Soooo....

[Mousey Girl]

It looks like I am going to Kernville tonight as soon as The Boy gets picked up. The sad part is that I am looking forward to driving the Kern Canyon more than I am hanging out in Kernville.

[Gemini Cricket]

It's weird how working very closely with your boss makes the day fly by!
:)

[alphabassettgrrl]

She keeps calling her uniform her 'dyke suit'. That makes me giggle, too.
:D

Don't underestimate the power of a uniform!

[JWBear]

I just found out that a key coverage area wasn't staffed last week because one of my employees called in sick, and no one replaced him. The good part is that I was out all that day in a training conference, and my doofus manager is taking the heat for it! LO-effing-L!!!

[Gemini Cricket]

What's with everyone today? Is it a full moon? Crashman is not in the military he's in prison, huffed at by crazy people at the bank and now I just came back from pumping gas on the corner of Riverside and Lankershim and some lady sicks her head out the window and yells to me, "I wanna f*ck you!" And what does Brad do? He smiles and says, "Bring it!" Why did he say that? No idea.
:D

[alphabassettgrrl]

We're actually coming up on Dark Moon- the opposite of Full. I'm not sure why people are crazy. Usually at Dark it's mechanical things that break.

[Snowflake]

What's with everyone today? Is it a full moon? Crashman is not in the military he's in prison, huffed at by crazy people at the bank and now I just came back from pumping gas on the corner of Riverside and Lankershim and some lady sicks her head out the window and yells to me, "I wanna f*ck you!" And what does Brad do? He smiles and says, "Bring it!" Why did he say that? No idea.
:D

Obviously her gaydar was in complete malfunction.;)

But, at least you took it as a compliment, or you're just under way too much stress.

[Not Afraid]

What's with everyone today? Is it a full moon? I just came back from pumping gas on the corner of Riverside and Lankershim and some lady sicks her head out the window and yells to me, "I wanna f*ck you!" And what does Brad do? He smiles and says, "Bring it!" Why did he say that? No idea.
:Doh Brad. That was just me. ;)

[Gemini Cricket]

oh Brad. That was just me. ;)
You know, it did happen right after we got off the phone with each other...
Hmmmm...
:D

[Bornieo: Fully Loaded]

Hmmmm - Octopussy is playing on VH1 today.

Everyone say it aloud.

All together now...

[Sohrshah]

Hmmmm - Octopussy is playing on VH1 today.

Everyone say it aloud.

All together now...

Say what? shaken, not stirred? :cool:

[CoasterMatt]

VH1 Classic is showing 80 hours of 80s videos this weekend.

[Not Afraid]

Today is Sid's last day as a real boy. Snip snip snip goes the scissors.....

[CoasterMatt]

Snip snip snip goes the scissors.....

I don't think I wanna see the rest of THAT musical.. :eek:

[blueerica]

So we saw a bald eagle walking on the side of the road today on the way back from Gainesville (driving through farmland on the way to Homosassa/Crystal River/Spring/Whatever-It's-Called). Just sauntering. We turned around to see if it was injured, but it didn't seem to be and flew up onto a fence post. So I snapped a picture and a short while after it flew off. Really. Freaking. Cool.

In other news, (yeah, yeah, should be in the other thread, but whatever) wind's picked up on the Gulf and it's rainy. More humidity than I've experienced in a LONG time - even the Floridians are complaining. Flying over NO on the way over here, I couldn't help but feel concern over Gustav and how strong it's getting. I guess I should just be thankful that it's not going directly over us... we're just getting bristled by the finger tips.

Oh, and the Gators won. This Saturday I maayyyy try getting tix to the Miami game, though I fear it will be packed and I won't be able to get there in time to actually park and get my seat. :( So, I should just take it easy and get a few beers at the ESPN zone at WDW and watch the game from there with my Gator gear on.

Tomorrow we're going to some spring.. or we're going to go tubing on the (guessing on the spelling) Itchatucknee. It all sounds like fun.

I could live in Florida. It's pretty.

[alphabassettgrrl]

BE- that's cool about the eagle!

[RStar]

I don't think I wanna see the rest of THAT musical.. :eek:

Isn't that Sweeny Todd?

[Disneyphile]

Today is Sid's last day as a real boy. Snip snip snip goes the scissors.....Fling fling fling go the balls...

[3894]

Today is Sid's last day as a real boy. Snip snip snip goes the scissors.....

Well done, NA. :snap:

So Jack the beagle, the hubbo, and I are out walking this morning, going a totally new route.

We pass by a chainlink fence with an angry pomeranian on the other side. The pomeranian barked. Jack, merry musician of the meadow that he is, bayed back. This infuriated the pomeranian.

But the angriest of all was the pomeranian's owner. "I'm gonna beat him!" he screamed over the barking and baying. "No, you ain't! You ain't gonna!" his wife screamed back.

We left the three of them barking and screaming at each other.

[lindyhop]

Yesterday I was at the recycling center dropping off a trunkful of the detritus of my life. An elderly woman was dropping off her stuff and tut-tutting as she picked up little scraps of whatever that other people had left outside the bins. She complimented me on the crate I keep in my trunk so I was feeling more charitable towards her until she tsked me for not separating newsprint with colored ink from the rest of the newspapers. The newspaper bin clearly says "inserts okay" but I still put anything on slick paper in the household paper bin.

If you think she's correct please keep it to yourself. I'm not separating my newspapers by color. I don't even do that with my laundry.

[Morrigoon]

Shopping update:

I've now seen 2 Mervyn's with "Store Closing" signage up. Leads me to believe it's system-wide possibly. 20-50 percent off, probably get more w/time.

Sport Chalet: has E-Z ups (quick shade brand actually) for $70! Also has the super camping grill for $129

[3894]

Want to see a professor moon another? It's about 1 min. into the clip (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXwy2VuA2V4). You think that's bad, you should see dept. meetings.

[LSPoorEeyorick]

Fling fling fling go the balls...

Testes... testes... one.. two... three?

[alphabassettgrrl]

Testes... testes... one.. two... three?

One of my coworkers said that into a microphone she was testing at sound check. It wasn't working so she thought she was safe. It chose that moment to come on. Of course.

[Morrigoon]

Mervyn's must've chaptered... saw two more today after posting the above

[Alex]

Yes, they went into Chapter 11 last month.

But currently they are closing only 26 stores, mostly in California, Arizona, and Texas.

Facts I just learned looking that up: Mervyn's was founded here in the East Bay and until 2004 was owned by Target. Fact you just learned about Mervyn's: for my first wedding we registered at Mervyn's; I had no idea what a charger is, had no idea why we would want one, and after that argument just walked around lettering her put anything she wanted into the registry without comment.

[lindyhop]

I bought a lamp for my sewing room today but it doesn't work. Of course I figured that out after I took it out of the box and broke down all the cardboard. I got in back in the box in a reasonable fascimile of how it started so that I can return it. But I really didn't want to run any errands tomorrow.

And I have a sewing room! It still needs a lot of work (paint, new curtains, minor stuff like that) but I boxed up everything that's still being stored in there and pushed the boxes against the wall. I got a desk at IKEA for my sewing machine and now I'm ready to go. Except for the lighting issue.

[alphabassettgrrl]

I have a new camera! It doesn't appear to be as user-friendly as the previous one but I'm sure I can figure it out.

[RStar]

Sounds to me like the Soooooo...... thread has turned into the Shopping and Sew thread!

;)

[tracilicious]

I had no idea what a charger is, had no idea why we would want one, and after that argument just walked around lettering her put anything she wanted into the registry without comment.


It's one of those really big plates, right?

[Alex]

Yes it is. I know what a charger is now. For a poor 18-year-old kid it wasn't such a key piece of information.

