)He’s insanely jealous— I can’t have any friends...he brags about the Coleman Lantern in his pocket— drives me bananas. He’s so cruel... no, I’m not lying...you’re cool beans, lovie..now, about that BNaughty...
I take it your habitat is self- contained, or has this ability. Several friends of mine here have homes/farms that can operate independent of public services. (They even do a “test run” two days annually.) Even have an Amish washing machine you crank by hand. The real McCoy...
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probably depends on what the smile or laughter was about..
RE: I'm not going anywhere today because
Saving money— I’m going to continue staying at home, even though pubs are open again, and see just how much more money I have—- so far, it’s looking good