[JWBear]

Also called (more rarely) a "place Plate", chargers are a decorative plate that sits on the table under the dinner plate. They have generally fallen out of disuse except in the most formal of occasions.

[lindyhop]

Sounds to me like the Soooooo...... thread has turned into the Shopping and Sew thread!

;)

Do people do other things?:D

[Morrigoon]

Lindy: merely rumor ;)

[Not Afraid]

I have a sewing room too. It's also known as the dining room. Of course, the dining room is really a sitting room and the office is also a guest room and my closet.

[RStar]

I have a sewing room too. It's also known as the dining room. Of course, the dining room is really a sitting room and the office is also a guest room and my closet.

Hey, like Alton Brown says, it's not worth having unless it's multi-purpose! :D

[Ghoulish Delight]

Also called (more rarely) a "place Plate", chargers are a decorative plate that sits on the table under the dinner plate. They have generally fallen out of disuse except in the most formal of occasions.Out of disuse? So people are using them again?

[RStar]

Out of disuse? So people are using them again?

Are you double negitive negitive?

;)

[alphabassettgrrl]

Am I the only one who thinks "horse" when I hear the word "charger"?

[CoasterMatt]

I think of the first few notes of Dixie whenever I hear the word "Charger" :D

[Gn2Dlnd]

I have a sewing room too. It's also known as the dining room. Of course, the dining room is really a sitting room and the office is also a guest room and my closet.

As I was flipping through this thread, I was sure I read
I have a screwing room too. It's also known as the dining room. Of course, the dining room is really a sitting room and the office is also a guest room and my closet.

:eek:

[wendybeth]

Dinner at NA's, anyone?:D

[Not Afraid]

You apparently wouldn't want to eat off of my dining room table. ;)

[JWBear]

Out of disuse? So people are using them again?

Damn! Missed that!

[wolfy999]

Sent the Wolfette off to her first day at Middle School...yikes what happened to the years!? I'm going back to work today also, let's see how I handle working 7 days a week!

[blueerica]

Today is partly cloudy, pretty, and perfect for a boat ride... WOo!

[blueerica]

Tomorrow's forecast: Trip to Orlando and Pleasure Island before it's done. Then to the hotel for sleepy-times before working for the rest of the week.

DOWN WITH WORK!

[Moonliner]

Tomorrow's forecast: Trip to Orlando and Pleasure Island before it's done.

That's the best freaking forecast I've seen in months.

I hope Hanna keeps her distance for you.

[Gemini Cricket]

Today, if all goes well, I will be having lunch at Club 33 with my friends Cam and Stephanie. I'm going to take lots and lots of pictures. I'm excited. My first time. Yo ho yo ho, Disney Geeks for life, Pluto Dawgs! Chicka-chicka!
:D

[Snowflake]

Today, if all goes well, I will be having lunch at Club 33 with my friends Cam and Stephanie. I'm going to take lots and lots of pictures. I'm excited. My first time. Yo ho yo ho, Disney Geeks for life, Pluto Dawgs! Chicka-chicka!
:D

Cool!* You deserve to have fun and this new True Life Adventure!













*I confess, I'm a tad green, Kermit the Frog green, with envy.

[katiesue]

I've just wasted half my morning on a super cool website. Someone has taken the time to scan in and reference all the yearbooks (well just class photos) from my High School since it started. I've found grandparents, great great aunts & uncles, my parents, aunts, uncles. I don't think I've ever seen photos of some of them when they were younger. And it's freaky how much some of the younger generations look just like older ones. My cousin Rob looks almost exactly like his grandfather in High School.

[cirquelover]

I can't wait to hear all about it GC!

[MouseWife]

Sent the Wolfette off to her first day at Middle School...yikes what happened to the years!? I'm going back to work today also, let's see how I handle working 7 days a week!


7 days a week?????

GC~ Wow, I can't believe you haven't been before, actually. I hope you are off having a wonderful time. When I went, I had the giggles. I don't know why. No alcohol or anything. Just got the giggles. I guess that was total geekdom for me, eh?

[Alex]

Just don't go into Club 33 expecting the best dining experience ever. For the type who's usual point of reference for fine dining is Macaroni Grill this may be true.

But I'd been so hyped up about how excellent the service and food is that I ended up being disappointed at simply standard fine dining service and merely adequate fine dining food.

But it is cool to be in there.

[MouseWife]

I also remember hearing about the cuisine being quite different than it was. Probably for certain events, certain people, not typical.

[JWBear]

Why did I come in to work today? What was I thinking?

[Disneyphile]

So, I'm heading off to the valley in a half hour for an interview at a temp agency regarding an entertainment job they have posted.

Already, the recruiter called me and asked, "Won't you take office positions at other companies?" :rolleyes:

I'm very apprehensive about this interview in the first place, because 8 years ago, I went to an entertainment-centric temp agency with a consistent 2+ years experience from 2 different television stations, and they butchered my resume to make it look like I was the receptionist at those stations (I was a floor director and studio camera operator), and from that point, they'd only offer me entry level desk positions. And, when I'd look at their job boards and see several in-studio production assistant positions or needed camera ops, they'd seriously tell me, "But, your resume is for office work. We usually send men out on the physical jobs." (In hindsight, I do realize I could have sued them for not only that statement, but other gender-related ones that they consistently made.)

My 6-years-of-personal-cubical-hell recent office job is not even listed on my resume now, because it doesn't even fit with what I've been doing. And, this "first crunchy fruit" named agency better as hell not "doctor" my resume, unless it's to enhance the skills that I listed. That prior experience was mostly why I gave up and went to the cubicle job for those 6 years.

I'll seriously take working for $12 an hour at our neighborhood Costco before I'll agree to answering phones for $10 at a place 50 miles away. I refuse to return to administrative cubicle limbo, thank you very much. Now, will I travel 50 miles away to help run a video vault with just some basic editing duties for that same amount? You bet. And, that's the job they're currently showing available.

I'm just hoping that I don't come across as stubborn or bitchy when I say, "Sorry, but I want that one. If it's not available or won't match with me this time, then please keep me in mind only for similar positions."

I can't stand recruiters sales people who only give a crap about their commissions and never about the people they're supposedly trying to help.

[MouseWife]

Aw, DP. That sucks.

And, while I have such sympathy with your plight, what I really got from that was 'Costco pays $12???'

I won't get into my rant but I'm becoming more unhappy with my 'fun part time job'....

I hope your story ends well today. :0)

[Gn2Dlnd]

Just don't go into Club 33 expecting the best dining experience ever. For the type who's usual point of reference for fine dining is Macaroni Grill this may be true.

But I'd been so hyped up about how excellent the service and food is that I ended up being disappointed at simply standard fine dining service and merely adequate fine dining food.

But it is cool to be in there.

Christopher Robin: What are you supposed to be?

Winnie-the-Pooh: Well, I'm a little black rain cloud, of course!

:D

GC, I hope you have a great time, I sure did. And I hope you pay cash. They double charged my debit card.

Which I finagled into an invitation back.

[Moonliner]

I'm just hoping that I don't come across as stubborn or bitchy when I say, "Sorry, but I want that one. If it's not available or won't match with me this time, then please keep me in mind only for similar positions."

I can't stand recruiters sales people who only give a crap about their commissions and never about the people they're supposedly trying to help.

Pleasant but unyielding is definitely the way to go. And if that don't work let me know. Me an the boys will go over and teach them some manors.... ;)

[Gn2Dlnd]

Pleasant but unyielding is definitely the way to go. And if that don't work let me know. Me an the boys will go over and teach them some manors.... ;)

And some Graceys.

[DreadPirateRoberts]

And some Graceys.

that is one scary post.

[Morrigoon]

I can't stand recruiters sales people who only give a crap about their commissions and never about the people they're supposedly trying to help.
Recruiters are evil. I try to avoid when possible.

[Morrigoon]

Okay, that's funny. Soon as I wrote that, I got an inbound call from someone who is clearly a recruiter.

(not to recruit me, just to cancel their service. But still funny)

[Morrigoon]

Okay Bootstrap, I give up... what IS that avatar of yours?

[Ghoulish Delight]

Okay Bootstrap, I give up... what IS that avatar of yours?
It's the supposed Bigfoot corpse "found" in Georgia a couple weeks ago.

[JWBear]

I think I'm coming down with a cold. Blast it!

[JWBear]

It's official. I have a cold. <<AHCHOO!>> :(

[RStar]

It's the supposed Bigfoot corpse "found" in Georgia a couple weeks ago.

Oh, and here I thought it was hamburger meat......

;)

[Snowflake]

It's official. I have a cold. <<AHCHOO!>> :(

Geseunheit (how the heck do you spell it anyway?)

Sorry JW, feel better soon, if I were closer, I'd make you some of my jewish mother chicken soup, it's cures almost anything.

[JWBear]

Thang you.

[Morrigoon]

Neat dress:
http://www.antiquedress.com/item9938.htm

[Morrigoon]

I think "style mavens" are sometimes too damn opinionated. Take this article, for example:

http://realestate.msn.com/Improve/Article2.aspx?cp-documentid=7460063

[Not Afraid]

I think "style mavens" are sometimes too damn opinionated. Take this article, for example:

http://realestate.msn.com/Improve/Article2.aspx?cp-documentid=7460063

What a great article! The author is right on. This should be distributed to anyone looking to sell.

[Ghoulish Delight]

I agree with that article. It's not saying, "Don't live in a home with these style choices," it' saying, "If you're trying to sell your house, you're not doing yourself any favors."

[wendybeth]

It's official. I have a cold. <<AHCHOO!>> :(

Toribear does, too. She's been sick for several days- sore throat, plugged up ears and the works. The ears thing is especially problematic, as she can't hear anything and it hurts to wear her hearing aids.


Feel better, JW!

[Morrigoon]

So I'm the only one that thinks it takes it too far? I mean, I'm not saying that certain aspects aren't right, but I really think it goes overboard in suggesting things which are so specific to today that they will soon be outdated themselves.

[Ghoulish Delight]

So I'm the only one that thinks it takes it too far? I mean, I'm not saying that certain aspects aren't right, but I really think it goes overboard in suggesting things which are so specific to today that they will soon be outdated themselves.
Yes, they will be outdated. But it's what sells NOW, and that's what matters if you're selling your house.

If I see one more square of travertine tile I'll puke, but if I want to get the most out of my house, I'll damn well put travertine in if I can afford it because that's what makes people go "oooooh."

[Not Afraid]

So I'm the only one that thinks it takes it too far? I mean, I'm not saying that certain aspects aren't right, but I really think it goes overboard in suggesting things which are so specific to today that they will soon be outdated themselves.

People do some really unfortunate remodels to their homes based on trends. The remodels are good for a few years then they look old and dated and the home loses value. That's not the result you want from any sort of remodel. I've seen some really tacky and sad things done to what was good architecture. A smart home owner won't make bad choices unless they plan on a) living there for ever or b) are willing to do another remodel when it comes time to sell.

[Prudence]

I wish there were more suggestions in that article for things to do if you have no budget. I replaced the carpet and vinyl downstairs with laminate, which was apparently approved, and my paint colors are definitely not 80s (cream, yellow, mint green, yellow-green, strong light blue, and fire-engine red), but I can't afford to ditch the giant-ass mirrors or put in new light fixtures - much less spring for new countertops and appliances.

[BarTopDancer]

I completely agree with the article. If you want your house to sell, especially in this market you need to bring it up to date, make it appealing to what others will want and what other houses have.

No one is saying to get rid of that stuff if you like it and don't plan on moving. But if you are trying to sell and your house looks like it belongs on the set of a WHAM video then you shouldn't be surprised when it doesn't sell.

[katiesue]

I agree with the article as well. In my area if you're selling you're competing with newly built homes just across the freeway. You need to update so yours looks compriable to the competition.

[Morrigoon]

Yes, the need to update it... my complaint comes with their specific suggestions, I think they go too far.

[Alex]

Solid advice since people are idiots and things that should have zero effect on a home's value do. However, if when shopping for a home anything in this section affects your decision making process I hereby label you an idiot.

Isn't that special?
The last thing to consider inside your house is furniture and finishing touches. While classic wood furniture will look good in any decade, there are some signs of the times that need to be banished forever.

If you have upholstered chairs and couches in a dated, splashy print you might consider recovering them in something a little less distracting such as stain-resistant microfiber, Patterson says. Some bold patterns are making a comeback, however. So thumb through current magazines and catalogs to help you decide whether you're truly passé or incredibly ahead of the design curve.

Glass coffee tables with a very ornate iron base can be updated with a simple wood or stone pedestal.Art is subjective, but here are some things to think about:

Is it time to ditch the statue with the dancing figures?

Do you really need that statue of fertility deity Kokopelli from your Southwest period?

When was the last time you saw a Nagel-type print outside of a hair or nail salon?Also, consider the scale of your accessories on fireplace mantels and shelves, Patterson says. Candles and vases sold at home stores today are wider and taller and look better in groupings rather than alone, Patterson says.


And a word about windows: In the 1980s, window treatments were full of flowers and frills, and drapes sported ornate valances. "We are moving away from all those ruffles," Mayhugh says.


Ditch any vertical blinds you have because they look cheap and invariably become mangled and dirty. Replace them with plantation-style shutters, flat-paneled drapes or curtains with a subtle inverted pleat.

[BarTopDancer]

Yes, the need to update it... my complaint comes with their specific suggestions, I think they go too far.

Then don't take their advice, but don't wonder why the houses don't sell. It is crucial that a person can picture it as their home. Outdated decor brings them out of the imagination state and into a warped reality of completely outdated furniture and design.

[Ghoulish Delight]

Solid advice since people are idiots and things that should have zero effect on a home's value do. However, if when shopping for a home anything in this section affects your decision making process I hereby label you an idiot.Agreed. If it will be gone by the time you move in, at no cost to you, it's meaningless.

[Gemini Cricket]

I had a faboo time at Club 33. I'll post pics tonight after work.
:)

[Morrigoon]

Then don't take their advice, but don't wonder why the houses don't sell. It is crucial that a person can picture it as their home. Outdated decor brings them out of the imagination state and into a warped reality of completely outdated furniture and design.
Why so much vitriol, BTD? You think I don't know what buyers are looking for in a home? My point was that I think the suggestions were a bit overboard in what should be done, and that some suggestions were things that would quickly become dated themselves.

And please... ripping out a wall mirror in a bathroom? Yes a framed mirror is cute, but when you're talking about repairing or replacing drywall, you're talking about a much bigger endeavor than most home sellers would or should consider.

You wanna do simple things that will improve your home's saleability? Remove half your furniture and take all family photos off the wall.

[Alex]

Also, if at all possible, sell it in 2005.

[BarTopDancer]

Why so much vitriol, BTD? You think I don't know what buyers are looking for in a home? My point was that I think the suggestions were a bit overboard in what should be done, and that some suggestions were things that would quickly become dated themselves.

And please... ripping out a wall mirror in a bathroom? Yes a framed mirror is cute, but when you're talking about repairing or replacing drywall, you're talking about a much bigger endeavor than most home sellers would or should consider.

You wanna do simple things that will improve your home's saleability? Remove half your furniture and take all family photos off the wall.

Not vitriol. I was saying if you don't like the suggestions then don't take them. I hear vents and gripes from my co-workers on a daily basis how the people they are trying to help move refuse to update their house and expect the buyer to accept it how it is because that is how they (the seller) likes it. Instead the homes are on the market for much longer than other homes in the area that did make an effort to update a bit. What the article is suggesting is true. One has to be willing to update their house to sell.

Pru, do what you can and work with what you have. It sounds like you're doing a great job of making your place totally marketable by updating the flooring and the stove. A good agent will also be able to make suggestions that help downplay the things that could be problematic (outdated counters, paint colors).

[Disneyphile]

When looking for a house, I would want fairly new cabinets, counters, plumbing, flooring and windows. Why? Because those things would require major overhauls that I don't want to deal with when moving. Now, painted walls, wall trims, etc. I don't really care about, because that stuff can be fixed in a weekend without really any effort. To me, it says the owner actually gave a crap about their home and is not just trying to dump their well-used crap. Those things don't have to be the top-of-the-line expensive items, but they should be newer than 10 years at the oldest, even if it's just new linoleum flooring.

In other subjects, I wish I hadn't gone to the interview yesterday, because sure enough - after sitting through their "process" for nearly two hours, they told me the position was recently filled. :rolleyes: To make matters worse, they don't validate parking, so I ended up paying $15, besides all the gas to get there. :mad:

On a good note though, I spent the rest of the day at a nearby friend's house and checked my email to find a response for another position that I applied for, asking me for references and that they'll call me to set up an interview, because they really like my samples and resume. It's an awesome position too - lots of editing involved! :)

[Snowflake]

On a good note though, I spent the rest of the day at a nearby friend's house and checked my email to find a response for another position that I applied for, asking me for references and that they'll call me to set up an interview, because they really like my samples and resume. It's an awesome position too - lots of editing involved! :)

Yay!

[Morrigoon]

They deliberately wasted your time? That's not cool.

[BarTopDancer]

If that's the company I think it is, they have a reputation for doing just that.

Many temp agencies put out non-existent jobs to lure people in. After putting them through the testing they say the job has been filled. Then they call to get you to take jobs you're not interested in.

I had a placement from an agency that was terrible. I was supposed to be working on some data entry stuff (according to the agency). When I got there the job was to stuff envelopes in the basement mail room. Sadly (or not) I have a good work ethic and stuck through the day. I called the agency to tell them and they said that was the position they told me about. Uh, ok. I told them I didn't want to go back to that company. They called me 3 more times to go back and do that "same job". I finally told them I had gotten full time work elsewhere.

[katiesue]

I've had mixed results from Agencies. I got the last two jobs I've had through agencies with no issues. Years ago an agency sent me for an interview for a job at CAA. The job consisted of literally sitting in a room all day and typing in contracts. The agency told them I typed 70 wpm. Uh no - maybe 45ish on a good day. I immediatley told the lady who was interviewing me - she was totally pissed, not at me but the agency. If it was something I could have maybe picked up or something I may have fudged it but the job was just typing all day long they would have quickly figured it out.

[BarTopDancer]

I landed a pretty good gig through a different agency. They needed someone to do very heavy filing and some very light data entry work. It paid well and it was a 2 month job. I took it, finished the filing within a week. They had an opening for a M-F 40 hour summer job posted on Monster doing the same thing with more responsibilities and the manager said if I applied through there it was mine, but the position wasn't approved through to be listed through agency. So I applied on a Thursday, they had me come in on Friday for some data entry work, "interviewed" me and hired me for the summer job, starting Monday. I walk in on Monday and they said they let the other guy (permanent employee) go and offered the permanent position with more money and benefits.

[Disneyphile]

If that's the company I think it is, they have a reputation for doing just that.Yeah, it was that One.

[BarTopDancer]

Ugh. I'm sorry T. I was hoping I was wrong.

[Ghoulish Delight]

Yeah, it was that One.At least it'll keep the doctor away.

Or the jobs.

[Gn2Dlnd]

DP, maybe a nap'll make you feel better.

[LSPoorEeyorick]

Also, if at all possible, sell it in 2005.

Why, Alex? Why won't you permit us to send you mojo? Or, well, read it when we do. I got a good chuckle out of this one.

[Disneyphile]

Good grief. It's 96% humidity today. :eek:

I so hate the final days of summer. :(

[Morrigoon]

Guess I chose the wrong day to start wearing my short-sleeve sweaters then. Good thing I'm inside!

In other news... our A/C STILL isn't fixed. I'll be calling and harassing at lunchtime.

[BarTopDancer]

It's only 46% here.

So today I show up at work and there is a firetruck in our lot. Turns out one of our suites flooded. So while I'm dealing with getting our users to either work from home or set up on another machine one of our managers tells me she has a virus on her machine and then tells me she waited 10 minutes to tell me. Yippee. Today's awesome!

[JWBear]

Some nimrod parked his Bronco across the entrance to our driveway. We had it towed.

[Morrigoon]

It's only 46% here.

So today I show up at work and there is a firetruck in our lot. Turns out one of our suites flooded. So while I'm dealing with getting our users to either work from home or set up on another machine one of our managers tells me she has a virus on her machine and then tells me she waited 10 minutes to tell me. Yippee. Today's awesome!
I didn't even think about how much work that must be for IT, but wow... yeah, you're a busy girl today!

Did you lose any equipment, or was it all pretty high up?

[Snowflake]

Wow, I'm checking in and oly the So and 33 threads have been updated.
How refreshing! ;)

[BarTopDancer]

I didn't even think about how much work that must be for IT, but wow... yeah, you're a busy girl today!

Did you lose any equipment, or was it all pretty high up?

It looks like we're going to be OK but we won't know for sure until Monday.

[Morrigoon]

Wow, I'm checking in and oly the So and 33 threads have been updated.
How refreshing! ;)
I think everyone's bored with politics for the time being. Until someone else does something stupid. Or someone says something odd that inspires a string of bad puns ;) (isn't that usually how they end up?)

[Chernabog]

Good grief. It's 96% humidity today. :eek:

I so hate the final days of summer. :(

I hear you girl. I hate *every* day of summer.

Except when you're on the Disney Magic making out with a cute guy. Then it becomes somewhat more tolerable. ;)

[alphabassettgrrl]

I like the summer- early summer, middle summer, end of summer. The only thing wrong with the end of summer is that it's followed by fall and winter. Not that winter here is particularly bad, just that it's colder and it's not summer.

I'll even take the humidity. So long as I get to keep my summer.

[Morrigoon]

Oh I much prefer the fall and winter (once fall ACTUALLY gets started, like late October)

[alphabassettgrrl]

I get cold. I hate winter.

[Morrigoon]

I get hot. I hate summer. :)

[Snowflake]

I get hot. I hate summer. :)

Go on, it's a perfect day for a venti pumpkin spiced latte (xtra hot)! ;)

[Betty]

It was a perfect day for it at 5:07am this morning when I pulled into the parking lot. Mmm Mmm mmm. If I really wanted to, I could go back now for a cold one for only $2... But once a day is already more then enough and I need to pace myself.

[alphabassettgrrl]

I'll grant you that the pumpkin spice lattes are one good thing about fall/ winter.

[Morrigoon]

Go on, it's a perfect day for a venti pumpkin spiced latte (xtra hot)! ;)
No dear, it was a day for a grande Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino. The kind with coffee in it (since when is the default for PSFrapp a blended creme WTF? But he made me a proper one after)

[Not Afraid]

Maybe the words "I Need To Go......" above the words below.

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn203/Libby22008/028.jpg

[Morrigoon]

Haha, OMG

[RStar]

I get hot. I hate summer. :)

Yes, you are hot....

;)

[Morrigoon]

Yes, you are hot....

;)

Admit it... you want me for my body :D

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/sewing/batsdayskirt3.jpg

(Gotta love keeping super unflattering pics of yourself online, haha... I should brush my hair next time I take a picture of my sewing work, ne c'est pas?)

[Sohrshah]

What in the heck were we watching on TV that day? And yeah BTW that terrible photography is my fault, I think.

[DreadPirateRoberts]

Maybe the words "I Need To Go......" above the words below.

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn203/Libby22008/028.jpg

I think that cake is for the parents.

[Betty]

What in the heck were we watching on TV that day? And yeah BTW that terrible photography is my fault, I think.

That would be Lil' Bush (or is it Little Bush - I forget). It's pretty funny.

[RStar]

Admit it... you want me for my body :D

That, and your dogs.

:D

I must admit you looked wonderful in your Adventurland costume!

[Moonliner]

Up to 5" of rain.

Flash Flood warnings.

Tropic storm force winds.

And on a freaking Saturday.

Life is cruel.

[Ghoulish Delight]

There's a cricket. In our living room. Hiding in a corner right next to the couch. I can't find it. It won't shut up.
:eek: :eek: :eek: aaaargh!!! :eek: :eek: :eek:

[Snowflake]

There's a cricket. In our living room. Hiding in a corner right next to the couch. I can't find it. It won't shut up.
:eek: :eek: :eek: aaaargh!!! :eek: :eek: :eek:

How about setting the bunnies to find it?

[BarTopDancer]

Is it in the couch?

[Morrigoon]

What in the heck were we watching on TV that day? And yeah BTW that terrible photography is my fault, I think.
Nah, seated photographs from that angle are almost universally taken by Alex. And pretty universally unflattering.

[Stan4dSteph]

Up to 5" of rain.

Flash Flood warnings.

Tropic storm force winds.

And on a freaking Saturday.

Life is cruel.Yep, we're in for that too, although I'm not sure we'll get as strong winds this far inland. I'm hoping it won't be as bad as they're predicting, but I'm not planning to go very far from home that day just in case. Stay safe!

[DreadPirateRoberts]

Is it in the couch?

Thanks to KB, every time I read "couch" I think "cooch"

[Betty]

Is it in the couch?

I read that: Is in the cooch. :eek:

[Betty]

Thanks to KB, every time I read "couch" I think "cooch"


Oh good - I'm glad I'm not the only one. :)

[cirquelover]

There's a cricket. In our living room. Hiding in a corner right next to the couch. I can't find it. It won't shut up.
:eek: :eek: :eek: aaaargh!!! :eek: :eek: :eek:

But I thought GC was your friend, you must have scared him if he's hiding;)

[CoasterMatt]

A cricket in your house is good luck.

I used to have a cricket who lived in my old VCR- we called him the "video cricket".

[Disneyphile]

The evil Siamese just rubbed against my leg and then licked my foot. I'm contemplating whether she's actually being loving or just tasting me to see if I'd be worth killing... :eek:

[JWBear]

We just had a second car blocking our driveway! Twice in - what - 48 hours?! What is up with these people?! (We had this one towed too!)

[Morrigoon]

The evil Siamese just rubbed against my leg and then licked my foot. I'm contemplating whether she's actually being loving or just tasting me to see if I'd be worth killing... :eek:
Knowing that cat... I'd say the latter. ;)

[Lauragar]

Boy do I got a lot of reading to do. You guys have been busy.

The cruise was awesome. I have a DS, and found Link, the new main guy in my life. Then Disneyphil turned me on to Animal Crossing. I have no idea where the time goes. We maybe getting another dog. We have scheduled a play date so all three dogs can meet each other. This new dog needs a home. She is alone all day, and the owner doesn't have time for an 8 month old girl. I really want her but I'm on the fence about it. We have large backyard, and she would have company during the day. My question is, "Can I improve her quality of life?" so i'm torn.

I so enjoy reading your posts. Thanks for being here.

[Moonliner]

The evil Siamese just rubbed against my leg and then licked my foot. I'm contemplating whether she's actually being loving or just tasting me to see if I'd be worth killing... :eek:

Interestingly, research has shown that cats are perfectly capable of doing both at the same time. In addition she was also doing a comprehensive forensic analysis to see if you have been two timing her with any other cats, a full DNA workup to check for any hereditary weaknesses that might limit your long term usefulness as a cat food provider, and chemically tagging you as her property.

[Disneyphile]

The cruise was awesome.
And so is that tequila, oh my gods.

[Lauragar]

Interestingly, research has shown that cats are perfectly capable of doing both at the same time. In addition she was also doing a comprehensive forensic analysis to see if you have been two timing her with any other cats, a full DNA workup to check for any hereditary weaknesses that might limit your long term usefulness as a cat food provider, and chemically tagging you as her property.
Moonliner,

Do dog do this as well?

[Lauragar]

And so is that tequila, oh my gods.
I have yet to open one the the anejo bottles. You know I only have 12 of them.

[Moonliner]

Moonliner,

Do dog do this as well?

No.

Dogs smell/lick you on a regular basis to remind themselves just who in the heck you are.

[Morrigoon]

No, dogs go "Ooh a leg! My favorite! I'm so glad there's a leg around!"

[Disneyphile]

I have yet to open one the the anejo bottles. You know I only have 12 of them.I think some Thanksgiving pie and cookies would taste great with it. We'll have to test that theory, of course. ;)

So, folks.... ever have one of these days??

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/Disneyphile/Funny/54831c8c.png

That pretty much sums up my mind today...

[Moonliner]

No, dogs go "Ooh a leg! My favorite! I'm so glad there's a leg around!"

Exactly...


FROM A DOG'S DIARY

Day number 180

8:00 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
9:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE!
9:40 am - OH BOY! A WALK! MY FAVORITE!
10:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE!
11:30 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
12:00 noon - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE!
1:00 PM - OH BOY! THE YARD! MY FAVORITE!
4:00 PM - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE!
5:00 PM - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
5:30 PM - OH BOY! MOM! MY FAVORITE!

Day number 181

8:00 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
9:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE!
9:40 am - OH BOY! A WALK! MY FAVORITE!
10:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE!
11:30 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
12:00 noon - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE!
1:00 PM - OH BOY! THE YARD! MY FAVORITE !
4:00 PM - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE!
5:00 PM - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
5:30 PM - OH BOY! MOM! MY FAVORITE!

Day number 182

8:00 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
9:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE !
9:40 am - OH BOY! A WALK! MY FAVORITE!
10:30 am - OH BOY! A CAR RIDE! MY FAVORITE!
11:30 am - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
12:00 noon - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE!
1:00 PM - OH BOY! THE YARD! MY FAVORITE!
1:30 PM - ooooooo. bath. bummer.
4:00 PM - OH BOY! THE KIDS! MY FAVORITE!
5:00 PM - OH BOY! DOG FOOD! MY FAVORITE!
5:30 PM - OH BOY! MOM! MY FAVORITE!

FROM A CAT'S DIARY

DAY 752

My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while I am forced to eat dry cereal. The only thing that keeps me going is the hope of escape and the mild satisfaction I get from ruining the occasional piece of furniture. Tomorrow I may eat another houseplant.

DAY 761

Today my attempt to kill my captors by weaving around their feet while they were walking almost succeeded, must try this at the top of the stairs. In an attempt to disgust and repulse these vile oppressors, I once again induced myself to vomit on their favorite chair ... must try this on their bed.

DAY 765

Decapitated a mouse and brought them the headless body, in attempt to make them aware of what I am capable of and to try to strike fear into their hearts. They only cooed and condescended about what a good little cat I was ... Hmmm. Not working according to plan.

DAY 768

I am finally aware of how sadistic they are. For no good reason I was chosen for the water torture. This time however it included a burning foamy chemical called "shampoo." What sick minds could invent such a liquid. My only consolation is the piece of thumb still stuck between my teeth.

DAY 771

There was some sort of gathering of their accomplices. I was placed in solitary throughout the event. However, I could hear the noise and smell the foul odor of the glass tubes they call "beer ..." More importantly I overheard that my confinement was due to MY power of "allergies." Must learn what this is and how to use it to my advantage.

DAY 774

I am convinced the other captives are flunkies and maybe snitches. The dog is routinely released and seems more than happy to return. He is obviously a half-wit. The bird on the other hand has got to be an informant, and speaks with them regularly. I am certain he reports my every move. Due to his current placement in the metal room his safety is assured. But I can wait, it is only a matter of time ...

[Lauragar]

Good to know you two. Molly is always in my face, and Tanner just doesn't care except for food, water, mailman, and sleep. With an belly rub here or there.

[Capt Jack]

mine seem to prefer to wait for me to leave the shower and lick the droplets off my leg.

I think he considers it human soup

[Chernabog]

I think he considers it human soup

*YAMMY*

[Morrigoon]

Hey don't knock leg lickies till ya've had 'em. Ankle massage, baby!

[Chernabog]

Hey don't knock leg lickies till ya've had 'em. Ankle massage, baby!

Ewww.

Are you signed up to have a fish pedicure (http://www.boingboing.net/2008/07/22/fish-pedicure.html) too? ;)

[Morrigoon]

No. Fish bites freak me out. Did I ever show you the scar on my middle finger? That came from a fish.

[Morrigoon]

I know it's a bit early, but I think I'm officially ready for it to be Halloween. I've got pumpkins on the brain.

[Disneyphile]

I know it's a bit early, but I think I'm officially ready for it to be Halloween. I've got pumpkins on the brain.I've got costumes on the brain. Ken and I want to go as the Yip-Yips (martians) from Sesame Street. I need to dig through my fabric and see if it will be feasible for this year. The costumes will be very easy to make, and of course, we'll have a book prop to consult. ;)

[Ghoulish Delight]

I know it's a bit early, but I think I'm officially ready for it to be Halloween. I've got pumpkins on the brain.Early? Augtober's already over, Halloween merchandise has been all over the place for a month.




Merry Thanksmasween everyone!

[Chernabog]

Oh Christ, it's almost time for Rosh Hashana, isn't it?

[BarTopDancer]

Oh Christ, it's almost time for Rosh Hashana, isn't it?

I think it's at the end of the month. It's not hot or windy enough ;)

Does that mean it's time for another bon fire?

[Morrigoon]

Oh Christ, it's almost time for Rosh Hashana, isn't it?

This amuses me.

[Disneyphile]

I just heard back on a job for some regular part-time (only 25 hours a week) editing at $2,500 per month to start!!! The best part - the producer's a woman, and I might be able to work from my own system at home. She got back to me within 10 minutes of sending her my resume. :D

*happy dance*

[Morrigoon]

See! You are valued in the marketplace! Go girl!

[Ghoulish Delight]

I just heard back on a job for some regular part-time (only 25 hours a week) editing at $2,500 per month to start!!! The best part - the producer's a woman, and I might be able to work from my own system at home. She got back to me within 10 minutes of sending her my resume. :D

*happy dance*I'd think the best part would be that it's employment and the producer is a reasonable person. What does being a woman have to do with it?

[Ghoulish Delight]

Err...

Congrats!!!

(sorry, that was a crappy way to respond)

[Disneyphile]

What does being a woman have to do with it?In this industry, it greatly increases my chance. ;) It's sad, but true in a lot of cases. I'm not meaning it to be sexist at all.

[Chernabog]

Pffft you Vagina-Americans are funny. ;)

[BarTopDancer]

Congratulations T!!!!!!!!

Hope this is the break you've been waiting for!

[Morrigoon]

The best part is, on part-time work you'll me making as much as I am full-time and you'll still have time available to work on your own productions!

[alphabassettgrrl]

So- I have tickets for tonight at Hollywood Bowl!!! I'm so excited. Tchaikovski tonight with fireworks, and Sunday we have tickets for the Chinese acrobats!

Also going on this weekend- tomorrow possibly going to a mountain-bike skills clinic and Sunday a mountain-bike ride if my back holds out. Plus I have a ton of homework but I'll get that done.

[katiesue]

Congrats - way to go T!!

[blueerica]

I didn't have time to catch up entirely on this thread, nor the 1,028 posts that have happened since I checked on here last (which, for that matter, I think was only a few days ago... seriously guys... are your fingers sore? Wait... don't answer that...).

But I caught that T seems to have some good news in the steadiness of income department... Grats lady!

My life has been very busy, up to and including tonight's gala for the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Assoc. I picked up some really cute heels that I plan to wear at a wedding in a couple of weeks. Apparently, they need some massive inserts and I am out of practice with 4" heels. But f*** they are sexy... if sexy means you sit on your ass all night because walking to the venue was enough for you.

So, inserts it is!

Really miss being home. Really miss my kitty. Just tired of being on the road with absolutely no consistent schedule. I think it would almost be easier if I didn't jump time zones three times in the past two weeks... if I didn't get a chance to see home for two days... if I was just gone and sleeping in one bed for a substantial period of time. And this effing humidity... YOw! I had no idea it would be this drastic from Utah... then again... Cali felt humid last week.

Oy

[BarTopDancer]

Hai.

[Disneyphile]

Tonight's dinner -

Bacon and candied asparagus. :D It's the $4-for-2-people meal that is scrumptious!!! :snap:

[RStar]

Candied asparagus? How does that happen??

[Morrigoon]

Two words: Brown Sugar ;)

[Morrigoon]

I picked up some really cute heels that I plan to wear at a wedding in a couple of weeks. Apparently, they need some massive inserts and I am out of practice with 4" heels. But f*** they are sexy... if sexy means you sit on your ass all night because walking to the venue was enough for you.


A recent spin through Target revealed that heels are apparently going to be "in" this fall and winter. Holy God, they are HOT HOT HOT too! Not ugly pointy toes or anything, but adorable ones with bows and pleats and low buckles, rounded toes, eeeeeeeee!

Sorry, fairly uncharacteristic from someone who can never be bothered to actually WEAR heels, but I do appreciate a good shoe :)

[BarTopDancer]

I wish heels weren't so damn high. I don't like being 6ft in my shoes.

[Morrigoon]

Haha... I just posted a blog entry on my MySpam page... unintentionally 2 years to the DAY since my last one. And I said nothing of substance.

Also removed references to my ElJay. Employers like to search myspace pages.

[Gn2Dlnd]

A recent spin through Target revealed that heels are apparently going to be "in" this fall and winter.While a recent spin through WEHO revealed that heels are apparently going to be "up" this Spring.

[RStar]

I wish heels weren't so damn high. I don't like being 6ft in my shoes.

Only 6 ft? That's not too bad these days. My daughter is 6'1" with out heels, and she does wear them when she dresses up.

Perhaps Not Afraid could chime in on the subject? ;)

[Not Afraid]

I love wearing heels! But, it takes a very special shoe to make heel-wearing comfortable for me. I generally stay in the 2-3" range which makes me 6' or 6'1". A heel much higher than that and I can't walk (at least not attractively). But, I also love being tall.

[CoasterMatt]

I'm rearranging the living room now - advance preparation for major change coming (semi)soon.

[BarTopDancer]

Only 6 ft? That's not too bad these days. My daughter is 6'1" with out heels, and she does wear them when she dresses up.

Perhaps Not Afraid could chime in on the subject? ;)

My equilibrium is pretty messed up and anything above 2-3 inches is not fun to walk in. I do have 4in boots that I love but the zipper broke. It seems all the cute shoes have 4in heels these days.

[JWBear]

This video makes me happy. (http://scottbolton.com/Bolton_Site/Movie.html) :)

[alphabassettgrrl]

Four inch heels are a bit much. Shoes are one of my weaknesses. I buy heels that I know I'll never wear. Just because they're pretty. My latest pair came from Target- brown heels, round toes, that kind of look like they're made of wood. I'm trying to find a good pair of high-heel Mary Janes, and a pair to replace some I had that looked very 30s.

I'm glad to hear that the fashion will be round toes! I really hated the pointy toe ones and never bought any of those.

[Disneyphile]

I'm rearranging the living room now - advance preparation for major change coming (semi)soon.OOoooh!! Do tell! :D

On that job, I haven't heard back after my last response, so no meeting date/time has been set yet, but I'm not losing hope - it's the weekend, and most people don't do business on the weekend. There's also interest from a non-profit that pays somewhat decent, and I could easily do both jobs, which would be 45 hours combined, mostly working at home (and with the way I work, that's only 3-4 days, leaving some nice time to work on History Treks). If I do get both, we'd have about $3,000 per month after expenses. My gods, the things we could do! Like, rebuild the empty savings, save for a house, take another cruise, and also buy some needy kids a really awesome Christmas, and actually afford nice gifts for friends. :D

[Betty]

OOoooh!! Do tell! :D

On that job, I haven't heard back after my last response, so no meeting date/time has been set yet, but I'm not losing hope - it's the weekend, and most people don't do business on the weekend. There's also interest from a non-profit that pays somewhat decent, and I could easily do both jobs, which would be 45 hours combined, mostly working at home (and with the way I work, that's only 3-4 days, leaving some nice time to work on History Treks). If I do get both, we'd have about $3,000 per month after expenses. My gods, the things we could do! Like, rebuild the empty savings, save for a house, take another cruise, and also buy some needy kids a really awesome Christmas, and actually afford nice gifts for friends. :D

That would be great. Here's to making that all happen! :cheers:

[CoasterMatt]

I did a whole bunch of furniture and stuff rearranging while the monkeygirl was at work today.

I basically reversed the living room - the couch is now where the tv used to be and vice versa.

My computer is now at one side of the couch, Rose's is at the other, so we can sit next to each other when we're online :D

I was also able to integrate the Wii into the whole setup, and other than a bit of spot work, our living room is just about finished (for now).

[lashbear]

mine seem to prefer to wait for me to leave the shower and lick the droplets off my leg.
well, if you don't like having the dog do it, there are others here who would volunteer..... :blush:

Pffft you Vagina-Americans are funny. ;)
This struck me as funny... :D

I'm rearranging the living room now - advance preparation for major change coming (semi)soon.
you're making room for a semi in the livingroom ???

Four inch heels are a bit much.
Then you wouldn't be able to wear my Vivienne Westwoods.... they're 6" [not a j/k - See pic below]

My computer is now at one side of the couch, Rose's is at the other, so we can sit next to each other when we're online :D
Ahhhh... so that's it! You romantic ! :cheers:

[alphabassettgrrl]

The platforms make it easier, somewhat.

Pretty shoes, though! Shoe, in the picture, but I assume they came as a pair.

[lashbear]

:D Yes, there are two !

[Gn2Dlnd]

If not, I'd hope your drag name is Tippy.

Or Ilene.

[lindyhop]

lindyhop dancing the Lindy Hop (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438172330282082)
more (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438185736035202)
and one more (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438191351466050)

[katiesue]

Cool Pix!

[Ponine]

Does anyone know if there are any 'ebay like' sites for strictly Disney stuff?
I got a call out of the blue from someone looking to sell off a ten year old collection of figures.

Personally, I use ebay.

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Lindy, nice photos! I like the kicking one :)

[lindyhop]

Thanks.:blush:

[Betty]

lindyhop dancing the Lindy Hop (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438172330282082)
more (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438185736035202)
and one more (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438191351466050)


Fun! Love the pics. I wish I could dance like that.

[CoasterMatt]

Every time I try to dance, somebody makes a comment to the effect of "Sir, you're causing a scene"...

Rock on, Lindyhop :D :cheers:

[lashbear]

lindyhop dancing the Lindy Hop (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438172330282082)
more (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438185736035202)
and one more (http://picasaweb.google.com/dlindyhop/PublicAlbum#5243438191351466050)
I wish they'd have dancing at Disneyland when we're there !!:cool:

[BarTopDancer]

Cool pics!

[cirquelover]

It looks like you were having a great time, Lindy!

[Morrigoon]

Ponine: even Disney uses ebay

[RStar]

Does anyone know if there are any 'ebay like' sites for strictly Disney stuff?
I got a call out of the blue from someone looking to sell off a ten year old collection of figures.

Personally, I use ebay.

I use eBay (for instance) (http://cgi.ebay.com/Disneyland-Through-The-Years-In-Maps-Resort-Expansion_W0QQitemZ160280895474QQihZ006QQcategoryZ 1380QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem), and I've tried other sites. The other sites just don't get the traffic so nothing sells. There aren't any Disney auction sites that I know of. If it's uncommon type stuff, Phil Sears (http://www.phil-sears.com/disneyana1.htm) may be interested (email Phil@PhilSears.com).

[Stan4dSteph]

Remember kids, just say no to Crocs.

http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/09/08/nyregion/08astro.xlarge1.jpg

[CoasterMatt]

I WAS about to go get something for lunch...

[Morrigoon]

Found an interesting article on how they're cutting school busing costs. Most interesting was the "walking bus" - where the kids are walking to school, but in an adult-supervised group. I actually really like this idea. It strikes a compromise between parent concerns for safety and a very healthy exercise regimen for the kids (with the side benefit of savings on gas and benefits to the environment).

http://www.newsweek.com/id/157579

[Andrew]

Hello.

That is all. (For now)

[BarTopDancer]

Hi!

[Morrigoon]

Andrew! What happened to Taxi's, is it gone?

[Alex]

I actually really like this idea. It strikes a compromise between parent concerns for safety and a very healthy exercise regimen for the kids (with the side benefit of savings on gas and benefits to the environment).

The elementary school I went to didn't offer busing at all. Everybody walked except for a few cases of getting dropped off by parents. From second grade on I did the walk and I did it by myself. The intersections immediately adjacent to the school had crossing guards (a cadre consisting of volunteers from the 5th and 6th grade).

Worked fine and hardly anybody got raped, murdered, run over, or kidnapped by aliens.

So I like the walking but I find the need for constant adult supervision to be silly.

[Prudence]

Man, it's been almost a week since I was here last. So busy!

[Scrooge McSam]

Sooooo....

Haven't seen this username for a while, have you?

I just wanted to explain my absence.

Two weeks ago, I slipped on the wet concrete in my garage and broke my knee (lateral tibia plateau fracture) and just had surgery this last Thursday to correct it.

You old folks will understand... Kids slip, they fall. Adults just can't do that; they have to flail around trying everything they can to keep from falling. Well, in all that flailing around, my knee bent to the inside instead of to the front, effectively snapping off the top of my tibia.

Doc says he's pleased with the reconstruction, but I'm to put NO weight on my leg for the next 6 weeks. I'm back home now, but as you can imagine, I'm not up to 100% yet so online time will still be curtailed for the forseeable future.

I'm not gone... just hobbled.

My advice for anyone finding themselves in a similar situation...

1. Just fall... all that scrambling around you're prone to do when you feel yourself falling is just likely to injure you more.

2. Call an ambulance... they're not just for heart attack or stroke victims. If I'd called one, I would already be 2 weeks into the healing process, not just beginning it.

Now, with that public service announcement out of the way, I've got some 1900 messages to catch up on. Wish me luck ;)

PS... If anyone is acquainted with the chemist who first formulated Lorcet, give them a big wet kiss in the mouth for me. He/she may look at you funny, but I'll feel better.

It's good to be back. I've missed you all.

[Ghoulish Delight]

Oh no!

Get that man a pitcher of Sidecars!

[lashbear]

S McS: Ouch !!

Get well wishes from one invalid to another... :D

[cirquelover]

I see lots of kids walking to school everyday. We live in a fairly small town though.

What angers me is they took the crossing gaurds away last year. I don't think K-6 should all be crossing busy streets on their own. Not to say the 6th graders aren't more than capable but the kindergarteners are not.

If the kids need adult supervision to walk then I'm ok with that, it may seem silly, but in this day and age you hear a lot of awful stories. So I guess better safe than sorry.

[Scrooge McSam]

Oh no!

Get that man a pitcher of Sidecars!

One day soon, my friend, one day soon

[Andrew]

Andrew! What happened to Taxi's, is it gone?

It's now "Abbey's" -- same place, same menu, new and exciting name. This is the Palo Alto location -- I believe the San Mateo and Santa Clara locations are still Taxi's.

[Alex]

The one in Dublin was still a Taxi's as of yesterday (assuming this is the same place).

[Snowflake]

You old folks will understand... Kids slip, they fall. Adults just can't do that; they have to flail around trying everything they can to keep from falling. Well, in all that flailing around, my knee bent to the inside instead of to the front, effectively snapping off the top of my tibia.

It's good to be back. I've missed you all.

[Mr. Bill] Ohhhhhh NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! [/Mr Bill]

Take care!

I got the willies just reading your posting! Better life (and pain management) through chemistry. :cheers:

Glad you're in condition to send a report. Please keep us updated as you can.

[Morrigoon]

Means the Walnut Creek location is probably still Taxi's. Okay cool :)

[alphabassettgrrl]

Scrooge- feel better soon! That sounds painful but I'm glad your doc says you're healing.

Kids walking to school- good idea. I think too many parents are too paranoid, but the first time *anything* bad happens, everybody's going to absolutely scream, so adult supervision is probably a reasonable precaution on the part of the school.

Crossing guards are only nominally for the kids- sure it means they do get across safely, but especially close to the school, it's in large part so traffic will actually flow. Without some control, intersections can bottleneck. A couple of kids start to cross, the cars stop, since the cars are stopped, a few more kids cross...

So I guess I support either crossing guards or adult supervision while walking to school. Maybe not both together, but I can see both being useful.

[BarTopDancer]

Still at work. Going on 10 hours....

[Andrew]

Still at work. Going on 10 hours....
Sorry to hear that, BTD. Hope everything goes well.

[JWBear]

We just realized that our dishwasher has a good samba beat.

[BarTopDancer]

I'm home. YAY.

[Kevy Baby]

It is. Now, if I can just find where I put my coffee cup.It will be in the last place you look.

Unless you are weird and keep looking for an item even after you have found it

It's weird how working very closely with your boss makes the day fly by!
:)Whereas I find days being very long when I work very closely with my boss.

VVVEEERRRRYYYYYY long

Recruiters are evil. I try to avoid when possible.It must vary. I've landed some excellent positions due to a head hunters

A cricket in your house is good luck.That can't be true, or we would be the luckiest people on the planet.

We can have up to 1300 crickets at a time in our house.

A recent spin through Target revealed that heels are apparently going to be "in" this fall and winter.Good: me likes heels!

http://www.boomspeed.com/onegoodbuy/BALLET1025P.JPG

[blueerica]

I left the house feeling like I'd very 'creatively' matched my outfit, mixing patterns - pinstriped pants with lace trim on camisole under sweater and lace on shoes. But, now that the light of day has been on me for a while, I feel less matched and more crazy.

Oh well, I still think it's kind of cute - I just wish I'd worn black shoes.

[Andrew]

I bought a new shirt at Target last week. I usually don't wear any sort of patterns or anything other than solid colors, but this shirt caught my eye and I thought I looked pretty good when I tried it on. It's blue, long sleeved (rolled to elbows) with white stripes. The blue stripes are an inch or so wide and the white stripes are around 1/4" surrounded by small lighter blue stripes.

The point is that after I bought the shirt and decided I liked it, I looked at the label. "Preppy Shirt". Really? "Preppy"? Is this 1985 and no one told me?

Eta: It's this one (http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/sr=1-9/qid=1220982635/ref=sr_1_9/602-9626802-6385464?ie=UTF8&index=target&asin=B0016A7PQU&rh=k%3Amossimo%20athletic%20fit&page=1) only darker blue.

[BarTopDancer]

Yes, it is 1985 again. It's obvious you haven't been shopping in a very long time :p

[blueerica]

Why does it feel so difficult to be at work today? Not bad, just... difficult to keep myself from walking out the door to my car and driving home.

[BarTopDancer]

Why does it feel so difficult to be at work today? Not bad, just... difficult to keep myself from walking out the door to my car and driving home.

get out of my mindbeing. kthx.

[JWBear]

I'm back at work today for the first time in a week. Blech....

[alphabassettgrrl]

I'm back on my bike for the first time in over a week. Need to get moving again- driving everywhere has been annoying. My back spasm has subsided mostly so I thought today I'd try biking. I'll get 9 miles today instead of the 13 it would ordinarily be but that's ok. Wanted to start slowly again, seeing as I've done *nothing* in the last week and a half.

[Morrigoon]

Slowly, she says! 9 miles...

[Kevy Baby]

But she will be to Disneyland much quicker than Moonliner...

[Capt Jack]

9 miles? thats like 3 days worth of commuting for me.

[MouseWife]

Yes, it took me a while to get to nine miles!!

AND anyone who wants to, Fashion Rocks is on chanel 8 {cbs}.

I just got home and turned it on~Chris Cornell is on.....

anyone, I will take comments......

[CoasterMatt]

Chris Cornell is a very nice guy, with a good solid handshake- one of my coworkers nearly fainted when he hugged her.

[MouseWife]

Okay, CM, you have to tell more....

He is a great guy, from what I've heard. I've met him a couple of times but nothing personal.

He hasn't been on yet....

Deborah Harry, I love her, but, I could tell she had a lot of surgery. She'd been in a lot of movies and looks way different.

BUT I told the kids, she didn't have to do all of that bumping and grinding back in the day, she just stood there and sang and she was hot.

My sons girlfriend just asked why there are five guitar players. Why would there be 5 guitar players? :confused:

[Kevy Baby]

Why would there be 5 guitar players? :confused:Because you can!

Why not?

[CoasterMatt]

They usually go to 11. :D

[MouseWife]

LOL KB, I told her it was either a} because they all could do different things or b} their hands get tired!!! I didn't say c}because they are family and need to be on the payroll? :D

CM~ 11??? No, you are kidding!!!!

So, did you guys see Cornell? If so, what did you think about this new direction? I actually have really enjoyed the new songs live, dying to hear the new cd. Live I really love 'Watch Out'.

Ha, CM, I think I might feel faint myself. When I've met him, I have been tongue tied and overwhelmed. I don't even remember if I introduced myself and I KNOW I didn't introduce my husband. :blush: {never will I live that down, btw...}

AND since we're talkin', I heard Bon Jovi and 'Bad Medicine' in the car earlier and I was jumping around thinking I really need to see them live.....I know your wife is a big fan. ;)

[Morrigoon]

MW: 11 is louder than 10

[MouseWife]

LOL

egads, yes!!

[Kevy Baby]

LOL

egads, yes!!Um... have you seen Spinal Tap (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088258/) (or More specifically "This is Spinal Tap")?

[MouseWife]

Actually, no. I know, I know, it is an cult favorite, but, as someone who has had a few spinals, the name, all on its own, has kept me from even glancing.

I know, not anything to do with one another but what can I say? The name makes me wince....

yeah, like a lot of what you say is suggestive enough already!! LOL I've been to the ladies thread.....:p

[Kevy Baby]

Are you insinuating that there is a possibility that some of my posts have been in some way suggestive?!?


:D

[MouseWife]

LOL Oh, never suggestive....;)